Resources available for Polk State personnel and students following Hurricane Milton
As students, faculty, and staff recover from Hurricane Milton, Polk State College has compiled a list of community resources to assist those impacted by the storm. Polk State’s campuses and centers reopened on Monday, October…
Polk State charter high schools earn high marks for 2023-24
Polk State College’s three collegiate high schools are filled with high-performing students. When it comes to school grades for the 2023-24 Academic Year, one might say the high schools themselves made the honor roll. According…
Polk State grad combines two loves by creating music for video games
A Polk State College alumnus and recent graduate from Florida State University, Wood Simon has been making music for video games since he was in high school. His gaming list, however, continues to grow. Simon…
Polk State Criminal Justice online students get “murder boxes” delivered for hands-on training at home
Students may expect deliveries of textbooks and school supplies leading up to the start of the semester, but for Polk State College’s Criminal Justice students, they also receive “murder boxes.” Filled with blood spatter, broken…
Polk State bolsters Study Abroad as program makes full return since pandemic
Polk State College has long prided itself on providing students with study abroad opportunities to boost cross-cultural awareness and prepare them for employment within the globally connected workforce. This 2024-2025 Academic Year, the Study Abroad…
Apply now for Polk State’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
The application for Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program is open September 1 through September 30 for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Prior to applying, prospective applicants should review the How to Apply information and note…
Polk State College to host pair of open house events in October
Polk State College will host open house events on the Winter Haven Campus on Oct. 15 and the Lakeland Campus on Oct. 22. Prospective students and families are invited to tour campuses, meet faculty and…
Polk State Education Program to hold open house-style events on both campuses this fall
The Polk State College Education Program will offer a “TEACH Night” on each campus during the Fall 2024 Semester. The events will allow those interested to receive more information about the program. The first of…
Polk State prepares for 38th annual FallFest
The smell of pumpkin spice and cinnamon brooms might not be in the air quite yet, but it’s not too early for vendors to reserve their spot for Polk State College’s 2024 FallFest. For nearly…
Polk State closed Monday for Labor Day
Polk State College will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. The College will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled on Aug. 31. Registration continues…