Monday, August 24 - Thursday August 27, 2020 The Student Voice of California State University, Fullerton Volume 108 Issue 1 Cal State Universities face SPECIAL years of financial uncertainty EDITION COVID-19 Issue INSIDE ELIZA GREEN / DAILY TITAN The palm tree lined walkway between the Titan Student Union and the Nutwood parking structure at Cal State Fullerton. A hiring freeze and cost- for the California State Universi- March, the economic impact will some layoffs of valued employees The current economic situation cutting eforts were applied ties, Chancellor Timothy White likely extend well past then. across the system, we believe it is has been compared to the 2008 throughout the system. warned of at least three years of COVID-19, which has wreaked possible to minimize the number recession, which, along with be- economic uncertainty within the both economic and emotion- of layoffs without seeking to ne- ing a national disaster, incited tu- CSUs. al havoc, sent the CSU into a fi- gotiate a furlough program with ition increases and staff furloughs KARINA GUTIERREZ At a town hall on Wednesday, nancial downturn when it forced our labor unions this fiscal year,” within the CSU. From 2008 to JESSICA BENDA White said that although the CSU schools online in March. In July, White wrote. “Thus, with our cur- 2011, the CSU reduced the num- Editors is going into the first year “reason- White sent out an email to facul- rent understanding of our bud- ber of its employees by 8.8%, and ably well-prepared financially” ty and staff regarding impending get from the state, we do not plan the chancellor’s office reduced CSU Chancellor says it could with the help of reserves and the layoffs and warning of the fiscal to negotiate a furlough program management personnel by 11%. take three years to financially re- Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Eco- challenges. for this fiscal year, but it is most cover from Covid-19. nomic Security Act, also known “While, regrettably, there have likely necessary in fiscal year As the fall semester kicks off as the CARES Act, money from been and may continue to be 2021-22.” SEE MONEY 2 Volleyball bonding beyond the court Pep up With the season postponed, teams, had their 2020 season women to learn about them- affirmation. CSUF fnds ways to stay postponed due to the COVID-19 selves?” Preston said. “I real- “We have so many differ- connected through Zoom. pandemic. ly realized and I had to check ent people on our team, and Before the announcement was myself through these moments. I think it’s good to talk about the new made on July 29, all CSUF fall Like, what am I doing as a wom- it. You have to realize where JORDAN MENDOZA sports were unsure what was an, especially as a black wom- your other teammates are com- Editor going to happen at the start of an, to uplift my young women ing from, and it’s important to their seasons. In hopes of be- and also show them representa- know what’s going on in the semester If last season was any indica- ing prepared, Preston said she tions of women that they would world and it’s important to edu- tion, Cal State Fullerton volley- wrote down in her journal what never maybe come across?” cate our young woman,” Polster ball was poised for success this she and the coaches would do The topics discussed range said. “Volleyball is a lot of their year. for any scenario. from the effects of the pandem- lives, but there is something be- Here’s a five-step guide With 17 total wins in Ashley While it was not what the ic to racial and social justice yond that.” to get motivated during Preston’s first four years as head team had hoped for, the an- issues going on in the coun- Part of helping educate the coach, the Titans made tremen- nouncement from the Big West try. Senior outside hitter Alicia team is that every Friday the this virtual semester. dous strides as they went 12-15 board of directors allowed the Dennis said the conversations coaches invite women from dif- last year. Although they fin- coaching staff to develop a plan, between the team were much ferent career fields to talk on ished seventh in the Big West and it is not just focusing on needed, with assistant coach their Zoom meetings. One of standings, it was their best fin- volleyball but rather it’s educat- Nicole Polster adding that the those speakers included Romar- TAYLOR ARREY ish since 2012. ing and building up the young coaches wanted to create a safe ilyn Ralston, program director Asst. Editor However, the chance to fur- athletes on the team. space for everyone to say what of Project Rebound at CSUF. ther improve on the court is on “It really came down to OK, they want to say, which includes pause, as they, like many other what would we want our young words of encouragement and SEE TEAM 8 At the start of a normal fall semester, students would be bustling to class, cars would be racing to find a parking spot and professors would be greeting students in a lec- ture hall. Needless to say, fall 2020 will be much dif- ferent. As you begin to nav- igate the world of virtual in- struction and prepare for class meetings, we’re here to help you find something that you might be currently lacking: motivation. With only 239 classes ap- proved for in-person instruc- tion, the majority of Cal State Fullerton’s student popula- tion will face schedules based entirely on virtual learning. While the prospect of learn- ing from home seems won- derful — wearing pajamas to class, sleeping in and nap- ping during breaks — the ab- sence of a steady school rou- tine can cause students to feel unmotivated. This guide in- cludes tips to help you create a positive home environment that fosters motivation and a strong work ethic for the start KASON CLARK / DAILY TITAN of online classes. The Cal State Fullerton women’s volleyball huddled up during a timeout at a game in Titan Gym. SEE PREPARE 4 FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM 2 News MONDAY, AUGUST 24 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2020 Money: Chancellor says layoffs are inevitable CONTINUED FROM 1 the current year,” Relyea said. “Financial need not only sus- paying staff and faculty. he acknowledged that it would On Wednesday, White said “We’ll see what’s going to hap- tained, but went up for most of “Of course, there are services not completely solve the prob- that the CSU has been attempt- pen in years two and three.” our students and their families and materials that are not of- lem. He also urged any students ing to combat the COVID-19 Relyea said the state’s cut to and that even students who do fered because of the pandemic, experiencing any difficulties to losses with a hiring freeze and the total operating budget for not have demonstrated financial and each campus has reviewed contact a faculty member for cost-cutting measures, such as this year is a little over 4.5%, and need before the pandemic did and will continue to review those assistance. the halting of travel on state that it was manageable. have it now,” Hong said. specific campus fees on a case- He added that the system funds. The federal CARES Act mon- Many students said they have by-case basis,” he said. “Cam- was working hard in Washing- Steve Relyea, the executive ey had been a help to the system, felt that the programs available puses may make additional fee ton, D.C. to acquire another re- vice chancellor and chief finan- as a large portion of the funds at their respective campuses adjustments for materials ser- lief package as emergency grant cial officer, said that much of the had gone to the students and have become inaccessible, which vices and facilities that just can’t money for students, and will impact will rely on undetermined campuses in response to the rev- sparked concerns for the cam- be provided.” continue to purchase and loan factors such as vaccine availabil- enue shortfall, he said. pus-based fees that were being Technology has also become equipment to those in need. ity and an economic turnaround, Luoluo Hong, the associate charged. For instance, students a source of unease for students “We don’t have enough to leaving it unknown how long the vice chancellor, said that they were charged for athletic fees de- that have struggled to acquire cover everything, we’re mak- CSU will be impacted. recognized the increase in fi- spite the postponement of most the equipment needed for online ing great progress, but I know “In this first year, our goal is nancial need that many stu- sports for the remainder of the learning. there’s going to be some students to really safeguard the quali- dents experienced as a result of year. White said that he will be us- who are going to feel, regretta- ty of education to our students the ongoing pandemic and said Relyea said that the mandato- ing his position as chancellor on bly, that they can’t access what and protect our faculty and staff that services and programs were ry fees were used to provide es- California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s they’re trying to access but we in terms of adverse impact to still available to meet a student’s sential services even when most council to get broadband inter- need them to get a hold of some- them.