Polk State celebrates 90 days with President Kamoutsas
When Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas became Polk State College’s sixth president on July 6, his work started with the people, not a distant vision. A Miami native, grandson of Cubans who fled communism, and first-generation college…
Polk State Trustee Leslie “Bubba” Dunson remembered for legacy in business and service
Once described as “prominent in the community” by former Polk State College President Maryly VanLeer Peck, Winter Haven native Leslie “Bubba” Dunson Jr. was well known throughout the Chain of Lakes City. During his time…
Polk State College adopts institutional neutrality statement
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees adopted an institutional neutrality statement during its Monday meeting aimed at reinforcing the College’s educational mission. The statement maintains a neutral position on matters unrelated to the…
Polk State College District Board of Trustees elects leadership for 2026-2027
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees elected its 2026-2027 leadership during its Monday meeting, where Ann Barnhart completed her service as Chair. Greg Littleton, who served as Vice Chair, was elected as the…
Polk State and Florida Poly partner to build regional STEM pipeline
Polk State College and Florida Polytechnic University have entered into an articulation agreement, establishing the Eagle to Phoenix Pathway program for students. Polk State President Anastasios Kamoutsas and Florida Poly President Devin Stephenson signed the…
John Webb appointed to Polk State District Board of Trustees
Governor Ron DeSantis appointed John Webb, owner and broker of Webb’s Realty, to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees on Wednesday. A Polk County resident for more than 55 years, Webb is a…
Polk State celebrates Legislative Session with funding for Haines City-Davenport Campus
Polk State College is celebrating a successful end to the 2026 Legislative Session. Governor Ron DeSantis signed the budget on Monday, which includes the remaining funds for construction of the Polk State Haines City-Davenport Campus.…
Polk State College Presidential Search Committee recommends Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas
The Polk State College Presidential Search Committee convened its final meeting on Tuesday, May 12, and announced the selection of Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas as the recommended finalist to serve as Polk State College’s sixth president.…
Polk State College launches search for sixth president
Polk State College began the search for its sixth president on Monday. At the first meeting of the Polk State College Presidential Search Committee, District Board of Trustees (DBOT) Chair Ann Barnhart thanked the newly…
Polk State College appoints Dr. Anne B. Kerr as interim President
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees voted on Thursday to appoint Dr. Anne B. Kerr, President Emerita of Florida Southern College, as the interim President of Polk State. Dr. Kerr, a seasoned higher…