Article by Gabriel Bassford & Photography by Valnae Granger | Owl Staff Finding your path in life is often a daunting task for most people. That sense of purpose can lead you down paths that you would never think of taking. Opening up doors of opportunity one would never have thought were possible. This is … Continue reading Ises Webb: Creativity Through Journalism
Springapalooza 2024: Fellowship and Fun at HCC
Photography by Stephen McFillin & Luke Teigue | Owl Staff Students and staff enjoyed spring-time festivities at Harford Community College, including volleyball, rock climbing, mini golf & more! Students challenged one another to a friendly game of "king of the hill." The rock climbing wall served as a challenge for those brave enough to try … Continue reading Springapalooza 2024: Fellowship and Fun at HCC
The Perspective of a Published Author: An Interview with Professor Susan Muaddi Darraj
Article by Luke Teigue & Photography by Stephen McFillin | Owl Staff Professor Susan Muaddi Darraj stands next to a flyer advertising her newest novel, "Behind You is The Sea." Personal experiences and real-world events can often inspire authors to create a story that deeply resonates with readers. With a background in writing and literature … Continue reading The Perspective of a Published Author: An Interview with Professor Susan Muaddi Darraj
Learning From the Next Generation
Article & Photography by Emily Riser | Owl Staff HCC education major, Emily Riser, enjoys working with her students. How much can a twenty-year-old sophomore in college learn from 50 nine-year-old fourth graders? As I sat in my bedroom in early November, waiting to choose my classes for the upcoming Spring semester at HCC, I … Continue reading Learning From the Next Generation
Recapping The Owlsy Awards 2023
Article by Brendan Flanagan | Owl Staff Owl Media's Owlsy Awards is an annual event that highlights student work. The 2023 Owlsy Awards took place in May, and many projects from throughout the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 semesters were recognized for their excellence. The Owlsy Awards are an annual ceremony hosted by Owl Media … Continue reading Recapping The Owlsy Awards 2023
Inside HCC’s Photography Department
Article by Brendan Flanagan | Owl Staff For more than four decades, HCC's photography department has been giving students the opportunity and resources to express their artistic minds in new and creative ways. Stephen McFillin, one of Owl Media's photographers, wanted to get a behind-the-scenes look into the department and ask students and staff about … Continue reading Inside HCC’s Photography Department
Meet Tracy Smith!
Article by Brendan Flanagan | Owl Staff Meet Tracy Smith, who will be teaching Intro to Journalism at HCC this semester! This semester, Intro to Journalism will be taught by former Owl Magazine staff member, Tracy Smith. Owl Media asked her a few questions about her return to HCC. "To return to HCC as a … Continue reading Meet Tracy Smith!
Otakon: Bringing Fans Together in DC
Photo Series by Brendan Hester | Owl Staff Every year, fans gather together to celebrate Asian pop culture at Otakon, a convention held in Washington D.C. Cosplayers meet up for a group shot in front of an Otakon backdrop. Cosplayers use a variety of materials to construct their own costumes. The game room features many … Continue reading Otakon: Bringing Fans Together in DC
From the Advisor’s Desk: Becoming Chief Advisor
Article by Brianna Skrivanek | Owl Staff Meet Owl Media's Interim Chief Advisor, Brianna Skrivanek! Hi! I’m Brianna Skrivanek, Owl Media’s Interim Chief Advisor. I first got involved with HCC’s student publication, formerly known as Owl Magazine, in 2018. It wasn’t until my internship in early 2020 that I fully joined the staff and shortly … Continue reading From the Advisor’s Desk: Becoming Chief Advisor
From the Advisor’s Desk: A Decade of Experience
Article by Stephanie Perkins | Owl Staff Meet Owl Media Content Advisor Stephanie Perkins! Hi! I'm Stephanie Perkins, the current Content Advisor for Owl Media. I was first involved with the publication in 2010 when it was originally The Harford Owl. I held many positions over my years on staff from Managing Editor to Chief … Continue reading From the Advisor’s Desk: A Decade of Experience