Titans Sneak Past Portland Students Repeating Fullerton Came from Behind to Defeat the Remedial Courses Pilots 66-61 Saturday

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Monday November 27, 2017 The Student Voice of California State University, Fullerton Volume 102 Issue 43

Bob and Susan Rate My Professors Men’s basketball Jones started a is a great tool for ended the Wooden campaign after students looking Legacy Tournament their 26-year-old for the best class with a 70-61 win son Ian overdosed. for next semester. over Harvard. News 2 Opinion 5 Sports 8

Off-Site only MORE PARKING Parking Permit • Available December 1, 2017 $70 • The off-site permit is valid at the EvFree Church Monday through Thursday, 7am to 10pm. The off-site semester permit is also valid on the CSUF main campus Friday - Sunday, during finals week, and when classes are not in session. • 550 off-site semester parking permits will be available for on a first-come, first-served basis. • Login to your campus portal and click on Parking Services tab, to purchase the off-site permit. • For more information, please visit parking.fullerton.edu Titans sneak past Portland Students repeating Fullerton came from behind to defeat the remedial courses Pilots 66-61 Saturday. English and mathematics classes have high rates HARRISON FAIGEN of ‘repeatable’ grades, leading to adjustments Managing Editor meant to raise four-year graduation rates.

Behind a season-high 19 JENNIFER GERBAUTZ points from Ashlee Ane, the GENE PIETRAGALLO Titans got their second win Staff Writers of the season by beating the University of Portland Pi- Remedial courses at Cal Stephen Stambough, CSUF lots 66-61. State Fullerton are among Academic Senate chair. Ane was sensational on those with the highest per- As of spring 2017, nearly offense, knocking down centage of students having one third of the students en- five of her seven 3-point to retake the class after re- rolled in the earliest remedial attempts en route to 6-11 ceiving grades that qualify as math course is earning a grade shooting overall. “repeatable.” lower than a C- and the final “My teammates just A repeatable grade is one remedial course, Intermediate found me and they gave me of C- or lower, according to Algebra, has a 40.8 percent re- enough space to shoot, so I data from CSUF’s Institution- peatable grade average. shot it. I just felt it. You just al Research and Analytical College-level algebra, the have to go out there confi- Studies. next level up in mathematics dent,” Ane said on Cal State Mathematics and English requirements in the CSU sys- Fullerton Sports Radio. remedial courses have some tem, also shows a high rate Ane’s scoring shined of the highest rates of repeat- of repeatable grades. Math brightest, but she received able grades. 250B, Introduction to Lin- help from the rest of the ros- Cal State University Chan- ear Algebra and Differential ter. Jade Vega overcame a cellor Timothy P. White Equations, currently has a re- poor shooting night (going signed an executive order peatable grade percentage of 2-9 from the field) by get- on Aug. 2, 2017 that restruc- 30.4. ting to the line for eight free tures remedial courses in an Remedial English cours- throws and knocking down GABE GANDARA / DAILY TITAN attempt to improve four-year es also show high rates of re- all of them, while also goos- Freshman guard Ashlee Ane led the Titans to victory over Portland with her career-high 19 graduation rates. peatable grades. Of the 89 stu- ing the Titans’ offense with points. She made fve out of the seven 3-pointers she attempted. “The courses are going to dents enrolled in the spring a team-high six assists. be designed both in terms of 2017 final remedial English Triann Thompson gave chipped in 12 points and not wanting to “get chewed line, you just want to get content to bring somebody course, Developmental Writ- the Titans a spark off the 10 rebounds for her first out” in the team’s next film that win,” Smith said on up to speed, but also get them ing, 28.9 percent were receiv- bench with 8 points and double-double of the sea- session. CSUF Sports Radio. into college-level stuff within ing a repeatable grade. two assists on 3-4 shoot- son, an achievement on the “When you know your the same period of time with ing, while Daeja Smith glass she joked was due to team needs it, it’s on the SEE HOOPS 8 additional assistance,” said SEE FAILING 3 New seasonal celebration comes to Universal Hollywood nights radiate with the enchantment of the Wizarding World.

SARAH EL-MAHMOUD Lifestyle Editor KRISTINA GARCIA Asst. Lifestyle Editor

With a swish and a flick of a wand, Hogwarts Castle illumi- nates into an enchanting display of J.K Rowling’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Owls flock, ghosts fly and broomsticks soar as the school of witchcraft and wizardry lights its Christmas tree at Univer- sal Studios Hollywood. Across from the tradition- al Grinchmas celebration full of Whoville Whos, Hogsmeade is decorated inside and out with fes- tive wreaths and Christmas lights, complete with blankets of snow atop buildings to give even the biggest Grinch a warm heart for the holidays. A new, impressive seven-minute nightly projection show is sure to sweep fans off their feet this holiday season. The show focuses on unfor- gettable moments in the “Harry Potter” books and films with an- SARAH EL-MAHMOUD / DAILY TITAN imation projections like Hedwig A spectacular seven-minute projection show on Hogwarts Castle in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood. The show includes flying around the castle, Ron and many memorable moments from the flms and will be displayed nightly during the holidays until Jan. 7. Harry’s disastrous ride on the flying Ford Anglia and Hermione’s culminates into a dazzling fire- Studios Hollywood. Aside from one-of-a-kind treats. vegetable medley, roasted pota- dance at the Yule Ball. The beauti- work finale. that, the most magical experience The Three Broomsticks restau- toes and braised red cabbage for ful medley of the movie’s themes, The gleaming castle presen- might just be how fast guests can rant offers a platter full of roast- the holidays. composed by John Williams fea- tation is the main updated at- empty their pockets as they col- ed turkey, gravy, stuffing, cran- turing “Christmas at Hogwarts,” traction this season at Universal lect robes, custom wands and berry sauce, pigs in a blanket, SEE HOGWARTS 4

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM MONDAY 2 NEWS NOVEMBER 27, 2017 Prayer and Health Explore the Connection! $4,350 raised by Brunch & Bid Finding God, finding health Students partnered with local charity to th Saturday, November 11 fund programs. at 10:00 a.m. KIERA PEACE Free lecture by Staff Writer Michelle Nanouche, C.S.B. Guests at the Assistance International speaker, Michelle Nanouche, is League of Fullerton’s first a practitioner and teacher of Christian ever “Brunch & Bid” event Science healing and a member of the smiled, laughed, mingled Christian Science Board of Lectureship. and ate pastries, fruit and coffee while waiting for a fash- First Church of Christ, Scientist ion show featuring clothing 1300 North Raymond Avenue from the Assistance League’s Fullerton 92831 thrift shop. The event, held in the (714) 525-4062 George G. Golleher Alum- ni House on Nov. 18, raised christiansciencefullerton.org $4,350 for the league’s phil- [email protected] anthropic programs, said KIERA PEACE / DAILY TITAN event coordinator Katherine Brunch & Bid featured a fashion show and a silent auction with gift baskets donated by Christian Science is a Saldivar. companies including Target, Tesla Inc. and Medieval Times. Bible-based religion. “The fashion show was totally overwhelming. I didn’t got a raffle ticket for a draw- Matador Cantina, JP23 BBQ The fashion realize how much goes into ing of gift baskets filled with & Steakhouse, Yard House,

a fashion show because I was goodies like gift cards and Heroes Bar & Grill and Buf- “show was totally FOR THE RECORD like, ‘Oh, cool we’ll just pull candy. falo Wild Wings, as well as overwhelming. I the clothes from the thrift The gift baskets were do- two mugs and a bag of hot didn’t realize how“ It is Daily Titan policy to correct factual errors printed in the publica- store and we’ll model them,’” nated by companies includ- cocoa mix. It went for $153. tion. Corrections will be published on the subsequent issue after an said public relations major ing Medieval Times, Tes- “The silent auction has much goes into a error is discovered and will appear on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will be corrected on that page. Corrections will also be made and event organizer Daniel la, Inc., Target, Brea Improv been really cool. They came fashion show. to the online version of the article. Trandell-Smoke. “But it goes Comedy Club and the Calla- up with some really fun Please contact Editor-in-Chief Zack Johnston at (657) 278-5815 or at into like getting models to way Vineyard & Winery. items. Like they’ve got this DANIEL [email protected] to report any errors. volunteer, getting their siz- The most expensive bas- protein one, with the biggest TRANDELL-SMOKE ing and then even the day of, ket was the Anaheim Ducks amount of protein powder, Event organizer making sure we were able to basket, courtesy of Plasti- shakes and drinks that I’ve have them try everything on color Inc., which included ever seen in my life. So, it’s the holidays. beforehand.” Ducks paraphernalia like a a bodybuilders dream. It’s hi- “(The event helps) in two The thrift shop was a big hockey puck signed by cen- larious,” said attendee Jean- ways. It generates funds for part of the league’s success ter Ryan Getzlaf. The basket ay Jensen, a senior broadcast our programs and brings in a in 2016 and helped raise was worth $1,100 Saldivar journalism major. new clientele which would be $256,000 to give back to the said, but its starting bid was The league hosted the your collegiate-age students,” community, according to an only $300. event— which came about said Assistance League of Editorial Assistance League of Fuller- The Target gift basket was as a class project for a public Fullerton President Kaaren Editor-in-Chief Zack Johnston ton press release. had the most bids and even- relations capstone course— Hathaway. “They’re look- Managing Editor Harrison Faigen People could buy many tually went for $212. The to raise awareness for the ing for classy, cute things News Editor Jason Rochlin different items at the event’s third highest bid was on the league’s mission and its sig- and things they might need News Editor Brandon Pho pop-up shop, including items “Night Out” gift card bun- nificance in the community, for their dorm or their apart- News Assistant Nichole Torres featured in the show. dle, which contained cards as well as bring joy to those ment, and they’ll find them in News Assistant Cameron Corona Clothing drive participants for Cha Cha’s Latin Kitchen, in need of preparation for our thrift shop.” News Assistant Amy Wells News Assistant Breanna Belken

Sports Editor Yaresly Sanchez-Aguilera Sports Editor Kathryne Padilla Torres Sports Assistant Mariana Vera Sports Assistant Kaila Cruz City council asks for proposals Sports Assistant Jared Eprem Opinion Editor Rishu Bhardwaj Council asked staf to draft a Opinion Editor Cody Gion Request for Qualifcations for Opinion Assistant Sophia Acevedo Opinion Assistant Rick Piñon land development. Opinion Assistant Ilana LaGraff Lifestyle Editor Sarah El-Mahmoud ETHAN PESCHANSKY Lifestyle Assistant Meghan Kliewer Staff Writer Lifestyle Assistant Nicole Adamita Lifestyle Assistant Kristina Garcia Lifestyle Assistant Tanya Castaneda Fullerton City Council directed city staff to prepare a Request for Qualifica- Copy Editor Kyle Bender tions to allow the city to solicit outside Copy Editor Ashley Haley firms or consultants to guide the devel- Copy Assistant Tatiana Torres opment of 40 acres of underdeveloped Copy Assistant Danielle Contreras Layout Editor Tracy Hoang land at its Nov. 21 meeting. Layout Assistant Anita Huor This land is around Harbor Boule- Layout Assistant Patricia Stickles vard and the Richmond/Valencia neigh- borhoods and between Truslow Avenue Photo Editor Katie Albertson and Walnut Avenue. Photo Assistant Bailey Carpenter A draft of the request created by Photo Assistant Gabe Gandara city staff was asked to be presented Photo Assistant Andrew Lopez for the council’s review by its Dec. 19 Photo Assistant Fernando Salazar meeting. Multimedia Editor Mia Agraviador “(The land) is totally unused right Multimedia Assistant Gene Pietragallo Social Media Editor Megan Maxey now,” said Councilman Greg Sebourn Social Media Assistant Lissete Gonzalez at a meeting on Oct. 17. “It’s not bring- Social Media Assistant Katherine Abando ing in any pleasure to the community and it’s certainly not bringing in any tax GABE GANDARA / DAILY TITAN Illustrator Hannah Miller revenue.” At their Nov. 21 meeting Fullerton City Council directed its staf to prepare a request Webmaster Ameya Vilas Desai City council members once again vot- which would allow outside consultants to assist in developing land. ed on the restriction of marijuana sales, Adviser Bonnie Stewart cultivation, distribution and testing after for discussion. Jesus Silva absent. The prohibition a citizen requested it be brought back “I don’t believe you’re voting tonight will go into effect 30 days after its [email protected] Editor-in-Chief (657) 278-5815 to deny people access to these collec- approval. [email protected] News Line (657) 278-4415 [email protected] Sports Line (657) 278-3149 The land is totally tives or these facilities that will sell During the meeting, City Manag- medical cannabis, or even recreational er Ken Domer also announced the hir-

Advertising “unused right now. It’s not cannabis, is consistent with the voters,” ing of Ted White as the new director of

bringing any pleasure to the said Fullerton resident Joe Imbriano community development. Marco Roza Director of Advertising “ during public comment. White brings over 20 years of experi- Asst. Director of Adv. Niko Elvambuena community and it’s certainly At its Nov. 7 meeting, Fullerton City ence in local government and is current- Marketing Coordinator Thomas Dunne not bringing in any tax Events Coordinator Dominick Lorenz Council voted to expand its prohibition ly the deputy director for Riverside’s Graphic Designer Andre Gomez revenue. of medical-related marijuana to include Community and Economic Develop- Graphic Designer Christopher Trinh recreational businesses. ment Department. Account Executive Logan Whitehead GREG SEBOURN The council voted 3-1 to approve the “We’re very much looking forward to Account Executive Marissa Li Fullerton City Council member ban, with Mayor Bruce Whitaker main- him joining, and the staﬀ is very excited Account Executive Salvador Rivera taining his opposition and Councilman to be working with Ted,” Domer said. Account Executive Sandra Bayoud

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FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM/NEWS MONDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2017 NEWS 3 Opioids in Orange County Family honors son’s memory with charity CharityBomb plans to raise $5 known as Narcan. Bob Jones said the Solace Foundation million for fve local organizations gives schools Narcan devices and train- by December 2018. ing to be prepared in the event of an overdose emergency. “(Narcan) is very, very effective, and NICHOLE TORRES the Solace Foundation is giving these Asst. News Editor very expensive Narcan kits to first re- sponders,” Bob Jones said. Losing a family member to opioid Our House is a grief support center abuse has become a common tragedy that helps children, teens and adults who among Southern California families, and are dealing with the death of a loved one. for some, these losses have sparked a Bob Jones and his family discovered the battle for change. organization after his grandson lost a After their 26-year-old son overdosed family member. on heroin in 2014, Bob and Susan Jones “That particular organization played a established a regional online fundraising big part in (my grandson) learning how campaign known as CharityBomb that to deal with the loss of his uncle,” Bob helps raise money for local organizations Jones said. and charities that aid victims of opioid With the opioid epidemic that has af- abuse and their families. fected Southern California, Bob Jones CharityBomb is planning to raise 5 and his family hope to bring awareness million dollars by December 2018 for the through their campaign. Solace Foundation of Orange County, the “A big primary concern is opening the Our House Foundation, the Broken No eyes of the general public,” Bob Jones More organization, Kristie’s Foundation said. “There’s a big denial of the fact that and California Youth Services. this is happening in our backyard.” “(The organizations) all equally de- Bob Jones said he hopes the campaign serve recognition, they all work in dif- will help people understand that drug ad- ferent facets of supporting families,” diction is more than just making “unfor- Bob Jones said. “They are not large or- tunate choices.” ganizations. They don’t get the notori- “Opioid addiction is really a disease, ety that they really deserve and they do and it needs to be treated and categorized incredible work. They are selfless, and like a disease,” Bob Jones said. “The supporting them is really the primary stigma of drug addiction, especially opi- objective.” oid drug addiction, needs to change.” The Solace Foundation is a Nalox- Donations can be made to Charity- HANNAH MILLER / DAILY TITAN one distribution program, which means Bomb through the campaign’s website at Bob and Susan Jones are using their online fundraising campaign CharityBomb to support fve they offer the overdose reversal antidote www.charitybomb.us. local charities and organizations that aid victims of opioid abuse and their families. Future teacher fair provides resources, information

Ed Week wrapped up crowds of students. Even Tuffy the Titan made an appear- It’s kind of just a with event encouraging ance and helped with the pho- big party to celebrate “ students to be educators. tobooth, where students could “ take a picture with an Ed Week- education and encourage styled frame. people to be a teacher. COLE GRAVES All week leading up to the Staff Writer fair, the College of Education AIMEE NELSON hosted events open to the pub- Center for Careers in The College of Education lic and the CSUF community Teaching director capped off Ed Week with a Fu- representing the theme “Ris- ture Teacher Festival and Club ing Together.” Events includ- Ed Week provided students Resource Fair on Nov.16. ed an online conference with and future educators the re- Booths for each department Titan alumni, a presentation sources and knowledge of the under the college lined Titan on education challenges and a requirements needed to find a Walk to provide information for boot camp for future teachers job in the education field upon students and future teachers. where they can learn what re- graduation. “This is our culminating quirements are needed to enter The College of Education event for education week and a teaching credential program will host a Multiple Subject it’s really to promote education at CSUF. Credential Overview where ad- and the future of K-12 educa- “It’s kind of just a big party ditional resources and informa- tors,” said Caren Bautista, a Cal to celebrate education and en- tion on various teaching cre- State Fullerton STEM teaching courage people to be a teacher,” dentials will be presented. The advisor. said Aimee Nelson, director of event will take place on the The fair also featured prize the College of Education’s Cen- fourth floor of the Pollak Li- COLE GRAVES / DAILY TITAN booths, music, food and a cage ter for Careers in Teaching. brary on Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. The College of Education’s Future Teacher Festival and Club Resource Fair featured full of puppies, which drew in The Club Resource Fair and to 12 p.m. a prize booth, music, puppies and the chance to take a photo with Tufy the Titan. Failing: English, math hit TESTTEST PREPARATIONPREPARATION COURSESCOURSES California State University, Fullerton by chancellor’s orders BTPS Test Preparation courses are designed with your CONTINUED FROM 1 success in mind, and with our five-point learning advantage—expert instruction, assessment, review, class materials and our free-repeat policy—they can help you Students are still expect- reach your education and career goals! ed to be prepared for col- All our classes are held on the Fullerton Campus and are lege-level math and English led by expert instructors–the authors of more than 20 courses, which are being re- national best-selling test preparation books-and include: worked and organized to fit the needs of incoming reme- Sample test questions Proven study techniques dial students as well as stu- Timed practice test dents who already qualify to Test preparation material included enroll in the courses. Currently, remedial cours- If you have questions on any of these test prep courses, es function on a no-credit please contact Student Services at [email protected] base and they only exist as or (657) 278-2611. a stepping stone to get students up to par with their Coming Spring 2018, Test Prep courses will required math and English also be available at our Irvine Campus courses. The new remedial classes will count toward a student’s required general education credits, a strategy the Chan- GMAT CSET Graduate Management Multiple Subjects cellor’s Office hopes will re- Admissions Test California Exam for Teachers duce the amount of time students spend working toward their bachelor’s degrees. “Remedial courses no longer need to be remedial, JENNIFER GERBAUTZ / DAILY TITAN LSAT RICA but they will be courses de- Remedial courses in the English and mathematics departments see the highest rates of Law School Admissions Test Computer Based Test Prep signed to help students suc- grades that are considered ‘repeatable.’ ceed,” Stambough said. Current credit-bear- to properly place students IV, D of the executive order. multiple measures to deter- ing courses are also be- in the classes they are most With the amount of re- mine whether students are ing adjusted to better fit the qualified to take. peatable grades in remedi- at risk and need that extra CBEST GRE needs of incoming remedial The English Placement al courses, Stambough said assistance, we’ll be able to California Basic Graduate Record Exam students. Test and the Entry-Level a new strategy could mean provide that extra assistance Educational Skills Test - General Test Testing procedures for Mathematics Test will not be easier and faster graduation early and help out with that math and English place- offered, and their respective rates for students who strug- repeatable grade rate. That’s ment will also undergo com- committees will be discon- gle with math and English. the theory. That’s the goal,” Register today at plete remodeling in order tinued, according to section “Hopefully by using Stambough said. extension.fullerton.edu/testprep

VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM/NEWS FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN MONDAY 4 LIFESTYLE NOVEMBER 27, 2017 ENTERTAINMENT Hogwarts: Bringing magic to the holidays CONTINUED FROM 1 a watery residue and a dry, error while the wand keep- The details are so specific bitter aftertaste. er looks for the perfect in- at the Wizarding World that Butterbeer, the obligatory The acappella Frog Choir strument for the developing even the bathroom has a bit beverage in the Wizarding adds ambiance as Hogwarts wizard. of charm, as the speakers World, takes many forms as students walk out with the Visitors are then coerced overhead play the voice of a frozen, soda or seasonal huge singing frogs propped into a library where wands Moaning Myrtle. warm drink. At $6.99 each, on pillows and sing new are stacked to the ceiling. Harry Potter and the For- deciding which way to go Christmas carols unique to Some wands match the fin- bidden Journey is an attrac- can feel like a gamble, but of the Wizarding World. Vis- ish of “Harry Potter” char- tion that takes guests in- the three choices, make time itors can also interact with acters and others are one side Hogwarts castle and for the warm Butterbeer. It’s a friendly Hogwarts Ex- of a kind. The interactive through an immersive 3-D the perfect Christmas drink press conductor on their way wands also include a map roller coaster called the and it’s only served during through the land or catch a of spells that can be cast Flight of the Hippogriff. this celebration. Alternative- glimpse of witches and wiz- throughout the land. The experience is a family, go with the frozen for the ards straight out of the Tri- Honeydukes sweets shop ly-friendly outdoor thriller, sweetest taste or the soda for wizard Tournament from is the complete opposite of both of which remain excit- a refreshing thirst-quench- the Goblet of Fire. the rest of the darkened and ing additions to the land. ing treat. Each snowcapped shop shaded Hogsmeade. The Surrounded by its sorcery The holiday dessert is a has hidden treasures that first step inside the shop and festivities, the Wizard- Christmas pudding with beg to be collected, as well showers guests with col- ing World brings in those brandy butter, garnished as impressive window dis- ors of rosy pink and pale who have followed the wiz- with crystallized orange. plays that take fans of the green. The inside resem- ards since the first book, but The treat is disappointing films down memory lane. bles a childlike fantasy of also enchants a new crowd next to the other holiday In the Ollivanders wand with an abundance of can- to join the magic. offerings as taste buds are shop, guests are invited dy. Guests are surrounded Christmas in the Wizard- overwhelmed by contrast- inside to watch as a per- by sweets stemming up and ing World of Harry Potter SARAH EL-MAHMOUD / DAILY TITAN ing sweet, sour and spice fla- son from the crowd goes down the walls, and all over will light Hollywood skies Hot Butterbeer is available exclusively during the holiday vors, and the confection has through antics of trial and the shop. until Jan. 7. celebration at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter until Jan. 7.

MOVIES/TV November comic book adaptations advance genre ‘Justice League,’ ‘The Punisher’ and ‘Runaways’ each have a fresh take on superheroes.

LISSETE GONZALEZ Asst. Social Media Editor

DC and Marvel fans have been eagerly waiting in anticipation all year for November’s packed lineup of comic book adaptations. Follow- ing the continued success of “Thor: Ragnarok,” which premiered ear- lier this month, “Justice League” opened in theaters while “The Punisher” and Marvel’s “Run- aways” made their debut on rival streaming platforms Netﬂix and Hulu, respectively, within a few days of each other. Both DC and Marvel make some signiﬁcant statements through these works, proving that the qual- ity of their work is expanding and evolving with each release.

‘Justice League’ The DC Extended Universe (DCEU) has faced a tremendous amount of criticism since the release of “Man of Steel,” with most fingers pointed at “Batman v Su- perman: Dawn of Justice.” “Justice League,” although not without its flaws, is a huge step forward for the DCEU. The chemistry between Jus- tice League members was evident, and it wasn’t as dark and gloomy COURTESY OF WARNER BROS. COURTESY OF NETFLIX as past films, probably some- ‘Justice League’ takes notes from past DC Extended Universe blunders by showing ‘The Punisher’ is the most realistic Marvel work to date, humanizing Frank thing they realized was a neces- a lighter side of the heroes, bringing excitement for the installments to come. Castle in a realistic world full of tragedy and brutality. sary change after the success of the much lighter “Wonder Wom- two. The show manages to human- Marvel’s ‘Runaways’ an.” While The Flash (Ezra Mill- ize the ruthless vigilante in a way Hulu released the first three ep- er,) delivered the most comic re- no film has ever done before. isodes of Marvel’s “Runaways” on lief throughout the film, even The “The Punisher” has no pow- Nov. 21, with new episodes pre- Dark Knight himself cracked a few ers or mystical fists. It remains miering weekly until February jokes. DC learned from its most grounded, and its villains are cru- 2018. criticized films’ mistakes by cut- el and capable of arguably scari- The show is based on the titu- ting the run time and giving fans er deeds than what typical comic lar comic series in which six teens an exciting, action-packed film. book heroes are faced with. discover that their parents are su- Easter eggs placed throughout But the Punisher isn’t a hero, or per villains and that they too pos- “Justice League” and a post-cred- at least he definitely wouldn’t con- sess supernatural abilities. it scene promising new foes hyped sider himself one. He treads clos- Tonally, it is completely differ- up fans for upcoming installments, er to being a complete psycho- ent than Marvel’s Netflix show’s including the recently teased path, though the show masterfully fans may expect. In this case, it Deathstroke (Joe Manganiello). makes viewers sympathizing with works perfectly by creating its Oftentimes, Marvel and DC him by detailing his tragic back- own separate narrative that re- comparisons seem like they will story and answering the question volves around a group of young never let the DCEU have its mo- of what could lead a seemingly kids rather than one hero. It’s ment to bask in success. DCEU good man to a life of brutality. also refreshing to have the sto- has made great strides with “Won- It’s the best character portray- ry set in the suburbs of Los An- der Woman” and now “Justice al seen in any Marvel show and geles instead of the crime-ridden League,” but it still falls behind Bernthal’s acting firmly estab- New York featured in the Netflix because as it’s trying to catch up to lishes himself as the definitive shows. Marvel’s established success. Punisher. For casual viewers, it may In coming films, the DCEU The show is also Marvel’s most be easy to forget how expansive needs to keep the momentum go- emotional and realistic release to the Marvel universe is. Marvel’s ing but it also should focus more date, as it tackles veterans with “Runaways” features a younger on developing its villains, both old post-traumatic stress disorder and cast that is also ethnically and so- and new, and give them the por- government cover-ups as well as cially diverse. trayal that fans deserve. loss, deceit and tragedy. Unfortunately, this show can’t The show looks at how war can be binged right away, but it will ‘The Punisher’ leave traumatized and abandoned definitely keep fans wanting more. Three “Punisher” films have young soldiers to suffer alone once If it proves successful, Marvel been made since 1989, but none they return to civilian life, serving may put more time and money have come close to nailing what as a striking critique of how the into story arcs like these to bring makes the character unique like United States treats its veterans. light to more Marvel series. Netflix and Marvel have in their Critics of the show may com- Overall, November was an 13-episode rendition of “The plain that it’s too slow and not amazing and exciting month for Punisher.” superhero-y enough, but Marvel comic book fans, and the high an- In Marvel’s new series, view- made the right choice by ground- ticipation for their releases was COURTESY OF HULU ers see a deeper, emotional side to ing this decidedly street-level surely worth the wait. Based on the little-known comic series, ‘Runaways’ distinguishes itself from Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal) that character, giving viewers some- With the new year right around typical Marvel series with its unique tone. was only hinted at when he was thing real and relatable that paral- the corner, fans should reflect and mostly portrayed as a remorseless, lels society while remaining true acknowledge the risks and chang- have taken with their new films year and look forward to what’s to armed killer in “Daredevil” season to the source material. es in direction that Marvel and DC and shows that have come out this come in 2018.

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM/LIFESTYLE MONDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2017 OPINION 5 For scheduling, Rate My Professors is 10/10 The ranking website helps students preview prospective classes.

RISHU BHARDWAJ Opinion Editor

Well, it’s that time of year again. Spring semester is fast approaching and that means registration dates are being doled out and future classes discussed. The time-honored tradition of choosing certain classes with a few good friends to sit in the back with and make fun of the kid who won’t stop watching anime on his laptop (that was me) sadly fades as upper-division classes accumulate. As the selection of class- HANNAH MILLER / DAILY TITAN es narrow down in the lat- Rate My Professors is a useful tool for students looking to fnd the perfect class for any upcoming semester. With the website’s reviews, it’s easier to weed out er years of college, it gets professors that might not be the best ft for an individual’s learning style. tougher to decide what’s best to take. one looks at to decide their rating systems are ultimate- have had either a great or Society, researchers looked suggest information found Instead of being able to curriculum, it can be a great ly a waste of time, seeing it horrible experience. 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It’d be an easy solution of the fictional brand, de- the first few weeks of school nearly every college campus to come from the site. That said, there is one im- and one that would help fu- spite their newfound knowl- and hoping that first impres- nationwide. In an article on Slate, En- portant discrepancy — the ture students. edge, indicating that reviews sions won’t end up like the While the site shouldn’t glish professor William tendency for reviews to be In a study published in are just as important as first fictional coffee brands un- necessarily be the only thing B. Harrison III said the only given by students that the British Psychological impressions, which would dergrads fell for. Animal testing is a blemish on the cosmetic industry Cruelty-free companies animal cruelty, there’s an- and chemical industries. chemicals over then exam- cosmetics industry, mostly that all cosmetics sold must other issue that needs to Often, animals will be ined after death to observe makeup, includes products be first tested on animals. need support to stop be tackled: Stopping inhu- forced to inhale or eat toxic the damage. Some side ef- that everybody purchases NYX and Urban Decay are inhumane practices. mane testing on animals, chemicals to determine how fects include bleeding from like shampoo, deodorant, not sold in China. particularly within the cos- much of a substance is le- the eyes, nose and ears, as acne treatments and soap. By supporting sub-brands metics industry, by sup- thal. 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It may seem ing Bunny, a global organi- types of tests done, but the entirely in the Europe- There has also been a de- small or insignificant, but if zation dedicated to educat- methods are always cruel an Union, according to the bate on whether or not to everyone supported cruel- ing and advocating against and the result is usually the Leaping Bunny. support brands that are cru- ty-free companies, the big- animal cruelty, has set the same: The animal dies slow- There are alternatives to elty-free but are owned by ger players like L’Oréal will CASSANDRA HEARN standard that a brand must ly and painfully. animal testing that are al- a parent company that does be forced to notice its con- Staff Writer not test on animals at any In the cosmetics industry ready implemented around test on animals. sumers needs and begin to point in its production, not alone, an estimated 500,000 the world, like using syn- For example, the small- change. 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Millions of animals each mals used include guinea fight animal cruelty is to The cosmetic company’s products, it could help end the While this law is a big year are subjected to testing pigs, rats, rabbits and mice. support the companies that products are sold in China, suffering and deaths of mil- step in the fight against for the drug, food, cosmetic They’re often force-fed toxic don’t test on animals. The where it is mandated by law lions of animals every year.

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KATHRYNE PADILLA Sports Editor

Only five games into non-conference play with a 2-3 overall record, Cal State Fullerton women’s basketball is a game away from reaching its 2016 win total as it takes on the University of Denver Pioneers. “Cal State Fullerton hasn’t had a winning women’s program in the last 26 years,” said junior Han- nah Thompson. “We’re just trying to change that.” After winning their season opener against Santa Clara on Nov. 11, the Titans fell into a rough spot with three close games ending in losses. However, that streak was broken when they de- feated the University of Portland on Saturday at home 66-61. At the start of the season, the Titans knew that this squad was different than prior ones. “It’s a better experience already,” said junior Daeja Smith. “The coaches are more engaged and they’re here and ready for season.” Last season’s team only managed to pull out three wins, two in pre-conference play and one during conference play. The Ti- tans are looking for their third as they face the Pioneers, who hold a 3-3 overall record, giving a glimpse that they have the capa- bility of surpassing last season’s record. The newcomers have begun to impact the Titans’ growth as freshman Triann Thompson holds GABE GANDARA / DAILY TITAN the first place spot on the team in Cal State Fullerton guard Triann Thompson has appeared in all five games of nonconference play and has made seven out of the eight 3-pointers a 3-point percentage at 87.5, which she’s attempted thus far, shooting 87.5 percent from behind the arc. doubles as the highest in the Big West as well. than Thompson at 3.4 per game, the Big West. Smith also recorded forward Jordyn Alt, who ranks Summit League. “Having so many new players, and is ranked third in the Big West her first double-double of the sea- first in rebounds per game in The Titans Head Coach Jeff Harada it’s easier to help establish a new with a 58.8 3-point percentage. son against Portland. Summit League at 9.3 per game. hopes to continue to work on the mentality,” Thompson said. The returning Titans have also As CSUF’s core unit continues The Titans will also compete “little things” as Fullerton returns Freshman Ashlee Ane, who been assets on the court. Smith to gel form, it will face a Denver against guard Carie Weinman, to Titan Gym on Monday to com- scored 19 points in the win over leads CSUF in rebounds, averag- team that has standout players who is shooting 57.1 percent from pete for its third win against the Portland, attempts more threes ing 9.2 a game, the second-most in of its own. The Titans will face three, which is second in The Pioneers at 7 p.m. MONDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2017 LEISURE 7 RIDDLE CreativeCorner PROVIDED BY http://www.doriddles.com/ I’m simple for a few people, but hard for them to hear. I live inside of secrets. I bring people’s worst fears. What am I?

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JARED EPREM Asst. Sports Editor

The Titans used their Thanksgiving break to host the 2017 Wooden Legacy Tournament, in which they finished with a 2-1 record and learned more about the different ways their team can win. After dropping their first game of the tournament to Georgia 64-57 in a down- to-the-wire finish, the Ti- tans rebounded and defeat- ed the Sacramento State Hornets the following night 68-63. Both games showcased individual excellence from the Titans, with Kyle All- man scoring a career-high 34 points against the Geor- gia Bulldogs and Khalil Ahmad putting up a season-high 25 points against Sacramento State. Although Ahmad contributed more than a third of the team’s points against the Hornets, the Titans played a more team-oriented game, which differs from the sin- gular scoring showcase All- man delivered against the KATIE ALBERTSON / DAILY TITAN Bulldogs. Cal State Fullerton forward Jackson Rowe contributed 25 points in the Titans’ win over Harvard. He leads the Titans in field goal attempts and is Titans Head Coach shooting 71.4 percent from the field. Dedrique Taylor believes the team is capable of win- into the offense after the enough touches to where he of the Titans were getting percentage. Before they continue to slow down and ning either way. loss to Georgia. Although could be successful, and he buckets right from the jump faced Georgia, the Titans really learn about our pace,” “With our personnel, I he’s scoring 13.4 points per repaid them for it,” Taylor against the Crimson. The were shooting 49.2 percent Taylor said. “Each player think we’re capable of being game, Rowe’s output has said. first half saw both teams from the charity stripe and has a different rhythm, and balanced, but I think we’re been inconsistent. Rowe wasn’t focused on combine for 62 points, committed an average of 17 we have to understand our also capable of one guy get- In its final game against getting shots for himself, while the Titans’ previ- turnovers on per outing. rhythm individually and ting into a rhythm like Kyle the Harvard Crimson, the stating that rebounding and ous two games did not see The Titans managed to then find out how it fits into did last night or Khalil did,” team rallied around a hot helping the team was his CSUF and its opponents convert 79.2 percent of the overall concert of our Taylor said following the start from Rowe. He fin- main concern. combine for even 50 points their attempts from the team.” victory against Sacramento ished a perfect 10-10 from “I was just shooting in the first half. line during the three-game The Titans now sit at State. “Whichever one leads the field, including five and they were going in,” Before the tournament, stretch, but their turnover 3-3 and will look to add to a win, I love it.” jumpers from behind the Rowe said. “When it goes Taylor and the players woes continued to plague to their winning streak in Taylor stressed the impor- arc. in it feels good, so I kept agreed that the team need- them, committing 43 during their homecoming game tance of integrating sopho- “I think these guys made shooting.” ed to cut back on turnovers tournament play. on Saturday Dec. 2 against more forward Jackson Rowe a pointed effort to get him It wasn’t just Rowe. All and improve its free throw “I think we have to Cal Lutheran.

GABE GANDARA / DAILY TITAN Transfer forward Hannah Thompson is the second highest scorer for the Titans and has made 11 out of her 12 free throw attempts. Hoops: Fullerton breaks losing streak CONTINUED FROM 1 composure down the stretch to finish the game.” We just Portland got off to a hot The final quarter was a “needed to box start, leading 20-13 after the back-and-forth defensive out and keep first quarter saw them shoot battle, with the two teams

60 percent from the field and going nearly the entire final them in front to 50 percent from three. five minutes without scor- contest all shots“ The Titans managed to ing. The Titans held on to battle back in the second a 64-61 advantage through- because they quarter, winning the frame out the period, only scoring were hitting. 19-17 before beginning to their final two points on free really roll after halftime, throws when the Pilots were ASHLEE ANE making six of their 11 shots forced to intentionally foul Titans guard in the third quarter to win Vega, who made both of her losing the roster’s return- the period 21-14 and get shots. ing players have endured the back in the game. “We just needed to box last several seasons, but that “I was happy how we re- out and keep them in front lack of shared adversity left sponded to finish the half to contest all shots because the freshman guard no less only down by 5 points,” Ti- they were hitting,” Ane said. grateful to help her team tans Head Coach Jeff Ha- “As long as we boxed out get to 2-3 and win their first rada told Cal State Fuller- and worked our butts off, we home game of the season. ton Sports Media. “We did were good.” “I love this team so a better job contesting their It’s Ane’s first year with much, and just to protect shots in the second half, and the Titans, meaning she your home, it feels great,” I was really proud of our hasn’t experienced all the Ane said.