African-American History Comes to Life at Polk State Lakeland Event
A few days ago, Kadaijah Simpson didn’t know much about influential actress Dorothy Dandridge, and she figured her fellow students knew even less. That’s why Simpson decided to portray Dandridge — the first African-American actress ever…
Polk State JD Alexander Center Kicks Off “Step-It-Up” Challenge
Polk State’s JD Alexander Center is encouraging students to “step it up.” The Center, in partnership with Polk State Winter Haven SALO, kicks off its Step-It-Up Challenge today. The eight-week challenge urges students to make…
Next Voices of the People Concert to Feature Works of Italian Artists
Polk State College’s Voices of the People performing arts series will have an Italian flair when it continues this weekend at the Polk State College Lake Wales Arts Center. Aus Italien: A Celebration of Italian…
Polk State Lakeland Students Begin Winter Break By Helping Others
More than a dozen Polk State Lakeland students spent the first night of winter break transforming a gym into a store where the less fortunate could buy gifts for their kids. The students, all members…
Voices of the People Concerts Continue with “America, America” at Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center
Polk State College’s Voices of the People concert series continues at 7 p.m. on Oct. 26 at the Lake Wales Arts Center with America, America, a performance that will combine the works of American composers…
Polk State Winter Haven to Host Breast Cancer Event
Polk State Winter Haven will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday at the WST Lawn, complete with games, prizes, free food and guest speakers. It’s all aimed…
Polk State Philosophy Club’s Fall Events Include Clothesline Project, Concert
The fall semester is halfway through, but Polk State’s Philosophy Club is just getting started on its busy slate of events. In October, the Club will host a Clothesline Project to raise awareness of domestic…
“Battle of the Bands” Features Polk State Entry
Their name is Trials. They’re rock. They’re indie. And they’ll be reppin’ Polk State at the United Way’s upcoming Battle of the Bands. The Battle of the Bands will take place at 5:30 p.m. on…
Volunteerism Event Offers Chance to Get Involved, Reap Benefits
An event with Polk State connections takes place this weekend, the message of which is this: If you’re not volunteering in your community, it’s time to start. Servapalooza Polk is planned for 9 a.m. to…
Club Rush Begins Monday; Membership Makes the College Experience
Polk State’s annual Club Rush kicks off on Monday, when students will have the chance to learn about — and join — dozens of clubs and organizations. College officials have a bit of advice for anyone within…