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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

 A student browses ’Tinder’ to look for potential dates.

Dating gone mobile: The top dating applications reviewed

Mike Vasquez, Staff Reporter February 9, 2016

Dating and hookup apps are designed to streamline the dating process, allowing us to filter, skim and handpick potential mates, but how well are these apps working realistically? After signing up with four of the most popular hookup mobile applications;...

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Miners rally from 19 to top Hilltoppers

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor February 7, 2016

  Earvin Morris scored nine points in overtime as the Texas Western Miners stole the 94-87 win over Western Kentucky in the game that commemorated the 50th anniversary of the 1966 national championship. With 8:47 remaining in the game,...

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Miners stun Herd in high scoring thriller

Miners stun Herd in high scoring thriller

Christopher Piñones, Contributor February 4, 2016

Dominic Artis had a career-high performance Thursday night, as he put up 33-points and nine rebounds in UTEP’s 112-108 win over Marshall in the Don Haskins Center. Artis contributed greatly in the second half, shooting three 3-pointers after...

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UTEP Football head coach Sean Kugler introduces the 2016 signing class.

Miners sign 24 new prospects to the squad

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor February 4, 2016

UTEP football head coach Sean Kugler presented 24 new additions to the team on Feb. 3, who will sign their national letter of intent to play at UTEP. From Texas alone, the Miners gained 19 athletes. Out of the other 24 signees, two come from Washington,...

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Free events celebrate 50th anniversary of the the 1966 NCAA championship

Free events celebrate 50th anniversary of the the 1966 NCAA championship

February 2, 2016

The Road To Glory Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the 1966 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship A Union Gallery Exhibition January 19-February 26 Reception: Wednesday, Feb. 3, 5 p.m. Union Gallery, Union Bldg. East, 2nd Floor "And the Wheels...

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“Rapture, Death to EDM,” will take place on Feb. 6 in an undisclosed location.

‘Rapture, Death the EDM’ aims to refocus crowd to original rave scene

Jose Soto, Entertainment Editor February 2, 2016

On any given weekend in El Paso, you can find events and clubs playing electronic dance music. 301 Nightlife, The Garden, Hardpop Bundesbar in Ciudad Juárez and many other local hotspots are few of the names where you can expect to hear the musical genre...

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Head coach Keitha Adams and her squad are currently ranked 28th in the nation according to the NCAA women’s basketball RPI.

Ten wins marks best start for women’s team

Juan Carlos Navarette, Staff Reporter February 2, 2016

The UTEP women’s basketball team will take on Marshall on the road in hopes of continuing their undefeated record in conference play after picking up their 10th-straight win. UTEP (18-1, 9-0 Conference USA) will be playing against a Marshall team...

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Mine Tracks of the month: January

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor January 31, 2016

The month of January came with mostly highs and only a few woes in the music industry. Throughout the 31 days, we heard new albums, mixtapes and previews for albums. Overall, we were blessed with some great projects to kick-start 2016. Here are some of...

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Miners hound Bulldogs, 86-80

Miners hound Bulldogs, 86-80

Juan Carlos, Navarette January 30, 2016

https://youtu.be/7GAs5Fdg8Uo

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Miners pluck Golden Eagles in conference matchup

Miners pluck Golden Eagles in conference matchup

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor January 29, 2016

The UTEP women’s basketball team extends their win streak to nine after defeating Southern Mississippi 72-64 on Thursday, Jan. 28, in the Don Haskins Center. The game allowed fans to enter the game for free, in part of the annual Pack the House...

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Prickly Elder is inviting with nostalgic decor

Jose Soto, Entertainment Editor January 26, 2016

It takes some creativity and originality to create a niche bar, especially in a city where the bar scene is growing. But one recently opened location has taken niche to another level.  Opening the door to the Prickly Elder on 916 N. Mesa Street, will...

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The 1966 NCAA Championship Texas Western team poses with trophy March 19, 1966.

The pride and joy of a basketball city

Amanda Guillen, Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2016

El Paso has been called a basketball city time and time again. UTEP’s basketball programs are touted as the gems of the athletic programs at the university. It all began with the Texas Western men’s 1966 NCAA basketball championship 50 years ago....

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