Polk State alum from Nigeria achieves dreams and medical degree
When Dr. Ojochide Shaibu moved from Nigeria to the United States, he was armed with a dream to serve humanity through medicine and only $70 in his pocket. “I knew what I wanted to do,…
Polk State will be closed July 4 & 5
Polk State College will be closed Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day, but registration will remain underway for the fall semester. Additionally, Saturday classes will take place as scheduled…
Polk State KCTIPS recruit receives Michael Callin Memorial Scholarship
One ambitious Polk State College Kenneth C. Thompson Institute of Public Safety (KCTIPS) recruit recently received the Michael Callin Memorial Scholarship for her commitment to serving the community and doing so with integrity. KCTIPS recruit…
Polk State College celebrates successful 2019 Legislative Session
Polk State College is celebrating the preservation of funding for the Polk State JD Alexander Center, the College’s Lake Wales Campus, and the College’s success in securing recurring operational support during the 2019 Legislative Session.…
Polk State EMS graduates first class from paramedic partnership with Polk County Fire Rescue
Polk State College celebrated the first graduating class June 6 from the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program’s partnership with Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) to fill the local workforce need for paramedics. The 13 graduates…
Polk State Aerospace student spreads her wings as Winter Haven Regional Airport manager
Whether she’s tending to the needs of nearly 200 pilots, working on $6 million in airport improvement projects, or hosting dozens of hot air balloon aviators on her “days off,” Ashley Udick is successfully filling…
Father, daughter receive Polk State degrees side by side
Robert and Maria Chencinski’s undeniable father-daughter bond got a little stronger May 2 when they received their Polk State College degrees side by side. Graduation cumulated nearly two years of hard work and friendly competition…
U.S. Congressman Soto inspires students with visit to Polk State College
Polk State College students were eager to hear U.S. Congressman Darren Soto’s advice on how they can have their voices heard and he was happy to share some inspiration with those he is passionate about…
Polk State biology professor enrolls in EMS Program to become better instructor for students, finishes top of his class
Polk State College biology and physiology professor Jeffrey Orasky has taught at the College for nearly seven years and many students from Polk State’s Emergency Medical Services Program have come through his classroom. To learn…
Graduate with disability: Polk State is a godsend for students like me
Like most high school students, graduating felt bittersweet for Hope LaMond, who was nervous about college but eager to gain some freedom. She was no stranger to Polk State College, where at six years old…