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The Prospector
Assayer of Student Opinion.

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Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector
Joseph Ezekiel Montero

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter

Joseph Ezekiel Montero is a staff reporter at the prospector. He is a senior studying multimedia journalism with a minor in film. Montero’s dream job is to work in media for either the NFL or MLB. 

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A player leaps to smash the ball during a mixed doubles match at El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament.

Sun Bowl Association hosts El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 14, 2025
The Sun Bowl Association hosted El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union. El Pasoans and players from the surrounding area battled it out in 39 separate divisions of El Paso’s largest pickleball tourney.
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While AI may be a beneficial tool, journalists should still double check information generated by AI.

AI in the world of journalism

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 11, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made its way into journalism. Creating story pitches, headlines and gathering data are now easier than ever. But should journalists have their guard up when using this technology?
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Customers can enjoy a delicious meal like an avocado toast, a barbacoa torta, brunchie burger or coffee with an immersive view of the bike shop at La Wheela.

Cycling through El Paso’s bike cafes

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 9, 2025
Bike cafes? Buying a bike, need repairs, even a meal or some coffee–both Podium Finish Sport Boutique & Cafe and La Wheela Bicycle Place are ready for any El Pasoan's needs.
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During the fall semester, UTEP has seven concurrent sports in season including volleyball, rifle, and football. Photo from The Prospector Archive

Being in the crowd is part of the UTEP experience

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 4, 2025
Sporting events are part of every college experience, and games at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) are no different. The roar of the crowd on a winning drive, the synchronized cheer after a 3-point shot made, or tense air in Memorial Gym on match point, these experiences can be enjoyed by all students at UTEP.
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Christian Garza, a student supervisor at UTEP's recreational center, helps manage the Leadership Challenge Course.

UTEP Student Recreation Center’s hidden gem

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025
Located behind UTEP Student Recreation Center’s, stands an impressive wooden structure that is part of the recreational sports department’s “Leadership Challenge Course” program. The recreation center’s challenge course is a program designed to help teams take an intentional look at group dynamics. Throughout the course participants work on teamwork, communication, planning and organization.
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Victor Sanchez is a master’s student in business administration currently serving as a teaching assistant in political science.

Advice to student from educators who once walked the UTEP campus

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025
Educators who embrace new students every semester at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) have once been in a lecture hall before, studied at the library for an exam. These educators spoke to The Prospector to share insightful advice to new and returning Miners.
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Locomotive player Ricky Ruiz won two fouls in his match with Phoenix FC.

El Paso Locomotive FC take on Phoenix Rising FC

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 26, 2025
El Paso Locomotive FC had its second home game of the season against Phoenix Rising FC. After a last-minute draw in its first match against the Colorado Switchbacks, the Locos continued their optimistic early season run.
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Many betting apps offer a cash-out option, allowing bettors to take a reduced payout before the final leg, parlay or bet is decided, helping lock in a win or limit losses.

The door to sports betting is closed for Texans, but can it be opened soon?

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 20, 2025
People see ads for sports betting companies and apps all throughout the media, but while the activity is legal in most U.S. states, Texas is still one of 11 yet to legalize sports betting.
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Students, faculty and staff are able to enjoy a free warm meal provided by "Pete's Plate", a collaboration between the UTEP Women's and Gender Studies Department and Mustard Seed Café.

Pete’s Plate Program provides meal alternatives to students and staff at UTEP

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 19, 2025
With a goal of helping students feel secure and supported, Pete’s Plates is a program run by the Women’s and Gender Studies department to provide students with free meals and other essential items.
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Originally starting as a means of transportation and exploration, rock climbing has evolved into not only a sport, but a recreational hobby practiced by many.

Climb to the top for spring break this year

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 14, 2025
With no spring break plans in order, some students may still be looking for a reason to get out of the house. If having fun, but staying active is your goal, rock climbing might be the perfect activity.
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UTEP football’s Jaylon Shelton was arrested on March 5. Photo courtesy of El Paso Police Department.

UTEP cornerback Jaylon Shelton arrested for charges of assault

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 8, 2025
Jaylon Shelton, cornerback for the UTEP football team was arrested on March 5 for an alleged assault.
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Certain map services like Google Maps have already begun calling the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America.

Controversy sparks following President Trump’s barring of the Associated Press from presidential affairs

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 7, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order to rename the “Gulf of Mexico” to the “Gulf of America.” Certain media outlets say they’ll continue the use of its original name, sparking controversy between Trump and some journalists.
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Quinn Hall houses the student organization, Red Turtle Cinema, who host weekly showings of movies.

Films and movies hidden from the public eye: The Red Turtle Cinema

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 26, 2025
The Red Turtle Cinema is a student organization at UTEP. They screen unique movies and films people don’t usually watch. Whether you are a casual movie watcher or a film buff, the club welcomes everyone.
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Assistant Coach Jareica Hughes is the fourth athlete from women's basketball to have her number retired at UTEP.

UTEP women’s basketball retires assistant coach Jareica Hughes No. 3 jersey

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 21, 2025
Jareica Hughes, assistant coach of The University of Texas at El Paso women’s basketball has had an incredible career in the sport. She received many awards as a student athlete playing for UTEP and now, as a coach, is getting her No. 3 jersey retired.
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Spider-Man swings onto Disney+ with ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 19, 2025
The favorite wall crawling superhero has a new show on Disney+. The show follows Peter Parker’s journey of great power and responsibility. With Spider-Man being beloved by many what do fans think about the character’s newest iteration?
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Super Bowl 59 will kickoff at 4:30 p.m. MST as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles. Photo courtesy of Your Golf Travel

NFL Conference Championship recap. What’s at stake for Super Bowl 59 and what plans do students have for Super Bowl Sunday?

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 9, 2025
The NFL’s Conference Round has concluded, with Super Bowl 59 upon us, what’s at stake for each team chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, and how do students plan to spend their Super Bowl Sunday?
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Attendees proudly display their new Dropshot Social merchandise while enjoying a night of pickleball.

America’s newest popular sport in the borderland: Dropshot Social

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • February 6, 2025
The rapidly growing sport of pickleball has become very popular throughout the U.S. With new players starting every day and old ones playing more, a pickleball social group in El Paso was made for everyone.
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Days leading up to the national ban of TikTok on Jan. 19, over three million Americans signed up for RedNote.

RedNote, the TikTok savior that wasn’t needed

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 29, 2025
On Jan.19 the national TikTok ban went into effect. Leaving many users in need of a new social media outlet. RedNote stepped in as the best replacement to fill the void. At least it was supposed to.
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Hotel Delirium is located at 6400 Airport Rd Building B.

El Paso’s escape from life into a new reality, Hotel Delirium

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 22, 2025
Hotel Delirium is a local escape room unique to El Paso. Owners Rachel and John Deslongchamps give El Pasoans an escape from the stress of daily life and allow them to travel into an immersive experience.
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The NFL Division Rounds will begin on Jan 18-19, to determine which teams will play in the conference championships. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

NFL Playoffs: Super Wild Card Weekend aftermath and student reaction

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • January 18, 2025
The NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend has come and gone. Let’s recap each game with major takeaways from the first round of playoffs of the 2024-25 season, and see what students think with the league going into the Divisional Round.
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