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Tuition, immigration hot topics at State of the Union address

WASHINGTON – Somewhere in between the one-hour-and-four-minute State of the Union address, President Barack Obama spoke on the ongoing issue that surrounds students on campuses around the nation. "When kids do graduate, the most daunting challenge can be the cost of college," Obama said. Full story

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‘Dralion’ puts a unique spin on the elements

Cirque Du Soleil returns to the Don Haskins Center

Cirque du Soleil has found a way to make a person fly without wings on multiple occasions and from Feb. 15-19, they will be performing "Dralion" at the Don Haskin Center. The group is known world-wide for its theatrical performances that have showcased in front of audiences all over the globe in cities such as Paris and Sydney. Full story

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All in the family

‘Mama/papa’ technique helps recruit players to UTEP

Whether it's appealing to the city, the tradition or style of play, every collegiate program has a different style of recruiting high school athletes for every sport. For the Miners' softball program, family comes first, because being a part of the roster is like being part of a family of 20 siblings, parented by co-head coaches and spouses James and Kathleen Rodriguez. Full story

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January 26, 2012 Cartoon

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Political candidates plan on reforming federal aid

For many students, federal financial aid is the only resource available to cover the cost of a higher education. According to UTEP's financial aid website, over 60 percent of the university's students receive financial aid, either through grants, loans or work-study.

Beyond Jeopardy: putting Watson to work is a hit with students

He is part of a team that contributed to the creation of Watson, a supercomputer that astonished the world when it competed on and won the popular game show Jeopardy and he was also the latest speaker in UTEP's Centennial Lecture Series, Beyond Jeopardy.

Mexico’s July presidential election may put PRI back in power

WASHINGTON – The United States isn't the only country facing a contentious presidential election this year. Mexico will elect a new president in July, and some experts think the National Action Party (PAN) will be ousted from office by the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), which held power for 71 years before the PAN took over in 2000.

Career fairs bring opportunities to students

With over 60 local, national and global companies set to attend, the Business & Liberal Arts Career Fair and the Engineering & Science Expo will bring UTEP students a chance to seeking jobs and internships. "I'm definitely going to attend, because it's a great opportunity to talk to the employers and see if there's anything I can do to better myself and make myself more competitive in the market," said Sofia Maragoudakis, senior biological sciences major.

GOP presidential nominee far from being decided

With two state presidential primary elections, a state caucus already decided and with four surviving candidates facing their first primary without Texas Governor Rick Perry, the race for the Republican presidential nomination is well underway. After a caucus vote in Iowa and two primaries in New Hampshire and South Carolina, candidates Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum, Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich remain.

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Miners not taking last-place Southern Miss lightly

The Prospector Following a perfect start to Conference-USA play at 6-0, the only negative the Miners have possibly encountered was a suspension for two players that may still stand. UTEP played well without them during their last outing and the same could result when the Miners take on Southern Miss Jan.

Floyd set for rematch with Houston

Following a dismal start on the road, head coach Tim Floyd lectured another page from his coaching book to his players. "Like coach says: boys play at home, men play on the road," senior forward Gabriel McCulley said. The Miners will continue the hunt for their first road win of the season, Jan.

Rebuilding year plagued by injuries

As the Miners continue their roller coaster season, injuries have become a consistent problem for head coach Tim Floyd, who has still found ways to adapt to the circumstances and utilize the reinforcements he does have. "We have been in this situation since December, dating back to (Nov.

No. 8 Miners look to resume success in second half of season

Following a successful first half of the season and a long layoff, the UTEP rifle team will be looking to get back in the swing of things when they resume the 2011-12 season Jan. 28 in Murray, Kentucky at the Withrow Tournament. The Miners, whose last competition was in November, are looking forward to capitalizing on the success they received the first half of the season.

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Dr. Natalicio, what does UTEP stand for?

Dear Dr. Diana Natalicio, What does UTEP stand for? Academics or athletics? Students at large or student athletes? Morals or money? Student development or athletic success? In recent days, the answers to these questions have become unclear. It is critical these questions be addressed in an open forum, where all students' voices are heard.

Excluded from FAFSA, coping with debt

When I became a student at UTEP, I thought budgeting would be different for someone who lives with his parents and goes to a low-cost (for a four-year university), commuter school. But even under these circumstances I still quickly found not only myself, but my parents in debt.

In memory of Elsa Aguilar

Elsa Aguilar, former Minero Magazine editor-in-chief (2004-2005) and Spanish copy editor of The Prospector (2005-2006), passed away unexpectedly Jan. 12 at the age of 32. She graduated with a master of linguistics from UTEP in May 2006. Visitation will be from 4 p.

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Witches fly into el Paso

A "Wicked" story of the witches of Oz is coming to El Paso's Plaza Theatre. The Tony Award winning Broadway Musical will have 16 performances from Feb. 1 – 12 and still has tickets on sale. Audiences will get a glimpse of what happened before Dorothy dropped in into Munchkin Land in "The Wizard of Oz.

UTEP gets fluffy

Gabriel Iglesias is back in the Sun City with all his fluffiness. The well-known comedian will deliver his comedic story telling at 8:00 p.m. Feb. 10 at The Don Haskins Center. Recognized for his sound effects, Iglesias will be stopping in El Paso as part of his Stand Up Revolution Tour.

Oscar nominees announced

The Oscar nominations announced Jan. 24 marked the beginning of the end of awards season, a glamorous time in Hollywood that celebrates beautiful people in mostly beautiful films. So, here is a break down of the nominees for best picture and acting, while predicting the likeliest to win.

As in film, Kodak fades away

More than 120 years after its inception, George Eastman's contribution to the world is on the brink of corporate extinction. Eastman Kodak, simply known as Kodak, filed for bankruptcy the beginning of January. Remaining operational, financial woes currently suppressed by Citigroup's $950 million-dollar financing, Kodak's corporate restructuring intends to "bolster liquidity in the U.