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Applying Science into Our Daily Lives
How do we apply scientific formulas or theories into our daily lives? According to Associate Professor Dr Hon Wei Min, Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences at UCSI University,
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Kuala Lumpur International Dragon Boat Festival
By Edrea Sun Since its inception many hundred years ago, the dragon boat race had traditionally drawn huge crowds in the thousands comprising rowers, supporters, foreign tourists, curious onlookers and locals alike. This time around the festival has come early and was held at the Kepong Metropolitan Lake Garden, the first ever water activity held
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Leisure & Lifestyle
Nocturne:Five Stories of Music and Nightfall
By Khoo Kok Kian Nocturne is derived from the French word, Noctunal and from Latin, Nocturnus. People usually interpret it as a music piece which is inspired by night. A very famous classical music piece by Frederic Chopin was also named based on this word. Kazuo Ishiguro, a prominent author, who is also penned The
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Talk To Us
By Conrad Edmund Bateman Mitch Albom once said that, “The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning.” In conjunction with a yearlong celebration of UCSI University’s Silver Jubilee, the
"Light UP Lives Charity"
Mama Leong
15Malaysia is a short film project consisting of 15 short films made by 15 Malaysian filmmakers. These films not only deal with socio-political issues in Malaysia, they also feature some of the best-known faces in the country, including actors, musicians and top political leaders. You may think of them as funky little films made by 15 Malaysian voices for the people of Malaysia.
Joshua and 'Mama Leong'
The 2009 winner of the competition was UCSI University’s Joshua Chay from the B.A. in Mass Communications.
The short film that brought him to fame was entitled ‘Mama Leong’ which he said was a school project. He simply described the story of a 75 year old woman who reminisces on her life of living in Malaysia.
“I felt surprised and humbled by Mama Leong’s win. I never imagined that it could win the competition,” He said.
Joshua started his career and love for film making in high school.
Joshua also spoke on why he chose to study at UCSI University and how his passion for film making has led him to learn more about film and television outside the class.
“I chose to study at UCSI University because of the FTV course,” said Joshua. “It has helped me to a certain degree but everything I know so far is self-taught.”
He believes that the main reason why his video won was because it told a Malaysian story which he said was based on the judge’s comment.
Joshua has plans to take the film industry by storm but hopes to make his films unique and not so common from what other directors are doing in Malaysia.
Joshua on location
“I am hoping to do my bit for the film industry here. Maybe make some films that are not the usual run of the mill Malaysian stuff that’s been out there.”
He also feels that success in the film industry comes through dedication, passion and love for the job.
His advice to upcoming, young and inspiring film makers is simple, “always keep an eye out for competitions like these but most importantly, keep working on your passion and not just for competitions or school work”.
Hopefully, Joshua’s love for film making will take him to higher places, better projects and bigger wins in the near future. http://joshuachay.com
