Polk State’s Roe Speaks at Florida STEM Forum
Polk State College’s Eric Roe was among the presenters at Thursday’s Florida STEM Forum, an event aimed at helping to create a more highly trained workforce. The Florida STEM Forum, which took place in Orlando,…
Polk State Named to National List of Manufacturer-Endorsed Institutions
Polk State College has been named to a new list of institutions offering education that is endorsed by the nation’s manufacturers. The Manufacturing Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based think-tank affiliated with the National Association of Manufacturers,…
Bartow 100 Tours Polk State Clear Springs Site
Members of the Bartow Chamber of Commerce’s Committee of 100 toured the quickly evolving site of the Polk State Clear Springs Advanced Technology Center on Friday, constituting the first large group to visit the location.…
Polk State’s Clancey Leads Session at Prestigious Institute
Polk State’s Rob Clancey recently led a nationally attended event that examined best practices in workforce development.
Polk State a Finalist for Bellwether Award
Polk State College has been selected from 250 applicants from across the nation as a finalist for the Community College Futures Assembly’s Bellwether Award. The Community College Futures Assembly, sponsored by the Institute of Higher…
Mosaic Employees Graduate from Apprenticeship Program
For 26 employees of The Mosaic Company, Friday marked a new beginning in their careers. The employees graduated from Polk State Corporate College’s Mosaic Apprenticeship program, a two-year combination of classroom studies and on-the-job training…
Polk State’s Rob Clancey to Lead National Organization
Polk State College’s Rob Clancey is now putting his expertise in workforce development to use on a national level, serving as president of the National Council for Continuing Education and Training. The Columbus, Ohio-based NCCET…
Polk State’s Isanita Suarez Accepted to Credential Program
Polk State College administrative assistant Isanita Suarez has been accepted to the Association of Florida College’s Certified College Professional program. The Association of Florida Colleges is the professional association for Florida’s 28 public community and…
Corporate College Coordinator Selected for Certified College Professional Program
Stephanie Campbell, coordinator and grant specialist at Polk State’s Corporate College, has been selected as a member of the Association of Florida College’s first Certified College Professional class. The Certified College Professional program will provide…
Clear Springs Advanced Technology Center Plans Unveiled
A transformational gift, the unwavering support of Polk County’s business and government leaders, and strategic collaboration have combined for the physical embodiment of Polk State College’s commitment to advancing the area’s work force: the Clear…