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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Spider-Man swings onto Disney+ with ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter February 19, 2025
The favorite wall crawling superhero has a new show on Disney+. The show follows Peter Parker’s journey of great power and responsibility. With Spider-Man being beloved by many what do fans think about the character’s newest iteration?
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The Women’s Volunteer organization gathered on Feb. 8 at Madeline Park to inspire kindness and community involvement. Founded by Karmen Corona, the organization creates a safe space for women and encourages them to give back through volunteer efforts and acts of kindness.

Paying kindness forward through the Women’s Volunteer Organization

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter February 19, 2025
The UTEP Women’s Volunteer Organization makes an impact by providing a safe space for women and offering a hand to those in need. President of the organization, Karmen Corona, keeps her grandfather’s legacy alive by creating a community of women to pay kindness forward.
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‘Swingin’ through the city: Building community through jazz

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter February 19, 2025
The Jazz Exchange’s 2025 music series, “Jazz Around Town” is a way of bringing community together while reconnecting to El Paso’s jazzy roots. The weekly jazz shows allow people to have a drink, a laugh and bask in the sound of smooth jazz.
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Junior guard Portia Adams sizes up a defender as she looks to make a move during the matchup against NMSU at the Don Haskins Center.

UTEP falls to NMSU 85-60 for Battle of I-10.

Kristian Hernandez, Contributor/Photographer February 19, 2025
In the second bout for the Battle of I-10, the Miners’ fell to rival New Mexico State University, with a final score of 85-60.
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Common ‘tween spaces’ have faded out within recent years, and tweens have moved over to a digitized world.

The social evolution of tween spaces

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter February 17, 2025
When there’s economic shifts in the adult world, the cultural norms for tweens also change. The current socioeconomic climate pushes tweens online for their development to be at the mercy of their devices. They can no longer be found at the mall, but they can be found on social media, forums and online games.
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UTEP makes a major offensive push by signing Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle, two key additions set to play huge roles to elevate the team next season. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

The fresh faces on UTEP football: Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer February 17, 2025
UTEP makes a major offensive push by signing Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle, two key additions set to play huge roles to elevate the team next season.
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Adrian Aragones and Carolina Cardoza-Herrera help students at La Fe Prep develop their English language and thinking skills through podcasting.

UTEP professors bridge the gap at La Fe Preparatory School

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter February 17, 2025
Students at La Fe Prep are building their confidence and English language skills thanks to Adrian Aragones and Carolina Cardoza-Herrera. Their outreach and work at La Fe help students connect their education to their personal lives, setting them up for a successful future.
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Originally from Champlain, NY, Amy and Holly Visconti have made their way from shooting at their at-home family range to shooting together on UTEPs Rifle team.

Love that made its shot, UTEP’s rifle sisters

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor February 17, 2025
Originally from Champlain, NY, sisters Amy and Holly Visconti have made their way from shooting at their at-home family range to being on their first semester together on the UTEP Rifle team.
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“Poison” Ivy Enriquez gears up for her pro debut training at Champ Camp. 

Blood, glory, and love: young fighters making a name for themselves

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor February 14, 2025
Chuco Classic will see the pro-debut of 18-year-old “Poison” Ivy Enriquez, and 23-year-old Caesar Alvarado who will be fighting his fifth professional fight.
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"Animal Crossing New Horizon" won "Best Family Game" at the 2020 Game Awards 2020.

How cozy games maintain their allure in a fast-paced world

Jazmine I Gracia, Contributor/Writer February 13, 2025
Cozy games blend comfort and emotional depth through their formulaic gameplay and characteristics that should not be overlooked or reduced.
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In the modern age of Online speed dating, concerns for dating safety are higher than ever.

Watch the swipe, generational safeguards on the modern date

Alyda Muela, Arts & Culture Editor February 13, 2025
In a world where swiping left or right can lead to love, popular dating apps like Tinder, Hinge and Bumble have made it quicker and easier for people to connect. But how do different generations feel about these apps and how can users ensure their own safety?
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Alec McGee focuses on Precision Training practicing with a tennis ball.

Blood, glory and love: El Paso’s boxing scene

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor February 13, 2025
Several local fighters are preparing to enter the ring on Feb. 15 to fight in the Chuco Classic. Fighters Alex McGee and Dewayne “DJ” Bonds both say that home and origin help seal the victory.
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