The Prospector

[Photo] UT System board authorizes possible tuition increase

Luis Gonzalez, Editor in Chief • October 20, 2015

Freshman philosophy major Jorge Martinez poses as a student struggling from tuition increase.

[Photo] Students from Rio to Rio Grande

Julio Cesar Chavez, Staff Reporter • October 20, 2015

Junior electrical engineering major Carlos Caetano is a Brazillian student studying abroad at UTEP.

[Photo] Miners head into much needed bye week

Adrian Broaddus, Staff Reporter • October 13, 2015

The UTEP football team is heading into their bye week after a 52-12 loss to the FIU Panthers in Miami this past Saturday.

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UTEP Miner students cheer for their team for the Homecoming game.

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A UTEP player takes a moment to pray before the game begins.

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The UTEP miners getting ready to storm the feild.

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The UTEP Miners leave the locker room to the filed.

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UTEP head coach Sean Kugler shares pre-game speech with his team.

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Before the game begins, UTEP players have a discussion with their coach.

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UTEP players talk about the game versus UTSA.

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A UTSA player is taking down by a UTEP player.

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The UTSA running back is taken down by UTEP players.

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UTEP players celebrate after they sack the opposing quarterback.

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UTEP players take down a UTSA wide receiver.

[Photo] Miners fall hard on Homecoming to UTSA, 25-6

October 4, 2015

UTSA on offense versus the UTEP Miners.

[Photo] Students address food insecurity on campus

Maria Esquinca, Managing Editor • September 29, 2015

Members of UTEPs Miner Connection provide a food pantry for students, staff, and faculty.

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Activists arrive at the Mexican General Consulate office and are told only three participants can go inside.

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The leaders of the march hold a speech after speaking with officials at the Mexican General Consulate office .

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Three UTEP students participate in the activist march.

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Activists arrive at the Mexican General Consulate office .

[Photo] One year later, Ayotzinapa is not forgotten

Maria Esquinca, Managing Editor • September 25, 2015

A UTEP student holds up a sign throughout the activist march.

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UTEP students march towards Mexican Consulate in commemoration of the 43 missing Ayotzinapa students.

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UTEP students march towards Mexican Consulate in commemoration of the 43 missing Ayotzinapa students.

[Photo] Enrollment at UTEP continues to grow

Luis Gonzalez, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2015

For the 17th consecutive year UTEP recorded an increase in overall enrollment.

[Photo] UTEP to introduce School of Pharmacy

Alonso Moreno, Copy Editor • September 22, 2015

The first full stand-alone School of Pharmacy is planned to launch in the fall of 2017.

[Photo] 16 de septiembre festivity to celebrate Mexican history and culture

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • September 15, 2015

A 16 de septiembre celebration will take place in the Union Plaza on Sept. 15 beginning at 11:30 a.m.

[Photo] Chihuahuas and fans go out in style as season comes to an end

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor • September 15, 2015

The El Paso Chihuahuas lost to the Fresno Grizzlies three games to one in the Pacific Coast

[Photo] Cab fare that’s fair

Julio Cesar Chavez, Staff Reporter • September 8, 2015

[Photo] How does SGA spend your money?

Maria Esquinca, Managing Editor • September 8, 2015

UTEP SGA holds a meeting to discuss issues around the UTEP campus and it’s community.

[Photo] Mother of Pearl Block Party to celebrate its first year

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • September 8, 2015

The new vinyl store Mother of Pearl will host its block party event on Saturday September 12.

[Photo] When you need your coffee fix: places to grab your cup of joe

Jose Soto, Entertainment Editor • September 8, 2015

Customers enjoy coffee at Hillside Coffee and Donut located at 4935 N. Mesa St.

[Photo] SGA pushes for greater visibility and transparency

Maria Esquinca, Managing Editor • September 1, 2015

Members of the Student Government Association pose for a photo during this year’s Minerpalooza.

[Photo] New study seeks correlation between yoga and stress

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • September 1, 2015

Education graduate student, Rasmiyeh Asam demonstrates one of the yoga poses she teaches.

[Photo] With the start of the fall semester, certain places are ideal for studying

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • August 25, 2015

Einstein Bros Bagels is located at the UTEP Bookstore.

[Photo] Miners up and down in weekend debut

Adrian Broaddus, Contributor • August 25, 2015

Junior Nicole Lindsay gives an impromptu speech to her teammates at half time of their match against the Eastern Washington Eagles.

Miner Canyon Grand Opening

Andres Martinez, Staff Photographer • August 17, 2015

The grand opening of Miner Canyon, UTEP's new student housing facilities, was held at 11 a.m on Monday August the 17th. UTEP President Diana Natalicio was among the many speakers at the event in which participating UTEP students held guided tours of...

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Andrea Arizpe is a scholar student who will be living in Miner Canyon

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Diana Natalicio was amongst the crowd .

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The Philanthropy Theatre

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Classic film fans attend the Philanthropy Theatre to see The Little Shop of Horrors.

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[Photo] Chihuahuas walk off

August 11, 2015

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A young fan attempts the first pitch at the El Paso Chihuahuas game.

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Cody Decker signs autographs for young fans.

[Photo] Ludicrous spending damages students credit

Juan Raygoza, Contirbutor • July 21, 2015

UTEP students have trouble being financially responsible when it comes to spending loan money.

[Photo] Engineering students create prosthetic limbs for impoverished amputees

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • July 14, 2015

[Photo] Plans not final for Burges and Barry Halls

Juan Raygoza, Contributor • July 14, 2015

Barry hall is currently in the process of being demolished.

[Photo] Students find artistry in cosmetic application

Fernanda Leon, Staff Reporter • July 14, 2015

UTEP students use makeup as part of their everyday routine.

[Photo] Cruz Azul scores late to beat Tijuana

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor • July 8, 2015

[Photo] FDA to burn fat

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • July 7, 2015

[Photo] Dinner Theatre to debut ‘Pippin’

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • July 7, 2015

'Pippin’ will be performed from July 10 through July 16.

[Photo] Insights Museum reopens after 2013 demolition

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • June 30, 2015

A boy uses the tesla coil.

UTEP in Black and White

Andres Martinez, Staff Photographer • June 16, 2015

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A UTEP student takes a break.

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A building on the UTEP campus.

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Bhutanese flags by the UGLC.

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A Bhutanese flag next to the UGLC.

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The flags next to UGLC.

[Photo] Study abroad builds cosmopolitan students

Juan Raygoza, Staff Reporter • June 16, 2015

Prospector File Photo

[Photo] Campus carry becomes law

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter • June 9, 2015

[Photo] Chuco Soul Project gives local music a fresh vibe

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • June 9, 2015

Chuco Soul Project performs at the State Line.

Neon Desert ends with brilliant performances

Andres Martinez, Staff Photographer • May 25, 2015

The Neon Desert Music Festival hosted Flume as one of its final performances in Downtown El Paso. Artists such as PartyNextDoor, Miami Horror, Earl Sweatshirt, and Passion Pit also delivered the festival's final performances.