Suicide is a major public health concern.  In 2020, suicide was the 12th leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 45,900 people.  Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable.  Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives.  Watch this video on Suicide Prevention for practical ways to help someone thinking about suicide:

 

 

If you are in crisis and need immediate help please contact the crisis centers listed below:

 

Emergency Assistance Call: 911

 

SPC Campus Police

Office: (806) 716-2396

24 Hour Phone: (806) 891-8883

 

STARCARE: (Levelland, Lubbock Area)

Provides Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, Adult and Child Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Treatment

24 Hour Crisis Line: (806) 740-1414

Toll Free: (800) 687-7581

1950 Aspen Ave.

Lubbock, TX 79040

 

CENTRAL PLAINS CENTER: (Plainview)

Provides Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, Adult and Child Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Treatment

24 Hour Crisis Line: (800) 687-1300

2700 Yonkers

Plainview, TX 79072

 

Contact Lubbock Suicide Hotline

24 Hour Hotline: (800) 273-8255

National Text Line: 741741

 

Women’s Protective Services

24 Hour Crisis Line: (806) 747-6491

Toll Free: (800) 736-6491

 

National Domestic Violence Hotline

(800) 799-SAFE (7233)

(800) 787-3224 (TTY)

 

Sexual Assault Help

Voice of Hope

24 Hour Hotline: (806) 763-RAPE (7273)

Phone: (806) 763-3232

Fax: (806) 763-180

 

Going to therapy as a college student can greatly improve your well-being, both now and in the future. Even if your concerns seem small or typical, they're still valid - and talking to someone who listens and guides you can ease your stress. Counseling can support you through a wide range of challenges from choosing a major to navigating mental health issues, and everything in between.

Counseling Services are free for all current students and are completely confidential. Appointments are available both in-person and online, accessible to students on all campuses.

Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm Monday - Friday

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 806-716-2529 or email rcanon@southplainscollege.edu

Common personal concerns include:

• Adjusting to college
• Stress/anxiety
• Test anxiety
• Depression
• Low self-esteem
• Life transitions (e.g.: leaving home, graduation, marriage, having children)
• Relationship concerns (e.g.: romantic relationships, roommates, friends, parents)
• LGBTQIA+ concerns
• Discrimination
• Loss and grieving
• Eating disorders
• Sexual Abuse, sexual assault and sexual harrassment
• Alcohol/drug use

Common Career Concerns include:

• Indecision about an academic major
• Dissatisfaction with current major
• Lack of knowledge about an occupation or career field
• Interest in bachelor or graduate education

Other reasons may include:

• Frequently missed classes
• Eating disturbances, such as appetite loss or compulsive eating
• Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or excessive sleeping
• Inability to concentrate
• Unexplained crying or emotional outbursts
• Social withdrawal
• Restlessness or irritability
• Significant behavior changes
• Change in academic performance
• Confusion or thinking disturbance
• Thoughts of suicide:  Comments and threats of suicide should always be taken seriously

Student Health Clinic

Effective Spring 2025:

South Plains College offers all students taking at least one (1) semester hour in-person on the Levelland Campus a medical treatment center with the services of a licensed nurse practitioner.  The Student Health Clinic is located in the Health & Wellness Center adjacent to the Technology Center.  Eligible students needing to schedule an appointment should contact the Student Health Clinic at 806-716-2576.  

Hours:  Monday thru Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

If the student has health insurance, the clinic will file a claim but no co-payment or balance will be collected. 

 

The Student Health Clinic is closed during the summer. 

Download a Community Medical Resources list.

Students with an identified disability have access to accommodations to help them be successful at SPC. For information on our services see below:  More

 

Levelland Campus
Phone: (806) 716-2577 

 

Lubbock Downtown, Reese, Lubbock CTE Center, and Plainview Campuses:
Phone: (806) 716-4675 Email: dvalles@southplainscollege.edu

In accordance to the guidelines established by the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, our prevention program addresses the following areas: standards of conduct, health risks of alcohol and drugs, legal sanctions, additional resources and assistance, and early warning signs.  More

 

What is Texas Education Code 51.982?

Click here to see full code.

The Texas Education Code 51.982 protects parenting students from: being forced out of school; limiting their studies; attending an alternative program; changing their major, degree, or certificate program; and being forced into or out of any particular course, activity, or program based solely on their parenting status or "issues related to the student's pregnancy or parenting."

What are Title IX Pregnancy and Parenting Accommodations?

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX states that no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be, subjected to discrimination under any education program of activity receiving Federal financial assistance.

Title IX also provides for equal educational opportunities for pregnant and parenting students. It prohibits educational institutions from discriminating against students based on pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery from any of these conditions. It also prohibits schools from applying any rule related to a student's parental, family or marital status that treats students differently based on their sex.

U.S. Department of Education - Supporting the Academic Success of Pregnant and Parenting Students:  Under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/pregnancy.pdf

• Where do I begin the Title IX Pregnancy and Parenting Accommodations request?  Click here.
• Where do I access Parenting Resources?  Click here.
• Where do I find Lactating/Nursing Mother Information? Click here.

If you have any questions regarding your rights as a pregnant or parenting student, please contact
SPC Health & Wellness office at 806-716-2529 or email rcanon@southplainscollege.edu.

 

The South Plains College Emergency Resources Listing is where you can find community food assistance, help paying bills, legal assistance, healthcare and much more. This list provides information on community resources and specific qualification requirements.

You may access the most current list for the Levelland/Lubbock area at the QR code below or the pdf here. If you would like to meet with a H&W representative to discuss referral options please contact the South Plains College Health & Wellness Center at 806-716-2529 to schedule an appointment.

The Texan Food Pantry provides non-perishable food and toiletries to any currently enrolled South Plains College student or employee who need a little extra help. 

For more information, CLICK HERE

Make a request to the Texan Food Pantry

Interested in donating to the Texan Food Pantry? See what is needed here

We want your experience at SPC to be positive and safe as we all return to campus. SPC will continue to provide the best possible educational experience. View our COVID Response here

First Step/Non-traditional Student Scholarship

First Step Program

The First Step Program is designed to assist students enrolled in CAREER and TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS:

• Financial assistance in the form of gas mileage reimbursement at $15.00 per day
• Financial assistance with childcare at $100.00 per week
• Referrals to additional resources within South Plains College and the surrounding communities

Non-Traditional Program

The Non-Traditional Program is available for students enrolled in CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS traditionally dominated by the opposite gender:

• Financial assistance for program related expenses such as textbooks, uniforms, and supplies
• Encouragement and mentorship
• Connections to additional resources to promote success and program completion
• Supports specific students: Men pursusing careers in Nursing or Cosmetology, and Women entering programs like Automotive Technology or Welding
• The goal of these supports is to empower students breaking gender norms in their fields, helping them thrive in high-demand, highly skilled careers

Eligibility Requirements

• Be enrolled in CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS at South Plains College (Prerequisite courses do not apply.)
• Have completed all Financial Aid paperwork and be eligible for Pell Grant or be able to demonstrate financial unmet need
• Maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Begin working on your first degree plan
• Maintain monthly communication with the counselor
• Must present receipts to verify expenditures
• Reapply each semester
• Submit an Application here.