Polk State alum’s appointment to FAA Administrator serves as inspiration for Aerospace Program
For graduates of Polk State College, the possibilities are limitless. That includes serving the highest levels of government. Over the summer, Polk State graduate Bryan Bedford was confirmed as the new Administrator of the Federal…
Polk State Aerospace and collegiate high school student aims to use aviation for mission field
For students in Polk State College’s Aerospace Program, it’s not unusual to pursue a commercial pilot’s license with the intention of flying for an airline. For Raija Fiskum, however, it’s an opportunity to reach people…
Polk State Aerospace student secures job, serves as ambassador for Republic Airways
The Polk State College Aerospace Program has helped dozens of students soar into rewarding careers in the industry. In many cases, students already have jobs lined up when they graduate. An Nguyen has already committed…
Polk State collegiate high school student to graduate with AS in Aerospace Administration
About 70% of students enrolled in one of Polk State College’s three collegiate high schools earned an Associate in Arts degree with their diploma in 2024. This year, Tristin Petrosky has proven that an Associate…
Polk State Aerospace to host open house June 6
Polk State College’s Aerospace Program will host an open house at Airside Center – East in Lakeland on Thursday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to provide prospective students with information about degree…
Polk State Aerospace remains on cutting edge of technology to prepare aspiring pilots
Polk State College Aerospace is revered as a quality program that provides aspiring pilots with the most realistic flight experiences possible before they ever step foot in the cockpit. A recent equipment acquisition builds on…
First-year students shine as Polk State Flight Team earns bid to nationals
The performances of newcomers were a big part of the story for the Polk State College Flight Team at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region IX competition at Lakeland Linder International Airport. During the…
Eagles Talk Career Discussion: Graduates across industries share experiences with students
Polk State College’s eight pathways provide students with detailed program maps that outline their courses from their first class to graduation, but sometimes, it’s helpful to get a firsthand account from those who have made…
Polk State Aerospace student takes home pair of prestigious scholarships
Administrators for the Polk State College Aerospace Program see a bright future for sophomore Timothy Nickel. Earlier this month, his present got a little brighter as well. During a ceremony in Tampa on Nov. 2,…
Polk State Flight Team enjoys best-ever finish at nationals
For the Polk State Flight Team, it has been a banner year. Earlier this month at the 2023 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON), Polk State notched its best national…