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CSUF offers DC internship Students have chance to work with political official on Capitol Hill By Nohemy Martinez
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Emergency contraceptive pill available in 13 states, including California By Jessica Escorsia
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Recent petitions to the Food and Drug Administration have prevented over-the-counter access to the emergency contraceptive pill, also known as Plan B. Petitions to the FDA to allow unprescribed access to the pill nationwide have been denied even though all criteria have been met. A recent investigation shows politics had an unusual role in the decision, said Kimberlee Ward, vice president of public affairs for Planned Parenthood of Orange County and San Bernardino County. “The big fight is about how to make [emergency contraceptive pill] available all over the country,” Ward said. Currently, 13 states allow pharmacies to provide the pill without a prescription, including California. It is then up to each pharmacy to decide whether to distribute the pill overthe-counter. Ralphʼs pharmacy on Harbor Boulevard in Fullerton sells the pill over-the-counter without a prescription. Ralphs pharmacist Louis Mguyen said they have been offering the pill for nearly two years. He said anybody who wants the pill could come in, fill out a form, pay $45 and get the pill in 15 to 20 minutes. When asked about age requirements or other types of restrictions, he said, “Anybody can get it, no questions asked.” The pill is a high dose of birth control, contrary to the misconception that itʼs the abortion pill, RU456, according to the Web site. Ward said those against the pill use this misconception to turn people against the pill. “Emergency contraception is not a medical abortion. It will not affect pregnancy. It is simply a resource for women,” said Mary Hermann, director of health education and promotion for the Cal State Fullerton Health and Counseling Center. The pill works only up to 72 hours after un-protected sex, failed protected sex or forced sex. Ninety-five percent of women who take the pill correctly are successful, according to the Web site. However, the pill will not work if the woman is already pregnant. Also, in order for a pharmacy to distribute the pill, the pharmacist must first complete an emergency contraceptive training program. The Health Center provides the pill to students after they have seen a nursing practitioner and received a prescription, Hermann said. Students cannot receive the pill from the CSUF pharmacy without a prescription, she SEE PLAN B = PAGE 3
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Reese Witherspoon poses with the Oscar she won for best actress for her work in “Walk the Line” at the 78th Academy Awards Sunday. See page 4 for a list of the Oscar winners.
Faculty Rallies Against University Budget Cuts Titans invited to participate in on-campus rally against under-funding, high fees By Cindy Tullues
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Hundreds of CSU faculty members across several campuses are holding demonstrations against university budget cuts and curriculum underfunding this week. “Californiaʼs economy is on the rebound and that means we have the opportunity to rebuild the CSU,” said Blanca Castaneda, California Faculty Associate student intern coordinator, in an e-mail interview. “Itʼs time to join with all the campus community students, professors, and staff, to take a stance against the chancellorʼs vision of the CSU and support our vision to rebuild access, affordability and quality for all.” Today, Cal State Fullerton faculty members invite students to participate in an on-campus rally against unjust faculty salaries, student fee increases, faculty retirement programs and the quality of education. The rally will be
held in the Quad at noon. “The rally is designed to get faculty support and send a message to CSU [trustees],” said G. Nanjundappa, California Faculty Associationʼs Fullerton chapter president. “We have not been happy with some of the proposals made by the CSU administration. We want to show our disappointment and displeasure about what is going on the bargaining table. Last October, the CSU trustees voted to increase student fees as well as a grand total of $1,178,892 salary increase, housing and car allowances for 27 CSU executives, said Berenice Dimas, California Faculty Associationʼs student intern at CSUF. The executive salary increase could have funded approximately 262 college courses allowing 10,000 students to get the classes they need to graduate on time, according to the association. Currently the CSU system is approximately $1.5 billion underfunded in student and faculty resources. Many say Chancellor Charles Reed and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger are to blame when they signed the CSU Higher Education compact for 2004/2005.
Dimas said the rally is only one of many steps by CSUF to create student and faculty awareness and support. “Hopefully, we are taking students to Sacramento to let the governor know that we are concerned. We are [also] letting the president (Milton A. Gordon) know that we are aware that issues are going on,” she said. “We need him to speak out for us.” Since fall 2002, undergraduate student fees have increased by 77 percent and have become a great concern for current and prospective students. Nanjundappa, who also teaches sociology at CSUF, worries that increased tuition will affect future student enrollment. “We do not want fee increases to become a deterrent for qualified CSU students,” he said. “As student fees increase, affordability becomes a problem for middle class students.” Fees are expected to rise approximately 10 percent this fall. But as fees continue to rise so does the demand for faculty and classes. The university has proposed to hire 16 new faculty members across campus this year to SEE FACULTY = PAGE 3
Senate bill allows CSUF to offer degree only permitted to UC campuses By Elizabeth Simoes
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The CSU chose Cal State Fullerton as one of the first campuses to offer an independent educational doctorate degree. Californiaʼs Master Plan for Higher Education – which was adopted in 1960 – permitted only UC campuses
to offer independent doctorate programs. But Senate Bill 724 – which was sent by legislatures and signed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger in late September 2005 – gave approval for the CSU to offer the independent doctoral degree. The CSU then decided which campuses could initially offer the doctoral program. “It was like being selected to go the Olympics,” said Louise Adler, chair and professor of educational leadership at CSUF. “We were pleased.” The program comes with a certain amount of prestige and CSUF will uphold its reputation of high quality
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Authors Spend Day in TSU Alpha Auxiliary of the Fullerton Assitance League celebrates book writers, raise money to help programs for children By Lauren Padilla
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degree programs, Adler said. “It will offer a high quality program at an accessible cost at a location people can get to,” Adler said. Before the bill was signed, the CSU allowed a limited number of doctoral degrees through partnerships with other universities. Since 2003, CSUF and UC Irvine came together to provide a joint Ed.D. in educational administration and leadership. “A majority of the courses were taken at CSUF,” said Ash Bishop, acting dean of the CSUF College of SEE DOCTORATE = PAGE 3
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On Saturday the Titan Student Union was overflowing with people, predominately women of all ages. The room roared with conversation and laughter between friends and strangers, all brought together by the Alpha Auxiliary of the Fullerton Assistance League in celebration of The Annual Day of Authors. The celebration raised money for the Tiny Togs program --– which is designed to provide clothing and layettes for infants of women who donʼt have the resources to provide them on their own. “We also participate in Operation School Bound, which provides a backpack and two books to each child in need. We raised $30,000 last year and hope to make more this year. There is so much we want to do for the community, and this money helps us to do it,” said Becky Knaup, former Alpha chairwoman. Barnes and Noble representatives were also in attendance and donated 25 percent of all proceeds from the sale of the books of the authorʼs in attendance to the foundation.
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The Political Science Department of Cal State Fullerton has introduced a summer internship program offering students a unique educational experience in Washington, D.C. The six-week program – initiated by CSUF professors – integrates education and job networking skills for students who are interested in politics or who want the experience of working on Capitol Hill. “You get hands on experience out on the field,” Professor Stephen Stambough said. Students participating in the program enroll in two political science courses: legislature and politics and internship in politics. The internship course gives students the opportunity to intern with a political official from an agency of their choice. Students are required to search for an agency on their own and professors recommend students submit applications as soon as possible. “Summertime is a busy time for internships,” Stambough said. “Federal agencies that offer work experience often take longer to hire so students should apply soon.” As part of the internship students organize and give
tours of the U.S. Capitol. Other tasks students perform include assisting legislative staff by providing research for hearings; briefings, speeches and interviews; attending and observing office meetings. CSUF students Karalee Etheridge and Tiffany Hahn both interned in Washington, D.C. before the program was established on campus and enjoyed the experience. At a recent meeting Stambough informed students the program requirements and both Hahn and Etheridge provided insight from their experience. “One thing you have to do is go for a walk at night to see all of the monuments,” Hahn said. The most important thing students must have is professionalism, Etheridge said. Hahn said students must maintain a professional congressional profile including everything from work attire, making sure all assigned tasks are completed, and most importantly the behavior of students outside the office must be of high caliber. The estimated cost of the program is approximately $2,475 for undergraduates and $2,535 for graduates. The total cost includes housing, round trip airfare and enrollment in six academic units. The summer session is open to students from all colleges. Students are
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Iraq Prime Minister Pressured
BAGHDAD, Iraq – Sunni Arab and Kurdish politicians increased pressure Sunday on Shiite Prime Minister Ibrahim alJaafari to abandon his bid for a new term, while leaders of Iraqʼs Shiite majority struggled to overcome growing internal divisions. Despite the squabbling, there were reports the new parliament would be called into session for the first time as early as the end of the week, starting the clock on a 60-day period during which it would have to elect a president and approve a prime minister and Cabinet.
WEDNESDAY: Check out Mad Mad Moon in the Titan Amphitheatre from noon to 1 p.m. THURSDAY: The Division of Administration and Finance will be hosting a seminar on identity theft from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the TSU in Bradford AB.
Iran Threatens UN VIENNA, Austria – Iran threatened Sunday to embark on full-scale uranium enrichment if the U.N. nuclear watchdog presses for action over its nuclear program, and the American ambassador to the United Nations warned of the possibility of “painful consequences” for Iran. The comments came as the International Atomic Energy Agencyʼs board prepared to meet Monday to discuss referring Iran to the U.N. Security Council, but delegates said whatever step the council might take would stop far short of sanctions. Songha Lee/Daily Titan
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General Glosses Over War WASHINGTON – The Pentagonʼs top general acknowledged Sunday that “anything can happen” in Iraq, but he said things arenʼt as bad as some say. “I wouldnʼt put a great big smiley face on it, but I would say theyʼre going very, very well from everything you look at.” The comments drew criticism that Gen. Peter Pace is glossing over problems in the three-year-old U.S. campaign.
AT&T to Buy BellSouth ATLANTA – AT&T Inc. is buying BellSouth Corp. for $67 billion in stock in a bid that further consolidates the telecommunications industry and would give AT&T total control of their growing joint venture, Cingular Wireless LLC. The proposed purchase, announced Sunday, also goes a long way toward resurrecting the old Ma Bell telephone system, which was broken apart in 1984.
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Pedestrian Killed on 91 ANAHEIM – An 18-year-old pedestrian was killed Sunday while trying to cross a freeway on foot, police said. Enrique V. Flores Jr., walked on a 91 Freeway off-ramp in Anaheim and tried to cross the traffic lanes when he was struck by a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero, said Dave Clark, a dispatcher with the California Highway Patrol. Witnesses dragged Flores to the freeway shoulder and unsuccessfully tried to revive him. Clark said it was unclear why Flores entered the freeway, but said there was no sign of alcohol or drugs. Police found the driver of the Montero, who stopped at the next exit. The death was under investigation. Reports compiled from The Associated Press
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Kinesiology graduate student, Lisa Gardner, finishes up her coffee before starting work at the Lifespan Wellness Center, Tuesday afternoon.
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BLOTTER MONDAY: Two suspicious males selling books or magazines were reported at dorm Willow on North State College Boulevard at 1:17 p.m. At 6:21 p.m., a suspicious female with shoulder length brown hair was reported to be soliciting magazines in dorm Manzanita on North State College Boulevard. Two suspicious people without any proof of identification were detained on the Irvine Campus at 6:46 p.m. TUESDAY: A call for medical aid was placed from the Titan Student Union at 12:13 p.m. after a female fell to the floor crying. She had taken her medications without eating food and complained about an upset stomach and dizziness. WEDNESDAY: A call was placed from College Park for
University Police to take a look at a suspicious package containing a metal brick that a professor had received in the mail at her home in Anaheim. At 8:36 p.m., a professor reported from McCarthy Hall that two males were disturbing his student assistants and that the two subjects were trying to open unsecured doors. The subjects were described as wearing shirts that bared their midriffs, shorts, boots and cowboy hats. They told the professor that they were from Texas. THURSDAY: A homeless white male wearing a black raincoat and carrying bags was reported to be on the south side of the Computer Science Building. The caller said the man seemed to be disoriented and was possibly heading toward the showers in physical education. University Police were unable to locate the subject. At 11:11 a.m., a homeless man was reported to be bleeding in the menʼs locker room in Kinesiology. University Police were unable to locate the subject.
FRIDAY: A call for medical aid was placed at 10:29 p.m. after a female custodian accidentally electrocuted herself. The custodian was conscious and breathing when the call was placed, and medics were sent to respond. University Police took a report. SATURDAY: A campus safety officer reported four males on the top level of the parking structure on Nutwood Avenue and North State College Boulevard who appeared to be shooting a movie. The Heritage House, which is located within the Arboretum on North State College Boulevard, was egged. University Police took a report. A male and a female were reported to be posting unauthorized flyers using staple guns throughout McCarthy Hall. University police were unable to locate the subjects. A call was placed from the dorms on North State College Boulevard reporting that a man was bleeding outside the basketball courts. Medics were called to respond and University Police took a report.
SATURDAY: Titan baseball takes on East Carolina University at 6 p.m. on Goodwin field. Free for students with ID.
OFF CAMPUS TUESDAY: Compete in Café Tu Tu Tangoʼs karaoke contest at 9 p.m. with 80s music all night. Free to compete! Happy hour starts at 10 p.m. with half off appetizers and $1 off draft beers. TUESDAY: Santa Ana Seven presents “Anne Handberry in Terminal Island: The End of the World,” an exercise in watercolor depicting Handberryʼs work as art department head for Todd Pacific Shipyards in San Pedro. Her work can be found in the back room of the award winning restaurant Memphis at the Santora, and is open for viewing starting at 11 a.m. Free admission. Visit http:// www.memphiscafe.com/santora. htm for more details. WEDNESDAY: The Titans will face off against Cal State Northridge at 8:30 p.m. in the Anaheim Convention Center to commence the Big West Tournament First Round. Tickets cost $20. Visit http://www.bigwest. org to reserve a seat. If you would like to submit an event to Out nʼ About please e-mail news@dailytitan.com
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required to have a 3.0 GPA in their major and must be junior or senior standing. Students who participate will have the opportunity to network with federal agencies and at the same time gain the training needed for future job positions. “Itʼs an opportunity to see a whole different part of the country,” Etheridge said. “I wouldnʼt trade it for the world.” The program is offering 20 scholarships for students interested in applying: 10 $1,500 scholarships covering the cost for six weeks of housing, and 10 $400 scholarships covering round trip airfare. Deadline for applications is March 15, and applications are available in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at UH-518. For more information, call Stambough at (714) 2782933.
said. Ward said easier access for the pill across the country would actually make those who are sexually active more responsible, instead of promoting unprotected sex like some people claim. “Every study shows exactly the opposite,” Ward said. Timing is an important factor, Ward said, and when you have un-protected sex or the condom breaks, women donʼt always have the time or accessibility to go to a clinic, see a doctor, and get a prescription. When asked about younger patients taking advantage of the easy access to the pill or how it might promote un-protected sex, Mguyen said he had no comment. “I just follow what the law tells us to do,” he said. Ward said the advisory panel to the FDA supported the passing of the petition, but it will be difficult to pass with the current political administration. Still, women should not rely on its easy accessibility. Photo Illustraton by songha Lee/Daily Titan “Women should choose a more regular form of PLAN B: California is one of 13 states to offer birth control,” Ward said. “There has to be a combi- the Emergency Contraceptive Pill without a prenation of both contraception and education.” scription.
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Education, adding that other courses were taken at UCI and Cal Poly Pomona. Still, students paid the tuition of a UC school. “This will not be a model of the joint program,” Bishop said. “It will be built from the ground up.” The initial planning process has already begun and they hope to build a quality program in a short amount of time, Bishop said. The doctorate program is slated to begin at CSUF in the fall of 2007 and applications will be taken early next year. The three-year program will accept 15 students the first year. The first batch of CSU campuses to also offer the Ed.D. includes Fresno, Long Beach, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego and San Francisco. In 2008 six more of the 23 CSU campuses will also offer the program. The CSU chose CSUF because it has an excellent educational leadership department and it has already offered the joint degree, making it well equipped to offer the independent doctoral degree, Bishop
said. The Ed.D. will be in administrative leadership. The program is designed for leaders in schools and colleges, such as principals and superintendents, Adler said. “There is a tremendous need right now for people with a degree in educational leadership,” Bishop said. He added that the UC campuses didnʼt have the resources to meet the demands. Only three to five students were admitted into the joint doctoral program with UCI each year, Adler said. Since there is strong demand for the program and not enough resources, interested students enrolled at private universities to obtain the degree, which is expensive or out of the Orange County area, Adler said. Students of the independent Ed.D. at CSUF will pay fees similar to those of a UC school. Although the Ed.D. in administrative leadership is the only doctorate degree scheduled for CSUF to offer, some predict the CSU may offer more in the future. As other areas arise where the UC canʼt meet the needs of the state, the CSU will step in and offer more doctoral programs, Bishop said.
Katie Craddock, community relations officer for Barnes and Noble, said it was important for [Barnes and Noble] to participate in a cause that helps to support those in need. “Literature unites us; itʼs a common link between people of all types and ages,” Knaup said. The event featured six breakout authors and the very well known Lisa See and Doris Kearns Goodwin, a prior Pulitzer winner. Goodwin, a professor at Harvard who just finished writing a biography on Lincoln, gave some advice on writing a good story: Pretend you donʼt know the ending. She also spoke on the importance of literature and focused on the need for people of leadership to have strong moral fiber.
FACULTY A comparative look at Ed.D. programs in Southern California
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FROM PAGE 1 accommodate the growing student population. However, due to low faculty salaries, the university is having difficulties hiring and retaining new members. Currently teachers are forced to take on heavier workloads by teaching larger classes, leaving many questioning the universityʼs quality of education. “ … [There is] less student access to faculty advisement and mentoring because professors are spread thinly across teaching larger and larger classes while also helping run their department, conduct research, and perform university service,” Castaneda said. Faculty members are rallying to express their displeasure about the increased workload, and “Want to make sure that those who teacher larger classes get appropriate credit.” The average CSU faculty salary is approximately $69,327, according to the California Faculty Association. On average, full-time lecturers earn $53,800. Even though CSU faculty members received 3.5 percent salary increase this
Knaup said she was very excited to have Goodwin back at the annual event. She said normally there would be no way for the organization to get someone of Goodwinʼs caliber to speak, except that Goodwinʼs sister, Charlotte, was an Alpha. “I would do anything for my sister, Charlotte. She believes in this organization, and it means so much to her. I respect her and know that if this organization has such a big place in her heart it must be doing great things,” Goodwin said. Corinne David, an Alpha member said a day of authors was the perfect event to choose for a fundraiser, because it is vital for people of all ages to learn and know about the world around them. Karen Bell, chairman of A Day of Authors concluded the event with words from Dr. Seuss, “The more you read, the more you know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.”
year, they are still earning approximately 16.8 percent less than members in other school systems. Most community college faculty earns about $70, 233. “Salaries are not sufficient to keep up with the cost of living in this area,” Nanjundappa said. Faculty members are also concerned with CSU proposals to reduce the faculty early retirement plan from five years to two years. Nanjundappa said the five-year plan does not cost the university any additional money, but in fact, actually saves them money. All Cal State campuses will have onsite rallies this week, expressing similar concerns. Students are encouraged to participate in the rallies to support their faculty members. “It is affecting all students,” Dimas said. “Even if your parents are paying [for school], you are still paying for less.” Rally participants hope todayʼs event will create community awareness and support. “The target and message [this] week … is to deliver a message to the chancellor via the campus president about the real needs of the students, faculty and staff,” Castaneda said. “Students need adequate resources for the CSU and a fair contract for faculty and staff.”
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Suiting Up for Summer with a Slim Beach Body
Students encouraged to change eating habits, start workout routine By Alicia David
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With summer just a few months away, itʼs a good time to start thinking about shedding that winter coat and getting a much wanted beach body. One of the hardest parts about starting a workout routine is staying motivated long enough to finish the dayʼs routine and get through the program to see the final results. Eating healthy and staying fit can often times be difficult, especially with busy schedules. Trying to balance school and work makes it easy to leave the workout behind and drive through the local fast food restaurant instead, but donʼt worry there is advice out there to help you get started with a routine and stick with it. One of the most important things is to find a workout that interests you. Staying in shape doesnʼt mean enduring hours of painful and boring exercise routines. There
are numerous activities that are offered throughout the day. Drop-in classes give students fun and donʼt even feel like exercise. Whether itʼs yoga, hiking, the opportunity to attend a fitness running, or dancing there is some- class without worrying about the thing out there for everyone. hassle of signing up for anything. Phil Cruz, fitness manager Along with several activities at the Anaheim Hills 24 Hour to choose from in the fitness lab Fitness, breaks it down simply for thereʼs also an opportunity to those who want to get in shape. schedule an appointment with a “If youʼre doing the workouts personal trainer, according to the right, youʼll see the results and Rec Sports homepage. thatʼll be enough motivation to Although Howell admits itʼs keep you going,” he said. harder to workout in college Once peoplesʼ since he no longer plays team bodies start to sports, he does change so will “If you’re doing the feel itʼs not their attitude. workouts right, you’ll impossible to Looking better in different see results and that’ll be fit in a workout types of clothes routine. enough motivation to will give you “I believe keep going” that extra boost thereʼs time for to keep going. everything,” Phil Cruz Another helpHowell said. “I 24 Hour Fitness Manager ful hint is to try think of working out as a doing a variation of routines necessity and to keep from getting bored. Mix it think itʼs important to find a balup by doing different workouts on ance with everything.” Besides looking and feeling different days to stay focused. “I work out a few times a better, working out has many week,” said George Howell, other benefits to your health. “Youʼll improve many things,” a junior kinesiology major. “I take weekend bike rides and on said Pep Coco, an employee for Tuesdays and Thursdays I go to Xtreme Fitness in Fullerton. the total conditioning drop-in “Youʼre nervous system improves as well as your reflexes, coordiclass that the fitness lab offers.” For those of us who donʼt have nation, balance, strength and self the time to get to the gym, the fit- esteem.” ness lab on campus is a great way Although the thought of startto squeeze in a workout. It offers ing a workout may cause many of a variety of equipment to use as us to cringe, itʼs a great habit to well as several drop-in classes start with long lasting benefits.
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This year ʼs Academy Awards featured five films that were described by the press as a different lot of Best Picture nominees. The movies were hailed as small, independent releases by the likes of Forbes and other media outlets. The truth is, however, that, with the exception of Crash, major studios released all the films that were nominated for the prestigious award. Smaller production companies released some, but major studios like Sony and Warner Brothers own them. Describing these films as independent is a stretch, to say the least. Major studios have been calling their subsidiary companies “independent” for a long time. This is done to ride the popularity of genuinely independent films as artistic statements, or as on the cutting edge of filmmaking. Effectively, major movie studios have pre-packaged the Hollywood filmmaking counter-culture and sold it to us as a lie. It is virtually impossible to produce and distribute a film independently. It can be done, but not on a national scale, as distribution costs can run into the millions. A major studio labeling its
releases as “independent” is a detriment to those who aspire to buck the traditional good olʼ boys club of Hollywood politics. Their achievements mean less because every year there are countless “independent” releases. Our acceptance of these films is a determent to the art form as well. The truly independent filmmakers are having their market crowded by companies that was to capitalize on their genreʼs artistic direction. It isnʼt that these films lack quality or content. All of the films nominated this year were good movies, and were produced by people with talent. They took a stand and provided America with messages that they either wanted or needed to hear. The major movie studios need some intestinal fortitude. If they want to produce a film, they should stand behind it, and stop infringing on the market of independent filmmakers. They need to call their films what they are: major studio releases funded with millions of dollars, ,ot counter-cultural offerings fueled by artistic vision. Major studios need to stop hiding behind their “independent” companies, and take a stand.
Editorial Board Philip Fuller, Opinion Editor Nicole M. Smith, Executive Editor Kim Orr, Managing Editor In deference to the paradigm established by venerable Swiss philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau, unsigned Titan Editorials strive to represent the general will of the Daily Titan editorial board and do not necessarily reflect the view of the university.
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An Open Letter to the President By Kirk Dingley
Daily Titan Staff Writer
Dear Mr. President, We at the United Arab Emirates just wanted to extend our sincerest appreciation for passing the deal allowing us to operate your beautiful ports. All we need are some boats now, and weʼll have our very own U.S. Navy. We just love globalization. Mr. President, would you also be interested in allowing us to operate the Queen Mary? We could also use an aircraft carrier or a nuclear submarine. It would be like our new United Arab Emirateʼs Coney Island Navy. Donʼt worry about the controversy surrounding our little transaction. If anything, it will actually
be a blessing for you. The news of the deal actually got Dick Cheney off the front pages of your newspapers. It was genius how you guys handled the hunting incident, by the way. Parading the no. 2 in front of state-run-media to discuss the “accident” was textbook damage control. You are so lucky to have Fox News. We know the victim was probably one of those civil liberty types. We canʼt stand due process either. Tell Dick Cheney to keep his bullets inside the Abu Ghraib walls next time. Iʼm sure this port debate will also blow ove just like the New Orleans debacle. Iʼve been keeping tabs on all the controversy through Google Alerts. Any time thereʼs a news headline with the phrase “Democrats say they will actually do something this time,” Iʼm immediately noti-
fied. Those donkeys feel that the deal makes you look soft on terrorism, and they think that they can position themselves to become the new anti-Islamic, anti-Arab or anti-terrorism party for the next elections. Can you believe that, Mr. President? Those Toyota Prius-driving liberals actually think they can become the new sheriffs in town. Even our monarchy has a smarter opposition party than that. Everyone knows that the Republican Party is the 300-pound gorilla of American politics. When you vote Republican youʼre voting for beer, Walmart and security. Isnʼt that right, Mr. President? With all the terrorism hysteria you created, Democrats have gotten away from their bread and butter issues of helping the poor, sick, oppressed, and Hollywood.
I must admit Mr. President, that with the whole Hurricane Katrina disaster mismanagement thing, I thought the Democrats finally had you. But once again the Teflon Connecticut-Texan that you are, proved me wrong. And now Iʼm sitting here today ready to take over one of the major lifelines of your economy. Life certainly works in mysterious ways doesnʼt it? Iʼm sorry Mr. President, Iʼve probably babbled away a little too long at this point. I hope to hear back from you soon on our proposal to take over operations of The Statue of Liberty. Also, if you could let me know what the Kelly Bluebook value is on the Grand Canyon I would certainly appreciate it. Have a great day and try not to work too hard. Remember to use my Hotmail account next time you e-mail.
Stewart Shines as Academy’s Host By Tim Young
Daily Titan Staff Writer
Before all the questions of what actors or actresses will shock or dazzle us with what they wear and who will win what are answered, we find out what everyone wants to know, who will be the host of the Academy Awards? Every year America wonders if the Academy is going to pick Billy Crystal again. Crystal wouldnʼt be a bad choice, but itʼs always good to mix things up a little. This year John Stewart was selected to host one of the biggest annual events in the United States, the Super Bowl of award shows. Stewart is known to America because of his “Daily Show” on Comedy Central in which he has helped provide a comical approach while portraying news in a quality
manner. Most people learn more from Stewartʼs show than watching the boring, same old routine of the 5 oʼclock news. Opening the award show with a dream sequence, we were given a peek at what goes into trying to pick a host. In this dream, Stewart wakes up to a voicemail message proclaiming that he is hosting the Academy Awards and is pleasantly surprised to have Halle Berry and George Clooney next to him in bed. What a shocker that there was a parody on the gay theme. Stewart did his best to keep the audience feeling as if they were still in a dream. With no really big movies or actors up for awards this year, the hostʼs job becomes more important. Stewart made up for the lessthan stellar cast and for the unknown movies. There was no Clint Eastwood (Million Dollar
Baby and Mystic River) or Peter Jackson (Lord of the Rings) to steal the show, or Jack Nicholson to pay tribute to.Throughout the evening Stewart joked and introduced people in his witty manner, giving everyone acclaim. He successfully kept the audienceʼs attention and was a pleasant relief from last years host was Chris Rock, whose humor is funny but often too loud and obnoxious. Stewart was only upstaged by Ben Stillerʼs impression of the green screen in motion picturesThe award show paid tribute to the movies of from decades past. Stewart shared his opinion after the second tribute. “Holy crap! Weʼre going to run clips. Please, if anyone has extra clips, send them in,” Stewart sarcastically remarked. When hosting an awards show, especially one so big, the host needs to be relaxed and not try too
hard. From his jokes commenting on how being a gay cowboy isnʼt as bad as it seems, to saying that if two people got stuck repopulating the earth we would have Jessica Alba and Eric Banna as he introduced them, he kept his audience entertained. He felt natural at what he was doing. Being a host on television gives practice for hosting something so big. From Steve Martin to Whoopi Goldberg, and Billy Crystal to Chris Rock, Stewart delivered a memorable performance. Who knows if America would have seen Stewartʼs amazing talents if Comedy Central has not given him a show that portrayed his comical stylings so well. Maybe weʼve lived another year without having Mr. Crystal joke our ears to death. And it was good. Like I said, a little variety never hurt anyone.
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Titans Enter Final Stretch of Season
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CSUF Splits Header Titans break even in Worth Invitational Tournament at home
CSUF wins final game of regular season; Big West Tournament set to begin
defense, but could have done a better job of taking care of the ball. “I am shell-shocked watching this group lose leads,” Burton said. By Christen D’Alessandro On the other side of the ball, Daily Titan Staff Writer their offense was solid as every starter for the Titans scored in douThe seniors on the Cal State ble digits. Fullerton menʼs basketball team Jamaal Brown finished his last finished strong in their last game game strong with a double double. as they contributed to a win against He scored 15 points while making South Dakota State, 95-82, Sunday, five-of-five shots from the free in front of 732 fans at Titan Gym. throw line. He also pulled down 10 “I think what did help us was rebounds. Senior Night or Senior Afternoon,” Bobby Brown put up 14 points, CSUF Head Coach Bob Burton four three-pointers, nine assists and said. “Those kids were excited. two steals. They had their families and friends Harper had 21 points including here, so I think five three-pointers. Sophomore that part helped guard Frank us through.” “I hope we have R o b i n s o n The seniors momentum going into pitched in with honored were 16 points and point guard the tournament that three steals. John Clemmons, we can use from this For the guards Vershan game.” Jackrabbits, Cottrell and guard Matt Jermaine Harper Cadwell led along with forBob Burton ward Jamaal the way with CSUF Head Coach Brown. 27 points, five F u l l e r t o n ʼs assists and two junior guard steals. Bobby Brown Forward Ben started the game off with back-to- Beran had 19 points and eight back three-pointers. South Dakota rebounds while forward Michael came right back and took the lead. Loney put up 12 points and guard A combination of another three- Mackenzie Casey had 10. pointer from Bobby Brown and After the win to close out their a couple of two-point field goals regular season schedule, the Titans from junior center Justin Burns put must now prepare for the Big West the Titans right back on top, where Tournament. they stayed for the duration of the “I think most of our preparation game. has been done all year,” Burton “It was good to get into a flow said. offensively,” said Burns as he had a The tournament starts March 8 career-high 22 points in the game. and Fullertonʼs first round game Both teams shot the ball well as will be against Cal State Northridge they both hit about 52 percent from at 8:30 p.m. at the Anaheim beyond the arc. The Titans made Convention Center. about 56 percent of their total field “I hope we have some momentum going into the tournament that goals. “The cohesiveness that weʼre we can use from this game,” Burton said. “That was the idea of schedulplaying with helps,” Burns said. The Jackrabbits made 50 per- ing this game at this time.” cent of their total field goals and The team has high hopes of also shot about 82 percent from playing well and going far in this the free-throw line while Fullerton tournament. shot about 78 percent. “We picked up our defense, Burton was happily surprised weʼre playing good together and that the Titans were able to hang sharing the ball,” Harper said. “I on to the lead to win the game. He think we have a good chance to said that Fullerton is playing better win.”
By Jon Castillo
Daily Titan Staff Writer
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EYE ON THE PRIZE: Titan forward Justin Burns concentrates on scoring as CSUF beats South Dakota State,95-82, and look to the Big West Tournament, which starts Wednesday at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Wrestlers Build Foundation For Future
Titans send two wrestlers to NCAA Tournament, prepare for future success By Christen D’Alessandro
Daily Titan Staff Writer
As the season has come to an end for the Cal State Fullerton wrestling team, two members of the team, senior Jesse Taylor and sophomore Morgan Atkinson, are still competing individually. Taylor took third at the Pac10 Championships and automatically moves on to the NCAA Tournament, while Atkinson received a wild-card entry. “Getting two guys to Nationals this year was pretty good,” CSUF Head Coach Dan Hicks said. “They both stepped up and gained a lot of ground.” The rest of the team, however, didnʼt finish the way they wouldʼve liked to.
Senior Risto Marttinen said he was disappointed and a little frustrated. “You wish [that in] your senior year you do the best ever,” Marttinen said. “You have all your expectations and then fall short of your goals.” The team started out slow because of injuries but never gave up and put up a solid fight until the end, Atkinson said of their performance this season. The team took ninth place at the Pac-10 Conference Championships last week in Palo Alto and ended their season with a 6-12 overall record and 0-7 in the Pac-10 Conference. “The effort was there, we were just really young,” Atkinson said. Although the team didnʼt do as well as they wanted, the program has improved immensely over the past few years thanks to Hicks. Hicks has fought hard and brought in new talents to make
the Titan wrestling program better and keep it as an intercollegiate sport at CSUF.
“... They’ve improved a lot and still have much room for improvement. This team is reloading for future years come” Dan Hicks CSUF Head Coach
“Iʼve seen it go from a really weak program to a strong program,” Marttinen said. One of the major weaknesses of the team this past year — the youth — may also be considered
a strength in upcoming seasons. “Because the team was so young this year, they didnʼt have much experience so they didnʼt do as well as hoped,” Hicks said. “But because theyʼre so young, theyʼve improved a lot and still have much room for improvement. The team is reloading for future years to come.” With only four seniors leaving this year, the team has much room for improvement. “All we have to look forward to is success from now on,” Marttinen said. Next season, the Titans will look to build good team chemistry and unity. “The guys of the team also put in a solid effort and never quit or give up,” Taylor said. Atkinson said that while the team needs to improve in duals matches, the team is a better tournament team. “Everyone really wants to do
their best for the team,” Hicks said. A key for the Titansʼ wrestling program in the near future will be their ability to recruit potential wrestlers. The coaching staff doesnʼt have as many resources as other schools do to lure potential athletes to come to Fullerton. “CSUF wrestling doesnʼt have enough money for recruiting purposes and scholarships,” Marttinen said. “Other schools have the ability to give out full athletic scholarships while Fullertonʼs wrestling team does not so itʼs hard for CSUF to get in new recruits if other schools can offer them something better.” Fullerton may have not been as strong as they wanted to be this year, but they are excited to see how they will improve in the following years. “The future is really bright,” Hicks said.
The Cal State Fullerton softball team concluded their play in the 2006 Worth Invitational by losing 4-2 to the Stanford Cardinal in the second game of their doubleheader Sunday afternoon. CSUF won their first game against Purdue, 6-2, before going on to lose against nationally ranked Stanford in a game that could have gone either way. Titansʼ junior pitcher Candice Baker pitched a complete game loss, giving up four runs on four hits, two of which were solo homeruns. Baker is now 8-3 on the season for the Titans. “Once I gave up that second home run I was pissed. I didnʼt know what was going to go on,” Baker said. “I think we are prepared for it, but at the same time there was nothing we could do but press [on].” Stanfordʼs sophomore pitcher Becky McCullough (4-2) picked up the win in relief for the Cardinal, allowing no runs on two hits in one and twothirds innings. She replaced freshman starter pitcher Missy Penna, who gave up two runs on three hits in five and onethirds innings. Stanford hit the scoreboard first, with a solo home run over the centerfield fence by freshman shortstop Maddy Coon in the fourth inning. Titans did not take long to respond, as sophomore first baseman Katie Gollhardt blasted a two-run shot over the left centerfield fence. It was Gollhardtʼs first home run of the season. “You look at the scoreboard [and] there is two hits for each team and basically two homeruns,” Gollhardt said. “It was like ʻWowʼ this is a close game.” CSUF had the opportunity to open up a lead in the bottom of the second with the bases loaded with two outs, but failed to convert any runs after a flyout ended the inning. With the game being tied through six innings, the Cardinal tacked on two runs in the top of the seventh inning – runs that proved to be the game winning scores when the Titans could not respond in the bottom of the inning. The weekend marked the first time the softball team played in front of their home crowd at Titans Softball Complex. “Everybody was so excited to play at home,” third baseman Marissa Marzan said. “I think everybody was real excited that we got all our games in.” CSUF (11-10) went 3-3 on the weekend, winning their first game of each day and following that up with a loss. In the first game, Marzan was the starter, pitching a complete game. She allowed two runs on two hits while striking out five and had a no-hitter through the first four and one-thirds innings before giving up a single. Marzan improved to 2-2 for the Titans this season. Titansʼ sophomore catcher Kiki Munoz went 2-for-3 in the first game, driving in four runs, including a bases-clearing triple in the bottom of the third. Munoz tied her career high in RBIs in the game. “I felt good the first game,” Munoz said. “Canʼt really think during the game. Just went out, gave it my all and it paid off.” “I thought we came out there pretty tough,” Marzan said. “The last two innings were flat, but we just need to close those ones out.” The Titans will face the Loyola-Chicago and Virginia in another doubleheader on Tuesday that starts at 4 p.m. at the Titan Softball Complex. For indiviual game coverage against Stanford and Perdue, go to Dailytitan.com. Click on Sports.