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UTEP football running back/wide receiver, Reynaldo Flores, who began his football career at the university as a walk-on, jumps in the air to catch as pass during a game against New Mexico State on Sept. 10.

UTEP Football walk-on tryouts could open the door to dream-chasing opportunity

Joel Molina, Contributor September 27, 2022

The illustrious dream of playing college football is something that many football players yearn for, a dream that may be possibly accomplished in more ways than one. One of those ways is by trying out as a walk-on. The UTEP football team, who previously...

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S7 E3: Let’s Talk Careers

Itzel Giron, Multimedia Editor September 27, 2022

On this episode of The Prospector Podcast, host Itzel Giron gives her review on the movie "Don't Worry Darling." Staff Reporter Katrina Villarreal gives a UTEP sports recap and also informs us on jobs you can get in the sports field without being a pro...

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The “EP” letters located in San Jacinto Plaza have been changed in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

New Love Letters in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in El Paso

Sophia Villalobos, Contributor September 27, 2022

The City of El Paso is displaying a new art installation at San Jacinto Plaza, 114 W Mills Ave., dedicated to Hispanic Heritage Month.   Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated from Sep. 15 through Oct. 15 every year since 1988 when it was enacted...

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The café is located at 105 Texas Ave. and offers different movies every day. Those interested in finding out what movies are showing can sign up for the newsletter.

Have a Big Apple Experience at Aaron and George’s Film Café

Elisha Nuñez, Staff Reporter September 27, 2022

The building itself is like an old cinema from 1920s New York. With an art-deco style, bright neon lights to glow during late hours of the day and iconic framed movie posters, it looks like something straight out of a history textbook. This is El Paso’s...

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Miners upset Boise in historic win

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 24, 2022

Editor's Note: BSU Offensive Coordinator Tim Plough was fired the Saturday following this matchup. The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) (2-3, 0-1 Conference USA) faced Boise State University (BSU) (2-2, 1-0 Mountain West) Friday night at the Sun...

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UTEP junior quarterback Gavin Hardison honors Luke by wearing Luke’s number and last name in the win versus rival New Mexico State University.

The legacy of Luke Laufenberg

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

UTEP's football team honors late tight end Luke Laufenberg is a name that is well known in the UTEP community. Luke passed away from complications of Burkitt’s Lymphoma at the young age of 21, but his legacy lives on forever.  Luke was a very caring...

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Forward Taya Lopez aims to kick the ball while being surrounded by two defenders.

Soccer avoids losses in home stretch

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 20, 2022

The UTEP women’s soccer team finished out the past four home games with a draw versus LA Tech. Prior to that match up, the Miners faced the University of Incarnate Word (UIW), the University of Nevada (Nevada) and Florida International University (FIU).  UIW...

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Cactus Flower Bookery offers a wide range of collections and themes, not only selling books but also tote bags, jewelry, stones and other gifts.

Make a visit to the borderland’s best bookshops

Kristen Scheaffer, Contributor September 20, 2022

The City of El Paso is home to a handful of cozy bookshops hoping to promote literacy and give back to the community with their new, rare, donated and affordable selection of books. While corporations like Barnes & Noble do diligent work in providing...

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El Paso’s Finest is a small shop in Downtown El Paso filled with work from local artists and businesses.

“El Paso’s Finest” hosts local artwork from across the city

Jasmin Campoya, Photographer September 20, 2022

El Paso is the heart and home of art for local artists. From graphic designers to painters and photographers, located at 314 N. Mesa St., El Paso’s Finest welcomes multiple talented individuals to sell art. Founder of El Paso’s Finest and local photographer...

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Yayale Handmade, owned by Claudia Cornejo, features her handmade amigurumi dolls and crochet clothes at the Lollygag Night Market Sept. 10 at 1000 Deisel Drive.

The Lollygag Night Market showcases local businesses

Alyson Rodriguez, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

Try something new for Saturday night and support local vendors at the Lollygag Night Market. The market showcases different local vendors who sell clothes, jewelry, food and much more.   The most recent Lollygag Night Market was held Sept. 10 at 1000...

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Interviewees sat eagerly waiting for their turn to be interviewed at The Foundation Room.

Howdy Homemade serves every scoop with a smile

Alyson Rodriguez, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

Editor’s note: Alyson Rodriguez was an intern with El Paso Community Foundation up until Aug. 8.   Serving every scoop of ice cream with a smile, Howdy Homemade ice cream is coming to El Paso. Originally based in Dallas, Texas, the ice cream franchise...

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Zéleny received her master’s of fine arts in creative writing from UTEP. She went on to author and publish several short stories and novels including the short stories “Gente Menuda” and “No son gente como uno”. Additionally, the novels “El Libro de Aisha” and “Coming out Mikala”, to name a few.

Write anywhere with an online MFA in creative writing

Meagan Elizabeth García, Arts & Culture Editor September 20, 2022

When it comes to accessibility in education, the UTEP Creative Writing Department created the online Master’s of Fine Arts (MFA) in creative writing program for students who are passionate about the field and eager to learn from writers across the globe....

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