Tag: Featured
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Think about reasons before getting the booster shot
Manuel Muniz Staff Writer It seems like the light at the end of the tunnel is in view. The public can soon receive a “booster shot,” the third dose of the Covid-19 vaccine. Like before, there are so many questions. Are they safe? Are they effective? Who needs them? Should the rest of the…
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When thinking about transferring, consider staying local
Manuel Muniz Staff Writer As your time as a South Plains College student nears an end, the focus starts to shift to getting a job or possibly transferring to a university. Transferring can be such an anxiety-filled process. Trying to figure out what four-year institution is right for the major you are pursuing and…
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Being broke part of life for college students
by Brittany Marriott Staff Writer Everyone knows how important college is for our future. We attend college to be successful while creating long-term financial gain, job stability, and career satisfaction. But it could lead students to having debt or being broke when attending college. Going to college costs more than you think when paying for…
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Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates culture, achievements
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer Hispanic Heritage month is an annual celebration of the culture, history and people of the Latino and Hispanic communities in the United States. The observation stretches from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 and honors how the community contributed to American society. Hispanic or Latino refers to someone’s culture or origins,…
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Think about future jobs when choosing major
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer Choosing a major is hard, but choosing one that stands the test of time is nearly impossible. Maybe you have an idea of what you want to do. But will your dream job be around 20, 10, or even five years from now? It is difficult to know, but there…
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Help save Earth by recycling
by Brittany Marriott Staff Writer Our Earth is very important, so we should take care of it. But instead, we are causing damage to our planet every day. How do we prevent this from happening? Well, we can’t, but we can at least try by doing simple things. Recycling is one way to protect the…
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Precautions still necessary for fighting off COVID-19
Staff Writer by Brittany Marriott When COVID-19 first hit worldwide, no one believed a virus could cause so much damage to the world. It was in March 2020 when it first started spreading. Then everyone started getting worried about the pandemic. That’s when masks were required to be worn everywhere when you went outside of your home.…
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Policies, dress code help guide acceptable behavior
by Brittany Marriott Staff Writer Policies and rules are certain boundaries that you cannot cross. If you were to disobey these ground rules in high school, then you would get in trouble by getting detention or in-school suspension. This all depended on how badly you broke the rules. Policies establish rules and regulations to guide acceptable…
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Interesting attractions found in Lubbock
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer Lubbock is home to a rich cultural scene, with musical acts, a welcoming atmosphere and delightful dining options. Lubbock is full of interesting things to do. With so many options to choose from, there is something to do for everyone. Some of my picks for the best and…
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Men’s National Soccer program needs changes
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer With the Tokyo Olympics in the rear-view mirror, the world’s eyes are focused on Paris. This is especially true for the men’s USA soccer team, which failed to qualify for their third consecutive games. Beijing 2008 was their last appearance, and it was not a good one. They failed to…
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Kanye, Drake continue duel with release of new albums
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer The Kanye vs Drake saga has intensified as both rappers recently released their highly anticipated albums. Drake and Kanye West’s friendship goes back to 2010. But it has been a bumpy decade of highs and lows for the two rappers. Both albums have had a very confusing rollout this year.…
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No experience necessary in learning to dance
by Saul Eli Rosa Staff Writer Cross body lead, neck trap, cupid, hair combs. These are all moves taught in Kinesiology 1126, also known as Dance I. Dance I is offered at South Plains College as a basic dance class giving students the opportunity to learn partner dancing, leading, and following skills with all different…
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Improve chances for college success with helpful ideas
by Saul Eli Rosa Staff Writer With the semester under way and assignments and exams are piling up, students at South Plains College should be aware that are they can tackle their workload with careful strategy. Utilizing suggestions adopted from counselors, instructors and peers, students are implementing these proven tips of success to finish their…
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Exercising can be beneficial to your mental health
by Brittany Marriott Staff Writer You already know how exercising can lead to a healthy lifestyle for your body. But did you know it can benefit you in so many other ways? It helps you boost your confidence, as well as helps to reduce your stress, depression, anxiety, and more. A lot of people ask,…
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Get in shape for Summer with intramural sports
By Cristina Fernandez For Plainsman Online It’s a great way to meet people. It helps you stay in shape. It’s fun. And now might be a great time to start playing spring intramural sports at South Plains College. Go to the SPC homepage. Click on Campus Life & Housing. Next, click on “GET…
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Encouraging words from Jacob Patrick, director of Student Life
By Saul Eli Rosa Plainsman Online Jacob Patrick has a passion for first-generation college students and their success because he can relate to them well. Raised in the rural town of Elizabeth, Colorado with his older sister and parents, Patrick moved to Kansas shortly after high school to attend McPherson College and pursue his undergraduate…
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Fear should not be deterrent for getting vaccinated
By Saul Rosa Plainsman Online Working in a hospital setting, I was granted the opportunity to be one of the first groups in Lubbock to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. My employer sent out an email to all employees informing us of a mass vaccination clinic that would be held in the conference rooms of the…
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TikTok trend may lead to environmental issues
By Emma Keas Plainsman Online If you’ve been on TikTok in any capacity lately, you’ve probably seen creators making resin art of all kinds. The liquid resin gets poured into molds and then hardens to form the final product. From ashtrays to keychains, there is so much to do with this medium. You can add…
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The secrets behind a perfect resume
By Evan Moore For Plainsman Online Imagine that you’re called into an interview for a complete rundown of who you are and you have only six seconds to do it. That’s six seconds for an employer to ascertain your job history, accomplishments, strengths, weaknesses, and character to see if you’re fit for the job. Would…
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New ‘Cyberpunk™’ game excites players worldwide
By Michael Ramos Plainsman Online The long awaited game “Cyberpunk™ “ has finally been released after several years of being in production. The developers of the “CD Projekt™” game originally aired a trailer in 2013 which got fans excited. However, the first hint of a launch would be announced at gaming convention E3 in 2018,…