UTEP receives $7 million grant to elevate Hispanic student success in STEM
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has been chosen to become a center for thought leadership in Hispanic Serving…
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UTEP receives $7 million grant to study Hispanic scholarship in STEM fields
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The National Science Foundation is granting UTEP $7 million to lead thought among Hispanic Serving Institutions. The brand…
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Bowie High School receives state historical marker
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The state of Texas is commemorating Bowie High School’s long history with a new historical marker, installed on the school’s…
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TTUHSC El Paso and EPCC announce partnership to improve Borderland oral health care
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Hunt School of Dental Medicine at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and El Paso Community College…
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LCPS Board of Education to vote whether or not school resource officers’ contracts get renewed
UPDATE: The Board voted 4-1 to keep school resource officers. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education will…
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Emergency Aid Helps EPCC Students During the Pandemic
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA ) –During the COVID-19 pandemic, El Paso Community College (EPCC) some students faced unexpected financial challenges that…
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“He was a kid full of love”: Family grieves loss of Bowie band member after untimely death
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The mother of the Bowie High School band member who collapsed during a football game Friday night, now speaks out about her…
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3 Mayfield High students faint during 9/11 ceremony in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Three Mayfield High School students fainted during the school’s 9/11 ceremony this morning. “Paramedics were there…
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“They think they’re out there watching the World Cup”: Soccer leaders alarmed at uptick of adults’ misbehavior at youth games
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA-TV)-Youth sports today face double trouble with the success of stars like Lionel Messi, Ricardo Pepi, Megan Rapinoe, and Mia…
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Prayer vigil to be held as Bowie High School band member remains in critical condition
UPDATE: A GoFundMe has been set up for the family of the hospitalized Bowie Student. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A prayer vigil will be held Saturday…
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UTEP takes proactive measures to lower the risk of underage drinking
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Research has shown that the first six weeks of the semester are particularly vulnerable for first-year college students. They…
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Western Tech offering new program to help soldiers transitioning out of the army
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Western Technical College is now offering a program just for Ft. Bliss soldiers looking to transition to civilian life. This…
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El Paso high school students can expect major changes to the PSAT and SAT
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The College Board has announced the PSAT and SAT will go digital and students should prepare to adapt to the new format and…
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El Paso experts are redefining success for students
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Experts and educators are challenging the traditional metrics of success and advocating for a more well-rounded approach to…
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New school safety law takes effect on campuses across Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — House Bill 3 goes into effect Sept. 1, 2023, tightening school measures throughout school campuses in Texas. The bill hopes…
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Legacy of Native American boarding schools comes into view through a new interactive map
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press A group focused on shedding more light on the troubled legacy of boarding schools where Indigenous children…
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New Mexico’s top prosecutor vows to move ahead with Native education litigation
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — It’s been five years since a New Mexico judge issued a landmark ruling…
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso welcomes new nursing students
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students with the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Hunt School of Nursing took part in a White Coat…
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Juarez students return to school amid textbook fight
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — On Monday, over 290,000 students in Juarez returned to classes after their summer break. Students from kindergarten,…
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Classes at Gadsden Middle School will have a 2-hour delay due to a power outage
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — Classes at Gadsden Middle School will have a two-hour delay due to a power outage. Gadsden I.S.D. officials say power…
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UTEP students return for fall classes today
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso is stepping into a new academic year with excitement and innovation. As students return…
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UTEP School of Pharmacy holds white coat ceremony for largest graduating class
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –The University of Texas at El Paso celebrated the School of Pharmacy, welcoming the largest class ever with a white…
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Heart Health: City of El Paso introduces biking program to get kids active
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With children back in school the City of El Paso is kicking off a pilot program to get kids more active this year. The…
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UTEP sets new research, fundraising records
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP President Heather Wilson says the university saw record-high research activity and fundraising over the last year. She…
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UTEP keeping tuition, fees at the same level through Spring 2025
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — UTEP is choosing to keep its tuition and mandatory fees the same for the next two academic years. The University of Texas…
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NMSU pushing anti-hazing messages as students return for fall semester
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — It has been six months since a hazing and sexual assault scandal in the New Mexico State University Men’s Basketball…
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Texas students learning their STAAR results following changes to the state’s standardized tests
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Students and parents across Texas can now view their STAAR testing results from Spring 2023. Tests are taken over several…
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Clint ISD teacher receives national recognition
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — In the heart of Clint Independent School District, an educator is going above and beyond to provide profound support for her…
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Report warns about the dangers of social media to student mental health
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As students head back to class, a number of teaching and government organizations are expressing concern over how social…
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Cielo Vista Mall celebrating Texas’ tax-free weekend and the El Paso community
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As Texans across the state take advantage of savings this tax-free weekend, staff at the Cielo Vista Mall are celebrating El…
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