Polk State Nursing earns top spot in Florida thanks to investments from state and healthcare partners
Polk State College’s Nursing Program ranks among the top Associate in Science in Nursing programs in Florida when evaluated by both first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate and program size, boasting a remarkable 97.4% first-time licensure pass…
Polk State Speech and Debate coach inducted into FCSAA Hall of Fame
In 2013, Polk State Professor Christina Gesmundo was tasked with starting the Polk State Speech and Debate Team. During February’s annual FCSAA Forensics Tournament, she was honored as one of the best the Florida College…
Expanded Polk State Speech and Debate Team shines at FCSAA Tournament
Since last year, the Polk State College Speech and Debate Team has quadrupled in size and during this year’s FCSAA Forensics State Tournament, it made its presence felt. As a team, Polk State finished third…
Polk State reminds students of Civic Literacy Exam requirement for graduation
With Polk State College celebrating America’s 250th birthday, the College continues to remind students that passing the Florida Civic Literacy Exam is a requirement to earn an associate or baccalaureate degree. The post-secondary Civic Literacy…
Polk State Soccer’s Kropp gets professional tryout after unconventional college career
After an unconventional college playing career, Polk State Soccer midfielder Kiana Kropp has taken a significant step toward playing professionally. Kropp is amid a three-week tryout with Tampa Bay Sun Football Club, a professional team…
Thriving mentorship program among many benefits for Polk State HR Club
Whether it’s Future Business Leaders of America, Student Government Association or the STEM Club, Polk State College – through the Student Activities and Leadership Organization (SALO) – has many networking opportunities that broaden students’ horizons.…
Polk State to close for Presidents Day 2026
Polk State College and its collegiate high schools will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. The day has been designated as a state holiday as part of Florida’s recognition…
Polk State Athletics announces 2026 Hall of Fame class
To honor its rich history and tradition, Polk State College is reviving the Polk State Athletics Hall of Fame. The 2026 class features three athletes, one coach and administrator and for the first time, one…
Cadet Major in top 3% of cadets nationwide chooses Polk State for aerospace training
Stella Nawyn graduated high school with an impressive resume and no shortage of options as an aviation enthusiast from South Florida. When choosing her next school, however, it was Polk State College’s Aerospace Program that…
Polk State alum to showcase product on ABC’s Shark Tank
As a business owner, Polk State College graduate Clay Canning has had incredible success in reaching new audiences. His next audience will be national television. On Jan. 21, Canning along with co-founder RaShaun Brown and…