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University of Texas at El Paso DigitalCommons@UTEP The rP ospector Special Collections Department 5-7-2013 The rP ospector, May 7, 2013 UTEP Student Publications Follow this and additional works at: http://digitalcommons.utep.edu/prospector Part of the Journalism Studies Commons, and the Mass Communication Commons Comments: Contains sections A and B. This file is rather large, with many images, so it may take a few minutes to download. Please be patient. Recommended Citation UTEP Student Publications, "The rP ospector, May 7, 2013" (2013). The Prospector. Paper 138. http://digitalcommons.utep.edu/prospector/138 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]. theassayer of student opinion The University of Texas at El Paso · May 7, 2013 prospector graduation www.utepprospector.com Issue INVESTMENT IN KNOWLEDGE ALWAYS PAYS THE BEST INTEREST – BENJAMIN FRANKLIN TOP 10 SENIORS P. A4 SALARIES: EXPECTATIONS VS. REALITY P. A14 HOLD ON DOCTORALS P. A12 HOT SPOTS FOR GRADS P. B1 ILLUSTRATION BY DIEGO BURCIAGA / The Prospector PAGE A2 May 7, 2013 editor-in-chief perspectivesAlejandro Alba, 747-7477 Columns Letter to the editor Class of 2013 My dad once told me... Dear Seniors: venture out into the world as our am- By Abel Casares that I never would have thought I’d They are all more than just co- As we approach the end of the aca- bassadors. Second, stay connected to The Prospector get to see. It was almost like fate when workers. They are all friends. Going demic year, many celebrations have your alma mater by keeping us in- I was offered the position of multime- through the same daily struggles and begun to acknowledge your accom- formed about your whereabouts so My dad once dia editor. having the same worries made our plishments as the Class of 2013. As that we can communicate with you told me, “Mijo, I embarked on a new trail of media and group all that much closer. I know my you know, this time of year is special regularly through the UTEP Maga- I’m not too sure if in that we are able to recognize the zine, electronic newsletters, social got to be a part of some amazing events. dad would have been proud to hear you know exactly graduates who will be receiving their media etc. Third, consider joining I got to ride in my first helicopter the work I’ve done so far. what you want to for a story on the Native Air Medical diplomas at the Spring Commence- one of our alumni chapters so that be for the rest of I always imagined what he would Team. I had the opportunity to see ment Ceremonies. Graduation is a you can continue the connection with your life. It might say to me if he were still here. Just like President Barack Obama as he gave rite of passage that you will remem- the Miner Nation. Finally, as you em- be one thing or my father, I am a Jack of all trades and a speech to the soldiers of Ft. Bliss. I ber for the rest of your lives. The op- bark on your professional career, give many things. But portunity for proud family, friends back by serving as a mentor for your witnessed the historic ASARCO tow- master at none. I’ll tell you what. and the UTEP community to applaud fellow undergraduates who aspire ers collapse after years of standing tall Whatever path I take next I will I know it’s gonna be something great.” and salute the graduates for their hard to become alumni which will help near the UTEP campus. always have the words that my dad Those words will always resonate work that each has realized over their UTEP’s quest to become the 1st Na- spoke to me. I know whatever I end with me forever. My old man spoke If it were not for The Prospector, collegiate years here at the university. tional Research University serving a up doing for the rest of my life, it will those words on my twenty-first birth- I probably would have never gotten The countless hours of classroom in- 21st student demographic. day. Two years later, I am ready to finish opportunities such as these. I have be something great just like he said. struction, study groups and prepara- The Alumni Association is your one of the biggest chapters in my life. gained new skills in computer pro- When I walk down that path up to tion for tests are now culminating in gateway to maintaining your lifelong Graduation has finally come. I am grams, progressed my camera and the stage to receive my degree, I know the awarding of your coveted degree. connection to UTEP. As alumni, you set to earn my bachelor’s degree in editing techniques and continued to he’ll be right there watching over me As you reminisce about your mem- represent the nature, spirit and tradi- digital media production. I really increase my knowledge. with a huge smile on his face. In that orable times at UTEP, please take a tions of the university. Every success don’t know what to expect next. I’ve grown a bond with the peo- moment I know he’ll be proud. moment to thank all of the alumni, that you personally achieve is also I know I want to make films, music ple who work here and will be sad This is the first and last column I faculty and staff who came before you a success for the university. It is our videos and anything else that deals to leave. At the same time, I’m very that provided the opportunity for you hope that you will represent UTEP as write for The Prospector. I will con- with media. I’ve always had a creative thankful that I had the chance to to be able to share in this great uni- a proud MINER wherever your jour- tinue to work hard in everything I do mind and a vivid imagination, so this meet everyone at The Prospector. versity. This is especially significant ney takes you. Remember that you and continue to be the best man I can field of work fits right into my life. There is so much potential in every today as we approach our upcoming can always call UTEP your home— Working at The Prospector for the be in this world. single one of them and I know they will Centennial Celebration in 2014. Let’s stop by and visit us at the Alumni past year has given me an experience all go on to do amazing things as well. Abel Casares may NOT be reached at [email protected]. remember those pioneers for their vi- Lodge whenever you are on campus. sion and foresight that helped build Stay invested in the future of the the foundation for us to experience university as your contributions will what UTEP offers students today. only increase the reputation and pres- The Office of Alumni Relations and tige for UTEP. the UTEP Alumni Association would Four amazing years at UTEP like to congratulate you on your aca- Go Miners! By Joe TOrres my life Victoria and putting up with I’ve also had to deal with tragedy demic achievement and welcome you me throughout all the stressful times as the newest members of the alumni — Richard J. Daniel, Ph.D. The Prospector during my time at UTEP with the I have endured at UTEP. I can’t wait to loss of my amazing cousin Adrian family. As an official member, there Associate Vice President for Uni- It has been four be your husband. Bernal. He is one of the main rea- are certain rights and responsibilities versity Advancement and Special amazing years at In fall 2009, I made one of the great- sons for the type of person I am. He that are offered to alumni. Projects UTEP and I have est decisions ever and that was to was the greatest role model and I’ve First, represent UTEP with the Executive Director for Alumni enjoyed every pledge for Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, always strived to be at least half the utmost respect and integrity as you Relations minute of it. Inc. The brotherhood is just an amaz- man he was. He was my best friend, On May 18, I ing thing to be a part of. Thank you my fraternity brother and my cousin. will be the first Adrian for leading me to these great Love you and miss you. in my immediate group of individuals. I immediately Also, thanks to Vero and The Pros- family to have a came out of my shell when I crossed. college degree. I feel very blessed by This opened up so many opportunities pector staff for giving me a chance to be the Lord and by the people who care for me to serve the community, be- creative. I’ve enjoyed working here and about me and have supported my come a better leader and just hang out meeting an amazing, friendly staff. decisions. with the brothers who will be at my Lastly, thank you to my beautiful When I transferred from NMSU wedding and at my funeral. Thank you mom Letty, my dad Jose, my sisters to UTEP, I immediately became hap- Craig and Jaime for the opportunity. Jocelyn, Annette, Corina and Sylvia pier and smarter.