Have a Blast at Miner Welcome Events

Texas Western Gold Rush kicks off the fall semester with energy, tradition and Miner pride! All students are invited to join at 7 p.m. tonight at Centennial Plaza. On Wednesday and Thursday at 10 a.m., learn about resources and opportunities at the Engage and Thrive Fair.

UTEP President's State of the University Address: Research at UTEP is Strong

Last week, President Heather Wilson congratulated University researchers for the continued strength of their work, touting recent successful University research initiatives.

UT System Regents Award UTEP $118M for Campus Revitalization

The funds will be distributed over three years to address critical maintenance issues. Priorities will focus on life and safety concerns, upgrades to high-value research facilities, restoration of building exteriors and core mechanical systems.

Turn the Ballpark Orange at UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas

6:35 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29 | Southwest University Park

This exciting tradition brings back the UTEP spirit teams, the singing of the national anthem by the UTEP Choir and commemorative T-shirts for the first 1,000 guests! Show your Miner pride by wearing orange!

Kali Uchis Returns to El Paso

8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28 | Don Haskins Center

The Grammy-winning pop star returns to the Don Haskins Center with “The Sincerely, Tour,” along with soul trio Thee Sacred Souls.

Marco Antonio Solís Brings World Tour

8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30 | Don Haskins Center

The iconic Mexican singer brings the “Mas Cerca De Ti” tour to the Sun City, singing from his decades-spanning back catalogue.

Malachi Nelson Appointed UTEP Football Starting Quarterback

Nelson will take the reins of the offense when the Miners kick off the 2025 campaign against the Utah State Aggies in Logan, Utah on Saturday, Aug. 30 at 5:30 p.m. MT. The game will be nationally televised on CBS College Sports.

Women’s Soccer vs. Tarleton State

7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28 | University Field

Women’s Soccer vs. Stephen F. Austin

1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 31 | University Field

Meet the New 2025-26 Faculty

This academic year, UTEP welcomes over 75 new faculty members and 27 additional researchers from around the world. This cohort includes research faculty and postdoctoral fellows supported by the UT System Regents' Research Excellence Program, which is designed to expand our research capacity and corresponding economic impact.

Plan Meals with Dining Services’ ‘What’s Open Now’ Feature

Eating on campus? See what’s open while you’re on campus using UTEP Dining Services What’s Open Now feature.

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