opinion

As Polk County, the nation and the world continue to respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency, many are focused on recovery from the pandemic, including Polk State College and its community partners.

Polk State is proud to serve as Polk County’s largest institution of higher education, and the College is committed to the critical role it plays in helping to cushion the health and economic impacts of the pandemic through quality higher education, exceptional workforce training and powerful partnerships with industry leaders to ensure Polk State’s finger remains on the pulse of the community’s needs.

Polk State is thankful for pivotal partners including Legoland Florida Resort, Nucor Steel Florida and local healthcare organizations who continue to work diligently to contribute to the growth and economic development of Polk County. Through these unprecedented times and challenges brought on by the pandemic, these companies have acted swiftly to ensure health