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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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Abigail Pedroza

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor

Abigail Pedroza is a freshman at the University of Texas at El Paso majoring in Art History. She is the arts and culture editor for The Prospector. After graduating she wishes to pursue a career in the media and arts industry as a museum curator/caretaker or as a journalist working within the arts.

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A neon green NCT light stick glows beside an official BTS light stick in the crowd.

A ‘mucho picante’ concert

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • May 5, 2026
Who knew a random day in 2017 could lead your life in a completely different direction? From being at my grandmother’s house one day and hearing my very first BTS song, I can finally say I got to see one of my favorite bands live.
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Jarvis, to be cringe is to be free

Jarvis, to be cringe is to be free

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • March 3, 2026
It is now my second semester here at The Prospector and I have had even more time to reflect on my upbringing. My journey up until this day has definitely been a rollercoaster, but I wouldn’t change anything for the world.
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A new beginning

A new beginning

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • November 4, 2025
I’ve always felt a strong connection to writing. I struggle speaking to people, but writing is one of the few ways I can express myself properly. I am halfway through my first semester of college and The Prospector, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
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"Hooked Like Helen", a band created by a husband/wife duo, started off the "KLAQ Rocks The Park" event as crowds began to form and excitement built up.

‘KLAQ Rocks the Park’ with Scott Stapp and Poppy

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • October 23, 2025
KLAQ and Leg Up Entertainment presented “KLAQ Rocks the Park” on Oct. 4, serving as a revival for KLAQ Streetfest. The showcase featured rock artists such as Hooked Like Helen, Dead Poet Society, Poppy and Scott Stapp, the voice of Creed.
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La Union Maze kicks off its opening weekend for the fall season.

La Union Corn Maze opens for the fall 2025 season

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • October 14, 2025
For the 26th year in a row, La Union Maze has reopened continuing the tradition for the El Paso community to enjoy. With a corn maze design of Sesame Street, attendees can choose to find the exit or get lost in the many activities La Union provides.
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The Marching Miners marched together with high schools from around El Paso at The University of Texas at El Paso's football home game.

The Marching Miners honor educational heroes

Abigail Pedroza, Arts & Culture Editor • October 6, 2025
The University of Texas at El Paso’s (UTEP’s) Marching Miners celebrated their annual Band Day by hosting all high school bands around El Paso. Their performance honored heroes and four retired educators that provided support and a community for musicians for many decades.
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