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Running in the Dark 5K Run Benefiting the Recording Library of West Texas

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Odessa, Texas/September 8, 2025- This is DRB MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS DIGITAL NEWS, I’m David Gomez. A non-profit organization is having a 5K Run this Saturday, September 13th at Midland College. Danny Barrera has the story.  

The Recording Library of West Texas will be hosting a 5K Run at Midland College on Saturday, September 13th beginning at 6pm. All proceeds benefit the various programs that the Recording Library of West Texas offers. 

(Megan Powell, Marketing Director-Recording Library of West Texas/Midland, Texas) 

This year marks the First Annual Running in the Dark, an event that evolved from the former ‘Dining in the Dark,’ a three-course meal with wine pairings. The run takes place this Saturday, aligning with the 16th of September Celebration. 

(Megan Powell, Marketing Director-Recording Library of West Texas/Midland, Texas) 

To register for the Running In The Dark 5K Run event go to recordinglibrary.org. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

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Midland College Hosts Science Extravaganza 2025

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Midland, Texas/March 31, 2025-Midland College hosted the annual Science Extravaganza 2025. Around 1,300 sixth grade students from MISD engaged in an exciting, interactive and hands-on science experience. 

(Michael Dixon, Provost-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

This year, MC’s Science Extravaganza features activities that include explosive chemistry experiments, an obstacle course, fingerprinting and other fun activities. 

(Lori Halpon, Executive Director-College and Career Connections-C3/Midland, Texas) 

Midland College faculty also interacted with the 6th Graders giving the students a glimpse into college life and the importance of STEM Education. 

(Tasha Melcher, C3 Coach-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

The morning and the afternoon sessions concluded with a Grand Finale and an interactive demonstration designed to leave students with a desire to learn more about science. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

UT Permian Basin & Midland College Partner to Strengthen Future Educators

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On Tuesday, May 7th the University of Texas Permian Basin and Midland College signed an agreement establishing an Education Pathway. 

This partnership will address the growing need for teachers in the region. 

(Dr. Damon Kennedy, MC President-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

The MC to UTPB Education Pathway allows students to earn their associate degree at Midland College and then seamlessly transfer to the University of Texas Permian Basin to earn their Bachelor of Arts in Education 

(Dr. Damon Kennedy, MC President-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

UTPB is committed to graduating the next generation of educators who will inspire, innovate and shape the future of education. 

(Sandra Woodley, University President-UT Permian Basin/Odessa, Texas) 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera  

 

Midland College holds Science Extravaganzaa for Midland ISD Elementary Students

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Midland, Texas/April 29, 2024-Midland College recently hosted “Science Extravaganza” for Midland ISD Elementary students. The purpose of the science event is to get them involved, not only in math and science, but other life sciences. 

(Michael Dixon, Vice President of Instruction-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

Midland College is always reaching out to school-age children through various events to inform students of the many opportunities the college offers for post-graduation. 

(Michael Dixon, Vice President of Instruction-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

STEM education is a priority for Midland College and know that the Oil and Gas industry is dependent on employees knowing math, science and technology. 

(Michael Dixon, Vice President of Instruction-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

Midland College will have a taskforce in the fall that will investigate Artificial Intelligence, how it will affect academia and how to teach it to the next generation of students and how to use it in a proper and ethical way. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

 

  

 

Education Partnership of the Permian Basin Launches the Permian Basin Innovation Zone

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Midland, Texas/October 19, 2023-The Education Partnership of the Permian Basin launched the Permian Basin Innovation Zone also known as PBIZ. This ground-breaking collaborative is designed to expand opportunities to Rual students in the Permian Basin. 

(Dr. Adrian Vega, Executive Director-Education Partnership of the Permian Basin/Odessa-Midland, Texas) 

McCamey ISD, Buena Vista ISD, Grandfalls-Royality ISD, and Crane ISD in partnership with Odessa College and Midland College will create pathways to provide high-level, high-quality education opportunities for rural students. 

(Kevin Sparks, State Senator District 31, Texas) 

Two Freshman students from Buena Vista ISD described the benefits and disadvantages of being a student in a small school. 

(Berkley Meadows, Freshman-Buena Vista ISD/Imperial, Texas) 

(Eli Schoenfeldt, Freshman-Buena Vista ISD/Imperial, Texas) 

The goal of the Permian Basin Innovation Zone is to partner with rural school districts that are near each other, and by obtaining resources to provide a central location that rural students can get to for high quality education. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera. 

Midland College Holiday Evening A Free Community Event

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Midland, Texas/December 6, 2022-Midland College recently hosted a free Holiday Evening at the Allison Fine Arts Building. Families and their children had the opportunity to take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus.  

(Santa Claus) 

Families and guests were able to purchase a chili dinner, with proceeds benefiting the Alumni scholarships. 

(Erin Casey-Richardson, Director of Scholarships & Alumni Relations-Midland College/Midland, Texas) 

The Midland College Alumni Association presented this free Holiday event to celebrate the Midland community. 

(Troy Ward, President-Alumni Association/Midland College-Midland, Texas) 

Midland College is celebrating 50 years and is considered the Jewel of Midland. MC reaches out to all persons, that wish to attend and enjoys giving back to the community. 

(Adrian Carrasco, Board of Trustees, Seat 7, Midland College-Midland, Texas) 

During the Holiday Evening community event, various types of artworks were available for sale to the visitors at the event. 

For DRB Media Communications Digital News, Danny Barrera.