Assayer of Student Opinion.

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  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
  • Graduation issue is out now!
  • Enjoy the summer Miners!
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Vivien Noe

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter

Vivien Noe is a sophomore at the University of Texas at El Paso, studying psychology and media advertising. This is her second semester working as a staff reporter for The Prospector. Noe also participates in volunteering organizations with goals of serving her community. Her long-term goal is to establish a career in media using her skills in journalism and psychology to combat misinformation and raise campaigns about important issues to her such as mental health and human rights.

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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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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.

Leveling up students’ futures

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • April 21, 2026
The University of Texas El Paso (UTEP) graduate school and fellowships and awards departments host ‘Level Up’ an event designed to showcase the resources available for students to elevate their education.
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Ballet is an art form that has been around for about 500 years; it involves hard work, technique, and passion. Timothée Chalamet remarked it was a “dying industry,” sparking controversy among fans.

Your sign to keep ballet and opera alive

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • April 21, 2026
Actor Timothée Chalamet recently received major backlash over a comment saying no one cares about ballet or opera anymore. Is this statement true for the local community of El Paso?
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Senior media advertising major Natalia Bermudez who is also pursuing a music career believes that women are more than just look and just as talented as anybody else in the music industry.

Our playlist, their legacy: Women who shaped music

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2026
Female musicians started out with nothing but their voices. Today, they are not only dominating the charts but also using their platform to drive social change, challenge norms, and inspire a new generation of artists and fans.
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(L to r) Jessie Buckley and Director Maggie Gyllenhaal on the set of Warner Bros. Pictures THE BRIDE! A Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Niko Tavernise.

‘The Bride!’ a film about ‘reckless commitment’ 

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • March 6, 2026
The Prospector got the chance to interview the talent behind the upcoming film “The Bride!” director Maggie Gyllenhaal and actors Jessie Buckley, who plays The Bride, and Christian Bale, who plays Frankenstein, give a glimpse into this story full of love and horrors.  
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Wuthering Heights” actors Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie during the student journalist roundtable. Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Beyond Wuthering Heights: Love without limits

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • February 4, 2026
A glimpse into a world of love, regret, passion and obsession. Actors Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi invite audiences to dive deep into the world of ”Wuthering Heights” in this roundtable with college journalists.
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Students are working to complete their coursework, stay up to date with financial aid, search for internships, and stay up float. These factors result in stressful semesters filled with anxiety, but one thing that's a universal remedy for many is music.

Spring 2026 Anthems: Songs that keep miners going

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • February 2, 2026
A good movie is never complete without a great soundtrack, and as the spring 2026 semester starts rolling, the songs playing from Miners’ headphones range from classical to rock and everything in between.
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Grand opening of Texas Western Hall!

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • January 30, 2026

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has added a new building to kick off the spring of 2026 semester! Texas Western Hall is officially the new home of the College of Liberal Arts and offers UTEP students a new way to interact with their education!...

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The University of Texas at El Paso unveils $110M Texas Western Hall on Jan 15. Originally known as the School of Mines and Metallurgy, the name Texas Western came from a period of transformation for the university.

Texas Western Hall: A building built by Miners for Miners

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • January 24, 2026
The University of Texas El Paso (UTEP) celebrated the opening of its new building, Texas Western Hall. With a capacity of holding 1,700 students in its spaces designed to bring its students the best and most accessible education.
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The start of the post-graduation job search may cause seniors to feel they need to prove themselves in a competitive and uncertain job market.

Scripted grad advice

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • December 2, 2025
Graduation can be an exciting yet scary transition for many students. The stress of meeting deadlines gives way to the pressure of job applications and career uncertainty. During this period, many students find comfort in what first inspired them to pursue an education, and the purpose that still drives them forward.
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Hoping to pursue a dual MD-Ph.D degree, senior Angela Cole is planning on giving back to her community through scientific research, or hands-on service for others.

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

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • December 2, 2025
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) biomedical sciences student Angela Cole, will be graduating this fall. As graduation approaches, she reflects on how her participation in Bruce Cushing Ph.D.’s research laboratory is helping her reach success in both science and in helping others.
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XC Miners run at C-USA Championship

XC Miners run at C-USA Championship

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • November 21, 2025
The University of Texas El Paso’s(UTEP’s) men and women’s cross-country teams competed on Nov. 1 at the Conference USA XC Championship. The men’s team placed sixth and women’s placed 11th place.
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As a freshman Atikan Cherdchoo is building her own legacy on the UTEP’s women's golf team. She finished as the team’s top finisher in her season debut. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

Having fun with every swing: Meet UTEP golfer Atikan Cherdchoo

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • November 10, 2025
Meet Atikan Cherdchoo, the freshman golfer on the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) Miners Women’s Golf Team, who became the top finisher for the first time this season, scored seventh at The Lady Clerico Tournament and tied 46th at the Golf Iconic Classic where the Miners finished 11th overall.
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With the traditions of Día de los Muertos being passed along through generations, this holiday that has existed over 3,000 years keeps families close to those who have passed.

How El Paso keeps Día de los Muertos traditions alive

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2025
On Nov.1 through Nov. 2 the Mexican celebration of Día de los Muertos serves as a moment to honor those who came before, and remember those who left us through tradition, reminding the community that love isn’t limited to dates on a calendar.
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Spreading the leadership lessons that they have learned from the Air Force Academy to Congress, General Dave Goldfein and UTEP President Wilson hope to inspire people to be active leaders in their communities.

‘Get Back Up’: UTEP president’s new book

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • October 30, 2025
The UTEP Press, formerly known as Texas Western Press, announced the publication of “Get Back Up,” a book coauthored by The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) President Heather Wilson and General Dave Goldfein. In this work, the authors share lessons on leadership and public service.
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El Paso’s Alamo Drafthouse Montecillo hosts Taylor Swift’s “The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” for three days beginning on Oct. 3.

And the crowd is…confused: ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ review

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • October 27, 2025
Taylor Swift has been releasing music for 18 years, and through it all she has experienced heartbreak, success, love and war under the spotlight. Her fandom of Swifties have witnessed it all, but how do they feel about her latest release ‘The Life of a Showgirl’?
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UTEP students fly into study abroad fair!

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • October 1, 2025

The University of Texas at El Paso’s (UTEP) college curriculum extends outside of the 915! At UTEP, students have the chance to earn credits towards degrees by taking study abroad classes. To learn more, a fair was held on campus to grow student attention...

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Does media play a role in gun violence?

Does media play a role in gun violence?

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • September 30, 2025
Across the country, recent events are fueling debate over how the media covers gun violence and whether social media is dulling both news outlets and the public’s sensitivity to these cases.
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Getting a closer look at the garden, President Grace Lee gives examples of the community work and activities SEEDS has done.

Meet SEEDS: Planting the seed of a brighter future

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • September 16, 2025
SEEDS environmental advocates on campus. From picnics to thrifting and gardening, the student-led organization is committed to its mission of taking care of the environment while educating students on ecology and sustainability.
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One of the most popular resources for those in need of guidance when it comes to picking a path in life is the Career Center located in the West Wing of the Union Building.

The Miner guide to turning student pressure into diamonds

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • September 12, 2025
With a growing applicant pool and a shrinking job market, the use of artificial intelligence and modern technology, many students face increasing pressure. Strong challenges require stronger strategies. This is how students can stay competitive in these times.
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On Sept. 5, Minerpalooza returned to UTEP with live performances, food, and fun, bring together students and community.

Sun City comes together to celebrate 35th Minerpalooza

Vivien Noe, Staff Reporter • September 9, 2025
Minerpalooza is one of UTEP’s longest standing traditions and this year it celebrated its 35th year. The event celebrates another year of welcoming students into UTEP but also invited the El Paso community to the festivity.
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