by Geneva Natal One of a kind designs by the Graphics Arts Club are being made and put on t-shirts for sale. Each design is unique, created, screened, and printed by […]
Graphic Arts Club, distributes original T-shirts
Teams impress at WTAM Rodeo
The South Plains College men’s and women’s rodeo teams continue to post strong performances with only one rodeo left in the season. The teams competed at the West Texas A&M University Rodeo […]
Renowned journalist discusses necessity for weaker central government
John Stossel recently made an appearance in Lubbock to discuss freedom and its enemies. The Free Market Institute (FMI) and the College of Media and Communication at Texas Tech University (TTU), in […]
Atmospheric scientist discuss environmental issues with expert panel
Texas leads the way in energy production and carbon emissions. If Texas were its own country, it would be ranked third in the world for gas production, yet first in the United […]
Music ensemble class offered for homeschool students
A Music Ensemble class is being offered for the first time to Homeschool students who are looking to further their instrumental knowledge. The all Homeschooled Music Ensemble class is being held at […]
Ribbon cutting held for Culinary Arts program
by DEBRA MONTANDON A ribbon cutting ceremony recently was held for the new Culinary Arts program at the Lubbock Center campus of South Plains College. “You all coming today is an […]
Regents discuss Clery Report, upcoming programs
The 2017 Clery Report, updates on the coding academy and the truck driving program, and possible additions to seating at the track and field facilities were among the topics discussed during the […]
Hispanic Heritage night immerses students in Latino Culture
Celebrating the history and contributions of Latino culture can empower a better understanding and appreciation for Hispanic-Americans and the positive influence they have within a community. The Hispanic Heritage event was held […]
Students informed about freedom of speech on Constitution Day
The development of free speech, how the government works to protect our First Amendment rights, and recent controversies that have been seen on social media were the main topics discussed at the […]
Agriculture careers spotlighted at symposium
An Agriculture Career Symposium is being held at South Plains College for those who are interested in the field of agriculture. The Agriculture Career Symposium will be held Oct. 15, from 9 […]
Counselors encourage that students should StepUp! with campus events
Across the country, 1.5 million students have experienced hazing throughout their time in grade school. That is one out of every five students who have struggled with bullying, and 47 percent of […]
Worley selected as new dean of Arts and Sciences
Alan Worley recently was named as the new dean of arts and sciences at South Plains College. Worley attended high school in Eunice, New Mexico. He later received his bachelor’s degree from […]
Adventure Park under construction in Lubbock
With a goal of bringing more adventure to Lubbock, a local couple is building their own theme park. After the old abandoned Putt Putt Golf and Games caught fire in 2016, Kai […]
Cast announced for ‘The Imaginary Invalid’
“The Imaginary Invalid” and “The Madrigal Dinner” are the featured events of the fall semester for the Theatre Program at South Plains College. “There was a very good turn out for auditions,” […]
Fine Arts Showcase brings together music students
The annual fall Fine Arts Showcase helps unify incoming music students. The showcase will take place on Oct. 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the atrium area in the Students Services Building on […]
Culinary arts program adds new flavor to educational options
The new Culinary Arts program recently opened its classroom doors and welcomed its first batch of students at the Lubbock Center campus. The Culinary Arts program offers two types of certificates, the […]
Fitzgerald named dean of dual enrollment, distance education
Ryan Fitzgerald is helping thousands of high school students in his new role. Fitzgerald recently was announced as the new Dean of Dual Enrollment and Distance Education, adding to his previous responsibilities. […]
Alexander named new executive director of Lubbock Center
Benjamin Alexander says his vision for South Plains College is to see students become successful and to share his love for education with others. At the beginning of the 2018 fall semester, […]
Gerstenbergers honored at hall dedication ceremony
After 60 years of dedicating their lives to South Plains College, Earl and June Gerstenberger recently were honored with the dedication of Gerstenberger Hall. The South Plains College Board of Regents and […]
Regents discuss fall enrollment, coding acadamy
Enrollment, a new coding academy, and an update on bringing the CDL truck driving program back were among the topics discussed during the September meeting of the South Plains College Board of […]
