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Fatter chance with close fast food (UWIRE) – A fast-food restau- town rant being in close proximity to a high school increases the obesity rate among its freshmen, according to a recent study by UC Berke- ley economists and a Columbia University researcher. The study, released in January, found that freshmen who attend high school a tenth of a mile from a fast-food restaurant have an obesity rate at least 5.2 percent higher than other freshmen. Additionally, there was “no dis- cernible effect” on obesity for high schools with fast-food restaurants within a quarter mile or half mile, or with non-fast-food restaurants nearby. “What we found was basically that only very close fast-food places matter,” said Vikram Pathania, a researcher in the study who recently received his doctorate from UC Berkeley. “(And) if it’s not a fast-food restaurant then it does not lead to a spike in obesity.” The study looked at data from three million California public school freshmen, who are all re- quired to take a fitness test in the spring. The study also found that preg- nant mothers who live within a half mile of fast food outlets have a 2.5 percent increased chance of gaining 44 pounds or more. Pathania said this discovery can be used to argue for stricter regula- tion of fast-food locations. “He chose Orange County,” By jessica terrell and luis delgadillo Veronica Kelley, a Cal State Ful- Daily Titan Editors lerton Child, Family and Commu- ‘Electronic Supersonic’ [email protected] nity Services professor said. “That’s amazing for a president to come out here this early in his presidency The crumbling economy and education cuts were the biggest concerns on the minds to talk to us.” of Orange County college students who had camped out overnight to earn a seat at See TOWN HALL, Page 4 President Barack Obama’s town hall event in Costa Mesa Wednesday. Photo By ian hamilton For the Daily Titan Despite the severity of the issues that audience members were hoping Obama would address, President Barack Obama waves as he The mock synth-pop-star, deplanes Air Force One at Long Beach Zlad, will keep you entertained most seemed near-giddy at the chance to see America’s 44th president in the flesh. Airport Wednesday. while he mumbles his way through an over-the-top song with a thick acccent. Hailing from the also fictional country of Molvania, keep an eye out for Zlad’s other hits. Professors debate depression vs. recession CSUF experts estimate then, in terms of stock market de- “Both started with stock market Interest rates at the time were also If the United States’ banks were to WEATHER cline. And unemployment rates are decline, but the reasons why mar- much higher than now, allowing the go under, the entire global economy when the economy will also increasing but are nowhere near kets crashed is a little bit different,” government to manipulate them in would be impacted for the worse, hit rock bottom what they were in the 1930s.” Puri said. “The problem we have on order to subside the effects of eco- Puri said. TODAY TOMorrow There are different ways of measur- our hands is from this credit bubble nomic downturn. Now interest rates “Many people argue that (this cri- By Sarah De Mers ing what is happening in the econo- that for the last ten or fifteen years, are so low it is difficult to use it for sis) is more of a global phenomenon Daily Titan Staff Writer my, Puri pointed out, including the everybody all over the world, and es- economic advantage. than before, but if you look back in [email protected] stock market, unemployment rates, pecially the United States, have been According to Jared Rubin, CSUF history, the Great Depression was output and gross domestic product borrowing too much, that we have economics professor, this makes just as global,” Lane said. Whether or not Americans are growth. All these move somewhat lost restrictions on credit.” banks a top priority for the govern- One of the major differences High: 75 High: 71 suffering through a recession or a separately, which complicates mea- According to CSUF American ment. between the 1930s and now is the Low: 55 Low: 52 depression is the question that econ- suring exactly how bad the crisis is. Studies Professor Carrie Lane, the “If one or two big banks falter, the amount of government involvement and activity, Puri said. PARTLY CLOUDY PARTLY CLOUDY omists like Cal State Fullerton’s Anil Unemployment rates reached 25 economic crisis of the 1930s consist- negative effect in capital markets will Puri, dean of Business and Econom- percent during the Depression, while ed of several depressions, beginning cause insolvency for some banks that “Obama is spending a whole lot of ics, are trying to answer. the current unemployment rate is with the Mississippi flood, followed have been fiscally prudent and are money to increase borrowing, which CONTACT US “The single most important issue only at 8.1 percent, according to the by the stock market crash and then currently solvent,” Rubin said. has lowered interest rates,” Puri said. “Money is freely available to increase Main line: (714) 278-3373 right now is, are we getting close to Bureau of Statistics. This leaves some the Dustbowl. The fall of Lehman Brothers and consumption and demand.” News desk: (714) 278-4415 the bottom?” Puri said. “In some room before we hit “bottom” and “Both crisis’ show how much our other financial firms is very similar While money is available for in Advertising: (714) 278-4411 ways (this recession) is comparable experience the same depth of crisis economy is dependent upon credit,” to the bank situation from 1931 to E-mail: [email protected] to the 1930s. (It) is the worst since as the Depression. Lane said. 1933, Rubin said. See RECESSION, Page 2 2 Page Two March 19, 2009 IN OTHER NEWS ‘Stepping up and doing the right thing’ INTERNATIONAL In Iraq, a boy named ‘War’ turns 6 AIG’s CEO said he’s asked employees to give some bonuses back and return at least half of the money

BAGHDAD (MCT) – Iman Kadhim felt the contractions at 2 a.m. on (MCT) – The head of theA meri- ability to pay taxpayers back quick- March 20, 2003. The streets of Baghdad were deserted; people cowered in can International Group told Con- ly and completely, and the only way their homes awaiting the threatened U.S. invasion. But the baby wasn’t go- gress on Wednesday that he’s asked to avoid a shock to the economy ing to wait. employees who received $165 mil- that the U.S. government’s help was A neighbor with a car gave Kadhim and her husband a ride to the hospital lion in bonuses to “step up and do meant to relieve.” from their southern Baghdad neighborhood. the right thing” and voluntarily give Liddy said that if he’d been in Nothing was easy that night. Kadhim heard the baby’s first cry before back at least half of their rewards. charge of AIG when the retention dawn and held him in her arms. Then they heard the first explosions that Edward Liddy, AIG’s chairman contracts first came up, he would heralded the arrival of the U.S. military. and chief executive officer, told a have opposed them. She named him Harb, Arabic for “war.” His full name, Harb Zaid, trans- House Financial Services subcom- “But we concluded that the risk lates as Zaid’s War. mittee that, earlier in the day, he to the company, and therefore the Neighbors joked that the child named War would only bring damar, or requested that AIG employees who financial system and the economy, destruction. She worried about him, the boy with a difficult name and an received retention bonuses of more were unacceptably high,” he said. uncertain future. than $100,000 return at least half Liddy acknowledged that mis- “I was scared. We didn’t know how our life would go forward,” she said in of the money. takes “were made at AIG on a scale her small home in New Baghdad. “We didn’t know the future.” “Some have already stepped for- few could have ever imagined pos- The tension has eased a little, however. The family has taken to calling the ward and offered to give up 100 sible.” little boy with black eyes and a shy demeanor Taqawi, a nickname that has percent of their payments,” Liddy “The most critical of those mis- said. “We will work toward the no burdensome meaning. It has no meaning at all, really. takes was that the company strayed highest level of employee participa- photo courtesy of MCT from its core competencies in the tion in this effort in the days ahead, insurance business,” he said. and will keep the Congress and the Edward Liddy, chairman and CEO of the American International Group (AIG), testifies during NATIONAL a House Financial Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, March 18 in Liddy’s testimony did little to American people informed of our Washington, D.C. Discovery heads to International Space Station progress.” soothe lawmakers. Nevertheless, public indigna- tax such bonuses at a 90 percent Although AIG has managed to Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., the FLORIDA (MCT) – It was a long time coming, but space shuttle Discov- tion about AIG’s bonuses raged rate. unwind more than $1 trillion from chairman of the House Financial ery finally blasted its crew of seven into a cloudless Sunday evening sky— the unabated Wednesday throughout Liddy’s testimony was a mixture its troubled financial portfolio, a Services Committee, demanded the first orbiter flight of 2009 to the International Space Station. Washington, as President Barack of contrition and confidence.W hile problematic $1.6 trillion portfolio names of AIG employees who got Its mission: to provide more electricity to the orbiting lab. Obama called for more power to deploring the bonuses, he said he remains and “continues to contain bonuses and threatened to use sub- A month behind schedule, the mission has been delayed four times by oversee financial firms such as AIG. thought that paying them was cor- substantial risk,” Liddy said. poena power to get them. fragile valves inside the shuttle’s propulsion system. Then a hydrogen gas leak He also voiced confidence in his rect, to avoid a financial disaster at “To prevent undue risk exposure Liddy said he was reluctant to scrubbed Discovery’s first launch attempt lastW ednesday. embattled treasury secretary, Timo- AIG that could further damage the in the meantime, AIG has made a produce the names because the But Sunday there were no signs of leaking gas, no hardware issues. Even thy Geithner, who’s facing mount- American economy. set of retention payments to em- company had been receiving death Florida’s fickle weather was perfect. ing criticism for his failures to block He said he understood the pub- ployees based on a compensation threats. Delays did shorten the mission by a day to 13 days, and one of four space- AIG’s bonuses and on other finan- lic furor over a company that had system that prior management put The bonuses that AIG awarded walks was dropped. Discovery’s crew, which includes two school teachers, cial fronts. received $170 billion in taxpayer in place at the end of ‘07 and the last week were paid to 418 employ- should reach the international space station Tuesday. They are commanded In addition, Congress moved bailout money shelling out $165 beginning of 2008.” ees and included $33.6 million for by Air Force Col. Lee Archambault. speedily to try to take back AIG’s million for bonuses to the execu- “I’m trying desperately to pre- 52 people who’ve left the firm, ac- bonuses through legislation. The tives who drove the firm into virtual vent an uncontrolled collapse of cording to the office of Andrew House of Representatives plans to insolvency, but that he still consid- that business,” Liddy added. “This Cuomo, New York state’s attorney STATE vote Thursday on a bill that would ered the payments necessary. is the only way to improve AIG’s general. Nature Conservancy works to restore salmon run

SACRAMENTO (MCT) – The NatureC onservancy has bought ranchland near Mount Shasta to repair a cow-ravaged tributary of Shasta River, histori- ‘Breadwinning’ women earn scholarships cally one of the most productive salmon streams in California. Restoring Big Springs Creek could be “a silver bullet” in reviving runs of By erika ceballos The Soroptimists, which started The Women’s Center, located in The third $250 scholarship was salmon, steelhead and other fish throughout the Klamath Basin, said Henry For the Daily Titan in 1956, are involved in providing UH-205, focuses on looking at gen- awarded to Jegatha Raju in recogni- Little, project director for the conservancy in California. [email protected] services to the community. der issues in order to help both male tion of her essay. The conservation organization bought all but 407 acres of the 4,543- acre Women’s Opportunity Award Each year they give out The and female college students sustain Applications for the scholarship Shasta Big Springs Ranch in Siskiyou County, Calif., according to an an- scholarships were presented to three Women’s Opportunity Award, rec- good relationships in their lives. were submitted at the end of 2008. nouncement. Cal State University students Mon- ognizing commendable women Catherine VanRiette, director A total of 17 applications were sub- The conservancy has been eyeing the creek for decades because of its poten- day at a luncheon at the Anaheim seeking to improve their future, of the Adult Reentry Center, helps mitted. tial to provide ideal spawning grounds year-round, said Peter Moyle, a Univer- Park Hotel in recognition of their while being the primary breadwin- spread awareness of the Women’s When asked why three awards sity of California Davis professor of fish biology. efforts as women striving for a bet- ners in their families. Opportunity Award to members of were given this year, Cortes-Valle “It has got everything a salmon could want: a year-round cold water supply, ter future despite the obstacles that “She seemed to be pulling ahead the Adult Reentry program, since said, “Three of the essays were so steady flows and incredible amounts of food,” Moyle said. life has thrown them. the hardest as a student and a moth- many of the students she works with well written, they merited recogni- The creek is fed by the only glaciers in the continental United States known The luncheon was hosted by the er,” Cpl. Iris Cortes-Valle, crime are older, have been out of school tion.” to be growing in the face of global warming. Soroptimist International of Ful- prevention corporal for the Univer- for a few years, have families and Applications are available every lerton, a club that operates on a sity Police and Soroptimist member, endure financial hardships, she said. year in October and November. Re- not-for-profit basis. Every year the said of Perez’s essay. VanRiette said the award recipi- quirements for the scholarship are: For the Record Women’s Opportunity Award offers Another recipient of the award, ents “have an amazing ability to be Must be a working student and a a $1,000 scholarship. The scholar- Jaelyne Jacsen, received a $250 able to navigate their way through mother that is head of the house- It is the policy of the Daily Titan to correct any inaccurate informa- ship is presented by Soroptimist scholarship in recognition of the es- the process of managing their needs hold. In addition, an application tion printed in the publication as soon as the error is discovered. Any club members and is funded by do- say she submitted. for their families, getting their edu- must be completed with an essay incorrect information printed on the front page will result in a correction nations received from fundraising “I was overwhelmed, it wasn’t cation, (and) having a job.” that explains why one deserves to be printed on the front page. Any incorrect information printed on any events held by the club throughout about the money,” Jacsen said. “The In addition to receiving the the recipient of the award. other page will be corrected on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will the year. awards mean so much more to me.” Women’s Opportunity Award, Jac- “I felt so proud to be able to com- be corrected on that page. Corrections also will be noted on the online Joanne L. Perez was the leading She heard of the scholarship sen received four other awards – an mend these women for their efforts, version of the Daily Titan. recipient, taking home the $1,000 through the Women’s Center and award from the U.S. House of Rep- they work so hard to better their Please contact executive editor Jessica Terrell at 714-278-5815 or at scholarship for submitting her said it was the first scholarship she resentatives, the State Senate, Or- lives, it’s important to recognize [email protected] with issues about this policy or to report any unique story of struggle. had ever received. ange County and the mayor’s office. that,” Cortes-Valle said. errors. Daily Titan recession: ‘the hidden depression’ From Page 1 we find new ways to meet customer’s

Editorial needs, new ways to deliver value,” Two of my students didn’t do their finals

Benedicktus said. “The only way to Executive Editor Jessica Terrell While money is available for increased consumption, businesses are get out of (the crisis) is for small busi- last semester, because their houses were being Managing Editor Michal Olszewski “ “ Editorial Director Austen Montero using less traditional tactics to draw in ness owners and entrepreneurs to step foreclosed. News Director Luis Delgadillo consumers. up and say ‘What are we going to do Asst. News Editor Jesica Eastman “What a lot of businesses are doing, to create jobs?’” – Elaine Lewinnek Asst. News Editor Eui-jo Marquez they’re not marketing as much, they’re People shouldn’t expect answers to American Studies professor Asst. News Editor Sean Belk dropping prices. Customers can expect come quick, or look for a fairy tale so- Features Editor Muey Saephanh deals left and right,” said Economics lution in the past. Features Editor Christee Lemons professor, Ray Benedicktus III. The idea that theD epression began whole to turn and ask the question of den for those of us who are privileged Asst. Features Editor Brittney Lange in 1929 and was somehow solved in what can we do as a society to improve like we are. Those who are affected the Sports Editor Crysania Salcido Customers need to look for deals and negotiate, Benedicktus said. And 1935 is inaccurate, American Stud- situations. most are the cleaning lady, the garden- Detour Editor Skyler Blair “It’s in a moment like this you have ers and the automobile industry, first Detour Editor Jackie Connor businesses evolve. ies professor Elaine Lewinnek said. Copy Chief Amy Dempsey “When things get tight, the entre- Lewinnek pointed out it wasn’t until a real chance to have your voice heard, generation home buyers and anyone Copy Editor Jessica Cartie preneurial spirit of America becomes World War II that America emerged to make real social change,” Lane said. working in the service industry.” Photo Editor Daniel Suzuki more evident and more important. from financial misery. “Now is the time to ask what is wrong And the depression has hit much Editor’s Assistant Isa Ghani Small businesses become very inno- Lane said one solution to the eco- with our society that allowed us to get closer to home as well, Lewinnek Adviser Ricardo Chavira vative, we refocus on new products, nomic woes is for the country as a to this point?” said. Regardless of how our society got “Two of my students didn’t do their Main Line (714) 278-3373 Editorial Fax (714) 278-4473 to this point, the focus has shifted to finals last semester, because their hous- News Line (714) 278-4415 E-mail: [email protected] developing solutions. es were being foreclosed,” she said. Advertising It’s easy to ignore what’s going on Not knowing what’s going on is not when the depression is hidden from an excuse. Director of Advertising Sarah Oak everyday life. “People didn’t know about it be- Production Assistant Chris Ullyott Production Assistant Mandi Braga “I think this is a hidden Depres- cause they’re not asking,” Lewinnek National Sales & Promotion Kassia Azimioara sion,” Lewinneck said. “At least hid- said. Classified Manager Kiran Kazalbash Account Executive Liz Hernandez Account Executive Dante Galan Account Executive Andrew St. Pierre Account Executive Katie Hennessey Account Executive David Ahn Account Executive Adrian Gaitan Distribution Santana Ramos Business Manager/Adviser Robert Sage Main Line (714) 278-3373 Advertising Fax (714) 278-2702 Advertising (714) 278-4411 E-mail: [email protected] The Daily Titan is a student publication, printed every Monday through Thursday. The Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, College of Communications, CSUF administration and the CSUF System. The Daily Titan has functioned as a public forum since inception. Unless implied by the advertising party or otherwise stated, advertising in the Daily Titan is inserted by commercial activities or ventures identified in the advertisements themselves and not by the university. Such printing is not to be construed as written or implied sponsorship, endorsement or investigation of such commercial enterprises. The Daily Titan allocates one issue to each student for free. Copyright ©2006 Daily Titan March 19, 2009 Features 3 Penny pinching ideas to do around town

Photo By BRUCE CHAMBERS/MCT The Getty Center in Los Angeles has experienced problems handling an overflow of visitors. In the first few weeks of their opening there were over 100,000 visitors who arrived without reservations. The $1 billion dollar art museum, which spans 24 acres and overlooks snowy mountains along with the Pacific Ocean, was constructed from a trust founded by the late oil baron J. Paul Getty. Los Angeles County By Lauren Worsley/Daily Titan Staff Photographer Associated Students, Inc. hosts free events in the Titan Student Union every week. Events range from karoke, concerts, open mic sessions By Tara Ajike many activities in the Downtown “With things running tight on and free movie viewings. Visit www.asi.fullerton.edu for more details for upcoming events. For the Daily Titan area that has its perks in being in- the economy I would like to spend [email protected] expensive to the public and the stu- (no money) or $5 at the most when dents of Cal State Fullerton. I go out,” Joshua Porter, 19, anima- Come and explore one of the If you are searching for inex- tion major, said. icons of Los Angeles, Griffith Ob- pensive or maybe even free activity In visiting the Hammer Muse- to do out in the Los Angeles area, servatory. Special features include um you will be able to experience Orange County tours of the exhibit of Hall of the unique expression of culture and these five attractions will not burn a Eye, Hall of the Sky, Central Ro- hole in your wallet. society within showcased art selec- By Janelly Marquez academy awards? Get a chance to see with its breath-taking beauty, offers Devin Smith, a poet of the tunda and many more. Each ex- tions. The museum is open every- hibit was built and is maintained by day except Mondays. The entrance For the Daily Titan what all the fuss is about March 26. many free things such as The Great Da’Poetry Lounge said, “We have [email protected] The showings begin at 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Park Balloon which is one of the a place where young people can ex- charitable donations and contribu- is free for students with a valid ID and 10 p.m. in the Titan Theater. first major attractions at the Orange press themselves and its free.” tions. and free every Thursday to the pub- Over-priced food at local markets, Sometimes a change of scenery County Great Park. There is a 1,347 Enjoy a night in a carefree en- All exhibits display views of star, lic. gas prices surging and sky high prices and escape from the hustle and bustle acre public space on the site of the for- vironment with people who are sky and astronomical observations. Mohammad Shaikh, 22, Biology The observatory is open six days major said he would only spend on movie tickets; everything seems to that accumulates mer El Toro Marine open-minded and free to express a week, but closed Mondays and is “$10 max or not go out at all.” be on the rise these days along with the on campus can be Corps Air Station themselves honestly. completely free. The Los Angeles Zoo and Bo- unemployment rate. It is hard to turn nice. ... I don’t have to in Orange County Da’Poetry Lounge is located at Being a student has its rough tanical Gardens is cheap and worth on the TV and not hear about how the If that’s the case, where passengers the Greenway Court Theater on bust my wallet and times with finding cheap activi- the trip to visit. The entrance fee is over-stretched dollar seems to buy so check out Wood- “ can ride the hot air 544 N. Fairfax Blvd. The Lounge much less these days. bridge Theater in it beats Marie Cal- balloon for free. Free is only open on Tuesdays from 9 ties that will not empty out pock- only $12 for adults and parking is Many may wonder if a good deal Irvine, off Bar- balloon rides start at p.m. to midnight. Tuesdays are free, ets, but the Getty Center certainly free. Enjoy the various animals here still exists and whether the dollar can ranca Parkway. It endar’s microwave “ 10 a.m.. For more except every first and third of the won’t and it offers modern and con- at 5333 Zoo Dr. The botanical gardens have- ex manage to get the best bang for its looks like any oth- meals. information visit month with an entrance fee of $5. temporary artwork. The museum is buck around town. er movie theater, – David Hayrapetian, www.ocgp.org.. Early arrival is recommended at this located on 1200 Getty Center Dr., otic plants and flowers blooming Well, there are still a few good plac- just smaller. The Student Looking to eat a venue. and it is free. It is open every day vibrant colors. The park is open ev- es here in Orange County, and even theater has six dif- good meal without This L.A. attraction is one of except Monday. eryday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cal State Fullerton, where “free” ferent rooms, where most of the seats going broke? Avila’s El Ranchito Mex- still exists and the dollar can truly get get filled by college students. Here ican Food in Newport Beach is a great more. people can indulge themselves to pre- option to consider, especially on “All Believe it or not, enjoying movies, viously released movies (no more than You Can Eat Taco Tuesdays”. Feast on ice skating, karaoke and great food for a month behind) for $2 everyday – ex- as many tacos, enchilladas and taqui- under $10 is possible. cept on Tuesdays, it’s only a buck. tos all for just five dollars after 5 p.m. Mondays are known for being the One college student explains how It must be good since people con- most dreaded day of the week, but for it’s become a weekly routine and her tinue to return each week. Regular those who are into rocking out and girlfriends. David Hayrapetian, 22, a biology ma- singing, it has just become the new “It’s our Tuesday night five dollar jor from UC Irvine, said “Finger lick- favorite. TheT itan Student Union in- girls’ night out ritual,” Alyssa Annun- ing good Mexican food in the heart of vites students to show off their vocal nziato, 20, junior psychology major Newport. For five dollars all you can skills at the underground pub every at Vanguard University, said. “We go eat Tuesdays, I don’t have to bust my Monday from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. for watch a movie for a dollar and frozen wallet and it beats Marie Calendars’ karoke. Jay Carvin, chief adminis- yogurt for three.” microwave meals.” He also mentions trative officer from ASI, encourages The Great Park in Irvine, along how he loves the ambiance. students to take advantage of the free activities offered at the pub, where students can truly expand their college experience. Not into singing? Would you rather just relax, sit down and enjoy a movie? Not a problem. The TSU offers free movies every other Thursday. At no cost, students can catch a movie after class with some friends and enjoy some of the latest films out in theaters. Haven’t watched the most talked about movie, “Slum- dog Millionaire,” which won eight 4 town hall March 19, 2009 President Obama rattles saber in OC

By Daniel suzuki/Daily Titan Photo Editor Above: President Barack Obama looks into the crowd, for the man who yelled “I love you, Obama,” while speaking at the Orange County Fair Grounds Wednesday afternoon. Bottom: During his speech, Obama told the crowd, “I don’t need to tell you these are challenging times. I don’t need to tell you this because you’re living it every day. One out of every ten Californians is out of work. You’ve got one of the highest foreclosure rates in the nation. And budget cuts are threatening the jobs of thousands of teachers across this state. But here’s what I want you to know ... we’re going to come out on the other side a stronger and more prosperous nation.”

From Page 1 crowd of mostly-democrats perched in O’connell’s district who told ments were not as jovial as Drex- “He wasn’t all positive, he ac- on the edges of their folding plastic Obama about receiving a pink slip ler’s. knowledged things that really are Before he started taking questions chairs, listening with near-reverie to last week. As a teacher at CSUF, which has happening,” she said. from the audience, Obama took the presidents hour-long Q&A. “Wait, wait, wait, wait. Hold on been hit hard by recent budget cuts, Rep. Sanchez said that despite time to address the AIG debacle. “This county went into the reces- a second. Hold on. Hey, hold on Kelley said she was encouraged that the challenges ahead, there is an “I know a lot of you are outraged sion a year ahead of the rest of the a second,” Obama said, trying to Obama addressed education during air of “cautious optimism” among about this, rightfully so, I’m out- nation,” said Rep. Loretta Sanchez, quiet the crowd down. “It’s not his the event. Washington lawmakers. raged too,” Obama said. Orange County’s sole democratic fault that the state has run out of “It’s not that hot-button of a po- “We need to have him (Obama) “It’s hard to understand how a member of Congress. “I said, (to money.” litical issue. We are always willing on the road more and more to talk company that’s relying on extraor- Obama) ‘My people need to be Obama said that a majority of to cut kids, we just are,” Kelley said. to the American people,” said Rep. dinary assistance from taxpayers inspired. They need to believe that the money designated to the states “We don’t really like them so much Sanchez, who was well-known in to keep its doors open could be the recovery package that we put for education under the Recovery in our society, so the fact that he ad- the lead-up to the November elec- paying anybody lavish bonuses. It together and we passed is going to Act is allotted for teacher retention. dressed it more than once ... that’s tion as a Clinton supporter and It’s not often that goes against our most basic sense of help their lives.’ So, I guess he must The president also said that he in- really pretty good.” one of a small number of demo- what’s fair.” have heard that,” Sanchez said. tends on increasing access to higher She said that although Obama cratic representatives who lagged “a president comes to Obama pointed to the pervasive Tickets for the event were handed education by boosting access to stu- didn’t answer the specific question in throwing their support behind your hometown. “ culture of greed and corruption, out on a first-come first-serve basis, dent loans and federal grants. about health care that she was hop- Obama. “We need to be lifted. We which had run rampant during and most of the crowd had camped Hanh Truong, who teaches coun- ing for, she thought he touched on need to believe in ourselves again, – Ally Krikorian, former President George W. Bush’s out in line overnight for a ticket. seling at CSUF, said that as a father some important key points. and he can do that for us.” Costa Mesa High Senior terms in office. Ally Krikorian, 18, senior at and a teacher, education cuts were While he pointed out the nega- Costa Mesa High School, camped his biggest concern. tive consequences of the previous out with a group of friends to get However, Truong wasn’t the only administration’s faults the President a seat. one with did not shirk blame. “It’s not the hope “I know Washington’s all in a tiz- often that that Obama zy and everyone’s pointing fingers at a president I know Washington’s would ad- each other saying its their fault, the comes to your “ dress Propo- democrats fault, the republicans hometown,” all in a tizzy and everyone’s sition 8 and fault; listen, I’ll take responsibility. K r i k o r i a n pointing fingers at each the issue of I’m the president,” Obama said. said. equality. Telling the audience that he didn’t T h e y other saying it’s their fault, “ Vo t i n g run for president to pass today’s brought tents the democrats fault, the yes on 8 was problems on to the next generation, and sleep- not the right the president addressed a number of ing bags, republicans fault; listen, choice, in My guilty pleasure issues, but mostly used the oppor- managing to I’ll take responsibility. I’m my opin- tunity to pitch his stimulus package actually get “ ion,” said “question is I want to to the American people. some sleep. the president. Tim Hyee, “I don’t need to tell you these are Her friends an OCC stu- know what kind of – Barack Obama, “ challenging times. I don’t need to said that the dent major- cigarettes he smokes. tell you this because you’re living it camp-out was President ing in inte- every day. One out of every ten Cal- not only fun, rior design. – Sean Drexler, ifornians is out of work. You’ve got but they got “I think it’s OCC student one of the highest foreclosure rates some studying in too. still a fresh topic that should be dis- in the nation. And budget cuts are Like many young people in the cussed.” threatening the jobs of thousands of crowd, Krikorian was hoping that None of the participants chosen teachers across this state. But here’s Obama would focus on education. by the president asked about the re- what I want you to know ... we’re “Less people are being accepted cently passed gay marriage ban and going to come out on the other side into college because of econom- Obama never raised the state issue. a stronger and more prosperous na- ics,” Krikorian said, adding that she Though the topics of discussion tion,” Obama said. would ask Obama what he could do were serious in tone, Sean Drexler a Although the president was so that acceptance rates started go- 21-year-old Orange Coast Commu- mostly frequently interrupted with ing back up instead of down. nity College student had prepared cheers and chants of “Obama, It was the topic of education that a question just in case Obama had Obama,” he did receive some half- also elicited one of the other few time for a quick quip. hearted boos when he highlighted boos from the crowd – this time “My guilty pleasure question is the proposed construction of a new aimed at Superintendent of Public I want to know what kind of ciga- lane on SR-91 as a source of poten- Instruction Jack O’Connell, who is rettes he smokes,” said Drexler. “My I would probably

tial jobs for Orange County. this year’s CSUF commencement friends and I have all been wonder- “ask him about when Packed into a windowless and keynote speaker. ing that. We want to start smok- By Luis Delgadillo/Daily Titan News Director sweltering warehouse at the Orange Obama had pointed out ing the ‘Obama brands’ as we call Ivan Martinez, an 18-year-old Costa Mesa High student, asks President Barack Obama he thinks the recession County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa O’Connell while responding them.” about immigration reform. Obama said he supported comprehensive reform and secure “ after hours of waiting in line, a to a Santa Ana school teacher After the event, Kelley’s senti- borders, which would eliminate wage undercutting for American workers would end. – Brandine Strand, CSUF alumna

I was just hoping

“I didn’t slip up on the words or say bad “ words. – Ivan Martinez, Costa Mesa High Student March 19, 2009 Opinion 5 Titan Editorial Ambiguous Inspiration Providing insight, analysis and perspective since 1960 “I don’t care how you think ... just think.” A lack of movement By Jeremiah Rivera Daily Titan Columnist

We are more than halfway shouldn’t they be more active? through Women’s History Month The large number of women’s and it seems as though nothing is groups here should make for an happening at Cal State Fuller- overwhelming multitude of cel- Send the homeless Hawaiians packing ton. ebrations, speakers, poetry slams No guest speakers, little recog- and even barbecues. With its beautiful beaches and great weather, or at least out of sight. that are much easier to objectively quantify, such nition of any academic programs If we look a little closer, we will it's no wonder many choose to come to Hawaii, But where do you direct the homeless who are as the homeless issue? and even more alarming, not even note that black students make up the homeless included. technically not breaking the law and unwilling to I’m sure if only a fraction of the $260 million any clubs or sororities are taking a mere four percent of the CSUF I met a gentleman last week, by the name of stay at shelters? As one testifier said at a Honolulu spent on unquantifiable contracts were spent on it upon themselves to celebrate population. Derek, while smoking a cigar on the beach after a City Council meeting last month, “They’re not assembling a committee of qualified state/city the month. As trivial as this may seem, it long day’s work. just going to vanish.” representatives for developing a solution for the Recently the Daily Titan spoke points to a larger issue. He said he was a college graduate, had owned a I don’t claim to have the answer, but I agree homeless issue, then maybe concerned business with officials of the Women’s If it is not already dead, the few businesses and recently divorced his wife. that they’re not just going to disappear. In cover- owners, property owners, the state and the HTA Center and inquired as to the women’s movement is definitely He couldn’t have been much older than I, may- ing the legislature and city council, I’ve seen two would see the fruits of their labor. cause of this. suffering. be in his late 20s or early 30s. sides of the legislative efforts to solve the homeless I’m not a social worker. The response received was typ- The only proof the movement Anyway, after asking if I had a light to spark issue. I don’t know how to solve this issue, but that’s ical – budget cuts had resulted in isn’t completely dead comes in his cigarette, we started a conversation that lasted Last month the city council held discussion why we have legislators and committees whose re- the canceling of planned events. the form of an occasional letter until an hour or so after sunset. and has yet to decide on legislation that would sponsibility it is to discuss and solve issues such Representatives also said they of criticism from women who Our conversation wasn’t unlike many you’d illegalize sleeping in public parks entirely. as these. were not even going to try to plan disagree with our approach to a have with someone you’d just met. Meanwhile, at the state level, the House of I’m sure there’s a middle ground somewhere. any events because they were go- topic and the language we use. The typical, “Where ya been? Where ya goin’?” Representatives is considering passing a bill that The state may just be a little too focused on ing to use the absence of these The Women’s Center, like and sharing tidbits of our life’s philosophies based would appropriate funds for charity organiza- promoting tourism, rather than solving the issues events as a form of protest. many other organization’s on off the experiences we had gathered thus far. tions. that could be discouraging some to visit this beau- What? If budget cuts are so campus is underfunded, but that After our conversation, he’d convinced me he The bill would essentially provide one-way air- tiful state in the first place. awful how is it the African-Amer- does not mean they should rest moved to the island to essentially get away from line tickets for homeless individuals who want to ican population here, which is on their laurels waiting for fund- it all, something I’m sure we’ve all considered at return to the mainland, but have no means of do- vastly under represented, was ing to come through. one point. ing so. Irvine has also attempted such measures to able to scrimp and scratch to- Events can be planned with- Derek was homeless. rid the city of the homeless. gether enough funds to put on an out money. Guest speakers can He said he slept under the wood planks we were In other state senatorial committee meetings, entire calendar of events centered be asked to volunteer their time. using as back support. The city stores the planks I’ve also seen how millions in tax dollars can be around their heritage. With belt-tightening occurring there and sets them up as a stage for the many spent with little to no accountability. The most interesting thing is campus-wide, the spectre of bud- block parties and “movie at the beach” events they Just last week the Hawaii Tourism Authority none of the events for black stu- get cuts will only grow. hold almost monthly. (HTA) – whose mission is to “strategically man- dents were really organized by a It is time to look past those cuts He said he’s tried getting a job, but has been age Hawaii tourism in a sustainable manner con- single student group, they were and get creative so young girls do demoralized because no businesses are hiring. In sistent with (the state’s) economic goals, cultural organized by individuals of dif- not grow up idolizing vapid, dis- the mean time, he finds odd-end work like car- values, preservation of natural resources, commu- ferent groups in the black com- ingenuous role models. pentry or passing out fliers. He finds jobs mostly nity desires and visitor industry needs” – reported munity who recognized a need The Women’s Center needs off Craigslist.org, he said. that their department spent over $260 million in for the celebration of the month. to tighten its belt, reach out to However, with those temp jobs, he is not ca- the past five years on marketing contracts. If examined further, we will groups of women on campus, i.e. pable of supporting monthly bills. The state's auditor uncovered that the HTA find that more than half of the sororities, and jump start a mean- Just across the street from Derek’s beachfront had no long-term objectives, goals or quantifiable campus is made up of women ingful effort to save what has al- sleeping accommodations is Kapiolani Park, means to judge their level of effectiveness in pro- and, as the largest minority, ready been a waste of a month. where a prevalent homeless population has made moting Hawaii tourism. the park their home. Meanwhile the state is attempting to close an They stay in tents and under blue tarps, sleep $865 million deficit. Any feedback, positive or negative, is during the day and stay up all night to abide by The HTA has a very challenging role in the encouraged, as we strive to keep an open city ordinance and avoid citations. state’s tourism industry, I’ll give them that. dialogue with our readership. The Daily The homeless concern in Honolulu was one of They must work with both the private and Letters the first factors to grab my attention when I ar- public sectors in developing a strategy to promote Titan reserves the right to edit letters for rived nearly three months ago. It’s an issue the city tourism, and report their degree of effectiveness to the length, grammar and spelling. Direct all and state have been trying to solve for years. to the state. comments, questions or concerns along with Regardless of these efforts, the rate of homeless- Since business owners are concerned with the Editor: your full name and major to the Daily Titan ness is on the rise and attracting the attention of effect homelessness may have on tourism, and the Opinion Desk at [email protected]. business and property owners and tourism inter- HTA, with millions in its budget, is having prob- est groups. Needless to say, they want them gone, lems developing strategy. Why not focus on issues

Fast food variety makes for easy eating Visit www.dailytitan.com to hear daily With all of the quick stop eateries, it’s often hard to choose, here’s some help podcasts chronicling the day’s news, By Brian whitehead have to explain it. class. Miguels Jr. For the Daily Titan Burger King – Always a favorite – I’m sure not every- features, opinion and sports articles. [email protected] of mine, Burger King not only puts one has heard of Miguels Jr. so allow out great food for reasonable prices, me to introduce you. There are a few things I’ve always they put out great tv commercials. Perfect for people craving real wondered: What life would be like The King is an icon, and I’m not Mexican food (not Del Taco), if I were four inches taller, could I talking about LeBron James. Miguels offers burritos, tostadas, ever outplay Tiger Woods, why I Burger King has 4-piece chicken tacos and quesadillas all for low can’t grow complete facial hair and tenders on their $1 menu and every prices. if I could only eat at one fast food time I order them, I feel like I’m or- Bakers – When I pitched this joint for the rest of my life, which dering off the kid’s menu at Coco’s, story to my editor the exchange was one would it be? but hey, they are a dollar. something like: Oh, and why the “Viva Viagra” Now, it’s onto my Mount Rush- Me: “I like Bakers.” commercials always seem to come more of fast food joints. Editor: “Bakers?” on when I’m watching TV with my Subway – Have you seen the Sub- Me: “Bakers, you know, Great mom and sister. way $5 footlong commercial where American Food, Close to Home.” For this piece however, I'm go- the guy walks into Subway and hesi- Editor: (silence, with a confused ing to focus on the fast food tates when they lady asks him expression) “Yeeeah.” debate. what he wants as if she’s asking You see, Bakers is the place to go Take this from a guy who him the million dollar ques- for good American food. Burgers, has had more fast food tion on "Who Wants to be fries, grilled cheese – all these items than Michael Jackson a Millionaire?" are at your fingertips. has had surgeries, and If you haven’t, right And their fries come in half- Donald Trump has when he makes up his pound bags. HALF POUND BAGS had wives. mind, High School people! I’ve been through Musical rejects run in Though I may not comprehend more drive-thrus singing the $5 foot- why the “Viva Viagra” commercials than Rosie long jingle. I’m sitting strike every so often or why my dad O’Donnell and here wondering why this can grow a full beard and I can’t, Jessica Simp- hasn’t happened to me I can decide where I’m going for son. Believe yet. lunch. me, I am very well qualified to head this debate. I’ve been able to narrow it down to four places, but first, the honorable mentions. Carl’s Jr. – Carl’s took a big step back when they changed their french fries to the steakhouse kind (see, I told When I’m strug- gling to de- you I was very well qualified). Sud- cide between a six-inch or a footlong denly I went from getting about 100 turkey sandwich, I demand that pre- fries to getting 15. pubescent kids sing me that ever-so The fry switch wasn’t as bad as catchy jingle. the chicken strip switch, though. I Jack in the Box – Aside from went to Carl’s not too long ago and the creative commercials, Jack takes ordered the 5-piece chicken breast fast food to a whole different level. I strip combo. mean, serving breakfast all day? It’s a When I bit into the chicken strips college kid’s dream. I might as well had been eating Mr. Box offers breakfast – the the chicken underwater. Chicken most important meal of the day, I stripslovers know that moist chicken might add – for all the students roll- is, well, moist chicken. I shouldn’t ing out of bed at noon for a 9 a.m. y o u r w e e k ly d o s e o f entertainment

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19 Thursday • Babyface San Manuel Casino • Rick Springfield Key Club • The Adicts HOB Anaheim • Nicole Mitchell CSUF Performing Arts • Beardo, Slippers Alex’s Bar 21, senior CSUF Music Performance huge those chords sounded. I got major, said he started playing drums into the technical aspects later, but 20 Friday as a young kid after he saw the movie I just wanted to make some noise,” • Guerilla Aid That Thing You .Do Beightol said. “That was like, the reason I started And the band did just that Satur- Yost Theatre playing drums. I even wore the glass- day, performing numerous original • Franco De Vita Photos By Sherwood Prusso/Daily Titan Staff Photographer es,” Webster said. tunes and providing a glimpse of Nokia Theatre Taking some time to relax after their performance at the OC Pavilion, the four-piece rock group gets up close and personal with As Webster grew older, his musi- their roots with covers of Jimi Hen- Detour. From left: Sam Webster (drums), John Urban (bass), Jonathan Blake (vocals/guitar) and Rob Beightol (guitar). • Paul Wall, Get Set Go, New cal horizons broadened. He cites Led drix’s “Roadhouse” and Amos Lee’s By sherwood prusso Pavilion Saturday night to witness unique amongst a musical scene, Zeppelin drummer John Bonham as “Arms of a Woman.” Maximum Donkey Daily Titan Staff Writer the Jonathan Blake Band shred their where many bands adopt a generic his main influence. The band members have fully im- Knitting Factory [email protected] instruments and melt a few minds. indie-rock facade. “My uncle bought me Zeppelin IV mersed themselves in the music in- • Blake Shelton The band combines elements of The four-piece band consists of when I was like eleven or twelve, and dustry, whether it’s by playing gigs, A crowd of nearly 300 rock- rock with a twist of blues to create an lead singer and guitarist Jonathan I have just been on a Zeppelin trip performing in the CSUF orchestra, The Grove thirsty fans invaded Santa Ana's OC authentic sound that is exceedingly Blake, rhythm/vibe guitarist Robert ever since then,” he said. teaching lessons or building equip- • The Dickies, Adicts Beightol, bassist John Urban and Urban, 22, senior Cal State Ful- ment for other bands to use. Key Club drummer Sam Webster. lerton Music Performance Major, And, as Webster puts it, their goal Blake – who toured with rock n said he didn’t even know what a bass is simple: “We just want to make • Chris Thomas, Antennae roll legend Dave Mason and opened was until he was nearly a teenager. music. We could be happy just play- Gypsy Lounge for American Idol's Bo Bice – said “For me it was random, man. I ing music.” • How Sweet It Is his musical influences stem from the grew up a Beatles kid … my parents The happy-go-lucky vibe the alternative rock and blues genres. raised me right. I got into upright members exude is complimented by Detroit Bar “I started out listening to mostly bass a lot in college, and that is pret- their dedication and commitment to stuff like the Smashing Pumpkins, ty much what my life is right now,” do what they love. And Blake said 21 Saturday Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails Urban said. the ultimate thrill for them is the • OK Go, Longwave, IO Echo and Rage Against the Machine, but Beightol, who up until recently feedback they receive from fans. once I began playing guitar, I start- sported a beard that would make “It's rad when somebody tells you HOB Anaheim ed getting into Eric Clapton, Jimi Santa Clause jealous, said he had a song you have written has helped • Blue October, Ours (Hendrix) and Stevie Ray Vaughn … simpler reasons for turning to mu- their life in some way, no matter Club Nokia basically anybody that was good at sic. how small. If you don't feel like you guitar, in a bluesy way,” Blake said. “Actually, what really got me are helping others with what you • Missy Higgins, Justin Other members of the band derive to first start playing guitar was the are doing, then it's sort of a waste,” Nozuka, Lenka their inspiration elsewhere. Webster, Deftones. Just the whole vibe ... how Blake said. Orpheum • Black Mountain Echoplex • Thriving Ivory Every Avenue ‘Takes Action’ Glass House tarist Joshua Randall talked tours, from your UK tour. How was that? • Black Waltz By Brittny Ulate breast cancer awareness and weird, Chain Reaction Daily Titan Staff Writer but wonderful fans that bake the JR: It was a blast. We were over [email protected] band cookies. there with Boys Like Girls and Met- ro Station and I think every night on 22 Sunday Pop-rock band Every Avenue Daily Titan: How was the set? the tour was sold out. It was a good • Blue Oyster Cult made a stop in Anaheim at the House first tour overseas. The Grove of Blues on their Take Action! Tour, Joshua Randall: It was fun. The which also featured bands Cute is crowd was great, and it’s our second DT: The tour you’re on now • Alice Russell What We Aim For, Breathe Caro- time in Anaheim. We had a really is called The Take Action! Tour. Is Detroit Bar lina, Anarbor and Meg & Dia, and good response tonight. there any significance behind that • KSM, Bidwell, Fiasco! took a moment to talk to the Daily name? Titan. After they performed, gui- DT: You guys just got back Glass House JR: Yeah, ten percent of the • Pretty In Stereo profits from the ticket sales go to Photo Courtesy of Fearless pa Alex’s Bar DoSomething.org and they work Every Avenue features David Ryan Strauchman (vocals/piano), Joshua Randall (guitar), with a lot of organizations that raise Jimmie Deeghan (guitar/backup vocals), Matt Black (bass/backup vocals) and Michael money for good causes. And our Govaere (drums). 23 Monday band personally is working with • Aushua, Parade of Lights, Keep a Breast which raises money money with a donation jar and giv- Yellow Red Sparks for breast cancer research. It’s kind ing pamphlets out to kids and rais- DT: That’s really cool that you of cool to do a tour that has a good ing awareness about it. guys are doing that. So what’s it been Detroit Bar message behind it. like being on this tour? • PJ Harvey, John Parish DT: Is there anybody in the El Rey Theatre DT: How involved are you band that has been connected to the JR: It’s been a lot of fun. We’ve guys with the Keep a Breast Foun- cancer personally? toured with Breathe Carolina before, • Bishop Allen dation? so we were already really good friends Troubadour JR: I think we all know breast with them, and all the other bands • Birds of Tokyo JR: We met some of the reps cancer survivors. There have been a have been great. We made a lot of Viper Room on Warped Tour for Keep a Breast few people close to me in my fam- really cool friends on this tour. and we decided to work with them ily that have gone through it, so it’s on this tour. We’ve just been raising something we wanted to work with. Visit dailytitan.com for the rest of the interview.

25 March 19, 2009 DETOUR 7 REVIEWS MUSIC BOOK MUSIC

By Sherwood Prusso By Shannel CRANE By Adan Vasquez Daily Titan Staff Writer Daily Titan Staff Writer Daily Titan Staff Writer [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Chris Cornell’s latest solo album, the get-go, it is apparent that this ill- Stephen J. Cannell’s On the Grind The first two-thirds of the novel set Self proclaimed “crunk” rocker keep up the fast-pace. Scream, is destined to alienate fans of conceived partnership leaves the ex- is a fictional tale of a good cop find- a scene of a revolution from bad to and internationally known snow- However, the album lacks any- the former Soundgarden and Audio- rocker awkwardly out of place. ing employment in the “most cor- good only to fall short near the end. boarder Trevor “Trouble” Andrew thing truly great to be able to reach slave frontman. While nearly all of the 13 tracks rupt” police department in the state Despite the large amount of detail has set out to conquer the world of out to a broader audience. Tainted by the electronic beats on this album are unbearable, Cor- of California. to set-up an illustrious take-over, no music with the release of his debut For people who do not easily dis- and sounds of super-producer Tim- nell flirts with aneurysm-inducing Detective Shane Scully, after be- real heart-racing scene is ever devel- album, Trouble Andrew. tinguish the types of music out there, baland, Scream is Cornell’s ill-fated repetition in his songs “Part of Me,” ing charged with a felony of accept- oped. The lack of a standard climax The album, released Feb. 10 on this could come off as just any other attempt to break into the pop music “Sweet Revenge” and “Watch Out.” ing a bribe from a suspect in a so- leaves you wanting more and gain- Virgin Records, is a remixed edition punk rock artist. genre. The combination of Cornell’s The twelfth track, “Climbing Up licitation of murder case, resorts to ing no real satisfaction of a complete of the self-released 2007 version of As far as lyrics, Andrew does a fine howling voice and Timbaland’s bar- the Walls,” is the only song on the working for the Haven Park Police story. the same name, but is still a prom- job getting his point across without rage of drum loops and synthesizers album that seems to be free of Tim- Department in the outskirts of Los The novel fits the role of - adra ising debut for Andrew, showing a breaking into anything too deep. don’t mesh well, often creating a ri- baland’s poisonous influence, opting Angeles. matic crime story, but readers al- talent for putting out entertaining The one exception is “What’s diculous concoction of noise. for actual guitars and drums instead Scully learns the cafeteria line most need to have a background in music that is playful and fast-paced. So Strange About Me,” the lone A resume that boasts of Sound- of manufactured hullabaloo. mentality of the city; any money criminology to understand what the With songs like “Chase Money” song not featured on the 2007 CD. garden, Temple of the Dog and Au- While the song is by no means made is to be shared with the man characters were talking about. and “Bang Bang,” the album comes With this new track, Andrew shows dioslave would lead one to question any good, it does offer some -min above you on the totem pole. He While reading, you are over- out full swing with a party vibe growth in his lyrics. He said more, how this unlikely Cornell-Timbal- ute hope that the former rock icon must abandon all morals of his whelmed with sensory descriptions mixed with indie-rock. and doesn’t rely as much on the cho- and collaboration materialized. But turned wannabe pop star is still con- training with the Los Angeles Police but find that the pace of the novel If Andrew was aiming at putting rus to get his message across. desperate times call for desperate nected to his roots, if only by the Department to uphold the motto of drags from one scenario to the next. out an album that mixes “crunk” Overall, Trouble Andrew shows measures, and Scream is a prime ex- smallest tendril. Haven Park; work for the benefit of Cannell seemed to overemphasize rock with a bit of indie sound similar Andrew has the talent to put out ample. Cornell’s solo career has habitually thyself. miniscule scenarios, while leaving to that of The Gorillaz vibe, then he entertaining music that can wake Timbaland, who has teamed up evaded critical acclaim, and Scream Scully is torn between keeping a key scenes without the details they did a really good job. people up. with the likes of Ginuwine, Ludac- is no exception. clean conscious and trying to survive desperately needed. For the most part, Trouble An- However, if he is serious about ris, Missy Elliott, Lil’ Kim, Xzibit, Fans searching for the hard and in a position built on the corruption Cannell’s plot has potential to be drew accomplishes what it sets out conquering the music scene, then Justin Timberlake, and other art- heavy sounds normally associated of city officials. an interesting novel had it been de- to do. It is very entertaining music. continuing to add more depth to his ists in the pop and hip-hop genres, with Cornell will have to look else- Cannell’s representation of Scul- veloped properly. A proper climactic It mixes a good blend of the electric words could take him a long way. ventures into unexplored musical where. ly’s adventure is very descriptive, but ending would have given the novel a and bass guitars, without one domi- Download: “What’s So Strange territory with Cornell. Right from Download: Something else. fails to deliver a substantial climax. more satisfying read. nating over the other, and the drums About Me.”

CONCERT

By Monzerrath Gonzalez Daily Titan Staff Writer [email protected]

Crystal chandeliers illuminated the red velvet walls at and T-shirt, Auerbach donned a collar and kerchief-style the historic El Rey Theatre Saturday when the bearded necktie to match the El Rey’s classy art deco atmosphere. half of The Black Keys, Dan Auerbach, presented his first From maracas, bongos and triangles to keyboards and solo endeavor to Los Angeles. vintage guitars, the instruments were as wide-ranged as The Ohio native played songs from his album Keep It the album’s sound. Hid, released February 10 2009, to a riff hungry crowd Auerbach’s performance of heartfelt ballads like that ranged from budding indie rockers to middle-aged “When The Night Comes” and the heavy funk of “I rock veterans. Want Some More” exemplified his creative and vocal Heavily influenced by his blues-rock roots, Keep It range and guided the audience through Keep It Hid’s di- Hid presents a different side of Auerbach not present in verse melodies. his work with The Black Keys. Ranging from the tender Although the artist maintained a serious presence, Au- “Trouble Weighs a Ton” to the sludgy sound of “The erbach’s onstage demeanor was proof of the passion with Prowl,” Auerbach’s syrupy vocal harmonies drip “Rubber which he performs his work. His frontman charisma and City sex appeal” throughout the album. appreciation for his fans was apparent throughout his set “This record is a mixture of things I like to listen to, as he repeatedly thanked the crowd and threw his guitar psychedelia, soul music, country harmonies,” Auerbach picks to the gracious audience. said on the Nonesuch Records Web site. After completing his performance, Auerbach returned Accompanied by Hacienda, one of the opening acts, to the stage in response to the crowd’s chants of “one Auerbach was able to bring to life the attention to de- more song,” surpassing their demands with not one tail displayed in the album. He recorded it mostly alone song, but a duo of “When the Night Comes” and the at Akron Analog, his home studio. The album features upbeat track, “My Last Mistake.” Auerbach playing drums, guitar, percussion and key- Auerbach’s near obsession with detail and intricate boards. musicianship made his first solo appearance in Los An- “I played drums and percussion, sang harmonies, geles a successful venture and showcased his capabilities played glockenspiel – everything,” he said on the Web not only as a performer, but also as a lone singer/song- site. writer. Although Auerbach was responsible for most of the “I never stop working,” he said on the Web site, production, he was able to enlist the help of some of his “which is a blessing and curse, I guess. I’m pretty ob- friends, including Bob Cesare, Dave Huddleston, James sessed with making music and with recording, I’m al- Quine, and Jessica Lea Mayfield. ways thinking about it. It drives my family crazy. But it’s Rather than his usual garb of work-worn blue jeans what I do.” 8 Sports March 19, 2009 Wrestlers go to NCAA Championship By michael torres learn and get experience. wrestler qualify since 1985,” Hicks shows that we can do good with re- For the Daily Titan “This is as big as it gets, I’ve wres- said. cruits,” Hicks said. [email protected] tled with the best of the best, and it Duenas was ranked in the top Duenas went 20-7 during the will really help my confidence going four of the country coming out of regular season, while Dillashaw fin- It’s what every college wres- into other tournaments,” Duenas high school, and Dillashaw was No. ished 27-7. tler strives for and dreams of – the said. 2 in California when he entered Ful- The NCAA Championships will NCAA Championships. For Dillashaw, it is his third and lerton. be held in St.. Louis, Mo., for the It is an honor that not every wres- final trip to the NCAA Champion- Hicks said he knows this sends a second year in a row. First and sec- tler gets to experience, but for two ships, a bittersweet time which he powerful message to incoming re- ond rounds will be held Thursday, Cal State Fullerton wrestlers, it is a said he’ll cherish. cruits. the quarter and semi-finals Friday, goal that has been reached. “I plan on enjoying the trip and “The whole world sees this and it and the finals will be Saturday. Sophomore wrestler Adin Due- be around everyone I’ve been with nas qualified for his first ever trip to (the) past five years,” Dillashaw said. the NCAA Tournament by placing “I hope I end it out on a good note third in the Pac-10 Tournament in and redeem myself in nationals since the141-pound division. Duenas will I didn’t get what I wanted in the Pac- go against J Jaggers of Ohio State, 10.” No. 3 in his bracket and former Since it is an event not many peo- NCAA Tournament Champion, ple get to experience, Dillashaw said Thursday morning. he knows that this tournament is go- Senior T.J. Dillashaw, wrestling ing to be memorable. at 133-pounds, was one of 52 wres- “I’ll always remember it, thou- tlers given a wild-card entry into the sands of people watching you wrestle tournament. is pretty cool,” Dillashaw said. He will be facing No. 7 in his Although the qualifying rules bracket, Big-12 champion Nicholas have changed for the NCAA Cham- Fanthorpe of Iowa State, Thursday pionships and the Pac-10 lost a shot as well. at eight qualifiers, Head Coach Dan For 20-year-old Duenas, this Hicks is proudly leading two wres- tournament is a boyhood dream that tlers into the tournament. has come true after a stellar wrestling Hicks has sent at least one wres- season. tler to the NCAA Championships in “It’s been a goal and a dream of each his seven years at CSUF. Hicks mine,” Duenas said. “This is the ic- is proud to say his wrestling program ing on top of the cake for me.” is a constant winner. A first-time starter, Duenas said “We don’t have the full funding Photos courtesy of titan media relations he hopes and expects to win in the that other schools get, but if you Above: Sophomore Adin Duenas takes down an opponent in the 141-pound division. tournament, but also expects to look at history, we’ve had at least one Left: Senior T.J. Dillashaw is declared the winner in a 133-pound division match. Track and Field set to compete at Trojan Invitational After a strong performance at the Aztec Invitational, the Titans look to continue improving by taking on opponents at USC

By dylan kent both the women’s 200-meter race in “Most our team will be compet- sist of sophomore Nathan Skankey, and his preparation.” For the men, sophomore Gar- For the Daily Titan 24.07 seconds and 400-meter race ing this weekend,” CSUF Head freshman Andy Sullivan and fresh- The women’s pole-vault will be rett Myers will be competing [email protected] in 55.17 seconds. Coach John Elders said. “We are see- man Ryan Simioni, coming off a led by senior Kelley Maclean. in several events, including the In the men’s invitational steeple- ing improve- personal best Maclean has already jumped the long-jump, triple-jump and the After a stellar performance last chase, sophomore Eddie Perez fin- ment each last weekend NCAA Division I Western Regional 400-meter and freshman Jor- weekend, the Cal State Fullerton ished in second place with a time of week from We are seeing improve- of 15-5 3/4 mark of 12-7 1/2 inches for a new dan Aford-Helems, who will be men’s and women’s track & field 10:07.52. our athletes ment each week from our inches. personal best. competing in both the 100 and teams will be competing at the Junior Jameena Hunt finished and we had “ “Andy Sul- In the sprinting events, the Titans 200-meter races. Trojan Invitational this Friday second place in the women’s shot a great week athletes and we had a great livan and Na- are looking to make their presence All this week, the Titan squads and Saturday at USC’s Locker put with a throw of 45-1/4 inches of practice. than Skankey known. have been training hard for this

Stadium. on her first attempt. I’m excited week of practice. I’m excited are looking “I expect them to do very well,” meet.

Last weekend many Titans This weekend the Titans will face about our about our prospects for a to do some- CSUF sprinting coach Brandit Cop- “We’ve been working our athletes took top honors in their heavy competition at the Trojan In- prospects for thing big per said. “We are still working on a butts off,” sophomore Ashley events at the Aztec Relays, which vitational, including the host school, a great meet great meet this weekend. “ this week- lot of technical things at practice.” Millett, who will be running in were held at San Diego State Uni- USC. this week- – John Elders, end,” CSUF Along with Short, who will be the women’s 3,000-meter race versity. Friday will consist of the men’s end.” pole-vaulting competing in both the 200 and this Saturday, said. “I feel excited Senior jumper Jonathan Gold- and women’s hammer throw in the In pole Head Coach coach B.J. 800-meter races, the women sprint- about it. We’ve been doing stuff en finished first in the men’s high afternoon. vaulting, the Va n d rove c ers will be led by a strong group, everyday.” jump, clearing 7-1 inches on his The events will be held off-site at Titans are said. “Na- which includes sophomore Lauren Friday’s competitions start at third attempt after failing on West Los Angeles College. looking to than has Williams who placed third in the 2 p.m. with the women’s ham- only one attempt at his first three Saturday’s competition will see turn some heads with their upcom- been injured, but on his way back, 400-meter hurdles last weekend and mer throw and Saturday’s events heights. Titan athletes competing in many ing performance. and Andy has shown very positive senior Ashley Taylor who placed start at 10 a.m. with the women’s Sophomore Ciara Short won different events. The men’s pole vaulting will con- signs of improvement in training third in the 400-meter. 3,000. March 19, 2009 9 Classifieds6500 Help Wanted Looking for fun and flirty web cam models to work from home, dorm or our local studio. Serious candi- dates only, looking to make money. Set your own schedule 24/7. Must be 18 or older. Email rick@metro- email.com. Make extra money during college. Low-cost, recession-proof business opportunity with multibillion-dollar company. E-mail bewealthy@ googlegroups.com Sitters wanted.$10+ per hour. Register free for jobs near campus or home. www.student-sitters.com

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By adan vasquez nior Josh Fellhauer said. “We went Fellhauer, who received Big West Daily Titan Staff Writer out with the mentality that we had Player of the Week honors Tuesday, [email protected] to play our best or else we were go- was a man amongst boys at the plate ing to lose.” last week against Texas A&M, Rhode After an 11-day, eight-game road For their efforts the Titans were Island and Oklahoma State, going trip, the No. 4 Cal State Fullerton named Team of the Week by both 14-for-21, including two home runs, men’s baseball team returns home CollegeBaseballinsider.com and Col- three doubles and nine RBIs. for a three-game home stand against legeBaseballtoday.com after hitting “I was stoked when I heard,” Fell- Oral Roberts University this week- .392 as a team and hitting a stag- hauer said. “I knew I played well but end at Goodwin Field. gering 17 home runs against tough I didn’t know that I would get it. I The Titans are coming off a very competition. guess it’s the game paying me back impressive trip away from Goodwin For sophomore Christian Colon, for playing hard every single day.” Field where they went 7-1, includ- it showed the team is one of the best Fellhauer credited the success of ing a sweep over the University of in the country and can compete with the team to its pitching and defense. Southern Mississippi, a win over No. anyone when it comes to making a “Everybody was put on the spot,” 3 Texas A&M University and a pair run at a College World Series. Fellhauer said. “I think our pitchers of victories over the University of “It was cool,” Colon said. “We and infielders were on top of every- Rhode Island to go along with a split played well and found out good thing. If we play like that then we’ll against Oklahoma State University. things about our team. Now we’re be a tough team to beat all year.” By trent tcheng/For the Daily Titan The team knew going in that it ready to go.” One of the biggest things the Freshman Tyler Pill warms up before the game March 6 win at Southern Mississippi. had to give its all if it planned to Freshmen Nick Ramirez led the team took from the trip, besides the come home successful. team with four home runs. 7-1 mark, was the bonding between than I expected,” sophomore Daniel er’s mentality. with a 7-2 record, a .248 team bat- “We knew we were going to be Senior Jared Clark and Fellhauer the coaches and players. Renken said. “We all bonded well “We know they’re going to come ting average, and a 3.38 team ERA. playing a bunch of good teams,” ju- each had three apiece. “As a team we came together more and were having a good time. Plus in and play hard,” Fellhauer said. However, with their games being the bus driver “He’s a really rained out last weekend, the Golden was great. It good coach. Eagles have not played a game since was a good We knew we were go- We know March 8. experience.” ing“ to be playing a bunch what their This does not mean the Titans Although going to do, should feel like slacking off. the players of good teams. We went and know Renken said he feels the team and coaches out there with the mental- they won’t needs to put their road success be-

said they were lay down one hind them and move forward for the happy with ity that we had to play our bit.” upcoming series against the Golden

their perfor- best or else we were going The match Eagles. mance on “ also marks “We’re expecting another dog the road, be- to lose. the first time fight,” Renken said. “Even though ing home has – Josh Fellhauer, that the Ti- we came off good, it’s all over and them excited Outfielder tans have now we have to focus on games even more faced off coming up.” as they gets against the First pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m. ready to play in front of their home Golden Eagles since 1984 when the tonight at Goodwin Field. crowd for the first time in three Titans came out on top, 5-4, during Daniel Renken (3-0, 2.38 ERA) weeks, since their March 1 game the Riverside Baseball Invitational takes the mound for the Titans against Stanford University. Tournament at UC Riverside. against the Golden Eagles’ Jerry Sul- “It’s sweet man. We feel great now Oral Roberts comes into the series livan (2-1, 1.74 ERA). that we get to play here tomorrow. It feels good to be home,” Colon said. The Titans must now turn their focus to Oral Roberts as the Golden Eagles provide a familiar face for a few of the Titans in Head Coach Rob Walton. Walton was the skipper of In- ternational University Sports Fed- eration (FISU) Team USA this past By Trent Tcheng/For the Daily Titan summer which won the gold medal Senior Joe Scott waits for the pitch in the March 8 game at Southern Mississippi. Scott went one-for-two with a hit and scored in the after going 24-0. 11-3 Titan victory. It marked the first time the Na- tional Team had ever gone unde- feated. Fellhauer, Clark and Colon were each members of that team under Walton, so the match up should add a little more flavor with the success they shared this past summer. “We’re excited to see him,” Colon said. “He was a great coach for us.” Though Colon said he acknowl- edges it’s going to be awkward to play against Walton. “It’s a normal game, but there will be more emotions involved,” Colon said. “It’s going to be weird seeing him on the other side in the other dugout.” Both Colon and Fellhauer said they know what to expect from a By Trent tcheng/For the Daily Titan Walton-coached team, which is a CSUF pitcher Kyle Mertins hurls the ball while warming up in the March 7 game at never back down attitude and a kill- Southern Mississippi. Sean Avery: good or bad for NHL?

By mike harding cident, the league suspended Avery into the lineup as the Rangers try to Daily Titan Staff Writer indefinitely. maintain a playoff spot. [email protected] Consequently, the Stars made it Avery’s teammates seem happy to clear that he would never play for have him on the team as well. Sean Avery – a name that has them again, and Avery was eventu- Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist said become notorious in the National ally sent to the American Hockey he thinks Avery is a top-notch player Hockey League. League, the NHL’s minor league. when he is focused on playing, and Due to his antics on and off the Using the media to make such Rangers captain Chris Drury said he ice, Avery has reached a new level of comments for no other reason than believes Avery is a perfect fit for the infamy. to stir the pot was a characteristic team’s style of play. He is despised among many and move for Avery. Even the New York fans have em- liked by few. It is no wonder that his fellow braced him. Every time Avery makes Now he is back in the league after Stars teammates were fed up with a big hit or engages in post-whistle being picked up off waivers by the him and the team drove him out of shoving matches, the crowd rises to New York Rangers, and has already town. its feet and cheers ac- established himself on the team. Then again, cordingly.

What may be great news for some those on the other The Rangers and The Rangers - or

and detestable news for others, as it side of the coin, in- their fans may support ganization have let seems the pest will be staying in the cluding the Rang- bygones be bygones “Avery, but he’s not “ NHL. ers, have looked and have accepted Avery has become notorious as past the incident considered the league’s Avery, but they may the league’s best-known agitator, as and see the impact most hated man for be the only ones who his main talent has been getting un- that Avery brings nothing. have. derneath the opposing team’s skin. to the ice, just as If he will help the He is also known for running his he had done when team go far in the mouth and making off-color com- he was playing on the Los Angeles playoffs, then it is obvious why the ments. Kings. Big Apple has taken him in. This “talent” has enraged many Avery had worn out his welcome To everyone else, this pest is just and has also led to Avery receiving in LA, but another team welcomed that: A pest. disciplinary action from the league. his talents with open arms. Other teams are aware of his tac- Prior to a Dallas Stars (Avery’s for- All NHL teams have some form tics and are sure to not only be on mer team) and Calgary Flames game of an enforcer or agitator, and Avery their guard, but to have their own on Dec. 2, 2008, Avery made a sex- seems to serve that purpose well. enforcers targeting Avery. ual reference, viewed as vulgar and Rangers Head Coach John Tor- The Rangers and their fans may obscene by league officials, in a pre- torella seems to have had a change of support Avery, but he’s not consid- game interview. heart for Avery. ered the league’s most hated man for Avery told reporters that other After the Dec. 2 incident, Tor- nothing. NHL players keep “falling in love” torella was originally quoted as say- While some may view it as enter- with his “sloppy seconds.” ing that a player like Avery is an taining, his actions ultimately dete- He was referring to Flames defen- “embarrassment” and had no busi- riorate the game of hockey. seman Dion Phaneuf, who is dat- ness playing in the NHL. Unfortunately, those of us who ing actress Elisha Cuthbert, Avery’s But now Tortorella is Avery’s are fed up with Avery are just going ex-girlfriend. As a result of this in- coach and has incorporated him to have to deal with him.