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Jenna McKee

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer

What’s up I’m Jenna! This is my second year at ECC and I’m studying to become a park ranger. I love nature, fashion, and music, as well as playing guitar. I’ve always enjoyed writing and I’m excited to hone in this interest :)

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Lake Spartan on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.

Native Roots: A History of ECC’s Campus

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
May 13, 2023
A concert attendee sits on their phone while a band plays on stage, displaying what many consider poor etiquette.

“We’re All on the Same Wavelength”: Has the Local Music Scene Saved Concert Etiquette?

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
a goose stands by the water of Lake Spartan on April 4, 2023.

Photos: Into the Natural Side of ECC

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
April 8, 2023
There are oak trees (scientific name Quercus tree) on ECC's campus.

A robin looks for food on ECC's campus.

River Birch trees with lichen moss are found on the ECC campus.

Betula nigra, also called River Birch trees, are found on the ECC campus.

Two ducks swimming in Lake Spartan on April 4, 2023.

Ganoderma Lucidum, a red shelf mushroom native to Illinois, is found on ECC's campus.

Weissia Controversa (also called "Pigtail Moss") found on ECC's campus.

Musics of the World Professor Jeff Hunt plays the gong.

“Music Plays Different Roles in our Lives ” How music has impacted ECC staff

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
March 25, 2023
Musics of the World Professor Jeff Hunt plays the piano in his classroom.

Musics of the World Professor Jeff Hunt plays the Indonesian Gamelan instrument "Gambang."

Musics of the World Professor Jeff Hunt plays the Indonesian Gamelan instrument "Gambang."

Megan Castillo laughs as she plays an arcade game at the Underground Retrocade.

The Midwest Dilemma: What the Heck is There to Do Around Here?

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
March 4, 2023
Front door of Color Me Mine in Geneva, IL.

Urban Air Adventure Park front sign in St. Charles, IL.

A very basic pull of nine Oracle Cards that focuses on past, present, and future.

Card readings from a non-spiritual perspective

Indie Wilson, Hannah Soukup, and Jenna McKee
February 11, 2023
ECC student Mark Suarez in a black monochrome outfit, accessorized with silver earrings.

Zsu Zsu Mack with an assortment of accessories, including golden rings and a crystal bracelet.

Sustainable Fashion and Personal Expression Go Hand-in-Hand for ECC Students

Jenna McKee, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
Second year ECC student Gianna Daufenbach reveals another one of her tattoos, which is a quote that reads, "One day at a time." Due to struggling with anxiety and overthinking about the future, she got the tattoo to remind herself to take things one at a time.

Second year ECC student Gianna Daufenbach reveals her flower tattoo, which was not only her first tattoo, but it also symbolizes her grandmother's favorite flower. Daufenbach, who was 17 when she got the tattoo, explained how her grandmother passed away when she was really young and how she felt really close to her, prompting her to get the artwork imprinted on her arm.

ECC student Hailey Luckowski shows off her $uicideboy$ tattoo, which represents her favorite band/artist.

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