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At the University of Florida’s Nonoscale Research Facility, the Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) hosted a group of eight students and one professor from the Electrical Engineering and Electronic Engineering Technology programs at Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Florida State University (FSU) for an immersive three-day semiconductor workshop, led by Dr. Jack Judy and Kenneth Fluker, Jr.

FSI presents the 5th annual Florida Semiconductor Summit on March 31 – April 1, 2027. Join industry leaders, researchers, innovators, and exhibitors as we push the boundaries of what’s possible in semiconductor manufacturing, design, and workforce development right here in Florida.

FSI Stakeholder Advisory Board Update – July 2026 We are thrilled to welcome Terry Back as the new Industry Representative on our Stakeholder Advisory Board. Terry brings more than 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. As a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, he […]

FSI presents the 5th annual Florida Semiconductor Summit on March 31 – April 1, 2027. Join industry leaders, researchers, innovators, and exhibitors as we push the boundaries of what’s possible in semiconductor manufacturing, design, and workforce development right here in Florida.

Statewide semiconductor education initiative continues to grow, introducing students to innovation, technology, and future career pathways.

We’re excited to welcome Mia Przelomski to the team as our new Communications Assistant! Mia is a senior at the University of Florida, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Statistics with a minor in Communication Studies. She brings experience in content creation, graphic design, and sports communications, as well as a passion for social media strategy. Mia will play a key role in the institute’s communications and public relations efforts.

The IEEE TryEngineering Educator Session, hosted in partnership with the University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI), provided Florida educators with a two-day professional development experience focused on semiconductor education, engineering design, and artificial intelligence.

UF’s “PATHS” program trains autistic students for semiconductor manufacturing with virtual reality and custom tools. The initiative also offers hands‑on training, resume help and one-on-one mentorships for neurodivergent students. The goal is to convert internships into full‑time roles and broaden workplace inclusion for autistic workers.

The Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI) has co-funded the South Regional Node of the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME South), a national workforce initiative led by the University of Texas at Austin to help meet growing demand for semiconductor talent across the United States.

The Florida Semiconductor Institute and Ecotek Lab hosted a three-day Semiconductor STEM Camp at NeoCity from June 9-11, providing middle and high school students with hands-on exposure to one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries.