Skip to Main Content
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

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.
Read Story
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.
Read Story
Catch ya on the flipside!

Catch ya on the flipside!

Marco Hinojosa, Editor-in-Chief of Minero Magazine May 17, 2025
As commencement creeps up on me and my days as a student journalist come to an end, I am left reflecting on how grateful I am to have worked at UTEP Student Media & Publications.
Read Story
A reflection of my time at The Prospector

A reflection of my time at The Prospector

Alberto Silva Fernandez, Former Editor-in-Chief May 17, 2025
As I begin to reflect on my time at UTEP, I can’t say that every day of my journey here has been one filled with smiles and laughter. Realistically, most days were filled with existential dread about my future career, figuring out how to balance more responsibilities than I had ever faced and how to pass my classes all at the same time. Finally, I have accomplished the goal of graduating from college, the same goal my sister implemented in me when I was six.
Read Story
My final bow at the finish line

My final bow at the finish line

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief May 15, 2025
To start, I never thought I would be here. Growing up, I always felt that I was never enough for anything in life and thought that I would never make it to college. This is a testament to myself and to you, the reader, that even if life feels dreadful, it will get better.
Read Story
More than ‘just a job’

More than ‘just a job’

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter May 15, 2025
My time has been short at The Prospector, but I feel it has impacted me in many ways. This job has given me so much and it does sadden me that I must say goodbye.
Read Story
Engineered to capture moments

Engineered to capture moments

SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer May 15, 2025
After three years of balancing engineering and photography at The Prospector, I found more than just experience behind the lens. I found a community, a purpose and a voice I never expected to discover.
Read Story
Marvel Studios’ 'Thunderbolts*' review

Marvel Studios’ ‘Thunderbolts*’ review

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter May 4, 2025
Marvel Studios’ “Thunderbolts*” is out. Is it any good? Has Marvel found its footing again? Are they still releasing generic content with no true vision or does the MCU have a bright future?
Read Story
‘I, am Steve’: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ review

‘I, am Steve’: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ review

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter April 23, 2025
The Minecraft movie is now out and is already a box office success. Grossing over $550 million worldwide and is the highest grossing movie of 2025 so far. But is the film good, is it worth watching or should fans save their money?
Read Story
Conformity in the workplace has been the standard for decades, but when that conformity meets those who yearn for individuality and creativity, an interesting and unique style comes alive.

Office sirens: Social statement or HR nightmare?

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer April 16, 2025
The office siren aesthetic is a major social media trend that sparks a sense of creativity and self-expression but can also have patriarchal undertones.
Read Story
Students make their way across campus as they navigate college life.

Here’s what you need to know before entering college

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter April 16, 2025
Students entering university may feel overwhelmed and even feel a sense of doubt. However, it's good for students to know that others have been in their shoes.
Read Story
Monster Jam or Joke: Unpacking motorsports’ biggest event

Monster Jam or Joke: Unpacking motorsports’ biggest event

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer April 11, 2025
The weekend of March 1 and 2, was another year of Monster Jam, a motorsports event where driver athletes compete in feats of speed and skill. I packed my gear and headed down to the Sun Bowl Stadium where the event would take place that weekend.
Read Story
Activate Search
Opinion