Polk State celebrates Mark G. Turner’s service to District Board of Trustees
At the May meeting of the Polk State College District Board of Trustees (DBOT), Mark G. Turner was thanked for his commitment to the College and its students as he ends over a decade of…
Polk State’s 2021-2022 Report to Community showcases success
Polk State College’s annual Report to Community highlights the successes of students, the hard work of faculty and staff, and the support the College receives from the community each year. The 2021 annual report is…
Polk State District Board of Trustees elects leadership for 2021-2022
Polk State College’s District Board of Trustees elected Ashley Bell Barnett as Chair and Greg Littleton as Vice-Chair for the 2021-2022 Academic Year on Monday during the DBOT’s annual reorganization meeting. The role of Chair…
Governor reappoints two Polk State District Board of Trustees members
Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Friday the reappointments of Teresa V. Martinez and Mark Turner to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees. They are continuing their service to the Board alongside Chair Cindy…
Polk State College receives national Hispanic-Serving Institution designation
The Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) recently designated Polk State College as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as the College’s Hispanic student population has reached 26 percent and continues to grow. Additionally, Polk State…
Polk State President Falconetti inducted as Chair of Florida College System Council of Presidents
Polk State College President Angela Garcia Falconetti was inducted in June as Chair of the Florida College System Council of Presidents for 2021-2022. The Council of Presidents (COP) is comprised of the presidents of Florida’s…
Polk State College thanks Polk County Legislative Delegation for support as Governor signs budget
After a year of extraordinary challenges, Polk State College received some very welcome news on Wednesday with Governor Ron DeSantis signing the state’s $99.5 billion 2021-2022 budget which boosts funds for the College. This year’s…
Polk State College’s Report to Community highlights successful year
Polk State College’s annual Report to Community highlights the successes of students, the hard work of faculty and staff, and the support the College receives from the community each year. The 2020 Report to Community…
Governor appoints members to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday the appointments of Ashley Bell Barnett, Greg Littleton, Teresa Martinez, and Mark Turner to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees. All members are continuing their service to the…
Polk State President receives 2020 ATHENA Leadership Award from Lakeland Chamber
Polk State College President Angela Garcia Falconetti recently received the 2020 ATHENA Leadership Award from the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce. The award honors women who strive toward the highest levels of personal and professional accomplishments,…