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The Prospector

The Prospector Podcast – Season 5, Episode 3

Anahy Diaz, Multimedia Editor September 28, 2021

On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast,  guest contributor Edward Reyes gives a rundown on the upcoming UTEP festivities happening Sept. 28 - Oct. 2.  Anahy Diaz covers UTEP's 11th Annual Miner Dash 5K Run/3K Walk and Family Fitness Fiesta...

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RSOlympics 2019 UTEP HOMECOMING

RSOlympics 2019 UTEP HOMECOMING

Anahy Diaz, Glenda Avalos, and Noah Sarabia October 8, 2019

Students showed off their Miner spirit this Homecoming season through the “RSOlympics.” Organized by UTEP’s Student Engagement and Leadership Center, this series of events and activities aimed to engage Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), in...

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Paydirt Pete starts off the 9th Annual Miner Dash race with the 320 participants.

9th annual Miner Dash kicks off homecoming week

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor September 30, 2018

On Sunday morning, 320 participants signed up for the 9th annual Miner Dash-5k run/3k walk, hosted by the Department of Kinesiology and Wellness Program. The Family Fitness Fiesta followed the race at Centennial Plaza with booths of different organizations...

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Members of UTEPs Alpha Xi Delta rejoice after they are announced as winners of the lip sync battle.

Greek organizations secure annual homecoming lip sync trophy

October 4, 2017

  In one of the most anticipated events of the RSO homecoming week, Theta Chi and Alpha Xi Delta teamed up for their '90s filled routine to take first place at the annual lip sync battle on Wednesday afternoon. Different organizations joined...

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Miner Dash kicks off homecoming in annual race

Miner Dash kicks off homecoming in annual race

Sergio Muñoz, Contributer October 1, 2017

Starting at Centennial Plaza, the annual Miner Dash run kicked off the 2017 Homecoming celebration on Sunday. Runners and competitors started the race at 8 a.m. Families and friends gathered together not only for the dash, but also for the different...

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Junior mechanical engineering major, Lana Hussein is introduced as this years homecoming queen.

Homecoming parade ends with pep rally at Centennial Plaza for the first time

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor October 29, 2016

UTEPgohand the El Paso community came together on Saturday Oct. 29 for this year's homecoming parade and pep rally for the first time in Centennial Plaza. The parade showcased UTEP spirit, celebated by both students and alumni. Festivities began at Mesita...

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Today in Homecoming Week: Human Foosball

Today in Homecoming Week: Human Foosball

Claudia Hernandez, Staff Photographer October 26, 2016

Students enjoyed their Wednesday afternoon playing human-sized table soccer. The event took place at the Students Recreation Complex where around 50 students participated. Last year's Homecoming queen and king were there to cheer on the contestants.  

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Student organizations compete in Lip Sync battles

Student organizations compete in Lip Sync battles

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor October 26, 2016

The third day of RSO olympics featured a lip-sync battle at the Union West Breezeway on wednesday Oct. 26. Lambda Chi Alpha and Women's Buisness Association won first place with their Dance Dance Revolution theme, while Alpha Xi Delta and Zeta Tav Alpha...

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Junior mechanical engineering major, Lana Hussein and Junior commercial music major, Jean-Andre Moore were crowned UTEP’s 2016 homecoming king and queen Sunday, Oct. 23.

Greek life reigns as homecoming king and queen

Eric Vasquez, Entertainment Editor October 25, 2016

Sunday night’s 2016 homecoming pageant was a test of endurance for hosts, audience and contestants alike, but the almost four-hour competition proved to be worth the time for this year’s court. Included in the competition was a talent portion and...

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7th annual miner dash kicks off homecoming week

7th annual miner dash kicks off homecoming week

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor October 23, 2016

UTEP's homecoming week started early Sunday morning Oct. 23 with the 7th annual miner dash 5k run/3k walk, followed by the family fitness fiesta at Centennial Plaza. Participants were able to take on the fitness challenges which included push-ups, sit-ups,...

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UTSA on offense versus the UTEP Miners.

Miners fall hard on Homecoming to UTSA, 25-6

Adrian Broaddus, Staff Reporter October 4, 2015

  Rain, lightning, and nearly nothing working on offense. These were all contributing factors in the Miners 25-6 loss in their Conference USA opener against the UTSA Roadrunners. The third time would not be the charm for starting quarterback Ryan...

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UTEPs king and queen riding through the parade

UTEP celebrates Texas-themed 2015 homecoming

Angel Ulloa, Staff Photographer October 3, 2015

UTEP students, alumni, faculty and staff and members of the community came together to celebrate this year's Texas themed homecoming parade. The parade ran from the corner of University Avenue and Oregon Street down to Kidd Field. The parade featured...

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