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It’s getting hot in here

It’s getting hot in here

Augie Touris, Staff Reporter April 4, 2017

Fashion takes on many forms and shapes, and certain-ly varies from city to city. In this sun- baked city,  options are generally limited to warm weather clothes, aside from that one rare day of snow that may be seen in the pits of December or perhaps...

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Clothes don’t make the person

Clothes don’t make the person

Leslie Sarinana, Entertainment Editor April 4, 2017

What’s the first thing you notice about a person? Not many will say clothes, but when it comes to the guy I’m dating that’s probably the answer he’ll give you. I am not someone who puts much thought into their wardrobe. I will always decide on...

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Don’t overthink your class attire

Don’t overthink your class attire

Michaela Roman, Editor-In-Chief April 4, 2017

If you walk around any major campus in Texas, Texas State, UT, Texas Tech, etc., you’ll find a large amount of girls in oversized comfy t-shirts, work out pants and Nikes and guys in basketball shorts. Does this mean everyone is super active and probably...

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UTEP will be returning to in person classes as the norm in the fall with Covid-19 cases falling and vaccination rates increasing in the El Paso Community

Student shares sexual harassment on campus experience

Christian Vasquez, Copy Editor April 4, 2017

April is sexual assault awareness month, and last week the UT System released a study, Cultivating Learning and Safe Environments (CLASE), about sexual assaults on campus that gives a unique insight to what happens to students. The study was taken system...

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Hub of Human Innovation develops business ideas in El Paso

Eddie Velazquez, Staff Reporter April 4, 2017

In an effort to foster and develop some of local technology-focused businesses, the Hub of Human Innovation works as an incubator that guides companies through the early stages of growth. “If you can guide a company through its first five years, it...

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You’re judged on appearance, like it or not

You’re judged on appearance, like it or not

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter April 4, 2017

Dressing to impress is an important factor in everyday life, and dressing up earns respect from everyone around, including professors, bosses, your peers and even yourself. The just roll out of bed, basketball shorts-wearing look does no justice for...

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Sanctuary campus efforts made through “Education not Deportation”

Sanctuary campus efforts made through “Education not Deportation”

Michaela Roman, Editor-In-Chief April 4, 2017

In December of 2016, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott promised to cut funding from any Texas school that declared itself a “sanctuary campus.” “Texas will not tolerate sanctuary campuses or cities,” Abbott tweeted. “I will cut funding for any state campus...

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Thrift shopping means more choice and budget

Thrift shopping means more choice and budget

Eddie Velazquez, Staff Reporter April 4, 2017

When it comes to fashion, versatility is one of the most important aspects to consider when you are going over your style choices. Thrift stores are exactly the embodiment of this quality, as there are vast amount of options for all occasions and styles....

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Sun City Throwback is currently located at 1840 N. Lee Trevino until May.

Sun City Throwback is taking it back to the 80’s and 90’s

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter April 4, 2017

Sun City Throwback opened a unique old-school sports store that has it all, from ‘80s to early ‘90s jerseys of all sports to local sports gear, to the most unique basketball shoes of all time. Frank Gonzalez, the owner, opened the store in November...

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Studio major student works on creating metal jewelry.

Students create their own jewelry

Claudia Flores, Contributor April 4, 2017

In fashion, it takes the right accessories to complete a look and at UTEP students can take a course that teaches how to create their own jewelry and metal accessories at the metals and jewelry program at UTEP. The program allows students to create earrings,...

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Drew and Jamie Frank are 13 and 12 years old and own Kickpin which is only open certain weekends at 5860 N. Mesa, Suite 212.

Young entrepreneurs sell collectable shoes in EP

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 4, 2017

Most middle school kids are satisfied with making their school basketball team, getting their braces off or having the freedom to go to the movies unsupervised with their friends. For Drew and Jaime Frank, who are 13 and 12 years old, respectively, they...

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A look at the best sports uniforms in UTEP history

A look at the best sports uniforms in UTEP history

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 4, 2017

Throughout the university’s history, UTEP has ventured through many different athletic uniforms. Both basketball and football have showcased some of the best and worst jerseys that the school has seen. Below, we highlight some of the best ones in program...

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