Polk State Presents Concert By Music Professor Who Plays to Encourage Others
The Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center will present a free concert by pianist Jonathan Reed, who infuses hope into every note he plays — even the ones he can’t hear. Reed began playing the…
To Help Students Succeed, Polk State Offering SOAR Sessions on Lakeland, Winter Haven Campuses
Polk State faculty members at both the Lakeland and Winter Haven campuses will be leading a series of workshops this fall, all aimed at helping students succeed in college. “Transitioning from high school to…
Polk State Hosting Almost There Band and Violinist Daniel Davis for Performances in September
Polk State College will host cover band Almost There and contemporary violinist Daniel Davis for performances in early September. The four-member Almost There band has toured throughout the United States, opening for acts including…
Polk State Lakeland Career Development Services Fall Events Include Sessions on Scholarships, Social Media
Polk State Lakeland’s Career Development Services has numerous events planned for the fall semester, all intended to help students get ready for the professional world. “Each workshop and event is designed to empower our students…
Polk State Winter Haven Exhibit to Feature Work of Tampa Painter Bruce Ferguson
The work of Tampa-based artist Bruce Ferguson will be on display at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery from Aug. 31 to Sept. 24. Finding inspiration in the natural beauty of the Tampa…
Polk State’s High Schools Celebrate Classes of 2015
Polk State College’s three high schools are in the midst of celebrating their 2015 commencement ceremonies. Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School held its graduation Friday evening. The ceremony featured alumna and…
Polk State Aerospace Program Open House is June 8
Polk State College’s Aerospace program will host an open house event on June 8 at 6 p.m. at the Polk State Airside Center, 3515 Aviation Drive in South Lakeland. At the event, Program Director Eric…
State Education Commissioner to Be Featured Guest at Polk State’s College and Career Readiness Summit
Florida Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart will be the special guest at Polk State College’s College and Career Readiness Summit. The event takes place at 11 a.m. on May 21 in room LTB 1100 at…
Polk State’s 112th Commencement Ceremony Is May 7; Award-Winning Artist to Give Remarks, Receive Distinguished Alumnus Award
Polk State College’s 112th commencement ceremony will take place at 6:30 p.m. on May 7 at The Lakeland Center. The ceremony will feature remarks by Thomas Brooks, who will receive the College’s Distinguished Alumnus Award. A…
Polk State Music to Present Masterworks Concert on May 2, 3
Polk State Music’s 2014-15 season culminates May 2 and 3, when the program will present its annual Masterworks Concert. “The bottom line is that this concert will feature the most challenging and academic, yet entertaining,…