Acclaimed writer John Yamrus to speak at Polk State College on March 12
As part of its new Visiting Writers Program, the Polk State College Creative Writing Club will host nationally-known writer John Yamrus on March 12 from noon to 1 p.m. on the Lakeland Campus at 3425…
Chain O’ Lakes Big Band entertains at Polk State
The Chain O’ Lakes Big Band (formerly the Over 55 Show Band) performed Jan. 26, 2020 at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. Directed by Professor Don West, Polk State director of bands,…
Polk State Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Polk State celebrated the life, dream, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at its 16th annual MLK Luncheon Jan. 8, 2020, in Winter Haven. This year’s theme was “Justice and Equality for All: Building…
Polk State feels like home for new registrar
For Susan Desbrow, assuming the registrar’s position at Polk State College feels like home, although she’s not a Polk County native. “It is very much a family environment here at Polk State,” said Desbrow, who…
Enrollment for FASTRACK 2 and 12-week sessions still underway at Polk State
Spring 2020 is in full swing at Polk State College, and there is still time for students to enroll in FASTRACK 2 and 12-week sessions this semester. The 12-week session will begin Feb. 3. The…
Polk State to hold two commencement ceremonies for spring graduations
For the first time in its history, Polk State College will host two commencement ceremonies to cap off the Spring 2020 Semester. Due to the growing number of graduates participating in spring ceremonies, the College…
Aerospace holds first career fair
Polk State Aerospace held its first career fair Jan. 16, 2020, at Airside Center East in Lakeland. More than 100 attendees had the opportunity to discuss career options with 12 employers.
Longtime Polk State employee and math professor Jim Rhodes remembered for dedication to students and colleagues
Polk State College is mourning the loss of Jim Rhodes, a nearly 30-year employee whose positive impact has been felt throughout the College community. From assisting faculty with instructional technology to serving students as a…
Welcome Back Week
To start the spring semester, Polk State students enjoyed a variety of Welcome Back Week events Jan. 13-16, 2020, on the Lakeland and Winter Haven campuses.
POLKcast: Being SLIC with Chris Fullerton and Jarrod Jones
In the last episode of POLKcast season 2, Winter Haven Library and Teaching Learning Computing Center Director Chris Fullerton and Librarian Jarrod Jones share one of the newest resources available to students — the Student…
