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Kaleigh Love, left, and Sofia Delgado, two undergraduate students at The University of Texas at El Paso, were elected to the Peer-Led Team Learning International Society (PLTLIS) board of directors during the society’s virtual annual conference, which was hosted by the University.

Two UTEP students elected to Peer-Led Team Learning International Society board

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor August 3, 2021

The nationally recognized organizations of UTEP have produced numerous accomplished alumni. UTEP students Sofia Delgado and Kaleigh Love have been elected to the board of directors for the Peer-Led Team International Society. Established in Atlanta,...

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Study abroad students travel again after over a year of uncertainty

Julia Lucero, Contributor August 3, 2021

UTEP study abroad students return to traveling after a year and half of programs and countries being shut down.   “I was happy to see at least at UTEP, the International Oversight Committee (IOC) was taking the role very seriously on recognizing...

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In-person immigration hearings in El Paso began in July

In-person immigration hearings in El Paso began in July

Julia Lucero, Contributor August 3, 2021

The Executive Office of Immigration Review announced that hearings  resumed in-person July 6 for non-detained individuals and master calendar cases in limited numbers at 15 immigration courts including in El Paso, in line with the U.S. President Joe...

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UTEP responds to new Title IX changes

UTEP responds to new Title IX changes

Victoria Rivas, Contributor August 3, 2021

The Department of Education announced LGBTQ+ students are now protected under Title IX.  The federal civil rights law, passed in 1972, protects students from discrimination based on sex in any education program that receives federal aid assistance.  On...

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Critical Race Theory in Texas: Education, legislation, and its effects on students

Critical Race Theory in Texas: Education, legislation, and its effects on students

Alberto Silva Fernandez, Photo Editor July 30, 2021

Over the last couple of months, there have been a lot of discussions between politicians and academics on the topic of Critical Race Theory (CRT), the New York Time’s 1619 project, and on whether it should be taught in public schools.  Texas Gov. Greg Abbott...

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UTEP has introduced three lactation stations on campus to facilitate staff and students that are breastfeeding.

UTEP provides parents with stations to nurse

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor July 15, 2021

Being a mother is one of the most challenging jobs on earth and being a mother in college is even more complicated. Whether it’s staying up late and comforting a crying baby or pulling an all-nighter and studying for a final, being a mother...

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 UTEP unveiled its new learning studio for multimedia productions July 5.

UTEP unveils modern multimedia studio for students and staff

Elisha Nuñez, Contributor July 15, 2021

On July 5, UTEP unveiled a brand-new, high-tech learning studio made available for students and staff. The new learning studio provides multimedia resources meant to give projects and podcasts a proficient, adept feel. The new studio contains three...

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The Sunland Park Mall which opened in 1988 has added 12 new tenants in a bid to revitalize its property and add foot traffic.

Recreation and local flavor revitalizing Sunland Park Mall

Julian Hererra, Copy Editor July 13, 2021

El Paso’s Sunland Park Mall has revitalized its once desolate property with new shops and attractions that emphasize communal activities and local talent.   In recent years, reports have described Sunland Park Mall as “dying,” an idea...

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UTEP's Interdisciplinary Research Building will serve as the university's vaccine program site starting week of Jan.18, as it is prepared to vaccinate 480 people a day.

UTEP announces additional COVID-19 relief grants available

Prospector Staff Report July 9, 2021

Eligible students of UTEP will be contacted by email from July 19 to Aug. 15 to apply for American Rescue Plan (HEERF III). The university will be contacting from 1000 to 2000 students per day to confirm their eligibility. Deferred Action for Childhood...

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The UTEP pharmacy program graduated its first class on May 15, 2021 with 40 students.

UTEP School of Pharmacy achieves full accreditation

Special to The Prospector July 9, 2021

Following a rigorous six-year process, The University of Texas at El Paso's School of Pharmacy has been granted full accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Following a rigorous six-year process, The University...

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UTEP will be returning to in person classes as the norm in the fall with Covid-19 cases falling and vaccination rates increasing in the El Paso Community

UTEP students share their thoughts on the campus reopening

Julia Lucero, Contributor July 9, 2021

As universities reopen and get back to “normal,” students share their feelings about the reopening of campus and how their organizations were affected by the shutdown. UTEP announced May 3 that classes would start the transition back to in-person...

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UTEP has changed the hours for its dining services beginning July 6.

UTEP dining services changes hours

Prospector Staff Report July 6, 2021

Starting Tuesday, July 6 these are the new hours for UTEP dining services operations. CHICK-FIL-A (EPNGCC) BEGINNING JULY 6 MONDAY - THURSDAY 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FRIDAY 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PIZZA HUT (UNION EAST 2ND FLOOR) JUNE...

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