Features – Page 4

Ybor finds

February 27, 2019

Ybor, with its historical offerings, offers another thing to its community every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m from October to April and 9 a.m to 1 p.m from May to September. The Ybor market located at 1901 19th St. and it is the largest continually operating outdoor market in Tampa Bay since 2000. It i...

Tags: cool, DIY, Ybor

Why SGA is so important

Jason Turner, Staff

November 26, 2018

Every student should learn what the student government association is, what it does, who the major players are, how to participate, and why it is, or should be, important to them. Last month, the Hawkeye published “SGA: The student voice of HCC.” Last year, I wrote a piece on the Plant City SG...

Orion, the wonder cat

Vincent Centoze, Contributor

November 26, 2018

It’s sometimes unusual for animals to be hanging around on campus; that is, unless the campus is Plant City, which houses HCC’s veterinary technology program. Animals are frequent visitors and day residents. One of the most beloved denizens on the Plant City Campus is Orion the cat. Howev...

Christmas at Curtis Hixon Park

Magdalynn Pollitt, Staff

November 26, 2018

With the holidays fast approaching, Tampa bay will play host to many season themed events. One of these events is the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon Park, hosted by the Tampa Bay Lightning. From Nov. 16 through Jan. 5, the popular riverfront spot is transformed into a Winter Wonderland. Lights ar...

Plant-based fun in Tampa Bay

Magdalynn Pollitt, Staff

November 26, 2018

The ninth annual Tampa Bay Vegfest was held on Nov. 3. The vegan food festival was held at the Perry Harvey, Sr. Park in Downtown Tampa. This was a change in venue from last year’s event, which was held at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park. Attendees seemed happier with the new location, which has a lot mor...

SGA: The student voice of HCC

William Christian, Hawkeye Staff

November 5, 2018

The Hillsborough Community College Student Government Association exists to serve as “the medium through which students can actively participate in the programs and policymaking procedures of the College. The Student Government Association also promotes student participation in student clubs and ...

Laughs at the Improv

Yesenia Bustamnate, Staff

November 5, 2018

Down the historic streets of Ybor City is a small venue that has hosted many great comedians on their way to commercial stardom, and it is a comfortable, two story setting for attendees to get a good view of the entertainer, no matter where they sit. The Tampa Improv has become a well-established spot...

HCC Grad, Hunter of LIMBS

Jason Turner, Hawkeye Staff

November 5, 2018

What makes Jordan Hunter special? He is an HCC graduate and a guitarist for Tampa based post hardcore band LIMBS. When asked about other bands, Hunter says, “I grew up listening to a lot of Blink-182. They’re definitely one of my favorite groups of all time. Another all-time favorite artist is Justin...

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Spatola: from student to teacher

Jason Turner, Staff

November 5, 2018

Anthony Spatola is very excited to be part of Hillsborough Community College. He is the newest Veterinary Technology instructor on the Plant City campus. Spatola says, “I’m really grateful for the opportunity to be here. It’s a close family group and everyone knows each other like at ‘Cheers.’” Outside...

Itty Bitty, Instagramming Plant City

Yesenia Bustamante, Hawkeye Staff

October 3, 2018

On I-4 East, between Tampa and Orlando, lies Plant City. It has made its mark as the strawberry capital of the world. Unfortunately, if you search online, it may seem like there isn’t much to do there. This is where @IGersPlantCity comes in. Today is a world of technology, and the most popular...