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Saying goodbye is a chance to say ‘thank you’ for it all

Saying goodbye is a chance to say ‘thank you’ for it all

Tracy Roy, Editorial Advisor November 29, 2022

Goodbyes are an opportunity to express gratitude to those to whom you are bidding farewell. It is exceedingly difficult to leave my role as assistant director and editorial adviser in Student Media and Publications, and there is simply no good time to...

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Taylor Swift fans were angered after Ticketmaster had fans waiting in line for hours, experienced site crashes, and multiple card charges. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.

Ticketmaster vs. Swift fans

Meagan Elizabeth García, Arts & Culture Editor November 29, 2022

When it comes to artists and the concerts they host across the globe, there is no one more dedicated to ticket-buying than fans. However, this whole process can be ruined by those that sell tickets based on unfair and unmonitored sales.  Ticketmaster...

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Many students face a lot of pressure as they near graduation and some even drop out before finishing due to this stress.

The unknown pressures from your parent

Itzel Giron, Multimedia Editor November 29, 2022

Graduation comes with all variations of pressures, however, one pressure can at times be overbearing; having parents who have received their college degree before you have received yours. It can be a pressure that can either push or break students when...

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A farewell letter from talented Joel Molina

A farewell letter from talented Joel Molina

Joel Molina, Photographer November 29, 2022

When you graduate high school, if you desire to go to college then you know what your next step in life is, but after you graduate college unless you have something lined up right away, it may be the first time in your life that you do not know what is...

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 The class ring is one of many ways to commemorate high school and college graduations and is a tradition that has been a part of the history of the U.S. for many years.

Showing class pride with a class ring

Elisha Nuñez, Staff Reporter November 29, 2022

From high school to college graduations, there are plenty of ways for graduates to keep memories or souvenirs from their times at school. One way is by buying a class ring, which can be customized with symbols or achievements that tell you and other people...

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 UTEP students can visit the University Career Center to receive help with resume reviews, job search assistance, interview coaching, on-campus and virtual mock interviews, career closet, and employer contacts.

Preparing grads for a competitive field

Eduardo Flores, Contributor November 29, 2022

Many students have questioned at one point in their lives what will happen after receiving their diploma and walking the stage.   The University of Texas at El Paso has maintained the goal of helping every student succeed and prepare them for their...

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Adriana Olivas Ureno, also known as Eydrey, juggles a full-time job and her singing/songwriting career since graduating from UTEP in the Fall of 2021.  Photos courtesy of Adriana Olivas Ureno.

First a UTEP graduate, now emerging Latina Artist

Josie Avila, Audience & Engagement Editor November 29, 2022

Some people graduated alongside her, some know her as a co-worker and some consider her to be one of their favorite artists.   Emerging Latina singer-songwriter Adriana Olivas Ureno, or Eydrey, is juggling a full-time job and expanding her career...

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Chavez plans on going to Paul L. Foster School of Medicine to achieve
her goals of becoming a physician and a neurologist.

UTEP grad stems into the field

Annabella Mireles, Photo Editor November 29, 2022

According to the scholarly article “Running out of STEM,” there has been a high rate at which students in the science, technology, engineering and math departments drop out.  However, students like biochemistry major Stephanie Chavez are going against...

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Parting ways with The Prospector

Parting ways with The Prospector

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Editor-in-Chief November 29, 2022

The day of saying goodbye to the University of Texas at El Paso has come and it is never one that I thought I would dread, at least not for the reasons I currently do. Sure, everyone fears the idea of starting a new career or forging a new path, but...

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UTEP’s Department of Theatre and Dance presented their show ‘Zoot Suit’ by Luis Valdez Nov. 17 at the Wise Family Theatre. Photos courtesy of the UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance.

Theater and Dance present ‘Zoot Suit’

Alyson Rodriguez, Staff Reporter November 28, 2022

The UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance presented their new show “Zoot Suit” written by Luis Valdez, and directed by Justin Lucero. It opened Nov. 17 at the Wise Family Theatre.   Zoot Suit is a groundbreaking piece of Latinx theatre and a milestone...

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According to the Gun Violence Archive, more than 616 mass shootings have been recorded this year and a survey conducted by Gallup showed a decrease in wanting stricter gun laws from 66 percent in June. Photo courtesy of Subhash Roy/flickr

Gun control pressure

Victoria Rivas, Contributor November 28, 2022

Weeks after the midterm elections, national concern and discussions for gun reform have risen after multiple shootings have occurred across the country.   Two days before Thanksgiving, Tuesday, Nov. 22, six people were killed and six were injured after...

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David Gamez, Vice President of the Google Developer Student Club at UTEP, and Arley Silva pose after being interviewed.

UTEP students learn skills at Google Workshop

Alyson Rodriguez, Staff Reporter November 28, 2022

UTEP students got to experience and learn alongside Googlers at the first UTEP + HOLA@Cloud Google Cloud Hero event. The event was hosted by the new student organization, Google Developer Student Club,  from 10 a.m. to 2 pm., Nov. 18 at the El Paso Natural...

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