Lauren DeFilippo B.J., Journalism A Texan originating from San Antonio, Lauren DeFilippo said she chose to study at Moody because it’s ranked among the top five communication schools in the world. Already an accomplished singer and dancer, DeFilippo minored in theatre and dance and has performed Off-Broadway and in other national theaters. She also performed as a lead singer for Carnival Cruise Lines, choreographed youth productions, sang the national anthem at several sporting events and starred in the theatre and dance program’s “The Drowsy Chaperone.” She also was involved in the Miss America Pageant and is a two-time titleholder as Miss Austin. In the journalism program, DeFilippo became a published writer for ReportingTexas and cited faculty members Kevin Robbins, Diana Dawson, Kathleen McElroy and Raoul Hernandez for their support and guidance. DeFilippo has interned as a public information officer at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and plans to work and perform in New...