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Space festival engages and educates kids and adults alike

Victoria Almaguer, Contributor October 7, 2019

The El Paso Insights Museum hosted its annual “Space Adventure Extravaganza” aimed at promoting science to the community Saturday, Oct. 5, at Sunland Park Mall.   The event was part of the weeklong “El Paso Space Festival,” which hosted...

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UTEP Cross Country runner Alan Ortiz competes in Lowry Fitzgerald Invitational in El Paso.

UTEP’s Titus Cheruiyot wins second race of season

Michael Cuviello, Sports Reporter October 7, 2019

Three runners in top three at invitational  Miner freshman Titus Cheruiyot won for the  second time this year in three meets by coming in first at the Joe Piane Invitational Friday Oct. 4 at South Bend, Indiana. Finishing with a time of 24:13.01 Cheruiyot won...

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Oscar, Ernesto Armendariz and Mark Teran in costume for The Office Trivia Bar Crawl Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019.

Fans of ‘The Office’ rejoice at trivia bar crawl

Alejandra Molina, Contributor October 7, 2019

“We Love Pub Crawls” hosted a trivia bar crawl themed after “The Office,” a popular comedy series, Saturday, Oct. 5, that started at Hope and Anchor and ended at King’s X with an awards ceremony for the winners.   The event was for people...

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Fans disappointed as Kanye West delays new album release

Fans disappointed as Kanye West delays new album release

Anahy Diaz, Contributor October 7, 2019

Kanye West fans took to social media to express disappointment with rapper, after he continued to delay the release of his ninth studio album “Jesus is King.”   West originally announced on his website the release of the album for Friday,...

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Former Miner Evan Gilyard drives to the basket vs. Florida International.

Men’s basketball takes on Texas Tech in exhibition game

Isaiah Ramirez, Staff Reporter October 7, 2019

The UTEP men’s basketball team will hit the court this weekend as it takes on the 2019 national championship runner-up Texas Tech for an exhibition game. The proceeds from the matchup with the Red Raiders will be donated to the GECU foundation in support...

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‘Joker’ is a sobering journey of mental illness

‘Joker’ is a sobering journey of mental illness

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter October 7, 2019

DC Comics introduced a darker universe and a bone-chilling new “Clown Prince of Crime” with the release of “Joker.”    The film broke box office records in its opening weekend, making it Warner Bros’ biggest hit this year, as well as one...

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Senior quarterback Kai Locksley looks for a receiver down field against UTSA at the Sun Bowl.

UTEP football struggles against UTSA and loses fourth straight game

Isaiah Ramirez, Reporter October 5, 2019

A late game surge by the UTEP football team was not enough to pull off a win against the University of Texas at San Antonio falling to the Roadrunners 26-16 on homecoming at the Sun Bowl. UTSA displayed an exceptional running game with the Roadrunners...

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UTEP goes global: International student program looks to expand its reach

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter October 1, 2019

Just like this year’s Homecoming theme, “UTEP Goes Global,” the university’s Office of International Programs and Study Abroad (OIPSA) made it its mission to diversify the campus and recruit students from other countries to share their knowledge...

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Anson 11’s Warm Chocolate Cake, covered in caramel, strawberries and blueberries, is ready to be served to Eat Authentico! Restaurant Crawl participants Thursday,  Sept. 26.

Restaurant crawl showcases authentic El Paso cuisine

Anahy Diaz, Contributor October 1, 2019

The third annual “Eat Authentico! Restaurant Crawl” exposed participants to flavorful dishes Sept. 25-27 in the heart of downtown El Paso.    Organized by the Downtown Management District, the sold-out event allowed participants to enjoy a...

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Miners’ soccer undefeated in conference play

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor October 1, 2019

UTEP tames the Herd, off to best start since 2016 The Miners (7-2-2) staged a comeback victory over the Marshall Thundering Herd 3-8 Thursday, giving them a 2-0 record in conference play. Matching the same start of the 2016 season under former coach...

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The history of homecoming: UTEP welcomes alumni and celebrates Miner pride

The history of homecoming: UTEP welcomes alumni and celebrates Miner pride

Alexia X. Nava Carmona, Copy Editor September 30, 2019

Throughout the week, UTEP will host its annual homecoming, which centers “around bringing alumni and a new generation of students together to build camaraderie and celebrate school spirit,” according to UTEP’s website.   “‘I belong...

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Distinguished UTEP alumni: Power couple promotes visual arts at the border

Distinguished UTEP alumni: Power couple promotes visual arts at the border

Bryan Mena, Entertainment Editor September 30, 2019

Two of the six recipients of UTEP’s 2019 Distinguished Alumni award are the founders of Creative Kids, a local nonprofit organization that introduces visual arts to children.   Every year during Homecoming season, UTEP honors its exceptional alumni...

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