Iziah Moreno

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Danika Washington, acing grades and breaking the barriers

Alyda Muela, Web Editor • December 13, 2024

Washington played her final home game being on the UTEP volleyball team on Nov. 23.

[Photo] Texas reclaims the I-10, UTEP beats NMSU in Las Cruces

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024

Cornerback Jaylon Shelton avoids tackle from an NMSU player on Nov. 30.

UTEP rifle breaks school record against Jacksonville State in fourth home match

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • November 21, 2024

UTEP rifle played against Jacksonville State in a two-day match up on Nov. 16-17, while the Miners dropped the first match, the second match exceeded expectations with the Miners setting multiple personal and school records in the process.

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What should El Pasoans know about gestational diabetes as the city faces rising diabetes rates

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • November 20, 2024

Diabetes is a disease most of the population is aware of, but what many are also unaware of is the projected growing trend of Diabetes, particularly in Gestational Diabetes. Gestational Diabetes is a form of Diabetes that presents itself during a pregnancy and has the potential to bring various risks to the mother and child.

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[Photo] UTEP women’s basketball soars above the Morehead State Eagles in second home game

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 14, 2024

Kayla Thornton watches a video presented for the retirement of her jersey alongside with family and current members of the team.

[Photo] Miners come down to the wire in homecoming double overtime nail-biter

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • November 12, 2024

Wide Receiver Kenny Odom saves the ball.

[Photo] Once a Pete, always a Pete: Former Paydirt Pete shares his journey

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 9, 2024

The name Paydirt Pete came around in 1974, after a contest to name the University Mascot.

[Photo] Death and Rebirth: Junk Approved hosts ‘Death by Denim’ fashion show

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024

Lars, a model for brand Feel the Sting, walks the runway in a custom piece.

[Photo] How mascots can improve campus morale

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024

With multiple versions of Pete's appearance in the past, the current version of Paydirt Pete debuted in 2004.

[Photo] UTEP’s costume contest brings Halloween spirit to campus in a showcase of creativity

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 6, 2024

Contestant dressed as Zoro from the popular anime, One Piece.

[Photo] UTEP club sports wait for their moment in the spotlight

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • November 1, 2024

Joshua Martines studies criminal justice at UTEP. He became president and captain after joining the team in January 2024.

[Photo] UTEP’s Ruth Jerubet named C-USA Athlete of the Week for two consecutive weeks

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • October 24, 2024

Jerubet has had a passion for running since 10 years old.

[Photo] Revival of “Dream Monster” in the Sun City

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Contributor/Writer • October 15, 2024

Martinez’s most recent mural is located at Del Norte Courts Motel.

[Photo] Soccer player embraces her culture through sport and her education

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Writer/Contributor • October 11, 2024

Leslie Gutierrez is a part of UTEP’s soccer team as a forward and a midfielder.

Two Door Cinema Club makes way to El Paso in sold-out show

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • October 11, 2024

Two Door Cinema Club returned to El Paso on Sept. 25 at the Plaza Theater along with their opener Petey for a sold-out show. The show is a part of their US and Canada tour, the biggest in their career.

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[Photo] Football falls to Sam Houston, remains winless at the Sun Bowl

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • October 9, 2024

Sam Houston avoids a tackle from UTEP.

[Photo] UTEP’s acceptance rate reflects the dedication to inclusivity and access to education for all

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • September 27, 2024

UTEP has an acceptance rate of 99.9%.

[Photo] Olympians & Paralympians in the 915

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • September 20, 2024

Niesha Burgher was born in Jamaica and represented her country and UTEP at the Olympics this year.

[Photo] The bright lights and blinding recruiters from reality: Women deserve to be in Showbiz

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter • September 20, 2024

Genesis Tanner is a senior who’s majoring in theater design and technology.

UTEP Celebrates 214th anniversary of Mexican Independance with El Grito Ceremony

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • September 20, 2024

In honor of Mexican Independence day, UTEP hosted its annual “El Grito” ceremony in Centennial Plaza. Guests included Cónsul General of México in El Paso, Mauricio Ibarra, color guard and military band of the Instituto Tecnologico de Ciudad Juarez, and others.

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[Photo] Discovering my passion for journalism and rising to lead El Paso’s largest newsroom

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • September 16, 2024

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela is the editor-in-chief for The Prospector.

[Photo] From Work-Study to Editor

SalmaPaola Baca, Photo Editor • September 13, 2024

SalmaPaola Baca is the photo editor for The Prospector.

UTEP Career Center hosts “Work at UTEP Job Fair,” an on-campus employment and networking opportunity open to UTEP students.

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • September 13, 2024

The UTEP Career Center held its Work at UTEP Job fair on Sept. 3 to Sept. 4, an event targeted towards offering jobs to students on campus that will work around student schedules.

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[Photo] To my younger self: You’re on the right path

Alyda Muela, Web Editor • September 12, 2024

Alyda Muela is the web and copy editor for The Prospector.

[Photo] In the middle of my journalism metamorphosis

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor • September 11, 2024

Sofia Sierra is the sports editor for The Prospector.

[Photo] A look inside the newest Rubin Center exhibit Mud + Corn + Stone + Blue at UTEP

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • September 4, 2024

Printed photographs being admired by guests.

[Photo] UTEP President Heather Wilson announced $12M research award, construction updates during Fall Convocation

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief • August 26, 2024

Several Teams were recognized by President Heather Wilson during her presentation.

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Co-producers and Co-hosts of Plaza Classic Podcast, Lisa Elliott & Stephanie Valle.

[Photo] EPA detected trace amounts of natural lithium in El Paso’s drinking water

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor • July 31, 2024

Lithium is an alkali metal that is used in different electrical items and is used for health treatments as well.

[Photo] Cool Canyon Nights bringing in attraction for its 14th season

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • July 10, 2024

Arreola started the event with a collection of his greatest songs.

A guide to Fourth of July: Celebrating and Safety

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • July 3, 2024

Fireworks in the night sky, cookouts, and everything decked out in red, white, and blue are a few things you can find this Independence Day. Here’s a few ideas of how to celebrate it and stay safe while doing it. Although popping fireworks on the...

[Photo] National Great Outdoors Month: the beauty and beat of the El Paso heat

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor • June 21, 2024

McKelligon Canyon is one of multiple places where people can enjoy National Great Outdoors month.

Extreme temperatures in El Paso: What to know

Iziah Moreno, Photo Editor • June 20, 2024

As days of summertime fun approach, it’s important to know how to stay safe in the heatduring triple digit temperatures. According to elpasoready.org, times of extreme heat will often result in the highest number of deaths among all weather-related...

[Photo] It’s time to go (Erik’s Version)

Erik Acosta, Editor-in-Chief • May 17, 2024

Erik graduated on May 11 with a bachelors in multimedia journalism.

[Photo] Introducing UTEP’s 2024 Top Ten Seniors

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • May 13, 2024

Garcia-Ledezma is actively involved in multiple organizations and clubs.

[Photo] ‘Mining’ towards a golden future

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Arts & Culture Editor • May 1, 2024

Amelia Guzman is a senior graduating with the class of 2024.

[Photo] Behind ‘Bella Luna’ Photo Studio’s mission toward empowering women

Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Arts & Culture Editor • April 17, 2024

Villa is also the in-house photographer of Bella Luna Photo Studio.

[Photo] Jump into ‘Junk Approved’ couture

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • April 2, 2024

‘Junk Approved’ uses recycled materials.

[Photo] IM NOVELTIES: Dynamic duo keeping downtown alive through a creative vision

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • March 20, 2024

Uniquely designed items like rings can be purchased at ‘IM NOVELTIES’.

[Photo] The unexplainable tales of UTEP spirits

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • March 13, 2024

There are multiple buildings on campus that people consider haunted.

[Photo] Students with disabilities continue to defy the odds at UTEP

Sofia Sierra, Web Editor • March 13, 2024

Vasquez found that reading was able to help him get through challenging times.

Letting the light in on the coquette style

Iziah Moreno, Contributor • February 13, 2024

There are two things the public cannot escape on TikTok right now, edits of Jacob Elordi and the coquette style. Coquette fashion has dominated the internet in the past couple of months, and as of right now, it looks like it’s not going anywhere. Lengthy...