The Prospector Podcast: Summer Edition, Episode 1: Picking Up on a DIY Summer Vacation!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Nathaniel Flores, Kristian Hernandez , Ximena Cordero, Abigail Pedroza, and Iziah Moreno • July 8, 2026

The Prospector Podcast Summer Edition returns for the second year in a row! But this time, with a twist. For this year’s summer edition, every podcast will be filmed in a setting other than our traditional studio. To start, we film at Student Media...

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Season 14, Ep. 6: Picking Up on the World Cup! W/ Jair Marrufo

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Kristian Hernandez , Cameron Mason, Adriana Quinones Melendez, Dustin Perez, Vivien Noe, Fred Kepfield, and Nathaniel Flores • May 8, 2026

The end of the semester has arrived, which means it's time to close off season 14 of The Prospector Podcast. This year, the podcast turned 11 years old! We celebrated the love for our show by hosting various members from the staff, special guests including...

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[Photo] Student Government Association initiative expands food access for UTEP students

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2026

The Free Meal Pass Program was led by SGA President Ryan Boatright.

[Photo] Carving her own path: Heidi Baca pursues bioarchaeology to preserve untold stories

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2026

Graduating with a double major in anthropology and history, senior Heidi Baca is moving on to the next level as she will be going to Spain to attend the Sansera Archaeological Institute field school.

Season 14, Ep. 5: Picking Up on UTEP athletics with Jim Senter!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Kristian Hernandez , Cameron Mason, Victoria Adler, Nathaniel Flores, and Adriana Quinones Melendez • April 30, 2026

Athletics at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has recently been under the limelight as the Miners' move to the Mountain West Conference nears. Questions over programs like football and basketball have caused discourse about the state of the...

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[Photo] From Spain to El Paso, Yrizar finds her swing at UTEP

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter • April 21, 2026

Coming from a family of athletes, freshman Blanca Yrizar’s parents pushed her into playing sports, leading to her eventually finding her love for golf.

[Photo] El Paso Artist and Farmers Market returns for 15th anniversary season

Vanessa Orozco, Contributor Writer • April 21, 2026

Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the annual El Paso Artist and Farmer’s market returns every Saturday through September.

[Photo] Leveling up students’ futures

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • April 21, 2026

Paying a visit to check out the Level Up showcase, UTEP President Heather Wilson and UTEP Mascot Paydirt Pete pose for a photo at one of the booths at the showcase.

Season 14, Ep. 4: Picking Up on UTEP Speech and Debate!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Victoria Adler, Nathaniel Flores, and Ximena Cordero • April 13, 2026

Midway through season 14 of The Prospector Podcast, the spotlight gets shined on the University of Texas at El Paso speech and debate team! Members from the squad, Felix Castañon and Riley Ramirez, join their teammate and host to talk about their...

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[Photo] More than a necessity: Thrifting’s become a trend

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2026

From a cost saving necessity to a trendy new hobby, concerns rise as reselling culture becomes the norm when it comes to thrift stores.

[Photo] Angel on ice: Isabella Brito

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • April 7, 2026

UTEP student and local figure skater Isabella Brito poses in her angel-inspired costume during a photoshoot, featuring a flowing white skirt, silver rhinestone details and full-sized wings.

[Photo] An inside look at UTEP’s Nursing expansion 

Mia Colmenero, Layout Editor • April 6, 2026

The Health Sciences and Nursing Building provides students in the nursing and health professions with state-of-the-art facilities. Opened in summer 2011 on Wiggins Way, El Paso, Texas.

[Photo] Skating through time

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • April 6, 2026

With modern day skaters finding a middle ground between technical skill and individuality, routines are now being used as a form of emotional and artistic expression.

Timber! Liberal Arts Building goes down

Sebastian Perez-Navarro and Nathaniel Flores • April 2, 2026

Timber! After 65 years of being a staple of The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) campus, the Liberal Arts Building is coming down. After its successor, Texas Western Hall, was opened earlier this Spring semester, UTEP is now moving quickly to...

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Season 14, Episode 3: Picking Up on Women in Journalism!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Adrian Gonzalez, Nathaniel Flores, and Ximena Cordero • March 28, 2026

March is National Women’s history month, episode three of The Prospector Podcast puts the spotlight on women in journalism! Golf player and MinerVision sideline reporter Paige Wood joins the podcast and discusses her journey in sports as both an...

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[Photo] First Impressions: Locos home opener

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor • March 24, 2026

[Photo] Our playlist, their legacy: Women who shaped music

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2026

Senior media advertising major Natalia Bermudez.

J. Cole’s ‘The Fall-Off’: Hit or Miss? 

Cameron Mason and Nathaniel Flores • March 20, 2026

After years of anticipation, hip-hop lyricist and rapper J. Cole blessed the world with “The Fall-Off.” This 24-track, two-disc album dropped Feb. 6, 2026, and could very well mark the final chapter of a legendary career, in which he did NOT disappoint. 

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Lead singer Elle Gorman performs with Waves in April during a live show in El Paso on Feb. 27.

[Photo] Metalcore band Waves in April debuts first tour performance at El Paso Rockhouse Bar & Grill 

March 24, 2026

Providing lead vocals as well as playing the keys lead singer Elle Gorman and the rest of Waves in April perform in El Paso for the first stop of their tour on Feb. 27.

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Bassist Lukas Wilson performs with Waves in April during a live show in El Paso on Feb. 27.

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Dierks Canada, lead screamer, performs while playing bass and guitar during a Waves in April show in El Paso on Feb. 27.

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Providing lead vocals as well as playing the keys lead singer Elle Gorman and the rest of Waves in April perform in El Paso for the first stop of their tour.

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Laying down the beat drummer Willy Canada and the rest of the band perform their new single “Neverbloom” on the same day of release.

[Photo] Waves in April brings metal to El Paso!

Aziel Ramos, Contributor Writer • March 11, 2026

Season 14, Episode 2: Picking Up on Sport & Song!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Ximena Cordero, Cameron Mason, Abigail Pedroza, Adrian Gonzalez, Victoria Adler, and Nathaniel Flores • March 5, 2026

Just like in a loving relationship, things go wrong. Turns out using love as the symbol of season 14 of The Prospector Podcast destined us to go through some errors with our audio :( we apologize for the delay in this episode's release. However,...

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[Photo] From Ballet to Blades: UTEP sophomore carves her way into figure skating with passion  

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • March 3, 2026

Transitioning from a background in ballet to the ice, UTEP Sophomore Isabella Brito practiced and homed in her skills, reaching a platinum level status in just 5 years.

[Photo] Bringing border stories to the big screen: Valeria Contreras selected for NALIP’s Director Incubator

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • March 3, 2026

After being chosen to be in NALIP and Netflix director incubator, Valeria Contreras continues to develop her “Oranges” screenplay to eventually make the jump to a making a feature film.

[Photo] El Paso Museum of Art Reopens with ‘Frida Kahlo: Sus Fotos’ Exhibit

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter • March 3, 2026

With the goal to showcase Frida Kahlo beyond her paintings, the traveling exhibit made its debut on Feb. 14 hosting an opening ceremony with food vendors and live performances from Ballet Folklorico Tonatiuh.

[Photo] Exploring the artwork that shapes UTEP’s campus

Jewel Ocampo, Staff Reporter • February 17, 2026

Season 14, Episode 1: Picking Up on Love… Again!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Kristian Hernandez, Cameron Mason, Victoria Adler, Nathaniel Flores, Fred Kepfield, Adrienne Garcia, Mia Colmenero, and Sofia Montez • February 12, 2026

It has been one full calendar year since The Prospector Podcast saw the introduction of a new staff, so to rewind to the beginning, season 14 picks up on the topic of love, again!

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[Photo] The best of both worlds, love before and after social media

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • February 4, 2026

A phone call dating all the way back to junior year in high school, juniors Vielka Valdez and Felix Anoveros found the use of technology as a benefit with their relationship spawning from a phone call where Anoveros initially confessed feelings.

[Photo] I’m single, lonely, and want someone to bring me chocolates on V-Day: What do I do?

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 3, 2026

Cradling a ketchup bottle is one of the tried-and-true methods to block out the Valentines Day blues.

[Photo] Exploring love across generations!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 4, 2026

[Photo] Two paths, one purpose: Hawkins Scholarship recipients

Vanessa Orozco, Contributor Writer • February 4, 2026

After working with scholars from around the world during an internship with Microsoft, junior Vianey Martinez gained experience which made her stand out in a wide pool of applicants for the Hawkins Scholarship.

[Photo] From the lab to graduation, Angela Cole’s research journey

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • December 2, 2025

With her project focusing on the architecture of the brain, Senior Angela Cole uses prairie vole models to conduct her research.

[Photo] How El Paso keeps Día de los Muertos traditions alive

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2025

Celebrating the holiday Día de los Muertos, families celebrate by setting up ofrendas that are typically decorated with the photos, favorite foods and items of those who passed away.

[Photo] Keeping athletes in the game: No days off

Cameron Mason, Staff Reporter • October 31, 2025

Adjusting routines to meet Athletes individual needs, UTEP Athletics emphasis recovery practices such as receiving proper rest, stretching, and foam rolling.

[Photo] ‘Get Back Up’: UTEP president’s new book

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • October 30, 2025

Co-Authoring the book “Get Back Up” UTEP President Heather Wilson shared the lessons she has learned in leadership positions throughout her career at a UTEP book signing.