Polk State Welcomes Incoming Freshmen at First-Ever Convocation
Before the hustle and bustle of classes could begin, before the stress of final exams could set in, Polk State College gathered more than 800 new freshmen for its inaugural First Flight Fall Convocation. The…
From Practical to Inspirational: Current Students Share Advice for Incoming Freshmen
The start of Polk State’s fall semester is just a few weeks away, and across the county, members of the incoming freshmen class are waiting, wondering, and maybe even worrying … what is college really…
Meet the Officers: Polk State Lakeland SGA President Chris Ly, VP Otis Wilson
The Student Government Association is the official representative of Polk State College students. The SGA acts as a liaison between students and administrators, organizes campus activities, and represents students in statewide organizations and legislative issues…
Student Share Their “Fave” Parts of Polk State
Fall registration is underway, and we know that there are lots of people out there, contemplating applying to Polk State, but worried that it won’t be right for them. To find out what real-life Polk…
Polk Dean Focused on Accessibility: “We Have to Help Students See Themselves Here”
For Polk State’s Sylvester Little, education — literally overnight — saved him from poverty. In the decades since, he’s helped countless students believe in their own potential, achieve their goals, and transform their lives. He’ll continue…
Incoming Polk State Freshmen: Register Now for Student Convocation
Polk State College’s inaugural student convocation is planned for Aug. 14, but incoming students are asked to register now. First Flight Student Convocation will take place from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Polk…
Holiday Has New Meaning: Polk State Students Thank Service Members on Memorial Day
For many, the meaning of Memorial Day is no deeper than backyard barbecues and sales at the mall. Not for members of Polk State Lakeland’s Black Student Union — especially not after Monday. While they…
Polk State Vice President Hosting Open Forums for Students
Polk State College students are invited to a series of open forums with Vice President of Student Services Reggie Webb. “Whether it’s financial aid, advising or student activities, everything under the Student Services umbrella is…
Polk State Again Named a Best Workplace for Commuters
Universal access to public transit, parking spots especially for carpoolers, and programs that encourage biking and walking have earned Polk State its second consecutive Best Workplaces for Commuters award. The College received the national recognition during…
Polk State to Host Black Violin for Two Free Performances
Polk State College will host the classically trained and critically acclaimed duo Black Violin for two performances on April 17. The forces behind Black Violin are Wil B and Kev Marcus, who wield their instruments…