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Katia Gallegos preps to lead team to victory

Julia Lucero, Contributor November 3, 2021

UTEP’s Point Guard Katia Gallegos discusses her experience on being a D1 student-athlete, who relies on her family’s support to honor her heritage on the court and her achievements.   According to the UTEP 2021-2022 women's basketball roster,...

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UTEP honors Dr. Natalicio on the Day of the Death

UTEP honors Dr. Natalicio on the Day of the Death

Maria Salette Ontiveros, Audience Engagement Editor November 2, 2021

The University of Texas at El Paso unveiled altars dedicated to Dr. Natalicio to celebrate Day of the Dead throughout campus, at locations such as the University Library and UTEP Union East Building. The altars were decorated with papel picado, candles,...

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Students had the opportunity to paint and carve pumpkins, to participate in a contest organized by the Student Recreation Center.

UTEP’s Student Recreation Center hosts pumpkin patch

Levi Carlos, Staff Reporter October 27, 2021

With Halloween only a few days away, UTEP’s Student Recreation Center (SRC) hosted its second-ever pumpkin patch at the multipurpose field, behind the UTEP student recreation center. The Recreational Sports Department gave away pumpkins they purchased...

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SELC held the Halloween film festival at Centennial Plaza Saturday, Oct. 16.

Spooks and frights fill the night at the SELC Halloween Film Festival

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor October 26, 2021

Screams filled the air at the Union Cinema on Oct. 16 as UTEP’s Student Engagement & Leadership Center (SELC) hosted a Halloween movie marathon to celebrate the Halloween spirit. The Halloween Festival is back from the dead.  The event screened three...

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Costumes such as Jason from Friday 13th, are very popular and can be found at Spirit Halloween.

El Paso embraces return of Halloween traditions

Levi Carlos, Staff Reporter October 23, 2021

El Pasoans are getting ready to celebrate Halloween in the border city with parties and trick or treating in full swing this year. This October, costumes and candy are making a comeback in a big way.    UTEP students are drawing inspiration from popular Netflix...

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A scene from the series Death by Misadventure. Photo credit: SYFY

Wanna Play? Chucky returns to USA Network and SyFy

Eduardo Flores, Contributor October 22, 2021

After seven films and a 2019 remake, Chucky returned Tuesday, Oct. 12, to terrorize viewers for the Halloween season as a new TV series airing on SyFy and USA Network.   The creator and executive producer, Don Mancini of Child’s Play, expanded...

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The American fast-food chain Burger King announced two new menu items including Ghost Pepper Chicken Nuggets and Impossible Nuggets for a limited time.

Burger King introduces limited Ghost Pepper Chicken and Impossible Nuggets

Beatriz Velazquez, Contributor October 22, 2021

The American fast-food chain Burger King announced two new menu items including Ghost Pepper Chicken Nuggets and Impossible Nuggets for a limited time.   Burger King is known for delighting their customers with delicious meals and...

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The UTEP Dinner Theatre will be hosting the Titanic musical live on stage.

‘Titanic: The Musical’ travels through time

Victoria Rivas, Arts & Culture Editor October 21, 2021

UTEP’s Dinner Theater production “Titanic: The Musical” brings history to life and entertains guests with spectacular music, acting, and sound effects.  The setting, costumes and accessories transport guests back in time and make them feel...

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Shinsuke Nakamura kicks Sami Zayn during the Six-Man Tage Team Match held at the Don Haskins Special Events center Oct. 17.

Photo gallery: WWE Smackdown at the Don Haskins Center

Prospector Staff Report October 21, 2021

  Last Sunday Oct. 17, the Don Haskins Center hosted the WWE Smackdown at 5pm.  This was the first time that both RAW and Smackdown superstars performed in one show. The list of superstars consisted of: Becky Lynch, Roman Reigns, Big E, The...

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The UTEP Haunted Campus tour is happening on October 29, 2021.

Mystery at Miner Manor: Join SAA at the 14th annual haunted campus tour

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor October 21, 2021

Celebrate spooky season with a few UTEP alumni... dead alumni. BUWAH HAHAHAHAHA! The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is hosting its 14th annual haunted campus tour. Come hear all about the spooky stories that encompass UTEP’s history. Don’t miss...

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UTEP's SELC hosted a photobooth event on National Coming Out Day.

UTEP celebrates LGBTQ History Month

Kristen Scheaffer, Contributor October 21, 2021

UTEP’s Student Engagement and Leadership Center (SELC) and the Inclusion and Advocacy program are celebrating Queer History Month by hosting Queertober events.   “Queertober is the way that we celebrate Queer History Month, which...

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A scene from the movie No One Gets Out Alive. Courtesy of Netflix

‘No One Gets Out Alive’: Movie review

Itzel Giron, Staff Reporter October 20, 2021

Released on Sept., the Netflix Original “No One Gets Out Alive” tells the story of Ambar, an immigrant who seeks shelter in a rundown Cleveland boarding home. Unaware of what has occurred in the boarding home prior to her arrival, Ambar takes refuge...

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