Researchers Discover Compound that Fights Cancer

A team led by Renato Aguilera, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, has identified a compound that successfully kills leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells, potentially paving the way for new forms of therapy. ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎

UTEP Legend Don Haskins to be Honored with Statue

Haskins, the former head coach at Texas Western College — now UTEP — is most recognized for leading the Miners to a national title. The public is invited to view the statue during a pep rally on Saturday, Feb. 24.

Rubin Center Hosts Honduran Artist’s First U.S. Solo Exhibition

Adán Vallecillo, whose work is found in collections across the globe — from New York’s Bronx Museum to the Daros Latinamerica Collection in Zürich, Switzerland — will debut his contemporary art exhibition at UTEP.

Have a Blast at Pete’s Inflatable Fiesta

6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23 | Recreation Center

Miners, get ready for an inflatable extravaganza! Grab your friends for a night of fun.

Learn How to Make a Snow Globe

6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24 | Miner Canyon, Miner Heights and Summit Hall

Students, come learn how to make a snow globe to help decorate your apartment. Be sure to bring your Miner Gold Card.

Attend ‘A Waddle Through Time’ Opening Reception

1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 | Centennial Museum

“A Waddle Through Time: Ducks, People and the Conservation Odyssey” is an exhibit that unveils the fascinating – and often surprising – tale of humans and ducks. From adorning feathered heads to starring in viral videos, ducks have woven themselves into the fabric of our lives in ways you never imagined.

Women’s Basketball vs. LA Tech

7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 | Don Haskins Center

Women’s Tennis vs. Tarleton State

12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26 | El Paso Tennis Club | Free event

Women’s Basketball vs. Sam Houston

2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 | Don Haskins Center

Prepare for Your Job Search at Career Week

Before heading to the Spring Career Fair Feb. 1-2, learn how to craft your resume, participate in mock interviews and more at a variety of Career Week events that begin today!

Join the Graduate Writing Retreat

Looking to make progress on your thesis, dissertation, fellowship application or other capstone writing project? Join fellow grad students at the Graduate Writing Retreat on Friday, Jan. 26 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. A peer writing coach will be on site to assist.

In the News: UTEP to Help People with Disabilities

College of Health Sciences faculty members Beatrice Lee, Ph.D., and Emre Umucu, Ph.D., will study employment barriers among veterans and Asian Americans with disabilities in hopes of improving outcomes.

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