Article by Owl Media Staff From left to right: Alanna Hutton, Brooklynn Brown, Kalise Huber, Tacy Brown, Colin Lowry, Javier Benjamin, Ann Mervin, Eleni Fotis, Claudia Brown. Owl Media, the student multimedia publication of Harford Community College, brought back five national awards from the 2025-2026 Apple Awards sponsored by the College Media Association. Owl Media … Continue reading Owl Media’s Winning Streak Continues with Five National Awards
The Alumni Advantage: How Owl Media Preps Students for the Real World
Article by Owl Media Staff Owl Media intern Colin Lowry reads the first Owl Magazine that won a national award, which was for the spread “Crash Course in Counter Culture” by John Morin and Danielle Frater, featuring Rachel Morin on the cover. “My time at the Harford Owl, without a doubt, shaped my career. If … Continue reading The Alumni Advantage: How Owl Media Preps Students for the Real World
Growing Pains: The Benefits of Taking a Gap Year
Article by Josh Brethauer / Photography by Colin Lowry / Owl Staff Josh Brethauer will be graduating this spring with a degree in journalism. I found myself towards the end of my senior year of high school without plans to go to college, or a career or trade in mind. I decided to take a … Continue reading Growing Pains: The Benefits of Taking a Gap Year
Journey to Self-Acceptance: What Black History Month Means to Me
Article by Alanna Hutton | Photography by Tacy Brown | Owl Staff Alanna Hutton finds inspiration from Princess Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex. As a biracial woman, Black History Month has helped me learn and grow on my journey to self acceptance. I am African-American with some Nigerian background. At the age of five, I … Continue reading Journey to Self-Acceptance: What Black History Month Means to Me
Ice Chronicles: A Student’s Figure Skating Journey
Article by Tacy Brown My first figure skating competition at four years old; here I am standing on the podium with my medal. Imagine your first memories being in cold air, sharp blades, and the echo of skates carving the ice. These are the majority of my first memories. My mother was a figure skater … Continue reading Ice Chronicles: A Student’s Figure Skating Journey
A Social Media Lover’s Dream Class
An Inside Look at MC 210: Introduction to Social Media Article by Tacy Brown | Owl Staff Pictured left to right: Professor Claudia Brown, Abbey Kraus, Nneka Iweanya, Tacy Brown. On the first day of MC 210, I had no idea what to expect, but I'm glad I gave it a try. MC 210: Introduction … Continue reading A Social Media Lover’s Dream Class
Highlights from Owlfest 2025
Article by Brooklynn Brown | Owl Staff Rain or shine, the live DJ is having a great time Imagine a rainy day, a few clouds in the sky, and some catchy luau music. Your eyes go right to the big shark slide, and you can right away smell the amazing food. Owlfest 2025 was held … Continue reading Highlights from Owlfest 2025
Hershey Park’s Dark Nights: A Review
Article by Hannah Henson | Owl Staff Hershey Park's drop towers line the sky. During most of the year, Hersheypark is a wholesome playground for the entire family with mascots, thrilling rides, and delicious treats. On Halloween, however, it takes a dark turn. When the sun goes down on a cold October night, there’s a witching hour that … Continue reading Hershey Park’s Dark Nights: A Review
Drawing the Line: Students React to Extremist Group on Campus
by Nneka Iweanya | Owl Staff Aden Rusfeldt, center, leader of the extremist religious group, "Key of David," holds up a derogatory sign while visiting the HCC college campus on October 2. Hate Arrives at HCC Campus Students arriving for class on October 2nd encountered a scene that many described as shocking, tense, and deeply … Continue reading Drawing the Line: Students React to Extremist Group on Campus
The Most Needed Reunion
Photography By Kalise Huber | Owl Staff Stressed exhaustion leaves me fearful at BWI, will I be able to maintain a good mood? I finally find the comfort and reassurance I'm looking for. We've made it back to the place of happiness and freedom. We take some time for recollection as I take in the … Continue reading The Most Needed Reunion