Category: Spring 2020
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‘Joker’ depicts mental health issues, violent behavior in new film
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Note the following review contains spoilers. Controversy and psychopathic behavior control the screen in the new movie, “Joker.” “Joker,” directed by Todd Philips, is by far one of the most interesting films I have seen in a while. As the movie begins, a 1970 grim-feeling environment is apparent. Arthur Fleck,…
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Raw emotion, catchy beats complete ‘The Search’
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Depression is an ever-growing issue that a young artist aims to confront. In the world of music, almost anything can be expressed, whether it be happiness, wealth or even depression. Nathan Feuerstein, commonly known as NF, is a young Christian rapper whose story is rather depressing. When NF was a…
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Word On The Street
What are your plans for Spring Break? by Kaitlyn Hyde and Seth Hall “For spring break, I am going to be flying to Canada to visit my family.” John Bernardez Freshman Toronto, Canada Nursing “I just have to work. But I might go down to San Antonio to visit my grandparents.” Jesslyn Dempsey Junior Ocala,…
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Wayne’s new album ‘Funeral’ drops fan expectations
Staff Writer With his legacy album “Tha Carter V” out of the way, Lil Wayne is back experimenting with an array of styles and a maze of wordplay. It’s hard to know what to expect from Lil Wayne, not to diminish his impact on hip-hop, from his witty one-liners to his prolific mixtape catalog. His…
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Student discusses affects, concerns of Global Warming
by Cassandra Campos Staff Writer Global warming is a topic everyone knows about but does nothing about it. I believe that it is the government’s responsibility to find renewable resources as soon as possible and start enforcing them immediately, because we are running out of time. One of the main reasons why I believe the…
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Japanese culture has positive impact on life of student
by Cameron Smith Staff Writer Americans live in a multicultural society. Japan, the once distant and mysterious remote island off the coast of Asia, is now one of the most influential countries to me. Japan’s technology, clothing, entertainment, and food have heavily influenced me in ways that no country ever has. Japanese cuisine has been…
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Edwards perseveres in primarily male program
by Cameron Smith Staff Writer While male students heavily dominate the Electrical Power Transmission Technology program at South Plains College, one young woman is hoping that changes. Allison Edwards is the only female student in the ELPT program at the Reese Center campus in Lubbock. “Professor (Diana) Malone is the only other female in this…
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Flu season timing, location unpredictable
by Tanika Wilson Get ready for more. Just when you thought flu season was over, it turns out it’s not. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, influenza activity continues to be high in the United States and is projected to stay that way in the upcoming weeks. While most cases of the…
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Student expresses fascination for American sports cars
by Seth Hall Staff writer While growing up, cars were always something I admired and loved. It all began with hearing my first V8 engine in a 2005 C6 Corvette, the first of the sixth generation Corvettes. Although I was fairly young when this beautiful car captured my ears and eyes, I remember the loud…
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Word on the Street
What do you like to do in your free time? by Cassandra Campos and Cameron Smith “In my free time, I like to draw and hang out with friends.” Abi Hernandez Journalism Freshman Whiteface “I play basketball and watch Netflix. Right now, I’m watching ‘YOU.’ It’s so crazy man!” Brandon Sparrow Kinesiology Sophomore San Antonio…
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Thrilling World War I saga depicts the horrors of war
Amid the turmoil of World War I, two lance corporals travel across the so-called “no man’s land” to deliver a message that could save the lives of 1,600 fellow soldiers. That’s the plot for “1917,” a movie directed by Sam Mendes and starring Dean-Charles Chapman and George Mackay. In this war drama that won already…
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SPC students celebrate King and his visions, through fun activities
Students at South Plains College recently gathered to commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., because of the efforts he made and the vision he had to change the world. The Black Student Union held a birthday celebration for Dr. King on January 21 in the Sundown Room of the Student Center Building…
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‘Catabolic Conversations’ new podcast founded by SPC professors
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Two South Plains College professors are finding new ways to connect with students. One of these ways is that students are able to listen to podcasts hosted by their professors, often with material that can aid in learning. Kristin Bingham and Dr. Megan Keith, who are biology professors at SPC,…
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‘Bad Boys for Life’ confronts reality, new beginnings
by Cassandra Campos Staff Writer “Bad Boys for Life” seems like there is not so much of that nostalgic feeling anymore. They are now “Good Bad Boys” as Marcus likes to call it. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence bring yet another adrenaline-filled, comedy-inspired movie to the big screen. Coming two decades after the first “Bad…
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Student persevering through college with unique side hustle
by Cameron Smith Staff writer Times have changed. There is money to be made in almost every aspect of life. However, in the case of college student Kris Dew, money is brought in from multiple pursuits – stripping and modeling. The 22-year-old graphic design major at Texas Tech University began her lifestyle as a dancer…
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Tragedy brings new strength toward new ‘Circles’ album
by Cameron Smith Staff writer The accidental drug overdose of rapper Mac Miller in September 2018 sent tears and shock into not only the rap community, but also the entire music industry. A month prior to his death, he released his fifth studio album “Swimming” – which the public believed would be his last album.…
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Mental health issues affect millennials
The younger generation of millennials are experiencing a much higher risk for mental health issues than previous generations. Levels of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts are becoming problematically high for today’s teens. While there may be many factors causing many of these issues, experts believe that more millennials struggle with perfectionism and elevated expectations, which…
