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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Junior biological sciences major Karina Monticone delivers Halloween candy and presents to underprivileged individuals.

UTEP club helps underprivileged celebrate Halloween

Elenie Gonzalez, Staff Reporter October 23, 2017

Halloween is the one night of the year that many people of all ages look forward to celebrating with decorations, candy and costumes flooding the town. It’s a tradition that dates back many decades. Trick or treating is what most children look forward...

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The UTEP men’s basketball team will take the court against another opponent for the first time this season against Sul Ross State on Oct. 28..

Men’s basketball opens exhibition play this weekend

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter October 23, 2017

In preparation for the 2017-18 men’s basketball season, UTEP will be hosting two exhibition games at the Don Haskins Center. The Miners will welcome Sul Ross State University on Oct. 28 at 1 p.m., and then on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m., UTEP will battle Western...

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Sound engineer Sebastian Estrada mixing and mastering a recording at Brainville.

Brainville offers a home studio setting with an experienced and professional feel

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief October 23, 2017

Tucked away in a humble suite in Sunland Park, New Mexico, is a recording studio that blends the professionalism of a recording studio with the comfort of a home setting. Founded by three music aficionados, Ross Ingram (chief engineer and producer),...

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Mens golf outlasts No. 24 Marquette to win second straight Price Invitational

Men’s golf outlasts No. 24 Marquette to win second straight Price Invitational

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor October 22, 2017

The UTEP men's golf team put together three solid rounds to win its own Price's "Give 'Em Five" Invitational for the second consecutive season on Sunday afternoon at the Butterfield Trail Golf Club. The Miners beat No. 24 Marquette in the final round,...

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Kelvin Jones departs from UTEP basketball program

Kelvin Jones departs from UTEP basketball program

Mike Flores, Reporter October 21, 2017

Over the years of the Tim Floyd era, many players left the UTEP basketball program, and one more can be added to the list—sophomore center Kelvin Jones. In what was supposed to be a deeper team at the frontcourt position, UTEP lost one of their 7-footer's...

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Team White escapes with win after late-game shot in Orange-White scrimmage

Team White escapes with win after late-game shot in Orange-White scrimmage

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter October 21, 2017

Team White was up nearly the entire second half on Team Orange in the seventh annual Orange versus White scrimmage, which seemed to be going to all Team White's way, until senior forward Jake Flaggert hit his only shot of the night with under 20 seconds...

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Protesters gather outside of Rep. Hurds office.

Immigration advocates rally outside of Rep. Will Hurd’s office

Grecia Sanchez, Reporter October 20, 2017

Immigration advocates and members of the student organization Soñando Juntos’ organized a rally today outside of Rep. Will Hurd's offices. After two legislative visits where Hurd was present, advocates say that Hurd needs to support a clean Dream...

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El Paso Film Commission gets new film commission coordinator

El Paso Film Commission gets new film commission coordinator

Brianna Chavez, Contributor October 20, 2017

Destination El Paso has announced a new film commissioner. The El Paso Film Commission has named Drew Mayer-Oakes Film Commission Coordinator for the Visit El Paso division. Mayer-Oakes will assist the Film Commissioner with developing, marketing,...

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Miners snap four-game skid with 2-0 shutout of Marshall

Miners snap four-game skid with 2-0 shutout of Marshall

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor October 19, 2017

Freshman Anna Jimmerson scored in the 12th minute of play and sophomore Aylin Villalobos added a goal in the 76th minute to help the UTEP women’s soccer team snap a four-game losing streak, shutting out Marshall 2-0 on “Senior Night” at University...

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Annual heel walk raises $82,000 for local YWCA

Annual heel walk raises $82,000 for local YWCA

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor October 19, 2017

Hundreds of men participated in the annual "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" fundraising event on Thursday, October 19 at San Jacinto Plaza. The funds will support local YWCA programs and services for survivors of domestic violence and family assault. The...

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Crystal Castles pack Tricky Falls for frenetic show

Crystal Castles pack Tricky Falls for frenetic show

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor October 19, 2017

Staying true to their reputation of frenetic and chaotic live shows, Canadian electro pop duo Crystal Castles rumbled through a lengthy set in front of a packed house at Tricky Falls on Wednesday. Founding member and producer Ethan Kath played...

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Lily Downs

Lily Downs named C-USA women’s golfer of the week

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor October 18, 2017

UTEP's Lily Downs has been named Conference USA women’s golfer of the week, the league office announced Wednesday evening. The junior earned back-to-back top-five showings to grab her first weekly nod of the season. First, she penned a 2-over...

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