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“Malcolm’s Second Chance,” written by Alexa Fichera ’25 and illustrated by Charles “Zafir” Lawson, follows a young honey badger named Malcolm who learns the meaning of second chances. PHOTO COURTESY OF ALEXA FICHERA ’25

Illustrating hope: A story of second chances

Tayla J. Evans ’27, Features Editor October 22, 2025

When Alexa Fichera ’25 sat outside of SCI Phoenix in her mom’s car the fall of her junior year, she was nervous. She was still nervous when she entered the maximum security prison a few minutes later....

Rebecca Romito ’26 participates in TikTok’s “Best Day Ever” game for seven days in a row.
PHOTO: ZACH PODOLNICK ’26/THE HAWK

Make today the best day ever

Rebecca Romito ’26, Hawk Staff October 22, 2025

You would never believe it! I had the best day ever for seven days in a row! For a whole week, I played a TikTok game called “Best Day Ever.” Every morning, the first words I said were, “It’s...

GRAPHIC: SATINA SACKIE ’27/THE HAWK

Currently in Pop Culture: Jane Goodall

Olivia Gasparro, Features Columnist October 22, 2025

Jane Goodall, Ph.D, was a British primatologist, ethologist and anthropologist whose observations of chimpanzees in the wild and advocacy for their conservation made her a name to remember. She received...

The Passion Bowl from Amazonia Açaí comes with açaí base, passion fruit cream, cookie pieces, chocolate chips, strawberry, banana, mango and coconut. PHOTO: LISBETH URENA ’27/THE HAWK

Discover Madrid’s restaurants: Four places you can’t miss

Lisbeth Urena, Features Reporter October 22, 2025

You can’t turn a corner in Madrid without stumbling into a tapas bar, hole-in-the-wall café, or Michelin Star restaurant. In my time here, I’ve discovered numerous restaurants and cafés, and the...

Celebrity chef Grace Ramirez showcases La Latina Cocina to students in The Kettle Oct. 8.

Celebrity chef brings bold flavors and inspiring stories

Bryan Balmores-Jumarang, Features Reporter October 22, 2025

St. Joe’s Dining Services hosted celebrity chef Grace Ramirez Oct 8. to showcase her latest Latin American dining concept, La Latina Cocina, to students in The Kettle.  Ramirez is a celebrated chef,...

Participants in the 2025 Kinney Center Walk/Run for Autism launch across the starting line with the help of the Philadelphia Eagles' mascot Swoop. The Sept. 20 event raised money for the The Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support.
PHOTO: Courtesy of The Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support.

Walk/Run raises funds for Kinney Center

Naomi Conan ’27 October 15, 2025

The Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support raised $70,000 in its annual Walk/Run for Autism held on the Hawk Hill Campus. About 565 people participated in the 5k run or  one mile walk. Theresa...

Governer Pennypacker’s desk resides on the first floor of Drexel Library after being moved from the University
City campus. PHOTO: ZACH PODOLNICK ’26/THE HAWK

Archives Unboxed: Governor Samuel Pennypacker’s desk

Patrick Bray ’27 October 8, 2025

On the first floor of Drexel Library tucked against a wall behind study tables is a wooden secretary desk that belonged to Pennsylvania’s 23rd governor, Samuel Pennypacker. Pennypacker served as...

ILLUSTRATION:ALEXIS KAIN ’27/THE HAWK

Currently in Pop Culture: Tate McRae

Olivia Gasparro, Features Columnist October 8, 2025

Tate McRae was destined to be a star. From playing songs on her piano in her bedroom to topping global charts, McRae has begun to dominate the entertainment industry. Born in Calgary, Canada, she started...

GRAPHIC: BLADMIR LEMUS ’26/THE HAWK

Playlist: LGBTQ anthems

In honor of LGBTQIA+ History Month, we are turning up the volume on queer voices, past and present. First celebrated in 1994, this month is dedicated to recognizing the history, struggles and triumphs...

Sophia Galante ’26 tried to be a minimalist for seven days, giving up everything she didn’t need.
PHOTO: SAHR KARIMU ’26/THE HAWK

A week completely stripped down: My minimalist journey

Sophia Galante ’26, News Reporter October 8, 2025

Cleanser, hydrating serum, toner, bronzer, blush, retinol cream, mascara, argan oils, brightening cream, powder, body oil, perfume. We live in a world where women are pushed to consume products that will...

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