
Lakeland Collegiate student named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist

Polk State College Lakeland Collegiate High School senior Madison Dolan has big dreams. If her most recent recognition is any indication, those dreams seem well in sight. Dolan is a semifinalist for the National Merit…

Polk State celebrates Arts and Humanities Month

As the calendar turns to October, Polk State College is recognizing the importance of culture throughout the local community by celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month. Established in 1993, National Arts and Humanities Month is…

National Disability Employment Awareness: Polk State offers environment where all students can thrive

Committed to providing an environment where all students can thrive, Polk State College is recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month for October. The College and students have seen firsthand the difference that special accommodations can…

Polk State alum’s appointment to FAA Administrator serves as inspiration for Aerospace Program

For graduates of Polk State College, the possibilities are limitless. That includes serving the highest levels of government. Over the summer, Polk State graduate Bryan Bedford was confirmed as the new Administrator of the Federal…

Polk State to host three open house events during fall semester

Polk State College is slated to host open house events on both campuses and the JD Alexander Center during the Fall 2025 Semester. Prospective students and families are invited to tour campuses, meet faculty and…

The Arts at Polk State offers robust schedule of fall events for fall

The Arts at Polk State College has a newly enhanced venue with an upgraded theatre and gallery. For the Fall 2025 Semester, it will have a robust slate of events. Throughout the fall, Polk State…

Polk State Athletics releases third annual Digital Yearbook

The 2024-25 Academic Year was a prosperous one for Polk State Athletics. With the new athletics year underway, it’s not too late to relive the magic of last year with the release of the third…

Polk State closed Monday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day

Polk State College will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. The College will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 2. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled on Aug. 30. Registration continues…

Polk State’s collegiate high schools claim top two grades from district for 2024-25

When it came to student achievement during the 2024-25 Academic Year, Polk State College’s collegiate high schools occupied the top two spots throughout the district. Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School and Polk State Chain…

Polk State to test emergency alert system on Aug. 29

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, Aug. 29 at 9 a.m. Everbridge is available to each…