Off the Record with Mackenzie Smith

Discover how Florida Tech has transformed the lives of three students—Preston Houvouras, Cailey Canessa, and Gary Lozito. These three scholar-athletes found their passions, honed their skills, and built lasting connections through mentorship, academics, and athletics.

On November 11, the Brevard Veterans Memorial Center hosted their annual Veterans Day Ceremony in Merritt Island. With over 300 members in attendance, veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces were honored and celebrated by a lively and patriotic crowd.

Gillian Craig, is a senior biomedical science student from Merritt Island, Florida. Lacrosse has always been a constant in Gillian’s life; it’s all she’s known since she was 12 years old. Despite her positive attitude, it was really difficult for Gilian to navigate her faith, not only the first time around, but the second time around too.

For the first time since 2008, the Florida Tech volleyball team has started their season with a winning record. The Panthers came home 4-0 after spending their weekend at the Redderson Invitational in Greenwood, South Carolina on Sept. 6-7.