Polk State College’s top headlines from 2018
Polk State College enjoyed another year full of success for students, faculty, staff, and the Polk County community. Polk State has proudly served the community since 1964, transforming lives by providing residents with quality higher…
POLKcast: Larry Pakowski shares his True Colors
When Dean of Student Services Larry Pakowski isn’t assisting students with navigating their college journeys, he’s helping others determine their “true colors” through the personality-identification system used by educational institutions, businesses, and government organizations as…
Polk State honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with annual event
Polk State College will celebrate the life, dream, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during its annual MLK Celebration luncheon – a community tradition that is 15 years strong. The luncheon titled “The…
Polk State College to launch aircraft dispatcher certification program
Polk State College is launching an aircraft dispatcher certification program in February 2019, directly responding to an industry need and offering an accelerated pathway for students to rewarding, high-wage careers. It will be the only…
Polk State’s Special Performance Series brings world-class entertainment to Polk County
Polk State College’s 2019 Special Performance Series offers something for everyone, from classical crossover, to Broadway, to rock ‘n’ roll cover bands. The upcoming series, which debuts Jan. 11, 2019, boasts six showstopping performances with…
Polk State receives map from Southeastern Geological Society as part of Maps in Schools Project
Polk State College’s Earth Science Program received a geological map of time and terrain from the Southeastern Geological Society, giving Earth Science students and faculty an insightful, colorful view of how the United States formed.…
GiveWell Community Foundation funds manikins for Polk State EMS
Polk State College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program is committed to providing realistic, interactive training that gives students and professionals the skills they need to be successful in the field, and thanks to a grant…
Peter Usinger wanted the best for Polk State College and colleagues
Peter Usinger was dedicated to his work in higher education and instilled in colleagues the value of being a lifelong learner. He served as Polk State College’s Director of Institutional Research, Effectiveness, and Planning from…
Steelcase Education Active Learning Classroom gives students resources they need to be 21st century educators
Polk State College recently unveiled its Steelcase Education Active Learning Classroom on the Lakeland Campus, giving students, faculty, staff, and representatives from other educational institutions a look at the transformed makerspace that enhances the College’s…
POLKcast: Mark Lillquist uses the force for good
Director of Purchasing Mark Lillquist joins POLKcast to talk about Star Wars and how he uses his interest in the epic space opera media franchise for good. As part of Star Wars costuming group 501st…
