Community Supports Students At 8th Annual Wine For Wisdom
Nearly 400 members of the community journeyed to “South Africa” on Friday for Polk State College Foundation’s eighth annual Wine for Wisdom – the premier fundraiser for student scholarships. The College gym was converted for…
Community Honors Holden With Key To City Of Lakeland
After a day of art and education, community members came together for a special reception honoring Polk State College President Emerita Eileen Holden with kind words from fellow leaders and a key to the City…
Lake Wales Proclaims Polk State JD Alexander Center Recognition Day
The City of Lake Wales recognized Polk State College, the Polk State JD Alexander Center, and Director Andy Oguntola for their commitment to the community during the Tuesday, Sept. 19, City Commission meeting. Mayor Eugene…
Lakeland Collegiate Community Service Fair Connects Students, Organizations
Students from Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School’s junior class eagerly swarmed the Student Center, where they met representatives from local volunteer organizations during the school’s first Community Service Fair. They learned about United Way…
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrates La Familia
Although Hurricane Irma postponed the Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off event that has traditionally marked the beginning of the a month-long celebration, events are scheduled through Oct. 28 to celebrate the 13th annual Hispanic Heritage Month…
Polk State College Day At Polk Museum Of Art At Florida Southern College
Students from Polk State and Florida Southern colleges will engage in a day-long series of art education programs at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College on Tuesday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m.…
SALO To Hold DACA Info Sessions
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced Tuesday, Sept. 5, that the Trump Administration is ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program implemented by the Obama Administration in 2012. Under DACA, those who immigrated…
Learning Lounge: Snacks, Swag, And Tips For Students
Students popped in for some popcorn and left with some knowledge Tuesday at the Lakeland Student Center. They participated in the semester’s first “Learning Lounge” session, which focused on ways students can obtain their degrees…
Polk State Collecting Items For Harvey Victims
Polk State College’s Student Activities and Leadership Office (SALO) is leading the Eagles for Texans Donation Drive to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey. SALO is collecting bottled water, nonperishable foods, toiletries, clothes, and bedding…
Polk State College Sees Steady Increase In Enrollment
Fall enrollment is up this year from last at Polk State College, and a focus on engaging and retaining first-year students is to thank. Enrollment is 1.1 percent higher for the start of the 2017-18…