Professor Tom Witek elevates Polk State Music with real-world expertise
Tom Witek has played thousands of jazz gigs, toured internationally and even appeared on American Horror Story. But his favorite audience these days? His students at Polk State College. After more than a decade as…
Polk State partners with The Mission of Winter Haven to empower students and underserved community through occupational therapy
Polk State College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program has launched a transformative partnership with The Mission of Winter Haven, providing students with meaningful, real-world experience while empowering individuals facing homelessness and hunger through targeted life…
Polk State and Polk County Public Schools launch Teacher Apprenticeship Program
Polk State College and Polk County Public Schools formally announced the launch of the Teacher Apprenticeship Program during a celebration on the College’s Lakeland Campus on Tuesday. The program is made possible by a Pathway…
From Polk to the pastures of Alaska: Polk State OTA grad finds rewarding career in horse therapy for children
With a dream of blending nature and healing, Melissa Siewert, a 2023 Polk State Occupational Therapy Assistant graduate, found her calling among Alaska’s mountains. Siewert works with children through a unique blend of occupational therapy…
10th-graders achieve success at Polk State’s collegiate high schools
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School completed their first school year with 10th-graders on the roster, and they are proud to report that these students achieved…
Information sessions set for Polk State Education baccalaureate program
For those interested in earning a bachelor’s degree through Polk State College’s Education Program, five more information sessions will be held virtually between now and November. The Education Program currently offers Bachelor of Science in…
Polk State Chain of Lakes valedictorian earns top spot and bachelor’s degree
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School valedictorian Georgia Medrano-Flores is no stranger to challenging herself academically. Doing so, however, hasn’t kept her from being active in extracurricular activities, doing what she loves and…
Polk State Paramedic application open through July 11
The application for the Polk State Paramedic Certificate Program is open through July 11 for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Part of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program, the Paramedic Certificate Program provides a study of the…
Polk State Foundation reopens scholarship application period through June 29
The Polk State College Foundation has reopened the scholarship application period for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The period will last through June 29. The Foundation awards approximately $1.2 million in scholarships annually. Students can visit polk.academicworks.com to…
Polk State to test emergency alert system on June 27
To ensure the continued safety of Polk State College faculty, staff and students, the College will be testing its emergency alert system, Everbridge, on Friday, June 27 at 9 a.m. Everbridge is available to each…