Polk State College exercises preparedness and continues to monitor coronavirus
Polk State College is closely monitoring news and information regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19), with College officials working closely with Polk County and the State of Florida and following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control…
Polk State College is monitoring news and information about coronavirus
Polk State College is closely monitoring news and information regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19). College officials are working closely with Polk County and the State of Florida to monitor the situation and are following guidelines from…
Campus Security Top Priority for Polk State College
Like institutions of learning across the country, in light of the recent tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Broward County, Polk State College’s administration and security officials are tirelessly reviewing security measures and…
Polk State Thanks Its Hurricane Heroes
When students, faculty, and staff returned to Polk State College after Hurricane Irma closed campuses for 10 days, it was like the Category 2 storm with 115 mph wind gusts never came through. That’s because…
Post-Hurricane Irma FAQ For Students
Here are answers to frequently asked questions about the affects of Hurricane Irma on classes, testing, financial aid, and more. Q: I missed the deadline to register for a 12-week class. What can I do?…
Classes To Resume Monday, Sept. 18
Polk State College and the collegiate high schools will resume classes Monday, Sept. 18. To ensure a safe and comfortable return to classes following Hurricane Irma, the College asks that students continue to check polk.edu,…
Classes To Resume Monday, Sept. 18
Due to widespread power outages and challenges with safe access to some of Polk State College’s campuses and centers, College officials have extended the closure of the College and the collegiate high schools for classes…
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…
Polk State Students: Stay Safe After Dark with These Tips
With Sunday’s time change, it’s dark by 6 p.m. — just when a lot of students are walking to class. Here, News@Polk reminds students of steps they can take to stay safe on campus after…
New Head of Security is a Polk State Alumnus and 19-Year Veteran of Sheriff’s Office
Effective Aug. 18, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Bobby Neil is now the head of security at Polk State College. Neil will supervise all aspects of the College’s security efforts, including maintaining security and…