12,500 Strokes for FUN! Support the Peacemaker Paddle Team!
12,500 Strokes for FUN! Support the Peacemaker Paddle Team! The vision of Stirring Waters—the ultra-inclusive aquatic center—is powering our incredible team of Peacemaker Paddlers!This November 14th-15th, our team will navigate 25 miles of the Suwannee River, delivering 12,500 strokes to raise the funds needed to complete our facility. This effort directly helps us fulfill our ultimate goal: getting everyone "off the deck and into the FUN!"Every stroke and every donation supports the creation of an
Webber International University Expands GI Bill® Career Training Opportunities for Veterans
As Veterans Day approaches, Webber International University is proud to support those who served. Through our partnership with MedCerts, veterans and eligible family members can access online, self-paced certification programs in high-demand fields like IT and healthcare — with costs reimbursed through the GI Bill®. Train for a new career on your schedule. Learn more: www.medcerts.com/start/webber Questions? Call Webber Admissions at (863) 638-2910 or email workforce1@webber.edu GI
Webber’s Nursing Program Receives Accreditation
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 effective as of March 10, 2025, the first day of the program’s most recent CCNE on-site evaluation.University
AdventHealth donates medical supplies to support Webber International University Student-athletes After Fire
AdventHealth Lake Wales donated several boxes of supplies to help Webber International University student-athletes (photo courtesy: AdventHealth) AdventHealth donates medical supplies to support Webber International University student-athletes after fire LAKE WALES, Fla. (Thursday, October 16, 2025) -- AdventHealth Lake Wales donated hundreds of essential medical supplies to Webber International University following a fire that damaged the university’s training room
AgriPolk: Polk State launches new pathway to careers in agriculture
Polk State College has launched an initiative to connect students ripe with passion for agriculture to higher education and workforce training that will lead to rewarding careers. AgriPolk combines the transferable Associate in Arts (AA) degree with specialized coursework, hands-on learning and certification opportunities to ensure a seamless transition to four-year programs and thriving careers in the agricultural industry. Students can enroll now by emailing agripolk@polk.edu for personalized
Registration will start in November for Spring 2026 Semester at Polk State College
Monday, October 13, 2025 — Registration for the Spring 2026 Semester at Polk State College will begin in November, with priority registration starting on November 3 for students who have completed at least 50% of their program requirements. Open registration begins November 10.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
Webber International University Kicks Off Centennial Celebration During Alumni Weekend
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 cornerstone of higher education in Polk County, Florida. As the region’s oldest post-secondary institution, Webber has
YMCA Child Care is Back in Lake Wales – Let’s Support Local Families Together!
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 can partner to strengthen early childhood education and care in Lake Wales.What We Offer:Voluntary
Warner University - Discounted Online Education
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 their roles. Program Highlights:15% tuition discount on all online programsFlexible scheduling designed for
