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Men’s basketball releases 2017-18 schedule

Men’s basketball releases 2017-18 schedule

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor July 12, 2017

The UTEP men's basketball team released their 2017-18 basketball schedule per UTEP Athletics. Highlighting the 2017-18 season is a trip to Puerto Rico, as well as home games against New Mexico and Washington State. UTEP will be one of eight teams...

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Soccer in Europe comes at a heavy tax

Soccer in Europe comes at a heavy tax

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 11, 2017

For a business with the kind of global outreach that “the beautiful game” has, the unrealistic monetary figures attached to professional soccer should come as no surprise. To put it into perspective, the world’s most-watched league, the English...

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3-D printing revolutionizes with new program

3-D printing revolutionizes with new program

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief July 11, 2017

The Department of Mechanical Engineering announced another educational incentive for graduate students as they announced a new graduate certificate in 3-D engineering and additive manufacturing. The new program will launch this fall and is open to graduate...

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New dean spotlight: Stephen Crites

New dean spotlight: Stephen Crites

Leslie Sarinana, Copy Editor July 11, 2017

Starting in the fall, the College of Liberal Arts will have a new interim dean, Stephen Crites, who is also the chair for the Department of Psychology. As interim dean to the college, Crites will oversee 22 departments and programs. Crites, who received...

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Sister Act opened  on Saturday to a sold out crowd at the UTEP Dinner Theatre.

‘Sister Act’ marries comedy and a fish-out-of-water tale

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 11, 2017

From its charming talk show-like opening to its thrilling final confrontation, “Sister Act” is a performance that rewards the audience with great musical numbers and an entertaining plot line from start to finish. Taking place in Philadelphia,...

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It’s Your World Project workshops turn junk into treasure

It’s Your World Project workshops turn junk into treasure

Claudia Flores, Contributor July 11, 2017

The Franklin Mountains State Park and the It’s Your World Project organization hosted the From Trash to Treasure Workshop to encourage the community to preserve the environment and natural sights of El Paso. On Saturday, July 8, people joined the...

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B.o.B in his ‘Element’ on stage at the Coliseum

B.o.B in his ‘Element’ on stage at the Coliseum

Leslie Sarinana, Copy Editor July 11, 2017

North Carolina rapper, hip-hop artist and producer Bobby Ray, better known by his stage name B.o.B, will be gracing El Paso for the first time on July 18 at the El Paso County Coliseum. He will be stopping at the Sun City as part of his “The Elements”...

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Spurs’ Danny Green brings camp to El Paso

Spurs’ Danny Green brings camp to El Paso

Mike Flores, Sports Editor July 11, 2017

For the second year, Gold Level Sporting Events brought Danny Green, NBA champion and shooting guard for the San Antonio Spurs to El Paso. This time around he was at Parkland High School from July 8 - 9. “I always enjoy my time here in El Paso, especially...

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Wrestlers battle it out in the final round

‘Verano Caliente III’ brings former WWE stars to the Sun City

Nina Titovets, Photographer July 10, 2017

On Sunday, July 9, wrestlers from all over the world joined together at the El Paso County Coliseum to compete in "Verano Caliente III." Former WWE wrestler John Swagger, Carlito, Hilo De Dos Cara, Rey Mysterio, Chavo Guerro Jr. and many others showed...

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Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 10, 2017

Amid a brewing coaching controversy, the Mexican team led by coach Juan Carlos Osorio showed on Sunday why they are one of the usual favorites to take home the biennial Gold Cup. Playmaker Elias Hernandez contributed to a 3-1 victory over El Salvador...

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Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

July 9, 2017

On a bright and early Sunday morning ball game, the Chihuahuas used strong pitching to their advantage as they completed a three-game home sweep against the Salt Lake Bees. In front of 6,951 early rising fans, the Chihuahuas were able to obtain...

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USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 8, 2017

After much expectation behind manager Bruce Arenas’ return to the meaningful competition, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) failed to secure their first three points in group B of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. A rugged Panama team fought...

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