Ticketmaster’s pricing model frustrates student concertgoers

Aziel Ramos, Contributor Writer • February 19, 2026

Dynamic pricing on Ticketmaster and resellers have made it difficult for people to afford concert tickets. For many students, this ruins the fun of buying concert tickets and anticipating the concert.

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New opportunities for communications students through Warner Student Ambassador program

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • February 17, 2026

Jesus Reyes is the first Warner Bros. ambassador at UTEP, bringing many opportunities and events all the way from Hollywood to the El Paso community. Starting with movie premieres and even interviewing actors such as Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie.

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‘Was that the lung of 87?’ Iron lung: A movie review 

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • February 12, 2026

“I just want to live. Is that so wrong?” is a key quote from Mark Fischbach’s new movie, “Iron Lung.” While it was released on Jan. 30, 2026, I had the opportunity to watch it before opening day. This is my honest review. 

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From us to you: A love letter

Ximena Cordero, Victoria Adler, Abigail Pedroza, Kristian Hernandez, Mia Colmenero, Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Iziah Moreno, and Cameron Mason • February 11, 2026

Editor's note: This is an extended version of the print version. Dear El Paso,  Across the country, the tone of the news has grown heavier. Headlines are filled with stories about immigration enforcement, acts of violence and uncertainty. It...

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The final stretch

Fred Kepfield, Contributor Writer • February 6, 2026

I am more than grateful and proud that I bet on myself. I would do it again and again, despite every obstacle that stood in the way of my success. 

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Love you, forevermore

Ximena Cordero, Editor-in-Chief • February 5, 2026

This is my third intro piece, but this one feels a little bigger than the others. Know that I am settling into the Editor-in-Chief position, I look back at all the memories and especially two special people I haven’t thanked...yet.

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A home I never expected to belong

Victoria Adler, Copy & Web Editor • February 5, 2026

If you had told the beginning of the fall 2025 semester that I would be an editor at The Prospector, I probably would have laughed. Not because I didn’t care about it, but because I never saw myself stepping into something this big.  Yet here...

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Built on a promise

Cameron Mason, Audience & Engagement Editor • February 5, 2026

  Wow… I’m an editor for the Prospector. Who would have thought? Spoiler: let me tell you not me.    I’d first like to give honor to God who’s been watching me on my journey. Second to my mom, dad, and sister who have been the...

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I’m single, lonely, and want someone to bring me chocolates on V-Day: What do I do?

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 3, 2026

Scared of being single during Valentines Day? Don’t worry, because I am too! So, let’s talk about and find a way to ignore a holiday where couples get to pretend that their relationship is perfect on the grams!

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Three Broadway shows in three months: Worth the wait

Evelyn Palma, Guest Contributor • January 30, 2026

After years of waiting to see “Hamilton” on a Broadway stage in New York City, I finally did. What I could have only dreamed of, came true when I got to witness Leslie Odom Jr. reprise his role as Aaron Burr.

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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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Dustin’s Corner: Fall 2025 Showcase

Dustin Perez, Cartoonist • December 16, 2025

Welcome to Dustin's Corner! Dustin Perez is The Prospector's first official cartoonist in over two years. Browse the gallery below and check out his illustrations from the fall 2025 semester and stay tunes for each new issue to see his latest work.

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