VJ HUNT 07

There are many reasons why this year’s VJ Hunt, which was sponsored by the Department of English and Mass Communications and SAMASKOM became a success.

First, there was unity among people who have been part of the productions. The spirit of volunteerism among students of A.B. Mass Communication 3 was obviously eminent.

Second, there were great ideas that were shared during the affair. Everybody has given their own sharing which have brightened the whole event in general. For that I would like to commend the great ideas, which were shared by these different bright people of ABMC 3.

Finally, I think the very reason why it became very successful is that there is passion in doing every task. Why so? We all love what we have done.

These things suffice the reasons why this year’s VJ Hunt was a very successful one.

Kudos and Congratulations ABMC 3.

SWEET AND SOUR

Filipino…where is your life going?

I have asked this question; perhaps for all the problems this country is experiencing right now. It is not undeniable that this country is facing so many problems that hinder the potential growth of every Filipino.

Today, the Filipino nation is facing its greatest crisis ever. What would that be? It is the fact that there is no direct way where is his life be leading.

He is now in the crossroads searching and choosing the right path, where he would be traveling.

I can see many potential Filipinos whom I think will make it, if they are just given the chance to shine. But because of these problems, they sometimes tend to be misled by all means.
But still, I know the Filipinos, they are very tough and strong, and I firmly believe that they will make their brightest spot in the limelight.

FILIPINOS...WHERE YOU GOI'N

Filipino…where is your life going?

I have asked this question; perhaps for all the problems this country is experiencing right now. It is not undeniable that this country is facing so many problems that hinder the potential growth of every Filipino.

Today, the Filipino nation is facing its greatest crisis ever. What would that be? It is the fact that there is no direct way where is his life be leading.

He is now in the crossroads searching and choosing the right path, where he would be traveling.

I can see many potential Filipinos whom I think will make it, if they are just given the chance to shine. But because of these problems, they sometimes tend to be misled by all means.

But still, I know the Filipinos, they are very tough and strong, and I firmly believe that they will make their brightest spot in the limelight.

CAN'T EXPLAIN MY HAPPINESS

I woke up today with a smile not so typical. I don't know why, but my heart and mind speak that I must be happy this day.

Why can't the world be perfect. Why can't people just experience happiness at all time, just like the happiness I do experience right now.

Well that is one fact of life, you can't never make things all fall into perfection. Yes, it would be a better world if everything is in the happy mood. But again, reality bites, life is never perfect.

With this, I envy those little children who seem not to experience any problem. When you see them, they are always happy, feeling well and only waiting for their mothers to call them and eat their meals.

How I wish I were a child right now, but time speaks, I am not a child anymore.

But thanks anyway because at least even for this day I could firmly say that I am happy.

How I wish this happiness will continue for the entire day, tomorrow and even for the coming more days.

To all my friends, my family, everybody who have shared moments with me, thank you very much. You guys are all the very reason why I am very happy this time.

Love you all guys.

ONLINE WRITING versus NEWSPAPER JOURNALISM

There are some differences when we talk about online writing and newspaper writing.

First, articles online are shorter as compared to the articles in the newspapers. Take for example, the articles in newspapers, you will be reading them for a time, but for online news articles, it would be faster for you to be reading them, since they are written, shortly.

Second, in newspapers, there are many advertisements that you can see all around in one page, but in the online newspapers, you will not see more, because they are grouped into boarders. What I mean is that there is a separation between news pages and advertisement spaces.

Third, it is obvious that reading an online article is more pleasing to the eyes rather than reading a newspaper which will surely make you feel uneasy because of the ink that scatters to the papers and the ink that spills to your fingers.

Finally, I would say that it is really nicer to read an online text rather than a paper text because if you somehow do not understand some part of the article, you could simply type into the search engine and find its meaning, which is a hassle task if you’re in a newspaper scenario.

I hope it will not sound that I am an online newspaper addict.

THE CURSE OF BEING THE PRESIDENT’S HUSBAND

In different press releases, newspapers, radio and television announcements, the name of the First gentleman Mike Arroyo is never being detached. He would even be a possible candidate for the Newsmakers of the Year. But, shall the Filipino people believe on every issue that is being hit and strike against him? Is there truth behind all these accusations against him? Or, is this a mere conspiracy?

During his privilege speech in the Senate, Opposition Senator Panfilo Lacson linked First gentleman Mike Arroyo to many untold stories of corruption in the government wherein proceeds of anomalous contracts and projects are allegedly personally delivered on him. Another thing is the controversy of his name being linked to Victoria Toh, of which was denied by the both parties.

But the question still remains, is there truth against these accusations.

Is it not possible that there are a lot of people who would like to destroy him and using this way, they think would be a very good instrument.

It is very unfair to become the husband or wife, whatsoever of whoever is the President of this country. With all your moves, there would be an equivalent interplay, be it positive, more so, a negative one.

Is this the curse of being the husband of the President of the Philippines? If this is so, how unfair it would be to him.

But still, to be very sympathetic to Mike Arroyo is an unfair task also. But as we move on, as days pass by, let us just see if these accusations would be verified as to their truth and falsity.

With all these things, I rest my case.

The Pinoy Media Congress

The Pinoy Media Congress is a very wonderful experience for us, Mass Communication students. A wonderful experience which have helped us realize the importance of our profession in this world.

Some people may say that our course is not that important in this world. They say that unlike in Nursing, nursing can save lives as same with doctors. They say that unlike Accountancy and Business Administration, practitioners can improve our country by saving our dying economy. And, in our field, they say that we just make stories which cause troubles in our country.

But, if may ask, who informs the people when problems arise in this country. Who reports breaking news which greatly affect the people. Isn't, we, the Mass communication practitioners?

In the Pinoy Media Congress, which we have attended last November 28-29, a particular session made me realize how important is our field to this society.
As a developing country, the field of Mass Communication is very important in telling the people of the news that are happening. Our major role is to be the Fourth Estate, or the watchdog of this society. And, we do this by responsibly writing and reporting whatever story that happen to the country.

Not only that, we are also playing a very crucial role by letting the people know the latest things existing in this world. Through the use of the advertisement and public relations, this becomes possible.

Because of the Pinoy Media Congress, I now have a great and noble respect for my field. How could I show then my respect for my field. I think by doing my best to become one day, a responsible, passionate, sincere, and dedicated practitioner of communication.

To the ABS-CBN Channel 2 who have given us the opportunity to become part of the celebrated PINOY MEDIA CONGRESS, thank you very much, CONGRATULATIONS and may God Bless you all.