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The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Take Care of yourselves Women

Take Care of yourselves Women

Maria Esquinca, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

The color pink, especially in October, has become emblematic of breast cancer awareness, but its bright hue is offset by the dreariness of statistics related to the disease. According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, it’s estimated that in 2014 there...

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Mosquitoes pose health risk, experts provide advice

Mosquitoes pose health risk, experts provide advice

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

Mosquitoes are nothing new to the city, but with alarming increased rates of mosquito bite-related diseases, warnings have been sent out to the public in order to maintain their health and safety. Mosquitoes are a common carrier of various diseases that...

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“The Taming of the Shrew” will open Oct. 17 at the Wise Family Theater.

Wise Family Theatre to premiere shrewd Shakespearean production

Joseph Esposito, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

The UTEP Department of Theatre and Dance will be hosting their first play of the semester, “The Taming of the Shrew,” which will open on Oct. 17 at the Wise Family Theatre. “The play will absolutely be a success, the center section and front row...

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Local comics featured at event

Kimberly Valle, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

It’s time to search through your closets, dust off your old comic books and action figures, because a comic book convention will be hosted at 6 p.m. on Oct. 18. The event will take place at the Joe Vinny & Bronson’s Bohemian Café, located at...

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UTEP alum finds inspiration in found objects

Kimberly Valle, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

With the help of many artistic students from the university, it is becoming a tradition for the community to showcase artistic structures all over town. Over the last several years, the city has been developing its artistic reputation. Alejandro Almanza...

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President Barack Obama will delay immigration reform until after elections.

Students voice opinion on delayed immigration action

Amanda Guillen, Managing Editor/Multimedia Editor October 14, 2014

Voters affected by immigration issues may be torn at the polls with the upcoming midterm elections just around the corner and a delay of immigration action at the forefront. Students on both sides of the political spectrum have come together to voice...

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The Miners rush offense ranks third in Conference USA.

Miner backfield full of depth

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 14, 2014

At homecoming, the UTEP football team found its footing again after a deplorable showing on the road the past two weeks. They found their success on the basis of their running attack, and the Miners now seem to be off life support. Starting in 2013,...

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The Miners rush offense ranks third in Conference USA.

Miners look to bye week for extra preparation

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

After a strong win against Old Dominion at home, the Miners find themselves alive in conference play with a 1-1 record, and a 3-3 record overall. The 42-35 win over Old Dominion was bigger than just a homecoming win, more importantly, it was a win that...

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November ballot to include prop for highway funds

November ballot to include prop for highway funds

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

Construction, construction, construction—it seems it never ends on campus and throughout the city. A new proposition may mean El Paso may see a lot more construction in the years to come. Come Nov. 4, voters in the general election will have the option...

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The Miners are currently in a four-way tie for third place in Conference USA.

Miners ready for last home stand of the season

Luis Gonzalez, Copy Editor October 14, 2014

The UTEP women’s soccer team has now gone into overtime in six of their last seven games after a win and a tie on the road this weekend against Western Kentucky and Marshall, respectively. The Miners now prepare for their last home stand of the year,...

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The UTEP men’s basketball team is predicted to finished second and conference, whereas the women’s team are predicted to finish fourth.

It Doesn’t Matter What Other Coaches Think

Jason Green, Contributor October 14, 2014

Conference USA released the league’s preseason rankings last week. Voted on by the league’s coaches, the UTEP men’s basketball team was picked to finish second, behind Louisiana Tech. I understand that coach Tim Floyd gets to submit his preseason...

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UTEP head coach Tim Floyd instructs his team on a drill.

New look Miners are hungry for glory in 2014-15 season

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 7, 2014

Yesterday, the UTEP men’s basketball team conducted their first practice of the 2014-15 season, at the Foster Stevens Basketball Complex. After a season of trials and tribulations, the men’s team is ready for the new season with a team that is full...

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