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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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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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The winners of the 2024 costume contest; Chainsaw Man, The White Rabbit, and Krusty the Clown.

UTEP’s costume contest brings Halloween spirit to campus in a showcase of creativity

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024
Students and faculty gathered for UTEP’s Halloween costume contest to witness the contestants express their creativity, passion and humor. From whimsical characters to pop culture icons, the contest was stacked with fun and fierce competition.
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Donald Trump was declared president-elect Nov. 6, 2024. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.

2024 Presidential Election, Donald Trump becomes 47th President of the U.S.

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024
The Presidential Election did not confirm a presidential elect, but did provide much information on day 1 on the future of the US.
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The audience meets Concha at the beginning of the play. Later, her daughter Perla, and granddaughter Aurora are introduced. These generations are linked by a tangible item whose symbolic value cannot be underestimated, a crow’s feather.

UTEP theater’s ‘Plumas Negras’ ready to soar

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 5, 2024
It’s almost time to hit the lights, camera, and say action! But before UTEP Theatre debuts a story in which differs from the typical expectation one may hold from a school play… they must practice.
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LIVE UPDATES: 2024 general election coverage

The Prospector Staff • November 5, 2024

Stay tuned for updates on local, state and federal elections. 12:09 - CBS News calls Pennsylvania for Trump, essentially erasing any path to victory for Kamala Harris. Neither CBS News nor the AP have called the race for either candidate. 10:07...

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Museum director of the Museum of Archeology wore a dog costume for the “Día de los Doggies” event.

“Día De Los Doggies” celebrating Día De Los Muertos in the Sun City

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor • November 4, 2024
Día De Los Muertos is a time to celebrate our loved ones who have passed away. From creating ofrendas to visiting them where they lay, these traditions help to build a connection with those who have passed on. In the fields where poppies bloom and outside the Museum of Archeology are pups from different families across El Paso.
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