Weigh career options at Criminal Justice Teach-In
Polk State College’s Criminal Justice Teach-In is an annual event in which Criminal Justice professionals speak to students about their careers and experiences. The public is invited to attend this free event, which will include…
Alum, adjunct becomes Florida’s first internationally certified community paramedic
Earl Kulpa, a Polk State College alum and adjunct instructor in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program, recently became the first internationally certified community paramedic in Florida — among only 112 in the nation. Kulpa,…
Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi Chapter No. 1 in Florida
Phi Theta Kappa’s Xi Pi Chapter ranks No. 1 out of 86 chapters in Florida for the second consecutive year and is awaiting its international ranking. Last year, the Polk State College chapter ranked No.…
Polk State College hosting open house events April 19 & 26
Polk State College is hosting two open house events where prospective students will have the opportunity to learn about academic programs, complete their applications, and receive assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid…
Education Program receives Active Learning Center Grant
Polk State College is one of 16 institutions in North America to receive a Steelcase Education Active Learning Center Grant, which will transform a classroom into a makerspace that enhances exploration and problem solving for…
Students, faculty recognized for work on international award-winning archaeological dig
Polk State College students and faculty have received international recognition for their participation in the award-winning archaeological dig, Blick Mead, as they continue to unearth discoveries about the ancient civilization that once inhabited the site…
Polk State Theatre’s 50th year concluding with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Polk State College will conclude its 50 years of theatre celebration with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” And on opening night, Thursday, April 12, Polk State Theatre and the Polk State College Foundation will host an…
Enrollment starts for summer and fall
Enrollment starts for the summer and fall semesters today, April 2, with fall registration taking place earlier than ever before to provide students with the greatest availability of courses they need. Students who have completed 30…
Chain of Lakes Collegiate Students to Compete at State HOSA Conference
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School had a fair share of winners at the Florida HOSA Region IV East Competitive Event in January, and many are heading to the Florida HOSA State Leadership…
Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate High School to Hold Info Sessions
Polk State Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate High School will host informational sessions for students interested in attending the public charter school, which is an academic alternative for students who want to graduate and transition…