March 3, 2025
President Donald Trump signed an executive order “Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias” on Feb. 6. This will implement a Task Force initiative to reexamine existing law that may now be deemed anti-Christian and reinstate Christian values into the USA.
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February 19, 2025
The UTEP Women’s Volunteer Organization makes an impact by providing a safe space for women and offering a hand to those in need. President of the organization, Karmen Corona, keeps her grandfather’s legacy alive by creating a community of women to pay kindness forward.
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February 11, 2025
President Donald Trump started his administration by signing dozens of executive orders affecting immigration, climate, health care, the economy and much more.
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February 10, 2025
El Paso Animal Services has seen an increase of dogs and cats being sent into their shelters.
February 10, 2025
The El Paso community came together at Memorial Park on Wednesday, Jan. 29 to support immigrants in the current sociopolitical climate. Many shared stories, tears and resources to hold onto community during a rough era.
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Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Editor-in-Chief • March 5, 2025
Throughout the decades, women have existed in a world where the fight for individual rights, acceptance and equality is a constant reality. Women’s History Month started off as a weeklong celebration in Santa Rosa, Calif. in 1978, according to the National Women’s History Museum. Today, women are celebrated throughout March, and in El Paso, women from all backgrounds have spoken up to share their stories.
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H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 5, 2025
An intense back and forth between UTEP men’s basketball (17-12, 7-9 Conference USA) and the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (20-9, 11-5 Conference USA) took place on March 1. The Miners were tough to the end but a tight crucial layup from the Blue Raiders would secure the opposing team’s win in the final seconds of the game.
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Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • March 5, 2025
UTEP faculty received a memo on what to do in the event of an ICE raid on campus. An immigration lawyer and UTEP social justice organization share the importance of knowing your rights on campus.
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Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer • February 17, 2025
UTEP makes a major offensive push by signing Mark Cala and Joshua Eargle, two key additions set to play huge roles to elevate the team next season.
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Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 11, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter
The NFL’s Conference Round has concluded, with Super Bowl 59 upon us, what’s at stake for each team chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, and how do students plan to spend their Super Bowl Sunday?
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The NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend has come and gone. Let’s recap each game with major takeaways from the first round of playoffs of the 2024-25 season, and see what students think with the league going into the Divisional Round.
Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Staff Reporter
UTEP went to Las Cruces on a mission to avenge last year's loss to New Mexico State University and create hope for a fanbase desperate to believe. Despite a 24-7 deficit, the Miner’s mission was a success.
SalmaPaola Baca, Staff Photographer • February 13, 2025
Should couples still ask, “Will you be my Valentine?” Absolutely. This small yet meaningful tradition keeps romance alive, strengthens bonds and reminds partners that love is a choice worth celebrating.
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Evelyn Palma, Web & Copy Editor • February 12, 2025
My journey has been shaped by those who have supported me and by the many challenges I have faced along the way. As I step into this new role, I’m excited for what lies ahead, and I know that the best is yet to come.
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Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor • February 11, 2025
The Chief's desire to achieve the first Super Bowl three-peat was harrowingly denied by a flock of Eagles seeking revenge, and glory.
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Alyda Muela, Arts & Culture Editor • February 10, 2025
It’s only been a few months since my last introduction piece, but I’m back again–and it probably won’t be the last time. This time though, I have the honor of writing as the arts & culture editor.
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February 24, 2025
The Chuco Classic brought with it tightly contested fights, ranging from pro debuts, controversial draws, and even main event disappointment.
February 21, 2025
The Prospector asked UTEP students about how they see Valentine's Day. From their favorite memories, to current plans.
February 4, 2025
Policy changes aren’t just headlines—they impact real people, including UTEP students. The Prospector breaks down what President Trump's recent executive orders mean for El Paso, Texas.
January 24, 2025
UTEP kicked off their spring semester this week beginning Jan. 20. The Prospector's own Catching Marginot went around campus to ask students about their feelings, expectations, and hopes for the upcoming semester.
February 21, 2025
Hopping off the lyrics of Kendrick Lamar, there's no podcast like us. For the second episode of The Prospector Podcast Season 12, we talk about how shocking Super Bowl 59 was, halftime show, a new Spider-Man series on Disney+ and the Jazz scene around El Paso, Texas.
February 6, 2025
New host Sebastian Perez-Navarro, along with co-hosts Kristian Hernandez and Cameron Mason, guide the conversation from staff reporter Leah Austin's experience with the mayor, love, the border situation in El Paso, and UTEP Basketball.
November 11, 2024
Welcome back! This is Adam Regalado, your host of The Prospector Digest. In this episode we talk breast cancer awareness, "Death by Denim" and...
October 22, 2024
Hello and welcome back to The Prospector Digest. In this episode I talked to reporters and photographers about the stories The Prospector has...