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ALL BUILDINGS EARTHQUAKE-SAFE, OFFICIAL SAYS

Some students and faculty still unsure of emergency procedures SEPIDEH NIA Daily Titan

California is a hot spot of seismic activity. Most of the buildings constructed on its uneasy surface are retrofitted to withstand movement associated with earthquakes. Cal State Fullerton is no exception. Earthquakes in the past have caused varying degrees of damage, from minor to severe, in California. The most prominent earthquake in recent history was the 6.7 magnitude Northridge earthquake in 1994. Erol Kalkan, Ph.D., a research structural engineer at the United States Geological Survey, said a lot of the damage caused by the Northridge earthquake could have been prevented if the buildings were built to behave in a ductile manner. “Ductility denotes an ability of a structure to sustain significant deformations under extreme loading conditions and thus absorb a significant amount of earthquake energy,” said Kalkan. Since 1994, buildings have undergone major seismic improvements aimed at saving lives. Jay Bond, CSUF’s associate vice president for Facilities Planning and Management and campus architect, said not only do the buildings on campus abide by current building codes, but another set of codes as well. “Within the CSU, we’ve developed a pretty sophisticated set of seismic guidelines that all of our facilities must comply with, and as so, we’re designing our facilities (so) all of those requirements are met in design, are reviewed by a seismic review board and are put into place when we are constructing our buildings,” said Bond. Of these requirements, it states the structure must be built in a way to help sustain life. “If we all get out of this building safely in a major earthquake and the building’s a total loss, well that’s a success,” Bond said. “We have a significant repair to do then or a significant issue in front of us, but that’s a success.” See QUAKES, page 2

Illustration by MIKE WHITE / Daily Titan

STATE | University funding

STATE | Budget

November could bring more cuts

Newly formed group fights for education

If passed, budget would fall to lowest levels since 1996

Campaign for the Future of Higher Education sets out to reverse funding free-fall

MATT ATKINSON Daily Titan

EZEKIEL HERNANDEZ Daily Titan

The landscape of college education has changed in recent years, riddled with the recession and budget cuts across all public sectors. Cal State Fullerton is a prime example as one of the largest campuses in the CSU. The change has been a national topic of debate for public education funding. In five years, the cost to attend Cal State Fullerton as an undergraduate, as well as other public universities in California, has increased from $2,772 to $5,472. In response, student and faculty groups from around the country and from California have banded together in protest of how higher education is being handled by today’s leaders. Much of the criticism from these groups is being directed toward certain lawmakers who

EZEKIEL HERNANDEZ / Daily Titan Protesters gather outside the CSU Chancellor’s Office in Long Beach in response to tuition hikes.

are said to be holding educational funding low on their priority list. Another criticism stems from school administrators who allegedly disregard student voices when making decisions for their institutions. The Campaign for the Future of Higher Education (CFHE) is a relatively new organization formed in 2011 to tackle discrepancies in education

funding. Today, it has backing from student groups and teacher unions all over the United States. Its purpose is to form a collective effort between unions and advocacy groups for a forum in the decision-making process. See EDUCATION, page 2

Gov. Jerry Brown’s recent budget cuts to financial aid have been turned down by the State Assembly, but more potential reductions to funding are on the horizon for the California State Universities, which could cut millions more from statefunded schools. “Legislators in Sacramento have cut state funding to the CSU by nearly $1 billion in the past 18 months,” said Liz Chapin, of the CSU Public Affairs Office. “In addition, the governor’s proposed budget includes an additional $200-million trigger cut if the proposed tax initiative does not pass in November. The repercussions for

this cut would be detrimental.” Chapin said if the proposed legislation were to pass in November, it would bring the budget down to its lowest level since 1996, even though the system supports almost 100,000 more students than it did then. Budget cuts and tuition increases have become an annual event at CSUF. Tuition and fees for undergraduate students totaled around $2,331 in the fall of 2009, compared with the new total of $3,313 for fall 2012. In three years the costs have increased about 42 percent. Last month, Democrats in the State Assembly shot down a proposal by the governor that would have made major cuts to the Cal Grant financial aid system, which supplies grants to colleges throughout California. See PANEL, page 3

April 10, 2012

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EDUCATION: CFA played a major part in organization ...Continued from page 1 “It’s a grassroots effort to bring attention to the needs of higher education,” said Ron Norton Reel, president of the Community College Association in California. The CFHE was formed in Los Angeles at a meeting of faculty groups looking to organize for reform. The California Faculty Association (CFA) was an integral part of the nationwide organization process. “The CFA deserves thanks for putting together this national campaign. I think it’s 58 organizations now, but there are also staff unions. My union represents CSU academic support staff,” said Steve Teixeira of Academic Professionals of California, a union of workers from programs like the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and financial aid in the CSU system, among others. According to the CFHE website, the organization is intended to “include the voices of the faculty, students and our communities — not just administrators, politicians, foundations and think tanks — in the process of making change.” The concern is that funding for public education, given its current trajectory, will become

unattainable to lower-income students who have no choice but to seek public institutions in order to afford a college education. “Clearly, funding is an important part of making sure that we can provide affordable and accessible quality of higher education,” said Brian Ferguson, a communications officer for the California Faculty Association. The movement toward accessible education has been tied to the recent Occupy Wall Street movement, and the two movements share affiliations with various advocacy groups. The problem that ties CFHE advocates to the Occupy movement is the argument that the top-tier earners of the American economy are not doing their proper part in paying taxes. Allegedly, common practice among America’s elite is to park monies in other countries to avoid domestic taxes. Many supporters for education funding see this as a detriment to students and their ability to contribute to the domestic economy. “It’s no surprise to say that we’re facing a fiscal crisis in state and federal government … Yet it’s not that there’s no money in America. We’re the biggest economy on Earth, and California is the 10th

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It’s no surprise to say that we’re facing a fiscal crisis in state and federal government ... Steve Teixeira Academic Professionals of California

biggest economy on Earth out of all the countries,” Teixeira said. “What has happened is we’ve allowed government policies … to shift so that the highest income groups don’t pay the way they used to; even under Governor Reagan they used to pay higher taxes.” A publicized report from the CFHE shows there was a new sense of optimism when Gov. Jerry Brown was sworn in, with the expectation that he might restore funding to public schools. “It seems that the new mantra is raise the tuition and the students will pay it, and therefore the state’s obligation is less and less each year,” Reel said. The issue of cutting funding is becoming more widespread, according to the CFHE. What was once solely a state university issue has now become a widespread issue in most community colleges in the state. Last week, a culmination of this frustration boiled over at Santa Monica City College. After being denied entrance to a public Board of Trustees meeting, police pepper-sprayed students who were trying to enter in protest of funding issues. Teixeira has attended national conferences with faculty groups through the CFHE. He said the problem is not just in California. “You hear about this in Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan and Ohio — the same pattern of raising student fees, cutting enrollment, too few classes,” Teixeira said. “You realize that the biggest economy on Earth can do better than this, so why aren’t we?”

QUAKES: CSUF is up to date with building codes ...Continued from page 1 However, the structural integrity of the buildings is still important. Older CSUF buildings, or buildings deemed unsafe in the event of an earthquake, have undergone upgrades; the most recent being the Kinesiology and Health Science Building. “It was one building, but it was essentially constructed as two buildings seismically, and the way they would interact with one another in an earthquake wasn’t the best, and so we just completed knitting those together in a way that the building is significantly more solid than it had been in the past,” Bond said. Kalkan said the “Big One,” a major earthquake occurring in Southern California along the San Andreas Fault, is likely to occur. “Such an earthquake is expected to produce strong shaking, which may adversely affect the build environments, in particular older buildings,” Kalkan said. According to the CSU Seismic Requirements, work on existing buildings will make them as safe as the newer buildings, but the work will not serve any other function or maintenance. “We wouldn’t necessarily fix them to be up to code, we’d fix them to (fit) safe standards,” Bond said. “It wouldn’t make sense to demolish a building just because the way the columns are wrapped with rebar doesn’t meet today’s codes.” Bond said that currently, all of the buildings at CSUF are safe. But safety is not only in the construction of the building. Most students and faculty members have conflicting ideas on what to do in case of an emergency, and the information in the syllabus does not explain proper earthquake safety procedures. Sue Fisher, CSUF’s emergency preparedness coordinator, said more time should be spent on safety at the beginning of the semester. “I understand that professors

Each year, Southern California has about

10,000 Magnitude

EARTH OUAKES

Anticipated strength of CA earthquake

The San Andreas Fault is not a single, continuous fault; it is made up of segments

have a lot of material to cover, but spending a few more minutes each semester would add up to a lot of time for each student to learn more about what to do in earthquakes, as well as other emergency situations,” said Fisher. The policy on course outlines currently states that “at a minimum, course outlines shall give detailed information on the following matters … Actions students should take in an emergency.” “While the University Police Statement does not explicitly state that any verbal information be given,” Fisher said, “it makes sense to me that any information as important as the proper response to emergency situations should be given some class time so that everyone responds appropriately when a crisis occurs. Detailed

information should certainly mean more than just a link in a syllabus, in my opinion.” Fisher said the most important thing to do once an earthquake begins is to “drop, cover and hold on.” Even in classrooms with small desks. “Some people think that those small desks offer very little protection, but they do provide a hard sturdy surface under which you can protect your head,” Fisher said. People remain unsure on whether or not the doorway is the safest place to stand in the chance of an earthquake. “Standing in doorways apparently started with older adobe-type structures that crumbled quite easily during earthquakes, but often (were) left with only the door frame standing,” Fisher said. “Standing in door frames is not a bad idea, but the problem is that the doors will often swing shut during shaking and parts of your body can be pinched, smashed or broken by the swinging door.” Despite the fact that CSUF is structurally prepared for an earthquake, some believe that there should be more extensive education on emergency preparedness. The Great Shakeout, an event where the entire state practices what to do to survive an earthquake, occurred in October last year and will recur next semester. “I don’t like to scare anyone, but I do want to prepare them. Faculty and all Southern Californians need to remember that a large-scale earthquake will happen,” Fisher said. “So it is best to consider strategies now on how to deal with them so you can react appropriately and greatly increase your chances of survival.”

April 10, 2012

NEWS

DTBRIEFS Attempted Kidnapping Two men attempted to kidnap a 19-year-old woman Friday in Fullerton around noon. The two men tried to grab the woman and force her into their parked car, according to policies. The police said the attempted crime occurred in an alley near 100 W. Valencia Drive. A small black car followed the woman into an alley, and she was grabbed by one of the men and dragged to the car, where the accomplice was waiting in the driver’s seat, the woman said. Two male bystanders helped the woman set herself free from the kidnapper’s grasp, according to a statement released by police. One of the kidnappers is described to be in his 20s. The police are asking for help from the community in finding the two men. If anyone has more information about the attempted kidnapping, they are to contact Detective Magliano at 714-7386753. Brief by Mec Valle

North Korea May Be Testing Missiles The United States urged North Korea Monday not to conduct a third nuclear test and an upcoming satellite launch on. North Korea is planning to launch a Unha-3 rocket satellite between Thursday and Monday to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Kim II Sung, the founder of the Communist state, CNN reported. North Korea said the satellite is for peaceful purposes, but the State Department said that the satellite launch would violate U.N. Security Council regulations and a Feb. 29 denuclearization agreement, according to Reuters. In the deal, the U.S. agreed to give nutritional assistance to North Korea in exchange for the country shutting down its nuclear program and missile tests. “North Korea’s launch of a missile would be highly provocative, it would pose a threat to regional security and it would be inconsistent with its recent undertakings to refrain from any kind of long-range missile launches,” said State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland. One South Korean news agency reported piles of earth, which suggest possible nuclear test and sand over a tunnel at the Punggyeri site, the site at which the country had conducted nuclear tests in 2006 and 2009. Brief by Tim Worden

Facebook Buys Instagram Facebook announced on Monday that it will spend $1 billion to buy Instagram, according to the Associated Press. Instagram is a program that allows users to take pictures on their phone, add effects and upload them to several social networking sites. This is Facebook’s largest purchase to date. Instagram has become an overnight success, boasting about 300 million users that upload more than five million photos a day. The company was also named Apple’s iPhone App of the Year in 2011. Facebook is planning to keep Instagram’s dozen employees on board as a part of its plan to run the two companies independently. Instagram was founded by Stanford graduates Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger. Facebook’s purchase comes just weeks before they prepare an initial public offering of stock that could be valued at $100 billion. By purchasing Instagram, Facebook has eliminated a rival in the technological world and could give them a stronger presence on mobile phones than they had before. The sale is monumental for Facebook and its creator and CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

PANEL: Budget issues rely on whether the tax initiative is approved Tuition and fees for undergrads:

$2,331 in fall of 2009 $3,313 in fall of 2012 Legislators in Sacramento have cut state funding to the CSU by nearly

$1,000,000,000 in the past 18 months

Percent of operating fund budget by student tuition

58% in 2012

...Continued from page 1 Although she couldn’t speculate on the possibility of future legislative measures, Chapin said the possible cut in November is the primary concern of the CSU. “If that were to pass, employee layoffs would be one of the factors that would be considered; however, as far as any other type of proposals, those are all hypothetical situations,” Chapin said. “In order to survive continuing cuts to state funding, the CSU had to take many cost-cutting measures including decreasing enrollment, reducing employees, deferring needed maintenance, restricting travel and streamlining IT (information technology).” As for the issue in November, it depends on whether or not the proposed tax initiative goes through. In a letter from the CSUF Office of the President in January, Bill Barrett, interim vice president for administration and finance, wrote about the possibility of such a cut. With the current tax proposal, no more cuts are planned to be made and funds aren’t going to be added. If the tax measure isn’t approved, a trigger cut will be made, which will remove $200 million from the CSU budget. “If the trigger cut does happen, the system needs to be prepared for that,” Chapin said. “So (CSU’s planning) does go over all of the factors. Things that would need to be cut and choices that would need to be made in order to sustain a cut of that amount.” Meanwhile students have to deal with increased tuition costs. With recent cuts from the state, more of CSUF’s income comes from tuition. Barrett said student tuition covers 58 percent of the operating fund budget, compared with 32 percent five years ago. As the state drops its funding, the students have to pick up the slack. “It’s very important how much tuition I have to pay,” said Austin Hopper, 22, an English major. “It’s already hard enough paying the fees we have. More tuition increases simply make it harder.” Hopper said he was also concerned

32% in 2007

with where funds from tuition were going, in light of recent announcements like the pay increase for incoming CSUF President Mildred Garcia. Associated Students, Inc. is the student representation on campus. They work with CSU officials and are tasked with bringing student concerns to administrators. “We are planning to implement a program called ‘Awareness + Action = Advocacy.’ This program is centered around boosting student representation in the CSU system. But this battle is not just about raising awareness, it is also about utilizing action to create real change,” said Dwayne Mason Jr., the newly elected ASI president. His vice president and running mate, Katie Ayala, also voiced her concerns. “We are just as upset about the increasing pay of administrators as our fellow students. It is unacceptable. This is a matter of priority,” said Ayala. However, Chapin said salary increases are a minor amount compared with the rest of the CSU budget. “This needs to be taken into perspective,” Chapin said. “A few hiring decisions in the thousands of dollars cannot make up for the hundreds of millions of dollars in state support that the CSU has lost.” Mason also tried to put the situation into a perspective that ASI could directly affect. “President Garcia is getting around a $30,000 pay increase,” Mason said. “But ASI currently has a surplus of around $300,000 that can utilize to benefit students on campus.” Chapin and the candidates also agreed on various ways students can use financial aid to support their increasing fees. “Currently, ASI provides a variety of scholarships for students to apply for,” Ayala said. “One of our plans is to bolster our scholarship committee.” The ultimate fate of the CSU budget for next year is in the hands of voters this November. “Students are urged to seek financial aid, and there are many options available,” said Chapin. “It’s also important to note that the CSU sets aside one-third of tuition revenue for State University Grants.”

Budget roadmap to reduce cuts If accepted, a newly proposed plan from Republican leaders could give more money to schools HAILEY MORAN Daily Titan

Senate Republican Leader Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) proposed a new budget roadmap for California that would eliminate the need for education cuts and give at least $3.4 billion to K-12 schools, community colleges and the CSU system. In a letter to Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic leaders, Huff and other Republicans emphasized the importance of assisting schools and students instead of neglecting them. The letter stated, “The state budget is a reflection of priorities, and there is no reason to hold our schools hostage to the uncertainties of the proposed tax increase initiative that may not benefit our students.” The proposal includes several steps that would give schools money from the state. It would ensure that the school’s programmatic funding levels would not be reduced and that they would receive the money they are entitled to. The state tax revenue is set to increase without tax hikes and money from tax windfalls would be given to schools. Huff’s office states money from Facebook’s initial public offering will create money that can be put into education. The plan stresses the importance of streamlining the government and cutting new nonessential spending. They would also hope to utilize budget plans that were successful in the past to help boost the economy. Huff is counting on the cooperation of the state to make education a priority. “We are hopeful that (the) governor and Democrats will come to the realization that we need to protect our teachers and students,” said Huff in a press release. The proposed increase in funding for schools is an exciting idea for Karen Ivers, Ph.D., the associate dean of the College of Education, who said the government has been neglecting the school system. “The emphasis on testing rather than how children learn has distracted the public away from the importance of teaching the whole child. It seems politicians want to turn teaching into a quantitative business based on numeric test scores rather than use education to help us achieve an educated, holistic, creative and problem-solving society,” said Ivers. Both Ivers and Aimee Nelson, the assistant dean of the College of Education, have seen budget cuts affect students who hope to become teachers. However, Nelson said this budget roadmap is part of the future

Courtesy of MCT Bob Huff’s plan has several steps that would cut nonessential spending.

that she believes will be much brighter. “What future teachers should remember is that all of this will shift eventually and the need for teachers will increase, as history has shown us many times before,” said Nelson. Ivers not only sees more funding as a necessity for students, but also for the staff. “We are short-staffed,” Ivers said. “Many things are not able to get done in a timely manner, people feel overworked, maintaining a good morale is a challenge, people feel underpaid for the amount of work they have to do, class sizes have increased, courses have been cut, supervision ratios have increased.” If the budget roadmap is accepted or adopted by Brown, it would give a boost to the education system. Ivers said education should be a top priority for the state. “It is what defines our future. What possibly could be more important than that?” Ivers said. Nelson agrees and stresses the importance of education for the future. “I challenge anyone who believes that education should not be a priority in this country to think about what our country would be like without educational opportunities for everyone. Is that a country you would want to live in? I think not,” Nelson said. Jeanette Chadwick, 21, a theatre arts major, said the increasing emphasis for an education in society opposes the declining accessibility of getting an education, a problem that Huff’s budget roadmap aims to solve. “There was a time when it was not necessary to have a degree, but as times change, so do the demands on the people. We are living in a time where education is necessary to becoming a productive member of society. And while our society can be seen as declining in many aspects, education can change that. Education can bring us back to our higher planes of existence and help shape society into something beautiful,” said Chadwick.

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April 10, 2012

OPINION

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Re: Christianity under attack

Photo illustration by ANIBAL ORTIZ / Daily Titan Self-esteem is a very sexy character trait just as long as it doesn’t cross the fine line of confidence and step onto the side of conceit.

Her beauty is content-deep HAILEY MORAN Daily Titan

Samantha Brick. Where do I start with this self-proclaimed beauty who believes being blessed with natural good looks ultimately means being cursed with a horrible burden? I would start by handing her a mirror. Take the mirror, and look at who you really are, Samantha Brick. Behind the “tall, slim, blonde” exterior lies a horrific complexion of a woman whose state of mind is so warped that she gives women, journalists and human beings a bad name. For someone who wants us to take her seriously and look past her good looks, Brick only puts her best face forward, leaving her ugly side — her personality — completely exposed. No one should even read the Brick article, let alone take anything away from it. This woman used her computer screen, the Daily Mail website and her many readers as a mirror and a pedestal for her to shine a light on herself, not her view on the plight of women in society. Brick uses her so-called charm and wit as a way to beg the women of the world to let her join in their metaphorical girl gang. “Perhaps then the sisterhood will finally stop judging me so harshly on what I look like, and instead accept me for who I am,” Brick lamented in her monologue. No. I will not accept you for who you are, because I do not like who you are — or at least I do not like who you have presented to me and the rest of the world. If someone wants acceptance (or in Brick’s case, forgiveness for her God-given looks), the way to do it is not by force-feeding people constant reminders that you think you’re skinnier, prettier or more impressive than they are. You do it by being humble and respectful. Her article led to a collective reaction of “Seriously???”

among readers. It also led to the rest of the world holding up something new to Brick — not a mirror, but a magnifying glass. It made us all wonder, “what kind of funhouse mirror is she looking at?” As a sort of punishment for her crimes against the Internet and the name of women everywhere, Brick was scrutinized by The Orange County Register and the plastic surgeons of Orange County. While comments ranged from “smack-dab in the middle of average-looking” to “her appearance is that of an average 41-year-old. Nothing more, nothing less,” every surgeon found something they could improve on. It’s unfortunate that they do not offer a surgery for personalities. While it seems somewhat demeaning to personally point out someone’s flaws, Brick leaves us no choice. She put herself and her so-called perfect image out there for adoring readers to, she hoped, admire or learn from. However, it backfired in her beautiful, middle-aged face. No one admires her and no one learned the hardships or the troubles of being a beautiful woman. Instead, they learned that Samantha Brick is way more in love with herself than anyone else is or will ever be. Her story and her supposed struggles with being so darn pretty ranks somewhere on the sympathy scale between Kim Kardashian’s divorce and Amanda Bynes’ DUI debacle. Her sad story of outer beauty is delusional and seems more like a late, bad April Fool’s Day joke than actual commentary on the life of an attractive woman in society. If she recounted tales of being cat-called by homeless people, being molested by a neighbor or anything that actually causes pain, I would feel genuinely bad for her. But her stories of people buying her things, or giving her flowers, lead me to believe that her cries for help are really the musings of a self-absorbed idiot who is too mesmerized by her own reflection to see the eye-rolls and middle fingers her readers are currently sending her way.

First off, let me begin by congratulating Mr. Anderson — it has been many years since someone has so disturbed my mental faculties that I have had to respond to their written work in a public article. As an agnostic, I often try to stay out of these debates, but you, sir, are so far out of line, I could not stand idly by anymore. Your articles as of late have been becoming more and more inflammatory. You claim that “atheists try to strip Christians of their rights on what seems like a daily basis.” Your evidence is that atheist groups are trying to remove “under God” from the pledge of allegiance, and “In God we trust” from our currency. For starters, the pledge of allegiance was originally worded, “I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the Republic for which it stands, one nation indivisible, with liberty and justice for all,” written in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, a baptist minister. It was not until 1954, during the red scare, that President Eisenhower backed the wording “under God,” and it was added to the pledge. Our currency did not receive the motto “In God We Trust” until 1956, when it was changed from “E pluribus unum,” which translates into “Out of many, one.” Now, I would imagine that non-Christians in the ‘50s were crying out much the same as you are right now. You argue that atheists are trying to strip away what you believe to be a currently equal playing field, such that if we get what we want, you will be discriminated against. This is not the case, as you are still favored above every other religion in the U.S., as is evidenced by our current national motto and pledge. Atheists want any trace of religion removed from public institutions, which

is a perfectly reasonable request; why should you have something that others are not entitled to? However, since the motto and pledge have been as they are for so long, the government is not eager to change it, as it will be a lot of work, and frankly, there are more important issues currently on the table. Now, to have the pledge banned in schools is a solution to the problem — the pledge will not likely be amended any time in the near future. If you are a first-grader, is anyone going to tell you that you don’t have to recite the pledge? And even if they do, won’t the rest of the class look at you like something is wrong with you? At that young of an age, we all just want to fit in and have friends, and are not yet mentally capable enough of making decisions on the level of our religious stance on our own. Thus, by having the pledge in our nation’s public schools, you are in fact forcing your beliefs that this is a nation under your God upon non-Christian children, and very few of them know better than to not recite the pledge. Lastly, your opinion that creationism should be a viable substitute for biology is downright wrong. The belief that the “theory of evolution is just a theory” is uneducated at best. As used in science, a theory is an explanation or model based on observation, experimentation, and reasoning, especially one that has been tested and confirmed as a general principle helping to explain and predict natural phenomena. Whilst the theory of evolution and natural selection have large quantities of evidence to support it, the only support for creationism is your personal experience or beliefs, and that does not impress me. All of science revolves

around scientific theories, such that they are hypotheses that anyone of any religion can take and draw a logical conclusion from with the available evidence. I challenge you to write a scientific paper that supports creationism without the use of the theory of evolution and have it taken seriously anywhere other than a church or similar religious institution. Every other civilized nation on Earth teaches evolution. Why would you choose to allow our nation to fall behind theirs? More to the point, why do you not simply try to adjust your religion to accept evolution as a logical part of it? It has been done many times before. A new Bible was created such that King James of England could divorce, the Old Testament was thrown out in favor of the new and the Protestant Reformation occurred because Martin Luther was so unhappy with the Catholic Church. I leave you with this quote. It held true then, and it still holds true today: “If we look back into history for the character of the present sects in Christianity, we shall find few that have not in their turns been persecutors, and complainers of persecution. The primitive Christians thought persecution extremely wrong in the Pagans, but practiced it on one another. The first Protestants of the Church of England blamed persecution in the Romish Church, but practiced it upon the Puritans. They found it wrong in Bishops, but fell into the practice themselves both there (England) and in New England.” — Benjamin Franklin

Signing off for the side of reason, Alexander Krochman Mechanical Engineering

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April 10, 2012

OPINION

Will we benefit more on the road from the official removal of red-light cameras? All that money from taxpayers as well as offenders was wasted

Courtesy of MCT Keeping an eye out for those “Photo Enforced” signs may become a thing of the past, but that doesn’t give us an excuse to not always exercise caution when behind the wheel.

Instilling an unnecessary fear in us is worth an increase in public safety

PRO: EZEKIEL HERNANDEZ

CON: RICARDO GONZALEZ

The Los Angeles red-light camera program is of the light, and even if it was noted on some digital finally coming to an end, and it couldn’t have come log, there’s nothing to say these cameras are calibrated any sooner. At its best, the program was faulty and correctly. In fact, the photo sent to you in most cases wasteful. Best yet, when word got out that people don’t was grainy and in black and white — never enough to really have to pay their tickets, the door was shut on prove that a driver was in the red. this failed public safety experiment. In case you’re skeptical about not paying your I can remember countless times driving through one camera fines, NPR had a fun amusing quote from of those intersections with a green light and having the Dennis Zine, a LA city councilman and former city big box flash a blinding bulb right as I crossed. cop: “If people want to pay, God bless them, let ‘em I always wondered what they did with all those pay. But if you don’t pay, there’s no consequence.” negatives, and wondered how many people swerved If you’re not in the city of Los Angeles, and you’re into a tree or an oncoming car on account of one of caught on camera, the same still applies — an these flashbulbs. automated snapshot is a weak case to make in a court I even wondered how many more accidents occurred of law. For those cities still taking snapshots, you can on account of someone slamming on their brakes out be rest assured that these big gray boxes will soon end of fear of not making the yellow light right on time, up as scrap. resulting a costly fender-bender and an unnecessary Furthermore, none of the program’s backers have waste of time instead. ever been able to According to a CBS conjure up any kind of report, the city of Los Many courts now have concluded that numbers to show that Angeles was losing taking snapshots of cars these kinds of citations don’t meet the $1.5 million every year makes anyone safer. on the red-light camera legal criteria of issuing any kind of driving record Many courts now program. Finally, last points or warrants … if you ever get a picture of have concluded that summer, the whole yourself in your car with a $500 invoice these kinds of citations scheme was scrapped. don’t meet the legal attached to it, you can toss it in the trash. The botched revenue criteria of issuing any system devised by kind of driving record pocket-picking cities never even used the proper points or warrants. avenues of the legal system, and cities had a hard Therefore, the good news for everyone is, if you time in court proving guilt on the part of any of ever get a picture of yourself in your car with a $500 these drivers. invoice attached to it, you can toss it in the trash. Usually what would happen is you would be Still, I’m sure there’s a fair share of model citizens snapped crossing an intersection with one of these who quickly scribbled a check for some costly zeros to cameras, soon followed by a bill in the mail telling you the ticket agency. to pay about $500. And for those suckers who have written checks back The photo that would come out is a picture of to the ticket office, they will hopefully learn from their what is presumably the registered driver of the vehicle mistake and learn to cope with the fact that there are, crossing an intersection. It does not show the color unfortunately, no refunds.

Sometimes, we as human beings need to know we are some people took notice to them and were encouraged being watched. (or perhaps discouraged) to react accordingly. It may not exactly be a liberal viewpoint but having an It is about deterrence, specifically when dealing with eye in the sky can be a powerful deterrent, especially in safety matters and law enforcement such as this. the cases where public safety is concerned. However, as is so often the case, cost of operation and Driver safety, specifically in the four-wheeling city of follow-through informed much of the decision to end Los Angeles, falls well within this realm. The song says the red-light camera program in Los Angeles. “nobody walks in LA” for good reason. Understandable (why continue to support a costly And before this starts sounding a bit too much like Big deterrent system if only moderate improvements are Brother talking down to you in a condescending manner, garnered?) until you realize one fact — coughing up the one should sit back and ask oneself this question: In a money for the citations given by red-light cameras is controlled environment, what are the real disadvantages actually optional, and not even your insurance would be of crime surveillance in our streets? Encroachment of affected if the fine wasn’t paid. freedoms? Uneasiness? NPR reported back in August of 2011 that at that If you are obeying the basic traffic laws (i.e. stopping time, 50,000 citations to registered car owners in Los at a red light), then what do you have to fear from a Angeles were outstanding. With such impotent support system like that in place in Los Angeles? behind it, it is not really a wonder that the city eventually It has been proven scrapped the program. that these type of Thus the real dilemma programs work. In 2005, here is not even really In a controlled environment, what the U.S. Department of whether red-light are the real disadvantages of crime Transportation released cameras being installed a study detailing the use surveillance in our streets? … If you are in a major city is a bad of red-light cameras in obeying the basic traffic laws … then what do idea or something that some seven jurisdictions you have to fear from a system like that should or should not be across the United in place in Los Angeles? attempted, but rather States. The studies took how effective one might an estimated amount be if it actually had a level of crashes after implementation of the systems and of support behind it. How can we even draw conclusions compared them against actual results. about things if we cannot even do them correctly? And the study revealed that, following the Again, it is not about a camera on every corner implementation of red-light cameras, the frequency or turning Southern California into a police state of of right-angle crashes dropped nearly 25 percent. some kind, but rather attempting to increase safety From a cost standpoint, the total crash cost following wherever possible. implementation dropped almost 10 percent. It is arguable that this is not really what implementing What this means, if it is not obvious, is that these red- something like the red-light camera system is about — light cameras actually appeared to decrease the number politics and the like enter into a situation like this — but of accidents consistently wherever they were present. It regardless, Los Angeles streets can only suffer with the might not be an overwhelming change, but obviously absence of such surveillance.

The universal moral rule is golden for a reason Despite different beliefs, we are still united under one law TIM WORDEN Daily Titan

What do religions like Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism and Confucianism have in common? They all incorporate the Golden Rule, a maxim promoting compassion and sympathy to others, into their beliefs. “One should treat others as one would like others to treat oneself,” the Golden Rule says. The exact wording varies from religion to religion, but the implemented philosophy is the same: I do not like when someone hurts me, so I should not hurt them. The Golden Rule is rooted in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia 4,000 years ago, where the “eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth” Code of Hammurabi was set forth. The Golden Rule even surfaces in the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights. But it is most famous today for being the center of Jesus’ beliefs in Christianity. “Do unto others as you would have

them do to you,” Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount (Luke 6:31). Later in the New Testament, Jesus is asked what is the greatest commandment out of all the 10 Commandments, the vital tennant for Judaism. Jesus responded that the two greatest commandments are that man should love God and his or her neighbor. “And who is my neighbor?” a man asks Jesus. So Jesus tells him a story about a man who was beaten, robbed and left on the side of a road. A priest walked by and avoided the man, as did a Levite (a man from one of the respected Jewish tribes). But a Samaritan (a tribe despised by the Jews) saw the man and “took pity on him ... and bandaged his wounds.” The Samaritan took the wounded man to an inn and paid for his lodgings. “Look after him,” the Samaritan said, “and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.” The “religious” priest was acting selfishly. The Samaritan realized everyone is his neighbor and his compassion transcended his racial and religious barriers. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. pleaded for this compassion 44 years ago in his last speech, “I’ve

Been to the Mountaintop,” which he gave the day before he was assassinated. “The first question that (the priest and) the Levite asked was, ‘If I stop to help this man, what will happen to me?’ But then the good Samaritan came by. And he reversed the question: ‘If I do not stop to help this man, what will happen to him?’” said King. Even though slavery had been abolished in 1865 with the 13th Amendment, blacks were still being segregated 100 years later, and a system of Jim Crow laws were oppressing the blacks. King took a stand against this racism. The entire segregation era could have been avoided in our country’s history if the white leaders, politicians and police officers had followed the Golden Rule.

They simply had to ask themselves, “Is this how I would like to be treated?” However, that question is only the tip of the Golden Rule. Upholders of the Golden Rule actively pursue altruism, the act of helping others. An altruism study by Carolyn Schwartz for Psychosomatic Medicine magazine (which studies sociology and psychology) concluded that “helping others is associated with higher levels of mental health, above and beyond the benefits of receiving help and other known psycho-spiritual, stress and demographic factors.” “The act of giving to someone else may have mental health benefits because the very nature of focusing outside the self counters the self-focused nature of anxiety

or depression,” said Schwartz in the study, which looked at members of the Presbyterian Church. Other studies have also shown that volunteering reduces the risk of mortality for elderly adults and enhances self-esteem, and protects against antisocial behaviors for adolescents. A National Opinion Research Center survey of 27,000 adults found those with jobs that involve helping others have a greater overall sense of happiness than those who do not. Today’s world is filled with violence. Joseph Kony, the Lord’s Resistance Army warlord, recently became infamous as a mass murderer who has kidnapped as many as 66,000 children to fight against central African governments. This conflict has displaced 2 million Ugandans from their homes since

The exact wording varies from religion to religion, but the implemented philosophy is the same: I do not like when someone hurts me, so I should not hurt them. 1986. And the United Nations estimated in 2008 that human trafficking had already affected 2.5 million individuals worldwide. Alone we cannot solve these problems, but together we can contribute (time, money or awareness). But recovery starts at home by helping our neighbors. “Let us develop a kind of dangerous unselfishness,” King said.

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April 10, 2012

FEATURES

Protect yourself by deleting your virtual iniquities Employers now have access to prospective employees’ Facebooks KELLIE KNEZOVICH For the Daily Titan

Obvious tips to prepare for a job interview: Dress appropriately, research the company and make a list of your best assets. One notso-obvious tip for an interview: temporarily delete your Facebook page, or at least delete any raunchy photos posted from that Vegas trip last weekend. With social media growing more popular, employers are learning the tricks of the trade when it comes to interviewing potential job candidates. Facebook is a site used as free advertisement — so what better way for employers to see how you market yourself? Ultimately, your Facebook profile may determine whether you would fit in well with the company that you are interviewing for.

If I walk into an interview and the employer asks for, or even demands, my password, I will definitely turn him down ... Katie Egan Human Services Major

Even if you have your profile settings set to private, it doesn’t really make a difference. On March 28, the Federal Communications Commission Process Reform Act of 2012 failed to pass in Congress when it was voted against 236 to 184. As a result, employers are now able to demand Facebook passwords from interviewees without being accused of committing an illegal breach of privacy. The bill was proposed by Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.), who said the bill would have promoted privacy. Republican lawmakers criticized the amendment, calling it unnecessary and arguing that the legislation wouldn’t help alleviate the growing situation. However, another amendment to address this issue is possible in the near future. Richard Parry, an associate

professor in the Management Department at Cal State Fullerton, primarily focuses his teaching on business law and legal studies. “The law does not do what the summary said it would do,” said Parry. “In fact, the way the law read, it was actually quite limited. It’s limited to companies regulated by the FCC.” Parry said the impact of the bill is limited exclusively to telecommunication companies. According to Parry, it is unlikely for telecommunication companies to ask for a Facebook password because they are given certain questions to ask interviewees relating to their ability to perform a job. Nonetheless, with the unemployment rate as high as it is, and people willing to take any job they can lay their hands on, some CSUF students draw the line when it comes to being asked to give up their privacy. Angela Kreit, 20, an art major at CSUF, believes this is a complete invasion of privacy. “I understand them looking at your Facebook page when your profile is public; I know employers do that. But when it comes to them asking for your Facebook password, it’s absolutely ridiculous. That is not OK,” said Kriet. Even though it hasn’t happened to her, Katie Egan, 21, a human services major, will never give up her Facebook password even if asked to do so. “If I walk into an interview and the employer asks for, or even demands, my password, I will definitely turn him down, even if it’s at the expense of me getting a job,” said Egan. “And if that’s the case, I wouldn’t even want to work for a company where the employer likes to snoop around.” According to Declan McCullagh of CBS News Tech Talk, “it was a transparent, if clever, delaying tactic. If Perlmutter actually wanted to add that pro-privacy section to the bill, he could have suggested an amendment instead of returning it to the committee.” With the election coming up, political tactics are becoming increasingly intense. Even though politics may have stirred the pot a little, the reality here is, if you post those adventurous, fun-filled, wild nights you had in Vegas — be prepared to face professional repercussions.

Living with

Autism ANIBAL ORTIZ / Daily Titan Some people on the autism spectrum suffer from behavioral issues. A broken video game controller can be a reminder of that.

Although autism can bring about setbacks, through diligence, sucess is still within reach RICHARD ANDERSON Daily Titan

Some people live in their own reality, oblivious to the world around them. Others find it impossible to stay still, so they fidget uncontrollably. And then there are those who have moderate to severe behavioral issues. You might think I’m describing everyday regular people, but I’m actually describing autism. I’m describing myself, a person on the autism spectrum. I have some of the issues listed above. God knows I can’t seem to stand still while waiting for a bus. With the way I pace, you might think I’m at my wit’s end. I might get looks — I don’t know. I’m never paying attention to what or who everyone else is looking at. I remember when I was younger, I had friends — or thought I did. In junior high school, one by one, they all turned on me. I’ve had issues trusting people ever since, thinking that if I began trusting people outside my own family, they might betray or abandon me. Eventually I lost contact with them one way or another with a few exceptions. My so-called friends stopped hanging out with me at school or after school. They laughed at me when I wagged my pen or pencil between my fingers, which I still do when I’m holding one — because I can’t stay still. They would make fun

of the fact that I walk with a limp, which is caused by having cerebral palsy, and they would even stick their feet out in front of me to see if I’d fall. The kids also made fun of my upper lip by using their fingers to pull theirs up. Then there’s the fact that when these kids talked to me, they tried to mimic my voice and then laughed when I became agitated. I can’t help it if I have a speech impediment. Still, to their credit, they never tried to get me to do stupid things like eat dog food, which, unfortunately, I’ve heard does happen in schools. I’m not ashamed to admit I have behavioral issues. Even at 33 years old, I still quit video games in a rage. I yell at them when they don’t go my way. A couple of my controllers are even cracked from slamming them on the carpeted floor. I’m still a gamer because I love gaming, and I wouldn’t give it up for anything, even when I rage. Though I still explode sometimes, I’m getting better at managing my anger, and I’m proud of the fact that I’ve always kept my anger in check around someone I’m dating. Speaking of dating, I’ve never understood how to flirt. I can smile and wink, and even let the girl know I’m interested, but I just can’t figure out how to play “hard to get.” I guess you can chalk it up to the fact that I struggle with my social skills and

the fact that I feel awkward in these situations. I mean, unlike some people on the spectrum, I can grasp complex emotions. Dr. Temple Grandin, who is also on the spectrum and is a professor of animal science at Colorado University, has said in the past that she never got married because she can’t grasp complex emotions like love. I, on the other hand, can. I’ve loved, lost and loved again. Grandin, who has published books on the subject of autism, thinks in terms of pictures, rather than language, another common trait of autism. Last year, when I saw her biopic, I realized I’m the same way. It never occurred to me, but that’s exactly how I process my thoughts. A few years ago, I had to move with my family from the city to the country. As a city boy, that was a major change, and change is always something I’ve struggled with. I felt like I was stuck in the boonies, and I couldn’t drive (I still can’t). I couldn’t really go anywhere. The result of not having transportation was the fact that I couldn’t find a job and got poor grades in the college I was attending. Studying journalism at a campus without journalism classes didn’t help either. A couple years later, I decided I could no longer handle the boredom of being stuck with no transportation. I just needed to go to a school and have the transportation to get there. So I asked my parents to let me move back to Orange County. My family was insistent that I’d never be able to live on my own because they thought I wouldn’t be able to survive. My mom’s former bookkeeper

was working for someone who owned group homes, so my mom sent me to live there. While the home was considered a “Level 2” home, meaning it had less restrictions than most group homes because my housemates and I were high functioning, I still couldn’t be home without a supervisor there. A couple years after I moved in, the bookkeeper moved in as the house mother. While we were mostly able to be around each other when I was growing up, we fought constantly after she moved in. I would tell her I had plans, so she would make her own. When my plans fell through, I wanted to be home. She would never cancel her plans and I was stuck doing my own thing. It wasn’t long before I started begging my family to let me move into an apartment. I turned to the Regional Center of Orange County, which helped find me a supported living vendor. The vendor talked to my family members, telling them what he could do to help me better take care of myself. He then helped me find an apartment and a roommate. Since that time, I graduated from Saddleback College with an A.A. degree in journalism. Now, I’m almost done with Cal State Fullerton, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in journalism while looking for an internship, preferably with an organization like Autism Speaks. I plan to use my experiences in my professional career. I love the idea of helping spread awareness, and that’s the point of this story — I’m writing in honor of Autism Awareness Month, sitting here wearing my blue Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) shirt because it’s Wear Blue Day. Doing what I can to reach out and spread awareness is exactly what I want to do.

April 10, 2012

FEATURES PROFILE | Reserve Officer’s Training Corps

Battling their way to a degree Students in CSUF’s ROTC program juggle class and army training MEC VALLE Daily Titan

ANIBAL ORTIZ / Daily Titan Pooja Mamidi spends most of her leisure time in the Titan Student Union. She still plans to spend time there during the construction of the food court’s new Baja Fresh.

Baja reigns freshest The Mexican food concept may be more popular than past ones MELANIE PULIDO For the Daily Titan

Cal State Fullerton’s Titan Student Union tries to stay versatile by ensuring that students will always have delicious choices for quenching their thirsts and fueling their systems. A new addition to the TSU food court will open for business in a few months’ time. Last March, virtual surveys and questionnaires were given to students about what they ate frequently and what they enjoyed most about the TSU. CSUFFood.com explained how the survey was conducted and what the results were. The website stated that, “on March 7, 2011, Campus Dining reached out to the campus with a survey asking what next Mexican food concept would you like to see in the TSU food court? After three weeks we received 3,113 total surveys from 83 percent students, 4 percent faculty, 10 percent staff, 3 percent others.” A Student Organizations Accessing Resources (SOAR) meeting transcript from Oct. 18, 2011 stated that Christian Urcia, a former SOAR-CICC memberat-large, discussed “the beneficial changes that will happen in our facilities. He talked about how student advocacy makes a huge impact on campus, and that is why we will now have a Baja Fresh instead of (a) Green Burrito.” According to the document, many students noticed the lack of lines forming at the Green Burrito. Daniel Simental, a 20-yearold business major at the time the meeting took place, said in

the document, “I never saw really anyone at the Green Burrito, and I’m here a lot because I have class four days a week, so I kind of feel like I live at the TSU.” So are students happy that Baja is in and the Green Burrito is out? Andrew Bedrosian, 22, a psychology major, said, “I actually really like Baja Fresh; I think it’s a good move since no one really cared for the Green Burrito, and there really aren’t that many Baja Fresh restaurants around here.” Although some students are happy with the change, there are others who did enjoy the Green Burrito establishment. “Honestly, I like the Green Burrito, but I do admit that I felt like I was one of the only people who would eat there,” Anita Fergison, 22, a criminal justice major said. Joel Johnson, 21, a business major, said that he isn’t happy with the choice either. “Chipotle would have been the better choice, but I probably won’t be eating at Baja Fresh either way,” said Johnson. CSUF’s food committee is always focused on looking for healthy establishments for the TSU, and they are hoping that Baja Fresh lives up to its motto, “We choose handmade not processed. Farm fresh not tin-canned. Flavor and nutrition over fillers and fads. At Baja Fresh you’ll find eating well is a way of life and a state of mind.” Baja Fresh is also taking a technological approach with its loyalty cards by using “Punch’d,” a virtual punch card for loyal customers that can be updated and stored on their smartphones. So, whether students are for Baja Fresh, The Green Burrito or even Chipotle, only time will tell if Baja Fresh is going to be a hit or a

It’s 5:45 a.m. If you are a student in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program at CSUF, 5:45 a.m. means that it is time to get to work. Students in the ROTC program are provided with leadership and military training for when they complete their education at CSUF. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays start with physical training at the break of dawn. Physical fitness is mandatory in the program. Tuesdays and Thursdays aren’t days for rest, they are just looked at as more time to complete individual exercise plans. Though the program does demand physical fitness, it doesn’t consist solely of exercise. To be in the ROTC program, students must also acquire college-level knowledge. After physical training is completed, ROTC students have to put in the time to work on college courses that make regular university students nervous. By no means is the lifestyle of an ROTC student at CSUF for the weak of heart. It is a program that

I think if I didn’t have that motivation ... if I didn’t have the discipline and training, I really don’t know where I’d be Joe Lopez Senior/ROTC

requires dedication to the training, constant learning and the strict regimen of a military personal. ROTC students learn that building character can come from something as small as carrying 55 pounds of equipment for hours on end to more harrowing struggles like intense trainings. Whether big or small, these students learn to exemplify all types of life lessons. Time management and overall leadership skills are just a few of the qualities these men and women carry into their lives. The daily life of ROTC students doesn’t only consist of college academics, work and the menial activities the average college student is involved in. These men and women live by their passion to serve. Developing the cadets is just one of the gratifying experiences Capt. David Park said he gets to witness. “I am very confident by the time these cadets graduate and

MEC VALLE / Daily Titan Cadet Kang briefs other cadets on the skills they will be working on for the training exercise. Several assets that students in Cal State Fullerton’s ROTC program gain are leadership skills and phyical fitness. However, the demanding program is not for everyone.

commission ... in their abilities to lead America’s finest men and women into battle,” said Park, Military Science II instructor and logistics officer. “I’ve seen a lot of an immense amount of growth and maturity in their leadership and decision making skills ... And I’m just happy that everybody from senior cadets to some of the instructors can have a part in contributing to that.” Paul Longuevan, 19, a sophomore cadet in the program, was one of the students to undergo the transformation from being undisciplined to being a student of diligence with a dedication to hard work. “In high school, I really didn’t do a lot of homework,” said Longuevan. “I was really lazy ... kind of a punk. I slept in class ... I just did video games and stuff. I didn’t really care.” Longuevan’s ROTC experience facilitated the change from an unmotivated high school student to a man of accomplishments. He has

been on the dean’s list since his first semester of college. Longuevan has been a class leader and has received the only slot allotted to CSUF to go to airborne school. Joe Lopez, 22, a senior in the program, said the ROTC molds people who feel lost in life. “I think if I didn’t have that motivation ... if I didn’t have the discipline and training, I really don’t know where I’d be,” said Lopez. According to Lopez, this line of work is not for everyone. “It’s more of a vocational (education). It … definitely takes a lot of your time and effort, and that ... it’s not for you then people wouldn’t complete the program,” Lopez said. Longuevan agreed that this calling takes fervor and devotion. “When I found out more about it, I decided I wanted to make a career out of it. So I don’t want it to be just something on a resume,” Longuevan

said. “Like I said before, what attracted me isn’t what’s keeping me here. I just love it. I like the camaraderie. I like the emphasis on physical fitness and the loyalty of it.” Patriotism and giving back are just a few of the reasons these students decided to join the ROTC. Another reason is the obligation that people feel to reciprocate what this country has given them. “The reason why I want to become an officer is because I feel like, personally, it’s my feeling that people should give back to the country, and I think that this is the best way that I can give back to it as being an officer in the Army,” Longuevan said. ROTC isn’t quite like how the movies portray the military. For cadets like Longuevan and Lopez, the ROTC program is a brotherhood they will never forget. “I also can’t think of doing anything else with my life,” Longuevan said.

Education for the masses with convenience and accessibility The Extended Education program at Cal State Fullerton allows people to take classes without committing MELANIE PULIDO For the Daily Titan

Choosing where someone is going to spend the next two to four years of their life is a big commitment that not everyone can make. Cal State Fullerton understands that this undertaking is not for everyone. On face value, CSUF seems to have just about everything a student needs to succeed — networking resources, a variety of majors and great research programs. Although it’s a total package of a university, some people take a little more time than others to decide whether being a Titan is right for them.

I assumed that counselors were the only people I could go to, but they were so informative. They gave me plenty of information about classes that even fit my hectic schedule. Maria Lemus American Studies and Psychology Double Major

That is where CSUF’s Extended Education program comes in. The Extended Education program offers an open availability for any person, even non-students, to come in and take whatever courses their heart desires. The program allows people to keep their options completely open by allowing anyone, from teens to adults, to come in and take any course from any major that interests

them without being tied down to any university fouryear or two-year program. John Asam, administrative assistant for the Extended Education office, sums the program up as “a ‘Swiss army knife’ of education — a variety of different options for different areas.” Asam said anyone from an employee or “someone off the street” can just come in and start working or continue their degree, even without being accepted to the university. Maria Lemus, an American studies and psychology double major, has found the Extended Education office extremely useful. “I went into that office with a friend of mine and I myself was having a little trouble on deciding what I wanted my major to be in. I assumed that counselors were the only people I could go to, but they were so informative. They gave me plenty of information about classes that even fit my hectic schedule,” said Lemus. Extended education also has a program for every age range. There is a summer program for teens, and international students with an active visa are also able to take any courses they want. Extended Education’s pricing and tuition is the same as tuition for traditional students, and the program affords the same quality learning. “(Extended Education) is so convenient about giving you info, most of the counselors were usually busy on the days I would come to school,” said CSUF alumna Ashley Ardron. “I got a lot of information to help my mom get back into school from them as well.” So if it is just waiting for a spot to open up at the main university or if an individual is just taking courses in an area of an interest, Extended Education allows one to grow and learn with the least amount of pressure and a high level of convenience. dailytitan.com/features

April 10, 2012

FEATURES PROFILE | Gustavo Arellano

Don’t know? “Ask a Mexican” The popular OC Weekly columnist didn’t expect to fall into writing for a living LISETTE GUZMAN For the Daily Titan

Gustavo Arellano’s passionate political views and energetic attitude have afforded him many opportunities to share his insight. To some Cal State Fullerton students, he is known as professor; to writers at the OC Weekly, he is known as boss; and to the rest of the world, Arellano is known as an author, political commentator and crusader for immigration rights. Gustavo Arellano is best known for his popular newspaper column, “Ask a Mexican!” “I’m a journalist because I want to go after the bad guys. I want to destroy them. I want to eradicate them from this planet,” said Arellano. Arellano became a journalist by accident and his outspoken personality is to blame. The Anaheim born-and-bred scholar was working on his bachelor’s degree in film studies at Chapman University when he stumbled upon the OC Weekly in 2000. Arellano submitted multiple story ideas to an editor at the magazine, when one day the editor suggested he write for the publication. “I had no experience in journalism. None,” Arellano said. He agreed to write anyway and quickly discovered he had a knack for it. “The journalism bug really got to me. I was like, ‘Wow,’” Arellano said. “My editor at the time, he just unlocked in me something that I never even knew existed inside of me.” In 2003 after Arellano graduated from UCLA with a master’s degree in Latin American studies, and began writing full time for the OC Weekly. Arellano reported in-depth stories on

subjects that were close to his heart, such as illegal immigration and the history of Mexicans in Orange County. The idea for the “Ask A Mexican!” column arose out of a joke, something the playful editors at the OC Weekly occasionally run on its readers. The premise was for Arellano to answer a ridiculous question submitted by a faux reader regarding Mexican people. “I didn’t want to do it. I didn’t think anybody would care about the column,” says Arellano. It was supposed to be a joke, simply a one-time gag. “People went nuts for it! People hated it, people loved it, but we got all these questions. We were not expecting that at all,” Arellano said. According to Arellano, both he and his editor agreed that he would continue to answer the questions until he finished answering them all. “And well here I am, eight years later. The questions never stopped,” he said. Arellano is serious, yet humorous, in both his speech and his writing. That is the primary reason why the “Ask A Mexican!” column has been so successful. Messay Mengesha, senior double major in political science and criminal justice at CSUF said, “He has a very funny way of describing things even though some of the subject matter is not funny. He puts it in such a way that it’s humorous.” The “Ask A Mexican!” column is syndicated in almost 40 newspapers across the country and was turned into a book in 2007. Arellano has also contributed articles to various publications including the Los Angeles Times and the Huffington Post. He is often invited to be a guest on radio and television programs such as Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report, to discuss controversial topics such as the DREAM Act and other immigration plights.

I’m a journalist because I want to go after the bad guys. I want to destroy them. Gustavo Arellano OC Weekly Columnist

“When I hear people insulting illegal immigrants, especially illegal Mexicans, I view it as an insult to my family, an insult to the people that I know and love,” said Arellano. His father emigrated from Mexico illegally, and Arellano’s maternal grandfather also came to this country as an illegal immigrant. “I’m not going to sit back and let people say this crap. I’m gonna fight that. I’m gonna fight that with everything that I have,” he said. Arellano released his most recent book Taco USA: How Mexican Food Conquered America Tuesday. In his book, Arellano the foodie — he also writes the food reviews for the OC Weekly — looks at the history and evolution of Mexican food in the U.S. written in his signature satirical style. “I came to the realization that there is no ‘authentic’ Mexican food,” wrote Arellano. “When I first started working on this book, I was up here ‘Aw, that’s not real Mexican food. That’s fake Mexican food. That’s white people Mexican food.’” It is because of his vast knowledge and extensive research in Latin American studies that Arellano caught the attention of CSUF Chicana and Chicano studies assistant professor Alexandro Jose Gradilla. “He is innovative and cutting edge in terms of identity politics and journalistic work. He is well read and articulate regarding Chicana/Chicano history,” wrote Gradilla in an email.

Courtesy of Matt Otto Gustavo Arellano is the writer for OC Weekly’s popular column “Ask a Mexican,” which began as a joke at the publication. Arellano also teaches for CSUF’s Chicana and Chicana Studies Department.

Gradilla first approached Arellano about becoming a professor at CSUF because, “his research was impeccable. Scholars and librarians all around the OC completely respect him.” Arellano became a professor at CSUF in the fall 2010. He is currently teaching under the Chicana and Chicano Studies Department

Meet Tuffy, pride of the Titans The CSUF mascot talks about what it’s like being a celebrity AJAI SPELLMAN Daily Titan

With more than 1,000 likes on Facebook and a Universal Cheerleaders Association award for Most Collegiate Mascot, Tuffy Titan is one of Southern California’s most school-spirited mascots. College celebrity Titan has managed to win over the hearts of numerous students and residents, is highly admired, and many can’t help but wonder what goes on in his personal life. Tuffy sat down and spoke with the Daily Titan to share what it is like to be a student elephant. DT: “So what’s your major and what year are you (in) here at school?” TT: “I was actually a double major. I couldn’t decide on whether I wanted to pursue a career in business because I am very passionate about teaching, so I figured I would just teach business. In other words I majored in business and liberal studies, but I also minored in Spanish … as far as my year goes, I am a graduate student now.”

DT: “If you don’t mind me asking, is it hard having your title as the mascot and how exactly did you earn the position?” TT: (laughs) “No I don’t mind, I get that a lot. Being the face of Cal State Fullerton is a pretty difficult position to maintain, and not just anyone could do it so I try to put my best foot forward when I am on the job … my dad, Tuffy Titan Sr., was named the university’s mascot in the early 1960s when CSUF hosted “The First Intercollegiate Elephant Race in Human History. “The May 11 event attracted 10,000 spectators, 15 racing pachyderms, and worldwide news coverage. From then on my dad, who participated in the race, became the school’s mascot. I grew up watching my father perform and as he pumped up the crowd at every game, and I knew from that moment on that I would go on to follow in his footsteps.” DT: “So what exactly does your job entail?” TT: “My job is to make sure that school spirit is spread throughout the campus. I get the crowd hyped at games, I perform with the cheer and the dance teams, and it also entails ... taking pictures with fans and signing

Being the face of Cal State Fullerton is a pretty difficult position to maintain, and not just anyone can do it so I try to put my best foot forward...

and an elephant at the same time. I kind of suffer from identity issues because of it. I have to constantly explain to people that I am an elephant whose last name is Titan, it gets a little frustrating for me too.”

Tuffy Titan CSUF Mascot

autographs when I make special appearances at school-based events.” DT: “That sounds awesome. I must say, you are quite the celebrity here on campus. Tell me what it’s like to be you on a daily basis.” TT: “Well, besides the fact that I have trouble making it to class on time because of students asking for my autograph, my days are pretty much like any other student’s. I have trouble finding parking, and I can never fit on the elevator, so I get a little tired after walking up flights of stairs.” DT: “I know what you mean. I have a class on the third floor of Langsdorf Hall. But tell me about some of the other issues that you are confronted with?” TT: “Everyone is always asking me what how I can be a Titan

DT: “I can see how that would be a bit of a problem. A lot of students go through similar situations. What would you say to those students that experience something similar to that?” TT: “I would tell them to just be themselves and not to worry about what other people thought. Always strive for success and be proud of who they are.”

and his classes always fill up. “His readers who are not CSUF students want to really take the course(s),” said Gradilla. Arellano plans to have a book signing event Thursday for Taco USA at the Fullerton Public Library. He is expected to hold a similar event on campus later this month.

April 10, 2012

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Salsa club continues to sizzle as membership grows Up in numbers, the CSUF club preps for Long Beach competition LINDSAY LEE

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Building a stronger community through salsa dancing is the reoccurring theme that shadows the Cal State Fullerton salsa club as it prepares for this semester’s major upcoming competition. Including the team, club and officers, the salsa club stands strong with 70 to 80 members. Senior Vice President Romeo Ancheta said the steady increase in membership has positively affected the club. The growing number in membership has helped the club become more structured and focused, making for a successful semester. Meeting regularly throughout spring, the club gears up for the College Salsa

We are really excited to compete and the dancers are getting stronger. Kazumi DeVries Head Coach

Congress that will take place April 28 at Cal State Long Beach. This competition brings together campuses from all over California to compete and earn cash prizes. The event is known for gathering more than 3,000 people in attendance and easily stands as the biggest competition held each year. According to CSUF alumnus and team captain Cedric Papa, the key to doing well at the College Salsa Congress will be to understand the commitment it takes to be involved in the club. “Everyone is really committed and is coming together to show what it means to be a part of the Cal State Fullerton Salsa Club,” said Papa. Staying focused and committed stems not only from the scheduled club practices, but also from activities that take place outside of the club. The members pride themselves on not

only dancing salsa, but thinking about salsa, going to salsa events, planning salsa activities and partaking in club outings. Through these activities, a sense of community or team develops, and Papa is the glue that keeps everything together. “It is important for me to make sure the team is running well and stays conflict free so that salsa can remain the only focus in the club,” Papa said. Competitions are nerve-racking, and this is the first time dancing competitively for many of the members. As captain, Papa sees that the new dancers stay calm and focused instead of letting their nerves take over. “We are really excited to compete and the dancers are getting stronger,” said Head Coach Kazumi DeVries. “We carry high hopes for the competition at Long Beach State because this club is demanding, but remains rewarding.” In preparation for the College Salsa Congress, hard work is given from each member of the club. DeVries has been the instructor for the salsa club for two years and has really seen a difference in the focus of the club this semester. To help prepare the dancers for the College Salsa Congress, there are Jack and Jill solo competitions that occur throughout the semester. These competitions are for individual dancers to grow and be ranked separately from their partners. Having to switch partners multiple times throughout the competition, the judges look for the dancer’s overall skills with each partner. DeVries said multiple students have made it to the final rounds of these Jack and Jill competitions, giving potential for success in the future. The salsa club is a nonprofit organization that focuses on building strong relationships with the community and helping to provide a vibrant salsa scene. Giving back to the salsa scene is important, and sustaining that community feeling is what gives the club a solid boost when heading into competitions. Facing the College Salsa Congress, the salsa club turns to their community, dance and dedication to bring them success in Long Beach later this month.

ROBERT HUSKEY / Daily Titan Junior right-handed pitcher Dylan Floro (center) talks to his teammates on the mound of Goodwin Field in a 3-2 loss against TCU Feb. 24.

Titans take streak on road CSUF will travel to No. 5 UCLA looking to win its fifth straight game

JUSTIN ENRIQUEZ Daily Titan

The Cal State Fullerton baseball team (2110) will bring its four-game winning streak as it takes on the UCLA Bruins (21-7) at Jackie Robinson Stadium Tuesday at 6 p.m. It will be a battle between two top 20-ranked baseball teams as UCLA is ranked No. 5 and CSUF is ranked No. 14. The Titans just swept UC Davis in a three-game series at Goodwin Field from Thursday to Saturday. The victory extended their winning streak to four, which is the first they’ve had since early March. In the recent game Saturday, the Titans dominated UC Davis 11-0 behind the bats of sophomore outfielder Michael Lorenzen, junior outfielder Anthony Hutting, freshman infielder Matt Chapman and junior outfielder Austin Kingsolver, who each drove in two runs.

Once again, the team pitching of the Titans also proved to be strong as freshman Grahamm Wiest, sophomore Christian Coronado and freshman Tyler Peitzmeier combined for a nine-hit shutout. The UCLA baseball team is 13-7 at home with an impressive 7-0 away record. Its overall record is 20-7, including a 12game winning streak spanning from Feb. 25 to March 16. The streak included victories over No. 16 Baylor, Long Beach State, Sacramento State, UC Riverside, Georgia, USC and Arizona State. The Bruins just came off losing two of three games at home in a series with No. 22 Oregon University. UCLA took the last game of the series, 8-6, Saturday. They overcame an early 5-2 deficit with 12 hits and by scoring in four of the final five innings. Junior outfielder Beau Amaral, junior catcher Trevor Brown, junior outfielder Cody Keefer and sophomore infielder Pat Valaika all had two hits each. In addition, Keefer also extended his

hitting streak to a team-leading 14 games. They had led 2-0 after the first inning, then Oregon scored five runs in the fifth. UCLA tied the game by scoring one run in the fourth and two in the fifth. Oregon led 6-5 with a run in the sixth, then UCLA responded with two runs in the seventh, adding another one in the eighth, ultimately winning the game 8-6. David Berg received the win in a relief role with a perfect record of 4-0 in the season. The game against UCLA will be the first of four straight games the Cal State Fullerton Titans will have on the road this week. After they complete this game, they will set their eyes on fellow Big West Conference team UC Irvine, playing them Friday through Sunday. The last game of the series, taking place Sunday, will be broadcast nationally on ESPNU at 2 p.m. Tickets at UCLA’s Jackie Robinson Stadium will cost $7 for adults and $5 for youth, with the game set to start at 6 p.m. For more information, go to FullertonTitans.com.