Article by Brendan Flanagan | Owl Staff From left to right: Brendan Flanagan, Tacy Brown, Luke Teigue, Kendra Shackleford, and Claudia Brown. Owl Media, the student multimedia publication of Harford Community College formerly known as Owl Magazine, has been recognized as finalists for a record-breaking thirteen categories in the 2024-25 Pinnacle Awards sponsored by the College … Continue reading Owl Media Makes History with a Record-Breaking Amount of Award Nominations
What’s In My Snack? Why Artificial Food Dyes Don’t Belong in Our Food: An Op-Ed
Article by Jason Hankins | Owl Staff The use of food dyes in snacks and other grocery items has had its place in food manufacturing for centuries, particularly in the United States. Note: This article shares the opinion of the writer and is not a reflection of views held by Owl Media. When I was in … Continue reading What’s In My Snack? Why Artificial Food Dyes Don’t Belong in Our Food: An Op-Ed
Why I Think an Autism Registry is Ridiculous: An Op-Ed
Article by Derek Roy | Owl Staff Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was one of many speakers at the "Defeat the Mandates" rally in Washington, D.C., which Owl Media was in attendance to cover on January 23, 2022. Note: This article shares the opinion of the writer and is not a reflection of views held by Owl … Continue reading Why I Think an Autism Registry is Ridiculous: An Op-Ed
Goodbye, Brianna!
Article by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff Owl Media staff celebrates Brianna's last day as Technical Advisor. At a two-year college, it can sometimes be challenging for a media publication to find staff members amidst the monumental task of balancing exams, work, studying, and social life that most students face on a daily basis. Brianna … Continue reading Goodbye, Brianna!
Why the Backyard Chicken Ban Needs to Go: An Op-Ed
Article by Brieanna Kozlowski | Owl Staff Besides being a source of eggs for families around the world, chickens can also make for excellent pets and provide hands-on learning experiences for kids. Note: This article shares the opinion of the writer and is not a reflection of views held by Owl Media. I never expected to … Continue reading Why the Backyard Chicken Ban Needs to Go: An Op-Ed
Turning the Tassel: A Look Back at the College Experience
Article by Brendan Flanagan |Owl Staff Brendan Flanagan is also a Spring 2023 HCC graduate and is currently employed as a technical advisor at Owl Media. Blinding lights & a roaring crowd filled Towson University's SECU Arena on Friday, May 23rd, 2025. Friends & Family cheered as graduates from the Fine Arts & Communications program … Continue reading Turning the Tassel: A Look Back at the College Experience
Reflections on Inauguration Day: An Op-Ed
Article & Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff On the day of the presidential inauguration, the road through Chinatown all the way to the Capital One Arena was lined with protesters, police, and miles of barricades. Note: This article shares the opinion of the writer and is not a reflection of views held by Owl … Continue reading Reflections on Inauguration Day: An Op-Ed
Strength in Numbers: Providing Academic Support for Arts Students
Article by Christine-Nicole Nyivih | Owl Staff Professor Claudia Brown (center) has supported students and staff at Harford Community College since 1998. According to the National Math + Science Initiative, only 36% of U.S. high school students entering college are prepared for university-level mathematics. Similarly, science classes can also pose a challenge to many students, … Continue reading Strength in Numbers: Providing Academic Support for Arts Students
Sexual Assault Awareness on Campus: An Interview with HCC’s Director of Public Safety
Article by Summer Grace & Photography by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than half of women and almost one in three men have experienced sexual violence. The experience of college, whether online, in-person, or anything in between, should be positive … Continue reading Sexual Assault Awareness on Campus: An Interview with HCC’s Director of Public Safety
Owl Media Wins Again with Six Apple Awards
Article by Luke Teigue | Owl Staff From left to right: Luke Teigue, Emily Crabbe, Tacy Brown, and Claudia Brown at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. Owl Media, Harford Community College's student multimedia publication, found success at the Apple Awards this year, winning national awards in six different categories. Student media publications from … Continue reading Owl Media Wins Again with Six Apple Awards