Daily Titan September 13, 2010

Vol. 88 Issue 6

September 13, 2010

Singers Commemorate

WHAT’S INSIDE

Diverse choir performs at Verizon Amphitheatre in honor of fallen

FEATURES Dispelling the myth behind hostels ........................................6

attacks on Sept. 11 See UNITY, page 3

Motor Bikes

OPINION A look at terrorism by the numbers ........................................4

Fullerton alumnus designs eco-friendly bikes See MOTOR BIKES, page 5

SPORTS Titan Spotlight: Women’s volleyball libero ........................................8

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Freedom rally singles out Islam

Titans need to get back to basics Soccer falls in two straight games as their season toughens up

Tea Party members gather in Chino Hills on Sept. 11

ELLIOT COOK Staff Writer

The Cal State Fullerton men’s soccer team started off their home campaign against San Jose State University on Sept. 10, losing 1-0. The Titans were solid early, but let up a goal 24 minutes into the match from a bending corner pass that caught the head of senior midfielder Josh Boemecke.

Titan junior goalkeeper Trevor Whiddon had no chance on the ball, but kept the Titans in the match the whole game. In the second half the Titans had a few opportunities. At the 65-minute mark sophomore midfielder, Oscar Aguero, had a shot go off the post. The Titans best chance of the match came in the last minute when they had three shots that were blocked

by San Jose defenders. This is a game the Titans felt they should have won.

Junior midfielder Nate Fischer said, “We didn’t play up to our potential.

We are definitely a very talented team and we realize this.”

The Titans theme for the season so far is not being able to finish. This is probably their biggest flaw to date, but junior midfielder Mario Alvarez thinks the team will be fine. “These have been typical college soccer games, not much we can do about that. We have a lot to work on, but we have 15 more games, so the season is young. It’s really early but we know what we need to do for the results to improve,” Alvarez said.

The Titans wrapped up their weekend tournament by playing Pac-10 foe the University of Washington. The Huskies are a team on the rise in the Pac-10, that is very young and talented. This was definitely on display against the Titans as Washington won 3-1 on Sept. 12.

The Titans dominated the first half and had a brilliant chance five minutes into the match but the opportunity was wasted.

At the 12-minute mark Washington made a defensive blunder but led to an amazing blast by junior forward Nick Posthuma from 22 yards out that went past the goalie and into the right side of the net.

This game was certainly a game of two halves, as Washington clearly outplayed the Titans in the second frame.

Washington had multiple opportunities to score winning every header, 50-50 ball and flat out wanted to win more.

See MEN’S SOCCER, page 8

OLIVIA BOUNVONGXAY Staff Writer

same job and sharing their experiences. He said members of the OCFA went to New York and to the Pentagon in 2001 and now return annually to support the families of those who died.

A class of volunteer reservists was in attendance in Irvine. The words spoken reminded them of why they wanted to be firefighters.

Flags slowly rose in silence Saturday afternoon in Chino Hills as a reminder of Sept. 11 and the lives that were lost. The Chino Hills Tea Party hosted a remembrance and freedom rally explaining what led to this occurrence.

The park was filled with people coming together to not only honor Sept. 11, but to discuss how that tragedy affects the country today. Those in attendance were Tea Party members, who according to the Chino Valley Tea Party website, are a group of concerned citizens who peacefully protest against the government’s current course.

“Our so called political and military leaders have their heads stuck where the sun isn’t shining,” said special guest speaker James E. Horn.

“We Americans are wonderful, forgiving people; we have long tolerated even those who do not tolerate us.”

Horn had a career as an American diplomat who served for more than a quarter of a century and published DiDiDawDawDiDi explaining America’s ineffectual national security against Islamic ideology.

In 1984, he was reported as the U.S. counter-terrorist team leader.

Horn said he was honored to work for his country during the time Ronald Reagan was president.

“We had some leaders with brain and courage,” Horn said. “Some of that is lacking today.”

Pam Bowling, Chino resident and pre-school teacher, wanted to make it clear that she wasn’t simply complaining about the state the nation is in.

“I don’t want to be one of those people who complains about what’s going on in our country and do absolutely nothing about it,” Bowling said.

Bowling, as well as the rest of the members, were drenched in red, white and blue. Tea Party members love their country and embrace conservative values; However, they also share a concern of arrogant government, over-taxation and Congress which they think seems to favor selfinterests over the will of their people, according to the Chino Valley Tea Party website.

See OCFA, page 2

See RALLY, page 3

MARK SAMALA / Photo Editor During a memorial service held at the Orange County Fire Authority Headquarters, Orange County firefighter Wayne Powell holds a firefighter axe to salute those of the NYFD that fell on Sept. 11.

NATION MOURNS ON ANNIVERSARY MARYANNE C. SHULTS Staff Writer

Community members and emergency services professionals gathered on Saturday to pay special tribute to those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, when acts of terrorism killed over 2,800 innocent people.

The Orange County Fire Authority held a remembrance service at its headquarters in Irvine on Saturday. The flag ceremony and special salute honored the 343 members of the Fire Department of New York, 23 members of the New York Police Department and 37 members of the New York Port Authority Police.

The ceremony began at 8:46 a.m. to coincide with the exact time the first plane hit the World Trade Center towers nine years ago.

“Across this great nation, Americans have paused at this time to consider the events of 9/11/2001, when tragedy hit this nation like never before,” said Warren Johnson, OCFA senior chaplain. “You knew where you were and what you were doing when that happened.”

As those gathered stood solemnly, an OCFA honor guard presented the colors, raising the flag, and then lowered it to half-mast. Following a moment of silence and time-honored salute, an OCFA officer rang the brass fire bell, a tradition symbolizing the memory of fallen firefighters.

For Capt. Matt Holke, a member of the honor guard, the day’s service held a personal significance, both in his role as a firefighter as well as an American.

Courtesy of MCT A ceremony was held for the ninth anniversary of the Sept. 11th attacks in New York, N.Y., Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010.

Present at the ceremony were New York firefighters and bagpipers, who paid tribute to those affected by the attacks.

“It was the worst loss of life on American soil due to a foreign attack in the history of our nation,” Holke said. “As a firefighter, it represented the best of the men and women who went in there to save others.

They risked their lives and lost their lives all in the efforts to save the people they serve.”

Holke said the men and women who work in fire service, no matter their location, are like a brotherhood. They all speak the same language, doing the

Exploring old-time charm in San Juan Capistrano KATIE EVANS

Multimedia

Staff Writer

For $13 and a few hours to spare, a visit to San Juan Capistrano by way of train yields copious amounts of photo opportunities, vintage structures and a handful of conversations with loquacious senior citizens about “the old days” holding much more merriment than the present.

Nearest the train station rests the quaint Los Rios District, a row of houses as old as 200 years, each of which converted into tourist spots, such as The Ramos House Café, located adjacent to the Cottage Home and Garden shop of homemade lawn ornaments.

Also found in the Los Rios District are two adobe houses from the late 1700s, a playground and a petting zoo with low admission costs (and ample amounts of rabbits to feed and hold!).

See DAY TRIPPER, page 6

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September 13, 2010

IN OTHER NEWS OCFA: fallen comrades remembered INTERNATIONAL

Quran-burning protest turns deadly in Afghanistan AFGHANISTAN – Two people were killed and about half a dozen others injured in continuing protests Sunday against an American pastor’s plan -abandoned two days earlier - to burn copies of the Muslim holy book.

Violence stemming from the now-defunct threat by a heretofore little-known pastor, Terry Jones, illustrated the depth of outrage inspired in Afghanistan and elsewhere in the Muslim world over his church’s declared intent to desecrate the Quran to mark the ninth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on U.S. soil.

Sunday’s lethal clash occurred in Lowgar province, south of the capital, Kabul. The province had been the scene of a much larger protest a day earlier that attracted more than 10,000 people. Initially peaceful, Saturday’s protest took a violent turn as demonstrators hurled stones and tried to storm the provincial governor’s compound.

NATIONAL Heart bypass surgery underused, study says LOS ANGELES – Tens or even hundreds of thousands of Americans are having coronary artery angioplasty and stenting every year when they should be having bypass grafts and the result is an extra 5,000 or more deaths annually, researchers said Sunday.

Patients and cardiologists frequently prefer angioplasty and the insertion of a stent to keep arteries open because it is quicker and easier, and patients go home sooner and return to work more quickly.

STATE No condoms issued in jail, sheriff says

MARK SAMALA / Photo Editor The Orange County Fire Authority as well as community members gathered on Saturday at the OCFA Irvine headquarters for a flag ceremony and special salute to honor those who died on duty during the tragic Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The ceremony coincided with the same time as the first plane hit the World Trade Center in New York.

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SACRAMENTO – Sacramento County jail inmates won’t have

easy access to condoms any time soon, as their counterparts in San Francisco now do, according to Sheriff John McGinness.

San Francisco officials are installing condom dispensers inside the confines of one county jail facility so prisoners can practice safer - albeit still illegal - sex while incarcerated, according to a San Francisco Chronicle report. The San Francisco County sheriff told the newspaper that inmates already are having sex, creating a public safety issue.

McGinness did say there was a time in Sacramento that inmates on their way out of lockup were handed condoms. That practice has ended, he said.

Myles Harris served active duty in the Army during Desert Storm, returning to the civilian sector as a business executive. Seeking an opportunity to serve others, he found his place within the ranks of the volunteers.

“It echoes my career in the military, but I was really young then,” Harris said. “This provides an indelible positive impact of self-sacrifice, serving for the greater good with like-minded individuals. There is camaraderie and brotherhood.”

As the group dispersed, the chaplain closed with his final words.

“Hate will not win. That’s a very strong message to the world,” Johnson said. “To those who lost their lives on that day, we say thank you.”

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Four largest accounting firms visit Fullerton Accounting expo provides tips, promotes skills for students KRYSTLE UY Staff Writer

The Accounting Expo held at the Titan Student Union Pavillion on Thursday attracted students and alumni to network, build their resumes and learn how to advance their career.

Sean Gil, associate director of the Career Center, organized the Accounting Expo and said he wanted to improve this year’s expo by including the Big Four, the four largest international public accounting firms (Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers). Gil also added that the Big Four agreed because they wanted to target students of all majors, not just those in accounting.

“All the accountants that want to be successful are going for those four,” said Garry Facer, 25, an accounting major.

The Accounting Expo featured a panel discussion focusing on “Public Accounting: Building a Career Action Plan.” Six recruiters from Binder Dijker Otte, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Pricewater-

houseCoopers and White Nelson & Co. explained the process of recruiting in six steps: know what you are looking for, know what we are looking for, recruiting timeline, the application process, interviews and office visits and the offer process.

The panel gave tips for future accountants to use to put their best foot forward.

Some tips and skills recruiters are looking for are strong communication skills, academic achievement, confidence and non-verbal communication such as, non-sweaty handshakes and the ever important use of breath mints.

Recruiters also spent time explaining the power of first impressions, so strong self-awareness is important as well in selecting candidates.

“Timeline is huge” was a key point for students looking to apply for internships. Students should know what types of internships are available and when they are offered.

The dates for certain firms are on the calendars to understand when resumes are due.

Employers will conduct interviews in November, ask for grades in December and announce candidates in January.

Firms will be back in spring to recruit for summer internship programs.

After the panel discussion, students were given a chance to net-

JOHNNY LE / Asst. Photo Editor The accounting expo featured panel discussions that gave tips to future accountants on how to create a career plan. There were opportunities for students and employers to network.

work with 12 different employers.

Besides providing physical copies of resumes, students were also given the opportunity to submit their resume electronically in a book created for employees participating in the expo.

Recruiters stressed that building a relationship with the recruiters would give them a better advantage in getting an internship or getting hired.

“Networking is very important, especially in this competitive environment,” said Desiree Glick, senior associate of campus recruiting for KPMG. Students were encouraged

to join the Accounting Society and Beta Alpha Psi, a honorary organization for financial professionals and students, to build connections within the field.

Social networking website LinkedIn was also recommended as opposed to Facebook to “keep it professional.”

“I thought (the expo) was great. It allows students to really get to know what accounting is all about and getting to meet students who are also going through the same process,” said Lance Gil, treasurer of the Accounting Society.

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JOHNNY LE / Asst. Photo Editor Representatives from Deloitte, one of the largest public accounting firms, speak to eager students interested in advancing their career.

The essentials of networking were discussed with the attendees and firms will return in spring to recruit for internships.

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RALLY: BOAST PATRIOTISM Unity through music ... Continued from page 1

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JANELLE CONNOR Staff Photographer Top: Mike Anderson, representative of the Oklahoma Republican party attended the Tea Party rally. Middle: James Horn, author and expert on National Security was the guest speaker at the rally. Bottom: American Vet, Art Beltran, honor guard for the American Post 299 Chino Hills.

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Douglas V. Gibbs, runner for city council member of Murrieta, said this is not a political movement, but rather an American movement.

He is a protector of the constitution, as well as many others at the rally.

“The fight’s not over, only then will liberty continue to reign in America,” Gibbs said.

Guest speakers were getting on stage one after another as the American flag quietly blew in the background. Decorative cookies were placed on tables and melodies would float through the speakers playing songs like “Proud to be an American.”

Topics varying from voting fraud to American exceptionalism were mentioned in the rally, but the main discussion of the day was the current controversy on the building of the Islamic community center, known to most people as the mosque.

Horn brought up the recent issue of the pastor threatening to burn the Quran. Because it wasn’t burnt, Horn said the Muslims take it as “they win, we lost.”

He said how he uses the term reciprocity often in embassies.

“Well I want to apply some reciprocity to Islam here in the United States,” Horn said. “No more mosques!”

He said people call people like him Islamophobes, but he corrects them and said when you learn about Islam you are “Islam aware.”

Amy Bruyere, one of the many speakers at the rally, said she has finally realized that mosques are an opportunity for Islam to get a foothold of our community and go from there.

“We are at war with Islam because they are at war with us,” Bruyere said. “We didn’t declare it they did, and we need to fight it now.”

Some of the speakers made it clear they do not hate Muslims.

They say they are just trying to protect their country and the Constitution no matter who supports it or not.

Horn mentioned how Obama said he does not support the Constitution. Horn paused shortly, and then, the retired diplomat, smiled and said “too bad, dude.”

“Schiller’s poetry exuberantly expresses a love for all people, and extols the common ties that bind us together into one human family,” Istad said.

“The fact that the concert is taking HEATHER REST place on Sept. 11 also reinforces our Staff Writer desires to contribute positively to peace efforts throughout the world.”

The Cal State Fullerton UniverNot only is the text of the symphosity Singers choir, along with 14 other ny a direct call for unity, but the way ethnically diverse chorus ensembles, that Beethoven coordinated the music teamed up with The Pacific Sympho- with the vocalist was revolutionary for ny over the weekend to commemorate his time, Istad said. the attacks of Sept. 11, in a celebration “The innovation in the work stems of unity through music. from Beethoven’s use of the human At the Verizon Amphitheatre in Ir- voice within the context of the classic vine, an orchestra of 90, and around symphony. In his time this had never 125 choral vocalists, performed been done before. He also further Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 9” on blurred the lines that separate voices Saturday. The symphony, according and instruments,” Istad said. to the singers and conductors, is a very The singers selected ranged in diverspecific piece of music that carries with sity from a women’s group, to a Koit a high significance for this memori- rean and Filipino choir, as well as varialized day. ous groups from “The ‘Ode to Orange County Joy’ is about manand Los Angeles, Schiller’s poetry kind becoming who all expressed exuberantly expresses love brothers, and so to excitement for getdo this on Sept. 11 for all people... ting to work with with the consorso many different

tium of choir sing- Robert Istad, CSUF director of groups of people. ers from all over At the rehearsal Choral Studies Orange County, on Friday night plus the Univerat the Segerstrom sity Singers, all performing this work Concert Hall at the Orange County together on this very significant day, Performing Arts Center, for the first that’s the essence of what music is all time in three weeks, Istad handed over about,” said Matt Netto, a music per- his choir to the Sept. 11 performance formance in choral conducting gradu- conductor, Robert Moody. ate student.

As Moody and the choir worked Robert Istad, CSUF director of through some minor kinks in the muChoral Studies, was hired by The Pa- sic, such as German pronunciation, he cific Symphony to help coordinate and expressed his excitement for the sound prepare a choir composed of people of of the chorus. different ages, religious backgrounds In a peaceful expression of music and ethnicities. the 33 University Singers, Dr. Istad, Istad typically works with a differ- and The Pacific Symphony and all ent choir that sings with the sympho- the choirs involved used their talent to ny, but he and the symphony coordi- communicate the brotherhood Sept. nators thought that for this night that 11 created. Americans were greatly they would celebrate diversity the only affected by this tragedy and for this way they know how. group the way to share their remorse “That was the intention. To make and hope is through song. this not only the statement of broth“It is the universal language, it’s erhood through the poem, the Schil- something that I think everybody in ler poem (the text used in Beethoven’s this entire world can speak, it’s someSymphony), but doing this through thing that touches a part of you, it has the context of the choir,” Istad said. the power to bring something to you Friedrich Schiller’s “Ode to Joy” that you didn’t know was there,” said poem is a tribute to the universality of Maza Zimnerman, a choral education all humans, Istad said major.

Choirs honor Sept. 11 with an ‘Ode to Joy’

Below: Dr. Robert Istad preparing the choir to rehearse with conductor Robert Moody at The Orange County Performing Arts Center. The choir preformed on Sept. 11 in rememberance of the attacks and to promote unity.

HEATHER REST / Staff Writer

THIS WEEK AROUND

CAMPUS

Monday First day of Chicano/Latino Unity Week: Titan Walk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

ETC Speaker Stacy Milner: PA 125: 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday Billiards Tournament: TSU Underground, 4 p.m.

Fetishes and Fantasies: What is their Role in Sexual Violence: UH 205, 12 p.m.

Wednesday Free Throw/3-pt. contest: SRC Gym, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Texas Hold ‘em Tournament: Titan Bowl and Billiards, 4 p.m.

Meet the Trainers-Human Sports Demo: SRC, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday ASI Block Party: Various events and locations on campus, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday Women’s Volleyball vs. Penn Titan Gym, 2 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball vs. West Virginia: Titan Gym, 7 p.m.

Pan-Hellenic Formal Recruitment: TSU Pavilions, 10 a.m.

Saturday 5-Game Scratch Bowling Tour: Titan Bowl and Billiards, 1 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball vs. Liberty: Titan Gym, 3 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball vs. Yale: Titan Gym, 7:30 p.m.

MARK SAMALA / Photo Editor

Associated Students Inc. provides financial aid to students

FRANCINE RIOS Staff Writer

Associated Students Inc. is now accepting scholarship applications, bringing more opportunities for financial aid at Cal State Fullerton.

As stated on the ASI Services website, there are nine scholarships to be awarded each worth $1,000. Available scholarships include the Student-Parent scholarship, which is available for CSUF students who are also parents, the William G. Pollock scholarship, which was set up in honor of William G. Pollock’s contributions to ASI, and the Associated Students, Inc. and Titan Shops Book Scholarship/Loan Program, which loans scholarship recipients books for the semester, saving the cost of textbooks.

Sophomore Jorly Chatouphonexay, whose major is currently undeclared, was glad to have been a recipient of the book loan scholarship this semester.

“I’ve heard of people spending like $200 on books. Plus, there’s always a ginormous line at the beginning of the year to buy books in the book store. Because of the scholarship, I saved money, and I didn’t have to wait in line,” Chatouphonexay said. $32,000 in scholarship funds were distributed during the 2009-2010 school year, as reported by ASI Vice President

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Multiple scholarships are offered and awarded to Cal State Fullerton students every year, application deadline is approaching

Andrew Lopez. Contributors to scholarship funds include “When people actually grab the scholarship application, the Titan Shops, Chase Bank and individual contributions.

I think they get discouraged because they don’t really know About 340 students applied for ASI scholarships last se- who they’re up against,” Bryla said. mester, as stated by Jacy Bryla, the ASI Scholarship Commit“I know that when I saw the book loan scholarship, I tee Coordinator. Bryla presides over the scholarship grading looked at the statistics,” Chatouphonexay said. “When I saw committee, participates in scholarship grading, recruits com- that 23 applicants would be picked for that particular scholmittee members and oversees the marketing of scholarships. arship, I thought the number wasn’t bad, and I had good Usually, two students per scholarship are chosen, and they chances.” are typically picked for their involvement on and off campus, How well scholarships are advertised could also play a role their academic success and their essays. in a lack of student applicants. While Bryla said that she has “When we chose scholarship winners, we really look for a not had one scholarship go unawarded, ASI does its best to reflective essay that shows the person’s character,” Bryla said. capture campus attention.

“Bulking up your essay is not good. We want people to be “Our main mediums are through ads, posters, handouts sincere and engaging.” and the ASI website,” Bryla said.

Scholarship applicant For Chatouphonexay, she happened upon her criteria was first determined scholarship by chance.

When we look for in 1994, when the first ASI “I was in the computer lounge at the TSU and scholarship was established, scholarship winners, we really I saw it on the homepage of the ASI website,” and is a product of the efChatouphonexay said. “If I hadn’t gone in there, I forts of those who started look for a reflective essay that might not have known about it.” the scholarship, the schol- shows the person’s character...

Chatouphonexay also cited her campus tour as arship committee, and the a second source of scholarship information.

ASI Board of Directors.

Yet, it all comes down to how much a student - Jacy Bryla, Lopez said that the scholis really motivated to apply, at least in Albert Anarship committee, which ASI Scholarship Committee coordinator ticona’s, opinion. is the group responsible “Scholarships are out there, and the people for grading and ultimately who really need them will find them,” said Antichoosing scholarship winners, is made up of 15 students. The cona, a civil engineering major. “I mean, how can you really identity of each applicant is kept secret from each reader. advertise them? If you’re not really looking for scholarships, Bryla also noted that each application is graded three times then you must not need it that hard.” by three different readers, and the top average score deterMore information about ASI scholarships, including scholmines the winner. arship descriptions and applications, can be found online at It seems that many students are often discouraged by www.asi.fullerton.edu/services/scholarships. All scholarship scholarship criteria, however, which leads to students not applications and materials are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, even attempting to apply.

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September 13, 2010

Setting the record straight: all terrorists aren’t Muslim Health FBI records prove only 6 percent of terrorists are Muslim SABRINA PARK Asst. Opinion Editor

OK, let’s get one thing straight: not all terrorists are Muslim.

Yes, I said it and it’s completely true.

Why people continue to generalize all terrorists as being Muslim is beyond me- perhaps it has to do with their lack of knowledge on the topic and laziness to find out the legitimacy of the claim.

It is also possible that since people are so quick to believe what they are told, they are able to easily adopt someone else’s views as their own.

I wouldn’t doubt it- I mean we all know hardly anyone can think for themselves these days anyway.

A frequent saying goes: “Not all Muslims are terrorists, but all terrorists are Muslim.” This was recently said by Reverend Flip Benham on Aug. 11 during Anderson Cooper 360 on CNN. Benham argued, “Anderson, I understand exactly what you’re saying.

You need to ask yourself the question why are all terrorists Muslim?

Not all Muslims are terrorists, but all terrorists are Muslim, and that’s just pretty-” Benham is quickly interrupted by Cooper who says, “Well, that’s just not completely true because, in fact, the guy who blew up the Oklahoma City-” Only to be interrupted again by the alltoo-confident Benham who claims that, “Islam is a lie from the pit of hell.”

Talk about being ignorant and close-minded.

What an unfortunate and pessimistic attitude for one to have on the subject, especially if one does not have all their facts straight.

For some reason, this quote remains attached to the people of Islamic faith and continues to label them at such a low standard- it is utterly nauseating.

So, that being said, let’s think for ourselves and do some research: exactly what percent of Muslims are terrorists?

Well, according to FBI files, which can be accessed through fbi. gov, only 6 percent of terrorists are Muslim.

The remaining percentage of terrorist attacks on U.S. territory includes: Latinos at 42 percent, extreme Left Wing groups at 24 percent, Jewish extremists at 7 percent, Communists at 5 percent, and other terrorist organizations at 16 percent.

If only 6 percent of terrorists are Muslim, then why does the media only cover the attacks by Islamic extremists?

It doesn’t make sense and the way it is being portrayed is entirely deceptive and misleading.This leaves me perplexed beyond explanation.

How is it that FBI files have record that Latinos are responsible for the highest percentage of terrorism toward the U.S., yet we still live in constant fear of being attacked by Muslims?

Also, why is it that they continue to get racially profiled for being terrorists?

I’m pretty sure that no one stops Latinos or Jews at the airport for suspicion of intentions to hijack a plane.

Terrorist Attacks on U.S. Soil by Group From 1980 to 2005

6%

5%

Communists

Islamic Extremists

7%

Jewish Extremists

42%

16%

Latino

Others

24%

Extreme Left Wing Groups Statistics courtesy of FBI

Graphic by Jennifer Chung

Let’s be clear though, I am in no way saying that they should be stopped- I don’t think anyone should be stopped just because they “look” skeptical.

Latinos and Jews certainly have had their fair share of being discriminated against and that, in itself, is another unjust situation we can talk about some other time.

But the point here is, Muslims are being targeted unfairly for terrorism when Islamic extremists carried out only 6 percent of the attacks.

According to SFGate.com, “if only 10 percent of Muslim Americans were sympathetic toward Islamic extremism, they would constitute a force greater in number than the Coalition forces used to invade Iraq.

I submit that if a force that large was in the United States, New York would look a lot more like Baghdad.

It doesn’t, because the number of Islamic extremists is actually only a tiny percentage of the MuslimAmerican population.”

Granted, 9/11 certainly produced a greater number of casualties than other terrorist attacks, but they are still not grounds for picking out Muslims and blaming them for all the attacks on the U.S.- not to mention, accusing them of all being terrorists.

A study completed by Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill said, “The terrorist threat posed by radicalized Muslim-Americans has been exaggerated.”

That’s pretty obvious. So let the facts speak for me. Take a look at the statistics on the left, and note the breakdown of terrorist ethnicities.

After seeing the actual percentage of terrorist attacks executed by Islamic extremists, it could not be more transparent- not all terrorists are Muslim and not all Muslims are terrorists!

Reality TV is not real, but still corrupts MARYANNE SHULTS Staff Writer

Thanks to reality television programs, youth today are competing with unrealistic self-expectations to be perfect; not just physical appearance, but more importantly, overall peer ranking.

For example, young girls’ body image concerns generate feelings of insecurity, hence they lack confidence, making them feel vulnerable around “the popular kids” who may evoke self-doubt just by their presence.

Seriously though, who truly believes perfection is to be like Heidi Montag with her porn star boob job?

Or how about the spoiled girl whose mommy and daddy fork up a quarter million dollars for her 16th birthday bash?

Apparently, many of today’s youth, inundated with reality shows, do find credibility in their stories, such as those depicted on “Laguna Beach/The Hills,” “The Real World,” “My Super Sweet 16” or others within this genre.

Reality television shows’ popularity exploded at the beginning of the past decade following the success of MTV’s “Real World.” These programs are now available on not only all three of the major networks, but on the plethora of independent networks and cable channels as well. According to research published in a 2001 issue, American Demographics indicated that one in 11 Americans consider themselves to be “die-hard” reality TV fans.

Louisiana State University journalism student Kelly Hotard sums the unreality factor well in an opinion piece on the the Daily Reveille’s website with a challenge to her peers.

“Watch a day’s worth of MTV programming and compare your teenage experience with those of the young reality TV stars documented before you,” Hotard wrote.

With regard to sexuality, the American Association of Pediatrics issued a statement this week that said, “New evidence points to the media adolescents use frequently as important factors in the initiation of sexual intercourse.” It continues with, “There is no major disconnect between what mainstream media portray – casual sex with no consequences –and what children and teenagers need.”

However, take the actual reality level into consideration. Most of these shows use characters from upper-class households, far outside the realm of the average viewer. Although the shows aren’t scripted, viewers don’t see the 25-member crew with their lights

and cameras controlling the theme and direction.

To adults, these shows are downright silly, yet offer entertainment. While following blog comments as part of her dissertation on gender cultivation of female adolescents, University of Texas student Loren Seeger researched the effects of “The Hills.” Her research indicated that some young girls idolized the characters while college-aged viewers were more critical, calling the actors “unremarkable and talentless.”

Reality TV is today’s mammoth oxymoron. If a naïve youth finds the lifestyles of these characters fathomable, perhaps it’s time for a slap of reality. As long as these shows continue to gain viewer attention, they still pull in the money and media is all about the mighty dollar, not how many young people are negatively affected by what they absorb from television.

BRIAN ZBYSENSKI

Classrooms are getting larger, students aren’t getting enough attention from their teachers and hospitals are losing money because of the free healthcare given to undocumented aliens.

With an already hurting economy, something has to be done.

According to CBS News, there are about 11 million illegal immigrants in the U.S. This is a huge financial issue.

Fortunately, there are different ways to solve this crisis without sacrificing very much.

One quick fix would be to raise sales taxes. States shouldn’t have income taxes, just slightly higher sales taxes. Sales tax can’t be avoided, it’ll be equally paid by everyone who purchases items.

It’s a quick fix but it’s not popular amongst most Americans, especially those who don’t agree with tax rates the way they already are, or those who are budget-minded like most students living paycheck to paycheck.

“Well, why don’t we just gather them all up and ship them out?”

Not only does that make America look bad, but it’s just not possible.

The best solution wouldn’t involve kicking illegal immigrants out or preventing them from entering the country. How about forcing them to contribute back to the system?

NICOLE FELTON Daily Titan Columnist

I know a lot of you will be shocked to find out I am a vegetarian. A hippie being vegetarian? Unheard of! I get asked on a regular basis, why, Nicole, WHY? People just can’t grasp the concept of cutting animal’s flesh out of their diet. Funny thing is I used to be one of those people.

Growing up, I was known as the “steak lover.” I could put down a 12ounce steak and still have room for more. Once I became informed on where my food was coming from, I decided it was time to change my lifestyle.

One of the main reasons I am a vegetarian is because of animal cruelty.

There are approximately 10 billion animals that are raised in the U.S. and killed annually. Most of these animals are raised on factory farms under inhumane conditions – animals are left in their own feces. Needless to say, the sanitation of the factories is beyond poor. This is where your dinner is coming from, people!

I’m not saying that everyone must become vegetarians.

Meat has always been in the human diet, although the meat we are eating today is not the same meat our ancestors were eating. Our food is now be-

ing genetically modified to meet the needs of consumers and the constant growing population. For example, the human growth gene is genetically coded with pigs to create “super pigs,” and cattle growth genes are being genetically coded into fish. How appetizing, you can have a cow-fish or a super pig for dinner!

What does genetic modification do to our health? Higher risks of toxicity, allergenicity, antibiotic resistance, immune-suppression and cancer.

Recent studies show how beneficial a vegetarian diet can be for our health. The American Dietetic Association states that a vegetarian diet is, “nutritionally adequate, and providing health benefits in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. The total medical costs in the U.S. attributed to meat consumption were estimated to be $30 to 60 billion a year.

There is a higher prevalence of hypertension, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, gallstones, obesity and food-borne illness among meat eaters compared to vegetarians. From cutting meat out of your diet you can reduce your risk for all the diseases above. You can do it, I believe in each and every one of you.

Going from eating meat to completely cutting it out of your diet can be a difficult task. Setting a goal for yourself might be an easy way to test run being a vegetarian. If you don’t want to necessarily go completely vegetarian you can incorporate a vegetarian meal into your diet each week. Create a day such as “Meatless Monday.”

My peers say, “You’re just one person you’re not going to change anything,” I am taking action and standing up for what I believe in, each and every one of you can do the same.

“Be the change you wish to see in the world” – Gandhi.

Letter To The Editor

Aloha Java Transforms The Aloha Java has closed its doors. Let me explain; before this newly remodeled version of the Aloha Java, you could swing by for your favorite cup of coffee by the once famous green tent.

While waiting for your coffee you could chat with the employees about the weather, your day, or how business was going.

It was personable. It was as if you were being invited to a cup of coffee on a chilly morning.

Now, it was been replaced by four walls and a few tainted windows. The sign says open, but to me the building reads as closed. The once special coffee place has now turned into another Starbucks or Coffee Bean; it has lost its uniqueness and intimate setting.

I don’t know about you, but I miss my green tent where I could get my Café Americano and chat with my old friends at the Aloha Java.

Elizabeth Manzo Broadcast journalism/political science major

Unconstitutional immigration ideology Content Editor

In today’s world, there is no right or wrong answer. Due to the recent laws being passed in regards to our nation’s illegal immigrant situation, there has been a lot of controversy surrounding how to fix the issue.

For those of you who don’t know what’s going on, the government is looking for a way to control illegal immigration, but it’s not as easy as it seems.

Trying to keep our economy from increasing the amount of debt and keeping the integrity of what makes America so attractive is difficult to juggle.

In order to create a solution, it’s important to understand the problem. The problem here is that illegal immigrants are using resources that all tax payers are paying for.

So those of us who are working here legally are having money deducted from our paychecks to pay for public programs such as education and health care.

It wouldn’t be in America’s best interest to deny residents these great privileges.

However, when an illegal alien is taking advantage of them, without contributing back, the funding dwindles down even further.

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It’s not entirely their fault that things have gotten this way.

Let their employers receive the blame. These are the guys giving undocumented workers jobs for their inexpensive labor.

Let’s fine the employers for hiring undocumented workers if they are caught.

This would force illegal immigrants to become legal citizens, make employers think twice before hiring cheap labor, and thus contribute to the system that everyone else is paying for. While doing this, we can tighten up the border even more.

These may seem easy and fair to everyone, but it’s not the way the government has chosen to solve the problem.

America is built on immigrants from around the world, ironically, the government wants to stop illegal immigration to the U.S. Our government is basically building a constant fear for illegal immigrants of being arrested by authorities.

Theoretically, illegal immigrants should leave on their own. By recently attempting to pass this crackdown in Arizona, there has been much debate on whether this is the right thing to do or not.

The law would go against our rights as Americans by legalizing racial profiling.

How would you like to be pulled over constantly by the authorities just because you appear to have Mexican blood?

How would you like to have to carry your passport everywhere you go just to prove you’re legal? I can’t imagine anyone would, much less feel that they should have to.

And how would scaring immigrants away help our economy?

If we can just get them to pay taxes like any other American, it would only help our current financial situation.

Some say illegal immigrants are taking jobs away from Americans.

While this may be true to some extent in the lower class, people tend to forget what jobs they are actually working.

They are working low income jobs in poor environments where most Americans simply won’t want to be.

Even if they did, they are more than welcome to apply for those jobs. They are not held to illegal workers only.

Local landscaping and farming aren’t exactly sought after by adults, or teenagers seeking entry level jobs for that matter.

We have to realize there are solutions to the problem without having to deny immigrants their right to the “American Dream.” Let’s all work together.

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Motor bikes lead in eco-friendly riding STEPHANIE RAYGOZA Asst. News Editor

Living in Orange County means two things for most people: surfing the ocean and dealing with the many roads interlaced throughout the county and around Cal State Fullerton. John Colby Collins, a local surfer and Titan graduate, wanted to create a way for beach goers and daily commuters to get around in an efficient, eco-friendly way.

The then 23-year-old began building parts out of his garage for what would later become his widely popular gas and electric bicycles.

“I wanted to think of something ‘eco.’

Something green,” John said.

Commuting to Cal State Fullerton at the time and seeing the vast majority of daily commuters in his area, Collins first started out making gas bikes in October 2007 and sold them from his garage to the residents of

surrounding areas such as Newport Beach and Dana Point.

“The responses with people were phenomenal,” John said.

Upon graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism in 2008, he decided to go full time with his business with his brother Mike as his partner. A year later, the brothers’ bike business became incorporated and the E-Z Cruizer shop opened.

Being brothers in a business venture has worked out in favor for them and is key to the success of their bikes.

“It’s great because we can talk on a personal level,” Mike said. “It’s family, I get to talk to him and be straight up.”

The two designed a specific model for their bikes and had motors specially made for them in Shanghai. They are also wholesalers for their motors.

“I enjoy working on motors and seeing how fast these things can work,” Mike said.

E-Z Cruizer is a full service and repair shop located in Dana Point that specializes in gas bikes, two-stroke and four-stroke models, along with electric bikes. The two-stroke bikes operate with a mix of gas and oil. The difference between the two lie in the specialized motors they use.

The four-stroke bikes became available just three weeks ago and are already gaining huge popularity for their ease of use and quiet motors. Both of the gas bikes get upward of 120 miles per gallon and none of the bikes require a license.

“It’s as simple as start the engine, gas and

go. You don’t have to mix gas and oil,” John said. “It’s another option where (riders) don’t have to squeeze the clutch and lets off less emission.”

Their electric bikes, which are big with the baby boomers, can go 15-30 miles per charge and can reach up to 20 mph. With zero emissions and no gas required, the electric bikes are cost effi-

cient and the leading choice for riders who want to travel with the least environmental impact.

John said starting a business is never easy and much of the success behind Collins’ bikes lies in word of mouth, referrals and advertising on CraigsList, OC Register and Google. Fullerton students, teenagers, adults and of course beach goers have all stopped by Collins’ shop.

“The new motorized bikes are the best thing since sliced bread. They get 130-150 miles per gallon,” said Ryan Martin, who does sales and maintenance at the shop.

E-Z Cruizer bikes are now available online along with full on accessories, such as booster kits and nitrous kits.

Collins has aspirations of expanding his business and already has dealers in San Diego and Las Vegas.

As for any advice for fellow Titans looking to become entrepreneurs, John said to be passionate in what you’re creating.

“If you’re passionate and have a vision just go for it. Just know your product will be successful as long as you get your name out,” John said.

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Top 5 date ideas on a budget KATIE EVANS Asst. Features Editor

Whether the recession has you in a tight spot, or you’re just cheap, Here are the top five “under $10” date ideas in Orange County and Los Angeles: OC Great Park Balloon Ride Go in the afternoon to sign up for a free balloon ride in Irvine! Bring a bottle of Two Buck Chuck (Trader Joe’s $2 wine) and cheap eats. The sun will be setting and you’ll be ready to go up in the air!

Cost: $0-5 Amoeba Records, Food Trucks and Griffith Observatory Amoeba Records in Hollywood has at least one free show a week, so get there early and learn about each other’s music tastes beforehand. Then, hit the streets to find a cheap taco truck on your way to the Griffith Observatory for some scenic night lights. Cost: $0-5 Tuscany Club Tuesday Nights If you’re of age, Tuscany Club in Downtown Fullerton has karaoke nights on Tuesdays and doesn’t get too crowded.

For the cost of a drink or two, you can sing corny 90’s tunes together, and then slip into the back room for a few free games of pool.Cost: $5-10 UCB Theatre Hollywood has its own $5 comedy club.

Some show examples: 2Pac: The Musical!, Cagematch cage fighting or Facebook, where two audience members are randomly chosen to have their Facebook pages examined and turned into comedy skits. Cost: $10 Irvine Lanes Bowling dates may seem dated, but Irvine Lanes offers $2 shoes, $2 beers, $2 food and $2 games. If you’re both frugal, then you’re likely to enjoy yourselves here. Cost: $6-10

New invention to replace old skin cancer biopsies JENNIFER CHUNG Asst. Graphics Editor

With our coastal Southern Californian culture of bathing in the ultraviolet rays of the sun as well as the tanning bed, the possibility of contracting skin cancer is much higher than you might think.

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers, with nearly 75 percent skin cancer deaths caused by melanoma, according to the American Cancer Society.

Awareness is becoming increasingly important, and being on a constant lookout for suspicious spots on your body may save your life.

When a spot becomes a cause for concern, one must undergo a traditional biopsy to check for cancerous cells.

This calls for a troublesome process of numbing the skin, taking a skin sample, sending it to a laboratory and waiting days to weeks for results.To top it off, a patient is often left with an unappealing scar.

The fact that nearly 80 percent of biopsies come back negative might make this a hard pill to swallow.

However, a recent new invention may radically change the way doctors are able to diagnose many types of skin cancer.

Although a cost has not been discussed, it is likely that laser technology

may make testing more expensive.

In this case, what would you do? For animation senior Angela Vasquez, 21, a non-invasive laser would be ideal, but the question of whether it would be covered by her insurance would need to be considered.

However, Jesus Reyes, 21, an English education senior, raises an interesting theory.

“Usually newer technology tends to be more expensive,” he says, “but if scientists see that there’s a demand for it, the technology will be researched more and over time it may get cheaper.”

The device, which has been in the works since 2006 and has been funded by a five year grant from the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, is nearing its way into completion.

Will these lasers replace skin sample biopsies altogether in the near future?

Probably not.

“If you had a choice between a $50 biopsy or using an expensive laser, chances are your insurance company will only want to cover the biopsy,” said Richard D. Boucher, M.D., Chief Staff Physician of CSUF’s Health Center. “If this device can accurately determine that there is no cancer, it could make minor surgeries unnecessary, and that would be great.”

What you need to know at a glance Q: What is this new invention?

A: A hand-held laser, created by 25-year-old Montana State University graduate Chris Arrasmith, in conjunction with doctors at Vanderbilt University.* Q: How does it work?

A: The MSU-Vanderbilt device, when passed over the skin, uses a combination of laser light and microscopes to illuminate the cell structure beneath the epidermis, projecting an image onto a screen which a doctor can analyze. A diagnosis can then be reached within minutes rather than days.* Q: How will this invention affect us?

A: The Skin Cancer Foundation has estimated that 68,720 cases of melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer, will be diagnosed this year. Early detection can drastically increase the chance of survival, up to nearly 95 percent. The ease and speed of using this device may help people feel less hesitant to take action and take it early.* *http://www.montana.edu/cpa/news/nwview.php?article=6998 dailytitan.com/features

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JOHNNY LE / Asst. Photo Editor Los Rios Historic District follows the train tracks that lead into San Juan Capistrano and provides a variety of cafes and shops.

Daytripper ... Continued from page 1 Across the tracks, past the modernized Regency Theatres and Ruby’s Diner, the dated establishments resume on Camino Capistrano.

Other than the obvious Mission of San Juan Capistrano, businesses line the street, these a bit more quirky than the historic Los Rios.

One such example is the Swallow’s Inn pub. A dive bar at its finest, this hole in the wall exhibits a dimly lit atmosphere and walls adorned with undergarments, news clippings of the area, tacky bumper stickers and neon lights. A shuffleboard table is also tucked away here, so drunken shuffle matches abound.

Most who drink here are long-bearded patrons, friendly with the bartender and newcomers, such as one man who approached me and suggested, “If you want to show a man how much you like him, you have to sleep with him!”

The abutting establishment is the largest on the block, The Old Barn Antiques Mall. While it may sound mundane, the goldmine within is enough to entertain any visitor.

With an array of heirlooms and trinkets from decades and centuries past at fairly reasonable prices, this shop houses the charm and novelty of old.

On most days of the week, frequenters can be found having a look around, such as Boots, the father of the town “gun twirler.”

A typical afternoon at The Old Barn consists of regulars socializing with employees on any number of topics, such as history or the state of the economy.

Chatting with these residents only adds to the feeling that once you’ve stepped off the Amtrak, you’ve emerged into a former era, something each place resonates in the town of San Juan Capistrano.

MAUREEN FOX / For the Daily Titan Lucerne, Switzerland offers an array of hostels including the Jailhotel. Lucerne is one of the many places Fox visited on her trip.

Hostels offer cultural insight MAUREEN FOX For the Daily Titan

Whenever I mention staying in hostels, people grimace and panic.

“Don’t you know hostels are unsafe?

That they’re dirty? Haven’t you seen the movie?! I’m NEVER staying in a hostel!”

These reactions make me shake my head. It’s a shame these stereotypes exist because hostels are one of the best tools for young travelers.

Hostels provide young travelers with cheap, safe and quality lodging.

Hostels are located close to popular tourist spots, they have Englishspeaking staff, and they provide maps, tours and breakfast.

Many hostels have kitchens, dining halls, laundry rooms and restaurants. Best of all, they’re great for meeting people from all over the world. If you are traveling on a budget, hostels are a godsend.

Some hostels are amazing. One hostel, in the South of France, is a converted monastery, offering panoramic views and cheap meals cooked by French culinary students.

A different hostel, in Prague, is painted with bright graffiti artwork.

Another hostel, in London, is a converted courthouse and jail, where guests sleep in remodeled jail cells.

Still, stereotypes can’t be ignored.

Not all hostels are fantastic. Some

are older and in poor condition, and you can’t expect five-star hotel amenities. And yes, sometimes guests have possessions stolen in hostels.

But remember that hostels are typically for young adults on a budget, so the atmosphere will be plain and youth-oriented.

And issues like petty theft are a concern for all travelers, even for those in fancy hotels.

If you’re cautious and not particular about where you stay, hostels are a safe, affordable and fun option.

In order to find the best hostels, I developed a system based on my experiences. I’ve liked every hostel I’ve stayed at, but these are guidelines.

When searching for hostels, adjust your requirements to find one that best suits your needs.

The best website to look for hostels is www.hostelworld.com, where you can search over 24,000 hostels worldwide.

After you select the country and city you want to visit, hostels are listed with a summary of their amenities.

I recommend avoiding hostels that have less than an 80 percent positive rating. Don’t risk finding out, especially since many of hostels have better ratings and similar prices.

As you scan the list of facilities, choose a hostel that has 24-hour security and reception, security lockers, Internet service, free linen and

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free breakfast. These amenities will provide basic creature comforts and help assure that you and your luggage will be safe.

When considering room type, dorms are significantly cheaper than twin or single rooms and ensuite rooms (private restrooms).

If you’re apprehensive about staying in a room with strangers, splurge on a room where the number of beds matches the number of people in your group to ensure privacy. If you love the idea of meeting new people, choose a dorm room.

After you narrow your choices down (don’t forget to look if they’re available for your dates), check for reviews on www.tripadvisor.com.

Read both positive and negative reviews to get an idea of the hostel’s quality. Most bad reviews are from picky tourists, so take those with a grain of salt.

If there’s nothing truly terrible written about the hostel and most of the reviews are positive, book your favorite. After all of that research, you can expect the hostel and your trip to be wonderful.

Don’t give up on hostels too quickly. With the right attitude and some good research, hostels can make your trip less stressful, more affordable and more memorable.

For more world travel tips, visit Maureen Fox’s blog, openroadtraveler.blogspot.com

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MEN’S SOCCER: CONCERNED FOR FUTURE

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Whiddon was huge for the Titans and kept them within striking distance for most the match until the Titan substitutes gave the game away.

Washington started their attack but multiple saves by Whiddon were not enough.

After a handball by the Titans in their own penalty box, the Huskies scored off a penalty kick that Whiddon deflected off his hand. Whiddon came up big 20 minutes after the first goal and stoned a Washington attacker who had a breakaway that was thought to be a sure goal.

The game took a turn as the Titan substitutes came into the match and the defense was caught on a 2-on1 break that junior forward Brent Richards put into the back of the net for Washington.

The final goal came with 6 minutes to play as senior midfielder Daniel Gray scored his second goal of the game with a tremendous strike from outside the box on a fast break from the left side.

The Titans were obviously frustrated with this weekend’s results.

Junior midfielder and captain Kevin Venegas took a few things from the Washington game.

“We haven’t played our best yet, our intensity is not right. Washington won tackles, and really just wanted it more than we did. We need to come out ready to play and not be flat. We really weren’t ready this weekend,” Venegas said.

Whiddon believes in this team and really thinks the team will learn from this game.

“We played well but just had silly mistakes that we just can’t make.

Washington is a great team but we need to come out and perform a lot better. We will be ready to go in the upcoming games definitely,” Whiddon said.

One of the positive things the Titans can take from the weekend is that it wasn’t Big West play. Titan Head Coach Bob Ammann used his bench frequently this weekend and let some of the younger guys get some experience that probably won’t see much playing time when conference play begins.

The tournament was won by San Jose State. Washington claimed second, then Cal State Northridge and CSUF. The Titans travel to West Virginia to participate in the West Virginia tournament. They will play West Virginia on Friday followed by Pittsburgh on Sunday.

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Titan Spotlight: Cami Croteau

MARK SAMALA / Photo Editor Senior libero Cami Croteau is currently at a career total of 1740 digs and strives for more this season.

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ALAYNA DURAN / Staff Photographer Junior midfielder Mario Alvarez attempting to steal the ball from a Huskie during a 3-1 loss to Washington at Titan Stadium.

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Cal State Fullerton senior libero, Cami Croteau, became women’s volleyball all-time digs leader on Aug. 28 in the Titans’ first tournament of the season at the Luxe City Center Trojan Invitational hosted

by USC. Croteau, arguably the best libero in the Big West Conference, took over the record formerly held by libero Vanessa Vella, who starred for the Titans from 2004-06 and tallied up 1,598 digs in her career.

In the Titans’ season opener against Bucknell, Croteau led all players on the night with nine digs

in the squad’s first win; finishing one dig short of Vella’s record.

The following night it only took Croteau about 30 seconds to collect the two remaining digs she needed to become the Titans’ new digs leader and earn the number 10 spot on the Big West top 10 career digs leaders of all time, bumping Vella from the list.

When asked how the new title changes how opponents view her Croteau said, “It puts a target on my back. I like the fact that people are gunning for my spot though, it’s a challenge which allows me to get better so I can’t get complacent.”

“We knew that she was right in line to breaking the record,” said

Titan Head Coach Carolyn Zimmerman.

In the Titans’ third and final game of the tournament against No. 10 USC, Croteau picked up an additional 18 digs, bringing her career total up to 1630.

“I used to play with her in high school on our club team, so to see her excel in high school and then continue her success in college is just phenomenal. I’m really happy for her,” Saddler said.

Croteau was named All-Big West Conference First Team back-to-back, 2008-09, as well as numerous all-tournament team honors including the Titans’ most recent Crowne Plaza Fullerton Titan Classic tournament.