Panola College
December 11, 2015 - On Thursday, December 10th, Panola College conducted its 76th commencement at the Carthage Civic Center. Panola College had 251 degree and certificate candidates and 116 of those students participated in the commencement ceremony.
Dr. Joe Shannon, Vice President of Instruction, presented the graduating class of fall 2015 as Dr. Gregory Powell, President of Panola College led the processional of board members, faculty, staff and students in to be seated while “Pomp and Circumstance” was played in the background.
Following the alma mater, sang by Panola College Chorale and directed by Mrs. Sandra Bauer, Dr. Powell welcomed the assembled and gave opening remarks. Following opening remarks, Dr. Powell recognized this year’s outstanding alumnus, Dr. Danny Paul Windham. Dr. Windham is a 1974 graduate of Panola College and has practiced Dentistry in Center, Texas for the last thirty-five years.
Before the awards ceremony, Dr. Shannon certified to Dr. Powell and members of the Panola College Board of Trustees that the 116 graduating students had completed all work necessary to graduate from Panola College.
Following certification of the graduates, Dr. Kathy Watlington, Professor of Foreign Languages began the reading of graduates and Dr. Powell awarded diplomas to the students.
Mr. Freddy Mason, Dean of Liberal Arts & Sciences, gave the benediction to end the ceremony. Dr. Shannon then led the recessional to the closing instrumentals.
Panola College is proud to announce the following Fall 2015 Honor Graduates:
Summa Cum Laude, 3.90 – 4.00
Hannah Mykale Anders, Yesemia Avila, Ryan Bradley Dickinson, Amy Abigail Garcia, Cayman Lea Hawk, Matthew Edward LeTourneau, Kelcie Lauren Oney, Mallory Ann Rawson, Ashley Nicole Sells
Magna Cum Laude, 3.75 – 3.89
Loralee Alsobrook, Christy Eddins Bogs, Cindy Lee Dunnigan, Laura Anne Fryman, Meagan Garrison, Tammy Brownlow Lee, Derek J. Mong, Alejandra Reyes-Farias, Shelbie Brook Townsend, Kyle Dean Walker, Leiyona Young
Cum Laude, 3.50 – 3.74
Jesika LeAnne Anthony, Makenzie Buckner, Mary Fallin Chance, Kelsea Chapman, Angel Ebey, Michael Pate Elliott, Emily Vance Gomez, Angela Christine Gribble, Christopher Keith Henslee, Jason Kyle Henslee, Hernan Hernandez, Sherri Ann Kilpatrick, Taylor Lindsay, Justine Luis, Samantha Ann Marling, Corey Oliver, Julie Michelle Riggs, Carrie A. Veitch
December 11, 2015 - On December 10, 2015, Sue Haynes, Customer Service Representative for AEP SWEPCO, presented Panola College President, Dr. Greg Powell, and Alan Moon, Director of Facilities, with an initial $6,480.50 incentive check for participation in AEP SWEPCO’s SCORE program. SWEPCO SCORE is a no-cost program that supports participating schools reduce peak electricity consumption and corresponding costs.
December 10, 2015 - Carthage, Texas – The Panola men’s basketball team defeated the 25th ranked Blinn College, 91-78. The victory raises their record to 12-3 and 3-1 in Region XIV play. “Our players came out and played an unbelievable second half. They made some great adjustments and were completely locked in after halftime.” Head Coach Grant McMillan stated. “It was another team win. With a 17 day break between practices our guys ended the semester the right way.” He added.
Both teams battled throughout the first half which eventually saw Blinn take a 43-38 halftime lead. Panola started the second half with a 7-0 run to take a 45-43 lead. Using salty defense and steady offense, the Ponies gradually pulled away to take a 13 points lead with just under 4:00 minutes remaining in the ball game. Panola only gave up 35 second half points.
Offensively, Panola was led by five separate players who scored in double figures. Tope Arikawe (Nigeria) led the way with 17 points. Tyonte Robertson (Cincinnati, Ohio) and Jonathan Wiley (Houston) both tallied 16 points. Devyn Wilson (Brooklyn, New York) and Terry Holt (Nashville, Tennessee) scored 12 and 10 points, respectively. Charles Tucker (Lansing, Michigan) dished out 13 assists in the victory. As a team, Panola went 8 for 16 from the three point line and shot 51 percent from the field for the game.
Panola well next be in action on January 2nd when they hit the road to take on San Jacinto College. Tip-off is set for 4:00 PM on the campus of San Jacinto College in Houston, Texas.
December 7, 2015 Lufkin, Texas – The Panola College men’s basketball team defeated Angelina College here Saturday night by a score of 83-66. With the victory, Panola raises their record to 11-3 overall and 2-1 in Region XIV play. “This was an outstanding team win. Our guys battled and competed for the whole 40 minute ball game.” Explained Head Coach Grant McMillan. “It was an unbelievable group effort.” He added.
After a seesaw first half, Panola took a 34-32 halftime lead. Once again, both teams battled back and forth for the first 10 minutes of the second half. Trailing by 2 points with just under 9:00 minutes remaining, Charles Tucker (Lansing, Michigan) took a charge which led to a 33-16 run to finish the game.
Tucker recorded a double-double in the victory netting 19 points and dishing out 10 assists. Jonathan Wiley (Houston, Texas) also recorded a double-double with 10 points and chasing down 18 rebounds. Devyn Wilson (Brooklyn, New York) drilled four, three pointers in the second half in route to 15 points. Terry Holt (Nashville, Tennessee) and Tope Arikawe (Nigeria) both recorded 11 points. Arikawe swatted a team high 10 blocks. As a team, Panola nailed 10 three pointers and chased down 46 total rebounds.
Panola will next be in action this upcoming Wednesday, December 9th when the take on Blinn College. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM at the Arthur Johnson Gymnasium on the campus of Panola College.
December 4, 2015 - The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education division is offering a Paraprofessional Online class beginning on Monday, January 11, 2016 – February 5, 2016. The cost of the class is $250.00 and preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email ce@panola.edu
December 2, 2015 - On December 2, Panola College celebrated 305 years of combined service throughout the careers of many long-term employees at its annual Christmas buffet. Those with 10 years of service include Rebekah Burkhalter, Don Cocklin, Patti Galiano, Johnny Middlebrook, and Dr. Joe Shannon. Employees with 15 years of service are Mary Chance, Dr. Barbara Cordell, Jeremy Dorman, David Godwin, Connie Hockett, Bill Kruger, Dr. Gregory Powell, Patti Rushing, Allen West, Laura Wood, and Bobby Phillips, a Panola College Board of Trustees. Darrell Hudson and Joe Pate have each served 20 years. Ann Boland and Karon O’Neal each have 25 years of service. Dr. Greg Powell, President of Panola College, presented each with a token of the College’s appreciation.
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December 2, 2015 - Panola College instructor, Diantha Renfro, will be teaching Zumba® Gold. This class takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the older participant. Classes will be offered Monday and Wednesday: January 4 – February 10. Classes will be held atShelby College Center. We will be offering two different sessions: 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm and 5:20 pm – 6:20 pm. The cost of the class is $45, and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact Trellis McCann at 936-598-9543 or email tmccann@panola.edu
December 2, 2015 - Carthage, Texas – The Panola men’s basketball team defeated Louisiana Christian here Tuesday night, 107-44. With the victory Panola improves to 10-3 on the season. “This was the first time we came close to putting together a 40 minute ball game.” Mentioned Head Coach Grant McMillian. “It was good to see our team share the ball and fly around tonight.” He added.
Panola came out hot as they took a 54-24 halftime lead. A stellar defensive second half, where the Ponies only allowed 19 points to the opposition, helped lead Panola to the 63 point victory.
All 10 of the Ponies who suited up scored and were led by Devyn Wilson (Brooklyn, New York) with 16 points. Arnus Dautartas (Lithuania) added 15 points and Chan Williams-Bey (Hartford, Connecticut) netted 14. Terry Holt (Nashville, Tennessee) Tyonte Robertson (Cincinnati, Ohio) and Ege Parlar (Turkey) all tallied up 10 points on the night. Charles Tucker (Lansing, Michigan) dished out 10 assists and Jonathan Wiley (Houston, Texas) chased down 13 rebounds. The 107 points scored by the Ponies is a season high. As a team, Panola grabbed 55 rebounds and only committed eight turnovers.
Panola continues Region XIV play when they take on Angelina College this upcoming Saturday, December 5th. Tip-off is set for 4:00 PM on the campus of Angelina College in Lufkin, Texas.
Game 1 - Fillies vs Tallahassee CC
December 1, 2015 - Laura Chavez scored 19 points to lead the Fillies but this was not enough as Panola College fell to Tallahassee Community College 71-55.
Fillies closed out the first half being down 26-23 after going on 10-2 run. Tallahassee Community College scored 37 points in the final two quarters of the game which helped them clinch the win.
Also scoring for Panola College were Kia Fisker (8 points), R'Trevia Randolph (7 points), Destiney Johnson (6 points), Teanna Frances Henderson (4 points),Charlynn Perry (3 points), Amanda Cruz, Genesis Rivera and Raemeisha Claxton (2 points each).
Game 2 - Fillies vs Texas Storm
Although J'Lene Martinez had a solid game with 26 points, Panola College fell short to Texas Storm 75-68. Texas Storm clinched their lead in the fourth quarter on a three-pointer.
At halftime the Fillies were up 34-26 and a 22-point second quarter on the strength of an 12-5 run on was not enough for Fillies to overcome Texas Storm's 36 points in the final two quarters of the game.
Martinez lead the Fillies offense with 26 points, scoring nine during the second period making eight three-pointers for the game.
Teanna Frances Henderson was the second leading scorer with 13 points. Kia Fisker ended the game 12 points going four of four from the free throw line. Also chipping in for Panola College were Laura Chavez (8 points), Raemeisha Claxton (6 points), and Charlynn Perry (2 points) and Amanda Cruz (1 point).
The Fillies look to take action again Tuesday, December 1 at 5:30 pm against UT Tyler at the Arthur Johnson gymnasium.
November 30, 2015 Lufkin, Texas - The Panola men’s basketball won both their games over the weekend at the Guy Davis/Coca Cola Thanksgiving Classic in Lufkin, Texas over the weekend. With the victories, Panola raises their record to 9-3. “With the holiday, hitting the road, and a different routine, our guys found ways to win.” Head Coach Grant McMillan stated. “I am looking forward to this final stretch heading into our Christmas break.” He added.
Game 1 - Panola Vs. Cedar Valley College
On Friday afternoon, Panola defeated Cedar Valley College 70-68. The Ponies took a 38- 30 halftime lead and held off a late surge for the victory. Tope Arikawe (Nigeria) shot a perfect 8 for 8 from the field to lead the Panola offense. Arikawe finished the game with 17 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Terry Holt (Nashville, Tennessee) also scored in double-figures adding 13 points. Charles Tucker (Lansing, Michigan) dished out 10 assists in the victory. As a team, Panola grabbed 46 rebounds and assisted 29 shots.
Game 2 - Panola Vs. Houston Tomball
Saturday, Panola defeated Houston Tomball 96-87. The Ponies only led by 3 at halftime, 43-40 but extended their lead to 14 points on multiple occasions in the second half. Jonathan Wiley (Houston, Texas) went on an offensive outburst scoring 24 points and chasing down 18 rebounds. Charles Tucker recorded a double-double scoring 17 points and dishing out 12 assists. Chan Williams-Bey (Hartford, Connecticut) also scored in double-figures adding 15. As a team, the Ponies shot 53 percent from the field and grabbed a season high 58 rebounds
Panola will next be in action this upcoming Tuesday, December 1st when they Take on Louisiana Christian Prep at home. Tip-off is set for 7:30 PM on the Campus of Panola College.
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