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 […]
Agriculture careers spotlighted at symposium
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Regents approve Memorandum of Understanding regarding Lubbock City Hall
The Board of Regents at South Plains College approved a Memorandum of Understanding between the college, the City of Lubbock, and Lubbock Economic Development Alliance to explore the possibility of using Lubbock […]
Student Government Association placing recycling bins on campus
The Student Government Association at South Plains College recently has decided recycling bins needed to be placed around campus to improve recycling on campus. The idea came to Jeremiah Patterson, SGA delegate, […]
Two alums Honored as TRIO achievers
National TRIO Day acknowledges the importance of TRIO programs and their impact on students. For two South Plains College alums, this day marks their success as TRIO achievers. National TRIO Day, which […]
Texans defeat Southern Idaho for national title
Unranked going into the National Junior College Athletic Association Region V tournament, the South Plains College men’s basketball team needed to perform at their best to advance to the national tournament. The […]
Sanders emphasizes progressive agenda during Lubbock rally
Financial equality, gun control and health care were among the topics discussed recently by Senator Bernie Sanders during a rally held for Lubbock residents. On March 10, Sanders spoke at the Lubbock […]
Journalism students receive 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 […]
Program helps aspiring beauticians obtain certification, improve skills
For students who are looking to pursue an education and career in the hairstyling industry, the Cosmetology program at South Plains College program has openings for the summer III semester. Orientation for […]
New director of Plainview Center aims for student success, growth
Jolee Dietrich recently was hired as the new director for South Plains College’s Plainview Center. “I wanted to be the director of the Plainview Center so that I could help students realize […]
Culinary Arts Program receives donation from United Supermarkets
The new Culinary Arts Program at South Plains College recently received a significant donation from United Super Markets. United Supermarkets donated $750,000 to the newly-founded program. Not only will this money help […]
Regents approve tuition, fees increase for fall
An increase in tuition and fees, a project proposal for an in-house CDL driver school and emergency management were among the topics discussed during the March meeting of the South Plains College […]
Students, faculty exhibit art, music during ‘The Happening’
A “happening” is a performance, event or situation meant to be considered art – usually performance art. Happenings can be staged anywhere such as at, galleries, theater settings or even on a […]
Former addicts encourage struggling students by sharing experiences
Former addicts recently shared their stories and experiences with students to help inform and empathize with those who need it. “Ask an Addict,” a program offered by the Health and Wellness Center […]
