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Ableism is all around us

Ableism is all around us

Valerie Frederick, Special to the Prospector April 8, 2019

Ableism: discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities. This is Merriam-Webster’s definition of the term, but ableism is more than just discrimination and/or prejudice. It’s the innate belief held by society that abled people are...

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Wreck ‘em Tech Raiders may be next team in Texas to win a championship

Wreck ‘em Tech Raiders may be next team in Texas to win a championship

Daniel Mendez, Web Editor April 8, 2019

On Monday night the national championship for men’s basketball will be crowned when No. 1 seed Virginia Cavaliers take on No. 3 Texas Tech Red Raiders. This is the first time in school history that Tech and Virginia will be competing for a national...

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‘Fake a-- News’

‘Fake a– News’

Brianna Chavez, Copy Editor April 1, 2019

“Fake a-- news...You’re fake. You spread fake news. You should be ashamed of yourself.” That’s what a woman yelled at local KVIA broadcast reporter, Michael Gordon just as he was about to go live Saturday morning. The woman, who held a sign...

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Heather Wilson deserves a chance

Heather Wilson deserves a chance

Claudia Flores, Editor-in-Chief March 25, 2019

UTEP has been in the national spotlight due to the recent controversy surrounding UTEP President Diana Natalicio’s probable successor, Heather Wilson. With Wilson’s anti-LGBTQ voting record, her role as U.S. Secretary of the Air Force for the Trump...

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Our spring break cartoons of the week

Our spring break cartoons of the week

Teddy Baylon and Elliot Luna March 15, 2019

 

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Take others’ opinions into consideration

Take others’ opinions into consideration

Claudia Flores, Editor in Chief March 11, 2019

Spring break is always fun. Whether you go on a trip by yourself, with family or friends, this week off from school is the perfect opportunity to take on a new adventure and have a good time. However, a tip I will give is to always organize and plan...

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Despite progress, we still have work to do

Despite progress, we still have work to do

Maria Ramos Pacheco, Contributor March 5, 2019

In the United States, March is Women’s History Month, an opportunity to highlight and celebrate the contributions women have made to the country and society. Recently, women have been taking higher positions in politics—despite their race, color,...

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Gracias, Yalitza, demostraste que México es un país racista

Gracias, Yalitza, demostraste que México es un país racista

Claudia Flores, Editor in Chief February 26, 2019

El domingo 24 de febrero se llevo acabo la entrega 91 de los premios Oscares a la Academia y cabe destacar que “Roma” se llevó tres de las diez nominaciones que obtuvo este año—mejor cinematografía, mejor película extranjera y mejor director. Sin...

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Expect the Oscars to be a mess

Expect the Oscars to be a mess

Sergio Muñoz, Contributor February 19, 2019

The 91st Academy Awards are around the corner and its set to bring many surprises. I have to say 2018 was a weak year for the movie industry (at least American movies); however, there are some stunning films that are nominated this year (and others that...

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Prospy picks: Potential 91st Academy Award winners

Prospy picks: Potential 91st Academy Award winners

Sergio Muñoz, Contributor February 18, 2019

Editors note: The 91st Academy Awards airs Feb. 24 on ABC. Below are Photographer Sergio Muños’ winner predictions on select categories. Best Picture Will win: “Roma” Could win: “Green Book” Should win: “Roma” Best Actor Will win:...

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Will you be my Valentine?

Will you be my Valentine?

Teddy Baylon February 14, 2019

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Mirror mirror on the wall

Mirror mirror on the wall

Elliot Luna, Cartoonist February 14, 2019

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