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Since 1960 Volume 85, Issue 13 Thursday February 26, 2009 DailyThe Student Voice of California StateTitan University, Fullerton DTSHORTHAND Health Forum Friday Wolves in sheep’s business suits The number of people becom- By derin richardson seeking, Faulkner does remember that the position was not very ing obese and being diagnosed Daily Titan Staff Writer clearly defined, but trusted the e-mail since he had an account with diabetes, heart disease, [email protected] with Bank of America at the time. cancer and other health-related “The e-mail told me that I needed to update my bank infor- problems is on the rise in Orange Students using technology to hunt for jobs in a tough economy mation for the position, so I clicked on the link that directed me County and throughout the na- may find more than gainful employment, with online con artists to a site that looked exactly like BankofAmerica.com, typed in tion, according to the Centers for using the enticement of good jobs to lure money and information all my bank info, and a month later, all of my money was gone, Disease Control and Prevention. from naive students and the threat of being on the bad side of a Faulkner said. The faculty members behind scam is on the rise. Jim Case, director of the Career Center, supplied useful mea- Cal State Fullerton’s newly cre- Cal State Fullerton has useful tools for job searching such as sures to avoid misleading advertisements for students and post- ated Health Promotion Research the Career Center in Langsdorf Hall and Titan Connection, an graduates looking for employment. Institute find the statistics alarm- online campus application similar to Monster.com, but like any Case said one of the things to look for is to see if a response is ing and aim to intervene, begin- other career searching utility, scammers do make fake job post- forwarded to a generic email account, such as Gmail or Hotmail. ning Friday with a free, public ings, and it is up to students to cautiously sift through the bad Case said this should give a job seeker good reason to be con- forum. eggs. cerned because it is not as easy to verify an employer’s legitimacy The 8:30 a.m. to noon forum Ryan Faulkner, 20, CSUF junior and psychology major, said that way. will be held in the Portola Pavil- that he was scammed by an e-mail job offer that claimed affilia- “There are (many) scams out there and it is always good to ask ion of the Titan Student Union. tion with Bank of America. Reservations are recommended While he could not remember exactly what position he was See SCAMS, Page 2 and can be made by email to [email protected]. Attendees will be invited to participate in round-table discus- sions on health-related topics, Maintenance from community campaigns and partnerships to cancer, fibromy- algia, obesity and research. projects put

Magnets keep crocs lost on hold FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Cutbacks are to blame for (MCT) – Magnets taped to the leaky roofs and a delay on heads of captured crocodiles installing new fixtures could keep them from returning to South Florida neighborhoods By raj modha where they’re not wanted, state For the Daily Titan wildlife officials said Monday. [email protected] State biologists are studying the temporary use of magnets to disrupt the internal navigation With California feeling the cut- of federally and state-protected backs unilaterally, it was just a mat- American crocodiles, which ter of time before budget cuts started have been spotted most often in trickling down to the university. The neighborhoods of Miami-Dade Physical Plant facility is one of the and Monroe counties in Florida. areas directly affected by the new “Scientists in Mexico have re- cutbacks. ported success in using magnets The plant deals with the major to break the homing cycle,” said and minor physical projects around Lindsey Hord, crocodile response campus. Plant employees take care coordinator for the Florida Fish of the leaky roofs, restroom fixtures and Wildlife Conservation Com- and some major projects like install- mission. ing heating and air conditioning sys- The magnets are removed tems. Many of their planned projects from the crocodile’s head when have come to a grinding halt. it’s released, and a colored tag is Deferred Maintenance projects attached to its tail for later iden- are repair projects that have been tification in case it returns. put on hold to replace old systems, By LUIS DELGADILLO/Daily Titan News Director but are instead periodically fixed to Contestants of the “Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Competition” eagerly await the announcement of the winner Wednesday night, in Cypress Hall at Cal State Fullerton. The maintain service. Instead of replac- winner, Gina Alessi, far right, took home a $100 gift certificate to Titan Shops with her speech about her two sisters with Down syndrome. ing the old systems workers con-

stantly keep re-patching them to

keep them running. With the cur- If there’s one thing I learned in rent replacement value (CRV) of “college, it was to journal. “ Cal State Fullerton at an estimated – David Jerome $450 million, an accepted industry CSUF alumnus and author standard to maintain the university Bringing King’s dream to life at optimal performance is 1.8 per- See FEATURES, page 6 cent, or approximately $8.1 million Student submitted speech be broken down in many different the judges and was awarded a $100 “Regardless of how you define per year. ways, but for the competition one gift certificate to the Titan Shops. equality, you need to look at people “This year’s deferred maintenance competition honors MLK theme was evident: “Keeping the Walking off the stage as the win- as individuals,” Victoria Whitton, budget is one million dollars,” Wil- Dream Alive.” ner of the competition Alessi was all 20, a child development major, said. lem van der Pol, plant director, ‘large woman falls’ By CRISTIE SAMPSON With the support of the Housing smiles. The night’s theme also raised the said. “We really had to cut back on For the Daily Titan Department and the African Ameri- “I’m just really excited,” Alessi question of tolerance in today’s so- a number of projects. We were do- [email protected] can Resource Center, the speech said. “It’s not about winning, it’s ciety. ing a HVAC (heating ventilating air competition was a part of the Black about getting the message out to “Why can’t we all get along? ... I conditioning) system upgrades in a Martin Luther King Jr. is no lon- History Month Calendar of events people.” think the reason is because there’s number of buildings,” van der Pol ger alive, but his spirit lives on as this year. Alessi, a graphic design major, was no tolerance,” Dominique Williams, said. “The next building we were go- Cal State Fullerton students let their The competition accepted 10 inspired to write her speech by her 19, a history major and a finalist for ing to do was Humanities, and so we voices be heard at “The Martin Lu- speech submissions based on King’s two sisters with Down syndrome and the competition, said. are not going to do it now because ther King Jr. Speech Competition,” philosophy and achievements, or the wanted to shed light on the subject Even though this is the first year we just don’t have the money.” held at Cypress Hall Wednesday topic of social injustice in today’s so- by urging others to be sensitive with the competition has been at CSUF, The Visual Arts building is in the night. The competition featured five ciety. Five students were chosen by their words in regard to the mentally Moliga said she feels it is an educa- midst of getting an overhaul with its finalists who wrote speeches explain- a screening committee to read their disabled. tional experience for the students. HVAC system, and will have no in- This YouTube video showcases ing what they would contribute to speech aloud at the competition. “There’s so many people out there “I think this program provides terruption in the upgrade. However, the vocal talents of an unknown King’s vision of equality. Gina Alessi, 19, was announced fighting for equality; people of dif- students the opportunity to share the Humanities building, which has woman who suffers a seriously King’s movement for equality can winner after a brief deliberation by ferent races, sexual orientations, re- their thoughts, passions and stories a worn out system, will have to make funny fall. ligious backgrounds, etc. However, with their peers. Being able to learn do for the time being. If you listen closely you can there is one group that is constantly from people’s stories is a great way to “The need to replace the old sys- hear the creaking. overlooked – the physically and learn about the world and ourselves,” tem is not that critical, it’s not lit- mentally disabled,” she said. Moliga said. erally falling apart. When the econ- Though nervous prior to speech omy turns around, or when we get WEATHER day, Williams could not pass up an the new money we will start back up opportunity with a financial incen- again,” van der Pol said. tive. The 40-year-old HVAC system in TODAY TOMorrow This program was first started 20 the Humanities building would cost years ago at the University of Cali- around two million dollars to up- fornia, Los Angeles, and has made grade according to van der Pol. Pat its way to CSUF with the guidance Myles, from the Center for Careers of Selema Moliga, residential com- in Teaching, has been in the building munity coordinator. Moliga first no- for three years, and sees a problem High: 65° High: 65° ticed the program while working at with the current system. Low: 49° Low: 52° Whittier College, she said. “Sometimes it’s just stifling from “I remember being really affected the heat. When it’s cold, there is not PARTLY CLOUDY PARTLY CLOUDY by the program ... When I started as enough heat and we never have what a residential community coordinator we need, when we need it,” Myles here at CSUF, I knew I wanted to said. “It is never just comfortable. CONTACT US bring this program to our campus,” Maybe because our office is outside, Main line: (714) 278-3373 Moliga said. it isn’t insulated like the rest of the News desk: (714) 278-4415 photos By mitchell a. sholly/For the Daily Titan The message of the competition building.” Advertising: (714) 278-4411 During Lord Byron Scott’s dramatization of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have A Dream” was well received by the audience of Lord Byron Scott addresses the audience E-mail: [email protected] speech, Scott called for the audience to come together and hold hands. students and dorm residents. Wednesday night in Cypress Hall. See PROJECTS Page 2 2 Page Two February 26, 2009 IN OTHER NEWS Scams: Job seeker beware shady jobs From Page 1 tisements so there are safeguards to to see if they would sound good for way of doing a job search is to at- INTERNATIONAL protect naive students. their fellow classmates. tend career fairs and personally visit U.S. mounts offensive in remote Afghan valley questions regarding your concerns. Even so, Case said students must “We feel that it’s better to have companies to inquire about occupa- If you don’t get a proper response still be vigilant and use common students do the specific job approv- tions. JALREZ VALLEY, Afghanistan (MCT) – Hundreds of U.S. troops to those questions, there is reason to sense when looking for jobs. als because they know better about Johnson said there should be a pushed into a key Taliban stronghold Wednesday in a major operation to doubt the legitimacy of the job of- Sean Gil, associate director of the what their classmates are looking heightened concern for false job of- stop the insurgents from infiltrating the Afghan capital from the south and fer,” Case said. Career Center, for,” Gil said. fers now because of today’s economy, clear the way for the first sustained international aid effort in this remote Being skeptical and refraining said the center’s W a t c h i n g and people are going to scheme more valley. from revealing personal information staff does a good out for compa- than ever as a result of it. Supported by about 200 Afghan soldiers and their French army trainers, that might compromise your iden- job of diligently The e-mail told me nies that ask for Under state law, false or mislead- 200 soldiers of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team of the 10th Mountain Divi- tity, like social security numbers and verifying legiti- “ money up front, ing advertisement of any kind is pro- sion, based at Fort Drum, N.Y., encountered no resistance. bank account numbers, are some mate employers that I needed to up- avoiding adver- hibited, according to business and U.S.-led NATO forces in Afghanistan are scrambling to beat back the of the best things to keep in mind and their busi- date my bank infor- tisements that professions code section 17500. Taliban insurgency by bolstering U.S. forces, delivering long-promised hu- while looking for a job. nesses by check- lack definitive in- The Lanham Act, a federal statute manitarian and reconstruction projects, girding for a surge in violence with “An organization that asks for any ing their Web sites mation for the posi- formation on the that protects trademarks and service the end of winter and preparing for the country’s second democratic presi- of that information is almost always and prior business offered position marks, can be used to file a claim dential election in August. suspected, and rarely is that oppor- history. tion ... and a month and looking for against false advertisement under the

The reactions to the arrival of the U.S.-led forceWednesday, however, tunity safe,” Case said. However, he later, all of my money the use of non- act’s third sub-chapter. ranged from skepticism to hostility. “Down To America” dabbed in white- Case said there isn’t one ideal re- did mention there corporate e-mail Those who seek to use the Lan- wash greeted the U.S. column as it pushed into the valley from the American source to use as far as job hunting is are those who was gone. “ addresses. ham Act in filing a claim must prove base in Maydan Shahr, the capital of Wardak Province. concerned. fall through the Though em- three things: The advertisement is He recommended that students cracks, and of- – Ryan Faulkner, ployers using likely to be misleading, if not liter- use multiple resources while meeting fered tips on how CSUF student personal e-mail ally false, the specific misleading face-to-face with people to establish to avert the dan- addresses instead statement was used commercially NATIONAL networks. ger of job fraud of corporate ones or for promotion and the advertise- Obama nominates Locke for commerce post Job offer fliers are considered by online or otherwise. may raise a red flag,G il said students ment is likely to create harm against some students to be a more expe- Gil said students should utilize should consider there are some em- the plaintiff or person making the WASHINGTON (MCT) – Taking note of his Chinese immigrant roots dient way to track down a job, but the Titan Connection because it is ployers who work from home, such claim. and calling him an “outstanding” public servant, President Barack Obama they can be risky as well. free, and the jobs offered are exclu- as those offering private tutoring “It’s just like the cliche goes, if on Wednesday nominated former Washington Gov. Gary Locke as the sec- Kandy Mink Salas, dean of stu- sively for them. jobs. something looks too good to be retary of commerce. dents, verifies and approves all post- Gil’s staff of student assistants Michael J. Johnson, a 21-year-old true, it may in fact be just that,” The nomination requires Senate confirmation. ings, including employment adver- evaluate the job offers in an attempt history major, said he feels the safest Case said. A two-term governor, Locke is Obama’s third choice for the post. New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson withdrew in January amid disclosures of a grand jury investigation of state contracts. Later, Republican Sen. Judd Gregg of New Hampshire withdrew, citing “irresolvable” differences with the administration. projects: delayed House ignores Obama “Now, I’m sure it is not lost on anyone that we’ve tried this a couple of elevators are working. Our highest times, but I am a big believer in keeping at something until you get it right,” From Page 1 WASHINGTON (MCT) – priority is making sure the restrooms expected to top $1.4 trillion this Obama said. “And Gary is the right man for this job.” The day after President Barack year. Locke was the nation’s first Chinese-American governor. The Center for Careers in Teach- are working and making sure the ing is located on the bottom floor classroom environment is good,” van Obama told Congress that it “Given these realities,” he and has more window exposure than der Pol said. would have to “sacrifice some said, “everyone in this chamber – any room higher up in the building, As of right now, the expected cuts worthy priorities for which there democrats and republicans –will STATE giving the outside elements a more are something the plant is prepared are no dollars,” the House of have to sacrifice some worthy Former legislator launches effort to split state direct effect on the room than the to handle, but if things keep going Representatives passed a mas- priorities for which there are no rest of Humanities building. the way they have been, the director sive budget bill Wednesday that dollars. And that includes me.” Kim Bette-Wright, from the geog- expects the students and faculty to increases spending by 8 percent The bill, though, provides siz- SACRAMENTO (MCT) – The revolution will begin in Visalia, Calif. – over last year. able increases for a long list of and it will be led by a man named Maze. raphy environmental department lo- see significant changes. cated on the 4th floor, has also been “One of the principle ideas is that The 245-178 vote, largely health, education, transporta- As in Bill Maze, a termed-out legislator turned rebel who is pushing for in the building for three years, but we don’t have layoffs. If we had a sig- along party lines, came less than tion, housing and other domes- California to split in two: the conservative interior as one state and the liberal she sees a different problem in the nificant cutback of about a million 24 hours after Obama stood in tic programs. coast as another. He’s serious. spaces above. dollars ... The result of that would the House chamber and pleaded In some cases, the boosts go to “We’re looking at establishing a breakaway state,” he said, with a new gov- “We had complaints by some pro- mean more projects on hold. What- for fiscal restraint. All but 20 items that already got more mon- ernment and a new capital. “We’d actually be creating a 51st state.” fessors that it is not cooling down. ever we fix will be marginal. You will Democrats voted for the mea- ey in the $787 billion economic- Maze is a conservative Republican who served Visalia in the Assembly We haven’t had a notice deteriora- sure. Sixteen Republicans, most- stimulus plan that became law until last year. He is tapping into the anger of farmers and others who say problem with the tion, if we don’t ly moderates, voted for the bill, last week. environmental rules and high taxes are sending the state into a tailspin. heat, it just never get funded,” van while 158 opposed it. Lawmakers did make one “Citizens of our once ‘Golden State’ are frustrated and desperately con- cools down here,” We will obviously der Pol said. House Rules Committee important nod toward auster- cerned about the imposition of burdensome regulations, taxation, fees, fees Bette-Wright said. always“ take care of Some of the staff Chairman Louise Slaughter, D- ity: They froze their salaries for and more fees, and bureaucratic intrusion into our daily lives and business- In addition to has already been N.Y., said of the $410 billion 2010. es,” declares downsizeca.org, the movement’s Web site. the major proj- health and safety is- directly affected by bill, which funds most domes- Most members of Congress tic programs for the next seven earn $174,000 a year; leaders get Under Maze’s plan, 13 coastal counties from Los Angeles to Marin would ects, some smaller budget cuts. Terry sues first. “ months: “This has nothing to do more. The freeze doesn’t affect split from the remaining 45 counties, which the Web site calls “the new things like rest- Thompson, direc- room upgrades – Willem van der Pol, tor of custodial with him. This has to do with 2009 pay. Members got a $4,700 revitalized California.” President Bush’s budget.” cost-of-living raise last month. will have to wait Physical Plant director services at CSUF, until the universi- is seeing the cuts Republicans disputed that. The spending plan now goes ty starts to see the first hand. “It’s time the Democrats start- to the Senate, where it faces op- For the Record money. “We are not ed putting their money where position from Republicans and “One of the things we used to do able to hire (for) people that have their mouth is,” said Republi- some moderate Democrats. It is the policy of the Daily Titan to correct any inaccurate informa- with deferred maintenance money left. The hiring process is on hold. can Conference Chairman Mike Congress must pass some kind tion printed in the publication as soon as the error is discovered. Any was upgrade restrooms every so of- We are not giving overtime right Pence of Indiana. of funding legislation by March incorrect information printed on the front page will result in a correction ten. Some restrooms are old, and now, unless it’s an emergency. We Tuesday, in his first address 6 or domestic programs will run printed on the front page. Any incorrect information printed on any every year we would pick a couple are not hiring anyone because of to a joint session of Congress, out of money. other page will be corrected on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will of restrooms and upgrade them. This the state cutbacks,” Thompson said. Obama discussed the soaring Obama hasn’t signaled wheth- be corrected on that page. Corrections also will be noted on the online year we are not doing that,” van der “None of our workers have seen a federal budget deficit, which is er he’ll get involved. version of the Daily Titan. Pol said. cutback in their hours.” Please contact executive editor Jessica Terrell at 714-278-5815 or at While there may be some big and While the cutbacks of this year [email protected] with issues about this policy or to report any small projects being put on hold, don’t seem to be too dire on the errors. van der Pol is anticipating the stu- CSUF campus, if things do not pick dents going on with their schedule up, there could be a snowball effect. as they normally would. “If we miss one year of deferred “I’m hoping the students don’t maintenance money that won’t be notice too much. We will obviously that big a deal. If it continues, then Daily Titan always take care of health and safety the smaller issues will start to catch Editorial issues first. We will make sure the up,” van der Pol said. Executive Editor Jessica Terrell Managing Editor Michal Olszewski Editorial Director Austen Montero News Director Luis Delgadillo Advertising students Asst. News Editor Jesica Eastman Asst. News Editor Eui-jo Marquez Features Editor Muey Saephanh face off over the Cube Features Editor Christee Lemons Asst. Features Editor Brittney Lange By david armenta to work with Nissan,” Sage said. Sports Editor Crysania Salcido Daily Titan Staff Writer Being invited is just the first part, Detour Editor Skyler Blair [email protected] as groups will then have to try and Detour Editor Jackie Connor come up with ideas to catch the eyes Copy Chief Amy Dempsey Nissan and EdVenture Partners Copy Editor Jessica Cartie of the younger generation. Photo Editor Daniel Suzuki are having a collegiate competition “We will conduct surveys and Editor’s Assistant Isa Ghani inviting 10 universities throughout hold focus groups to gather infor- Adviser Ricardo Chavira the nation to compete in pitching mation to be analyzed and find out a campaign for Nissan’s newest ve- what social and media events they Main Line (714) 278-3373 Editorial Fax (714) 278-4473 hicle, the Cube. News Line (714) 278-4415 E-mail: [email protected] will be interested in,” Sarah Oak, ac- Cal State Fullerton advertising count coordinator, said. Advertising students were among those invited The Nissan Cube is a very unique Director of Advertising Sarah Oak to take part in the challenge and car, small in shape but spacious Production Assistant Chris Ullyott have their own ad agency called Ad- inside, according to Nissan.com. Production Assistant Mandi Braga hesive, as part of a class that is divid- Which is what some of the students National Sales & Promotion Kassia Azimioara ed into real departments and advised are very excited about selling. Classified Manager Kiran Kazalbash by Professor Robert Sage. “I think because it is something Account Executive Liz Hernandez The challenge is for the students totally different and on the edge Account Executive Dante Galan to make a campaign that will ap- with (the) different accessories it has Account Executive Andrew St. Pierre peal to people ages 18 to 25 and give to offer, it is why we think it will be Account Executive Katie Hennessey the advertising students a chance to a fun project to work with,” senior Account Executive David Ahn Account Executive Adrian Gaitan work with real clients. Christina Wilkinson said. Distribution Santana Ramos “It is a challenge that these stu- The students have $2,500 bud- Business Manager/Adviser Robert Sage dents have been leading up to at the get to work with for their campaign end of their college career, and it is and will be given the opportunity to Main Line (714) 278-3373 Advertising Fax (714) 278-2702 the best thing we can offer them by pitch their campaign during finals Advertising (714) 278-4411 E-mail: [email protected] working with a real corporation and week on May 20. If chosen, they The Daily Titan is a student publication, printed every Monday through Thursday. The real clients,” Sage said. will then compete against one other Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, College of Communications, CSUF students were chosen university, and the winner can get CSUF administration and the CSUF System. The Daily Titan has functioned as a public through EdVenture Partners, which between $2,500 and $5,000, accord- forum since inception. Unless implied by the advertising party or otherwise stated, has worked with the school in previ- ing to Sage. advertising in the Daily Titan is inserted by commercial activities or ventures identified ous semesters. “It is exciting and will look good in the advertisements themselves and not by the university. Such printing is not to be construed as written or implied sponsorship, endorsement or investigation of such com- “This is the third time we have on our resume to actually be given mercial enterprises. The Daily Titan allocates one issue to each student for free. worked with them and because we the chance to work on a real proj- Copyright ©2006 Daily Titan did such a good job with the FBI ect, with money and top clients,” campaign last semester they asked us Wilkinson said. y o u r w e e k ly d o s e o f entertainment

February 26, 2009 www.dailytitan.com 3 [email protected] • (714) 278-5027 Somethin’ ‘Special’ coming to a bar near you By Nicholas Fortes ist, said. “When we come together our own identity,” Alan said. Daily Titan Staff Writer to write something new, we all have The band was started in 1999 and [email protected] different tastes in music, and when they started playing at old country we layer all those different sounds bars. Their moniker held a country It seems every time you’re at a bar, together, we come up with some music reference, but it only worked there is some new band looking to great stuff.” out reasonably. hit the big time with lame music and The four member band consists “The first gigs we had at the coun- mediocre vocals, but OC band Or- of the two front men and brothers: try bars worked because we had a ange Blossom Special is ready to det- Anton Hoetker and Alan Hoetker more hard rock type style rather onate the ears of venue-goers with a (bass and backup vocals), and two than the punky music we have now,” sound that’s dirty, gritty and perfect others, Jacob Hessburg (guitar) and Anton said. for a raucous night out at pool halls Dylan Howard (drums), who joined Although the band plays a few and biker bars. the band recently. Unlike many up- shows now and then, they’re plan- The sound they produce is punk and-coming bands, Orange Blos- ning to really sell their ideas and mu- in style, but not your typical woe- som Special stands out because the sic in the next four to six months. is-me approach present these days. reward for them is not the money or “Right now we’re just writing and Orange Blossom Special mixes mu- fame, it’s the ability to play. recording, getting our stuff ready so sical tastes like Tom Petty and The “We have fun playing even if there when we’re ready to go big, we have Heartbreakers, Stone Temple Pilots isn’t anyone there,” Anton said. “We the right material to make it hap- and Nirvana in a way that hits the just want to be able to play and make pen,” Anton said. eardrums like a hand grenade. money, and if you’re good enough Elements of Guns and Roses and They played Saturday at Slidebar the money will follow.” Velvet Revolver can be heard in the in Fullerton with the Faraway Boys, The name Orange Blossom Spe- guitar rhythm, along with solos that Death Hymn Number 9, Plague cial came into conception after An- would make Slash proud, and drum- Vendor and others in a line up fu- ton and Alan Hoetker watched a ming that would bring Dave Grohl eled for a night of wild psychobilly concert with Johnny Cash on TV. to the edge of his seat. rock out. “We had a bunch of names picked “They’re like The Eagles meets By tODD bARNS/For The Daily Titan “We write all our own stuff and out before but none ever stuck, and heavy metal, meets Foo Fighters,” everyone in the band brings their then we saw Cash on TV playing Brandon Ball, 25, friend and musi- Orange Blossom Special takes the stage at the Slidebar in downtown Fullerton Saturday night. From left to right: Lead guitarist Jacob certain piece to each song,” Anton ‘Orange Blossom Special’ and we cian, said. “They’re real profession- Hessburg, drummer Dylan Howard, vocals/rhythm guitarist Anton Hoetker, bassist Alan Hoetker, aka: Big Al. Hoetker, guitarist and lead vocal- liked the name and it gave our band als.”

Event Local producers turning record labels on their ears ArtiSans makes the artist scouting talent at various major re- were going to take care of it,” he said, Calendar cord labels, and says that he became “I wouldn’t be talking to some op- the customer and refutes discouraged by the high-profit men- erator 3,000 miles away, but I’d have the traditional record tality that drove those labels. personal contact with the person re- February label business model It was this experience that moti- sponsible.” vated him to start ArtiSans as an an- Bennett said ArtiSans handled 26 Thursday By Scott Fahey tithesis to the traditional record label everything as they said they would, Daily Titan Staff Writer model; allowing artists to have com- and had been great supporters of the • Tenacious D [email protected] plete creative control of their music band beyond what they had been Club Nokia and the ability to sustain themselves hired to do. • Ozomatli When Michael Filson, President financially, while providing them the “The only catch is that you pay of ArtiSans Label, decided to quit his same resources provided by major the money up front, but that’s in- HOB Anaheim job of 11 years at Cal Poly Pomona labels. significant when you consider what • The Bird and The Bee to start a record label, he knew it was John Cunningham, artist coor- you’re doing.” Yost Theater now or never. dinator for ArtiSans, had a similar The prices range depending on • The 88 “I figured if I’m ever going to try experience with his budding music the elements of the package the art- something big, now is the time,” Fil- career, although he did not get as ist chooses, but a sample quote on Hard Rock Cafe son said. far as Filson. “I only made it to the ArtiSans website quotes $4,182 for His vision for ArtiSans was a re- sheister. I gave him a whole bunch of CDs, digital distribution, merchan- 27 Friday formed record label that went back money, and he would just take my dise printing and other services. • Toby Lightman to what he says is the oldest business money,” he said. Filson says of the sample $4,182 Hotel Cafe model – customer service. Between Filson, two friends and a package, an artist that is able to sell In the traditional record label handful of volunteers, the ArtiSans most of their merchandise and music • The Go-Sheilas model, record labels seek out art- office and recording studio were stands to profit about $9,000, mak- Hogue Barmichaels ists, sign them and work to profit built from the ground up out of a ing enough to create more music and • Animal Collective from them. ArtiSans instead acts as mechanic’s garage. Filson even en- pocket some as well. Troubadour a customer-minded business, where listed the help of his grandmother to “You’re not going to have limos any artist can choose to work with cut fabric used in the studio. and bitches, but if you’re really in- • Jakes them by purchasing a package that In 2008, ArtiSans quietly opened terested in being an artist, this is a Glass House includes all the services traditionally its doors on Fender Avenue in Fuller- wonderful way to do it,” Filson said. provided by a major record label. ton, and soon found work with over Filson and Cunningham are care- 28 Saturday The band profits from all record 35 artists just by word-of-mouth. ful to note, however, that an artist’s By Scott fahey/Daily Titan Staff Writer • Shiny Toy Guns and merchandise sales and retains Bill Bennett, Manager of The Liv- success is dependent on the quality In addition to the record label, ArtiSans is also a fully equipped recording studio. all the rights to their music, which ing Suns said that he chose to work of the artist’s music as well as the LA (mystery show) is not the case with major labels and with ArtiSans for the release of The amount of work they put into pro- find us.’ What is that? Somebody Filson is sure to put distance be- • Ra Ra Riot many independent labels. Living Suns record because of their moting themselves. will find us?” tween ArtiSans philosophy, and the El Rey Theatre “I’m not interested in being a fat vision, and they were able to quote “We are everything but manage- Bennett said that for the next The ethos that has long driven major la- cat,” Filson said, “I’m really trying to him a better price than the other op- ment,” Filson said. “You gotta push, Living Suns record, ArtiSans will be bels. • LMFAO change the way the industry treats tions he had been exploring. Bennett get in people’s faces.” his first stop. “There’s a reason we’re in Fuller- New Hudson Facility artists.” said he also was impressed that they Cunningham recalls his life as a “The model of ArtiSans is better,” ton and not in Hollywood,” he said. • Paul Gilbert As a musician, Filson met with could retain all control, and profit musician before joining ArtiSans. “I he said. “Someone would have to “And there’s a reason we’re in T-shirts have an amazing package for us to and jeans, and not suits. We’re regu- HOB Sunset several Artists and Repertoire rep- from the benefits of a major label. remember being like ‘All I need to resentatives, who are responsible for “They gave me the feeling they do is play shows and somebody will consider it.” lar Joes.” March 1 Sunday Spring Semiotics: Installations move students toward change • Busta Rhymes Club Nokia By melanie schmidt of the arts department. the process of creating art and the to the success of the work, and stu- light and deep colors to best ensure • Loverboy Daily Titan Columnist Installation is all about the expe- impact it has on the public and the dents are asked to consider every the observer is understanding the [email protected] rience one gets by observing, inter- art world. detail in order to best create a func- overall message of the piece,” senior HOB Anaheim acting or comprehending a piece of Each installation starts with a tioning piece of art. Ramiro Rubio said. “This class gives • Jim Brickman As the semester carries on and art. It should make one think or feel concept – whether it is religion, pop “If I wanted to convey a sense of me the chance to put my knowledge Grove of Anaheim many students are already bored and differently the moment he/she con- culture or the senses – and it builds fear, I might set up my installation of everything I’ve learned through working like machines, there is one fronts and/or experiences a sensual from there. Each element is crucial in a small confining space, use low the years into play.” 2 Monday class that separates itself from the element outside the ordinary. The mundane – Studio Expanded: In- work is done guerrilla-style, where • Bob Mould stallation. students are allowed ten minutes to Hotel cafe Installation breaks from anything set up their temporary pieces wher- • Steel Panther traditional and brings high energy ever they please, and then wait and to the art department in its effort to watch as observers come and experi- Key Club renovate experiences uncharted from ence their work. • Raphael Saadiq any other course. “It’s exciting,” president of Cam- HOB Sunset The installation class, taught by era Absurda, CSUF’s photography Linda Kroff, allows students the rare club, Jesus Lozano said. “You know 3 Tuesday opportunity to exhibit completely they’re working through the piece • Tony Bennett original projects throughout campus and interacting with it – either men- in any medium one prefers. The in- tally or physically. This is the only Terrace Theater stallations occur both in and out of class that allows both perspective • Zappa plays Zappa the classroom, concluding with one and introspective to occur simulta- HOB Anaheim giant group show at the end of the neously. It expands the way you look semester. at everything.” 4 Wednesday Showing in the gallery space is The transformation of ordinary specifically important because it gives spaces, especially in the art depart- • Jodeci students real-life experience of pre- ment, is highly significant because it Club Nokia senting work in the art world. This puts into motion much of what art • Helmet highly unique class harbors previous represents – visual elements, emo- HOB Sunset work such as miniature bedroom tion, politics, humor and insight sets strewn across the stairs, lining – all while maintaining a sense of • Electrocute/DJ AM the elevator with scents of pine and extraordinary sensationalism. This The Roxy evergreen, and metallic flags cover- one-of-a-kind activism is key in ing the span of the east-facing lawn many art student understanding of 4 DETOUR February 26, 2009 REVIEWS MUSIC TELEVISION MUSIC

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If reggae music makes you feel moving forward and into the light Important Things with Demetri ter named “The Revenger.” He plays Morrissey, the infamous vegetar- ing autobiographical lyrics through- good then you will find that Mishka and comprising a generally uplifting Martin “literally” made it’s debut on a guy whose father is viciously killed ian, PETA supporter and melan- out the tracks. Years of Refusal opens captures that feel-good vibe perfectly energy. Each track clearly demon- Comedy Central three week’s ago as, by bad guys, only to later discover cholic singer, released Years of Refus- with “Something Is Squeezing My in both lifestyle and musical talents, strates his ability to capture listener’s perhaps, the “most important” show that his father was a victim of Lyme al, his ninth solo album on Feb. 17. Skull,” which addresses Morris- as evident on his latest CD Above the souls with an elevating force. ever conceptualized. disease. He goes from avenging his Guitars dominate Morrissey’s latest sey’s long time battle with depres- Bones. The album starts off mellow with If you are into the literal mean- father’s death, to becoming a free- album, making it one of the most sion. After naming numerous anti- The Rastafarian artist, born into “Higher Heights,” setting the pace ing of things, then set your TiVo for loading couch potato living with his rocking, upbeat and quick-tempo depressants, he sings the repetitive a sea-faring Canadian family, exudes with a wavy rhythm behind Mishka’s Wednesday nights at 10:30 right af- mother and stepfather until he dis- albums of his solo career. Jeff Beck lines: “Don’t give me anymore.” a soul-soothing energy in his music, soul burning chants. Tracks like this ter South Park. covers that his stepfather killed his of The Yardbirds lends his guitar ex- Morrissey’s sexual orientation is sure to get you craving the sunny one feature tropical percussion that Demetri Martin, a stand-up co- father with ticks. He then becomes, pertise on the track “Black Cloud,” a much debated topic, one the art- beach weather. perfectly sync up to the easy-going median, Emmy nominated writer “The Re-Revenger.” while Latin guitar and mariachi ist tries to avoid during interviews. Presently, Mishka has become the vibe. and NYU law school dropout, is Martin is known not only for his influences can be heard in “When Tracks such as “I’m Throwing My first artist added to the label started The title track “Above the Bones” both the star and creator of the half- sketch comedy, but he is literally Last I Spoke to Carol.” Arms Around Paris” and “I’m OK by Matthew McConaughey, called is a journey in itself with a lonely hour comedy sketch show. known for his “sketches.” It’s rare Years of Refusal’s upbeat sound By Myself” have him singing, “only j.k. livin’ records. homesick feel supplemented by In every episode, Martin analyzes that Martin will take the stage with- is contrasted with Moz’s signature stone and steel accept my love” and “The ‘j’ is for just and the ‘k’ is beautiful background harmonies. one important topic with his origi- out his trusty sketch pad, on which sardonic, forthright lyrics. There “I find I’m OK by myself,” which for keep,” McConaughey said in an “Peace & Love” exemplifies the nal point of view. he ambidextrously draws his jokes. are very few individuals who could show off his autonomous nature. interview with Jimmy Kimmel. He acoustic folk aspect that Mishka Each episode, Martin uses a com- The 35-year-old is known for his sing, “It’s not your birthday any- Years of Refusal was producer went on to explain how “just keep adds to his approach, breaking the bination of stand-up bits, sketches, signature boyish look – he sports a more/There’s no need to be kind to Jerry Finn’s final project before his livin’,” his line from the film Dazed mold from typical reggae style. animation and music to express his Beatle-esque mop-top and signature you” and yet still remain charming. untimely death at the age of 39 last and Confused, has become his per- The album embodies a very peace- topics. blue T-shirt and jeans. Morrissey draws on his earlier August. Finn’s punk influence lends sonal motto and the name for his ful and serene feel throughout, and The topics will include “timing,” His appearance may make it dif- style but adds a quicker tempo, to the raw, unpolished sense of ur- new record label. Mishka’s wailing vocals certainly add “power” and even “chairs,” hence ficult to take him seriously, but evident in “I’m Throwing My Arms gency that runs throughout Years of Mishka and J.k. livin’ held the CD sincerity. The sweet melodies from the reason for the name of the show keep in mind that this is a guy who Around Paris.” The opening of this Refusal. release party for Above the Bones acoustic guitars can give a carefree – Important Things with Demetri dropped out of NYU to pursue a ca- track is reminiscent of the open- On the verge of turning 50- February 17th at the Roxy in Holly- feeling that sometimes masks Mish- Martin. reer in comedy. ing of his 1990 song “Such A Little years-old, it doesn’t look like “this wood. Mishka along with K’NAAN ka’s up-front and down to earth Martin’s use of sketches is perhaps If you are having trouble deciding Thing Makes Such A Big Differ- charming man” will be shedding his for a night of sun-soaked melodies lyrical style. A closer listen will give the most entertaining aspect of the whether or not to give the show a ence,” but with an added level of sardonic adolescent lyrics anytime and good times. audiences insight into his very intro- show. fair shot, do it for the “parking fight” energy. soon, or his independent streak. The title of the album is what spective writing. In the second episode, Martin in- sketch in episode two, that should The 12-song album holds to Download: “That’s How People Mishka describes as a feeling of Download: “Higher Heights.” troduced a comic book-like charac- get you, hook, line and sinker. 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Attendance is not enough By Jeremiah Rivera Daily Titan Columnist With progressively more hectic the level of effort and the quality and busy lifestyles, students are of work. less likely to attend every single Part of being a college student class throughout the semester. is actually acting like a student, There’s no escaping the Prop 8 mentality But, should attendance have a nd attending classes. bigger impact on overall grades Professors are here to teach and Why, why, why? I’m living the individual even brought a conch to couples do not have equal rights, I’m all for people standing up for the course? students are here to learn. Inter- events of last November all over blow as a rally sound. and civil unions represent a reason- for what they believe in, regardless Students from different col- acting with fellow students and again ... just in another state. This is one of the reasonsI left the able means to bring equality to all. of whether I agree or disagree. But leges around the nation believe professors is an opportunity of Over 2,000 protesters showed at church and never, ever looked back. A stage was set up in the center of I disagree with tax freebies that im- they should receive a letter grade which every student should take the rotunda of Hawaii’s State Capi- It’s an infinite crimson sea of con- the Capitol's rotunda, where leaders pose regulations on the lives of indi- B because they simply showed up full advantage. tol last Sunday, in a crimson display tradiction, not only on the religious of different faiths urged listeners to viduals, whose sexuality is the only to 95 percent or more of their According to suite101.com’s of opposition to House Bill 444 as it level, but on the legislative level as call their legislators and submit testi- thing the church knows. classes, according to a report by Naomi Rockler-Gladen, students makes its way to the Senate. well. mony in opposition to the bill. As much as I try to forget every- the New York Times. who attend class everyday learn The bill would extend the same Why, why, why are we still letting In California, the Mormon thing I was once told to believe in Students may be afraid of man- more due to class exercises and rights, benefits, protections and- re them get away with this unlawful in- Church served as a conduit for “Yes church, I do remember one simple datory class meetings, but is it re- activities, and pick up on life skills sponsibilities of spouses in a “tradi- filtration of our legislative system? on 8” campaign funds, convincing verse, “Let him who is without sin ally that bad? such as public speaking, creative tional marriage” to same-sex part- Churches are tax-exempt for a many members to donate. cast the first stone.” Students and parents pay top- writing or television production. ners in a civil union. reason. They are considered a social If churches continue to contrib- Why, why, why do they preach dollars to attend fine institutions “One of the most important Instead of Proposition 8 in Cali- institution capable of improving ute their ideals and pre-rational val- love and practice legal hate? for higher learning, so why not go lessons that students need to learn fornia, it’s HB 444 that had leaders lives and the standard of the com- ues on the people, then they need to For all my lesbian, gay, bisexual, to every single class and get your in college is self-discipline, and of several Hawaiian religious organi- munity. I fail to see those contribu- move into another bracket, another transgender and even unsure friends, money’s worth? by requiring students to come to zations rally their members, asking tions in displays that rally for legal tax bracket that is. Start paying tax- foes and unknowns, it’s your turn to Students should ask themselves class, students are given strong them to wear red in opposition to discrimination. es! These institutions have no right keep the faith. if pulling an all-nighter with their incentives to become disciplined the bill, as they stampeded the state Enshrined in the Hawaii State swaying the vote, or influencing the Pray to your God, whoever or heads crammed into a textbook (or at least disciplined enough to Capitol grounds. Constitution is the guarantee of legislature with large masses of crim- whatever she/he/it is that this gen- and Red Bull dripping from their come to class),” Rockler-Gladen It was a sea of red, symbolic of the equal rights for all, barring discrimi- son-coated followers until they start eration will “fade away” quickly, mouths is the real college experi- said. death of equality – how appropriate. nation on the basis of sex. Despite fiscally contributing to the costs in- because I’m convinced they’re a lost ence. If professors give full credit to They showed in their red T-shirts the reciprocal benefits statute on the volved with running a state. It’s that cause, and doomed to another fate, Professor Marshall Grossman students who attend class every- and red Hawaiian garments. One books, heterosexual and same-sex simple – at least for me. also saturated in a sea of red. from the University of Maryland day, that’s an easy A for the at- told the New York Times that stu- tendance portion which can only dents stem from their K-12 expe- help students in the long run. riences, and have become “ultra- College is tough, so participating When you help the efficient in test preparation,” and in class can only help you to learn American Red Cross, don’t feel the need to attend every what is necessary to be the best. class. Students who believe they The Daily Titan you help America. 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Any feedback, positive or negative, is encouraged, as we strive to keep an open Letters dialogue with our readership. The Daily Titan reserves the right to edit letters for to the length, grammar and spelling. Direct all Name: Anne Nguyen comments, questions or concerns along with Major: Business Administration Editor: your full name and major to the Daily Titan Year: Junior Opinion Desk at [email protected]. Hobbies: Shopping, tanning, socializing, working out Turn Ons: Height, style, abs and v-cut ‘Virtuality’ causes Turn Offs:N ot in school, bad marital, legal issues conversation, too forward By Cynthia meza change your gender, age, appearance Daily Titan Staff Writer and anything else you want. [email protected] Identity becomes a flaky thing. On top of not knowing who you are Technology is taking over, pure interacting with in online commu- and simple. People have become so nities, another hazard is users who dependent on technology for not just become too involved in the online business and housework, but for the fantasy land. simplest of tasks, like conversing. In 2008, CBS News Interactive We have become a generation of reported that in Tokyo, a 43-year- lazy, interpersonal technology users. old Japanese piano teacher's sudden Name: Michael Huegel We no longer bother to spell words divorce from her online husband in correctly in text messages, instead a virtual game world, "Maple Story," Major: Biology using acronyms and abbreviations. made her so angry that she logged Year: Senior Sometimes these shortcuts become on, and killed his digital persona. so abbreviated that the meaning be- She was arrested and by police on Hobbies: Surfing, snowboarding, comes difficult to interpret. suspicion of illegally accessing a com- PCR A phone conversation already lim- puter and manipulating data, and Turn Ons: its the directness of a regular conver- later charged for the same crimes. Nice smile and great laugh sation. Text messaging makes people Online crimes aren't the only Turn Offs:Egocentric personalities even more non-direct. You don't dramas originating out of virtual even get to hear the person's voice. worlds. You only see their words, and most In 2008 in London, a virtual affair of the time you don't even get their ended a real-life marriage. That same tone. year a British man was sentenced to Text messaging, has become one prison for the murder of his estranged of the quintessential ways for many wife, who he killed after discovering people to contact and respond to she changed her "Facebook" status to each other. People still have the op- single. tion of calling others, but they just In Delaware, in August 2008, a don't. Why call when you can text? woman was charged with plotting The preference for text messaging the real-life abduction of her ex-boy- *Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: for questions, comments or to apply as a hottie, e-mail shows just how non-social people are friend, who she met through "Sec- [email protected]. All decisions on hotties are made by Daily Titan staff members. becoming, and how many people al- ond Life". ready are that way. The Internet makes people out Online gaming through systems of touch with reality. Many cannot such as PlayStation 3, Xbox, as well or simply do not distinguish reality as on computers make it unneces- from "virtuality." sary for face-to-face contact. Players The simplest observation of these can play their friends who live right cases show just how involved and in- next door without even leaving their tense some people have become with own home. The old days of inviting these online communities. friends over to play a video game is Of course these cases are not the taken to a whole new level, and has norm. Many users of sites like these made it completely unnecessary. don't take it to the same extreme as "Second Life," the virtual world others, however, the fact is many do. that allows users to create avatars and Technology has become some- interact in a virtually created com- thing people have utilized to avoid munity, was first created in 1999 by the face-to-face interaction of hu- Linden Lab Philip, headed by Philip man life. Rosedale, according to the "Second Because of that, they just don't Life" mission statement. Since its know how to react. They take ex- opening, the virtual community tremes when someone "breaks-up" has attracted millions of users world with them online. wide. It's a simple matter that technolo- The lure of cyberspace is best gy has become a door to hide behind, described by a 1993 Peter Steiner and the only time the people who cartoon, "On the Internet, nobody "live" in the virtual communities of knows you're a dog!" that world emerge is when they want In cyberspace you can portray to get revenge for a wrong done to yourself anyway you want. You can them in the online world. 6 Features February 26, 2009 Writer comes full circle Little big gallery shows art Real estate agent and for- mer ‘Tonight Show’ joke writer revisits comedy scene that faces some criticism

By Shannel Crane By Brittny Ulate causes them to stop and check out updated twist. Instead of focusing Daily Titan Staff Writer Daily Titan Staff Writer the rest of the art displayed in the on middle America, Sutton in- [email protected] [email protected] small gallery, located on the main stead looks to the distinct culture level of the TSU. Sutton, who does of Southern California and finds Two rockabilly girls pose freelance work for Corel Painter inspiration in the low rider scene After trying stand-up comedy, against a sunny California back- writing jokes for Jay Leno and co- Magazine, and is working on his and “cholo” lifestyle. He attempts ground, one holding an Asian master’s in illustration at CSUF, owning the Orange County Flyers to bring out the beauty of the retro inspired paper umbrella and the uses the hot rod culture as an inspi- baseball team, David Jerome is re- rockabilly scene, which is a throw- other simply holding your gaze. ration for his artwork. He said his releasing his second comedic novel. back to the 1950’s culture. The colors are vivid and catch pieces displayed in the Center Gal- Sutton, who has “always been Jerome, a 43-year-old Fullerton the eye, inviting viewers to stay a resident, graduated from Cal State lery are like snapshots of Southern art-focused” according to long- while and take a closer look. California life. time friend Aaron Fredericks, is Fullerton in 1994 with his Radio- This is the work of Cal State TV-Film degree. One piece displays a father and also mixing it up when it comes to Fullerton artist Brad Sutton and son working on the engine of a car how he produces his art. Although During his college years, Jerome is just one of his many pieces while the mother is shown bring- many of his pieces are vibrant and wrote for the Daily Titan as a guest on exhibit at the Titan Student ing out drinks for them in the look like they are painted with tra- columnist. Shortly after graduation, Union Center Gallery. background. ditional art mediums, almost all of he began to explore stand-up com- TheTSU has three art galleries, edy and found that he enjoyed writ- Sutton says that although the them were digitally produced. which it uses to showcase the art- stories behind most of his art are Although he faces a lot of criti- ing the jokes, rather than perform- work of CSUF students. Walking not directly from his life, the story cism for the way he chooses to do ing them. Jerome submitted jokes to through the center gives visitors behind this particular piece is a his art, Sutton says that doing his Leno, who was only guest hosting the chance to experience some personal one. The father and son artwork digitally is just like using the Tonight Show at the time, and fresh, innovative art produced by scene is one from his own life and paint in that he chooses the colors got a personal phone call from Leno students at this university. offering a job as a freelance joke- the rag sticking out of the back and has to decide which brush- “There’s always a little back pocket represents Sutton’s rag that stroke go where. The only differ- writer. story to each picture,” Sutton he would carry when doing repair ence is there’s less mess to deal with After two years of freelance work said of his artwork Feb. 19 at the with Leno, Jerome continued writ- work. in the end. reception for his show, “Kustom Sutton’s work is unique because Steve Dang, a CSUF student, ing. He released his first book, “I’m Kulture.” it blends old school with the new walked through the TSU Thurs- a Big Fan,” which is a compilation It’s the back stories that in a couple of ways. Sutton’s art is day night and was enticed by free of joke fan letters to celebrities and grab a person’s atten- reminiscent of Norman Rockwell food sitting out for the reception, the responses he received. The let- tion and ters, signed “James E. Spamm Jr.,” snapshots of American life, but with but instead of pulling a good old include a joke letter to Betty White, an dine and dash, he decided to stay an advocate for animal rights, about for the art. whether Spamm’s cat should be- Photo Courtesy of Bryan Crowe/ OC Action Photography. “It’s good to get a moment of come a mother. Spamm also writes David Jerome, Cal State Fullerton alumni re-releases his second comedic novel. your time to stop and reflect,” to Henry Heimlich to praise him for Dang said of Sutton’s artwork. Experiencing an art show his life-saving maneuver. right time to give Roastbeef’s Prom- sequel to “Roastbeef’s Promise.” The Jerome’s second book, “Roast- ise another chance. sequel is a continuation of Hume’s for the first time, Dang liked the way the art beef’s Promise,” is the fictional story “The book has been written for story, only this time he turns the seemed, as if it was of a son keeping his father’s dy- years,” Jerome said. “I had other task of spreading a loved one’s ashes ing wish of having his ashes spread things going on. My wife and I had as a business. The sequel, R“ oastbeef a snapshot of some- across the continental United States. two boys and then I’m in real estate Sprinkles,” will follow Roastbeef on one’s life painted out. Jim “Roastbeef” Hume’s promise to in Orange County and Arizona. I his international travels. He said although the his dad leads him on a crazy journey just decided now was the time to put Jerome uses his own experiences scene might not be through the states. the book out; the market is down, so from his travels to relive some of the from your life, you Jerome took his own traveling ex- I needed something to do.” memories he’s made over the years. still can relate to it in periences to tell Hume’s story. Hume Last Sunday at the Brea Improv, “Its one of my passions,” Jerome a way. The TSU art galler- hitchhikes, mopeds, pedals, train- Jerome had a second-release book said. “Back in the day I was con- ies are small and won’t hops and flies his way through the launch with a group of his close stantly on the move or planning my take a whole day to country, running into trouble in al- friends and family. Tom Guymon, next trip. Now that I’m settled down visit, but what they of- most every state. a friend and former Disneyland co- with a family, this is a kind of way to fer is an opportunity to “I love to travel,” Jerome said. worker of Jerome’s, isn’t surprised to release some of the memories.” escape for a minute or “I’ve been to 49 of the 50 states and see his friend writing books. Jerome would like to release the two and reflect on the I enjoyed watching and listening to “To be honest,” Guymon said. new books in the next few years. simple things in life. people. I would walk around to bars “Out of everyone to have a book, it Until then he encourages everyone and baseball games and just start would be Dave.” to keep a journal of your life. Jerome talking to people. People just love to Eric Carlson, Jerome’s friend from believes that everyone has a book in tell their story and that’s where a lot high school, is excited to see Jerome them and journaling is the first step of the people in the book, based on continue the project. in the process. By Daniel Suzuki/ real people along the way.” “I knew this project was under- “If there’s one thing I learned in Daily Titan Photo Editor The book has been completed for way,” Carlson said. “It’s neat to see, college,” Jerome said. “It was to jour- eight years, but Jerome decided to after all of these years, the book nal. I wrote everyday on my trips Brad Sutton – re-release the novel with professional come out again.” while the memory was still fresh in medium – Digital help. The first release was a small Even with the busy schedule of my head. 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Brought to you by the people at www.dailysudoku.com 8 Sports February 26, 2009 Love of baseball just the beginning Sophomore Christian Colon’s on-field success comes from a passion for the sport that few manage to retain

By adan vasquez would get his education, something his experiences across the Atlantic, respect from his teammates, who Daily Titan Staff Writer he felt would help him mature and on another continent opened up his comment how great he is to play [email protected] put him in position to make good eyes to new things. with, and point his success at his decisions in life. “You get to see other cultures,” unbelievable work ethic. It was June 7, 2007, the day of Colon’s chances of reaching the Colon said. “It makes you realize “He works hard and that’s the the MLB draft and the San Diego highest level are alive and well, but that people over there don’t have ev- reason he’s so good, especially de- Padres selected Christian Colon in he knows nothing comes easy, and erything we have. We have it good fensively,” Clark said. the 10th round – his childhood the only way his dreams will be ful- out here.” Colon, himself, acknowledges dream became reality. filled is by hard work. Although he had the company of that his teammates are important All Colon ever wanted to do “One thing about Christian,” El- two close friends, being away from to him, and together their ultimate since he was a kid was play base- frin Colon said. “He’s a very hard home for nearly two months made goal this season is to win. ball. He knew it almost from the worker. He’s showing how respon- him realize how much he appreci- They take a lot of pride in put- moment he first picked up a bat sible he is by having such a good ated his family; it motivated him to ting on the Titan uniform as they and glove. work ethic.” not take anything for granted. are representing not only them- He was four years old when his It is that love and approach for the Looking up in the stands and not selves, but also those before them. father, Elfrin Colon, first intro- game that has allowed him to suc- seeing his family there was differ- Every time Colon and his team- duced him to the game, and he ceed at every level of competition. ent, he said. It is something he has mates are in the dugout, they can hasn’t let up one bit when it came After earning Freshman All-Amer- grown accustomed to while playing turn back to see the years the Ti- to being on the diamond. ican honors in his first season from at CSUF, but he spoke with them tans finished as champions. It gives Colon fell in love with the sport Baseball America, Collegiate Base- every day. him motivation to one day leave right from the start, according to ball and Rivals.com, Colon played Back home, his parents attend his own mark and be able to add his father. Whenever they had time for the U.S. National team over the almost all of his home games, espe- another year to that list. to spare, they would always be at summer, which went 24-0 en-route cially his father. Many players from the 2004 the field practicing, something he to captur- “They’re National Championship team are never forced on his son. ing the gold Since he was young very sup- often around, showing off their “We were always practicing on medal in the it’s been very clear that he p o r t i v e , ” ring and bragging about their title.

the weekends,” Elfrin Colon said. International “ Colon said. For Colon, it’s something he “Whenever he had nothing to do, U n i v e r s i t y wants to be a ball player. “They’re al- hopes he will be able to take away

he always wanted to practice. If Sports Federa- ways here. I from them; not the championship, you see him today, whenever he’s tion (FISU) He’s always been very fo- can’t com- but rather the distinction of being “ photos By Daniel suzuki/Daily Titan Photo Editor on the field, you can see that he re- World Cham- cused on what he wants. plain too the last Titan team to do it. Christian Colon swings for the fence Feb. 22 against Texas Christian University ally wants to be out there.” pionships in – Elfrin Colon, much, I’ve Colon is ready to do everything Colon can remember always be- the Czech Re- Christian Colon’s father had a good and anything it takes in order for ing on the field. He loved the game, public. life growing this team to be successful. and was very passionate about it He was the up. Looking “One thing about me and my early on. He remembers his father only player to up in the teammates is you always go out Christian Colon: having to calm him down and re- start every game at either shortstop stands and seeing them here makes there with full effort,” Colon said. mind him that it was just a game. or second base, and was credited me feel good.” “It’s like ‘let’s go out there and bat- By the Numbers “Since he was young, it’s been with fielding the final ground ball His mother, Lucy Colon, hasn’t tle.’” very clear that he wants to be a ball and firing to fellow Cal State Fuller- always been overly excited about him He knows no matter what, 10th round draft pick Height: player,” Elfrin Colon said. “He’s ton teammate Jared Clark, at first to playing, his father recalls jokingly. people always remember cham- for the San Diego 6’0” always been very focused on what cap off their perfect run. “You know at first she didn’t re- pions, and that’s how he wants to Padres 2007 he wants.” It was an experience that Colon ally like it,” Elfrin Colon said. “But be remembered. He acknowledges, Should he have chosen to go says he will forever cherish, playing now, if she can’t make it to a game, however, it is important people re- Weight: pro, Colon felt in his heart he had on what he believes is one of the best she’s on the computer trying to find alize how hard he plays, but win- Big West Conference 185 lbs the tools to be successful at the next teams ever assembled by the U.S. out what’s going on. She’ll call me ning a title would be the pinnacle. level, but he was wise enough to re- “It was an amazing feeling,” Co- during the game to find out how he’s “The number one thing on my Honorable Mention alize that he still had room to grow, lon said. “To do it undefeated was playing and how he’s hitting. She’s list is winning a National Cham- 2008 Position: both as a player and a person. crazy. We were the best in the world, very, very proud of him.” pionship,” Colon said. “Knowing Infield It was a tough decision for him and I was so excited to be a part of Before the season started, Colon that we went to Omaha and won to make, but he had his family that team. No one can ever take that was named a pre-season All-Ameri- a title.” All-American pick there to help decide what path was away from us.” can by Baseball America, an accom- Winning the gold this past sum- by Baseball America, Bat and Throw: the best for him – going to college Along with Clark, he also had Ti- plishment that makes he and his mer might have satisfied some Collegiate Baseball Right was the ultimate choice. tan outfielder Josh Fellhauer along- family proud. people, but not Colon. It has “Looking back now, I know I side him. However, for Colon, winning is only re-fueled his desire to work and Rivals.com needed this,” Colon said. “I knew Colon said having his teammates the ultimate goal. He knows if he harder toward earning a ring, as he 2008 Hometown: that if I went to college, I could be- there made it feel like home. They goes out, plays hard and leaves it all thought he would get one along Corona, CA come a better player.” had the mindset of not only repre- out on the diamond, and helps lead with the medal. His father said he is happy Co- senting their nation, but also Titan this team to a championship, every- “I don’t have a ring for high Started every game Statistics courtesy of cal state lon decided to attend college, not baseball. They wanted to show ev- thing else will take care of itself. school or Team USA,” Colon said. on the US Nationals fullerton just because it would improve eryone what they were all about. It is that type of mindset and “I want one really bad, and I think media relations his game, but mainly because he Aside from baseball, Colon said desire that has earned him a great it’s time for me to get one.” team in 2008 Bruins roar back with six straight runs, Titans drop third in a row By mike harding The Titans opened the scoring in UCLA blew the game open in Daily Titan Staff Writer the third inning with junior third the sixth inning. Yudin scored a solo [email protected] baseman Francesca Gonzales hitting home run and Schroeder hit a three a two-run home run, her fourth of run home run to give the Bruins a In a game that was largely a defen- the season, putting the team up 2-0. commanding 6-2 lead. sive struggle, the Cal State Fullerton The Bruins responded quickly in Despite the loss, Cervantes had softball team fell 6-2 to the UCLA the fourth, with catcher Dani Yudin nine strikeouts and played a gruel- Bruins Wednesday at Anderson hitting a two-run single to tie the ing game against a powerful UCLA Family Field. game 2-2. UCLA then shut down offense. UCLA improved to 14-2 and the Titan offense with two strikeouts TheT itans are looking to capital- have won nine games in a row, while and catching an infield fly to end the ize on what the team did well and are the Titans dropped to 5-7. inning. determined to work on the aspects of “They have a great team and good The fifth inning presented a scary their game that need improvement. hitters. Our pitcher played real well moment for the Titans. Ari Cer- “We were present in the box and and our defense was good, but we vantes was struck in the elbow and stayed aggressive,” Gonzales said. suffered in the box and lost key bat- chest by a wild pitch from Kerr. She “We need to swing more next game tles,” Titan Head Coach Michelle shook it off and walked to first base and not take too many pitches.” Gromacki said. under her own power. TheT itans next host UC Berkeley By Mike radford/For the Daily Titan The first and second innings were “It hurt, but the pain was worth on Friday for the first game of the The Titans look on during the bottom of the sixth inning as the UCLA offense shuts them down after scoring four runs. The Titans scoreless, with both teams playing it because it was so important to get DeMarini Invitational Tournament held the Bruins off in the seventh but were unable to make up the runs and took home their third straight loss. strong defense. that base,” Cervantes said. at Anderson Field.