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UTEP Students Offer Free Tax Prep Services to Community Through VITA Program

KVIA••Katrina Villarreal
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Accounting students from UTEP are providing free tax preparation services as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which allows them to earn academic credit while becoming IRS certified. This initiative, led by Professor Sarah Robertson, is funded by an IRS grant through GECU and aims to protect taxpayers from predatory practices, returning millions to the local economy. As of February 2026, UTEP has processed 2,294 tax returns. The final service date at the GECU Terrace in Sun Bowl Stadium is March 6, with additional dates for international scholars on April 3 and 10.

Key Details: • Final VITA service date at GECU Terrace: March 6, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Additional service dates for international scholars: April 3 and 10, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Location: GECU Terrace, Sun Bowl Stadium, El Paso • Free tax preparation services available for all, including non-resident scholars

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