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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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Veronica Carbajal, a candidate for mayor of El Paso, protesting proposed energy plant at San Jacinto Plaza.

Climate activists protest proposed fracking plant for Northeast El Paso

Margaret Cataldi, Multimedia Editor October 2, 2020

A crowd of about 40 people gathered to protest El Paso Electric’s plan to construct a new fracked-gas generator plant in Northeast El Paso Sept. 21 at San Jacinto Plaza. According to a public statement by the utility company, the estimated construction...

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Thirteen members of the university community tested positive for the novel coronavirus last week.

13 people tested positive for COVID-19 through UTEP program last week

Anahy Diaz, Copy Editor October 1, 2020

The highest number of people tested positive for the novel coronavirus between Sept. 21 and Sept. 27 through UTEP’s Coronavirus Proactive Testing Program, according to the university's COVID Data Dashboard. Last week, 13 people tested positive for...

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Jefa Market is a virtual marketplace to shop women owned local businesses in one place all from the comfort of your own home.

Virtual farmer’s market supports local, women-owned businesses

Alyson Rodriguez, Contributor October 1, 2020
One farmer’s market that is adapting virtually is the Jefa Market, a local non-profit ran by Chicachat. Jefa Market is a virtual marketplace with over 20 different businesses owned by women.
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The El Paso Locomotive's mascot  Ozzy helps the crowd celebrate a goal versus San Antonio Sept 12.

Locomotive seek to clinch Group C on road at Switchbacks

Joel Molina, Contributor September 30, 2020

Winding down its regular season with two games to go, the El Paso Locomotive (8-2-4) now look to clinch its group taking on the fourth place team in its group the Colorado Springs Switchbacks (2-6-6)  on the road. Coming off a 2-1 win over New Mexico...

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“Her legacy, even previous to the Supreme Court, will definitely last,” saidTodd Curry, Ph.D.,, associate professor of constitutional law and judicial politics at UTEP.

RBG’s legacy of gender equality will never be undone

Daniela Ramos, Contributor September 30, 2020

The recent death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg shook the nation to its core and despite the turbulent politics around the time of her death, the achievements of the second woman to serve as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS)...

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Senior Destiny Rodriguez, an accounting and finance double major, earned a Gilman Scholarship that funded a Fall 2019 study abroad in France, as well as awards from the Houston Endowment Scholarship program. She is glad to learn that there is an office that creates a more convenient experience for students chasing after these opportunities.

New UTEP fellowships office geared to help students succeed

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor September 28, 2020

For the first time in its history, UTEP has established an office solely dedicated to helping students with fellowship opportunities. The Office of Student Fellowships and Awards, part of the Division of Student Affairs, launched this academic year...

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El Paso Locomotive Midfielder Yuma Monsalvez plays against New Mexico United at Southwest University Park on Saturday Sept. 26,2020.

Locomotive continue unbeaten streak with home draw versus United

Heriberto Perez, Sports Reporter September 28, 2020

The El Paso Locomotive played New Mexico United Saturday night in its last home match of the regular season to a scoreless draw. The Locos had a very close match with a couple of chances but still could not find the opponent's goal. The first half...

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UTEP freshman running back breaks through the Louisiana- Monroe defense for a gain enroute to three touchdowns and 118 yards rushing in a 31-6 win Sept. 26.

UTEP football dominates Warhawks on the road to improve to 3-1

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor September 26, 2020

In the most impressive win of the Dana Dimel era, the UTEP Miners outplayed the University of Louisiana at Monroe in every facet of the game today with a 31-6 road victory.  For the first time since 2010, the Miners are 3-1 to start a season....

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Locomotive take on second place New Mexico United

Joel Molina, Contributor September 26, 2020

Looking to continue its eight-game unbeaten streak, the Group C leading El Paso Locomotive (8-2-3) take on second place New Mexico United (7-4-2)) tonight looking to expand its four-point lead in the standings.  The Locomotive are coming off a difficult...

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Fall Guys is an indie multiplayer party game developed by Mediatonic and published by Devolver digital.
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In Review: ‘Fall Guys’ is the perfect videogame for leisure time

Exodis Ward, Staff Reporter September 25, 2020
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is an indie multiplayer party game developed by Mediatonic and published by Devolver digital. It was released Aug. 4 and features mini games that put players in a free-for-all struggle until there is one victor remaining. 
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Student Support Services Program receives $1.7 million grant

Student Support Services Program receives $1.7 million grant

Pablo Gallegos, Contributor September 25, 2020

Correction: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that about 70 out of 200 students who participate in SSP show improvement which was confused with "turnover." UTEP’s Student Support Services Program (SSSP) has been granted $1.7 million...

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El Paso district four candidates at a forum on National Voter Registration Day Sept. 22.

City council candidates talk COVID-19, climate change at forum

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter September 25, 2020

With early voting right around the corner, candidates vying for a seat on El Paso City Council spoke about their platforms at in-person forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of El Paso. The event was held Sept. 22, which was National Voter Registration...

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