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This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Special Collections Department at DigitalCommons@UTEP. It has been accepted for inclusion in The rP ospector by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@UTEP. For more information, please contact [email protected]. VOL. 104, no. 1 August 28, 2018 the university of texas at el paso www.theprospectordaily.com August 28, 2018 2 OPINION Editor-in-Chief Gaby A. Velasquez, 747-7446 My Last -30- New Beginnings by Kathy Flores state and national awards for their work and going by Javier Cortez on vacation. We went through one of the big- on to great careers in whatever their chosen fields. gest staff turnovers in recent memory. The Prospector The Prospector Our students have gone on to work at various This semester we welcome in a new, ener- I am finally do- local print media outlets such as the El Paso Times, At The Prospec- getic, young staff that is ready to offer fresh in- ing something I have El Diario and El Paso Inc, as well as electronic me- tor, we are used to sights into student life here at UTEP and all the had several students dia such as KVIA, KTSM, Telemundo, Univisión changing. It happens new happenings in the borderland. ask me to do over the and KDBC. They have also gone on to work at me- all the time and in And to go along with the change in staff, last 16 years–write a dia throughout the country such as CNN, Associ- every facet of our in- our actual paper is different! So long fold column for the stu- ated Press, Now This, Buzzfeed, New York Daily dustry. We are a col- over. We hope you enjoy the new layout as dent newspaper. I have News, Politico and the Dallas Morning News. Sev- lege newspaper that much as we do. always turned them eral former students now teach journalism in the mirrors the profes- Lastly, this summer, we did not have print- down as The Prospector is supposed to be the stu- local high schools, El Paso Community College and sional newspapers and publications we strive ed editions. It was a sad but fitting reality of dents’ voice. UTEP, sending their protégés to come work at The to be like. journalism today. It’s pretty simple; the money Their recent request, though, I could not turn Prospector when they come to college. Each semester we have staff that comes is not there and the support for journalism is down. This is my final week until my official retire- I know The Prospector will go on to pro- and goes, whether it be contributors or edi- not what it used to be. ment, and as you are reading this, I will be flying to duce more great journalists and creative artists, tors, people come and people go. But at the end But that does not mean you should stop Paris, France. and I am proud of my small contribution to its of the 2018 spring semester, we went through reading The Prospector. We still want your I am calling this column My Last –30– because 103-year history. some big changes. support, need your support, and value your this is an old term that was used when I first started Students, I encourage you to keep picking up Changes that only happen every so of- support. working in the communication business, which was The Prospector and Minero Magazine and read- ten. For starters, our former director and We will continue to publish daily, regard- during the Ice Age as some of my former students ing our news online and on social media. It is your advisor, Kathleen M. Flores, retired after 16 less of whether we are printing or not, and we have said. voice, your news and your opinions. years at the helm. strive to keep up with the times; integrating Traditionally, the term was used by journalists I also want to thank the great professional staff I She dedicated each and every day to the multimedia and social media into the content to indicate the end of a story when it was sent to an have worked with during these past 16 years, Isabel, job; teaching us, the students, the who, what, we produce. editor by telex or some form of wire service. Veronica and Marcie, and encourage them to keep when, where and why of the job, while oversee- And by you, we mean all of you. We hope While I am looking forward to my retirement, up their efforts and always remember that the stu- ing student media as a whole. for continued support from the Division of I will definitely miss interacting with the students dents come first and that we do make a difference Her impact on our publication and her Student Affairs. We hope for continued sup- who work for student media at UTEP. They are, for in their lives. positive influence on the work we do as col- port from the students, professors and faculty the most part, a special breed of college students– Good luck to all the future editors, reporters, lege journalists cannot be summed up in a who pick up the paper on Tuesdays. And we dedicated, hardworking and passionate. I have designers, photographers and ad executives in the few paragraphs. hope for renewed support from the Depart- gotten to know so many of them during my time coming years. And to Gaby Velasquez, The Pros- “Kathy,” as we affectionately called her at ment of Communication, more specifically the at student media, and have adopted quite a few of pector’s new editor-in-chief, my mini-me, I have a the office, will be missed in more ways the one. multimedia journalism program. them as well (you know who you are!). I have been lot of faith in you and I know you will do great. Luckily, for the staff, Veronica, our advertising We are always in the need for contributors with them through good times, the sad times, and And, finally, to my husband David, who sup- director, who has worked at Student Publica- and students who want to gain practical writ- the ever-evolving process of producing student me- ported me every step of the way–who put up with tions for the past 15 years is taking over. ing experience outside of the classroom. With- dia. And we have grown together– adapting to new my stress and the time I spent working on week- Despite losing such an influential fig- out your support, we’re not as good as we can technology and the ever-changing methods of de- ends and holidays, who helped me bring food to ure in our publication, we are retaining and be, but with your support, we can be a great livering news. the newsroom and gave valuable training to the gaining another great leader to take us down publication that mirrors the great work that is They have aggravated me to no end with typos, students–I couldn’t have done this without you. a new path. being done by great journalists out in the pro- style mistakes and missed deadlines, but they have –30– That said, the change in Director is not the fessional world today. made me very proud as well, winning numerous only change that has occurred when you were Kathy Flores may not be reached at [email protected]. Javier Cortez may be reached at [email protected]. Speak your mind STAFF VOL. 104, no. 1 Letters will be edited for clarity and brevity. Letters over 250 words are subject to editing to fit available Editor-in-Chief: Gaby A. Velasquez Account Executive: Kenneth Bell Submit a letter to the editor! Web Editor: Adrian Broaddus Senior Designer: Itzel Lara Garcia space. Please include full name, street address and telephone number and e-mail address, plus major, classification and/or title if applicable. Layout Editor: Christian Gutierrez Graphic Designer Salma Lozoya, Address and phone number will be used for verification only. Write to 105 E. Union, [email protected], call 747-7477or fax Copy Editor: Javier Cortez Videographer: Daniel “Curly” Mendez Sports Editor: Daniel “Curly” Mendez Advertising Coordinator: Malia Greene 747-8031. Entertainment Editor: Jake Deven Administrative Secretary: Marcela Luna Photo Editor: Sergio Muñoz Accounting Specialist: Isabel Castillo The Prospector is published by the Student Media and Publications Board, 105 Union East, 500 W. University Ave. El Paso, Texas, 79968. Multimedia Editor: Claudia “Gigi” Flores Assistant Director: Veronica Gonzalez Staff Reporters Director The Prospector appears in print once per week on Tuesdays during the fall and spring semesters. The newspaper is not printed : Brianna Chavez, Isaiah : Kathleen Flores during holidays and when classes are not in session. The Prospector does provide news online at www.theprospectordaily.com. Ramirez, Andrea Valdez Photographers: Claudia Hernandez, The Prospector is provided to students through student fees. First copy is free. Any additional copies, if available, must be purchased for $1 through Contributors: Catherine Ramirez, the Department of Student Media and Publications. The Prospector is not responsible for claims made by advertisers. Additional policy information Aimee Santillan, Priscilla Gomez, Melissa may be obtained by calling The Prospector at 915-747-5161. Opinions expressed in The Prospector are not necessarily those of the university. Martinezsotomayor, Eddie Velazqu THEPROSPECTOR August 28, 2018 NEWS | 3 |

Botello to focus on college experience during SGA tenure made him value the importance of transparent feed- back. Following up on a measure implemented by the previous administration, the current regime plans on live streaming every SGA meeting via Facebook Live, as well as establishing social media accounts as open forums for students to provide criticism. However, once entrenched in student govern- ment, student life came to take a deeper meaning for the 21-year-old. “When it comes to UTEP we are a com- muter school, so we don’t have as much student engagement compared to other universities,” he said. “That is probably due to a lot of factors; for example, students working, or students going to school and right after just heading home instead of just staying on campus.” The emphasis on student engagement is reflected in the types of projects that the administration has prioritized thus far. Promises of a bigger homecoming pageant fu- eled by more funding, free food offered by members of SGA before the first home football game and even Claudia flores / The Prospector a debate between two of Texas’ current juggernauts Junior psychology major Cristian Botello is the newly elected Student Government Association president. (incumbent Beto O’ Rourke and and U.S. Senator by Eddie velazquez body is something Botello thinks of as a critical qual- background experience in doing that,” Botello said. see BOTELLO on page 8 ity for those holding administrative positions within “Overall having those relationships with administra- The Prospector SGA. He also said that it has already paid dividends tors already made the transition easier.” As a new school year begins , a new Student Gov- within his staff. His internal climb in office didn’t come with- ATTENTION ernment Association (SGA) administration comes “If somebody is internal, I believe that they out a struggle, as the MOVE party candidate cap- Juniors, Graduating Seniors & into the fold. know how student government is ran. A big part of tured 48.81 percent of the popular vote in route MBA Candidates in At the helm of this regime is junior psychol- this administration was training the senators and to the presidency. Business Administration, Marketing, ogy major and now new SGA president Cristian the upcoming administration and we already have Campaigning exposed him to student life and Accounting & Computer Science Botello, who is certainly not a stranger to the way GREAT INCOME OPPORTUNITY! SGA operates. He was elected senator-at-large in a) Work Part Time: Requires 2017, but Botello’s leadership in a UTEP setting 1 Hr, (4-5) Times/Week. did not start there. Great for students or those in NEED of “I think that I didn’t get my first real (leader- extra income, ship) experience until I came here on campus, here and internship/apprentice. b) Jump-Start an ONLINE INTERACTIVE at UTEP when I joined the Lambda Chi Alpha COMMERCE BUSINESS with ZERO fraternity,” Botello said. “That is when I was able to OVERHEAD! become a social chair. I had to plan different events, *Athletics Training. Nutrition. mixers with sororities, trying to be creative and tak- Sports Nutrition. Wt Loss/Mgmt. ing on a responsibility.” Corporate Wellness After his term as social chair, Botello looked to Exclusive Skin Care line. put his skills to the test taking on a more significant Proper Supplementation. Team-Up for Support with leadership role. This time within the university. Established Business Owners! “(When) I became a senator-at-large here at *For Individual or Group Overview, we student government, that is where I really got to have (15-20) minutes segments available. experience the administrative part and talking with P/S, Only serious inquiries please. administrators, communicating and public speak- Call: (915)-252-3180. ing,” he said. E-mail: [email protected] Previous experience within the government | 4 | NEWS August 28, 2018 THEPROSPECTOR Miner Welcome kicks off the Fall 2018 semester

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2 3 5 Priscilla Gomez / The Prospector 1. Creative writing major Cheyanne Lozano makes a huge bubble at the Miner Welcome. 2. Sophomore fine arts majorS ara Castro rides down the zip line. 3. Junior mechanical engineering major Luis Nuñez and senior forensic science major Gema Espinoza climb up the rock wall. 4. Latin American and Border Studies graduate student Luis Suira and junior org and corp communications major Andres Adame dance at Miner Welcome at Centennial Plaza. 5. (From left to right) Horacio Estavillo, Enrique Romero, Sandra Navarrete and Adriana Chavez de la Rosa table at the first day of Miner Welcome with their organization Visión Mexico. Despite all the new changes in UTEP Athletics, do you care about UTEP football? Priscilla Gomez, Sergio Muñoz / The Prospector

Aibhlin Esparza Alejandro Loya Alexandra Melendez Carlos Alvarado Leslie Sossa Senior mechanical engineering major Senior biology major Senior computer science major Sophomore theater major Junior computer science major “I would like to. I feel like we could’ve done “Yes, I care about the football team. I think foot- “No, I do not, but I understand why other “To be honest I went to one game last year. “No, I feel like athletics are taken to highest stan- better in the past years but I’m looking for- ball is really fun to watch, it’s a great sport to go people may care for them. But I think that I am plannig to go to a game, at least one. I dards than the actual education, and I feel like if ward to see what they can accomplish. I am with friends. I am definetly going to a couple of they put so much money in them and I think care if they win, and if they lose I have to get we stop spending so much money on the football planning to go to the games this semester.” games; at least against UTSA and NMSU.” we can definitely focus on other things.” used to it.” team we would have more money for education.” THEPROSPECTOR August 28, 2018 NEWS | 5 | Uncertainty continues as DACA reaches make-or-break decision from Houston Judge was Obama’s boldest step forward in immi- will happen to him, with the uncertainty, at gration policy. times, becoming too much to bear. According to governing calculations “I would be living in uncertainty,” Gar- of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Ser- cia said. “Ever since Trump became presi- vices from the 2016 Census, about 120,000 dent, many of his decisions have launched people in Texas are DACA recipients. In El the country into disarray and caused many Paso County, about 9,000 are eligible for changes. I think that all these changes have the program. Should all authorized work- to do with (the administration’s) political ers be removed along with the immigration agenda. The Trump Administration must program, the country’s economy will take not have concrete information about what a hit. A report by the Center for American would happen if they removed the immi- Progress found that a mass wave of deporta- grants from the country.” tions would cause the U.S. cumulative Gross Sophomore mechanical engineering Domestic Product (GDP) to decline by major Miguel Cuervo, also said that DACA about $4.7 trillion. But more importantly, made it easy for him to work and he was able DREAMers would be negatively impacted. to get a driver’s license. UTEP graduate Monica Diaz came to the “My license expires along with my work United States when she was 8. Now 22, she permit. So, my license would go, my permis- recals becoming a DACA beneficiary at the sion to work would go. That might affect my age of 18. DACA helped her acquire a job (education],” Cuervo said. “I think it would and was granted a scholarship thanks to the be wrong to deport and get rid of all the peo- program. Throughout the application pro- ple who are working here (under DACA).” cess for a job, employers always ask for legal Associate Vice President and Dean of requirements, such as a work permit. Students at UTEP, Dr. Catie McCorry-An- “Wherever I apply for a job, I’m re- dalis said that the university will still sup- quired to show a work permit. If it weren’t port all students in their education and that for DACA I wouldn’t be able to work,” Diaz Dr. Diana Natalicio, has sent out a DACA said. “If DACA was to get repealed, I don’t statement to all UTEP students for support. know what would happen. I’m the only “No matter where a student comes from DACA beneficiary in my family. (The gov- to us, whether it’s locally, internationally, ernment) knows where I live, where I work, (UTEP) will continue to support them in File photo / The Prospector everything. I don’t like to even imagine what their education,” McCorry-Andalis stated. A protestor at a march celebrates the block of SB4 on September of 2017 in Downtown El Paso. would happen.” A website by UTEP’s Dean of Students BY Andrea Valdez signed on the lawsuit, arguing that DACA Another DACA beneficiary, junior Di- office, titled Deferred Action for Childhood creates additional costs in education, health ego Garcia, has lived in the U.S. for 17 years. Arrivals, provides information about the pro- The Prospector care and law enforcement, as well as in- Garcia has been a DACA beneficiary for five gram for students. The website includes infor- Editor’s Note: Quotes from Monica Diaz creases competition for jobs. In previous years and says that he’s very thankful for the mation about support and students’ rights. and Diego Garcia were translated from Span- lawsuits, courts from New York, Washing- program, as it has helped him get a job so Andrea Valdez may be reached at [email protected]. ish to English. ton D.C., and California ruled favorably for that he could pay for school. If DACA gets The nearly-700,000 young people who the program. repealed, Garcia is most worried about what were brought to the United States illegally Though Judge Hanen’s decision on the during their childhood face a difficult time program’s constitutionality has yet to be de- in their lives as the immigration program clared, Dr. Irasema Coronado, professor of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals political science at UTEP, believes that let- (DACA), which provided them permission ting DACA survive should not be a question to live and work in the United States, may and that the government should allow the come to a halt. DREAMers to continue working and study- District Judge Andrew Hanen, of the ing in the country. Southern District of Texas, heard argu- “It’s the right thing to do for these young ments from several states that claim that people and taking that away from them is a DACA is unconstitutional. Judge Hanen has cruel and unusual punishment,” Coronado said. yet to make a decision on the immigration Coronado has interviewed people in program’s constitutionality. For now, the Mexico who have been deported and found request to immediately stop the program is that adjusting to life in a different country being considered. was extremely difficult, since most DACA DACA, created by former President recipients are not socially, economically or Barack Obama in 2012, is facing lawsuits politically cultured in their parents country regarding the program’s constitutional- of origin. Coronado believes that there must ity. Texas, Alabama, Louisiana, Nebraska, be accommodations for the beneficiaries South Carolina and West Virginia have and emphasized that the creation of DACA | 6 | NEWS August 28, 2018 THEPROSPECTOR New College of Education dean committed to its students, UTEP community by Brianna Chavez Before coming to El Paso, he actually knew in El Paso. He said the work that educators do can Education’s efforts in “continuing a culture of sup- about UTEP as a child. The University of Hawaii spark hope; providing a pathway for individuals. port” as well as their dedication in making sure stu- The Prospector and UTEP were both members of the old Western “It’s challenging, but I keep that the back of my dents become “the best educational professionals.” Walking into the dean’s office in the educa- Athletic Conference (WAC) for the better part of mind,” Tanabe said. “I just have a tremendous drive to try to do bet- tion building can be somewhat intimidating, three decades. While the work may be tiring, Tanabe said he ter for students here to the extent that I’m capable of but the new dean of the College of Education Even as Tanabe grew passionate about educa- gets goosebumps as he drives home and is thrilled doing. I promise I will put every drop of energy into is far from that. tion, he would hear about the work UTEP President to contribute to UTEP’s mission even if it’s in a small it,” Tanabe said. Clifton Tanabe, Ph.D. is welcoming, kind, Diana Natalicio was doing in the community and way. Tanabe acknowledged that there is a lot of work Dr. Tanabe will also be a tenured professor in and eager to work for and alongside students in the work of the El Paso Collaborative for Academic that must be done within the college, which is why the Department of Educational Leadership and the College of Education. Excellence (EPCAE). his biggest goal for this new school year is listening. Foundations, however students won’t be seeing him Tanabe is one UTEP’s newest additions to its era “That collaborative work is very interesting to To Tanabe, the most successful educators and in the classroom this semester. The Honolulu native of change. He comes to El Paso from the University me because it resonated with some of the types of administrators at other institutions were those who wants to get his feet under him before he steps back of Hawaii at Mānoa . things that I was trying to do as a faculty member in “had a dose of humility” and put all their efforts try- into the classroom. “I’m extremely grateful, honored, privileged various communities,” Tanabe said. ing to understand and learn, something he will be While Tanabe has only been on the job for and committed to joining this team and to working EPCAE works to respond to the needs of focusing on this year. about six weeks now, he has already grown to ap- together with folks across the campus and the com- schools in the El Paso area, something Tanabe is Tanabe said he’s optimistic about the impact the preciate El Paso and the UTEP community, espe- munity,” Dr. Tanabe said. very excited to be a part of. college will be making moving forward. cially the sunsets. Born in Indiana and raised in Honolulu. Ta- “(EPCAE) is 25-years-old and that’s an amazing The college is working hard on their partner- “I come from a place that has a reputation for nabe has a master’s in educational foundations reality in and of itself. To have something exist for ships with schools across the area to provide inter- beauty, but El Paso is every bit as beautiful,” Tanabe from UH Mānoa , a doctorate in educational poli- that long, it’s powerful,” Tanabe said. esting, yet exciting new experiences for educators in said. “Hawaiian folks pride themselves on the sun- cy studies and a law degree from the University of Tanabe believes that working in the field of edu- the field. sets, but [El Paso’s] sunsets might be even prettier.” Wisconsin – Madison. cation creates a foundation for the future, especially He hopes UTEP students notice the College of Brianna Chavez may be reached at [email protected]. Sun Metro provides safety tips for upcoming streetcar by Aimée santillán cyclists and pedestrians to not venture into cut- ting off a streetcar to make a turn, pass another The Prospector vehicle or cross the street. Furthermore, bicycles The El Paso streetcar is hitting the roads soon. will not be able to operate on the same lanes But before opening its doors to the public, Sun where the streetcar will operate since the wheels Metro is working on performing safety tests and could get stuck on the rails. sharing tips on how to interact with the streetcar Additionally, the streetcar is designed to be a while driving, cycling or walking. way to connect the downtown area–going all the Unlike other railway means of transportation, way down to Father Rahm Avenue–with the uptown like subways, trains, and metros, the streetcar is area–up to Glory Road. It connects destinations such designed to coincide with normal traffic. This as the Don Haskins Center, UTEP, private hospitals, means that lanes used for cars, trailers and buses Southwest University Park, the Sun Metro trans- will sometimes match with the lane in which the fer center, the International Bridge and the El Paso streetcar will pass. County Courthouse among others stops. “We are introducing a new mode of transporta- According to Sun Metro Director, Jay Banasiak, tion, and like any other new thing, we have to learn Sun Metro is also working with public and private to coexist,” said Jose Marquez, Streetcar safety, secu- officials to coordinate so that the streetcar will be in rity and training manager at Sun Metro, during a function for the public during events around the area. streetcar safety community meeting. “The streetcar “We’re targeting any type of passenger to use operates on the street, therefore we have to coexist the streetcar, whether it is people wanting to get as motorists, pedestrians or cyclists,” lunch, going from downtown to uptown or vice During past safety tests, the streetcar showed versa, as well as workers in the morning,” Ba- that it did not make much noise when traveling, and nasiak said. “ We’re hitting all the parking lots in for this reason, the traffic interacting with it has to town, so if there’s somebody going to a football be more cautious when making turns or changing game or to Cincinnati [Street], they can go and lanes in places where the streetcar could pass. park at any of the parking lots and use the trolley “The operator of the streetcar will be using a to get to those events.” bell to be able to communicate with traffic. For Students will be able to get a fare discount example, when the streetcar is approaching a stop, for riding the streetcar, just like when using any the operator is instructed to ring the bell twice be- other Sun Metro vehicle and will be able to use fore starting the movement of the vehicle, either Sun Metro monthly passes on this vehicle as well. in an intersection or a stop,” Marquez said. That said, some UTEP students have been Streetcars will not be able to make sudden concerned about streetcar safety issues when its Aimée Santillán / The Prospector stops or make turns at will to avoid other traf- interacting with normal traffic. The streetcar goes through Oregon Street on Friday, August 24, during one of its safety tests. fic. For this reason, it is advised for motorists, see Streetcar on page 8 UTEP Staff & Faculty

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BOTELLO from page 4 streetcar from page 6 Ted Cruz) are all a testament of aiming higher in Botello hopes to enhance his vision of an enriched “I think it’s great that they brought them back, streetcars have to offer.” order to keep students engaged. college experience. but one of the main reasons why the city decided Reviving the city’s history as well as using the “We think that with the initiatives that we are “I think that it is very important for students to to have them again was to alleviate traffic in the streetcar to help reduce traffic from the down- pushing; with the debate, with student involvement get the college experience. That they aren’t just going downtown area. But I don’t think that’s going to be town/university area seem to be some motivators on campus when it comes to the special project to classes just to get good grades but that they are in- the case. Instead I’m concerned that drivers and for students. of getting people to the football games, Minerfest, volved, they are in organizations, building leadership the streetcars won’t be able to coordinate in order “The streetcar is an amazing way to revive which is another idea that we did last year as a senator experience, that they can go out to events like Miner- for both, vehicles and the streetcars, to properly our vibrant border history,” said junior history but we are gonna continue to make it better this year,” fest and hang out right before finals, to stay on cam- operate during the day,” said junior economics major Tais Miller. “I currently reside around Botello said. “I think that the social aspect along with pus to see what is going on,” Botello said. “I think that major Aylin Heredia. the UTEP area, so the streetcar will be a great the political voter turnout, I think can get students is what makes a good college experience, not only the Meanwhile, some UTEP students are looking convenience for me since I can use it to go engaged, and overall I think students’ college experi- academics but also that social part. That is what we forward to hopping on the streetcar. from the university to downtown. For college ence and they can get the most out of that.” are really focusing on this year.” “I feel the vintage streetcar offers a unique and students, it will help us reduce our carbon us- With the implementation of all of these events, Eddie Velazquez may be reached at [email protected]. exciting transportation experience for all of its us- age, which is a plus.” ers. This technology serves as means of transpor- Sun Metro is still waiting to receive the tation, all while promoting the conservation and state’s security certification in order to begin education of our city’s history,” said senior orga- operations. According to their public affairs co- nizational and corporate communication major ordinator, Oscar Arriaga, Sun Metro is planning Mitzi Anguiano Zarate. “I am eager to hop on a to keep continuous street safety tests up until streetcar with my family and friends to take in the late November and have its grand opening in beautiful views of El Paso. I am sure I will enjoy December of this year. the change of pace and glimpse of the past that Aimée Santillán may be reached at [email protected]. August 28, 2018 9 entertainment Editor jake deven, 747-7446

International Museum of Art to host UTEP student by jake deven ple to live their lives as naturally as possible The Prospector while encouraging conversation about both the mortality of human life and the falsified Editor’s Note: Quotes from Jorge Martinez were idiom of immortality by pop culture. translated from Spanish to English. “The majority of my art represents the As fostering as UTEP is for art students, human experience,” Martinez said. “I want many find it humbling and rewarding to be people to look at my art and notice how we able to present their work to the public. For relate to one another.” junior graphic design major Jorge E. Marti- Martinez initially started painting at a nez, on Sept. 8 to Oct. 3 at the El Paso Inter- young age, but wasn’t able to fully enjoy national Museum of Art, he might come to his passion until high school. Being a bi- understand that feeling first hand as he pres- lingual student, he was limited to certain ents his collection, “The Life of J”. Martinez originally submitted his draw- Spanish-speaking classes, in which art was ings to be displayed at the Rubin Center but not one of them. His work reflects his love courtesy of angel de la rosa and passion for every memory that lives in De la Rosa is one of many artists to preform at this semester’s fall music series at the bookstore. ended up being selected to participate in the 51st Arts International Exhibition 2018. each painting. Martinez says that despite having an interest “Before, my art used to be really sad. Now, UTEP Bookstore kicks off fall music series in simple art, he is passionate about making it’s really about having a positive outlook on the audience feel something when analyzing life,” Martinez said. “I really just found a way by Claudia Flores to perform at the Borderland Music series said his work. that this project is a welcoming opportunity for to occupy my mind and use my creativity so The Prospector “I really enjoy abstract and minimalist performers to get out and expose themselves that I wouldn’t become bored or dull.” art, I like when art is simple but still carries a As part of their new Borderland Music Se- and their work to an already-diverse commu- Martinez says that much of his inspira- ries, the UTEP Bookstore will offer a series of nity at UTEP. message,” Martinez said. “I don’t want it to be tion comes from a time in his life when he concerts featuring UTEP students and local Artists from all music genres and ages are easy for the audience. I want them to won- was being treated for obsessive-compulsive artists on campus. welcome to join in and prepare a set list for der what I was thinking when I created my disorder. Much of what’s depicted in his art Concerts will be held Monday through a 30 minute or two-hour show. There are no paintings and to reflect, then have their own is the message of renovation or starting fresh. Thursday at the bookstore patio to bring a general restrictions set on applying to be part interpretation.” “I’m just having fun. I try to make sure fresh and exciting environment for students of the music series–possible participants do One of Martinez’s exhibits, which is to the pieces I put out represent how I feel at during the fall semester. not have to be enrolled at UTEP to apply to be be displayed at the Glass Gallery from Sept. “One thing about me is that I have a that moment,” Martinez said. apart of the music sessions. 30 to Oct. 5, showcases his take on life and musical background, and when it comes to “As a songwriter, I personally feel that the death. He calls it “Memento Mori,” describ- Jake Deven may be reached at [email protected] young people, music is at the top of their series is a unique chance for me to spend some list,” said the bookstore’s marketing special- time with other folks who share an interest ing his work as a way of encouraging peo- ist Cheryl Patterson. in live music,” De la Rosa said. “It opens up a Working in tandem with the UTEP De- moment for me to share a story that I can tell partment of Music, Patterson’s goal for the new through lyrics and chords.” series goes beyond promoting the talents of Besides being a platform for young-adult UTEP students and faculty, it’s about bringing performers, Patterson also wants to make sure the community together. that children in the community have a spot in “I called it ‘Borderland Music Series’ be- the music scene. cause this is a border community,” Patterson “On Saturdays, families can come and kids said. “You have people from all over, and it’s can bring their instruments and jam with the open to everybody.” artist,” Patterson said. Apart from the live sessions, every The idea of opening this space to children Thursday will feature a segment called “Turn is to motivate the young ones to pursue a new Up Music Thursdays” where DJ Prince Jett, hobby. Along with the artist, children will be one of the attached artists, will keep up the able to learn about songwriting and music. good vibes with a wide range of music, going The children’s workshop will take place on from pop to rock, to the retro music from the Saturdays twice a month. 70s and 80s. To be part of the bookstore’s Borderland “Music can motivate,” Patterson said. “It Music Series send a link from a live perfor- motivates anyone but more so young people, mance to [email protected]. and one of my roles at UTEP is to create excite- For more information visit utepbkstr.com ment, and that excitement is supposed to inspire you. It should move you to do something.” “Autorretrato” courtesy of Jorge E. Martinez Claudia Flores may be reached at [email protected] Angel de La Rosa, a graduate student set | 10 | ENTERTAINMENT August 28, 2018 THEPROSPECTOR The Center for Accommodations and Support Services (CASS) welcomes you to this new semester.

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Union East Bldg. Room 106 @CASSatUTEP Phone: (915) 747- 5148 utepcass Email: [email protected] THEPROSPECTOR August 28, 2018ENTERTAINMENT | 11 | Prospector Picks: Hottest movies and music of the summer by the prospector staff in our school, with our family, with our friends BlacKkKlansman, Directed by Spike Lee just did on screen. Stallworth’s story very much and Burnham uses them brilliantly to develop deserves to be told and viewers should definitely The Prospector Jake Deven, Entertainment Editor Kayla’s story. No doubt, Eighth Grade is another Legendary film director Spike Lee has some- prepare themselves mentally ahead of time. Editors Note: From relatable coming of age achievement for A24, an independent entertain- thing to say and says it loud with his new movie Incredibles 2, Directed by Brad Bird movies to long-awaited sequels, and from highly ment company based in New York City that has BlacKkKlansman. The movie tells the story of Brianna Chavez, Staff Reporter anticipated album releases to massive collabora- produced other hits this year, including First Re- Ron Stallworth, the first black cop who even- “WHERE IS MY SUPER SUIT?!” is probably one tions; it’s safe to say that this summer was packed formed and Hereditary. tually went undercover as a member of the Ku of the most memorable and quotable lines from Dis- with some of the best entertainment of the year. The Miseducation of Cameron Post, Di- Klux Klan. It goes without saying that being a ney’s The Incredibles. The film came out in 2004 when Here’s what the Prospector staff was hooked on all rected by Desiree Akhavan black cop back then was met with disrespect I was seven years old. I remember buying the film on summer long. Eddie Velazquez, Contributor and racism by both the community and the de- DVD when it was released and watching it religiously. Eighth Grade, Directed by Bo Burnham Packaged as a sincere coming-of-age tale partment. With that in mind, this movie needs Now, 14 years later, I’m sitting in a movie theater on Sergio E. Muñoz, Photo Editor about an orphan discovering her sexuality to be seen by as many people as possible. Not a Tuesday night with a glass of wine in my hand get- Eighth Grade is not only the best movie of during her teenage years, The Miseducation of only is BlacKkKlansman a relevant movie for to- ting ready for Incredibles 2. When Disney announced the summer but also the best of the year so far. Cameron Post delivers stunning performances day’s times, it’s just a great story overall. It’s the a sequel to the film, I was ecstatic knowing that I could It’s a film that takes you back to the most embar- and roots its relevance on the issues of today. perfect look in the mirror at the state of racism relive one of my favorite childhood films as an adult. rassing moments of your puberty. Director Bo Chloe Grace Moretz plays the role of Cameron in America in the era of President Trump. This After watching the film, it was clear to me why Disney Burnham does an excellent job making both a Post, who is sent to a religious sex conversion movie doesn’t shy away from the brutal horrors is so good at what they do. The sequel picks off right funny and thrilling movie. The story immerses camp after her boyfriend finds her having sex of bigotry, racism and hate crimes that might where the first film left off. The plot was joyful yet the audience into the life of Kayla, played by El- with her best friend Coley in the back of his trigger painful emotions and feelings in some mixed with the right amount of suspense. I was blown sie Fisher, a girl who is living through her eighth- car. Set in the early 90s, the movie attempts to moviegoers. The end credits, in particular, are away by how detailed Pixar’s animations were. Walk- grade year of school and has to deal with different explore the notion of “non-normative” sexual painful to watch. Despite the dark story, Lee is ing out of the theater, I wanted more. I guess we might situations that will test her confidence. The most attraction and gender identification as patho- somehow able to balance the hate with plenty have to wait another 14 years to see everyone’s favorite remarkable element of the movie is how the di- logical behaviors. Not only does the movie ex- of humor almost flawlessly. One minute view- family of superheroes. Incredibles 2 was just as good, rector uses situations that we all probably experi- plain this with clarity but it also draws parallels ers are in tears laughing at Washington’s chem- if not better than first. enced during this horrible age of our lives, which to current conventional and ill-founded ideas istry with Adam Driver — who is magnificent see Summer on page 12 gives the audience a stronger connection with the surrounding progressive gender expression. as always — and by the very next scene are in characters. These situations could have occurred tears because of what some white supremacist | 12 | ENTERTAINMENT August 28, 2018 THEPROSPECTOR summer from page 11 Now that the album’s here, it’s clear what took are despite the obstacles in life they have gone company the warmer months of a continuously him so long. ASTROWORLD is a staggering, through. Hov even addresses the elephant in the complicated cultural era. ambitious and sonically boundless work; sup- room with the track “FRIENDS”, detailing how planting others as one of the most star-studded throughout the struggles of life he has managed rap albums in years. There has not been another to keep true real friends in his circle. As the album with a better line-up of features in 2018 album progresses the duo discuss how fidelity than ASTROWORLD. Not only are there big almost ruined their strong relationship on the hip-hop names like Drake, Pharrell, Kid Cudi, track “LOVEHAPPY.” It’s a real track that dis- Frank Ocean and Swae Lee, there are also con- plays how much affection the god MC has for tributions from Tame Impala, James Blake, Stevie Wonder, Thundercat and John Mayer. his wife and his family, and how he was willing While there are a lot of forgettable tracks on to do everything at all costs to keep the family this album, they’re mostly due to repetitiveness from feuding — because no one wins when the not lousy production. Executive producer Mike family feuds. No, we may never get a Watch the Wide Awake! By Parquet Courts Dean along with Hit-Boy, WondaGurl, Boi-1da, Throne II, but we got the closest thing with EV- Eddie Velazquez, Contributor Frank Dukes, Murda Beatz, Cardo, Sevn Thom- ERYTHING IS LOVE. Brooklyn-based band, Parquet Courts took as, Nineteen85, Sonny Digital, and of course Kids See Ghosts By Kanye West & Kid it to the next level with the release of their most the 808 king, Tay Keith has served a line-up of recent LP. Wide Awake! featuring the band’s Cudi most eloquent and poignant songwriting to beats that distinguish ASTROWORLD from the Jake Deven, Entertainment Editor date. This is especially impressive because stereotypical trap we’ve become used to in 2018. Kanye West and Kid Cudi have become two the music industry seems saturated with Travis Scott is often accused of meaningless lyr- sometimes forced and aimless socio-political ics and no sense of vocal value, which I sorta of the most influential rap artists of the 21st cen- statements. The most notable example of this get — I wouldn’t necessarily say he’s a down to tury. Separately, they have boomed through fan’s is in the opening track, “Total Football,” which talks about social intransigence and the work- Earth, poetic rapper but at this point he’s on an- headphones for the better part of two decades. But ing class struggle. In terms of sound, drummer other planet. together, they have created the latest challenge in Max Savage and bassist Sean Yeaton steal the show with their frantic and much-improved their respective careers, Kids See Ghosts. Fans knew performances. The funkification of the band’s that Kanye West and Kid Cudi worked well together, sound builds on their characteristic garage/art punk sound. It also opens up different sonic but the level of synergy on this album is crazy. The avenues for Savage and Yeaton to catch up with two complement each other so well. Whether white superstar vocalist Andrew Savage and guitarist Austin Brown. This album also gets bonus 7 By Beach House or black, I think we can all agree that the duo has a Jake Deven, Entertainment Editor points for being recorded at Electric Lady solid grasp of our current cultural landscape. At 23 studios in New York City and Sonic Ranch in Technically this album came out before Tornillo, TX. Recommended tracks: “Total minutes long, Kids See Ghosts might be short, but it the summer even started — back in May — Football” and “Tenderness.” accomplishes so much in that time. It’s a second com- but that didn’t stop me from jamming to this ing for Kid Cudi with his smooth lyricism. It shows gem all summer long. Over the course of 13 us Kanye West still has real bars. It offers bangers built years and six albums, Victoria Legrand and on hard drums, and it encourages you to feel your Alex Scally have built quite the reputation — EVERYTHING IS LOVE By The Carters feelings and empower yourself. I was skeptical of Daniel Mendez, Sports Editor churning out dark, dreamy, and melodramatic Kanye’s logic behind the seven track restriction, but When the Carters, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, insulations of noise that always earn the stamp dropped their unannounced collaborative al- I am totally on board now. Together, Kanye West and of approval. 7 feels natural and thoughtful, yet bum just minutes after a second show in Lon- Kid Cudi have managed to craft a cohesive sound for it never over or underwhelms, containing just don as part of their On the Run II tour on a their joint-venture. It’s an experience that’s best en- enough clever sonic adornment and intelligent random Saturday afternoon, fans collectively joyed as a complete body of work from start to finish. listened to Queen-B talk greasy and out rap wordplay. Beach House appears to have done ASTROWORLD By Travis Scott her male hip-hop counterparts, such as Kanye it again by doing it differently, crafting a sonic Jake Deven, Entertainment Editor West. Her husband Jay-Z matched her slick talk tapestry that awes the ear yet holds steady by calling out the Grammy’s and the NFL in the The Prospector is committed to the accuracy. Travis Scott finally dropped his long-in-the- tension with accessibility and experimentation. If you think we have made an error of fact, works opus this summer, a full 27 months after album’s second track, “APESHIT”. Throughout, e-mail the editor at michaelairoman@gmail. 7 may be the strongest dream pop/shoegaze he first announced its title back in May of 2016. the album they brag about how wealthy they com album to land this year and a lovely way to ac- August 28, 2018 13 Sports Editor DANIEL MENDEZ, 747-7446 A new era of UTEP football is upon us

“Obviously one of the hardest things as a coach is to tell them to not pay attention to anything in the media because that’s not what football play- ers should do. They should be focused on how to get better and be the best you can be.”

I don’t pay attention to what they’re say- ing... If you don’t know, you shouldn’t be talking.

- Nik Needham senior corneback

Against Northern Arizona, the Miners will debut a brand new offense and defense. The offense is predicated off shotgun formations and constant misdirection. Like his offense at Kansas State, the team likes to run the ball, to Priscilla Gomez / The Prospector go along with spreading the offense out in dif- New head football coach Dana Dimel prepares his team for the season opener on Saturday Sept. 2 against Northern Arizona at the Sun Bowl. ferent packages. Their defense has switched from a 3-4 to a By Adrian Broaddus handle. I want the gratification of turning this we can be more crisp and polished.” 4-2-5, which requires physical defenders that thing around. I see the great potential here. Every But in the eyes of the players, fans and the The Prospector play man on most receivers. The defense is player is going to represent the university the right El Paso community, UTEP is in a desperate spot bringing in a significantly strong secondary, UTEP went winless, 0-12 in 2017—some- way. My recruiting starts with player’s character.” going against Northern Arizona on Saturday. with Needham, Kalon Beverly, Justin Rogers thing no other team did last year in the FBS. Almost nine months into his regime as head Their 12 losses is the longest active losing streak and Kahani Smith leading the way for the re- It hangs over the team like a forgotten friend, coach and Dimel continues to work with his in the FBS. turning Miners. familiar to the team. The feeling creeps into the adopted players and newcomers to rectify the “I don’t expect anything else than for people The month of September will tell a lot for the player’s thoughts and as much as they want to Miners. After they kick off their season against set it aside, it happened. And, it will be the main team come game day. He knows what it’s like to to doubt us and downplay us still,” said senior NAU, the Miners travel on back-to-back road focus this Saturday against Northern Arizona. bring back a program from deep pits. During defensive back Nik Needham. “I don’t pay at- games to UNLV (Sept. 8) and Tennessee (Sept. Amidst a coaching resignation in Sean Ku- his time at Wyoming and Houston in the late tention to what they’re saying. There was one 15). They will return home briefly to take on gler and an athletic director change from Bob ‘90s, early 2000s, Dimel took over traditionally podcast that said ‘I doubt they win a game this NMSU (Sept. 22) and begin C-USA play on the Stull to Jim Senter, came a gentle, yet eager poor football programs and brought them to year,’ and I thought, wow, this guy hasn’t even coach from Manhattan, Kansas. Dana Dimel, commendable statures. He then joined forces come to a practice or seen how we look this year. road against UTSA (Sept. 29). who was previously the offensive coordinator with Synder at Kansas State and coached the Big That’s the only thing that’s annoying. If you don’t September will indicate if the Miners can of Kansas State under Bill Synder for almost a 12 affiliate to seven bowl games in nine seasons. know, you shouldn’t be talking.” turn around their team magically for a bowl decade (2009-2017), chose to take a new direc- This is nothing new for Dimel, but the prepa- Preseason polls, like CBS Sports and Athlon berth fantasy. Or it could mean continued tion in his life, challenging himself; inheriting a ration leading into game one still tests his nerves. Sports, have the Miners dead last this season. struggles, as they try to snap their double-digit winless UTEP team. “Very anxious time right now getting ready,” The little respect given by preseason prognos- losing streak. “I like the challenge. My whole career has Dimel said. “We had our Thursday gameplan ticators or lack thereof is exactly what Dimel However, one thing is certain: the team can- involved rebuilding,” Dimel said last December and we get ready with all the mechanics that go wants his player to ignore. not get worse than 0-12. upon his hiring. “This is a challenge I know I can along with that, so hopefully when we go out, “You gotta keep them focused,” Dimel said. Adrian Broaddus may be reached at [email protected] | 14 | SPORTS August 28, 2018 THEPROSPECTOR Who will be under center for the Miners to start the season?

College Offensive Player of the year. At Iowa of a negative breakdown play is what coaches Western Locksley passed for 2,238 yards in including Dimel are excited to see. 12 games, averaging 186 yards a game, while “Kai’s great athleticism and open field rushing for 705 yards. Locksley threw 20 speed are things you always like as a coach pass touchdowns and 20 rush touchdowns. because they create plays that you didn’t “When I’m out there, I just try to make a necessarily draw up and that’s what we like play out of nothing sometimes, and I feel like about Kai so much,” Dimel said. that’s where my athleticism comes into play,” On the other hand, Ryan Metz, who Locksley said. started last year for the Miners, possess a During training camp, Locksley has kept- high IQ and has proven he is a solid leader plays alive with his feet and that is going to that can put up stable numbers. In 2016 as a be crucial for the Miners struggling offense. sophomore, Metz threw for 1,375 yards and Last season the Miners averaged only 11.7 added 14 touchdown passes with four inter- points a game on offense, so having a run- ceptions for the season. The El Paso native ning threat like Locksley can contribute to is praised for his knowledge of defensive more points on the scoreboard this season at tendencies and how to counter-attack their the Sun Bowl. game plans. Being able to adapt to the style and fast- “Ryan is very smart and very sharp and paced situations of Division I college foot- possesses great leadership and experience,” ball is necessary if Locksley wants to solidify Canales said. his spot as the number one quarterback on But when it comes to the battle under the depth chart. center, Metz is looking to always improve Coach Dana Dimel mentioned in an in- and contend for the top spot. terview with KVIA that in his system at Kan- Having to battle for the number one spot on the depth chart is nothing new to Metz, the fifth-year senior has had to compete for the spot on numerous occasions. Last year he was the number one quarterback before he struggled with nagging injuries towards the last three games. The previous battles will We’re definitely benefit Metz considering he’s been through this before and those experiences will be an not anywhere close advantage for number 12. Priscilla Gomez / The Prospector “I feel pretty good but there’s always Senior quarterback Ryan Metz (left) and junior college transfer Kai Locksley (right) work after practice on Wednesday Aug. 22. to naming a starting room for improvement and you never want to be complacent with where you are at be- quarterback position. The lights could be quarterback. cause if you do that you’ve already beaten By Isaiah Ramirez shining brightly on senior Ryan Metz who is yourself,” Metz said. a proven leader with a high football IQ, or The Prospector During Dimel’s first football media lun- the lights could head in the direction of Kai cheon of the season, he mentioned that the The Miners plan to exceed expectations Locksley, a standout Junior College product quarterback who will take the first snaps for and plant the roots to a successful reboot out of Iowa Western, who has an outstanding Saturday’s game against Northern Arizona under first-year head coach Dana Dimel athletic ability. - Dana Dimel will be announced after thursday’s practice. this season. Naming a starting quarterback before UTEP Football head coach “After Thursday’s practice is when I will In order to have a successful season, the the season began would be a tough decision make up my mind for who will be the starter Miners will look to have prosperity under to rapidly make considering both of these for the first series. That won’t be the starter, center and a bona fide leader. athletes are highly talented, and both are sas State they were successful through the they’ll just be the player to take the first se- The highly anticipated battle between capable of changing the losing dynamic of play of a dual-threat quarterback, such as ries.” Dimel said these two quarterbacks will continue into this team. 2012 Heisman Trophy finalist Collin Klein. “Our plan is for both quarterbacks to the first game of the season Sept. 1, against “We’re definitely not anywhere close to Dimel also mentioned that Locksley fits the play during the first game,” Dimel added. Northern Arizona at the Sun Bowl. The naming a starting quarterback,” head coach mold of a dual-threat quarterback that fits main question the following week will be Dana Dimel said. Previously, Dimel ac- nicely in his system. Who: Northern Arizona @ UTEP how long do Dimel and his coaching staff knowledged on his radio show that he had “Kai runs the ball well and is comfortable what: UTEP football season opener use the two-quarterback system before they used a multiple quarterback system at Kan- out of the pocket but he can also throw the When: Saturday. Sept. 2, kickoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. announce a starter? sas State, where he was the offensive coordi- ball really well and I think that is going to Where: Sun Bowl Stadium. 2701 Sun Bowl Dr. Just like with any team a leader is neces- nator for the past eight years. surprise a lot of people, and he’s not a run- Free student tickets at sportslottery.utep.edu sary. A leader is someone who has the capa- In regards to Locksley, there’s a lot of ning back playing quarterback he’s a quarter- bility to alter the course of a game and lead praise about his athleticism and that stems back that’s really special,” offensive coordi- Isaiah Ramirez may be reached at [email protected] their team to victories on a constant basis. from being the fourth best dual threat quar- nator Mike Canales said. This team is looking for that leader at the terback according to 247Sports and Junior The ability to create a positive outcome THEPROSPECTOR August 28, 2018SPORTS | 15 | UTEP football looks for revitalization on both sides of the ball

Bowl with aspirations of creating a new era. “It’s very dense. Very thick that’s going to be “It’s all about what’s best for this team and put- good for us moving forward,” Locksley said. “So ting our players in a position to be successful and whatever new defenses or new types of schemes that’s the key to the whole thing,” said offensive or blitzes that teams try to throw at us we typically coordinator Mike Canales. “If they keep working have something in the playbook for that.” together and stay together as a unit, great things On the defensive side of the ball, defensive are going to happen.” coordinator Mike Cox has inherited a special Canales is inheriting an offense that averaged group. The defense will be led by an experienced 11.7 points per game last season. That offense was secondary, but what the coaches were able to do responsible for a measly 19 total touchdowns, to make the defense the talk of camp has been seven passing and nine rushing. One of the rea- the acquisitions through graduate transfers at sons the Miners struggled was the lack of explosive the defesnive ine and the linebacker positions. plays called. The offense was a run by committee- Kansas State transfer CJ Reese will look to be orientated scheme. the captain of the d-line, while Oregon Ducks This season is different; the talk of camp has transfer A.J. Hotchkins will look to make the Priscilla Gomez / The Prospector been the quarterbacks. Canales understands linebacker core formidable. Offensive coordinator Mike Canales goes over the playbook with Kai Locklsey (left) and Calvin Brownholtz (right) camp. there’s competition at the position but he wants his The defense last season at times kept the Min- By Daniel Mendez fensive coordinator then tasked to end the longest quarterbacks to be true to themselves. ers in the game but were put in bad field position losing streak in the FBS, preferred to go with fa- “I just want our players to play hard put a which allowed them to give up 36.7 points per The Prospector miliarity when it came to his coaching staff. good effort and play sound technique and funda- game to opposing offenses. The switch to an even After a dismal year that saw the UTEP Miners He snagged away Tennessee Volunteers quar- mentals,” Canales said. “Just make great decisions defensive line should be able to create havoc for football team go winless, changes needed to be made. terback coach Mike Canales and brought along with what they do. Just be them. They don’t have opposing quarterbacks. With change comes a breath of fresh air for a the first of many Kansas State Wildcats to El Paso to be Deshaun Watson, (or) Baker Mayfield, just “There’s a lot of experience on the defense,” team that was attempting to relive its glory days with linebackers coach Mike Cox. The two Mike’s be Ryan Metz, Kai Locksley, Brandon Jones, Mark Dimel said. “Going to the even front I think will be when they brought former head coach Mike Price are in charge of leading the offensive and defensive Torres, Calvin Brownholtz and Alex Fernandes, I exciting. Really try to create more pressure on the out of retirement during that dreadful 0-12 season. sides of the ball. don’t want them to be no different.” quarterback with even looks. Be a little bit more Exit screen out the old era of UTEP athletics “The nice thing about the assistant (coaches) With the new regime in, Miner fans should ex- versatile with what we’re doing”. and enter the new era of athletics with the hire we’ve been together for thirty-something years in pect to see an offense that is a complete 360 from Daniel Mendez may be reached at [email protected] of Jim Senter. the making,” Dimel said. seasons past. The run heavy offense of the past Read more at theprospectordaily.com Senter’s first mission into his “wake up the A coaching staff with previous experience morphed its way to a complete offense that is ready sleeping giant” mantra was the hire of new head working with each other found its way to the Sun for many different looks from opposing defenses. coach Dana Dimel. The former Kansas State of-