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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Michaela Román

Michaela Román, Editor-in-Chief

Michaela is a Senior Digital Media Production major at The University of Texas at El Paso. As the Editor-in-Chief, and former Photo Editor of The Prospector, she has learned to stay organized, manage a staff of writers and photographers, meet deadlines, cover events and network with others. She also has freelance experience and a personal photography business. Michaela aspires to work as an editor for a large media outlet and one day go to graduate school to teach photojournalism.

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Morrissey performs for his fans at The Plaza Theater.

[Photo] Morrissey gives impressive yet unfinished performance

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter May 13, 2014

Morrissey performs for his fans at The Plaza Theater.

Starting pitcher Keyvius Sampson throws a fast ball against Isotopes during the fifth inning.

[Photo] Chihuahuas stomp Isotopes 10-2

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor May 12, 2014

Starting pitcher Keyvius Sampson throws a fast ball against Isotopes during the fifth inning.

Construction workers begin to repair damage.

[Photo] Water pipeline bursts, creates big fountain

Edwin Delgado and Aaron Montes May 12, 2014

Construction workers begin to repair damage.

Junior Davina Meza hits a serve a first serve at the El Paso Tennis Club.

[Photo] Meza finds immediate impact on the court

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter May 6, 2014

Junior Davina Meza hits a serve a first serve at the El Paso Tennis Club.

"Les Miserables" will have its last performance on May 25.

"Les Miserables" will have its last performance on May 25.

Infielder Cody Decker runs toward home plate.

[Photo] Chihuahuas roll past Rivercats to win first at home

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor May 2, 2014

9,395 fans saw the Chihuahuas win their first home game.

Students take part in the third-annual Miner Soak Down.

[Photo] Despite weather, the soak down of the century prevailed

Michaela Roman, Photo Editor April 30, 2014

Students take part in the third-annual Miner Soak Down.

Coach Keitha Adams talks about her successful coaching carer.

[Photo] Keitha Adams headlines El Paso Hall of Fame 2014 class

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor April 30, 2014

Coach Adams signs autographs for miner fans.

Christina Gonzalez designs costumes as a hobby that pertain to superheros or villan. Poison Ivy is one of her favorite costumes.

[Photo] Costume designing is taken to the next level

Amber Gomez, Staff Reporter April 29, 2014

Christina Gonzalez designs costumes as a hobby that pertain to superheros or villan. Poison Ivy is one of her favorite costumes.

The 60-ft.glass window created by local artist, Robert Davidoff, is one of four entrances to the Southwest University Ballpark.

[Photo] Ballpark art is a hit for El Pasoans

Lesly Limon, Staff Reporter April 29, 2014

The 60-ft.glass window created by local artist, Robert Davidoff, is one of four entrances to the Southwest University Ballpark.

Freshman distance runner Cosmas Boit, along Anthony Rotich, Abiola Onakoya and Daniel Tarango, earned gold in the distance medley relay.

[Photo] Usual suspects find success at Drake Relays

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter April 29, 2014

Freshman distance runner Cosmas Boit, along Anthony Rotich, Abiola Onakoya and Daniel Tarango, earned gold in the distance medley relay.

Manager Pat Murphy salutes the sold out crowd on opening day of the new ballpark.

[Photo] Play ball! Southwest University Park officially opens

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter April 28, 2014

Field seen from the stadium concourse.

Jaime Picks Up: Art

Jaime Quesada, Contributor April 27, 2014

Jaime makes an inspirational trailer for the struggle of an artistic douche. Afterwards he walks around campus asking students what their impressions of art are and it's role in society.

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Sprinter A-Shawni Mitchell sprints at Kidd Field during the UTEP Invitational on April 12.

[Photo] Track set to impress at Drake Relays

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter April 22, 2014

Sprinter A-Shawni Mitchell sprints at Kidd Field during the UTEP Invitational on April 12.

Jaime Picks Up Gender Wage Gap

Jaime Quesada April 18, 2014

Jaime goes out to question how the student body feels about the gender gap problem in America.

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CEO of ImpreMedia and prominent Hispanic professional, Monica Lozano, speaks about Hispanic prevalence in various fields during a Tuesday Centennial Lecture.

[Photo] CEO of Spanish-language media company discusses Hispanic influence during Lecture

Jasmine Aguilera, Editor-in-chief April 15, 2014

CEO of ImpreMedia and prominent Hispanic professional, Monica Lozano, speaks about Hispanic prevalence in various fields during a Tuesday Centennial Lecture.

Leo Aguirre, creator of the short film “El Fuego Detrás” will be making a trip to France for the Cannes Film Festival in May.

[Photo] Student to showcase short film at Cannes Film Fest in France

Helen Yip, Staff Reporter April 15, 2014

Leo Aguirre, creator of the short film “El Fuego Detrás” will be making a trip to France for the Cannes Film Festival in May.

Distance runner Anthony Rotich runs in the 1500-meters, followed by teammate Cosmas Boit. Rotich and Boit placed first and second, respectively, at the April 12 meet.

[Photo] Miners get top finishes at UTEP Invitational

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter April 15, 2014

Distance runner Anthony Rotich runs in the 1500-meters, followed by teammate Cosmas Boit. Rotich and Boit placed first and second, respectively, at the April 12 meet.

Sophomore running back Autrey Golden breaks a tackle from senior linebacker Anthony Puente during the Orange and Blue Game on April 11.

[Photo] Defense shines in spring game

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter April 15, 2014

Sophomore running back Autrey Golden breaks a tackle from senior linebacker Anthony Puente during the Orange and Blue Game on April 11.

Sophomore forward Angela Cutaia eludes a New Mexico Highlands defender at University Field on April 13.

[Photo] A strong finish to spring season

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor April 15, 2014

Sophomore forward Angela Cutaia eludes a New Mexico Highlands defender at University Field on April 13.

Panelists discuss the impact Chicano Journalism has in our country.

Panelists discuss the impact Chicano Journalism has in our country.

Director of the documentary 'Ruben Salazar: Man In The Middle' Philip Phillips talks about his experience making the film.

Director of the documentary 'Ruben Salazar: Man In The Middle' Philip Phillips talks about his experience making the film.

Sparkle Taylor (left), Cameasha Turner (middle) and Chrishauna Parker (right) celebrate 66-63 victory over South Dakota State on April 2.

[Photo] Record-setting season comes to a close

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter April 8, 2014

Sparkle Taylor (left), Cameasha Turner (middle) and Chrishauna Parker (right) celebrate 66-63 victory over South Dakota State on April 2.

Freshman Criminal Justice major Stacy Shearman observes art.

Freshman Criminal Justice major Stacy Shearman observes art.

Senior Thornton, Willingham and Vitola get the WNIT runners-up trophy

[Photo] Rutgers break UTEP hearts with 56-54 win in WNIT Final

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter April 5, 2014

Kayla Thornton says good bye to all the fans after the loss.

Nash would have been UTEP women’s basketball’s senior leader on the court in 2017, instead, she found herself in federal court.

[Photo] UTEP defeats South Dakota State 66-63 in WNIT semifinal

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter April 2, 2014

Sophomore Cameasha Turner is introduced.

Athletes go through many hours of conditioning before being ready to compete.

[Photo] Trainers crucial for student athletes

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter April 1, 2014

Athletes go through many hours of conditioning before being ready to compete.

Cameasha Turner elated after defeating Washington.

[Photo] UTEP takes down Washington, moves on to WNIT Final Four

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter March 31, 2014

Cameasha Turner elated after defeating Washington.

Kelli Willingham attempts a layup up over Buffs defender Arielle Roberson.

[Photo] UTEP takes down Colorado 68-60 to advance to WNIT quarterfinals

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter March 28, 2014

Kelli Willingham attempts a layup up over Buffs defender Arielle Roberson.

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