Category: News
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Mocktail Madness encourages fun without alcohol
Getting behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming alcohol is a serious crime. Drinking and driving is referred to as driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI). However, even consuming a small amount of alcohol can lead to harmful situations. This is what the Alcohol and Drug Committee (AoD) at South…
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Scholarship gala raises funds for current, future students
Raising financial support for future and current students at South Plains College was the goal for this year’s Scholarship Gala. The 21st Annual Scholarship Gala at South Plains College was held February 28. This year’s event was hosted by City Bank at the Mallet Event Center in Levelland, Texas. According to Julie Gerstenberger, director of…
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Burns appointed department chair
Kenny Burns has made it his mission to elevate South Plains College’s Police Academy to the finest in the Lone Star State. Burns recently was appointed as the new chairperson of the Professional Services and Energy Department. The department encompasses the electrician, law enforcement, power emissions and cosmetology related programs on campus. Burns intends to…
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Physical Education Department changing name in fall
The Physical Education Department at South Plains College is changing its name to the Kinesiology Department. The name change will mark the growth of SPC and the Physical Education Department by staying current and helping students transition to universities more easily, according to Marc Moore, associate professor of physical education and chairperson of the Physical…
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Student musicians selected for All-State Symphonic Band
by REBEKAH HARVEY Five South Plains College students recently were selected for participation in the Texas Community College Band Directors Association Symphonic Band. The selected students are Alexis Sanchez of Levelland, Abelardo Palma of Denver City, Clarissa Pacheco of Levelland, Marissa Anthony of Levelland, and Isabell Rocha of Lubbock. Student musicians from across the state…
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Informative talk recognizes African American entrepreneur
Sarah Breedlove created specialized hair products for African American hair and was one of the first American women to become a self-made millionaire in the early 1900s. Breedlove, also known as Madam C.J. Walker, was featured because of her accomplishments during a presentation by Dr. Corye Beene, professor of history, on Feb. 22 at the…
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‘Dream With Me’ delves into struggle of undocumented immigrant
Imagine living in fear and uncertainty for the future, knowing that at any time you could be deported from your home and sent to a country you don’t remember. The documentary “Dream With Me” follows one of many “Dreamers” who took advantage of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. A screening of “Dream With…
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Persisting panic attacks steal breath away from young adults
Without warning, the panic comes crashing down. Your esophagus feels like it is closing up. Gasping for air, your heart pounds out of your chest, and the thought of possibly dying lingers in your mind. Sweating and becoming dizzy, you sit down, too weak to stand. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, calmness overcomes…
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Deadline for graduation applications set for March 6
If you are completing your degree or certificate requirements this semester or during the summer semester, don’t forget to apply for graduation. Applications for May graduation are currently available to students who have met all requirements. The deadline for applications is March 6. Students should first meet with their program advisor for verification of degree…
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Alcohol and Drug Committee plans drunk driving awareness with ‘Mocktail Madness’
Every day, almost 30 people in the United States die in accidents caused by drunk drivers. That is equivalent to one person every 48 minutes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Alcohol and Drug Committee (AoD) at South Plains College has put together Mocktail Madness, which will be held on March…
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Urges, obsessions plagues suffers of anxiety disorders
You see an object out of place. Trying to ignore it, you continue to walk, but the overwhelming urge to adjust it is itching at your skin. The image of the object lurks in your thoughts, making it unbearable for you to stop fixating on it. Finally, it becomes too much. Turning back, you fix…
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Orneals, Lewis crowned during Homecoming
South Plains College students Joseraul Ornelas and Danisha Lewis were crowned as the 2019 Homecoming king and queen during halftime of the men’s basketball game on Feb. 4 at Texan Dome. Ornelas, a criminal justice major from Levelland, represented the STAR Center. “It feels great (to win,) but I was here for the experience,” Ornelas…
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Scholarship deadline approaching
Attending college and universities can be expensive for many students. Some find a part time job or take out a loan. Some can receive financial assistance by receiving a scholarship. But sadly, many scholarships go unclaimed each year. The deadline for scholarship for the fall 2019 semester at South Plains College is March 3 at…
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Sophomore selected for Student of the Year representing student government
by REBEKAH HARVEY Audrey Crowson was recently selected as Student of the Year for Region One at the state capitol in Austin. Crowson, along with the rest of South Plains College Student Government Association, was in Austin for the Region One meeting and Community College Day held on January 29. At the Region One meeting, various…
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Annual gala connects donors, students
by REBEKAH HARVEY A live auction, silent auction, and presentation of awards are among the highlights of the upcoming 21st annual South Plains College Scholarship Gala The Gala, hosted by City Bank Texas, is scheduled for February 28 at the Mallet Event Center in Levelland. The theme for this year’s event is “Unlimited Opportunity.” According to…
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Regents discuss Honors College at February meeting
Honors College, student affairs updates, and the 21st Scholarship Gala were some of the topics discussed during the February meeting of the South Plains College Board of Regents. A report regarding the Honors College Exploratory Committee was presented by Dr. Kristina Keyton, the associate professor of psychology at SPC. Dr. Keyton discussed three major categories:…
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New Writing Centers open for student use
The New Writing Centers at South Plains College are available for all students. The Writing Centers are provided as a service to help ensure students success. They are available to all students at the Levelland, Reese Center, Lubbock Center and Plainview campuses. They were set up to help students with writing during all the stages…
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People of all ages affected by General Anxiety Disorder
You’re trapped in a world of short breaths. Your mouth and throat are running dry. You swallow, hoping to suppress the feeling, only to become aware of the saliva going down your throat. Your chest muscles tighten with cramps as the fear creeps up your spine, surrounding your mind. Whispering, lying, manipulating and adhering to…
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Former student selected as new Dean of Records
Recently taking on the new position of Dean of Admissions and Records, Kathryn Perez is no stranger to South Plains College. Perez had been serving as associate dean of students,with responsibilities for housing, residence life and campus life. Perez graduated from Levelland High School in 2002, and has lived in Levelland all of her life.…
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Coding Academy opens at Lubbock Center
South Plains College’s Coding Academy is opening at the Lubbock Center on Feb. 4. The academy will consists of four courses: Introduction to Web 101; Introduction to Web Coding C#221; .NET 321 Programming; and Fullstack 421. “South Plains College partnered with Lubbock Coding Academy to offer coding based on industry needs and demands,” said Ben…