Polk State’s Open-Entry, Early-Exit Degree Program Helps Students Get Education on Their Own Terms
When he left his native Nigeria for the United States, Johnson Olaitan had a singular aim: to build a better life for himself and his family — and fast. He settled in Polk County, enrolled…
Polk State Symphonic Band to Perform March 15
Polk State College’s Symphonic Band will present a chamber music concert at 7 p.m. on March 15 at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, 999 Ave. H N.E. Directed by Don West, the…
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate Alumnus Turned Political Candidate: “You Have the Chance to Impact a Life”
A 2014 Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School graduate returned to campus Wednesday morning to share with current students his experiences working with the Hillary Clinton campaign and his reasons for pursuing his…
Sand Volleyball Court
Polk State held the inaugural event on its new sand volleyball court Feb. 26, 2016, with a tournament featuring all five Suncoast Conference teams. Located on the Winter Haven campus, the new court was built…
Annual Golf Tournament Benefits Students
More than 88 golfers teed off in the Polk State College Foundation’s 24th annual William N. Ryan Memorial Golf Classic, presented by A.D. Morgan Corporation in partnership with MidAmerica Administrative and Retirement Solutions, Inc. Feb.…
Polk State Aerospace Honored at Lakeland Mayor’s Breakfast
Polk State Aerospace was honored during Tuesday’s 3rd Annual Lakeland Mayor’s Breakfast at SUN ‘n FUN for its contributions to aviation education and industry. More than 200 attendees were on hand to hear Lakeland Mayor…
Relay for Life
Polk State held its first Relay For Life on March 4, 2016, at the Winter Haven campus. The event raises awareness about cancer, celebrates cancer survivors, and honors those who have lost their lives to…
Polk State Mourns Former Trustee Neriah Roberts
Neriah Roberts, who served as a member of Polk State’s District Board of Trustees for 12 years, and who is described as a trailblazer, mentor, selfless friend, and tireless advocate of education and his community,…
FIRST LEGO League Central Florida Regional Championship
Forty-eight teams from eight counties competed in the FIRST LEGO League Central Florida Regional Championship at Polk State College on the Winter Haven campus on Sunday, February 28, 2016.
Polk State to Host Libby Skala for One-Woman Show, “Lilia!”
Critically acclaimed writer and performer Libby Skala will once again bring her talents to Polk State College. Skala is scheduled to perform her award-winning one-woman show, “Lilia!,” at Polk State on March 4, 5, 10…
