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The Prospector
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UTEP stands as one of the largest Hispanic-Serving Institutions in the U.S., dedicated to student success and inclusivity.

History of UTEP as a leading Hispanic-serving institution

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is one of the largest Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) in the United States. The university focuses on a variety of dimensions to support its Hispanic and Latino students, a demographic that makes up 84% of its student body.
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There are any beliefs that are created from new student fears that don’t carry as much weight as social pressure says they do.

Searching for the perfect goldmine

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • April 2, 2025
Tell me if you’ve heard these before: “How did you pick your major?”, “How many scholarships do you have?” or “Do you really want to go to UTEP?” If you have, or if you eventually do, know that it’s okay to not have the answer.
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Victor Sanchez is a master’s student in business administration currently serving as a teaching assistant in political science.

Advice to student from educators who once walked the UTEP campus

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025
Educators who embrace new students every semester at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) have once been in a lecture hall before, studied at the library for an exam. These educators spoke to The Prospector to share insightful advice to new and returning Miners.
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Lucha libre star Cinta de Oro, formerly known as Sin Cara, makes his entrance at The Ides of March event at the Boys & Girls Club on Mar. 22, captivating the crowd with his signature presence.

Cinta De Oro brings lucha libre to Downtown El Paso in support of local youth

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer • March 31, 2025
El Paso’s own Cinta De Oro, formerly Sin Cara of WWE, is bringing downtown El Paso live Lucha Libre in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club. Although his goal is to raise money for local youth, he hopes to establish energetic events and monthly entertainment for the people.
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Even in defeat, spirits still ran high for Carlotta Mencaglia with cheers and celebration of every point scored.

UTEP tennis loses steam against Western Kentucky University

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 31, 2025
UTEP tennis stepped up against Western Kentucky University (WKU) in a match that would be the fall of the Miners. Although the score would be 4-1, this halted UTEP’s two-match winning streak (6-5, 0-2 Conference USA).
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Barista Rebecca Ruiz prepares a seasonal drink using flavored syrup at Cafecito.

Cafecito en Socorro: Cafecito, Bodega Loya, and their contribution to sweet drinks and local artists

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • March 31, 2025
Cafecito’s coffee bar sits at the entrance of an old home in Socorro, and the other rooms are filled to the brim with art, making grabbing a coffee a museum-like experience, all while giving back to Socorro and its local artists.
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Dust storms take over El Paso

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • March 28, 2025
After eight dust storms put the 915 in a "Dune"-like environment, The Prospector sat down with Univision 26 weatherman Aldo Acosta to break down why 2025's dust storms have been unprecedented and explore their possible causes.
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Locomotive player Ricky Ruiz won two fouls in his match with Phoenix FC.

El Paso Locomotive FC take on Phoenix Rising FC

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 26, 2025
El Paso Locomotive FC had its second home game of the season against Phoenix Rising FC. After a last-minute draw in its first match against the Colorado Switchbacks, the Locos continued their optimistic early season run.
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The UTEP Softball team only lost by one run in the first game of the doubleheader against LA Tech.

UTEP softball strikes out in back-to-back battles against LA Tech

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 26, 2025
UTEP softball returned to bat against LA Tech in an intense battle. Although both games ended in a loss, the battle against the Bulldogs spotlighted the Miners’ limitless potential.
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S:12 E:4 Picking Up on Slap Sauce!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • March 21, 2025
In today's episode we discuss the belief over whether Gamescape can take over El Paso as it's premier entertainment destination and topped off the discussion with some slap sauce! We also, talk about Café Piro, a unique coffee shop in Texas, and highlight teams who we think can be bracket busters in March Madness.
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Stepping into the world of photography

Stepping into the world of photography

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • March 21, 2025
Entering this world of media and journalism is something that’s still kind of new to me, but in the two years that I’ve being doing this, I think I can confidently say that deciding I want to take my photography seriously and pursue a career in media is the best thing that I could have done for myself.
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The Company of Pretty Woman: The Musical. Photo courtesy of Matthew Murphy for MurphyMade

Pretty Woman brings love into the Sun City

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 21, 2025
Love is a very mysterious feeling, and one everyone can experience at some point in their life. Love can hit someone like a semi-truck, that instantaneous acknowledgement with oneself where they just know that the love they are feeling is something special. Other times, love can be the result of an invisible Trojan Horse, sneaking its way to you like an emotive surprise attack. The latter occurs in “Pretty Woman: The Musical” the latest Broadway show to hit the Sun City.
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