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Of 10 students who graduated from Cal State Fullerton’s Bach- elor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts program last May, eight received professional jobs to work onstage. Situated close to Los Angeles and Hollywood, CSUF is ideally located to send students in the entertainment industry. CSUF’s Performing Arts Department has a highly successful rate of placing its students in industry-related jobs immediately after graduation. According to the Perform- ing Arts Major’s College Guide, CSUF’s Theatre Arts program is among “Most Highly Recom- mended Undergraduate Programs” for drama and musical theater and was listed in “Noteworthy Pro- grams” for dance. The department, referred to as the “Carnegie Mellon of the West Coast” by Musical Theater Coor- dinator Eve Himmelheber, fosters competition among its students in order to prepare them for the

See MUSICAL, page 3 CAMILLE TARAZON / Daily Titan The senior class of the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, also known as “The Pre-eminence,” rehearses a skit called the “Fabulous Forties.” Junior performing arts majors sit and observe their peers. Polymask exhibition wows art aficionados Hank Huang’s paintings and drawings showcase expressionist work while gaining new fans

RACHEL MASOCOL Crowds of fans, friends and students showed Daily Titan up to support the artist, who showcased a collec- tion of his expressionist artwork. Hank Huang, 24, an art major emphasizing in The main media he used were oils, oil pastels drawing and painting, opened his art show titled and spray paint that conveyed to the specta- “Polymask” Saturday at the Exit Gallery. tors his artistic abilities. Huang’s drawings and Huang’s paintings and drawings were mod- paintings presented faces drawn from life, skulls, ern and intricate, involving an array of subject houses and other imaginary entities incorporated matter in his artwork. His color palette included into his work. Daily Titan file photo earth tones blended on top of canvases. Viewers When asked what the title of his exhibi- Last semester only 40 of the 100 applicants who applied were accepted into the program. encountered life-sized paintings and drawings as tion signified, Huang explained that “Polymask tall as five feet, accompanied with music by DJs meant that the paintings you saw each had their Cris Holguin and Christopher Garcia. own identity and person, but really it was anoth- Under the microscope “This exhibition included drawings and paint- er aspect of me.” ALVIN KIM / Daily Titan ings that attempted to document how I think our Huang’s paintings “shift into a technological future.” Nursing major remains highly impacted Sabrina Panal, 24, an advertising and Asian- souls shift (biologically and emotionally) as time American studies alumna, said, “There is always a will help them decide where they will flies, specifically into a technological future,” said ROSS WATTERS signature look to Hank’s paintings.” See Art, page 6 Daily Titan want to advance in.” Huang. There is also discussion of a new When the annual list of most im- requirement being introduced into pacted majors is released, past trends the evaluation of students looking to always seem to dominate. Business, be future nurses. criminal justice and communications “We are thinking about requiring Embarking on campaign trail are always at the forefront. But none applicants to interview along with of these majors are currently the most still following the rubric of admis- impacted on campus. That title be- sion,” Otten said. “This will help us Ed Royce prepares A former state senator, Royce also said he was involved in projects includ- longs to the nursing program. choose between two applicants with to run for Congress Requirements for acceptance are similar credentials who we think will ing the establishment of the dorms at difficult and applicants are put under be best fit for the program.” CSUF and the expansion of the library JOEY BECERRA on campus. the microscope more than ever due Even though there is currently a Daily Titan to the saturation of the field. But the nursing shortage in the country, the Royce said he is pleased with the requirements go hand in hand with pay and an aging population are a Congressman Ed Royce is receiving amount of support that he has re- the demand of nursing jobs in the big part of why students are choosing widespread support for his campaign ceived. real world. this career path. An entry-level regis- for representation in the new 39th “I have been humbled by an out- Last semester only 40 applicants tered nurse can make anywhere from Congressional District. pouring of support and encourage- were accepted out of 100 who ap- $42,000 to $50,000 a year. A list of endorsements was released ment from small-business owners, plied in the entry-level Bachelor of “I have spoken to nurses in the Aug. 23 by his campaign group, Ed local elected officials, activists and con- Science in the nursing program. Re- field and a registered nurse starting Royce for Congress. servative Republicans, Independents quirements such as a 3.0 GPA, a good out with an AA degree can make a The list was released via press release and conservative Democratic voters,” academic record and a foundation in minimum of $35 an hour opposed to by Dave Gilliard, Royce’s campaign he said in the press release. the sciences are all a must. But that is a graduate with a bachelor’s degree in consultant. It includes endorsements Howard Vipperman, a La Habra just the bare minimum. other fields who could only be mak- from officials all over Southern Califor- Heights City Council member, is one “The average GPA for incoming ing $15 an hour or even less,” said Lo- nia like Sheriff Lee Baca, LA County of many who gave Royce his endorse- students last semester was a 3.6 for lita Hartono, who is part of the main Board of Supervisors members Mike ment. ALVIN KIM / Daily Titan the BSN program,” said Rebecca Ot- nursing staff at CSUF. For students Antonovich and Don Knabe, and “Congressman Royce called me Ed Royce, the current representative for the 40th Congressional District, will run against ten, Ed.D., a registered nurse. “We such as Mike Almanza, 22, a biology various other members of city govern- personally and requested my endorse- Gary Miller in the primary election next June. evaluate on a structured rubric.” Ot- major, nursing is an intriguing career ments. ment. I appreciate his personal touch,” ten is also a coordinator of pre-licen- path that he considers a challenge and Royce currently serves as congress- said Vipperman. sure nursing programs at Cal State an opportunity for financial stability. man for the 40th District, which con- Vipperman, who also owns a fam- lending to small businesses,” he said. Don Knabe, LA County Board of Su- Fullerton. “I know it is one of the toughest tains parts of Fullerton, Placentia, Cy- ily business called VIP Rubber, said, According to Royce, credit unions pervisors member, said that both Ed A big reason for only a small num- programs to get accepted into and it press and Orange. “(Royce) is honored by the National are currently only allowed a 12 percent Royce and his opponent, Congress- ber of applicants being admitted is is one of the most demanding jobs. The new 39th Congressional Dis- Federation of Independent Businesses. cap on the amount of their lending man Gary Miller (R-Diamond Bar) due the availability of clinical sites for But there is a future in it and that is trict was created as a result of the recent As the owner of a small business in Or- that is designated to small businesses. are suitable candidates for the position. students to gain skills working in the something that is questionable with redrawing of electoral district boundar- ange County, I appreciate Congress- Royce, a former small-business owner, “Both Ed and Gary are capable of real world. other majors,” said Almanza. ies. The district, which contains parts man Royce watching over my business’ focused a lot of his goals on small busi- garnishing those numbers. It’s a real “We would be able to admit more Though the most impacted major, of LA County, Orange County and interests.” nesses, trying to pass laws that would shame that they both have to compete if there were more clinicals for stu- 80 percent of CSUF students who Chino Hills, holds particular impor- If elected, Royce said he will focus increase lending to them in order to against each other,” said Knabe. dents to work in,” Otten said. “Stu- graduate from the program are able tance for Royce. on creating new jobs. help them grow. When asked what Royce’s biggest dents develop skills in hospitals, to land a job within six months of “I grew up in the 39th District and I “I am also working on a bill that See ED ROYCE, page 2 nursing homes and clinicals. This graduation. attended CSUF,” said Royce. will allow credit unions to expand their challenge in winning the election is,

Contact Us at [email protected]@dailytitan.com dailytitan.com September 20, 2011 2 NEWS Brown votes to increase CSU transparency The Senate bill will tity, so with this people will see the cluded the choice of two first-class require California universities being more transpar- airfare tickets or the choice of a ent as like it being another arm (of private aircraft both from Anchor- higher education to being transparent),” said Thara. age, Alaska to Northern Califor- make records public Jason Kim, 27, a CSUF busi- nia. The contract also included ness finance major, didn’t know a details about accommodations at BROOKE McCALL lot about the bill, but “it doesn’t a five-star hotel with a suite and Daily Titan seem like too bad of an idea; (The two single rooms close to the Stan- bill) discloses all the financial re- islaus Foundation. Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill cords of a public school, which I’m Eric Niu, 22, Associated Stu- this month that will require Cali- not sure if they are supposed to be dent Inc. president at CSUF and fornia’s public colleges, including making a profit or not,” said Kim. a business major, was in favor of Cal State Fullerton, to reveal all “Finally, we will have real trans- the recent bill that was passed be- financial records, contracts and parency at our public universities,” cause of the move toward a more correspondences. said Sen. Leland Yee, according to accountable and transparent gov- The AFSCME 3299 Transpar- the Associated Press. Yee (D-San ernment. ency Bill SB 8 requires the govern- Francisco) drafted SB 8. “During this economic crisis ing board of a community college Former Republican Gov. Ar- the students should know how the district and the Board of Gover- nold Schwarzenegger vetoed two universities are using their mon- nors of the California Commu- versions of the SB 8 bill. After ey,” said Niu. nity Colleges to make important three years, the bill was finally The bill will protect the privacy records public. passed Sept. 7. of donors who give money to the It was drafted after the CSU re- The bill will take effect in 2012. foundations. fused to release how much Sarah Professor Sumantra Chakravar- The donors will not be protect- Palin, former Republican Alaska thy, Ph.D., associate professor of ed if they receive a no-bid contract governor, was being paid to speak. accounting, said he is usually in for five years or if they receive Stephanie Thara, Transit Office favor of transparency. “However, I incentives more than $2,500 in representative of the CSU Chan- only hear comments from Demo- value. cellor’s Office, said the new bill crats and not from Republicans. I Jerry De Avila, 19, a computer will put a new level of transpar- think a transparency issue should engineering major, said, “I think ency on all auxiliaries at all the cut across both parties.” in a way it’s good (the SB8 Bill CSUs. The Associated Press reported passed) because then they can keep “Now all the auxiliaries will be that the fundraiser contract with a track of all financial records of obliged to comply with the Public Palin was later released after a every organization here and how Records Act. The universities, we judge ordered it. they’re are getting all their (fund- are always championing for trans- The contract outlined the terms raising) money,” said De Avila. parency and so the auxiliaries are of the speaking engagement where The district and board are being Coutesy of MCT not really part of the university, Gov. Palin was presented with a advised to comply with the SB 8 $75,000 speaking deal, which in- Bill as soon as possible. The Transparency Bill was drafted after the CSUs refused to release information regarding how much Sarah Palin was being they are kind of like a different en- paid to speak at Cal State Stanislaus.

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Robbin Bretzing, the adminis- year with its first program, “The First-time guests enter for free. trative coordinator, has already or- Neuroscience of Conversation: “She will probably break the dered an Italian dish; refreshments Align Business Strategy – Build Wednesday Editorial group into smaller groups and will also be available. Family Relationships.” have discussion from the very be- “It is a chance for family busi- Titan Tusk Force Meet- Editor-in-Chief Michelle Wiebach The program will be presented ginning because, since this one is nesses to be with other family busi- Managing Editor Wesley Nease by Lois Lang, a partner with the about communication, there will nesses to come and meet with other ing News Editor Nuran Alteir Seattle-based consultation firm be a lot of exercises on how to companies that basically have a lot Support a strong campus News Editor Anders Howmann Evolve Partner Group. communicate,” said Hart. of the same issues,” said Bretzing. News Assistant Jaryd Lucero In her presentation, Lang said community by attending this The Family Business Council The program will be held Tues- meeting in the TSU Gabrielino News Assistant Ian Wheeler she will address sub- Features Editor Jessica Druck day from 4:30 p.m. room at 5 p.m. Features Assistant Jessica Rubio jects such as how fam- ... If we learn how to clearly state what to 7:30 p.m. at Scott Detour Editor Krystle Uy ily members need to we need from someone and why we O’Brien Innovation ASIP: Wednesdays Con- Detour Assistant Jeanette Castaneda communicate better in Center, Room 3230 Opinion Editor Joseph Szilagyi order to increase the need it, we will tend to be able to build better of Steven G. Mihaylo cert Series Featuring Mo Opinion Assistant Peter Cornett bottom line for their relationships and therefore be more productive. Hall. 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Main Line (657) 278-5815 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702 Come see the science fiction News Line (657) 278-4415 E-mail: [email protected] film directed by J.J. Abrams and Steven Spielberg in the Advertising TSU Titan Theatre. Director of Advertising Amber VanOrman National Sales & Promotions Daniel Zamilpa Production Assistant Liz Hernandez Friday Production Assistant Tiffany Le Women’s Volleyball vs. Classifieds Manager Stephanie Mercado UC Santa Barbara Webmaster / AE Eric Van RaalteDirector of Advertising Account Executive ElizabethAsst. Swiontek Advertising Director 7 p.m. Account Executive Megan Klute Production Assistant Account Executive Rebecca HansonProduction Assistant Cheer on your women’s volley- Account Executive KathyNational Hamamoto Sales & Promotions ball team in the Titan Gym. Account Executive Andrea Ayala Classifieds Manager Account Executive Dorado QuickSenior Account Executive Account Executive Men’s Soccer vs. Denver Account Executive Cindy Ang Account Executive Account Executive Cathlyn GonzalesAccount Executive 7 p.m. Account Executive Adviser Robert Sage Account Executive Cheer on your men’s soccer Account Executive team as they face off against Main Line (657) 278-3373 Editorial Fax (657) 278-2702Webmaster ALVIN KIM / Daily Titan the Denver Pioneers. Advertising (657) 278-4411 E-mail: [email protected] Ed Royce will be running against Gary Miller for the 39th Congressional District. The new district was created due to Business Manager/Adviser electoral district redrawing and contains parts of Los Angeles, Orange County and Chino. Performing Arts: Dead Man’s Cell Phone sional districts in Southern Cali- isn’t enough time to make it go ...Continued from page 1 The Daily Titan is a student publication, printed every Monday through Thursday. The fornia. Now that these areas have through.” 8 p.m. Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, College of Communications, been redistricted into one area Although Jarvis couldn’t say CSUF administration and the CSUF System. The Daily Titan has functioned as a public According to Matthew Jarvis, that typically votes Republican, who he thought would win the Watch this story of morality, forum since inception. Unless implied by the advertising party or otherwise stated, adver- Ph.D., assistant professor of polit- the two are being forced to run election, he did say, “Royce has redemption and the need to tising in the Daily Titan is inserted by commercial activities or ventures identified in the connect in a technologically advertisements themselves and not by the university. Such printing is not to be construed ical science, the main issue of this against each other for office. a more conservative voting re- election is that it is pitting two in- Royce has shown support in cord.” obsessed society in the Hall- as written or implied sponsorship, endorsement or investigation of such commercial enter- berg Theatre. Single tickets are prises. The Daily Titan allocates one issue to each student for free. cumbents against each other. the past for a referendum that The primary election for the $11. Copyright ©2011 Daily Titan Both Royce and Miller are cur- would undo the redistricting of 39th district will take place next rent representatives of Congres- the area but he said, “There just June.

Daily Titan file photos More than 350 people plan to protest festival founder Hundreds expected to attend American Day. We are here to show our SUSANA COBO However, Alam does not feel others, even though they agree allege that the money made at CANDACE RIVERA culture and heritage to our communi- Daily Titan threatened by the protesters. with protesters, have family in the festival is used to kill people Daily Titan ties,” said Alam. “I do respect their contri- Syria and are afraid of what the in Syria. Alam, owner of Arab Since the first festival, the council has People against the Syrian bution to do the protest,” said government might do to their World Newspaper, is hosting The 16th annual Arab American Festi- worked diligently to prepare for each an- regime are expected to protest Alam. “Everyone has the right family back home. the nonprofit event. val will be held Friday through Sunday in nual festival. Its goal is to maintain and outside at the 16th annual Arab to protest and I respect their Hanan Elaraby, 22, a kinesi- “The money made from the Garden Grove. sustain the success of this event. American Day Festival in Gar- opinion.” ology major, is one of the Face- booths is used to pay for the The founder of the festival said he en- Mahy Vaki said she has attended the den Grove Saturday. expenses used in the festival,” visioned a day where the Arab-American festival in the past. Organizers of the protest said (We are protesting) to show that the Alam said. community could come together to cele- “Everything was good–food and enter- they have reason to believe the The Arab World Newspaper brate their similar heritage, help promote tainment, singers and music. They wel- founder and president of the festival supports the Syria regime. is the the carrier of the alleged a positive image of Arab Americans in the come everyone to join them,” said Vaki. festival supports the Syrian re- It seems like he’s their propaganda tool for rumors toward Alam. U.S., and promote tolerance and under- At the festival there are booths with gime. the regime. Alam is the face for the regime of Ray Saeid, an Arab World standing among Americans. various kinds of ethnic foods, activities Protesters plan to line up Southern California. Newspaper editor, wrote in fa- Ahmad Alam founded the festival and performing artists. near Euclid Park to show vor of the regime. Alam said be- along with a group of Arab-American fig- “We have about 120 exhibitors and Ahmed Alam and supporters of Mohammed Al-smadi cause the revolutionaries killed ures. To achieve this vision, Alam, along about 20 of them are restaurants. You his contributions that most of Protest Organizer the police, Saeid expressed his with a local group of Arab Americans, will find food that is delicious and hard the people in the community support of the regime, oppos- founded the Arab-American Council to find–the best from the Middle-East,” don’t agree with or support the As of Monday, 353 people book users who is not attending the killing of officials. This April 25, 1996. Alam said. “We also have singers and Syrian government. RSVP’d as attending the pro- ing. was used to attack the paper As a nonprofit organization, it is dedi- dancers that will entertain you until clos- “(We are protesting) to show test, 397 RSVP’d as not attend- “I honestly don’t like politics and in turn the owner, Alam. cated to the social, cultural and economi- ing.” that the festival supports the ing and 1,400 Facebook users and try not to get involved into Saeid resigned because he cal advancement of the Arab-American Over a 14-year period, 650,000 people Syria regime,” said Mohammed who were invited still haven’t matter that I don’t know too didn’t want to put the newspa- community in America. The council does have attended the festival. Al-smadi, one of the organiz- responded, according to the much about,” said Elaraby, who per under pressure, Alam said. not discriminate against race, political al- The festival will be held in Euclid Park ers of the protest. “It seems like protest event page on Facebook. is of Palestinian decent. Alam said the festival has liances or religion. located at 11041 Stanford Ave. Friday he’s their propaganda tool for Al-smadi said there are two Others aren’t attending for been held for 15 years and was “This festival is not religious or politi- from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from the regime. Alam is the face for reasons why people won’t take domestic, work-related or other never about politics. cal. It is made to have fun … Most of noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon the regime of Southern Califor- part in the protest. Some are personal reasons. “This is a cultural event, not our audience comes to celebrate the Arab to 9 p.m. Admission to the festival is free. nia.” supporters of the regime, and Some protesting the festival a political event,” Alam said. MUSICAL: Eight out of 10 students get professional jobs OLLI provides lectures and programs for seniors Members have access to workshops and discussions that include topics such as poetry, creative writing, computer education and languages

MARIBEL CASTENADA Hearts and UCI Medical Center workshop and a course titled “Death Daily Titan that offer lectures on what is new in and Dying,” which is coordinated by medicine, the faculty of CSUF also Tony Bell. Members of OLLI are looking for- offer their expertise to the members Also, a special one-time presenta- ward to many lectures to be held in of OLLI. tion, titled “Redistricting California the near future. On Sept. 22, Professor David Bow- After the 2010 Census” and co- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute man, chair and professor of geological sponsored by the League of Women (OLLI) at Cal State Fullerton is a sciences, and Greg Childers, associate Voters, will be held. Among the oth- membership organiza- er free programs are “Keys tion designed for all re- in Retirement,” “Medical CAMILLE TARAZON / Daily Titan tired and semi-retired Series at the Elk Club” Only the most talented and hardworking students are chosen to be part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts program, which is individuals who have a There are hundreds of different things in and “Transitions in Retire- why there is so much competition between students in the Performing Arts Department. thirst to continue their OLLI; whatever your interests are there ment.” education without the is something here, whether it’s physical (there “So that is why people dance juries in three areas: tap, jazz and The department also provides the stress of exams, papers should come. They get a ...Continued from page 1 is tennis and biking) or educational. There are ballet,” Himmelheber said. B.F.A. students with a showcase in or grades. chance to expand their Students in the program receive New York before they graduate, where The Ruby Geron- social groups, performing groups, to science knowledge base and meet they audition in front of a casting di- tology Center, where groups, to water color and ceramics groups. new and exciting people that world outside of the Clayes Performing rector and, hopefully, get picked up. the organization is lo- are alive and active,” Talento Arts Center walls. We start with 125 Peters offers some insight as to why cated, is always buzz- said. Only the most talented and hard- freshmen who the program is so successful. “When ing with the 1,200 Jim Monroe Bowman said that 10 working students are chosen to be part want to be in musical you are teaching and creating artists, OLLI members com- OLLI Member years of working with the of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre you begin attracting the best. It’s the ing and going Monday OLLI organization have Arts program, which is why there is so theater, and by the end of combination of the students that we through Friday. been great and he has much competition between students sophomore year only 10 attract and what we bring to them,” he OLLI hosts a variety of lectures professor of physics, will conduct a found them to be a very “active and in the Performing Arts Department. students are taken into said. from retired specialists. Workshops presentation titled “The 2011 Japan engaged group.” “We start with 125 freshmen who the B.F.A. program. Rose Ouellette, a 2011 B.F.A. pro- and discussion classes include top- Earthquake: Could it Happen Here?” want to be in musical theater, and by gram graduate, now performs in New ics such as poetry, creative writing, “We are going to be talking about the end of sophomore year only 10 York in Ghostlight, which has sold out computer education and foreign lan- the Japan earthquake – why it was Eve Himmelheber students are taken into the B.F.A. pro- its first run. guages. such a surprise, how it damaged the gram,” said Himmelheber. Coordinator Both hard work and her training in “Anything you can find on cam- nuclear power plants and also the The freshmen who come into the the B.F.A. program helped her achieve pus, you can find here,” said Barbara things that went well,” said Bowman. program take a placement audition one-on-one training with voice coach- success, said Ouellette. Talento, 83, a member for 15 years. October will be filled with many in order to assess whether or not they es. They are also required to be in one “I felt prepared to come out here, Funding for OLLI comes from lectures, one of which includes anoth- should pursue one of the 10 B.F.A. CSUF performing arts production ev- greatly thanks to Fullerton. Fullerton the $230 annual dues each member er professor of CSUF, Jason Shepard, spots. ery semester. pushed and challenged me, but these must pay. Dues include full access to assistant professor of communica- The talent of the students varies. Ac- “Undergoing the workload of the learned lessons and obstacles helped all classes offered, a chance to audit tions. Shepard’s presentation “The cording to Himmelheber, some have B.F.A. program is worth it,” said Un- strengthen me as a performer and a a class on campus with the teacher’s Changing Laws and Ethics of Jour- been singing since they were young dergraduate Coordinator Larry Peters. person,” said Ouellette. permission and a parking pass. OLLI nalism” will be Oct. 20. and others performed in one musical “No one is going to come out of B.F.A. Ultimately, most students who au- members feel it’s worth every penny. “I will be talking about the ways in and decided that they wanted to pur- program that isn’t a triple threat.” dition for the B.F.A. program get cut “There are hundreds of differ- which the Internet has changed the sue it as a career. “The industry knows that when after their sophomore year. These stu- ent things in OLLI; whatever your ethics and laws of traditional jour- The B.F.A. program is different someone leaves our department with a dents, who become liberal arts, theatre interests are there is something here, nalism. I’ll focus a lot on my new from B.A. programs that other per- B.F.A., they’ve been vetted all along the or dance majors, still find success out- whether it’s physical (there is tennis book, which examines the history of forming arts schools offer because it is way,” he said. side the program. and biking) or educational. There are journalists trying to protect the ano- highly specialized. According to Him- The department’s high regard for its An explanation for the rest of the social groups, performing groups, to nymity of their confidential sources,” melheber, the program is a structured B.F.A. program isn’t all boasting, how- department’s success can be found in science groups, to water color and said Shepard. “Groups like OLLI are program with very intense study in ever. It has the numbers to back it up. the sense of community that is found ceramics groups,” said Jim Monroe, wonderful ways for professors to con- musical theatre. In an industry where 95 percent of within the department. 63, who has been a member for over nect to wider audiences beyond the “Musical theatre (at CSUF) is like performers don’t make a living wage, Gladys Kares, director of dance a year. students enrolled in their classes.” a triple major. They have to take act- eight out of the 10 B.F.A. students who for the department, said, “The alums In addition to retired specialists, New at OLLI this semester are ing classes, they have to take voice and graduated last May have professional who’ve gone on to form companies of who help coordinate programs with off-campus cooking classes at various movement … and they have to pass jobs, six of which are in New York. their own do employ our people.” St. Jude Medical Center’s Golden retirement communities, an acting

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Dead Pool, it sounded absolutely hys- the coolest style, I became sick to my Many of the choices in the mem- powerful and persuasive tool, Au- terical. drey. stomach. ber’s profile are old, legendary actors I imagined a site where people can If all you were looking for was I can see now the expression on the who are weak and ailing. unleash their annoyances on specific Losing self-respect sex, keep right on doing what you’re victor’s face after winning a tie, prob- I’m talking about someone choos- celebrities and have a bit of fun. doing. ably shouting out in glee, thanking the ing Patrick Swayze because they knew Who wouldn’t want to bet against If you don’t care about the long- lord that so-and-so killed himself over his time was limited. that awful shrew Lindsay Lohan? Dear Audrey, Instead, the shirt comes off and term consequences, send pictures of the other celebrity who just died of old One could only imagine which Rotten Dead Pool is a website If I were a man, I would bang the your breasts are exposed via several your breasts off to every guy in your age. legendary celebrities who are nearing where people sign up and choose 10 hell out of you. SMS messages. contact list. It’s sociopathic fun, that’s what it is. their end will users of Rotten Dead celebrities who they believe will die in But it’s not because I’m capti- Don’t worry, babe, I have not You’re bound to get some action There are even rules that state no one Pool choose to finally croak. vated by your intelligence. It’s not seen these pictures. sooner or later. the next year. can go out and murder someone on Once you’re a registered user, you These people are basically picking because I’m enchanted by your pas- And if I were a man, I would be But you know just as well as I do their list to gain points. their choices in a strategic manner, like can go through their celebrity profile This could very well be just a really sions in life. extremely disappointed to have not that you’ve definitely considered a poker players who pick out the veteran database to choose your 10. cruel attempt at humor, but I’m not It’s definitely not because your gotten a glimpse. relationship with Trevor—some- players from the novices. The website’s rules state that “as laughing. motivation and drive to get any- But I’m sure they’re very, very thing much more personal and inti- They too determine which weak- celebrities die, players with matching The fact that it even needs to be ad- thing you want brings me to my nice. mate than a one-night stand. lings they can exploit. knees in utter admiration and as- And Trevor is one lucky son of a You see him as a potential long- picks earn a point. Ties of score shall dressed means that the website could But it’s not a game, and I don’t see tonishment. bitch to have his very own picture term mate, someone whom you can be settled by closed meeting of the Star be covering their bases just in case it how anyone could have thought it It’s because you’re easy, and I’m fully commit to. Chamber, awarding points based on ever happens. looking for a quickie. Unfortunately, that’s not what he style. Thus, a Kurt Cobain receives far Besides, not every person who signs would be fun to make up something where mean and bored people come to Hey, let’s face it—if I were a man, I’ve never had to saw in you. more credit than a Bob Hope. Here, up and spends all that time picking I’d be a disgusting pig too. You got rejected. Dude, I’ve been age and unexpectedness of death play out their 10 celebrities can be a sane, hope their choices croak soon. I’m not surprised that you’ve show a guy my there! Everyone’s been there at one a hand.” normal human being. And for what? made goo-goo eyes at my friend chest to make him want to point or another. Then at the end of the year when all A tab on the website leads you to There isn’t even any money to get Trevor on several occasions. have sex with and/or get But when you persist by send- of the deaths are added up, the person the “Hall of Fame.” out of this! These people must get a certain sat- Granted, if I were a man, I’m sure involved in a committed ing pictures of yourself naked, or with the highest score wins. This page lists the winners of the you wouldn’t be able to resist my at least topless, the photo caption It doesn’t state what that winner 2010 contest, winners so far for 2011 isfaction out of predicting a person’s six-pack, bulging arms, impressive relationship with me. He might as well say, “I have nothing wins exactly. and a special section dedicated to death and gaining points. package and five o’clock shadow knows I’m not humping else left to offer.” Perhaps a celebration over the fact the awesome people who were lucky What’s next? Internet snuff films that add to my macho manliness. everything that moves There’s a pretty good chance it that their celebrity came through and enough to score 7, 8 or 9 of their 10 where subscribers choose the storyline But it’s not in my nature to crush because I made him may get a guy to have sex with you, died on schedule? celebrities in just one game. for prizes? poor Trevor’s ego, so we’ll just say but the chances that he’ll still re- After reading through the rules I Here’s the creepiest part. People If that already exists I’m getting into for all intents and purposes that he work for it. He has more spect you afterward start slimming became disgusted. aren’t just choosing random celebri- the fetal position. is indeed a very attractive young respect for me. with every SMS he gets. man with everything going for him, So tell me, Audrey, is the sex as far as personality, looks and work worth the lack of respect? ethic are concerned. This is an easy question, but I’ll Studying for a master’s in debt He’s quite the catch, and I ap- or 20 of your rack that you took give you a hint anyway. program are tying themselves to more debt that they will plaud your fine taste in men. just for him on his smartphone I’ve never had to show a guy my ROSS WATTERS probably be paying for years to come. But sweetheart, he’s not inter- for him to ogle at whenever he so chest to make him want to have sex For the Daily Titan For example, a student who pursues an MBA will ested in being your boyfriend. He’s pleases. with and/or get involved in a com- make approximately $8,000 more a year than those with already told you this at least once Although, there is just one lit- mitted relationship with me. A master’s degree only makes you a master of one an undergraduate degree. before. tle problem left, Audrey…HE’S He knows I’m not humping ev- thing: debt. In this economy, pursuing an expensive de- A student who received a graduate degree in liberal I’m sure in relaying this painful STILL NOT INTERESTED IN erything that moves because I made gree is the furthest thing from what a student should do. arts stayed around the same. truth to you he was firm, yet gentle, BEING YOUR BOYFRIEND! him work for it. Unless you are going into business, want to become a It’s probably not worth the time or investment for that as my giant man-hands would be So now what are you going to He has more respect for me. doctor or want further training to be an engineer, a mas- minor increase. Most students acquire debt in the six if they were on your silky smooth do? Well, you can’t ask for the pic- And if he doesn’t want to work ter’s degree isn’t worth the hassle or the money. figures while only making $40,000 dollars a year. This hips. tures back. for it, then I know for a fact that Furthering education and learning is a wonderful could take a lifetime to pay back. And, baby, I say let it go. Shrug it If Trevor was a pig, he could very I’m too good for him and he walks thing, but at what cost? If I wanted an M.A. in literature, Degrees in engineering and medicine were seen as off. Move on. well show them off to all his bro’s at away with nothing. I would read as many works by Shakespeare as I could, worth the work and investment. But the master’s degree If he can’t see into your heart and the bar, whereupon they would all And if you get the answer on my own time. just didn’t hold up. realize what a charming, fantastic give him a manly pat on the back wrong... call me, hot stuff. I like money in my pocket. Those aspiring to be teach- According to Richard Vedder, an economics professor young woman you are, then it’s his and buy him a round or two for the Sincerely, a woman who is so em- ers will have a hard time paying back their loans while at Ohio State University, “Not all degrees are equal.” In loss. You can do better. free show. barrassed by her own gender that looking for work. other words, pursue the graduate degree that will make But no, you’re not going to let If he was a jerk, he could very she’s actually quite relieved she’s I would rather spend my time looking for the right you more money. him get away that easily, are you? well demand you send more SMS not a man. job with my undergraduate degree than submerging my- Even law degrees are seen as not being worth the in- self in debt when my master’s degree won’t guarantee me vestment these days. It used to be common that if you a higher wage. went to law school, a great-paying job and success was Sure, waiting out the troubled economy and honing in your future. But today, the market for attorneys and your skills sounds great. paralegals is one of the most competitive and there are Who wouldn’t want to deepen their knowledge and more people than there are jobs. be able to be more rounded? But the amount most pay If the job market and economy stay in the rut they are for their graduate degree looms large compared to what in, more and more students are going to sit out and go to most grads make. graduate school. The trade for a master’s degree is years of debt and That means there will be increased competition in the financial burden that some will be unable to pay back coming years for jobs where the applicants hold a master’s while they’re still young. degree, and we will be back to the same state we are in now. Students are able to rationalize this decision by believ- More than likely, an increasing number of graduates will ing they will ride the recession out by staying in school have to take jobs with lower wages while drowning in stu- and making their résumé look much more attractive to dent debt. potential employers. Not all degrees are equal. Just having another degree be- According to an article in The New York Times, on hind you doesn’t exactly mean that more opportunities will average it takes a student over a decade to repay student come. loans, and that’s if the student is able to land a decent job A pursuit of a master’s degree should be for the right once they graduate. reason and under the right circumstance. But if it’s not, Students who graduate and go straight into a graduate don’t bother. Say ‘no’ to nursing homes

MIKARI KUGA Didn’t your parents do the same government. Daily Titan thing? Under the Family and Medical Of course, it is important to re- Leave Act, eligible employees are Fashion, diet, sex, troubles at spect your parents’ will. entitled to 12 weeks per year of un- school and sometimes anxiety about If they choose to move into a paid leave for caring for their family, the future. nursing home, then that’s their per- keeping their jobs and health ben- These topics occupy my conversa- sonal choice. tions with my friends and probably However, you should help them efits. your conversations too. financially. With this, you can take care of But what about 20 years from But I would rather be staying with your parents on your own. now? them when the time comes. Taking If needed, hire someone who can What is going to be the common care of your parents is the custom of come to your place and take care of topic with your friends or the people my family. your parents with you. of your age? Work? Maybe about My grandma moved into her If you have an issue with the cost, your kids. mom’s place and took care of her, the AARP introduces a way you can But likely it will be concerning and now my mom is taking care of get paid for being a caregiver. your parents. her mother. It states that if your parents are Your mom and dad might look They don’t live together and my perfectly fine and have no problems grandma can still take care of herself, eligible for Medicaid, its Cash and with their health now, so it is hard yet she takes her to the hospital and Counseling Program will provide to imagine that they are getting old is there to help her when needed. payment directly to you, and if they and weak. There is no reason for me to stop have “long-term care insurance” The reality, though, is that they the custom and abdicate my respon- with “in-home care coverage,” you are. sibility. might be able to get paid. When it comes down to it, what It would be my turn to give them We should make wise decisions would your decision be? back what they have done and show that can assist us in taking care of Sending them an invitation to them what they taught me (and it our parents. move into your place to take care of would be nice if I could pay them them or putting them in a nursing back as well). We should take care of our par- home so that they are taken care of Thus, putting them in a nursing ents because it is the right thing to by others? home would not seem right to me. do. So don’t leave it to someone else; It is not that easy of a decision to Caring for parents is our respon- it is your job to take care of them. make. sibility just like when they took the We share a strong bond and con- My mom stopped working when responsibility to take care of us. nection with our parents as a family. I was born and my parents invested We shouldn’t use our jobs or kids Caring for our parents at home lots of money in me so far. I also as excuses for not taking care of our might be the final gift that we can have a brother and sister, yet they parents. give to our parents. managed to raise us. There might be a point when you Not giving back for what they Instead of seeking their personal reach a limit and find yourself un- desires, they made many sacrifices in able to balance your kids, work and have done for you is the same as order to give me the best opportuni- caring for your parents. showing that the effort and sacrifices ties in life. If that happens, though, there your parents made were waste. I learned the value of the family, are still ways to care for a parent Prove to them that their time in- love and courage from them. provided by services created by the vested was not in vain.

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Album Saves the Day’s daybreak saves no more Emmys

JUSTIN SHANNON Daily Titan

Saves the Day have gone through countless troubles, including lineup changes, label issues, identity crises and personal conflicts. These trials and tribulations have led to the newly released Daybreak, which has its moments, but overall lacks in both creativity and style. The album is a medley of their entire catalog; however, it seems to emphasize the musical components that the band has done wrong and not what helped them influence an entire genre. Courtesy of Fenway Recordings The opening track clocks in at over 10 minutes and seems force- Rock band Saves the Day released their seventh studio album Daybreak Sept. 13 via fully broken into five parts. It Razor & Tie records. With this release, the band struggles to maintain its fan base. starts off promising and gets the listener excited for what’s to come, which every song sounds different, apparent that Saves the Day are on but quickly breaks into various but those songs have the ability to a steady descent from the top of time signatures and melodies that stand on their own. The songs on the mountain. are unnecessary and awkward. Daybreak form nothing but sepa- The most important decision in The track “1984” is the next rate puzzle pieces that could never a band’s career is knowing when to letdown. The song sounds like a fit. call it quits and the reality is, Saves cover of “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” The band known for their the Day need to do so. but with superficial lyrics and is quirky guitar leads, tasteful drum For a prominent band whose in- not relatable. The confusing track beats and lyrics that described the fluence has touched so many, it’s “Chameleon” is reminiscent of angst of life, loss and love did not only courteous to leave fans with a hybrid between the Dave Mat- appear on a quarter of the album. the fondest of memories. Instead, thews Band if they were to per- The other three-quarters of the Saves the Day keeps everyone’s fin- form with the lead singer from album sound like demos from a gers crossed with each new release, Staind. local cover band or songs that are a continuous build-up followed The problem with these songs, skipped while shuffling through by a letdown, and this release is a and the majority of the record, is an iPod. They do not have the prime example of shattered hope. that there’s nothing cohesive to staying power that Saves the Day As Saves the Day falls farther Emmys rise and fall grab onto. Good songs, like “Let albums used to have. out of the spotlight, it only seems It All Go” and “Undress Me,” are It’s understandable when bands natural to notice the correlation The Emmys led an underwhelming award ceremony, capped off by reminiscent of the album Stay release their best material toward between the mediocre songs and awkward moments but were saved by heartfelt acceptance speeches What You Are and focus on Saves the beginning of their careers and the band’s lack of success. the Day’s musical assets, but they are unable to top it, but after their Saves the Day: After listening to Comedy Series. It got to the point won for her role in Mike and Molly stick out like a tuxedo in a dive two previous releases, Under the Daybreak, your fans might feel like where Jane Lynch welcomed the and it was revealed that a beauty bar. There are some records in Boards and Sound the Alarm, it’s they’re at your funeral. audience back after a commercial pageant joke was being made, al- break with an amusing “welcome though the support from her fellow JAMES BEAN back to the Modern Family awards.” nominees coupled with her humble Daily Titan Concert James Blake enraptures fans at music box Indeed, Modern Family pulled roots proved to be enough to make The 2011 Primetime Emmys be- a tremendous sweep, garnering tears stream down her face. pler among other instruments, made proper use of the gan the same way so many award awards for Best Supporting Actress The period drama Mad Men piano, which only enhanced a more ornate acoustic set. ceremonies do nowadays: with in a Comedy Series (Julie Bowen), took home the prestigious Out- Many fans cheered when Blake took to the keys for the a rousing and theatrical musical Best Supporting Actor in a Com- standing Drama Series award, al- Feist cover of “Limit to Your Love.” Blake’s vocals were number. edy Series (Ty Burrell), Best Writ- though it was unable to collect any KRYSTLE UY haunting and fervent, captivating fans who were by now Host Jane Lynch found herself ing for a Comedy Series (Steven of the other awards to add to its Daily Titan in a daze from Blake’s alternating mix of acoustic and visiting America’s most beloved Levitan and Jeffrey Richman) and already crowded shelf of Emmys. Experimental electronic musician James Blake played a drum and bass performance. A brightly lit background TV series in an amusing montage Best Directing for a Comedy Series Other drama-oriented shows rousing set to an enraptured sold-out crowd at the Music added to the performance as the red and yellow hues syn- of the night’s nominees. After run- (Michael Spiller). that took home awards included Box Sunday. chronized in conjunction with the bass and drum down- ning through the Mad Men office, Most predictions had Steve Friday Night Lights for Best Writ- Blake, who hails from London, was sure not to disap- beats, providing an enigmatic set. the apartment from Big Bang The- Carell pegged to win Best Actor ing in a Drama Series and Kyle point as his previous two LA shows in May at the Trouba- Blake’s stage presence was endearing, as he remarked, “I ory and a Glee locker room, Lynch in a Comedy Series for his final Chandler for Best Actor in a dour and Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery think they’re whispering about me.” completed the bit by giving the season of The Office, but in an in- Drama Series. Julianna Margulies sold out in minutes. All hushed murmurs subsided, settling the crowd into slushy treatment to picked up a shiny gold Nominated for this year’s Mercury Music Prize, Blake grand silence when Blake finally performed lead single her own track-suited statue for Best Actress has been heralded as the critic’s darling and is on track “The Wilhelm Scream.” Blake’s vocals breathed softly and alter-ego. In what can only be described as an for her work in The Good to secure a spot on many top 2011 album lists. The ac- swelled heavily as he crooned, “I don’t know about my In what can only awkward-fest, the ceremony soldiered Wife, and Martin Scors- colades are much deserved, as Blake’s production, which dreams/I don’t know about my dreamin’ anymore.” be described as an on, punctuated occasionally by warbling and ese added an Emmy to mixes electronica, dubstep and soul, is refreshing in a mu- Shifting moods was the incredibly pulsating “CMYK,” awkward-fest, the unsavory a capella singers. his already impressive sic scene rife with experimentation. which made many patrons groove along. The song, ceremony soldiered résumé for his directing Blakes’ otherworldly soundscapes, which vary in tex- equipped with acrobatic loops and samples, transported on, punctuated occa- work in Boardwalk Em- tures and samples, made for an all-out aural assault. Mul- fans into an unyielding sonic odyssey as the bass pooled sionally by warbling pire. tiple speakers stood adjacent to both sides of the stage as out of the large speakers and frenetic lights hypnotized and unsavory a capella singers. The stance of history repeating itself, Jon Stewart reigned supreme rich, complex reverbs and bass-heavy sonic boom echoed fans. winning announcements were ac- Jim Parsons took home the award over other variety/comedy shows and enveloped every attendee from their ears to their toes. Also in attendance was Justin Vernon, otherwise known companied by what had to be the for his portrayal of the hopelessly when he nabbed his ninth Emmy Humbly and sprightly, Blake remarked, “It’s good to as the frontman for folk band Bon Iver. Blake and Bon most annoying voice-over of all nerdy Sheldon Cooper from Big in a row for Outstanding Variety, be back in LA.” Iver recently collaborated on a new tune, “Fall Creek Boys time, adding poorly written and Bang Theory. Music or Comedy series. His writ- The English producer made sure to talk to the audience Choir.” excruciatingly unrelated puns to Heads were turned when rough- ers also received glory when they between songs to keep spirits up, even though he said, “I Blake played an hour-and-a-half set, which didn’t sati- every award. ly halfway through the ceremony, were honored with Best Writing never know what to say … It’s a bit awkward.” ate the crowd’s hunger for more songs. Blake satisfied fans The theme of the show was during the announcing of the for a Variety, Music or Comedy Blake’s words seemed more of an afterthought, as Blake with an encore, performing a Digital Mystikz cover “Anti- vague, although moments of true nominees for Best Actress in a series, but the category for best di- already won over the crowd who was quick to sway and War Dub,” and “Once We All Agree” from his forthcom- comedy and heartfelt speeches bled Comedy Series, all the female ac- rection went to the Saturday Night bob heads to selections from Blake’s critically acclaimed, ing EP, Enough Thunder. through the shoddy performanc- tors (starting with Amy Poehler, so Live crew. self-titled release as well as tracks from CMYK. At only 23, Blake’s musical genius knows no bounds as es and helped this year’s Emmys some thought it might be an atten- Overall, the hysterical (and Filling out Blake’s onstage production was Ben Assiter anticipation for a new release can only garner an infinitely shine, though not as bright as pre- tion-seeking stunt) made their way sometimes weepy) speeches from on drums and Rob McAndrews on guitar and samples. and equally impressive live show, hard-pressed to top his vious ceremonies. to the stage as their names were an- the winners made the night worth Blake himself, who’s known to use a sequencer and sam- performance at the Music Box. Modern Family took away most nounced. watching even if the voice-overs of the major awards, including one No one quite knew what was and cheesy demeanor softened the of the highest honors, Outstanding going on until Melissa McCarthy quality of the show.

Courtesy of Universal Republic Records James Blake, who hails from London, has musical roots in sample and loop-heavy production, masterfully blending electronica, dubstep and soul. The 23-year-old experimental electronic producer and vocalist has become a critic’s darling, as his self-titled album, released in February, is sure to be at the top of critics’ album-of-the-year-lists.

dailytitan.com/detour dailytitan.com September 20, 2011 6 DETOUR Concerts NFL fans munch on brunch Calendar SEAN VIELE thing for everyone. Daily Titan Drink specials are inexpensive as well. The buffet by itself is $9.99 Tuesday Intense football fandom was evi- and to add bottomless mimosas, it’s 9/20 dent by the sights and sounds in the $16.99. Bloody Marys are $16.99 bar, radiating a sense of excitement and you are treated to one hell of a Where: Gibson Amphitheatre that with the addition of great food Bloody Mary bar including pickled Time: 8:15 p.m. and drinks is enough to make any asparagus, chili peppers, pimento- Band: Bon Iver football junky’s mouth water. stuffed olives and every flavor of -Ta On any given Sunday between basco sauce imaginable. September and February at Big’s The bar also serves buckets of Where: El Rey Theatre Grill in Fullerton, one can find this beer for $12.99, which comes with Time: 8 p.m. Band: Low excitement at the bar’s weekly NFL five bottles of domestic beer. breakfast buffet. A nuisance for the bar is large “There’s rarely an open seat in the crowds and locating a place to sit house,” said Terry Schwichtenberg, down. If arriving there past 10 a.m., Where: Hotel Cafe the owner of Big’s Grill. it will prove impossible to find a Time: 10 p.m. Artist: Howie Day The place was certainly packed seat. by 10 a.m on this particular Sun- Big’s Grill features a nice back pa- day. From one end to the other, tio which has available seating and tables were filled with passionate tables along with two flat-screen Wednesday fans sporting their team’s jerseys and TVs; inside seating is taken up pret- 9/21 making it known when their team ty early by football fans and families. made a good play by filling the bar “Mom loves football,” said Ben with shouts and applause. Capasso, who was at the brunch Where: The Glasshouse “There’s some pretty good rival- with his mother. “It goes the dog, Time: 8 p.m. ries in here,” Schwichtenberg ex- football and then me.” Band: Underoath plained of the mayhem that takes One doesn’t necessarily have to be place at each table during NFL buf- a huge football fan to enjoy the NFL fet. Breakfast Buffet at Big’s Grill. Where: The Troubadour The buffet-style brunch includes Good food, electric atmosphere Time: 8:30 p.m. Artist: Twin Shadow an omelet bar with all of the fixings, and great drink specials make for a stellar waffle bar and everything something that everybody can enjoy else that makes for a spectacular at Big’s. Well, except for the bar- brunch buffet. tenders and waitresses who never Where: The Satellite The classic buffet eatables such as have a chance to stop. Time: 9 p.m. Band: Futurebirds bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, “I’m getting my butt kicked,” said eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy, Tracy Ackley, a Big’s waitress who and fresh fruit were all present. But was unable to take a break, working Thursday the cooks also throw in a twist of nonstop on this busy Sunday. 9/22 Courtesy of MCT Mexican with their spicy chili verde, But for the football patron, the Football fans rejoice and celebrate the start of their beloved sport’s pre-season games. With food, alcohol and friendly challenges, NFL tasty enchiladas, huevos rancheros, Breakfast Buffet at Big’s Grill is a enthusiasts gather Sunday afternoons to cheer for their favorite teams and revel in the camaraderie the sport brings. plus chorizo. There is truly some- sure touchdown. Where: The Conga Room Time: 8 p.m. Band: Belanova Movie buffs celebrate cinematic gold Where: LA County Fair Time: 7:30 p.m. The first ever Silent what should I do?” She immedi- Filmmaker Award and has been project. was based. Band: The Doobie Brothers River Film Festival in ately answered her own question. picked up to become a full-length A host of special awards were Possibly the most endearing Irvine honored films “I created an opportunity for my- feature film. also given to a number of worthy moment of the night came when self and people like me.” The two highest acting honors candidates. youngsters Ameer Zhowandai and Where: Detroit Bar from around the globe According to Singh-Chitnis, a were picked up by Michael Mc- The River Glory Award, an Hannah Sher approached the stage Time: 9 p.m. huge part of the creation of the Callum and Elizabeth Moore for award given to someone who has to accept Best Actor in a Short Artist: Kurt Vile and the Viola- JAMES BEAN Daily Titan festival was because of her vision Fairview St., a film that was di- made a “valuable contribution to Film and Best Actress in a Short tors/RTX of bringing the East and West to- rected by newcomer Michael Mc- cinema as an art, a business and as Film, respectively. The inaugural award ceremony gether. “No matter who we are,” Callum. a vehicle for positive change,” was Their project Heal centered on Friday for the Silent River Film Festival wrote Chitnis in the program of “This is for my parents, who let awarded to Jon Fitzgerald, the cre- Ameer’s character, who has been 9/23 was held in the Irvine Marriot Fri- the award ceremony, “where we me put on little shows and make ator of CineCause.com. blessed with the extraordinary day. are from, what our likes and dis- everyone watch and pay atten- The River Heritage Award, ability to heal the people in his na- Where: Hollywood Forever Kalpna Singh-Chitnis, the Si- likes are, what medium we choose tion,” said Moore, one of the few an award that recognizes “a film tive country of Afghanistan. Cemetery lent River Film Festival founder to get our information from, cin- who attended to accept her award. personality of Indian descent for Heal identified one of the great- Time: 7:30 p.m. and director, worked to start the ema crosses all barriers and reaches At an international film festival, valuable contributions to the art est themes of the night, the idea Band: Bright Eyes festival this year after she saw the out to its audience like no other it isn’t uncommon for a large ma- of cinema in the East and West,” of bringing people all around the serious lack of independent inter- medium can.” jority of the award winners to not was given to Babu Subramaniam world together for a common goal national film festivals. The night was packed with sur- be present. Many of the winners of ER and Outsourced fame. of trying to inspire one another to Where: The Echo Time: 8:30 p.m. Singh-Chitnis moved to Ameri- prises, including special musical were from India, China, Mexico The River Spirit Award, an create art despite their differences. Band: Weekend ca from India in 1994 after receiv- guests Natalia Flores and Ronnie and other countries around the award created to recognize a per- “I am proud to tell everyone ing a master’s degree in political Sumrall, as well as performances globe. son for commendable achieve- that I have the best of both worlds, science from Maghada University by local cultural dance groups. However, when young actor ment and work of courage that East and West, and that’s what I Where: The Glasshouse Bodhgaya. Upon her arrival, she I Am Kalam, Wild Eyes: The Toby Kebell, a thespian hailing resulted in a contribution to the want to bring here,” Singh-Chitnis Time: 7 p.m. realized that her passion was for Abby Sunderland Story, We Come from the United Kingdom, was art of cinema, was given to Jean- said. Band: Blindside filmmaking and enrolled in the From Jambiani and Butterfly Circus unable to accept his award for Marie Benjamin and Abby Sun- From the spectacular food to New York Film Academy. took the top prizes of the night, Best Actor in a Short Film, it was derland, the youngest girl to sail the exotic performances, it proved Saturday “I have two degrees,” said the last of which was a short that because he is currently working around the world upon whom the to be a fitting end to the spectacu- 9/24 Singh-Chitnis. “I have a brain, so received the Clint Eastwood New with Steven Spielberg on another winning documentary of the night lar multicultural film festival. 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Where: El Rey Theatre As the audience examined Time: 8 p.m. Huang’s artwork, there was no Band: Junior Boys doubt in that. In Huang’s artist statement, he wrote about how he was inspired by humans and their need for advancement and seclusion. “The future is not what it used to be ... We often find ourselves will- ingly isolated--trying to figure out our own paths and disregarding the need for others. My artwork is birthed in an attempt to both por- tray and resist these changes.” His work communicated these complex arrangements of human emotions throughout the gallery. Jason Ycedo, 23, a graphic design alumnus, described Huang’s artwork as “a large amount of different media. It was almost as if he were collaging, and that is not something you see all the time.” Huang’s favorite artists are Vin- ALVIN KIM / Daily Titan cent van Gogh, Jean-Michel Bas- The Polymask exhibit had life-sized paintings, some as tall as five feet, completed with quiat and David Choe, who are oil, oil pastels and spray paint in earth tones to convey that each piece has an “identity.” instrumental to his work. He dis- cussed his approach for creation in his statement. tempting to capture the notions of famous one day.” “Rarely allowing much initial my present and form its potential The Exit Gallery is located in planning, I enable the work to futures.” Room VA 188 until Thursday. Vis- breed its own identity: a constant Charles Contreras, 28, a radio- iting hours are Monday through experimentation. The paintings TV-film alumnus, said, “Hank has Thursday, noon to 4 p.m. For more ALVIN KIM / Daily Titan and drawings desire to be gentle in so much talent that there is noth- of Huang’s work, visit his website at A patron looks intently at some of Hank Huang’s Polymask drawings and paintings, beauty and honest in tone. I am at- ing holding him back from being HankHuang.com/. which features faces drawn from life, skulls, houses and other imaginary entities.

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VAN JOHNSTONE Daily Titan Week two in the NFL proved to be just as exciting Daily Titan file photo as week one. Many big-name quarterbacks took center Fullerton junior forward Jesse Escalante controls a ball against UC Riverside last season. His brother, Bryan, also plays for the team. stage as more records were broken and teams earned crucial victories in the young season. Being a rookie in the NFL seems to have no effect on Cam Newton, as he had another remarkable game when Soccer runs in the family his Carolina Panthers took on Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. CANDACE RIVERA Cam Newton broke his own rookie record when he Daily Titan played 16 matches and started seven with where we are. Once you get com- threw for 432 yards with one touchdown in the air and matches. He finished with four goals fortable you stop progressing.” one on the ground. If there was a downside to Newton’s Dedication, ambition and diligence and eight points. As a college athlete, the majority of performance, it was his three interceptions and the Pan- would be just a few of the strong char- Bryan joined in 2010 and played in players’ goal is to make it to the next thers’ loss. acteristics the Escalante brothers pos- two matches with one start. He tallied level to play professionally, but the Aaron Rodgers showed patience and poise throughout sess. two goals, seven saves and played a to- chances of that happening can be very the game and brought his team back from a 13-0 deficit Forward Jesse, 20, and goalkeeper tal of 98 minutes. slim. in the first quarter. Rodgers calmly picked the Carolina Bryan, 19, were both born in Anaheim “As a team we’re looking to get to “I’m working hard right now so secondary apart for 302 yards and two touchdowns as and now reside in Placentia. Their par- the NCAA playoffs and go as far as that after college, my soccer career is the Packers pulled out the 30-23 win. ents instilled in them an equal balance we can, clinch that title this year,” said not over yet. If I don’t make it profes- Newton again had a chance to tie the game late when Courtesy of MCT he led the Panthers down the field with seconds left, only of education and athletics. Bryan. sionally I’m pretty sure I’m going to Drew Brees led the Saints to a victory over the Bears Sunday. Brees to fall short on fourth down at the goal line. finished with 270 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions. Jesse was already on the soccer field To achieve greatness both broth- keep on playing,” Jesse said. “I know Despite Newton’s heroics, the Panthers fell to 0-2 and at 2 days old watching his dad’s soccer ers agree that there is no room to be everything is worth it, that’s why ev- look to get in the win column against the Jacksonville behind fourth-quarter win against the Philadelphia Ea- games. Both began training at an early selfish. Each think it will take a team ery season we are trying to accomplish Jaguars next week. The Packers improved to 2-0 and next gles. Ryan had a career-high four touchdown passes that age. They were on a local team at 10 effort. something new so we can be remem- week take on the Bears in Chicago. helped offset his two interceptions as the Falcons erased and 8 years old. “If it’s not for the whole team, we bered.” Tom Brady is familiar with a finely tuned offense, a 10-point fourth-quarter defect to win 35-31. “When we were small, we were re- can’t really go anywhere,” Jesse said. Head Coach Robert Ammann said but this is something different. After his huge showing Michael Vick threw for 242 yards and two touch- ally skinny so my dad was really scared “If we have two really good players both Bryan and Jesse have two differ- on Monday Night Football, Brady threw for 433 yards downs, but sustained an apparent concussion in the for us that they might hurt us. In a way but nobody else contributes, we’re not ent personalities but they share two and three touchdowns as the New England Patriots took fourth quarter. Eagles backup Mike Kafka led the Eagles that kind of motivated us to get better, going to get far. But everybody wants common interests. down the San Diego Chargers 35-21. down the field in an attempt to win late in the game but couldn’t convert on a fourth and three, sealing the win quicker and stronger than everybody to be in the starting lineup; that’s your “As a coach there are a number of Brady had no problem with the Charger defense, as he was rarely pressured and had plenty of time to find his for the Falcons. else so it wouldn’t be a problem,” said personal goal.” things you evaluate and stress – good receivers. Phillip Rivers had two crucial interceptions in The Eagles fall to 1-1 on the season and look to get Jesse. With soccer taking a lot of time and character and good citizens. Both of the red zone that cost the Chargers points and handed Vick back when they take on the New York Giants next In their high school careers at Va- energy, balancing school and a sport them have a love for the game and are the ball back to Brady and the Patriots’ offense. week. The Falcons got their first win of the season and lencia High, both were achievers. Jesse can be difficult. But graduating with team players,” said Ammann. Rivers had a respectable showing with 378 yards and look to keep the momentum going next week when they earned Most Valuable Player as a ju- his degree of choice is important to Ammann added that even though two touchdowns, but it was his costly interceptions that take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. nior and Bryan was team captain his each. Bryan is majoring in communi- Jesse has been playing on the team for proved to be the difference in the game. The Patriots’ -of Week two in the NFL again saw records being set by senior year. Jesse hoped to be recruited cations with an emphasis in broadcast- a longer period of time, you wouldn’t fense has been seemingly unstoppable with Brady at the hot quarterbacks. Tom Brady and Cam Newton set new from high school, but a broken leg ing, while Jesse is majoring in Spanish. know it by the hard work they both helm, averaging over 550 yards a game. NFL records for passing yards in the first two games of during his senior year cut his season “Being on the team and being here put in. The Patriots improved to 2-0 and set up an AFC east the season. Brady holds the record with 940 yards with short. together, for our parents they are al- “It’s challenging, but I hope they showdown Sunday with the Buffalo Bills. The Chargers, Newton sitting in second with 854 yards. Offense continues to be the story of the new NFL sea- After joining the Cal State Fuller- ready proud of us,” Bryan said. “My continue being great players for us. Af- 1-1, look to rebound against AFC west divisional foe Kansas City Chiefs. son as teams look to gain a foothold in their respective ton team in 2009, Jesse played in 10 dad always looked at us with a profes- ter graduation they definitely have the Matt Ryan rallied his Atlanta Falcons to a come-from- divisions going into week three. matches with one start. In 2010 he sional ethic. But we are never satisfied great attitude to succeed,” he said. “Campus Huddle” on conference shake-ups Syracuse and Pitts- burgh’s jump to the ACC sets the tone for a chaotic movement

ALEX JAICH For the Daily Titan

Realignment of conferences is now a common buzzword in colle- giate sports, and the Big East Con- ference is going through another buzz kill. Last year I wrote about the problem of on-field play among Big East football teams. Now it’s an issue to get the teams on the playing field for upcoming seasons. The Big East is playing out to be a Shakespearean tragedy, taking a rap- id turn this past weekend. The heart of East Coast amateur sports is being torn out of its chest. Conference pioneer and long-time Commission- er Dave Gavitt died last weekend at the age of 73. Original member Syracuse and a traditional competitive Pittsburgh program announced they would be leaving to the ACC the same weekend. Courtesy of MCT Former Big East Commissioner Syracuse linebacker Lewellyn Coker (number 58) and teammates swarm USC and Gavitt’s right-hand man Mike quarterback Matt Barkley (number 7). Syracuse will leave the Big East for the ACC. Tranghese, who left in 1999, saw this coming. The Big East slows ference that does not have a televi- the SEC conference. Other schools down to a halt like the traffic of the sion network or a network in the would easily fit into the Big Ten, eastern cities that made it famous. making. With an unsure voice, Mar- although the conference is not cur- History shows college football was inatto claimed a network was in the rently looking for immediate expan- difficult to pull ratings on the East making at the Big East media day; it sion. Coast, and it’s Tranghese who said was all talk. Oklahoma and Texas are rumored that is the exact reason the Big East Whatever the future of the con- to be looking to jump from the Big will never stay afloat. ference holds, it has a shaky founda- 12 to the Pac 12 and take Texas Tech Third-year Big East Commis- tion formed in recent years. Virginia and Oklahoma State with them. sioner John Marinatto can’t make Tech and Miami left in 2003 and This would reduce the Big 12 to money in the fall but his goose will Boston College left the conference seven teams with Texas A&M’s im- be cooked closer and closer to the in 2005, all to the ACC. Villanova pending move to the SEC. The re- holidays when teams take the hard was supposed to join the ranks in maining teams would scurry for a wood. Even Rutgers and last year’s college football last season, some- new conference to call home or the men’s basketball champs Connecti- thing that never came to pass. Big 12 would be looking to pillage cut are pressing to leave the Big East A glimmering hope does lie in the smaller conferences in order to stay and enter the ACC. Lone Star State; if TCU joins the afloat. Regardless, this would cre- The ACC will now be only two Big East as they are scheduled to for ate even more chaos in conferences schools away from becoming the the 2012-13 year, they would be the across the nation. first-ever, fabled 16-team power con- lone team from Texas. The addition There are no heroics and no win- ference. The ACC also may inherent of TCU would leave the conference ners in the story of the 32-year-old two basketball powers in the upcom- with seven teams looking for addi- conference that prided itself of cold ing winters. tions. weather, toughness and hardy peo- Further evidence for the confer- In addition to the rumors of Rut- ple. There are only vultures, circling ence’s future disappearing act is that gers and UConn, I could see South a dying animal, waiting to pick apart the Big East is the only major con- Florida looking to join the ranks of of what is left to be a dead carcass.