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Participants begin the Miner Dash 3k Walk at Centennial Plaza.

14th Annual Miner Dash helps kick off Homecoming Week

Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • November 11, 2024
As UTEP’s 2024 Homecoming has come and gone, the results of the 14th Annual Miner Dash 5k Run/3k walk will stick around forever. The event, which took place at Centennial Plaza, showcased not only the race but also jumping balloons, inflatables, yoga and a medal ceremony for the winners of the race in several age groups. The race ran from 8:00 to 11:00 am with all the proceeds to help benefit UTEP’s College of Health Sciences Programs and the Wellness Program.
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Ruby Montana, organizer of foster-based Bridge Pup Rescue, with one of the foster pups at the U.S. Mexico Border.

Bridging pets and families back together

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • November 11, 2024
Families who enter the U.S. are being separated from their loyal companions, their pets, during processing. While Border Patrol cannot look after the pets and El Paso’s Animal Shelter is overcrowded, numerous pets are going unclaimed. Bridge Pup Rescue is a local initiative that helps reunite immigrant families with their beloved pets, recently stepped up to the plate.
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UTEP bacteria lab students carefully prepare testing equipment.

What’s Up Doc? UTEP’s new Post Doctoral Researchers Form Association

November 9, 2024
Make way, the doctors are here. After having their wants blocked off, these Postdoctoral Researchers took matters into their own hands.
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The name Paydirt Pete came around in 1974, after a contest to name the University Mascot.

Once a Pete, always a Pete: Former Paydirt Pete shares his journey

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 9, 2024
In honor of Pete’s 50th Birthday on Nov. 7, former Paydirt Pete from 2018 to 2023, Emmanuel Bernal shares his experiences, challenges, and lessons he learned while being behind UTEP’s iconic mascot.
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Guard Ahamad Bynum jumps into the air in attempt to dunk the ball during a game against Sul Ross State.

UTEP men’s basketball dominates Lobos in season opener

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • November 9, 2024
On Nov. 4, UTEP men’s basketball faced off against Sul Ross State (0-1, 0-0 Lone Star Conference) at the Don Haskins Center for their first game of the year. In commanding fashion, UTEP took the win 102-55.
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The mayoral runoff election is scheduled for Dec. 14.

Local Elections, Mayoral Runoff, Democrats run the table

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2024
Election night decided the future for four political positions representing El Paso. Those positions were mayor, county sheriff, district attorney, and the city’s congressional house seat. Out of a group of eight mayoral candidates, two survived and are headed to a runoff race. While one more ballot is needed to decide the next mayor, El Paso’s county sheriff race was called for Oscar Ugarte. Meanwhile, Veronica Escobar claimed a fourth term as district 16’s house congressional representative.
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Team Pete continues to honor this legacy by sharing the spirit of UTEP.

Discover the team that brings UTEP’s beloved mascot to life and ignites school spirit

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2024
Paydirt Pete has become the beloved symbol of UTEP, but it takes a team to bring him to life. Team Pete, led by Caesar Cubillos is the group of committed students who works to make sure Pete continues to bring spirit and memories to the UTEP community.
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Walking down the runway, model wears custom made denim outfit for the Death by Denim fashion experience.

Death and Rebirth: Junk Approved hosts ‘Death by Denim’ fashion show

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024
"Death by Denim" fashion experience, hosted by designer Janace Griffin of Junk Approved, explored how the struggles of life can turn into something new and beautiful like how denim can be upcycled to create new pieces of clothing.
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Junior guard Heaven Samayoa-Mathis dribbles against Tarleton's defender.

UTEP beats Tarleton to start season

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024
The Miners have started their basketball season, and despite a closely contested game, UTEP pulled out the victory in the end to start 1-0.
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With multiple versions of Pete's appearance in the past, the current version of Paydirt Pete debuted in 2004.

How mascots can improve campus morale

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024
Especially when thinking about Paydirt Pete and the legacy in which he’s crafted at UTEP, as the Pete that we know today has been the first thing that comes to mind when people think about what it means to be a Miner.
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Members of UTEP CARE want to destigmatize domestic violence through the resource fair and help victims take the first steps in handling the situation.

UTEP CARE hosts annual resource fair to support victims of domestic violence

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • November 7, 2024
October is nationally recognized as domestic violence awareness month. The month is meant to advocate for those who are survivors of domestic violence.
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On Oct. 30, the LA Dodgers won the 2024 World Series, marking the eighth win in the franchise's history. Photo courtesy of FMT.

Dodgers Dismantle Yankees: 2024 World Series

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024
The World Series has come to end after featuring the MLBs two biggest franchises. Despite it only being five games long, this year's Fall Classic featured moments which will live forever in baseball history.
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