Mark Gottschalk did not hesitate to rush back to South Plains College when he heard the library director position was available. Gottschalk worked at SPC’s Library on the Levelland campus for four […]
Library exhibits highlights Latino WWII veterans

A new exhibit at the Library on the Levelland campus of South Plains College honors Latino World War II veterans. Looking for an exhibit that would fit in SPC’s open Library space, […]
Gililland crowned Miss Caprock at annual scholarship pageant

Rebecca Gililland was crowned Miss Caprock during the 61st annual scholarship pageant at South Plains College. The event was held on Nov. 16 in the Tom T. Hall Recording and Production Studio […]
Annual campus report shows increase in crime

The annual crime report for South Plains College for 2017 shows an increase of burglary, drug and alcohol violations on campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime […]
Beloved professor remembered for kind heart

Dr. Annette E. Smith, a beloved professor at South Plains College, is fondly remembered for her joyous spirit and kind heart. Dr. Smith passed away November 11, 2018. A visitation was held […]
Rangel retiring after 44 years of service at SPC

Finding a dream job can be hard for some people, but not for Andrea Rangel. Rangel has been helping students at South Plain College for 44 years and is planning to retire […]
Ninth annual stocking drive benefits children, teens during holidays

For the ninth consecutive year, the South Plains College Reese Center Library is organizing a stocking drive for children in need. The idea for the stocking drive came from students working in […]
Speaker teaches Native American heritage through art of storytelling

by Geneva Natal As a way to represent the different cultures at South Plains College, there was a Native American Heritage Celebration, featuring a storyteller. Eldrena Douma (th-ow-oo-ma) talked about Native […]
Applying past job skills, new Health and Wellness director empowers coworkers

The Health and Wellness Center at South Plains College has a new director with a goal of helping students. Crystal Gilster, the new director, explained that she was raised in counseling and […]
President discusses enrollment during annual address

Enrollment, plans for remodeling the Science Building and a pathway for students to Texas Tech University were among the topics discussed by Dr. Robin Satterwhite during the third annual State of the […]
Cruz travels to Lubbock for rally before Election Day

by Debra Montandon “Raider Power” is the chant that began to turn this gathering into a pepped-up rally. The excitement grew as a crowd was waiting for the arrival Senator Ted […]
Texan ID now available on cell phone
Students at South Plains College now have the option of having their Texan ID card on their cell phones. The ability to have the IDs on TouchNet OneCard was made available to […]
Biology Club helps with monarch migration tracking efforts

Every year, monarch butterflies travel more than 3,000 miles before winter for a warmer climate. The South Plains College Biology Club and Dr. Scott Starr, biology instructor, tagged 25 monarchs during their […]
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 […]