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Since 1960 Volume 85, Issue 3 Tuesday September, 8, 2009

The Student Voice of California State University, Fullerton State fires spark awareness

By Maureen Fox not burn. Irvine campus closed for Daily Titan Staff Writer one day two years ago due to smoke, [email protected] but the main campus has never been shut down due to poor air quality or The sun glows red behind a haze of risk of fire. smoke. Pepper-like ash dusts the tops The wildfires have produced visible of cars and rooftops. Thick plumes of amounts of ash and smoke, but the smoke hover in the distance. Once Environmental Health & Instruction- vis- again, Southern California is on fire, al Safety department has determined ibil- but Cal State Fullerton is safe from the the air around the university is safe to ity in miles. 12 fires firefighters have battled since breathe. Air quality on t h e Aug. 26, two of which still rage in the Scott Bourdon, associate director of AQMD scale ranges from good to foothills of Los Angeles and nearby Environmental Health & Instructional hazardous. counties. Safety, monitors the air quality around “We are what’s called moderate Although CSUF is not directly the campus each morning by measur- according to AQMD,” Bourdon said, cam- threatened by this year’s wildfires, ing particulate matter levels. regarding the particulate matter mea- pus if air campus personnel are closely monitor- “Every day we get updates from the surements on Sept. 3. But Bourdon p a r t i c u l a t e ing the situation and are prepared to Air Quality Management District, and said that was most likely due to smog matters got close handle a fire emergency if the situation they project the air quality,” Bourdon than to smoke. to the 500 range. changes. said. When Bourdon took the readings, Bourdon said it is highly unlikely Most of the fires have been put out, The Air Quality Management CSUF was borderline good-moderate. the air quality around CSUF will wors- but the fiercest blaze, known as the Sta- District, or Bourdon said en significantly over the next few days. tion Fire, continues to burn northwest AQMD, is the AQMD lists “We’ve been lucky with the winds,” of Los Angeles County and in the San air pollution Smoke Safety Tips CSUF in the Bourdon said, as they are blowing Gabriel Wilderness area. The Station control agency moderate range most of the ash and smoke away from Fire, which authorities classified as for Orange, • Stay Indoors - Choose in- because it is part the campus. arson, has claimed 157,220 acres, 78 Los Angeles, door options when air pollution of the entire CSUF remains untouched by wild- homes and two firefighters’ lives. Riverside and levels are unhealthful. Keep your North Orange fires, but if any blazes pose a threat in On Sept. 7, the U.S. Forest Service San Bernardino windows and doors closed. Set your County region, the future, the university is prepared said the Station Fire is 56 percent con- counties. They air conditioning system on recircu- which is listed as to keep students and staff safe. Fire ex- tained and will be fully contained by manage emis- moderate for the tinguishers, fire alarms and evacuation By Ron Fu/Daily Titan Staff Photographer lation mode, if available. Sept. 15. sions from sta- next few days. instructions are found all over campus. (Above) A fire helicopter provides a water drop near homes on Skyland Road in Sunland • Reduce Outdoor Activity - on Sunday, Aug. 30. (Below) Members of the Tatanka Hot Shots watch as the fire Despite the ferocity of this year’s tionary sources Limit your involvement in outdoor Daily forecasts The university also constantly practices approaches homes in Sunland on Sunday, Aug. 30. Helicopter water drops kept the fire firestorm, CSUF is safely out of harm’s of pollution and activities and events that require are available by handling fire alarms. from burning the homes. way. provide daily prolonged exposure and strenuous visiting www. Catherine Halliday, program assis- Tom Whitfield, director of -Envi forecasts of air exercise or sports participation. aqmd.gov. tant for the President’s Scholars Pro- ronmental Health & Instructional quality. CSUF • Stay Alert - Listen to your lo- When the gram, has served as a fire marshal for Safety, said the fires look much closer uses their fore- cal news and weather forecasts and Irvine campus the eighth floor in Langsdorf Hall for to CSUF than they actually are. casts as guide- air quality alerts. If the air quality closed for one the last nine years. When the fire alarm “Most of the winds are from the east lines for campus in your area worsens, take necessary day during fires sounds, she checks that everyone has and west and (the fires) are north, so safety. precautions and plan your activities two years ago, left the floor then locks all of the doors it would take a big shift in the wind A Q M D accordingly. particulate mat- and makes sure she or another fire mar- to come down in our area,” Whitfield d e t e r m i n e s • Consult Your Physician - If ter levels had shal is the last person down the stairs. said. “We are too far away, and it’s be- air quality by you suffer from heart or lung prob- reached the un- During her years as a fire marshal, ing blown in other directions.” measuring the lems, ask your doctor about treat- healthy range Halliday has never seen a severe fire CSUF and its surrounding proper- amount of par- ment or if you should leave the when smoke set- call. Though most pulled fire alarm ties have never suffered direct damage ticulate matter area. tled on the cam- calls turn out to be false, the university from wildfires. The Tucker Wildlife in the air, such as pus overnight, handles each call seriously. Sanctuary, a 12-acre preserve oper- smoke and ash, over 139 micro- CSUF is protected from yet another ated by the College of Natural Science by micrograms of particles per cubic grams of particles per cubic meter of air. Southern California firestorm, but if and Mathematics, was surrounded by meter of air. Bourdon said you can also Bourdon said the university had a rule that changes, the university is prepared flames during last year’s fires but did determine air quality by the amount of of thumb that they would evacuate the to deal with the emergency. Arboretum celebrates 30th anniversary By Gikbert Gutierrez and organic food lovers, gourmet veg- gardening and watering their own on programs and events, they can be Daily Titan Staff Writer etarian cooking classes are offered to vegetation. found on the Arboretum’s Web site. [email protected] instruct individuals who are in search Children can participate by visiting Every year, the third graders from of healthy and the pumpkin patch the Fullerton School District tour the More than just a museum for delicious meals. where they will Dr. Clark House, built for the pio- plants, the Fullerton Arboretum, There are also learn songs, stories neer physician in 1894, which is lo- celebrating its 30th anniversary this workshops and activities. For cated in the center of the gardens. The October, is a peaceful non-profit or- available that $3, children ages children then complete a project that ganization with a 26-acre collection guide learn- five and up can en- fulfills the requirement for California of plant wildlife from around the ers on how to joy Entomologists’ history in public schools in the Fuller- world. grow lawns and Bug Safari and ton district, said Education Manager The Arboretum is free and open to conserve water explore and inves- Ami Becker. the public from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. properly. Also tigate friendly in- The grounds are solely for observa- By Shruti Patel/Daily Titan Staff Photographer Anyone can feel free to walk around made available sects this Saturday tion and exploration, so the public The Fullerton Arboretum hosts varied exotic plants for the Fullerton community to enjoy. and observe the monstrous cactus to the public at 9:30 a.m. Please does not have authorization to touch, garden, a towering 100-foot Ombu are community call by Wednesday plow or remove anything from its help everyone be good stewards of to attend or volunteer be sure to call tree or just sit and relax in the shade plots for rent at to register. An- natural habitat, said front desk recep- the environment and grant them a for more information. as the plant life continues to flourish. $100 for those other fun event is tionist Deni Hunter. wonderful experience, Dyment said. This weekend the Arboretum is New to the Arboretum environ- that wish to the Survivor Plant Since Oct. 21, 1979, the Arbo- The non-profit organization is funded holding a Salvia Spectacular Plant Sale ment is the Mojave plant life, Chan- grow their own World where chil- retum has been providing faculty, by the state of California, the City of from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Sept. 12 nel Islands’ plants, a farm that im- fruits, flowers dren ages eight students and the community abroad Fullerton’s redevelopment agency, Cal from 10 a.m. to noon, there will be a proves the agricultural foundation as or vegetables in and up explore the with the opportunity to learn and State Fullerton, and private individu- volunteer open house for anyone to well as an emphasis to drought toler- a 15-foot by 15- most destructive appreciate the plant world through als that are generous enough to donate volunteer and learn how to help the ant education of plant life. foot plot. The plants. There is also educational classes and activities, said their time and money, he said. environment. Today the organization has more community plots are only cared for Story Hour for children to listen to Director Gregory T. Dyment. The Arboretum’s 30th anniversary For a full list of prices, please call to offer than ever before; avian lov- by the owner that purchased the plot, exciting stories in front of one of the The mission is to provide the visi- will be celebrated on Oct. 16 with a (657) 278-3407 or visit the Web site ers can join in bird watching. For tofu and they are responsible for neatly Arboretum’s gardens. For more details tors with important information to lasagna dinner, so for those that wish at www.fullertonarboretum.org. Daily Titan SHORTHAND Healthcare for America See page 3 WEATHER TUSK magazine Loretta Sanchez on US, TODAY TOMorrow writers recognized UN and education Amy Dempsey and Bahar Ansa- The United Nations Associa- ri’s “Suburban Slavery,” published tion-Orange County Chapter wel- in TUSK, was selected as a final- comes students to have lunch with ist in the ACP’s 2009 Story of the guest of honor Congresswoman Year contest. The article chronicled Loretta Sanchez on Saturday, Oct. High: 83° High: 85° the story of Shyima , an Egyptian 3 from noon – 2:00 p.m. at Chap- Low: 61° Low: 61° brought to California to work as a man University in Orange. Fol- slave. Shyima’s parents negotiated lowing lunch, the Congresswoman Partly Cloudy Mostly Sunny the deal to help pay off a debt in- will speak on “The United States, curred by an older sister. the United Nations, and the Im- Winners will be announced at portance of International Educa- CONTACT US the National College Media Con- tion.” She will also field questions vention in Austin, Texas, Oct. 28 if time allows. The UNA lunch is Main line: (657) 278-3373 to Nov. 1, 2009. The Associated open to all. For further informa- News desk: (657) 278-4415 Advertising: (657) 278-4411 Collegiate Press has offered uni- tion see the UNA-USA/OC Web E-mail: [email protected] versities a wide variety of resources site at http://www.una-oc.org. since 1921. 2 Page Two September, 8, 2009 IN OTHER NEWS INTERNATIONAL Recfest promotes new SRC classes Belgium offers asylum to Guantanamo detaine By Katelin Paiz it at all times. were Malia San Nicolas and Ben Daily Titan Staff Writer Booths were set up along the en- Morris who will be teaching the BRUSSELS (MCT) – President Barack Obama has ordered the detention [email protected] trance of the SRC for the different West Coast Swing and the Lindy facility closed by early next year and the United States has been seeking new sections offered, such as the Titan Hop classes will also be held on nations for dozens of the 226 captives now cleared for release but fearful of The Student Recreation Cen- Bowl and Billiards, drop-in fitness Mondays starting on Sept. 14. returning to their native countries because of stigma or ill treatment. ter was abuzz Wednesday during classes, and a personal trainer con- “We really wanted to bring a dif- A Belgium Foreign Ministry statement Friday did not identify the de- Recfest 2009, an event meant to sultation booth with a complete ferent kind of dance that was not tainee who would be resettled, or specify his nationality, however he is no raise student awareness about the body fat and composition test. just salsa but something that could longer facing prosecution. resources offered by the SRC. A steel drum band played pool still be danced socially,” said San The announcement follows similar deals between the Obama administra- “It’s amazing that a lot of people side while students enjoyed comple- Nicolas. “Really our goal is to intro- tion and France and Portugal, which last month took in two Syrians for don’t even know that this building mentary sandwiches and requested duce these dances to a younger gen- resettlement. Ireland has also agreed to take two detainees. exists,” said Albert Beltran, an in- songs like “Clocks” from Coldplay. eration so the dance doesn’t die.” tramural sports coordinator at the Students could seek refuge from Many students were taken aback SRC. “They park in the lot over the sun inside the center where one by the variety of resources offered at NATIONAL there, they go to class, they go back of the booths handed out sports the SRC. to their cars and then leave. They drinks and Power Bars. Students “I didn’t really expect any of this Obama adviser on ‘green jobs’ quits have no reason to be on this side of could also watch demonstrations of coming here, and I find it pretty WASHINGTON (MCT) – White House officials said Sunday the presi- campus.” the eclectic fitness classes offered by exciting,” said 18-year-old liberal dential environmental advisor Van Jones resigned this weekend of his own Beltran said that he hopes all that the center. studies major, Brenda Lopez. “I’ve accord, a move resulting from a furor over his fiery remarks about Republi- will change following Recfest 2009 West African-inspired drumming never seen a gym anywhere that of- cans and his signature on a petition questioning whether the U.S. govern- as new students are exposed to the was among the entertainment at the fers these types of classes.” ment had any role in planning the Sept. 11 attacks. many classes and resources offered SRC, to get students interested in Lopez and her friend, 17-year- Jones issued a statement decrying “lies and distortions” and a “smear cam- at the SRC. the new drum fusion class offered old human services major Shearall paign” that had been waged against him by the right. “It’s just a way to reach out to Mondays starting Sept. 14. Johnson, were drawn to Recfest for The controversy began to surface over the past week, as conservative talk them and say, ‘Yeah, you may not Instructor Melinda Rodriguez is many of the same reasons as other show hosts such as Fox News Channel’s Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity honed be a kinesiology major, but we of- quick to persuade students, who students in attendance. in on Jones as the latest example of a “radical” associate of Obama. fer martial arts classes or drumming might otherwise think of them- They heard about the free lunch By John Wayne Maioriello/ Jones, even as he hit back against his critics, conceded he had become a classes,’” Beltran said. selves as rhythmically challenged, and came to check it out, but found Daily Titan Staff Photographer distraction. Upon walking into the building, to give it a try. that the center had more to offer students were given leis, commem- “Everybody has rhythm,” said than just a sandwich and a cool re- Jennifer Change reaches the top of the rockwall at the CSUF Student Rec Center orating this year’s “Anchors Away” Rodriguez. “If you can blink, if you freshment. during the Fall 2009 Recfest in Fullerton, STATE theme. have a heartbeat, you have rhythm “It seems like they really care Calif. on Sept. 2. The Rockwall was Fed’s Screening for Illegal Workers Beings Students were immediately and the class is about developing about us here,” said Johnson. “I one of many services and facilities being drawn to the rock wall, which had that rhythm.” plan on coming back a lot more featured throughout Recfest including food SANTA ANA (MCT) – Anyone who does business with the federal gov- at least one student repelling off of Among other demonstrations now. I’m excited!” and drinks. ernment will soon be required to use a federal system that is intended to weed out employees without authorization to work in the country. After Labor Day weekend, those federal contractors and subcontractors will have to use E-Verify, which allow employers to check the validity of a new hire’s Social Security number and other Form I-9 information, such as Disney pays $4 billion for Marvel Comics a name. The new mandate goes into effect Sep. 8, a couple of months after De- vel Entertainment, for approxi- Executive Officer Ike Perlmutter in the and “Clerks.” partment of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced the mately $4 billion, or $50 per same release. “If they use Marvel like they do Mir- administration’s support for the regulation. Marvel share. Marvel is known The reaction from fans has been imax,” added Borrayo, “there’s nothing Employers who contract with the federal government after Sept. 8 will around the world for its 5,000 mixed. to worry about.” have 30 days after the contract to enroll. These employers will have to use plus characters, including Spider- Andrew Borrayo, 21, a graphic de- Both Borrayo and Fewings expressed E-Verify to confirm existing hires, and all new hires. Man, the X-Men, the Hulk, Captain sign major at Cal State Fullerton and hope that the deal might make a Pixar/ America, the Punisher, Iron Man, longtime Marvel fan, said that the deal Marvel collaboration possible in the the Fantastic Four, and Thor. has its pros and cons. Marvel will ben- near future. CorrectionS “This transaction combines efit from Disney’s strong marketing Pixar Animation Studios, the ac- Marvel’s strong global brand and financial power, “but at the same claimed production company, was and world-renowned library time, (Disney) might put their two acquired by the Walt Disney Com- AUGUST 31, 2009: In the article “‘Super Seniors’ forced from nest” of characters ... with Disney’s cents into everything and dumb it all pany in 2006 and has not, to date, re- CSU spokesperson Clara Potes-Fellow’s name was spelled incorrectly creative skills, unparalleled down,” Borrayo said. leased an unpopular movie. Pixar has as “Clara Portocello.” global portfolio of enter- Rachel Fewings, 21, an English ma- such credits behind it as “Toy Story,” In the article “International artists redesign women,” the exhibition’s tainment properties, and jor at CSUF and another avid Marvel “Wall-E” and the recent “Up.” curator, Alexandra Duron was misquoted saying that some of the art- a business structure that fan, agrees. “Disney has a lot of re- “I feel like this could introduce Mar- ists graduated in the U.S. when none of them did. maximizes the value of sources behind them. As long as they vel to a much broader audience,” said creative properties across don’t interfere with Marvel’s produc- Borrayo. “People who have never read multiple platforms and tion or overly regulate them, I don’t see Marvel comics could look into it.” territories,” said Robert a problem with Disney owning them.” Other fans have expressed other For the Record A. Iger, president and This seems to be the main concern hopes when it comes to the acquisi- chief executive officer fans have with the deal. Marvel has tion. “Maybe we’ll get some Disney- It is the policy of the Daily Titan to correct any inaccurate informa- of the Walt Disney always been more adult-oriented, evi- land rides,” said Katrina Cheung, 18, tion printed in the publication as soon as the error is discovered. Any Company in an Aug. dent in any one of their antiheroes: a a psychology major at CSUF. incorrect information printed on the front page will result in a correction 31 press release. character who will prefer to kill the vil- Still, the overall attitude seems to be printed on the front page. Any incorrect information printed on any Marvel has also expressed feelings lain rather than send him to jail, such hopeful, but cautious. Only time will other page will be corrected on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will that the transaction will prove to be as the Punisher. But Disney’s main tar- tell exactly how Disney will use Mar- be corrected on that page. Corrections also will be noted on the online By Eric Broude beneficial to all. “This is an unparalleled get audience often consists mostly of vel. version of the Daily Titan. Daily Titan Staff Writer opportunity for Marvel to build upon children and families. Richard Nguyen, 23, an undeclared Please contact executive editor Skyler Blair at 657-278-5815 or at [email protected] its vibrant brand and character proper- Disney does, however, own Mira- CSUF major and Marvel fan, said he’s ties by accessing Disney’s tremendous max Films, Borrayo pointed out, fine with the new collaboration “as [email protected] with issues about this policy or to report any The Walt Disney Company has ac- global organization and infrastructure which has released such adult-oriented long as Mickey doesn’t put his gloves errors. quired the comic book company, Mar- around the world,” said Marvel Chief cult classic movies as “Pulp Fiction” where they don’t belong.” Daily Titan Editorial Titan Calendar of Events Executive Editor Skyler Blair Managing Editor Monzerrath Gonzalez News Director Sergio Cabaruvias September 8-12 September 13-20 Asst. News Editor Kymberly Snew Asst. 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The Daily Titan allocates one issue to each student for free. & Billiards, 4 p.m.) (Titan Stadium, 3 p.m.) Copyright ©2006 Daily Titan September 8, 2009 NEWS 3 Democratic Health Care for America NOW On Sept. 3, in Cornfield Park, chairs and a podium were set and ready for the scene. Hundreds of people from the Los Angeles area showed up to show support for President Obama’s new health care plan. Signs with slogans, such as “Obama Hope” and “Public Option Now,” were popular.

1. Congresswoman Jane Harman (D) gave a speech to a 1 crowd in favor of President Obama’s plan. 2

2. Hundreds of people write letters asking for support on health care reform from Senator Feinstein.

3. Hundreds of people from the LA area gather to show their support for healthcare reform.

4. Tom McGarth, 62, holds up his “Obama Hope” picket during the rally in Cornfield Park.

5 Nirvin Mullick, 34, holds up a sign with a familiar slogan.

6. Rosemary Sova, speaks of her medical bills to a news crew.

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Photo Courtesy MCT Above: Iconic Avalon Bay on Catalina Island lies southwest of Doctor’s Cove where alumna Jen Schumacher began her 9-hour swim toward San Pedro. Right: Schumacher poses with an article on her feat, which appeared in the Orange County Register. Photo By John Wayne Maioriello/Daily Titan Staff Photographer By Juan Saucedo Schumacher left from Doctor’s Cove on ing the swim at midnight was essential due Barbara Shumacher’s role was to give her Judelson said the data will demonstrate Daily Titan Staff Writer Catalina Island on midnight and reached the to good conditions in currents and shipping daughter any drinks or food she needed along what swimmers feel in those conditions. “We [email protected] San Pedro Peninsula in Rancho Palos Verdes traffic in the early hours of the day. the way. will get an indication of how stressful it feels in roughly nine hours. Yet, the swim was so grueling that Schu- “I’m completely proud of her, not just be- from the perspective of the person.” Jen Schumacher looked back at Catalina Her official time was 9 hours, 2 minutes, macher said she had to pace herself through- cause she did this, but because she took it so Schumacher is working on a master’s de- Island. 48 seconds. The average time is 10 to 12 out her journey. “I was able to stay consistent, seriously,” she said. gree in kinesiology with an emphasis in sports After swimming more than 20 punishing hours, she said. and I had family support- Schumacher had to make stops almost ev- psychology. miles in the cold Pacific in mid-August, she Schumacher also en- ing me.” ery 25 minutes to drink water and eat snacks, Schumacher credits her coach and the pro- was astonished she had been standing on the dured waters with an aver- I’ve never seen Medical personnel fol- such as bread, bananas and Gu Chomps En- fessors for the success of the swim because island almost nine hours ago. age temperature in the mid lowed her on a nearby ergy Chews. She also updated her followers they helped her get mentally and physically

“I couldn’t believe it when I looked back at to high 60s without wear- “any person do an charter boat along with on Twitter. prepared, she said. Catalina,” she said in a telephone interview. ing a wetsuit. endurance event and two observers who made CSUF professors Lenny Wiersma and Dan However, Schumacher doesn’t plan to

“It was surreal.” Schumacher, who is the sure she didn’t break any Judelson also collected data for a case study at swim the channel again. The 24-year-old Cal State Fullerton grad 165th person to have ac- be in good spirits the rules, in that she could not every stop. “I’m thinking about applying for a swim student swam 21 miles through the Catalina complished the feat since “ receive any assistance in Judelson, a professor of kinesiology, said that goes around Manhattan Island in New Channel on Aug. 14 and donated a portion of 1927, trained mostly in entire time. her swim. Schumacher swallowed a thermometer in pill York,” she said. the proceeds that she received to the Surfrider open waters for this swim – Dan Judelson, Barbara Schumacher, form before swimming the channel so that Judelson, who has participated in mara- Foundation South Orange County Chapter, a for about one year, she Kinesiology professor 47, Jen Schumacher’s they could get data on her core temperature. thons and triathlons, said the thing that non-profit organization dedicated to protect- said. mother, kayaked next to They also received data on her heart and impressed him the most was how positive ing the world’s oceans and beaches. “The water was perfectly her daughter the entire stroke rate while tracking her rate of exertion, Schumacher seemed despite the grueling con- Schumacher decided to give to the Surfrid- calm. I couldn’t have asked way. perceived thirst, perceived thermal tempera- ditions. er Foundation after encountering plastic bags for better conditions,” she told a freelance “There never was a waver in her determi- ture and perceived pain, Judelson said. “She “I’ve never seen any person do an endur- and trash while swimming in the ocean. reporter for CNN right after finishing the nation or belief that she could complete her was a great sport to let us do the measure- ance event and be in good spirits the entire “My longest training swim was 17.5 miles. swim. goal,” Barbara Shumacher said. “She was very ments at a time when it could have been a time,” he said. “It’s an amazingly incredible I had never swum that far,” she said. According to Schumacher’s blog start- confident in her training.” distraction,” he said. thing to swim 21 miles in open waters.” September 8, 2009 FEATURES 5 Pain, love, passion and unibrows Frida Kahlo-themed show opens in Long Beach art gallery near city college By Laura Barron-Lopez The colors of the art, the wine served, the actions.” Daily Titan Staff Writer music, and people who all shared common ap- “Endure,” a vinyl cutting on wood board [email protected] preciations of Frida created feelings intimacy by Robert Lebsack, attracts viewers due to its Frida Kahlo, a woman and artist who stands with history, tradition, and culture that seems unusual background of wood with a freehand the test of time, continues to represent a pleth- to be quite rare among our society today. cutting of vinyl. Also cut from vinyl above Fr- ora of feelings to many people. The variety of artwork that creates the pulse ida are her own words, “We can endure much The various thoughts that arise at the men- and emotions are on a level all their own. more than we think we can.” The artist’s deci- tion of her name are endless: bold, fierce, ec- Every piece is fascinating, all having individ- sion to add Frida’s words gives extra depth and centric, troubled, resilient. ual interpretations of one woman, Frida. explanation, allowing viewers to feel connected But regardless of the labels people For free, the public can be ex- to the artist’s motive and inspiration. attempt to place on her, she will posed to these masterpieces. Too many times, viewers feel dis- truthfully weather all the storms tant from the artist; but being able to of time and judgment. It is for know the artist’s personal thoughts this reason that she continues to creates a bond. be revered and remembered, in Lebsack explained that “this piece this case, in a gallery art exhibit. represents her spirit and what we can Picture This Gallery and -Cus learn from her words as well as her im- tom Framing, located in Long Beach agery.” and owned by Marisol Gomez, has an “Frida,” a watercolor on a palm frond by annual Frida Kahlo art exhibit, filled Lynn Morgan, captures the eye with its dra- with a wide range of interpretations of matic protrusion off the wall. Frida by local artists. The exhibit will On a single palm tree frond is Frida run from Sept. 1 through Oct. 31, the painted in vibrant colors. Morgan ex- opening reception was Saturday, Sept. plained, “like Frida, a palm endures the 5, and the final one will be on Oct. storms of life and yet remains a symbol of 31. Artists are asked to be creative and beauty. produce unique pieces of artwork in Morgan was surprised and honored, their own style. that she, a local high school art teacher, Gomez, an intelligent, char- could sell a work of art. ismatic woman, opened this shop/ She further explained that she gallery in 1996. She felt “that there wanted to paint on a “different sur- were not enough opportunities for face than typically used. A palm takes amateur artists.” She wanted to open countless beatings, like Frida, yet still a place “where all artists can get expo- continues.” sure and learn about the process of a gal- Here, anyone can find something All the works of art were layered with lery exhibit.” in a work they relate to or that strikes a chord depths of meanings, which could only be no- Gomez’s four annual exhibits include: “Love within. Out of over 100 entries, 24 were se- ticed when time was taken to truly analyze and Hate” in February, “The Motivational lected to be in the show. them. Art, Poetry and Fundraiser” exhibit for at-risk “La Salida,” an acrylic on canvas piece cre- A small performance was given by Gomez, teens, “Frida Kahlo,” and finally in December ated by Shanon Jones, displays Frida alone on the owner, who donned Frida attire, singing “La Virgen,” (The Virgin Mary), an exhibit in a stage, defiant, symbolic of her life’s solitude “La Llorona,” (The Wailing Woman), further honor of her grandmother. and giving a final bow. building upon the ambiance of tradition and Gomez chose to display “Love and Hate” “I hope the exit is joyful, and I hope to never Frida’s culture. annually. “Everyone’s been hurt or loved and come back” is translated on streams of lace sur- An evening rich with art, life, and culture is By Shurti Patel/Daily Titan Photo Editor either words, love and hate, cause people to go rounding Frida, which she wrote in her diary a a fitting tribute to Frida Kahlo, whose personal The featured artwork at the Frida Kahlo art exhibit depicts self-portraits and Dia de los Muertos themed crazy. Strong emotions can be pulled out of few days before her death. magnetism was always evident in her works. pieces. The exhibit is open to the public and accompanied by live music and appetizers. both,” she said. Maria Estella Ro- She has the “Motivational” exhibit so that driguez’s “Butterflies, teens at risk can learn “they can break that Bees and Ladybugs cycle and create change in themselves.” on a Frida(y) Morn- Gomez takes joy in seeing these young art- ing” is inspired by ists’ faces light up when they see that their Frida’s own style. work has sold. “Alone she often Choosing Frida Kahlo as an annual exhibit, painted solely her- Gomez feels, speaks for itself: “There is such self,” said Rodriguez. love for her worldwide.” She painted but- Lastly, “La Virgen” is focused on the Virgin terflies in Frida’s of Guadalupe. headpiece because Gomez has deep feelings connected to this “they relate to rebirth exhibit; her reason for making it annual is in and metamorphosis. honor of her grandmother who was born on They remind us to Dec. 12, La Virgen of Guadalupe’s saint day. trust in nature and For the very first showing of this exhibit, she evolve in the unfold- had her grandmother flown in from Mexico. ing process of our Hearing the reasoning for deciding upon lives,” she said. these annual exhibits gives them even greater “Frida Art Doll,” a meaning and intrigue. multimedia polymer By having these exhibits, Gomez gives hope clay doll by Christine to local artists, a sense of tradition, and keeps Alvardo, pays tribute the art of creating original works alive. to Frida in her latter Although some may feel the smallness of years, with an aged this gallery hinders its abilities, it instead con- face expressing pain tributes to its power. and defiance. Frida The quaint vibe of the gallery makes the “still maintains a atmosphere intimate, allowing people to feel regal proud stance, close to the ethnic culture and art. with tears falling,” Walking into the gallery Saturday evening said Alvardo. This for the opening reception, Mexican music older Frida holds lingered softly in the background, and in the a small marionette foreground the voices of those admiring the art of her younger self, filled the room. which the artist states The gallery couldn’t fit all the visitors, leav- is there to represent By Shruti Patel/Daily Titan Photo Editor ing them overflowing onto the sidewalk out- her “taking respon- Works featuring the internationally famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo were showcased at the Picture This! Framing and Gallery in Long Beach. The exhibit will be running from Sept. 1 side. sibility for her past through Oct. 31. Artists used a mix of artistic styles emodying Frida’s own style including realism, symbolism, and surrealism. 6 FEATURES September 8, 2009 They’re gonna need a bigger tank

By Patrick Cowles/Daily Titan Assistant News Editor Aquarium of the Pacific patrons gawk at larger sharks in display tank at the Shark Lagoon in Long Beach. A blacktip reef shark looms over the newest acquistion, a five-foot long tiger shark from Taiwan and the only tiger shark in captivity on the West Coast.

climates. They are known of Taiwan, when fishermen caught tioned off part of Shark Lagoon just to reside in coastal waters, the mother of the unborn tiger for her. usually in tropical or sub- shark. While on display, she shares a tropical temperate zones. The mother gave birth to a school 90,000 gallon tank with a sand ti- However, they have been of pups shortly after being captured. ger shark, black and white tipped observed as open ocean A Taiwanese collector of fish reef sharks, a zebra shark, and a few sharks as well, capable of somehow received the tiger shark others. covering great distances. and contacted the Aquarium of the The Aquarium staff has not named Tiger sharks can grow Pacific, said Marilyn Padilla, media the tiger shark, it is not something from 10 to 20 feet in length, relations for the Aquarium of the they do, said Trautwein. weighing in between 850 Pacific. The most surprising difficulty and 2,000 pounds. True From there, the collector guar- Aquarium staff has had is feeding. to their name, these sharks anteed to keep the shark safe until Although feeding is good now, joked sport dark “tiger” stripes on proper transportation accommoda- Trautwein, it was not always so. their backs. Their dorsal tions could be scheduled. The Aquarium has tried just areas range from dark blue- Once a container was procured, about everything a carnivore of the greens to grays and blacks, the tiger shark flew over the Pacific sea might eat, including chicken and with off-white bellies. Ocean, arriving at LAX Airport. The steak. Known as the “wastebas- Aquarium of the Pacific then picked On some days she wouldn’t eat, or By Patrick Cowles/Daily Titan Assistant News Editor ket of the sea,” tiger sharks up the container and safely trans- would eat one specific item. On oth- The tiger shark swims in Aquarium of the Pacific’s main display tank, in front of a partition set up to gradually introduce her to the other sharks. have a wide open diet, ported the tiger shark to her new er days she would feast upon every- She is less than one year old and was born in captivity. ingesting just about any- temporary residence. thing they fed her. She now enjoys a thing. They have even been known Since she will eventually grow variety of fish and shrimp. By Patrick Cowles to eat non-digestible items such as too large for the exhibit, Trautwein The Aquarium has different feed- Daily Titan Assistant News Editor [email protected] plastic bottles and license plates that explained she cannot stay in Long ing stations where staff can feed each find their way into the ocean’s cur- Beach forever. The Aquarium of the shark individually to avoid competi- rents. Their common diet in the wild Pacific is not sure when she will be tion; however, she has gotten along Clouds dot the partly clear sky, consists of a variety of fish, crusta- “too” big. “There is no exact science with the other sharks. a beautiful day at the beach, if it ceans, and sea birds brave enough to to it,” said Traut- Since she is weren’t for the heat and humidity. skim the waters. wein. The Aquar- under a year As I cruise down Ocean Boulevard Due to their dietary voracity, tiger ium of the Pa- old, the Aquar- in Downtown Long Beach with the sharks are known to beach dwellers cific has already We aim to inspire ium feeds her

windows down and volume up, I as man-eaters. begun to contact “visitors to learn the throughout the notice posters promoting a rare visi- However, shark attacks are incred- other aquariums truth about these day to ensure her

tor to this town littering the street ibly rare. According to the Interna- that may be able growth. Visitors lights. tional Shark Attack File, 96 attacks to house her in animals ... may also feed a In late February, Aquarium of the have been reported in California adulthood. “ shark themselves – Perry Hampton, Pacific, just off Pine Street, received since 1926, eight of which have been The Aquarium during set feed- Animal husbandry a young female tiger shark from Tai- fatal. of the Pacific director ing times. wan. Over 70 percent of these attacks opened Shark Just under five Tiger sharks are quite rare in were perpetrated by white sharks, Lagoon back in feet in length captivity, and the Aquarium’s Shark only 1 percent have been reported as 2002. The exhib- now, she was Lagoon exhibition now houses the leopard sharks, with around 20 per- it contains a large display tank for around three feet when the Aquar- only one on the West Coast. cent unknown. larger sharks, with “touching” pools ium received her, which is a good Aquarium staff has been excited “We aim to inspire visitors to above for smaller sharks. sign. for the chance to work with this spe- learn the truth about these animals Anyone with a fear of sharks is Growth is indicative of health and cies. ... while we further scientific infor- encouraged to visit the exhibit and also success in handling, to which “They are challenging to handle mation about their behavior,” said overcome their fears. Aquarium staff is proud to see. in captivity,” said Sandy Trautwein, Perry Hampton, Aquarium of the Although the tiger shark arrived Now weighing around 45 pounds, Aquarium of the Pacific curator Pacific animal husbandry director. at the Aquarium in late February, she came to the Aquarium around of fish. “They are an open ocean That’s why it is important for people she has only been on display for 28 pounds. By Patrick Cowles/Daily Titan Assistant News Editor shark.” by the sea to respect the habitats hu- the public since June. The first few “She’s doing great. We’ve gotten Sandy Trautwein, Aquarium of the Pacific’s curator of fish, has worked at the Aquarium Tiger sharks, also referred to as mans impose upon. months were spent acclimating the her to eat, and she is growing and for over 12 years. leopard sharks (galeocerdo cuvier), The incredible journey for this ti- shark to her new habitat and neigh- that’s the best sign that she’s doing tend to inhabit a variety of ocean ger shark began in a net off the coast bors. The Aquarium has even parti- well,” said Trautwein. September 8, 2009 FEATURES 7 Young crew hopes Grad student’s documentary on low-budget movie 1976 slayings near completion jump starts careers (MCT) – Christopher Gor- that a conventional career wasn’t ham, the nerdy accountant Hen- for him. He packed up a truck By Laura Barron-Lopez For the Daily Titan tary. ry on ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” is cele- and moved to Los Angeles about [email protected] In Meza’s eyes it has been well brating his birthday on a sidewalk eight years ago, where he’s found worth all the work and discourag- in Ann Arbor. a niche working for the comedy ing moments. She hopes that the A temporary buffet is set up Web site FunnyorDie.com. “It’s going to be hard for you to documentary will preserve the vic- outside the Blind Pig, where Christopher Farah, 33, a U-M do, but I think it should be done.” tims’ memories, that students will shooting for a movie is taking alumnus, was a journalist before Those were the only words of en- acknowledge the atrocity, and that place in the 8 Ball Saloon in the he made the switch to movies. couragement Rose Meza’s film teach- the campus will continue to learn basement. Sitting at a nearby ta- He drew on his student days in er gave her when she chose Cal State from its past. ble is a recent arrival to the set, Michigan and his bar trivia expe- Fullerton’s 1976 library killings as This experience has helped her Chris Parnell of “Saturday Night riences in New York for “Trivial the topic of her documentary. Since grow as a person as well and real- Live” fame. Pursuits.” then, it has been two-and-a-half years ize that “everything is not always as But this isn’t a big-budget pro- The Farah brothers and pro- and Rose, 24, is a CSUF alumna, yet it seems,” questions will always be duction. It’s a lean, mean humor ducer Anna Wenger worked she still continues to work on this present and hopes that people will machine. closely with the university to use intriguing film. She hopes to finish choose to not ignore the past and “Trivial Pursuits,” a comedy campus locations in the film. by the end of this year. events around them. about competitive trivia games They also hired several recent Many students have heard or read Meza hopes that students and the at bars, set at the University of graduates for their crew. about the gruesome 1976 killings in public will remember those who lost Michigan, is being filmed in and David Chudnow, 22, who the Pollak Library committed by Ed- their lives to Allaway’s actions, and around the campus. The film graduated from U-M this year, is ward Charles Allaway, in which he to realize the significance of not tak- focuses on a group of frustrated a production assistant who’s coor- shot nine people, killing seven. But ing anything for granted. academics who find solace and a dinating the catering. this is Meza’s story. Unlike the rest Meza received an e-mail following challenge in the world of trivia “On a big-budget feature, a of her film class, she felt it was im- the publication of an article about games when they enter a tour- p.a. isn’t going to talk to anyone portant to set the facts straight, and her in the Orange County Regis- nament. Production is winding higher than they need to talk to,” memorialize the seven victims who ter from a former student who at- down, with filming planned at says Chudnow, who’s pursuing lost their lives on that fateful day. tended CSUF during the time of the Michigan Stadium before the a career in film. “Here, I know Upon first meeting Meza, she ap- shootings. football season opener Saturday everybody and everybody knows pears to be a quiet, shy girl, tiny in Rose Meza The girl had told her that before and during the first week of class- me.” size, soft-spoken, with averting eyes; July 12 she was given an assignment es next week. Another recent grad, Michael however, once conversing with her Many of the victims’ families ings, Monica Silbas, who was in the asking her to make a list of what the The project has a long way to LaFond, 22, is a location man- on the project, a strong, confident are unsatisfied with the justice- en basement at the time they occurred. most important things were in her go before it reaches audiences, ager. “Right off the bat, it’s amaz- voice, and eyes that convey her at- forced on Allaway, and Meza agrees. It was by sheer luck and persever- life. but the cast is promising and the ing,” he says, describing how he tachment and desire to tell this story Through the research she has done, ance that she was able to contact and The shootings occurred and a premise has an offbeat charm that wants to stay in Michigan and are revealed. she feels Allaway’s rampage was “pre- reach the survivor. “few days later when she had to turn won over the cast and crew. keep working on movies drawn Her passion for this documentary meditated, and it seemed he was go- Allaway had encountered Silbas in that list, she looked down at the “When it started, I didn’t here by the state’s tax incentives. and what it means is evident in her ing after certain people.” during his rampage, had made eye paper and realized her priorities had know what it was going to be, Although “Trivial Pursuits” has voice when discussing it. She speaks In her documentary, she says she contact with her, and then proceed- changed.” how it was going to turn out,” an estimated budget of less than with great conviction, and can ef- covers all the aspects but no matter ed to shoot the last of his victims. says Gorham, 35. “Seeing a lot of $500,000, Wenger says the new- fectively relay to whomever may be what there “will always be unan- The advancements in research she the dailies we’ve shot so far, it’s re- comers are getting the experience listening the emotions involved with swered questions,” and that “no one has made throughout the past two ally good.” they’ll need to work on any film. telling this story. could possibly know” what Allaway’s years is what has kept Meza return- If you have further The movie is a love letter of “When they go on to their Forcing people to take notice and thoughts and true motives were. ing to the editing table. sorts to Ann Arbor, the home- next movie, there’s not going setting the facts straight is essential “Everything about the documen- The documentary is now in the information on the ‘76 town of writer-director Christo- to be one thing thrown at them to her, but conveying them to CSUF tary is falling into place as it should,” final stages, and should be finished killings, you can con- pher Farah and producer Mike that they have not done,” Wenger students is more so. She wants to be Meza said, and that mentality is by the end of the year. Farah, brothers who say they’re says. “They can go on to a $140- clear that she isn’t “trying to slander what has given her the patience to It has been a long and arduous tact Meza at: happy to be back. million movie and no one will the campus,” but simply make stu- continue and to seeT:11.5” it through to the process, complicated by Meza’s full- rmezdoc@gmail. Mike Farah, 30, studied fi- need to give them any training, dents aware that these “were good end. time job with Vista Productions, com nance at Indiana University and because they will know every- people who have been forgotten Last November, she was able to where she works as an editor, only to was convinced after an internship thing about everything.” about.” interview a survivor of the shoot- return home to edit her documen- T:21”

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Screen 85 Last Modified 8-26-2008 6:51 PM Black +1 85LS Color Proof(s) Deadline 8/28 Proof # FINAL Collect for output on disk with (1) 85 line screen composed final proof Pub List 8 OPINION September 8, 2009 That’s so gay By Daniel Batalla common among “breeders,” terms I For the Daily Titan introduced to my group of heteros. [email protected] Where else would my friends have learned about bears, leather daddies, I’m queer. There, now that we got lipsticks and twinks? It was going that out of the way, we can get down to be up to me to show them that, to business. queer or not, I deserved the same Growing up I was described as treatment as everyone else. “eccentric,” “unique” and “colorful.” As I began to introduce my group Is the treatment of students infected with the H1N1 virus justified or an overreaction? I loved picking out my outfits for of friends to the gay culture, they al- school the night before and hated most began to “out-gay” me. in their dorm rooms in an effort to The University of Kansas has re- shooting hoops during recess. I was My best friend of 18 years, also limit the spread of H1N1 on cam- cenlty enforced “quarantine” pro- the kid who preferred to play the known as the gayest straight person pus. This seems like a reasonable cedures for those who have been pink Power Ranger when all his on the face of the earth, is now more response. However, ill students ca- infected with the swine flu. friends wanted to be red or green. often than not mistaken for being pable of going to class will miss out They are ordered to remain in My mother seemed to be OK with gay himself. It’s because of him that while waiting out the flu. their dorm rooms to prevent the my eccentricities as a child, even go- I no longer have a “gaydar.” Once the ill student’s fever has contamination of other students. ing as far as buying me the Kelly Ka- Now, when I meet men who subsided for 24 hours, they may re- This is a great way for students to powski doll I wanted for Christmas show the slightest interest in me turn to campus life. relax and allow their bodies to heal and enrolling me in figure skating at bookstores, coffee houses, even So have college campuses gone instead of making the illness worse lessons at the local skating rink. gay bars, I unintentionally dismiss too far by “isolating” infected resi- by stressing themselves by attend- It wasn’t until years later when I their advances because I don’t notice By Patrick Cowles dent students in their dormitories? By Kymberly Snew ing their classes. chose to share my sexual preference the flirting. I just see a nice guy. I Daily Titan Assistant News Editor Yes, for there are proper ways in- Daily Titan Assistant News Editor The students who do have to fol- with her that she was forced to con- compare these nice guys to my best [email protected] fected students can best keep their [email protected] low these procedures are not being front her hidden demons about ho- friend. My straight best friend. “He peers healthy while remaining unre- “isolated” from the world; the idea mosexuality and my “choice” to be wasn’t flirting with me,” I’ll say. “He Although the outbreak of any strained from campus life. When many of us experience a is to get better and to not contrib- gay. was just being polite.” virus, whether it be the swine flu While surgical masks were not stuffy nose, body aches, fever and ute to the spread of a potential in- For years, I hid my sexual orien- But regardless of my non-existent or not, is a serious matter, people designed to stop a sneeze or cough, coughing, it usually does not put a fluenza. tation from my family and friends, gaydar, my amazing support sys- should not allow themselves to be they were designed to trap anything limit on our daily activities. I am still Even though Mexico has had literally praying every night that tem has allowed me to explore my led towards panic. leaving the mouth through normal able to go to work, finish my school deaths linked to the swine flu, this was just a phase and that I sexuality and essentially discover my For H1N1, the cause for alarm breathing. assignments and go dancing if I re- Americans have been extra cau- would wake up one morning with- true self without fear of judgment. on college campuses is necessary; If infected students were issued ally wanted to. tious by providing flu shots, flu kits out yearning for Macaulay Culkin Whether sitting through “Another our age group is the most suscep- surgical masks, they would still have The flu-like symptoms become (which include a mask) and orders (it was the ’90s). But that day never Gay Movie” or marching down the tible to this flu. However, this flu to cover their mouths while sneez- annoying after awhile, but lately to stay away from a chaotic swine came. It never comes. streets of Los Angeles in protest is not as deadly as the media has ing or coughing, but their normal these symptoms have become a wake flu society. After denying my true self for so of Proposition 8, the allies in my played it up to be. breathing would not contaminate up call for our nation. Cal State Fullerton faculty and long and pretending to like girls be- life have discovered as much about It is just like every flu you’ve had surrounding areas, making it rea- An early flu season begins to un- staff have also been advised to per- cause it was easier than admitting I themselves as I have. before, nothing too serious. We do sonable for them to remain in the fold due to the continuing circula- form certain procedures while in was a “fag,” I set out to live my life Their openness about teaching not need to panic like it is the 1918 classroom or in their dorm amongst tion of the H1N1 influenza virus, the classroom to limit the effects of according to no one’s agenda but my tolerance and acceptance is a lesson flu epidemic which killed millions. healthy students. also known as the “Swine Flu.” As the pandemic. own. As I became more comfort- that many can learn from; not just Let’s remember that the pan- Despite recommendations by the flu continues to spread globally, Students should be aware that if able and open with my sexuality, I about sexual orientation, but about demic level issued by the World health organizations, allowing in- the United States stepped up prepa- they show any flu-like symptoms, discovered the world of Lesbian Gay life in general. Health Organization only means fected students to leave isolation 24 rations for a possible swine flu epi- they will be dismissed from class Bisexual Transgender Alliance figures Some people have an easy time the flu has spread globally, not that hours after their fever has subsided is demic, and universities began to do in order to assure the health and I hadn’t learned about in school, the coming out, others find it extremely the flu is deadly. a bit hollow. the same. safety of all students. Harvey Milks, Christine Jorgensons difficult, to some it’s not a big deal, As with any disease, the first Though the infected students’ ill- Most people who get swine flu are As a student at CSUF, I expect and Billie Jean Kings. to others it’s life altering. The coming defense is hygiene. The bubonic ness is at its end 24 hours after their infected through contact with pigs; our student body to remain healthy It was then I realized that by com- out process can be terrifying, liberat- plague should not be blamed for fever has passed, they still hold the the swine flu today has become a as a whole. ing out I had a sense of responsibility ing, exciting and nerve-wracking. the volume of death it caused when potential to spread the virus. person-to-person transmission and If I were to contract the swine to teach those around me about the But talking about it can be thera- compared to the hygiene standards, The whole point of isolation is to the severity of the human swine flu flu, I would much rather be “iso- important people at the forefront of peutic. This column my therapy. or lack there of, during those cen- impede the spread of H1N1, so why can vary from mild to severe. lated” in my room for 24 hours gay rights who made it OK for me to It’s my way of connecting with the turies. would universities clear students In hopes of eliminating student than to contribute to the spread of come out at a relatively young age. queer community, straight allies and We have all been conscious of an from isolation without first consult- cases on college campuses, proce- something that has the potential to Enter: “That’s so gay!” Being gay is yes, even the “H8ers.” ill student in the classroom; how ing their on campus health center? dures are being enforced on faculty destroy many lives. more than just dressing in drag, lis- Gus Van Sant once said, “A per- many times did you get sick shortly It would seem much more effec- and students. In the past, our daily activities tening to Britney Spears and wearing son’s sexuality is so much more than there after? I can honestly say for tive to have the student examined Some procedures can seem ex- have not been put to a halt because a rainbow t-shirt. one word, ‘gay.’ No one refers to myself, not many if any. 24 hours after their fever has passed treme and frustrate and anger stu- of a cough or runny nose, but it It’s an entirely different culture anyone as just ‘hetero’ because that The University of Kansas- re before allowing them back out into dents, but they are necessary to keep never hurts to be safe now, than to with its own set of values, goals and doesn’t say anything. Sexual identity cently began “isolating” ill students campus life. a healthy campus life. be sorry later. even language, including terms not is broader than a label.” September 8, 2009 OPINION 9 Alien in America Parking etiquette: Learning to coexist By Anne Beck campus: People, can we please stick let’s keep it moving folks. Daily Titan Multimedia Editor to the basic driving and parking eti- Sure, you think, everyone’s doing [email protected] quette? it, but if everyone’s doing it, then “From the inside looking out” First of all, it is not okay to steal eventually it will turn into a major There are not many things in another person’s parking spot, es- traffic jam and nobody will be able life that make me angry. pecially when the other person had to get in or out. I like to think of myself as a their turn signal on and both you Lastly, quit tailgating, people. If fairly calm and reasonable person, and the other person know that you can read the month of expira- and I am sure you are too, but they had dibs on it. tion on the registration sticker of there is one thing that really makes It’s kind of like stealing your best the car in front of you, you’re too Would you like fries with that? me mad. friend’s love interest. close. I was at a stop sign in one of Parking. Going in kamikaze style and the parking structures, and the girl by Isa Ghani else. I think even Slurpees now come fast food. Hailing from a country I am sure many, if not all, of you stealing that spot will give you the behind me hit the back of my car. Daily Titan Multimedia Editor in gallon sizes. that has no Mexican food, I have on campus understand what I’m title of “jackass,” and you will prob- Lucky for her, there were no dents [email protected] This just means that Americans fallen truly, deeply, madly in love talking about. ably feel like crap. Imagine how or marks on my car, so I let her go. are regularly sitting down to an un- with it since moving here. You can probably relate to this you would feel if that happened to But seriously I wanted to scream, When someone asks you, “Would healthy meal, with a side of greasy The Mexican food found at res- scenario. It’s a Monday morning, you? If you see that spot is already “You were too close, lady!” you like fries with that?” you should fries and consuming a gallon of fla- taurants like Del Taco and Taco Bell your class starts at 10 a.m., and claimed by someone, just back off When will people start to realize just say “no” because I really don’t vored, colored, sugar water. That is is no better for you than burgers you get to campus by 7 a.m. just and go somewhere else. cars need some space too? So if you think that it’s a good idea. not exactly a healthy square meal. and fries. Whoever came up with so you can find a parking spot. To all the stalker cars that fol- are about to hit the car in front of I grew up in a home where the I’m reminded of the time I walked the dangerous combination of meat, It is understandable, the want low girls who are walking to their you, please know you are not at a kitchen was the focal point, and I ate into a McDonalds where the ex- beans, rice, cheese and salsa is a (or need) to avoid the chaos that cars – trailing behind girls who just safe distance and back off. delicious home cooked meals all the tremely large woman in front of me twisted genius. explodes in every parking lot on got out of class just so you can get Yes, parking at CSUF really time. ordered a Big Mac, a side of Mc- However, that combination of campus at 9 a.m.; however, not all a parking spot and a possible phone blows. As students, faculty, staff However, since coming to Amer- Nuggets, a large order of fries, and ingredients only means one thing: of us are morning people. members and visitors, we ica, I have slowly lost my taste buds, she was extremely adamant about massive gaseous buildup afterwards. Usually during this time, all know how horrible the but increased the amount I eat. Why? getting a large Diet Coke. I’m just But oh boy, is it delicious. Eating I will drive around and parking situation is here.

It’s because food in America is some thinking that with a meal like that, Mexican food (burritos, tacos and search for an empty spot Mention the words of the worst ever, in terms of taste, that maybe somebody else Going in kamikaze style and “parking” or “transporta- the Diet Coke really isn’t doing any- tortas) is like having a party in your “ “ yet has the largest serving sizes. thing for her weight problem. mouth, but an explosion in your co- has missed. stealing that spot will give you tion” and more often than What exactly is “American food?” Due to Morgan Spurlock’s movie lon later. During my typical not you will get an overall I’ve asked around and the usual an- “Super Size Me,” fast food chains ev- But like American food, it is un- quest for parking, there the title of ‘jackass.’ negative impression of the swer is cheeseburgers and hot dogs, erywhere have responded by offering healthy and it leads to weight gain, are several things I wit- whole situation along with which is essentially fast/junk food. “healthy” alternatives to their usu- which is where you get the term: ness in the lots and in the a slew of protests, horror So the national cuisine appears to ally unhealthy fare. McDonalds now burrito belly. parking structures that stories, frustrations and be processed meat between slices of offers salads, KFC has their grilled As college students, we don’t re- can make any driver go mad. number is not a cool thing to do. complaints. Frowns and headaches bread. chicken and In-N-Out serves their ally get to indulge ourselves by eat- The average kind and consid- If it’s a girl asking a girl, then may also ensue. To make matters worse, at any fast burgers “protein style” (replacing the ing at classy, expensive restaurants erate Cal State Fullerton student fine. If it’s a guy asking a guy, that’s On a campus that has seen an food place, the side order of choice buns with lettuce). all the time. We’re usually limited would never behave in this man- cool too. If it’s a girl asking a guy, increase in student enrollment as is french fries, and we all know how But when the same menu of- by money and time to cheap, conve- ner. But when desperation meets that’s gravy too, but only if it’s be- well as more structures and build- unhealthy those are. fers tantalizing three-quarter pound nient fast food. deadline, students get crazy. fore dark. A guy asking if they can ings, CSUF has been pretty good It’s strange because fries are ex- cheeseburgers (in McDonalds’ else- But perhaps next time you’re in We all know there’s a parking take a girl to her car is just creepy. about enforcing the parking rules tremely easy to make, but why is it where around the world, the largest line at the local (insert name of fast crisis on campus, so there is no So, don’t do it. on campus. that most fast food joints have fries patty only reaches a quarter pound food outlet here), think about what need to fight with fellow students Then there are those who turn Some may say they are too quick that are limp, tasteless and dripping in size), delicious fried chicken and you’re ordering. with the same goals. We need to their engines off and are parked in and too eager to issue tickets and in oil? It’s not just that these foods fries that come with a tasty topping Do you really want to add on the recognize and understand that the middle of the lane, shame on parking citations. The issuance of are unhealthy; they are not very tasty of Thousand Island dressing, cheese curly fries? Is the extra cheese essen- certain rules are to be followed on you. Parked and/or waiting cars parking tickets is ridiculous, and either. and grilled onions (the “Animal tial? Is the bacon really necessary? the lots and in the structures, espe- blocking pathways are a big no-no. many are written because students And of course, there is the matter Style” at In-N-Out), it’s pretty easy Ask yourself, do you truly need to cially during the school year when Never stop in the middle of with parking permits can’t park in of serving size. The serving sizes in to see which one the average person super size? the demand for parking far out- a parking lot to sit and wait for a the spaces they paid to park in. America are ridiculous. What would would pick. And if the answer is “yes” to all numbers the availability of park- spot. It may seem like a brilliant Thus, it is understandable that pass for a medium-sized soft drink in America’s obesity problem obvi- those questions, then forget order- ing spots on campus. idea at the moment, but soon you’ll aggressive behaviors emerge from Europe and Asia is a small size here. ously isn’t going to go away anytime ing the Diet Coke, because it’s not There needs to be set rules of realize that everyone will start doing the generally happy CSUF driver; The “large” soft drink at Jack soon. going to help. conduct in the lots that students it and pretty soon there is no room however, students should be ex- in the Box for example, would be But I will make one exception If we’re going to be obese, we follow to make this parking spot to actually move out of the area. pected to be courteous and civil, known as “family-size” anywhere when it comes to fast food: Mexican might as well enjoy it. search a bit easier and nicer than Cars get stacked and line up for and behave in a manner that is re- it is now. This has been my rally- a chance parking space while other spectful of other drivers. ing cry to all students parking on cars are trying to move along, so Is that too much to ask? Letters Any feedback, positive or negative, is encouraged, as we strive to keep an open dialogue with our readership. The Daily Titan reserves the right to edit letters for length, to the grammar and spelling. Direct all comments, questions or concerns along with your full For the record name and major to the Daily Titan Opinion Desk at [email protected]. Editor: Articles written for the Daily Titan by columnists, other Cal State Fullerton students or guests do not necessarily reflect the view of the Daily Titan or Daily Titan Editorial Board. Only the editorials are representative of the views of the Daily Titan Editorial Board. 10 SPORTS September 8, 2009 The Walk-Off. With the 2009 NFL season kicking off Thursday night, baseball will take a back seat until the World Series it as well. ball’s television ratings will probably go through each other to win cham- In the ’20s Babe Ruth got all drop until the World Series com- pionships. his raw power from drinking beer mences. What makes football rivalries so and eating hot dogs. Ted Williams Baseball, we hardly knew you. pure is home fans only get to see and Joe DiMaggio sacrificed good When you ask casual sports fans their rivals once a season. For ex- chunks of their professional careers why they prefer watching football to ample, when Favre heads back to to fight in World War II. The im- baseball, you’ll hear them say base- Lambeau Field on Nov. 1 as the mortal Jackie Robinson broke the ball games are too long and lifeless. quarterback of the Minnesota Vi- color barrier with his promotion to They’ll say watching a football game kings, every Packers fan is going to the major leagues in 1947 and shat- won’t last more than three hours, pack - pun intended - all their hatred By Brian Whitehead tered it when he stole home in game and they’ll be rewarded with con- and passion into that game simply Daily Titan Sports Columnist one of the 1955 World Series. Most stant action. because they’ll only get one crack at [email protected] recently, the Ironman Cal Ripken Jr. Furthermore, with an average of him this year. went to work 2,632 straight days - 125 plays in every football game, ev- Lastly, as a whole we’ve come to When the clock strikes midnight something everyone can appreciate. ery pass, every run, every kick, every embrace violence as a form of en- on Thursday, Sept. 10, football will As you can see, these iconic fig- shot of an overzealous quarterback tertainment. When our friends get officially supplant baseball as the ures and thousands of others played yelling at drunk fans is a chance to hit in the cojones, we laugh. When new “National Pastime.” an integral part in making baseball see something you’ll never forget Brock Lesnar and Manny Pacquiao Come on, honestly, didn’t we see America’s unanimous pastime. And (see: David Tyree). During the course beat the life out of their opponents, this coming? though their accomplishments will PHOTO COURTESY MCT of any football game there’s a chance we cheer. When Liam Neeson ter- Let’s consider it a changing of the never lose significance, there’s a new The Pittsburgh Steelers begin their title defense at home against the Tennessee Titans. you’ll witness something never done rorizes his way through Paris in guards, the passing of the torch, if sheriff in town. before, something historic. “Taken,” we all raise our arms in vic- you will. It’s Walter Payton lateraling Like Bob Dylan said, “The times the radio anymore? Yet, just as the hunt for October Throughout the football season tory – wait, was that just me? the pigskin to Adrian Peterson. It’s they are a changin’.” Certainly not us young whipper- finally heats up, familiar names like an inordinate amount of emphasis is Football extracts the same unfil- Michael Jordan lobbing an alley-oop Today we live in a society where snappers. No, we Generation Y’ers Brett Favre, Tom Brady, Adrian Pe- placed on rivalries. In baseball there’s tered, adolescent emotion. to LeBron James. It’s Barry Bonds attention spans are shorter than thirst for the finer things in life: terson, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Yankees-Red Sox and Giants-Dodg- Simply put, it’s a Man’s Sport and Sammy Sosa passing their sy- Sisqo’s music career. I’d go as far to ruthless brutality and shameless cel- Terrell Owens get thrown back into ers, but the games lose their luster made by the toughest of the tough ringes to Alex Rodriguez and Manny bet that less than a quarter of col- ebrations. our everyday vocabulary. considering the rivals play each oth- for the strongest athletes. Ramirez. You get the point. lege kids could actually sit through This summer we’ve seen the- re The return of football means two er 20 some-odd times a year. Where’s When it comes down to it, Amer- The fact of the matter is baseball an entire baseball game regardless of surgence of the Evil Empire, the things: 1. Churches will have plenty the suspense? The anticipation? The icans want to see collisions. We want has always been reflective of the era rooting interest. 18th perfect game in Major League of open space every Sunday and 2. bitter hatred? A rivalry doesn’t fully to see the best athletes in the world in which it was being played. Cur- Ever since the first baseball game Baseball history, Albert Pujols, Tim Stock in Budweiser and Bud Light blossom until the stakes are raised, perform at their absolute highest rent baseball enthusiasts immortal- was broadcast in 1921, it has easily Lincecum, Hanley Ramirez, and will skyrocket. until every game is an event. That’s level in a sport made for violence. ize such historic players for not only been the best sport to listen to over Joe Mauer glide into their respective When Tennessee and Pittsburgh why the Duke-North Carolina and On Sept. 10, we’ll get exactly their respected accomplishments on the radio. But then again, we’re in primes, and Man-Ram take a 50- kick off this Thursday, the baseball Lakers-Celtics rivalries are so sacred. what we want - a new and improved the field but for inspiring legacies off the 21st century here, who listens to game maternity leave. season will become a footnote. Base- It’s because they constantly have to “National Pastime.” Bruins bear down on Aztecs in first home game of season By Patrick Cowles yet as time has passed by, the parking above Pasadena held not even a was time for tradition – or so we Daily Titan Assistant News Editor event staff has only grown worse. cloud. With clear air to breathe and thought. [email protected] “We’re having a little trouble to- mother nature on our side, the game In a new attempt at sportsman- day sir,” replied a kid working the was set to play as scheduled. ship, the NCAA football players Bright sun and clear, blue skies parking lot. After a few aggravating moments lined up shoulder-to-shoulder, each lingered over the Rose Bowl in Pasa- With 20 to 30 half-baked teen- held captive by the incompetence of dressed member of both teams greet- dena, Calif. On Saturday afternoon agers running the show, no wonder a well-rusted parking staff machine, ing at mid-field. No need for team the atmosphere was electric as eager the cars are crooked and irregularly we parked the car. captains to call the coin toss, NCAA fans filtered into the parking lots, spaced. The teams were just leaving the football now has the teams shake tail-gates dropped down, and the It was a long off season and my field as we descended to row seven; hands before the game. time-honored traditions of many last memory from the Rose Bowl is missing warm-ups, we waited. Sit- Although the Bruins lost the toss, filled the sights, sounds and smells of that of defeat at the hands of Troy. ting behind the Bruin bench on the they did not lose the game. The the first UCLA football home game With a 4:30 p.m. kick off, we 40-yard line, they almost appeared young Bruins earned a good first this season. were in no rush. Carrying only our life-sized as they hustled down the victory. The Bruins hosted the San Diego binoculars, we saddled up in my tunnel to their locker rooms. Despite its youth, the UCLA Bru- State Aztecs on the grid-iron, win- dad’s Saturn and took off. The clock Moments before the game, the ins showed as much mental as physi- ning 33-14. struck 3 p.m. as we hit the street, no announcer broke through the noise cal strength on their first day out this “What is this shit?” asked Leon- need to pre-game today, nothing to calling for the national anthem and season. With a hard earned victory ard Cowles. celebrate yet. a moment of silence for two fallen over well coached San Diego State, My father and I have been coming Although LA county has been firefighters. we’ll see how well they grow over the PHOTO COURTESY MCT to UCLA home games since 1993, scorched by fires recently, the air With honor out of the way, it next 14 weeks. UCLA’s Derrick Coleman breaks a 31-yard run during Saturday’s 33-14 victory. 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http://www.dailysudoku.com/ 12 SPORTS September 8, 2009 ‘Freeway’ series in reach Speculation that two LA teams will meet in the World Series will fuel rivalry

By Juan saucedo Daily Titan Staff Writer [email protected]

Classic rivalries such as the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox have become a staple of baseball in the fall, while the Los Angeles An- gels and Dodgers rivalry seemingly whimpers away around this time of the year just to be resurrected next season during interleague play. However, this season might be different for the Angels and the Dodgers. Both teams have shown promi- nence and are currently in the driver’s seat in their divisions. Both teams have also made crucial trades that could help them get over the hump. If the Angels and Dodgers make the playoffs, there’s a slight chance of a historic Freeway World Series, said Cal State Fullerton marketing pro- fessor Thomas Boyd, who is an ex- pert in sports promotion, especially in baseball. Yet, there is a possibility that this cross-town rivalry might be revived earlier than expected, sending the Los Angeles and Orange County area along with the Cal State Fuller- photo courtesy mct ton campus into a frenzy of red and Los Angeles Angels left fielder Juan Rivera (20) and center fielder Torii Hunter (48) blue. embrace after their 7-2 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sept. 6. “Although the chances of a Free- way World Series are good, it’s still a this match-up occurs in the World met in the final, and fans like to be a long way from being a reality,” Boyd Series. part of history, Boyd said. said. “A lot of students are Angels fans, “It helps build a fan base for both The Angels hold a five game lead and a lot of students are Dodgers teams, a local fan base,” Boyd said. over the Texas Rangers in the Ameri- fans,” Gonzalez said. “It will make “It will motivate people to show can League West with 26 games left, the rivalry bigger. It’s kind of low key their interest.” including tonight’s divsional game right now. It’s not like the Red Sox- Boyd said there are three catego- against the visiting Seattle Mariners. Yankees or anything like that, but it ries of fans. On the other hand, the Dodgers will hype it up more.” First, there are the loyal fans, have a 3.5 game lead over the Colo- Robert Urias, 19, a CSUF stu- which will be ecstatic that there rado Rockies in the National League dent majoring in mathematics, said team made the World Series regard- West with 23 games remaining, in- that a Freeway series would be “awe- less what team they’re facing. cluding tonight’s divisional game some.” Second, there are the mid-level with the Arizona Diamondbacks. “You’ll start seeing colors flying, fans that will get dragged into the ri- Recently, the Dodgers acquired and you’ll see people wearing their valry and probably pick sides quick- future Hall of Fame slugger Jim Angels stuff, their Dodgers stuff. It ly. Finally, there are the bandwagon Thome from the Chicago White will be more intense and more fun,” fans, which will be drawn into the Sox, pitcher Jon Garland from the Urias said. “You’ll have playful ban- excitement because of its unusual- Diamondbacks and infielder Ron- tering, and there will be a lot more ness. They’ll see how big of a deal it nie Belliard from the Washington conversation in the quad area.” is to other fans, and they’ll want to Nationals. Boyd, who is also an expert in join in. The Angels have also made a move fan psychology, said the rarity of an The LA sports market is unusual before the trade deadline, picking up Angels-Dodgers World Series could because people have so many alter- pitcher Scott Kazmir from the Tam- get people’s attention. natives. Folks in this market can pa Bay Rays. Baseball constantly competes choose from many other teams, not Eddie Gonzalez, a CSUF student with other sports such as football just the home teams. majoring in business, said an Angels- and basketball, so this series could “This will be a very, very good Dodgers series will have a great im- definitely draw people to the excite- thing for baseball in Southern Cali- pact on campus. ment. fornia,” Boyd said. Gonzalez, 20, said the rivalry be- This would be a history making This wouldn’t be that good for tween these two teams will benefit if event since these teams have never Major League Baseball, which would like to have two teams from differ- ent markets so that they could reach more people in different regions, Boyd said. Urias said if both teams make the playoffs, the Dodgers would need to get passed the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies, and the Angels would need to get passed the Yan- kees, which have the best record in baseball. “The Dodgers need an ace be- cause their bullpen is wishy-washy, and they need Manny (Ramirez) to get hot again,” Urias said. Gonzalez said he thinks the Dodgers should be worried about the St. Louis Cardinals because they have a good record against the Dodgers, while the Angels should be worried about the Red Sox. “Neither team has been really good in the playoffs in the past,” said Gonzalez, who considers himself an avid Dodgers fan. “The Angels keep losing to the Red Sox, and the Dodg- ers end up choking.” Gonzalez said even though he would like to see a Freeway World Series, he still doesn’t want the An- gels to go further in the playoffs than the Dodgers. “I hope the Red Sox beat the An- photo courtesy mct gels just because I get a lot of trash- Los Angeles Dodgers Manny Ramirez hits a single against the Atlanta Braves in a game talking from my Angels friends,” at Turner Field on July 31. Gonzalez said.

History of Freeway World Series

• In 2002, the Angels defeated the San Francisco Giants 4-3. • In 1989, the Oakland Athletics swept the Giants 4-0 in Northern California’s Freeway World Series (more like the Bridge series that would be remembered as the Earthquake series). • In 1988, the Dodgers defeated the Athletics 4-1 (highlighted by Kirk Gibson’s walk-off home run in game one). • In 1974, the Athletics beat the Dodgers 4-1. Side note: • The last Subway Series was in 2000 when the Yankees defeated the Mets 4-1. Dodgers’ manager Joe Torre was part of that series, which was the last Subway Series since the 1956 Yankees-Brooklyn Dodgers final. The Yankees won that series 4-3.