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The weeks turn over on campus and papers have been published. There are many stories that never even make it to a page. That's what happened with one I was covering. Associated Student Organization (ASO) was starting to take donations on campus for refugees of Haiti and Chile.
Although this story never ran in the paper I really feel it is an important issue. The donations will be taken for a few weeks in the Library and Student Services Center. The donations will be given directly to the American Red Cross, and go services in the affected countries.
“If every student donates $1, we could raise at least $15,000,” Elizabeth Mercado, ASO Director of Student Community Advancement, said. For more information on helping the Red Cross go to http://www.redcross.org/en/
<3 Heather
Talisa Rivers, 22, Sociology gives
blood for her second time, and
Lashawn Fuller, 9 year American
Red Cross Tech helps to do it
with minimal pain.
Hello it is Heather and I am back with some info on my latest assignment on the Disney documentary film "Oceans." This article I wrote never made it into the Arts page of the Union Newspaper, but was still worth the review none the less.
It was an amazing show of cinematography. I was amazed at the visual aspects and animals in the film. Yet the narration of it was extremely boring because of how monotone the voice was. He should stick to James Bond because documentary film is not for him.
This was a really well put together film and I was in awe, but bored at the same time. I loved the idea of the film, but I feel it was a bad execution.
The flow of the film was off. It was some animals like dolphins and whales and then there were some other animals and back to dolphins and whales. It was very random and annoying.
Yet all the scenes of the animals were captivating. There were some close up shots of animals have never seen before. Not to mention this was filmed all over the world in different oceans and coasts. Certain aspects were very impressive, yet the parts that were bad pretty much killed the film for me. I do not recommend spending the $12 to see this film in theaters. But I am grateful that being a journalist has given me the opportunity to enjoy the evening out.
<3 Heather
"Exhilarating visuals... A film that manages to show us things we've never seen."
Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times
For more info on where Oceans is playing or to see a trailer visit http://disney.go.com/disneynature/oceans/
Competing and attending workshops at Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC) convention held at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, and 20 members EC News staff were able to attend and had opportunities to learn life long lessons in journalism.
This event was the best journalism training I have ever had! It was living the life of a journalist through this three day long event. It was the most stress and fun I have had for a long time and gave me a breath of fresh air to fight for my dream of being a photojournalist. It also helped me confirm that this is what I want to do with my life, before it is too late. I recommend going to workshops and events based on your major to gain knowledge and also help point you in the direction you really want to take your life.
The best part was being able to compete in the photo competitions. I was able to do the news photo competition and the feature competition. They were intense and stressful! For our feature photo the assignment was to go out with all the other competitors and find your photo on Hollywood Boulevard. It was like really being out and looking for a wild art photo or even fining that feature story.
While I was there I got closer with my news staff and I have gained friends for life out of this experience. I also got to interact with known media members that took their time to teach in presentations that are tools I will use on everyday assignments. I am so grateful to yet again have another opportunity to grow as a photojournalist and am excited to put my new tips to work.
<3Heather
To view the on the spot results from the JACC L.A. State Competition visit: http://www.jacconline.org/conferences/state-convention/state-convention-archives/2010-on-the-spot-results-1.1314102
I am back and out on assignment with the semester moving along nicely. I am really excited to announce that the Photography department on campus is hosting a student photo exhibit in the library. The show will begin Friday, April 2, and feature works from over 70 different students. I have a piece that will be going up too!
It is very exciting because I was able to choose the photo I wanted to put up. Usually the photo assignment are dictated based on the story assignments in the news. I have a heavy schedule and find little time for leisure photography. In this instance I was able to put the usual news element aside and do what I love. Which is hockey and shooting photos.
In the end I am very excited to present my and every EC student's photographs in the Library. Many of our own Union photographers are involved in the display as well! It's going to be a great reception with music and more. For more information on this event and others from EC Photo department visit Darilyn Rowan's photo blog at http://reginarowanart.wordpress.com/
<3 Heather
