The Prospector

Sharing love to pets in need of a safe home

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • February 10, 2025

El Paso Animal Services has seen an increase of dogs and cats being sent into their shelters.

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A love letter from me to El Paso

Alyda Muela, Arts & Culture Editor • February 10, 2025

It’s only been a few months since my last introduction piece, but I’m back again–and it probably won’t be the last time. This time though, I have the honor of writing as the arts & culture editor.

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El Paso community comes together in wake of unprecedented political climate

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • February 10, 2025

The El Paso community came together at Memorial Park on Wednesday, Jan. 29 to support immigrants in the current sociopolitical climate. Many shared stories, tears and resources to hold onto community during a rough era.

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UTEP Miners recommend best Valentine’s date spots

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • February 10, 2025

UTEP miners give recommendations for Valentine’s date spots around El Paso.

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NFL Conference Championship recap. What’s at stake for Super Bowl 59 and what plans do students have for Super Bowl Sunday?

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 9, 2025

The NFL’s Conference Round has concluded, with Super Bowl 59 upon us, what’s at stake for each team chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, and how do students plan to spend their Super Bowl Sunday?

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America’s newest popular sport in the borderland: Dropshot Social

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 6, 2025

The rapidly growing sport of pickleball has become very popular throughout the U.S. With new players starting every day and old ones playing more, a pickleball social group in El Paso was made for everyone.

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Horse around at The Rodeo Night Market

Daniela Ordaz, Contributor/Writer • February 6, 2025

On Jan. 25, Lowbrow Palace held its Rodeo Night Market with local vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry and other items, joined with food and music. The event took place from 6-11 p.m. and the final round of Battle of the Bands was at 7 p.m.

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UTEP women’s basketball falls to WKU after late run

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • February 6, 2025

UTEP women's basketball lost to WKU in a tense but quick game, resulting in a loss of 65-59. UTEP has lost back-to-back and will be taking on Middle Tennessee, as well as New Mexico State soon after.

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S:12 E:1 Picking Up On Love

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 6, 2025

New host Sebastian Perez-Navarro, along with co-hosts Kristian Hernandez and Cameron Mason, guide the conversation from staff reporter Leah Austin's experience with the mayor, love, the border situation in El Paso, and UTEP Basketball.

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How Christianity connects the Black community

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • February 5, 2025

Today, more than seven out of 10 African Americans identify as Christians. However, when Africans first arrived in what is now the United States, most were either practicing Muslims or followed other religious and cultural practices. Throughout centuries of slavery, segregation, and discrimination, the Black Church transitioned into centers for organization, civic activity, community service and cultural celebration.

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The effects of executive orders on the southern border

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 4, 2025

Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.

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Friendly neighborhood robot? UTEP welcomes DAX robots to campus

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • January 31, 2025

UTEP introduces “DAX” robots to campus. These people-oriented robots’ primary focus is to create a more accessible campus by collecting data on UTEP’s walkways.

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