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Open House to Give Prospective Students a Crash Course in All Things UTEP
High school students and their families are invited to soak up the energy and excitement of college life at UTEP’s Orange and Blue Day from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14. Prospective students will find out what it means to be a Miner by touring the campus, meeting current students and exploring each academic college.
The free event, which is held in the spring, is based in UTEP’s Union Building East. After signing in, visitors will be able to meet with representatives from admissions, scholarships and financial aid. They will also get an overview of UTEP’s academic programs, student success initiatives, undergraduate research opportunities and student life, all while learning why UTEP is ranked #1 in the nation for improving the social mobility of its graduates.
Campus Spotlight:
Future Student Leaders to Participate in Third Annual 21st Century Scholars
UTEP has selected 129 students to participate in the fourth annual 21st Century Scholars Program from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, in the Tomás Rivera Conference Center on the third floor of UTEP’s Union Building East.
Students named as Century Scholars will go through a day of programming with an emphasis on essential career skills including communication in a professional setting, networking, self-promotion and working in a collaborative setting.
UTEP created the scholars program in 2012 to spark leadership and develop career skills among an array of students who are then expected to share the information among their many campus clubs and organizations.
For more information, contact Corey M. Bailey, director of UTEP’s Student Engagement and Leadership Center, at cmbailey@utep.edu.
Press Events/Photo Opportunities On Campus:
Tuesday, Feb. 10
1:30 p.m.
El Paso Natural Gas Conference Center
“The Time and What Must Be Done” with William P. Muhammad
The University of Texas at El Paso’s African-American Studies program is hosting a series of events for Black History Month. Please contact African-American Studies for any questions regarding Black History Month events at 915-747-8650 or dehealy@utep.edu.
Wednesday, Feb. 11
7 p.m.
UTEP Dinner Theatre
Carrie — Discount Dinner Performance
The musical Carrie runs Jan. 30 – Feb. 15. Based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel of the same name, the show’s original authors have reworked and re-imagined the vision of this gripping tale. As Carrie navigates the harsh realities of high school bullying, a new and violent power is unleashed inside her.
The show contains mature subject matter.
UTEP Dinner Theatre’s facilities are partially accessible to the disabled. Tables 27 to 51 are not accessible. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater.
The menu for this performance includes beef medallions with mushrooms and marsala wine sauce, potatoes au gratin, glazed baby carrots, garden salad with house dressing, snowflake dinner rolls, coffee, iced tea and cheesecake with raspberry topping.
Discount dinner performances for Wednesday and Thursday evening shows are $41.50 for adults; $39.50 for children 4-12 years old and for non-UTEP students; and $31.50 for UTEP students, who may purchase one ticket at this price. With a valid ID, UTEP faculty, staff and Alumni Association members, groups of 20+ and military personnel may purchase up to four tickets for $39.50.
Thursday, Feb. 12
1:30 p.m.
Union Building East, Templeton Suite 313E
“Dining with Ancestors: When Heroes Come to Dinner”
The University of Texas at El Paso African American Studies program is hosting a series of events for Black History Month. On Thursday, Feb. 12, Eric J. Chamber will give a presentation titled “Dining with Ancestors: When Heroes Come to Dinner.” Please contact African-American Studies for any questions regarding Black History Month events at 915-747-8650 or dehealy@utep.edu.
5-7 p.m.
Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
Opening reception for the exhibit “Authentic Texas: People of the Big Bend”
The exhibit “Authentic Texas: People of the Big Bend” is based on the 2013 award-winning book by the same title (University of Texas Press), featuring the photography of Bill Wright and stories by Wright and Marcia Hatfield Daudistel.
Wright and Daudistel spent more than two years interviewing and photographing residents of the Big Bend region – one of the most sparsely settled areas in the United States – to see what drew people to these rural areas in the vast Chihuahuan Desert, and more importantly, what kept them there. The two authors discovered “the reasons for making this part of West Texas home are as varied as the people themselves.”
The book is the recipient of the 2014 Southwest Book Award by the Border Regional Library Association.
The exhibit “Authentic Texas” will feature beautiful landscapes of the Big Bend area and stunning portraits and stories of the people who live there. The exhibit consists of photographs and stories included in the book, as well as previously unpublished material. Copies of the book will be available for purchase in the museum’s Gift Shop.
For more information, please call 915-747-5565 or visit museum.utep.edu.
7 p.m.
UTEP Dinner Theatre
Carrie — Discount Dinner Performance
7 p.m.
Don Haskins Center
UTEP Men’s Basketball vs. Charlotte
The University of Texas at El Paso’s men’s basketball team will take on Charlotte in a conference game.
7 p.m.
Union Cinema
Gone Girl — “Get Reel” Film Series
The movie Gone Girl is the next film to be shown in the Get Reel Film Series. The movie is rated R. Tickets are $2 for general admission or $1 with a valid Miner Gold Card.
7:30 p.m.
Wise Family Theatre — Fox Fine Arts Center
Dreamscapes: A Multimedia Dance Event — Faculty and Staff Night
Inspiration for this new production is taken from the work of visual artists such as Rene Magritte, Salvador Dali and Remedios Varo, as well as writings from William Shakespeare and Edgar Allen Poe. The combination of original, contemporary choreography by UTEP dance faculty with design by UTEP’s technical theatre program, the office of Academic Technologies and University-based visual artists and musicians will create a unique blend of artistic collaboration around the theme of our innermost existence, the dreamscape. Under the artistic direction of Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance Andrea Vazquez, this evening-long work will explore different manifestations of dreams in our waking, sleeping and subconscious lives.
Individual tickets are $13 for adults; $11 for UTEP faculty and staff, seniors, military, non-UTEP students, groups (10+) and UTEP alumni with card; and $9 for UTEP students and children (4-12 years old).
For Faculty and Staff Night, UTEP faculty and staff with valid ID are eligible for a buy-one-get-one-free offer.
For more information, please visit www.theatredance.utep.edu or call 915-747-5118.
Friday, Feb. 13
8 p.m.
Don Haskins Center
Gabriel Iglesias – “Unity Through Laughter” Tour
One of America’s most successful stand-up comedians, Gabriel Iglesias of “Fluffy” fame, will perform his show “Unity Through Laughter.”
Born in Chula Vista, California, Gabriel Iglesias is the youngest of six children, raised by a single mother. Growing up, the family lived in Section 8 housing in Long Beach, California. It was during his childhood that he developed a strong sense of humor to deal with the obstacles he faced. In 1997, he set out to hone his comedic skills and performed stand-up anywhere he could find an audience, including biker bars and hole-in-the-wall joints. He never could have foreseen the incredible success he has experienced.
His stand-up comedy is a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring his personal experiences to life. His unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages.
Tickets available at the University Ticket Center, ticketmaster.com or by phone at 915-747-5234.
7 p.m.
UTEP Dinner Theatre
Carrie — Dinner Performance
7 p.m.
Union Cinema
Gone Girl — “Get Reel” Film Series
7:30 p.m.
Wise Family Theatre — Fox Fine Arts Center
Dreamscapes: A Multimedia Dance Event — Military Night
Saturday, Feb. 14
7 p.m.
Don Haskins Center
UTEP Men’s Basketball vs. Old Dominion
The University of Texas at El Paso’s men’s basketball team will take on Old Dominion in a conference game.
7 p.m.
UTEP Dinner Theatre
Carrie — Dinner Performance
7:30 p.m.
Wise Family Theatre — Fox Fine Arts Center
Dreamscapes: A Multimedia Dance Event — El Paso City and County Employee Night
Sunday, Feb.15
2-5 p.m.
Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall
EPMTA Baroque Winners Recital
Winners from the El Paso Music Teachers Association’s Irma Kluck Baroque Competition will perform in the Fox Fine Arts Recital Hall. The concert is free and open to the public.
For more information, please visit http://www.epmta.org or contact Dena Kay Jones, D.M.A., at dkjones@utep.edu or 915-747-6625.
2:30 p.m.
UTEP Dinner Theatre
Carrie — No-Dinner Matinee Performance
2:30 p.m.
Wise Family Theatre — Fox Fine Arts Center
Dreamscapes: A Multimedia Dance Event — GECU Employee Night