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Performances of “Taming of the Shrew” will be shown on October 23, 24, 25 and 26 at the Wise Family Theater.

‘Taming of the Shrew’ stays true to Shakespeare in modern adaptation

Joseph Esposito, Staff Reporter October 21, 2014

There’s nothing quite like the looks on the audiences’ faces as they watch the cast of Chuck Gorden’s rendition of “The Taming of the Shrew” swing chairs and scream their lungs out at each other on the stage of UTEP’s Wise Family Theatre. The...

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Haunted Campus will take place at 6 p.m. Oct. 23-24 at the Peter and Margaret de Wetter Center (Alumni Lodge).

Haunted campus dolls up for Halloween theme

Joseph Esposito, Staff Reporter October 21, 2014

The UTEP Student Alumni Association will be hosting their annual Haunted Campus event on Oct. 23 and 24. Attendees will be guided through the haunted buildings on campus after dark, finishing at a haunted house created by the association. “We’re...

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Senior center back Hannah Asuchak attempts to steal the ball from a UTSA midfielder.

Miners still in contention as regular season comes to a close

Luis Gonzalez, Copy Editor October 21, 2014

The UTEP women’s soccer team will begin another pivotal week of competition after winning big this weekend. The Miners hosted UTSA on Sunday and shut them out on their way to a 2-0 victory at University Field, which secured another double-digit win...

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Beware the Snappening

Beware the Snappening

Michaela Roman, Photo Editor October 14, 2014

If you think you’re making the right call by sending nudes or inappropriate pictures through Snapchat, think again. In today’s world, the new norm is to document our daily lives, and social networks have provided many options for that with outlets...

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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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