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Frida Acuna

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor

Frida is a senior majoring in multimedia journalism with a minor in creative writing. She is the arts and culture editor at The Prospector. After graduation, she hopes to travel the world and grow as a writer to pursue a career in the entertainment and fashion industry.

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The audience meets Concha at the beginning of the play. Later, her daughter Perla, and granddaughter Aurora are introduced. These generations are linked by a tangible item whose symbolic value cannot be underestimated, a crow’s feather.

[Photo] UTEP theater’s ‘Plumas Negras’ ready to soar

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter November 5, 2024

The audience meets Concha at the beginning of the play. Later, her daughter Perla, and granddaughter Aurora are introduced. These generations are linked by a tangible item whose symbolic value cannot be underestimated, a crow’s feather.

39-year-old Lana Del Rey and 49-year-old swamp tour guide, Jeremy Dufrene were married in Des Allemandes, Louisiana Sept. 26.

‘C U L8R Alligator,’ Lanita ‘Lana Del Rey’ ties the knot with Jeremy Dufrene

Frida Acuna and Marco Hinojosa October 7, 2024
Living legend, 39-year-old Lana Del Rey recently became one with 49-year-old swamp tour guide, Jeremy Dufrene. The private wedding took place in Des Allemandes, Louisiana Sept. 26.
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Co-Founders, Fatima Alvarado, Itzel Giron, Annabella Mireles, Meagan Garcia of Women in Media Student Organization.

Women in Media; UTEP’s new student organization aims to bring unity to the digital media and journalism landscape.

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor September 16, 2024
Women in Media (WIM) is a new student organization focused on expanding skills and fortifying the journalism and digital media community at UTEP. WIM also wishes to help aspiring women in media fields gain experience and prepare them for success for when they enter the real world.
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The crowd for UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas Stadium on Aug. 30.

UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas cut short Friday night, still fostered student engagement

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor September 4, 2024
With the start of the 2024 fall semester, UTEP pride kicked off with an electrifying night filled with music, fun and appearances by the UTEP cheer and choir during UTEP’s Night at the Chihuahuas game Aug. 30.
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Lithium is an alkali metal that is used in different electrical items and is used for health treatments as well.

EPA detected trace amounts of natural lithium in El Paso’s drinking water

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 31, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently published data indicating the presence of naturally occurring lithium in El Paso’s drinking water, a finding that was reported earlier in the spring. Lithium is an alkali metal and is nontoxic in...

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Movie Party, located at 3803 Frutas Ave., shows classic movies every Friday with free admission.

Lights, Coffee, Action; Coffee Party’s Movie Party

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 29, 2024

Local coffee shop, Coffee Party, is rooted in the love for sharing coffee and making connections. In 2017, coffee enthusiast and owner Santiago Castro, started a fundraiser cafe in his mom's living room, inviting friends over for a cup of coffee. As...

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Co-founded by four friends, the Synthesizer Club creates an opportunity for El Pasoans and musicians alike to come together and enjoy electronic music.

The New Synth Wave in El Paso

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 23, 2024

What started as a passion and love for collecting music equipment and gear, evolved into a collective of music lovers exploring different ways to create sounds. Rogelio Rosiles, David Delgado, and brothers Jose and Santiago Castro co-founded El Paso’s...

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Photo courtesy of UTEP Newsfeed. Gardea-Torresdey has had a lustrous career, contributing work to environmental nanotechnology, promoting gender equality in his field, and winning the CUSA Faculty Achievement and Professor of the Year Award in 2024.

Pioneer and pilar for UTEP’s Chemistry Department, Dr. Gardea-Torresdey

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 12, 2024

 The Conference USA (CUSA) Faculty Achievement and Professor of the Year Award recognizes professors who demonstrate outstanding performance in teaching, research, service, or scholarly activity within their field. The award includes a $15,000 honorarium...

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IFellinLovehere is located on 1381 S. Darrington Rd. where customers can enjoy vintage and unique clothing.

How can you not fall in love? “IFellinLovehere” night market

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 9, 2024

“IFellinLovehere”, a vintage secondhand boutique situated in the heart of Horizon City, has been in business since February 2023. The boutique brings the nostalgia of the 90s and Y2K fashion, with a curated collection of apparel capturing the essence...

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The Rubin Center invites renowned graphic design and fine arts professionals to jury the exhibition and award prizes in each medium.

Glimpsing into the 2024 Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor July 8, 2024

The Stanlee and Gerald Rubin Center for the Visual Arts presented the 2024 Annual Juried UTEP Student Art Exhibition from May 10 to July 11.  The art exhibition represents all media taught in the Department of Art at UTEP, showcasing paintings, sculptures,...

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On June 12th, it was announced that Sony Pictures has acquired Alamo Drafthouse which has two theatre locations in El Paso.

Sony Pictures recently acquired Alamo Drafthouse

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor June 28, 2024

Founded in 1997 in Austin, Texas, by Tim and Karrie League, with more than 35 locations across the United States, Alamo Drafthouse is a unique cinema venue focused on the best projection, sound, and theatre experience while offering extensive food and...

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McKelligon Canyon is one of multiple places where people can enjoy National Great Outdoors month.

National Great Outdoors Month: the beauty and beat of the El Paso heat

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor June 21, 2024

National Great Outdoors Month is dedicated to experiencing and appreciating the beauty of the outdoors. The month serves as a reminder of the importance of nature conservation and the benefits of outdoor activities  National Great Outdoors Month celebrates...

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