During an interview with this monthβs host of βListen Lakeland,β 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Polytechnic University President Dr. Randy K. Avent had the opportunity to talk with Board Member about his career before 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly, the universityβs successes during the last four years and the future of the university.
In addition to an increasingly rigorous curriculum and the development of several new undergraduate degree programs, Avent shared information about his vision for 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly 2.0 and the possibility of a new research park, with a town center, restaurant and shopping area, and housing on the land just west of the campus.
Avent also talked about how the university is helping 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» build a high-tech economy by working with small and medium businesses in the state, among other topics.
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