The Pony 2017 photo book available
The Pony 2017, a hardcover photo memory book, is available for $40. The 52-page professionally printed book was produced by Panola College communication students and includes photos and highlights from one of the most exciting years in Panola College history. Books may be ordered by sending a check or money order to The Pony 2017, c/o Teresa Beasley, Communication Department, Panola College, 1109 West Panola, Carthage, TX 75633. Shipping will be added. Books may also be picked up from the Martha Miller Administration Building. Contact Beasley at tbeasley@panola.edu to make arrangements to purchase the book and pick it up on campus.
Panola takes #1 seed spot in Region XIV Tournament
Panola College beat Navarro two of three to win the series and clinch the 2017 Region IV East Zone Champions. After losing game one Thursday, May 4, in Corsicana, the Ponies returned home to Carthage on Saturday, May 6, and won two straight to take the series in dramatic fashion. With the wins Panola is now 43-11 on the season and finishes conference at 21-9. Panola will now travel to Grand Prairie Texas as a #1 seed in the Region XIV Tournament. Panola will host the #4 seed Blinn College in game three of the tournament at 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 13 at Airhogs Stadium in Grand Prairie.
Panola library hosts reception for Chauncy Williams
On Tuesday, May 2, Panola College hosted a reception in honor of artist Chauncy Williams, Sr. The Panola College alumnus completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas at Tyler. His mixed-media artwork will remain on display in the Fay Allison Gallery of the M.P. Baker Library throughout the summer.
Two Qualify for the College National Finals
Panola’s barrel racer Abby Phillips, of Marshall, TX, and saddle bronc rider Logan Cook, of Alto, TX, have both qualified for the College National Finals Rodeo to be held June 11-17, 2017 in Casper, Wyoming. After a 2nd place finish in the Wharton Rodeo, Abby Phillips and her horse Fame moved to 2nd place in the final standings and is moving on to the C.N.F.R. Logan, who had already secured a spot in the top three in the Saddlebronc Riding before the rodeo even started, posted a 64 point ride Friday night, good enough for 2nd place at the rodeo, and good enough for 2nd place in the final standings.
Jeff Collins named Rodeo Coach of the Year
Jeff Collins, Head Coach of the Panola College Rodeo Team, has been selected as the Southern Region Rodeo Coach of the Year. He was selected by his fellow coaches in the Southern Region. Collins, in his third year at Panola College, has had team members advance to the College National Finals Rodeo each year. This June, two Panola team members will represent the Southern Region in Casper, Wyoming at the CNFR.
Sophomores present instrumental recital
The Panola College Music Department held its last performance of the Music Madness Month on Tuesday night, May 2, as sophomores Destiney Miller and Montana Woodard presented a recital of solo music. This concert is the culmination of their years as students of Larry Edge and Dwaine Hubbard in the Panola College Band. Montana is a graduate of Center High School and will attend UT Tyler in the fall. Destiney is a graduate of Ore City High School and will attend ETBU. Judy Galetar was the accompanist for the Recital and Cheyenne Woodard performed on guitar.
Panola College Offers Beekeeping Class
The Panola College Workforce and Continuing Education division is offering a Beekeeping class on Saturday, May 27, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the Carthage campus. The cost of the class is $25.00 and pre-registration is required. For more information, contact the Continuing Education office at 903-693-2067 or email ce@panola.edu.
Students performed at Instrumental Recital
The Spring 2017 Instrumental Recital was held on April 27 in the Murphy Payne Community Room. Students who performed and their accompanist are pictured left to right: Judy Galetar, accompanist; Urias Quetzala, trombone; Destiney Miller, clarinet; Dakota Brown, french horn and tuba; Valarie Kirkwood, piano; Whitney Thomas, bassoon; Montana Woodard, clarinet; Dillon Reynolds, trumpet; Kirsten Mayfield, clarinet; and Esmarelda Acosta, flute. Not pictured Savana Hanaway, flute.
Latest News from the Pony Express
The Pony 2017 photo book available
The Pony 2017, a hardcover photo memory book, is available for $40. The 52-page professionally printed book was produced by Panola College communication students and includes photos and highlights from one of the most exciting years in Panola College history. The book includes photos and names of fine arts organizations including theatre, instrumental and vocal music, […] […] more
Ponies advance at regional conference
The Ponies defeated Blinn 12-2, ending the game with the 10-run rule in the first round of playoff action at the Region XIV Tournament in Arlington. Student photographer Callie Wright is covering the games for The Pony Express. Here are a few of her shots from game 1. A complete photo gallery from the games […] […] more
Photo Gallery – 2017 Spring Commencement
Congratulations to the 2017 Panola College graduates. Two Commencement ceremonies were held in the A.J. Johnson Gymnasium at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 11. The stormy weather didn’t keep family and friends from turning out to watch their graduates walk across the stage to receive their degrees and certificates. […] more
The Pony 2017 yearbook to be available at Commencement
Panola College Communication Department will offer The Pony 2017, a hardcover photo memory book, at Commencement. Cost for the 52-page professionally printed book will be $40. Communication students will be selling the books at a table in the foyer of the A.J. Johnson Gymnasium. “We were so excited to discover a new way to capture […] […] more
Panola takes #1 seed spot in Region XIV Tournament
EDITOR’S NOTE: Correction on game day – game will be Saturday, May 14. Panola College beat Navarro two of three to win the series and clinch the 2017 Region IV East Zone Champions. After losing game one Thursday, May 4, in Corsicana, the Ponies returned home to Carthage on Saturday, May 6, and won two […] […] more
