The latest exhibit in the Fine Arts Building, “Meditation & Metaphor”, features the impressive works of Steve Teeters, a local artist who attended South Plains College decades ago. Teeters unfortunately passed away in 2014, but […]
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Former students honored during national TRIO day reception
National TRIO Day is a day for celebration around the increased access to higher education for disadvantaged students. Every year, high school and college students, teachers, TRIO Program staff, alumni and others turn their attention […]
Sufferers of anxiety at higher risk of suicide
Anxiety plays with your thought process, leaving you feeling hopeless and depressed. Your soul empties as the stress piles up, and you start feeling alone. Your brain starts whispering, “What if I wasn’t here?” while […]
Professor selected as new dean of health occupations
Jerry Findley is making it his goal to help students succeed in order to get closer to their career paths. Findley, who recently was selected as the new Dean of Health Occupations, first came to […]
Automotive programs receive service excellence accreditation
The Automotive Service Technology programs at South Plains College recently received the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence accreditation, raising them to the highest level in industry standards. The programs on the Levelland campus and […]
Program helps prepare students for truck driving industry
South Plains College recently opened a professional truck driving school at the Reese Center campus and is looking for students who would be interested in the trucking industry. The truck driving school is a 210 […]
Creative Arts programs band together for Fest Week
Celebrating the talent of students in the Creative Arts Program is the goal of Fest Week at South Plains College. Fest Week is an event for the four Creative Arts programs to come together, share […]
Graduation set for May 10
The 61st Graduation Ceremony at South Plains College will be held on May 10. The ceremony will be in Texan Dome. Graduates are asked to report to the Physical Education Complex before each ceremony. “Students […]
Local residents voice concern about Lubbock expansion
The South Plains College Board of Regents recently played hosts for a public forum to discuss issues such as the college potentially adding another campus in Lubbock and a need to attract more students to […]
Former residence life director takes position at SPC
by REBEKAH HARVEY Michael Hill, a West Texas native, was recently hired as the associate dean of students at South Plains College. Hill, who has a background in student and residence life, graduated from Wylie High […]
CampusShield app provides safety measures for students
CampusShield is an app that is being used by colleges across the nation with a goal of strengthening communities by connecting campus safety forces with those who are in need. Personal safety and security on […]
Students garner 14 awards from Texas Intercollegiate Press Association
The Plainsman Press staff recently was recognized with 14 awards from the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association. The awards were announced during the annual TIPA spring competition and convention, which was held March 14 – March […]
Rez Week encourages celebration of true meaning of Easter
In celebration of the Christian year, the student leadership team of Baptist Student Ministry has planned Rez week 2019 at South Plains College to share and have fun activities with fellow students. Rez Week is […]
Psychotherapy proves affective treatment for social phobia
“It is just easier to avoid social situations,” you think to yourself. You avoid people and places because the apprehension churns in your stomach. Palms become sweaty as the fear of not being understood sticks […]
Regents discuss distinguished alumni, future campus growth during April meeting
The announcement of new Distinguished Alumni and the consideration of extending a memorandum of understanding were among topics discussed during the April meeting of the South Plains College Board of Regents. Before the meeting began, […]
Board of Regents discuss CampusShield app, rank promotions
The new CampusShield Smartphone App, the Scholarship Gala Update, and the Online Resume for Prospective Students, Parents, and the Public were among the topics discussed during the March meeting of the South Plains College Board […]
Dynamic treatment options make PTSD manageable
You trap your feelings into a time capsule. But it eventually becomes too full and explodes. The memories spill out and replay in front of your eyes over and over like a slideshow. Your body […]
Mocktail Madness encourages fun without alcohol
Getting behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming alcohol is a serious crime. Drinking and driving is referred to as driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI). However, even consuming a […]
Scholarship gala raises funds for current, future students
Raising financial support for future and current students at South Plains College was the goal for this year’s Scholarship Gala. The 21st Annual Scholarship Gala at South Plains College was held February 28. This year’s […]
Burns appointed department chair
Kenny Burns has made it his mission to elevate South Plains College’s Police Academy to the finest in the Lone Star State. Burns recently was appointed as the new chairperson of the Professional Services and […]
