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‘Ms. Marvel’ lacks luster compared to other shining stars in the Marvel lineup

‘Ms. Marvel’ lacks luster compared to other shining stars in the Marvel lineup

Itzel Giron, Multimedia Editor July 14, 2022

Starting off the first season with six episodes, Marvel has encapsulated the humor, youthfulness and uniqueness of Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani) in the latest addition to the list of Disney+ shows, “Ms. Marvel.” Premiering June 8, the show...

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From left to right: Senior kicker Gavin Baechle, sophomore wide receiver Tyrin Smith, junior defensive end Praise Amaewhule, junior offensive lineman Elijah Klein, senior running back Ronald Awatt.

UTEP football athletes receive Athlon Sports All Conference-USA Honors

Daniel Alec Lopez, Staff Reporter July 13, 2022

The UTEP football team had 14 of its student athletes named for Athlon Sports All Conference-USA Honors after being recognized for last season's achievements.   Senior running back Ronald Awatt was awarded with first-team offense. Awatt led the Miners...

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Promotional schedule for UTEP football announced

Promotional schedule for UTEP football announced

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 13, 2022

UTEP Athletics has announced the 2022 promotional schedule for home games being held at the Sun Bowl Stadium. The home games will feature different themes each night, along with different sponsors for each of the theme nights.  UTEP will kick off...

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Gabriela A. Velasquez, photojournalist and visual artist, exhibits her artwork focusing on the life at the border through a variety of print making processes.

Gabriela Velasquez’ long awaited debut of ‘Through the Looking Glass’

Maria L. Guerrero Duran July 12, 2022

Gabriela A. Velasquez, a 24-year-old photographer and visual journalist, exhibited her printmaking work, capturing the essence of her life at the borderland area. The reception took place July 7 at the Glass Gallery inside of UTEP’s Fox Fine Arts Building.  After...

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Courtesy of official Marvel website.

‘Thor: Love & Thunder’ reflects the journey of finding yourself

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Editor-in-Chief July 12, 2022

Editor’s note: this review contains no spoilers.  Marvel is halfway through phase four after the release of “Thor: Love & Thunder.” The movie is the sixth film to be released since the ending of the Infinity Saga and does not disappoint...

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Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP Athletics getting community more involved through 915 tour

Daniel Alec Lopez, Sports Editor July 8, 2022

UTEP Athletics has been doing a small tour around the city of El Paso to get fans more involved and active. UTEP student athletes and coaches have been making various appearances at different places around the city to help sellout the first football game...

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UTEP assistant soccer coach grabs ESPY nomination

UTEP assistant soccer coach grabs ESPY nomination

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 8, 2022

UTEP Assistant Soccer Coach Kate Ward has been nominated as a finalist for Best Athlete with a Disability in women’s sports. Also nominated for the Best Athlete with a Disability award are cross-country skier, cyclist and biathlete Oksana Masters, swimmer...

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Hector and Gloria López Foundation and UTEP announce López Scholarship

Hector and Gloria López Foundation and UTEP announce López Scholarship

Prospector Staff Report July 6, 2022

The Hector and Glora López Foundation announced that its first grant would consist of $1.7 million to benefit 15 students at UTEP that will be classified as López Scholars. The Lopez Scholarship program was announced at 10 a.m. July 5 in the Interdisciplinary...

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Courtesy of NCAA.org

Title IX: 50 years of ongoing battle against sex discrimination

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 6, 2022

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is an important law that has been around for a long time and is still being amended as time deems necessary. The anniversary of Title IX was celebrated June 30 as 50 years ago in 1972, the first woman of color...

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Local pop artist Josh Galindo goes on stage for the first time in his career as he performs both released and unreleased songs.

Rain won’t stop the El Paso Zoo from Rockin’

Itzel Giron and Emily Autumn Velasquez July 5, 2022

Long lines formed outside the first ever Rock n’ Roar event, hosted by The El Paso Zoo Society, Saturday, July 2, at the El Paso Zoo, 4001 E. Paisano Drive. Despite the chance of rain, attendees lined up outside the gates with their tickets as the vendors...

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El Paso Chihuahuas fall to Oklahoma City Dodgers

El Paso Chihuahuas fall to Oklahoma City Dodgers

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 1, 2022

The El Paso Chihuahuas (41-34) took on the Oklahoma City Dodgers (47-28) for Pride Night June 30 at Southwest University Park. The Chihuahuas were defeated by the Dodgers with a score of 2-7.   In celebration of Pride month, several employees at...

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The International Student Guide: Prepare for success with the University Career Center

The International Student Guide: Prepare for success with the University Career Center

Hugo Hinojosa, Designer July 1, 2022

Editor’s note: This is the last of a three-part series on how to make the most out of the services UTEP has to offer whilst being an international student.  You might have heard about the University Career Center during orientation. You might have...

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