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…
Polk State College expands services in Northeast Polk at Ridge Community High School
Polk State College is expanding its services in Northeast Polk County at Ridge Community High School, where the College will increase its afternoon, evening, and weekend courses for adults seeking Associate in Arts degrees. While…
Polk State College and Polk County Public Schools launch program to create teacher pipeline
Polk State College and Polk County Public Schools announced a new program Monday that will address the statewide teacher shortage by creating a pathway from high school to college to employment for aspiring educators. President…