Article by Tacy Brown | Owl Staff Tacy was four years old for her first figure skating competition, which was held at Ice World in Abingdon. Imagine your first memories being of cold air, sharp blades, and the echo of skates carving the ice. These are the majority of my first memories. My mother was … 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 to Social Media is a class taught by Professor Claudia … Continue reading A Social Media Lover’s Dream Class: An Inside Look at MC 210: Introduction to Social Media
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
From Problematic to Unlimited Potential: My Life With Autism
Article by Javier Benjamin | Owl Staff Javier Benjamin celebrates after being recognized for making the president's list during HCC's graduation on May 22, 2025. It all started before the age of four. I was born in Sulzbach-Rosenburg, Germany, on July 17, 2004, and then my family moved back to the United States, where I … Continue reading From Problematic to Unlimited Potential: My Life With Autism
Together Again: A Spooky Twist on a Husband and Wife Coming Home
By Josh Brethauer | Owl Staff Sunset at their home is where they want to be together. She gets home, hoping to follow him to his home. She is waiting nearby while he just wants to get home. Up the stairs, he can feel she's not far behind. He gets there just in time, making … Continue reading Together Again: A Spooky Twist on a Husband and Wife Coming Home
Owl Media Reaches Further Heights with Thirteen National Awards
Article by Brendan Flanagan | Owl Staff From left to right: Nneka Iweanya, Brooklynn Brown, Mackenzie Cooney, Ann Mervin, Tacy Brown, Eleni Fotis, and Claudia Brown. Owl Media, the student multimedia publication of Harford Community College, made history on the national scale, winning awards in 13 different categories at the 2024-2025 Pinnacle Awards sponsored by … Continue reading Owl Media Reaches Further Heights with Thirteen National Awards
An Autumn Drive Through Maryland
Photography by Owen Swain | Owl Staff While on a short drive from Bel Air to Timonium last year, I noticed the natural environment beginning to change with the change of the seasons. Amazed by the view, I took some photos to capture the beauty of Maryland in the fall. Orange trees stand tall alongside … Continue reading An Autumn Drive Through Maryland