Polk State College, NASA partnership to send student work to space
Polk State College students are fabricating hardware for NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) to send to the International Space Station – a valuable experience, as well as an attractive resume addition, for those pursuing…
Polk State’s EMS Program steps up to fill Polk County Fire Rescue’s need for paramedics
When Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) approached Polk State about its need for paramedics, the College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program didn’t hesitate to figure out a way to put students on a fast track…
Polk State to host Countywide College Career Fair in partnership with Polk County’s colleges and universities
Polk State College will host the first annual Countywide College Career Fair on Friday, Sept. 28, organized by a Polk Vision/Central Florida Development Council Talent Pipeline Team subcommittee in partnership with Polk County’s colleges and…
TLCC’s Rex Rhoades was “go-to guy” for students, faculty, and staff
Rex Rhoades was the “go-to guy” for technical support in the Teaching Learning Computing Center (TLCC) on the Winter Haven Campus, always eager to lend a helping hand to students, faculty, and staff in need.…
Polk State College Foundation’s 9th annual Wine for Wisdom brings community together in support of students
More than 400 community members traveled to the “Mediterranean” for the Polk State College Foundation’s ninth annual Wine for Wisdom – the premier fundraiser for student scholarships. The Winter Haven Campus Health Center was transformed…
Governor reappoints Dorrell and Littleton to Polk State District Board of Trustees
Governor Rick Scott has reappointed Dan Dorrell and Greg Littleton to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees. Dorrell, who was recently appointed Chair, has served on the Board since 2011 and was reappointed…
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates The Essence of Music: La Música
Polk State College is kicking off its annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Wednesday, Sept. 12, with a variety of events that will allow students, faculty, staff, and guests to experience “The Essence of…
Criminal Justice student: Polk State saved my life
At Polk State College, Tanya Kozak has been told she can be anything she wants to be after years of being told she was nothing. Kozak received her Polk State Associate in Arts degree in…
Construction improvements on Winter Haven Campus signal increased support for students
Beginning Friday, Sept. 7, construction will start on renovations to create office space for new Student Success Advisors on the Winter Haven Campus. The Advising area of the Winter Haven Administration Building (WAD) will undergo…
Polk State College welcomes new CIO
Bob Stack has assumed the position of Chief Information Officer at Polk State College, bringing more than 25 years of experience to the institution amid its transition to a new Enterprise Resource System. Stack most…