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The student newspaper of South Plains College.
Effects of vaping increasing in young adults
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Students leave sexual education event with useful information
Assault, diseases among topics at Sex in the Dark
Bus driver retires after traveling thousands of miles
by Desiree Lopez Danny Vest has spent many hours driving hundreds of thousands of miles for students at South Plains College. He recently retired after 35 years of service as the transportation director. He started […]
Traveling performer entertains students with hypnosis
by Abi Hernandez As the volunteers sit quietly in their chairs in a trance on the stage, Tom De Luca tells them their orders to do after he snaps his fingers as the audience watches. […]
Student overcomes obstacle with positive attitude
by Desiree Lopez For Jonathan Rangel, being involved is an important aspect of attending college. Rangel, a first-generation college student from Littlefield, Texas, is a sophomore pursuing an Associate of Arts degree in radiology. He […]
Alum follows family footsteps to college
by Victoria De Souza [Editor’s note: This story is part of an ongoing project in conjunction with the South Plains College Alumni Association. The project highlights former SPC students and their achievements.] Like many other students, […]
Former professor writes book about life as musician
by Victoria De Souza For Cary Banks, music has been an important part of his life. Now he is sharing his story with others in his new book, “Almost a Professional.” Banks, who was born […]
Sociology instructor connects material with the lives of students
by Autumn Bippert When Sherley Bedore decided she wanted to be a doctor, she set the goal of achieving that dream before the age of 32. While her path changed from her original goal, she […]
Shorts, feature films screened at Flatland Film Festival
by Autumn Bippert Lights, Camera, Action. The 16th annual Flatland Film Festival, which took place on Sept. 19 through Sept. 21 at the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts in Lubbock, aims to create […]
‘IT: Chapter Two’ highlights aspects of community, friendship in horror film
by Kendall Rainer With the looming threat of “IT,” the “Losers Squad” must re-assemble to take down the monstrous clown once and for all. “IT: Chapter Two,” directed by Andy Mushietti, is a sequel to […]
Romance novel highlights separation of lovers, distrust
by Abi Hernandez As Madeline picks her bathing suit on this forbidden trip, Olly gazes at her beauty and stares in awe. They walk on the beach and jump into the water as Madeline has […]
‘Jane the Virgin’ captivates viewers with final season
by Desiree Lopez An aspiring writer is faced with an unfortunate predicament. But as time goes on, her world changes for the better. “Jane the Virgin” follows the exciting saga of Jane Gloriana Villanueva, a […]
‘This is Where it Ends’ tells story of mass shooting from four perspectives
by Autumn Bippert Many see the effects of mass shootings. But only those who live through them know what it is like to experience the horror that has occurred in front of them. “This is […]
Backtalk: Differences of opinion generate debate about coffee
Coffee important source of caffeine by Kendall Rainer Java, Joe, Jitter Juice. Whatever you call it, coffee doesn’t just help you wake up and stay awake. It can have some serious health benefits that will […]
Women’s cross country team opens season with two impressive showings
by Kendall Rainer The South Plains College women’s cross country team opened the 2019 season by placing first and second at their first two meets. The Lady Texans placed second at the Texas Tech Cross […]
Women’s rodeo team second in first fall competition
by Kendall Rainer The South Plains College women’s rodeo team placed second in their 2019 season opener at the Eastern New Mexico University Rodeo. The Rodeo was held Sept. 21 in Portales, New Mexico. The […]
Axe throwing entertains all ages
AXEciting…
New downtown center will benefit students, Lubbock
Arts, Sciences classes will move
from Reese Center in Fall 2021
Library director hopes for increased student interest after improvements
Improved seating gives students flexible study environment
