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Assayer of Student Opinion.

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What is up with parking at UTEP?

What is up with parking at UTEP?

Erik Acosta, Web Editor July 14, 2023

There are two things that I hate: people who think Taylor Swift is overrated and student parking at UTEP. After an incident which resulted in me getting two parking tickets because I did not have a permit to park at school, filled with anger and disappointment,...

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It has been two months since the Writers Guild of America went on strike due to many failed negotiations with Hollywood producers as writers demanded better wages due to the high rise of streaming services.  Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons

Is another Hollywood strike on the horizon?

Erik Acosta, Web Editor July 13, 2023

[UPDATE]: The contract between SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP has expired July 12, with neither side agreeing to a new negotiation. Actors have been calling for increased pay and protection against artificial intelligence but after countless attempts, the union...

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After tireless advocacy towards the forgiveness of student debt, the Supreme Court ruled against Biden’s promising student loan debt relief plan June 30.  Photo courtesy of Wikiepdia Commons

SCOTUS won’t ‘loan’ students’ debt forgiveness

Yoali Rodriguez, Contributor July 13, 2023

After tireless advocacy towards the forgiveness of student debt, the Supreme Court ruled against the favor of Biden’s promising student loan debt relief plan June 30.   This infamous plan coined by the Biden administration has faced many controversies...

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What is going on during concerts?

What is going on during concerts?

Itzel Giron, Editor-in-Chief July 13, 2023

In a time where concerts are seen as a once in a lifetime opportunity to watch your favorite artists perform their best hits, it seems stupid to do anything to ruin the performance. So why is it that recently, concertgoers have taken it upon themselves...

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Youtubers and internet personalities such as Logan Paul have made controversial apology videos that have caused an uproar to fans and viewers.

Cancel culture and the sincerity of apologies

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Multimedia Editor July 13, 2023

All aboard the cancel culture train that celebrities, influencers and Youtubers have jumped onto. From 2018 and on, YouTubers’ problematic histories resurfaced causing large series of apologies. Whether it was posting apology videos on YouTube, posting...

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Stacks of books on a bookshelf at The Chamizal Community Center and Library July 1

Summertime pastime in the library

Eugenio Cantu, Contributor/Reporter July 12, 2023

Summer is upon us and schools are out. With the shining skies and clear weather, it is a perfect time to go out on vacation. For those who are between trips or unable to leave the city, the El Paso library system offers a vast variety of activities to...

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The El Paso Chihuahua’s scored a win against the Las Vegas Aviator’s July 5.  Photo courtesy of Ken Lund/ Wikipedia Commons

Take me out to the ball game: Chihuahuas vs Aviators

Sofia Sierra, Contributor/Reporter July 12, 2023

The atmosphere of a baseball game is desired by many in this triple-degree weather. Refreshing lemonade and popcorn can be enjoyed by families at Southwest University Park. The energetic Andy Imfeld often raises spirits throughout the innings, playing...

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Legendary and iconic U.S. women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe has announced her retirement after the National Women’s Soccer League season ends. Photo courtesy by Wikipedia Commons

U.S. Women’s soccer legend, Megan Rapinoe calls for retirement

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement editor July 8, 2023

Legendary and iconic U.S. women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe has announced her retirement after the National Women’s Soccer League season ends.   Rapinoe says her fourth and final World Cup will take place at the end of the month and publicly...

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The Museum is located on 1521 San Elizario Rd, San Elizario, TX and is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Los Portales Museum & Information Center: The hidden historical gem

Sofia Sierra, Contributor/Reporter July 7, 2023

History books often praise El Paso and surrounding areas for the historical impact they had dating back to the 1500’s. Unfortunately, even with this significance, few residents know how much their city has impacted history. Los Portales Museum &...

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UTEP new student orientation

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Multimedia Editor July 7, 2023

The University of Texas at El Paso is bringing in new incoming freshman. The new student orientation is providing a way for students to get involved on campus while preparing them for their upcoming school year. This is the start of a new journey for...

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The UTEP Sun City Rocket Team appeared at the 2023 Spaceport America Cup, the biggest intercollegiate rocket launch competition in the world.

Blasting off to Spaceport America Cup

Yoali Rodriguez, Contributor July 7, 2023

“3...2...1... Lift off!” Echoed through the fields of the desert as the UTEP Sun City Rocket Team prepared to witness their rocket reach above the sky.  Participating in the biggest intercollegiate rocket launch competition in the world, UTEP’s...

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Hot v. Cold: Which is better?

Hot v. Cold: Which is better?

Eugenio Cantu, Contributor/Reporter July 6, 2023

It will soon be two weeks since we have entered summer, and the temperatures have not been shied to let us know. Hitting triple digit temperatures almost every day of the week, with rare clouds coming to only mildly dampen heat. For the winter enjoyers,...

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