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The Prospector joins hundreds of publications to support  National Newspaper Week

The Prospector joins hundreds of publications to support National Newspaper Week

The Prospector Staff October 8, 2018

In a time where the freedom of the press is often threatened and marginalized in our society, it’s time like these where we take a step forward as a publication and fight for our rights. The 78th annual National Newspaper Week, held from Oct. 7-13,...

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More of the same thing

More of the same thing

Javier Cortez, Copy Editor October 8, 2018

It’s over. Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, finally, although fiercely disputed and debated, was confirmed to the Supreme Court this past weekend. The confirmation capped a near month-long circus act that once again highlighted the deepening divide that continues...

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The UTEP cheerleaders performed different choreographies.

Homecoming pep rally wraps up at Centennial Plaza

Staff October 4, 2018

Today was celebrated the annual Homecoming pep rally at Centennial Plaza. Students could enjoy different presentations, activities and games during the event. The marching band and the cheerleaders presented different performances during the event....

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Pharmacy at Student Health and Wellness Center set to close at the end of the semester

Pharmacy at Student Health and Wellness Center set to close at the end of the semester

Andrea Valdez-Rivas, Reporter October 4, 2018

At the end of this semester, students can no longer depend on the services provided by the pharmacy of the Student Health and Wellness Center. The pharmacy, located in Union Building E. 100, will close its doors after Dec. 14, 2018. The closure is...

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Our civic duty

Our civic duty

Andrea Valdez-Rivas, Reporter October 2, 2018

In recent weeks, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh has been accused by three women, one of them being, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, of sexual misconduct. That’s right, a nominee for the Supreme Court. As she sat before the Senate committee last...

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UTEP golden nuggets honored at homecoming week

UTEP golden nuggets honored at homecoming week

Isaiah Ramirez, Reporter October 2, 2018

The annual Golden Nugget Award Ceremony which will be held this Thursday,  Oct. 4, at the Tomas Rivera Conference Center, starting at 3 p.m will honor several UTEP alumni.The recipients have displayed exemplary achievements that display what it means...

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“Dos de Octubre no se olvida”

“Dos de Octubre no se olvida”

Alexia Nava, Contributor October 2, 2018

El año es 1968, un año en una década en la cual  ocurrieron muchas cosas. En el caso de Estados Unidos, los años sesenta fueron la época del movimiento de los derechos civiles. En 1968, fueron asesinados los líderes de ese movimiento, Martin...

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Paydirt Pete starts off the 9th Annual Miner Dash race with the 320 participants.

9th annual Miner Dash kicks off homecoming week

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor September 30, 2018

On Sunday morning, 320 participants signed up for the 9th annual Miner Dash-5k run/3k walk, hosted by the Department of Kinesiology and Wellness Program. The Family Fitness Fiesta followed the race at Centennial Plaza with booths of different organizations...

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Homecoming court (from left to right) senior nursing major Rolando Lujan, senior math major Dania Barroso, Queen senior english major Jennifer O’Malley, King senior finance major  Daniel Rayas, freshman political science major Marah Jaber, and freshman clinical laboratory Joe Regis.

UTEP crowns king and queen at annual homecoming pageant

Priscilla Gomez, Contributor September 29, 2018

SGA kicked off homecoming week with the annual homecoming pageant on Friday, Sept. 28, at the Magoffin Auditorium. Contestants were judged on talent and evening gown. This year's homecoming king and queen are senior Daniel Rayas and senior Jennifer O’Malley....

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NORML continues fight for marijuana policy reform

NORML continues fight for marijuana policy reform

Andrea Valdez-Rivas, Reporter September 25, 2018

The El Paso chapter of the National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) is moving to make Texas reform its marijuana laws and policies. In a meeting held on Saturday, Sept. 22, at The Pizza Joint on Westwind Dr., El Paso NORML focused...

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There are no heroes today

There are no heroes today

Javier Cortez, Copy Editor September 25, 2018

I remember it like it was 3,612 days ago. I was sitting in the living room with my mother as I watched then Senator from Illinois, Barack Obama, become 44th President of the United States of America. I don’t remember the channel it was on, what...

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Separated families are still separated

Separated families are still separated

Catherine Ramirez, Contributor September 25, 2018

It’s been over 80 days since the Reunification Deadline and the federal shelters, where migrant children are being held, are near capacity. There are 12,800 migrant children being held in federal facilities in the U.S. waiting to be united with...

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