The Plainsman Press - South Plains College

The announcement came during a regular monthly meeting of the South Plains Board of Regents held Nov. 11. He is resigning as president and making plans for his retirement.

“I’m retiring,” said Dr. McDaniel told the Plainsman Press. “ I am 65 years old, and I am ready to retire.”

Dr. McDaniel was proud to announce, with unanimous vote, that Dr. Kelvin Sharp will succeed him.

Dr. McDaniel has been president of three Texas community colleges in a 25-year span. He has lead SPC for 10 years as it’s third president, and has watched and helped the college grow.

“Serving as president of South Plains College has been the high point of my career,” said Dr. McDaniel.

Just a few of his accomplishments during his tenure include record enrollments, increased use of technology for curriculum and operations, and the merging of partnerships to expand education.

“I know the college will continue to grow and improve with the faculty, students, and staff,” said Dr. McDaniel. “ I am so supportive of the board and know how dedicated they all are to the students’ education.”

When Dr. McDaniel was asked what his plans for retirement were he said that he plans to move to Longview to be near his roots. This is where his wife, Kay, is from and it will allow him to live near his two sons and four grandchildren.

Dr. Sharp began at SPC in 1999 as dean of arts and sciences later promoted to vice president for academic affairs in January 2000. He has his bachelor of science degree in physics and mathematics, a master of arts degree in mathematics and a doctorate in higher education administration.

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Students warned about parking

by Mandy Langford, news editor

The next time that you pull into a handicap parking space even just to run into a building really quick, you had better think twice.

John Wuerflein, campus police chief, has already issued 37 tickets for violations this semester whether the violation occurs on campus or not, this is a city parking violation so the regular $5 ticket will not be issued to these illegal parkers. In Levelland, the fine is set at the minimum of $312, while in other cities the fine can reach more than $500. If the violation is repeated, the price will go up. Last semester, Wuerflein reported, his department issued about 67 handicap parking tickets.

“I write tickets,” Wuerflein. “I don’t give breaks.”

Precautions should be taken to avoid flu

by Shea Chancey, news editor

Flu season is here, so make sure you wash your hands.

Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is an air-borne virus. It can be passed from one person to the next and will stay in your body for three days to a week.

The symptoms of the flu include: body aches, fever, and some nausea. All you want to do is just lie in bed and hope it just goes away. If you have body aches it would not be a bad idea to go see the doctor as soon as possible, according to DeEtte Edens, a registered nurse and coordinator of student health services at South Plains College.

What you can do, if you have any of those symptoms is take: Tylenol, Advil, or something similar to take care of the body aches. Also, drink lots of fluids, get enough rest and eat correctly, Edens said.

The flu can lead to pneumonia, explained.