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Educate Midland offers tips to identify children who are visual, auditory, kinesthetic learners
By Karen Kidd | Jan 13, 2021
Children are visual, auditory or kinesthetic learners and there are ways to figure out which child falls into which learning category, a Midland-based education advocacy group said in a blog post last month.
Midland College pins latest class of nursing school graduates
By Michael Pineda | Jan 7, 2021
A total of 23 Midland College nursing students took part in a ceremony dating back to one of the profession’s greatest names as they took a step from nursing school to nursing practice.
Midland College alum Andrew Reyes shares experiences in athletic training, community college
By William Gibb | Jan 7, 2021
As a Midland College graduate, Andrew "Andy" Reyes returned to teach in a community college environment — a full-circle moment where the student becomes the mentor.
Center of Energy and Economic Diversification to offer boost to Midland small business sector
By Michael Pineda | Jan 7, 2021
A desire to develop small businesses and spur innovation has led the Midland Development Corporation and University of Texas Permian Basin to create an incubator located at the university's Midland campus.
Midland College to offer four learning models for Spring term
By Elle Johnson | Jan 1, 2021
Midland College students will have more options to meet their needs during the 2021 spring semester.
Enrollment now open to Midland ISD's specialized elementary schools
By Karen Kidd | Dec 27, 2020
Enrollment is open for placement in the 2021-22 year in Midland Independent School District's specialized elementary schools that offer curriculums focusing on future careers.
Midland College offers path in life, 'it was the best decision I ever made'
By Michael Pineda | Dec 12, 2020
Lauren Bell has lived in Midland all her life, but it was not until she attended Midland College and participated in Students in Philanthropy that she truly fell for her hometown.
Texas university offers tips about visiting a college before picking a school
By Andy Nghiem | Dec 9, 2020
The University of Texas Permian Basin recently published a list of five reasons visiting a college campus is important before choosing a school to attend.
Engineering Academy at Midland College nearing completion of its third semester
By Andy Nghiem | Dec 9, 2020
Midland College (MC) and Texas A&M University (TAMU) are coming up on the third successful semester of the Texas A&M-Concho Engineering Academy at Midland College, Midland College said in November.
Midlands ISD meets increased online business skills demand with expanded classes
By Elyse Kelly | Dec 3, 2020
In a move to meet the sudden demand for online business skills caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Midlands Independent School District (ISD) is enhancing its digital communication classes.
Odessa College expands degree offerings with support from ExxonMobil
By Caleb Lombardo | Dec 3, 2020
With ExxonMobil's help, Odessa College started offering a four-year bachelor of applied arts and sciences degree in leadership and management.
Falcon Alumni Network president urges fellow Texas alums to give back
By Benjamin Kibbey | Dec 3, 2020
As the Falcon Alumni Network (FAN) president, the University of Texas Permian Basin’s (UTPB) alumni association, Cassandra Wilcox recently urged her fellow alums to find their way to give back to the university.
Midland ISD English Learner’s department has 185 students pass assessment
By Benjamin Kibbey | Dec 2, 2020
The Midland Independent School District (ISD) recently reported a significant achievement for its English Learner’s (EL) department, with almost four times as many students passing their English Language proficiency assessment.
UT of the Permian Basin recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month
By Elyse Kelly | Oct 23, 2020
The University of Texas of the Permian Basin (UTPB) observed Hispanic Heritage Month with several activities meant to celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Americans' diversity and cultures.
Midland ISD celebrates crossing guard on Walk to School Day
By Elle Johnson | Oct 21, 2020
After retirement, Donny Rains found a new purpose as the crossing guard at Rusk Elementary School.
TEA program gives Midland educators opportunity to pursue higher education
By Kyla Asbury | Oct 11, 2020
A program by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) will help Midland Independent School District's plan to keep a local talent pipeline, according to a news release from the school district.
Vet hopes to make University of Texas Permian Basin top choice for military-friendly schools
By Elyse Kelly | Oct 11, 2020
University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) recently acquired a new coordinator of Veteran and Foster Alumni Services and School Certifying Official.
Midland College WRTTC receives award from rotary organization in memory of former student
By Kimberly James | Oct 11, 2020
The Fort Stockton Rotary Club has created and awarded a scholarship in memory of Lindsey Horton.
Nonprofit praises those in recovery from alcohol, drug abuse
By David Beasley | Sep 30, 2020
Nonprofit group Communities in Schools of the Permian Basin recently gave a shout-out on its Facebook page to those who are recovering from alcohol and drug abuse.
Midland College outreach program challenges students to grow
By David Beasley | Sep 29, 2020
Midland College students are growing their own. Succulent plants, that is.