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November 19, 2015 - Panola College students visited the Dallas Museum of Art on Thursday, Nov. 12, through a grant funded by the Panola College Foundation. Art Professor Ann Boland wrote the grant to provide students the opportunity to experience a large city museum. Humanities, photography, and Spanish students also participated.
“We are grateful to the Panola College Foundation for this grant,” Boland said. “Museums give students an opportunity to interact and engage in the visual arts. For many students, this is their first experience in visiting a museum, and, hopefully, will be the beginning of a life-long interest.”
Students who attended included Nathan Allred, Kristina Almeida, Jarid Barton, Ani Buongiorne, Sarahi Contreras, Travis Corley, Melissa Crooks, Melissa Espinoza, Miguel Garcia, Jessica Gherts, Monique Glasper, Katie Golden, Rogelio Gonzalez, Morgan Greenman, LaRaysha Hall, Laurin Hammons, Tammy Johnson, Christie Liles, Clarissa Menefee, Mia Sartor, Samuel Slone, Addison Smalley, Carlie Smith, Lauren Williams, Magdalene Yoerger, Maddy Youngblood, and Jenna Yule.
Faculty and administrators who accompanied the students were Boland; Dr. Kathy Watlington, Spanish professor; Teresa Beasley, humanities and communication professor, and Tryphena Bledsoe, director of institutional planning and research.
Admission to the permanent collection at the Dallas Museum of Art is free. In addition to art works from around the world, the museum features a comprehensive exhibit of works from North America, including ancient native cultures. A special exhibit in progress this month is entitled “Form/Unformed – Design from 1960 to the Present.” Other free exhibits include “Spirit and Matter: Masterpieces from the Keir Collection of Islamic Art,” and a unique exhibit, “Concentrations 59: Mirror Stage, Visualizing the Self After the Internet.” Special exhibitions, which require an admission fee, include “Inca: Conquest of the Andes,” “International Pop,” and, opening on November 20, “Jackson Pollock: Blind Spots.”
Christie Liles, a nursing student, said this was her first time to visit a major museum. “It opens our minds up to the possibility to so much other beautiful things in the world outside of a small town,” she said.
Jarid Barton said his favorite exhibit at the museum was a thumb piano in the Asian/African exhibit hall. “It had musical appeal and we were allowed to play it,” he said. “I enjoyed having exposure to different cultures both in and out of the museum.”
Clarissa Menefee enjoyed the examples of intricate vases because of the incredible detail in their construction. She said having a chance to visit the Dallas Museum for the first time “teaches you about other cultures and exposes you to other things outside of our small town.”
While this was her first time to visit the Dallas Museum of Art, student Ani Buongiorne, who is from Dry Creek, Alaska, has visited The Prado and the British Museum. She said her favorite exhibit at the Dallas Museum was a glass chair in the exhibit about the 1960s. “I loved how the roses were set inside the glass. You could see every angle.” She added that the benefit of visiting a major museum is that the experience “broadens your creative horizons and allows you to see how other people think.”
November 18, 2015 - The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education division is offering REFIT classes November 23 – December 19, 2015. The class will meet Monday and Thursday from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The class is free but pre-registration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email ce@panola.edu.
November 18, 2015 - Teanna Frances Henderson and Kia Fisker scored 17 points apiece, helping Panola College notch a 91-77 victory over UT Tyler on Tuesday night.
With a powerful 29-point second quarter on the strength of a 22-4 run, Fillies pulled ahead and eventually garnered a 43-25 lead by halftime. Fisker contributed 17 points for Panola College, scoring eight during the first period. Frances Henderson also had the edge for Panola College's offense, scoring 17 points, including six during the third period.
Two other players also racked up double digit scores for Panola College. Destiney Johnson contributed 12 points. Laura Chavez (12 points) and J'Lene Martinez (9 points) each had multiple three-pointers. Also helping the effort for Panola College were Amanda Cruz (6 points), R'Trevia Randolph (5 points), Genesis Riveria (3 points), Denasia Watson (2 points), and Charlynn Perry (2 points).
The Fillies look to take action again Saturday, November 21st with a conference opener in the new Arthur Johnson Gymnasium against Coastal Bend College at 2pm.
November 17, 2015 - Panola College rodeo team traveled to Conroe, TX this weekend for the fifth and final rodeo of the fall season. The rodeo was held indoors the ground was good and dry and made for a very even competition. The rodeo at Conroe was the first of the year to have a short round, where the top ten in each event come back for a second run. This makes for a two head competition, which pays an average and increases the very important team points.
Taylor Gooch started the women’s team off with a great run in the goat tying by posting a 7.7 run on her goat in the long go. The time was fast enough to secure a eighth place split and qualify her for the short go round. In the short round she made another great run of 7.3 seconds, winning fourth in the short go. The total time of 15 seconds moved her to fifth in the total average. Taylor returned to Panola College after a two year break from competition. She is returning to winning form and is expected to be among the leaders for the rest of the season.
Cody Wright just keeps on coming, this week it was in the team roping. Cody and his partner knocked out a fast time of 7.3 seconds fast enough for a fourth place split in long go round. The team then posted a time of 11.4 seconds in the short go round, good enough to hang on to fourth in the short go. The total time on two head was 18.7 seconds and was strong enough to win fourth in the average. Wright is an all-around cowboy, entering on both ends of the arena, rough stock and timed events. Cody is a great athlete that will be heavily counted on in the Spring to help the men’s team reach their goal by qualifying for the CNFR in Casper, WY.
In the world’s most dangerous event, the bull riding, Fulton Rutland really shined. Fulton was the only man to ride his long go round bull with a score of 73 points. The only competitor to achieve success in the long go gave him the automatic win in the average, but there where points left on the table for the short-go round. The short go, well known for having the rankest stock, was a one man show. Rutland was able to capitalize and ride his short go round bull for a score of 77 points. Fulton, who has been extremely focused this year, moved himself to number three in the regional standings. Fulton has a very good work ethic and has set his goal for a regional title.
The Panola College rodeo team has some time to heal up and prepare for Spring semester. The next competition will be in Athens, Texas. Feb. 12-13.
November 16, 2015 Carthage, Texas - In the first game of the newly renovated Arthur Johnson Gymnasium, the Panola College men’s basketball team defeated Creative Young Minds (CYM), 86-64. With the win, the Ponies improve their record to 5-2. “It was a really awesome experience for our team. The gym looks amazing and it was good to win the home opener.” Stated Head Coach Grant McMillan. “We did a good job in the second half holding our opponent to 27 total points and we found ways to share the ball on offense.” He added.
Panola jumped out to a 33-23 point lead with just under 7:00 minutes to play in the first half but CYM closed the gap to 41-37 heading into the locker room. CYM tied the ball game on two separate occasions to start the second half but could never take the lead. Panola gradually pulled away throughout the rest of the game.
The Ponies were led by Devyn Wilson (Brooklyn, New York) with 20 points. Other scorers in double-figures where Tope Arikawe (Nigeria) with 15, Chan Williams-Bey (Hartford, Connecticut) with 14, Terry Holt (Nashville, Tennessee) with 12 and Charles Tucker (Lansing, Michigan) with 11. Arikawe chased down 11 rebounds and Tucker dished out 10 assists to record double-doubles. As a team, Panola shot 52 percent from the field and passed out 27 assists.
Next in action, Panola travels to Levelland, Texas to take on nationally ranked South Plains College on Monday, November 16th. Tip-off is set for 6:30 PM on the Campus of South Plains College.
November 16, 2015 - Panola College defeated Collin County College 90-88 in triple overtime on Friday.
Fillies fell behind early, trailing 36-33 by the half, only to come back strong in the final two quarters, with a game-high 21 points in the third quarter. After being up by 11 with just four and a half minutes left in the fourth quarter the fillies lost the lead and ended the quarter being tied 69-69 to end regulation. Panola College gained some momentum late in the game and was able to battle through three overtimes and come out with a win.
Laura Chavez had a good game managing to score 33 points, which twenty-four of those points came from behind the arc. She was also strong from the line, sinking 70% (7-for-10) of free throws attempted.
Two other players also added ten or more points for Panola College. Kia Fisker contributed 20 points and 7 rebounds. J'Lene Martinez put up three, three-pointers and scored 14 points total. Also helping the effort for Panola College were Amanda Cruz (8 points),Raemeisha Claxton (5 points, 9 rebounds), Charlynn Perry (5 points), Genesis Riveria (3 points), and Teanna Frances-Henderson (2 points).
The Fillies look to take action again tomorrow November 14th against Cisco College at 12pm in the TJC Classic in Tyler, TX..
Panola College defeated Collin County College 90-88 in triple overtime on Friday.
November 16, 2015 - Fillies fell behind early, trailing 36-33 by the half, only to come back strong in the final two quarters, with a game-high 21 points in the third quarter. After being up by 11 with just four and a half minutes left in the fourth quarter the fillies lost the lead and ended the quarter being tied 69-69 to end regulation. Panola College gained some momentum late in the game and was able to battle through three overtimes and come out with a win.
Laura Chavez had a good game managing to score 33 points, which twenty-four of those points came from behind the arc. She was also strong from the line, sinking 70% (7-for-10) of free throws attempted.
Two other players also added ten or more points for Panola College. Kia Fisker contributed 20 points and 7 rebounds. J'Lene Martinez put up three, three-pointers and scored 14 points total. Also helping the effort for Panola College were Amanda Cruz (8 points),Raemeisha Claxton (5 points, 9 rebounds), Charlynn Perry (5 points), Genesis Riveria (3 points), and Teanna Frances-Henderson (2 points).
The Fillies look to take action again tomorrow November 14th against Cisco College at 12pm in the TJC Classic in Tyler, TX.
November 16, 2015 - Both teams went toe-to-toe on Saturday, with Panola College outlasting Cisco College 62-59. Charlynn Perry was strong from the field for Fillies, ending the game with 12 points. Also contributing for Panola College were Laura Chavez (10 points), Raemeisha Claxton & Amanda Cruz both had 8 points apiece, J'Lene Martinez & Genesis Riveria goes for 7 points apiece, Kia Fisker (6 points), Teanna Frances-Henderson (2 points), and Denasia Watson (2 points). Destiney Johnson was a big defensive contributor as well, racking up four rebounds.
The Fillies look to take action again November 17th against UT Tyler at 6pm in Tyler, TX.
November 13, 2015 - The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved Panola College’s request to offer Urban Forestry for the Spring Semester 2016. Panola College will offer a certificate in Urban Forestry, said Natalie Oswalt, Dean of Professional and Technical Programs. The two-semester certificate offered through the Department of Workforce & Continuing Education will prepare students for the fastest growing segment of the forestry profession: urban and community forestry. The program supports House Bill 5, passed by the Texas Legislature to encourage technical education.
Panola College is working with a team of forest industry leaders to develop additional concentrations in Forest Management, and Forest Fire and Protection.
Panola College invited representatives from industry, state and federal agencies to serve on an advisory board when planning the new program. Serving on that board are Jim Crooks, U.S. Forest Service; Ken Smith, Hancock Forest Management; Chris Adams, Bird Forestry; Justin Penick, Acorn Forestry; Rodney Schroeder, American Forestry Management; Ron Hufford, Texas Forestry Association; John Boyette, Texas A&M Forest Service; John Beasley, Forest AFC; Loren Risner, Texas Forest Service, retired; James Houser, Farmers National Co.; Wanda Risner, Risner Forestry; Todd Springer, Crest National Resources; David Grassi, Crest National Resources; Phil Gates, Texas Forest Service; Stephen McInnis, Southern Power; John Lock, Campbell Global; Joe Shaw, The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Jack Swayze, The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Hans Williams, Stephen F. Austin State University, and Gordon Holley, Louisiana Tech University.
The U.S. Forest Service says Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) focuses on stewardship of urban natural resources, including parks, landscaped streets, public gardens, river and coastal greenbelts, wetlands, nature preserves, natural areas, shelter trees and other natural areas. According to the U.S. Forest Service, trees cool cities, save energy, improve air quality, strengthen local economies, reduce storm water runoff, improve social connections, and create walkable communities.
Currently, 80 percent of the nation’s population resides in urban areas. Conserving natural resources can make a positive impact on the environment, social and economic issues in these densely populated areas.
“This new certificate will provide students with the necessary credentials to find jobs in this growing field,” said Dr. Joe Shannon, Vice President of Instruction. “Graduates qualify for positions as natural resources technicians in outdoor national venues including city parks and recreation, state governmental agencies, industrial parks, corporations, master-planned communities, and timber companies.”
Coursework will teach students how to manage and produce forest resources, tree identification, timber measurement, logging and timber harvesting, forest propagation and regeneration, forest fire-fighting, equipment operation and maintenance, record-keeping, sales, purchasing, operations, and personnel supervision.
Government agency and industry support for the program is strong. Advisory board members cited an aging forestry workforce and the need for new forestry technicians, especially those with field experience and skills in fire management.
“If we receive an application that has a two-year degree in forestry, they go to the top of the list,” said John Beasley, Forest AFC.
Phil Gates, Texas Forest Service, said, “I did a job search before I came to this meeting and 150 technician jobs were shown. There are jobs out there and the students need to be mobile. Fire training is a main skill they would need.”
Davey Tree’s Joe Shaw said, “Urban forestry and herbicide training is a huge need. We have 8,000 employees and our goal for 2020 is to have 11,000 employees. As of right now, that is impossible because we would not be able to find educated applicants. I see a need for this program.”
Dr. Hans Williams, Interim Dean of the Arthur Temple College of Forestry & Agriculture at Stephen F. Austin State University, encouraged Panola to establish a program with transferable hours. “The job market in forestry is good. We are getting calls for urban foresters. We have 10 to 15 students in the Urban Forestry Program and as soon as they graduate they obtain a good job. We have a 100 percent employment rate.”
In spring 2016, students may take Plant Science, Natural Resource Communications, Introduction to Forestry, Energy Math and Computer Skills, and Wildlife Conservation and Management. For more information about enrolling in the forestry program, contact Dr. Joe Shannon at 903-693-2033 or via email at jshannon@panola.edu or Dean Natalie Oswalt at 936-591-9075 or via email at noswalt@panola.edu.
November 12, 2015 - James Suber has signed a National Letter of Intent to Cal State University at Bakersfield. The Road Runners are a Division One Program that plays in the WAC Conference. James is a forward for the Ponies this season and is a Division One Transfer from Niagara University in New York. Suber is originally from Philadelphia, PA where he was an All City player his Senior Year for Philadelphia E&T High School.
This is Panola College’s first Division One Signee since 2010.
"Our staff is so happy for James. He has put in a tremendous amount of work in the pre-season to get to this point, and this is a testament to all that work. He is a junkyard dog that will have a big impact on the glass and in the post in the WAC Conference. He will be an outstanding ambassador for Panola College for years to come," stated Grant McMillan, Men’s Head Basketball Coach for Panola College.
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