Polk State Human Library™ events will bring stories to life, break down stereotypes
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, and in April, Polk State College students, faculty, and staff will promote this idiom by participating in Human Library™ events to encourage dialogue, challenge stereotypes,…
Polk State College welcomes students from closed Argosy University
With the recent and short-noticed closure of Argosy University campuses across the country, Polk State College is offering assistance to students interested in transferring to continue their higher education. Argosy University Tampa alone served approximately…
Polk State College to close March 25 – 31 for spring break
Polk State College will be closed from Monday, March 25, through Sunday, March 31, for spring break. When students return Monday, April 1, enrollment for the summer and fall 2019 semesters will open for those…
Florida TaxWatch releases independent assessment of the economic impacts of the Florida College System
The Florida TaxWatch, an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit taxpayer research institute, and government watchdog, announced at a press conference the results of their independent assessment of the economic impacts of the Florida College System. The research…
Polk State receives grant to launch Math Equity Institute, improve Black male performance in developmental math
Polk State College will launch its Math Equity Institute in summer 2019, providing faculty who teach developmental mathematics courses with professional development opportunities and strategic initiatives to improve equity and success for Black male students.…
Enrollment for summer and fall starts in April
Enrollment for the summer and fall 2019 semesters at Polk State College will start when students return from spring break. Priority registration will begin April 1 for students who have completed 30 credit hours or…
OTA tips on overcoming anxiety, reaching student success during midterms
The middle of the college semester is usually synonymous with increasing stress. With projects and papers due, research, exams, and homework, it is challenging to find time for anything else. Did you know that research…
Tickets now required, but free, for Polk State graduations
Polk State College graduation ceremonies will now be free ticketed events, beginning with the May 2 Spring 2019 Commencement. Students who submit spring 2019 graduation applications indicating “yes” for commencement participation by April 1, the…
Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate’s new principal is dedicated to maintaining performance, promoting inclusiveness
Keith Bonney says it’s tough coming in after Tom Brady. It may be even harder coming in after Bridget Fetter, he jokes. Fetter, the founding principal of Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School,…
Polk State College celebrates Women’s History Month
Polk State College kicked off its celebration of Women’s History Month this week and will host events at the Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses to honor and empower women. The Office of Equity, Diversity, and…