UTEP Rocket Team Places Second at International Rocket Competition

The Sun City Summit Rocket Team has claimed two victories at the International Rocket Engineering Competition, placing seventh overall out of 145 teams and second out of 21 teams in their specific rocketry category.  The multi-day event brought thousands of students from 22 countries.

In the News: Former UTEP Basketball Star Kayla Thornton Named WNBA All-Star

Kayla Thornton was named a 2025 WNBA All-Star reserve, the league announced on Sunday. This is her first All-Star honor in her 10-year WNBA career.

UTEP Researchers Reveal Alcohol Impacts Decision-Making in Males More Than Females

Alcohol consumption is widely known to affect decision-making, but a recent UTEP study found that the extent of that impact may have something to do with the drinker’s gender.

Learn Landscape Tips from Garden Designer

6 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 | Centennial Museum

In this engaging and free presentation, arid-region garden designer David Cristiani will share his insights on creating outdoor habitats that reflect the power of place, where thoughtful design solves real-world challenges in dryland environments.

Lunchtime Painting Session to Help Employees Unwind

12 p.m. Tuesday, July 8 | Union Building East, Templeton Suite Room 313

The Office of Human Resources’ Summer Wellness Weekdays invites faculty and staff to disconnect through painting for an experience to help relax, reduce anxiety and lower stress levels.

UTEP Online Name Change Marks Decade of Service

The update from the former name, UTEP Connect, marks 10 years of expanding access to fully online degrees for working adults, military servicemembers and those unable to attend campus. While the name has changed, the UTEP Online team's commitment to academic excellence, flexibility and personalized student support remains stronger than ever.

Being an Adult Moth is No Picnic, UTEP Research Finds

A new study by UTEP researchers shows that adult moths are more vulnerable to attack than when they are young.

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