> Florida Tech 65th Anniversary

Florida Tech is celebrating 65 years of excellent education, revolutionary research, and inspiring innovation. This university that began its life as “Countdown College,” has rocketed into stardom, from humble beginnings as a “night school for missilemen” to a what it is today—a premier scientific and technological university whose impact reaches around the globe.

Today, more than 70,000 alumni are sharing their passion, brilliance and Panther pride through outstanding contributions in industry, education, and public service.

Let us celebrate the bold vision of our distinguished new president, the boundless potential of our university, and our shared journey forward—together.

Founders Day Ice Cream Social

The words Let's kick-off the university's 65th anniversary in true Florida Tech fashion—together!

Join Florida Tech faculty, staff, students and visiting families for the university-wide Founders Day Ice Cream Social! This special event is happening on Founders Day, Sept. 22, 2023, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Clemente Center.

University leadership—including President Nicklow and your vice president or dean—will be there, serving YOU delicious ice cream and other non-dairy treats. Thanks to Cosmic Creamery and Creations for being our ice cream sponsor for this event!

Join Us for These 65th Anniversary Events

Florida Tech's 65th Anniversary celebration begins with Founders Day on Sept. 22, 2023 and concludes with Spring Commencement on May 4, 2024. Keep up with everything happening at Florida Tech this year using our campus calendar, but save the dates now for the following ultra-special events!

Date	Event
Sept. 22	Founders Day Ice Cream Social (see above!)
Sept. 23-24	Founders Day Celebration (Family Weekend)
Nov. 8-9	37 Hours of Giving
Dec. 16	Fall Commencement
Jan. 26	Presidential Investiture of Dr. John Nicklow
April 3-6	Homecoming
April 19	Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase
May 4	Spring Commencement

Florida Tech Historical Timeline

A product of the Harry P. Weber University Archives with expert input from Florida Tech's resident historian, Dr. Gordon Patterson, the historical timeline chronicles the university's 65-year evolution from "night school for missilemen" to comprehensive national research university. Have an idea for the timeline? Let us know!