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Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Single-car crash on Sun Bowl Dr.

Single-car crash on Sun Bowl Dr.

Javier Cortez, Contributor June 11, 2015

At approximately 3:40 p.m. a black Chevrolet Monte Carlo crossed over to the opposite side of the road on Sun Bowl Dr. resulting in a single-car crash. The driver knocked over the campus speed monitor before crashing into the side of the UTEP shuttle...

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Campus carry becomes law

Campus carry becomes law

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter June 9, 2015

After much deliberation surrounding the controversial bill, the Texas Legislature has approved the campus carry bill, which is now on its way to the governor’s desk to be signed into law. On May 31, Senate Bill 11 was approved by the Texas House in...

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UTEP hopes the new the new improvements to Centennial Plaza will provide an innovative and modern space for students to study, recreate, dine, and build community.

Centennial transformation brings new changes to campus life

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter June 9, 2015

Since its unveiling in April, the Centennial Plaza has been utilized as a pedestrian-friendly space for students and the public to enjoy. However, regulations regarding the area’s usage has students wondering what they can expect for traditional UTEP...

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The old historical Martin building will now be restored for apartments, located at 201. N. Stanton in downtown El Paso.

Martin Lofts to open in August, apartments are part of downtown revitalization

Juan Raygoza, Contributor June 9, 2015

As part of the downtown revitalization program, El Paso businessman Lane Gaddy and a group of investors renovating an area of downtown El Paso. There will now be a new set of apartment buildings at the old historical Martin building, located at 201. N...

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PayDirt Pete Auditions

June 2, 2015

UTEP is on the look out for the next PayDirt Pete. The program is expanding due to change of leadership, Bianca Marquez will be filling the position as UTEP’s new Cheerleading Coach. The new program is set to meet the needs of both the on-campus and...

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Students get a glimpse of the Border

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor May 13, 2015

As part of the fourth-annual “Fire & Ice: Structural Violence Against Women” event organized by the Student Engagement and Leadership Center, UTEP students were exposed to issues faced by women and men alike in the border region on Friday,...

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New report ranks best and worst jobs of the year

New report ranks best and worst jobs of the year

Amanda Guillen, Managing Editor May 5, 2015

For some students, deciding on which career path do go down can be a rough decision. Careercast.com has been ranking the best and worst jobs of the year for 27 years. The report ranks 200 jobs from best to worst based on three percentage components,...

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On Thursday, April 30, the El Paso Natural Gas Conference Center hosted “Diving Deep.”

Advertising and marketing panelists inspire students at conference

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

Advertising and marketing majors at UTEP had the opportunity to gain insight and knowledge from some experts in the field on Thursday. Professionals from both fields gave presentations as part of a panel discussion that aimed to help UTEP students understand...

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Senior political science major, April Rumgay was awarded $5,000 to study in Turkey with an additional $3,000 supplement to study the Turkish language during her study abroad trip this summer.

Students awarded scholarships to study abroad

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

This semester, a few UTEP students were awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad. The scholarship is awarded to more than 2,700 students every semester nationwide. The scholarship’s purpose is to aid students to study...

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Senior commercial music major, Robert Vega will be graduating at this year’s spring commencement despite previous setbacks such as spending time in prison.

Robert Vega escapes ‘the pits of hell’ to graduate this spring

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

Robert Vega stands out in a crowd. It might be his tattoos, which offer a slight glimpse into his past or perhaps it’s the battle scars he has earned from years of martial arts fighting, or maybe it’s the humble, yet intense look in his eyes, which...

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Traditional breakfast grows with new location and activities

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

As the demanding finals week commences across campus, a UTEP tradition will continue to relieve students from grueling due dates and exams, at least for one night. Students will be able to enjoy from an array of activities, free food, entertainment and...

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More than 300 El Pasoans marched on April 30 through downtown to protest anti-immigration bills.

In-state tuition for DREAMers at risk

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor May 5, 2015

A row of students dressed in cap and gowns stood in protest against a slew of anti-immigration bills introduced into the state legislature this session at an immigration rally on Thursday, April 30. The event was organized by the Border Network for Human...

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