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Eileen Kaplan, Step UP Program Manager, outside of the Step UP office at HCC
Step UP and Be a Coach or Mentee
Patrick Pagano, with the featured image of his PICTOMANCY exhibit projected onto him
A Few Frames of Patrick Pagano
A victim of a cyberattack sitting at his desk after a breach
More Action Needed Against Digital Privacy Breaches in US
An RTA bus stop in front of Howard Community Colleges SET building
Howard County Needs an Infrastructure Overhaul
The Vivian C. Millie and William Harrison Bailey Food Pantry at HCC
HCC Holds Food Drives to Help Combat Food Insecurity
Official NFL football sitting on a field
2023 NFL Draft Pick Predictions
NCCA March Madness college basketball tournament bracket vector image blue and orange background.
NCAA March Madness Analysis
A T-Mobile Store exterior sign displaying the German telecommunications companys logo.
What To Know About The T-Mobile Data Breach
President Joe Bidens proposal to make community college free nationwide fell through in October 2021
Biden’s American Families Plan Cuts Proposal for Two Years of Free Community College
During her Oct. 5 testimony, Haugen shed light on Facebooks malicious tactics, which included intentionally promoting content harmful to teens mental health.
Facebook Whistleblower Exposes Platform’s Harmful Tactics
AI can do things that humans cannot, including predicting movement. (Craiyon/Ren Tabor)
AI Is Changing Our Lives
Hair restoration and repair mask OLAPLEX 3 and 6 Bond Smoother. (Deposit Photos.)
Everything to Know About the Olaplex Hair Loss Controversy
The Line Public Exhibition image showing the final project design concept
Is Saudi Arabia’s The Line the Future of Mankind?
During her Oct. 5 testimony, Haugen shed light on Facebooks malicious tactics, which included intentionally promoting content harmful to teens mental health.
Facebook Whistleblower Exposes Platform’s Harmful Tactics
The Coronavirus Vaccine: Positive Progress and Necessary Reminders
The Coronavirus Vaccine: Positive Progress and Necessary Reminders
Patrick Pagano, with the featured image of his PICTOMANCY exhibit projected onto him
A Few Frames of Patrick Pagano
A young woman pulls her hair in distress while studying math.
Math Anxiety and its Toll on Non-Math Majors
A custom digital graphic depicting people seated in a cinema
Is Cinema Dead?
AI can do things that humans cannot, including predicting movement. (Craiyon/Ren Tabor)
AI Is Changing Our Lives
Hair restoration and repair mask OLAPLEX 3 and 6 Bond Smoother. (Deposit Photos.)
Everything to Know About the Olaplex Hair Loss Controversy
A custom digital graphic depicting people seated in a cinema
Is Cinema Dead?
AI can do things that humans cannot, including predicting movement. (Craiyon/Ren Tabor)
AI Is Changing Our Lives
Official movie poster for Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer
Why “Oppenheimer” Should Be On Everyone’s Watchlist
Avatar woman in a magical forest
“Avatar: The Way of Water” Review
The Black-Haired Girl drinking a cherry soda in Kyoto, Japan
“The Night Is Short, Walk on Girl” Review: Walking in a Wired Wonderland
A custom digital graphic depicting people seated in a cinema
Is Cinema Dead?
AI can do things that humans cannot, including predicting movement. (Craiyon/Ren Tabor)
AI Is Changing Our Lives
Avatar woman in a magical forest
“Avatar: The Way of Water” Review
A young trainer posing playfully with a Pokémon Poké Ball.
Pokémon Anime Set To Move On From Ash Ketchum And Pikachu
A Froebel star adorning a Christmas tree with different color lights
4 Lesser-Known Holiday Films and Specials to Fill Your Stockings
A custom digital graphic depicting people seated in a cinema
Is Cinema Dead?
Official movie poster for Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer
Why “Oppenheimer” Should Be On Everyone’s Watchlist
Avatar woman in a magical forest
“Avatar: The Way of Water” Review
The Black-Haired Girl drinking a cherry soda in Kyoto, Japan
“The Night Is Short, Walk on Girl” Review: Walking in a Wired Wonderland
An image of a gold award for the year of 2023
The 2023 Oscars Overview
An NCAA Final Four edition basketball rests on hardwood with a hoop in the background.
NCAA Tournament Follow-Up
Todd Boehly, co-owner of Chelsea, American businessman, investor and philanthropist, attends the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Annual Blue Diamond Gala 2022 at Dodger Stadium.
Todd Boehly is Ruining Chelsea
Official NFL football sitting on a field
2023 NFL Draft Pick Predictions
Rows of National Football League footballs on display (Deposit Photos)
2023 NFL Mock Draft
HCC mens lacrosse freshman Face-off No. 3 Erik Harrell
No. 5 Howard Comes From Behind to Upset No. 4 CCBC Essex in Fiery Ranked Matchup
The Student Newspaper of Howard Community College

The HCC Times
The Student Newspaper of Howard Community College

The HCC Times
Amira Cooper | 2019-20; 2020-21

Amira Cooper | 2019-20; 2020-21, Writer

As a staff writer for two years, Amira learned new concepts and expanded her skills by regularly contributing to The HCC Times, punctuated by her phenomenal article "Graduating HCC and What it Means to Me". She specialized in writing opinion editorials on pop culture, as well as regularly reviewing movies, television and campus events. Amira aimed to inspire the people that read her work and gain more experience while working with The HCC Times team.

All content by Amira Cooper | 2019-20; 2020-21
Amira Cooper is graduating from Howard Community College with the class of 2021.

Graduating From HCC and What it Means to Me

Amira Cooper
May 27, 2021
Schnell Garrett has worked at HCC for the past 15 years.

Schnell Garrett: 15 Years of Inspiring Dedication to HCC

Amira Cooper
May 21, 2021
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier is one of the latest installments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

“The Falcon and the Winter Soldier”: Tackling Racism with Superheroes

Amira Cooper
May 18, 2021
George Floyds murder sparked some of the largest civil rights protests in American history.

Defunding the Police: Why It Needs to Happen

Amira Cooper
April 28, 2021
Student Life hosted a virtual talent show on Thursday, March 25th.

SPB’s Virtual Talent Show

Amira Cooper
March 29, 2021
College life has changed dramatically since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maryland College Life: Is Reopening Happening?

Amira Cooper
March 10, 2021
President Biden is making substantial changes to the executive branch.

The Transition from Biden to Trump

Amira Cooper
February 17, 2021
Madame C.J. Walker was the first female self-made U.S. millionaire. She made her fortune through hair products.

Madame C.J. Walker: A Self-Made Woman

Amira Cooper, Staff Editor
December 28, 2020
The holidays will look different this year-- but that doesnt mean they cant be merry!

How to Have a Quarantine Christmas

Amira Cooper
December 21, 2020
US President Elect Joe Biden and current US President Donald Trump.

Updates on the Coronavirus and How the Future President Will Deal With It

Amira Cooper
November 11, 2020
SPB Halloween Scary Story Winner: The Reaper’s Song

SPB Halloween Scary Story Winner: The Reaper’s Song

Amira Cooper
November 6, 2020
HoCoPoLitSo Hosts Wilde Readings

HoCoPoLitSo Hosts Wilde Readings

Amira Cooper
October 29, 2020
The 2020 One Maryland One Book Author Tour

The 2020 One Maryland One Book Author Tour

Amira Cooper
October 15, 2020
Updates on the Maryland Reopening Plan

Updates on the Maryland Reopening Plan

Amira Cooper
September 18, 2020
The Coronavirus Vaccine: Positive Progress and Necessary Reminders

The Coronavirus Vaccine: Positive Progress and Necessary Reminders

Amira Cooper
August 18, 2020
The JumpStart program allows current high school students to earn college credits from HCC.

Howard Community College Reveals Recovery and Reopening Plan

Amira Cooper
July 8, 2020
How to Stay Motivated while Staying at Home

How to Stay Motivated while Staying at Home

Amira Cooper, Staff Editor
May 15, 2020
Open Mic Night at HCC

Open Mic Night at HCC

Amira Cooper
March 9, 2020
HCCs Be My Dragontine Event.

A Superficial Holiday of Love

Amira Cooper
February 14, 2020
The Nature of Gifting and How to Do It

The Nature of Gifting and How to Do It

Amira Cooper, Staff Editor
December 13, 2019
Student Goverment Association meets (November 2019)

The General Assembly Meeting

Amira Cooper, Staff Editor
November 15, 2019
3 thematically carved pumpkins / History.com

The Dos and Don’ts of Halloween

Amira Cooper
October 28, 2019
Students gather around Duncan to celebrate the start of classes

First Steps to a New Start

Amira Cooper, Staff Editor
September 12, 2019
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