
Walt Disney World Recognizes Polk State President Emerita

Walt Disney World Resort cast members who are alumni of Polk State College recently hosted a surprise reception to recognize Polk State President Emerita Eileen Holden for her decade-long service to both the College and…

Community Supports Students At 8th Annual Wine For Wisdom

Nearly 400 members of the community journeyed to “South Africa” on Friday for Polk State College Foundation’s eighth annual Wine for Wisdom – the premier fundraiser for student scholarships. The College gym was converted for…

Community Honors Holden With Key To City Of Lakeland

After a day of art and education, community members came together for a special reception honoring Polk State College President Emerita Eileen Holden with kind words from fellow leaders and a key to the City…

Lake Wales Proclaims Polk State JD Alexander Center Recognition Day

The City of Lake Wales recognized Polk State College, the Polk State JD Alexander Center, and Director Andy Oguntola for their commitment to the community during the Tuesday, Sept. 19, City Commission meeting. Mayor Eugene…

Polk State Collecting Items For Harvey Victims

Polk State College’s Student Activities and Leadership Office (SALO) is leading the Eagles for Texans Donation Drive to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey. SALO is collecting bottled water, nonperishable foods, toiletries, clothes, and bedding…

District Board of Trustees Appoints New Leadership

Polk State College’s District Board of Trustees elected a new chairman and vice-chairman during its annual reorganization meeting Monday, which was also President Angela Garcia Falconetti’s first Board meeting. Mark Turner, who previously served as…

Polk State College “Start Right” Campaign Supports the Lake Wales Community

The Polk State College Foundation, in coordination with the Polk State JD Alexander Center, is excited to announce the Polk State Start Right Campaign: School Supply Giveaway. The event will be held Saturday, July 29…

Polk State District Board of Trustees, Community Members, Faculty, Staff and Students Honor Dr. Eileen Holden

During the June Polk State College District Board of Trustees (DBOT) meeting, the Trustees completed a major feat— surprising retiring President Eileen Holden. In honor of Dr. Holden’s eleven and a half years of service…

Polk State College Declares Victory Over Budget Cuts

Polk State College President Eileen Holden declared victory Friday afternoon just before the close of the Florida Legislative Special Session. In an email sent to Polk State College supporters, Holden said: “Thanks to your advocacy,…

Commencement Countdown: Passionate About Their Communities, These Graduates Serve As An Example For All

Polk State College will celebrate its 116th commencement ceremony May 4 at 6:30 p.m. at The Lakeland Center. As graduation nears, News@Polk will profile graduates to learn more about the paths they took to the commencement stage,…