National Public Safety Innovation Academy prepares law enforcement and corrections for next step in careers
Launched in September at Polk State College’s Center for Public Safety in partnership with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the National Public Safety Innovation Academy (NIA) gives law enforcement and corrections staff the tools they…
Sheriff’s deputy pursues dream of flying for law enforcement at Polk State Aerospace
Odalys Hurtado describes one of her biggest challenges as being a petite female in the law enforcement profession, but her ambition is greater than her stature, inspiring her to become a pilot so that she…
Polk State students learn about opportunities at Duke Energy Academy
As Polk State College President Angela Garcia Falconetti put it in her opening remarks, the Nov. 4 Duke Energy Academy was intended to provide a spark. Representatives for Duke Energy spent the day at the…
Polk State Education grad “finally passed” reading certification, becomes intensive reading teacher & role model for students
Lauren Lightsey teaches intensive reading at Lake Wales High School, where she can relate firsthand to her students because she, too, struggled with mastering the reading curriculum. She completed the Educator Preparation Institute at Polk…
Pep rally for Polk State Soccer set for Tuesday
For the first time since 2009, Polk State Soccer is bound for the final site of the national NJCAA Tournament. To see the Eagles off as they soar to Evans, Ga., Polk State College will…
Polk State Flight Team soars to nationals
The Polk State Flight Team has earned a spot in the 2023 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON). Polk State placed second in flight events and third overall in the…
Polk State College adds $215.5 million to Polk County economy
A recent study asserts that even during the midst of a global pandemic, Polk State College’s credit programs add $215.5 million in total income to the Polk County economy. The College commissioned a study by…
Enrollment is open for the Spring 2023 Semester at Polk State
Enrollment is open at Polk State College for the Spring 2023 Semester, which will begin on January 9. Currently enrolled students can register for classes in Passport. Prospective students must submit a free online application…
Polk State, local organizations showcase careers in manufacturing to local students
Earlier this month, more than 10 organizations, including Polk State College, informed local high school students about the opportunities and benefits available in manufacturing. This year’s Manufacturing Day Virtual Tour had more than 300 high…
5 questions with Andrew Tew: Program Coordinator making immediate impact for Athletics
Program Coordinator for Athletics Andrew Tew joined Polk State College in March. During his brief time in the Athletics Department, Tew has played an instrumental role in modernizing the College’s athletics site, promoting the athletics…