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UTEP head football coach Dana Dimel addresses the media and attendees of UTEP's 2018 Signing Day Luncheon.

Dimel announces 2018 football signing class amid sold-out crowd

Adrian Broaddus, Copy Editor February 7, 2018

A sold-out crowd and media members were given a glimpse of the new UTEP football team, as head coach Dana Dimel announced 27 signees to the program. Just stepping foot into the Larry K. Durham Center on Wednesday afternoon, one could hear the hum of...

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The cast of “Iconic Pop” rehearses for opening night on Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at The Wise Family Theatre in Fox Fine Arts.

UTEP dance faculty celebrates pop music through movement

Claudia Flores, Entertainment Editor February 5, 2018

As part of their annual tradition, this year the UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance presents “Iconic Pop,” a presentation that represents the celebration of the pop genre and dance. “Iconic Pop” will be opening at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb....

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Angela Davis to lecture on campus

Angela Davis to lecture on campus

Prospector Staff February 5, 2018

UTEP’s African-American Studies Program and the Black Student Union are kicking off a lecture series with guest lecturer Angela Davis at 6:30 p.m. this Wednesday at the Undergraduate Learning Center building, room 126.  Davis is an activist, author,...

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UTEP receives grant to improve mental health in the Southwest

UTEP receives grant to improve mental health in the Southwest

Christian Vasquez, Web Editor February 5, 2018

UTEP received a $1.1 million grant to create a supporting organization for mental health professionals and students around the area. The center, called Empower Change: The Paso del Norte Center for Mental and Emotional Well-being, will provide a wide...

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The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast - National Signing Day and UTEP football RB Joshua Fields

The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast – National Signing Day and UTEP football RB Joshua Fields

Adrian Broaddus, Daniel Mendez, and Mike Flores February 5, 2018

On our latest episode of The Prospector Sports Weekly Podcast, Copy Editor Adrian Broaddus and sports reporters Daniel "Curly" Mendez and Mike Flores join to talk about the UTEP Football 2018 Signing Class. Then, UTEP football running back Joshua Fields...

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Women’s basketball returns home to face Louisiana Tech

Women’s basketball returns home to face Louisiana Tech

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor February 5, 2018

Since starting Conference USA play, the UTEP women’s basketball team has yet to put together consecutive wins or losses, resulting in a seesaw record. They will aim to break the broken record against Louisiana Tech at the Don Haskins Center on Saturday...

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Predicting Super Bowl LII

The Prospector Staff February 4, 2018

With the NFL's biggest game left remaining, The Prospector staff weighs in on who they think will win the 52nd Super Bowl. Super Bowl LII (Philadelphia Eagles vs. New England Patriots, Minneapolis, MN, 4:30 PM MST, NBC) Jeremy Carranco Philadelphia...

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Evan Gilyard led all Miners, tying his career-high with 20 points.

Thundering Herd pull away late for first-ever win at UTEP

Jeremy Carranco, Sports Editor February 3, 2018

In crunch time, Marshall got to the line and hit timely shots to hold off a second half UTEP rally, defeating the Miners 74-65 on Saturday night for their first-ever win at the Don Haskins Center (1-7). Now losers of five-straight games, UTEP (7-16,...

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RARE Fest tore down the El Paso County Coliseum

Aylin Tafoya, Contibutor February 3, 2018

The venue was a bright red as the crowd started filling up the dance floor. The color on the screens was accentuated by crisp black lines outlining the animations. The visuals were very playful, colorful, and bright throughout the night. As the event-goers...

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Topgolf  opened its doors on Feb. 2  and its located in  the 365 Vin Rambla Drive.

Topgolf opens its doors in El Paso

Paulette Villa, Contributor February 3, 2018

The internationally recognized sports and entertainment center, Topgolf, opened its first location at El Paso on Friday, Feb. 2, just in time for the Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day.   Unlike regular golf courses or driving ranges, Topgolf...

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Katarina Zec looks to pass the ball to a teammate against UAB on Friday night at the Don Haskins Center.

UTEP women suffer 20-point loss to UAB

Isaiah Ramirez, Contributor February 2, 2018

The heart and toughness of the UTEP women’s basketball team was tested to its fullest as they suffered a back-breaking 84-64 loss to visiting UAB at the Don Haskins Center on Friday night. The Blazers knocked down a school-record for 3-pointers...

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The 2018 Faculty show will run until Friday, April 6.

Faculty art exhibition showcases border life

Gaby Velasquez, Photo Editor February 2, 2018

The Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the Visual Arts held the opening reception for the UTEP Department of Art Biennial Faculty Exhibition on Thursday, Feb. 1. The exhibition takes place every two years since the center opened in 2004. The show features...

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