Polk State gives All-American graduate Ru a shot at an education
Kaila Ru will leave Polk State College as one of the most decorated volleyball players in program history, but she’ll also be leaving with something perhaps more important – a degree. Ru, 20, will receive…
Last chance to enroll in SNAP benefits before COVID-19 expansion ends
The U.S. Department of Education is urging eligible college students to enroll in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) before the program’s expansion under the COVID-19 public health emergency expires on May 11. SNAP provides…
Polk State students encouraged to check financial aid options for summer semester
For Polk State College students looking to pay for summer classes, there are options. Bob Evans, Interim Director for Student Financial Services, noted that often times students who receive Federal Pell Grants assume that funding…
Polk State takes home four awards at Florida SGA Conference
In case Polk State College students and advisors were unsure of whether they were making a difference, this month’s Florida College System Student Government Association Conference confirmed one thing – they are. Two students and…
Polk State credentials to be used to access Canvas
Beginning on May 22, Polk State College students and faculty will use their College-issued email credentials to access Canvas. Instead of having a separate login to access Canvas, students and faculty will now use the…
Polk State launches Crime Scene Investigations concentration within the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program
Polk State College is launching a concentration in Crime Scene Investigations within its Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program. Registration is already taking place for classes that will start on August 14 for…
Enroll for summer and fall at Polk State
Enrollment is open for the Summer 2023 Semester and the Fall 2023 Term at Polk State College. Summer classes will start on May 10 and fall classes will start on August 14. Currently enrolled Polk…
NIA far and wide: Leaders from across country come to Polk State
As hoped, the National Public Safety Innovation Academy (NIA) has proven to have national appeal. The first cohort featured 21 participants from eight different states, four different time zones, and of six different ranks. The…
Polk State data analyst’s family to be featured by March of Dimes
For Jaren Dodson, Data Analyst at Polk State College, an upcoming campaign will serve as a reminder of how much his life has changed and the difference that people can make. Dodson’s 1-year-old son Davren…
Polk State offers variety of summer camps
As school lets out for the summer, Polk State College will have options for youngsters when it comes to fighting boredom. The College is offering multiple summer camps that take place in June and July.…