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The Hawkeye

The student news site of Hillsborough Community College.

The Hawkeye

The student news site of Hillsborough Community College.

The Hawkeye

The cast and crew of “High Rollers” interacted with closing night guests before the premier of the film.

Gasparilla International Film Festival

Faride Sukni, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

Trouble—that’s what John Travolta’s security ended up calling me. I had the opportunity to attend the closing night of the Gasparilla Film Festival on March 31. The final film was “High...

The HCC students of “Hawk Talk” pose with professor and guest Lorenzo Carswell (far right).

Hawk Talk podcast-Your campus voice

Lys Neishna Guevara, Staff Writer April 15, 2025

An ambitious team of student leaders at the Dale Mabry campus has launched an exciting new initiative—“Hawk Talk,” a dynamic, school-themed podcast created to amplify student voices and spark...

Hurricane Milton ripped apart a large portion of Tropicana Field’s fiberglass roof.

Tropicana Field: 2025 onward

Sam Alex, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

On October 9, Hurricane Milton struck Siesta Key, Florida. Initially a Category 5 hurricane, Milton weakened to a Category 3 before making landfall. The storm caused extensive damage, resulting in power...

The crew of Coconut Pirates were one of the 32 teams that plunged into Tampa Bay on Nov. 9.

Flugtag plunges back to Tampa Bay

Emelé Gaspar, News Editor December 8, 2024

Red Bull hosts an exciting event where creativity literally soars through the sky! Red Bull Flugtag races take place all over the world, from Poland and Turkey to Tampa, Florida. The Flugtag event...

Conceptual drawings layout the all new Epic Universe.

Universal Epic Universe opens May 22

Olivia Crandall, Editor-in-Chief December 8, 2024

As if Universal Orlando couldn’t be any better, there is a new and very exciting land coming! Drum roll… Epic Universe! You heard that right! The Universal Studios in Hollywood, California...

Sakura Turner balances parenting and studying while at HCC.

Mommy is back in school

Ryla Gray, Staff Writer December 2, 2024

In previous decades, women pursuing higher education often did so before having children. If a woman already had children, she was unlikely to return to finish her education or even start it. However,...

Fans enjoyed a range of activities during opening day at Steam Lit.

Tampa’s inclusive book corner

Ryla Gray, Staff Writer November 16, 2024

A new bookstore has opened in South Tampa that has romance readers rushing to the doors. Steamy Lit is an independent bookshop that caters exclusively to the romance genre. The store isrun by 33-year-old...

Gallery114 was packed with art enthusiasts for the juried art exhibition on April 11.

Celebrating Creativity

Natalee Gaspar, Arts Editor May 8, 2024

On April 11, Hillsborough Community College held the 50th Annual Student Juried ArtExhibition, showcasing the extraordinary talents of its budding artists. The event is a testament to the art departments...

Gallery114 sparked much discussion and interest from the community at the recent student art show.

A Spotlight on Gallery114

Ryla Gray, Staff Writer April 28, 2024

  Apart from their various art degrees and certificates, Hillsborough Community College gives students and community members a chance to experience the arts, from musical performances to visual art shows....

In Florida, the most expensive gas prices can be found in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Naples and Port St. Lucie, according to AAA (Shutterstock).

Gas prices are raising stress for students

Magdelaina Hutchins, Staff Writer April 28, 2024

  Lately, the issue of rising gasoline prices has been a cause for concern among people globally. Communities are facing the challenges posed by rising fuel costs. Its crucial to comprehend how these...

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