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Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Founded in Fall of 2024, Movimiento Chicanx is a student-led organization that focuses on spreading the history of Chicano culture in El Paso.

Movimiento Chucanx celebrates one year of activism

Brisa Silva, Contributor Writer February 19, 2026
Movimiento Chucanx recently marked its first anniversary. The numerous moments of action during the past year have exhibited the student organization's intention to fortify the Mexican American identity.
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Galentines: A new tradition to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Galentines: A new tradition to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Mia Colmenero, Layout Editor February 17, 2026
Who needs partners when you have friends? Galentine's brings a new meaning to celebrating Valentine's Day. From power point presentations all the way to matching pajamas, Galentine's allows everyone — even single individuals — to celebrate the holiday of love.
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When heartbreak happens, but the show must go on

When heartbreak happens, but the show must go on

Fred Kepfield, Contributor Writer February 17, 2026
College breakups are pushing University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) students to refocus on academics, friendships and self-growth. Through exercise, journaling and support systems, students say heartbreak, that while painful, have become a catalyst for resilience.
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Combining practicality and fine art “The Cloud” works not only as an art piece but also as an underpass for pedestrians to walk through.

Exploring the artwork that shapes UTEP’s campus

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter February 17, 2026
From graduation photos at the Mining Minds pickaxe to quite study breaks beneath Bhutanese art, The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) campus is filled with public artworks students encounter daily, often without knowing the stories behind them.
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Wuthering Heights” actors Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie during 
the student journalist roundtable. Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. 
Discovery.

Beyond Wuthering Heights: Love without limits

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter February 4, 2026
A glimpse into a world of love, regret, passion and obsession. Actors Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi invite audiences to dive deep into the world of ”Wuthering Heights” in this roundtable with college journalists.
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Exploring love across generations!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor February 4, 2026

February has arrived… which means that love is in the air! But it seems as though the 2020s hasn't been the best decade for couples. As we navigate relational tension, let’s explore the dynamic between relationships both young and old! For more...

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Students are working to complete their coursework, stay up to date with financial aid, search for internships, and stay up float. These factors result in stressful semesters filled with anxiety, but one thing that's a universal remedy for many is music.

Spring 2026 Anthems: Songs that keep miners going

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter February 2, 2026
A good movie is never complete without a great soundtrack, and as the spring 2026 semester starts rolling, the songs playing from Miners’ headphones range from classical to rock and everything in between.
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The announcement of BTS’ 2026 world tour has sparked conversations among students about whether more major artists will include El Paso in their tour stops.

BTS heads to the border for the first time

Brisa Silva, Contributor/Writer January 27, 2026
Fans of BTS at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) are celebrating after the K-pop group announced that they are hitting the road again and El Paso is one of their destinations.
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Nina Rocha finds solace in a space where she can express herself freely and creatively.

The places we leave behind at UTEP

Dustin Perez, Contributor/Cartoonist December 5, 2025
Many students on campus have a specific spot they go to study and get work done. With graduation coming up, seniors look back to what has helped them throughout their journey at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and what key spot they go to find peace.
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