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Michael Cuviello

Michael Cuviello

Michael Cuviello is a multimedia journalism student at UTEP. He currently serves The Prospector at Sports Editor and reporter. During the summer 2020, he led the publication as Editor-In-Chief where he helped cover Black Lives Matter protests and the University’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Locomotive defense tries to chase down  an attacking  New Mexico player on  a rain drenched Southwest University Field July 24,2020

[Photo] Locomotive loses first game of 2020 season

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor July 25, 2020

The Locomotive defense tries to chase down an attacking New Mexico player on a rain drenched Southwest University Field July 24,2020

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado trips up opposing New Mexico player with his footwork versus the United July 15, 2020.

Locomotive look to stay undefeated in a rematch with New Mexico United

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 23, 2020

The undefeated El Paso Locomotive (1-0-2) take on its group second place team New Mexico United (1-1-1) this Friday, June 24, in a rematch of the July 15 matchup that resulted in a 2-2 draw.  In its previous matchup with New Mexico, the Locomotive...

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Locomotive defender Bryam Rebellon takes to air to set a pass to teammate verus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive and New Mexico United survive impending severe weather, battle to a draw

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 16, 2020

On a severely overcast Wednesday night, the El Paso Locomotive struggled to get clean shots on goal for most of the match coming up scoreless in the second half playing  New Mexico United to a draw 2-2.  “We are unbeaten in three, we had the...

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Locomotive defender Andrew Fox sets up to score the second goal of the contest on a bounce-back shot for El Paso versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Locomotive defender Andrew Fox sets up to score the second goal of the contest on a bounce-back shot for El Paso versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado tips ball past a diving United goalkeeper for the  first El Paso score versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado tips ball past a diving United goalkeeper for the first El Paso score versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielders Nick Ross and Richie Ryan  try to zero in on ball versus New mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielders Nick Ross and Richie Ryan try to zero in on ball versus New mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado tips ball past a diving United goalkeeper for the  first El Paso score versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado tips ball past a diving United goalkeeper for the first El Paso score versus New Mexico july 15, 2020.

Logomotive goalkeeper Logan Ketterer stops United rally versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Logomotive goalkeeper Logan Ketterer stops United rally versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive defender Andrew Fox dibbles ball downfield as he looks for passing options versus New Mexico July 15,2020.

Locomotive defender Andrew Fox dibbles ball downfield as he looks for passing options versus New Mexico July 15,2020.

Locomotive players look on as New Mexico pushes ball downfield  July 15, 2020.

Locomotive players look on as New Mexico pushes ball downfield July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Richie Ryan prepares to pass downfield versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Richie Ryan prepares to pass downfield versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive defender Andrew Fox tries to set up play versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive defender Andrew Fox tries to set up play versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado attempts to chase down New Mexico player versus United July 15, 2020.

Locomotive forward Omar Salgado attempts to chase down New Mexico player versus United July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross attempts to defend pass versus New Mexico United July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross attempts to defend pass versus New Mexico United July 15, 2020.

Storm clouds hover over Southwest University Stadium during match between the El Paso Locomotive and New Mexico United Wednesday July 15, 2020.

Storm clouds hover over Southwest University Stadium during match between the El Paso Locomotive and New Mexico United Wednesday July 15, 2020.

New Mexico goalkeeper  fights to keep header from reaching his goal by forward Omar Salagado July 15, 2020.

New Mexico goalkeeper fights to keep header from reaching his goal by forward Omar Salagado July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross controls pass from teammate as referee tries to clear a path versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross controls pass from teammate as referee tries to clear a path versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

locomotive forward Omar Saldano makes a last ditch effort to create a score  in the closing seconds versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

locomotive forward Omar Saldano makes a last ditch effort to create a score in the closing seconds versus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

El Paso midfielder Dylan Mares penetrates the RIo Grande defense taking an opposing player off his feet with his footwork Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive take on group rival New Mexico United

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 15, 2020

The El Paso Locomotive (1-0-1) takes on cross-state rival New Mexico United (1-1) tonight at 7 p.m. at Southwest University Stadium in a crucial matchup that will determine first place in Group C.    Both teams are coming off wins in the return of...

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Trump administration backs down on barring online only instruction policy for international students in U.S.

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 14, 2020

The Trump administration rescinded its policy barring international students from attending colleges in an only format and staying in the United States (U.S) a U.S. District Judge announced today according to CNN. After last week announcing through...

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Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross moves the ball downfield versus Rio Grande Valley Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Nick Ross moves the ball downfield versus Rio Grande Valley Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive midfielder Distel Zola heads the ball  over a crowd of Rio Grande Valley defenders in a 1-0 victory over the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

[Photo] Locomotive’s smothering defense produces win over Rio Grande in USL return

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 12, 2020

Stands devoid of fans during the El Paso Locomotive's first game of the season due to COVID-19 concerns Saturday July 11, 2020.

The locomotives take the field for the first time in 2020 at Southwest University Park versus Rio Grande Valley
Saturday July 11, 2020.

The locomotives take the field for the first time in 2020 at Southwest University Park versus Rio Grande Valley Saturday July 11, 2020.

El Paso Locomotives set up cardboard cutouts of fans for their first match of the season versus Rio Grande Valley played without fans due to COVID-19 concerns July 11, 2020

El Paso Locomotives set up cardboard cutouts of fans for their first match of the season versus Rio Grande Valley played without fans due to COVID-19 concerns July 11, 2020

Locomotive players celebrate midfielder Dylan Mares' goal at the 83 minute mark of the match versus the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive players celebrate midfielder Dylan Mares' goal at the 83 minute mark of the match versus the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

Midfielder Dylan Mares and teammates look on as the ball flies into the net for their first goal of the season versus the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

Midfielder Dylan Mares and teammates look on as the ball flies into the net for their first goal of the season versus the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

locomotive midfielder Dylan Mares takes a free kick versus Rio Grande valley Saturday July 11, 2020

locomotive midfielder Dylan Mares takes a free kick versus Rio Grande valley Saturday July 11, 2020

El Paso midfielder Bryam Rebellion fights through opponents body block versus the Rio Grande Valley Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

El Paso midfielder Bryam Rebellion fights through opponents body block versus the Rio Grande Valley Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive defender Bryam Rebellion fights off Toro defender during opening season 1-0 victory Saturday, July 11, 2020.

Locomotive defender Bryam Rebellion fights off Toro defender during opening season 1-0 victory Saturday, July 11, 2020.

UTEP announces updated fall 2020 course schedule

UTEP announces updated fall 2020 course schedule

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 10, 2020

UTEP released an updated fall 2020 Course schedule announcement from Heather Wilson on Tuesday July 7, outlining that the university will shift to more hybrid and online options over traditional in-person classes on campus.  Students should go to...

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UTEP issues statement about changes from Homeland Security on foreign students

UTEP issues statement about changes from Homeland Security on foreign students

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 9, 2020

UTEP issued a statement Monday June 6, in response to changes in rules for international students issued by Homeland Security. In the statement, the university said that it would work individually with each student on their course schedule to meet federal...

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UTEP Junior forward Jo Jo Ngongo takes a hard slide to strip ball from Southern Miss Oct. 20, 2019.

[Photo] UTEP soccer releases 2020 home schedule

July 8, 2020

UTEP Junior forward Jo Jo Ngongo takes a hard slide to strip ball from Southern Miss Oct. 20, 2019.

Protesters hold up signs outside of Fort Bliss to demand justice for missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

El Pasoans march to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 5, 2020

Around 75 protesters gathered just as the sun was going down in Grandview Park Saturday, July 4 and marched to Fort Bliss, demanding justice for the inaction of the military in the disappearance of Vanessa Guillen. Guillen is presumed dead after going...

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Protesters led by Guadalupe Gayton depart Grandview Park to march to Fort Bliss to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters led by Guadalupe Gayton depart Grandview Park to march to Fort Bliss to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march down McKinly Avenue towards Fort Bliss to get justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march down McKinly Avenue towards Fort Bliss to get justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march down McKinly Avenue towards Fort Bliss to get justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march down McKinly Avenue towards Fort Bliss to get justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march from Grandview Park to Cassidy Gate  outside of Fort Bliss in a  march for justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march from Grandview Park to Cassidy Gate outside of Fort Bliss in a march for justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protester lays down a candle at the edge of the Fort Bliss fence in a memorial to Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protester lays down a candle at the edge of the Fort Bliss fence in a memorial to Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

A member of the local Brown Berets holds a United States flag upside down in a protets for justice of Vanessa Guillen outside of Fort Bliss July 4, 2020.

A member of the local Brown Berets holds a United States flag upside down in a protets for justice of Vanessa Guillen outside of Fort Bliss July 4, 2020.

Guadalupe Gayton speaks to crowd  of protesters at Fort Bliss Gate in support of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Guadalupe Gayton speaks to crowd of protesters at Fort Bliss Gate in support of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold a messaged United States flag in distress outside of Cassidy Gate to Fort Bliss July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold a messaged United States flag in distress outside of Cassidy Gate to Fort Bliss July 4, 2020.

Protesters light candles outside of Fort Bliss Cassidy Gate during protest for justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters light candles outside of Fort Bliss Cassidy Gate during protest for justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Monica Brown lights candles for Vanessa Guillen on the Fort Bliss fence during a protest for justice July 4, 2020.

Monica Brown lights candles for Vanessa Guillen on the Fort Bliss fence during a protest for justice July 4, 2020.

Syvia Galvan a military spouse stands outside of Cassidy Gate of Fort Bliss to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen during protest July 4, 2020.

Syvia Galvan a military spouse stands outside of Cassidy Gate of Fort Bliss to demand justice for Vanessa Guillen during protest July 4, 2020.

Protesters stand outside of Cassidy Gate of Fort Bliss holding signs in support of Vanessa Guillen, a missing Fort Hood soldier presumed murdered July 4, 2020.

Protesters stand outside of Cassidy Gate of Fort Bliss holding signs in support of Vanessa Guillen, a missing Fort Hood soldier presumed murdered July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold up signs at Cassidy Gate outside of Fort Bliss demanding justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold up signs at Cassidy Gate outside of Fort Bliss demanding justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold up signs at Cassidy Gate outside of Fort Bliss demanding justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters hold up signs at Cassidy Gate outside of Fort Bliss demanding justice in the suspected murder of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march across the overpass of Highway 54 towards Fort Bliss entrance during march for justice of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

Protesters march across the overpass of Highway 54 towards Fort Bliss entrance during march for justice of Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

One of the protest organzizers Nubia Legarda, addresses crowd  at Grandview Park in El Paso during march for justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

One of the protest organzizers Nubia Legarda, addresses crowd at Grandview Park in El Paso during march for justice for Vanessa Guillen July 4, 2020.

UTEP senior Kierra Lopez-Robinson sets up her mobile library for her program she calls " Readvolution" during a Juneteenth event in Northeast El Paso June 19, 2020

UTEP student starts a ‘readvolution’ with free books about race, identity

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 4, 2020

After attending her first protest following the death of George Floyd at the hands of police, Kierra Lopez-Robinson was motivated to contribute to the movement. Inspired by the community’s response to police brutality and systematic racism, her mobile...

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The crowd pays respect for the loss of Private First Class Vanessa Guillen during candlelight Vigil at Tobin Park July 2,2020.

Candlelight vigil held at Tobin Park for missing Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 3, 2020

El Pasoans turned out at Tobin Park in Northeast El Paso to honor Private First Class Vanessa Guillen, who is presumed dead since going missing April 22, 2020 from Fort Hood Army base. Around 75 people turned out in remembrance of Guillen, including...

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IN REVIEW: ‘Disclosure’: An eye-opening perspective on Hollywood transgender portrayals

IN REVIEW: ‘Disclosure’: An eye-opening perspective on Hollywood transgender portrayals

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 1, 2020

The new Netflix documentary  “Disclosure” from Sam Feder delivers a fresh hard look at how transgender representation in television and film has been depicted over the years.  Since the very beginning of cinema, films have used broad stereotypes...

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Police standby ready with full riot gear in Downtown El Paso in response to protest June 2, 2020.

[Photo] UTEP Criminal Justice professor speaks on police brutality, defunding the police

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Entertainment Editor June 29, 2020

Police standby ready with full riot gear in Downtown El Paso in response to protest June 2, 2020.

City of El Paso changes course and delays openings of Zoo and Museums

City of El Paso changes course and delays openings of Zoo and Museums

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief June 28, 2020

Days before zoos, museums and other quality of life services were scheduled to reopen, the city of El Paso postponed the reopening due to spike in COVID-19 cases.   The state of Texas has averaged over 5,500 new cases a day for the past...

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Governor Abbott closes bars again due to surge in COVID-19 cases

Governor Abbott closes bars again due to surge in COVID-19 cases

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief June 26, 2020

In a new executive order released today, Texas Governor Greg Abbott mandated that all bars be closed and that restaurants scale back occupancy rates to 50% from the previous 75% by June 29.   This order follows a report that shows Texas...

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A woman pays her respects to the victims of Aug. 3, 2019 mass shooting at Cielo Vista Walmart.

[Photo] El Paso Walmart shooter indicted for additional death

June 25, 2020

A woman pays her respects to the victims of Aug. 3, 2019 mass shooting at Cielo Vista Walmart.

Local protesters gather in  Armijo Park near the U.S. Mexico border in Downtown El  Paso 21 June, 2020.

Locals gather for protest to defund police in Armijo Park

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief June 24, 2020

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DzNSSi-aTI&t=7s A group of about 30 El Pasoans gathered near Downtown El Paso in Armijo Park to protest police violence on people of color Sunday June 21.   Originally scheduled as  a march the crowd gathered...

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Organizer Lisa Laslor  leads protesters  in march on outskirts of Veterans Park along Rushing Road during Juneteenth Rally Saturday June 19, 2020.

[Photo] El Paso celebrates Juneteenth by marching for racial justice

Anahy Diaz, Editor June 20, 2020

Protesters march around Veterans park to support defunding police and Black Lives Matter June 19, 2020.

Protesters march through Downtown El Paso in the "Queer Solidarity March" June 13. 2020.

LGBTQI community come together for ‘Queer Solidarity March’ in Downtown El Paso

Protesters gathered in Cleveland Square Park for the “Queer Solidarity March” through Downtown El Paso Saturday night June 14 for a peaceful protest against police brutality and systematic racism. With a group of about 100 participants, the...

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Protesters cross Oregon Street  shoutting " Trans Lives matter'" during Queer Solidarity March" as they gather in San Jacinto Plaza June 13, 2020.

Protesters cross Oregon Street shoutting " Trans Lives matter'" during Queer Solidarity March" as they gather in San Jacinto Plaza June 13, 2020.

Protesters walk through Downtown El Paso during " Queer Solidarity March" displaying support for Black and Queer community June 13, 2020.

Protesters walk through Downtown El Paso during " Queer Solidarity March" displaying support for Black and Queer community June 13, 2020.

Protesters march through Downtown El Paso in the "Queer Solidarity March" June 13. 2020.

Protesters march through Downtown El Paso in the "Queer Solidarity March" June 13. 2020.

Protester gives speech at Cleveland Square in Downtown El Paso at "Queer Solidarity March" June 13, 2020.

Protester gives speech at Cleveland Square in Downtown El Paso at "Queer Solidarity March" June 13, 2020.

Joshua Yrobalii, speaks to the crowd at Cleveland Square at "Queer Solidarity March" June 13, 2020.

Joshua Yrobalii, speaks to the crowd at Cleveland Square at "Queer Solidarity March" June 13, 2020.

Members of the LGBTQI community and others protest in the "Queer Solidarity March" in Downtown El Paso June 13, 2020.

Members of the LGBTQI community and others protest in the "Queer Solidarity March" in Downtown El Paso June 13, 2020.

Protesters join in a group line dance during "Queer Solidarity  March " in Downtown El Paso June 13, 2020.

Protesters join in a group line dance during "Queer Solidarity March " in Downtown El Paso June 13, 2020.

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