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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Erika Harrawood saved her best season for last and has struck out 46 batters so far.

Softball seniors prepare for final games in EP

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

The UTEP softball team will be sending out five seniors come Sunday, March 6, when their final series of the season comes to an end against Florida Atlantic in El Paso. The five seniors are pitchers Erika Harrawood, Kaitlin Fifield and Taylor Grohmann,...

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UTEP Track and Field has not won the C-USA men’s title since 2013. The women are looking to regain their 2015 championship title, lost to Rice in 2016.

UTEP to host C-USA Track and Field Championships beginning on May 11

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

After a successful outdoor track and field season for both the UTEP men and women’s team, it’s time for the Conference-USA Outdoor Championships, which begin May 11 and wrap up on May 14 in El Paso, Texas. Athletes from the UTEP men’s team to watch...

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The El Paso Chihuahuas have vaulted into second place due in large part to their hitting. Prior to the season, hitting was thought to be a weak point for a team with several star pitching prospects.

Hot-hitting Chihuahuas return home to face rival Isotopes

Jason Green, Sports Editor May 2, 2017

The El Paso Chihuahuas have vaulted into second place in the Pacific Coast League’s Pacific Southern Division following a double-header sweep of the first-place Salt Lake Bees on Sunday afternoon, April 29, in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Bees had been...

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UTEP Professor cautions against new DHS hirings

UTEP Professor cautions against new DHS hirings

Christian Vasquez, Copy Editor May 2, 2017

While the Department of Homeland Security prepares to hire 15,000 new officers for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, Josiah Heyman, director of the Center for Inter-American and Border Studies and professor of anthropology,...

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It takes an average of 12 years to recoup the cost of getting a bachelor’s degree.

Number of years it takes to receive a bachelor’s degree exceeds four years

Eddie Velazquez, Staff Reporter May 2, 2017

Traditionally, universities have set a standard for a four-year graduation time frame. However, the price of college, parental pressure and a cutthroat job market are some of the factors that may influence a student’s graduation plan. According to...

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Maxo Kream excites in short setlist at The Lowbrow

Maxo Kream excites in short setlist at The Lowbrow

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 29, 2017

In front of a filled pit at the Lowbrow, up-and-coming rapper Maxo Kream debuted his talents to El Paso for the first time on Friday night. Opening the concert for Maxo Kream was Young Deluxe, who fired up the crowd exceptionally. The 18-year-old...

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Green Bay drafts Jones in the fifth round

Green Bay drafts Jones in the fifth round

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 29, 2017

  It was 1:30 p.m. and the fifth round of the 2017 NFL draft was dwindling to an end. Aaron Jones, joined by friends, family and fellow media members, was anxiously awaiting a call from any team. Maybe the sixth round, most started to think. But...

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Aaron Jones and agent Chris Cabott watch the NFL Draft.

Aaron Jones still waiting for name to be called

Jason Green, Sports Editor April 29, 2017

Round three of the 2017 National Football League Draft ended Friday night with UTEP running back Aaron Jones still in a state of limbo. Several running backs who many thought would be picked in the first few rounds, were. LSU’s Leonard Fournette...

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Students speak out at Take Back the Night

Students speak out at Take Back the Night

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor April 27, 2017

The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolutions hosted Take Back the Night on Thursday, April 27, at the Tomas Rivera Conference Center. The event allowed students to speak up about their sexual abuse. Keynote  speaker Staceyann Chin, spoken-word...

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UTEP participates in world wide Denim Day

UTEP participates in world wide Denim Day

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor April 26, 2017

The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolutions hosted the Denim Day fashion show on Wednesday, April 26, at the Union Breezeway. Denim Day is a world wide event that serves to raise awareness of sexual assault.  Students and faculty were encouraged...

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UTEP mens golf team wins C-USA Championship

UTEP men’s golf team wins C-USA Championship

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 26, 2017

After defeating Southern Mississippi 4-1 and Charlotte 4-1, the UTEP men's golf team won the 2017 Conference USA Men's Golf Championship at the Texarkana Country Club on Tuesday. This is only the second conference title in school history and the first...

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UTEPs top 10 seniors recognized with prestigious awards

UTEP’s top 10 seniors recognized with prestigious awards

Rene Delgadillo and Adrian Broaddus April 25, 2017

UTEP's 67th annual top 10 seniors banquet was held on Tuesday evening as parents, faculty and students gathered for the presentation of the student's prestigious awards. The event was sponsored by the UTEP alumni association, which showcased each...

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