Polk State College announces Cybersecurity Registered Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Florida Department of Education
Polk State College announced on Wednesday that it is revitalizing its registered apprenticeship program in cybersecurity in partnership with the Florida Department of Education. Commissioner of Education Dr. Henry Mack and members of the State…
Florida College System Foundation presents $54,057 to Polk State College Foundation for student scholarships
Polk State College student Annastasia St. Louis works full time, pays her own expenses, and continues taking classes each semester as she prepares for a career in diagnostic medical sonography. St. Louis shared her story…
Dr. Kevin O’Farrell joins Polk State College as Executive Vice President of Workforce & Strategic Initiatives
Dr. Kevin O’Farrell joins Polk State College today as Executive Vice President of Workforce & Strategic Initiatives, bringing more than 20 years of experience in state and higher education leadership. Dr. O’Farrell most recently served…
Polk State to launch Commercial Vehicle Driving Program thanks to $2 million FloridaCommerce Florida Job Growth Grant
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Polk State College as one of several institutions to receive FloridaCommerce Florida Job Growth Grants in Jacksonville today in areas including aerospace, maritime defense and commercial transportation. At Polk State, the…
Polk State College to host Constitution Day events with Senator Osgood, Congressman Donalds
UPDATE 9/11/26: Polk State College will host U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds (R) and Florida Senator Rosalind Osgood (D) for Constitution Day on September 17. The times of their keynotes have changed: Donalds will serve as the…
Polk State College adopts institutional neutrality statement
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees adopted an institutional neutrality statement during its Monday meeting aimed at reinforcing the College’s educational mission. The statement maintains a neutral position on matters unrelated to the…
Polk State College District Board of Trustees elects leadership for 2026-2027
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees elected its 2026-2027 leadership during its Monday meeting, where Ann Barnhart completed her service as Chair. Greg Littleton, who served as Vice Chair, was elected as the…
Enroll tuition-free in Polk State’s Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Production Specialist Program
Students can now complete Polk State College’s Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Production Specialist Program at no cost, thanks to a sponsorship provided by Polk State College and the State of Florida, Department of Commerce, and…
Polk State and Florida Poly partner to build regional STEM pipeline
Polk State College and Florida Polytechnic University have entered into an articulation agreement, establishing the Eagle to Phoenix Pathway program for students. Polk State President Anastasios Kamoutsas and Florida Poly President Devin Stephenson signed the…
Polk State announces 100% licensure pass rates across all Health Sciences and Nursing programs
Polk State College is proudly celebrating 100% licensure pass rates for all seven of its Health Sciences and its Nursing degree programs. This accomplishment underscores the excellence of the College’s instructors, curriculum and hands-on training…