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El Paso honors those in service with Veteran’s Day parade

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • November 12, 2024

The United American Veterans Organization hosted the Veteran’s Day parade in downtown El Paso on Nov. 9. Locals came together to honor and reflect those who served time in the U.S. military, waving flags and cheering with American gratitude.

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The Prospector Digest Ep. 3

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • November 11, 2024

Welcome back! This is Adam Regalado, your host of The Prospector Digest. In this episode we talk breast cancer awareness, "Death by Denim" and UTEP Athletics. We also talk about embracing pleasure in this segment of Intimate Insights. I hope everyone...

‘Frontera Madre(hood)’ challenges oppression and violence of women along the Borderland

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • November 11, 2024

On October 24, UTEP hosted the launch of Frontera Madre(hood): Brown Mothers Challenging Oppression and Transborder Violence at the U.S.-Mexico Border, a collection of stories amplifying the voices of Latinx, Black, and Indigenous mothers.

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Celebrating half a century of women’s basketball at UTEP

Rumi Sevilla, Staff Reporter • November 11, 2024

From humble beginnings in a cramped gym with a $1,000 budget to making history and breaking barriers, the UTEP women’s basketball program has come a long way since its founding in 1974.

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14th Annual Miner Dash helps kick off Homecoming Week

Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • November 11, 2024

As UTEP’s 2024 Homecoming has come and gone, the results of the 14th Annual Miner Dash 5k Run/3k walk will stick around forever. The event, which took place at Centennial Plaza, showcased not only the race but also jumping balloons, inflatables, yoga and a medal ceremony for the winners of the race in several age groups. The race ran from 8:00 to 11:00 am with all the proceeds to help benefit UTEP’s College of Health Sciences Programs and the Wellness Program.

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Bridging pets and families back together

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • November 11, 2024

Families who enter the U.S. are being separated from their loyal companions, their pets, during processing. While Border Patrol cannot look after the pets and El Paso’s Animal Shelter is overcrowded, numerous pets are going unclaimed. Bridge Pup Rescue is a local initiative that helps reunite immigrant families with their beloved pets, recently stepped up to the plate.

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What’s Up Doc? UTEP’s new Post Doctoral Researchers Form Association

November 9, 2024

Make way, the doctors are here. After having their wants blocked off, these Postdoctoral Researchers took matters into their own hands.

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Once a Pete, always a Pete: Former Paydirt Pete shares his journey

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 9, 2024

In honor of Pete’s 50th Birthday on Nov. 7, former Paydirt Pete from 2018 to 2023, Emmanuel Bernal shares his experiences, challenges, and lessons he learned while being behind UTEP’s iconic mascot.

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UTEP men’s basketball dominates Lobos in season opener

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • November 9, 2024

On Nov. 4, UTEP men’s basketball faced off against Sul Ross State (0-1, 0-0 Lone Star Conference) at the Don Haskins Center for their first game of the year. In commanding fashion, UTEP took the win 102-55.

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Local Elections, Mayoral Runoff, Democrats run the table

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2024

Election night decided the future for four political positions representing El Paso. Those positions were mayor, county sheriff, district attorney, and the city’s congressional house seat. Out of a group of eight mayoral candidates, two survived and are headed to a runoff race. While one more ballot is needed to decide the next mayor, El Paso’s county sheriff race was called for Oscar Ugarte. Meanwhile, Veronica Escobar claimed a fourth term as district 16’s house congressional representative.

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Discover the team that brings UTEP’s beloved mascot to life and ignites school spirit

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2024

Paydirt Pete has become the beloved symbol of UTEP, but it takes a team to bring him to life. Team Pete, led by Caesar Cubillos is the group of committed students who works to make sure Pete continues to bring spirit and memories to the UTEP community.

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Death and Rebirth: Junk Approved hosts ‘Death by Denim’ fashion show

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024

"Death by Denim" fashion experience, hosted by designer Janace Griffin of Junk Approved, explored how the struggles of life can turn into something new and beautiful like how denim can be upcycled to create new pieces of clothing.

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