Polk State Machining Programs Receive NIMS Accreditation
Polk State’s Computer Numeric Control and Manual Machining programs were recognized Dec. 6 with accreditation by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS) for Machining Level 1 credentials. Polk State has met rigorous national…
Winter Gala Concert
Polk State Music presented a Winter Gala Concert of Holiday Favorites Dec. 2 and 3 at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. The event featured student performances by vocal and instrumental groups
United Way Soccer Game 2017
As part of Polk State’s annual United Way campaign, the Eagles soccer team played a game against faculty, staff, and administrators on the Lakeland campus Nov. 8.
Red-Night Madness ‘17
Polk State basketball held Red-Night Madness ’17 on Oct. 28. Students, faculty, staff, and community members had the chance to meet the team, enjoy musical performances, and take part in contests and other fun events.
Joggin’ for the Noggin 2017
More than 550 people ran, jogged, or walked in the 6th Annual Joggin’ for the Noggin 5k presented by Regal Lakeland in partnership with Florida Blue on Oct. 20 at the Polk State Lakeland campus. This…
FallFest 2017
Thousands of visitors enjoyed Polk State’s annual FallFest Oct. 21 on the Winter Haven campus. The event featured crafts, music, food, a haunted house and kids zone, a pumpkin patch, and more. Proceeds from FallFest…
Arts Day features Student Ensembles
In celebration of Arts Day at Polk State, the Music Department featured student ensembles on the Winter Haven Student Center Lawn on Oct. 19. Students, faculty, and staff enjoyed the sounds of the Concert Choir,…
Dr. Falconetti Gets Her Kicks with Eagles Soccer
Polk State President Angela Garcia Falconetti took time Monday, Oct. 2, to practice with the Eagles soccer team. Although not an experienced soccer player, she quickly learned some of the basics with the help of…
Eagles Walk at Heart Walk
Polk State faculty, staff, students, family, and friends helped raise money to fight heart disease and stroke by taking part in the 2017 Heart Walk on Sept. 30 at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in…
President Falconetti Hosts College Forums
Polk State College President Angela Garcia Falconetti visited each of the College’s six campuses and centers Sept. 27-29 to hear from students, faculty, and staff about what they love about Polk State, as well as…