Skateboarding Is a Crime Bring out the Best Instead of the Worst Black History Month

Vol. 89 Issue 9 February 16, 2011

Battle of the Sexes Instant Karma in DTF Campus event held to determine Fullerton goes Mediterranean which gender knows best with exotic food and hookah ...... 3 ...... 5 Steel Panther Brings Back a Taste of ’80s Metal Every Monday the Sunset Strip in Hollywood goes glam with dailytitan.com heavy metal music and an outrageous stage show The Student Voice of California State University, Fullerton ...... 6 Celebrating a cultural legacy CSUF’s African American Resource Center will host events planned to raise awareness

MAHSA ZOJAJI For the Daily Titan JOHNNY LE / Daily Titan February isn’t just about Valen- Associate Professor Matt Englar-Carlson tine’s Day, it’s a time to celebrate discusses masculinity to a crowd gathered African-American culture and its at the CSUF Women’s Center. influence on society. Cal State Ful- lerton has many events scheduled throughout this month in celebra- Meeting tion. “Our goal is to no longer have a Black History Month,” said Pro- fessor Stan Breckenridge, musicol- about ogist in the Department of Afro- Ethnic Studies, who strongly feels that a majority of African-Ameri- males cans efforts and achievements have been belittled by society. “I hope Associate professor that contributions of African- American people are being learned presents workshop every month because they are em- on achieving positive bedded in everyday life.” masculinity All throughout the month of February, CSUF’s African- American Resource Center and the professors in the department WILLIAM CAMARGO / Daily Titan JAMESON STEED of Afro-Ethnic Studies honor An unidentified skater ignores the campus-wide ban on skateboarding in order to shred on a rail in between classes. CSUF has had the ban since 2008 in an effort to increase safety. Daily Titan Black History Month in hopes of conveying awareness to African- Associate professor for the Depart- American history and culture to ment of Counseling Matt Englar- the students on campus. Carlson held a workshop on building The AARC hosts multiple positive strengths in men and how to events on campus to promote Skateboarding is a crime bring out the best instead of the worst Black History Month. This year, on Feb. 15. the theme is “The Civil War and The effects of the 2008 CSUF ban on campus skating that was implemented to increase safety Englar-Carlson presented his lec- the Struggles for Black Determi- ture “Recognizing Positive Masculin- nation.” have told me they have seen people DARCY BOSANKO get tickets for skating, so I think ity: A Strength-Based Perspective for For the Daily Titan they are (enforcing it),” he said. Working with Boys and Men” in the See HISTORY, page 2 Skateboarding may not be listed There is a three-step process Women’s Center Tuesday afternoon. in law books as a crime, but at Cal campus police follows when deal- Acting director of the Women’s State Fullerton it is banned. ing with a skateboarding offender. Center Susan Leavy spoke regarding Since 2008, there has been a According to Brockie, the first the reason for having this workshop WHAT’S INSIDE skateboarding ban on campus. This offense is just a verbal warning in the Women’s Center. might come as a surprise to some, and a reminder of the skating “(What) we always want to do is seeing as how “Go Green” seems to guidelines on campus. The second include mens issues because when we NEWS be our nation’s motto. time a student is caught, his or her talk about men, we talk about what ASI Board of Directors Senior Gaby Longbotham, a name is entered into the computer they do that is unacceptable instead of what they do that is right,” Leavy meets to discuss bylaws history major, is ecstatic about the at the judicial site. On a third of- skateboarding ban on campus. fense, a ticket is given to the stu- said...... 3 “Thank God,” said Longbotham. dent and treated like any normal Englar-Carlson focused his discus- “Because one (skateboarder) almost traffic ticket. sion on his research of the positive OPINION ran into me! I completely agree with Tom Vail, a transfer student and strengths that we need to build in Parking Services is just do- this ban.” business major, is not a skater and boys and teens, and how we should go about doing it. ing its job Campus police and administra- he had no idea about the ban. tion do encourage students to use “I had no idea, and I agree and Some of these traits include “cour- ...... 4 age” and “responsibility,” but they alternative routes when traveling JOHNNY LE / Daily Titan disagree. I’ve only seen probably about, but when it comes to skate- three people skating and one fell, range from man to man depending DETOUR boarding they are looking out for strapped or secure under your feet. major who uses his skateboard as so that proves their point,” he said. on his needs. Cantina Lounge hosts a spe- student safety. (A skateboard) could easily slide out his mode of transportation, got the “But I do feel that people should According to Englar-Carlson, men have social norms in which emotions cial Valentine’s Day show Another person that agrees with from under you,” she said. memo. He rides his skateboard to be able to skate in designated ar- the ban is Environmental Health So is the ban working? Lieuten- get to campus, and his wheels only eas as long as they don’t abuse generally do not show unless that ...... 5 and Safety’s Colleen Wilkins. Her ant John Brockie believes that it is. touch down in the designated routes it. I think (the enforcement is) emotion is anger. When men con- primary concern is dealing with In an interview he explained that that are laid out for our bicyclists. working, though, but I person- form to these rigid beliefs regarding SPORTS student safety. while talking to officers, the ban Ajtun believes the campus police ally would like to see more signs emotional expression, it is known as Maloof contest open to ama- “When our job is to look out seems to be effective. In 2010, there is enforcing the ban. around campus.” the “dark side.” teur college skateboarders for pedestrian safety, we believe were 479 warnings issued, with only “I saw a picture before in the skateboarders do not have as much 12 of them turning into citations. paper about it, and I’ve seen a few See SKATE, page 2 See MEN, page 3 ...... 8 control over something that is, say, Joseph Ajtun, a biochemistry signs up on campus. Some friends

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Contact Us at [email protected] dailytitan.com February 16, 2011 2 NEWS BLACK HISTORY: Campus events The English Channel DTSHORTHAND means to them on the Reflection ...Continued from page 1 Wall located in the Humanities building Room 222. Flu Vaccine: “I think this month is a great Also, in honor of black women Highly Effective? time for students to come and get who have contributed to society, a taste of black culture on cam- Alliance for the Preservation of As the yearly flu season sets pus,” said Chuntel Riser, coordi- African Consciousness is hosting in, state officials claimed Tuesday nator of the AARC on campus. their fourth-annual “Why I Love that this year’s vaccine is highly From Feb. 20 to 22, the on- Black Women” event on Feb. 24 at effective against infections. campus members of AARC en- the TSU Pavilion AB at 8:30 p.m. According to the Los Angeles force Black Consciousness Week. The night will celebrate black Times, the California Depart- Throughout that week, events women and their efforts to change ment of Public Health has re- 26.2 Miles such as the AARC Mixer, Black the world. ported a two percent decrease in Movie Day and Black Student In addition to participation in reports of flu-like illness from the Black Organizations Expo are the events, students also have the last week of January to the first open to all students and take place opportunity to plan and get more week of February. These officials simply to bring awareness of Afri- involved with the AARC. have credited the decrease in in- can-American culture to the cam- “Students can join Black Histo- fections to this year’s flu vaccine. pus community. ry Month committees on campus In the last week of January, “African American Resource as well as asking their professors of 2,903 individuals tested, 597 Center (AARC) works with the to allow them to complete a proj- individuals tested positive for black student leaders on campus ect on Black History Month,” said influenza. In the first week of to compile a list of events that will Julie Stokes, department chair of February, 472 of 2,903 individu- highlight Black History Month Afro-Ethnic Studies. als tested positive, constituting a every year,” Riser said. Professors in the Department of significant decrease in infections. Sunday’s Best is another event Afro-Ethnic Studies believe Black “There is a near-perfect match held by the AARC, in which stu- History Month at CSUF is a way between the influenza that is cir- dents can showcase their singing to honor, celebrate and under- culating in our communities and abilities at the gospel talent show. stand the lives of the people who the strains of influenza in the Daily Titan The event is scheduled for Feb. 22 contributed in the influence of the BRIAN YAMAMOTO / influenza vaccination,” said state in the Titan Theatre from 8 p.m. Civil Rights Movement. Students participating in the “Swim Across the English Channel” at the SRC are able to set their own fitness goals and complete the epidemiologist Dr. Gil Chavez to 10 p.m. Students must RSVP “Events taking place on campus exercise at their own pace. to the LA Times. “It’s very likely by Feb. 22 to participate. reinforce the pride in my heritage. that if you get vaccinated, you On Feb. 23 the AARC along It is a continuous reminder of the will be influenza-free.” with Black Student Union will legacy of those who came before However, it is difficult for state host the event “What Black His- me who were able to break down Swimming the Channel officials to track total flu cases tory Month Means to Me.” barriers, thus allowing many Afri- because health care providers are For this event, students may can-Americans greater opportuni- Students put in laps equating to 26 miles to reach their fitness goals not required report cases. display their feelings and emotions ties to participate in the U.S. so- According to health officials, about what Black History Month ciety and the world,” Stokes said. track. I do it for the health benefits and it’s a good 225,000 people across the nation stress relief from life,” said the child health and ado- are infected with influenza and MARITZA VELAZQUEZ lescent development major as she prepared to log her hospitalized each year. Daily Titan laps for the day. FOR THE RECORD Lifeguards keep track of the number of laps swim- Brief by Anders Howmann One team described its swim across the English mers complete each time they work out at the SRC It is the policy of the Daily Titan to correct any inaccurate informa- Channel in a vivid account: “Hypothermia coming pool, so participants can go at their own pace. About tion printed in the publication as soon as the error is discovered. Any out of the water that convinced us there was no way 45 people have signed up so far, according to SRC incorrect information printed on the front page will result in a cor- Obama Supports we would make it as a team, massive ships that make officials. rection printed on the front page. Any incorrect information printed you feel like you are blindly crossing a ten lane free- In the fall semester, art major Jordan Munoz Egypt Revolution on any other page will be corrected on page 2. Errors on the Opinion way, more vomit, inability to eat or drink, and for came away as the top swimmer after he completed page will be corrected on that page. Corrections also will be noted on one swimmer, a place deep inside that said ‘I hate the “Swim to Catalina” challenge in just around two President Barack Obama re- the online version of the Daily Titan. everything, I will never do this again in my life…’” weeks. vealed his optimism toward Please contact Editor-in-Chief Isa Ghani at 657-278-5815 or at The tale of Team Night Train’s treacherous journey The male and female winners were awarded $10 Egypt’s growing democratic ide- [email protected] with issues about this policy or to report across the more than 20-mile-wide body of water was iTunes gift cards, according to Alison Wittwer, fitness als while also discussing the $3.7 any errors. one of many told on the Channel Association Ltd.’s and aquatics coordinator. trillion domestic budget during a website. All participants received an SRC bag and towel in news conference Tuesday. The organization is the official governing body of addition to goodies such as protein bars and Gato- Although the budget was channel swims, according to the site. rade, said Wittwer. brought up during the confer- Although it’s a feat many will never get to experi- The challenge began about two and a half years ence, reporters were using it as ence, Cal State Fullerton is challenging students on a ago to encourage students to use the brand new SRC a launching pad to get Obama’s much smaller scale without them ever having to step pool, she said. opinion on the pro-democracy foot off campus. The goal: to complete 26.2 miles in “We wanted to do something to promote the pool movement in Egypt, according to 11 weeks through the Student Rec Center’s “Swim because it’s so nice out here,” Wittwer said. “Just to the Los Angeles Times. Editorial the English Channel” program, which began Feb. 7. have a fun activity, which would encourage people to Egyptians clearly commu- Editor-in-Chief Isa Ghani “If you’re a swimmer and enjoy swimming, it’s a engage in fitness swimming as an alternative to other nicated their opinions to their Managing Editor Rachel David goal to set for yourself,” said Victor Hernandez, Rec- means of fitness.” government, and Obama encour- News Editor Keith Cousins reation Services coordinator. “It’s the motivation to Seventy lengths of the SRC pool equate to one aged U.S. citizens as well to ex- News Editor Kiran Kazalbash complete the 26.2 miles at your own leisure.” mile. The program is free of cost and participants can press their concerns in the discus- News Assistant Anders Howmann However, some complete the challenge much start any time now through April 15. sion of the budget. News Assistant Jessica Rubio sooner than the April 15 deadline. Paige Polichetti, For more information, see a lifeguard on the SRC Obama is hopeful of the dem- Content Editor Kelsey Laney 20, has already completed 11 miles in eight days and pool deck. The pool is open from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., ocratic progression Egypt has Opinion Editor Gabrielle Abutom hopes to finish off the rest next week. Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. shown recently and uses their Opinion Assistant Charlotte Knight “If I’m going to swim anyway, I might as well keep Fridays and 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends. example to encourage change Sports Editor Gilbert Gutierrez III through cooperation and not Sports Assistant Michellee Cooper coercion. He is hoping to work with both the Democratic and Sports Assistant Elliot Cook SKATE: University Police enforce skateboarding ban Features Editor Katie Evans Republican parties to decrease Features Assistant Carmen Varner deficits in the national budget. Detour Editor Anna Gleason Being encouraged by Egypt, Detour Assistant Krystle Uy Obama is now focusing on the Copy Editor Kyle Martinez national issues that still need to Copy Editor Gilbert Gonzalez be dealt with. Brief by William Chen Creative Coordinator Jonathan Gibby Photo Editor Mark Samala Photo Editor Johnny Le Pro-Democracy Photo Editor Lucio Villa Photo Assistant William Camargo Protests Sparked Page Editor Jenelle Rensch Graphic Designer Steve Sly Demonstrators took to the Graphic Designer Patrick Schwarz streets yesterday in Iran, Bahrain Web Editor Jennifer Chung and Yemen after inspiration from Multimedia Editor Hannah Dellinger pro-democracy movements in Multimedia Editor Wes Nease Tunisia and Egypt. Multimedia Assistant Julissa Rivera According to the Los Angeles Times, demonstrators in Iran Adviser Jason Shepard yelled slogans denouncing Presi- dent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Main Line (657) 278-5815 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702 and the rest of the country’s su- News Line (657) 278-4415 E-mail: [email protected] preme leadership. Riot police met protesters in the street as they marched toward Azadi Square. Advertising Police have shut down subways Director of Advertising Adrian Gaitan and blocked off streets in order to Asst. Advertising Director Amber VanOrman keep protesters at bay. National Sales & Promotions Daniel Zamilpa The demonstration in Yemen Production Assistant Sidney Cumbie is in its fourth day with 17 peo- Production Assistant Jennifer Razo ple having been wounded in the Classifields Manager Taylor Tunno streets as pro-reform demonstra- Webmaster Josué Mora tors clash with pro-government Senior Account Executive Liz Hernandez activists. Riot police are trying to Account Executive Elizabeth Swiontek keep the peace as broken bottles, Account Executive Megan Klute daggers and rocks flew between Account Executive Kathy Hamamoto the two groups. Account Executive Laura Barron-Lopez Riot police attacked hundreds Account Executive Ashley Page of protesters in Bahrain with tear Distribution Houston Whaley gas, rubber bullets and concus- Business Manager/Adviser Robert Sage sion grenades. Demonstrators are not asking for an overhaul of the country’s Sunni regime, but for Main Line (657) 278-3373 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702 JOHNNY LE / Daily Titan Advertising (657) 278-4411 E-mail: [email protected] a new constitution, the release A three-step citation process is used to enforce skateboarding on campus: A verbal warning is issued first, next the offender’s name is of 500 political prisoners and an entered into a computer system and finally the skateboarder receives a ticket. The Daily Titan is a student publication, printed every Monday through Thursday. The investigation into torture and at- Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, College of Communications, tempts to suppress the Shiite ma- lenge to educate each new class of the ther lower the amount of tickets and CSUF administration and the CSUF System. The Daily Titan has functioned as a public ...Continued from page 1 jority. forum since inception. Unless implied by the advertising party or otherwise stated, rules and regulations we have here on citations given out. A lingering ques- Waves of demonstrations con- advertising in the Daily Titan is inserted by commercial activities or ventures identified campus,” said Brockie. tion he has, though, is how many tinue to emanate from the epi- in the advertisements themselves and not by the university. Such printing is not to be To aid in that problem, he would students really do use skateboarding centers of Egypt and Tunisia. construed as written or implied sponsorship, endorsement or investigation of such com- As it seems to be working, there like to try and possibly implement as their primary source of transpor- mercial enterprises. The Daily Titan allocates one issue to each student for free. are still some things that Lieutenant the regulations during student orientation to school and back, and how Brockie wants to work on. Brief by Anders Howmann Copyright ©2011 Daily Titan tation. By doing so, he hopes to bring many use them merely as a way to get “It is always going to be a chal- more awareness to students and fur- around campus quicker.

ContactContact Us Us at at [email protected] [email protected] February 16, 2011 dailytitan.com NEWS 3 ASI opposes Brown’s budget Board of Directors meets to discuss a resolution opposing budget cuts

PETER CORNETT For the Daily Titan

The ASI Board of Directors con- ducted a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, and approved legislation de- signed to improve student life on campus. Held in the Legislative Chambers of the Titan Student Union, the meetings provide direc- tion for the hybrid government/cor- poration that is Associated Students JOHNNY LE / Daily Titan LUCIO VILLA / Daily Titan Inc. The ASI Board of Directors meets to discuss To address Governor Jerry new business such as changes to election Brown’s budget proposal, which bylaws and Jerry Brown’s proposed budget. would increase student fees by 10 Battle of the Sexes anything but trivial percent and cut $500 million from on March 4 of last year, Lopez said, Omega Psi Phi hosts its fifth annual trivia contest in the TSU, pitting genders against each other CSUs, the ASI Lobby Corps drafted “Last year on March 4, a lot of the a resolution that will be widely dis- students were mobilizing and get- ries: music, TV shows, movies and also black black history, with everything from Martin Lu- tributed in an attempt to influence ting events together on campus, but history because it’s Black History Month,” said ther King, Jr. to Beyonce and Kanye West. state and federal leaders to halt cuts that sense is just not here this year STEPHANIE GOMEZ Marvis Brown, 27, president of Omega Psi Phi As with many campus events, the attendance Daily Titan and protect the CSUs. with March 14 unfortunately.” Lambda Chapter at Cal State Fullerton. and participation can be hit or miss. The resolution, which was passed In order to potentially influence Brown acted like a game host reading off When asked about how to improve atten- with only minor edits, asserts the the development of public policy The battle cries could be heard well down questions and the occasional coin toss to break dance at future events, Reed said, “(Getting) need for additional education fund- and education budget decisions, the halls of the Titan Student Union as men a tie. the word out more, I got it by e-mail, and I ing. The original resolution was de- Washington and others will be vis- and women competed to see who would claim The trivia game had a table of men putting think that was great. But as far as communica- veloped by the Lobby Corps under iting Washington, D.C. in order to bragging rights as the alpha gender. their wits against a table of women in catego- tion, I think it should have been around cam- Chief Governmental Officer Grego- convey to legislators the message de- The fifth annual “Battle of the Sexes” event ries of entertainment. “Well the women are a pus like other events; you know, we could have ry Washington. scribed by the adopted resolution. was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday night little ahead, but we’re going to give them a good had a lot more response if they had acted on The first action item of the ap- In addition to the passage of the in the Gabriellino Room of the TSU. licking before it’s all over with,” said Reed. this early.” proved version of the resolution resolution, the Board made amend- Fraternity Omega Psi Phi has been putting However, at the women’s table, a confident Although the turnout for this event was less reads simply, “RESOLVED, That ments to their bylaws that would on the competition for five years as one of their Maame Agyman, 19, a pre-nursing major, had than the organizers had anticipated, it didn’t ASI opposes the Governor’s Budget effectively extend the term of the staple events to bring students together. different ideas. stop the attendees from having a good time. Proposal.” chairperson until elections for a suc- “I really love it. I just like the gathering, the “I’m excited for our win; I want to see what “This is my first event; I have never been Washington was unable to attend cessor can be held in June. people, people I don’t know, meeting people, we win,” said Agyman about her favorite part to an event before, and it was definitely a lot the meeting due to illness and was The Board discussed the bylaw swapping information, possible connections of the contest. “I like the categories. I think of fun. There’s not a lot of people, but I’m unwilling to comment on the passed changes at length and made word- later on down the road, I love that,” said Mat- there should be more than just four,” Agyman having a really, really good time. I think if we resolution because he was not im- ing changes to facilitate the new thew Reed III, 46, a film major. said. When asked if she would be returning can get the word out and get the student body mediately informed of the specific election rules. Reed participated with the men’s team along next year, Agyman said, “Yeah I will; this was involved, you’ll find out a lot of activities are alterations made to the original. Although the alterations were of- with five others, and the ladies’ table had six fun. I met some new friends.” going to be filled with people wanting to par- ASI President Joe Lopez argued ficially approved, at least one mem- participants as well. Pizza and drinks were served to keep the ticipate and participate again,” Reed said. that the continuous fee increases ber believed they should have been “It’s trying to bring men and women to- peace, with each question bringing commotion The games challenged both teams, but in and $500 million cuts are damag- supplied with more information gether to have a good time; basically, it’s a from both sides. the end, the women proved to be the fairer sex ing to the students of the CSUs. prior to voting on the issue. trivia game night. It has four different catego- The questions focused on famous people in and claimed the title with a win of 38 to 33. Lopez also believes the CSUs are an “I felt I could have been given extremely efficient and cost-effective more information and in an orga- way to provide quality university nized manner, so I could have felt educations at a low cost to the state. more comfortable with my vote,” “Another $500 million cut to said Lorenzo Frausto, one of the Student research funds the system is one that would be representatives for the College of ASI offers grants to further students in their detrimental to our campus and the Humanities and Social Science. CSU. We can use [the resolution] to Jasmine Hooper, one of the academic endeavors in a variety of fields educate the community, educate the representatives for the College of reviews it, it can get denied by the campus about the budget proposal Health and Human Development committee,” said Lopez. “No grant and how we are speaking out against disagreed. JESSICA McCOY is easy to deny because the commit- it,” said Lopez. “After the debate and clarifica- Daily Titan tee has an understanding of how the In his executive report, Lopez in- tions, it helped everyone to under- process works.” formed the Board that a March 14 stand what they were voting on,” Associated Students Inc. has the Gavin S. Fort, a history graduate joint lobbying effort with the Cali- said Hooper. ability to serve students several ways student, applied for the grant to cover fornia State Student Association will Also in attendance was Doug through ASI-funded student organi- one item for his travel expenses. take place in Sacramento. ASI plans Moody, chair of the Environmen- zations, supplying a budget so stu- “We heard about it from Tony to send 15 to 20 students to Sac- tal Advocacy Committee. During dents can run successful events. Ragazzo, the director of the ASI ramento by bus to assist in various the section of the meeting reserved ASI also can provide research Leader and Program Development lobbying activities. for public comment, Moody raised grant funding for undergraduate and office,” said Fort. “His office handles When asked if ASI intends to awareness for the activities of his graduate students. the grant.” organize a rally against budget cuts committee and highlighted impor- According to the ASI website, each Fort had four other group mem- similar to the march that took place tant events that will be publicized to LUCIO VILLA / Daily Titan year the organization offers grants for bers (Daniell Whittington, Danielle on the Cal State Fullerton campus the student body in the future. Associate Professor for the Department of Counseling Matt Englar-Carlson lectures student research. Stephan, Kyle Walker and David students on the societal norms of masculinity and other topics of how males act. The application process begins Kloster) that received their grant ap- during the fall semester, and the re- proval for tuition. cipients of the grant are notified by “I and my fellow graduate students the first week of the spring semester. in history are going to the Hill Mu- MEN: Ideas on Masculinity Discussed There is a $450 limit for awards. seum and Manuscript Library near Drew Wiley, administrative coor- Minneapolis in mid-March,” Fort ...Continued from page 1 Englar-Carlson used this to illus- dinator of ASI Leader and Program said. trate how the father adapted to Development said, “The research When his grant was denied he was what his daughter needed at the grant committee involves our Execu- advised and encouraged to file an ap- “Typically a man thinks he’s time. Englar-Carlson said this idea tive Vice President of ASI Andrew peal by his adviser, Jochen Burgtorf, the least masculine in the room. needs to be encouraged with boys. Lopez and the chairs of the InterClub member of the Council for European From that insecurity, men tend to Another idea that was discussed Councils on campus (ICC).” Studies. Fort appealed and spoke to make bad decisions trying to prove was male self-reliance. The student research grants are Lopez. the opposite to the others,” said The idea centers around men processed through the ASI Leader “I spoke with Andy Lopez, the ASI Englar-Carlson. being able to stand up to their and Program Development offices. vice president,” Fort said. “He pretty Englar-Carlson showcased his peers around them. Giving in and The clubs involve two or more much walked interpretation of the “Positive blindly following social norms and members from each me through the Psychology/Positive Masculinity thus bottling up emotion can lead college: Arts (AICC), “No grant is easy to process.” Model,” which teaches us how to to the “dark side.” To do so, men Business and Eco- deny because the Andrew Lo- engage men in a positive way. require strength. nomics (BICC), Stu- pez was able to The norm for this model con- Strengths can include teaching dents Organizations committee has an help dig deeper sists of men who do not normally yourself and others how to make Accessing Resources- understanding of how into why Fort’s show emotion, but some of their good choices and only take sen- Communications the process works” application was positive aspects stem from cour- sible risks. Risks are important to (SOAR-CICC), Ed- denied. age, resiliency and responsibility. growth, but it is the skill of learn- ucation (EICC), - Andrew Lopez Fort notified Jem Joven, 26, specifically made ing what is a good risk that we Engineering ASI Executive Vice President Lopez, and Lo- time for this workshop. “(It’s a) need to build within ourselves. and Computer pez was able to new way of looking at something,” Humor is another way men and Science (ECS-ICC), assist by listen- Joven said. boys express intimacy. It’s a form Health and Social Sciences (HHD- ing to Fort about his appeal. “Men express their caring of how men display and express ICC) and Natural Sciences and The reason why the research grant through doing,” Englar-Carlson their friendship. “That way they Mathematics (NSM-ICC). committee could not approve his said. He used the example of a can say things they can’t say direct- “The committee views applicants’ grant was because they had allocated man washing his wife’s car. It’s his ly,” Englar-Carlson said. applications and selects which grants all the funds for the research grants to personal way of expressing his care The final idea Englar-Carlson to be approved, and there is an in- other applicants and did not have the and love for her. This is called ac- wanted to educate the audience creasing amount of applicants each monies to approve Fort’s grant. tion empathy. about was how to create a posi- year,” Wiley said. Lopez asked the ASI Board of Di- Patricia Madrigal, 22, a psychol- tive environment, an area where On Dec. 17, 2010, a student’s rectors to help, and they did. Fort’s ogy major, took this point to heart. men or boys will feel comfortable grant was denied that he had sub- research grant was approved after the “Growing up as a kid, my father to talk. mitted with four others on Nov. 19, appeal process. rarely said I love you, so when He spoke of a colleague who put 2010. For the fiscal year budget sum- (Englar-Carlson) said men show up a basketball hoop because men Within the guideline it states, mary of 2010-2011, ASI received their love through actions, (it) are more likely to be intimate dur- “Students have to come to a man- as income from student fees (Bud- made me see my father in another ing physical activities. datory orientation,” where they find get Line Item 3001-6000) a total of perspective.” Englar-Carlson’s presentation out all about the process and what is $22,500 and allocated $22,500 for The next topic Englar-Carlson utilized multiple photos and audio expected of them. disbursement of general operations focused on was Generative Father- clips to demonstrate his points. The application consists of differ- for research grants (Budget Line Item hood, which looks at how men take The crowd kept relatively silent ent paperwork, such as a faculty rec- 0301-8094). care of the younger generation. when he asked for people to chime ommendation letter. In total, 62 applications were re- Ideas like how a father reacts in and participate, yet emotional ASI Executive Vice President An- ceived and 55 grants were awarded. and adapts to his children were videos solicited an “Aww” from the drew Lopez addressed the process for Between 2008 and 2010, the total discussed and expressed by a com- crowd. Even a clip from “Men of a grants being issued or denied. research grant budget was $32,750 mercial in which the father was Certain Age” got a resounding roar “If the grant fails to meet any of with 127 applications received and doing his nails with his daughter. of laughter from the crowd. the guidelines before the committee 100 grants distributed.

Contact Us at [email protected] dailytitan.com/news dailytitan.com February 16, 2011 4 OPINION However, the duties expected Parking from Parking Services employees are not limited to distributing tickets - They also provide services such Cous I Said So Services as giving people jumps if their car battery dies, as well as escorting stu- by KEITH COUSINS dents from place to place if they so deserves desire. “One day when I was getting a “The Funny Side of Politics” more daily permit, I parked my car first then went to get the permit. I came back to find [Parking Services] al- respect ready putting my license plate num- Follow the leader ber in,” said Jonathan Wong, a po- Students can be harsh litical science major. When the going gets tough we parking spots he has throughout “They let me go because I showed look to the skies for leadership, for campus and many other perks. on their fellow students them that I bought the [parking hope. All the superheroes are too What would happen if Gordon pass]. I managed to tell them before busy to worry about the economic announced he was cutting his sal- they finished putting in the license Daily Titan catastrophe that is America these ary in half? If he was trading down JOHNNY LE / plate number. days, it seems – probably because from a home to a condo? If he was SABRINA PARK The line of cars parked outside elevators of the parking structures’ upper levels will make the same grueling journey back down when Parking Services insists they keep moving. That sort of saved me, I guess,” they are defending the world from raffling off some of his parking spots Daily Titan he said. some sort of super villain or masked for scholarship funds? campus—now. class, as I was not about to miss the I had originally anticipated to menace. I don’t know about you, but I When I think of the Cal State My wishful thinking got me a big, first quiz of my college career. write a story conveying my total With the lack of heroes it is up to would be a lot less furious at that Fullerton Parking Services, I im- dark blue truck with bright orange I decided that maybe it would frustration with Parking Services. our politicians to tell us things are email that seems to come at the be- going to be OK, that things are go- ginning of every semester telling me mediately obtain ownership of an lights and a nasty bark: honk! be okay to park in a timed spot. I Instead, I realized that I was ing to get better and we will once that I owe more money for tuition. extremely hot head. Unsuccessful. Each vehicle drove would just take my quiz, then run the one being unsympathetic and again be able to afford the nicer No, it wouldn’t solve all of our I can’t help but feel thoroughly away in a single file line, feeling des- out to move my car. I did exactly not giving them the benefit of the perate and discouraged. that. doubt. things in life – SUVs, caviar, cham- problems. It wouldn’t make a dent irritated when I see them driving pagne and the like. While I applaud in the proposed $500 million cut around, honking at people who are When campus security was no Still, I was being issued a parking While I’m still not a fan of the longer in sight, some returned to citation because I was exactly one relentless honking, and I definite- the efforts of our politicians (well, to CSU funding. But if our leaders desperately stalking anyone who their speechwriters—but let’s not are asking us to take on this burden, looks like they could be leaving. their original position in front of the minute late—negotiating was out of ly think they should cut us some elevator. the question. Great. slack once in a while, their job is dwell too much on that), it seems as shouldn’t they too be helping to They’re students too; honestly, though words can only do so much. carry the weight? where is the sympathy? Apparently, At this point, I started to fully Since then, I have maintained un- important—perhaps they should regret not leaving my house ear- enthusiastic feelings toward Parking receive a little bit more respect. I Where is leadership by example? Apply that to the whole na- Parking Services can only experience Where are the politicians that say, “I tion, all of our representatives in lier. Still, I was determined to get to Services. mean, they’re only doing their job. one emotion: insensitivity. know times are hard, but look, I am Congress and the House, all of They have no problem typing in making sacrifices too.” our governors and even the presi- the license plate numbers of cars Surprisingly, an example of this dent. Say they take a pay cut, how that are sure to receive newly print- leadership came from our very own would that make you feel? ed parking tickets, carefully placed Do you feel safe on campus? governor, Jerry Brown. It would make you feel like they onto their ill-fated windshields. Last Thursday when Brown vis- are leading by example, like they They don’t even seem to feel re- ited Los Angeles, he didn’t travel in are aware of the sacrifices needed morseful for honking at people wait- 10. I never got a C. college career after Virginia Tech and the usual way. There were no pri- to pull our country and our states ing in lines for hours so that some- 11. I never got a D. vowed never to enter a public facility vate jets, no entourages, no catered out of financial woes. It would one can come out of the elevator FLOR EDWARDS 12. I never got an F. after 9/11. meal of lobster tail and filet mignon. make them closer to the level of and give up their parking spot. Daily Titan 13. I never woke up in the middle of Looking back on my life, I can’t There was Southwest Airlines. Yes, the common man. It’s baffling, really, as I imagine the night with no teeth and bald. think of a moment when I ever felt that is right, the governor of our President Harry Truman said, that fellow students would feel bad Before I answered this question re- 14. I’ve never been mugged. safe. Since I grew up in a cult, I was state flew economy class from Sac- “You know what makes leadership? for prolonging the likelihood of an- garding the recent shooting in Arizona, 15. Nor held at gunpoint. pounded in the head with the fear ramento to Burbank – he even used It is the ability to get men to do other student having any chance of I had to think of all the things that have 16. I never woke up one day and of God (literally and figuratively), his senior citizen discount. what they don’t want to and like it.” finding parking. never happened to me that I should be realized that everyone I loved was gone. and for me what’s worse than the Cost to the taxpayers? $126. Not How do you get me to like pay- I remember one specific incident scared could ever happen to me: 17. I’ve never been hit by a bus. fear terrorists evoke is the fear God- millions of dollars. That is leading ing increased fees for my education? my first year at CSUF, in which I 1. I’ve never slipped on a banana 18. Or trapped in a cave. believers invoke when they tell you by example. That is making the How do you get the American peo- was running particularly late for peel while walking down the sidewalk 19. Or locked in an airplane bath- you’re a sinner and you’re not even same sacrifices politicians are con- ple to like cuts to government pro- class. and landed face down in a cow pie. room during turbulence. old enough to buy cigarettes. stantly asking of their constituents. grams and increased taxes? It seems The class was supposed to start 2. I’ve never jumped from an air- 20. I’ve never been told I wasn’t Come to think of it, any day I But is it enough? Absolutely not. impossible; it seems about as likely the day off with a quiz, clearly an plane only to realize my parachute good enough (by anyone but myself). could be swallowed up by an earth- It can only get better. as Glenn Beck liking whiteboards. unfortunate situation for me at the malfunctioned. 21. I’ve never been to jail. quake, washed away by a flash flood How? Well, let me provide you But if our leaders made similar time. 3. I’ve never been in a plane crash. 22. I’ve never been to prom. (not really, but one can dream) or with an easily accessible answer sacrifices to their own lifestyles, if As expected, I was unable to find 4. I’ve never crashed into a tree. The list goes on and on… poisoned by salmonella from eating a that can be applied throughout they had the courage to share the parking. 5. I’ve never had a one-night stand. Should I be scared that an act of ter- head of lettuce. government. burden with us – maybe, just may- The president of Cal State Fuller- be, it would get us to accept that I started out by waiting in a 6. I’ve never stood on a night stand. ror that happened hundreds of miles I don’t know if Franklin D. Roos- ton, Milton Gordon, makes around desperate times call for desperate line of five or six cars in front of 7. I’ve never been pregnant. away from me is going to become a evelt was right when he said, “We have $300,000 annually. This does not measures. 8. Never engaged. reality? If so, I should have lived un- nothing to fear, but fear itself.” the elevator, hoping seven people include the home he lives in, the Why? Cous I said so… would decide it was time to leave 9. I never graduated high school. der a rock after Columbine, quit my I have a whole list. Webcast funerals are dehumanizing

Technology allows and I can understand the essence for a newer way to of email in today’s fast-paced society equipped with deadlines, for impersonally interact, some reason I cannot comprehend even in times of grief the rise in popularity of broadcast funerals. Technology has made its way Funerals do not into every other aspect of our so- AMY LEADBETTER ciety, but intrusive electronics do Daily Titan only salute the dead, not have a place in funeral services. they liberate the liv- I recently attended my uncle’s The progression of technology ing. The comfort and funeral. and its dehumanizing effects have I can still see my cousins sitting hit an all-time low. intimacy of a human in the front row, holding hands as An article published last week touch, especially in they cried over the death of their in The New York Times titled, father, and next to them was his “For Funerals Too Far, Mourn- times of suffering and mother, clenching a drenched tis- ers Gather on the Web” by Lau- grief, is essential. sue in her hand. ra Holson, addressed the recent Before taking a seat everyone popularity of funerals broadcast went out of their way, with tearful online. eyes, to gently touch them, as if to Holson’s article informs the physically say what they verbally reader that this is seen as a bless- couldn’t. ing for those who live too far Even through the silence, an or who are unable to make it to overpowering feeling of sentiment the service. Hence, webcast consumed the room, acknowledg- funerals are seen as a conve- ing the reality of death. nience. With such hectic schedules, it All the technological advances have necessitated their way into must have been hard for a lot of our lives are now consumed with our everyday lives. these attendees to make it. (email, text, the Internet, social We have become reliant on But there is no doubt in my networks, etc.) began as conve- their expediency, which has con- mind that they were not regretful niences. sequently led to less face-to-face when they left the funeral home. Our culture has become so human interaction. Funerals do not only salute the complex that these “conveniences” A website dedicated to deliver- dead, they liberate the living. ing funeral broadcasts over the The comfort and intimacy of a Internet, MemorialWebcasts.com, human touch, especially in times has a corporate office located in of suffering and grief, is essential. Fullerton but assures they webcast The value of a funeral lies with- from any location worldwide. in being there to console and pay Fullerton’s memorial site has a respects. schedule posted of more than 40 The thought of funerals being funerals, some which have recent- broadcast desensitizes human life; ly passed, others that are upcom- it takes the humanitarian element ing. Few of these are “invite only,” out of every aspect a funeral is requiring a password, but most composed of. of them can be viewed by anyone It seems to me that virtual re- who happens to stumble upon ality is taking over reality itself. their site. A warm encounter cannot be felt There is a section on the web- through a 12-inch screen in cyber- site that goes in-depth about their space. pricing, making sure prospective Webcast funerals are just an- clients know that anything is pos- other way to assure people become sible. increasingly distant from one an- Any number of cameras, sub- other. titles, graphic designs, templates And while this phenomenon and even pre-recorded eulogies are may have its benefits, they are cer- a likely potential - at the mere cost tainly outweighed by the complete of an hourly fee. lack of regard to the fundamental There are many more websites essence of a funeral and the neces- like this. sity of human contact that requires While I get the craze of texting, the physical presence of mourners.

Reviews Detour reviews cult classics, exotic restaurants, must-have books and romantic jazz performances CSUF student brings back jazz with old hits Restaurant people want to see and when someone DTSHORTHAND can actually feel the music and be emo- JESSICA DRUCK tional with it, it’s the best feeling you Daily Titan can get.” CSUF Hosts Night Sultry and romantic jazz filled the The band is represented by 10 West room as classic love songs were per- Records, a label Chavez began on his for Schoiarship formed by Romeo Love Session dur- own after studying the business side of ing a special Valentine’s Day evening at the entertainment industry at CSUF Cal State Fullerton, New York Cantina Lounge Monday. and working with labels such as Alpha Theatre Intensives (NYTI) and The Covina-based band, which fo- Pup Records and Universal Music. the Hayakawa family will be cuses its music on performing hits by “I’m on my entrepreneurial way hosting “For Mai” Sunday, Feb. greats like Al Green, Bill Withers and starting up this record label and mak- 20, at 2 p.m. Van Morrison, got together in high ing this band,” Chavez said. “I worked The event is being hosted to school as three young guys with very in such a good program. I owe it to my raise money for the Mai Hay- different sounds. school to give back my good experience akawa Memorial Scholarship The group consists of Daniel and show them what I’ve learned.” Fund, which will provide CSUF Chavez, a business and entertainment The group wants to focus on the students the opportunity to tourism major on guitar, Brian Per- jazz, being heard instrumentally and study new play collaborations at ske, 22, the group’s saxophonist and without vocals, which makes the music NYTI’s Summer Conservatory in Alex Kchouri, 21, who contributed his their own. New York City. heavy rock background on the drums. It’s not very often three guys in their The fund was set up after the “We were acquaintances and we early 20s are playing jazz in bars, which death of CSUF theater alumna were different people, but we had one is what impressed a lot of audience Mai Hayakawa who was killed in thing in common,” said Kchouri. “We members like Lissett Mendez from a drunk driving accident in Au- could play well together.” Anaheim, who read about Cantina gust 2010. The band got together as Romeo Lounge’s Valentine’s Day performance The fundraiser will also be cel- Love Session late last November. They on a flier. ebrating Mai’s life and her work began bringing reggae, blues and a little “It’s very relaxing and something in the theater. It will be held in different,” said Mendez. “I am not re- the Campus Arena Theatre, and ARIANNE CUSTER / Daily Titan funk to the stage in December by performing some of their favorite songs, ally used to going out and hearing jazz, there is a suggested $20 donation Karma Cafe hosts a variety of Meditteranean food for patrons to try and is located less than a mile from the Fullerton campus. The so it’s something new. I liked it.” per person. restaurant is also a hookah lounge, allowing those who visit to get a feel of Morocco in Downtown Fullerton. like hits “PDA” by John Legend and the first song they ever played together, While the band is primarily focus- Brief by Anna Gleason “Moondance” by Van Morrison. ing on love songs performed by old “We’re instrumentalists; we’re musi- favorites, Chavez is working on writing cians,” said Chavez. “We’re not three some music of his own as well as work- Fullerton’s good Karma guys that barely picked up this thing, ing collectively with the group on their OC Music Awards we’re three guys that live and breathe own record. They currently practice chicken pita burger is more reasonable back discomfort. The ambiance is fas- Karma Café music.” about three times a week and plan to Latest Showcase at $7.50. Both the kabob meat and cinating and the service friendly. The Their passion for what they do have an EP out this summer with live chicken are tender and flavorful. Both lighting and decorations are colorful showed when they performed as they recordings. The OC Music Awards are one meals come with either rice or French yet soft, setting a nice relaxing mood. did Monday night. Romeo Love Ses- The group will also be using Can- step closer with their latest show- fries and are cooked perfectly. Families, friends and couples frequent sion has a great emotional connection tina Lounge as a launch into wedding case featured at downtown Ful- The restaurant has an extensive list this location. to their audience and setting. The band season. They hope to erase the idea of lerton’s Slidebar. of cold, hot and alcoholic drinks. A Besides its full menu of food and wants to give people more than just a failed musicians who can only get gigs Musicians will perform and be ARIANNE CUSTER small pot of Karma’s “dreamy” Moroc- drinks, Karma has over 60 flavors of show where musicians stand onstage at receptions. judged by a panel afterwhich fans Daily Titan can mint tea costs $4.99 and goes well tobacco to choose from in its hookah playing instruments to set the mood. “This band is going to be the are able to go online and vote for with all the dishes. It has a wonderful, lounge. Just across the room from the They want music appreciators to see best band to hire at your wedding,” their favorite artist of the night. Karma Cafe is a Mediterranean quality flavor and does not leave an eating area, groups of friends gather to how much they enjoy performing the Chavez said. For the full story go online to restaurant and hookah lounge with a after-taste as some teas do. A small pot smoke and chat. Surprisingly, the smell music they love. Catch Romeo Love Session per- DailyTitan.com Moroccan flair in Fullerton, less than a is enough to last a single person until and smoke from the hookah is not “It’s growth in loving the music,” forming every other Sunday dur- Brief by Anna Gleason half mile from Cal State Fullerton. On dessert. overwhelming. Chavez said of his evolution with his ing Cantina Lounge’s brunch or its website, the cafe boasts “amazing ex- Tap water, unfortunately, is not Karma Cafe is close to campus, lo- music and the group. “You just got to on Facebook at: Facebook.com/ otic food and drinks” and “an eclectic available due to a poor filtration system cated at 305 N. State College Blvd, play with your feelings. That’s what RomeoLoveSession. ambiance.” Some of this is very true, at the restaurant. So be prepared to buy Ste. B. Unfortunately, it is not in a busy some of it is not, depending on what a bottle of water for $1.99, especially if night-life area. Situated at the back of a you order. enjoying Karma’s baklava, “a sweet des- building perpendicular to the street, it’s Upon arrival, the restaurant pro- sert made of paper-thin layers of pastry, easy to miss. There is a brightly lit sign, vides a complimentary basket of pita chopped nuts and honey.” but the Korean BBQ business name bread with a sesame seed and oil dip Served as two slices, the baklava above it stands out more clearly. for the table. However, it tastes bland looks delectable. The dessert is cer- Karma is one of those places where and the pita hardens quickly as it cools. tainly sweet and has a nice flavor. It you would have to know you want to The server will bring out fresh pita if is also clearly chilled first and then go. You’re unlikely to be driving around requested. The Karma fries appetizer is microwaved. Besides the cold spots your favorite eateries and say, “Oh, let’s covered with a spicy sauce, feta cheese in this warm dish, the layers of pastry try that place tonight. It looks interest- and gyro meat. It’s an interesting com- are dense as though they have melted ing.” ONLINE EXCLUSIVES bo and fun to try but sounds slightly together and not as flaky and light as There are deals worth checking dailytitan.com/ more appealing than it tastes. expected. out at Karma. On the second Friday ocmusic The lamb kabob dish is one of the All in all, expect your bill to be of every month, Karma entertains its most expensive items at $16.99 but around $55 when ordering a couple of patrons with belly dancers from 7:30 comes with four side dishes and two drinks, an appetizer, two entrees, and p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Every Monday dipping sauces, all of which are amaz- a dessert. through Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. JESSICA DRUCK / Daily Titan ing in both taste and color. The spices Keep in mind that the tables are there is happy hour pricing for hookah Local band Romeo Love Session performed a special Valentine’s Day show at the Cantina Scan to view are distinct, but not overpowering. The very low and can cause some lower and mixed drinks. Lounge in Fullerton. The band performed classic love songs with a jazz twist.

Film Love & Other Drugs Film The Room

Maggie Murdock, played by Ha- you entertained. have a bad acting day. And Wiseau’s movie would have just been another thaway, and finds himself rather Johnny (Wiseau) is a San Francisco indefinable accent is the icing on the romance-gone-wrong type of movie. attracted to her matter-of-fact bank employee with a pretty good life. whole cake. But Wiseau has something unique and personality. He has a beautiful fiance Lisa (Juliette The rest of the actors aren’t anything fun with this movie. Although Maggie seems like an Danielle), a possibly mentally handi- superb, but at least there is some effort Furthermore, this movie manages uncomplicated person, there’s a capped college student named Denny put into their performances. to do one of the fundamentals of film- ARIANNE CUSTER reason why she meets Jamie at the RYAN LASKODI (Philip Haldiman) who he looks af- Other problems include lack of con- making, and that is to tell stories. It Daily Titan doctor’s office; it’s that reason why Daily Titan ter, and best bro Mark (Greg Sestero). sistency. One character brings up a plot does its job of setting up the plot and she doesn’t want anyone becoming What more could a guy want? point and this point is never referred to establishing the personality of the char- If you’re looking to stay in for too involved her life. Look at any list of the worst mov- However, things aren’t all perfect. again in the whole movie. One characters. the night with your significant At first this seems like a win- ies of all time and one movie that will Lisa has fallen out of love with Johnny acter is introduced, something hap- There are so many memorable other, Love & Other Drugs may be win situation for the couple. Jai- probably be there is writer, director, and has started having an affair with pens to him and he is never brought scenes in this movie. The flower shop the movie for you. Only make sure me has never been one to want a producer and actor Tommy Wiseau’s Mark. Will Johnny find out about up again. scene, all the stuff that takes place on that it is just the two of you and committed relationship either, but 2003 cult classic The Room. Called the affair? Will he and Lisa end up to- Editing is also a problem. At the end the rooftop, the football scenes, the in- whoever you live with is tucked they discover there’s more to their “the Citizen Kane of bad movies” by gether? of many scenes, before a transition to famous “You are tearing me apart Lisa” into bed and sound asleep. love affair: a chance to have a true one critic, The Room has gone on to be What makes The Room such a great a new scene, it cuts to footage of San scene. Why? Well, there is going to friendship, a chance to learn more loved by many because of its badness. movie is Wiseau. He is the best part of Fransisco. This happens a lot toward The Room is definitely a must see be a lot of nudity in this movie - about themselves and each other. But is the film really as bad as its repu- the whole movie. His acting is so bad the end of the movie. for any lovers of bad film-making. Is the kind that might put you “in This romantic comedy is rated tation says? it’s enjoyable. In every scene he is in, it’s There are also some of the most it flawed? Yes, but it’s very entertain- the mood,” or be slightly embar- R for strong sexual content, nu- It’s a very flawed movie, but it’s a almost as if he is not even trying. Even non-erotic sex scenes in any movie. ing and at least manages to get its story rassing to watch with your room- dity, pervasive language and some very fun bad movie. There are bad in the scenes where he is supposed to And yet, these flaws don’t nega- across. mates, parents or children. Jake drug material. Love & Other Drugs movies that are just horrible and a be angry, it just comes off as hilarious. tively affect the movie in any way but A word of warning though - Pos- Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway makes up for its risque rating with waste of time, but The Room is that spe- It’s the kind of acting performance you rather add to the movie’s charm. Had sible side effects may include the urge show off a significant amount of its ability to broach a serious sub- cial type of bad that manages to keep show to friends who are in drama and all of these problems been fixed, the to talk like Tommy Wiseau. skin throughout the entire movie ject, yet keep viewers interested in some very hot sex scenes. in the movie with the characters’ Other than that, some might hysterical antics and intriguing ook evere ercy say it’s your basic storyline. Boy personalities. B A S M meets Girl. Boy can’t resist Girl. The 112-minute movie utilizes Boy pursues Girl. Boy finds out some familiar and favorite actors. should have a copy of this book. Young, in love and living in more receptive and open to the ex- how incredible, yet broken Girl Besides heartthrob Gyllenhaal and The story is about two people Oxford, Vance and Davy are two istence of God and helps them on is. Girl finds out the same is true sweetheart Hathaway, expect to SARAH FERNANDEZ who are non-believers of God, intellectuals who become curi- their spiritual journey. The com- about Boy, just in different ways. see the following funny people: Daily Titan who eventually become believ- ous about the idea of God and his munication between Vance and Boy and Girl try to decide if their Oliver Platt, Hank Azaria, Judy ers in love, who eventually realize existence. Their curiosity begins Lewis inevitably brings the couple love is strong enough to keep them Greer, George Segal, Jill Clay- their love cannot be a “perpetual innocently enough by attending and the Oxford don together as together. burgh and Josh Gad. springtime.” Christian group meetings they be- friends and finally Christians who What makes Love & Other Love & Other Drugs was re- Based on a true story, the young lieve will reinforce their non-belief work together to help others find Drugs different is that when you’re leased Nov. 24, 2010, and will be We have all heard the typical couple, Davy and Vance, meet in a in a higher being. their way to God. not distracted by all the flesh, available for purchase or rental on love story plot. very unexpected way and eventu- During this period, Vance devel- Unfortunately, just as the cou- you’re engaged in the seriousness March 1. The movie received three Boy meets girl. Girl meets boy. ally fall in love. It is amazing to ops a correspondence with famous ple finally settles into a comfort- of the storyline or laughing hyster- award nominations. The most They fall in love. They have prob- read about this couple’s story and writer C.S. Lewis, an Oxford don able life with each other and God, ically at well-placed comic relief. prestigious of these was Golden lems. Happy ending. It all sounds the journey they embark on to- who also participates in the Chris- a severe mercy occurs; severe in Gyllenhaal plays Jamie Randall, Globe nominations for Best Per- pretty much the same. gether to face the challenges that tian groups. There is actual cor- the depth of the tragedy, merciful the kind of guy that can charm formance by an Actor/Actress in a There are very few romance come along the way. respondence in the book between in its ability to correct a life that the panties off a girl in mere mo- Motion Picture for Gyllenhaal and novels out there that have a good Davy and Vance’s love for each Lewis and Vance. They become was selfish and destructive. ments. Hathaway. storyline and good character de- other is so strong that they eventu- good friends with Lewis while in The book reveals the impor- However, after losing his job for Although this movie may be velopment. ally refer to it as the “shining bar- Oxford, England. The book con- tance of God and the understand- the umpteenth time, Jaime puts uncomfortable for some audiences One book that accomplishes rier.” They called it this because tains 18 actual letters from Lewis ing that we cannot live for our- his charming tactics toward more to watch, Love & Other Drugs has this is A Severe Mercy by Sheldon after a while they did not want to Vance and vice versa. selves at the exclusion of others suitable endeavors as a pharma- well-conceived content and the Vanauken. It is truly one of the anything (friends, children or even Lewis has a very important role outside our comfort zone, and ceutical salesman. During one of ability to execute it through dia- most inspiring love stories of our God) entering or breaching their in the book because he is the one that barriers can often be a danger his sales pitch moments he meets logue and acting. generation. Every young couple love. that really encourages them to be to us in the end.

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JONATHAN GIBBY / Daily Titan Lexxi Foxxx (left), Michael Starr (middle), and Satchel (right) play for a packed crowd wanting a taste of the ‘80s at the House of Blues in Hollywood.

Heavy metal makes a comeback JONATHAN GIBBY / Daily Titan Steel Panther is the ‘80s personified with a larger-than-life stageshow and heavy metal attitude Lead singer Michael Starr gets the crowd to sing along during their set. Along with original songs, Steel Panther plays covers of some of the best songs of the ’80s. be ignored. This is heavy metal people, there’s no down on groupies really isn’t cheating Even if heavy metal isn’t your cup time for prudes or respectable women! because he isn’t having sex, or “Turn ANNA GLEASON of tea, everyone needs to experience at Metal is about sex! Anonymous, crazy, Out the Lights,” which is about a girl Daily Titan least one Steel Panther show in their coked out, lights on, Lycra-ripping sex! so ugly it needs to be pitch black for lives. The ‘80s were all about having The best part about their show is the him to do anything sexual with her, are The ‘80s have been reborn on the fun, listening to metal and getting laid, fact that they get girls onstage that pull ridiculously hilarious. Sunset Strip in Hollywood with heavy and no one gets that message across the, “Oh my God, I would never flash!” Their lyrics are literal; they say what metal band Steel Panther. better than these four. From the mo- But with just a few choice words, they every ‘80s metal band was saying, only Teased and hair-sprayed hair? ment the curtain goes up, hysterical can get any girl to do pretty much any- they don’t sugarcoat them. Instead of Check. Leopard spandex pants? chaos ensues. thing they want on that stage, just like using innuendos, they just come out Check. Bad-ass guitar solos? Check. Their set begins with an ‘80s cover, in the ‘80s! and say that they want to get laid or Girls onstage flashing the crowd just to usually of the Motely Crue variety, with However, for many bands trying to they want to screw that hot girl in the be able to say they did? Big check! Starr effortlessly belting out those high recapture the ‘80s, the experience of crowd. For those of us who miss the days notes heavy metal singers are famous seeing them play leaves much to be de- So if you’re craving something out of Bon Jovi, Def Leppard and Motley for. After a few songs, the debauchery sired, but not here. Not only does Steel of the ordinary, or you just want an Crue, we need look no further. Steel begins. Panther have an incredible stage pres- excuse to listen to some good music, Panther brings the best of the ‘80s back All metal fans know the first rule of ence, they are actually extremely good bust out those leggings, tease up your to us every week. Every Monday, the a show: Hot girls always stand at the musicians, not to mention effortlessly hair until you create your own hole in band plays at the House of Blues in front of the stage! Why? Because, it’s hilarious. the ozone layer and get ready to rock, Craving more Scan to view Hollywood to a packed house, never easier for the band to get them to come They released their first album Feel because metal is making a no-apologies ONLINE metal and teased failing to create an atmosphere as if up and flash. Steel Panther is no dif- the Steel in Sept. 2009, bringing a tear comeback every Monday at 11 p.m. EXCLUSIVES hair? Then take you’ve gone back in time to a world of ferent. to the eyes of metal fans everywhere. Rock on! dailytitan.com/steel-panther a look at the really bad perms and really good music. In fact, they have two rules for any Not only are the songs bad-ass metal For more on Steel Panther, visit their outrageous inter- Made up of Michal Starr (lead vo- girl that comes up onstage: Show your songs and bad-ass metal ballads, they official website at SteelPantherRocks. view with heavy cals), Satchel (lead guitar), Lexxi Foxxx tits, or make out with another girl. If are hilarious. com, and for more things Steel Pan- metal band Steel (bass) and Stix Zadinia (drums), Steel for some reason the rules aren’t fol- Songs like “Eatin’ Ain’t Cheatin’,” ther, check out the exclusive interview Panther. Panther is heavy metal force that can’t lowed, the girl gets kicked off the stage. in which Starr sings about how going with the band at DailyTitan.com.

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http://www.dailysudoku.com/ dailytitan.com February 16, 2011 8 SPORTS DTSHORTHAND Wrestlers Take Maloof Money up for tricksters Two Over Beavers Online video skate The Cal State Fullerton wrestling team lost to Oregon State in a dual contest sweeps nation Pac-10 match, 36-9, on Sunday, for a chance to win Feb. 13. handsome cash prizes The only victories for the evening were from seniors Andre Gon- zalez and Todd Noel. Gonzalez won by way of pin SABRINA PARK in 55 seconds for the 125-pound Daily Titan bout. Noel won in a 3-1 decision at 184 pounds. If you have ever heard of the Maloof This match was the final match Money Cup, this may be of great inter- of the regular season, and the Titans est to you. will be entering the Pac-10 Cham- Good news for all Cal State Fuller- pionships in Corvallis, Oregon on ton shredders: In an effort to give col- Feb. 27. lege skaters a chance to showcase their Brief by William Chen talent, Maloof Skateboarding and the Digital College Network (DCNLive. Women’s Golf 12th com) are collaborating to organize an event in which students can submit an at the Gold Rush online skate video of themselves in a At the conclusion of the Gold chance to win $10,000 in cash, prizes Rush Tournament at the Yorba and recognition as the nation’s top col- Linda Country Club, junior Kath- lege skateboarder. ryn New of the Cal State Fullerton The competition began on Jan. 12 women’s golf team was the Titan and will continue until Feb. 23. All leader who scored 243 overall, 27 student skaters interested in participat- over par. ing should send video footage of their Courtesy of Maloof Money Cup CSUF took 12th overall in the longest lines to the Digital College Billy Marks does a frontside crooked slide at the Maloof Money Cup 2010. The Maloof U Skate Madness competition encourages skaters to submit their best skate videos until Feb. 23. tournament. Network website at DCNLive.com/ New placed highest for the Ti- Maloof_u. diate chance of being sponsored by any The event will also be covered by tans, tied for 33rd, totaling 243 Once all videos have been submit- major skate companies, the exposure DCNLive, where footage from the over the three rounds. ted, footage from the best 64 com- could be extremely beneficial. contest, interviews with finalists and Sophomore Deidre Crabtree petitors will be available on the DCN’s Devin McCloskey, Limelight PR for the announcement of the winner will scored 245 overall. Crabtree was website and rated by its members. The Maloof Skateboarding, confirmed that be broadcast. 13 over par at the end of the first members will choose 16 of their favor- professional skateboarders will not be “I think many would sign up because 36 holes of the tournament. 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“We tried to force the ball a lot,” said Titan Head Coach Kyle Mor- rison. The Titans weren’t able to put together anything on offense, going 15 minutes without scoring a goal. Going into halftime down 7-2, Morrison stressed the need to focus on the fundamentals and run the offense in order for the team to get back in the game. An impassioned speech from senior middie JR Grubert echoed across the field as the Titans came out of the half fired up. Before taking the field for the start of the third quarter the team huddled up and yelled, “Believe.” Early in the third quarter, it didn’t look like belief would be enough as UCLA scored a quick goal and again took advantage of CSUF penalties by scoring another goal with the Titans down two men. At the midway point of the third quarter it looked like the momen- tum began to shift for the Titans as senior middie Adam Levoy scored their first goal of the half. UCLA answered right back with a goal of their own, but CSUF was able to string together three straight goals, including one by sophomore midfielder Michael Ballantyne that caused the Titan sideline to erupt with cheers. Communication, fewer penalties and Hauke’s domination of the faceoffs played a key role in the Titans’ comeback attempt. But the late surge wasn’t enough. “Overall we just made too many mistakes today,” said Justin Kap- peler, a junior goalkeeper. UCLA scored three more times JONATHAN GIBBY / Daily Titan in the fourth quarter and late goals Titan junior midfielder Adam Noel runs upfield with the ball to take a shot on goal. by Hauke and freshman middie Jeff Lyon were simply cosmetic. After their road trip the Titans The Titans’ two home games this The loss dropped the Division return home for a three-game set season have attracted about 40 spec- II Titans to 1-1 starting with a tators, mostly made up of players’ overall, splitting the “We are just as a part game against friends and families. back-to-back games of the community as long-time When asked what message he against Div. I oppo- rival Long wanted to send out to the CSUF nents. everyone else. Just Beach State students, Morrison said, “We are “We want to work come give us a shot.” Saturday, Feb. just as a part of the community as on possessing the 26, at 2 p.m. everyone else. Just come give us a ball more and - Kyle Morrison Long Beach is shot.” communica- Titan Head Coach currently 2-0 Friday the Titans are on the road tion on both of- and coming facing off against Utah Valley at fense and defense,” Kappeler said off a 30-0 win 4:30 p.m. and Westminster in Hen- after the game. against Marymount College. derson, Nev.