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And the Oscar goes to...

by: Krisha Anne Niña Socito

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Hollywood's biggest stars and new ones came out to see the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theater.

Best Picture was awarded to 12 Years a Slave, while the film's Lupita Nyong'o won best actress in a supporting role.  John Ridley won best adapted screenplay.

The film Gravity garnered a total of seven awards in the crafts category including: best achievement in Cinematography, Directing, Film editing, Music written for motion pictures-original score, sound editing, sound mixing, and Visual effects,.

Although people were waiting for Leonardo DiCaprio's winning turn, the Academy award for best actor in a leading role went to Matthew McConaughey and  best actor in a supporting role went to Jared Leto  in the film, Dallas Buyers Club.  Along with these, the film also won best achievement in makeup and hairstyling.

Best Actress in a leading role went to Blue Jasmine's Cate Blanchett.

The movie Frozen, won best animated feature film and best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures-Original Song.

The Great Gatsby took home two awards including best achievement in costume design and Production design.

Twenty Feet from Stardom won best Documentary-features.

The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life won best documentary-short subject.

The Great Beauty won best foreign language film.

Mr. Hublot won best short film-animated.

Helium won best short film-live action. 

The award for best original screenplay went to Her by Spike Jonze.

Ellen hosts the Oscars

by: Krisha Anne Niña Socito

TV host, Ellen DeGeneres hosted the 86th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on March 2, 2014.

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DeGeneres opens the even by throwing playful jokes at Jennifer Lawrence, Barkhad Abdi, Bruce Dern, Liza Minnelli and more.

At one point Ellen orders pizza and gave out slices to Harrison Ford, Kerry Washington and others.  She also collected tips using Pharrell William's famous oversized hat.

To top off the night, Ellen made history bypassing a self on twitter and making it the most retreated photo.  The Photo was filled with Hollywood A-list stars, including, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Kevin Spacey, Bradley Cooper, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Lupita Nyong'o and her brother, Angelina Jolie and Jared Leto.

In four minutes, the picture got 120,000 retweets which caused the social site to momentarily shut down. 

Meet the newbies

by: Joanna Son and Krisha Socito

Joice O. Pangilinan

Age: 18

Why did you choose Mass Communication?

The program is really nice and I can see myself having a career in this field. I talk a lot, and this course could help me improve and put my skills in talking to good use.

Why did you choose St. Theresa’s College (STC)?

I heard a lot of good reviews from people about STC having the best training in Mass Communication. Aside from the fact that my aunt persuaded me to study in STC.

Which Non-academic organization will you be joining next semester?

I’m debating over the Speaker’s Academy and Sikabay. But I’m leaning towards Speaker’s Academy; I think they could help me improve my skills.

Fact:

• She sings well

• She does song covers with her cousins

Debra Mae J. Alvarico

Age: 17

Why did you choose Mass Communication?

I find the program interesting and fun. I could also improve my talent by taking this course.

Why did you choose STC?

STC has an environment that is conducive for learning and I’ve heard a lot of good remarks from other people.

Which Non-academic organization will you be joining next semester?

The Speaker’s Academy has a lot of relevance to the course I’m taking. It’s at the top of my list.

Fact:

• She has a unique speaking voice

• She plays softball in student government teams

Shanen Mae Balasabas

Age: 17

Why did you choose Mass Communication?

The program is interesting and I find it easy.

Why did you choose STC?

STC feels so close to home. I went to a high school with the same environment as STC.

Which Non-academic organization will you be joining next semester?

I’m leaning towards Dance and Sports (DARTS).

Fact:

• She does tricks in hula-hoop

Abigail Malate

Age: 17

Why did you choose Mass Communication?

My first choice was really tourism but my mom would not allow me. And then based on my National Career Assessment Examination (NCAE) results, I have high verbal ability. Mass Communication is among the list of programs that suits my ability so I took it.

Why did you choose STC?

The school’s location is accessible and it is offering the program that I wanted to take.

Which Non-academic organization will you be joining next semester? 

Speaker’s Academy

Facts:

She loves shopping. 

She likes posting photos in instagram

Xatti Ybañez

Age: 17

Why did you choose Mass Communication?

I find the course and its program interesting.

Why did you choose STC?

The school offers good quality education.

Which Non-academic organization will you be joining next semester? 

I like to dance, so DARTS would be the most suitable choice.

Who's wearing who?

by: Krisha Anne Niña Socito

Danica Rosales as Annabelle

(Photo Credit: Joanna Son)

She is not Anabelle Rama, but she can act like she is. This Buhilaman actress is Annabelle from the 2013 horror film, Conjuring.  Danica was wearing a black Lolita costume and a doll makeup.  To complete the look, she added a paper that says "Miss me?” Danica's costume brought the scare in the air.

Alexandra Arrieta as Holly Golightly

(Photo Credit: Kimberly Butao)

There may be no river on the moon, but this lady just ate breakfast at Tiffany's.  Audrey Hepburn's iconic character, Holly Golightly from the 1961 film, Breakfast at Tiffany's was portrayed by TCO's very own, Alex Arrieta.  Alex was wearing a little black dress, pearls, and a pair of huge sunnies. She topped it with an up do hairstyle and a diamond tiara

Shane Yapcoy as White Lady

(Photo Credit: Shane Yapcoy)

What is Halloween without a scare?  It is not a shocker that Shane Yapcoy garnered first place in the TCO costume contest.  She was wearing a traditional white lady costume paired with dark make-up.  

Joanna Son as Johnson

(Photo Credit: Krisha Socito)

One of the most shocking costumes was Joanna Son's "Johnson" costume.  She was wearing casual boy-next-door attire, knee-length shorts, collar shirt, a cap and some facial hair.