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  • 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

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. 

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Graduates will fill the Don Haskins Center as UTEP celebrates its Spring commencement ceremonies May 16–17, marking the culmination of years of hard work. Families and friends are expected to gather to honor students as they walk the stage across multiple college ceremonies.

[Photo] More than movies and myths: A senior’s story

Vanessa Orozco, Contributor Writer May 5, 2026

Graduates will fill the Don Haskins Center as UTEP celebrates its Spring commencement ceremonies May 16–17, marking the culmination of years of hard work. Families and friends are expected to gather to honor students as they walk the stage across multiple...

UTEP student and local figure skater Isabella Brito poses in her angel-inspired costume.

Angel on ice: Isabella Brito

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor April 7, 2026
Local figure skater Isabella Brito highlights how costuming, choreography and small performance details work together to shape storytelling on the ice. From expressive movements to intricate designs, each element plays a role in connecting with judges and audiences while boosting a skater’s confidence and individuality.
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How I survived the dino-killing asteroid to now

How I survived the dino-killing asteroid to now

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor April 7, 2026

I am so excited to start this new position. I’ve officially been promoted to the position of “Office Unc.” That being aside from Sofia Sierra, the EIC of Minero Magazine, who started the summer before me, and Kristian Hernandez, the actual Unc of...

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Having her routine, music, and outfits personally picker by herself, sophomore Isabella Brito’s figure skating routine reflects the modern trends in the sport as it continues to evolve.

Skating through time

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor April 6, 2026
Despite the growth in figure skating, the sport is often still misunderstood, especially in places like El Paso, where it is less visible. 
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Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Chandi Dayle speaks to students during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at the University of Texas at El Paso.

Former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader Chandi Dayle speaks to students during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at the University of Texas at El Paso.

Students attend sessions during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at the University of Texas at El Paso. The one-day event featured keynote speakers, breakout sessions and networking opportunities focused on leadership development.

Students attend sessions during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at the University of Texas at El Paso. The one-day event featured keynote speakers, breakout sessions and networking opportunities focused on...

University of Texas at El Paso President Heather Wilson speaks with retired U.S. Air Force Gen. David Goldfein during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at UTEP.

University of Texas at El Paso President Heather Wilson speaks with retired U.S. Air Force Gen. David Goldfein during the Miners Leadership Summit on Feb. 27 in the Undergraduate Learning Center at UTEP.

The quiet nature of Sonic Ranch allows artists to pull away from distractions and focus on their craft. Musicians such as Fiona Apple, Faye Webster and Lil Yachty have all recorded projects at the ranch.

The quiet nature of Sonic Ranch allows artists to pull away from distractions and focus on their craft. Musicians such as Fiona Apple, Faye Webster and Lil Yachty have all recorded projects at the ranch.

In a time of AI generated music rapidly spreading, Castañeda works to keep real music alive.

In a time of AI generated music rapidly spreading, Castañeda works to keep real music alive.

Audio engineer Felipe Castañeda works closely with musicians at Sonic Ranch to bring out their most authentic sound.

Audio engineer Felipe Castañeda works closely with musicians at Sonic Ranch to bring out their most authentic sound.

In a time of AI generated music rapidly spreading, Castañeda works to keep real music alive.

In a time of AI generated music rapidly spreading, Castañeda works to keep real music alive.

Surrounded by pecan orchards and open land, Sonic Ranch gives artists a sense of privacy. The secluded spot allows artists to connect deeper with their music.

Surrounded by pecan orchards and open land, Sonic Ranch gives artists a sense of privacy. The secluded spot allows artists to connect deeper with their music.

 Sonic Ranch sits in the middle of West Texas, offering artists a peaceful space away from city life. The ranch is located in Tornillo, Texas.

Sonic Ranch sits in the middle of West Texas, offering artists a peaceful space away from city life. The ranch is located in Tornillo, Texas.

Inside its rooms, Sonic Ranch gives not only a recording space, but a comfortable area for artists to stay for their visits. Each studio and room is designed to inspire imagination from the artists.

Inside its rooms, Sonic Ranch gives not only a recording space, but a comfortable area for artists to stay for their visits. Each studio and room is designed to inspire imagination from the artists.

As AI becomes more common in music, Sonic Ranch continues to keep the human side of creativity alive.

As AI becomes more common in music, Sonic Ranch continues to keep the human side of creativity alive.

Born from the same roots, soccer and American football have both grown across the world, but fans still unite through a shared love of the game.

[Photo] Two games, one name

Jazmine I Gracia, Contributor/Writer November 10, 2025

For many fans of both soccer and American football, their introduction to the sports was not a a choice but a tradition passed through their families.

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