Polk State honors two faculty with Endowed Teaching Chair distinction Polk State College has named two faculty members as recipients of its prestigious Endowed Teaching Chair, a distinction that recognizes excellence in instruction and innovation in the classroom. This year’s honorees are Maggie Chaffin, Professor of Nursing, and Dr. Austin Zekeri, Professor of Accounting and […]
Twanna “T-Fay” Dewdney, a local business owner, community activist and Polk State College Alumni Association board member, received the Banker’s Cup Citizens of the Year Award at this year’s Celebrate Winter Haven gala. Dewdney’s list of accomplishments is long. She is a Polk State Distinguished Alumni, is active in her church, participates in prison ministry
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With help from the Polk State College Foundation, Kaitlyn Wright is building a future in nursing and setting a new path for her family. When Kaitlyn Wright received her acceptance letter to Polk State College’s Nursing Program in the summer of 2024, she was stunned. “I could not believe it,” she said. “The day had
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Polk State College is hosting its Ready to Soar event on August 2 at the JD Alexander Center in Lake Wales to provide students and families with support and resources as the new school year begins, including up to 500 backpacks and 1,500 books. Polk State College’s Ready to Soar Backpack, book, and school supply
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At the May meeting of the Polk State College Foundation Board of Directors, Tucker Paving and Tucker Companies CEO Chip Tucker announced a $55,000 investment into the future of Polk County through a new partnership with Polk State College. This investment marks the launch of the Tucker Paving Employee Scholarship, a program rooted in the
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Polk State College marked its 60th diamond anniversary with a memorable A Night of Legacy gala, celebrating the institution’s longstanding commitment to education and community development. The evening, hosted by the Polk State College Foundation and presenting sponsor Citizens Bank & Trust, was filled with inspiring testimonials, heartfelt acknowledgments, and exciting announcements about the future of the
Resilience, determination, and a deep-rooted passion have driven Katelyn Lain to excel in Polk State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Lain, 24, a graduate of Bob Jones University and fourth-generation Lakelander, returned to Polk County after a sports injury. Lain is a dedicated student and an avid athlete, running collegiate cross country and participating in
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Polk State College Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to March 14 The Polk State College Foundation has extended the application period for scholarships for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. Originally set to close on February 28, the new deadline is now March 14. The Foundation awards approximately $1.2 million in scholarships annually. Students can visit polk.academicworks.com to create
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The number of Polk State College alumni is a growing network of 60,000 graduates, many of whom work to inspire current students to achieve their potential. Nikki Smith, an entrepreneur, Polk State Foundation Board member, and Immediate Past President of the Alumni Association, founded the speed meetings event held each semester to connect with students and