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Initially becoming available on Dec. 31, the 2024 FASFA form has been met with many issues.

A ‘simpler’ FAFSA

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter January 18, 2024

Families across the border are filling out their 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form for their upcoming semesters of college.   Families say numerous bills accumulate quickly from school, like books, transportation, tuition,...

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Honey, he's a multimedia editor

Honey, he’s a multimedia editor

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor January 18, 2024

A boy joins his elementary school morning announcements in hopes of becoming an announcer just to know what it feels like to be on T.V. The little boy sounds a little annoying and being him I will admit, he very much was.    Though I grew up attempting...

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In my Editor-in-Chief era

In my Editor-in-Chief era

Erik Acosta, Editor-In-Chief January 18, 2024

One year ago, I walked into the Student Media and Publications office for the first time as a staff reporter for The Prospector. I remember feeling nervous, overwhelmed and excited about what was to come in this new journalistic experience. Before then,...

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S:10 EP:1 It’s All About You

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor January 17, 2024

Welcome to the 10th season of The Prospector Podcast! My name is Adam Regalado this spring semesters host and multimedia editor of The Prospector. On this weeks episode we talk about coming into a new semester and the struggles that comes with being a...

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Voting for El Paso mayor candidates will be Nov. 5.

District 2 Runoff Election: What you need to know

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter January 17, 2024

Citizens who live in Central El Paso known as District 2, will soon have a new representative. District 2 Rep. Alexsandra Annello resigned to run for Texas House District 77, opening the door for another hopeful candidate. Veronica Carbajal and Joshua...

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The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Commanders on Jan. 7 to clinch the NFC East and claim the second seed in the NFC.

Dallas Cowboys secure NFC East championship

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor January 17, 2024

On Sunday, Jan. 7, the Dallas Cowboys played against the Washington Commanders and gained another win for their season, ending the game 38-10.   The Cowboys victory makes them the NFC East Division champions, reclaiming the title they previously held...

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20 current and former UTEP faculty members were recognized amongst the top two percent of the most cited researchers in the world.

UTEP faculty ranked amongst top researchers worldwide

Gianluca Cuevas, Photographer January 17, 2024

As research is a growing industry worldwide, researchers at UTEP are far from falling short of the top researchers in the world. UTEP was recognized among the top 2% of the most cited researchers worldwide in a distinguished list known as the Standford-Elsevier....

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Shakeen Hall-Smith sprints 200m.

Olympians in Sun City

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

El Paso is no stranger to great athletics, from professional teams like the Chihuahuas, the Locomotives, to UTEP sports teams. Added to that list are fourteen athletes currently training in the Sun City through the Hanany Olympic Project.   The Hanany...

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787coffee allows their customers to enjoy coffee imported from Puerto Rico.

From businesses to brands and bars

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor January 16, 2024

The new year calls for new adventures and new memories to be created. Since the borderland is composed of many unique and eclectic environments, from coffee shops to new wave fashion stores, the community can indulge in intimate hangouts with friends...

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“Esfera Cuántica Tlahtolli” in front of Fox Fine Arts.

UTEP Fox Fine Arts Building woes

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

One of the most recognizable buildings on UTEP campus, the Fox Fine Arts building, home to many fine arts students. The building, famous for its frequent concerts, has been facing cosmetic problems created by a water leak. While this does not pose a health...

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In 2021, 1/5 of crashes in El Paso were caused by intoxicated drivers, resulting in at least one injury or fatality.

DUI incidents: How much more can El Paso take? 

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor January 16, 2024

As cities and states are ranked from safest to the most dangerous every year, El Paso remains at the top for being one of the safest. However, when it comes to the daily commute of citizens, there has been an upward spiral of collisions, drunk drivers...

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day was established in 1983 by Ronald Reagen, officially observed in 1986 and ever since.

MLK Day’s everlasting importance

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter January 15, 2024

Father, husband, minister, philosopher, activist, leader; these and many more were the roles Martin Luther King Jr. was able to accomplish with the time he had. Our nation celebrates the holiday Martin Luther King Jr. Day, on the third Monday of January...

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