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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 […]
Freshman aspires for local entrepreneur legacy
Steven Cabrera plans on creating the next big thing for the Levelland community. Cabrera, a Lubbock native, is working toward an associate’s degree in business at South Plains College. Humble and dedicated, the 21-year-old has […]
Faith leads alum degree in human services
by REBEKAH HARVEY For Melinda Ledesma, Levelland has always been home. She was born and raised in Levelland. She first attended St. Michael’s Catholic School, before transferring to the Levelland school system. After graduating from Levelland […]
Professor pens urban fantasy novel
by REBEKAH HARVEY For Stephen Sanders, South Plains College has always been a part of his life. Sanders, who was born in Lubbock, lived in Levelland until he graduated from SPC with his Associate of […]
Traveling frequently promotes personal growth
Traveling is a great way to learn and gain new experiences throughout life. I enjoy traveling very much. I have traveled so much growing up, and every time I travel or go somewhere new I […]
Green New Deal aiming to reduce carbon emissions entirely
A bill to reduce America’s impact on global climate change is being developed by Democrats, much to the dismay of the many Republicans who claim it isn’t feasible or even that it’s radical. The Green […]
Track teams continue to impress at halfway mark in outdoor season
The South Plains College men’s and women’s track teams captured seven event titles in their last meat, which marked the halfway point of the outdoor season. The David Noble Relays were held on April 6 […]
Miller captures all-around title at Western Texans College Rodeo
The South Plains College women’s rodeo team placed first in the team standings, while the men placed third at the Western Texas College Rodeo. The event was held April 4 – April 6 in Snyder. […]
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 […]
Alum discovers passion for art following advice from professor
by REBEKAH HARVEY Many college students know what it is like to change their major. For Catherine Argueta, changing her major was also part of her college experience. Argueta was born and raised in Lubbock. […]
Former student become published speech professor
by REBEKAH HARVEY Before becoming a professor at South Plains College, Kelley Finley was a student who was involved in many campus organizations. After getting her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Wayland Baptist University and […]
Women place third at NJCAA National Indoor Championship
Freshman Dorcus Ewoi was crowned the national champion in the women’s mile run, while the South Plains College women’s track and field team took home the bronze medal in the team standings at the NJCAA […]
Texans make Final Four appearance at NJCAA National Championship
After capturing a national title a year ago, the South Plains College men’s basketball team advanced to the 2019 NJCAA Division I National Championship Tournament, but fell short after reaching the final four. The second-seeded […]
Teams impress at Sweetwater Rodeo
The South Plains College men’s and women’s rodeo teams won three events at the Ranger College Rodeo, drawing them closer to the top of the Southwest Region . The Lady Texans finshed third on the […]
Loot, pillage in sandbox pirate adventure game ‘Sea of Thieves’
Sail the seas and take what you want in Rare Interactive’s sandbox pirate adventure, “Sea of Thieves.” “Sea of Thieves” gives players balanced options that are rarely seen in the gaming industry today. For example, […]
Former student pursues business endeavors in Thailand
by REBEKAH HARVEY Before deciding to move to Thailand, Devin Hargrove was an unconventional college student. Hargrove, who grew up in Lubbock, planned on going into the military after an ROTC program, but medical issues […]
