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Uncertainty continues as DACA reaches make-or-break decision from Houston Judge

Uncertainty continues as DACA reaches make-or-break decision from Houston Judge

Andrea Valdez, Contributor August 27, 2018

Editor’s Note: Quotes from Monica Diaz and Diego Garcia were translated from Spanish to English. The nearly-700,000 young people who were brought to the United States illegally during their childhood face a difficult time in their lives as the immigration...

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New SGA officers sworn in

New SGA officers sworn in

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor May 23, 2018

The Student Government Association held their 2018-2019 Swearing-In Ceremony on Wednesday, May 23, at the Hoover House. Associate Vice President and Dean of Students Catie McCorry-Andalis welcomed everyone with a speech and introduced UTEP President...

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First MinerFest kicks off with local performers

First MinerFest kicks off with local performers

April 20, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osQ2v6p-GJM SGA presented the first Miner Fest on Wednesday, April 18 at Centennial Plaza in an effort to start a new spring tradition. Students had the opportunity to take a break in between their classes, from 11 a.m....

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Miner Fest will be held at Centennial Plaza on Wednesday, April 18 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

MinerFest to kick off new tradition on campus

Claudia Flores, Entertainment Editor April 8, 2018

On Wednesday, April 18, UTEP's Student Government Association will host MinerFest at Centennial Plaza from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “MinerFest is UTEP's newest tradition that will work toward creating a full-on music festival for the years to come,” said...

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SGA holds Valentines themed fest at the Union Breezeway

SGA holds Valentine’s themed fest at the Union Breezeway

Daniel Mendez, Staff Reporter February 15, 2018

On Feb. 14,  SGA hosted its second annual “SGA Loves UTEP” at the Union breezeway from 11 to 2 p.m where students could pass by to enjoy of the different booths and activities  The Valentine’s Day-themed carnival filled with a kissing photo...

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Education Across Borders seeks to use the same energy that Education Not Deportation (E.N.D.) used, but Education Across Borders promises to be more policy-driven

SGA launches Education Across Borders

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief June 21, 2017

Helping out those who are immigrants or international travelers is dear to Jonathan Cereceres, a junior political science major. He was elected the vice president of external affairs for the Student Government Association and he wanted to make sure to...

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Meet your new SGA president: Kristen Ahumada

Meet your new SGA president: Kristen Ahumada

Leslie Sariñana, Entertainment Editor June 1, 2017

A new administration is set to take office in the Student Government Association under newly elected president, Kristen Ahumada, a junior biological science major. She is no stranger to the roles of SGA as she has served as a Senator-at-Large this...

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Incoming Student Government Association officers swore-in at Hoover House

Incoming Student Government Association officers swore-in at Hoover House

Eddie Velazquez, Copy Editor May 24, 2017

During a swearing-in ceremony at the Hoover House, the incoming 2017-2018 Student Government Association (SGA) officers gave their oath of office on Monday. The students were introduced in front of an audience that included their families, UTEP President...

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SGA candidates reflect on election week and anticipate results

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor April 25, 2017

It’s five in the morning and Carlos Chavira’s alarm buzzes to start the day. Although he usually wakes up after 9 a.m. each day for school, this particular week the Student Government Association elections demand that he gets to school early and stay...

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SGA candidates for president and vice-president answer questions at the Union Breezeway on April 17.

The Student Government Association announce 2017 candidates

April 17, 2017

The Student Government Association announced their list of candidates for the  2017 election terms. The term for elected officials begins in July. Students can vote in person on Wednesday, April 19 and Thursday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the...

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Newly elected Student Government Association president, sophomore operation chain supply management major Sergio Baltazar looks over the Centennial Plaza.

Getting to know the new SGA president

Amanda Guillen, Editor-In-Chief May 3, 2016

The Student Government Association will have a new president in June. Sophomore operations chain supply management major Sergio Baltazar was elected on April 22 and ran independently. Despite being discouraged to run as an independent, Baltazar felt...

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SGA elections results revealed

SGA elections results revealed

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor April 22, 2016

As the semester draws to an end, the annual Student Government Associations’ spring election results were released on Friday, April 22. Sergio Baltazar, a sophomore operations and chains supply management major, won the presidential election with a...

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