
Winter Haven celebrates Polk State’s 50th anniversary

The City of Winter Haven celebrated Polk State’s 50th anniversary Sept. 4 with a stroll through downtown, a proclamation from the mayor, and entertainment by Polk State students.
Polk’s Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Underway, Events Include Exhibits, Movie, Fiesta
Polk State College’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration is underway, with a busy schedule of events that includes art exhibits, a movie night, and the always-popular Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Fiesta. Hispanic Heritage Month is one…

Polk State President Takes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge


Polk State Lake Wales Hosting Two Performances by Independent Instrumental Band Songs of Water

Polk State Lake Wales will host two performances by Songs of Water, a seven-piece instrumental ensemble that draws its inspiration from ancient cultures and lands around the world. The first performance will be from 12:30…

Polk State’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Will Be Sept. 4 in Downtown Winter Haven

The City of Winter Haven, Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Winter Haven are hosting a 50th anniversary celebration for Polk State College this Thursday, Sept. 4. The event begins at 5:15…

Polk State Voices of the People Concert Series to Open Third Season with Two Piano Quintets

Polk State College’s Voices of the People concert series will kick off its third season Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. Voices of the People is a joint…

Polk State Lake Wales Hosting New Country Artist John Miller for Lunchtime Concert

Polk State Lake Wales will host a lunchtime concert by new country artist John Miller from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. on Sept. 3 at the Polk State JD Alexander Center, 152 E. Central Ave. in…

Polk State’s ELITE Leadership Program Now Taking Applications for Class VIII

Polk State’s ELITE Educational Leadership Enhancement Program, which has contributed to nearly two-dozen promotions, numerous college-wide initiatives, and a newly established scholarship fund for students, is now taking applications for its eighth class. “It is…

Polk State District Board of Trustees Elects Dan Dorrell as Chair, Teresa Martinez as Vice Chair

Fifty years ago, Dan Dorrell was one of Polk State College’s first students. Now he’s the leader of its District Board of Trustees. Dorrell, who enrolled at Polk State when it opened its doors in…

Polk State Hosting Lakeland-based Photographer Thomas Mack for September Exhibit

Polk State College will host an exhibit by Lakeland-based photographer Thomas K. Mack. Mack’s photos will be on display Sept. 2-25 at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery, 999 Ave. H N.E. in…