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Week of January 29February 4, 2007

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Man Falls to His Death on CSUF Campus

A foil sheet covers Fullerton resident Michael Scott Zyram, 43, as police waited for the coroners arrival. Zyran felll to his death in an apparent suicide falling from the top of the Nutwood Parking Structure on the Cal State Fullerton campus Friday. Disturbance reports began coming in to the campus police around 4 p.m Friday afternoon; Zyram was pronounced dead at 4:29 p.m.

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Paramedics covered the body with a large white medical sheet shortly thereafter, as the man’s limp left arm jut out from under the sheet. As the sun set, trails of CSUF administrators, detectives and police Written By ADAM LEVY officials made their way in and out Daily Titan Executive Editor of the taped up area to discuss details news@dailytitan.com of the incident, occasionally pointing to the top where the wayward photos By Karl thunman jumper descended from. Shortly Daily Titan Photo Editor after 6:00 p.m., an Orange County photo@dailytitan.com coroner arrived and conducted a detailed investigation of the body. A A 43-year-old Fullerton man fell half-hour later, the body was loaded to his death in an apparent suicide into the back of a large white van on the Cal State Fullerton campus and taken to the Orange County late Friday afternoon, authorities Sheriff Coroner’s office, where an said. Michael Scott Zyram, who was autopsy was performed. Coroner ofnot a student at the university, fell ficials declined to confirm the name from the top level of the Nutwood of the deceased pending notification parking structure. of the next of kin. Upon notifica“The police had reports of a man tion of next of kin, Coroner official on the roof screamKelly Crawford said ing and walking on Zyram’s death was the top floor,” said They were trying ruled a suicide with CSUF spokesperson really hard to bring the cause of death Paula Selleck in a his life back but it was blunt being force phone interview. “By trauma. the time the police obvious ... It was a CSUF students arrived, the body was cold presence. were visibly dis– Manuel Arredondo traught as they passed on the ground.” Entertainment Arts Major by the grizzly scene Manuel Arredondo, a 32-yearand learned it was a old entertainment suicide. arts major, witnessed Daniel Vidiro, a as paramedics attempted to revive 23-year-year-old history major, said, Zyram with CPR to no avail. “I just can’t believe it. I’ve never been “They were trying really hard to this close to ... it’s quite a shock.” bring back his life but it was obvious An unidentified student in the [he was dead],” Arredondo said. “It structure looked mesmerized as she was a cold presence.” stared at the sheet covering Zyram. A battery of fire trucks, ambu- She said, “I just kinda wanna go lances, police cars and other univer- home,” before abruptly walking sity vehicles surrounded the entrance away. to the parking structure, which was “This is the first time I saw a dead quartered off in yellow tape. At ap- body – it’s a shame this had to happroximately 4:25 p.m., the deceased pen,” said Michael Samiley, a 19man lay on the ground, his chest cov- year-old computer science major. ered with patches of medical gauze “He must have had it pretty bad.” while his legs lie in a mangled form. Ru Chen, an 18-year-old business

management major, stood in silence as he surveyed the surroundings while leaving class. “It’s sad,” Chen said. “I don’t think jumping off a building is the

answer to things.” Spanish major Nayeli Madero, 23, said that in light of the incident, precautions should be taken to ensure the top of the parking structure

is enclosed. Operations Lt. Tom Gehrls said that discussions about the structure will likely take place. Selleck said that with the size of

History of CSUF Suicides

1977- Richard Drapkin age 31 CSUF Equipment technician for Instructional Media Center jumped from the 5th floor of the Humanities building on April 1. 1979- Susan F. McNelly age 24 CSUF Children’s center intern and former child development student jumped from the 8th floor of the Humanities building on April 20 in her second attempted suicide.

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1987- Gregory Hannah age 40 CSUF faculty member was found dead on March 16 after apparently killing himself two nights before from a drug overdose.

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1987- Steven Bradley English age 27 CSUF senior geology student went missing on Sept. 17, 1987 and was found in El Cerrito four days later dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

A campus police car remains stationed next to the body of Michael Scott Zyram at 5:00 p.m Friday afternoon. An Orange County Sheriffs Corener left the scene with the body an hour later.

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the campus and community it encompasses, tragedies are inevitable. “Statistically, these things will happen from time to time,” Selleck said. “It’s very unfortunate.”

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1998- Danming “Peter” Huang age 29 CSUF foreign exchange physics graduate student was found dead alongside the 57 Freeway two weeks after he went missing. He was found on Sept. 16, 1998 and his death was determined a suicide by overdose of prescription medication.

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4:51 p.m. A woman reported receiving multiple pornographic emails. I.T. said to erase them, but because of the amount of e-mails, she requested an officer come. 1/21/07 4:19 p.m. A student reported that the door to his dorm room had been broken in and an iPod was stolen. 10:53 p.m. A possible transient was spotted outside of the Performing Arts Center. 1/22/07 11:19 a.m. A 25-year-old student had appendicitis and was taken by ambulance to the Health Center Lobby. 1/23/07 12:45 a.m. A man was caught riding a motorcycle through the Westside Food Court Patio

1/17/07 9:55 a.m. A man tried to steal something from the Kinesiology Department office, and was still onsite when the call was made. 1/18/07 9:21 a.m. A large truck was on fire near Lot A. 1:51 p.m. A suspicious person was spotted in a vehicle near the dorms. 4:22 p.m. A vehicle was stolen from Lot A. 1/20/07 11:09 a.m. The owner of a black SUV reported having the back window broken in. 12:55 p.m. A fire was seen at University Hall. Smoke was coming from the base of a small tree outside of room 178.

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Wednesday Jan. 31

-Discoverfest 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Campus resources, student clubs and organizations will gather at the quad to offer students a way to get involved at CSUF. -Learn About Megan’s Law 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Tom Gehrls of University Police will discuss Megan’s law and ways to protect yourself as well as your family.

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Thursday Feb. 1 - Discoverfest 11a.m.-2 p.m.: Campus resources, student clubs and organizations will gather at the quad to offer students a way to get involved at CSUF. -Midnight Madness 6-9 p.m.: Free food, bowling and billiards at the TSU Underground sponsored by New Student Programs and ASI Games & Recreation. -Cynthis Ellis Flute 8-10:30 p.m.: CSUF professor and principal flutist with the Opera Pacific Orchestra, Cynthia Ellis, will perform at the Performing Arts Center’s

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Meng Concert Hall. $12 with COVINGTON, La. (AP) advanced purchase. Police said they caught a 16-year-old robbery suspect Friday Feb. 2 who previously eluded them -Women’s Tennis vs. Long after his baggy pants fell Beach State 1:30-3:30 p.m.: down, causing him to stumFree admission for the Big ble as officers chased him. West Conference match at “We literally caught him with the Tennis Sports Complex. his pants down,” Lt. Jack -Baseball vs. Stanford 7-10 West said. p.m.: CSUF students with The teen was booked on current ID get in free to the warrants for armed robbery, baseball game at Goodwin carjacking, two counts of agField. gravated battery and being a -Mary Karen Clardy Flute child in need of supervision. Master Class 8-10 p.m.: The class will be held in the Meng SARATOGA, Calif. (AP) Concert Hall by Clardy. $5 Who was that undressed with advanced purchase.

man? That’s the question startled hikers, bikers and horseback riders are asking about a jogger seen streaking through an open space preserve wearing nothing but sneakers, glasses and a black hat. People who use the park regularly have not reported recent sightings in the cold weather, theorizing he may be unrecognizable because he is clothed. With dark hair, sweaty red skin and a lack of body hair, he wouldn’t be hard to spot, park user Sue Bowdoin said.

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Titan Basketball Hitting Their Stride I M O

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CSUF’s men’s team wins three straight after their win against UC Irvine BY SHAWN TRONDSEN

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By CAmeron pemstein/Daily Titan A CUT ABOVE – Cal State Fullerton’s Scott Cutley gets banged up by a pair of UC Davis defenders. Still, Cutley scored a career high 34 points against UC Davis on Thurday night, in a 84-77 win at the Titan Gym. lerton crowd one more exciting moment to cheer about with 1:45 left to play. Cutley collected a rebound and kicked the ball out to Burns who lit up the crowd with an uncontested dunk, sealing the game for the Ti-

tans. After a record setting night, Cutley had 18 points and nine rebounds, leading his team in both categories. “The key guy [for us] is Scott Cutley,” Burton said of his junior

forward. “Keeping him healthy and keeping him on the floor [is key]. He is a tremendous player that does SEE MEN’S HOOPS - PAGE B2

Past Titan Star Rouse Shines for Alumni Current Cleveland Indians farmhand hits a grand slam in 7-4 win

Former CSUF Baseball Head Coach’s Wife Trying to Establish Scholarship Jeannie Fulton hopes to raise $25,000 for a deserving Titan athlete

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Daily Titan Staff Writer sports@dailytitan.com

The annual Cal State Fullerton alumni baseball game was held at Goodwin Field with a team of alumni–comprised of former players and current major and minor league players, playing the current team. The alumni team took control in the first two innings and eventually held on to win 7-4 over the current Titans in a Saturday afternoon showdown. In the first inning former Titan and current minor league player for the Devil Rays, Sergio Pedroza, hit a two-run home run off pitcher Titan starter Jeff Kaplan. The second inning was also rough for Kaplan as Mike Rouse, a former Titan currently in the Cleveland Indians organization, hit a grand slam home run to increase the alumni lead to 7-0. “It’s a good feeling to hit a ball like that,” Rouse said of his grand slam. From that point on the relief pitchers, Michael Morrison, Dustin Birosak and Ryan Ackland took control for the current Titans, going a combined five innings allowing no runs and giving up just one hit. In the fifth inning the Titans broke through on a two-run double by Joel Weeks off Darric Merrell. With the alumni team up 7-2 in the bottom of the ninth inning, current Major League All-Star closer Chad Cordero came in to shut things down. After getting the first out Cordero gave up a walk and a hit, when

Where were you on Jan. 6 of Sad. Really sad. this year? Were you at work? You The team, our team, has the better have a good excuse for not potential to go down as one of being at Titan Gym that night if the best CSUF teams ever. Right you weren’t at work. up there with the 1984 team that The Titans men’s basketball beat No. 1-ranked UNLV at Titan team had its biggest win of the sea- Gym. son and only 820 people showed We need to support them before up. It was the first time in four this sad situation turns pathetic. seasons that the Titans had beaten Even though the attendance apPacific, and only the fourth time proached 2,000 over the weekend, in 16 games, and almost no one a lot of the boisterous and energy was there to celebrate. generating crowd was alumni that A win against Pacific is about as were here for a baseball function. rare as a good Kevin Costner mov- But if the students were lacking ie nowadays, and you missed it. in the stands, and they were, the So again, where were you on players and coaches didn’t notice. Jan. 6? In fact, they relished in the moNot at Titan Gym, obviously. ment. “Last (home) game (UC Riv“Oh my god. I loved it. I loved erside, Jan. 13) there was nobody it,” point guard Bobby Brown said there. It was really discouraging,” about attendance. “That’s what it’s CSUF Head Coach Bob Burton all about.” said on Jan. 18. “The real problem Burton agrees. is that we just don’t have any stu“I thought the whole environdents coming to the game.” ment was great,” Burton told a Sad. Rehandful of ally sad. reporters But as after the sad as that A win against Pacific is UCI game. is, here is about as rare as a good Kevin “It was one something of the best sadder: the Costner movie nowadays, since I’ve low turnout and you missed it. So again, been here. I at the Paci- where were you on Jan. 6? thought the fica game kids built was actually on (the – Jaime cardenas crowd).” the highest attended Forward In My Opinion game of the Scott Cutseason for ley thought the Titans it was “outuntil last s t a n d i n g” week. to see so many people at the gym. CSUF finally cracked the “School is back in town and 1,000-attendance-mark for the they showed up. Now I just hope first time this season on Saturday it keeps up,” he said. when they defeated the Anteaters I hope it keeps up too. 75-60 in front of 1,869. The Titans have won all 11 of The Titans rank next to last in their games at home this season the Big West in attendance (aver- despite your absence – and 16 aging 769); only last place River- consecutive dating to back to last side draws less of a crowd (526). year. The Titans are in first place of So they don’t need a crowd the Big West standings as you read to win, but wouldn’t it be fun if this. the Gym were full to capacity the They have an overall record of next time they played at home? 16-4 and a conference mark of Wouldn’t it be entertaining? 6-2 … and yet they can’t draw Jaime Cardenas’ columns appear more people than the 10-12, near every Thursday the bottom, UC Irvine Anteaters (2,146)? jcar@csu.fullerton.edu

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The Cal State Fullerton men’s basketball team continued to show their dominance at the Titan Gym Saturday, beating fellow Big West Conference foe UC Irvine 75-60 in front of an uncharacteristically loud 1,869 fans. Juniors Scott Cutley and Frank Robinson tallied 18 points each to help lead their team to a first place 6-2 conference record. Now 16-4, the Titans have matched their best 20-game start in school history. “I thought tonight was the best performance we’ve had all year,” CSUF Head Coach Bob Burton said. The Titans had seven steals and kept the UCI offense on their heels the entire night, forcing them to shoot a dismal 35.8 percent from the field. “I was really happy with the defense we played tonight … and we rebounded well too,” Burton said. The Titans only shot 47.7 percent, but made their possessions count by allowing a season low seven turnovers. Irvine turned the ball over 17 times. The Titans remained unbeaten at home at 11-0 this season, and ran their home-winning streak to 15 games. Irvine lead early out of the gate, but after a 7-0 run with all points scored by Cutley, Fullerton went ahead 25-20 and would not relinquish the lead for the rest of the night. Fullerton began to pull away with 15:54 left in the game on a 17-6 run sparked by treys from Robinson, two from Cutley, one by Marcus Crenshaw and another from Robinson to put the score at 62-48 with 12 minutes to go. As Irvine inched their way back into the game, Crenshaw sparked the offense again with a 3-pointer. He then made a steal and a no-look pass to the trailing Robinson for an explosive dunk. On the incoming play Robinson made a steal and broke free to repeat his demonstration on dunking. Senior Justin Burns gave the Ful-

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championships. Since Fulton left, the baseball program has won four national championships with the most recent being in 2004. “It’s amazing what it’s become,” Jeannie said of the current baseball BY NOLAN ANDRE Daily Titan Staff Writer program. “We used to have to sit in sports@dailytitan.com these crummy bleachers and you’d get splinters.” Jeannie Fulton, the widow of The Fultons were regulars in the former Cal State Fullerton baseball crowd of blue and orange until his coach Bill Fulton, is setting up a death in 1994 of multiple sclerosis scholarship for student-athletes and at the age of 58. is attempting to raise $25,000 for Jeannie is still a frequent attendee the scholarship. to the games and Bill Fulton was present at laid the ground- It’s amazing what it’s the annual alumwork for what is ni baseball game now one of the become. We used to have on Saturday afmost dominat- to sit in these crummy ternoon. ing baseball pro- bleachers and you’d get A letter about grams in college the scholarship’s splinters. sports. intent is beFulton be– Jeannie Fulton ing distributed came the first Widow of Bill Fulton through mailing fulltime head lists to baseball baseball coach at players and to CSUF in 1965 their family and and was also friends. a professor in the kinesiology and According to the letter, “Our health promotion department. game plan is to establish the scholarJeannie fondly remembers how ship which would be presented to a her husband used his own truck to deserving student athlete in the Colprepare the baseball field and all the lege of Health and Human Developbase lines. ment.” “He had to do everything,” Jean“Any small amount would help nie Fulton said. “Because there was get the $25,000 started,” said Jeanno money.” nie. Fulton was there when the Titans For those interested in donating assumed intercollegiate status in to the scholarship, please contact 1965. Pamela A. Jones-Tintle, the DirecFulton was replaced in 1972 by tor of Development of Athletics, Augie Garrido who led the Titan at (714) 278-4407 or e-mail her at baseball program to three national PJones@Fullerton.edu.

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By Karl Thunman/Daily Titan Photo Editor SLIDING IN – Infielder Joe Scott slides into second base as former Titan player Mike Rouse takes the throw. former Titan and apparent pitching coach for the Alumni, Matt Sorenson, came out to the mound to settle him down, asking if he was tired or needed a soda. Dennis Gerbasi later came up and hit a two-run triple off Cordero, to bring the current Titan team within three, but that’s where the scoring stopped, with the Alumni winning the game 7-4. Gerbasi, a freshman outfielder said had some jitters about batting against Cordero. “I was a little nervous, but I calmed myself down,” Gerbasi said. “Once I hit it, it all went by.”

The game was not all about the game for those who participated. It was about seeing former teammates, and playing with friends who hadn’t been seen in a while. One of the alumni who came back to play was Oakland Athletics minor leaguer Kurt Suzuki who said, ”It was an awesome feeling, coming back and playing in front of the fans.” Cordero felt the same way about coming back to play saying, “It’s fun being able to come back. Playing in Fullerton is awesome and is always a good feeling.” Former second baseman for the

Titans and current minor leaguer for the Cincinnati Reds Justin Turner also felt the same way as Cordero and Suzuki, but he felt weird sitting in the other dugout. “It’s one of the special games of the year,” CSUF Head Coach George Horton said. “This year there was as good a turnout as we’ve ever had. I sometimes catch myself saying wow, with the players out there.” Asked if his 2007 team was nervous, Horton replied, “I hope they were nervous.” SEE ALUMNI GAME - PAGE B2

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all the things that win for you.” Senior Bobby Brown played 31 minutes, but only hit 3-11 from the field, and 0-4 from 3-point range. His teammates were able to pick up where he left off Saturday night. “Last year, if [Bobby] and Jamaal Brown didn’t play very good, we had trouble winning,” Burton said. “Hopefully that means were a little better now.” With members from Saturday’s baseball alumni game in attendance and the presentation for the Titan dance team’s national championship trophy, the crowd was larger and louder than Burton thought it would be. “The whole environment was great tonight,” Burton said. “It was one of the best in the four years since I’ve been here … I think when the crowd got going it really helped us.” The Titans now begin a threegame road trip against UC Riverside, Pacific and Cal State Northridge. They return to Fullerton on Feb. 14 to host rival Long Beach State. If the crowd is anything like Saturday’s audience, Valentine’s Day should be an exciting affair for the men’s basketball team.

Some of the other players for the Alumni squad included Major Leaguers Wes Littleton, who pitched one inning of relief without giving up a hit, and Shane Costa, who went 2-for-2 with a couple of singles. Some of the players from recent Titan teams who came back included San Francisco Giant first baseman Brett Pill who went hitless in three at bats. Neil Walton of the Devil Rays organization went hitless in two at bats. Shortstop Blake Davis of the Baltimore Orioles went hitless in one at bat. Danny Dorn of the Cincinnati Reds went hitless in three at bats too. Ricky Romero, a former Titan ace and a pitching prospect in the Toronto Blue Jays system, played but didn’t pitch. Instead he played left field for the alumni. The 2007 Titans will play Stanford in the opener this weekend at Goodwin Field. They are picked to be the favorites to win the Big West and are led on the mound by junior righthander Wes Roemer. Roemer, a Roger Clemens Award watch list looks to get the start Friday night at 7 p.m.

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By karl thunman/Daily Titan Photo Editor FOLLOWING THROUGH – Titan pitcher Jeff Kaplan gets some game action during the baseball alumni game.

Buzz Among Fans Hits the Air as Super Bowl Draws Close BY ANDREW SNYDER

Daily Titan Staff Writer sports@dailytitan.com

For all football fans, there is one day that sits above the rest. After 19 weeks of NFL football, which include the wildcard, divisional and conference championship games, everything rests on one final day and one final game, the Super Bowl on Feb. 4 in Miami. Super Bowl Sunday is also known as Super Sunday and is the one day of the season where all football fans come together and watch one game. Whether your team is in the game or not, as a true fan, you side with one team or the other. In this year’s finale, the Chicago

Bears are playing the Indianapolis Colts for the right to be called world champions. Every year, the game gets extraordinary hype and the anticipation builds all the way up until the “StarSpangled Banner” is sung and the players are announced. After the kickoff, fans and pundits alike settle in and hope for a great game. As Super Bowl Sunday approaches, questions and debates surround the world of sports. Who is going to win the game and maybe more importantly, where are people going to watch it? Some of us have house parties in which friends and family are invited. Others go to bars like Brian’s or the Off Campus Pub where they join friends who they’ve watched the big game with year after year. But how do we decide where we go and what we do? Maybe we wait until we get invited somewhere or

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maybe we just call our friends and get a group consensus on where we want to meet. Actually, anywhere you go can be fun. The owner of both Brian’s Bar

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Fans weigh in on the hype of the biggest game on the NFL’s schedule

and Off Campus Pub, Brian Fairley, is only concerned with the game. He feels that the day is always fun but the type of game that it ends up being will ultimately determine the

day. “If it’s a great game, then it’s a great day,” Fairley said. “A good game makes all the difference and there is nothing like a Super Bowl that comes down to the end.” So as preparations take shape to make Super Bowl XLI the best yet and fans decide on a place to watch the game, the next step is debating which team will win. The Colts have not been to a Super Bowl since winning it in 1970. As for the Bears, the last time they were in the Super Bowl was in 1985 where they beat the New England Patriots. So do most fans root for superstar quarterback Peyton Manning who has been labeled as a player who can’t win “the big one” by most of the media? Or do you go for the Bears, just because they are the Bears. Emerald Jones, who is a freshman at Cal State Fullerton, said she will

be watching the game at her boyfriend’s house. Although she openly admits that she is more into college football, she says that she is all about the Colts. “I just think the Colts have a better team,” Jones said. Fairley shares Jones’ opinion on who he will be rooting for in the big game, but there is disagreement as to who will actually come out on top. Bears fans are proudly representing their team and have full confidence that they will be champions at the conclusion of Sunday’s game. John Skehan, a manager at Off Campus Pub, is adamant about the Bears winning the Super Bowl. He feels that Indianapolis can’t stop the run and that the Bears defense will dominate Manning and the Colt’s offense. “[The] Bears are going to win,” SEE SUPER BOWL - PAGE B5

Cal State Fullerton junior Dayana Frias scored a career-high 18 points while leading two other Titans in double figures as they defeated host UC Davis, 60-51, on Saturday night in a non-conference women’s basketball contest in Davis, Calif. Fullerton improved to 10-11 overall on the season as the Titans, who won 11 games in all of last season, won their third consecutive game. The Aggies fell to 9-12 overall on the year. The winning streak is the longest for Cal State Fullerton since it won three straight at the start of February in 2006. Frias was 6-of-15 from the floor for the game, including five threepointers, in 32 minutes. Her previous career high was 16 points set at Colorado last season. She was joined in double figures by sophomore Toni Thomas, who added 15 points and eight rebounds for her 10th consecutive double-digit scoring performance. Senior Charlee Underwood tallied her second-straight double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds and extended her own scoring streak to eight consecutive games. Fullerton shot 41 percent from the floor for the game while holding UC Davis to just 34 percent for the contest - including just 25 percent in the first half en route to a 28-18 halftime lead. The Titans trailed by three in the early parts of the period before exploding for a 16-3 run featuring a barrage of four three-pointers to build a 10-point advantage. CSUF returns to the floor this Saturday (Feb. 3) at 2 p.m. as the Titans host UC Riverside at Titan Gym.

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January 29-Feburary 4, 2007

Titan Softball Looks to Move Past Disappointment Winning the Big West will not be good enough for a talented Titan squad BY STEVEN WALTERS

Daily Titan Staff Writer sports@dailytitan.com

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As most people will be able recently played Majors). to talk about the Chicago Bears’ Over his career, Federer has the stunning defense, or the abil- distinction as finishing the tennis ity of Peyton Manning to finally season as the No.1 player in the lead the Indianapolis Colts to the world for the past three years. In Super Bowl – the most dominant late February, Federer will pass anathlete in sports today may be other U.S tennis star, Jimmy Contennis’ Roger Federer. nors, for most consecutive weeks Of course, one might ask, atop the rankings (the record is “What’s the big deal about Roger 160 weeks). Fe d e r e r ? ” Fe d e r e r, Or one who hails could ask, from Switzer“How is So as you wait for the two land, is the what Fe- best teams in the NFL go saving grace to derer doa men’s game ing more at it in the big game, try that was previimportant and watch Federer someously lacking than any- time. You’ll be watching e xc i t e m e n t . thing that With much goes on the history in the making. of the attenNFL?” tion paid to – Alvin Anol the women’s I’m glad you asked. The A-List tennis game Begin– mostly bening with cause of the his 2003 Wi l l i a m s e s , victory at the SharapoWimblevas, and the don, Federer has amassed 10 Ma- Kournikovas – Federer’s historic jor title victories (that’s four Wim- run will continually draw attenbledons, three U.S. Opens, and tion to a seemingly lackluster three Australian Opens, just to be sport. specific). He recently beat Chile’s But it’s not as if Federer is short Fernando Gonzalez at the Austra- on competitive opponents. Federlian Open and looks to capture all er is continually playing the best four grand slam titles this year. in the world – and beating them. Federer stands only five behind So good in fact that outside the great American tennis player of the No.2 player in the world, Pete Sampras, who had 14 victo- Rafael Nadal, no one beat Federer ries, in terms of total wins in ma- more than once in all of 2006. jor tournaments. So as you wait for the two best Of the 12 Major tournaments teams in the NFL to go at it in that were played over the years of the big game, try and get to watch 2004-2006, Federer has won eight Federer sometime. of them. You’ll be watching history in His win at the Aussie Open the making. marks the second time in his career that he has won three straight Alvin Anol’s columns appear every major championships (he’s the Wednesday. reigning 2006 Wimbledon and sports@dailytitan.com U.S. Open champion, the most

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The Cal State Fullerton softball team hasn’t forgotten how their season ended last year, with a disappointing loss in the NCAA regional tournament. A premature end to an otherwise successful season has fueled the Titans during the off-season, as they will look to repeat as Big West champions and continue their success through the NCAA tournament. According to a vote by the league’s coaches, Fullerton is expected to again come out on top in the Big West. The Titans received six out of seven first place votes. Fullerton Head Coach Michelle Gromacki doesn’t believe that being picked to repeat will add any pressure. “That is something that we expect to do, and because of that it is recognized by our conference,” Gromacki said. While the Titans are pleased to be chosen to win the Big West, their eyes are set on a bigger prize. “This team knows that we have the capability to go farther than we have before,” Gromacki said. “The College World Series is what we’re after.” The Titans finished with an overall record of 37-24. It was their strong play in the Big West that opened many eyes, as they went on to a 14-4 in league play. The Titan’s will look to Big West co-player of the year and senior Ashley Van Boxmeer and senior righthander Candice Baker to help lead the way. “Candice [Baker] and Ashley Van Boxmeer are two great athletes,” Gromacki said. “Those two will absolutely make a big impact this season.” Baker led the Titans with a 22-10 overall record with a 2.16 ERA and a league leading 259 strikeouts. Baker has also been selected to Amateur Softball Association’s “Watch List” for the USA Softball National Col-

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By rebecca Hartness/Daily Titan PERFECT MOTION – Titan pitcher and utility player Candice Baker looks to perfect her pitching skills for 2007. legiate Player of the Year Award. Van Boxmeer led the league with 45 runs scored and tied for the league lead with 13 home runs. While Baker and Van Boxmeer will be a huge part to the success of

the Titans, Gromacki sees some others with talent and great leadership that will help them in their pursuit of a National Championship. One of those is Katie Gollhardt, who had a break-out season last year,

hitting .318 with 10 home runs and a league leading 45 RBIs. Gollhardt, who also lead the team in fielding

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Super Bowl Matchups Given a Closer Look

Enjoying the moment

Chicago has its defense while Indianapolis has a an explosive offense Associated Press

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TITAN FLASHBACKS - former players from Titan teams over the last several years have a good time during the alumni game on Saturday afternoon. The alumni defeated the current day Titans 7-4 in a game that featured the likes of Chad Cordero, Mike Rouse, Wes Littleton, Shane Costa, Justin Turner and other former players. Rouse, an infielder in the Cleveland Indians’ organization was the star of the game when he blasted a grand slam against current Titan pitcher Jeff Kaplan. A three–inning game featuring older, former Titan players was also held as part of alumni weekend festivities. The 2007 Titans will look to remain one of the better teams in the Big West and will look to find some diamonds in a rough, in a season where they have 21 new players on the roster. Third baseman Evan McArthur looks to anchor the Titans infield with a proficient glove and timely hits. The Titans begin their season this Friday at Goodwin Field, against Stanford.

Teams Validate Their Seasons With Super Bowl Trip Associated Press The defense, the running game, the sleet and snow at Soldier Field. It was the perfect scenario for the storied Chicago Bears to secure a longawaited return to the Super Bowl. This picture has an historic element, too: Da Coach this time is Lovie Smith. His opponent is his mentor, the Indianapolis Colts’ Tony Dungy. They are the first black head coaches to reach the big game in its 41 years.

“Being the first black coach to lead this team, of course our players knew about it and they wanted to help us make history,” Smith said after a 39-14 rout of the New Orleans Saints for the NFC championship Sunday. “So I feel blessed to be in that position. “I’ll feel even better to be the first black coach to hold up the world championship trophy.” To do that, the Bears will have to beat the Colts in two weeks in Miami. Indianapolis rallied to defeat New England 38-34 for the AFC crown. “It means a lot,” Dungy said of his part in creating history. “I’m very proud to represent African-American coaches, but more than that it’s

about the Indianapolis Colts.” Smith’s team erased so many ques-

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We’re excited to have the opportunity to kind of put the (‘85) guys in the background for a little while.

– Brian Urlacher Chicago Bears Linebacker

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Smith and Dungy set the tone for getting their squads to the big game

tions about its true strength. That

might seem odd for a team that is 15-3, but Chicago’s inconsistencies meant no comparisons were made to the 1985 squad that shuffled through the NFL for the Bears’ only Super Bowl crown. That doesn’t mean the Ditka-McMahon-Payton-Fridge wild bunch isn’t on the minds of these Bears. “For our franchise, this is big,” All-Pro middle linebacker Brian Urlacher said. “They are a big part of this city, and what they did in ‘85 is huge. We have an opportunity to do that right now. We’re excited to have the opportunity to kind of put the (‘85) guys in the background for a little while.” The only way to really do that would be by beating Peyton Man-

ning and the Colts, who oddsmakers have made a 7-point favorite. If the Bears can force turnovers, they had four against the Saints, get sacks (three) and stop the running game (56 yards) the way they did Sunday, their 10th NFL title could come with it. For now, they can celebrate owning the George Halas trophy that goes to NFC champion, an award named after their founder. It was presented to Halas’ daughter, Virginia McCaskey, after the game as the Soldier Field fans chanted “Super Bowl, Super Bowl.” “You could see it in her face how SEE BEARS - PAGE B5

COLTS ON OFFENSE: Everything starts and revolves around Peyton Manning (18), the best quarterback of his generation. Surprisingly, Manning has not been outstanding in Indianapolis’ run to the AFC championship. But the Bears will count on facing the guy who has torn up the league for most of his career, the one who guided an 80-yard drive to the deciding touchdown in the AFC title game. Manning has so many weapons that the Bears might need to scrap some of their cover- 2 pass defenses and gamble on man coverage. WRs Marvin Harrison (88) and Reggie Wayne (87) are the most formidable targets, but TE Dallas Clark has been sensational in the playoffs with a team-high 17 catches for 281 yards (16.5 average, superb for a tight end). RBs Joseph Addai (29) and Dominic Rhodes (33) also are good receivers, and the Colts’ running game can serve as a nice complement to Manning’s passing. Of course, the Bears shut down the NFC’s best offense when they beat the Saints for the NFC title. Even without injured tackle Tommie Harris, they shut down runs through the middle as All-Pro LB Brian Urlacher (54) and all of the linemen had strong games. Indy must get a surge from center Jeff Saturday (63) and guards Ryan Lilja (65) and Jake Scott (73) to offer some balance on the ground. It’s unlikely Addai and Rhodes will have a great impact running the outside against active ends Adewale Ogunleye (93) and Alex Brown (96), Urlacher and OLB Lance Briggs (55). Look for Manning to test CBs Charles Tillman (33), Ricky Manning Jr. (24) and Nathan Vasher (31) early, hoping to spring Harrison, who has not been a big factor in the playoffs, or Wayne. He’ll also turn to Clark against safeties Chris Harris (46) and Danieal Manning (38). If Indy can protect Manning, particularly when rookie sackmaster Mark Anderson (97) is in the game, some deep throws could be open. And the way Reggie Bush abused several DBs on his 88-yard catch and run score in the NFC championship match, don’t be surprised if the Colts try to spring Addai out of the backfield. BEARS ON OFFENSE Coach Lovie Smith was asked how important a ball control offense would be against the Colts. He didn’t think it was such a big deal, despite the prolific Manning. Why? Because Smith is confident the Bears will be potent with the ball. Could be if they are able to run SEE PROSPECTUS - PAGE B5

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SOFTBALL: UNFULFILLED GOALS (From Page B3)

hopes to have same success this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel that I have the experience to know what needs to be done and I have worked hard to achieve my goal of being a better player than I was last year,â&#x20AC;? Gollhardt said. The Titans look to continue their success in the Big West and qualify for the postseason for the 25th time in 28 seasons. Standing in the way of the Titans is Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Long Beach State, who finished second and third respectively in the coaches poll.

SUPER BOWL: FANS REACT (From Page B2)

Skehan said. With Super Bowl Sunday arriving, debate about whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to win continue. Pundits on TV and the Internet continue to throw out statistics to better our own opinions or damage those of others. Radio talk show hosts are ripe with fans who want to get their opinions in before game time starts.

The 49â&#x20AC;&#x2122;ers finished one game behind the Titans last season in the race for the Big West crown and CSUF junior utility player Crystal Vieyra expects the rivalry between the two squads to be as intense as ever. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cal Poly has a good returning squad and Long Beach (State) is our natural rival and anything can happen when you are excited to play your rival,â&#x20AC;? Vieyra said. The Titans will begin their season on the road as they travel to Phoenix Arizona to play in the Kajikawa Classic on Feb. 9. The Titanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first home game will be played on Feb. 21 at Anderson Field against No. 2 ranked Tennessee. When it is all said and done, when those 60 minutes of Super Bowl XLI have ticked off of the clock, fans will mostly have hoped that the game, at the very least - was a competitive one between the NFLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best teams in the Colts and the Bears. Bob Meeks, a fan visiting the Off Campus Pub, feels that it is a pretty even match-up and likes the fact that there are two underdogs fighting it out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a damn good Super Bowlâ&#x20AC;? Meeks said.

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Peyton Manning has proven himself a regular season stud, but falls short come January. In the biggest game of his pro career, will Manning emerge as the second coming of John Elway or Dan Marino? Here are the proposition bets on how No. 18 will fare in the Superbowl.

Peyton Manning in Superbowl XLI What Will He Throw First Touchdown Pass -170 Interception +135

What will he Throw First Completion -190 Incompletion or INT +150

Total Passing Yards Over 272.5 (-125) Under 272.5 (-105)

Total Touchdown Passes Thrown Over 1.5 (-195) Under 1.5 (+155)

Total Completions Over 22.5 (-125) Under 22.5 (-105)

Will He Throw an Interception Yes -180 No +140

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PROSPECTUS: BEST OF THE BEST (From Page B4)

on the Colts. Thomas Jones (20) and Cedric Benson (32) are a solid but unspectacular duo, and Jones comes off a superb effort against New Orleans. He already has four TDs rushing to go with 189 yards in two playoff games, and Smith makes sure neither back is overworked. Both are good inside runners and Jones showed his versatility and moves with some excellent runs against the Saints that he broke outside. Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offensive line is anchored by All-Pro center Olin Kreutz (57), veteran tackles John Tait (76) and Fred Miller (69) and guards Ruben Brown (74) and Roberto Garza (63). Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the best units in the NFL. It needs to perform at a high level because Rex Grossman (8) has been such an uncertainty at quarterback. Grossman wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever be compared with Manning, but the guy does win, and he made no mistakes in the NFC title contest. Indeed, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s made more big plays in the postseason than bonehead ones, and if he isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t severely pressured, expect Grossman to make good decisions.

BEARS: ONE MORE GAME (From Page B4)

excited she was,â&#x20AC;? said Smith, hired three years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was a dream for her for a long time.â&#x20AC;? The Saints (11-7) didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have nearly such a happy ending to their feel-good saga. They fell behind 16-0, got within 16-14, then made far too many errors in the first title game of their 40-year existence. But the turnaround they achieved after a nomadic 3-13 season in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s destruction was remarkable. As their city rebuilds, the team has provided an uplifting respite in the story. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Obviously, this has been a special season just to reach this point,â&#x20AC;? said running back Deuce McAllister, a Gulf Coast region native. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now, it stings. It hurts because you lost a game. I guess after a couple of weeks, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll go back and look at it and see the enthusaism that our fans showed.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;You know, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a young team, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to continue to grow.â&#x20AC;? Meanwhile, the Bears hope to grow into something resembling their forerunner of two decades ago.

Just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect him to try to outduel Manning. The Bears would like to get WRs Muhsin Muhammad (87) and Bernard Berrian (80) matched one-onone with Colts CBs Jason David (42) and Nick Harper (25). Muhammad goes 6-foot-2 and Berrian is 6-1, while Harper is 5-10 and David 5-8. The size edge could become significant, but the Colts have the improving Marlin Jackson (28), a 6-footer and a ballhawk, to offset any Chicago advantage. And size hardly matters when it comes to safety Bob Sanders (21), the 5-8, 206-pound dynamo whose return to the lineup has sparked a reversal in fortune for the defense. With Sanders, the Colts will play eight men up and dare the Bears to throw on early downs, particularly first down. The Colts have seven postseason sacks, and Dwight Freeney (93) is, by far, their most dangerous pass rusher. FB Jason McKie (37) could get a heavy dose of Freeney in pass protection and also must watch for blitzes from the secondary. SPECIAL TEAMS This could be a decisive area because the Colts are vulnerable and the Bears have record-setting rookie

returner Devin Hester (23). Hester ran back six kicks for touchdowns during the season, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also had the drops. So he could be a factor in a positive or negative manner for Chicago. The Bears also have excelled on coverages, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look for Terrence Wilkins (10) to break a long one. Of course, no team is struggling with its kick teams when it has Adam Vinatieri (4) handling placements. Vinatieri is merely the best pressure kicker in the game, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already won two of these things with last-minute field goals. Not that his Bears counterpart, Robbie Gould, is a slouch. Gould, an All-Pro, made 32 of 36 field goals, and in the postseason he beat the Seahawks with a 49-yarder in overtime. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get much more clutch than that. COACHING The most discussed angle of this Super Bowl is the first black head coaches in the gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Lovie Smith and Tony Dungy also happen to be among the most liked and most genial coaches in pro football or any sport. Smith, the 2005 Coach of the Year, is a protege of Dungy, who gave him his first NFL job at Tampa Bay.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s built a stout if not monstrous defense, and he isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as conservative offensively as some defense-oriented coaches. Now heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actually gotten to the big game with the most balanced team heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had in Indy. Neither of these close friends is likely to make an egregious error to cost his team the title. INTANGIBLES With Manning and Dungy getting over the championship game hump, could they and their team feel satisfied? Not likely, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happened before. The Colts certainly donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lack leadership, led by the coach, the quarterback, the kicker and the pass rusher. They also come from the more difficult conference and beat two formidable foes in Baltimore and New England to get to Miami. Not that Chicago comes up short in leadership with Urlacher, Muhammad, Kreutz and Ogunleye. The Bears also are playing up the no-respect angle, even if that is a stretch. Both teams have missed key starters for weeks or more, with Harris and safety Mike Brown of the Bears the most damaging absences.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am really into the great tradition we have with the Chicago Bears,â&#x20AC;? Smith said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am just trying to get our football team up to that same standard Mike had his team at, especially that 1985 team.â&#x20AC;? For all the worries about how genuine the Bearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; outstanding season was, their performance Sunday should place a stamp of approval on their legitimacy. Thank running back Thomas Jones (123 yards rushing, two touchdowns), All-Pro kicker Robbie Gould (three field goals), and a defense that, while not dominant, made enough decisive plays. Most notably the three fumble recoveries, one interception and a safety by a team that led the NFL with 44 takeaways. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We told ourselves to just keep playing hard every time we went out there, and we did it,â&#x20AC;? Urlacher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got 11 guys to the football. We got takeaways just like we did all year long, and came out on top.â&#x20AC;? For a while in the third quarter, though, they seemed to be in trouble. Reggie Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrifying 88-yard touchdown catch and dash to the end zone pulled the Saints to 16-14.

But from then on, Urlacher and the Bearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defense took over. Drew Brees, the NFCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top passer, made a huge mistake in his end zone, being called for grounding and a safety. New Orleans never threatened after that and Bernard Berrianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diving 33-yard TD catch clinched it. Cedric Benson on a 12-yard run and Jones with a 15-yarder ended the scoring. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the blueprint of the Chicago Bears,â&#x20AC;? said Grossman, who was 11-for-26 for 144 yards, but made no mistakes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great defense, run the ball well, and then today we made a few plays in the passing game that set us apart at the end. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But this was typical, traditional Chicago Bears football.â&#x20AC;? Not entirely, but certainly when it had to be. Down 16-0 and throttled for 28 minutes, the Saints awakened late in the first half on a 29-yard third-down completion to Marques Colston, who previously had several drops and several more slips. Brees threw a pair of sideline darts and Colston beat Charles Tillman for a 13-yard TD that temporarily changed the

flow with 46 seconds remaining in the half. It took New Orleans only 2:40 into the third quarter to make it 16-14 on Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spectacular 88-yard touchdown that ended with a couple of bush moves. The rookie beat Chris Harris off the line, ignored the sleet and extended for Breesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; looping pass. Then he sped down the left sideline and, at midfield, used one of those Heisman jukes past Danieal Manning. As Bush neared the end zone, he turned and pointed tauntingly at the hopelessly trailing Urlacher before somersaulting into the end zone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got caught up in the emotion of the game. I was excited. It was a big play,â&#x20AC;? Bush said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I apologized to (coach Sean Payton) about that. Obviously, I know I made a mistake, but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not going to kill myself over it. You move on.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Bears who move on, presumably without all those doubters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We won 14 games and we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t convince you,â&#x20AC;? Smith told the media. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once you win it all, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get any respect until you do that. We get our respect once weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to hold up that ultimate trophy.â&#x20AC;?

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INTROSPECT By Lauren McKinney

Daily Titan Staff Writer

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While many professors find students with poor time-management skills troublesome, students try to avoid instructors with a monotone voice and a stereotypical teaching style. “Students need to reduce their work and/or class hours and participate in fewer activities,” said Gerry Grant, an accounting professor. “Students need more time to devote to their education to make the full benefit of the education available to them.” Music major Roxanne Cardona said the professors that capture and keep her attention are the ones that are “really animated.” Along with time management skills, secondary education Professor Debra Ambrosetti said she would suggest students become familiar and comfortable with technology. “A lot of students have problems with technology, but it is so important. Not only in school but in the work world as well,” she said. Dan Decidue, a marketing major, echoed these sentiments about his professors. “I hate it how some teachers don’t use blackboard and e-mail,” said Decidue. “A lot of them are just technologically challenged. It bugs me.” Another suggestion to students on how to make the most of their education is to take advantage of office hours. “Use faculty office time. Don’t use just to use it, but use it productively,” said Ashley Bishop, the

chair of the reading department. “Also, never, ever call a teacher after being absent and ask if you missed anything important.” Many professors stress common problems with students that include overworking themselves and not devoting enough time to school work. Business Professor Mark Runco said students are becoming increasingly unprepared. “Students are unprepared to take notes for themselves. Many simply want me to download my notes so they can merely print them out,” he said. “I suppose they do not realize that taking notes can help them learn if they think about what they are writing rather than merely copying.” Jeff Graner, a sports information major, is annoyed when a professor doesn’t read his work. “I hate it when I write a paper, turn it in, and the teacher doesn’t even read it,” he said. “The grad assistant reads it. The teacher should read it, not the assistant.” Despite the suggestions and pet peeves, many students and professors said most classes are straighforward. Occasionally, however, there is an oddball experience. “I remember when I was a freshman, I had a professor who handed out a 25-page syllabus,” said Marisa Campos, a public administration major. “Half of the class got up and walked out as soon as they saw the table of contents. It was so funny. I’ll never forget my first day of college.” With college being such a laidback environment, it is easy for teachers and students to loosen up, said Pani Duprey, a psychology

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PAGE 12: MORE ODD STORIES STRAIGHT FROM CSUF STUDENTS AND PROFESSORS major. She recalled a time when her professor got caught up in his lecture. “I was in a theories of personality class when my teacher accidentally wrote in permanent marker all over the wipe-off board. When he realized what he did, he said that he had made a Freudian mistake. It was pretty funny,” she said. The best excuse kinesiology Professor Patricia Laguna ever heard involved a signed afidavit. “A student went to grab a bite to eat and decided to work on his assignment while waiting for his food,” said Laguna. “He was almost done with the assignment and his food was delivered to him and set on top of the assignment. When the student finished his meal he left, leaving his assignment there. When he realized what he had done, he rushed back but the table was already cleared off. He brought back a signed affidavit by the clerk and the waitress saying they saw him working on his assignment. That was the best excuse I ever got.” Part-time faculty member Bill White recalled a time when he was talking to a class about plagiarism when a student raised her hand and asked, “Is it still plagiarism if you don’t get caught?” White answered, “If you murder someone and don’t get caught, are you still a murderer?” — Julianna Crisalli contributed to this article

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“I had one student who didn’t quite pass my class. I got an e-mail from him that said, ‘in light of the holiday spirit, would you be willing to pass me in your class?’ I didn’t reply to that message. Now he is trying to take the class again.”

mendously competitive.”

– James Friel Mathematics Professor

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each other’s hair in class. That was kind of odd and particularly annoying.” – Teresa Crawford

Elementary and Bilingual student answered their Education Professor cell phone in class and had the good sense to realize they couldn’t continue a conversa– Scott Annin tion during class so they left “I had one student who Mathematics Professor the classroom – talking all the wore a long black bathrobe way. What can you do but to class everyday. He was cute about it. I never asked him “I was giving a lecture once laugh?” – James Friel why. He knew he was wearon job opportunities and a Mathematics Professor ing it, I knew he was wearing student once asked me about it, so why discuss it? He wore jobs that pay well, but didn’t require much work. She asked “I have only had this hap- clothes underneath, it is not if I had any suggestions. I told pen once and it was tremen- like he was naked.” – Debra Ambrosetti her I didn’t know of any job dously annoying. It reminded Secondary Education like that but if any did exist me of the fifth grade. Girls Professor I’m sure they would be tre- were braiding and brushing

“On Monday I had a mu-

yelled at the top of his lungs. sic teacher who gave us all a This helped me learn by examhandful of M&M’s. We were ple. Not every teacher would supposed to arrange the differ- lose a bit of dignity to help out ent colors in the order that we their students.” wanted. The teacher compared – Janelle Goehle it to how music can all start off Music Major on a different note. They are all the same kind of notes, but “I had a Spanish teacher the outcome is different. Half the class ate the M&M’s be- and no one could learn from fore the teacher told us what her. She made us do these little puppet plays where we to do.” – Janelle Goehle read in Spanish, but she nevMusic Major er explained what the stories meant. She taught us how to “I also had a teacher who say but not what it meant.” yelled into a piano and it – Jeremy Woodson Teaching Major echoed. He was showing us music by vibrations so he

“I have had some teachers who use profanity to shock people. People don’t expect it from them. When they use it for humor purposes it is absolutely fine.” – Takshay Patel Criminal Justice Major

“I had a teacher who talked about his stripper girlfriends. I hate it when they talk about their personal lives. It’s like, just let us out of class early if all you’re going to talk about is your girlfriends.” – Jeff Graner Sports Information Major

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Matt Damon! Well, the stars were out full force Saturday, cheered on by throngs of their adoring masses, giving speeches and mugging for the camera. Not an awards ceremony, mind you, but an anti-war protest through the streets of Washington. In addition to the usual gang of soap boxers such as Tim Robbins, Susan Sarandon and Sean Penn, the crowd got an extra dose of political preaching from two timehonored celebrity know it alls: Jesse Jackson and Jane Fonda. Now before you misunderstand us, let’s set things straight. We’re not necessarily for the war or the cowboy leading the charge. Nor are we against such constitutionally honored rights such as freedom of speech or public assembly. What annoys us is the foul stench of opportunistic hubris emanating from the pulpits the fading stars preached from. Let’s face it -- while talented on screen, none of the the aforementioned actors have had a commercial hit in years, but keep in the spotlight with

their endless pontificating on Iraq, Katrina, globalization or anything else that pops up over the fold. It’s become rather obnoxious. Fonda? In light of her past indiscretions, let’s just say it’s not a shocker to see her involved in something like this and hold a good thought she doesn’t pose with any Iraqi battalions or call out any POWs this time around. And then there’s Jesse. Seriously, can this guy resist any chance to get in front of a camera? Whether he’s protecting the sanctity of Terry Schiavo’s life, offering to pay for the Duke stripper’s education or accepting apologies from Michael Richards on behalf of all black people, Jesse is always on the front line. I guess it’s a good thing for the boys in Iraq that the Reverend was able to make time for this publicity stunt, err, opportunity. Keep marching, Tim, Susan, Sean, Jesse and Jane. With the sands of Bush’s presidential hourglass halfway up, it’s only a matter of time before you find the limelight fleeting, once again.

January 29 - February 4, 2007

WEIGHING IN ON THE FASHION INDUSTRY

Too Thin Models Are Out Don’t Complain: Ads Give This Year, But Not Enough Americans What They Want The fashion industry is responsibile for promoting unhealthy images. by Carol Rojas Daily Titan Staff Writer opinion@dailytitan.com

New York Fashion Week is just around the corner, and the buzz in the fashion world is not about the must-have handbag or haute-couture. This fashion season is all about the models. The skinny on what’s hot right now? Rail thin bodies are out. While the new fashion trend isn’t the dramatic change some of us would hope for, it is a small step for the fashion industry and a giant leap for womankind. The death of model Luisel Ramos last August, who died moments after stepping off the runway of anorexia induced heart failure, has created a wave of action among the usually blasé fashion community. Suddenly, the fashion world is revolutionizing itself by mandating a healthier body standard for models. In Madrid, models are banned from the runways if they don’t meet a minimum body mass index requirement. In Milan, they are required to show a license issued by city, science and fashion officials as proof of good health. So what are we doing to promote healthy body standards? In the case against eating disorders, the United States is quite frankly, not measuring up. Earlier this month, the Council of Fashion Designers of

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America released a list of recommendations in response to the eating disorder pandemic. The list, however, resembles a Glamour Magazine do’s and don’ts article. The good news; the list includes requiring models to receive professional help if they have an eating disorder and will only allow models to continue their career with professional approval of their health. The bad news; the list is only a “recommendation” and won’t be strictly enforced. Apparently, the CFDA feels that while eating disorders are a topic of concern, they’re not important enough to jeopardize working relations over. It’s a pretty sobering thought when you think about the millions of girls that suffer from body image issues triggered by looking at emaciated models in fashion magazines. Some in the fashion industry seem to be lacking consciousness on body issues altogether. On the subject of anorexia, Victoria’s Secret model Gisele Bundchen recently said that, “parents are responsible, not fashion.” But the many studies the National Eating Disoder Association has conducted have shown that eating disorders are complex and can arise from many social factors including environmental factors, like the media. These images play a large role in triggering eating disorders among young girls. My suggestion; the American Fashion Industry needs to start taking responsibility.

Our society is responsible for perpetuating unrealistic expectationas. By Jenn Brown Daily Titan Staff Writer opinion@dailytitan.com It’s a simple law of supply and demand: The public wants to see beautiful, thin women, and the fashion industry supplies them. As sad as it sounds, the basic premise of advertising is to play on insecurity. When a woman or man looks in a magazine and sees an advertisement for a product that features a beautiful model, he or she will think, “Maybe if I buy that product I can be like that,” or in the male’s case, “Maybe if I buy that product I can sleep with someone like that.” Put an overweight woman in place of the model and it’s likely the advertisement will not have the same effect. That’s not to say that some models should be as skeletal as they are, or that they aren’t an underlying factor in the rise of eating disorders in young women. The blame for the shrinking size of models today lies solely with the American masses, the public who consumes the advertisements and makes them successful. No advertiser is going to create an ad that is not going to sell products unless the American public can support the idea of buying something without wanting to emulate the person in the ad. Larger women are not going to sell products. One seemingly contrary example of this is Dove’s “Campaign for Real Beauty,” an ad campaign that features “normal” women and embraces the different shapes and sizes

of women. However, this campaign is still telling women that they must improve themselves with Dove products. With slogans like, “Let’s face it, firming the thighs of a Size 2 supermodel is no challenge,” Dove seems to be embracing the fact that there are women of different shapes and sizes out there, but is also saying that the larger women have deficiencies in need of fixing. This sends a mixed message of, “You’re fine the way you are … except for those cottage cheese thighs. Try to work on that.” Even an ad campaign that specifically singles out the small size models who traditionally work in the fashion industry, stating that it is not the standard must still prey on some insecurity in order to sell its products. In a way, these advertisements are no better than the ads that chronically feature size double zero, underweight models. They seem to embrace one set of values, and then hypocritically turn those values on their head, all to sell a product. Many fashion designers are now requiring their models to maintain a certain look, or weight or percentage of body fat before they will hire them. While some sanctions may be necessary, it isn’t going to change the fact that models will never look like the average American woman, and that the average woman will always want to look like a model. It would take a massive shift of ideals on the part of the American public to change the faces fashion designers put on the runway and in the pages of magazines. That will not happen by force-feeding the American consumer images of larger, more average looking women. As long as we desire specific standards, the industry will cater to it.

January 29 - February 4, 2007

opinion Of State

The Union

Adding more troops means more trouble. There’s no exit sign in Bush’s exit strategy.

The president addressed the issues but action speaks louder than words.

By Marina zarate Daily Titan Assitant News Editor

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I think working toward tion, so stereotypically associated with left-wing the American dream has environmentalists. But “freeing ourselves from formade me a selfish person. eign oil” bothers me. It made me envision a future Listening to President where American’s can’t decide which resource-less George Bush’s 2007 State third world country they care less about defendof the Union address as- ing. sured me of that. All the time we spend fighting such personal Although Dubya didn’t problems is time we take away from considering mention my name, I exthe bigger picture: our pected him to address me world and its probdirectly. I would have liked lems. All the time we use him to call me on the phone Problems like terrorbeforehand for my advice. I fighting such person- ism. I worry that somewould have directed him to reas- al problems is time day evil will win. That sure me on national television that terrorists someday may I deserve rewards and thanks for a we take away from appear everywhere in job well done. I’ve been working hard considering the big- the U.S.: at the superto maintain my consumer whore repumarket, on the highger picture... tation. way, in my bathroom. He did mention a few possible reBut I feel so safe since wards: freedom from the raised gas we declared war on prices that will ensue this summer, “terrorism,” that living a free no-strings-attached medibeing. I hope that we cal checkup, a committee to regulate will one day find terrorism itself, dead in a Gerthe finance charges on my credit cards man bunker from suicide. and a tax break for not having health I also wanted the president to assure me that I insurance. am not un-American for wishing our troops were As a starving student, I’d appreciate home a bit sooner than he would like. I may be these heroic tax breaks but doubt I’ll dreaming, but like a model consumer I dream in be saved from another emergency room High Definition. price gouging. Even with health care, afBush also introduced me to a few other HD fordable is in the eye of the beholder. dreams. He informed me of this new Super DemAt least he’s got some interest in educa- ocrat Congress, our tubular economy and a push tion with the No Child Left Behind Act. towards the great green hope, Ethanol. What a strange fantasy we share, a Someday I’ll own a corn-powered car, have kids happy candy-land where every young and marry a rich woman who will cook and prosquirt eventually wins an education. vide affordable health care. And maybe Superman Will we also financially prepare will round all the terrorists up and throw them them for a future of credit card into the sun. debt, car lease traps and student Maybe then, I will hold this State of the Union loans? address in much higher regard. And I will know Well, at least I had hope when what a selfish bastard I am for quickly tuning to Bush discussed energy consump- American Idol right after the speech.

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On Jan.10, President Bush unveiled his new even within this super and improved “Iraq Strategy.” power. In his address to the nation, the president In his State of the outlined a plan that would send 20,000 extra Union speech Tuesday, troops into Iraq within the next three to four President Bush finally months. An estimated $5.6 billion would be touched on those issues, needed to fund the effort, not including an while never letting the additional $1 billion to provide for reconstruction people forget that terrorists programs. are waiting to destroy Not once, however, did democracy. the President mention There will be no There seems to be a democracy any sort of exit strategy. left to Nor did Bush give deafening cry by the fight for if the a date as to when the people of America to people of American people can the United bring this war to an States are expect the troops back or even a ballpark estimate end. That cry seems over-r u le d of when this war would to be falling on deaf by the very come to an end. person they elected And herein lies the ears. to take office. problem. President Bush is In a poll conducted asking the American people by Newsweek on Jan. 17 and 18, 70 percent to give this new strategy a chance. of those polled disapproved of the president’s Well, what have we been doing for the handling of the situation in Iraq. past four years? Since when did the commander in chief stop There were no weapons of mass becoming accountable to the people of this destruction, Saddam Hussein is dead, Osama country? Bin Laden has yet to be found, and 3,000 plus Is this not a democracy? soldiers are never coming back. There seems to be a deafening cry by the Members of Congress, democrats as well as people of America to bring this war to an end. republicans, have expressed public disapproval That cry seems to be falling on deaf ears. of the insurgence of troops that is set to take Here we are sending additional troops to fight place. a civil war. The war in Iraq is pitting Sunnis On Saturday, tens of thousands protested against Shiites against Kurds with American against the war in Iraq at the National Mall troops in-between dying over religious and in Washington. cultural differences they have nothing to do President Bush is fighting a losing battle with. and everyone in this country seems to know President Bush has been tap dancing around it but him. issues of importance within the United States For once, he needs to listen to the – issues that need addressing, such as tensions will of the people and give up his futile within our own culture regarding homosexuality, attempt to save his presidency. a giant budget deficit and those that are suffering

Parking Worse Than Ever Ellice Soliven

Daily Titan Staff Writer opinion@dailytitan.com

If I weren’t so short and deathly afraid of motorcycles, I would’ve invested in one my first semester of college four years ago. Maybe if I had, I wouldn’t be so broke right now and I might be able to find a parking space. But no, in the four years I’ve been here, I’ve found that I’m only “lucky” with parking when I arrive at the crack of dawn (OK, before 8:30 a.m.) or near sunset. By lucky, I mean parking somewhere in Lot E where I’m not in someone’s dorm room. I guess you

could say the parking structures are kind of close to campus, but seriously, who scours each row of each level for a parking space when they’re in a hurry? And who isn’t in a hurry? That’s one of the things that gets me. I hail from Baldwin Park, a good 25 miles north of Fullerton. It is a city that when I mention it to my Fullerton friends, it’s as though I’m speaking in tongues. You know that half the time, when you’ve never even heard of the city, it has to be far. This means one thing to me - traffic. If you’re anything like me you probably love traffic. Not. As much as I enjoy sitting in traffic for an hour and a half, I also en-

joy the stress of worrying about being late to class. So after my long commute, I collect a considerable amount of road rage. I go mad driving through rows and rows of parked cars, giving each one the evil eye and feeling a twinge of jealousy that they beat me to it. I drive through the endless rows of Lot E, then rush my way to the Nutwood structure, where I go straight to the top. If the top level is full, I know that everything else is too. I don’t even try the other parking structure. Instead, I drive to Lot A. Ahhh, Lot A, how I love and hate you so. I’m thinking of placing a “reserved for” sign in that spot at the corner between State College and Yorba Linda. It’s bittersweet, really. When I finally park, I’m relieved to have found a space, but then I have to rush my tiny little legs to make it in time for class. I’m not even going to address the G Lot. All I’m going to say is, if you’re not an athlete and you have to park there … I feel your pain. School is stressful as is. I wish parking wouldn’t be. I also wish it weren’t so damn expensive either. Now I understand our “user fees” fund the parking program and all, but $144 is quite a pretty penny to most students. I remember when it was $99 and I thought that was a lot. $144 is half my paycheck (sad, I know), and for that I should be able to park wherever I want. Except maybe for the Ruby Gerontology Center lot, because stealing spaces from the elderly gets you a ticket to hell. I guess it’s nice to know that I’m not the only one who still can’t find parking, even though we have a handful of lots and two parking structures. That must mean more and more kids are going to college and that’s awesome. But a lot of us are on the five, six, or seven-year plan, so we’re not going anywhere. That means super limited parking. So after all my bitching, here’s my solution: Either most of us start parking at the Pub or Denny’s or Pepe’s and walk from there, or we take it back high school style and create a Senior parking lot for those of us who’ve been here four years or more. Or I could just suck it up and buy a Vespa, get a $13 permit, and stop my complaining.

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Possible Side Effects May Include... Drug advertising is definitely not what the doctor ordered By Yvonne Villarreal Daily Titan Staff Writer opinion@dailytitan.com

There are certain television commercials destined to remain a part of America’s consciousness long after their 30 seconds of airtime are up. No, I’m not talking about Geico insurance’s attempt to capture viewers with the Australian drawl of its Gecko mascot, or the overdone “lame and outdated” PC vs. the “hip, unshaven” Mac. The ads I am referring to are subtler in their effectiveness. Their mere truthfulness makes them unique. They’re pharmaceutical commercials. We’ve all seen them. They’re horrible. Young, beautiful women talking about their new, unbelievable birth control pills while drinking cocktails; yeah, because women meticulously discuss the benefits and

the side-effects of birth control over hard liquor. Then there are the ads featuring an elder gentleman hoping that he could reclaim his manliness by rejuvenating his sex life with a little pill. These unbearable informational commercials that pollute prizedminutes of our nation’s TV programming are known as Direct-toConsumer advertisements. Since 1962, the Food and Drug Administration has regulated advertising of prescription drugs under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. These ads relay a product’s name, its claim on what it helps alleviate, the benefits of the medication, and side effects. But honestly, who can focus on the benefits when serious risks are a factor? On a recent weeknight, I was nestled on the couch with a bowl of Frosted Flakes when an ad for Ortho-Tri Cyclen popped on the screen. I can’t lie. I was intrigued. A “shorter, lighter, more predictable” period? Count me in! Wait. Serious risks include blood clots, stroke or

heart attack? Suddenly, a normal period doesn’t seem so bad. I am not denying the positive aspects ads bring: exposing people to medication that could alleviate their “problems”; discussion between patients and doctors; and destigmatization of certain conditions. Plus, the likelihood of potential side effects occurring are minimal and can be increased by a variety of factors. Still, hearing the side effects is enough to make me wary. So do these commercials serve as informational outlets? Maybe. But it also seems these pesky ads make a physician’s job harder now that patients seem to think they know what is best for their body after having a “Health 101” course through America’s electronic hearth. In 2003, the FDA released a report of a survey looking at how both patients and physicians reacted to DTC advertising from 1999-2002. One question asked: What information was recalled from TV ads? The result: 90 percent recalled a product’s benefits, 90 percent recalled its risks and side effects and

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LETTERS Has anyone else noticed how each spring there are fewer classes for students to take? As I was sitting in the Titan Lab I could overhear snippets of conversation as people attempted to find classes to fill the holes in their schedules. Of course, if you were even lucky enough to log on to Titan you came to the discovery that nothing had opened up since registration. The classes that were offered were not the ones you needed, only the random electives of your major that are as enticing as vacationing in Death Valley. So where does that leave all of us? A majority of students will have to be content taking only a few classes. As well as accepting the fact that they are at inconvenient times that do not blend with a work schedule. If you ask me that is just not right. This is my third year attending CSUF, and I have to say I am sick of spring coming and there never being enough classes to take. Let’s face it, if you can’t take a minimum of 15 units and do intersession, you are not going to graduate in four years. As students we can’t control how many courses are offered, or their times. But we can all make it clear to the faculty that we are tired of the spring crunch. I would much rather spend more money getting more classes, than building a recreation center most of us will not use! So I am writing this in hopes that it will inspire my fellow Titans to speak out and let the ASI board and Deans know that we would love to have more options available to us! We could all work together to figure out a way so everyone has the chance to enroll in at least two classes they need or really want. I know I am not the only one that feels this way. -Monica Sabahi English Major

70 percent recalled whom the medication was intended for. On Nov. 1, 2005, the American College of Physicians released a statement to the FDA opposing these advertisments because patients took the role of doctors. “Patients arrive at the physician’s office already convinced that the products advertised are the answer to their problems ... Physicians end up spending valuable time fielding requests, clarifying misconceptions and explaining other, sometimes more effective treatments.” It’s true, knowledge is power. But is our sudden knowledge hindering our health? With increases in people asking doctors about certain drugs, convinced they’re the holy grail of pills, suddenly there is a side effect to knowing what’s out there in the land of medication: uninformed decision making. I’ve heard of do-it-yourself home repairs, but do-it-yourself medical prognosis? Let’s be serious. There are some decisions that should be left up to trained professionals.

Losing My Religion BY Dave

Bruemmer

“If you don’t believe in God then why do you care?” This is what a lot of people sign”, in biology class too. All were thinking after reading my of this while they eagerly await previous articles on atheism and the day that their “loving” God my de-conversion from Chris- will return and pitch most of tianity. It’s a valid question. I the world into Hellfire, kicking mean, I have no interest in the and screaming. WNBA therefore, I’m not writWe atheists are always being ing columns about it. But I am accosted about our beliefs, and interested in religion because it that is why there is a need to has many fascinating elements, defend the position. When was and it is important to under- the last time an atheist knocked stand because religion is part of on your door, set up a TV show the framework of human histo- and a donation hotline, or apry. Take religion out of history proached you on the street to and you really miss its essence. preach to you? The disingenuHowever, I do feel an obliga- ous Campus Crusade For Christ tion to take an aggressive and roams the school grounds like a even an evangelistic approach predator, pretending that they to debunking religious claims are taking a survey to see what on some level, especially God’s people think about Jesus, when very existence. Most non-be- in reality they are just looklievers simply do not believe ing for a forum to proselytize nor do they give it any thought. people, thereby corrupting their The believers out there who go own value system by using false to church and pray in order to premises. find happiness, guidance and What I would like to see is for support are fine. But the fun- everyone to respect each other’s damentalists who are intolerant right to believe or not believe to others who do not share their what they want, so long as they worldview, move me to action. are not causing anyone harm. There is a huge difference be- That is far more productive tween a belief and a fact, and than denigrating or threatening these people often confuse their them with Hell for not agreeing beliefs with facts. with you. If you believe OrthoAnd these are the individuals dox Jews or Muslims are treatwho want to impose their being their women like slaves and liefs upon everyone else. They you want to speak out against it, think that all the problems in that’s fine. But there is nothing the world will go away if we just wrong with those groups bepost the woefully ineffective cause they don’t believe that JeTen Commandments in class- sus was God. Let us judge each rooms. They fight to get Cre- other, not by what we believe, ationism, masquerading as the but rather by our actions and pseudo-science “Intelligent De- the way we treat one another. Contact Dave Bruemmer at opinion@dailytitan.com

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By Joseph Devens Daily Texan (U. Texas) 01/26/2007

(U-WIRE) AUSTIN, Texas - What’s the worst part about smoking? Nothing. It feels good, it looks cool and recent studies indicate that smoking at least one pack of cigarettes a day gives you super powers, such as breathing underwater and the ability to communicate with animals and foreigners using brain lasers. Also, girls are impressed when you can make the smoke come out of your nose, like a dragon. Unfortunately, everybody knows all of that stuff I just told you is a lie. (Except the part about it making you feel good and look cool, because those are just undeniable facts, and even doctors think so.) So the real question is this: Why do we like to smoke when we know it’s so deadly? Well, it makes us feel human, and nothing is more human than being dead. Smoking is an activity that everybody in the world can embrace, just like soccer - if soccer were actually embraced by everybody in the world and not just by everybody in the world except Americans, who like to watch people drive cars around really fast instead.

Everybody can smoke, and most do so at some point in their lives. It can be glamorous, like when a movie star does it, but it can also be trashy, like when a movie star who isn’t very good-looking does it. But most simply, people smoke because people need something to do. It’s just a shame that particular something has to be something that scorches your lungs and makes your heart explode. Until now. Are you listening, big tobacco? Because I’m about to blow your pants off with an idea that will make you, and subsequently me, an amount of money so obscene there isn’t even a number that goes up that high. The idea is for an invention called a “smoking lung.” People would have it installed into their bodies to collect all of the bad stuff in cigarettes, and when it’s rotten, you just take it out and put in a new one.

Step one would be to start building special clinics all around the country specializing only in the surgery required to install the smoking lung. The lung would probably be made out of silicone, so you could call these clinics “plastic surgery clinics” or something like that. Next, you would implant the lung into the customer’s body. You could make room by first removing the appendix, the extra kidney or the extra liver. Or better yet, you should probably just put the implant under the skin of the chest, since that’s kind of near where lungs go anyway. And you should probably divide the lung into two parts, because people like symmetry, and one shape hanging off someone’s chest would look silly. So after the implants have been installed, you simply massage them every once in a while to keep them properly aligned, and so that the tar from the cigarettes absorbs into them properly, and not into your regular lungs. Also, this surgery should probably

be marketed primarily toward women, because everybody knows it’s very dangerous for pregnant people to smoke, and women are primarily the people who become pregnant. And that would be it. Now, after the surgery, you might feel the need to wear some sort of garment around the implants to keep them secure, but you know what, it would probably be best for them if you just didn’t. You know, because they should probably just be left free to move around so that the cigarette stuff doesn’t settle in one place. For health purposes. Of course, if smoking bans in restaurants and office buildings across the state continue gaining support, your new lung may not even see its debut puff unless the smokers of this country decide to finally secede to a land of their own, free from the whining clean-lunged babies who have no business eating at restaurants or working in office buildings anyway because of their constant aforementioned whining. I recommend calling this new land “Smokesachusetts,” or possibly “North Smokoda.” I think the latter would be best, because it leaves an opening for a future sequel colony, “South Smokoda.” SURGEON GENERAL’S WARNING: The column you have just read is remarkably insightful, and its author should be awarded with trophies, a free trip to someplace in Europe and briefcases full of money.

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Smokers Unite: A New Lung is Here

A few years ago, I had a con- men heard on American Idol, it versation with a friend who is is still a very sensitive issue. blind. I asked him, “What is it Having an invisible disability like to be blind?” can cause great insecurity when He replied: “It’s like closing attempting something new, like your eyes.” transferring to a different school. Ignorance. I have encountered That is a feeling anyone can rea lot of it as a student at Cal State late to. When I first transferred Fullerton. People are surprised here I did not know anyone, that I am able to pursue a career and I could see the expressions in journalism and have expressed on people’s faces when they saw such surprise to my face. The me. They were as unsure of who words “amazing” and “wow” are I was as I was unsure of who they like four letter words, causing were. me a great amount of ire. I was Now in my second year at surprised that the reaction came CSUF, for better or for worse, from people who knew me, but such uncertainty no longer exadmittedly knew nothing about ists. Often it is for the worst, Asperger’s. I especially when have even redealing with ceived such the opposite This ignorance is sex, but that is reaction from my friends here something that I am better left to a at the Daily Ti- trying to fight with future column. tan. This uncerthis column, because I tainty It never ceasis caused es to amaze me, see how prevalent it is by ignorance, this utter lack in this country and on which in its of knowledge this campus. simplest terms about Aspergsignify’s a lack er’s. This ignoof knowledge. rance is someBut there are thing that I am times when trying to fight with this column, that lack of knowledge can lead because I see how prevalent it is to acts of violence, like when a in this country and on this cam- student beat up two female stupus. Nothing is more evident of dents last summer on the misthis fact than what happened re- taken assumption that they were cently on American Idol. lesbians. Before millions of viewers, If people stopped to ask questwo Idol hopefuls auditioned for tions and get to know the person the show’s judges, including the next to them, instead of making notorious Simon Cowell who assumptions, acceptance would told one of the contestants that spread. he looked like a monkey. Each person we meet is like Now, if it was not for the a mirror reflection of ourselves. fact that the two have a learn- The way you look in this mirror ing disability, Cowell’s remarks is the way everyone else sees you. might have gone unnoticed. But In my life, people have often everyone who watched the epi- judged me because they have no sode noticed and yet nothing of idea what it’s like to be me. substance has been done to repAcceptance is the city on a rimand Cowell. hill. It overlooks a vast wasteImagine if the contestants had land of ignorance. The Road of been black. Every civil rights or- Understanding is fraught with ganization from the NAACP to peril but tolerance is possible. the ACLU would be up in arms I have reached that city on a about it. Simon Cowell could hill because I have friends who I even be fired. But because the work with and because I am now performers were disabled, noth- able to talk openly about my exing was done. periences as a student. This is the kind of thing that These are experiences that I can happen with an invisible would not change for anything. disability, like Asperger’s. While Robert Moran writes a weekly colmost people are well intentioned when they speak to me, I have umn on life as a disabled student. He never had anyone at CSUF is available to answer any questions to provide information for those make disparaging comments to and interested. Email him at opinion@ me like the one those two young dailytitan.com

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Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Wear Gets a New Shape Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designers move to traditional, wearable fashion in spring season

cinematic pieces. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Only McQueen could make a conceptual point of the interplay between the most luxurious natural fibers and the most hazmat-toned synthetics,â&#x20AC;? Tim Blank of Style.com Carla Boubes said in his review of the show. Daily Titan Staff Writer Models dressed in classic maneditor@dailytitan.com double-breasted suits made from shiny PVC reflected the designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ith Fashion Week creativity. Broad-shouldered flannel underway, menswear suits in muted tones balanced the designers offered a glimpse collection. of the future with their fall Designers such as Dolce & and winter 2007 collections. Gabbana and Valentino chose Some designers channeled an era a winter-white palette for their in which men were polished and well menswear collections. Belted trench tailored, while others delved further coats and single-button doubleinto a future full of sleek design. breasted suits were seen at Valentinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dustin Beatty, editor-in-chief of fall debut. Using a stark white color Anthem magazine, a publication scheme with a few hints of gray and which features the camel, Valentinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest happenings in c o l l e c t i o n fashion and music, modernized the is excited for the classic manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thom Browne has, future of menswear. wardrobe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The real man is in a sense, reinvented Choosing a coming back into the traditional suit white and metallic style,â&#x20AC;? Beatty said and by doing so, revo- palette, Dolce & after viewing a few Gabbana took a of the debut runway lutionized menswear more futuristic shows. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rocker is ... he, in every right, approach with out!â&#x20AC;? its menswear deserved winning Italian fashion collection. The house Bottega Vogueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Designer of Italian duo Veneta paid homage the Year award. â&#x20AC;&#x153;offered their own to â&#x20AC;&#x153;the classical distinctive hybrid â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dustin Beatty of Stanely Kubrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manâ&#x20AC;? with its fall Editor in Chief, Anthem future,â&#x20AC;? Blank said. collection. An army of M a r n i â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s dapper-dressed menswear debut models walked might have left a few down the runway raised eyebrows. last week during Milanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fashion The Italian fashion house took Week. the seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s narrow silhouette to Top hats go off to the house an extreme with its leggings. Made designer Tomas Maier, whose of microfiber cotton and wool, the impeccable craftsmanship was leggings have bottom stirrups straps present throughout the entire fall and come in a variety of colors. debut. Consuelo Castiglioni, Marniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dark three-piece suits with creative director, described the verypeaked shoulders and trim waistcoats fitted pants as being unconventional adorned with crimson-colored lapels but sophisticated. strolled up and down the catwalk. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a much different sophistication Bottega Venetaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fall collection is to that witnessed on the catwalks of, indeed fit for a classic man with say, Bottega Veneta or the prim and an acute sense of style â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a true proper Burberry Prorsum. gentleman. There are a few new designers It seemed as if English designer who are quietly revolutionizing Alexander McQueen borrowed menswear. heavily from the closets of sharply French fashion powerhouse Louis dressed superheroes such as Clark Vuitton recently appointed Dutch Kent and Bruce Wayne (thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designer Paul Helber as his new Supermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Batmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alias for menswear director. The designer those who are unfamiliar) for the fall hopes to change the menswear from season. a collection to a wardrobe. McQueenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name is synonymous With just one collection under with avant-garde and no collection his belt, Helber was listed by Style. would be complete without a few com as one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Influencersâ&#x20AC;? of

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this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He plays with two extremes in his designs,â&#x20AC;? said Alan Fong, assistant ready-to-wear manager at Louis Vuitton in Costa Mesa. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For spring and summer 2007, he mixed Victorian with Hawaiian-inspired prints, creating an understated elegance.â&#x20AC;? Helberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fall and winter 2007 collection is set to debut this week in Paris. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really excited to see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next,â&#x20AC;? Fong said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be even better.â&#x20AC;? Another designer to watch is the quirky Thom Browne. The designer won last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Council of Fashion Designers of America award for menswear designer of the year. According to Beatty, Browne has been quite instrumental in the development of menswear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By combining impeccable tailoring and mixing up looks by adding shorts as opposed to slacks, there is no disputing that he, in every right, deserved winning Vogueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prestigious CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year award in 2006,â&#x20AC;? Beatty said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thom Browne has, in a sense, reinvented the traditional suit and by doing so, revolutionized menswear,â&#x20AC;? he added. Aside from designing for his own line, Thom Browne Label, he also is the creative director for the retailer Brooks Brothers. The 200-year-old line chose Browne to create a collection that could hopefully bring some humor to the otherwise conservative line. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exciting year for menswear. Designers are not afraid to take risks, as was the case at Marni. Only time will tell if the daring leggings will take off. However, for the most part it seems designers are stripping down to the basics. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much more about the customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs than it is about the theatrics of the designer. Just as Helber said, it should be a wardrobe, not a collection. On Feb. 6, Carla Boubes will look at spring womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion in The Hub. For questions or comments, contact managing editor Joe Simmons at maneditor@dailytitan.com.

Playing with Online Fire The personal experience of a gambler placing a $500 baseball wager BY ADAM LEVY

Executive Editor alevy@dailytitan.com

My palms sweat and hands tremble as my index finger hovers above the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Enterâ&#x20AC;? key. Clearing my head of second thoughts, or any thoughts for that matter, I hold my head up high, type the magic letters â&#x20AC;&#x153;y-e-sâ&#x20AC;? into the text box and tap the â&#x20AC;&#x153;submitâ&#x20AC;? key with a bold and confident jolt. No turning back now, as I have just bet $500, more than a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pay for this food server and journalism major, on the outcome a baseball game. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve played in countless house games and taken my fair share of trips to local casinos, Indian reservations and of course, fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada. But my real battle scars have all come from gambling over the Internet. The modern-day rogue Internet gambler like me isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the guy sweating bullets on Super Bowl Sunday. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not akin to the Hollywood renditions of Matthew McConaughey, Matt Damon or any of those B-list pokerplaying celebrities. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the guy that plunks down cash on a Tuesday night WNBA game because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s nothing else to bet on that night. The convenience and discretion of placing a wager online defeats any of the social stigma previously attached to gambling. With the pay-up-front nature of the online casino system, the danger has taken a different tone. The thug bookie wielding a crowbar has been replaced by the obnoxious, but far safer, phone calls from creditors wondering when your delinquent payment is coming. For years I have dabbled in online sports betting, feeding off the nonstop flow of information I consume daily in the form of ticker box scores, talk radio, and sports Web sites. Placing a wager on the game gives me a sense of interest in the event as if I am one of the athletes myself, putting my skills and accrued

knowledge to the test against a system Goliath against David and one to that is challenging, unpredictable two odds reflected it, as my $500 and carries a big risk and reward. Just wager would net a profit of $250 pressing that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Enterâ&#x20AC;? key makes my should the Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prevail. Better yet, heart beat a little faster. When I was when the Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prevail. waiting tables for a living, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d make The computer bellowed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve a few $20 parlay bets here and there, got mailâ&#x20AC;? with an e-receipt neatly but have the common sense to stay summarizing the terms of the wager out of the high-stakes waters that so with a 10-digit confirmation code. I many drown in. printed up the information, lit up a But on that day, I bet a bit over cigarette and slumped into the couch my head for the sake of a story. as the Athletics took the field in their Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an overcast but pleasant spring resplendent green-tinted uniforms, afternoon. Today would be a nice day in what I hope to be a harbinger of for a trip to the beach, a walk in the the dead presidents I will be rewarded park or at the very least, a step out with for my extreme confidence in the front door. But my attention was their club. squarely focused on the computer Five minutes have passed since I monitor, where a plethora of tasty pushed the big button. In unison betting options with the opening emanated from the of the telecast, I screen, laid out like felt a real rush of a tray of glazed old- I have just bet $500, adrenaline. No fashioned chocolate more than a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one could possibly crullers and maple care more about pay for this food bars. this game than I. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just tough to server and journalism Like the anxious pick. major, on the outcome anticipation you And on this got when you were of a baseball game. day, there was no a kid as the ride shortage of highoperator strapped profile sporting you into the roller events to choose coaster, there was from, including the no turning back. Kentucky Derby, the decisive game Almost an hour and three full seven in the Lakers-Suns playoff innings into this scoreless game and series, and over a dozen Major Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m bouncing off walls. Pacing back League Baseball games. Relying and forth, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m aware my actions past on my preternatural passion for clicking the mouse are negligible, diamonds and dugouts, I turn to the but the nervous energy has to go latter selection as a safe refuge where somewhere. I can make the best educated guess Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a treadmill when you on a winner. really need one? To my credit, I Sticking out like a sore thumb was right about Zito, who mows is the 1:05 p.m. Oakland Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vs. down the inferior Tampa Bay Tampa Bay Devil Rays, pitting Cy lineup like the ace I figured him Young winner Barry Zito against for. Unfortunately, his much-lessa nondescript right hander named heralded rival McClung must have Seth McClung. Coming off an eaten his Wheaties, matching him upset loss the night before, the Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s zero for zero on the scoreboard. The were due to redeem themselves in bottom of the fourth opens up with a game where they have home field a single, double and sacrifice fly to advantage, a better overall cast and, put the Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up 1-0. And right now most importantly, a superior starting Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thinking I could do this for a pitcher in Zito. living. On a sentimental note, Zito has always been one of my favorite ballplayers for the quirky, scruffy- See how the game ended for Adam Levy haired, surfer-dude mystique that in the Feb. 5 issue of the Daily Titan belied his status as one of the most in the Gaming section. For questions dominant pitchers in the game. or comments, contact executive editor In baseball terms, I was betting on Adam Levy at alevy@dailytitan.com.

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Founders’ Wall Pays Tribute By Kristina Junio

Daily Titan Staff Writer news@dailytitan.com

The Cal State Fullerton College of Education unveiled their new Founders Wall Jan. 20 to honor the faculty, staff and alumni who have been a part of the college. Over 150 people attended the ceremony to commemorate the college’s creation in July 2004. The wall’s fundraising campaign raised $53,000, of which $50,000 will go to an endowment fund to produce scholarships for students in the college. The first newsletter for the college’s alumni which is to be released this spring will receive $3,000, the college’s dean, Claire Cavallaro said. 531 individuals donated $100 each to have their names on a plaque

that will be displayed permanently on the Founders Wall. The donors were a combination of alumni that graduated prior to or in 2004 and faculty and staff members that are or were involved in the college. The Orange County Teachers Federal Credit Union also contributed a $25,000 donation to underwrite the creation and mounting of the wall. The Founders’ Wall is located inside the Education-Classroom building. The wall is black with raised gold lettering. “There was an emotional reaction that people had to seeing the wall and to seeing former classmate’s names, current faculty members, emeritus and deceased faculty members,” said Bobbee Cline, the director of development for the college, “It has come to be a monument to the history of this college and hopefully to look at the good things that will happen in

the future as well.” At the ceremony people expressed their emotion toward the wall in different ways. Some took pictures of the name plaques, some walked up to touch the names of classmates and faculty members and some even took pencil rubbings of the names as souvenirs said Cavallaro. “[The wall] symbolizes the history of the organization as a college and the tremendous amount of support from alumni, faculty and retired faculty and symbolizes the quality of programs that we have here,” Cavallaro said. Judy Smith, who has a doctorate in education and teaches at CSUF, said, “I’m proud of CSUF, I graduated from here, I have three grandchildren that go here and I’m very proud of what Dr. Bishop did with the Founders’ Wall, scholarships and the college itself.”

CSUF Faculty Considers Strike By Yvonne villarreal

Daily Titan Staff Writer news@dailytitan.com

As students complain about the time they spend looking for parking, teachers are ready to take action against the CSU system. The California Faculty Association is preparing to strike if they can’t reach a suitable agreement with the Cal State University administration in the coming weeks. The looming strike comes 18 months after failed negotiations between CFA and the CSU administration over “better budgets, lower fees and more student services.” Currently, both parties are in the fact-finding stage—the final phase in the mandating process. The union’s strike planning intensified after Tuesday’s decision by trustees of the CSU system to approve 4 percent salary raises for campus presidents and five other top officials. A move that was a slap in the face given the union’s attempt for a “fair, equitable increase for all faculty.” “We are preparing to take actions, including a strike, if we don’t get a settlement from the CSU administration,” said Professor. G. Nanjundappa, president of the CFA Ful-

lerton chapter. “It’s been extremely frustrating, demeaning…the way the CSU administration has treated us.” The issue is what the CFA regards as “stagnant paychecks for faculty and staff” that are insufficient in keeping up with the rising cost of living and increases in student fees that cause some students to leave the system and leaves others apprehensive to join. But the CSU administration remains optimistic. “A strike is the last thing we want the faculty to do,” said Paul Browning, a spokesman for CSU. “The faculty do an excellent job. We are hoping to come to an agreement during the final stages of negotiations. All hope is not lost.” CSUF’s President Milton Gordon was not available for comment. CFA is a faculty union representing roughly 23,000 faculty employees at the 23 CSU’s campuses. Their contract with the CSU system expired on June 30, 2004. CFA will hold an informational picketing at the quad Tuesday to inform faculty and distribute information. Picketing will continue this week in Fresno, San Bernardino and Sonoma. CSU San Marcos and Chico held informational pickets

last Monday, where hundreds of faculty turned out. The CFA’s informational picketing at Fullerton will not interrupt class and office hours for faculty and students. But a possible strike could; although, it’s too soon to tell how the strike might affect Cal State Fullerton students. “We try to avoid affecting students,” Nanjundappa said. “If it is necessary, we have no other choice.”

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crowded, but the right fork, Pioneer Avenue, is usually fine. Both are far, however, as it is off campus and the on-campus walk begins at the back of the furthest parking lot. By Jake kilroy - Melody Lane, off State College Daily Titan Staff Writer Boulevard, seems to be safe for night news@dailytitan.com classes. The first block is forbidden They take the sidewalks by storm. from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. But, after They’re from Balfour, Melody, those first two houses, the parking is Clarke, Pioneer, San Carlos and Ful- only restricted from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. lerton Creek. They stroll the nearby It’s located across the street from the residential neighborhoods with their Titan Student Union and is near a backpacks and sly grins, smug that crosswalk. - Ranch Road, a side street bethey didn’t pay $144 this semester. tween Yorba Linda Boulevard and They’re the off-campus parkers. Melody Lane, has nothing better to Most of them didn’t start off sly and offer college students than one-hour smug. parking. It’s connecting street, Con“I bought a parking pass one time cord Drive, is the same. and I was still walking just as far,” - Students can only park for one said Stacy Clements, a senior broadhour in the Nutwood suburbs off cast journalism major. State College. And that’s where the gap begins. - The commercial parking lot in These students figure since it’s the front of Panera Bread, near the insame amount of extersection of State ercise, why pay the College and Chapextra $144? man, has made it If the price keeps “If the price clear that they don’t going up, I’m going to keeps going up, I’m want students there going to keep park- keep parking on the for anything but ing on the street,” eating. However, street. said Narciso Escparking in front of obedo, a freshman – Narcisco Escobedo the Office Depot is Spanish major. Freshman Spanish Major a maybe, but isn’t “$140 parking too clear. for poor college stu- The best kept dents? Shouldn’t it secret that isn’t so go with the tuition? quiet anymore is I mean, we pay this much and they Balfour Avenue, a side street off of make parking on campus seem like Commonwealth and Chapman. By such a privilege,” Clements added. 11 a.m., the initial area is crowded, Some weren’t aware of what they but there’s always parking off conwere getting into originally. “I’ve probably gotten enough necting streets San Carlos Drive and tickets to equal a pass,” Clements Clarke Avenue. The entire area is an off-campus parking paradise. said with a laugh. That’s your guide to the game. Escobedo added that he someThe philosophy of parking off times gets nervous when parking campus, however, isn’t for the weak off campus, but still finds the game of heart or knees. For some, the worth it. length of the game outweighs the The game of finding adequate philosophy. parking without racking up tickets “I didn’t know I would be walking but not giving into the easy way out this far,” said Keshia Islam, a senior with a parking pass is difficult. But, political science major, who plans to with help, it isn’t as hard a game as buy a parking pass next week. it seems. Others are set on making off-camSo, here’s help with the game. pus parking work. Some places of interest: “I think I can stand walking a - The Broadmoor Community little ways to save $150,” said Jeff forks off of Yorba Linda and State Monnig, a junior sociology major, College Boulevards. The left fork, “But I think I’m going to buy a Fullerton Creek Drive, is often skateboard.”

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Fullerton Police Department Offers Traffic Reports Online Collision, traffic reports now available at www.policereports.us By Colleen Barrett

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The Fullerton Police Department began offering a service this month that allows citizens and insurance companies to obtain copies of traffic collision reports online. Fullerton is the first city in the Western region of the U.S. to utilize the service offered by PoliceReports. us, a private firm that provides an online report service to over 70 police departments in the Central and Eastern regions. Citizens formerly had to appear at the traffic bureau in person between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or submit a request by mail and wait an undetermined amount of time to get a copy of a report. The new online service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and the $10 fee is the same. The change is most beneficial to insurance companies that often make multiple requests for the same report when they are unaware that one or more requests have already been made by their company. The new service will notify the company or agency if they already have a copy of a requested report in their files, Fullerton traffic secretary Irma Ashe said. “Before we started using the service, we were receiving about 50 requests a day. It has dropped a lot. Now we get around five or ten a day,” Ashe said. The online service will also speed up the process for insurance companies significantly. “In Los Angeles, the wait for a requested report can sometimes take up to six months and you are tied up while you are waiting. You sometimes have to use your own carrier and be out the deductible until the report shows up. This service will be very helpful,” State Farm Insurance agent Kathryn Adams said. The Fullerton Police Department was introduced to the service at a police trade show. “PoliceReports.us had a booth there and it caught our record supervisor’s eye. Everything was feasible and affordable so we went ahead and enlisted their services,” Ashe said. Corporal Anthony Bogart works for the Fullerton traffic bureau. He helped coordinate the implementation of the new service. “It took about six months to iron out all the details. It is still too early to tell the full results, but the potential impact is great,” Bogart said. The service will increase the efficiency of police employees because they will now rarely have to look up a report, get copies, make copies, fill envelopes and send out reports. But the department will still honor all requests made in-person or by mail, Bogart said. To obtain a copy of a police report online, a citizen must know the case number or the names of the parties involved. Then one simply goes to PoliceReports.us, puts in the information and conducts a search. If a match is found, they may purchase the report by credit card. Once a report is purchased, it is immediately available for viewing and printing as a regular Internet page or in PDF format. Reports dated from Jan. 1 of this year are available through the new service and will remain available for about three years. Reports dated before Jan. 1 can be made available by special request.

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Popular Market Set to Move Northern Lights Up Becker Stage Children’s Book Hatches Online By Cindy Cafferty

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Anyone who has ever wondered about the history of Fullerton can ask any third-grader enrolled in the Fullerton Unified School District. They can tell anyone why Fullerton has two birthdays, the day it rained Baby Ruths and gum and where the Altherton Ostrich Farm was located. These answers and more interesting Fullerton facts can be found in “Ostrich Eggs For Breakfast,” the supplemental textbook for third grade history classes. It is now available online via the Fullerton Public Library Web site. The PDF version has all of the original photographs taken by Shanti Collins and enables special keyword searching. Sixth-grader Brandon Ryu still remembers using the book in third grade. “I really liked the book so much, I talked about it all the time and annoyed my mom,” Ryu said. “Fullerton is our city and it’s good to learn about your city and be proud.” He says that his favorite part was learning about the early settlers. Ryu’s eyes lit up when he found out that the book is now available online. He says that he will access the book online the next time he has to do a project for school. “Ostrich Eggs for Breakfast,” was first printed in 1972 by Dora May Sim, a retired Fullerton librarian, who carried around an Ostrich egg when teaching children about the history of Fullerton. “It’s a supplemental textbook because the kids have to study the local history,” said Cathy Thomas, curator for the Fullerton Public Library. “It’s a lifesaver,” Thomas said. “Third grade teachers are delighted because other schools in different cities might not have a history book about their city.” Thomas said the kids are always “very hyped” and love the pictures. One picture, titled “Flight,” is of the 1976 bicentennial sculpture, which is displayed on the grass between the library and city hall. According to Sim’s book, Aldo Casanova designed the sculpture to show how men and women on Earth are exploring outer space. The text reads, “His sculpture points up toward the sky where astronauts will travel in space shuttles and space ships in future years.” “It wows the kids because they didn’t realize what it represents,” said Janine Jacobs, senior children’s librarian, who worked with Sim before she retired. Another picture in the book is of the hitching post, which was used to tie up horses, now located in front of the original library. The same post is now near the parking lot of the library. “She saved the hitching post right before city men were going to get rid of it. She wanted to preserve a part of history,” Jacobs said. Jacobs said she grew up in Fullerton and used to go to the library as a kid when Sim was the librarian. When she grew up, she became a librarian and worked with Sim. Jacobs says that there are such great stories in the book and she refers to them when she gives tours for schools and scouts. “Great book, every time I read it, I learn something new,” Jacobs said. Marlon Romero, children’s librarian, said that it took him about one month to scan the book in its entirety and the finished project took about a year. The book is filled with many fun facts about Fullerton, including the fact that, “In the 1890s and very early 1900s, the people who lived on the edge of Fullerton had no noise to bother them. It was very quiet. Sometimes the people living out there could hear the ocean at night when they went outside.”

For more information: www.fullertonlibrary. org/kids/ostricheggs. pdf

The City of Fullerton is moving the location of Wednesday; Fullerton Certified Farmers’ Market starting in February, from its location for the past 22 years at Woodcrest Park to Independence Park. Vendors at the farmers’ market sell fresh produce, plants, food products and baked goods, and most use only organic growing methods, which do not use any form of pesticide or synthetic fertilizer. Mona Amoon, co-manager of the Fullerton Certified Farmers’ Market, said there has been a recent growth in the attendance at the market and that this move is needed to supply the demand for produce, including produce grown organically, and goods supplied by California farmers. “This move will allow for more parking and more room for vendors,” said Amoon. “So hopefully we will attract more people by the increased selection.” Many of the vendors are welcoming this move, including Steven Carangella of Old Town Baking, located in Fontana. Old Town Baking uses mostly whole grains in their bread preparation. “We’ve been selling our [baked goods] here at this market for around 10 years now,” said Carangella. “And since this move will put us right near the DMV office, we will be getting a lot more foot traffic there.” And clientele is expected to move right along with the market said Carangella. “We’ve built up a clientele, and I’m sure they appreciate our product

enough to go a mile or so further to buy it,” said Carangella. This desire for organic foods has even spread onto the Cal State Fullerton campus, with recent advertisement for the availability of “Organic To Go” organic foods in the Nutwood Cafe. This advertising, along with New Year’s resolutions, has prompted many students to eat healthier, including history major Heather Lee. “After some health concerns, my doctor recommended that I eat healthier, and try to stay organic,” said Lee. After a trip to Humboldt State University to visit her brother, Lee said there were always farmers’ markets offering nothing but organic produce and goods. “Everything organic seems to taste better and fresher. I love organic,” Lee said. Most organic foods sold in supermarkets, such as Whole Foods Markets, can get expensive. But the Fullerton Certified Farmers’ Market is a cheaper, fresher and local alternative to chain supermarkets. Plus, the money is going to small-scale farmers who sell their goods only at city events across California, such as the Fullerton Certified Farmers’ Market. “I didn’t know about the market before,” said Lee. “But now that I do, I will definitely be going. I like the idea that while I’m eating healthier, I’m helping the ‘little man’ too.” Beginning Feb. 7, the Fullerton Certified Farmers’ Market will be located at Independence Park at 801 W. Valencia Dr. in Fullerton. The day and time will remain the same, every Wednesday from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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They found him in a bar in Bakersfield. And when they found him, they found their voice. What started out as a small California tour quickly became the formation of a new band – Northern – who rocked the quad at CSUF last Wednesday. “A few of us were on tour in this other band, Vela,” explained keyboardist Phil Nisco. “We played this place in Bakersfield; Jeff said the promoter wouldn’t book him and asked if he could play with us … he

did … we liked him and started a new band.” And so it was that Northern got its first exposure. The members of Northern – Jeff Perez, Jonathan Garcia, Mike Macgregor, Phil Nisco and Aaron Flora – graced the stage in front of the bookstore last week to a sprawled out crowd in a midday concert. It was the kind of day one thinks about when musing about the charmed campus life. A grassy knoll, some sunshine and the soulful soliloquies of singer Perez made for a perfect afternoon. The standard guitar, drum, bass

and singer formation of rock was accented with Perez picking up an acoustic guitar and Nisco chiming in on the keyboard. The real stunner was when the band took on Fiona Apple’s “Shadowboxer,” made it their own and pulled it off remarkably. The crowd took notice, and what started out as a few stragglers listening on the way to class, quickly turned into an all out concert. With sounds reminiscent of Keane, a pinch of Radiohead and a dash of soul – Northern is a band to stay tuned in to.

SAG Awards Predict Oscars By David Germain Movie Writer

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Helen Mirren of “The Queen” and Forest Whitaker of “The Last King of Scotland” won Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday as best lead players. “Little Miss Sunshine” won the prize for best film ensemble, the guild’s equivalent of a best-picture award. Solidifying their positions as Oscar favorites, Mirren won for playing British monarch Elizabeth II and Whitaker for starring as Ugandan dictator Idi Amin. Eddie Murphy and Jennifer Hudson won supporting-acting honors as soulful singers in “Dreamgirls,” reinforcing their status as Oscar front-runners as well. Mirren said she initially was dismayed at the prospect of donning Elizabeth II’s conservative wardrobe, including sensible shoes and tweed skirts. “But I learned to love the person who chooses to wear those clothes, because I learned to love a person without vanity, but with a great sense of discipline that I understand. With a great sense of duty that I understand. And with a great deal of courage, and that I understand.” The soft-spoken Whitaker was struck speechless, rambling through some awkward words of gratitude. “I want to thank you for allow-

ing me to have a moment like this,” Whitaker said. “Little Miss Sunshine” co-star Greg Kinnear thanked the German automaker that designed the minibus the film’s horribly dysfunctional family drives to their little girl’s beauty pageant. “I’d like to thank the engineers at Volkswagen for making a beautiful vehicle back in 1969 that is so comfortable, so safe,” Kinnear said. Murphy, who built his career as a fast-talking comic player, began with a thank-you speech more appropriate for a serious thespian but his sober demeanor proved a gag. “What a tremendous honor to be recognized by one’s peers. I’ve been acting for some 25 years now and this is a tremendous honor,” said Murphy, talking in a British accent. “No, I’m sorry,” said Murphy, cracking up in laughter. “I feel goofy up here, ‘cause I don’t be winning stuff.” As a powerhouse vocalist in “Dreamgirls,” Hudson continued her breakneck rise to movie stardom after becoming famous as an “American Idol” contender two years ago. Hudson thanked her co-stars, who included Murphy, Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles. “Because of you, I was able to work and learn from the best. Yes, you are the best,” said Hudson, who added thanks to the actors guild. “Just thank you for noticing little old me and accepting me.”

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‘Master Plan’ Gives Glimpse of Future Underground Offers Free Welcome Event By Jessica doles

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With the spring semester in full gear there is the uneasiness of making new friends and reuniting with fellow Titans. What better way to kick off the new semester than by attending the annual Moonlight Madness event held at the Titan Student Union Underground? The best part about traveling downstairs to this welcome event is that everything, yes everything, including food, is free! On Feb.1, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., students can enjoy chalking up the sticks at billiards or tip-toeing to that strike at the bowl-

ing lanes. “Moonlight Madness is always a great success. It’s a chance for students to reconnect with each other and to meet new people as well, I would encourage everyone to go,” said Brett Robertson, coordinator of Welcome Week for new students. Each year at this event, bowling lanes get busy and the pool tables get racked up with students eager to showcase their skills. Students are only required to bring their identification cards to rent bowling shoes and play pool. “It’s a great way for people to get SEE MADNESS - PAGE A7

Fire Near Fraternity Row By Cameron Pemstein/Daily Titan Staff Photographer

MIHAYLO HALL -Early Friday morning one can hear banging hammers and heavy machinery during the construction of the new business building off of Nutwood Ave. By Michelle RaMos

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Like many others in the O.C. who will be turning 50 this year, Cal State Fullerton is getting a makeover. In the past 10 years the look of CSUF has undergone many major improvements, which have included the addition of two parking structures, student housing expansion, the performing arts building, and the kinesiology and health science addition. The Department of Design and Construction on campus is busy at work as many more projects are underway. Currently students can watch the construction of the $79 million building for the College of

business and economics. Project Manager Assistant Beverly Burelli has worked on campus since the beginning of the new major capital projects. “I saw the student housing go up, both parking structures, I just love watching new construction,” said Burelo. Construction of the 195,000 gross square foot building can also be seen on the Web cam on CSUF’s Web site. Turner Construction is already in the process of laying steel, and the new student recreation center is not far behind. Students are highly anticipating the completion of the new student recreation center that will be complete with rooms for group exercise classes, personal training, and many

other amenities. “I’m totally stoked, I just hope those of us watching it being built will be around long enough to use it,” said junior Vanessa Alfaro. The new student recreation center is due for completion in December 2007/January 2008. In just a few weeks the student recreation center will begin the process of setting steel. This process requires the help of a crane that will be transported to campus on 11 trucks, says Contract Project Manager Will Nighswonger, who also headed up both parking structures. “The crane is like a toy transformer, it literally builds itself,” said Nighswonger. The transformation of the crane is a sight to see, but is a lengthy pro-

cess of about three hours, says Nighswonger. Students here at CSUF have been enjoying the new additions to the campus. “I love the new parking structure, I always find a spot right away in the morning because everyone still goes to the other one,” said Alfaro. Several projects that are currently in the design phase are a new children’s center, additional student housing, a nursing skills lab, a new university police building and additions to the Humanities building.

To see a map of what CSUF will look like in the next 20 years, type in Master Plan at www.Fullerton.edu.

Four buildings damaged in accidental blaze on Associated Road By Marina Zarate and jickie torres Daily Titan Editorial Staff news@dailytitan.com

A residential fire broke out on Milton Avenue and Associated Road early Friday evening, damaging four units of a condo complex. The Fullerton Fire Department responded to the call at 4:25 p.m. and contained the fire within 40 minutes, according to Fullerton Fire Department Battalion Chief Eric Newman. Newman said there were no injuries but there was sustainable damage to the complex. “A plumber was sweating copper pipe when the fire chased up the wall,” Newman said. “We had to tear open the walls to get to the fire.” Newman said that although Cal

State Fullerton fraternities are in the neighborhood, the fire affected none of them. Nearby residents and onlookers gathered around the nine fire trucks and two ambulances to watch firemen on the roof of the complex as they attempted to gain control of the blaze. Andrew Pence, a resident of the unit across from the fire said he saw smoke and flames as firemen attempted to cut through the roof with chainsaws. Pence spoke to two women from an attached unit who dialed 911 before the fire could damage their property. “The girls next door were in the bathroom when they smelled smoke coming from the drain,” he said. Police diverted traffic on Associated Road from Bastanchury Road to Yorba Linda Boulevard while firefighters contained and investigated the blaze.

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Passports Mandatory For Flights to Mexico and Canada Daily Titan Staff Writer news@dailytitan.com

Gone are the days in which young adults and students could spirit away to the Carribean, Canada or even Mexico without a passport. As of January 23, 2007, the passport policy has changed so that American air travelers must have a valid U.S. passport to gain entrance to all countries except U.S. overseas territories. For those students who like to frequent Rosarito or Tijuana, the passport requirement does not take effect for travel to other countries by vehicle or cruise ship until early 2008. The policy instated is a culmination of a recommendation made by the 9/11 Commission and the enactment of a law sensitive to a recommendation by Congress in 2004,

said Mike Milne, a press officer of cana and Chicano Studies at Cal the U.S. Customs and Border Pro- State Fullerton. tection. “It sounds like a positive policy “I think it’s a very important part because it is important to have a of our border security,” said Milne. better sense of who is in the counBefore the retry but the policy quirement of passshould be exercised ports, Customs in a diligent and and Border Protecfair fashion,” said tion Officers were Castro. required to ‘comb’ Another concern through some 8,ooo Castro voiced was possible forms in regards to passof identification, port fraud. The – Mike Milne system might be which slowed down U.S. Customs Press Officer subject to fraud the departure process, said Milne. and there is a large “It’s a win situacriminal undertion for travelers,” ground that could said Milne.But some wonder if it’s profit from it, Castro said. a win situation for travelers of any “How much integrity will the sysrace. tem have?” asked Castro. “My fear is racial profiling might According to Milne, approxileak into implementation,” said mately 7,500 false documents and/ Robert Castro, a professor of Chi- or types of identification were con-

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fiscated last year. Though the seizure was before the new passport requirement, Milne said he feels secure in the strength of the new policy. Officers will be able to determine citizenship with a machine-readable document, which should help speed up the current process said Milne. The departure process might have sped up for those who are airborne but the process to receive a passport has not. Passports can take up to six weeks to receive. Angelina Shin, an owner of the Mail and Auction Place in Fullerton, has already seen an increase passport photo requests since last December. The customers who come in for the photos vary in age and race but Shin said many share the same vacation destination, mainly Mexico. Procrastination can prove to be costly. The expedited charge for 7day passport delivery is $149 plus the standard $97 processing fee said Shin.

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(From Page A6) out and socialize. do not always know about the other I’ve never been to this event, but I’ll world downstairs below the cafeteprobably be helping out that night ria. too,” said Gina Lazzari, a reserva“I didn’t even know about the tionist at the TSU Underground. Underground until I saw a flyer for There will also be various types of all night study sessions during finals food that will be served every hour. week. I’ve never been to Moonlight Chips and salsa will Madness either, it be served at 6 p.m. sounds like a lot of Following the appefun,” said Helen Hotizers will be pizza at ang, a senior human 7 p.m. and desserts of services major. ice cream and brownAll students are ies will be served at 8 welcome to attend p.m. Different types Moonlight Mad– Brett Robertson ness, busting the of soda will also be Welcome Week Coordinator myth that only new available throughout the night. students are invited. Besides the freeThis event is bies, Moonlight Madsponsored by New ness is also a chance to showcase the Student Programs and Associated TSU. “This is a great way to help Students Inc. Also, the main course promote the Underground as well as of pizza is provided by Round Table. the many services they offer,” men- Moonlight Madness is just one part tioned Robertson. of Titan Weeks of Welcome. Most new and returning students

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Titan Educators Leaving ‘Shops’ for a ‘Little Professor’ written By april Valencia Daily Titan Staff Writer news@dailytitan.com

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As the line of students purchasing textbooks wraps and winds around bookshelves and small tables, the Titan Shops Bookstore is facing one of its busiest weeks. A new semester has begun and textbooks are in high demand. Yet despite the amount of business the bookstore receives at the start of the semester, a growing number of students and faculty alike are choosing off-campus bookstores instead of Titan Shops for their textbook needs. According to kinesiology major Jennifer Alpert, who so far has pur-

chased one used book from Titan Shops for $98, rising textbook prices on campus are an issue, especially for those students on a budget. “I think people are being ripped off here,” said Alpert. “It’s a business, so I understand how [price mark-ups] work, but I think it’s sad for people who are probably living on their own.” Although Alpert said she feels Titan Shops, which is a nonprofit organization, is responsible for the high prices, Titan Shops Director Chuck Kissel explains that pricing textbooks is beyond the store’s control. “We really do not raise the price [of books] at all, but the cost for us to purchase them will go up about three percent each year,” he said. “This industry has been this way for a long time.” To help ease the stress of high prices on campus, Kissel said Titan Shops offers a rental program for se-

lect titles and scholarships through Associated Students Inc. “Communicating what we offer is difficult, but each student has the opportunity to get free books,” he said of the scholarship program which drew an estimated 75 applicants. While some attribute high prices as a major reason for preferring offcampus bookstores like the Little Professor to the Titan Shops Bookstore, English professor Chris Ruiz-Velasco feels the service influences his deci-

sion. “I choose the Little Professor because service for professors and students is great,” he said. “They always have the books right there on the shelves, and orders are in on time. According to Little Professor employee Joanna Ramirez, well-stocked bookshelves require ordering textbooks to meet each professor’s needs. “We order whatever books the instructor wants and the quantity they want,” she said. “We even order a little bit more

in case someone adds the class.” Although Ruiz-Velasco admits to never having sold his textbooks through the Titan bookstore, he is aware that Titan Shops has caused ordering problems for other professors. “Some of my colleagues have complained that [Titan Shops] doesn’t have enough books, or that they don’t order enough,” he said. However, according to Kissel, textbook orders need to be turned in by the instructor to the campus by a certain deadline, and sometimes these deadlines are not met which results in delays. Additionally, Titan Shops tries to order as close to the full quantity requested in order to keep shelves stocked, he said. Kissel said he feels switching to an off-campus store creates a disadvantage for the student. “Part of me wonders how are the students benefiting from having text-

books available at only one place,” he said. “It’s all about availability. Make the information available to all, and then let the students decide.” While Kissel said Titan Shops has its flaws, he believes students want to shop on campus, and that all students should be given the choice as to where to purchase their textbooks. “I’m not saying Titan Shops is perfect, but we are doing a lot to become more efficient,” he said. “We want to give students the best choices, and if there is a reason we’re not where they want to shop, we need to know.” Still, some think neither bookstore adequately accommodates the struggling student. “They’re both the same,” Alpert said. “Just too expensive.”