
Polk State Aerospace and collegiate high school student aims to use aviation for mission field

For students in Polk State College’s Aerospace Program, it’s not unusual to pursue a commercial pilot’s license with the intention of flying for an airline. For Raija Fiskum, however, it’s an opportunity to reach people…

Polk State’s PTA Program announces new application period, hosts several info sessions

Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program’s application period now begins earlier in the calendar year. To make sure those interested in the program know everything they need to, several information sessions are scheduled…

Polk State FallFest scheduled for Oct. 11

With fall classes underway at Polk State College, it won’t be long before campus is host to one of the events of the season. Polk State has scheduled its annual FallFest for Oct. 11 from…

Lee promoted to Polk State Director of Athletics

Polk State College Interim Director of Athletics Randy Lee is now the Director of Athletics. Lee was officially promoted on Tuesday. Lee has been with the College since January and had served as interim since February. “This is…

What Polk State students should know for the Fall 2025 Semester

With Fall 2025 Semester classes set to begin on Aug. 11, it’s important for Polk State College students to know how to access resources and get the help they need to succeed in their classes.…

Polk State announces tuition deadlines for Fall 2025 Semester

As the Fall 2025 Semester nears, students should ensure that all classes have been paid for. With classes beginning on Aug. 11, tuition and fees, all balances must be paid in full by Friday, Aug.…

Polk State places record 21 student-athletes on NJCAA All-Academic Team

Over the last two years, the number of Polk State student-athletes who qualified for the NJCAA All-Academic Team has more than doubled. After placing 10 for the 2022-23 Academic Year and 14 last year, the…

Polk State student and employee’s passion for The Arts brings department together

When Tori Cunningham arrived at Polk State College, she didn’t think her passion for art would ever be more than a hobby. After spending time at the College as a student and a part-time employee,…

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…