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President Donald Trump started his administration by signing dozens of executive orders affecting immigration, climate, health care, the economy and more. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT).
An overview of President Trump’s early executive order
February 11, 2025
President Donald Trump started his administration by signing dozens of executive orders affecting immigration, climate, health care, the economy and much more.
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El Paso Animal Services provides animals in their care with a safe temporary environment, with a goal of getting all the animals adopted.
Sharing love to pets in need of a safe home
February 10, 2025
El Paso Animal Services has seen an increase of dogs and cats being sent into their shelters.
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A demonstrator raises a sign reading "Migration is not illegal" during a Jan. 29 protest.
El Paso community comes together in wake of unprecedented political climate
February 10, 2025
The El Paso community came together at Memorial Park on Wednesday, Jan. 29 to support immigrants in the current sociopolitical climate. Many shared stories, tears and resources to hold onto community during a rough era.
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The effects of executive orders on the southern border
The effects of executive orders on the southern border
February 4, 2025
Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.
As the ceasefire continues to be developed and monitored by mediators internationally, if all phases go by smoothly this could mark the of end of a 15-month conflict between Hamas and Israel. Photo courtesy of AFP
After a year and a half of conflict, Israel and Hamas reach a ceasefire deal
January 31, 2025
On Oct.7, 2023, the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, launched an attack to Israel from Gaza which killed nearly 1,200 people and held approximately 250 people captive. Israel responded with deploying troops to Gaza, killing more than 46,700 people with majority of them being women and children, according to BBC. In January of this year, Israel and Palestine agreed to a deal presented by Qatar’s prime minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani, in which both countries would free both Palestinian prisoners and Israeli hostages, ending the 15 month conflict.

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Start Small, Save Big: Express Start Share Certificates Make It Easy for Students to Start Saving
Start Small, Save Big: Express Start Share Certificates Make It Easy for Students to Start Saving
Sponsored Content December 9, 2024
As a student, you might feel that building up savings is a distant goal, especially with textbooks, rent, and life expenses eating up your budget. Raiz designed the Express Start Share Certificate with young savers in mind, especially those who are balancing classes, part-time jobs, and the cost of student life.
Cattleman's Steakhouse at Indian Cliffs Ranch is located at 3450 S Fabens Carlsbad Rd. in Fabens, Texas.
UTEP Miners recommend best Valentine’s date spots
Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • February 10, 2025
UTEP miners give recommendations for Valentine’s date spots around El Paso.
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The Philadelphia Eagles left the Kansas City Chiefs stunned with a 40-22 final score. Philadelphia’s wide receiver DeVonta Smith made a 46-yard touchdown catch in the 3rd quarter. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT).
Chiefs dynasty denied, Eagles swoop hopes of a Mahomes three-peat
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 10, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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UTEP introduces "DAX" robots meant to create a more accessible campus by collecting data on UTEP’s walkways. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Friendly neighborhood robot? UTEP welcomes DAX robots to campus
Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • January 31, 2025
UTEP introduces “DAX” robots to campus. These people-oriented robots’ primary focus is to create a more accessible campus by collecting data on UTEP’s walkways.
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The Philadelphia Eagles left the Kansas City Chiefs stunned with a 40-22 final score. Philadelphia’s wide receiver DeVonta Smith made a 46-yard touchdown catch in the 3rd quarter. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT).
Chiefs dynasty denied, Eagles swoop hopes of a Mahomes three-peat
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 10, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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Super Bowl 59 will kickoff at 4:30 p.m. MST as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles. Photo courtesy of Your Golf Travel
NFL Conference Championship recap. What’s at stake for Super Bowl 59 and what plans do students have for Super Bowl Sunday?
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 9, 2025
The NFL’s Conference Round has concluded, with Super Bowl 59 upon us, what’s at stake for each team chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, and how do students plan to spend their Super Bowl Sunday?
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The NFL Division Rounds will begin on Jan 18-19, to determine which teams will play in the conference championships. Photo courtesy of Flickr.
NFL Playoffs: Super Wild Card Weekend aftermath and student reaction
Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter
The NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend has come and gone. Let’s recap each game with major takeaways from the first round of playoffs of the 2024-25 season, and see what students think with the league going into the Divisional Round.
UTEP football players play defense against NMSU.
Texas reclaims the I-10, UTEP beats NMSU in Las Cruces
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter
UTEP went to Las Cruces on a mission to avenge last year's loss to New Mexico State University and create hope for a fanbase desperate to believe. Despite a 24-7 deficit, the Miner’s mission was a success.
Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.
UTEP football suffers colossal defeat to No. 7 team Tennessee Volunteers, 56-0
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter
UTEP went on the road to take on college football powerhouse Tennessee. The Volunteers’ playoff hopes were hanging by a thread, and they played like it. For the Miners, it’s time to regroup as the Battle of I-10 awaits.
The Philadelphia Eagles left the Kansas City Chiefs stunned with a 40-22 final score. Philadelphia’s wide receiver DeVonta Smith made a 46-yard touchdown catch in the 3rd quarter. Photo courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (FMT).
Chiefs dynasty denied, Eagles swoop hopes of a Mahomes three-peat
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 10, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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A love letter from me to El Paso
A love letter from me to El Paso
Alyda Muela, Arts & Culture Editor • February 10, 2025
It’s only been a few months since my last introduction piece, but I’m back again–and it probably won’t be the last time. This time though, I have the honor of writing as the arts & culture editor.
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Jumping into the unknown, learning one story at a time
Jumping into the unknown, learning one story at a time
Ximena Cordero, Audience & Engagement Editor • January 24, 2025
Walking into the Student Media and Publications office knowing nothing about journalism to becoming the audience and engagement editor was a journey full of doubt and challenges but ultimately the best lessons.
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Making the most out of everything in life and rolling with it
Making the most out of everything in life and rolling with it
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • January 24, 2025
I moved here to El Paso when I was seven, I didn’t know it then, and maybe don’t know the extent of it today, but being in El Paso has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. As multimedia editor, I’ll work hard to carry the pick with pride.
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The effects of executive orders on the southern border
February 4, 2025
Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.
UTEP starts spring semester, how do the students feel?
January 24, 2025
UTEP kicked off their spring semester this week beginning Jan. 20. The Prospector's own Catching Marginot went around campus to ask students about their feelings, expectations, and hopes for the upcoming semester.
A deep dive into the Rubin Visual Arts
July 9, 2024

The Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the arts has opened its doors for two new projects, the 2024 Annual Juried UTEP Student Exhibition and “You’re...

The Sun City Rocket Team ventured to Las Cruces, New Mexico in June to compete for the third time in the Spaceport America Cup.
Sun City Summit Rocket Team Soars in 2024 Spaceport America Cup
June 27, 2024

The UTEP rocket team and many other schools set out to compete at the Spaceport America Cup in June, while also embracing the unknown due to the weather....

S:12 E:1 Picking Up On Love
S:12 E:1 Picking Up On Love
February 6, 2025
New host Sebastian Perez-Navarro, along with co-hosts Kristian Hernandez and Cameron Mason, guide the conversation from staff reporter Leah Austin's experience with the mayor, love, the border situation in El Paso, and UTEP Basketball.
The Prospector Digest Ep. 3
The Prospector Digest Ep. 3
November 11, 2024

Welcome back! This is Adam Regalado, your host of The Prospector Digest. In this episode we talk breast cancer awareness, "Death by Denim" and UTEP Athletics....

The Prospector Digest Ep: 2
The Prospector Digest Ep: 2
October 22, 2024

Hello and welcome back to The Prospector Digest. In this episode I talked to reporters and photographers about the stories The Prospector has...

The Prospector Digest Ep: 1
The Prospector Digest Ep: 1
September 11, 2024

Welcome back Miners! This is the new and improved Student Media and Publications podcast to ensure all Miners on and off campus are updated with...

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