Five UTEP Graduates Selected for Prestigious Fulbright Awards

Five recent graduates have been selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, earning opportunities to teach, serve and conduct research as cultural ambassadors in Taiwan, Spain, the Slovak Republic, Peru and Nepal. The Fulbright Program is one of the nation's most competitive international exchange initiatives, providing fellowships for research, teaching and graduate study in more than 140 countries.

Ozempic, GLP-1s May Help Curb Substance Use Disorders, UTEP Study Finds

A new study led by UTEP researchers found that use of weight loss drugs like Ozempic and other GLP-1s are associated with a lower risk of developing alcohol, opioid, nicotine and cocaine use disorders.

Campus Closed for Juneteenth Federal Holiday

The University will be closed Friday, June 19, for the Juneteenth federal holiday. Classes will resume on Monday, June 22.

Create Art at Second Pressed Flower Workshop

9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 | Chihuahuan Desert Gardens

The Chihuahuan Desert Gardens at the Centennial Museum will be the setting for the second installment of “Imprints of the Chihuahuan Desert” this week. Use the pressed plants from last week to make unique artwork.

UTEP Wellness Workshop Focuses on Creating Positive Mindset

10-11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 | Online

This online workshop will include strategies for improving self-talk, managing emotions and responding more effectively to challenging circumstances.

UTEP InSPIRE launches “Teaching in the Age of AI” Series

2:30-4 p.m. Tuesday, June 16 | Online

The Institute for Scholarship Pedagogy Innovation and Research Excellence will launch this workshop series, with the first installment focusing on exploring how instructors can more intentionally shape AI interactions to support meaningful learning.

UTEP Football Legend Will Hernandez to Host Youth Camp June 20

The UTEP Football Youth Camp will run from 8-10 a.m. Saturday at Sun Bowl Stadium for grades eight and younger. Hernandez, who's currently with the NFL's Arizona Cardinals, played on the offensive line at UTEP from 2013 to 2017 and earned back-to-back Associated Press All-America second team honors. 

UTEP Housing Applications Now Open

Make the most out of your college experience by living on campus! Apply at the UTEP Housing and Residence Life portal.

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