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UTEP head coach Dana Dimel addresses the press before the Miners week two match up against UNLV.

UTEP looks for consistent effort entering week two

Daniel Mendez, Sports Editor September 3, 2018

After losing the season opener against NAU, the UTEP football team is in search of their first win of the season when they go on the road to face UNLV Saturday, Sept. 8. “The big picture is that we put a quality product on the field, we continue...

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Good Luck, Trump and Friends

Good Luck, Trump and Friends

Andrea Valdez, Staff Reporter September 3, 2018

In light of the Cohen plea deal and the Manafort conviction, President Trump is in a precarious spot. Or is he?  Better yet, is Trump closer to being impeached or are we just grasping at straws? Michael Cohen, Trump’s former personal attorney, and...

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Luis Miguel regresa a Don Haskins con su gira "México por Siempre" el domingo 2 de septiembre.

Llega ‘El Sol de México’ al Don Haskins

Claudia Flores, Multimedia Editor September 3, 2018

El domingo por la noche llegó al Don Haskins Center el aclamado “Sol de México” a complacer a la audiencia de El Paso y Ciudad Juárez. Aproximadamente a las 8:45 p.m. y después de una breve introducción musical, la gente se puso de pie...

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Stangus and Stardust Experience Obliteration performs at day one of Never Forget Block Party A Farewell to the Lowbrow Palace on Saturday, Sept. 1.

Never Forget Block Party showcases local talent on opening night

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor September 2, 2018

In efforts to commemorate the final days of the Lowbrow Palace before it moves to a new location, Spendid Sun Productions put together a two-day concert series on Labor Day Weekend to showcase local acts and give fans one last block party on Robinson...

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Linebacker A.J. Hotchkins led the team with 13 total tackles.

The losing streak continues for the Miners

Isaiah Ramirez, Reporter September 1, 2018

The nation's longest losing streak, which is now at 13, carried over into the 2018 season for the UTEP Miners (0-1) Saturday evening in a 30-10 loss against Northern Arizona (1-0). Missed opportunities for the Miners were apparent as they went scoreless...

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The Golddiggers perform during the pep rally at the 28th annual Minerpalooza.

Minerpalooza kicks off the fall semester with nostalgia and fist pumps

Daniel Mendez, Sports Editor September 1, 2018

UTEP hosted its 28th annual Minerpalooza to welcome students to the fall semester and kick off a new season of college football. This year’s musical guests included Volta, Orange Calderon, Drake Bell and closing headliner DJ Pauly D. UTEP’s annual...

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Interpol shows stylistic consistency with 'Marauder'

Interpol shows stylistic consistency with ‘Marauder’

Eddie Velasquez, Contributor August 31, 2018

With the release of their sixth studio album, Marauder, late 90s New York rock staple Interpol shows its age both for better and for worse. On one hand, once heralded rock music messiah Paul Banks’ transition as a bassist solidifies the now legendary...

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Junior psychology major Cristian Botello is the newly elected Student Government Association president.

Botello to focus on college experience during SGA tenure

Eddie Velazquez, Contributor August 28, 2018

As a new school year begins , a new Student Government Association (SGA) administration comes into the fold. At the helm of this regime is junior psychology major and now new SGA president Cristian Botello, who is certainly not a stranger to the way...

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Prospector Picks: Hottest movies and music of the summer

Prospector Picks: Hottest movies and music of the summer

Staff August 28, 2018

Editors Note: From relatable coming of age movies to long-awaited sequels, and from highly anticipated album releases to massive collaborations; it’s safe to say that this summer was packed with some of the best entertainment of the year. Here’s what...

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The streetcar goes through Oregon Street on Friday, August 24, during one of its safety tests.

Sun Metro provides safety tips for upcoming streetcar

Aimée Santillán, Contributor August 28, 2018

The El Paso streetcar is hitting the roads soon. But before opening its doors to the public, Sun Metro is working on performing safety tests and sharing tips on how to interact with the streetcar while driving, cycling or walking. Unlike other railway...

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Clifton Tanabe is the new dean for the College of Education.

New College of Education dean committed to its students, UTEP community

Brianna Chavez, Reporter August 28, 2018

Walking into the dean’s office in the education building can be somewhat intimidating, but the new dean of the College of Education is far from that. Clifton Tanabe, Ph.D. is welcoming, kind, and eager to work for and alongside students in the College...

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Offensive coordinator Mike Canales goes over the playbook with Kai Locklsey (left) and Calvin Brownholtz (right) camp.

UTEP football looks for revitalization on both sides of the ball

August 28, 2018

After a dismal year that saw the UTEP Miners football team go winless, changes needed to be made. With change comes a breath of fresh air for a team that was attempting to relive its glory days when they brought former head coach Mike Price out of retirement...

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