Tag: South Plains College
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Former SPC professor achieves bluegrass dreams
by DEBRA MONTANDON Alan Munde was a traveling musician and 40 years old. He traveled a lot, but he had a wife and daughter and was ready to settle down a little. He was in a group called “Country Gazette” and had performed at South Plains College a couple of times. In 1986, he got…
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Lack if regulation concerning for parents, YouTubers
The lack of regulation by Youtube to protect children who use the video platform is causing concern for parents and Youtubers. The controversy concerning child exploration on Youtube became a trending topic in less than 24 hours on other social media such as Twitter. Even though this situation has been exposed before on the Internet,…
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Lady Texans fall short despite strong performance
The South Plains College women’s basketball team fell short in the third round of the NJCAA Division I National Championship tournament despite strong play in the first two games. The No. 10-ranked Lady Texans matched up against the No. 2-ranked Gulf Coast State College in the Elite-Eight round of the NJCAA National Tournament held on…
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Women place third at NJCAA National Indoor Championship
Freshman Dorcus Ewoi was crowned the national champion in the women’s mile run, while the South Plains College women’s track and field team took home the bronze medal in the team standings at the NJCAA National Indoor Championship. The championship meet was held March 1 and March 2 in Pittsburg, Kansas. The Lady Texans finished…
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Texans make Final Four appearance at NJCAA National Championship
After capturing a national title a year ago, the South Plains College men’s basketball team advanced to the 2019 NJCAA Division I National Championship Tournament, but fell short after reaching the final four. The second-seeded Texans fell to No. 3 seed Vincennes State College (Indiana) 85-67 in a semifinal game of the NJCAA tournament. The…
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Teams impress at Sweetwater Rodeo
The South Plains College men’s and women’s rodeo teams won three events at the Ranger College Rodeo, drawing them closer to the top of the Southwest Region . The Lady Texans finshed third on the weekend after earning 162 points. Tarleton State won with 310 points, while Weatherford College placed second with 180 points. The…
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Loot, pillage in sandbox pirate adventure game ‘Sea of Thieves’
Sail the seas and take what you want in Rare Interactive’s sandbox pirate adventure, “Sea of Thieves.” “Sea of Thieves” gives players balanced options that are rarely seen in the gaming industry today. For example, all weapons are exactly the same and cannot be upgraded. A player who has been active for some time would…
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Former student pursues business endeavors in Thailand
by REBEKAH HARVEY Before deciding to move to Thailand, Devin Hargrove was an unconventional college student. Hargrove, who grew up in Lubbock, planned on going into the military after an ROTC program, but medical issues kept him from continuing on that path. “I kind of had it planned all through high school, coming out of…
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Student becomes novelist after years of hard work
Elizabeth Sacks came up with a story idea 10 years ago and recently got it published. Sacks, who is majoring in Graphic Arts at South Plains College, published her first novel on Feb. 14. Sacks, who uses her pen name, said she has been writing most of her life. She said that she would come…
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Romantic comedy surprises with positive outcome
If you are not a fan of romantic comedies, you might want to watch “Isn’t it Romantic,” because it has a different storyline. The movie starts out In New York City with Natalie as a pre-teen girl (played by Alex Kis). Natalie, who is watching a romantic movie, is told by her mother, played by…
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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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Backtalk: Classic jams, modern tunes clash
Vintage music has more profound, nostalgic lyrics by KAITLYN HYDE There has always been a debate between generations about what’s better – new music or the classic oldies. There are a lot of aspects that spark the debate, but one thing I can say for certain is that music has always entertained, educated, or informed listeners…
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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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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…