
The Secret History of the Great Quail Escapade
Dateline: Florida Tech 1972-73 Ad Astra per Coturnix Coturnix Possibly it was the altitude. Maybe…

Spring 2018 Commencement Ceremony, May 5
Spring 2018 Graduation will take place at the Charles and Ruth Clemente Center for Sports…

The Secret History of How Florida Tech Got Its Name
Dateline: Florida Tech 1966 On June 15, 1966. Rear Admiral Odale “Muddy” Waters (1910-1986), Oceanographer…

Leave Green Campus Move-Out: April 23 thru May 6, 2018
We hate to see you go, but we love when you leave green. The campus-wide,…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Disagreements in Politics, May 10, 2018
Public life is ever more polarized and disagreements all the more divisive. But disagreement itself…

The Secret History of Jim Stoms
Dateline: Florida Tech 1964 Early in 1958 a few weeks after going to work at…

Tech Talks: Genetic Engineering, April 26, 2018
Scientists have successfully edited the DNA of human embryos to remove a potentially fatal heart…

The Secret History of Joan Czerniejewski Sherman
Dateline: Florida Tech 1959 Chemists are intrepid individuals. They ask difficult questions, they take risks,…

Exploration Day: Friday, April 20, 2018
Prospective students and their families are invited to join us for Exploration Day on Friday, April…

Spring 2018 Discovery Day: Saturday, April 7
Discovery Day is a great way to “discover” the Florida Tech campus and experience the…

2018 Spring Break Host a Panther Externships at Lockheed Martin
These 11 students spent their spring break working towards furthering their careers and learned what…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: What Lies Behind the Eyes, April 12, 2018
Presented by Dr. Nasri Nesnas, the lecture explores one of our most dependable of the…

The Secret History of Jerry Keuper’s Co-Conspirator
Dateline: Florida Tech 1958 A Co-Conspirator in Developing Brevard Engineering Institute In February 1958 Jerry…

A Rocket Renaissance on the Space Coast
A renewed spirit of interstellar discovery is taking shape on the Space Coast—a growing energy…

Seaworthy: A Tale of Two Shipbuilders
Two ocean engineering majors, Mike Shawcross ’80 and Rolf Bartschi ’81, had friends in common when…

Alumni Profile: Matthew Buice
Wild Florida Rescue Matthew Buice ’15 harnessed his passion for wildlife by forming a service…

Vito Kaminskas: Nuclear Power Executive
When I was in the 9th grade, my friends and I would go to a…

Aero Altruism: Alumni Collaborate for Puerto Rico Relief Efforts
In late September, Hurricane Maria hammered Puerto Rico at nearly Category 5 strength. With maximum…

Do We Need More Leaders?
One Big Question with Lisa Steelman Maybe you have heard it. There is a shortage…

2018 Cross Cultural Management Summit: March 22 – 24
The Institute for Cross Cultural Management (ICCM) leverages organizational science to develop practical and intuitive…

A. Smith Distinguished Lecture Featuring Jarrett Walker: April 3, 2018
Join us for an insightful lecture presented by public transportation guru, Jarrett Walker. Since 1991, Walker…

Lagoon and Lagers: Thursday, March 1, 2018
Join leaders from the efforts to restore the Indian River Lagoon in Brevard County to…

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Indian River Lagoon Restoration, Thursday, February 22, 2018
Join us for this informative lecture presented by Dr. John Windsor “What Is That Smell?…

Jesse Colin Young Concert: Saturday, February 24, 2018
WFIT Presents: Jesse Colin Young For 50 years, Jesse Colin Young has been singing songs…

15th Annual Chopper Dropper: Friday, March 16, 2018
Florida Tech’s largest annual fundraiser is a day filled with golf, fun, contests, shootouts, good friends,…

Always by Your Side
By Roland Hesmondhalgh As an ROTC Cadet, there may be times when you think you are…

Building Industry 4.0
Advanced Manufacturing Meets Advanced Education as Florida Tech Embraces Evolution of Factories In 1913, Henry…

12th Annual International Festival: Saturday, February 17, 2018
Travel the world without leaving campus! Join us at the 12th Annual International Festival, an …

Ethos Community Garden One Year Anniversary: Monday, February 19, 2018
Come out and celebrate the Ethos Community Garden’s one year anniversary! Monday, February 19 11…

A Shark, a Raspberry and a Panther Walk into a Conference…
Ten Florida Tech students—all members of the university’s Residence Life staff—headed to Sarasota, Florida…

“Florida’s Floating Lab” Will Take Students Out to Sea
“Florida’s Floating Lab” Will Take Students Out to Sea The Florida Tech-sponsored W.T. Hogarth…

Want to Play a Role in Colonizing Mars?
An Easy Mission to Mars We need citizen scientists to help us collect soil samples…

Scott Center Evening of Hope: Saturday, February 17, 2018
The annual Evening of Hope gala helps support Florida Tech’s Scott Center for Autism Treatment…

Graduate Students Elevate Wikipedia Content for Course Credit
Dr. Eric Guisbert, assistant professor of biological sciences at Florida Tech, is bringing Wikipedia into…

Biological Sciences Students’ Galapagos Photos Win Competition
Every year students embark on an incredible expedition to the wild’s of the Galapagos Islands.…

Tech Talks: Big Data, Privacy and Security, Friday, February 2, 2018
Presented by Dr. Scott Tilley and Dr. Tauhida Parveen F.W. Olin Engineering Complex, Room 118…

Exploration Day: Friday, January 26, 2018
Prospective students and their families are invited to join us for Exploration Day on Friday, January…
Lifelong Learning Lecture: How Media Shapes Our Lives, February 8, 2018
Presented by humanities professor Dr. Heidi Hatfield-Edwards, the lecture explores how various communication channels affect…

Florida Tech-Sponsored Research Vessel Tour, January 22, 2018
PUBLIC INVITED TO TOUR 78-FOOT R/V HOGARTH A new research vessel that will help faculty…

Grad Students Aim to Make Vessels More Efficient by Reducing Plant and Animal Growth on Ship Hulls
New Grants to Investigate Prevention of Biofouling Professor Geoffrey Swain is one of the world’s…

5 Things You’ll Learn While Earning an Information Systems Degree
Going beyond computer science principles to their strategic business applications Students pursuing an information systems…

7 Famous Mechanical Engineers and Their Contributions to Society
Explore the possibilities of a mechanical engineering degree at Florida Tech Mechanical engineers design and…

What to Expect After Graduating with an Environmental Science Degree
An Environmental science degree prepares students for careers that seek to protect the environment and…

Tech Talks: Big Data, Privacy and Security, February 2, 2018
Presented by Dr. Scott Tilley and Dr. Tauhida Parveen F.W. Olin Engineering Complex, Room 118…

Can Coral Reefs in the Pacific Ocean Keep Up With Climate Change?
Florida Tech’s Robert van Woesik Awarded NSF Grant to Study Reefs Protecting Island Nations Most…

Fall 2017 Commencement Ceremony, December 16, 2017
Graduation will take place at the Charles and Ruth Clemente Center for Sports and Recreation…

Lecture: Leveraging Patent Rights, January 22, 2018
The third lecture series hosted by Florida Tech Professional Development Programs and Skillpace addresses how…

What Can You Do with a Biology Degree?
The options are almost as varied as the life forms you will study Biologists study…

5 Ways to Think Like a Cybersecurity Master’s Student
“I became interested in studying at Florida Tech after I learned that the university’s Information…

Shark Biologist Brings Awareness to Conservation Through Research and Outreach
Sharks Play a Crucial Role in a Healthy Ocean Ecology Often vilified in pop culture…

5 Questions with Christian Austria, M.S. Accounting and Financial Forensics’17
College of Business alumnus, Christian Austria, recently became Florida Tech’s first graduate of our master’s…

Tech Talks: Star Wars XL, December 1, 2017
Presented by Dr. Scott Tilley (Biography) F.W. Olin Engineering Complex, Room 118 Florida Tech Campus Dec…

Fall 2017 Discovery Day: December 2, 2017
Discovery Day is a great way to “discover” the Florida Tech campus and experience the…

What Can I Expect When I Graduate with an Engineering Management Degree?
Engineering management involves working with a team to manage complex projects. Engineering management is a…

6 Reasons to Consider a Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Florida Tech is an ideal school for a degree in mechanical engineering A degree in…

Civil Engineering vs. Construction Management Degree: What’s the Difference?
Civil Engineering and construction management are similar fields, but there are a few key distinctions.…

Why Pursue a Master’s in Logistics?
A master’s in logistics management prepares graduates to coordinate a company’s resources, raw materials, and…

The 13 Most Fascinating Astronomy Facts
Are you thinking about becoming an astronomy major? The universe is certainly a fascinating place…

Florida Tech’s 3rd Annual Day of Giving: November 28, 2017
Florida Tech’s 3rd Annual Day of Giving – a 24-hour fundraising blitz – will take place…

Sir Robert Marx to Lecture on Pacific Exploration: November 14, 2017
Sir Robert Marx has been described as the true father of underwater archaeology. He is…

Homecoming Game! Florida Tech Football Faces Off Against West Georgia: November 4, 2017
Get ready for some football as Florida Tech takes on West Georgia in its Homecoming…

Treat or Treat 2017
Treat or Treat is an annual Halloween program hosted by the Florida Tech Department of…

A Day in the Life of an Electrical Engineer
Electrical engineering degree programs teach students to design and create electronic systems, whether it is…

The Essential Biochemistry Career Guide
Biochemistry is the place where biology and chemistry intersect. Complex chemical processes take place within…

Underwater Technology at Jensen Beach
Foreword As the primary selected writer, I wish to acknowledge the tremendous collaborative effort, and…

As Industry Explores Additive Manufacturing the Question is: Print? Or Not Print?
Florida Tech’s Michael Grieves partners with SME and General Motors to develop an online evaluation…

The Fratellis Headline Homecoming Concert: November 3, 2017
Don’t miss your chance to see The Fratellis when they perform a free concert during…

It’s Halloween! Treat or Treat: October 29, 2017
Ghosts and goblins of all ages are invited to an evening of fearsome fun during…

Jim Thomas: Futurist, Florida Tech DNA
By Stephanie Bacon The true measure of a university’s greatness can be found in the…

Reflections on Florida Tech at Jensen Beach
During the height of the Space Race, as the U.S. invested heavily in science and…

Mastadon Bones Found on Campus in the Jungle
Did you know that what is now Florida Tech’s Botanical Garden was once the site…

4 Lessons We Can Learn From Human Resource Management Scandals
Human resource management professionals are no strangers to scandal. From sexual harassment to interoffice politics,…

The History of Space Photography and Guardians of the Cosmos: October 14, 2017
Two new exhibitions will be on view at the Foosaner Art Museum, F.I.T. from Saturday,…

Graduate Students are Building a Solution for the Indian River Lagoon
If you ask a team of ocean engineering students if they want to design and…

Bioluminescence Kayaking Trip: October 1, 2017
Did you know that Florida is one of the few places in the world you can see…

Florida Tech’s Alumni Association Homecoming 5K Run/Walk: November 2, 2017
Are you ready to party? Well, get in a good workout first! This year’s Homecoming…

Why Pursue a Master’s in Management Degree?
Are you thinking of taking the leap and going for your master’s in management? Whether…

WhatFrog App Hopes to Counteract Collapse Of Frog Population
Frogs are in trouble. Their population is declining at a rapid pace. Nearly 200 species…

6 Ways Oceanographers Help Protect Marine Life
Within an oceanography career, there are many opportunities to protect the ocean and its inhabitants.…

8 Valuable Skills You’ll Learn from a Master’s in Acquisition and Contract Management Program
Organizations often conduct acquisitions and have contracting functions as part of their operations, so getting…

Living Dock Deployment: September 30, 2017
The Indian River Lagoon Research Institute (IRLRI) at Florida Institute of Technology is teaming up…

What Does a Project Manager Do?
As part of a project management degree program, students will learn about a number of…

Hurricane Irma Churns Westward
As Irma approaches the Northern Virgin Islands today (figure to the right), many Floridians are…

7 Biomedical Engineering Breakthroughs that Changed Lives
Biomedical engineering is a field that entails development of both devices and procedures that improve…

Faculty And Staff Kickball Tournament: October 12, 2017
Football may be just around the corner, but let’s face it – kickball is the…

Help Heal the Indian River Lagoon at TechCon2017: September 29, 2017
Through the years, construction, pollution, over-harvesting, muck, algae blooms and a host of other factors,…

Ford Motor Co. Manufacturing Guru to Speak at Smith Lecture August 29, 2017
John Fleming, whose 48-year career at Ford Motor Company granted him unique insight into the evolution of manufacturing, will speak at Florida Tech’s F. Alan Smith Distinguished Lecture Series.

“Black Suns: An Astrophysics Adventure” Documentary Screening with Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi: August 24, 2017
Building off the excitement of Monday’s solar eclipse viewing party, Florida Tech is pleased to…

What Can You Do With A Chemistry Degree?
A chemistry degree offers career opportunities in many different fields including environmental science, biotechnology, forensic…

A Student’s Guide to Physics Careers
If you’re studying physics, you may be wondering what type of physics careers are options after graduation.…

Engineers and Scientists Band Together to Research Issues Plaguing Our Oceans and Estuaries
Researchers Investigate Estuary Sustainability, Corrosion Management and Underwater Vehicles for Scientific Study Engineering and science…

Explore the Possibilities During Exploration Day: August 25, 2017
Are you a fit for FIT? Come explore if Florida Institute of Technology is where you…

Twin Tornados and Other Extreme Weather Events: An Introduction
A meteorology degree from Florida Tech will prepare students to study and analyze weather patterns,…

Research Looks at Piles that Bounce Back
Building Bridges in Florida Poses a Unique Set of Engineering Challenges Engineering Florida’s highways is…

Going Green with an Environmental Science Career
Environmental science majors want careers in which they positively impact the world around them. There…

Solar Eclipse On-Campus Viewing Party: August 21, 2017
If you are geeking out about the upcoming solar eclipse, you are in good company.…

weVENTURE’s Summit Features Kelsey Humphreys: August 24, 2017
The event features inspiring community leaders, influencers and an award-winning female entrepreneur, all discussing their journeys and the business lessons they learned along the way.

Exploring the Mysteries of the Sea as a Marine Biology Major
As a marine biology major, you have a love of the sea and a desire…

7 Reasons to Pursue a Civil Engineering Degree
Civil engineers have a vital role in building the infrastructure for communities as well as…

Greetings From Cuba: Students Dive Into Research Expeditions
This past summer animal behavior major, Kara Watts, and ocean engineering master’s student, Erin Walters,…