Polk State Trustee Leslie “Bubba” Dunson remembered for legacy in business and service
Once described as “prominent in the community” by former Polk State College President Maryly VanLeer Peck, Winter Haven native Leslie “Bubba” Dunson Jr. was well known throughout the Chain of Lakes City. During his time…
Polk State Educational Talent Search to use grant to expand reach and initiatives
Polk State College’s Educational Talent Search Program will increase the number of students it serves by 23% over the next five years, thanks to a Talent Search Grant administered through the U.S. Department of Education…
Polk State awarded $15,000 in continued partnership with Metallica’s All Within My Hands
Polk State College is proud to continue its partnership with Metallica’s All Within My Hands, which has awarded the College $15,000 in its seventh year as a grant recipient. Since 2020, Polk State has benefited from…
Polk State students encouraged to apply for financial aid following early FAFSA launch
The U.S. Department of Education announced the earliest launch of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form ever on Wednesday. The early launch and new form are intended to simplify the application process…
Polk State announces open house dates for Fall 2026 Semester
Polk State College is slated to host open house events on both campuses and the JD Alexander Center during the Fall 2026 Semester. Local students and families are invited to tour campuses, meet faculty and…
Polk State transition track helps veteran firefighter move to career in nursing
With a decade of experience as a firefighter and paramedic at St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, Jacob Moskowitz has a passion for saving lives and helping others. His passion has evolved in a new direction. Moskowitz…
Polk State closed 9/7 for Labor Day
Polk State College will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. The College will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled on Sept. 5. Registration continues…
Republic Airways Cadet program sets Polk State Aerospace students on path to meaningful careers
When graduate An Nguyen became the first student ambassador at Polk State College for the Republic Airways RJet Cadet Program, it had just two members. Since then, the program has grown to nine members at…
Polk State Dean Sylvester Little remembered for steadfast commitment to student success
Sylvester Little served Polk State College for more than half of the College’s history. Despite being retired for more than five years, his impact on Polk State was felt by many and is still present…
Polk State Career Services announces events for Fall 2026 Semester
Polk State College’s Career Services Department will host events on the Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses during the Fall 2026 Semester aimed to help students bolster resumes and make contact with employers and universities. Students…