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UTEP running back Ronald Awatt runs the ball down the field against UNM on September 25, 2021

Miners win a thrilling victory against UNM Lobos

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter September 26, 2021

The Miners (3-1,0-0) won in a thrilling match-up against the University of New Mexico (2-2,0-0) Saturday night, Sept. 26, at the Sun Bowl. The Miners were strong on defense but struggled on the offense to move the ball consistently. However,...

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UTEP President Dr. Diana Natalicio announced her retirement from the university May 22, 2018.

Former UTEP President Dr. Diana Natalicio dies at 82

By Alberto Silva Fernandez, Photo Editor September 24, 2021

Former UTEP President Diana Natalicio has died at age 82. Her brother, Bill Siedhoff, confirmed Natalicio's death via email to local news stations. “My sister loved El Paso, and she chose to retire here," he wrote in the email, according to...

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ED gives grant for COVID-conscious schools

ED gives grant for COVID-conscious schools

Julia Lucero, Staff Reporter September 24, 2021

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced a grant program that will fund school districts being penalized by their state for enforcing COVID-19 safety protocols.    A press release issued Sept. 9 by the ED  says the grant program, “Project...

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A woman’s march protesting the right to have an abortion was held on June 6th, 2021

Abortion access becomes non-existent in Texas

Victoria Rivas, Staff Reporter September 24, 2021

Texas' new abortion law, also known as Senate Bill 8, is a near-total ban on abortions starting as early as six weeks.  The law took effect Wednesday, Sept. 1, when the U.S Supreme Court, in a 5 to 4 vote, denied an emergency appeal by Texas abortion...

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Michelle Esparza, Patrick Gabaldon, Eden Klein, Elisa Samaniego speak at the 35 under 35 Alumni in Law Speaker Series on September 7 2021

UTEP presents 35 under 35 Alumni Speaker Series

Kristen Scheaffer, Contributor September 22, 2021

UTEP is hosting the year-long 35 under 35 Alumni Speaker Series, introducing students to 35 alumni under the age of 35 who have graduated from UTEP in their respective fields. The goal of this series is to present the possibilities of earning a UTEP...

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A member of Mariachi Frontera performs “Que bonito es Chihuahua” at the El Grito ceremony on September 16, 2021

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with UTEP

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor September 22, 2021

  ¡Feliz 16 de septiembre! ¡Viva Mexico! ¡Viva la independencia nacional! ¡Viva Hidalgo! ¡Vivan los heroes que nos dieron patria!    Hispanic Heritage Month began Sept. 15. Across the country, the citizens celebrate all the contributions...

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UTEP prepares for game against UNM this weekend

UTEP prepares for game against UNM this weekend

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter September 21, 2021

The Miners (2-1,0-0) are coming off 51-13 a loss to Boise State University Friday night. Their next opponent is the University of New Mexico on Sept 25.   UNM comes into this game with an offense that is complex. Last year they finished...

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Taking a step back in time for the return of UTEP Homecoming

Taking a step back in time for the return of UTEP Homecoming

Itzel Giron, Staff Reporter September 21, 2021

The return of Homecoming activities is being welcomed with open arms after being postponed last year. Beginning Friday, Sept. 24, students are invited to enjoy an abundance of activities planned up until the Homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 2....

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Walter Dawn Jr. catches a punt kick during practice on August 16, 2021

A look into Miners Homecoming game against Old Dominion

Katrina Villarreal September 21, 2021

UTEP football faces off against Old Dominion University (ODU) at the Sun Bowl Stadium on Oct. 2 to close off UTEP’s Homecoming week. After canceling Homecoming last year due to COVID-19 the Miners are planning on making this night one to remember. The...

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Nursing student Alyssa Crose

UTEP Nursing navigates special COVID-19 training

Julia Lucero, Contributor September 20, 2021

The University of Texas at El Paso Nursing Program contributed toward the treatment and mitigation efforts against COVID-19 by distributing vaccines and working with COVID-19 patients in local hospitals.  Dean of UTEP School of Nursing Leslie...

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UTEP Celebrates Mexican Independence Day

UTEP Celebrates Mexican Independence Day

Anahy Diaz, Multimedia Editor September 17, 2021

UTEP celebrated Mexican Independence Day on Sep. 16 with el grito, music, food and special guests at the Centennial Plaza.

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Rivers Ventura performed at Battle of the Bands, and won, at this year’s Minerpalooza celebration to welcome students back to campus for the 2021-2022 academic year.

New band Rivers Ventura won Minerpalooza’s Battle of the Bands

Beatriz Velazquez, Contributor September 15, 2021

The return of Minerpalooza after last year’s cancellation due to the COVID-19 pandemic came with the refreshing new offering of Battle of the Bands on Aug. 27. The event highlighted the local talents of Coco Butter, Le Voyage, Rivers Ventura, Tony Jupiter,...

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