Polk State’s EMS Program steps up to fill Polk County Fire Rescue’s need for paramedics
When Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) approached Polk State about its need for paramedics, the College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program didn’t hesitate to figure out a way to put students on a fast track…
Polk State to host Countywide College Career Fair in partnership with Polk County’s colleges and universities
Polk State College will host the first annual Countywide College Career Fair on Friday, Sept. 28, organized by a Polk Vision/Central Florida Development Council Talent Pipeline Team subcommittee in partnership with Polk County’s colleges and…
Polk State College Foundation’s 9th annual Wine for Wisdom brings community together in support of students
More than 400 community members traveled to the “Mediterranean” for the Polk State College Foundation’s ninth annual Wine for Wisdom – the premier fundraiser for student scholarships. The Winter Haven Campus Health Center was transformed…
Criminal Justice student: Polk State saved my life
At Polk State College, Tanya Kozak has been told she can be anything she wants to be after years of being told she was nothing. Kozak received her Polk State Associate in Arts degree in…
Voices of the People introduces genre-straddling seventh season
Polk State College’s Voices of the People chamber music series is entering its seventh year, “The Year of the Cat” – a no boundaries, genre-straddling season that will bring a variety of multi-talented performers to…
Miriam Spisak, founder of Polk State’s Radiography Program, leaves legacy of rigor and passion for students
Miriam Spisak maintained a reputation of rigor and excellence as the founder of Polk State College’s Radiography Program. She was strict, expecting her students to exhibit the highest levels of professionalism and passion for patient…
Polk State College to host Community Connections/Conexiones para la Comunidad in Northeast Polk County
Polk State College will host Community Connections events in Northeast Polk County on Sept. 12 and 13 to bring advising, registration, and financial aid services to neighborhoods in Haines City and Davenport. “These events are…
Polk State College, United Way of Central Florida launch program to assist students on path to graduation
Polk State College and United Way of Central Florida have launched a pilot program to assist students on their path to graduation by connecting them to resources they need to stay in school – from…
Polk State College announces Fall 2018 Arts Schedule
Polk State College is kicking off another season of The Arts with a schedule jam packed with Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts events for students, faculty, staff, and community members to enjoy. From annual favorites…
Polk State College classes start Monday and enrollment is up
Polk State College will welcome students back to its campuses and centers Monday, August 20, and enrollment is up. As of Monday, August 13, enrollment was 1 percent higher for fall 2018 compared to this…