Panthers on the Rise
Florida Tech Panthers are doing amazing things! As students, they participate in academic competitions, collaborate with faculty on inspiring research, and build career experience in exciting internships. As young alumni, they put their Florida Tech experience to work making a difference in all areas of industry.
Current Student and Young Alumni Stories
Jordin Chandler: 2025 COPLA Outstanding Alumnus Values Service Before Self
Jordin Chandler ’19 reflects on mentorship, service and community impact after earning the 2025 Outstanding Alumni Award from COPLA.
Jordin Chandler ’19 reflects on mentorship, service and community impact after earning the 2025 Outstanding Alumni Award from COPLA.
Up Close with Michelle Wolf ’18
Michelle Wolf reflects on her time at Florida Tech and her journey from teaching high school students to publishing academic research.
Michelle Wolf reflects on her time at Florida Tech and her journey from teaching high school students to publishing academic research.
Students Produce Documentary on Local Music Store Owner
Florida Tech communication students created "More Than Music," a documentary highlighting Bruce Marion, a local music shop owner.
Florida Tech communication students created "More Than Music," a documentary highlighting Bruce Marion, a local music shop owner.
From Classroom to Career: A Student’s Guide to Landing and Thriving in an Internship
How do students juggle demanding coursework, find opportunities and make a real impact in the workplace? We spoke with four Florida Tech students who successfully navigated this path.
How do students juggle demanding coursework, find opportunities and make a real impact in the workplace? We spoke with four Florida Tech students who successfully navigated this path.
McKaylyn Merritt: Seashells to Spider Monkeys
McKaylyn Merritt ’25 has turned her childhood questions about the sea into a focused pursuit of research, conservation and animal welfare.
McKaylyn Merritt ’25 has turned her childhood questions about the sea into a focused pursuit of research, conservation and animal welfare.
The Power of Curiosity: Women Behind Florida Tech’s Cutting-Edge Research
Florida Tech women researchers are not only pushing the boundaries of knowledge, but also mentoring students, balancing family and career, and paving the way for future generations of scientists.
Florida Tech women researchers are not only pushing the boundaries of knowledge, but also mentoring students, balancing family and career, and paving the way for future generations of scientists.
Alyssa Carson: Redefining Space Dreams
Florida Tech alumna Alyssa Carson reflects on her journey beyond “the girl who wants to go to Mars.”
Florida Tech alumna Alyssa Carson reflects on her journey beyond “the girl who wants to go to Mars.”
So, You Want to Be a Doctor? Premed and Biomed at Florida Tech
At Florida Tech, the premed and biomedical science programs offer a launchpad for future doctors, researchers and innovators, with more than just textbooks to help you thrive.
At Florida Tech, the premed and biomedical science programs offer a launchpad for future doctors, researchers and innovators, with more than just textbooks to help you thrive.
Charting Her Own Orbit: Nihaara Sawhney’s Florida Tech Journey
Nihaara Sawhney shares how curiosity, discipline and hands-on experience has shaped her journey as an aerospace engineering student.
Nihaara Sawhney shares how curiosity, discipline and hands-on experience has shaped her journey as an aerospace engineering student.
Fall ’25 Grads Get Jobs Before Diplomas
Crediting their Florida Tech experiences, several graduates accepted full-time positions before they even graduated.
Crediting their Florida Tech experiences, several graduates accepted full-time positions before they even graduated.