Category: spring 2019
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‘Abducted in Plain Sight’ tells harrowing story of kidnapping
Manipulators are careful and meticulous planners. Netflix’s new documentary “Abducted in Plain Sight” tells the story of a family that falls prey to the manipulative charms of a neighbor, who then abducts the family’s daughter. Robert Berchtold also know as “B,” was a master manipulator who tormented a Washington family with brainwashing, arson, death threats,…
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‘Alita’ accentuates brutal cyberpunk universe
Every city on Earth has been all but destroyed, with the exceptions of Iron City and the floating city of Zalem directly above. “Alita: Battle Angel” brings a post-apocalyptic cyber-punk universe to life with stunning visuals, heart-breaking scenes, and intense battles. It is the year 2563, and a cataclysmic war between the people of Earth…
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Difficult start with higher education motivates professor
Dr. Erika Warnick looks to always make the learning process exciting for her students. An associate professor of reading and education at South Plains College, Dr. Warnick grew up in Boston, Massachusetts. She moved to Lubbock 14 years ago after working for 17 years as a college recruiter, researcher and research assistant. She was always…
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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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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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Sanders announces run in primaries on platform of unrealistic free services
Bernie Sanders recently announced his intention to run for the Democratic Party nomination, giving Americans another chance to see a Democratic-Socialist president. Late February marked his decision to run, and almost immediately after ActBlue launched a campaign donation website to support the prospective nominee. Expensive healthcare with Affordable Care Act rates rising yearly, paired with…
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Kindness, honesty often overlooked
by DEBBIE MONTANDON With Valentine’s Day over, I was thinking, it would be good if we could be nice all year long. It seems that we deal with negative people every day, either in what they say or what they do. Many times, it is directed specifically at a person or a group of people. We…
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Lady Texans capture share of conference title
The South Plains College women’s basketball team came away with two victories in their final home games of the season. The Lady Texans clinched a share of the Western Junior College Athletic Conference championship after blowing out Clarendon College 82-56 on Feb. 25 at Texan Dome. “It’s just a continued group effort from the…
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Track teams earn top marks at Matador Qualifier
The South Plains College men’s and women’s indoor track and field teams closed out the regular season by winning four event titles at the Texas Tech Matador Qualifier on Feb. 15 at the Sports Performance Center on the campus of Texas Tech University. In the men’s long jump, sophomore Holland Martin placed fist with a…
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Rodeo team begin spring season with strong performances
The South Plains College men’s and women’s rodeo teams began the spring season by posting top marks at the Odessa College Rodeo. The Texans placed first in the Rodeo, while the Lady Texans placed second in the competition that was held on Feb. 21-Feb. 23 at the Ector County Coliseum in Odessa. The Texans accumulated…
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Texans add two victories during final home games
The South Plains College men’s basketball team closed out the final two home games of the season with dominating victories. The Texans eviscerated Clarendon College 107-72 on Feb. 25 at Texan Dome. With the victory, SPC moved to 23-4 on the year and and 12-3 in Western Junior College Athletic Conference play. SPC struggled midway…
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Major league roster changes make for more predictable baseball season
The clinking of cleats, the popping of leather and the crack of the bat can only mean one thing that: Major League Baseball is back. With Manny Machado recently signing with the San Diego Padres, very few big free agents are left. So it’s time for some predictions for the divisions and how I believe the…
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Families celebrate tradition, community at Lubbock Pancake Festival
A mascot walks around taking pictures with children and families. A giant blue “Lions” banner hangs over the entire venue. Hundreds of balls of cotton candy bagged and ready to be distributed. But the pancakes are the real star of the Lubbock Lions Club Annual Pancake Festival held on Feb. 16 at the Civic Center.…
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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…