The Prospector

[Photo] Centennial transformation brings new changes to campus life

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • June 9, 2015

UTEP hopes the new the new improvements to Centennial Plaza will provide an innovative and modern space for students to study, recreate, dine, and build community.

[Photo] Chihuahuas look to right the ship

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor • June 9, 2015

The El Paso Chihuahuas went 2-6 over their last home stand at Southwest University Park.

[Photo] Chihuahuas’ bats come alive, end losing streak

Luis Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • May 18, 2015

[Photo] UTEP team wins second place in Desal Prize competition

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor • May 5, 2015

UTEP professors and students placed second place in the Desal Prize, a Securing Water for Food Challenge.

[Photo] Student entrepreneur builds recipe for success

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2015

Modern Hookah is located by TI:ME at the Montecillo shopping center in West El Paso.

[Photo] Softball just misses tournament berth

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • May 5, 2015

UTEP first baseman Courtney Clayton attempts to make a catch.

[Photo] Art Junction studio ignites local artists creativity

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter • April 28, 2015

The Art Junction studio tour, which took place April 18 and 19, is located at 500 West Paisano St.

[Photo] UTEP looks for revenge after controversy

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • April 28, 2015

The UTEP softball team lost the final of three games against Marshall, even though the game was stopped early and the score was tied at seven.

[Photo] Chihuahuas firing on all cylinders

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor • April 28, 2015

Chihuahuas manager Pat Murphy talks to his players during a trip to the mound.

[Photo] Softball faces crucial home series

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • April 21, 2015

Sophomore Hope Moreno throws towards first base after getting an out at second.

[Photo] Shopping as therapy–or is it an addiction?

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • April 1, 2015

Shopping addiction affects six percent of the U.S. adult population and is frequently linked with mood swings and anxiety, which leads to the compulsion to spend money.

[Photo] “Tinder” now charges for dating app

Valerie Herrera, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2015

A student uses the app “Tinder” in between classes.

[Photo] Softball stumbles at NMSU, heads to road

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • March 24, 2015

The UTEP softball team will play the NMSU Aggies again on April 28 in El Paso.

[Photo] Softball travels to Las Cruces for Battle of I-10

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • March 17, 2015

The Miners’ softball team is 5-3 over its last eight games and 3-3 in Conference USA.

[Photo] Passport agency aids students for all travel

Stephanie Frescas, Contributor • March 3, 2015

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[Photo] The Faces of Homelessness conference

Jesus Lopez, Staff Reporter • February 23, 2015

Dr. Moya and participants prepare for the second conference of the State of the Homelessness Conference Series

[Photo] Juan Gabriel shakes it all off

February 18, 2015

[Photo] Juan Gabriel shakes it all off

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor • February 18, 2015

[Photo] Dating someone with children may not always be a dealbreaker

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter • February 10, 2015

For some, dating a single parent may evoke a fear of being unprepared for the relationship, or not wanting to settle down

[Photo] Local tattoo artists make their mark through exhibit

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter • February 3, 2015

“The Body as a Canvas: History and Influence of Tattoo Art” is located at The Union Gallery, on the second floor of the student union building.

UTEP hosts MLK celebration

Ruby Cerino, Staff Reporter • January 20, 2015

On Tuesday, Jan. 20 UTEP celebrated the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Student Engagement and Leadership Center hosted this celebration at the Union Plaza. Corey Bailey, director of the student engagement and leadership...

[Photo] Women’s basketball looks to bounce back at home

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • January 20, 2015

The UTEP women’s basketball team will host No. 24 Western Kentucky on Thursday Jan. 22 at the Don Haskins Center.

[Photo] Enrollment Services adds new extension to aid students’ registration

Ben Woolridge, Contributor • January 20, 2015

A student works at the Enrollment Services Center, which is located at the Mike Loya Academic Services Building.

[Photo] Miners outrebounded when it counts, lose to UTSA

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • January 17, 2015

[Photo] Miners hold off Owls, 2-0 in conference

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • January 4, 2015

[Photo] The present is dark but the future is bright for UTEP Volleyball

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor • December 2, 2014

Students switch classes by the Undergraduate Learning Center.

[Photo] Miners trounce NAU by 24

Jason Green, Staff Reporter • November 19, 2014

Freshman guard Lulu McKinney attempts a pass into the low post.

Student artists use talent to feed the hungry

Ruby Cerino, Staff Photographer • November 18, 2014

The Ceramic Art Student Association is planning to use its talents to give back to the community. CASA students have been collaborating with Hillside Coffee to form a ceramics drive. “We have worked all semester long making some really nice handcrafted...