For Polk Respiratory Care Alumna, A Cough Inspired a New Career
Terri Dixon remembers the exact moment — or rather, the exact cough — that changed the course of her whole life. She was working as a phlebotomist, performing another routine blood draw, when a patient suddenly started…
Gary Baker Memorial Art Exhibition Begins March 16, Work of Beloved Professor Available for Purchase to Benefit Student Scholarships
The work of one of Polk State College’s longest serving — and most beloved — professors will be on display through late April. Gary Baker taught art at the College for 37 years before retiring…
Polk State Accepting Entries for Spring Student Art Competition; Deadline is March 25
Polk State is currently accepting entries for its upcoming student art exhibition. The deadline for submission is March 25. Entry forms may be found at the Polk State Lakeland LTB 1108 Art Gallery, open Monday-Thursday…
Actress Libby Skala Returning to Polk State College to Perform “Felicitas” on March 12, 20 and 21
Polk State College will welcome back Libby Skala, a critically acclaimed writer and performer, for three events in March. “Libby did an amazing job for us in 2014,” said Osubi Craig, director of the Polk…
Polk State Chain of Lakes Wins Big at Academic Tournament; Will Compete at State Level
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate was the big winner at the recent Polk County High School Academic Tournament. Schools around the county participate in the tournament. Participants answer questions written by teachers at high…
Polk State Music to Present Spring Concerts March 7, 8
Polk State Music will present two very “springy” concerts this weekend. “This is the weekend we spring forward,” said Polk State Music Coordinator John Anderson, referring to the start of daylight saving time on Sunday.…
Polk State Corporate College, Bartow Chamber Partner for Professional Development Academy
Polk State College and the Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce are partnering to create a series of seminars and classes for local professionals. The Greater Bartow Chamber Professional Development Academy kicks off March 25 at…
Pennoni Executives Tour Polk State Clear Springs Advanced Technology Center
The Polk State Clear Springs Advanced Technology Center hosted executives from Philadelphia-based Pennoni Associates on Friday morning. Pennoni, an engineering and design consulting firm, recently acquired Winter Haven-based Envisors, LLC, a civil and environmental engineering…
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate Students Qualify for State HOSA Competition
As has become its tradition, Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School will once again have students competing in the statewide HOSA conference. HOSA-Future Health Professionals is a national organization for students pursuing careers…
Polk State Chain of Lakes Hosting Robotics Workshops for Area Students
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School is hosting a series of workshops to introduce students — from kindergartners to 10th-graders — to the possibilities of robotics. The Robotics in Medicine workshops are made possible…