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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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UTEP students react to the death of Franklin Mountain legend Bob the Goat

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter September 27, 2024
The recent passing of the beloved Bob the Goat has united the 915 in honoring his life. Bob’s legacy is one that impacted all citizens, including those at UTEP.
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Old Sheepdog Brewery hosts the Presidential debate on Sept. 10.

Is El Paso Still Safely Democratic?

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter September 27, 2024
As the political landscape shifts, multiple factors continue to influence voter sentiment, with some reinforcing existing loyalties while others push voters in new directions.
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UTEP’s acceptance rate reflects the dedication to inclusivity and access to education for all

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter September 27, 2024
With a 99.9% acceptance rate, UTEP has a commitment to inclusivity and education access. While this raises sustainability questions, officials emphasize the university's dedication to student success as future growth is expected.
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The Geological Sciences building offers students a calm and quiet environment to study in.

Need a quiet place to study?

Victoria Valadez, Contributor/Photographer September 27, 2024
With such a large campus, UTEP has many well-known and hidden gem areas where students can study.
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The University of Texas at El Paso has been named one of Forbes' 500 Best Colleges.

Forbes Top 500 List furthers the truth for UTEP

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter September 25, 2024
After the release of the Forbes Top 500 list, the rest of the US learns what those who stepped into UTEP already know, its promise to excellence.
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Courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP football falls to Jay Norvell-led Colorado State, QB1 now in question

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter September 24, 2024
UTEP has a strong outing in Fort Collins against Mountain West’s own Colorado State. Despite the result, UTEP demonstrated a resilient attitude, almost completing a second half comeback. Entering the bye, the Miners are left with a significant question.
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Lucas Stauffer for the El Paso Locomotive.

Colorado Switchbacks Versus El Paso Locomotive thriller makes fans go ‘Loco’

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter September 24, 2024
The Locomotive finally returned home after two weeks, but were confronted with a perennial USL club in the Colorado Switchbacks, who are second in the Western Conference. To the tunes of a nail-biting finish, the Locomotive rode the crazy train all game long.
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Middle Blocker Kaya Weaver celebrates a score with her teammates.

UTEP Volleyball captures Southwest Showdown title going undefeated over the weekend

Christian Garza, Writer/Contributor September 24, 2024
UTEP volleyball claims the Southwest Showdown Tournament title with an unbeaten 3-0 record. The Miners secured three consecutive victories over the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (TAMCC), and Texas State last weekend at Memorial Gym.
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Banes General Contractors Inc works with El Paso County to renovate the Agua Dulce Skatepark for the community.

Renovations coming to Agua Dulce Skatepark and various city parks across El Paso County

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor September 24, 2024
The Far Eastside Agua Dulce Skatepark is under renovation thanks to a state park improvement grant. Aguadulce is one of many parks across the county facing renovations due to this grant.
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Photo Courtesy of Jay J. Armes III on Facebook. Private investigator Jay J. Armes rides alongside his son, Jay Armes III, both dressed in formal attire.

World-Renowned El Paso legend and private investigator, Jay J. Armes, passes away at 92

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter September 24, 2024
Jay J. Armes, a world-renowned private investigator and native El Pasoan, passed away at 92, according to a Sept. 19 Facebook post shared by his son, Jay J. Armes III.
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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice premiered on September 6, 2024.

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”: A Twisted Revival of the Strange and the Unusual

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter September 23, 2024
Following the 1988 release of Beetlejuice, Tim Burton has brought back both longtime fans and newer generations to theaters —36 years later— with the newest release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
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UTEP's Center for Community Engagement held National Voter Registration Day at Leech Grove Sept. 17.

Voter Registration Day: Empowering communities and ensuring every voice is heard in the 2024 Election

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter September 23, 2024
Sep. 17 marked National Voter Registration Day. With the deadline to register on Oct. 7 and elections on Nov. 5, UTEP students and the El Paso community must be aware of deadlines and resources available.
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