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New Mexico State will try to break UTEP four-win strak when they host them at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces, Sep. 14.

Miners seek fifth-straight win over Aggies

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor September 10, 2013

The UTEP Miners and the New Mexico State Aggies are set for the 91st edition of the Battle of I-10. UTEP currently holds a four-game winning streak over the Aggies. The last time both sides met in Las Cruces was in a close 16-10 win for the Miners...

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UTEP and NMSU began their rivalry in 1914, the rivalry will hit its centennial mark in 2014.

The 99-year history of the Battle of I-10

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

The 2013 season will bring another edition of the Battle of I-10 between the UTEP Miners and the New Mexico State Aggies. This heated rivalry is 99 years old and represents one of the biggest events for the cities of El Paso and Las Cruces. Aggie Memorial...

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Students support Suicide Prevention Week

There is a myth that suicide cannot be prevented, when in fact most suicides can. Most suicidal individuals desperately want to live, but they are unable to seek an alternative to their problems. They tend to give definitive warnings of their suicidal...

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Junior running back Nathan Jeffery escapes two Lobos defenders during the first quarter.

Kasey Carrier and the Lobos spoil Kugler’s debut

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

Head coach Sean Kugler experienced a bittersweet day as the Miners fell in his debut against their rivals, the New Mexico Lobos 42-35 in overtime. With a renewed rivalry, the Miners wanted to keep New Mexico’s streak of 15 years in Texas without...

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The Atheists began with Tanner Milroy after he realized there was no atheist organizaiton on campus. He decided to begin the group instead of joining the Student Government Association.

The Atheists use community service to expand, contribute

Javier Cortez, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

Ana Castro, sophomore math major, has been an atheist since she was in seventh grade. She said she felt out of place and uncomfortable about expressing her beliefs at that age, but has since found camaraderie on campus. The Atheists began in Oct. 2012,...

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Boba Fest is showcasing Daniel Logan (Boba Fett) on Sept. 21 at the Camino Real.

Boba fest comes to a galaxy near you

Nadia Garcia, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, an unaltered child clone named Boba Fett rescued his father figure, Jango, only to later witness his death by decapitation. Now Boba Fett, the bounty hunter from “Star Wars,” arises once again in El Paso...

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(Top) The Pill can be found on Amazon for $199. (Bottom) The Jawbone Jambox can be found on Amazon for $152..

The jawbone jambox vs. pill beats speakers

Jaime Quesada, Contributor September 10, 2013

Everything manufactured these days seems to be crafted for the sole purpose of making your life more portable. However, audio companies, Jawbone and Dr. Dre Beats have stepped up to make sure you never have to rely on your laptop or smartphone speakers...

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Erace3 is hosting its second annual Running Dead 5K race on Nov. 2 at Ascarate Park.

Running Dead zombies take over El Paso once more

Leonardo Montañez, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

Erace3 will be staging their Running Dead zombie race on Nov. 2 at Ascarate Park. According to Brian Guzman, spokesperson for Erace3, Running Dead El Paso is going to be an obstacle and flag race that wil gather funds for five different charities. “Running...

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The 9/11 exhibit will feature the front pages of The Prospector from Sept. 12 and Sept. 19, 2001.

Exhibit to open at Union Gallery in honor of 9/11 anniversary

Amanda Guillen, Staff Reporter September 10, 2013

The Union Gallery in the Union Building East will launch an exhibit in memoriam of the 12th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001. Event Services Coordinator Alexandra Garcia said that the Union Gallery is glad to have an event like this at the university. “This...

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Laura Rabara, senior nursing major and U.S. army veteran, receives counceling at the center. She served two tours in Iraq between 2005-06 and 2008-09.

Military Student Success Center grows with increased population

Kristopher Rivera, Copy Editor September 10, 2013

The Military Student Success Center has kept busy this summer since its opening in April after the center moved from its previous location at the Mike Loya Academic Services Building. About 30 to 40 student veterans filter through the office each day....

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Rebekah Herriot, sophomore digital media production major donates blood.

UTEP vs. NMSU blood drive goal higher than previous years

Kristopher Rivera, Copy Editor September 10, 2013

Monday afternoon marked the kick-off of the 10th annual I-10 college coalition effort between United Blood Services, UTEP and NMSU. It’s something that brings the two universities together to meet patient needs in the communities. “Whatever blood...

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Former secretary of state Hillary Clinton gives her support to military action in Syria at an unrelated event about wildlife trafficking. She said Syrian President Bashir al-Assad’s actions demand a strong response from the United States and other international leaders.

Clintons – mom and daughter – speak out about illegal wildlife trade

Jessica Wray September 9, 2013

WASHINGTON – Former secretary of state Hillary Clinton announced her support of action in Syria at an unrelated event Monday introducing a new wildlife trafficking advisory council. “The Assad regime’s inhuman use of weapons of mass destruction...

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