Polk State to launch Commercial Vehicle Driving Program thanks to $2 million FloridaCommerce Florida Job Growth Grant
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Polk State College as one of several institutions to receive FloridaCommerce Florida Job Growth Grants in Jacksonville today in areas including aerospace, maritime defense and commercial transportation. At Polk State, the…
Republic Airways Cadet program sets Polk State Aerospace students on path to meaningful careers
When graduate An Nguyen became the first student ambassador at Polk State College for the Republic Airways RJet Cadet Program, it had just two members. Since then, the program has grown to nine members at…
Polk State College to host Constitution Day events with Senator Osgood, Congressman Donalds
UPDATE 9/11/26: Polk State College will host U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds (R) and Florida Senator Rosalind Osgood (D) for Constitution Day on September 17. The times of their keynotes have changed: Donalds will serve as the…
Polk State College adopts institutional neutrality statement
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees adopted an institutional neutrality statement during its Monday meeting aimed at reinforcing the College’s educational mission. The statement maintains a neutral position on matters unrelated to the…
Polk State College District Board of Trustees elects leadership for 2026-2027
The Polk State College District Board of Trustees elected its 2026-2027 leadership during its Monday meeting, where Ann Barnhart completed her service as Chair. Greg Littleton, who served as Vice Chair, was elected as the…
Polk State Dean Sylvester Little remembered for steadfast commitment to student success
Sylvester Little served Polk State College for more than half of the College’s history. Despite being retired for more than five years, his impact on Polk State was felt by many and is still present…
Polk State Career Services announces events for Fall 2026 Semester
Polk State College’s Career Services Department will host events on the Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses during the Fall 2026 Semester aimed to help students bolster resumes and make contact with employers and universities. Students…
Polk State OTA application period open through Sept. 30
The Polk State College Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program’s application period opened this week and will remain open through Sept. 30. Prospective applicants should review the How to Apply information and note that they must be admitted…
Polk State alumnus promoted to Lakeland Utilities Director
Joseph “Joe” Costine had little trouble breaking into the world of utilities. His ability to move up the ladder in his field, however, can be partially attributed to Polk State College’s affordability and flexibility. Last…
Polk State Network Systems student lands prestigious internship with DoW
At just 19 years old, Polk State College student Angel Vazquez never would have guessed he would be working alongside some of the brightest minds in the U.S. government’s largest agency. Earlier this spring, Vazquez…
