The UTEP Dance team placed first at the National Dance Alliance (NDA) D1-A Spirit Rally National Championship Friday, April 7, in Daytona Beach, Florida. The NDA has been in place since 1976 and has facilitated competitions from elementary cheer groups...

After recieving plenty of art submissions for the “Call for Art” hosted by the The Student and Engagement Leadership Center, Black Student Union and Multi-Cultural Greek Council, an exhibit was held in the Union Gallery from Feb. 6 through Feb. 24....

Activism can look different at every stage in every space. Whether it be resistance through things like protesting, art, music, film or poetry, people can show up for communities in a multitude of ways. But with recent political movements and celebratory...

Junior tennis player, Elena Dibattista, has found her way with the UTEP tennis team. A native from Agrigento, Italy, Dibattista has been playing tennis since she was eight years old, but before she had tried gymnastics. It was her father who convinced...

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth Realms, died Sept. 8 at the age of 96 years old at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Buckingham Palace released a statement earlier today stating the British Monarch...

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...

The Hector and Glora López Foundation announced that its first grant would consist of $1.7 million to benefit 15 students at UTEP that will be classified as López Scholars. The Lopez Scholarship program was announced at 10 a.m. July 5 in the Interdisciplinary...

It was officially announced Friday morning that the U.S. Supreme Court has overruled the constitutional right to abortion after almost 50 years of its establishment in 1973. The decision has the potential to reshape the nation’s politics. Roe v. Wade...

Dr. Robert Osegueda announced he will step down from his position as the Vice President of Research and Sponsored Projects, after working with the university for almost 17 years, according to a news release from UTEP Marketing and Communications....

This issue is dedicated to all the graduates of the Spring 2022 semester. The Prospector congratulates you on all of your accomplishments and wishes you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors. We hope you enjoy this special issue, and congratulations...

In a leaked Supreme Court opinion draft published by Politico on Monday, the court will allegedly rule to overturn Roe v. Wade. The draft was written by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito jr. in February 2022. According to the 98-page document released...

Each year the Student Government Association seeks to represent all students equally and ensure that their voices are heard in UTEP’s decision-making process. According to SGA’s mission, its goal is to advocate for students’ rights at UTEP and at...

In honor of Women’s month, the Women’s and Gender Studies Department organized a two-day conference, where students, faculty and staff will attend as guests and presenters. The conference based its presentations on gender-related topics, such as domestic...

The UTEP softball team (10-13) fell to The University of Texas at San Antonio on March 11 at the Helen of Troy Softball Complex. Early on, the Roadrunners were able to grab an early 2-0 lead, then took a 9-1 lead later in this game and never looked back.   The...

The Battalion, the student-led newspaper at Texas A&M released an article on Feb.11 detailing that their university President Katherine Banks, Ph.D., is forcing the 129-year-old publication to stop printing. The decision was made without consulting...

As the beginning of the semester approaches, the UTEP Library announced via email their operation hours, in which their services will be available to cover students’ needs. The library will continue to work with students to ensure the best academic...

EP’s COVID-19 vaccination clinics and testing sites continue their operations  As positive cases for COVID-19 spike again in El Paso. The clinics are free and open to the public; If you are a UTEP student, faculty, or staff there will be a dedicated...

As the end of the year approaches, the library has changed its operation hours to accommodate the students’ needs during finals week. Providing a quiet and safe space for students to work on their final projects and prepare for their exams, both...

A public statement from the El Paso Police Department (EPPD) claims that the 9-1-1 call they received Thursday morning, Nov. 18, reporting a “suicidal suspect on drugs with a weapon” threatening violence against local schools were false,...

  Last Wednesday Oct. 27, UTEP's Student Engagement & Leadership Center (SELC) and the Inclusion and Advocacy program hosted the drag show Queernival at Union building to end LGBT History month' s Queertober celebrations.

  Last Sunday Oct. 17, the Don Haskins Center hosted the WWE Smackdown at 5pm.  This was the first time that both RAW and Smackdown superstars performed in one show. The list of superstars consisted of: Becky Lynch, Roman Reigns, Big E, The...

Eligible students of UTEP will be contacted by email from July 19 to Aug. 15 to apply for American Rescue Plan (HEERF III). The university will be contacting from 1000 to 2000 students per day to confirm their eligibility. Deferred Action for Childhood...

Starting Tuesday, July 6 these are the new hours for UTEP dining services operations. CHICK-FIL-A (EPNGCC) BEGINNING JULY 6 MONDAY - THURSDAY 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FRIDAY 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PIZZA HUT (UNION EAST 2ND FLOOR) JUNE...

With the increased reopening of businesses and the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the El Paso area will have plenty of things to do for the July Fourth holiday. Below is a list of some of the events that will be happening. The El Paso County Parks...

The Prospector Daily · S3 EP5: The Prospector Podcast (2020 Election, 915 documentary, rising COVID-19 cases + more) During this special 2020 Presidential Election episode of The Prospector Podcast, Margaret Cataldi shares a conversation with first-time...

The Prospector Daily · S3 EP4: The Prospector Podcast (Jill Biden visit, early voting, Southern Miss + more) In this episode, Anahy Diaz captures Jill Biden’s speech during her visit to campus earlier this week, and catches up with voters in line...

UTEP announced that it will be postponing homecoming celebrations, including the alumni celebrations, until next year. The recipients of this year's will be honored next year along with the recipients of 2021. The university has only postponed homecoming...

UTEP unveiled its COVID Data Dashboard weeks into the fall semester and it’s now reflecting the highest number of UTEP-affiliated COVID-19 cases for one week. The dashboard reveals that 19 people tested positive for the virus and 6 people reported...

The Prospector Daily · S3 EP3: The Prospector Podcast (Tik Tok ban, harsh professors, football 3-1 + more) In this episode, Victoria Almaguer explains the legal battle over Tik Tok and whether the app will remain available in the US; Daniel Alec Lopez...

The Prospector Daily · S3 EP2: The Prospector Podcast (Miner football, Jessica Krug, Tenet + more) In this episode, Anahy Diaz explains the recent uproar on Twitter after a George Washington University history professor was outed for pretending...

The Prospector Daily · S3 EP1: The Prospector Podcast The Prospector Podcast is back for a third season. In this episode, Victoria Almaguer briefly explains the QAnon conspiracy theory and how its integration into mainstream media spells concern...

The Prospector Daily · PODCAST S2 EP 11 In this weeks episode; Michael Cuviello talks about the effectiveness of masks and social distancing on the COVID-19 outbreak, and Daniel Alec Lopez reviews the 2001 movie “A Knight’s Tale” starring...

With a little over two weeks, until classes resume at UTEP, today the University announced the details of its Coronavirus testing program that will begin August 17.  Starting the week before classes begin through August 21, UTEP will test...

UTEP announced in a news release that it had set a record for the number of students attending Summer I and II class sessions. According to the university, 12,981 students took classes totaling 87,365 semester hours.  All Summer classes were done...

Businesses in the city and county of El Paso now require the use of face covering inside their premises. The requirement, which is part of an amendment of the Fourth Local Emergency Directive, was put into effect first hour of Monday. “The amended...

According to UTEP News UTEP President Heather Wilson was appointed chair of the newly formed Women in Aviation Advisory Board (WIABB) by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao on Friday, May 15. President Wilson, who served as the 24th Secretary...

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is now officially able to assist students who can’t make ends meet because of the pandemic through “emergency financial assistance grants,” according to a UTEP news release.   These grants are meant...

In this week's podcast: Valeria Olivares analyzes the latest coronavirus memes and trends circulating the internet, Bryan Mena reviews the new Nintendo Animal Crossing game and Michael Cuviello discusses the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s...

UTEP President Heather Wilson has been selected to serve a six-year term on the National Science Board (NSB).  Early March, in a White House press release, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to appoint Wilson to the NSB for a...

For more coverage on COVID-19 and its impact on UTEP, El Paso, the state and the nation, visit The Prospector's Coronavirus page. (UTEP) March 26: UTEP employee among four new COVID-19 cases in the county [ 6 p.m.] El Paso County has four new confirmed...

The Student Leadership and Inclusions Program at UTEP promotes critical thinking with its interactive book program, “Powerful Pages.” Every semester, a book is chosen and members of the program attend a biweekly meeting where they discuss the assigned...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra continues its successful run of fusing hard rock with traditional holiday tunes in a spectacular display with unique production and stage lighting.   The multi-platinum group announced its Winter Tour dates that include two...

MANA: Rayando El Sol Tour 2019  8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6  UTEP Don Haskins Center  The Grammy Award-winning Latin rock band returns to El Paso to perform at the UTEP Don Haskins Center once more for their 2019, “Rayando El Sol Tour”...

Jorge Vasquez of UTEP’s Office of Special Events announced Monday, Nov. 4, that American singer, actress and television host, Cher, will perform March 6, 2020 at the Don Haskins Center.  Vasquez was joined by 93.1 KISS-FM on-air personality, Monika, who...

El Paso Symphony Orchestra (EPSO) will celebrate Día de Los Muertos with a live rendition of the Academy Award-winning animated film “Coco” by composer Michael Giacchino at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at The Plaza Theatre.   Set in a fictional...

El Paso’s Climate Strike  12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Friday, September 20, 2019  Memorial Park 1701 N Copia  Members of the El Paso Community are invited to join a national strike for climate change action. The rally will host advocates who will...

UTEP Centennial Lecture Series: ‘Is it Time to Abolish the Electoral College?’ Paul Finkelman, the president of Gratz College in Philadelphia, will be the guest speaker at a Centennial Lecture at 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16 at the Undergraduate Learning...

The 200 Años de Música Mexicana show scheduled for Sept. 20 at The University of Texas at El Paso Don Haskins Center has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, according to a UTEP press release. Ticketholders for the event, which would...

Free training to help participants identify and respond to stalking will be held Thursday, Jan. 24 at Miner Canyon-Boquilas Hall. The training is for faculty and staff and will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, followed by the student training from 2-4 p.m....