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La madrina glorification

La madrina glorification

Dominique Macias, Contributor/Photographer February 20, 2024

Griselda Blanco dominated Miami's economy and society in Florida, from the late 1970s to early 80s. She was called the “Godmother” and “Black Widow.” She is often referred to as the “only man” Pedro Escobar was afraid of. Netflix recently...

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Foward Jane Asinde attempts to shoot the ball during a game on Jan. 25.

UTEP women’s basketball takes a win over LA Tech

Nicholas Maes, Sports Editor January 27, 2024

The UTEP women’s basketball team (7-11, C-USA 2-3) won their game over LA Tech (8-12, C-USA 2-3) in an extremely close game. With a final score of 61-57, the Miners made a comeback in the fourth quarter.  The game was off to a rough start, as LA...

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Junior guard Jazion Jackson builds up to shoot a three pointer on the court against No. 21 Middle Tennessee.

Women’s basketball beat No. 21 Middle Tennessee

Nicholas Maes, Contributor February 5, 2023

Editor's Note: This is a recap of Thursday night's game against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Feb. 2, 2023. It was “Folklorico Night” Thursday, Feb. 2 at the Don Haskins for the UTEP women’s basketball game against the Middle Tennessee (MT)...

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Student Media and Publications welcomes a new leader

Student Media and Publications welcomes a new leader

Crystal Hinga, Editorial Advisor January 17, 2023

The UTEP Student Media and Publications Department is happily announcing that they have filled their assistant director position. The new Assistant Director, Crystal Hinga is elated to serve as the new editorial advisor for the student media team and...

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UTEP hosted the Jim Forbes Classic at the Don Haskins. Miners win against California State University Bakersfield,

Men’s basketball flushes out competition at the Jim Forbes Classic

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor November 26, 2022

The UTEP men’s basketball team tipped off the inaugural Jim Forbes Classic against Alcorn State (5-1) Tuesday Nov. 22 at the Don Haskins Center. The UTEP Miners will host the Alcorn State Braves (3-3), California State University-Bakersfield (CSU-Bakersfield)...

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Helping communities one drop at a time

Helping communities one drop at a time

Alyson Rodriguez, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

In recent years, the U.S. has had many water crises where low-income communities had unsafe drinking water. Some of the more well-known instances include the Flint Michigan water crisis in 2014.   UTEP Associate Professor of Civil Engineering Ivonne...

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A family mourns at Ponder Park Aug. 4, 2019, after the shooting at a local Walmart that killed 23 people.

The unsolved problem of mass shootings

Itzel Giron, Multimedia Editor August 23, 2022

Since 1999 there have been 311,000 school shootings accord-ing to The Washington Post, and recently added to that list is the shooting at Robb Elementary. In Uvalde, Texas on May 24, 2022 students and two teachers were murdered at Robb Elementary School,...

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UTEP’s Powell & Morais come up short of a national championship

UTEP’s Powell & Morais come up short of a national championship

Daniel Alec Lopez, Sports Editor June 13, 2022

UTEP’s track and field team competed for a national championship June 8-11 at Track Town Field in Eugene, Oregon. After its success at the NCAA West Preliminary round Saturday May 28 at John McDonnell field in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Representing the...

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The Prospector staff Spring 2022

The Prospector staff says farewell

Prospector Staff Report May 5, 2022

This issue is dedicated to all the graduates of the Spring 2022 semester. The Prospector congratulates you on all of your accomplishments and wishes you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors. We hope you enjoy this special issue, and congratulations...

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Candles, jewelry, instax cameras, UTEP apparel and office supplies are all great gifts to give to students walking the stage this spring.

Celebrate loved one’s achievements with the best gifts

Victoria Rivas, Arts & Culture Editor May 5, 2022

Graduation is around the corner, and families are ready to commemorate their graduates’ efforts and achievements. Gifting is a non-verbal expression used to celebrate a loved one’s accomplishments, and graduation is no exception. A celebration full...

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Threading the needle for more than 50 years

Threading the needle for more than 50 years

Itzel Giron, Audience Engagement Editor April 6, 2022

Growing up, I have always been intrigued by the world of fashion, whether it be dressing up my Barbie dolls or watching my grandmother sew wedding and Quinceañera dresses, I found myself being immersed in all of it. From the sequins, the beading, the...

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UTEP graduate starts clothing business in NYC

UTEP graduate starts clothing business in NYC

Elisha Nuñez, Contributor April 6, 2022

Alba Garcia was born in Ciudad Juárez, and graduated from UTEP more than a year ago before traveling in search for the perfect city that suited her talent and desires. After accepting a job in New York, she did not originally plan on starting...

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