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As we celebrate Independence Day, Drs. John and Stacy Nicklow reflect on the United States’ 250th anniversary—an occasion that highlights the tenacity, creativity and ingenuity that continues to shape our nation.

🐾Panthers, join us in Reykjavík! Expand your network and celebrate your Florida Tech connection in the heart of Iceland. Seating is limited and filling quickly. RSVP by July 8 to reserve your spot. 🔗 impact.fit.edu/e/internationa…

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At a Florida Tech career fair, Dwayne “Codgi” Codrington ’04 walked up to the Microsoft booth and told recruiters, “You’re going to hire me.” That bold introduction ultimately launched his career. Learn more about his journey. news.fit.edu/alumni/dwayne-…

Florida Tech students don’t just study. They compete. And in the process, they learn. Dive into examples of learning through competition at Florida Tech: news.fit.edu/campus/grit-be…

Florida Tech recently appointed three new key academic leaders. In a Q&A, Provost John Z. Kiss highlights how these leaders play a critical behind-the-scenes role in shaping student opportunity, strengthening academic programs and expanding research. news.fit.edu/academics-rese…

Did you know Florida Tech has an education center at Patrick Space Force Base? We help service members and civilians alike prepare for careers of the future with master’s programs in space systems, business & more. Learn more: fit.edu/patricksfb/

Florida Tech assistant professor Abdullah Aydeger has earned a prestigious NSF CAREER Award for research focused on securing the future of wireless communication. news.fit.edu/academics-rese…

The spring 2026 issue of Florida Tech Magazine is out now! In this issue, we share stories about the people, programs and research that make the university unique. Keep an eye out for it in your mailbox or take a peek at the digital version at: fit.edu/media/pprdocs/…

✈️ Alumni Spotlight: Florida Tech COA alumni Sharon Williams and David Ishihara have been appointed to new aviation leadership roles at Massport. Williams will serve as Executive Director of Aviation, and Ishihara as Deputy Executive Director of Aviation. massport.com/media/newsroom…

Aerospace engineering Ph.D. student Amelia Brumfield helped lead a winning team at the prestigious Caltech Space Challenge—an international competition bringing together some of the world’s top graduate students  to compete in designing a space mission. news.fit.edu/engineering/fl…

Congratulations to students Russ Smith, Kaitlyn Dunn, Emily Acampora and Quintin Peters on being awarded one of the most prestigious honors available to graduate researchers in the United States—the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. news.fit.edu/academics-rese…

Congrats to the Spring 2026 graduates! 🎓 Thanks for celebrating with us at Grad Bash — welcome to the alumni family and officially #Panthers4Life! Access your free photo booth pics courtesy of 1000 Words Photo Booths, a proud alumni-owned business! @N08/albums/72177720333793915/with/55286851746" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">flickr.com/photos/1449482…

Crew 337 has completed its one-week analog mission at the #MDRS campus in #Utah, closing out the 2025–26 crew field season with EVAs, science research & simulated Mars surface operations. #marsanalog #stem #analogastronauts #science #themarssociety #mars @FloridaTech

We're proud to share that Florida Tech was officially recognized by the Brevard County Commission and Chair Thad Altman for our ongoing commitment to veterans and military families! The resolution celebrates our 7th consecutive year as a Military Friendly School.

Thank you to our D.C. Panthers for an unforgettable Alumni Reception! 🐾 #Panther4Life View photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCUxU4 London & Iceland Panthers—you’re up next. Stay tuned!

Congratulations to assistant professor Naveed Mahmud and his student researchers on receiving the Best Paper Award at the 19th Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Dallas Circuits and Systems Conference. news.fit.edu/academics-rese…

We're excited to welcome Dassault Falcon Jet as the newest Business-in-Residence at Florida Tech's Vertex Applied Innovation Hub! With its growing presence in Melbourne, they are helping set a new standard for aerospace innovation on the Space Coast. news.fit.edu/campus/dassaul…

Congratulations to Florida Tech's @weVENTUREmlb Women’s Business Center on earning the 2026 Florida Small Business Community Partner of the Year award from the U.S. Small Business Administration. news.fit.edu/business/u-s-s…

Did you know? Florida Tech counts 46 military generals among its alumni, including Ann Dunwoody, the first woman in U.S history to achieve a four-star officer rank. That’s decades of leadership, service and impact—all starting right here.