From current President Heather Wilson to making up more than 50% of the student population, women at UTEP continue to contribute to the success of the institution in academics. It comes as no surprise; they are also paving the way in sports.
From the first female coach Carol Ammerman to track and field champions like Melinda Sergent and Blessing Okagbare, UTEP women athletes have had a history of reaching career-highs along with earning conference alcaldes in their sport.
Below are some of the top women athletes paving the way for the Miners this year.
The UTEP women’s basketball team closed its season Tuesday, March 8, it finished the season 14-15, and 6-12 in Conference USA.