New Sand Volleyball Court to Benefit Polk State Players, Community
A new sand volleyball court on the Winter Haven campus will not only help Polk State volleyball players sharpen their skills but also provide an attractive venue for local tournaments. Assistant Coach Ashley Hass says…
Retired Professor Donates a Portion of Her “Jeopardy!” Winnings to Polk State College Foundation
A retired Polk State College professor who won more than $10,000 on the game show “Jeopardy!” has donated a portion of her winnings to the Polk State College Foundation. “It’s to give students the opportunity…
Winter Haven Church Pledges $10,000 to Polk State’s My Brother’s Keeper
Polk State College’s My Brother’s Keeper has received a $10,000 pledge from Winter Haven’s Hope Presbyterian Church. It is the largest monetary donation in My Brother’s Keeper’s three-year history. “I am ecstatic, absolutely, positively ecstatic,”…
Florida Teacher of Year Christie Bassett “Very Thankful” for Polk State College
As Florida’s 2015 Teacher of the Year, Christie Bassett is often asked about her own educational background, and each time the question is posed, she proudly shares her status as a Polk State alumna. “I’m…
Gary Baker Memorial Art Exhibition: “This is What He Would Have Wanted”
The exhibit currently on display at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery will stir emotions and memories for many, but none will experience it in quite the same way as Sydney Bovino and…
Gary Baker Memorial Art Exhibition Begins March 16, Work of Beloved Professor Available for Purchase to Benefit Student Scholarships
The work of one of Polk State College’s longest serving — and most beloved — professors will be on display through late April. Gary Baker taught art at the College for 37 years before retiring…
Annual Golf Tournament Benefits Polk State Students
More than 90 golfers teed off in the Polk State College Foundation‘s 23rd annual William N. Ryan Memorial Golf Classic, presented by A.D. Morgan Corp. in partnership with MidAmerica Administrative and Retirement Solutions, Inc. Jan.…
MLK Luncheon Speaker: “I Am a Living Example that Dreams Do Begin at Polk State”
During his rousing address at Polk State’s 11th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Luncheon, alumnus Anthony James extolled the power of higher education, mentorship — and, most of all, dreams. “Never give up…
Visual Arts Alumnus: “Polk State Was a Beginning, and Without It, I Wouldn’t Be Where I am Today”
In the 50-year history of Polk State College, there are thousands of stories of alumni who have achieved success in the health sciences or public safety or business. More rare are stories like that of Sam Romero,…
Polk State Lakeland Honors Veterans, Winter Haven Event is Tuesday
Polk State Lakeland paused Monday to honor veterans, thank them for their service and sacrifice, and remind them that the College is ready to help as they transition to the classroom. “Thank you for your service…