Article by John Merkel | Illustration by Caroline Cooney | Additional Reporting by Brianna Skrivanek & Jennifer Pezzella | Owl Staff From Sunday's contemporary worship to the reading of sacred texts in Ancient Egypt, religion has played a central role in human society for millennia. Regular spiritual gatherings stretch back to prehistory in an unbroken … Continue reading The Beginnings of Belief
Center the Mind: A Wellness Upgrade at HCC
Article by Matt Hubbard | Photography by John Merkel | Owl Staff A college education comes with no small amount of stress attached. Juggling assignments, quizzes, tests, exams and what little free time may remain is a great feat in itself. The stress and anxiety caused by this academic exertion could use some relief, a … Continue reading Center the Mind: A Wellness Upgrade at HCC
Sunshine Therapy: The Healing Power of Forest Bathing
Article by Robert Estes & Oksanna Shulgach | Photographhy by Alexis Knipe & Eric Walther | Owl Staff Imagine the sound of rustling leaves quietly brushing against the gentle earth, accompanied by the subtle crunching of twigs underfoot. A cool breeze passes over skin as the sun’s rays fall softly on your face. The iridescent … Continue reading Sunshine Therapy: The Healing Power of Forest Bathing