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Gianluca Cuevas

Gianluca Cuevas, Photographer

Gianluca Cuevas is a staff photographer for The Prospector. He is a senior majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in mathematics. He plans to work in the automotive industry designing cars/mechanic in the F1. He also has his small photography business 365elements which he plans to continue to grow.

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Located at 201 E Sunset Rd, Mustard Seed Cafe helps the El Paso community by providing free meals.

[Photo] Get a taste of the Mustard Seed Cafe

Alyda Muela, Contributor/Writer May 13, 2024

Located at 201 E Sunset Rd, Mustard Seed Cafe helps the El Paso community by providing free meals.

Dibattista complied over 50 victories in her career, with them coming in both singles and doubles matches.

[Photo] Elena Dibattista: causing a racket for UTEP tennis

Jorge Guajardo, Staff Reporter May 1, 2024

Elena Dibattista was a team captain for the 2023-2024 season, her senior year at UTEP.

Lauren Martinez finds a way to express herself through playing the piano.

[Photo] How this upcoming graduate ‘scaled’ into her future in piano

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor April 30, 2024

Lauren Martinez finds a way to express herself through playing the piano.

McIver-Brown found his passion in occupational therapy as he enjoys helping people in need.

[Photo] Dresden McIver-Brown: Gridiron to graduation

Esteban Corona, Staff Reporter April 30, 2024

McIver-Brown found his passion in occupational therapy as he enjoys helping people in need.

Border Patrol agents gather as they head towards a group of immigrants.

[Photo] Ongoing border crisis heightened after migrant breach

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter April 4, 2024

Border Patrol agents gather as they head towards a group of immigrants.

Ana Giselle Marquez-Perez, education major and the collegiate senator for education.

[Photo] The women of SGA

Esteban Corona, Staff Reporter March 27, 2024

Ana Giselle Marquez-Perez, education major and the collegiate senator for education.

UTEP volleyball libero and mathematics major, Alyssa Sianez, who hopes to teach middle school math, was chosen to be the GoTeach Dr. Pepper tuition giveaway program recipient.

[Photo] Alyssa Sianez: On the court and in the classroom

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor March 21, 2024

UTEP volleyball libero and mathematics major, Alyssa Sianez, who hopes to teach middle school math, was chosen to be the GoTeach Dr. Pepper tuition giveaway program recipient.

Marta Romeu Chen, balances her time between the classroom and the golf course.

[Photo] From heels to a helmet: The female engineer

Sofia Sierra, Web Editor March 20, 2024

Valeria Arellano

Students are met with long lines at the border after a long day of classes.

[Photo] Life in between two countries

Sofia Sierra, Web Editor March 11, 2024

Students are met with long lines at the border after a long day of classes.

UTEP Recreation center has two basketball courts for students to utilize in their free time.

[Photo] Climbing to new heights at UTEP Recreation Center

Nicholas Maes, Sports Editor March 11, 2024

UTEP Recreation center has two basketball courts for students to utilize in their free time.

Compared to Renaissance and Baroque music, this event brings the mix of incorporating Latin American music with a professor and student participating in the festival.

[Photo] A preview into the Early Music Latin America Festival

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor February 29, 2024

Compared to Renaissance and Baroque music, this event brings the mix of incorporating Latin American music with a professor and student participating in the festival.

Sometimes getting away from home means hanging out with your friends and creating memories that could last a lifetime.

[Photo] 7 things to do during spring break in El Paso

Alyda Muela, Contributor/Writer February 28, 2024

Sometimes getting away from home means hanging out with your friends and creating memories that could last a lifetime.

While the combination of romance and education seems like a luxury, some students prefer to not be in a relationship so they can strictly focus on themselves and their academics.

[Photo] Romance and academics

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor February 16, 2024

While the combination of romance and education seems like a luxury, some students prefer to not be in a relationship so they can strictly focus on themselves and their academics.

A ring held with a promise.

[Photo] Impress your boo with something to do for Valentines

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter February 15, 2024

A ring held with a promise.

Rodney Tawanda Ph.D admires his own art as it is on display for Black History Month

[Photo] A professor that lives and learns by love

Meagan Elizabeth García, Arts & Culture Editor February 14, 2024

Rodney Tawanda Ph.D poses mid-handstand at the Union Bridge

Xavier Butler races against the competition at a track meet on Jan 26.

UTEP track breaks records at Albuquerque Invitational

Gianluca Cuevas, Phtographer February 1, 2024

The UTEP indoor track team was ready to set the standard at the New Mexico Team Open at the Albuquerque Convention Center Jan. 26, and 27. From El Paso to four hours to Albuquerque, the only time that mattered was the record times they broke on the track....

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Renato Aguilera, Ph.D lead the team that found a promising compound to combat leukemia.

[Photo] UTEP research team laying the foundation for new cancer treatment

Erik Acosta, Editor-In-Chief January 25, 2024

Renato Aguilera, Ph.D lead the team that found a promising compound to combat leukemia.

20 current and former UTEP faculty members were recognized amongst the top two percent of the most cited researchers in the world.

UTEP faculty ranked amongst top researchers worldwide

Gianluca Cuevas, Photographer January 17, 2024

As research is a growing industry worldwide, researchers at UTEP are far from falling short of the top researchers in the world. UTEP was recognized among the top 2% of the most cited researchers worldwide in a distinguished list known as the Standford-Elsevier....

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Shakeen Hall-Smith sprints 200m.

[Photo] Olympians in Sun City

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

Shakeen Hall-Smith sprints 200m.

787coffee allows their customers to enjoy coffee imported from Puerto Rico.

[Photo] From businesses to brands and bars

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor January 16, 2024

787coffee allows their customers to enjoy coffee imported from Puerto Rico.

Fireworks erupt after Norte Dame routes Oregon State 40-8.

[Photo] Notre Dame Fighting Irish earn themselves a big bowl of Frosted Flakes

Joel Molina, Staff Photographer December 30, 2023

Norte Dame beats Oregon State University in El Paso, Texas.

Students who live on campus have all expenses from housing included in their tuition.

[Photo] Where accessibility and affordability meet: UTEP housing

Sofia Sierra, Staff Reporter December 7, 2023

Students who live on campus have all expenses from housing included in their tuition.

Redshirt sophomore Cade McConnell balances academics, personal life and becoming a new leader for the Miners.

[Photo] Juggling stadium lights, textbooks and teachers

Itzel Giron, Editor-in-Chief December 6, 2023

Redshirt sophomore Cade McConnell balances academics, personal life and becoming a new leader for the Miners.

Carmen Tellez and James Martinez sit down with The Prospector to share updates on the scholarship honoring the passing of their son, Diego Martinez.

[Photo] Love that will live on

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter December 6, 2023

Carmen Tellez and James Martinez sit down with The Prospector to share updates on the scholarship honoring the passing of their son, Diego Martinez.

President Dr. Heather Wilson stated she enjoys listening to Taylor Swift.

[Photo] A glimpse into the life of President Dr. Heather Wilson

Erik Acosta, Web Editor November 28, 2023

President Dr. Heather Wilson and Erik Acosta share a laugh together.

Wranglers player celebrates as he scores a goal

[Photo] The Rhinos break ice before freezing up for two weekend games

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter November 28, 2023

Rhino and Wrangler player design to settle their differences by throwing hands.

Tae Hardy takes flight at the Don.

[Photo] UTEP basketball shuts out USAO Drovers; sets school scoring record

Nicholas Maes, Contributor/Reporter November 13, 2023

Freshman forward Elijah Jones pulls up for a quick jump shot.

Shelves full of beauty products that promote skin care.

[Photo] Aging through a screen

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter October 26, 2023

Shelves full of beauty products that promote skin care.

Sophomore setter Mattie Gant goes up for the ball.

[Photo] UTEP volleyball sends LA Tech to the ‘doghouse’ in two home wins

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter October 24, 2023

Danika Washington changes the ball last minute and scores a point

Xiomara Lara-Dupuy goes in depth about the background of her name.

[Photo] Reclaiming their name and heritage

Elisha Nuñez, Staff Reporter October 13, 2023

Sheyliene Patolo recorded a season high of 73 minutes VS LA Tech as she notched up her lone goal of the season.

[Photo] The Prospector’s Student-Athlete of the Month: Sheyliene Patolo

Elisha Nuñez, Staff Reporter October 11, 2023

Sheyliene Patolo, a criminology major and player for UTEP’s soccer.

Outside hitter/middle blocker Alianza Darley jumps into the air to hit the ball during a set against FIU Oct. 7.

Volleyball busts out the brooms in series sweep against Florida International

Gianluca Cuevas, Photographer October 9, 2023

The UTEP volleyball team (13-6, C-USA 5-3) swept Florida International University (FIU) in a two- game series which took place Saturday, Oct. 7, and Sunday Oct. 8, at Memorial Gym.  The wins extended the team’s 5-0 home streak.    Game one    Set...

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Charlie Admas attempts a free kick from outside the box to try and break open the score.

[Photo] ‘Fatigued’ Locomotive play leads to underwhelming draw versus San Diego Loyal SC

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor October 7, 2023

Locomotive player asks the referee to show the yellow card as the San Diego player C. Guzman pleads to not get a yellow.

UTEP hosted the 2023-2024 Texas Western Gold Rush Aug. 28, at Centennial Plaza. This included performances from cheerleaders, UTEP staff, band, and round two of the Battle of the Bands which featured artists such as Interlude, Jett Black, and Sultanes Del Yonke.

[Photo] Texas Western Gold Rush

Eugenio Cantu, Contributor/Reporter September 8, 2023

Students grabbing their T-shirts for Texas Western Gold Rush Aug. 28.

Lady miners all go to hug Mina Rodriguez after her goal.

[Photo] UTEP soccer finds its footing versus the University of Incarnate Word Cardinals

H. Catching Marginot, Staff Reporter September 6, 2023

Forward leslie Gutierrez plays physical in attempt to save the ball leaving the pitch.

The season will start off with the Southeastern Louisiana Tournament with the Miners facing Washington University for their first game.  Photo courtesy of The Prospector archive

With UTEP volleyball’s season underway, new faces emerge under veteran wings

Gianluca Cuevas, Photographer September 1, 2023

After reaching the semifinals but falling short at the C-USA Finals in 2022 to Rice University, UTEP Volleyball kicked off the start of their 2023 season with a 4-set sweep exhibition game against Grand Canyon University, Aug. 19. The Miners were...

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RBD Preforms in El Paso Aug. 25, for the first time in 15 years

[Photo] The most anticipated reunion of the year: ‘Y Soy Rebelde’

Ruth Urquiza, Contributor/Reporter August 29, 2023

RBD get close to each other as they hear the El Paso crowd sing their songs

Street filled with bright lights from southwest university park.

[Photo] El Paso Chihuahuas set new hit record during series loss to Albuquerque Isotopes

Nicholas Maes, Staff Reporter August 30, 2023

Street filled with bright lights from southwest university park.

Stapleton looks towards the crowd and shares a smile with his fans.

ICYMI: Chris Stapleton in the Sun City

Gianluca Cuevas, Contributor May 29, 2023

Chris Stapleton kicked off his 2023 “All American Tour” March 16 and shortly made his way to El Paso to perform his fourth show off the tour, April 26. The El Paso show is said to have sold out in minutes with ticket resale prices reaching as high...

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Myra Villarreal is a first-generation student, graduating with a degree in kinesiology.

[Photo] First-generation student, soon to be graduate

Elisha Nuñez, Staff Reporter May 2, 2023

Myra Villarreal started her college education at UTEP in fall 2020.

Baker was named the 2023 Conference USA Co-Coach of the Year.

[Photo] BREAKING: Women’s basketball head coach Kevin Baker resigns

Katrina Villarreal, Multimedia Editor April 5, 2023

Baker was named the 2023 Conference USA Co-Coach of the Year.

Originally built in 1996, the Recreation Center offers students a space for weightlifting, swimming, running, take fitness classes and rock climbing, among others.

[Photo] Working out at the Rec Center

Nicholas Maes, Contributor April 1, 2023

Originally built in 1996, the Recreation Center offers students a space for weightlifting, swimming, running, take fitness classes and rock climbing, among others.

Lexi Morales in the batter's box as she awaits the pitch.

[Photo] The Prospector’s Student-Athlete of the Month: Alexia Morales

Erik Acosta, Staff Reporter March 22, 2023

Lexi Morales in the batter's box as she awaits the pitch.

Sophomore infielder Rylan Dooner is met at homeplate by the team to celebrate her homerun against the No. 4 Oklahoma State Cowgirls Sunday, Feb. 28 for the UTEP Softball Invitational at the Helen of Troy Softball Complex.

[Photo] Softball closes UTEP Invitational with loss to No. 4 Oklahoma State

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor March 1, 2023

Rylan Dooner applies a tag at second base in attempt to throw the runner out

UTEP Miners hosted the Buffalo University Bulls, New Mexico University Lobos, Santa Clara University Broncos and Texas Tech University Red Raiders Thursday Feb. 16 through 19. This tournament was dedicated to former UTEP President Diana Natalicio, Ph.D.

[Photo] Women’s softball strikes out

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor February 21, 2023

UTEP Miners hosted the Buffalo University Bulls, New Mexico University Lobos, Santa Clara University Broncos and Texas Tech University Red Raiders Thursday Feb. 16 through 19. This tournament was dedicated to former UTEP President Diana Natalicio, Ph.D....

A client looks through the assorted clothing for sale, at Vintage store located at 2727 N. Stanton St.

[Photo] Thrift store bringing in a new wave of consumers

Erik Acosta, Staff Reporter February 9, 2023

A wide shot of the THRFT store showing racks of clothing offering brand name products.

Junior guard Erin Wilson is fouled as she attempts a shot.

UTEP’s effort not enough against the Mean Green

Gianluca Cuevas, Contributor January 31, 2023

The UTEP women’s basketball team (13-6, 6-4 C-USA) faced the University of North Texas (UNT) (8-13, 5-6 C-USA) at the Don Haskins Center, Saturday, Jan 28. The Miners entered this game with an overtime win on the road.    Senior guard Jazion Jackson...

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Junior guard Avery Crouse attempts to add on to the lead with a three pointer.

[Photo] Miners pull a season sweep against LA Tech

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter January 10, 2023

Junior guard Avery Crouse attempts to add on to the lead with a three pointer.

Junior guard Tae Hardy with a jumping floater over two Rice defenders.

[Photo] Men’s basketball falls in dramatic overtime loss against Rice

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor January 2, 2023

Coach Joe Golding gives instructions to junior guard Mario McKinney Jr. And senior guard Shamar Givance after they forced overtime.

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