UTEP Athletics to Host Texas Western Round Up

Saddle up for the Mountain West Conference, all in support of UTEP student-athletes. Supporters of UTEP Athletics enjoy cocktails, dinner, live entertainment and auctions at this annual fundraiser at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 in the Don Haskins Center. Guests can walk the orange carpet starting at 6 p.m., and the main event starts at 7 p.m.

UTEP Researcher Helps Develop Low-Cost Spray to Grow Tomatoes in Salty Soils

A new UTEP study found that a simple, low-dose leaf spray could give farmers a practical new tool to keep growing tomatoes on land that salt has rendered increasingly unproductive.

Glory Road Closure to Extend through Randolph Intersection

Construction on Glory Road will extend to part of Randolph Drive this week and remain closed through Aug. 28. However, the roads will reopen briefly to accommodate a major concert in the Don Haskins Center.

Workshop Offers Insight on Appropriate Use of AI in Classroom

10:30-11:50 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6 | Online

Not every learning experience benefits from AI support. Some moments in learning still require students to struggle, reflect, practice and think independently. This session in UTEP InSPIRE's AI workshop series explores how faculty can intentionally protect those experiences while still teaching in an AI-rich environment. 

Mineros en Mexico: Men’s Basketball Playing in Juárez

The UTEP men's basketball team is taking its talents south of the border as it continues preparations for the 2026-27 season. The Miners take on Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez (UACJ) on Monday, Aug. 3, and the Indios de Juárez pro team on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Both games will tip off at 7 p.m. at the Gimnasio Universitario UACJ. Admission is free.

Mark Your Calendar for 2026 Convocation

Join UTEP President Heather Wilson in celebrating the 2026 Convocation and presentation of the President’s Meritorious Service Awards on Friday, Aug. 21. RSVP by Aug. 13.

Save the Date for 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

The UTEP ROTC invites you to the 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb honoring those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. Check-in begins at 6 a.m. at Sun Bowl Stadium with program to follow at 7 a.m. Register now as a stair climb participant or spectator.

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