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The Prospector

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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Mario Otero: half man, half music.

La Frontera presents Aquiles Moon

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Web/Copy Editor February 15, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series.  Across the Frontera, the chords, rhythms and voices echo throughout the wind over the beautiful mountains of El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. The music scene in the borderland is...

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A bear is a gift that is often associated with Valentine’s Day.

Love in a creative budget friendly way

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor February 15, 2024

Commence the flower bouquets and love songs because the spell of romance is in full swing. This lovely holiday brings affection and admiration to anyone who has been struck by cupid’s arrow. Romance should always be celebrated and there are numerous...

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Infielder Amaya Lee hits the ball during a game on Feb. 10.

UTEP Softball hits hard in spring opener

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor February 15, 2024

UTEP Softball had its season debut, playing five games over the past weekend,two against Abilene Christian University, two against Western Michigan University and one against Monmouth University. The community showed up in big crowds for the team as the...

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Brianne Williams fulfilled her mom‘s dream by becoming the 2016 Queen of Miss Black El Paso.

Celebrating Black History Month

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor February 15, 2024

In the month most notable for it being the season of love, February holds another significant meaning. Gaining its recognition in 1976, Black History Month, honors the memory and accomplishments that people of the African-American community throughout...

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A ring held with a promise.

Impress your boo with something to do for Valentines

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter February 15, 2024

Struggling to find a place to take a date on this Valentine’s Day? UTEP students shared where their go-to spots are. From restaurants to horse-back riding, there are plenty of different options that accomplish having a fun time with a significant other.  Getting...

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Rodney Tawanda Ph.D admires his own art as it is on display for Black History Month

A professor that lives and learns by love

Meagan Elizabeth García, Arts & Culture Editor February 14, 2024

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series.   El Paso is a city that has endless skies, sun and opportunities. It is a community made up of intersecting cultures and borders, providing every resident the chance to immerse themselves...

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A fluffy furry friend surrounded by Valentine's Day decor brings a wagging tail and heartwarming charm to the holiday season.

Be my ‘fluffy’ Valentine

SalmaPaola Baca, Photographer February 14, 2024

As Valentine’s Day approaches, the focus naturally turns to expressions of love and affection for romantic partners. However, for many, a pet’s unwavering companionship and unconditional love can also holds a special place in  people’s  hearts.     According...

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It was announced on Feb. 1, that Lewis Hamilton will be leaving the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Team and switching to Scuderia Ferrari for the 2025 season.

Everyone is a Ferrari fan, including Lewis Hamilton

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter February 14, 2024

Formula 1 fans were shocked on Feb. 1 when it was announced that seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton would leave the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team and switch to Scuderia Ferrari for the 2025 season.   Hamilton joined the Mercedes team in 2013...

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Cynthia Aguilar, born and raised in El Paso, Texas, received her master’s at UTEP and was named the new dean of students, beginning her duties Jan. 2.

The Prospector sits down with Cynthia Aguilar

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor/Writer February 14, 2024

As the calendar turned to a new year, Cynthia Aguilar took on the role of dean of students and associate vice president of Student Affairs bringing a wave of change to the UTEP academic community.  After Dr. Catie McCorry-Andalis was promoted to vice...

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UTEP falls to NMSU at the Pan Am Center on Feb. 10.

Women’s basketball loses third straight game at the hands of I-10 rivals

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Contributor February 14, 2024

The UTEP women’s basketball team (8-14, C-USA 3-6) faced its third straight loss to I-10 rival New Mexico State University Aggies (NMSU) (10-12, C-USA 4-5).   After losses to Jax State (8-12, C-USA 3-4) and Liberty University (8-13, C-USA 3-5) on...

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Things commonly associated with coquette include bows, pink and white, and lace clothing

Letting the light in on the coquette style

Iziah Moreno, Contributor February 13, 2024

There are two things the public cannot escape on TikTok right now, edits of Jacob Elordi and the coquette style. Coquette fashion has dominated the internet in the past couple of months, and as of right now, it looks like it’s not going anywhere.   Lengthy...

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Junior guard Corey Camper Jr. attempts a shot against NMSU senior guard Femi Odukale.

Men’s basketball defeats NMSU Aggies in Battle of I-10 ls

Nicholas Maes, Sports Editor February 13, 2024

The UTEP Miners men’s basketball team (13-11, C-USA 4-5) defeated the NMSU Aggies (11-13, C-USA 5-4) in a landslide victory Feb. 10. NMSU did not take the lead throughout the game, giving the Miners the edge in front of over ten thousand fans. The Miners...

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