Iziah Moreno

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor

Iziah Moreno is a junior media advertising student at the University of Texas at El Paso. He is the photo editor for both The Prospector and Minero Magazine and is the treasure for National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ). After graduation, he hopes to work in the world of media.

All content by Iziah Moreno

[Photo] Jumping into the unknown, learning one story at a time

Ximena Cordero, Audience & Engagement Editor • January 24, 2025

[Photo] Stepping into the world of my dreams

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • January 22, 2025

[Photo] Making the most out of everything in life and rolling with it

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • January 24, 2025

[Photo] Sharing love to pets in need of a safe home

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • February 10, 2025

To adopt a pet, the adoptee must be over 18 years old and must have a valid form of identification.

[Photo] A love letter from me to El Paso

Alyda Muela, Arts & Culture Editor • February 10, 2025

[Photo] How Christianity connects the Black community

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • February 5, 2025

[Photo] RedNote, the TikTok savior that wasn’t needed

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 29, 2025

Days leading up to the national ban of TikTok on Jan. 19, over three million Americans signed up for RedNote.

[Photo] Creative Kids cultivate youth expression and artistic vision

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • January 24, 2025

Founders Andrea Gates-Ingle and Stephen Ingle were both college students who wanted to connect the community with art.

[Photo] Sharpshooting sisters set their sights on UTEP rifle

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • January 15, 2025

The sisters are one year apart in age and will reunite on the rifle field in fall of 2025.

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Senior Guard Baylor Hebb attempts to go for a layup at a sold-out Don Haskins against NMSU.

[Photo] UTEP’s men’s basketball six-game win streak ends with an upset by the Aggies

Diego Cruz-Castruita • January 14, 2025

Guard David Terrell protects the ball against New Mexico State player at the Don Haskins Center on Jan. 11.

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Danika Washington, acing grades and breaking the barriers

Alyda Muela, Web Editor • December 13, 2024

Washington played her final home game being on the UTEP volleyball team on Nov. 23.

[Photo] Texas reclaims the I-10, UTEP beats NMSU in Las Cruces

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024

Cornerback Jaylon Shelton avoids tackle from an NMSU player on Nov. 30.

UTEP rifle breaks school record against Jacksonville State in fourth home match

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • November 21, 2024

UTEP rifle played against Jacksonville State in a two-day match up on Nov. 16-17, while the Miners dropped the first match, the second match exceeded expectations with the Miners setting multiple personal and school records in the process.

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What should El Pasoans know about gestational diabetes as the city faces rising diabetes rates

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • November 20, 2024

Diabetes is a disease most of the population is aware of, but what many are also unaware of is the projected growing trend of Diabetes, particularly in Gestational Diabetes. Gestational Diabetes is a form of Diabetes that presents itself during a pregnancy and has the potential to bring various risks to the mother and child.

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[Photo] UTEP women’s basketball soars above the Morehead State Eagles in second home game

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 14, 2024

Kayla Thornton watches a video presented for the retirement of her jersey alongside with family and current members of the team.

[Photo] Miners come down to the wire in homecoming double overtime nail-biter

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • November 12, 2024

Wide Receiver Kenny Odom saves the ball.

[Photo] Once a Pete, always a Pete: Former Paydirt Pete shares his journey

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 9, 2024

The name Paydirt Pete came around in 1974, after a contest to name the University Mascot.

[Photo] Death and Rebirth: Junk Approved hosts ‘Death by Denim’ fashion show

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024

Lars, a model for brand Feel the Sting, walks the runway in a custom piece.

[Photo] How mascots can improve campus morale

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024

With multiple versions of Pete's appearance in the past, the current version of Paydirt Pete debuted in 2004.

[Photo] UTEP’s costume contest brings Halloween spirit to campus in a showcase of creativity

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024

Contestant dressed as Zoro from the popular anime, One Piece.

[Photo] UTEP club sports wait for their moment in the spotlight

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • November 1, 2024

Joshua Martines studies criminal justice at UTEP. He became president and captain after joining the team in January 2024.

[Photo] UTEP’s Ruth Jerubet named C-USA Athlete of the Week for two consecutive weeks

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • October 24, 2024

Jerubet has had a passion for running since 10 years old.

[Photo] Revival of “Dream Monster” in the Sun City

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • October 15, 2024

Martinez’s most recent mural is located at Del Norte Courts Motel.

[Photo] Soccer player embraces her culture through sport and her education

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Writer/Contributor • October 11, 2024

Leslie Gutierrez is a part of UTEP’s soccer team as a forward and a midfielder.

Two Door Cinema Club makes way to El Paso in sold-out show

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • October 11, 2024

Two Door Cinema Club returned to El Paso on Sept. 25 at the Plaza Theater along with their opener Petey for a sold-out show. The show is a part of their US and Canada tour, the biggest in their career.

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[Photo] Football falls to Sam Houston, remains winless at the Sun Bowl

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • October 9, 2024

Sam Houston avoids a tackle from UTEP.

[Photo] UTEP’s acceptance rate reflects the dedication to inclusivity and access to education for all

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • September 27, 2024

UTEP has an acceptance rate of 99.9%.

[Photo] Olympians & Paralympians in the 915

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • September 20, 2024

Niesha Burgher was born in Jamaica and represented her country and UTEP at the Olympics this year.

[Photo] The bright lights and blinding recruiters from reality: Women deserve to be in Showbiz

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • September 20, 2024

Genesis Tanner is a senior who’s majoring in theater design and technology.

UTEP Celebrates 214th anniversary of Mexican Independance with El Grito Ceremony

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • September 20, 2024

In honor of Mexican Independence day, UTEP hosted its annual “El Grito” ceremony in Centennial Plaza. Guests included Cónsul General of México in El Paso, Mauricio Ibarra, color guard and military band of the Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Juarez, and others.

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[Photo] Discovering my passion for journalism and rising to lead El Paso’s largest newsroom

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • September 16, 2024

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela is the editor-in-chief for The Prospector.

[Photo] From Work-Study to Editor

SalmaPaola Baca, Photo Editor • September 13, 2024

SalmaPaola Baca is the photo editor for The Prospector.

UTEP Career Center hosts “Work at UTEP Job Fair,” an on-campus employment and networking opportunity open to UTEP students.

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • September 13, 2024

The UTEP Career Center held its Work at UTEP Job fair on Sept. 3 to Sept. 4, an event targeted towards offering jobs to students on campus that will work around student schedules.

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