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CSUF hosts first Student Success Initiative open forum at Irvine Campus CYNTHIA WASHICKO Daily Titan

With the first of six planned open forums, the Student Fee Advisory Committee continued the rollout of information and

OLLI marks 35 years at CSUF

collected student feedback Tuesday on the proposed Student Success Initiative. The new fee, as currently proposed, would add $240.50 in mandatory student fees per semester, unless spending priorities are changed through feedback

given online and through forums like this one. Revenue gained from the new fee would go to student services by funding additional courses, increased athletic scholarships, improved athletic facilities and expansion of student

services. The forum promoted the theme of student involvement in the fee decision process. After a short presentation detailing areas that would receive funding from the fees, students were asked to fill

out surveys agreeing or disagreeing with various elements of the fee package and could offer their suggestions. Seven students completed and submitted those surveys Tuesday. As of Monday night’s meeting of

the committee, about 450 students have completed the surveys so far during small meetings with students conducted in recent weeks. SEE FORUM, 3

F. Scott Hess: Retrospective Five decades of Austrian artist’s work currently showcased at the CSUF Begovich Gallery SEE DETOUR, 5

Institute continues to offer education for seniors to enjoy REBECCA HARDMAN Daily Titan

Cal State Fullerton’s program for lifelong learning for the retired and semi-retired is celebrating its 35-year anniversary this year. Since opening their doors under a different name in 1979, what is now known as the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) has grown into a community of more than 1,500 members who engage in intellectual discussions, social interactions and physical activities on campus. The volunteer organization has been located in the Ruby Gerontology Center since 1988, when a six-year, $2.5 million fundraising campaign funded its construction, becoming the first privately funded building on campus. Today, up to 22 classes are held there daily. OLLI encourages members to collaborate and share their life experiences, knowledge and genuine interests across a wide spectrum. Participants are able to share their expertise in particular fields, both academically and professionally, among other members. Michael Stover, OLLI’s president, said the institute is intended to provide “a continuing learning experience” for the community and its members. OLLI offers 143 different classes this spring, Stover said. “Your brain doesn’t retire,” Stover said. “To remain intellectually stimulated as well as socially connected, as well as physically active, are the ingredients for successful aging.” Almost one-third of OLLI members are retired teachers and educational leaders. Many other members consist of retired engineers, business managers, attorneys, healthcare professionals and government administrators. “OLLI is a good mix of people in various fields, education, science,” said retired aerospace physicist Bill Armstrong, 58. “They are all a good influence.” SEE OLLI, 2

BRANDON HICKS / Daily Titan Figurative oil paintings, along with sculpture installments by artist F. Scott Hess, will be displayed in the Begovich Gallery until Feb. 27. Hess’ works portray satirical tales of the human experience through vivid colors, use of light and shadows and detail-oriented emotive images.

Student group protests fee increase One member of ASI Board of Directors vows to oppose Student Success Initiative KYLE NAULT Daily Titan

During the public comment portion of the Associated Students Inc. Board of Directors meeting Tuesday, Ryan Quinn, a graduate student, asked board members to sign a petition against the proposed $240.50 fee increase called for by the Student Success Initiative. Quinn, a member of the Cal State Fullerton chapter of the statewide student advocacy group Students for Quality Education (SQE), convinced one board member, Travis Morgan, to take him up on his offer and sign the petition. Morgan represents the College of Engineering and Computer Science. “It’s labeled the Student Success Initiative, but what it’s really doing is throwing student success on the back of students,” Quinn said. The Student Fee Advisory Committee is made up of both students and administration, including the Dean of Students, Tonantzin Oseguera, and ASI President Rohullah Latif, who were both present at the meeting. Quinn, who is studying history, said the committee may have a narrow majority of students—seven of the 13 voting members are students—but the administration and faculty on the committee are not paying the bill for this new fee. As a result, he said, those members are more comfortable with having students pay more. “It takes a lot away from the legitimacy of the committee to

MARIAH CARRILLO / Daily Titan Ryan Quinn, representing Students for Quality Education, asked ASI Board of Directors members to pledge against raising student costs through the Student Success Initiative. So far, one board member has agreed.

basically up the fee of students,” he said. Quinn said he is hopeful that the sky’s the limit in terms of how many petition signatures he can obtain in opposition of the fee increase with the backing of SQE and other organizations in the next few weeks. In the public comment portion of the meeting, Quinn presented his petition to the board. A few members, including ASI Board Chair Jonathan Kwok, acknowledged Quinn’s concerns. “Ryan has a point; students don’t know that this fee is going

ART EXPRESSION Dean of the College of Arts recalls students’ accomplishments in OLLI speaking series

advising and upgrading university Wi-Fi networks and other related technologies. ASI Chief Governmental Officer Harpreet Bath, also a member of the advisory committee, explained the steps ASI Lobby Corps has been taking to advocate for students. “This year, Lobby Corps has made it their function to make sure that we are advocating on behalf of our 38-plus thousand students,” Bath said. SEE ASI, 3

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up,” Kwok said. “I think a lot of us believe that it is the university’s responsibility (to inform us of the increase) since they’re asking for us to ask for this money; why aren’t they providing for it?” The need for an increased amount of revenue for student services is identified as one of the main goals in CSUF’s strategic plan from 2013 to 2018. Among the improvements discussed in relation to the proposed initiative are a 24/7 library during finals week and possibly other times of high student demand, expanded academic and career

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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) hosted Joseph Arnold, Ph.D., Cal State Fullerton’s dean of the College of Arts, in a speaking engagement Tuesday morning as part of the institute’s new series, “Tales of a Great University, in a Period of Unprecedented Change.” The series will take place in the Mackey Auditorium at the Ruby Gerontology Center on campus every other Tuesday this semester and will focus on CSUF’s ongoing programs, activities and challenges. Arnold highlighted the Art Department’s involvement with community outreach in spreading awareness and gaining the interests of local high school and community

college students to enroll in the university’s arts programs. The dean also touted the university’s ongoing relationship with Viacomowned media giant Nickelodeon, noting that CSUF has recently entered into an agreement with the network and pitched them an animated series—created by students and alumni. Arnold said the university sells over 400 performances a year, and is dedicated to being an important part of the local culture in Orange County. He encouraged attendees to bring a friend to shows and performances being offered on campus, saying that the best publicity they could have is through word of mouth. Michael Stover, OLLI’s president, said he is looking forward to the collaborative opportunity that the series will offer. “We’ll go through all eight of the colleges, many of the divisions of the university; we hope to get

over other key speakers like many of the vice presidents of the university too,” Stover said. OLLI invites guest speakers who are highly instrumental in making CSUF a success and allows them to discuss their respective duties, achievements and ongoing challenges that they are faced with in an effort to gain success or keep the momentum going.

“We want to become helpers in making student success more and more a probability, not a chance draw.” MICHAEL STOVER OLLI President

“(The series allows) the university leaders to come talk to us, talk to anyone else in the public ... We give them a positive forum to tell the story of this

university at this time,” Stover said. Each of the class sessions will be offered at no cost to students who would like to attend. The classes will introduce a different leader from one of the university’s eight colleges. Students are encouraged to check out OLLI’s website for upcoming speaking engagements, which are followed by a Q-and-A session. The remaining four classes are scheduled to take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 18, March 4, March 18 and April 8. President Mildred García and her leadership team also will be invited to discuss university strategic plans. Other campus leaders may speak on the role of sports in education and campus facilities planning. “We want to become helpers in making student success more and more a probability, not a chance draw,” Stover said. “So we want close university relations.”

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Over 400 live performances and events hosted each year Guest speakers have included Butch Hartman, creator of The Fairly OddParents Internship program includes over 100 outside firms Visual arts faculty have had work featured in 29 major museums worldwide University Singers group has toured internationally, including in Portugal and Italy Manages dedicated Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana Over 30 student artists have taken part in its artist-in-residence program Printed over 20 publications and produced 17 fine art prints

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A woman and her boyfriend were charged with killing her 3-year-old daughter Tuesday in Northern California, according to the Sacramento Bee. Kayleigh Slusher’s body was put into a suitcase and stored in a freezer by mother Sara Krueger and her boyfriend, Ryan Scott Warner, in Napa Valley. The couple was charged with murder and assault on a child. If convicted, the two could each end up being sentenced to 25 years of prison. The couple is suspected to have killed Slusher on Jan 30. Slusher’s body had signs of sexual assault and blunt-force trauma.

Sixteen juveniles were rescued by the FBI from forced prostitution during the Super Bowl celebrations in and around New Jersey, according to USA Today. The teens, ages 13 to 17 years old, were found in four states. Some of them were victims of international sex trafficking operations. Authorities also saved over 50 women who were forced to have sex for money and arrested more than 45 pimps and their helpers. The two-week rescue operation was six months in the making and involved FBI officers and around 50 other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.

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ELEONOR SEGURA / Daily Titan OLLI instructor Michael Shelton leads the vocalists during the Musical Performances Christmas Program in December at the Ruby Gerontology Center.

OLLI celebrates milestone year OLLI Continued from PAGE 1

As a member for over 12 years, Armstrong has been fairly active with the university and OLLI. “I enjoy it because you can share your thoughts with retired people from different backgrounds,” he said. Carl Richard, 68, has been with OLLI since 2006, leads two discussion groups called OLLI Sports Talk and Behind the News. His sports discussions touch on current and old sports topics, focusing on a wide spectrum of sports. “We talk about all of them, basically, especially the Super Bowl, the NFL and the NBA,” Richard said. “We will start talking about Olympics now that they are coming up.” In his other class, “Behind the News,” current news issues are examined. “We can get a little discussion and debate going and argue points of view but we try to do it in a civil manner most of the time, because it

frequently does involve politics,” Richard said. Claire Curran, a retired travel agent, is a coordinator for the class called The Critics’ Choice. In this class, movie fans watch previews and reviews of current films being released and then take part in a discussion afterwards. Curran has been with OLLI for over 15 years and humorously calls OLLI members OPALS, which she said stands for “older people with active lifestyles.” Volunteerism is a key component within OLLI. Annually, more than 400 OLLI members volunteer in support of OLLI activities. Without their work, OLLI would not be what it is today. With the collaboration of OLLI members, instructors and volunteers, OLLI has progressed into a thriving community. Overall, CSUF’s Osher affiliation has generated more than $2.2 million in endowments and grants. These funds and contributions keep fees affordable for

OLLI members. Sam Sumanth, 64, a retired air pollution engineer, has been a member for two years. As a citizen of India, Sumanth traveled to the United States over 40 years ago. “When you first come you are separated from your culture, your friends and all your ties. All your bonds are back there,” he said. Before Sumanth retired, he originally planned to return to India. However, once he discovered OLLI, his plans changed. “I was 99 percent sure I was going to go back to India, and then I found this place. This place is so warm and social and it keeps your mind busy,” Sumanth said. “Now it is 99 percent the other way; I don’t want to go back.” Being a member of OLLI has helped Sumanth overcome feeling isolated. “This is the best batch of Americans I have ever met,” he said. “After 40 years I have suddenly come alive in this country.”

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Arrest made in Yorba Linda death A 35-year-old man was arrested after an unidentified woman was found dead in an upscale neighborhood in Yorba Linda Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Times. The body of the unidentified female was found at about 5:40 a.m. by several bicyclists near Deodar Drive and Live Oak Lane. Police do not yet know if the victim had any relationship with the suspect, a Yorba Linda resident, and have not yet released his name, as the investigation is still ongoing. Investigators believe this is an isolated incident and that the community is not in danger. SASHA BELANI

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FORUM Continued from PAGE 1

Lea Jarnagin, associate vice president of Student Affairs, told students that their involvement in the fee approval process is important. “You’re going to see some proposals today … and the students get to shape what any new fee would potentially look like through this consultation process,” Jarnagin said. Anne Harmon, a graduate assistant at CSUF, gave a presentation stressing how the new fee could benefit the Irvine Campus. Additional revenue could allow for a new cultural center for the Irvine branch, she said. “(That’s) a great opportunity to see what services we can bring, and that space can provide,” Harmon said. “Especially … bringing a cultural center onto the campus here.” Jarnagin related her own experience at Cal State San Marcos, which started as a branch campus of San Diego State University, and stressed that Irvine specifically could benefit from the proposed fees. “I know that at smaller campuses, branch campuses, campuses that are starting up, right now your experience here is what it is because of what can be provided,” Jarnagin said. “All of those issues that (students) are facing on the main campus, you’re facing here.” Summing up, Harmon once again stressed the boost to students that the proposed fees could provide. “This is really our investment in our future. The more we can invest financially in the resources that we need and desire as students, the

Initial proposals from the Student Fee Advisory Committee call for a new $240.50 mandatory fee per semester phased in over three years $1,520,000 per semester would go to expanding library hours, expanding academic advising and increasing course availability $855,000 per semester would go to career centers and expanding supplemental instruction

ETHAN HAWKES / Daily Titan Anne Harmon, a graduate assistant, explains the fee to a small group of students in the Irvine Campus’ Titan Student Union.

more the university can give us,” she said. Cynthia Olea, a junior public administration major, said she had not heard of the initiative before the presentation, but it piqued her interest with the mention of added classes. “I work full time and go (to school) at night, and I have issues finding courses that are applicable to my degree in the evenings,” Olea said. Forums are scheduled throughout the next two weeks. The next open forum is scheduled for Thursday at the Irvine Campus, and starting Monday, four will be held at the main campus. As of late Tuesday night, the online survey is not yet available for students to provide feedback.

$1,254,000 per semester would support atheltics and alumni student services $2,755,000 per semester would expand athletic facilities and go to student centers $685,000 per semester would go to veteran student services, disability support services and diversity education initiatives $1,140,000 per semester would go toward instructional software and classroom technology

ETHAN HAWKES / Daily Titan Anne Harmon, a graduate assistant, explains one aspect of the Student Success Initiative, a proposed $240.50 fee that will be tailored based on feedback gathered from students.

$950,000 per semester would expand Wi-Fi and other technology services

Student airs concerns to ASI ASI Continued from PAGE 1

Although advocacy and lobbying efforts have continued, CSUF receives the least amount of funding from the state per student

in the entire 23-campus California State University system. CSUF is also ranked 21st in the amount of mandatory fees it charges students to attend. In an effort to combat

this funding crisis, the university has introduced the Student Success Initiative, which asks students themselves to pay more for services that could potentially be provided.

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MARIAH CARRILLO / Daily Titan Jonathan Kwok, who represents the College of the Arts on the ASI Board of Directors, did not sign the petition presented by Ryan Quinn, history graduate student, but agreed with him on his assertion that the university has not sufficiently explained the Student Success Initiative.

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Comic-con frustrations

Hunger Games, it was not impossible with the former JULIA system. GUTIERREZ During 2013 preregistration and registration, buyers Daily Titan were put in line according to when they entered the waiting room. In other words, Distributing badges if a person was the 1,000th randomly does not person to get into the regislevel the playing field tration, they were 1,000th in line to buy a badge. This meant buyers had After months of waiting, to plan accordingly, wake Comic-Con veterans and up on time and have credit hopeful newcomers finally cards ready. It is exhausting received the updates they and stressful, but not completely impossible. had been waiting for. Randomizing spots in the By this time of the year, most people have their waiting room seems to be badges purchased and ho- even more of a gamble. Some of the changes made tel rooms booked for the San Diego event in July. But are understandable. For exafter constant complaints ample, buyers will only be that the convention is too able to use one device and difficult to attend, Comic- browser of their choice to Con International has made purchase. A registration many changes to its regis- code will be emailed before tration system in partner- sales begin. The code will ship with Event Planning be registered to the browsInternational Corporation er and device that a buyer is using. (EPIC). Creating methods to While an improvement was desperately needed, prevent the website from the latest change to the sys- crashing is important to tem seems more unfair and ensure everyone gets a fair complicated than it was shot. However, the waiting room is no longer fairly previously. The organization has had weighted. Preregistration, which octrouble with the website crashing during registra- curs for guests who attendtion, which has contributed ed the convention the previto people’s inability to buy ous year, will also follow this new system. badges. Convention goers who In the past, Comic-Con International has used var- have turned Comic-Con into ious methods for selling a tradition are even more badges to prospective con- uncertain about attendvention goers. They have ing than they normally are. People used switched from to have conone online While an cerns about sales system improvement whether or to another, and made the was desperately not they could get a badge for decision to no longer sell needed, the latest preview night. Now people badges on site. change to the are concerned These changsystem seems about getes were made to alleviate more unfair and ting a badge for any day at some of the complicated than all. problems. With preA l t h o u g h it was previously. reg ist rat ion much has improved since the 2011 melt- just days away, there are down of the organization’s also concerns about how former registration compa- complicated the process ny, TicketLeap, the latest will be. The updates to the system “improvements” don’t exactare so confusing that Comicly level the playing field. According to Toucan, Con International posted Comic-Con International’s a tutorial on YouTube and official blog, once hopeful Vimeo about how to register badge purchasers begin to to buy badges. Simple inregister through EPIC, they structions about the process will first go through a land- do not seem to be feasible at ing page and will eventually this point. be given a random place in The process is stressful evline in the system’s virtual ery year, but these changes waiting room. This means make matters worse. it is no longer a first-come, Whether or not it is first-serve basis. possible for Comic-Con While many complain International to ever make that getting badges for buying badges fair for all is Comic-Con was more dif- a question that may never ficult than winning the be answered.

illustration by MIKE TRUJILLO/ Daily Titan Gloves should be required in fast food establishments where workers might not have too much experience. Fine dining establishments should not be under the same rules considering they have chefs that are more knowledgeable in proper hygiene techniques.

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Gloves should not be required at every step of preparing food Restaurant chefs and bartenders should not have to wear gloves while preparing food and drinks, but instead should regularly wash their hands when handling ready-to-eat foods and garnishing custom-made cocktails. Recent changes to the California Retail Code that went into effect at the beginning of 2014 require chefs and bartenders, who are hands on with preparation of drinks and ready-to-eat foods, to wear gloves. The law is designed to protect Californians from consuming contaminated food. In an effort to prevent

this nature should already have its own standards and regulations when it comes to appropriate food preparation, like washing hands thoroughly prior to prep. Sushi is one of those foods that may become difficult to handle for chefs if gloves are on. It’s similar to telling an artist to use a different kind of paint brush when painting what he or she considers a masterpiece. Instead of pushing this new law into effect, Gov. Jerry Brown and California lawmakers alike should consider reinforcing the concept of general hygiene practices. Instead of wearing gloves, chefs and bartenders should be required to wash their hands every 15 to 20 minutes to ensure cleanliness. This way there won’t be as much resistance and confusion over the newly implemented policy of glove wearing. Until studies have been performed to prove otherwise, we can agree that

the false sense of security gloves give the wearer may also contribute to not changing into a new pair of gloves as frequently needed. Another issue arises when handlers are also taking on cashiering duties. In this case gloves should always be worn when stepping back into the kitchen. Gloves can be a good addition in fast food settings but the struggle with hand washing compliance is the bigger issue at hand. If worn for long periods of time plastic gloves can actually become a haven for virus particles and bacterial infections alike. Regardless, chefs should take their duties as seriously as surgeons do because they’re instrumental in impacting the human body with their hands. Chefs in many respects are also artists in their own right and we should allow them the option to prepare their food masterpieces without the use of gloves.

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foodborne illness, employees are expected avoid direct contact with exposed foods. According to the Los Angeles Times, the law will undergo a soft roll-out during the next six months. No points will be deducted during health inspections when food handlers are not wearing gloves, but restaurant operators will receive a warning instead. Many chefs have reacted negatively to the new law and rightfully so. Many have called it wasteful, and environmentally detrimental. The plastic disposable gloves ultimately end up in the trash, tarnishing the environment. Sushi chefs seem to be more sensitive to this new law because of the process and passion for preparation of sushi dishes. Sushi is not the type of food typically found in a fast food establishment. Sushi connoisseurs seek places that offer the highest quality ingredients. This means a restaurant of

Technology is not the answer to improving classrooms From switching to textbooks for an e-book on a tablet to using computers for teaching lessons, technology usage in classrooms is increasing at an alarming rate through American school systems. While it is clear that technology can teach, demonstrate and explain ideas that cannot be as easily as depicted in a physical textbook, any technological device is not only expensive but can also easily become a hinderance. While technology usage is increasing in the K-12 public school system, so are budget cuts. Budget cuts are leaving teachers

underpaid or unemployed. It is also the cause of cutting core elective classes such as music and art. Although it is true that technology can be beneficial to students across America, there needs to be other systems put into place and perfected before the prevalence of technology in classrooms should be increased any further. According to a PBS survey, 69 percent of teachers said the use of technology has allowed them to “do much more than ever before.” However, a teacher’s main role is to educate the children in the classroom. If tablets and computers are constantly relied on to teach, then what is the duty of the teacher? Many school systems like the idea of using a tablet to read e-books because textbooks are heavy and often difficult to lug to and from school. While it is true that it would be more convenient to carry a lightweight tablet to class versus five

textbooks, it is unrealistic for most schools. It is rare that students in K-12 school systems understand the price of education. Textbooks are expensive as well, sometimes even comparable to the cost of a tablet. Textbooks are dropped, spilled on and ripped. What will happen to the computers in classrooms or the tablets that get to go home with the students? There are school systems across America that can hardly afford textbooks. If a school in a higher income area is learning on iPads and other kids are learning on old, outdated and torn textbooks, how can they expect them to compete with one another in a career-driven world? The issue of technology in the classroom also extends to the issue of Americans spending too much time with gadgets in front of their eyes. By the year 2015, Americans will consume 15.5 hours worth of media every day.

That’s a lot of time away from what should matter more, spending time with one another. Many people are concerned that the youth of America is growing up addicted to technology. They rush home to play their video games, check constantly for the latest picture on Instagram and only communicate through text messaging. Allowing technology in classrooms will only make the reliance of technology more problematic. The prevalence of technology in the classroom can also lessen the amount of interaction between classmates. There’s little point in talking to the guy to the left or the girl to the right if a device can supply the answer needed. The tablet or laptop can take the place of the wouldbe partner. While technology can often be used for great tasks, relying on it in classrooms is not something that American K-12 students or school systems are prepared for.

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BRANDON HICKS / Daily Titan The exhibit showcases oil paintings and sculptures including the piece called Peep-a-Sphinxter. The pieces follow Hess’ theme of the human condition, characterized by subtle hunts of humor.

Gallery exhibit hosts five decades of art Vienna-trained artist portrays the human condition through art BRANDON HICKS Daily Titan

A culmination of detail-oriented and masterful figurative oil paintings of an Austrian taught artist is currently being exhibited on campus. The Begovich Gallery at Cal State Fullerton and The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery (LAMAG) at Barnsdall Park are displaying five decades of work by artist F. Scott Hess. The show, appropriately titled “F. Scott Hess: Retrospective,” showcases numerous works, each with either its own narrative or commentary on culture. These telling, emotive and sometimes humorous pieces poke sharp quips at the sublime plights of the human condition. An amazing example of this wit is displayed in Generation where we see a young painter giving a donation to a sperm bank.

This artistic process plays on the mantras of the starving artist and his 15 minutes of fame. Also notable is a sculpture marked as Peepa-Sphinxter where an Egyptian inspired Sphinx is set up to play a film that can only be seen by peering into the sexualized sculpture’s rear end. These witticisms, however, are but one part of the multifaceted collection of works featured. Other works depict scenes and moments of everyday life that aim to capture minute occurrences in an ever still frame. One such work entitled Thief moves to convey a literal deflowering juxtaposed against the scene of a young vulnerable woman fast asleep. Another, called Spaghetti and Meatballs, displays a series of moments across the canvas between two figures in a state of distress and quarrel, contrasted against a moment of spilled spaghetti. Though the aim of Hess’ style is by no means photo-realistic, a sense of

actuality is perceived upon viewing due to the masterful use of light and shadow, figure and the miniscule details within the substantially sized images. These techniques allow the viewer to become engaged and lost in the cinematically influenced works.

“Other works depict scenes and moments of everyday life that aim to capture minute occurrences in an ever still frame.” Hess, who began drawing as a teenager, said he appreciates the art of Vienna. In his college years, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Hess became so inspired by these old masters that he decided to move to Vienna to become an artist upon receiving his bachelor’s degree.

BRANDON HICKS / Daily Titan Large oil paintings throughout the gallery take on unconventional forms in both substance and shape to draw the audience’s eye.

In Austria, Hess took his portfolio to the Academy of Fine Art, where he was immediately offered a studentship under Rudolf Hausner, a founder of the Viennese realist group he was so fond of. The reviewer liked Hess’ work so much he bought one on the spot. After more than five years

abroad, he returned to the United States in 1984, where his career took off. Hess currently resides in Los Angeles, where he has taught painting for over a decade. He works as a professor at the Laguna College of Art and Design. Those fortunate enough to have the opportunity to

visit The Begovich Gallery on the southwest side of campus may do so during open gallery hours from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. “F. Scott Hess: Retrospective” will be featured at the gallery until Feb. 27.

CSUF professor honors musical mentors through tribute concert Tribute concerts are becoming a theme for CSUF music professors MICHAEL HUNTLEY Daily Titan

Accomplished pianist and Cal State Fullerton music professor Rob Watson, Ph.D., will perform a tribute recital at Meng Concert Hall on Feb. 8. The recital titled A Tribute To My Teachers will feature Watson playing works that he learned from the instruction and inspiration of his teachers, which will included pieces by Frederic Chopin, Johann Sebastian Bach, Robert Schumann and more. “I got to thinking about this point in my career, how it is that I got here,” Watson said. “And I just thought, ‘You know, I’d really like to do a concert because there still are two who are alive and kicking’ ... And I thought I would love to do a concert and honor them.” Unfortunately, the two professors still living will be unable to attend the performance. Nicolas Constantinidis, a blind Greek pianist who taught at the University of Akron, cannot attend due to an illness. Thomas La Ratta, from whom Watson received private music lessons at the University of

Notre Dame de Namur, cannot attend due to a prior commitment. La Ratta is still teaching at the Crestmont Conservatory of Music and is conducting scholarship auditions. “I am looking forward to Dr. Watson’s performance for many reasons,” CSUF professor Alison Edwards said. “First of all, he is a very exciting performer and he is expressive. He has something in store for us. I think that’s extra special this time because of his connection with his teachers.” Edwards just performed a tribute to her teacher, former CSUF piano faculty member Earle C. Voorhies, on Jan. 31. “I think this is our theme this month. We’re honoring our teachers,” Edwards said. Lawrence Escamilla, a senior and student of Watson’s, said Watson has a unique stage presence that draws in his audiences. Escamilla said his performances will have “a lot of emotion to them.” He is dedicating his performance of Bach’s “Partita in E minor” to his piano and organ teacher during his high school years, Mrs. Reginald (Ruth) Hamlin. Watson was not originally a fan of Bach’s work despite Hamlin’s commitment to him. That has since changed and Watson has recently performed two Bach pieces.

“I didn’t like the music of Bach when I studied with her,” Watson said. “I had come around to my own appreciation and how I want to play Bach’s music on the piano. That’s part of the reason you’re getting Bach now as much as you are.” After playing the oboe in his early college years, Watson studied the piano with Constantinidis. He helped Watson realize that his primary focus should be the piano. Watson will perform “Suite, For a Little White Seashell, Op. 1” by Manos Hadjidakis in Constantinidis’ honor. It is a work that Constantinidis recorded and is a unique blend of Greek folk idioms, 20th century styles and pairs of songs and dances. After moving back to California, Watson was a private student of Thomas La Ratta. Under La Ratta’s instruction, Watson learned the works of Chopin, which became central to his career. He will perform “Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58” by Chopin in La Ratta’s honor. He never studied Chopin’s third Sonata with La Ratta but is dedicating it to him because of the wealth of literature Watson learned from him. He is performing two pieces by Schumann: “Widmung” and “Romance in F sharp

major, Op. 28, No. 2.” These are a tribute to Laura Nast Nicolaisen with whom he studied the two pieces. He studied with Nicolaisen in Belmont. The performance will be held Saturday Feb. 8 in the Meng Concert Hall of Clayes

Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and $13 for students if purchased in advance. For more information about Watson’s upcoming performance, go to Fullerton.edu/ Arts.

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ALBUM REVIEW

FEBRUARY 5, 2014 WEDNESDAY

Wonderland

Swedish electro-pop solo artist premieres sophomore album in the US ZACK JOHNSTON & MIA MCCORMICK Daily Titan

Swedish electro-pop artist ceo released his sophomore album, Wonderland, on Tuesday in the United States. The album is a colorful blend of electronic beats, orchestral instruments and complex vocal layering. Eric Berglund, formerly part of Swedish duo the Tough Alliance, is ceo. He began this solo project with the help of producer Kendal Johansson in June 2010 after the Tough Alliance’s third album, New Chance, was released. His first solo album, White Magic, introduced ceo into the world of Swedish electro-pop music with its use of spoken sound bites and a unique mix of instrumental and synthesized musical composition. He has a sound reminiscent of ‘80s pop, with an upbeat lyrical style that blends electronic musical patterns almost reminiscent of bubblegum pop throughout the album. A playful and experimental sound permeates through each song in Wonderland. The album’s title track, “Wonderland,” utilizes unconventional sound elements backed up by synthesized dance beats with an obvious Swedish influence. The track takes you through an experience similar to what one might encounter when traveling through a Willy Wonka or Candyland-like atmosphere. It appeals to a

Courtesy of ceo Wonderland was officially released in the United Kingdom and Europe on Feb. 3 and in the United States on Feb. 4.

childlike sense of wonder with a dark and twisted taste. It features a very childlike resonance along with dark undertones. Similar tracks such as “OMG” have very chaotic and animalistic noises that appeal to a certain id within the listener. Listeners may feel as if they’re watching a horror movie one minute, and then want to get up and dance the next minute. The album contains eight tracks, ranging from more calming melodies with smooth sound elements to hard dance beats that are typical of the Swedish electro-pop style. Wonderland kicks off with a punchy pop track, “Whorehouse.” The song’s high amounts of energy get the album going strong and grasp the listener’s attention. The use of electronic sounds and beats is a staple

for ceo’s music in songs like “Mirage” and “Ultrakaos.” Their rhythmic melodies and percussion make Wonderland the perfect soundtrack to any party or club scene. The conflicting tones of softness and anxiety take the listener through a satisfying and entertaining journey. Each song explores elaborate emotional themes using both their engaging lyrics and compelling sounds. In songs like “Harikiri” and “Juju,” the band takes a break from its usual high-energy sound for a lighter and more easy-listening tone. Simplistic instrumentals and reverb-soaked vocals create relaxing and uplifting melodies. Atmospheric and oceanic sounds float among the electronic tones and create an even balance in the

Courtesy of ceo Eric Berglund, who is the name behind ceo, previously made up one half of the Swedish duo the Tough Alliance before branching out on his own in 2010.

album. Wonderland will appeal to any mainstream pop music lover while offering a unique and original style. Even those who don’t necessarily enjoy pop music

can appreciate the album’s fluid contemporary indie sounds. The album is released under the Modular Recordings label. Eric Berglund is also the co-owner of the

label Sincerely Yours, which boasts artists like Air France, Memory Tapes and Honeydrips on its roster.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2014 WEDNESDAY

CSUF ready for two game road trip Titans looking to improve on early Big West road struggles JOHNNY NAVARRETTE Daily Titan

The Cal State Fullerton men’s basketball team will look to finish its threegame Big West Conference road trip on a positive note as they travel to face UC Riverside and Cal State Northridge this week. On Thursday, the Titans (7-13, 2-4 Big West) will take on UCR (7-14, 2-5 Big West). Earlier this season, the Titans defeated the Highlanders in their Big West opener, 78-73. Senior guard Michael Williams led the team with 21 points while junior forward Steve McClellan scored 13 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the win. This season, the Titans are winless on the road in conference play. Coming off a loss at the hands of rivals Long Beach State, the Titans will look to get back on track against a Highlanders team, who are 2-6 in their last eight games. Williams leads the way for the Titans, averaging 16.1 points this season. He has stepped up his game in conference play, averaging 18.2 points in six games against Big West opponents. Junior guard Alex Harris is also a big contributor for CSUF, averaging 13.2 points this season. Harris scored a career-high 22 points in a 74-72 victory over UC Santa Barbara on Jan. 25.

The Highlanders, who are coming off a 93-89 overtime loss against CSUN, are led by senior forward Chris Patton, who is averaging 13.4 points this season, and sophomore forward Taylor Johns, who averages 12.6 points. In the first meeting earlier this season, Johns scored 21 points and brought down 10 rebounds against the Titans. A key to victory for the Titans will be their ability to prevent the Highlanders from getting to the line. UCR leads the conference in free-throw attempts and free throws made, so the Titans’ interior defense will face a tough challenge staying out of foul trouble Thursday night. The Titans will face CSUN (11-12, 3-5 Big West) in their final game of the road trip on Saturday. This will be their first meeting this season, with their second meeting coming at the end of February. The Matadors are coming off a 77-63 loss to Hawai’i and will face UC Davis on Thursday before welcoming the Titans to The Matadome. Forward Stephen Maxwell leads the way for the Matadors in both scoring and rebounding. The junior is averaging 17 points and 8.9 rebounds this season. Another player to watch is junior guard Stephan Hicks, who is averaging 16.3 points. Last season, the Titans split their two meetings with the Matadors. Coming into this game, the Matadors have lost five out of their last six games, with four of them in

DTBRIEFS CSUF ranked No. 1 in three early polls

MARIAH CARRILLO / Daily Titan Senior guard Michael Williams leads the Titans as they travel to UC Riverside and Cal State Northridge this upcoming weekend, looking to improve their underwhelming road record.

double-digit fashion. The Matadors hope to end the season strong in Head Coach Reggie Theus’ first season at the helm. The hiring of Theus last spring brought some excitement to the Matadors basketball program. Theus, a first-round draft pick by the Chicago

Bulls in 1978, enjoyed a 13-year NBA career before coaching stints with New Mexico State University, the Sacramento Kings and the Los Angeles D-Fenders of the NBA D-League. With the Big West Tournament on the horizon, CSUF and the rest of the conference will be looking

to end the season strong to solidify their tournament seeding. The Titans will face UCR on Thursday at 7 p.m. before they take on CSUN on Sat. at 7 p.m. For more information on the CSUF men’s basketball team and all Titan Athletics, go to FullertonTitans.com.

The Cal State Fullerton baseball team heads into the 2014 season with No. 1 rankings in various preseason polls, along with many other accolades. The Titans received their third No. 1 ranking out of five polls when the National Collegiate Baseball Writer’s Association’s Preseason Division I poll was released Monday. Fullerton was also ranked first in the USA Today Top 25 Preseason Coaches Poll and in the Collegiate Baseball rankings. The Titans were ranked No. 2 in the Perfect Game Preseason College Top 25 poll and No. 4 in the Baseball America rankings. CSUF returns 18 players from the 2013 squad and has the No. 7 recruiting class, according to Collegiate Baseball. The Titans will look to live up to their high expectations as they open the season at Goodwin Field against the Washington State Cougars on Friday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. IAN O’BRIEN

Titans play host to conference foes CSUF faces tough Big West teams to end homestand MICHAEL HUNTLEY Daily Titan

The Cal State Fullerton women’s basketball team will look to end their homestand positively. The Titans (7-12, 3-3 Big West) started the weeklong homestand on a rough note, losing 83-64 to Long Beach State on Saturday. They settled for a season-high 41 three-point shots and only shot 28.8 percent from the field. The Titans will host UC Riverside (4-16, 0-7 Big West) on Thursday night. The two teams met earlier this season on Jan. 9. The Titans came out on top 82-78 at the SRC Arena. In their previous matchup, the Titans were led by junior guard Tailer Butler who had 19 points and three steals. She was an outstanding 5-for-6 from behind the arc in that game and was a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Butler struggled against Long Beach State Saturday getting into foul trouble early. She played most of the second half with four fouls. She had 14 points but was only 26.6 percent from the field. Senior guard Alex Thomas also had an impressive game against UCR this season. She had a season-high six assists and played impressive defense with three steals in that game. Thomas was the Titans’ leading scorer against the 49ers during Saturday’s game with 20 points.

The Titans hope to get more minutes out of starting junior forward Kathleen Iwuoha this weekend who had a season-low 19 minutes and a season-low four points against Long Beach State. Iwuoha is the team leader in rebounds with 6.7, which is fifth in the Big West in that category. UCR is led by sophomore guard Brittany Crain. She averages 18.5 points per game and scored a game-high 25 points in her previous matchup against the Titans. Crain leads UCR in every shooting category and had scored in double figures in a school record 26 consecutive games. The Titans will host a tough Cal State Northridge (10-12, 6-2 Big West) team on Saturday night. It will be the first meeting between the two teams this season. CSUN is in second place in the Big West behind conference leader Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. They played a tough preseason schedule against teams like Sacramento State and Brigham Young

University and entered Big West play with a 4-10 record. CSUN is led by junior guard Ashley Guay, who is a two-time Big West Player of the Week. Against UC Irvine on Jan. 23, she had 32 points and a school record eight three-pointers. Two nights later, against Long Beach State, she had her second double-double with a 21-point, 10-rebound effort in a blowout win. She surpassed 1,000 career points and is only four assists away from breaking a school record. CSUN is led by junior guard Janae Sharpe, who has averaged 16 points per game and has shot better in every offensive category once Big West play started. Sharpe was Big West Freshman of the Year in 2011-2012 and has been Big West Player of the Week once this season. After allowing a season-high 83 points against Long Beach State, the Titans need to step up their defensive game to win this weekend.

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