The Prospector

Minerpalooza picks up the start of the semester

Mia Colmenero, Layout Editor • September 7, 2025

Minerpalooza starts off the fall 2025 semester with various activities. From listening to live performances from local bands to getting married, the festival brings together the whole campus to experience a vibrant start to their semester.

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Behind the scenes is where multimedia shines brightest

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • August 12, 2025

Go behind the scenes of The Prospector multimedia section and learn about the personalities and attitudes that shape it.

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A path that was never linear

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor • July 24, 2025

Coming from different fields and experiences, I’m excited to see where this next path will take me. Thank you to everyone who has helped me through this journey.

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The mix up that changed everything

Kandice Gutierrez, Contributor/Photographer • July 23, 2025

What started as a scheduling mistake turned into a life-changing discovery. Dancer Kandice Gutierrez reflects on how one AV class and one teacher helped her uncover a whole new creative purpose.

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Nurturing a flame through storytelling

Jesie Garcia, Arts & Culture Editor • July 17, 2025

Writing has always been second-nature to me, it was something I picked up so easily. It wasn’t until later in life that I realized storytelling was a passion I needed to nurture.

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‘F1: The Movie’ feels like Brad Pitt fanfiction that wrongs female characters and fans

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor • July 17, 2025

F1: The Movie” finally hit theaters after being one of the most anticipated films of the summer. While fans were waiting to point out technical inaccuracies and see if the sport had been sensationalized by Hollywood, there were bigger problems within the movie.

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Finding my voice through design

Kahri Reyes, Audience & Engagement Editor • July 15, 2025

I sought out opportunities to connect with others who shared my love for creativity and communication. I joined clubs, got involved on campus, and eventually found myself at The Prospector, where I found a space that allowed me to explore new sides of my creativity.

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Life through the lens

Devin Nava, Contributor/Photographer • July 8, 2025

Devin Nava is a digital media production student and photo contributor for The Prospector. He’s been telling stories through video since elementary school and now combines his love for music and media. Whether behind a drum-kit or a camera, Devin is always capturing and bringing ideas to life.

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Gen Z uses humor as a defense against the fear of war

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor • July 2, 2025

Following the U.S military attack on three nuclear sites in Iran, Gen Z started creating memes in fear of a potential World War III. This response was very different from how older generations responded to global conflicts. Was this disconnection a coping mechanism or insensitive?

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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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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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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.

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