#XUChristmasParty2019. Dr Carthelyn C Adajar (leftmost) from the College of Arts and Sciences - English Department as Maleficent and Jet H Paclar (center) from the Junior High School - Filipino Department as Beast pose as the winners for the Best in Costume awarded by the XU president Fr Roberto “Bobby” C Yap SJ. Supplied photo.

Report by Tresha P Torreon, Comms Intern

In celebration of the birth of Jesus, Xavier Ateneo celebrated their Christmas Party last December 22, 2019 at the XU Covered Court with the theme: Disneylandia.

The party started at 5:00 in the afternoon and ended around 9:00 in the evening. Faculty and staff slammed their costumes with their chosen Disney characters.

The joyous event was filled with laughter, games, and gift giving. The occasion served as Xavier Ateneo's way of thanking the educators for their hard work and dedication, and of celebrating "the happiest time of the year."∎

#XUChristmasParty2019. Xavier Ateneo cheerdancers with the faculty of SBM dance for the opening number. Supplied photo. 

#XUChristmasParty2019. Nominees for the Best in Costume (Men and Women) gather in front of the stage. Supplied photo.