Polk State students soar in Air Race Classic

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Three Polk State College students took to the sky from Lakeland Linder International Airport on a four-day, 2,500-mile journey as participants in the 2022 Air Race Classic. Emma Othmer and Autumn Richarz competed as The…

Polk State graduate trades public relations for the sky

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As a teenager and young adult, Tyler Koonce had two passions – sports and aviation. He began his professional career in the former and plans on finishing it working in the latter. After 15 years…

UPDATE: Law enforcement gives all clear at Polk State Lakeland Campus

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UPDATE: June 27, 2022 (1:45 p.m.): An all-clear has been issued for Polk State’s Lakeland Campus. Heightened security has been lifted. Campus operations have returned to normal. June 27, 2022 (11:45 a.m.): Law enforcement is…

Polk State Flight Team makes historic trip to nationals

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Polk State College’s flight team made history this year with a trip to the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) competition, but members and coaches believe this is just the beginning for the team. Polk State…

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