Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • 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
UTEP junior Xan Keel and the Miner rifle team are currently ranked No. 10 in the nation going into the NCAA Rifle. Championship at Columbus, Ohio.

Girl Bossing: ‘Ready, Aim, Fire’

Dustin Perez, Contributor Photographer • April 7, 2026
Roxanne (Xan) Keel’s involvement in the women’s rifle team and undergraduate research assistant at Dr. Hirschi’s biology lab seem like complete opposites. Yet these two worlds in Keel’s studies never compete with each other; in fact, they’re often intertwined with one another.
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Many UTEP students who commute to campus have had to adjust their spending habits due to the increase in gas prices. Because of the conflict in Iran, prices have risen to around $4.08 in El Paso as of early April 2026.

El Paso gas prices hit highest level in four years

Adrian Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2026

For the thousands of students who commute to the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) daily, the walk from the Sun Bowl parking garage is getting increasingly expensive before they even step onto campus. As of early April 2026, the average price for...

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UTEP student and local figure skater Isabella Brito poses in her angel-inspired costume.

Angel on ice: Isabella Brito

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • April 7, 2026
Local figure skater Isabella Brito highlights how costuming, choreography and small performance details work together to shape storytelling on the ice. From expressive movements to intricate designs, each element plays a role in connecting with judges and audiences while boosting a skater’s confidence and individuality.
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From a cost saving necessity to a trendy new hobby, concerns rise as reselling culture becomes the norm when it comes to thrift stores.

More than a necessity: Thrifting’s become a trend

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2026
Before becoming a trendy pastime, shopping at thrift stores wasn’t something people advertised. Today, influencers and resellers buy out entire racks as customers from all income levels search for their next great find.
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How I survived the dino-killing asteroid to now

How I survived the dino-killing asteroid to now

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • April 7, 2026

I am so excited to start this new position. I’ve officially been promoted to the position of “Office Unc.” That being aside from Sofia Sierra, the EIC of Minero Magazine, who started the summer before me, and Kristian Hernandez, the actual Unc of...

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2026 Oscar Highlights

2026 Oscar Highlights

Aziel Ramos, Contributor Writer • April 7, 2026
A recap of the memorable wins and achievements in film that occurred at the 2026 Oscars.
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