This is all conducted in the spirit of its creator, former President Haskell Monroe, whose scholarly field is history.
The UTEP Heritage Commission maintains and showcases the history of The University of Texas at El Paso since its founding as the Texas State School of Mines and Metallurgy in 1914. The commission works to collect and preserve countless items and exhibits, and also offer research support that provides a look back in time, so that we may share our heritage and life stories with future generations. I
05/20/2026
For nearly 70 years, Joe Gomez ‘70, gave his heart, soul and time to support the Miners. He was a 1966 team historian and a member of our Hall of Fame Committee. He worked behind the scenes to help refurbish our athletics facilities and donated many pieces of valuable memorabilia to the University. He is a beloved Miner and man and will be missed tremendously.
05/09/2026
05/09/2026
Throughout 2026, UTEP is celebrating an important milestone – the 50th anniversary of the UTEP College of Nursing. 🩺🧡
As we approach National Nurses Week May 6-12, look back on the college's history, with five decades of impact and more than 10,000 alumni who have served the Paso Del Norte region: utep.edu/nursing/news/nursing-history.html
05/09/2026
Save the Date!
💼 2026 Estate Planning Conference for Women
📅 June 12, 2026
🕛 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 UTEP Tomás Rivera Conference Center, Union Building East, Rm 308
This all-day event is designed for women at every stage of life who want to strengthen their financial literacy and learn essential estate planning strategies.
Hosted by UTEP and the Woman’s Auxiliary of UTEP, the conference is open to women community members, including alumni, donors, faculty and staff.
✅RSVP by May 29 at: utep.edu/giving/rsvp/epcfw.html
Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]
04/16/2026
Bhutan is often known as the happiest place in the world, shaped by deep Buddhist traditions, respect for the environment, and a belief in collective well being.
This photographic exhibition and Book Signing by Dr. David Francis explores the place, the people, the culture, and the hope carried by its youngest generation.
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Opening reception: Tuesday April 14 2026, 11AM
Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
03/20/2026
Heritage House on the first day of spring
03/20/2026
03/18/2026
FloraFest 2026 is almost here!
Join us on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UGLC Plaza on the UTEP campus for our annual Spring Native Plant Sale. Shop native and desert adapted plants that thrive in our region and support local pollinators.
Every purchase benefits the Chihuahuan Desert Gardens.
- Card only payments.
- Bringing your own wagon is highly encouraged.
11/21/2025
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