As the Spring 2023 semester comes to a close, the Horizons staff is again commemorating National Teacher Appreciation Week by highlighting some of the teachers and approaches that have had the […] Continue Reading
I’ve always enjoyed reading, but it wasn’t until I enrolled in Professor Carley’s English 102 course that I truly discovered my passion for reading. English was one of the subjects […] Continue Reading
As someone who struggled throughout high school academically and mentally, I never connected with many teachers. I was a below-average C and D student who showed up to class with […] Continue Reading
“You can do anything that you put your mind to. The only thing stopping you in this world is yourself.” – Cynthia Boynton, HCC Journalism professor “Well hello class!” Twice […] Continue Reading
Dear Bernadette, Although during our time together I referred to you as Mrs. Gaul, I knew you as Bernadette. Some teachers, especially at the elementary level, might consider it disrespectful […] Continue Reading
I felt lost. I was midway through my classes towards obtaining a degree in the human services field. I was certain about my natural passion for helping others, and willingness […] Continue Reading
Horizons staff was assigned to visit and carefully explore “Gestalt: An Invitational Exhibition of Regional Art Faculty” in the Chernow Gallery of the Housatonic Museum of Art, which features art work by […] Continue Reading
Three young girls sat in the park together, their bathing suits on and their eyes narrowed from the warm shine of the sun. They had been told they talked too […] Continue Reading
A shy, dormant boy holds nothing but a yearning and a glass of punch in his hand. Ivory stands to the corner of the dance hall, passively observing the people […] Continue Reading
Look at her standing so dark and bold. Her reflection has dated my scenery, overpowering my inner light. She taunts me with her sassiness. She colors outside the lines, seeking […] Continue Reading
From the moment it arrived, the Sludge changed everything. It was something that no one had ever seen before. Despite its fleshy organic appearance, nothing was human or even discernibly […] Continue Reading