Polk State’s Gary Baker Honored for Reaching 35-Year Milestone
The longest-serving employee honored at Polk State’s annual convocation this week was art professor Gary Baker, who in his 35-year career has inspired countless aspiring artists, encouraging them to always see the possibilities in their…
Superstar Art Instructor Fills Gap at Polk
Polk State students will have a rare opportunity this semester to learn from accomplished artist Bob Morrissey, whose storied career at the College spanned more than four decades. “Bob Morrissey is an awesome font of…
Polk State Theatre Readies for “Landmark Season”
Four years ago, Paul Carbonell stood on the stage of Polk State’s Fine Arts Theatre, and saw possibilities stretching before him like the rows of multicolored seats in the cool auditorium. This was a department,…
Professor Is Music Department’s “Missing Piece”
In her five-year run as an adjunct professor, Michelle Manzi resurrected the Polk State Music Department’s emphasis on female vocals and established the ever-growing women’s chorus, Dolce Fiamma. So who could blame Director John Anderson…
Students Named Finalists in National Photography Contest
Two Polk State College students are finalists in Photographer Forum magazine’s 32nd Annual College & High School Photography Contest, a competition that attracted more than 17,000 entries. Lorenzo Johnson and Joseph Vega, both students of…
Expanded Art Courses to Be Offered in Lake Wales This Summer
Polk State College will offer an expanded array of art courses in Lake Wales this summer to serve both degree- and non-degree-seekers. “Polk State College is excited to bring these programs to the Lake Wales…
Music Majors to Present Final Projects, Including Films and Live Performances
Polk State music majors will be presenting their final projects on Tuesday, April 24. Anyone interested in a morning filled with musical performances and short films is invited to attend. Nineteen music students will share…
Music Department to Perform in Prestigious Festival
Polk State’s Jazz Band, Combo and Choir will perform Friday in the prestigious Port Orange Lakeside Jazz Festival, marking the first time the College has been included in the event. The Jazz Festival was established…
Basketry Class an Enduring Favorite for Students
Polk State College has offered its popular basket-weaving class for three decades. According to Professor Gary Baker, the class teaches much more than simply how to make baskets… Read the story in the Lake Wales News.
Over 55 Show Band to Perform April 28, 29
Polk State College will host the Over 55 Show Band at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, and Sunday, April 29, in the Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. The Over 55 Show Band is composed…