Polk State’s Voices of the People Concert Series Presents “Deconstructing Beauty” on Sept. 12
Polk State College’s Voices of the People concert series will begin its 2015-16 season with “Deconstructing Beauty,” featuring the music of Brahms, Rochberg, and other composers who will challenge attendees’ conceptions of beauty. Voices of…
Five Questions With Pairris Jones: How “My Plan” Is Helping Students Pick and Prepare for Their Careers
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” For kids, answers to that question come easily. Firefighter, teacher, policeman, astronaut, princess, rock star. Anything is possible, and there are no consequences for making…
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…
Through Free Training Program at Polk State, Students Can Earn Certifications in Manufactured Construction, Get a Job Interview
A free program at Polk State College will allow participants to earn nationally recognized certifications in the booming manufactured construction industry. “There are employers right here in our area who need these certifications and skills.…
Polk State Receives State Board of Education Approval for Two New Bachelors’ Degrees
During its meeting Wednesday in Gainesville, the State Board of Education (SBE) unanimously approved Polk State College’s plan to launch two new bachelors’ degrees in education. “We couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome…
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…
AT&T Presents $25,000 Check to Polk State College Foundation, Money Will Benefit Gateway Program
AT&T presented a $25,000 check to the Polk State College Foundation to support Polk State Lakeland Gateway to College Collegiate High School during Monday’s District Board of Trustees meeting in Winter Haven. “One of the things…
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…
First Flight Convocations for Students
More than 1,000 incoming freshman prepared to take flight and soar to success at Polk State’s First Flight Convocations Aug. 20 and 21 on the Winter Haven and Lakeland campuses.
