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CSUF professors take two of five awards given to CSU faculty By ISHELL LINARES Daily Titan Staff
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Surrounded by orange T-shirts, teacher Kay Santos protests Gov. Schwarzenegger on Harbor Boulevard in downtown Fullerton on Tuesday afternoon. “We’re out here to show the community that we have needs that the governor is not meeting,” said protestor Christi Martinez.
Two Cal State Fullerton professors, Raphael Sonenshein and Richard Wiseman, will be honored in May for their contributions to the CSU system, and will receive the prestigious Wang Family Excellence Award for 2005. The award was created in 1998 by then CSU trustee Stanley Wang, to recognize excellence in faculty serving in the CSU system. The award brings not only prestige but a $20,000 check as well. There are five statewide recipients nominated each year, and this year CSUF is honored to have two of them. “Given the fact that the Wang awards are awarded to deserving faculty throughout the entire CSU
system, it is amazing that two Cal State Fullerton professors received these prestigious awards in the same year,” said Rick D. Pullen, dean of the College of Communications. “I am both honored and grateful,” Wiseman said. “Honored by being acknowledged by my peers and grateful for all the support Iʼve received over the last 28 years from colleagues, administrators and especially students.” Wiseman, who was also nominated as outstanding professor of the year for 2004, has been a human communication studies professor at CSUF for nearly three decades. Wiseman is known for his interactive teaching style. “Dr. Wiseman is an all-around super star,” Pullen said. “He excels in his teaching, research and service to the university and community. He is student oriented and always available to assist when they have needs.” Wiseman said he views learning AWARD 3
Greek Teachers from CSUF rank above average funding stuck in limbo Program for first-year educators receives high evaluation marks By MARIANA PAVON Daily Titan Staff
ASI approves $150 to council for awards, budget remains frozen By JAIMEE FLETCHER Daily Titan Staff
In an 8-4 vote, Cal State Fullertonʼs Associated Students Inc. passed a motion on Tuesday to allocate $150 to the Inter-Fraternity Council to pay for end-of-the-year awards for delegates at the councilʼs weekly meetings. The councilʼs budget, however, remains frozen because delegates from the council failed to attend three Academic Senate meetings,which is a requirement for all ASI funding councils. One meeting penalization was inherited from a previous council board with the other two occurring this semester. Devon Snedden said he wanted the funds to be reinstated because he would like to reward this semesterʼs delegates for their hard work by purchasing awards and plaques for them. In past years, the council has had many problems with organization and delegation, Snedden said. “We lost our adviser and our president,” he said. “And the delegates last semester didnʼt show up to meetings and didnʼt make [good] grades.” This semester, however, Snedden said he has made positive changes to the council. He also hopes ASI will recognize the changes and give the council another chance. “We have made huge, great strides to improve the IFC,” he said. “Donʼt penalize the group for the mistakes of one person.” So far this semester, Snedden said ASI 4
For the 2003-04 school year, evaluation results from California State Universityʼs first-year teachers preparation program year indicate that first-year teachers at Cal State Fullerton are above average in all categories. “In every single category of evaluation, CSUF scored above average. We are extremely proud of it,” said Ashley Bishop, the dean for the College of Education.
In comparison to other CSUs, first-year teachers from CSUF performed at a higher level. “It makes me feel confident and it creates a better impression,” said Stacey Fisher, a psychology major. Fisher said she will be entering into the Elementary Education Program at CSUF. Bishop gave credit to the College of Education faculty for the successful evaluations. “It is often the cumulative impact of a program and the personal characteristics of a teacher that have the greatest impact,” she said. Faculty members were also honored at the 6th annual Author Awards Luncheon for writing or editing books. Some professors use
the same books as required text for their classes. Still, Bishop said the College of Education is not satisfied with the results because it wants to improve. “We are still well above average [compared to] every other CSU, but we still need to work on some areas,” Bishop said. The Special Education Program has made improvements every year, Bishop said. “We have made more progress than our peers. Numbers do not always tell the complete story,” said Belinda Karge, the department chair of special education. According to the College of Educationʼs Web site, it is the only
‘Sinners’ get earful from religious man on campus Protestor incites Titans to argue over whether God hates everybody By MEGAN DANGERMOND and ELIZABETH ZULUAGA Daily Titan Staff
The lunchtime crowd of Cal State Fullerton students was disrupted Tuesday afternoon by a sign-carrying man speaking out about his beliefs concerning God and sinners. Frank Zacarro came onto campus
to spread his views on God, but was instead met with students angry about his extreme views. Zacarro spoke on a number of subjects, asked for questions from the crowd, questioned studentʼs views and tore down other religions, calling Mormonism a “cult.” Written in bold red and black letters, Zacarroʼs sign read: “God is angry at the sinner,” a quote from Psalms 7:11 and John 3:36 in the Bible. It also listed sinners as “child-molesting homosexuals,” “spineless men,” “cheaters” and “misc. heathens.” The sign was belted on his body,
university teacher preparation pro- supervisors throughout the year. gram in Orange County. It provides CSUʼs first-year teachers prepa20 education credential and certifi- ration program evaluations attempt cate programs and to assure the public that undergradoffers 19 education In every single uates fulfill degree graduate degrees. requirements. In the evalucategory, CSUF ations, princiIn California, scored above pals from vari76 percent of all average. We are ous Southern teaching internextremely proud. ships come from California schools CSUs and accordand first-year Ashley Bishop ing to the evaluteachers deterCollege of Education Dean mined how compeation, Cal State tent and prepared Teach added 380 first-year teachers fully credentialed are. teachers to the California workIn order to improve, first- force during the 2003-04 school time teachers are observed dur- year. ing instruction by their university
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so his hands were free to gesture as he argued with students. “I think itʼs entertaining,” said Matthew Rzyski, an electronical engineering major, as he watched from the sidelines. “The guyʼs supposed to be so Christian, yet heʼs cursing and yelling.” Another student agreed with Rzyski. “I donʼt think heʼs doing anything harmful,” said Rob Pilusa, a senior English major. “Heʼs just inciting public debate.” Zacarro had many responses to ABORTION 4
Land for Great Park purchased online Lennar Communities buys site of former El Toro Marine base By CHRISTINA SCHROETER For the Daily Titan
Currently surrounded by brush, abandoned buildings and 50 years of aviation history, El Toro, the home of Cal State Fullertonʼs satellite campus, will soon become one
of Americaʼs largest metropolitan parks. Miami-based Lennar Communities, one of the nationʼs leading residential and commercial developers, recently purchased all four parcels and 3,718 acres of former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station, currently known as Heritage Fields, in an online auction for $649.5 million in an effort to help create Orange Countyʼs largest park, the Great Park. Although Lennar purchased the
entire El Toro base, only about 16 percent of the land will be used for residential development. The other 84 percent will be dedicated to the Great Park. At the center of the Great Park will be Meadows Park, 600 acres of vast meadows and river-lands, which will be surrounded by nine other parks. Totaling over 1,150 acres will be a permanent wildlife habitat, GREAT PARK 4
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Iraqi government sworn in amid violence
Student Diversity Programs is holding auditions for the Spring Talent Show. Students interested in showing off the talent before the semester ends can fill out a form available in UH 183. The auditions will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Interested students can head to UH 183 for more information.
BAGHDAD, Iraq – The first democratically elected government in the history of Iraq was sworn in Tuesday against a backdrop of surging violence, and the new Shiite prime minister pledged before a half-empty parliament that he would unite the countryʼs rival ethnic factions and fight terrorism. Despite months of tortuous negotiations, there was no final decision on seven positions in the 37-member Cabinet – including the key oil and defense ministries. More critical still, the partial Cabinet fails to give the countryʼs disaffected Sunni Arab minority, believed to be driving the insurgency, a meaningful governing stake.
If catching rays while listening to music sounds like the perfect lunch break, then head over to the Becker Amphitheater. From noon to 1 p.m. Two Gallants will be performing a free show.
Iran vows to continue nuclear activities UNITED NATIONS – In Tehran and here on the world stage, an emphatic Iran said Tuesday it will press on with its uranium-enrichment technology, a program that has drawn Washingtonʼs fire and ratcheted up global nuclear tensions. On the second day of a nonproliferation conference, Iranʼs Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi said his country is “determined to pursue all legal areas of nuclear technology, including enrichment, exclusively for peaceful purposes.”
Today is Bowling Mania in the TSU Underground from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Every Wednesday of the semester, students can test their color coordination by knocking down different combinations of colored pins and win prizes. Participants must have a valid CSUF student ID.
Nation Myers: Iraq, Afghan wars strain military WASHINGTON – The U.S. military may not be able to win any new wars as quickly as planned because the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have strained its manpower and resources, the nationʼs top military officer told Congress in a classified report. Gen. Richard Myers, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, described the U.S. military as in a period of increased risk, according to a senior defense official, who described the report Tuesday on the condition of anonymity.
Today is the last day of events for Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month. AmalgamASIANS will take place from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Titan Theatre. The martial arts demonstration will include the Taiko Center of Los Angeles and CSUF Tae Kwon Do.
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Students who are graduating and are still a little nervous about the interviewing process can go to the Career Center today to get some advice. From noon to 1:30 p.m. in LH 210G, students can learn how to “Interview for a Real Job.”
FORT HOOD, Texas – Defense lawyers sought leniency for Pfc. Lynndie England at a hearing Tuesday to determine her punishment in the Abu Ghraib prison abuse scandal, with a psychologist testifying that the reservist was oxygen-deprived at birth, speech impaired and had trouble learning to read. West Virginia school psychologist Dr. Thomas Denne – the first defense witness – said Englandʼs learning disabilities were identified when she was a kindergartner – and though she made progress in school, she continued needing special help.
State Witnesses say Jackson’s finances in trouble SANTA MARIA – The prosecution in Michael Jacksonʼs child molestation trial called a forensic accountant Tuesday to depict the pop star as being in deep financial trouble, but his attorney fought back with figures showing that a music catalogue in which he has a half-interest is worth at least $1 billion. The prosecution, which elicited the financial testimony to support conspiracy allegations, presented a flurry of witnesses but did not meet its goal of resting its case before court recessed for the day.
Governor seeks to revitalize image SAN FRANCISCO – Amid sagging poll numbers and relentless criticism from Democrat-leaning interest groups, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger sought to reclaim the high ground with a television ad campaign aimed at restoring public confidence in the governor and his reform proposals. The new ad attempts to restore the governorʼs image as a populist reformer. Reports compiled from The Associated Press
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Angel Emme of the performance group Mass plays the “Drum Orb,” a creation of Bill Close, another member of the group, on Saturday at Coachella. Read all about the music festival in Full Effect on Thursday.
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1988: Cincinnati Reds Manager Pete Rose is suspended for 30 days for pushing an ump. 1983: 6.7 earthquake injures 487 in Coalinga, Calif. 1920: First game of National Negro Baseball League played in Indianapolis. 1902: First science fiction film, “A Trip To The Moon,” released. 1885: “Good Housekeeping” magazine is first published.
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1982: President Reagan begins weekly 5-minute radio broadcasts. 1979: Margaret Thatcher becomes the first woman prime minister of Great Britain.
1971: Nixon administration arrests 13,000 anti-war protesters in three days. 1944: Meat rationing ends in United States. 1765: First U.S. medical college opens in Philadelphia.
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1982: Twins rookie outfielder Jim Eisenreich, who suffers from Tourette Syndrome, removes himself, due to taunts from Red Sox bleacher fans. 1961: Thirteen freedom riders began bus trip through the South. 1932: Al Capone, convict of income tax evasion, enters Atlanta Penitentiary. 1846: U.S. state Michigan ends death penalty. 1494: Christopher Columbus lands in Jamaica.
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1989: Mike Tyson gets second
This is the last week to pick up tickets for graduation. After watching the mandatory video at www.fullerton.edu/commencement, students can go to the Titan Card Office or the TSU Information Desk from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. to pick up tickets.
speeding ticket for drag racing in Albany, New York. 1987: Congress begins IranContra hearings. 1979: Voyager 1 passes Jupiter. 1965: First large-scale U.S. Army ground units arrive in South Vietnam. 1936: Edward Ravenscroft patents screw-on bottle cap with a pour lip.
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1997: Michael Jackson and Bee Gees inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 1975: Bundy victim Lynette Culver disappears from Pocatello, Idaho. 1957: Pulitzer prize awarded to John F. Kennedy (Profiles in Courage). 1890: Mormon Church renounces polygamy. Compiled from brainyhistory.com
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relationships as a two-way street. “Teaching is a wonderful profession. I love the interaction with students in the classroom and in my office,” Wiseman said. “As students and I co-create a learning event, I have a new perspective on the world around me. I am truly appreciative of the insights I have gained from my interactions with students.” Sonenshein recognized his hard work, but said getting the award was luck. Surely, his 23 years as a political science professor and a renowned reputation in urban politics are due to more than simple luck. Sonenshein has also published books on the politics of Los Angeles. “I love the opportunity to discuss with students and my colleagues the whole world of politics and government,” Sonenshein said. “I enjoy hearing other peopleʼs ideas. I like the debate, even when itʼs rough, over politics and ideologies.” A true love and passion for the profession, as well as a welcoming environment at work, are what these two professors attribute their success to. “This is a wonderful job,” Sonenshein said. “ I canʼt remember a day in 23 years that I didnʼt want to come to ʻwork.ʼ” “Great colleagues, great staff, great students, great things to study and talk about,” are all reasons why Sonenshein has enjoyed every day of his career at CSUF, he said. “I really admire the work ethic of our students, so many are balancing jobs and school, but always looking forward. Whenever I get tempted to get lazy, that stops me cold.” Wiseman agreed that CSUF has always offered him a welcoming environment. “CSUF has been my extended family,” he said. Sonenshein said that his future plans include doing research on immigration and politics with colleague Mark Drayse, while continuing to offer his students a great learning environment. “I will continue teaching, advising, doing research and serving my community in whatever way seems appropriate,” Wiseman said.
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Delta Zeta helps kids who stutter Sorority also gives check to elementary schoolʼs program
“If you shop at Ralphs, Albertsons or Sav-On, we have made arrangements ... every time [donating shoppers] go in and swipe their card they will get their store discount, and we will get 4 By JOSEPH SANTOS percent from the total purchase,” Daily Titan Staff Emry said. The donation from the sorority Cal State Fullertonʼs Delta will assist the children who receive Zeta sorority presented checks help from the center. “Every sinand donations to the Center for gle penny will go towards scholarChildren Who Stutter on campus ships,” Emry said. Steven Longacre, principal of and to Taft Elementary School for their deaf and hard of hearing Taft Elementary in Santa Ana, program at their annual alumni spoke at the meeting on behalf of the deaf and hard-of-hearing meeting on Monday. program that the The sorority school offers. made the donaEarly involvement tion to the proThe program is can really make grams as part designed to help of their speech children from a difference in a and hearingbirth to 6-years of kid’s life. impaired philanage, with mild to Steven Longacre thropy program. moderate hearing Principal The sororloss. ity heard about “Early involvement can really the Center for Children Who Stutter while pick- make a difference in a kidʼs life,” ing up the mail. Longacre said. “It was through one of our girls. The program teaches children She saw a letter in our mailbox in and their parents sign language so the TSU,” said Maira Yepez, the that they can have “total communication,” or use sign language and Delta Zeta academics chair. The center is a non-profit orga- speech at the same time. Longacre nization that was founded in 1995 said he has been teaching sign lanby Drs. Glyndon and Jeanna Riley, guage for 25 years. Funding for the program comes Dr. Robert Emry and Elizabeth Mechling, said Ginger Emry, the from federal, state and local funds. He said hearing loss may be centerʼs executive board director. The centerʼs goal is to help chil- caused by certain illnesses such as dren who are between the ages of meningitis or a high fever and also 3- to 8-years-old, in order to help during birth. alleviate their stuttering problems The meeting ended with the so that they may not have them presentation of various academic when they reach adulthood. achievement awards to certain “A child who stutters may not sorority members. be an adult who stutters,” Emry “Academics is one of the most said. important aspects of our sorority,” The centerʼs funding comes Yepez said. from service fees and outside CSUF History Professor Mark donations from various organiza- Walia received a certificate of tions. A few grocery stores also appreciation from the sorority for participate in the centerʼs funding attending the meeting and showing through “painless fundraising.” support for their cause.
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David Jackson, co-anchor of KCAL 9’s evening news, talks about his experiences in the Middle East.
Panel examines role of media in Middle East KCAL 9 news anchor David Jackson takes part in discussion By ISHELL LINARES and KRISTINA RIDENOUR Daily Titan Staff
A panel discussion about media coverage in the Middle East, put on by the College of Communications and the Office of Public Affairs, took place on Tuesday in the Titan Student Union. The discussion entitled, “The Role of Media in the Middle East During Times of Peace and Global Tension” had a variety of noteworthy speakers. The panel included David Jackson, co-anchor of KCAL 9; Munir Mawari, correspondent for Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper; Benjamin J. Hubbard, chair and professor of comparative religion and Michael Tharp, lecturer in communications and reporter for USA Today. “I hope that this will bring more light than heat to the issues, although they are sensitive and controversial,” Tharp said.
Hubbard said many of the issues in the Middle East are geo-political. “The issue is not just conflict between Shiites and Sunnis. Itʼs a case of going through terrible throes of change,” he said. Mawari talked about his first-hand knowledge of key elements concerning the Middle Eastʼs media system. “Two factors to consider are; who owns the media outlet and who runs it,” Mawari said. The government-owned AlJazeera TV network demonstrates the biases that exist in media that is not privately owned, Mawari said. Jackson explained that government ownership will be a long-term problem in the Middle East because media outlets are too expensive for private ownership. Radio-TV-film major Michele Singleton attended the symposium to become better informed. “I thought it was interesting because not a lot of people talk about these issues,” said Singleton. She also said she enjoyed Jacksonʼs accounts of behind-the-scenes war coverage. “You get used to hearing about bombings on the news. This kind of event keeps awareness that things
are still going on and people are still dying,” she said. In a preceding luncheon, CSUF President Milton A. Gordon spoke of the impact that Sept. 11 had on the way we look at the world. The increased focus on the Middle East that this event has led to more media coverage. In the keynote address, Jackson shared his experience of covering news in the Middle East, which included the Gulf War and the War in Iraq. “David Jackson was instrumental in establishing KCAL as leader in international news,” said Fred Zandpour, associate dean of the College of Communications. Jackson spoke of the hardships of being a journalist during the Gulf War, and encountering a society that had no previous exposure to freerolling cameras on the street. He recalls being arrested and put in prison for no real reason other than being part of the media. Jackson also played an important role in coverage of the Iraq war by being one of the few unilateral reporters, which were allowed to travel throughout the country without a military unit.
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‘Coffee break’ raises cultural understanding Group gathers to relax, talk by MJʼs Espresso every Wednesday By NICHOLE NG For the Daily Titan
While walking past MJʼs Espresso coffee shop, students on their way to classes might notice a culturally diverse group of students sitting together and having coffee next to a sign with the words “International Coffee Break” written on it. “International Coffee Break,” held every Wednesday at noon, was organized by the office of International Education and Exchange. The coffee break serves as a weekly gathering place for both international and local students. Jean Hotta, an international student adviser and the founder of the International Coffee Break, said the event gives students a chance to meet each other and also serves as a networking opportunity for students. Because ICB is not a club, there are no obligations to worry about, apart from relaxing and meeting new friends. Tina Constantinou, a graduate student from the country of Cyprus, said she attends the coffee break every week. “I get to meet old friends and I get to meet new people,” she said. “I also learn about so many countries and their cultures.” Numerous international students – from countries like Indonesia, Greece, Japan, Germany, Sri Lanka and France – and a few local students, attend the coffee break. Dave Matias, an Asian American studies major, attended his first coffee break meeting last month and said he was interested to know
more about international students. “From observing, I found that international students are more vocal than they are being portrayed,” he said. The coffee break is a good place for students to visit if they want to learn from and interact with students of different cultures. Kembang Rembulan, an international student from Indonesia, said she has learned a lot from attending the coffee break, especially about the different kinds of people who study in the United States. “People can really develop intercultural awareness by attending the coffee break,” said Rembulan, a journalism major. Desiree Oreta, a public relations major, has never heard of the coffee break meeting, but said it could help increase intercultural awareness because the experience is hands-on. “If I do attend the coffee break, Iʼll get a better understanding of how cultures interact among each other,” she said. Constantinou said she feels strongly about generally stereotyping people from different cultures. “It is about meeting individuals [from a different culture], as opposed to representatives of countries,” she said. The coffee break isnʼt advertised much, except through e-mails that are sent to international students and some brochures that are placed at the International Education and Exchange office, but Hotta said the coffee break will be publicized more next fall to further promote the meeting. Students who attend the coffee break arenʼt always the same group of people, apart from a few familiar faces. “Each Wednesday is different,” Hotta said, “so the each experience is always something new.”
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Beata Bujalska, a philosophy major, attempts to steal Frank Zaccaro’s sign after becoming frustrated with his message. Zaccaro, a Christian extremist, visited CSUF to speak on his beliefs about God on Tuesday.
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those willing to address him. “God likes love, but not just love, there is a balance,” Zacarro said in response to some students who said his message was that God hates everyone. Other students strongly opposed Zacarroʼs message. “I donʼt think heʼs representing Christianity in the correct manner,” said Maggie Pombar, a freshman who felt Zacarro was just there to get attention and stir up contro-
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he has changed the councilʼs judiciary process, which now requires all members to be present at every meeting. Snedden also said the council is required to be more active in campus events, such as “Paint Your Heart Out Anaheim” and Greek Week. “We used to be dysfunctional, but today we are better and more organized,” Snedden said. If ASI rejects the councilʼs request, it will harm its progress, said Valerie
versy. Jessica Ekstrom, a senior child and adolescent development major, argued at length with Zacarro and said she found his viewpoint unbalanced. “The way that he is telling people about God is not the character of God,” Ekstrom said as she quickly raised her hand after someone asked who there was Christians also. “[Godʼs] not about domination.” Vanessa Welter, a human services major, was one of the many students taking turns arguing with Zacarro. “He gives Christians a bad Shun, the president of the Panhellenic Council. “By reinstating their budget, youʼre helping them move forward,” Shun said. Although Snedden said the council is becoming a more responsible and involved council, ASI members said they were hesitant to approve their request. “I donʼt feel comfortable reinstating their budget now,” said Armando Lozano, a representative for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. “I donʼt see how [they] werenʼt responsible for missing the
name,” Welter said. The crowd eventually tired of his uncompromising viewpoints and began to dwindle, but not before a group of rowdy students threw a few water-filled condoms at Zacarro and a laughing girl tried to run off with his sign. Zacarro chased after her yelling “Thatʼs my sign.” Students working at a neighboring ceramics sale, however, were inspired by Zacarroʼs message and wrote a chalk message pointing toward their booth, reading: “Repent! And buy ceramics.” meeting.” Ross McCollum, ASIʼs vice president of finance, said he acknowledges the councilʼs attempt to change, but said missing three meetings is still unacceptable. “You guys have made a great improvement, but you guys failed in your responsibility to ASI,” he said. Snedden said he wants to reward his delegates because he wants them to be on the council next year. “These guys did so much better, I have to give recognition,” he said. “I want to give them an incentive to come back.”
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the Wildlife Park. It will connect Cleveland National Forest, Laguna Coast Wilderness Park and extend all the way to the Pacific Ocean at Crystal Cove State Park. Also surrounding Meadows Park will be Orange Countyʼs largest sports park, a cemetery, a museum district, a golf course, agriculture fields, a recreation center, a residential area and an education district. “I think it will be a great place to take my 4-year-old daughter,” said Missy Palino, an Aliso Viejo resident. Additionally, 215 acres have been set aside for CSUFʼs El Toro campus and possibly other educational institutions. “Since the land sale has not yet completed escrow, it is difficult to make any guesses as to where certain developments and amenities will be within the Great Park,” said Shannon Anne Webber, the Great Parkʼs conservancy communications manager. “However, [CSUFʼs El Toro campus] is within the area designated by the Great Park Plan for an education district.” Although groundbreaking isnʼt set to begin until 2006, the Great Park Corporation has requested input from Orange County residents on what facilities they would like to see in the park. The Great Park Corporation will give presentations to community organizations, hold public meetings and interviews and conduct a survey with county residents. “We have been hugely bombarded with ideas. Everything you can think of and more,” said Michael Ray, the chair for the Great Parkʼs Conservancy Board. “We believe that as time passes, the cream will rise to the top and become reality.” The beginning of construction on the parks and development is slated to begin in 2007. By 2008, the first housing should be ready for sale and the Sports Park should be completed. By then, Meadows Park is planned to have completed phase one of development, but because a large percentage of Heritage Fields is polluted, much of the parkʼs development depends on the progress of the runway recycling operation. After five years, all park and open landscaping, including Meadows Park, should be completed. “The Great Park will be a defining experience for Orange County for the 21st century and beyond,” Ray said. “In such a congested environment, the value of the Great Park will be beyond estimation.” The next Great Park public board meeting will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 26 at the Irvine City Council Chambers.