El Paso’s new City Manager Dionne Mack looking to create new job opportunities, and striving for a better relationship with El Pasoans

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • September 6, 2024

Previous Deputy City Manager, Dionne Mack has swiftly taken her seat in her new position as city manager on Sept. 3. Here’s what she has to say about the city’s relationship with UTEP.

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UTEP Food Pantry gives back to students and faculty to combat food scarcity on campus

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • September 6, 2024

UTEP Food Pantry is combating hunger across campus so that students and faculty can focus on their education.

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

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • September 6, 2024

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

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Brat Culture and Coconut Trees: the unlikely symbols driving the 2024 campaign

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • September 5, 2024

As the 2024 election approaches, the influence of social media on politics continues to grow. For younger voters, these platforms offer opportunities for engagement and challenges in navigating the complex and often polarized world of online political discourse— one emoji, one hashtag, and one viral moment at a time.

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EPCC distributes Narcan on all campuses to help spread awareness of the opioid crisis

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • September 5, 2024

As overdose deaths continue to rise in the county, EPCC is making an effort to stop the rising trend. Narcan, the drug used to reverse an opioid overdose, is now available on all EPCC campuses for free.

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Centennial Museum Hosts Centennial Chill Out for students to de-stress, socialize and explore.

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • September 3, 2024

The Centennial Museum welcomed returning Miners back this fall semester with “The Centennial Chill Out.” The event allowed students to relax and socialize while participating in activities and exploring the museum’s exhibits.

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An update to current, past and future UTEP construction projects.

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor • August 30, 2024

Students walking around campus can see the new buildings taking over the UTEP skyline. New additions to the campus like the Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace Center (AMAC) and Texas Western Hall (TWH) are making a new meaning for future Miners. Construction for the AMAC is expected to be finished by 2025, while completion of TWH is scheduled for 2026.

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Renard Johnson, Cassandra Hernandez amongst those seeking El Paso mayor’s office following Oscar Leeser’s final term

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • August 30, 2024

It is time for El Paso residents to meet the mayoral candidates. Candidates Renard Johnson, Steven Winters, Elizabeth Cordova, and Cassandra Hernandez discuss their policies and hopes for the city if elected Mayor.

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Crossings across U.S.-Mexico border and El Paso declines following Biden executive order, decrease felt at Annunciation House

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • August 29, 2024

A June Executive order signed by President Joe Biden caps daily migrant entries into the United States. According to volunteers at El Paso Annunciation House, the volunteer group has seen a substantial decline in migrants seeking asylum.

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Fourth annual Texas Western Gold Rush promoted student involvement with music and spectacle

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • August 27, 2024

As the sun began to set and the last hour of light left a small golden impression on the highest point of the Sun Bowl Miner Pick, hundreds of UTEP students gathered on a shaded lawn, awaiting their turn in line for free t-shirts and glow sticks for UTEP’s...

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Calling all Miners: UTEP kicks off back to school events with ‘Late Night at the Rec’

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • August 26, 2024

Ever since most school districts in El Paso adopted a year-round schedule, university students felt like they had an extra special summer, one where they don’t have to worry about packed pools or arcades. But at last, those extra weeks in August...

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UTEP President Heather Wilson announced $12M research award, construction updates during Fall Convocation

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • August 26, 2024

Prior to the start of the new academic year, President Heather Wilson announced a massive state-funded award during UTEP’s Fall Convocation Presentations. Other announcements included the formal approval of the 10-Year Campus Masterplan.

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