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The wall of art at the Union Art Gallery Exhibit showing art that represents Chicano(a)s for Hispanic Heritage month.

El Paso celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with food, music, and arts in events throughout the city

September 16, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month is commemorated takers place Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. In honor of this month, several organizations around El Paso will be holding events to honor and share Hispanic and Latino cultures.

UTEP professor Aaron Campbell provides insight about the path many UTEP graduates pursue after graduation.

To leave or not to leave: Where do UTEP alumni go after graduation?

September 15, 2024

With graduation on the horizon for those receiving their diplomas this fall, many have plans to leave the 915 entirely, following the trend of UTEP alumni. But how life shapes these graduates is one in which many return to the place that makes them happy.

El Paso's Borderland Rainbow Center located at 2714 Wyoming Ave, El Paso, TX.

Texas bans transgender residents from updating gender on driver's licenses, sparking privacy and civil liberty concerns

September 14, 2024

For transgender residents, it’s a daily struggle to navigate a state system that appears to increasingly marginalize those same people further. "I mean, I can't even imagine having the state tell me, you know what, you can't be who you are. The pressure must be insurmountable," said local LGBTQIA+ advocate.

Photos courtesy of Flickr. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris faced off in first debate on ABC News Tuesday, Sept. 10.

Trump V Harris: The First Presidential Debate

September 12, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have finally faced off in their race to the oval office. Here’s what you need to know about last night's events.

“Segundo Barrio” is one of the poorest areas in the country, per census.

The unpleasant recognition of 79901 zip code: El Segundo Barrio’s past and present struggles

September 11, 2024

El Segundo Barrio is one of El Paso’s oldest neighborhoods, and it’s also one of the most impoverished areas in the country. Race, culture and education all play a factor in the why and it’s our roots that can possibly lead to a change. 

CAMPUS

Student voting for the Union Referendum is open from Monday Sept. 16 to Thursday Sept. 19.

Student body voice and vote to determine fate of new Student Union

September 16, 2024

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeing exponential growth within its student population. With more students enrolling and campus buildings growing older, changes must be made to accommodate for new advancements.

Co-Founders, Fatima Alvarado, Itzel Giron, Annabella Mireles, Meagan Garcia of Women in Media Student Organization.

Women in Media; UTEP’s new student organization aims to bring unity to the digital media and journalism landscape.

September 16, 2024

Women in Media (WIM) is a new student organization focused on expanding skills and fortifying the journalism and digital media community at UTEP. WIM also wishes to help aspiring women in media fields gain experience and prepare them for success for when they enter the real world.

Roman Gomez and Sergio Sanchez representing Phi Delta Theta.

‘Meet the Greeks’ event pathway to lifelong friendships while aiding academic excellence at UTEP

September 16, 2024

At UTEP’s “Meet the Greeks” event, fraternities and sororities aimed to recruit and teach students new and old about their groups. The consensus being that these groups offer companionship and help both in the classroom and out.

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ARTS & CULTURE

Carlos Callejo’s “Our History” mural was originally completed in 1995, it tells the history of El Paso, with over 50 historical figures.

“Our History” mural receives new AR features so guests can take a virtual walk-through history

September 13, 2024

Carlos Callejo’s “Our History” mural, located at the Enrique Moreno County Courthouse, is getting an augmented reality feature, after more than 20 years of its unveiling. With help from Augment El Paso, the mural can be viewed from a new perspective, with animations of the historical figures and educational segments.

UTEP’s 34th annual Minerpalooza takes place later today. What should students and visitors expect before heading to the event?

What to know before heading into UTEP’s 35th annual Minerpalooza

September 6, 2024

UTEP’s 34th annual Minerpalooza takes place later today. What should students and visitors expect before heading to the event?

Attendee admires work being displayed at the gallery.

A look inside the newest Rubin Center exhibit Mud + Corn + Stone + Blue at UTEP

September 4, 2024

The new exhibit at the Rubin Center, Mud + Corn + Stone + Blue tells the entangled stories of the U.S agricultural crisis and political conflict in Central America.

SPORTS

Supporters of the men’s basketball team launched a program called the
“Miner Collective” two years ago.

NIL continues to grow at UTEP

September 13, 2024

For most of college sports history, amateur athletes could not profit off of their status. That was until 2021 when the Supreme Court ruled that the NCAA was in violation of Antitrust laws because they wouldn’t let athletes receive financial benefits from their own on-field performance.

On Sept. 7, UTEP played against Air Force, and won all three sets, giving the team their second win. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP volleyball continues Ben Wallis-era momentum during dominate Borderland Invite showing

September 11, 2024

UTEP volleyball continues its successes at home after the Borderland Invitational this weekend. The Miners won all three of the matches after a strong showing at the Utah Invitational Tournament last week.

Coach Scotty Walden nods, watching the Miners take an early first-quarter lead during the first home game of the season on Sept. 7, 2024.

Era of Coach Walden, what the newest UTEP football Head Coach hopes to bring to the program

September 10, 2024

The Walden era is in full swing for UTEP’s 2024 football season. While the Miners have faced two losses so far, Walden hopes to bring a new enthusiastic look to the program.

OPINION

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela is the editor-in-chief for The Prospector.

Discovering my passion for journalism and rising to lead El Paso’s largest newsroom

September 16, 2024

I started this journey two years ago in 2022. Back then, I was just a scared and timid kid who did not have a background in journalism. Now, after what...

SalmaPaola Baca is the photo editor for The Prospector.

From Work-Study to Editor

September 13, 2024

I never planned to become the Photo Editor of The Prospector, but a passion that sparked in high school unexpectedly guided me here. It all started when...

Alyda Muela is the web and copy editor for The Prospector.

To my younger self: You’re on the right path

September 12, 2024

I’ve known from a very young age that I wanted to be a journalist when I grew up. While it may sound like an exaggeration to some, it’s the truth. I’m not saying that at the age of seven I understood...

Edgar Loya (left) and James Paul Duran (right) are advocating for UTEP students to vote yes for the Student Union Referendum.

Letter to the Editor: UTEP Student Government regarding Union Referendum vote

September 12, 2024

Our Union has been standing since 1949. As UTEP expands in academic excellence, it must also expand the student experience. We want to inform you of the student effort that can help accomplish this: A new Student Union West!

Sofia Sierra is the sports editor for The Prospector.

In the middle of my journalism metamorphosis

September 11, 2024

Being young and having little experience, the concept of what a journalist really is still new to me. Although one thing I know for certain is that I enjoy telling other people’s stories.

VIDEO

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....

Engineering Students Head to International Rocket Competition

June 19, 2024

Members of UTEP’s Sun City Rocket Team took The Prospector team behind the scenes to get a closer look at the project they have been working on in preparation...

Girl excited to be more than halfway through 3-mile run.

The empowering story of Girls Run the 915

April 17, 2024

Ladies from various walks of life and running speeds have geared up in their running shoes to join the newest running crew in El Paso, known as Girls Run...

PODCAST

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 everything...

S:10 E:6 Goodbye, for now

May 3, 2024

Hey there, it’s Adam. It was such a privilege and awesome experience to be this semester's podcast host. This was my first semester here at The Prospector...

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