News for Education
Friday, November 21, 2025
Babson Park, FL (November 21, 2025)— Webber International University is proud to participate in GivingTuesday on December 2nd, a global generosity movement that unleashes the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.While acts of generosity happen every day, the annual celebration take place on the first Tuesday of December. GivingTuesday began in 2012 as a ...read more
Categories: Education, Community, Press Release
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Thursday, November 20, 2025
Babson Park, FL (November 20, 2025) Webber International University is thrilled to announce its upcoming Open House and Winter Fest, taking place on Monday, December 2, on campus located at 1201 North Scenic Hwy 17, Babson Park. This special event invites students, families, and community partners to experience an evening that blends academic exploration with holiday celebration.The evening begins ...read more
Categories: Education, Community, Press Release
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 — Polk State College will celebrate its 133rd commencement on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland.
The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. and include remarks by Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, President of Polk State College, and Larry G. Williams, Jr., Chief Executive Officer and President of Peace River Center, who will be honored as the ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Chamber, Education, Press Release
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Babson Park, FL (November 11, 2024) -The Webber International Men's Beach Volleyball team has been crowned the AVCA Men's Beach National Champions. After finishing in second place in last season’s tournament the team took home the title after a dominating performance. The two-day tournament was held on Saturday, November 8, and Sunday, November 9 at John Hunt Park Sand Volleyball Complex in ...read more
Categories: Education, Press Release
Monday, November 10, 2025
Monday, November 10, 2025 — Registration is open for the Spring 2026 Semester at Polk State College.The spring semester will start on January 7 with 16-week and eight-week classes. Twelve-week classes will start on February 5, and the second session of eight-week classes will start on March 5.Students can register for classes in the Polk Portal.Prospective students should submit a free online ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, Education
Monday, October 20, 2025
Webber’s Nursing Program Receives AccreditationBabson Park, FL (October 20, 2025) – Webber International University received notification on October 16th that the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Board of Commissioners, at their September meeting, voted to grant accreditation to Webber’s baccalaureate degree program in nursing for a period of five years.This accreditation is ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic, Education, Press Release
Tuesday, October 07, 2025
Babson Park, FL (October 7, 2025)- Webber International University officially launched its centennial celebration during its annual Alumni Weekend held on October 4, 2025. The festivities marked the beginning of a multi-year celebration leading up to the university’s 100th anniversary in 2027.
Founded by the Babson family on April 6, 1927, Webber International University has long been a ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economic, Press Release
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Dear Community Partner,We’re excited to announce that the YMCA Early Learning Center at McLaughlin Middle High School is opening child care services in Lake Wales on August 11, and enrollment is NOW OPEN!This isn’t just a new child care center—it’s a place where children learn and grow, families feel supported, and our community thrives.We invite you to help us spread the word or explore ways we ...read more
Categories: Community, Fun Facts, Human Interest, Chamber, Education, General News Article, Press Release
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
We’re excited to offer a 15% tuition discount on all of our online degree programs to your Lake Wales employees!
We know that the Lake Wales community pursues excellence and are committed to serving the people around them—values that align closely with Warner’s mission. This partnership would allow your team members to pursue affordable, flexible higher education while continuing to thrive in ...read more
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