Members of the Plainsman Press staff have won 108 awards in the TCCJA competition since 2005.
Journalism students earn 16 awards in TCCJA competition
Livestock Judging Team earns Reserve Champion at American Royal Show
The Livestock Judging Team has placed in the top three in each of their competitions this year.
Students learn active shooter survival techniques
To show students what it is like to be in an active shooter situation, Chief Castillo put students in different scenarios.
Arrive Alive teaches students that distractions can kill
A South Plains College student entered an SUV parked on campus and proceeded to intoxicate himself before driving away, running a red light, and slamming the vehicle into a tree.
‘The Haunting of Hill House’ leaves audience spooked
The scariest moment of “The Haunting of Hill House” was a perfect metaphor for the performance of the play itself. Two women who are guests in the house sat huddled on top […]
Grand opening celebrates new Maker Space
A ceremony recently was held to commemorate the grand opening of the new innovation hub at South Plains College, the Maker Space. “Several years ago, we applied for a STEM grant,” said […]
Nursing students, faculty host Trunk or Treat
Students and faculty from the nursing program at South Plains College got the community excited for Halloween by hosting a Trunk or Treat. They decorated their cars and handed out candy to […]
Memorial for fallen officers raises question about campus safety
The heart of Texas Tech University was covered in a blanket of blue as people huddled together and waited with lit candles in their hands. Memorial Circle on the campus of TTU […]
Training teaches faculty, staff active shooter survival skills
Your heart is racing. Shots have been fired, and there is the anticipation of what might happen next. What will you do if there is a report of an active shooter on […]
Climate change causes ecological issues in Alaska
[Editor’s note: This story is the fourth part of the multi-part series “Climate Crisis” examining the causes and effects of climate change that began with Issue #1 and concludes in Issue #6. […]
Livestock Judging Team captures championship at Texas State Fair
The South Plains College Livestock Judging team recently captured the team championship at the State Fair of Texas for the second consecutive year. Livestock judging consists of judging cattle, sheep, goats, swine, […]
South Plains College Miss Caprock Nominees
Lobbyists, volunteers dedicate time to address climate issues
Activists around the world are dedicating their time to stopping climate change.
One organization, however, is working to create climate solutions.
Free press, fake news topics of discussion at Constitution Day
The pace of the news is faster than ever. Making sense of it all was at the forefront of this year’s Constitution Day discussion at South Plains College.
Annual campus report shows increase in crime
The recently released crime report for South Plains College shows an increase of sexual misconduct, drug and alcohol violations and aggravated assault on campus.
Board of Regents discuss crime statistics, upcoming events
Campus crime statistics, a resolution, and upcoming events were among the topics of discussion during the October meeting of the South Plains College Board of Regents.
Maker space allows students to creatively learn in unique ways
With the newest installation in the Math and Engineering Building on the Levelland campus, students can now produce ideas in a space designed to promote creativity.
Deadline approaches for December graduation applications
Students who are planning to graduate in December need to check with their academic advisor or an advisor at the Advising Center on campus.
Benefit event raises money for Wharton County Junior College
The idea for the Texans Helping Texans benefit concert came up when Dr. Robin Satterwhite, president of South Plains College, approached Dr. Stan DeMerritt, vice president of student affairs, about what, if anything, the college could do to help.
Lubbock Center dishing out new culinary program
The smell of success is in the air as South Plains College plans to offer a new degree program starting next year.
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