Polk State graduate hopes research inspires others to pursue passion for STEM
For recent Polk State College graduate Dylan Brown, mathematics is an exciting subject that he is beginning to explore through research. Brown hopes to inspire other Polk State students to use research as a way…
Governor appoints Barnhart & Troutman, reappoints Littleton, Barnett & Ross to Polk State District Board of Trustees
Governor Ron DeSantis has reappointed Greg Littleton, Ashley Bell Barnett, and Cindy Hartley Ross to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees and announced newly appointed trustees, Ann Barnhart and Ashley Troutman. They will…
Polk State student, staff member win awards at statewide conference
Florida Association of Colleges & Employers (FloridaACE) presents five awards each year at its annual conference. This year, Polk State College was well represented with two honorees. Adam Tawfik, 21, was announced as the winner…
Polk State expands CNC technology & training through ACE grant
With the help of a $400,000 grant from America’s Cutting Edge (ACE), Polk State College’s Corporate College has the latest technology, can serve more students, and fill the need for more computer numeric control machine…
Polk State will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day
Polk State College will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Classes will not be taking place and most services will not be available. However, individuals who need assistance may email:…
Polk State’s Fall 2023 Semester starts August 14: ENROLL NOW
Enrollment is open for the Fall 2023 Semester at Polk State College which will start on August 14. Currently enrolled Polk State students can register for classes in Passport. Prospective students can submit a free online application to…
Enroll now in Polk State’s Crime Science Investigations concentration
Polk State College is launching a concentration in Crime Scene Investigations within its Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program. Registration is already taking place for classes that will start on August 14 for…
Polk State College maintains operating budget and receives funding for Lakeland renovations
The General Appropriations Bill was signed Thursday morning and Polk State College’s operating budget was maintained. The College was also allocated $6.1 million to begin renovations of the Lakeland Academic Center, a $12.2 million project.…
NFL Stadium, Hard Rock part of unique hands-on experience for NIA participants
The National Public Safety Innovation Academy offers participants a truly unique experience. In addition to learning from nationally renowned subject matter experts over the eight-week executive-level STEM-based program, participants take part in specially curated, hands-on…
Polk State to test emergency alert system on June 16
In a continued effort to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff, Polk State College will be conducting a test of its Everbridge mass alert system on Friday, June 16, at 9 a.m. All active…
