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  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
After working with scholars from around the world during an internship with Microsoft, junior Vianey Martinez gained experience which made her stand out in a wide pool of applicants for the Hawkins Scholarship.

Two paths, one purpose: Hawkins Scholarship recipients

Vanessa Orozco, Contributor Writer • February 4, 2026
The newest recipients of the Hawkins Scholarship share their experiences with the application process and their plans for the future. Juniors Vianey Martinez and Ryan Boatright were recently selected as recipients of one of UTEP’s most prestigious scholarships, recognizing their academic excellence, service and leadership. 
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Raids conducted by ICE agents have surged across America. The operations frequently target construction sites such as in Horizon city.

Why ICE is focusing on construction sites in El Paso

Adrian Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • February 4, 2026

Editor’s Note: This story is part one of a three-part series covering ICE operations in El Paso. Recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations at construction sites across El Paso have intensified public concern and renewed debate...

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UTEP’s women’s basketball team defeated New Mexico State University 79-69, setting high expectations for the remainder of the season.

Miners conquer NMSU in Battle of I-10

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor • February 4, 2026
The Miners took care of business at home in their first rivalry matchup where they held the Aggies to 69 points. Although UTEP now have a .500 overall record, will they be able to break Conference USA’s top team LA Tech’s eight-game winning streak?
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UTEP junior forward Kaseem Watson shoots over MSU senior forward Michael Osei-Bonsu for a mid-range basket.

Missouri State steal Miner’s momentum in C-USA matchup

Cameron Mason, Audience & Engagement Editor • February 4, 2026

Editor’s note: This is not UTEP men’s basketball’s most recent game. After a confidence-boosting win against Florida International University (FUI), the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) entered a rainy night on Jan. 24 looking to carry momentum...

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Students are working to complete their coursework, stay up to date with financial aid, search for internships, and stay up float. These factors result in stressful semesters filled with anxiety, but one thing that's a universal remedy for many is music.

Spring 2026 Anthems: Songs that keep miners going

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • February 2, 2026
A good movie is never complete without a great soundtrack, and as the spring 2026 semester starts rolling, the songs playing from Miners’ headphones range from classical to rock and everything in between.
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Three Broadway shows in three months: Worth the wait

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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Grand opening of Texas Western Hall!

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • January 30, 2026

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has added a new building to kick off the spring of 2026 semester! Texas Western Hall is officially the new home of the College of Liberal Arts and offers UTEP students a new way to interact with their education!...

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