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The Prospector
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The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

The effects of executive orders on the southern border

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 4, 2025
Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.
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UTEP introduces "DAX" robots meant to create a more accessible campus by collecting data on UTEP’s walkways. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Friendly neighborhood robot? UTEP welcomes DAX robots to campus

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • January 31, 2025
UTEP introduces “DAX” robots to campus. These people-oriented robots’ primary focus is to create a more accessible campus by collecting data on UTEP’s walkways.
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As the ceasefire continues to be developed and monitored by mediators internationally, if all phases go by smoothly this could mark the of end of a 15-month conflict between Hamas and Israel. Photo courtesy of AFP

After a year and a half of conflict, Israel and Hamas reach a ceasefire deal

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • January 31, 2025
On Oct.7, 2023, the Palestinian militant group, Hamas, launched an attack to Israel from Gaza which killed nearly 1,200 people and held approximately 250 people captive. Israel responded with deploying troops to Gaza, killing more than 46,700 people with majority of them being women and children, according to BBC. In January of this year, Israel and Palestine agreed to a deal presented by Qatar’s prime minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman Al Thani, in which both countries would free both Palestinian prisoners and Israeli hostages, ending the 15 month conflict.
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Days leading up to the national ban of TikTok on Jan. 19, over three million Americans signed up for RedNote.

RedNote, the TikTok savior that wasn’t needed

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 29, 2025
On Jan.19 the national TikTok ban went into effect. Leaving many users in need of a new social media outlet. RedNote stepped in as the best replacement to fill the void. At least it was supposed to.
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After the proposed TikTok ban was to take effect on Jan. 19 users were taken by surprise on the night of Jan. 18 to a farewell message from TikTok. Graphic Design by Gael Araiza/Layout Editor

The day TikTok went dark

Jazmine I Gracia, Contributor/Writer • January 24, 2025
As the end of TikTok looms near, many users take this as an opportunity to reflect on the platforms unique, scrollable format which revolutionized content consumption.
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According to data collected through a study led by UTEP Ph.D. student, Precious Mathis, Hispanic college students used social media an average of 20 hours a week in 2021. Graphic Design by Gael Araiza/Layout Editor

“Brain rot” and the many psychological effects of doom scrolling

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • January 24, 2025
Miguel Garcia, a Ph.D. student in the health psychology program, led a study in 2022 that explored the relationship between Hispanic emerging adults’ use of social media and mental and sleep health. His data supports the theories of the negative tie between social media affecting sleep and mental health.
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On Jan. 7, the city of Los Angeles was struck by multiple deadly wildfires that forced more than residents to evacuate their homes. Photo courtesy of FMT

Thousands displaced after fires in California destroy multiple counties

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • January 24, 2025
Wildfires ravaged Los Angeles on Jan. 7, displacing more than 92,000 residents and claiming 27 lives, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. With winds reaching up to 100 mph in some areas, firefighters continue to battle the blazes.
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Pedestrian walks in downtown El Paso where small businesses are struggling to keep up with higher rents.

Unveiling gentrification in the Sun City

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • January 24, 2025
With many El Pasoans enjoying Bad Bunny’s new album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” many may miss that El Paso has more in common with the Latin singer’s island of Puerto Rico than we think.
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Renard Johnson was elected as the first Black mayor of El Paso Jan. 7. Photo courtesy of City of El Paso

Hands of El Paso: Newly elected Mayor Renard Johnson is reframing El Paso, plans for new opportunities

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • January 22, 2025
Renard Johnson was sworn into office on Jan. 6th and now serves as El Paso’s first Black mayor. He describes his plans for office, his priorities include safety, education, economic opportunity and investing in El Paso’s tourism and entertainment.
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UTEP welcomed students at their presentation of the new artificial intelligence (AI) degree, a part of the College of Engineering on Dec. 10. Photo courtesy of UTEP Computer Science Student Engagement/Alexa Cruz Garfio

UTEP Launches new degree plan specializing in artificial intelligence

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • January 22, 2025
On Dec. 10, UTEP announced the launch of their newest degree plan specializing in artificial intelligence. This new degree in AI will be offered under the College of Engineering beginning in spring of 2025 with options for both a master's and bachelor's concentration.
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President Donald Trump was sworn in on Jan. 20. Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore

Trump cements his place in American history: President once again

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • January 22, 2025
For the second time in seven years, Donald J. Trump took the oath of office and became president of the United States. This time, he enters office not as a political stranger, but instead, as a living example of American history.
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UTEP’s 2024 tassel available for Graduate students.

UTEP Fall Commencement Ceremonies, What and How many are there?

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • December 13, 2024
It’s almost time for the last part of UTEP’s 2024 graduating class to take their long-awaited steps at the Don Haskins Center. Here’s what they can expect for their special moment.
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