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 […]
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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
New officers elected for Student Government Association
By Desiree Lopez The Student Government Association at South Plains College will have some new faces for the fall semester. An election was recently held for the offices of president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, public […]
Recent legislative session topic at Town Hall Meeting
By Desiree Lopez The Texas budget, water supply, mental health, education, and transportation were among the many topics discussed at a Town Hall Meeting held on Sept. 10 in the Sundown Room in the Student […]
Mixer connects alumni, current students
By Abi Hernandez Current students had the opportunity to network and hear from former students during the Texan-to-Texan Mixer held at South Plains College The event was held on Aug. 27 in the Sundown Room […]
Enrollment, academic integrity software discussed during Regents meeting
By Autumn Bippert Fall enrollment, housing occupancy, Title IX changes and academic integrity software were among the topics discussed during the September meeting of the South Plains College Board of Regents. Dr. Stan DeMerritt, vice […]
Professor follows new path after career change
By Victoria De Souza Vanessa Moffett aspires to improve the lives of students while having a fun time exercising. Moffett is an assistant professor in the Kinesiology Department at South Plains College. Growing up in […]
International student strives to help her community
By Victoria De Souza Lucy Kayiuki is pursuing her passion for the medical field to have an impactful change in her community. Kayiuki lived in Kenya with her mother and two younger brothers until she […]
Alum opens first Ketamine clinic in Lubbock
By Kendall Rainer and Autumn Bippert [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.] Ben McCauley has always had a desire to help […]
Controversial series ‘13 Reasons Why’ not as far fetched as critics claim by AUTUMN
By Autumn Bippert With the mysterious disappearance of one of their classmates on the minds of Liberty High School students, everyone is trying to figure out what happened to Bryce Walker. The Netflix original series […]
‘The Sun and Her Flowers’ tells life journey of young women through poetry
By Danisha Lewis A young immigrant girl has moved to the United States in hopes of living a better life. In reality, she goes through the torment and bitterness of society while trying to make […]
Disney Studios ruining good franchises with greed
By Kendall Rainer Disney Studios holds the largest film franchise on the planet and is still growing, with new stakes in entertainment companies arising every year. The familiar family-friendly company has made its mark […]
