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The mural titled, El Paso Port-All, was created by Jari “WERC” Alvarez in 2012. It represents new and old icons in new ways giving the viewer multiple experiences. The Stanton Port of Entry is one out of three area bridges that connect the United States-Mexico border of El Paso, TX. and Cd. Juarez, representing a bi-national and bi-cultural relationship with the neighboring city of Cd. Juarez.

El Paso announces new public art plan

Noelia Gonzalez, Staff Reporter February 16, 2021

City Council met on Jan. 21 to discuss the adaptation of the Public Art Plan for 2021.  The Public Art Plan will update completed projects and breaks down those scheduled for this year. Any projects that were postponed last year because...

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Must-see films for Black History Month

Must-see films for Black History Month

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor February 16, 2021

In the midst of Black History Month, it is an excellent time to reflect on Black filmmakers' contributions to cinema. Since the beginning of the film era, Black filmmakers have given their unique perspective in films despite the limited opportunities...

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UTEP sophomore Ayana Noel fends off a Wolverine player in a defensive battle against Utah Valley Feb. 13.

UTEP soccer closes week with a draw

Heriberto Perez, Sports Reporter February 14, 2021

At its first home game of the season, the Miners (1-2-1) got its season's first victory over New Mexico State (NMSU) Aggies 3-1. The three goals from the Miners came in the first half of the game.  A few weeks ago, NM State defeated...

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UTEP professor Dr. Krystia Reed was awarded $5,000 by UTEP’s University Research Institute to help fund Reed’s research in online and in-person juries.

UTEP Professor receives grant for study on the online jury’s efficiency

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter February 13, 2021

A grant from the UTEP’s University Research Insititute was awarded to UTEP professor Krystia Reed. It will help complete a project in collaboration with Cornell University investigating how civil jurors make damage award decisions and comparing decisions...

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UTEP’s YDSA fight for ADA parking accessibility continues

UTEP’s YDSA fight for ADA parking accessibility continues

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor February 13, 2021

The highest priced Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking pass at UTEP ranges between $250 and $500 for employees and students, but one University group is trying to change that.  UTEP’s Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) works to...

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The Prospector Podcast - Season 4, Episode 1: The Valentine's Day Special

The Prospector Podcast – Season 4, Episode 1: The Valentine’s Day Special

The Prospector Staff February 12, 2021

The Prospector Daily · S4 EP 1: The Valentine's Day Special We're kicking off a brand new season of the Prospector Podcast with a special love-themed episode in honor of the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday. Tune in for some stories that are sure...

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Elizabeth Olsen is Wanda Maximoff and Paul  Bettany is Vision in Marvel Studios' Wandavision, exclusively on Disney+

‘WandaVision’ brings an exciting new feel to the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter February 11, 2021

 Phase four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film series kicked off with “WandaVision” a show streaming exclusively on Disney+. Creatively, the show does wonders for the MCU as the first Marvel Disney+ show and introduces a new fascinating feel.   The...

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Two professors of UTEP's Bilingual MFA in Creative Writing Department chose to guest edit worldwide poetry series for March and September 2021. Pictured Above is Rosa Alcalá, Ph.D.

Worldwide poetry series selects UTEP professors as guest editors

Julian Herrera, Staff Reporter February 11, 2021

Two UTEP creative writing professors have been selected by The American Academy of Poets (AAP)  as guest editors for the 2021 Poem-A-Day series.  Rosa Alcalá and Sasha Pimentel will curate poetry for their respective months. Poem-a-Day is...

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Bernie Sanders memes flood the internet.

Bernie Sanders memes flood the internet.

Victoria Almaguer, Contributor February 8, 2021

January’s Presidential inauguration was one of the most  important events following the divisive 2020 election. Biden’s inauguration featured performances from Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez, a powerful poetry reading by Amanda Gorman,...

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Super Bowl LV: Chiefs versus Bucs, Brady goes for his seventh ring

Super Bowl LV: Chiefs versus Bucs, Brady goes for his seventh ring

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor February 6, 2021

On Sunday, the Kansas City Chiefs (14-2) will take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (11-5) in the 55th Super Bowl played in Tampa, Florida. Tampa is the first team in NFL history to play in A Super Bowl in its home stadium. This game features a battle of...

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UTEP sophomore point guard Katia Gallegos dribbles the ball into the paint versus Southern Mississippi Jan. 1.

Miners extend win streak to six games with win over Blazers

Michael Cuviello, Daniel Lopez February 6, 2021

The UTEP Miners (12-5, 8-3) women's basketball team dominated the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers (7-8,2-7) 74-53 in the first game of a back-to-back series Friday night. Starting out a bit shaky, the Miners had three straight turnovers...

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UTEP sophomore guard Keonte Kennedy  fights for a loose ball against the Rice Owls. Jan 8.

Blazers stifle Miners with smothering defense

Michael Cuviello, Sports editor February 6, 2021

The UTEP Miners (8-9, 4-7) men's basketball team trailed the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers  (15-2, 8-1) from start to finish Saturday night in a poor offensive showing, culminating in a 63-51 defeat on the road. From the very first few...

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