From propane to jet fuel: Polk State Aerospace grad goes from hot air balloons to planes
With big flight dreams, Polk State College Aerospace student Marissa Vereb has already spent a lot of time in the air – but not just in airplanes. She was the youngest pilot to participate in…
Polk State’s Eagle Educator Bridge Pathway Program supports School-Related Employee of the Year recipient in achieving bachelor’s degree
As a student growing up in Polk County Public Schools in Lakeland, Alexia Frihart remains grateful for the lasting impact that her teachers had on her. Set to graduate with her Polk State College Bachelor…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate student selected for Disney Dreamers Academy
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School junior Alana Coombs is one of only 100 students nationwide who recently participated in the prestigious Disney Dreamers Academy. The four-day leadership and mentoring program is hosted at Walt…
Polk State Respiratory Care application open 4/1 through 5/31
The application for Polk State College’s Respiratory Care Program will be open April 1 through May 31 for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The Associate in Science in Respiratory Care prepares students to become highly skilled respiratory therapists…
Polk State EMT graduate earns congressional recognition
One Polk State College Emergency Medical Technology Certificate graduate’s efforts have now reached the highest levels of the U.S. government. Gustavo Mora, the 2025 Polk County Fire Rescue EMT of the Year, was recently recognized…
Polk State students help local factory employees improve English speaking skills
A collaborative effort among Polk State College, Leadership Winter Haven and Cardinal Equipment Services recently resulted in students helping employees develop skills that could pay dividends long-term. Professor Carol Martinson’s College Composition I class, which…
Dual enrollment student wins statewide essay contest with piece on Polk State alum
One Polk State College alumnus served as the inspiration for a dual enrollment student, which culminated in a tour of the governor’s mansion and a scholarship. Tevay Berry, a ninth-grade dual enrolled student at Freedom…
Polk State Nursing earns top spot in Florida thanks to investments from state and healthcare partners
Polk State College’s Nursing Program ranks among the top Associate in Science in Nursing programs in Florida when evaluated by both first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate and program size, boasting a remarkable 97.4% first-time licensure pass…
Expanded Polk State Speech and Debate Team shines at FCSAA Tournament
Since last year, the Polk State College Speech and Debate Team has quadrupled in size and during this year’s FCSAA Forensics State Tournament, it made its presence felt. As a team, Polk State finished third…
Polk State to host three open house events during Spring 2026 Semester
Polk State College is slated to host open house events on both campuses and the JD Alexander Center during the Spring 2026 Semester. Prospective students and families are invited to tour campuses, meet faculty and…