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On this Veterans Day, we highlight one of our many dedicated veterans who is now a Polk State College student. Meet Oscar McElroy: https://t.co/B8yXeoxbYw

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“Veterans are American citizens who gave more to their country than they ever took from it. It is an honor to have been a veteran. Today, tomorrow, the next day, and in the weeks and years to come, I urge you all to find a veteran – a fellow classmate, someone at the grocery store, in your church, in your families – and let them know you recognize them because they’re a veteran and let them know you appreciate them for what they did during their time in their service.”

Maj. Gen. James S. “Hammer” Hartsell, Executive Director of @FLVetsAffairs, shared his experience and appreciation at Polk State on Tuesday during the College's event honoring veterans.

Thank you, veterans, service members, and military families, for your sacrifices for our country and freedoms.

[Anastasios Kamoutsas @StasiKamoutsas]

On the 251st birthday of @USMC and in observance of Veterans Day, it was truly an honor to have retired Maj. Gen. James S. “Hammer” Hartsell, Executive Director of @FLVetsAffairs, speak to the @PolkState community and remind us of the courage, service, and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans and military members.

It is those sacrifices that allow us as Americans to enjoy freedoms and opportunities, including those afforded through education. Polk State is proud to be recognized as an @EducationFL Collegiate Purple Star Campus, which recognizes our continued commitment to supporting our veterans and military families.

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Polk State holds Veterans Day event to recognize service with keynote speaker Maj. Gen. James S. “Hammer” Hartsell, Executive Director of the @FLVetsAffairs https://t.co/z5C0kY0fBJ

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Come near or come far, come as you are! Polk State presents Seussical the Musical https://t.co/9lJQiY50Gs

Performances run November 13 through 15, and November 19 through 22, at the Polk State Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, 999 Ave. H N.E.

Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays.

Admission is free for all K-12 and college students, and Polk State faculty and staff with their College IDs. Tickets are $10 for the public at https://t.co/jQd8MmcXBP.

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President @StasiKamoutsas and Polk State graduate Alisha Hinton connected today ahead of this Friday’s premier of the documentary Women Incarcerated: Strands of Hope. Emmy Award-winning filmmaker @karinamichel features Hinton’s work in the @PolkCoSheriff Jail through her business and nonprofit.

A screening will be held at Polk State’s Center for Public Safety on November 13 at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited and registration is required: https://t.co/8dkBMz9QoZ

Come out to be inspired and to support a proud Polk State alum!

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⏰ Register now for the Spring 2027 Semester at Polk State College https://t.co/NrW38QUqUH

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I am proud to announce Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia (@GovGoneWild) as @PolkState’s keynote speaker for the College’s 135th commencement ceremony on December 2.

His insights from his service and career will offer our graduates a compelling example of leadership grounded in both private enterprise and public service.

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Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia to serve as Distinguished Guest at Polk State’s 135th Commencement https://t.co/lhCq5GwLl8

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Today, we recognize Victims of Communism Day and remember the more than 100 million lives lost to communist regimes.

This week, @PolkState held its inaugural observance with Cuban exile and award-winning author, @OGutierrezCuba, who addressed more than 200 students, employees, and community members about the human cost of totalitarianism and the irreplaceable value of freedom.

It is critical that students learn from those with lived experiences and that we emphasize the importance of engaged citizenship.

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On Victims of Communism Day, Polk State recognizes the millions who lost their lives under communist regimes and reaffirms the College’s commitment to teaching the value of freedom.

Polk State hosted its inaugural observance of Victims of Communism Day on Thursday with Cuban exile and co-founder of the Cuban Democratic Directorate, @OGutierrezCuba.

More than 200 students, employees, and community members had the opportunity to learn from his lived experiences and the importance of engaged citizenship.

[Florida Department of Education @EducationFL]

INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF AGRICULTURE.

@PolkState has been awarded a Workforce Capitalization Fund Grant that will expand dual enrollment opportunities—and give students real, hands-on experience with emerging agricultural technology, including drones.

Florida is NUMBER ONE for workforce education, and we’re committed to keeping our state at the top through investments like this.

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✈️ Join Polk State College for its inaugural Aerospace Symposium with industry leaders https://t.co/7O3iQdSPNR

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An incredible reminder on the importance of liberty resting on reason. Don't be fooled - be informed. 🦅💪🏻👊🏻

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Faculty Focus: LaTrice Moore helps students turn business ideas into action https://t.co/j3fYBXr9Sp

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Join us @PolkState Winter Haven Campus on November 10 for a special event honoring our veterans with keynote speaker Maj. Gen. Hartsell, Executive Director of @FLVetsAffairs.

Our College is a proud Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus. We are committed to supporting our veterans, service members, and their families as they pursue their educational goals — #WeArePolk!

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🇺🇸 We are honored to host James S. Hartsell, retired Marine Corps Major General and Executive Director of @FLVetsAffairs, for the College's Veterans Day observance.

The event is free and open to the public. Join us as we honor those who have served.

[Anastasios Kamoutsas @StasiKamoutsas]

I am incredibly grateful to @OGutierrezCuba, co-founder of the Cuban Democratic Directorate and my former @FIU professor, for his lecture @PolkState’s inaugural observance of Victims of Communism Day.

Hearing firsthand from an award-winning author and renowned subject matter expert on the totalitarian regime in Cuba allows our students to better understand the importance of thinking critically and protecting our nation’s freedoms.

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Cuban exile and award-winning author @OGutierrezCuba emphasizes value of freedom to Polk State students https://t.co/pqj3pwOZ39