Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
The walk across the graduation stage is the steps into new stages of life.

Students turn the tassel, is graduation worth the wait?

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • June 18, 2025
Graduating is a major milestone in a student's life, marking the end of a journey and opening doors to new stages of life. But does a graduation ceremony appropriately represent all the work put in by students?
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British alternative rock band, Coldplay, performed for a packed Sun Bowl Stadium on June 13 and 14. Photo courtesy of the Office of Special Events.

El Paso gives Coldplay an ‘Adventure of a Lifetime’

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • June 17, 2025
British alternative rock band, Coldplay played two sold-out nights at UTEP's Sun Bowl Stadium on June 13 and 14.
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In celebration of the hit Broadway musical’s 10th anniversary, the original cast of Hamilton reunited for the 78th Annual Tony awards on June 8.

Original cast of ‘Hamilton’ blends art and activism in an unforgettable ten-year anniversary performance

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor • June 16, 2025
To celebrate the ten-year anniversary of “Hamilton” the original cast reunited for a nostalgic and emotional medley at the 78th Tony Awards. The cast delivered more than just an outstanding performance but a powerful political statement.
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A lack of body diversity in today's fashion media can contribute to a negative body perception, which is most common among younger audiences.

‘Beauty is pain’ in the modeling industry

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor • June 16, 2025
The modeling industry’s unrealistic body standards remain a constant challenge for models and viewers alike. These standards can influence people to put pressure on themselves to fit the industry expectations and cause damage to their mental and physical well-being.
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UTEP Ignite president Carolina Garcia, vice president Chelsea Le Vey and member Elizabeth O’Hara, hope to empower women to become politically engaged and run for positions in office through their organization.

UTEP Ignite: Lighting the path for women in politics

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • June 11, 2025
UTEP’s chapter of Ignite is a national non-partisan organization that focuses on advocating for and supporting women in politics. 
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Exploring higher education may allow students to discover new career paths.

Embracing the pivots in higher education

Jazmine I Gracia, Staff Reporter • May 23, 2025
While higher education is often seen as the pinnacle where dreams come true, students recalibrate this notion, transforming it into a space for self-discovery. It becomes a place to change their minds, explore new passions, and redefine their future trajectory.
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Adriana Gomez Licon graduated from UTEP in 2009 with her Bachelor of Arts in journalism. Photo courtesy of Adriana Gomez Licon

Former top ten seniors share their stories

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • May 23, 2025
UTEP’s list of Top Ten Seniors dates back to 1950. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the honor, and to commemorate, it’s important to reflect on the accomplishments of former Top Ten Seniors. Former Top Ten Seniors Adriana Gomez Licon and Anahy Diaz lend some insight into their experiences during and after their time at UTEP.
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A UTEP graduate holds up a custom cap honoring loved ones, highlighting the tradition of personalized messages at graduation.

Heart on the head, grad caps tell a story

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • May 17, 2025
The decorating of graduation caps has been upheld for many generations and is practiced by UTEP students to express gratitude, passion, and interests.
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The rear side of the Lhakhang Temple showcases traditional Bhutanese design with its battered walls and colorful woodwork.

How Bhutanese architecture shapes UTEP’s identity

SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer • May 17, 2025
UTEP’s campus stands alone with its century-old Bhutanese architecture. The university’s unique design blends tradition, identity, and desert landscape into a living cultural landmark from its earliest buildings to the Lhakhang temple.
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New drinks are sampled out to customers before hitting the menu. World Boba and Coffee has over 80 different drinks.

Authenticity for El Paso, the world in a cup

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2025
World Boba and Coffee is a locally owned cafe by Ruben and David Ramos. This pair of brothers wanted to share drinks and experiences with El Paso that cannot be found anywhere else.
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Cords and stoles are more than just a decoration, they are earned from a student's dedication, leadership, and academic success.

Stitched in effort, the pressures of academic distinctions

Jazmine I Gracia, Contributor/Writer • May 5, 2025
Academic validation is sought after, and many seek tangible items to reflect achievements, but can the materialism accompanying the academic journey be overcompensation?
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Musicians from the UTEP Symphony Orchestra feel an adrenaline rush as they play from a live audience.

Showtime! Behind the scenes of UTEP Symphony Orchestra’s dedication

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • May 2, 2025
The UTEP Symphony Orchestra performs three to four concerts each semester. The audience sees talent on display on stage, but something the audience may not see is the hours of dedication given by musicians.
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