"NEVER SEEN OSCAR LIKE THIS"

ALL FASHION AND PR MAJORS!

The Academy Awards presents

THE OSCARS

(Photo Left: Me with an Oscar Award)

Last week in promotion and preparation to the Academy Awards Oscar night they had an event in NYC. I arrived around 1 in the afternoon to the set up. The event was sponsored by long time association with the Academy - KODAK. All Fashion majors know what is seen and worn on the red carpet of the big night is a huge deal to those celebrities, it could possible make or break their careers.

As I took glances at the actual Oscar award statues I made sure to read the side descriptions of each. The real award that was given to Judy Garland was on display in a beautiful glass display as well. It really was quiet something to see and experience.

" Kodak is very proud to join the Academy in paying tribute to the artistry and creativity of the motion picture industry - and the amazing work that has kept us laughing, crying and cheering through out the years. We congratulate all of this year's Academy Award nominees for their extraordinary achievements."

The actual award show was last night (Sunday, March 7th on the ABC Network). I was rooting for the movie "Precious" to win some awards. It was a touching movie to watch! I will most likely do a blog on that movie soon in relation to a few things. The supporting actress was very well known and liked comedian Mo'nique who had received a Oscar last night for that movie. Seeing her play such a serious role was shocking and very intriguing. The award for Best Female Actress went to Sandra Bullock for her performance in "The Blind Side." I am yet to see that movie but her speech was both funny and heartfelt. She thanked her mother whom she noted that she apologizes that she had never thanked before when she in the past has won awards. Her mother had past away and this was her moment of glory. It was very touching also when she thanked all the mothers who take in and take care and love the children who are not biologically theirs. It was so sweet. (It was also in relation to her role in the movie where she plays a real life mother hero taking care of someone who isn't her child.)

"While accepting her award, an emotional Bullock thanked "what this film was about for me, which are the moms that take care of the babies and the children no matter where they come from."

Here are some Fun Facts!

* Over the 82 year history of the Academy Awards the majority of OSCAR winning movies have been created using KODAK motion picture film.

*KODAK has earned 8 OSCARS from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences.

* Since it was built in 2001 the KODAK Theatre is considered the offical home of the OSCAR AWARDS.

CONGRATS TO ALL THE WINNERS LAST NIGHT!

Everyone looked stunning!

DONT FORGET TO TAKE THE STUDENT POLL in

THE STUDENT CENTER

[PARAMUS CAMPUS]

DEARJOHN / SEIZURE AWARENESS

DEARJOHN Continuation..

(Photo: Berkeley Students Anam & I)

Both Students pictured agree to DEAR JOHN being one of the best novels written that will touch your heart.


If you readers enjoyed or are simply interested in the story of DEARJOHN written by the amazing Nicholas Sparks, you may like this.


I figured to compile a few samples from this book that had touched me the most, without giving away parts of the chapters they belong to. Like I have said before in my previous blog I personally believe the novel is way better than the film. Check it out for yourself! Do you agree?

*Cutest Moments from DEARJOHN*

1. "She had the rare ability to be exactly what people needed when she was with them and yet still remain true to herself." (referring to Savannah)


2. "But instead I stay where I am and stare up at the moon as well. And with the briefest instant, it almost feels like we're together again."


3. "We strolled down the beach, and as we neared the house, we moved away from the waters edge, into the softer sand. Our feet slipped with every step, and I could feel Savannah tighten her grip on my hand."

SEIZURE FIRST AID!

Purple Day- March 26th

If someone was having a seizure would you know what to do? On the 26th I will give you the facts and information! Please wear purple on this date! Spread love and awareness!

http://www.purpleday.org/

ALSO, PLEASE TAKE THE STUDENT POLL

What is your favorite class, here at Berkeley?

It is set up on the side glass table where students and staff put useful information and some advertisement in the student center by the book store.

Thank You!

DEAR JOHN

Internet in my house has been down, due to the snow storm last week. I apologize. When the roads finally cleared by Saturday I was able to go to the movies with my best friend Ally. I've been reading the book DEARJOHN for a about 2 months and just completed it in time to see it in the theatres.




We were very pumped up to go see it. Unfortunately, I didn't like the movie. It was to rushed and seemed incomplete. The book and film were different in some major ways. If you read the book their is a cute "thing" dealing with the full moon that the film does not imply exactly nor use. It upset me because that "thing" is what had me in tears at the end of the book.







Review the movie for yourself. Tell me what you think. Read the book! I promise its an excellent read!

Check it out here!
http://www.dearjohn-movie.com/

_______________________________________________Reality

I had explained to you before, due to the snow storm my internet cable had snapped and I am unable to blog from home. I hope all of you were safe and able to travel with no harm! Its hard, because now alot of us have alot of work to catch up on due to cancelled classes!

Good Luck to All!

SNOW DAY FOR BERGEN CAMPUS

A Day Snowed In At My Home..

Once again, another snow day. Don't know about you, but i dislike snow very much for many reasons besides the obvious. This morning I woke up to a BERK ALERT about cancelled classes for today at the Bergen Campus of Berkeley. I'm so glad Berkeley sends those texts to our phones, its great! Saves us from alot of trouble! Its comes in handy at times like this! -ugh.. snow storms.

I been shoveling non-stop all day. Hours stright with my family. The three of us are exhasted. The news claims that it will be snowing till Sunday! UGH!

While I was drinking hot coco in my kitchen, my outdoor pet Lucky came to visit by the window. I was shocked, wondering why he was out in the cold and not in the little house we made him.

Long story short, when he was born he was left abandoned by family and pushed out of the tree. My one dog brought him in the house and we took care of him till he was better and old enough to be outside on his own. Ever since, everyday at 6pm (dinner time) he goes to the kitchen window while were eating and the puppies go to the window and greet him than we feed him peanuts. Here are some photographs from today.

Lucky eating.

Here is a photograph taken from inside my kitchen of my one dog Snoop and Lucky outside on the other side of the glass waving hello. Haha

Its amazing how they interact with each other and respond. Lucky actually responds to his name when we call him outside or to come in.

I guess its because since he was little and was being raised inside my home that he would be on the floor or on the backs of my dogs.

SO ADORABLE. I thought i'd share.

I have to go back out and shovel again soon. Before that time comes, I have to work on my paper for my Business Organization Class and submit it through blackboard online.

(Lucky's Home) On your right...

Well, I hope you all enjoy your day off due to cancelled classes and get some rest. If for any reason you must be on the road, take your time and be careful!

Student Life

Today I have my computer applications class, I wonder what it will consist of since last class was cancelled due to snow. We are currently working on Power Point presentations. I've been using the program since I was younger but the new version had so much more to offer and thank lord for this class, otherwise I wouldn't know what half of the little logos stand for!

As for my Business Class I checked Blackboard and apparently we have a paper due this Thursday. I'm going to have to really set some time aside and work on that! Its on the topic of Management. Untill this chapter I didnt really know the stategies and details that holds management fully together.

Aside from my courses and personal student life ..I want to know about YOU, my peers.

As a Health Services Major myself, I just wonder what is the most popular major and what course everyone seems to like best here at Berkeley.

I will be putting together a student poll on this, look out for it! AND PLEASE VOICE AND LEND UR OPINIONS! :)

THANK YOU!

Geting Ready For Next Quarter

I hope everyone's making their schedules, or has them already set! Also, I wanted to let everyone know in the student center there is handouts about the FAFSA deadline for Berkeley which is May 1, 2010. If you have any questions or need help contact Financial Aid Department.

Speaking of, I am going to do that next week. I've never had to apply before so I am new to it as well as you may be!

Tuesday my computer application class was cancelled due to the snow. I had already arrived there when they had put up the sign, so I did work anyways in the computer lab that I needed to make up. It was nice and peaceful, other students did work as well since they made the drive.

As long as Im on that topic. If anyone is having problems or would like to check into geting a tutor.

Berkeley provides tutoring for :

Accounting
Computer Applications
Math
Reading
Writing
Study Skills - Time Management and Test Taking Strategies.

All you have to do is make an appointment!

Go to Tutor Trac!
http://tutortrac.berkeleycollege.edu

than logg in with your Blackboard user name and password.

Next, click on "Go To" and "Make an Appointment".

Simple, as 1-2-3!

(: Finals are coming up soon! Be Ready! Be Prepared!

I am totally nervous about my Business Organization Final. I'm already re-studying previous chapters!

CALLING ALL ART MAJORS!

This weekend was colored PINK AND RED where-ever you went. A weekend of LOVE. Valentine's Day Weekend. I hope you all had a nice one with family, friends and loved ones!

I spend my Valentines Day weekend mostly in New York City. My boyfriend and I had tickets in advance to the Tim Burton Exhibit at the MoMa ( Museum of Modern Art ). It was awesome, seeing all his work dating back to when he was young. If any of you readers are Art majors at Berkeley its defiantly something to take advantage of and check out! This exhibit will be there till mid-April!

Tim Burton's Exhibit

-Things from his childhood.

-Art from his beginner days
-His Doodles.
-ITEMS and DRAWINGS FROM ALL HIS CREATIONS AND FILMS.

THE FILM SCHEDULE

* Tickets to MoMa / Tim Burton Exhibit include free films on certain dates.
There are more but here are the most popular films and their scheduled times.

Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

March 10th at 4PM
April 11th at 5PM

BeetleJuice
March 6th at 4PM
April 9th at 7PM

Batman
April 5th at 4;30PM

Edward Sissorhands
April 26th at 8:00 PM

Batman Returns
March 8th at 8:00PM
April 5th at 8:00PM

The Nightmare Before Christmas
April 25th at 5:00PM

Sleepy Hollow
April 6th at 4:30PM

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
April 15th at 8:00PM

Corpse Bride
March 5th at 4:00PM
April 24th at 2:00PM

Sweenty Todd
March 5th at 7:00PM
April 10th at 4:00PM

So many people from all over were viewing his work. It was crowded, I mean we did go on a Friday afternoon! Tim Burton's work is well known and recognized all over. Did you know his next project is the upcoming Disney Film - Alice in Wonderland!

Here are a few photos that I was able to take at the Exhibit:

(Edward Sissorhands, Drawings, and Batman)

The MoMa has many things to offer and see. I loved and highly enjoyed the design art work on display.

Here is one of the pieces I loved most.

It is a collageof broken plates, cups, teapots and silverware.

If you can, make a trip to the MoMa. :)

After the museum we hit up a local place to eat and headed home. A day trip to the city was just fabulous!