Polk State’s Chief Diversity Officer: Colleges are not brick & mortar, they are flesh & blood
Lonnie Thompson is no stranger to the Florida College System or serving in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion, bringing more than 20 years of experience in higher education to Polk State College. He…
Polk State HR’s Robin Robinson remembered for her genuine care for people
Robin Robinson was the introduction to Polk State College for many employees over the course of her 15-year career in Human Resources and she personified the College’s accepting and family-like atmosphere with her smile and…
Polk State’s Office of Equity and Diversity adds “inclusion” to its name
Polk State College’s Office of Equity and Diversity is adding “inclusion” to its name to recognize the collaborative partnerships and environment that exist within the institution that foster diversity and promote cultural awareness for students,…
Polk State Again Named Best Workplace For Commuters
Universal access to public transit, green initiatives, and designated parking spots for carpoolers have earned Polk State College its sixth consecutive Best Workplaces for Commuters award. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently notified Polk…
Polk State Offering Free Health Fairs Feb. 11, 13; Open to Employees, Students and Community
Polk State College will host two free health fairs for employees, students and members of the community. During the events, attendees will be able to get free health screenings to check their cholesterol, blood pressure…
Polk Has New Staff Members in Office of Communications and Public Affairs
Polk State College has made a handful of strategic hires within its Office of Communications and Public Affairs. Among the additions are Tom Hagerty, sports information coordinator, Geoff Hoskins, designer, and Ana Maria Sanchez, director…
Polk State Hosting Adjunct Faculty Job Fair
Polk State will host a job fair for those interested in filling adjunct faculty positions at its various campuses and centers. The event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on July 16 in room…
Annual Luncheon Honors Work, Dedication of Polk State Retirees
The memories were rich and the reunions were sweet during Thursday’s fifth-annual Retiree Luncheon at Polk State College. Each year, the College invites its retirees to campus, to thank them for their years of service…
Employee Health Fairs are Feb. 20, 25
Polk State employees are encouraged to attend one of two upcoming health fairs. The first event will be from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Health Center on the campus of Polk…
Friday is College Colors Day: Get Your Soar On!
This week Polk State College and its growing fan-base will be participating in a nationwide celebration of school spirit. “College Colors Day 2012” has been set for Friday, Aug. 31. College Colors Day is an…