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How sweet it is, the domination of a rival

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor • September 16, 2014

In football, every win is counted the same. It does not matter if you win with a game-winning field goal or a 30-point blowout—a win is a win. But there is one exception to that rule. When it comes to rivalry games, the complexity of the game changes. Defeating...

UTEP celebrates Hispanic heritage

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter • September 16, 2014

UTEP is well into celebrating Hispanic heritage. The celebration began in late August and will continue into early November. Traditionally, Hispanic Heritage Month takes place between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15. The celebration encompasses presentations on...

Third time’s a charm

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor • September 16, 2014

For the third time this year, women’s tennis has a new coach, forcing them to start over once again. Three coaches in less than one year is not a methodology that UTEP tennis is practicing by choice, but luck has not been on the Miners’ side. Former...

Collegiate sports, a job in itself

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter • September 16, 2014

Between midterms, essays and 15 class hours per week, many would consider being a student as a part-time job. Mix in practice, weight sessions, going out of town to that equation, and you’ve got yourself a full-time job. There is no doubt a student-athlete’s...

UTEP alumn offers a new way to wake up

Kimberly Valle, Staff Reporter • September 16, 2014

A new coffeeshop is coming soon as Stacking of the Coffee Box brings a unique touch in the city’s downtown area. It is set to open UTEP alumni, Nahum Avila and Miguel Veloz co-owners of the Stacking of the Coffee Box, teamed up on and came up with...

Eating like a professional does the job

Joseph Esposito, Contributor • September 16, 2014

Preparing for a job interview takes more than dressing your best and reciting a few lines before setting foot into what will hopefully be your future workplace. In fact, studies have been conducted in order to determine what foods make the best choices...

Students struggle to erase the tattoo stigma

Matthew Euzarraga, Contributor • September 16, 2014

According to a 2013 survey done by the Center for Professional Excellence at York College of Pennsylvania, 61 percent of human resource managers said tattoos would hurt a job applicant’s chances. There are exceptions in tattoo-friendly companies such...

Religious vocations also a career option

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter • September 16, 2014

A religious vocational calling has some students tackling on more than the usual college tasks. Although it may seem rare, these students seek to serve the church while pursuing their college degrees. These students follow up their college education...

The Prospector News Weekly (Sports) Sept. 15, 2014

Luis Barrio, Staff Reporter • September 15, 2014

A day of remembrance- UTEP reflects on September 11

Amanda Guillen, Managing Editor/Multimedia Editor • September 11, 2014

From a fire in the middle of the night

Jaime Quesada, Contributor • September 9, 2014

UTEP has a rich and extensive history, which is expected from an establishment reaching its 100-year anniversary. Metallurgy was a big draw in the city of El Paso and the idea of a school of mines had started to see light in 1910 after years of discussion....

New Mexico governor visits UTEP to encourage young voters

Cristina Esquivel, Staff photographer • September 8, 2014

New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez spoke Saturday, Sept. 6, at UTEP about her political career and encouraged young people to get involved in the political process. “She is trying to encourage people to be more politically active, because young...