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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

November 20, 2019

Editor's note: The reporter who wrote the article referred in the letter has contacted Alberto Esquinca in order to make necessary corrections. As The Prospector's editor in chief, I want to extend an apology to Esquinca for the mistake and the oversight...

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 Amid a passionate 18-year-long journey, veteran activist Xan Joi cruised the streets of El Paso in a box truck covered in striking, colorful murals while visiting fellow activist, Cemelli de Aztlan Tuesday, Nov. 12.

A woman of many titles

Bryan Mena, Entertainment Editor November 19, 2019

Xan Joi, 69, describes herself as a social justice warrior, an anti-war activist, a Jewish woman, a lesbian, a grandmother, a feminist and an author who's traveled throughout the country in her truck since 2001, racking up over 400,000 miles.  Amid...

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Graduate student and UTEP guard Daryl Edwards drives the ball to the net against NMSU at the Don Haskins Center.

Basketball programs off to a promising start in young season

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Getting off on the right foot is a priority in any basketball program and both the UTEP men’s and women’s basketball teams have done just that.   Both programs stand at 3-0 heading into their respective matchups against The University of New...

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An open relationship is one in which two people in an ongoing relationship arent exclusive with one another.

Expert: Jealousy is the main reason why some don’t practice open relationships

Maria Salette Ontiveros, Contributor November 19, 2019

Daniel Ruiz, UTEP alumnus and licensed professional counselor, describes open relationships as romantic relationships where all people involved agree to allow limited sexual, emotional and/or romantic interactions with other partners, but he said jealousy...

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Diane Golding, Ed.D., is the principal investigator of a three-year, $700,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will benefit Hispanic female students. The project is titled “Yes, She Can: Closing the STEM Hispanic Gender Gap.”

Grant will enhance computer science students’ professional skills

Alexia X. Nava Carmona, Copy Editor November 19, 2019

UTEP’s Computer Science Department received a $742,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to work on professional leadership courses for its students.   The team behind the grant, led by Associate Professor of Computer Science Salamah Salamah,...

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SGA in brief: Nov. 14 meeting

SGA in brief: Nov. 14 meeting

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor November 19, 2019

Associate Vice President and Dean of Students Catie McCorry-Andalis had a special announcement to make during UTEP’s Student Government Association meeting Thursday, Nov. 14.   During her advisor’s report, McCorry-Andalis made an announcement of...

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A first person account of how Prince became Prince.

IN REVIEW: A treasure recounted in Prince’s new memoir

Rebecca Reza, Contributor November 19, 2019

“It finished too soon” was my immediate thought after reading Prince’s memoir, “The Beautiful Ones,” released early November by Random House.    This project was the brainchild of the artist himself, set in motion several months prior...

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El Paso night skyline.

Event happening in El Paso this week

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Blue Man Group  7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20  El Paso Plaza Theatre  Hosted by El Paso Live, the Blue Man Group, an American performance art company, will be performing at the El Paso Plaza Theatre on Wednesday, Nov. 20.  Known for their...

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πko by Marina, a local business showcased their bags and wallets at Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, Nov 16, 2019.

GALLERY: Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival

Exodis Ward, Contributor November 19, 2019

El Paso Punk Rock Flea Market hosted the “Viva Los Muertos Day of the Dead Festival” Saturday, Nov. 16 at El Maida Shrine auditorium.   In a post, coordinators described the event as “A sacred thing for us and we want to share this...

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Canabidiol-based products for sale at El Paso, Tx.

El Paso sees rise of CBD stores

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter November 19, 2019

Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, is a naturally occurring compound found in the cannabis genus of flowering plants that has grown a notable presence in areas throughout the country, including El Paso.    According to The Motley Fool, CBD sales...

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The Trans-Siberian Orchestra comes to El Paso every year.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Returns to El Paso

Prospector staff report November 19, 2019

Trans-Siberian Orchestra continues its successful run of fusing hard rock with traditional holiday tunes in a spectacular display with unique production and stage lighting.   The multi-platinum group announced its Winter Tour dates that include two...

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Sophomore Kristen Fritsche fights the ball vs. Rice Saturday Nov. 16, 2019.

Volleyball loses to Rice, earns a rematch in tournament

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor November 19, 2019

The UTEP Miners (13-14, 6-8) lost Saturday to the Rice Owls (24-2,13-1) in three straight sets, thus ending the most successful regular season for the university since 2012’s 16-13 record.  Thoroughly dominating the Miners in the first...

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