Being thrusted into the starting quarterback position in late September was not quite on redshirt sophomore Cade McConnell’s radar. After senior quarterback Gavin Hardison fell to injury during the team’s fifth game against the University of Nevada-Las...

Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers.   It has been eight years since audiences have last been graced with the fictional world of Panem on the big screen. Now a five-movie franchise, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,”...

As basketball seasons come and go, familiar names like Micheal Jordan, Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlin and more male National Basketball Association (NBA) stars are always brought up when talking about the best of the best, but...

As homecoming week ended Sunday, Nov. 5, there is one person who, although was not labelled as “Homecoming Queen”, surely wears the title.  UTEP Women’s Basketball Had Coach Keitha Adams, returned “home” to hopefully take the Miners to another...

For much of my young life I never truly felt a connection to the day of the dead or “Dia de los Muertos” in Spanish. I saw no importance in the holiday due to me not having dealt with loss quite yet. Losing anyone can have a severe impact on anyone,...

For the past 40 years, the UTEP Dinner Theater (UTD) has entertained audiences of all ages, having their shows range from many cult classics like ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ to Tony-Award winning musicals like ‘The Prom’. However, the stability...

People come into one another’s lives not knowing the impact they will have on each other. For Stephen Pitchkolan, President of Kappa Sigma at UTEP, the impact of Diego Martinez is an everlasting one. Unfortunately, some people leave this earth unexpectedly...

Downtown El Paso and San Jacinto Plaza is most notable for its warm and welcoming environment, has turned into a disheartening place as visitors greet the eyes of hopeless migrants waiting for the foreseeable future. Today and for an unknown amount of...

Past, present and future Miners celebrated Minerpalooza by listening to musical acts, playing games and enjoying the fun ambiance. The 33rd annual Minerpalooza took place Sept. 15 outside of the Sun Bowl Stadium.  The night started off at 6 p.m. with...

In a time where concerts are seen as a once in a lifetime opportunity to watch your favorite artists perform their best hits, it seems stupid to do anything to ruin the performance. So why is it that recently, concertgoers have taken it upon themselves...

Early Friday morning, UTEP Police sent out an email to students, faculty, and staff about restroom safety tips after an incident occurred on campus in the women’s restroom. This is the second incident to occur on campus as the first one occurred May...

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) has made it their mission to have more Latinos in newsrooms to help diversify the stories told across the world. Every year during their annual convention they celebrate four journalists who will...

BREAKING: The Supreme Court issued a ruling on affirmative action policies in Harvard and the University of North Carolina (UNC), which are used to help diversify their campuses. The decision comes after the Supreme Court decided these policies are in...

With the FIFA Women’s World Cup happening next month, teams have begun to release their team rosters to prepare anticipation for the upcoming games. Being favored to win this upcoming World Cup, all eyes were on their roster announcement as the United...

The saying “a man’s best friend” has been interpreted in many ways but possibly most noted by its meaning of a dog‘s loyalty to their owner. For upcoming UTEP graduate Daniel "Dan" Shiprak, the saying is more than just a loyal dog but rather two...

Last month Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reporter Evan Gershkovich was arrested on accusation of espionage in Russia. Arrested by Russian Security Services, Gershkovich is being questioned over the possibility of being a spy for the United States government,...

Everyone has a special thing in their life whether they come in the form of a human, cat, or dog. For our Director, Veronica Gonzalez, and for some here at The Prospector, that was Piper.  April 13, 2023 marked the end of Piper’s journey and a new...

Concerts can call for much planning on the attendees’ part, from transportation to hotels to makeup to clothing choices, but what about the artists themselves?   Most artists perform in simple, comfortable and easy-to-move-in clothing while some...

In the team’s inaugural season, the UTEP beach volleyball team (0-4) headed to the University of Arizona to take part in the Cactus Classic for opening weekend, Feb. 24 and Feb. 25. The Miners tried their best to defeat the Pacific-12 Conference foes,...

In my time I have always heard “If you do not look for love that is when it will come to you. Right when you least expect it.”   Well, I have been single for almost three years now and I still think it is just a lie people have convinced me to...

For years, El Paso has been overshadowed by the bigger cities in Texas like Austin, San Antonio, Dallas or Houston, but El Paso is not one to overlook. From the Franklin Mountains to the heart of downtown to the hidden gems in Socorro and Ysleta, El Paso...

Love is in the air and even more so inside the UTEP Dinner Theatre as “The Prom” takes center stage for audiences to enjoy. The Tony-nominated musical’s first showing took place Feb. 3 as a part of the UTEP Dinner Theatre’s 40th anniversary.    According...

Big names like Adele, Lizzo, Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and Beyonce made their way to the Dolby Theater to celebrate the past years’ hit music. Having a rating boost of about 30 percent, according to Variety, it was music’s biggest night...

Throughout many years, people of many races have impacted our lives, many of them being unaware of the impact they would have on the future. For Lorraine Hansbury, revolutionizing the world of theatre was not something planned in her short lifetime.  Being...

After 15 years of leading the El Paso Police Department, Police Chief Greg Allen has died at the age of 71.   Allen, whose career spans all the way to 1978, when he first joined the police force, has been chief since 2008 after being interim Police...

Ever since I can remember I have always wanted to be a writer, reporter or news anchor and I never thought I would get the chance to do any of that professionally during my college years. As I enter my senior year at UTEP, I realize the opportunity...

President Joe Biden toured the city of El Paso, Jan 8. ahead of his visit with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. The visit comes after much criticism from many republicans on the handling of the ongoing migrant crisis happening in the...

Barbara Walters died Friday, Dec. 30 at the age of 93. Walters was a trailblazer in the world of journalism as she became a dominant force in a field dominated by men. Working on the “Today” show from 1961-1976, she then moved to ABC where she became...

In the final episode of the fall 2022 podcast season, host Itzel Giron, EIC Emily Autumn Velasquez, Arts and Culture Editor Megan Garcia, and others talk all things graduation. From goodbyes to graduation gifts to even a final NFL recap, The Prospector...

As the 2022 fall convocation nears, many seniors might back on what made them choose the path they are currently on, how they got there, or what could have changed had things not gone their way. The same goes for graduating music education senior, Eric...

Graduation comes with all variations of pressures, however, one pressure can at times be overbearing; having parents who have received their college degree before you have received yours. It can be a pressure that can either push or break students when...

In a surprise extra episode Itzel Giron wishes all fall 2022 graduates a bid farewell and a good luck. Along with that in the spirit of thanksgiving, she also thanks a few special people who have impacted her time here at The Prospector.

As the holiday season nears, many questions may arise like what side dish are you making for thanksgiving dinner? What Christmas movie are we watching? Or if you find yourself to be a sports fan: Am I watching basketball or football? Well, this year you...

For the first time, the World Cup will be held from Nov. 20 to Dec. 18 to protect players and attendees from dehydration. 32 nations are taking the biggest stage in soccer.   It is possibly the last time anyone will get to see big names such as Argentina...

In our second to last episode, host Itzel Giron gives everyone suggestions on how to make your holidays just a little bit better. Annabella Mireles gives her movie suggestions to watch this coming holiday season. Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your biweekly...

In a three part series, reporter Alberto Silva Fernandez interviewed three professors who skateboard. Each one with a different story to tell, use skateboarding in many ways whether it be to help students learn about psychics, a way to relax mentally,...

Earlier this month, a probe into The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) by former acting U.S. Attorney General Sally Quillian Yates, was released revealing a “systematic problem” of sexual misconduct and emotional and verbal abuse in the league. The...

Editor’s note: This is the third of a three-part series on professors who skateboard at UTEP.     When skateboarders get on their board and push forward, they are actively engaging in motion physics. Whether they are aware of it or not, skateboarding...

Editor’s note: This review contains spoilers.  After premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, “My Policeman” has hit select theaters Oct. 21, giving audiences the opportunity to see an emotionally filled film. Set in the 1950s,...

On this week's podcast episode host Itzel Giron gives The Pick, a quick rundown of all things you need to know. Photo Editor Annabella Mireles gives Miners ten movie recommendations to watch during Halloween, Staff Reporter Alyson Rodriguez showcases...

Halloween is merely days away and it is common to see a multitude of pumpkins, skeletons and ghosts as decorations across many neighborhoods. For some it is the trivial things about Halloween like trick-or-treating or carving pumpkins that make the holiday...

It seems self-explanatory that at some point most people would stop believing in Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and even the Tooth Fairy. You might look back and realize you never were counting down the days until you find out the truth about those childhood...

Editor’s note: This is the second of a three-part series on professors who skateboard at UTEP.   Impacting students’ lives has always been a priority for UNIV 1301 lecturer, Steven Brown. Brown originally began working at UTEP as an academic...

Beto O’Rourke, who is currently on the road trying to gain traction for the Texas gubernatorial election, made the final stop of his college tour Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the El Paso Natural Gas Conference Center at UTEP. Filled with students and community...

It's political season and like the saying... Everything is bigger in Texas. It's the Texas Midterm Elections and there hasn't been a closer Gubernatorial Election. Host Itzel Giron speaks to the Democratic Challenger Beto O'Rourke and how he hopes to...

The Texas gubernatorial election is set to take place Nov. 8. With the voter registration deadline approaching Oct. 11, it is important that everyone knows both candidates and what they stand for. It is expected to be a tight race against incumbent Greg...

The city of El Paso is getting a new cultural kick with “Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition.” In this 90 minute experience, patrons get to experience Michelangelo’s famous work featured in the Sistine Chapel without having to go through...

On this episode of The Prospector Podcast, host Itzel Giron gives her review on the movie "Don't Worry Darling." Staff Reporter Katrina Villarreal gives a UTEP sports recap and also informs us on jobs you can get in the sports field without being a pro...

Editor's Note: BSU Offensive Coordinator Tim Plough was fired the Saturday following this matchup. The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) (2-3, 0-1 Conference USA) faced Boise State University (BSU) (2-2, 1-0 Mountain West) Friday night at the Sun...

Editors note: This is the first of a three part series on professors who skateboard at UTEP In the early 90s, street skateboarding became a cultural phenomenon for teenagers at the time. One of those teenagers is now Associate Professor of Music Theory,...

On this week’s episode, we go into all things football with NFL recaps from EIC Emily Autumn Velasquez , UTEP sports recap from Katrina Villarreal, and Guest Contributor Alicia Barron asks students on campus who their favorite team is. Aside from football,...

Being recognized by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) for the diligent work of KTEP meant bestowing one of the highest honors in the journalism field. Named after journalist Edward R. Murrow – a broadcast correspondent who gained...

On Friday, Sept. 2 the 32nd Minerpalooza took place and was a smash hit. Miners of all generations filled the parking lot outside of the Sun Bowl Stadium and showed off their Miner pride.  There were games, jumping balloons, vendors, music and fun that...

It's a new semester meaning a new podcast season! With new host, Itzel Giron, The Prospector Podcast might sound just a little bit different but the Miner perspective is still there. On this week's episode, Itzel Giron talks to KTEP News Director Angela...

A lightning alert put a delay to the week zero showdown for the UTEP football team against the University of North Texas, but it did not stop the fans from showing up to see the Miners back in action. This was UTEP’s first sellout at the Sun Bowl since...

A tradition that has been around for a couple of years, Miner Welcome Week embraces the start of the upcoming semester, allowing for students to take part in multiple events starting Aug. 18. From socials to a job fair, this welcoming custom allows for...

Since 1999 there have been 311,000 school shootings accord-ing to The Washington Post, and recently added to that list is the shooting at Robb Elementary. In Uvalde, Texas on May 24, 2022 students and two teachers were murdered at Robb Elementary School,...

The Prospector and Minero Magazine made their way to Hoover House Aug. 5– residence of the President of The University of Texas at El Paso, to meet President Heather Wilson, Ph.D., and to get to know her in a new light. Inspired by Vogue Magazine, both...

Starting off the first season with six episodes, Marvel has encapsulated the humor, youthfulness and uniqueness of Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani) in the latest addition to the list of Disney+ shows, “Ms. Marvel.” Premiering June 8, the show...

Long lines formed outside the first ever Rock n’ Roar event, hosted by The El Paso Zoo Society, Saturday, July 2, at the El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive. Despite the chance of rain, attendees lined up outside the gates with their tickets as the vendors...

As the heat turns up this summer, ways to cool down and enjoy the sun are popping up across the city including the first ever Rock-N-Roar Event at the El Paso Zoo, located at 4001 E. Paisano Drive. El Pasoans are invited to enjoy a variety of events across...

The 16th annual Pridefest “Show me your disco” kicked off June 18, 801 S. Ochoa St.in El Paso to celebrate Pride month. The celebration included vendors, food trucks, DJs, performances from artists and drag queens, as well as local vendors and food...

The Jurassic World saga has come to an end with the release of “Jurassic World: Dominion,” but not without leaving viewers overwhelmed and bored.  From the start of the movie, the use of social media trying to recap the past two movies while trying...

The beginning of the end has started for the Netflix original show “Stranger Things” as the first of two volumes premiered May 27. The highly anticipated show returned after production was pushed back due to COVID-19, which meant standards were high...

Harry Styles has returned with new music after almost three years since the release of “Fine Line” in 2019.With the amount of success from “Fine Line,” standards remained high for the former One Direction member. Harry Styles released his third...

Every year, UTEP students are presented as The Top Ten Seniors –10 graduating or recently graduated seniors who are not only academic achievers, but have a combination of leadership, involvement, and service in both their community and on the UTEP campus,...

Growing up, I have always been intrigued by the world of fashion, whether it be dressing up my Barbie dolls or watching my grandmother sew wedding and Quinceañera dresses, I found myself being immersed in all of it. From the sequins, the beading, the...

In recent years, people from celebrities to everyday people have pushed the boundaries of what fashion is and what it can mean. It has become an outlet for many to express a multitude of things including emotions, problems in society and so much more. One...

Drag queens have been a part of the fashion world for years, according to PAPER MAGAZINE, From the extravagant looks to  unique stylings, the art of drag has influenced what people wear today and will continue to do so for years to come. Though many...

Women have graced the world of journalism with intellectually written news pieces, beautiful photography, and stunning production in broadcast, though one might not think about the amazing journalists here in the borderland. Rachel Phillips, Brianna Chavez,...

“Euphoria” has become the most talked-about show since its initial release in 2019; however, with COVID-19, filming of the second season was paused causing viewers to wait almost three years for the new season.   Released on Jan. 9, the show has...

Editor’s Note: This is your formal warning for mild spoilers.  The highly anticipated “The Batman” film by director Matt Reeves is set to arrive in movie theaters March 4, but it has already surpassed all expectations, including my own. Being...

Editors note Feb. 21, 2022 12:34 p.m- As of Feb. 20 the hunger strike has ended after medical professionals advised for the well being of the individuals involved to stop. Maurice André San-Chez has provided a statement on the instagram account @hungerstrike4oaklandschools...

Highly anticipated Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny arrived at the Don Haskins Center Friday Feb. 11, as fans lined up outside for hours before the show started. It was only the second show in his biggest tour to date, “El Último Tour del Mundo” setting...

The legacy of former UTEP President Diana Natalacio, Ph.D, will continue to live on for years to come. Natalicio's death late last year had a profound impact on the El Paso community, and her personal book collection gives the community a chance to walk...

Love is in the air at UTEP as Valentine’s Day approaches in the coming days. Most people are preparing to celebrate the holiday by ordering chocolate-covered strawberries, dozens of roses, or buying teddy bears, but there are multiple ways of expressing...

Editor’s Note 11:26 p.m.- This story was updated to include information released by the El Paso Fire Department.   El Paso Fire and Police Departments responded to a major fire Friday Feb. 4 at the 300 block of East Mills at the De Soto Hotel.  According...

Social media has become a part of everyone’s daily lives whether it be scrolling Twitter to find the funniest memes or finding your news through Instagram; It has become vital to our routine more specifically to mine.   For years, I have been using...

Editor's Note 3:31 p.m.- This story was updated to include information released by UTEP police department. Car collides with UTEP golf cart after inital reports of a pedestrian being struck by a driver near UTEP Sun Bowl parking garage Monday morning....

UTEPs’ spring semester started Tuesday, Jan. 18, with a collection of Miner Welcome events to get students involved and help them embrace their Miner pride.  The two-week event includes the Get Involved Fair, Health and Well-being Fair, a sorority...

Legendary New York Jets wide receiver Don Maynard passed away Jan. 10 at the age of 86, only 15 days shy of his 87th birthday. Not only was Maynard an NFL Hall of Famer, but he was also a part of the Texas Western College Football program,...

Beto O’Rourke returned to El Paso Saturday Jan. 8 in hopes of getting support from his hometown as he prepares to face Republican incumbent Greg Abbott in the race for Texas Governor.  Hundreds of masked individuals filled the empty parking lot...

Many woke up Thanksgiving morning with the energy to prepare for the feast taking place later in the evening, all while both UTEP dance and cheer teams found themselves in New York City for the 95th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.  Earlier...

As students prepare to take their final exams, add finishing touches on job applications and prepare for their big projects before graduation, one student finds herself also preparing to leave the borderland for Washington D.C. Patricia Estefania Morales...

When entering UTEP, you find students across campus diverse in age and ethnicity, all striving for the goal of one day graduating and earning their degree. For years, Dolores Anguiano has strived for the moment to walk across the stage of the...

Echoing screams, long lines and bright lights filled UTEP’s Don Haskins Center, Wednesday, Nov. 10, as crowds made their way inside to enjoy the highly anticipated Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias' first joint tour . After a year of waiting, since the...

Recently, “Alebrijes” took center stage at the UTEP Chihuahuan Desert Garden Ampitheater, highlighting the culture significance of Dia de los Muertos by director and playwright Georgina Hernandez-Escobar.  Before coming to work at UTEP...

For years, the United States have dealt with hundreds of mass shootings in schools, from the Columbine High School shooting in 1999 to more recently at Timberview High School Oct. 6.   Shootings seems to inevitably happen every year, either...

For about a year and a half of being separated from everyone, one thing most can agree on is the lack of human touch. Whether it be psychically or sexually, people across the globe were forced to be alone without knowing when the next time they would...

Released on Sept., the Netflix Original “No One Gets Out Alive” tells the story of Ambar, an immigrant who seeks shelter in a rundown Cleveland boarding home. Unaware of what has occurred in the boarding home prior to her arrival, Ambar takes refuge...

Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar are set to perform for the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show Feb. 13, 2022, becoming one of the biggest Halftime show lineups to date.  The show will take place at SoFi Stadium in...

UTEP student Lizbeth Avila, 22, is being remembered as a beautiful, radiant, confident and fearless person in the words of her family and friends.   According to a KTSM report, Avila suffered severe head trauma due to a skating accident at a local...

Dr. John T. Farraro, 91, was a proud Texas Western Alumni, an esteemed Professor of Metallurgy at UTEP and most importantly a father figure, not only to his own children but to many students who crossed his path. Farraro died Aug. 19, 2021, leaving...

Over the course of the pandemic, many students stayed in the comfort of their own home focusing on their classes rather than the shirt you would see on a computer screen. Since the return of in-person classes this fall semester, you may find some students...

For the first time in UTEP history, both the UTEP cheer and dance teams have been invited to take part in the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 25.   With the announcement posted on social media Sept. 5, both teams have asked...

The return of Homecoming activities is being welcomed with open arms after being postponed last year. Beginning Friday, Sept. 24, students are invited to enjoy an abundance of activities planned up until the Homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 2....

Finding new job opportunities for growth is stressful enough, but doing it after the COVID-19 pandemic may have caused more anxiety and a bigger delay in finding the right resources needed.  From internships to full-time positions, the University...