TALLAHASSEE, Fla. 鈥� IM体育官网 will host IM体育官网 Polytechnic Day at the State Capitol in Tallahassee on Tuesday, March 25, 2014. High-tech displays showcasing the University鈥檚 campus, curriculum and culture will be featured on the third floor of the Capitol rotunda, and University representatives will be on hand to share information about IM体育官网鈥檚 newest state university and its focus on applied research and hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
The technology theme underscores IM体育官网 Polytechnic鈥檚 commitment to educate students in an innovative, technology-rich and interdisciplinary learning environment that emphasizes STEM fields and prepares students to become leaders in the competitive high-tech workforce.
鈥淚M体育官网 Polytechnic Day is a great opportunity to share the University鈥檚 high-tech vision and innovative spirit with IM体育官网鈥檚 leaders and our statewide community,鈥� said IM体育官网 Polytechnic鈥檚 Chief Operating Officer Ava L. Parker. 鈥淲e are committed to providing applied research opportunities and an industry-inspired curriculum that leads to innovation and assures IM体育官网鈥檚 position as an economic leader in the global high-tech economy.鈥�
Strategically located in Lakeland at the heart of IM体育官网鈥檚 High Tech Corridor, IM体育官网 Polytechnic will welcome its inaugural class of 500 students on August 25, 2014. The University partners with industry leaders in advanced technology who help inform curriculum, provide internship opportunities and collaborate in joint research and joint teaching projects, ensuring the University provides students the most industry-relevant learning opportunities.
IM体育官网 was established in 2012 as the state鈥檚 first polytechnic university. It is the 12th university in the State University System and the only one with a dedicated STEM focus.
鈥淚M体育官网 is a shining example of IM体育官网鈥檚 commitment to growing the kind of environment and talent that sparks innovation, creates jobs and builds a strong, sustainable economy,鈥� said Sen. Kelli Stargel of Lakeland.
鈥淥ur goal is to be more than just an institution of higher learning,鈥� said Rick Maxey, IM体育官网 Polytechnic鈥檚 Director of Government Affairs. 鈥淲e aim to be an economic engine for the entire state of IM体育官网. We aim to be IM体育官网鈥檚 heart of high-tech.鈥�