
Polk State prepares for hurricane season

Polk State College officials are urging students and employees to prepare for possible storms with the start of hurricane season. Polk State advises students and employees to log in to PASSPORT and check under “My…

U.S. Congressman Soto inspires students with visit to Polk State College

Polk State College students were eager to hear U.S. Congressman Darren Soto’s advice on how they can have their voices heard and he was happy to share some inspiration with those he is passionate about…

Polk State Nursing application is experiencing technical difficulties

Polk State College is experiencing technical difficulties with processing its applications for the Nursing Program. Applicants are asked to email registrar@polk.edu with their names, student ID numbers, and descriptions of the technical difficulties they may…

From four wins to 20, Polk State Softball celebrates successful year

In her first season as head coach of Polk State softball, Donna Byars took over an inexperienced team with just one sophomore. The 2018 squad struggled to win games, finishing the season with a 4-38…

Polk State biology professor enrolls in EMS Program to become better instructor for students, finishes top of his class

Polk State College biology and physiology professor Jeffrey Orasky has taught at the College for nearly seven years and many students from Polk State’s Emergency Medical Services Program have come through his classroom. To learn…

Graduate with disability: Polk State is a godsend for students like me

Like most high school students, graduating felt bittersweet for Hope LaMond, who was nervous about college but eager to gain some freedom. She was no stranger to Polk State College, where at six years old…

Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate valedictorian and salutatorian succeed in academics, extracurriculars & community service

Gabrielle McLaren and Jessica Luongo have succeeded not only academically, but also in their extracurriculars and community service at Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School, building foundations they need to positively impact mankind…

Polk State will be closed for Memorial Day

Polk State College will be closed Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Saturday classes will take place as scheduled, and registration will continue for summer and fall semesters. Students who are registering for…

Polk State JD Alexander Center Director receives Community Leadership Award from Lake Wales Chamber & EDC

Andy Oguntola doesn’t believe he should be rewarded for his community service because it’s something he feels he’s supposed to do, but he is nevertheless grateful to receive the Community Leadership Award from the Lake…

Polk State Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate valedictorian and salutatorian aspire to become doctors

Mareli Perez and Molly Mines aspire to have “doctor” in front of their names one day, and they are both on the right track as they graduate Wednesday as valedictorian and salutatorian of Polk State…


