Polk State Foundation reopens scholarship application period through June 29
The Polk State College Foundation has reopened the scholarship application period for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The period will last through June 29. The Foundation awards approximately $1.2 million in scholarships annually. Students can visit polk.academicworks.com to…
Aviation enthusiasts claim Polk State Lakeland Collegiate’s top spots for 2025
Both Polk State College Lakeland Collegiate High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian have an aviation background. Over their two years at Lakeland Collegiate, both soared to great heights. As is the case with most of Polk…
Polk State College awarded $2.8 million Job Growth Grant to establish welding program, advance workforce training
FloridaCommerce announced Friday that Polk State College is one of five colleges awarded a Florida Job Growth Grant to expand its advanced manufacturing and industrial trades training programs. The $2.8 million grant will support the…
Gateway valedictorian and salutatorian heading to Florida universities
Polk State Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate High School’s top two graduates plan on going in different directions career-wise, but the two will remain in state. Valedictorian DeLacey Kennedy and salutatorian Jamania Colo topped the…
McKeel student follows in sister’s footsteps, earns Polk State bachelor’s degree in high school
For high school students looking to earn a college degree, Polk State College offers multiple paths. Perhaps no one knows that better than the Burse family. A dual enrollment student at McKeel Academy of Technology…
Polk State to test emergency alert system on June 27
To ensure the continued safety of Polk State College faculty, staff and students, the College will be testing its emergency alert system, Everbridge, on Friday, June 27 at 9 a.m. Everbridge is available to each…
Join the Polk State Occupational Therapy Assistant Program for info sessions
Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is hosting several informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about the admission process, program expectations and the rewarding career opportunities within the OTA field. The info sessions…
Polk State announces important dates for second 6-week summer session
Polk State College has announced important updates to the academic calendar for the second six-week summer session, which begins Tuesday, June 24. Tuition and fees for the Summer Term were due at the beginning of…
National Public Safety Innovation Academy participants get first-hand look at cutting-edge technology
At the National Public Safety Innovation Academy (NIA), curriculum changes with trends and technology. During the eight-week executive level course, participants get the opportunity to see the latest advances up close and to work with…
Polk State Theatre returns after two years of renovations with expertly curated season
After a transformative renovation, the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre is preparing to welcome audiences back to its revitalized theatre with an exciting 2025-2026 season. The revamped venue, boasting enhanced acoustics, modernized seating,…