Race for Governor Begins to Toss out Their Flats and Replace Them with High Heels, Without Realizing the Damage They Are Doing to Their Body

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photo courtesy eraphernalia vintage By Brenna Phillips Daily Titan Staff Writer Meg Whitman Steve Poizner Jerry Brown [email protected] photo courtesy mct photo courtesy gage skidmore photo courtesy mct Carrie Bradshaw may have the ability to effortlessly and gracefully walk the streets of New York in 5.5 inch YSL stilettos, but for the rest of the world, wearing heels can be a painful experience, accompanied by wincing and walking that looks downright ridiculous. Movies such as “Sex and the City” and “The Devil Wears Prada” encourage women Race for governor begins to toss out their flats and replace them with high heels, without realizing the damage they are doing to their body. Brown, former mayor of Oakland, from round in his arsenal, is a multimillion- carry out. “According to the study by American Podiatric Medical By Alma Sanchez serving a third term in office. aire. His company SnapTrack was one of Alday says young people don’t usually Association, 39 percent of women wear high heels every Daily Titan Staff Writer “There are some independent groups the first to develop GPS chips used in vote because there’s not a lot of pressure, [email protected] day,” said Dr. Paul Yoon, a podiatrist at Fullerton Medical campaigning on his (Brown’s) behalf, cell phones. and admits his first time voting was in Center. “Within this group, nearly three out of four (wom- what they’re basically doing is attacking Sonenshein says that what can give the most recent presidential election, en) have reported a shoe-related foot problem.” With state gubernatorial elections Meg Whitman, since they see Whitman Poizner a chance in the primaries is that because he was motivated to vote for Ankle sprains and pain in the balls of the feet are com- just around the corner, tension sur- as the leading candidate for the repub- he’s attacking Anthem Blue Cross, who Barack Obama. He says he is not like- mon effects of wearing high heels but long-term condi- rounding which candidate will oc- lican nomination,” are raising insurance ly to vote in the coming gubernatorial tions, such as bunions, hammertoes, calluses, calf contrac- cupy Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s said Raphael J. Son- rates by 39 percent, elections. Nina Nejib, a political science tions that can lead to Achilles tendinitis and knee and lower vacant seat are mounting. enshein, chair of the For Luis Alday... however, he says it’s major and a senior at CSUF, admits not back problems often occur, according to Yoon. In the Republican Party, Meg division of politics a governor should be very hard for Poizner following gubernatorial elections this “Lower back pain can also result as the spine bends

Whitman, former president and administration and “someone who’s honest to catch up to Whit- time. backwards to compensate the forward push of the body

CEO for eBay, and Steve Poizner, justice at Cal State man since she’s far “I tuned out after Arnold,” Nejib said. when you walk in heels,” said Yoon. “It can also increase California State Insurance Commis- Fullerton. “Whitman and not someone who away in her lead Although not very familiar with the can- the knee joint pressure and contribute to osteoarthritis in sioner and businessman, are running is emphasizing her promises a lot of things “ among republican didates, Nejib knows what she wants in the long term.” against each other in the primaries, business experience that he or she won’t be voters. the next governor - someone that does The fashion industry has seen the rise of the “statement June 8. Although not declared yet, and she’s also run- Sarah Hafeez, an not implement policies with cuts on ed- shoe,” taking away the focus from the clothes themselves on the democratic side Attorney ning very expensive able to carry out. undeclared freshman ucation. Whitman has already invested and turning the high heel into the centerpiece of the out- General Jerry Brown seems to be radio ads that are very at CSUF, says she’s $39 million in her campaign and has fit. leading the party’s candidates for professionally done,” not that into politics said she’s ready to spend $100 million “Christian Loubouitin and YSL brought back the sky- primaries. Sonenshein said. Her ads focus on re- but believes the next governor should be or more. scraper heel trend,” said Lindsay Albanese, a celebrity styl- Schwarzenegger has served two ducing taxes, bolstering education and someone who can relate to the people “She said she is not worried about the ist and FIDM alumna. “Sky-high heels have always been terms in office and is barred to serve creating jobs. and is approachable. prospect of a media blitz attacking her around, but they have definitely become the forefront in a third term, although this is not the Whitman’s business experience hap- For Luis Alday, human resources man- candidacy, and said she did expect her shoe trends in the past few years.” case for Brown, who has also held pens to be amassing a bankroll in the agement mayor and a senior at CSUF, a personal wealth to be an obstacle with However, fashionistas may want to save making a state- a two-term position as governor of billions while in her former role as chief governor should be someone who’s hon- voters,” reported the Associated Press. ment with their heels for when they are at a bar or a club, the state (1975-1983). Implemented executive of online auction giant eBay. est and not someone who promises a lot not when you are trudging across campus with a back- in 1990, the terms do not prevent Poizner, also with a business back- of things that he or she won’t be able See GOVERNOR, Page 2 pack. “Occasional wear of high heels for evenings out would be fine and will not contribute to long term foot problems,” said Yoon. “But daily wear of high heels, especially greater than 3 inches, would significantly increase the foot problems.” M.E.Ch.A. readies students for ‘day of action’ Most fashion-conscious students will argue that “pain is beauty” and they are more than willing to sacrifice their feet in the name of fashion. However, fashion-forward students do not need to resort to flip-flops to find comfort on campus. “Wedge heels are making a huge comeback this year and they are more comfortable than heels,” said Albanese. “I also love flat boots with most outfits. They are always street chic and stylish.” Or you could opt for a shorter heel or one that is wider, both of which are more stable and better for you feet than stilettos, but they can still be bad for your back and knees, according to Yoon. “I would never wear photo courtesy tatiana pedroza/For the Daily Titan high heels to school unless By Allie Mosier funding to not only colleges and universi- dents will also be holding posters with about how the budgets cuts are affecting I was doing a professional

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but wearing heels to school y Aztlán (M.E.Ch.A.) wants to educate the do,” said M.E.Ch.A. member Veronica million below their operational needs, to go to college, people would be able to. Herrera. meaning that CSUs across the country So what do you do when you’re pushing would be overdoing it. When campus community about the issues be- I see other girls wearing heels hind the budget cuts. The March 4 pro- M.E.Ch.A. members, along with to do not have the necessary resources to people out and not letting freshman in? other students, will gather in front of provide for or meet the needs of students. You’re denying them access to what you at school, I feel bad for their test was put together by the California feet.” Faculty Association (CFA), with the goal Humanities March 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 Because of this, incoming student enroll- said was able.” of raising awareness about the current p.m. handing out pamphlets with facts ment was cut by 10,000. crisis in public education and the lack of about the effects of the budget cuts. Stu- M.E.Ch.A. is not only concerned See MARCH 4, Page 2

MULTIMEDIA INDEX The CSUF Meridian shuttle service is to be The National Honors Society of Collegiate News ...... page 2 canceled Friday in the midst of a three-year The 19th Annual Break 8k held by the Brea Scholars is giving a helping hand to local Student Body ...... page 3 contract. Mall took place on Sunday Feb. 28th 2010. high school students. Opinion...... page 4 Classifieds ...... page 5 Sports ...... page 6

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But I don’t think wom- aimed at containing widespread looting, arrested scores of people Monday country are baring their breasts and celebrities that include Mi- en need to be exploited, even for a for violating an overnight curfew as the country reeled from the weekend’s for a new project to support breast chael Caine, Elton John and Van- good cause.” devastating earthquake. health. essa Williams. While most of the models will The death toll climbed past the 700 mark as more bodies were pulled “b for a cure,” the brainchild of He became cognizant of the be “everyday women,” Bruce said from the ruins of cities and towns hardest hit by the magnitude-8.8 quake. San Francisco photographer Pe- scope and severity of the disease he plans to include at least one The national emergency office early Monday put the number of deadat ter Bruce, will compile black and after his wife participated in a pair of celebrity breasts (anony- 711, up slightly from a figure given by President Michelle Bachelet Sunday white photographs of more than three-day walk in support of breast mously) in the book. Only nude afternoon. 300 women’s breasts in a cancer awareness. After kicking breasts will be shown in the pho- coffee table- around some ideas, he and a busi- tographs. No faces or bodies will style book, with ness partner came up with the idea be revealed. proceeds go- for a book that would enhance the So far, more than 500 women NATIONAL ing to breast-health beauty of women’s breasts. across the country have signed up Obama’s unveils ‘turnaround’ grants for schools charities. Bruce plans to print 2,500 to participate. “Everybody loves books in the first run. Sale 31-year-old Tamisha posed at Photos courtesy of Peter Bruce WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama on Monday announced boobs; everybody price will be around the photo shoot in San Francisco loves breasts,” Bruce $50, with 30 percent Above: Photographer Peter Bruce. a new intervention program for 5,000 of the nation’s lowest-performing last month and was surprised at Below: Logo for Bruce’s project. schools, available to districts where officials take actions as drastic as firing said. “(We thought:) of the profits do- how comfortable she felt. principals, clearing out staff and even shuttering some campuses. let’s create a book nated to charity. “I think it’s a great cause and with the pictures either, but I In an address to a coalition of education advocates at the United States on breasts. And we Although the it was easy to donate my time,” would definitely buy the book be- Chamber of Commerce, Obama unveiled his administration’s “turnaround” might as well do it charities have Tamisha said. “I don’t person- cause I believe in the cause,” she grants, designed to improve student achievement and change the local cul- for a good cause and not yet been fi- ally know anybody who has been said. “Our mom had an issue with ture in schools that are doing poorly. give back some mon- nalized, he en- affected by breast cancer but it her breasts and we know a lot of “There’s got to be a sense of accountability,”O bama told the group. “Our ey while we’re doing visions the pro- struck a chord in me and I like the people with that issue in our fam- kids get only one chance at an education. We need to get it right.” it.” ceeds to be split approach that Peter is taking with ily.” Under the plan, Education Secretary Arne Duncan will administer $900 Bruce said the between a large the project.” “b for a cure” is seeking females million in grants next year to school districts that adopt one of four reform photographs organization with Others are less certain. “In terms 18 and older for upcoming photo models. In some cases, a school can qualify for the grant money by taking will be anony- a good following, of posing for the book, I don’t think shoots in Los Angeles, San Di- steps to reform instructional strategies and improve teacher effectiveness, in mous and will a juvenile founda- I could do it, just because I’m not ego and Las Vegas. Bruce said the part by extending planning time for educators. include women of tion to help future very comfortable exposing my- modeling is done on a volunteer all ages, ethnicities generations and an self,” said CSUF marketing major basis. and walks of life, individual on the Carmen Busa, 22. “Even though “(Women) are doing this gratis, including women who have lost cutting edge of breast cancer re- it’s anonymous, I just haven’t been free, because they’ve either been STATE one or both breasts to cancer. search. in that position, I guess. I would affected by breast cancer or they Atheists spread message on Sacramento billboards “This is not a playboy shoot, Cal State Fullerton psychology definitely be interested in purchas- see the beauty in the project,” he it’s a real-life project,” Bruce ex- major Anita Wadwa, 35, said she is ing that book, though. I think the said. SACRAMENTO – A coalition of atheist and agnostic groups have plained. “We want everybody to skeptical about the project. concept is really interesting.” For more information on the bought billboard space in the Sacramento area to tell like-minded individu- look at the book and say ‘Wow, “I don’t see how photographing Busa’s sister Kristine, a CSUF organization or how to partici- als they are not alone – but not in the godly sense. these are the people who could 300 women’s breasts is supporting alumna, agreed. pate, visit the Web site at: bfora- The billboards say: “Are you good without God? Millions are.” The mes- actually be affected by breast can- breast cancer,” Wadwa said. “I wish “I would not be comfortable cure.com. sage appears on a background of fluffy white clouds and blue sky. The billboards are part of a national campaign that began last year in a dozen cities, including Baltimore, Boston, Cincinnati and New York. Simi- lar ads went up in Seattle and Tampa Bay, Fla., in January. March 4: Eduational The Sacramento billboards, which will be up for a month, cost $6,450. The advertising is sponsored by the Sacramento Area Coalition of Reason with funding from the national United Coalition of Reason, based in Wash- ington, D.C. The advertising space includes the Sacramento Area Coalition of Reason protesting Web site: SacramentoCoR.org. From Page 1 they can’t come to work, but yet you yourself are saying you’re not going to Though Schwarzenegger proposed sacrifice anything?” Herrera said. to restore $305 million to the CSU Herrera made it a point to say that For the Record 2010-11 budget, as well as provide an students don’t realize how much power they have when they pay tuition. It is the policy of the Daily Titan to correct any inaccurate informa- additional $60.6 million for enroll- ment growth, Herrera is concerned She said that students should demand tion printed in the publication as soon as the error is discovered. Any to get what they pay for just like they Photo Courtesy MCT incorrect information printed on the front page will result in a correction that high schools will not receive enough funding. would demand to get something they Gubernatorial hopeful, Steve Poizner (left) stands beside the current Gov. printed on the front page. Any incorrect information printed on any paid for at a store. Arnold Schwarzenegger. other page will be corrected on page 2. Errors on the Opinion page will Herrera said that college students shouldn’t dismiss the importance of M.E.Ch.A member Jesus Her- be corrected on that page. Corrections also will be noted on the online rera Rivera said students have to take version of the Daily Titan. first-time freshman being denied ad- mittance in to a CSU or UC, because charge in order to make a difference. Please contact Executive Editor Sergio Cabaruvias at 657-278-5815 or Students can join M.E.Ch.A. and Governor: Race is on at [email protected] with issues about this policy or to report it not only affects freshmen but the bring their own posters to demon- of experience, and has held impor- any errors. education system as a whole. From Page 1 Funding for K-12 and community strate how the budget cuts have af- tant political positions through- colleges was reduced by $1.5 billion, fected them. Sonenshein says although out his career. At 36, Brown was according to the Center of Budget “Facts are facts; they’re numbers. Whitman is drawing from her elected governor, making him the and Policy Priorities. But when the numbers are attached to personal assets to finance her youngest at the time. If reelected, “It doesn’t matter restoring the a face and a voice, that’s when people campaign, she is also focusing he will be the oldest governor of Daily Titan money to us if K-12 are cut, because are going to care,” Herrera said. heavily on fundraising. Soneshein California to date. Editorial then people aren’t going to be able to “We have to show people that we also pointed out that Poizner is Whitman on the other hand make it here regardless,” Herrera said. care and that we won’t sit idly by,” said contributing to his campaign out has been a successful business- Executive Editor Sergio Cabaruvias Herrera is also discontented with M.E.Ch.A member Andy Olea. of pocket as well. He has ponied woman and held important po- Managing Editor Jeremiah Magan the way the issue is being handled. up $19 million so far. sitions within major companies. News Editor Katelin Paiz If elected governor of California, News Editor Laura Barron-Lopez Herrera said that she feels as though While the practice is not un- News Editor Donald C. Stefanovich students and their education are be- common among politicians with Whitman will be the first woman Opinion Editor Skylar Smith ing treated like a business. Students the means to do so, Soneshein to occupy the seat. Detour Editor Brittny Ulate are paying more and getting less – less feels it’s only a small piece of the “You feel hopeless voting,” Nina Sound-Off Editor Meghan Alfano classes to choose from and less class political puzzle. said, adding the she doesn’t know Features Editor April Ehrlich time due to furloughs. “Big money candidates do not if it will even lead to change. Sports Editor Simon Liang “I’ve had professors tell me ‘I feel always win in California because California has other inde- Asst. Sports Editor Gilbert Gutierrez sorry for you. I made it less hard this their message has to be good and pendent parties who have also Copy Editor Ashleigh Johnson semester for you’ and it makes me they have to be able to handle nominated their candidates for Copy Editor Adrian Gaitan angry. I didn’t pay more so that they debates and issues,” Sonenshein the coming elections, however Copy Editor Danielle Flint third party candidates rarely share Photo Editor Christa Connelly could teach me less,” Herrera said. said. Photo Editor Nick Marley Herrera said that since students are If Whitman were to win the much of the spotlight while in Design Editor Kristen Hulsey being asked to pay more for tuition primaries, she will most likely face the shadow of Republicans and Design Editor Shiori Nakamura and professors are being asked to take Brown in the general elections in Democrats. Design Editor Bianca De La Rosa furloughs and get a 10 percent salary November. “Just because she works for big Multimedia Editor Isa Ghani deduction, Chancellor Reed should “It’ll be a real example of an ex- businesses, what does she know Multimedia Editor Anne Beck also do the same. Chancellor Reed perienced political figure versus a about schools? About school bud- Online Editor Damon Lowney earns $362,500, receives housing and novice in politics who has a lot of geting?” Nina said. Editor at Large Christine Amarantus a $12,000 car allowance, according to money and can promote a busi- Nina said she will consider Adviser Jason Shepard the CFA Web site. 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Copyright ©2010 Daily Titan March 2, 2010 3 Meditate: Just breathe By JENNIFER KARMARKAR in his lower spine had left Vidal Both Vidal and powerlifter Nhan Daily Titan Staff Writer with sciatica and chronic back and are students in Cal State Fuller- [email protected] leg pain. Doctors prescribed mul- ton kinesiology professor Patrick tiple pain medications but the pain Freeman’s Hatha yoga classes. A Visualize the lift. Breathe in... was still so severe that some days he yoga-devotee since age 12, Freeman Breathe out. Grip the bar... Lift. was barely able to crawl to the bath- stresses a multi-disciplined approach It’s a routine that powerlifter Huy room. to yoga and meditation. Nhan, 24, kinesiology strength and “At first I was just so angry,” Vidal “A lot of people in the west think conditioning major, has performed recalled. “Why me? Why do I have of yoga as what you do at 24 Hour hundreds of times while preparing to this pain? Why do I have to take all Fitness or at the rec center,” Freeman Graphic by Kristen Hulsey deadlift 575 pounds. He incorporat- these pills? Why am I stuck in this said. But to an advanced yogi, that’s Daily Titan Design editor ed the visualization and deep breath- position?” “basically kindergarten.” ing techniques into his routine three That’s when Vidal began search- “It’s still very good; it’s good for years ago to improve his concentra- ing for an alternative way of life. At the health of our body and, for some tion, with surprising results. the suggestion of a friend, Vidal be- people, that’s all they want out of “I’ve gotten a lot stronger from gan to meditate. yoga and that’s fine,” Freeman said. it,” Nhan said. “I feel a lot healthier Soon he began to notice subtle “The cool thing about yoga is that from it and my grades are actually a changes: his digestion improved, he you can take from it whatever you lot better as well.” was sleeping better, his mind was want...It’s not a religion; it’s a system The 5’10”, 250 pound Nhan, calmer. of scientific principles designed to who is training for his first power And there was an added benefit: still the restless mind.” competition, uses diaphragmatic his test-taking skills improved. Freeman said humans think more Pills for class concentration breathing and imagery meditation “Meditation can definitely bring than 60,000 thoughts a day. Yoga By Juliana D. Campbell “Some side effects include increased heart rate, prior to each lift. He also meditates your stress level down to the point and meditation teach techniques Daily Titan Staff Writer increased blood pressure, constriction of blood ves- throughout the day to stay focused that when you get in (the classroom), like relaxation and concentration to [email protected] sels, increase of glucose in blood, restlessness and in- and calm. you can be relaxed,” Vidal said. slow down those thoughts. somnia,” said Laguna. “Serious side effects include He is in good company. Long- It’s midnight, you’re exhausted from eight hours of increased body temperature, irregular heart rate, car- considered the providence of man- class and you still have 15 chapters to read. Your stom- diovascular failure, and seizures.” tra-chanting monks and mystics, ach hurts and you have a headache. You sweat just According to Laguna, there have been a few stud- today more Americans than ever be- thinking about what you have to do and in order to ies conducted that have examined Adderall misuse. fore practice yoga and meditation as focus, you grab “study-enhancers,” such as Adderall, or For example, approximately six to 10 percent of stu- a path to physical and mental well- energy pills, and try to concentrate. dents nationally have misused Adderall for studying, being. Caffeine is the most common drug amongst college while Adderall misusers typically have alcohol-relat- According to a survey by the Na- students and many are aware of its detrimental side ef- ed problems (i.e., binge drinking). Adderall misusers tional Center for Complementary fects. However, not so many know about the downsides include more males (14.4 percent) than females (9.1 and Alternative Medicine, nearly to energy pills and study-enhancing drugs. percent), more white (14.5 percent) than non-white 13 percent of adults practice deep Increasing in popularity, Adderall is not an uncom- (6.1 percent) and more students residing with the breathing exercises, more than nine mon prescription drug used to help students concen- Greek system (53.9 percent) than those residing on percent meditate and six percent trate in class and do better on tests. campus (14.5 percent) or those who reside off cam- practice yoga. Adderall, or amphetamine-dextroamphetamine, was pus (seven percent). The findings were reported in a first marketed in the 1960s as the diet pill of choice. Those who want to avoid Adderall attempt to stick 2009 article by the American Medi- It is currently classified as a stimulant medication and to other studying habits. cal Association. appetite suppressant and is mostly used to treat both “Usually when I have an exam, I just cram,” said Kinesiology major Justin Vidal, attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit Barbra Cembrano, a 24-year-old illustration major. 21, began meditating more than a hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although Adderall may be a bad choice to study year ago as an alternative to taking Adderall stimulates the central nervous system by with, other substances such as energy pills aren’t any increasing the release of chemicals such as dopamine better and can even be worse. pain medications. Herniated discs Photo COURTESY MCT Meditation can be practiced anywhere, even your own living room. and norepinephrine in the brain. These chemicals, or For example, some students take caffeinated diet neurotransmitters, help the brain send signals between pills as an alternative to sugar-filled beverages. How- nerve cells. The drug helps restore the balance of these ever, there is one unforeseen problem with caffeine neurotransmitters to the parts of the brain that control in diet pills: the amount of caffeine can be equal to Hikers should beware and prepare the ability to focus and pay attention. two or three cups of coffee. When that is added to “Yes, they do make an individual more alert, but at the already caffeine-enriched student diet of soda what cost?” said Dr. Patti Laguna, sport psychology pro- pop and Red Bulls, it can increase a student’s heart By Christine Amarantus and the tide inched nearer. I began now?), we would soon be lost in the to panic as I became more dizzy. I dark. And yet, we had no idea where fessor. “The lack of sleep, especially with long-term use, rate and blood pressure and can induce insomnia and Daily Titan Editor at Large can be extremely dangerous.” anxiety. [email protected] began taking mental notes of spots to climb out. where I could pass out. Little did I I gave up. “Call 911,” I told Bran- The side effects of Adderall may not be noticed the “If you need to stay up late take a cold shower, run A wise person knows her limits. I, realize, this was a sign of sun stroke. don. first few times, but as time progresses, users are capable around, turn up the music and open up a window,” however, am far from wise. When we could finally detect the I was out of ideas. of experiencing repercussions. suggested history major Tondra Russell. The wreckage of the S.S. Domina- Dominator’s silhouette in the dis- He dialed the number, just as tor, a Greek freighter that ran ashore tance, we were struck with a brief concerned as I was. The dispatcher off of Palos Verdes, is said to be a fair- ray of hope, and hurried to it as heard the story: We were dehydrat- ly easy walk from Bluff Cove, with quickly as possible, which is not say- ed, sun stroked, lost. occasional boulder-hopping and ing much, considering our faintness “Just keep walking,” she says. the possibility of tripping over seal and the effort it took to get over the “You’ll be fine.” carcasses. After looking over some rocks. After ending the call, Brandon’s hiking Web sites describing the trail At that point, the shipwreck was phone beeped, signaling that it with rave reviews from other hikers, anticlimactic. I was more interested would soon run out of battery. we embarked on what we expected in getting out of that place. Suddenly, a beacon of hope arose to be a day at the beach. The sky grew dark and the sun from nowhere: lit cigarettes. People Thinking we were only going to cast rainbow-like shimmers across could be maybe 100 feet ahead of encounter sand, I wore sandals — the horizon. Without flashlights (I us. rookie mistake number one. forget, what number rookie mis- We cried for help and climbed We had also forgotten to bring take would we be on toward the lights. A pair of surfers, water, sun screen or hats of any Sean and Sean, answered our call. kind. On top of all that, I We felt stupid telling them didn’t charge my phone, so about getting lost and not a quarter mile into the trek bringing water. my phone’s battery died. “It happens to the The first leg of the best of us,” they said as journey was as pleasant they handed us their as could be. We walked canteens, and led us down the hill, onto the out of there. beach and past many What should be surfers enjoying the taken from this cau- waves. tionary tale is to al- Then, it snuck up on ways be prepared. me — I started to get Always remember the really thirsty. By mid- essentials. day, the sun rose from Have water and behind the cliff and maybe some food, wear gleamed right into our sturdy-soled shoes and eyes as we stumbled along. dress in layers. Practice on As our trek continued, shorter trails before taking on the sun descended into the ocean Graphic COURTESY MCT the longer, more strenuous hikes. 4 March 2, 2010 Nerdgasm “Exploring the highs and lows of nerd culture.”

Should addiction be medically considered a disease? ‘Shutter’ crap more drugs to those suffering from argument has little evidence behind addiction problems. it and is backed by people who know by Ashleigh Johnson lywood executive is going to rape your Nearly all addiction treatment little or nothing about addiction. Daily Titan Copy Editor dog. WHAT DO YOU DO? centers actually believe that what When treating addiction as if it [email protected] Solution: The main character did it. they are doing is right, although were a moral failure of an individ- He/she has Multiple Personalities Dis- it is all based on false statements. ual, few people recover. However, “Shutter Island” has been a huge order (or Dissociative Identity Disor- When doctors say that addiction is when it is treated for what it really success for director Martin Scorsese der, if you want to be hip and with the “treatable” they mean that you can is, a chronic disease, more people and actor Leonardo DiCaprio. I don’t times). Now sit back, relax and enjoy take drugs to stifle your symptoms, come out clean, especially when put mean to drop a metaphorical deuce on some margaritas. when in actuality, there is not a sin- into programs that are reoccurring. their success – wait, no, sorry. I totally Problem: You wrote a full-length gle one that can cure the problem. People just do not willingly search do. script and are reading through it again By James Gobee Addicts say that they can’t con- By Michael Arellano out ways to destroy their own bod- The movie has all the trappings of a only to realize that it’s not interest- Daily Titan Staff Writer trol their impulses and because they Daily Titan Staff Writer ies because they are morally weak. good thriller/atmospheric-horror/talk- ing/convoluted enough. WHAT DO [email protected] [email protected] are born with a genetic predisposi- One-hundred million people didn’t ing picture: it has an engaging plot, in- YOU DO? tion. It’s not a choice. die in the 20th century because teresting (likeable is admittedly a bit of Solution: Give the main character “Addiction seems to be the only Psychologist Gene M. Heyman, While the first choice to take an they weren’t morally strong enough a stretch) characters, spooky settings, amnesia; make the plot about him/ disease you can get yelled at for author of “Addiction: a Disorder addictive material, such as a drug, to stay away from tobacco. blah blah blah. And then we get to the her figuring out the plot. Remember: having: ‘Damn it Johnny, you’re of Choice,” told the Boston Globe is decided wholly on the individual, More people need to do their re- end. everyone loves amnesia! Amnesia is to an alcoholic!’ ‘Damn it Johnny, about addictive substances, which once that person becomes addicted search on addiction and see how it Over the years, psychology has be- Hollywood suspense films what apple you have lupus!’ One of those two these days are said to include food, to that item, it becomes a disease. affects people. They need to get to come a sort of a dues ex machina for pie is to America. doesn’t sound right,” the late co- the Internet and all manner of oth- “Drug addiction is a chronic, know a recovering addict to experi- screenwriters; a “Get Out of Jail Free” Problem: Your script is not weird median Mitch Hedberg once said. er things that cause changes in the relapsing brain disease that is ence what their daily struggle is like. card when they write themselves into enough. You must add more weird Being addicted to something brain and make it almost impos- characterized by compulsive drug- Many today believe that addic- a corner. shit. WHAT DO YOU DO? is, at least at one point in time, sible to exercise restraint. seeking and use,” the National In- tion is a moral failure as they do not It’s easy to see why. Whereas society Solution: Make one of the charac- a choice. One had to choose to “The critical question is whether stitute on Drug Abuse reported. know an addict, so they do not un- has a pretty good grasp on some areas ters (preferably the antagonist, but feel take a drink, snort a line, spike a these changes ... block the influence By compulsive drug-seeking derstand what it is like for addicts, of study, psychology remains a largely free to make it the protagonist if you’re needle, etc. of the factors that support self-con- and use, they mean that this be- leaving no room for sympathy. uncharted territory. Furthermore, feeling sassy) schizophrenic. Only The people that have deemed trol,” Heyman said. “My hunch is havior does not involve the per- The truth of addiction is that it while demons and vampires can be when you’re doing research about the addiction a “disease” are the same that if drug-induced brain changes son’s conscious brain. severely damages the brain, leading dismissed as imaginary creatures, the disease, don’t look at any valid medi- people that are benefiting from do not block the influence of costs So if a person who is addicted to to a loss of self control and a person’s idea that one’s own mind – which is cal sources. Rather, use soap operas pushing this viewpoint onto the and benefits on drug use, then a drug does not consciously choose ability to make sound decisions. supposed to help rather than hinder and older horror movies. No one will American public. It’s the ineffec- Internet-induced brain changes do to use that drug, how can anyone Addiction is not fully viewed as a – can turn against us is, frankly, ter- know the difference! tive treatment centers that contin- not make turning off your comput- deny that addiction is a disease? disease, but other similar unhealthy rifying. Or at least it would be, if at I’m picking on “Shutter Island” uously re-admit people into detox er impossible.” Addiction not only affects behavioral choices have, such as this point the idea wasn’t so cliché and because it’s the most recent example facilities and drug rehab programs, People frequently quit their ad- the way that a person processes diabetes and hypertension. overused. of a long history of Hollywood us- therapists and other doctors who diction for reasons such as family thoughts, but it also slows down All of these deal with life choic- “The Diagnostic and Statistical ing stereotypes about the mentally ill now have a client for a lifetime and relationships, economic pressures, the metabolic rate of the brain, es and some form of addiction, Manual of Mental Disorders” is basi- to mend plot holes. Well, that and pharmaceutical companies who legal pressures, etc. These are the just as heart disease slows down whether it be food, anger or drugs, cally a book that gives information because “Shutter” manages to take all make billions off of the drugs they kinds of things that influence deci- the metabolic rate of a heart. and all have physically debilitating about every recognized mental illness. three clichés and smelt them together prescribe for them. sions, but these are not things that Diseases and addiction are simi- results if left untreated. It’s also a buffet of plot devices for to form an ending that can only be de- I find that last one most dis- influence symptoms of real disease lar in the fact that they disrupt the If people began to understand screenwriters. scribed as similar to pulling a delicious turbing because it doesn’t take a like turrets syndrome, schizophre- normal, healthy functioning of an what addiction is, and make an Problem: Your main character is be- chocolate cake out of the refrigerator college graduate to know that pre- nia or Alzheimer’s disease. organ, can be cured, and if left un- attempt to understand a person ing pursued by an insane serial killer only to have someone set you on fire. scription drugs are one of, if not Addiction starts with a choice, treated could lead to death. who has gone through it, the truth who is also targeting everyone that said Most films depicting mental illness the biggest, drug abuse problems which is when behaviors or activi- What’s surprising though is about addiction being a disease will main character knows and loves. The will also rely on the insta-cure to make in the country. Doctors and treat- ties are influenced by their conse- how many Americans still believe become less debatable and more time has come to unmask the identity everything all better after it’s revealed ment centers keep prescribing quences. that addiction is not a disease. This widely accepted. of the serial killer, and if it’s not shock- that one of the characters is insane. ing enough, some high-powered Hol- “Shutter Island” is no exception. For your consideration ...

Writer discusses her top crushed and may never happen when something that the real world does five picks among the Best reality sets in, or, it could mean that a not offer. Sidibe who is articulate and Picture Oscar nominees middle-aged someone who runs away intelligent in interviews, courageously from responsibilities and constantly portrays a character whose deep and travels does not know how to grow drawn-out voice and typically non- by Ashley Luu up and loses opportunities as people attractive characteristics makes any Daily Titan Staff Writer viewer empathize and care about her [email protected] change and move on without him. The dialogue is superb and as char- difficult situation. “Precious” is a high- acters converse with each other, every ly dramatic film that wraps a viewer’s “Avatar” conveys how technologi- line, whether serious or sarcastic, ebbs attention into this difficult journey cally advanced we have become and and flows. You never expect what they of a young woman who struggles to influences the next generation of will say, nor do you challenge their gain the love and respect that every- hardcore filmmakers to keep pushing opinions or perceptions of life. Every one deserves. After watching this film, forward. Never before in my life have character is flawed just like the rest of you should count your blessings and I come out of a movie theater speech- us, and the mistakes they make are hope that there are options for those less because a film has left me awe-in- genuinely possible for everyone else who are oppressed and feel like there spired. It conceptually revolutionizes to make. is nowhere else to go. cinema because it combines live-ac- “The Hurt Locker,” a highly Even though “Up” is an unlikely tion with motion-capture, animation praised film, is a strong contender win for Best Picture, I approve of its and other technologies, and the story for its raw intensity, realistic shots universal appeal to those who have and beautiful visuals suck you into a and dramatic sequences. Based on thoughts of escaping from their lives foreign civilization among the Na’vi the bestselling book, “War is a Force when it gets too mundane, stressful or tribe. It is not a perfect film and view- That Gives us Meaning,” New York frustrating. It’s an adorable, colorful, ers might suggest that the storyline Times war correspondent and jour- emotional and lovable film that caters is too simple and several characters, nalist Chris Hedges provides a great to all ages. Rarely would an animated like Dr. Grace Augustine and Parker theme to the film by stating, “The feature film be selected for best- pic Selfridge, are underdeveloped. I agree rush of battle is a potent and often le- ture with two unique lead characters: the film was rough around the edges, thal addiction, for war is a drug.” The a grumpy old man who no longer but it overcompensated by including film also adds a interesting touch to appreciates life, and a chubby child breathtaking graphics, strong acting the nominees because it is attached who wants someone to appreciate from the two leads and a well-told to female director Kathyrn Bigelow, him. This imaginative film has a well- story. who happens to be James Cameron’s developed and gratifying story that “Up in the Air” is not nominated ex-wife. Spicy. takes you on an adventurous journey for its special graphics or entertaining I know, all you want to do is sob toward self-reflection and the love for shock value. It is a story that any adult and blow your nose in the intensely life and what it offers. can relate to if they are going through a emotional “Precious” based on a crisis or transition in their lives. Why? novel “Push,” by Sapphire. Gabourey Because it teaches us that adulthood Sidibe makes her acting debut as Pre- can suck, whether you’re someone out cious, an illiterate, obese and preg- of college who thinks they know what nant teen who uses her imagination they replete with five-to-10-year plan, to picture different scenarios where but realizes their hopes and dreams are she is accepted as a human being - March 2, 2010 5

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http://www.dailysudoku.com/ 6 March 2, 2010 Some Olympic sports lack real athletic ability By brian zbysenski How’s that for getting to know No Americans walked away with Daily Titan Staff Writer your teammates? any medals in the event this year, [email protected] Or if that doesn’t seem too out of which is surprising because I would the norm for you, how about a preg- think the poor American diet would During this winter season, I have nant woman curling? only contribute to heavier athletes, watched more Winter Olympics Canada’s Kristie Moore is over which would only help in this than ever before. five and a half months pregnant and, event. It wasn’t just because it was con- in my opinion, shouldn’t be walking By the looks of it, you don’t need stantly running on several different on thin ice and vigorously sweeping to be too physically fit. channels either, but because I was the surface. However, the amazed that some of these games Olympic sports extra layer of fat don’t require any athletic talent. should have an Olympic sports might help if you

Here are a few of the least-known athletic aspect to should have an were to crash. games in the Winter Olympics, them, one with Skeleton – The “athletic aspect to “ some of which give us all that feeling shock value, much opposite of luge. that we too can compete for interna- like NASCAR. them, one with shock The only visual tional bragging rights. Come on, you value, much like difference is that Curling – Yeah I know, most peo- know nobody en- NASCAR you do this on ple have at least heard of curling by joys watching cars your stomach. now, but where else can you find a driving around in It’s basically to- group of men and women with day circles. People want to see crashes. bogganing, so sorry Kristie Moore, jobs sliding a rock down a flat sheet Luge – Another sport I find fas- this may not be a good sport for you of ice in a shuffleboard/dart-throw- cinating. right now. ing hybrid? Microsoft Word must think so First of all, who in their right It’s a fact that three of the four too because it doesn’t even recog- mind would compete in an event players for the men’s United States nize the word. It’s a sport that only called “skeleton” and slide down fro- team have been living in the same the brave, or the completely insane, zen tubes on top of a modified shop- apartment for the past year. would even attempt. ping cart, going head-first into a pile of foam padding? I guess I would if I was guaranteed to make it to the foam. But it must be nice to compete in photos courtesy mct the Olympics while sitting down. The United States curling team of Allison Pottinger (left) Nicole Joraanstad (center) and Debbie McCormick (right) sweep the stone. I don’t see where being physically fit is a requirement here too. strapped to your back, would be if jured. That way, when they come So from clenching too hard, he But being so similar to luge, the skiers didn’t stay stationary to back to the sport, they can have an sometimes wakes up with a stuck wouldn’t it be funny if America take aim and fire. amazing come-back story waiting finger, according to Nbcolympics. didn’t walk away with any medals I would much rather see the ski- for them. com. in this event too? That’s right, they ers still skiing on a downhill slope, But no one gets injured in a game True athletes don’t admit to such didn’t. almost like a drive-by. like curling, right? That would be bogus “injuries.” Especially when Biathlon – My favorite event that Then maybe one day, the U.S. just too embarrassing. you’re acting as the team “skip” by I was introduced to this year. It’s a might have a chance at this incred- Well only in America has that throwing the “pancake” down the mixture of cross-country skiing and ible event. happened. U.S. team captain John ice. good, old-fashioned rifle shooting. France walked away this year with Shuster now has a finger that gets The minimal hand injuries paired The only thing to make this even six medals. locked because he once swept with with the cutesy nicknames will only better, besides the skiing uphill The games should be made for a broom that was one eighth of an justify that curling should be kept as United States’ Wynn Roberts prepares to shoot in the men’s 20 km Biathlon Individual. and downhill in tights with a rifle athletes who are willing to be in- inch too thin. a hobby. The Walk-Off: Beauty and art of coaching basketball Intramural sports offers opportunities nior high), I’ve been lucky enough McCartney, former University of By jenna west “In some cases, there will be difficult for those who commute to finish in first place each year I’ve Colorado football coach, once said. For the Daily Titan enough free agents to form a team. to make themselves available, but coached. As a coach, I try not to get too ex- [email protected] Last semester, a free agent team won it is possible. Freshman Marquel Three years, three titles. Phil Jack- cited after victories, but I can’t help the championship,” Beltran said. Jones, an electrical engineering son who? it. At the Student Recreation There is one thing that a team major, made it possible. In all seriousness, its been a bless- And I try not to beat myself up Center (SRC), the sound of strives for in the championship: This is Jones’ first year of ing, really. too much after losses, but I can’t tennis shoes screeching across bragging rights. Geography major playing five-on-five basketball I’ll be the first to admit that I help it. the wooden floor and the pulse Nicholas Firsich and his team have through the intramural sports haven’t exactly had to coach the pre- Losses are always tough to swal- of a dribbling basketball echo won the championship in soccer for program. Looking to try-out for Emilio Estevez Mighty Ducks. low for the simple fact that there’s throughout the building. These the past three years. the CSUF basketball team, Jones I’ve had my fair share of players always a part of me that assumes the are not the players of a collegiate “It’s mainly about bragging rights, pushes to challenge himself. As By brian whitehead who were already pretty darn good, blame. basketball team but an intramu- and the t-shirt feels like an accom- a commuter, he did not want to Daily Titan Staff Writer as well as kids who possessed the There’s always something I didn’t ral sports team, composed of tal- plishment. Not many people get to stay unless the game was taken [email protected] natural athleticism and ability to see, or something I could’ve done ented student-athletes competing wear that shirt,” Firsich said. seriously. succeed on their own. something differently. Naturally, for something other than a trip to Intramural sports provide stu- “Next to playing at the col- Hall of Fame coaching legend However, for every natural athlete whether we lose by one or by 100, I the NCAA Final Four. dents with an enjoyable source of legiate level, intramural sports is John Wooden once said, “A coach I had, I had a handful of kids who can’t help but feel like I let my kids The SRC gives Cal State Ful- exercise and employment. Whether the next best thing,” Jones said. is someone who can give correction were anything but. down. It’s a taxing job, it really is. lerton students an opportunity you are in the game or on the side- Jones enjoys the program be- without causing resentment.” With The majority of my kids lacked However, as Vince Lombardi to perform on a competitive or lines, just because it is not at an in- cause it is more team-oriented this in mind, being a coach – a bas- basic coordination, athleticism, and once said, “It’s not whether you get amusement level in sports such tercollegiate level does not mean it’s and provides an opportunity to ketball coach, in particular – isn’t ability. knocked down, it’s whether you get as basketball, soccer, flag football not entertaining. stay in shape and improve. The easy. Having said that, these particular back up.” and softball through the intra- “Unexpected things can happen, CSUF intramural sports program Between the kid who travels ev- players always made up for their in- At the end of the day, I don’t do it mural sports program. it gets very intense,” Firsich said. presents fitness for those looking ery time he touches the ball, the kid abilities with unteachable heart, will for the winning. Intramural Sports Coordina- “Blood is drawn.” to play at the competitive and who falls down every time he runs and effort. Ultimately, there’s no better feel- tor Albert Beltran revealed the Firsich is an athlete and supervi- entertainment levels. at full speed, the kid who shoots any “There is no substitute for guts,” ing than seeing every kid develop benefits intramural sports offers, sor of the soccer league, score keeper, “Next to playing at the col- and every time he’s within 25 feet of Paul Bryant once said. throughout the course of the season. other than physical health. and official of the intramural sports legiate level, intramural sports is the basket, the clumsy big kid who With two practices a week and Of course, winning is the imme- “Working out and playing program. He sets up meetings, plac- the next best thing,” Jones said. jumps for a rebound and doesn’t a couple games every weekend for diate goal, but in the grander scheme sports overall makes you feel well es free agents onto teams, creates the Jones enjoys the program be- even graze the ball and the kid who three to four months, it’s nearly im- of things, a coach’s underlying goal is and is a good stress relief,” Bel- schedule for the workers and refer- cause it is more team-oriented doesn’t quite comprehend the idea of possible to not become emotionally to leave each kid, regardless of skill tran said. ees and hands out championship t- and provides an opportunity to dribbling, there are a lot of obstacles attached to these kids. set, better than he was when you got CSUF students, faculty and shirts. stay in shape and improve. The to overcome in order to be a success- You work with them at practice, him. staff can sign up for the intramu- “It’s a great experience, you meet CSUF intramural sports program ful coach. joke with them, find out what’s go- As cliche as it sounds, a 10-win, ral sports program for one fee of great friends and make great memo- presents fitness for those looking Somehow, I’ve managed to do so. ing on at school, encourage them to first-place season lasts a couple $60 with their team members. ries,” Firsich said. to play at the competitive and See, I’ve coached 12 and 13-year- work their tails off for the sake of months, but giving your kids a new Do not be discouraged if you do One of the main difficulties Bel- entertainment levels. olds for three of the last five years, the team, help get them comfortable found love and appreciation for bas- not have a team, the free agent tran and his staff face is providing “If you want to have fun, build and though every new season posed in their own skin, then watch them ketball lasts a lifetime. process allows individuals to be game times that work with the staff a skill or craft, go into intramural its own unique and daunting chal- succeed on the court. Sure, being a coach isn’t easy, but drafted to a team. and participants’ schedules. It is more sports,” Jones said. lenges (say, losing your best player “All coaching is, is taking a player being an influential and supportive because he was flunking out of ju- where he can’t take himself,” Bill figure in each kids’ life is.