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Founder and former director of the ballet department, Ingeborg Heuser passed away on Feb. 14. Heuser worked 47 years at UTEP and was recognized by the El Paso Commission of the Women’s Hall of Fame.  Photo courtesy of ctb001 on Youtube.

Ingeborg Heuser dies at 97, leaving a lasting legacy at UTEP

Kristen Scheaffer, Staff Reporter March 7, 2022

Former UTEP ballet director Ingeborg Heuser passed away Mon. Feb. 14 surrounded by loved ones, according to her obituary.    Heuser, founder and former director of the ballet (and what is now the dance) department, was born in Berlin, Germany in...

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There were many different booths at the Body Image Fair that taught students about healthy body image and self-esteem.

UTEP students celebrate body image and self-esteem

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor March 7, 2022

UTEP’s Student Wellbeing Initiative hosted the “Love your body week” which started Monday, Feb. 21, and ran through Friday, Feb. 25. The organization hosted different events and activities about healthy body image and self-esteem and students were...

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Forward Jamari Sibley plays offense during the first quarter.

Miners snap Mean Green’s 15-game win streak

Daniel Alec Lopez, Staff Reporter March 5, 2022

The UTEP Miner’s men basketball team (18-12, 11-7 Conference USA) were able to upend the University of North Texas (23-5, 16-2 C-USA)  March. 5 at the Don Haskins Center. The Miners were able to get a huge 17-2 lead in the first half and led throughout...

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UTEP has been declared an R1 research university for the second time by The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education after reaching this status in December of 2018. UTEP is the only university in the U.S. with this status and a 100% undergraduate admission rate.

UTEP reaffirmed as a top research university

Kristen Scheaffer, Staff Reporter March 5, 2022

UTEP has been declared as a R1 “Very High Research” university by The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Out of nearly 4,000 degree-granting institutions. UTEP falls within the ranks of 141 R1 universities. This places it...

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Cal Spencer plays with their friends on March. 27, at Memorial Park.

Texas fails to protect trans youth

Alberto Silva Fernandez, Editor-in-Chief March 5, 2022

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are currently asking Texas citizens to report to the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) if they believe transgender youth are receiving any sort of gender-affirming medical...

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The UTEP Miners win 70-67 against Rice University at the Don Haskins Center March 3.

Kennedy’s late game free throws secure sweep against Owls

Daniel Alec Lopez, Staff Reporter March 4, 2022

The UTEP men’s basketball team (17-12, 10-7 Conference USA) swept the University of Rice March. 3 at the Don Haskins Center. The Miners were hot in the first half of this contest, shooting lights out from the 3-point line. However, the Owls were able...

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Critical race theory is essential to public education

Critical race theory is essential to public education

Alberto Silva Fernandez, Editor-in-Chief March 4, 2022

Lt. Gov Dan Patrick has stated that he wants to end tenure for professors who continue to teach Critical Race Theory (CRT). This is not the first time that the lieutenant governor has attacked CRT in public school systems, as he has joined Texas Gov....

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Production Room “B” at KTEP station at the Cotton Building at The University of Texas at El Paso Feb. 23.

KTEP radio station to receive $2 million from Margaret O. Herman

Julia Lucero, Contributor March 4, 2022

The University of Texas at El Paso received a $2 million donation for NPR affiliate radio station KTEP-FM (88.5) and will provide funding for scholarships for undergraduate students.   The endowment comes from the late Margaret O. Herman, an heiress...

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The Woman’s Wellness Summit, hosted by the Paso del Norte Hotel on May 19, will include speakers such as LPGA golfer Gerina Piller, UTEP alumn and El Paso boxer Kayla Gomez, and two-time Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman.  Photo courtesy of Agência Brasil.

El Paso Junior League to hold Women’s Wellness Summit

Kristen Scheaffer, Staff Reporter March 4, 2022

A Women’s Wellness Summit will be held on Thursday, May 19, at the Hotel Paso del Norte hosted by the Junior League of El Paso (JLEP), a women’s organization committed to volunteering and promoting women’s potential to provide change and improvement...

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Olympics raises racial double standard

Olympics raises racial double standard

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Sports Editor March 3, 2022

There are plenty of double standards that are set for people due to gender, race, or sexual preference. During this Olympic season we saw a case of double standards that could not be overlooked and needs immediate attention to see change.  Sha’Carri...

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Can the Miners play spoiler in the upcoming C-USA Tournament?

Can the Miners play spoiler in the upcoming C-USA Tournament?

Daniel Alec Lopez, Staff Reporter March 3, 2022

The UTEP men’s basketball team is heading into the Conference-USA tournament with a lot of momentum. With two games currently remaining, UTEP has a chance to be seated in a good spot in this tournament.   But if the tournament were to start today,...

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A woman holds a candle and a Ukranian flag during a prayer vigil for Ukraine at Tom Lea Park on Feb. 28.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has global impacts

Victoria Rivas, Arts & Culture Editor March 2, 2022

After months of uncertainty, Russia invaded Ukraine early in the morning Thursday, Feb. 24, by firing a series of missiles near Kyiv and Kharkiv.   “Putin is the aggressor. Putin chose this war,” U.S. President Joe Biden said Feb. 24 via Twitter....

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