UTEP Names Marc Knecht Dean of the College of Science

UTEP has named Marc Knecht, Ph.D., the new dean of the College of Science. In this role, Knecht will oversee academic programs, faculty development, research initiatives and student success efforts across the College of Science, advancing UTEP’s reputation as America’s leading Hispanic-serving university.

Army, UTEP Aerospace Center Sign Educational Partnership Agreement

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center and UTEP have entered into a new Educational Partnership Agreement designed to strengthen education, research and workforce development across critical STEM disciplines.

UTEP Research Suggests Victim-Named Bills Persuade through Sympathy, Not Policy

When lawmakers name bills after victims of tragedy – think Megan’s Law or the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993 – public support surges, but this emotional boost may come at the expense of sound policymaking, according to UTEP research.

African American Studies Program Scholar Lecture

7 p.m. Friday, March 6 | UGLC, Room 126

The African American Studies Program and Department of History will host prominent University of Texas at Austin scholar Ashley D. Farmer, who will present a talk titled "Rebel Archives: The Life and Legacy of Queen Mother Audley Moore."

Wildlife Conservationist to Share Journey to Endangered Animal

11 a.m. Saturday, March 7 | Centennial Museum

As part of the museum’s Biodiversity Hotspots Reimagined series, conservationist Rick LoBello will share his journey from the Paso Del Norte region to Rwanda, where he encountered the endangered mountain gorilla.

Learn About Rhodes Scholar Opportunity at Info Session

3:30-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 | Union Building East, Third Floor, University Suite

The internationally competitive Rhodes Scholarship provides successful applicants with funding for graduate study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

Vote on Election Day in Union

7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 | Union Building East, Riverview Room 102H

Stop by the vote center on campus to make your voices heard in the March 2026 Primary Election. Stop by the first floor of Union Building East, Riverview Room 102H.

Miners Close Out Season at Home

The men’s basketball team will close out the regular season with two home games at the Don Haskins Center, taking on Kennesaw State at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 5, and Jax State at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 7.

Softball vs. New Mexico

3 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 | Helen of Troy Softball Complex

Softball Home Stand vs. Sam Houston State

March 6-8, Helen of Troy Softball Complex

Get Commencement Gear at Grad Fair

Class of 2026: Order your regalia and medallion, check out bundles and get all the Commencement information you need March 6-8 in the UTEP Bookstore.

RSVP for Special University Event

Join UTEP President Heather Wilson as she reveals the plans for a major enhancement to UTEP’s beautiful campus. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 4 at 10 a.m. at the corner of Hawthorne Street and University Avenue.

Catch Science Studio Nobel Prize Series Online

Did you miss the Nobel Prize Series on KTEP's Science Studio? In this four-episode special, host Keith Pannell speaks with fellow UTEP scientists about the groundbreaking research that earned Nobel Prizes in Chemistry, Physics, Economics and Medicine.

Save the Date for Project MOVE

UTEP’s annual community service tradition is around the corner, scheduled for Saturday, April 4. Project MOVE (Miner Opportunities for Volunteer Experiences) will send hundreds of UTEP volunteers to volunteer project around El Paso. Registration opens the first week of March.

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