The Prospector

UTEP professor among astronaut semifinalists

Rene Delgadillo, Staff reporter • August 24, 2016

Jose Hurtado, a UTEP professor of geological sciences, is among the astronaut semifinalists of the selection process for NASA'S astronaut corps. Out of the original 18,300 applicants, Hurtado is among the best 120 who are looking forward to flying...

UTEP gems shine bright on campus

Ashley Muñoz, Contributor • September 9, 2014

Old Main Building The building was constructed in 1917 and was part of the first five original buildings when UTEP was first taking shape. The building (still standing today on Circle Drive) housed a small library and snack bar until 1920. Old...