Team Goemkarponn
MAPUSA: The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, successfully hosted the 9th edition of MediaScope on October 1, 2024, on the college campus.
The event brought together 14 Higher Secondary School students from across Goa, offering them a unique platform to explore the dynamic world of media through various competitions.
St. Xavier’s HSS was declared the Champions of Mediascope 9.0 edition, whereas Sunshine Worldwide School and Shree Shantadurga HSS, Bicholim bagged 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up title respectively.
The official commencement of MediaScope 9.0 was marked by the unveiling of the event’s backdrop—an artistic creation by students—followed by the traditional lighting of the lamp.
This symbolic ceremony aimed to ignite the creative spark and spread knowledge among the participants. Administrator Fr. Antonio Salema addressed the gathering with an inspiring message, encouraging students to cultivate gratitude and mindfulness.
He remarked, “This event gives us the opportunity to look around and be grateful.” Principal Ms. Ursula Barreto followed with motivating words, urging students to seize the creative opportunities offered at St. Xavier’s College, including MediaScope.
The Chief guest and keynote speaker, Sachin Chatte, then delivered an engaging talk on cinema’s multifaceted nature, emphasizing that “every frame in a movie can be a work of art.” Further motivating the students as they plan their career goals he said, “The sky’s the limit, be creative, be positive and be passionate.”
The event unfolded across the campus with multiple sub-events taking place simultaneously.
The quiz and amazing race tested participants’ intellect, while events like Ola Amigos, Mad Ad, Face Painting, and Wordsmith challenged their creativity. The dance competition emerged as a highlight, featuring captivating performances that received rousing applause. The college band kept the energy high with its electrifying performances.
Students from Shri Ganesh Higher Secondary School, Ganeshpuri, Shri Shantadurga Higher Secondary School, Bicholim-Goa, Sharada Mandir Higher Secondary School, Miramar, St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa, Spring Valley Higher Secondary School, Pilerne Goa, Dr. K.B. Hedgewar Higher Secondary School, Cujira, Bambolim, Goa, Our Lady Of The Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula, M.E.S Higher Secondary School, Zuarinagar, Vasco,
The King’s School, Margaon, DM’s P.V.S Sarojini Madhusudan Kushe Higher Secondary School, Assagao, Santa Cruz Higher Secondary School, Calapur – Santa Cruz, Tiswadi, Goa, Rosary Higher Secondary School, Navelim, Sunshine Worldwide School, Goa and St. Thomas Higher Secondary School, Aldona participated in the 9thedition of MediaScope powered by Fomento scholars.
The air buzzed with excitement as winners were celebrated with cheers and applause, fostering a sense of camaraderie among participants and supporters. The spirit of competition was matched by a sense of celebration, making MediaScope 9.0 a memorable experience for everyone involved.
