Professor nationally recognized for excellence in teaching says she learns so much from her students
When Penny Morris isn’t busy getting Polk State College students and faculty across the country excited about mathematics, she’s trying to figure out where to keep all the awards she has accumulated for her dedication…
Polk State to celebrate 120th commencement with Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education’s first graduating class
Polk State College’s first Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education students will graduate during the College’s 120th commencement May 2 with more than 650 of their Polk State peers who are expected to participate…
Polk State Music spring concerts will include debut of new ensemble
Polk State Music will kick off back-to-back concerts April 25, showcasing the incredible talent of Polk State’s students and the large scope of music education available at the College with performances throughout the weekend. The…
Polk State College alum, Disney’s George A. Kalogridis, receives American Association of Community Colleges Outstanding Alumni Award
Walt Disney World Resort President George A. Kalogridis is the first Polk State College alum to receive the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Outstanding Alumni Award for his positive impact on the community, the…
Polk State College sweeps Phi Theta Kappa awards
Polk State College is celebrating more than 30 awards and recognitions received by students, faculty, and staff during Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s annual awards ceremonies. Polk State’s Xi Pi and Beta Upsilon Upsilon chapters…
Polk State Lakeland HOSA qualifies for internationals in its first year
Students part of Polk State College Lakeland’s Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) – Future Health Professionals will participate in the organization’s International Leadership Conference in Orlando this June after placing in their categories at…
Polk State Theatre to finish season with musical farce “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum”
Polk State Theatre is closing out its 2018-2019 season with the musical farce “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” set during springtime 200 B.C. in Rome. Based off the book by…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate receives two VISTE awards for outstanding student volunteers
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School’s students are immersed in a culture of community service and the Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE), one of the many organizations in Polk County that benefits from…
Artist finds confidence as Polk State College student
Ava Virginia Edmonds has been an artist in one form or another since she can remember. The daughter of an elementary school art teacher and a cartoonist, Edmonds has always received encouragement at home to…
Polk State College open house events April 23 & 25
Polk State College is hosting two open house events on its main campuses where prospective students will have the opportunity to learn about academic programs, complete their free applications, and receive assistance with the Free…