Article by Dominic Lafrencesca | Photography by Kennedy Wilson | Owl Staff One of the first times I ever went on stage to do comedy was at a dingy fish restaurant in Havre de Grace. I stood in front of seven elderly women, who wanted nothing but a peaceful meal, but were instead obstructed by … Continue reading Memoirs From The Underground College Comedy Club Circuit
Selfie Love
Article by D'Asya Nelson | Owl Staff "Mix it up/have fun Be yourself! Don’t be afraid to try different poses or silly faces" Picture this: a good hair day, a great outfit, and the perfect photo opportunity. Every day, people everywhere are inspired to snap a selfie. Unfortunately, once the picture has been taken, the … Continue reading Selfie Love
Beauty on the Go
Article by Bre Mascetti | Photography by Josh Eller | Owl Staff Whether you are backpacking across a mountainous terrain or exploring the old cobble stone roads of Europe, for some of us, style is a must. We spoke with avid explorers willing to share their tried-and-true travel tips on how to stay stylish while … Continue reading Beauty on the Go
Kitchen Cosmetics
Article by Georgina Cammayo | Photography by Neil Harman | Owl Staff Before mega cosmetic outlets like Ulta and Sephora existed, there was the grocery store. While trusted (and chemically processed) beauty products are within your comfort zone, cheaper and healthier alternatives could be lurking in your own kitchen. If you like experimenting with makeup, … Continue reading Kitchen Cosmetics
Beauty on a Budget: More Bling for your Buck
Article by McKenzie Edwards | Photography by Diamond Dixon | Owl Staff A few months ago, I picked up a pair of earrings in American Eagle: $17.50 for something plain brown with a shelf-life that will break by the time I go shopping again? In stores around the mall, earrings can cost anywhere from $8.50 … Continue reading Beauty on a Budget: More Bling for your Buck
Bigger than Hip-Hop: A Return To Conscious Rap
Article by Georgia Cammayo | Photography by Neil Harman | Owl Staff “In the old days, it was easy to defend rap music on [an] intellectual level. You could break it down intellectually why Grandmaster Flash was art, why Run D.M.C. was art, why Whodini was art,” comedian Chris Rock says to the crowd. “I … Continue reading Bigger than Hip-Hop: A Return To Conscious Rap
Sustainable Fashion: Cleaning up a Polluted Industry
Article by Georgina Cammayo | Photography by John Morin | Owl Staff A survey in Huffington Post claims that the average woman has $550 worth of unworn clothing in her closet. Factor in an environmental perspective, and that’s about $550 spent on unused items by one woman alone. Fashion is a multi-billion-dollar industry that is … Continue reading Sustainable Fashion: Cleaning up a Polluted Industry
The YouTube Revolution: Using Social Media for Social Change
Article by Faras Aamir | Photography by John Morin | Owl Staff Immediately after the crowning, the 2014 Miss America pageant winner, Nina Davuluri, was harassed across many different social networks by dozens of Americans simply for being an Indian American. Tweets and racial posts were sent out by outraged viewers, mostly reminding everyone that … Continue reading The YouTube Revolution: Using Social Media for Social Change
Baltimore to Big Time: The Rise of Bishme Cromartie
Article by Laurise McMillian | Owl Staff Move over Michael Kors; there’s a new designer making his mark in the fashion industry, and his name is Bishme Cromartie. The 23-year-old Baltimore native was aware of his passion for fashion at a very young age. From cutting up socks for doll clothes to curating his own … Continue reading Baltimore to Big Time: The Rise of Bishme Cromartie
Thrift Store Chic: Vintage Finds on a Dime
Article by Takiya Eastmond | Additional reporting by Nadia Kaczkowski | Photography by Maddie de Long | Owl Staff Friday rolls around and that can only mean one thing: the weekend’s here. You’ve been asked on a date and you want to buy a great outfit, but don’t necessarily want to break the bank either. … Continue reading Thrift Store Chic: Vintage Finds on a Dime