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Six songs to get you through graduation alive A list of tracks to help ease the transition into the real world.

of blaring horns, make for a good accompanying soundtrack to wrap your hand around that diploma.

BRANDON PHO News Editor

As a sophomore who may or may not have enough credits to get to junior standing, my cap and gown seem to sit at a remote mountaintop. So for those of you graduating, I can’t say I feel your pain. But I do know of a few tracks that might help. You’ve managed to attain your degree. Here’s a list of songs to help you shake off all the anxieties that accompany that last leap into adulthood. We Major - Kanye West (Ft. Nas & Really Doe) If nothing else, at least the assertive, outspoken and exuberant qualities of Mr. West that we heard from early albums like “Late Registration” and “Graduation” have managed to endure. The neat and upbeat style of Kanye’s self-affirmations, laid against a rising swell

How Much a Dollar Cost - Kendrick Lamar (Ft. James Fauntleroy & Ronald Isley) The Compton rapper’s meditation on wealth and the value of a single dollar might hit a little too close to home for some graduates walking off the graduation stage into a life of debt and entry-level salaries. But it’s also a sobering reminder of the necessity of coin. Work Remix - ASAP Ferg (Ft. ASAP Rocky, French Montana, Trinidad James & Schoolboy Q) While you may have listened to this song while wall-twerking as a wild-and-out freshman, the explosive, star-studded track might take on a whole new meaning as you prepare yourself for that long and dreaded job search. Hopefully your job prospects don’t end up so bad that you’ll resort to merchandising

dope and other related paraphernalia on Hoover Street.

Kickin’ Back - Mila J There are songs for the money-driven and eager-to-work graduates, and there are ones for those who stay put on the philosophy that good things come to those who wait. Also known as Jamila Akiko Aba Chilombo, Mila J says in her song “Kickin’ Back” that the first thing she thinks about when coming home isn’t work; she’s thinking about being anything but productive, doing things like rolling weed and putting her phone on airplane mode. For graduates who might want to put off the job search and take some time for themselves, putting their phones on airplane mode might be just the thing to do, especially when mom is harping on you over text to find work and start your life. Dis Generation - A Tribe Called Quest As a college graduate in a period of both

political tumult and technological inspiration, you carry the most promise for world change. So let Q-Tip, Phife, Ali and Jarobi serve as your guides through this meditation on the millennial generation, when on the path to that change.

Can I Kick It? - A Tribe Called Quest Perhaps an ode to the group’s unbeaten, unstifled and uproarious spirit, this 1990 hit single is titled to ask a very simple question that invites confidence and positivity. The response to the title, “Yes you can,” then beckons the Tribe to drop some knowledge about their uniqueness and superiority in both rhythm and luxurious guitar strums. This song is probably the best one to start off commencement, a time when conflicted feelings of excitement and vulnerability are at an all-time high. When in doubt, just repeat the chorus’ mantra to yourself. And be sure to place extra emphasis on the “Yes you can” as you turn your tassel.

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Helpful interview tactics to attract future employers Deep breathing and stretching are key when it comes to relaxing before a one-on-one. JACOB TATHAM Staff Writer

Looming worries about the job market often linger in the back of many students’ heads as they revel in the accomplishment of graduating. One particularly nerve-inducing aspect is that of the dreaded interview. Soon-to-be graduates need not fear though because nailing their forthcoming job interviews and getting off on the right foot in their professional careers is well within their reach. First, it is extremely important to relax. Although hackneyed advice, a 2016 study conducted by the Idiap Research Institute found that job applicants who were visibly stressed during interviews were viewed as less hirable. Admittedly, this knowledge may add even more stress for some, but staying poised and confident is key, especially at the beginning of the process. Another study done in 2014 from the University of Glasgow asserts that accurate judgements about one’s personality can be made from a first impression, so it’s very important to make the most of that first moment. Slow, deep breathing along with stretching are effective ways to reduce stress, according to Harvard Medical School. Another more subtle way to display confidence to an employer is through nonverbal posturing. Amy Cuddy, a social psychologist, is a strong believer in the importance of body language. Her recommendations include sitting upright, making eye contact and relaxing one’s arms in their lap or on the arms of the chair. Cuddy also advises not to fidget and touch one’s hair or face as it can convey nervousness or distraction. It’s also important to keep everything in reasonable moderation, not going overboard with any one technique. While it was previously mentioned that

relaxation is important, that doesn’t mean winging it will yield the best results, as preparedness is highly recommended going into an interview. Ways to do this include practicing mock interviews, knowing what kind of questions to expect and researching the company. Laura Neal, college career specialist at CSUF for the arts department, suggests not only learning about the company, but also using LinkedIn to get an idea of who the recruiters are. This makes them less intimidating and gives yet another opportunity to impress a potential employer, rather than just making small talk. Getting an idea of the appropriate attire is another important part of preparation, Neal said. Depending on the company and industry, some employers may expect a full suit while others may be more laid back. However, it is usually better to err on the side of caution and dress well for interviews. “Even if they’re a casual company, as the person trying to get a job you always want to step up your game a little bit more,” Neal said. Many employers will try to throw the interviewee off their rhythm by asking intentionally difficult questions, but in these situations, confidence will usually be more important to the interviewer than correctness. “You’re just there to demonstrate how well you respond under pressure and stress more than anything,” Neal said. A common question across all job interviews that tends to cause uncertainty is “What is your greatest weakness?” Picking a glaring weakness is sure to cause concern from the company, even if the interviewee is being honest. Instead, it’s better to pick a more moderate weakness that either has a positive spin to it or a practical solution to improve it. Once the interview has finally concluded, it’s crucial to immediately follow up with an email or handwritten letter thanking the recruiter and anyone else who was there during the interview. This may seem like going above and beyond, but it is a simple and effective way of restating one’s eagerness and may just be the final touch to seal the deal.

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Five websites to aid your job search Indeed and CareerBuilder are some of the top databases for employers to post available positions. Resources like LinkedIn provide people a place to make connections. LAUREN JENNINGS Staff Writer

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Congratulations, you’ve just graduated. The only problem is you don’t have a job. However, with the internet being so widely accessible, job searching has never been so easy. There are a handful of websites that can help current students, and soon-to-be and recent graduates find their dream jobs. LinkedIn The most important website for networking. With over 500 million users as of January 2018 according to Omnicore, the site easily allows people to network with professionals, colleagues and classmates. LinkedIn also serves as a platform for companies to post job positions and allows users to apply directly from the app (so convenient). Users can follow whatever companies they want and the company’s updates will show up on the user’s homepage. That way, if you get an interview, you can flaunt that knowledge to really show the company you’re interested in the job. Indeed This site allows companies to post jobs on the site for free, making it one of the largest job searching sites in the world. According to the website, 9.8 jobs are posted per second annually, making it easy for users to find new jobs every day, so be sure to check back often. Indeed posts company reviews so users can easily decide if they want to apply to a company based on others’ experiences. The site allows users to search for jobs based on salary, location and experience level. CareerBuilder Here’s website that actively updates job postings every day, with three million new jobs posted monthly, according to the site. CareerBuilder allows users to browse for jobs based on category, location, job title or by company, much like Indeed. However, CareerBuilder also lets users upload a resume so companies that are relevant can look at it without an application. The website even has a section that lets users know which careers are on the rise based on social trends and data, which can be useful to know before accepting a job offer or applying in general. Glassdoor This website is mainly used to compile company reviews to help job searchers find the right fit for them. SEE NETWORK

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CSUF softball’s seniors paved the way for success JARED EPREM Sports Editor

Senior day is typically met with a mix of joyful and saddening emotions for most athletes. However, the graduating members of Cal State Fullerton softball will look back upon their final day of Big West conference play fondly as the Titans secured their third consecutive Big West conference championship. Fullerton overcame many obstacles during its quest to the three-peat, including multiple losing streaks and off-field issues that complicated matters for two of its three main pitchers. This season, the Titans hold their worst overall record of the last three seasons, but their best conference record over that same stretch. “For me personally, (winning our third straight Big West conference championship) is just a tribute to the seniors and the culture of excellence that they have created,” Titans head coach Kelly Ford said. Ford constructed one of the most difficult preseason schedules for CSUF, including games against USA Today’s No. 3 Oklahoma, No. 4 Florida, No. 6 Arizona State, No. 19 Kentucky and No. 24 UC Berkeley. She believed the early-season rigor would prepare the Titans for the difficulty of conference and help capture their third consecutive Big West title. Heading into conference play, Fullerton had lost nine of its last 13 games, including two blown leads in their final losses against Loyola Marymount. Once they entered the Big West, the Titans

rattled off six straight wins, which Ford attributed to the experience of the seniors. “They said ‘Hey, we’ll show you how to get this done in conference and they threw us on their backs and carried us,” Ford said. The following series was not as easy as CSUF hosted Long Beach State, which was ranked 18th nationally at the time and tied for first place in the conference. After losing 11-2 in the first game of the series, the Titans squeezed out two one-run victories over the 49ers, which ultimately decided who would take first place. Catcher Julia Valenzuela, who hit a walk-off double to deliver the final win of the series, said the experience and leadership of the seniors helps the team keep its head on straight. “The calmness that they bring is really helpful for our team because sometimes we’ll get too hyped up and overthink moments. They help us bring it back down to simplify the game and keep things as it is,” Valenzuela said. Pitcher Sophie Frost and Valenzuela said they both believe shortstop Shianne Brannan exhibits that calmness the best. Brannan said she feels its her job as a four-year starter to lead by example. “I know a lot of girls look to me because I’m so calm out there ... They can start thinking ‘Oh my gosh, we’re in first. We’re going to go (to the postseason)’ but we’re not there yet. We have to stick to that mindset one day at a time until we’re there,” Brannan said following the Long Beach series in April. Leading by example is common among the seniors. Third baseman Bryanna Ybarra sets the tone for her teammates by putting in work before, during

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Sammie Vandiver is one of two four-year starters on the CSUF softball team.

and after practice. Following a series sweep on the road against Hawaii, the Titans were given a day off after taking a red-eye flight to return to campus. During an interview with Ybarra the next day, she said she used the day off, but teammate and senior Brooke Clemetson interrupted to share an anecdote about her teammate’s nonstop work ethic. “We got back from Hawaii at 6:30 in the morning and she went to hit immediately. So, no, there isn’t a day she takes off,” Clemetson said. Even with countless hours of practice, fun remains the overwhelming theme of the 2018 team. CSUF’s hard work during practice is evident through its success, but the different ways the Titans keep spirits light often goes unnoticed. Brannan said that before every home game or road trip, Ford carves out an hour of time “to chill and de-stress.” Ybarra said this senior class made “dancing before games” and “turning up in the locker room” a priority because past senior classes had the tendency to

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The Titans’ third straight Big West title was brought forth by a cultural change.

BROOKE CLEMETSON Titans right fielder take the fun out of the sport. Because they understand that every group has its own personality, Clemetson and left fielder Sammie Vandiver said they don’t believe the prior classes led the wrong way. However, they knew going into the season that this senior class was more relaxed than those that came before. “This team in general, we obviously do better when we’re dancing and having a good time, so I think we just tried to make that environment where it’s clear that there’s more to life than what goes on with softball,” Clemetson said. After Fullerton’s seniors were honored with flowers during Cal Poly San Luis Obispo’s senior day, they quickly realized how close the end of the season was.

Clemetson said a few of her teammates had started to get emotional when discussing the end of their college careers. Vandiver, on the other hand, said she consciously tried to suppress her emotions until their senior day. However, what she started thinking about were the lessons she learned on the field that she will apply in her life after softball. “I complained a lot when I was younger, like my freshman and sophomore days. I feel like, in the real world, nobody is going to put up with my complaining, so I’ve realized that. Obviously, there are going to be times where I complain, but I’ve tried not to whine and b---- about s--- that’s going on,” Vandiver said. As the end of their collegiate careers come to an end, the seniors are in lockstep with the legacy they want to leave for their younger teammates. “(We want them to remember that) we gave the game everything we had and we played this last season to the best of our abilities, had no regrets and left it all out on the field. It’s cliche but it’s the truth,” Clemetson said. Brannan shared a similar sentiment when giving advice to the underclassmen. “Play every game like it’s your last. Whether it’s your freshman or senior year, you never know when it’s going to end. Go out there every day working hard, whether its practice or game time. Instill that good work ethic in you, put your head down and go to work,” Brannan said. Although their time as Titans will come to an end following the postseason, the legacy of the 2018 senior class will live on through the three consecutive Big West conference championships they contributed to as a part of CSUF softball.

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Taejun Lee’s disability fuels his multiple passions LAUREN DIAZ

Asst. Opinion Editor

It’s been seven years since Taejun “TJ” Lee lived the college life at Cal State Fullerton. Since then, he’s snagged a career as an assistant occupational therapist and is inspiring friends to join athletic competitions with him, despite his own physical limitations. In September of 2003, when Lee was 18 years old and a recent high school graduate, he and two other friends were in a major car accident on the way back from a San Francisco road trip. On an empty road in Bakersfield, Lee said his friend fell asleep at the wheel and was knocked unconscious after his car rolled around 10 times into a ditch on the side of the road. He was immediately concerned about his friends but then realized he couldn’t move himself. The accident left Lee with a spinal cord injury at the C4-C5 cervical level. Doctors told Lee he had a 10 percent chance to walk again. He was paralyzed from the neck down for almost a year, but has been able to slowly recover and gain mobility with the help of therapy. Lee was a CSUF transfer student and earned his bachelor’s degree in health science with an emphasis on health education in 2011. Now, the 33-year-old does children’s therapy and travel therapy at rehab and nursing facilities. He was also very active on campus as a member of the

Pilipino American Student Association, Association of Chinese Students and the Peer Health University Network. Lee was one of the founding members of Alpha Phi Omega, a coed community service fraternity on campus. Lee’s accident pushed him into his career today, because of his ability to relate to his therapy patients with his own experience. “It was like double-dipping, I could find out more about myself and, at the same time, achieve something,” Lee said. His experiences allowed him to see his therapy sessions from the other side of the spectrum. He reassures his clients he doesn’t have them do anything he wouldn’t do himself. “A lot of therapy is very personal because I do it too. Every day is therapy,” Lee said. Looking for work right out of college was tough for Lee – he figured people in the therapy field would be more accepting of people with disabilities, but that wasn’t his experience. “People said, ‘Oh, you don’t have any experience,’ but I never emphasized that ‘Being disabled is more experience than you guys will ever have.’ I’ve been disabled since 2003 and that’s all experience in occupational and physical therapy,” Lee said. In 2015, Lee was convinced by a friend to participate in the Spartan Sprint, a three-mile course with 20 to 30 obstacles, according to its website. “I thought, ‘Why would a disabled person do that kind of stuff? That’s not me,’” Lee said. Lee gave himself three and a half months to train, and with the help of his friends carrying him

Taejun Lee participating in the Red Bull 400 in Park City, Utah in September.

through obstacles and sharing burpees for penalties, the group crossed the finish line in close to five hours. “He doesn’t have a strong grip and he has limited mobility of his legs so I never knew he would do it himself, but I think his own determination is what got him to do it,” said Christian Almonte, who completed the Spartan Sprint with Lee and has known him for eight years. The euphoric runners high of crossing the finish line that day started Lee’s obsession with races. “It was a really empowering day. It was a hot day, the conditions were rough, there was dust, but he was smiling throughout the whole course,” Almonte said. Last September, Lee traveled to Park City, Utah for the Red Bull 400, which is considered the world’s toughest 400-meter

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The CSUF alumnus helps others through therapy while competing in races.

TAEJUN “TJ” LEE Cal State Fullerton alumnus race, according to the Red Bull 400 website. The hill used for the race is normally used as an air jump for skiers in the Olympics. “It’s a lot, physically and mentally, to push yourself to that point every time. I like it because it makes me feel alive and it’s fun,” Lee said. “Everything I trained for wasn’t how it actually went. Everything was harder and longer but I was still able to adapt and practice what I preach.” Earlier this year, Lee also completed his first adaptive triathlon, which was a five-kilometer walk, 11-mile bike ride and 150-meter swim. “It’s cool because he wants

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to be sure he knows where he stands in life in terms of his physical abilities,” said Aris Paracuelles, one of Lee’s friends from college. Lee said he has completed three Spartan Races, the Red Bull 400, two adaptive bike rides (a 38-mile ride and 22-mile ride) and more than a handful of 5K races. He walks with a limp and uses crutches but feels stronger both mentally and physically. Lee plans to continue competing in events later this year but wants to find balance between doing competitions and focusing on his profession. “Is it amazing because I have a disability or is it amazing because you would never do it in the first place?” Lee said. “I’m always the underdog when I do things because you don’t expect it, but that’s when I find out I have more power than I thought.”

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& console. Users can also sort by season and location, including completely virtual internships (work from home). Intern Queen also has a feature for applicants who don’t hear back about an internship after two weeks; users can email Intern Queen and the site will contact the company for an update about the position. This could be a helpful way to show the company that the applicant is serious about working there, plus it’s nice to know when a position has been filled so the applicant doesn’t keep their hopes up. Most of the websites listed have suggestions on their sites, which makes them even more invaluable to users. Some of the advice includes how to land a job or internship, getting companies to notice applicants and what to wear or bring to the first interview. There are other websites out there, but these are some basic ones to get job searchers started on that grind.

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Juan Pablo Bugarin’s animation aspirations come alive The illustrator followed his passion and landed a job at DreamWorks Animation. TATIANA DIAZ

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Many students can think back to their childhood and recall how they answered the question of what they wanted to be when they grew up. Memories of wishful firefighters, singers and presidents may come to mind, but not everybody can stay true to their response. Cal State Fullerton alumnus Juan Pablo Bugarin started drawing at four years old and eventually learned that he could turn it into a career as an animator. “In high school and college I was positive I wasn’t going to get a job in animation, but I’m going to go for it anyways, so I thought the fact that I got an internship could change everything,” Bugarin said. His mother, Josefina Cid, remembers him sitting close to the television at a young age drawing the cartoons he was watching. Bugarin’s childhood aspirations have begun to manifest, as he has worked at DreamWorks Animation for a little over three years, but his road to working in animation has not always been steady. Bugarin said he drifted away from illustrating after graduating high school. For five years, he found himself pursuing a different form of artistic expression: playing guitar for an indie rock band. After a long hiatus from drawing, Bugarin decided it was time to go back to chasing his dreams of becoming a visual

JUAN BUGARIN Asset coordinator at DreamWorks Animation development artist. At age 22, he enrolled at Mt. San Antonio College with the intention of transferring to CSUF to pursue a bachelor’s degree in animation. His sister, Karina Laibach, said his motivation to land a job at DreamWorks Animation is what drove him to achieve his goals. “I knew since we were young that animation was his biggest passion, so it was a proud

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moment when he decided to go back to school to pursue what we always thought was his main passion,” Laibach said. She said Bugarin was always a shy person, so she was shocked to

see see him do things like stay after class to talk to professors. “I came in super, super shy, and I needed to get out of that before I graduated or applied to internships. I just tried to do things that

forced me to talk to big groups and get out of my shell as much as possible,” Bugarin said. Shortly after transferring to CSUF, Bugarin contacted the Daily Titan about working as an illustrator. For three semesters, he illustrated alongside editors as a freelancer developing artwork to complement writer’s stories. Along with working for CSUF’s newspaper, he became vice chair for the Arts Inter-Club Council and the representative for the Pencil Mileage Club, a group of illustrators and animators at CSUF. He was also the events coordinator for the Student Leadership Institute and an orientation leader for new students. Through his extracurricular activities, he gained the confidence that would help him land an internship and later launch his professional career, but his journey to attain a starting position as an animator wasn’t as direct. As his resume grew, so did his eagerness to land an internship and make connections in the animation industry. From the start of his junior year, Bugarin made it a priority to apply to at least 10 internships each semester. Application after application went by with no luck, worsening Bugarin’s uncertainty of his future. When senior year approached, the rejections pushed him to start thinking of pursuing a plan B, which was to get his master’s degree in art history and become a teacher. However, Bugarin’s patience paid off at the end of his senior year when he received a call from DreamWorks Animation to set up an interview. SEE SKETCH

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GRAD GRAMS 2018

Christopher Shane

Julia Rangel

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

College of Health and Human Development

To my amazing fiancĂŠ, Christopher. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked so hard & I am SO very proud you. I love you, babe. Congrats!

Julia, we are so proud of you! You are working towards your goals in life and I know you will keep climbing that mountain. We Love you!

From: Dad & Nicole

- Sarahzin

Danielle Nicole Bruncati College of Communications and College of Humanities and Social Sciences Congrats! Never Grow Up, May The Force Be With You, Ohana, Are You Hungry? Pa Lante Pa Lante! Winnie!

Love, The Gang

Kelsi Brink College of Communications Congratulations Kelsi on graduating and obtaining your college degree! You have accomplished so much, we couldn't be more proud of all of your hard work! We cannot wait to see what comes next, and are excited to see you achieve your dreams.

We love you, Dad and Mom xoxox

All University Grads!

Danielle M. Garcia

College of Communications

College of Education

Dear Graduates, Wishing you success in your career; find your passion and settle for nothing less. It's been my pleasure being part of your journey. Congratulations!

Keep doing all things through Christ who keeps giving you strength! We love you and are so proud of you! Congratulations, Dani!

S. Irene Matz, Ph.D. Associate Professor College of Communications

Love always, Dad, Mom and Samantha

Anthony E. Salazar

Anthony Salazar

College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics

I couldn't be any prouder of you than I am to share this very special moment in your life! CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations Ampo!! We are SO very proud of you! YOU are our hero and we love you very much!

Love you, Mom

Love, Jenny & Garrett

Lindsey Gorman

Areli De La Torre

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

College of the Arts

Congratulations on your Criminal Justice degree! We are all so proud of you and excited for the next chapter of your life. We know you will do great things. Love, Mom, Dad, Kelly, John, Jessica, Heidi and Hunter

Areli, Congratulations, we are so proud of you! We wish you the best on your future goals. God Bless you! Love, Your Family

Gabriel A. Galarza

Megan Maxey

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

College of Communications

After Years of Hard Work You've Finally Done It. You're a College Graduate! Son, We Are VERY Proud of You! God Bless You... Love, Mom & Dad

Megan, We are beyond proud of you! You are living your dreams! Hard work pays off! You are a shining star in our lives, always.

Love you, Mom and Dad!

Marissa Padilla

Raymond Pelayo

College of Health and Human Development

College of Communications

We are very proud of your accomplishments, you are an inspiration to us all. We love you and wish you all the happiness you deserve on your life journey. Congratulations, MAMA! Love, Dad, Mom, Jonathon, Andrue & Baby Vincent

"Set out each day believing in your dreams. Know without a doubt that you were made for great things." Congratulations, we are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Alex, Angel, Anthony

Kathryn M. Donovan College of Communications Congratulations sweetheart!! We are so proud of you and share in your joy as you reach these milestones in your life. Paint your canvas boldly with the many beautiful and vibrant colors that abide in you. Enjoy the journey and know that you are loved to “infinity and beyond!”

“

Forever and ever, Mom & Dad XOXOXO

And how do you know when you’re doing something right? How do you know that? It feels so. What I

know now is that feelings are really your GPS system for life. When you’re supposed to do something or not supposed to do

something, your emotional guidance system lets you know. The trick is to learn to check your ego at the door and start checking your gut instead.

”

Oprah Winfrey to Stanford University in 2008

Liz Sanchez

Dania Salgado

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

My homie Liz, Thank you for being such a rad human being. I feel so blessed to have met you. You will forever have a special place in my heart. Congratulations on all your achievements. You did it friend!

My Dearest Dania, You have been a leader, role model, and strong voice on campus. You have left a legacy behind. Congratulations on this OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT!

Your friend and mentee, Maria Linares

Robert Miller

Alyssa Verano

College of Business and Economics

College of Communications

We love you so much and could not be prouder of the person you have become and the Stellar Accomplishments you have made!

Beyond proud of your accomplishment. We love you! Congrats Alyssa.

Love, Your Parents

Your Family

Vanna Mojica College of Communications Congrats, you did it! We're so proud of you, your hard work & perseverance. We are very excited to celebrate this milestone with you. We’re looking forward to your next adventure and future achivements.

Love, All your fans!

Elizabeth Muratalla

Destiny Martinez

College of Communications

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

¡Flaca, lo hiciste! ¡Estoy muy orgullosa de ti! Always follow your dreams. The best is yet to come.

You’re amazing baby! I’m so proud of you! I love you! Love, Nathan

Mom

LaTianna Wallace

Samantha Worley

College of Communications

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

We are so proud that you are reaching your goals. You are destined for greatness! Congratulations!

What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. So take pride in how far you’ve come, and have faith in how far you can go. I am beyond proud of all that you have accomplished, and look forward to seeing you succeed in your future endeavors. Congratulations sweetheart, I love you! Love, Mom

Love, Mom, Dad & Nellie

Julia Reese Tims

Janelle Melissa Armijo

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

So proud of you Julia, you're going to make an awesome teacher!

Congratulations on your OUTSTANDING

Achievement! Enjoy It! Your perseverance is an inspiration. Your family is so proud of you!

Love Mom, Dad, Jared, Jill & Justin

Hannah Miller Amy Wells College of Communications Congrats! We're going to miss the both of you a ton. Come visit us! EBGs forever (and EBBs too, I guess). *YEeeEeaaughh* With love, kisses! Tracy, Kristina, & Brandon

Kyle Bender College of Communications Kyle, thank you for proving you were so much more than a copy editor who wrote video game columns. You were the lifelong leader and discount Iron Fist the Daily Titan needed.

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Sketch: Bugarin’s tenacity made his dream work CONTINUED FROM

“It was my first time driving onto (DreamWorks’) lot, and I was fanboying and trying to stay calm,” Bugarin said. Shortly after the interview, Bugarin got the call he was waiting for with an offer to become part of the production team for a movie called “B.O.O.” Unfortunately, the opportunity took a distressing turn when news came of the project’s cancellation. Although the supervisor did not guarantee him a new position, Bugarin was offered an internship with the developers of “Kung Fu Panda 3” the very next day. After the initial internship was over, Bugarin looked for other ways to stay with the company.

He pushed back a class in order to remain a student and to continue growing his relationships within the company. He contacted the internship coordinator at DreamWorks Animation and was interviewed to intern alongside the television studio The Hub, a department of technical artists. His persistence paid off and he was offered a job as a technical director with DreamWorks Animation television while he was still a student. Bugarin said he would drive from Covina to Fullerton in the morning, go to class, then drive to Glendale and stay late at DreamWorks to make up for the hours missed in class. Fellow animator and friend

COURTESY OF JUAN BUGARIN

Jeffrey Valencia, who illustrates for the Daily Wire, said it helped that Bugarin was very passionate about executing whatever job

position he was going to get. “When he went into DreamWorks, he already loved the company to begin with. He really did

his research. Just knowing all the details really makes you think this guy really wants the position. He’s fully engaged,” Valencia said. Since landing the first job, Bugarin has moved up in the company from a technical position to an asset coordinator, but he doesn’t want to stop here. Bugarin hopes to move into a position as a designer within the next year and learn as much as possible from other designers and art directors. “My way of getting an internship was, ‘I’m going to do a ton of extracurricular activities and show initiative and that I’m hard working,’” Bugarin said. “Try to do as much as you can but keep things that make you excited.”

SUMMER SESSION 2018 California State University, Fullerton

Experience Summer Session at CSUF Claim your seat now by enrolling through Titan Online. Check out the listing of available General Education (G.E) courses below. View the full summer class schedule at fullerton.edu/schedule AFAM 311 (D.5) AFAM 356 (C.3) AMST 101 (D.1) AMST 201 (D.3) AMST 301 (D.5) AMST 395 (D.5) ANTH 100 (C.2) ANTH 101 (B.2) ANTH 102 (D.1) ANTH 103 (D.1) ANTH 300 (D.5) ANTH 304 (C.3) ANTH 305 (C.3) ANTH 306 (C.3) ANTH 316 (E) ANTH 321 (D.5) ANTH 340 (D.5) ANTH 342 (E) ANTH 344 (B.5) ART 101 (C.1) ART 104 (C.1) ART 106A (C.1) ART 380 (C.3) ASAM 300 (D.5) ASAM 308 (E) ASAM 320 (C.3)

ASAM 325 (C.3) BIOL 101 (B.2) BIOL 310 (B.5) CAS 312 (E) CAS 315 (E) CAS 330 (E) CAS 340 (E) CHEM 100 (B.1) CHEM 100L (B.3) CHEM 120A (B.1) CHIC 106 (D.5) CHIC 305 (D.5) CHIC 313 (D.5) CHIC 337 (C.3) COMM 300 (C.3) COMM 425 (D.5) COUN 350 (E) COUN 380 (D.5) CPLT 325 (C.3) CPSC 313 (B.5) CRJU 300 (D.5) CRJU 320 (D.5) CRJU 385 (D.5) CTVA 365 (D.5) CTVA 374 (C.3) ECON 201 (D.1)

ECON 202 (D.5) ECON 332 (D.5) ECON 333 (D.5) EDSC 320 (E) ENGL 306 (C.3) FIN 310 (E) GEOG 110 (B.5) GEOG 120 (B.5) GEOG 328 (B.5) GEOG 330 (D.5) GEOG 340 (D.5) GEOG 345 (D.5) GEOG 371 (D.5) GEOG 372 (E) GEOL 101 (B.1) GEOL 101L (B.3) GEOL 310T (B.5) HCOM 305 (E) HCOM 320 (D.5) HESC 101 (E) HESC 342 (E) HESC 349 (B.5) HESC 350 (E) HESC 353 (E) HIST 110A (C.4) HIST 110B (D.2)

HIST 180 (D.3) HONR 302T (C.3) HONR 304T (E) HUSR 350 (E) HUSR 380 (D.5) KNES 353 (E) KNES 381 (D.5) LBST 100 (C.2) MATH 115 (B.4) MATH 135 (B.4) MATH 150A (B.4) MATH 338 (B.5) MUS 101 (C.1) MUS 307 (C.3) MUS 355 (C.3) PHIL 312 (C.3) PHIL 320 (C.3) PHYS 211L (B.3) PHYS 212 (B.5) PHYS 212L (B.3) PHYS 225 (B.1) PHYS 225L (B.3) PHYS 226L (B.3) POSC 100 (D.4) POSC 300 (D.5) POSC 320 (D.5)

POSC 352 (D.5) PSYC 101 (D.1) PSYC 110 (A.3) PSYC 311 (D.5) PSYC 312 (E) PSYC 331 (D.5) PSYC 341 (D.5) PSYC 351 (D.5) PSYC 361 (E) PSYC 362 (E) RLST 110 (C.2) SOCI 325 (E) SOCI 341 (E) SOCI 351 (D.5) SOCI 354 (D.5) SOCI 356 (D.5) SOCI 357 (D.5) SOCI 371 (D.5) SPAN 101 (C.2) SPAN 214 (C.2) SPAN 315 (C.3) SPAN 316 (C.3) THTR 100 (C.1) WGST 100 (C.2) WGST 205 (E) WGST 302 (D.5) WGST 360 (D.5)

Note: G.E categories displayed in parenthesis above. Class availability is subject to change.

Not a current CSUF student? Visit Open University at ou.fullerton.edu

summer.fullerton.edu

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Column: Tips for making the most out of college life First-day jitters from wandering around campus will fade after years of being a Titan.

PRISCILLA CARCIDO Staff Writer

I can still remember my first day at Cal State Fullerton. First-day jitters were accompanied by the stress of sitting in traffic for an hour and a half. I wandered around campus in search of the Education Classroom at 8 a.m., which quite frankly was a little overwhelming for this first-time freshman. But I found it. Eventually. It’s been almost four years since that first day and now graduation is just around the corner. As a result, I’ve been reminiscing about my time at CSUF and realizing just how much I grew as a student and as a person. I could go on (and on) about tidbits of information I’ve learned over the years spent in my classes, but it seems kind of minute in the greater picture of being a Titan. What I was taught in classrooms and books seem to fall short of lessons I learned as an individual making mistakes and growing from them. While the history of youth rebellion in the 1960s is interesting, I thought I would offer some advice I wish someone had told me on that first day of school: 1. Join a club. I know it’s cliché, but it’s true. Attending a commuter school can sometimes feel like an isolating experience. Many CSUF students drive to school, attend class and go home. I was one of them for the first few years. I finally got around to taking part in student life during my final year and regrettably realized this was something I should’ve done on day one. Joining a club will help you feel like you’re part of a community and will enrich the time you spend on campus. 2. Talk to your professors. Professors are hidden gems of knowledge and advice on college campuses hidden in plain sight. Visit their office hours and get to know them — especially

if they have experience in your chosen field. They can offer plenty of insight and guidance, from finding the right graduate school to dealing with final exams. From my personal experience, professors are always more than willing to talk to students, even students from different majors. 3. Don’t stress yourself out too much over an exam. During my sophomore year, I was standing in line to buy scantrons at The Yum in the Titan Student Union. The cashier asked me how midterms were going. I’m sure my haggard appearance and lack of energy answered her question, but I told her the three exams I had later were already kicking my butt. She smiled and told me not to worry too much. She said her sister couldn’t even remember the tests she took when she was an undergraduate student. It’s important to do well in exams and classes, but don’t be so focused on passing that you lose your sanity. Pass or fail, remind yourself it’s just one test or class in the greater scheme of your semester and life. 4. It’s never too late to change your major. It’s terrifying to realize the major and career path you’ve spent years imagining for yourself aren’t the right ones for you. It’s another level of anxiety when it’s your final year of college. I knew someone who sat through classes the first week of his senior year before realizing the major was not for him and so, he changed it. I know there are some circumstances beyond our control, but don’t limit yourself because you’re scared of disappointing your parents or delaying graduation. A degree in four years is a wonderful accomplishment, but a degree in something you genuinely care about is the real goal. 5. You’re not going to have it all figured out. And that’s okay. Some people might have a plan after graduation, but most people won’t. I know it seems like the years spent in college are where the big moves and defining moments in our lives are meant to be made. However, I assure you, that is so incredibly false. It’s OK to feel a little lost and unsure of the future or even present plans. Those first-day feelings of confusion and stress didn’t just come from not knowing where my first class was, but from the pressure of thinking that the next four years of my life would irreversibly shape the following 50. Work hard, don’t settle and most importantly, have fun. You’ll get where you’re meant to be.

DALIA QUIROZ / DAILY TITAN

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Column: Finding artistic outlets as a non-arts major Other colleges may not have many options, but students can still find ways to be creative. YAA ASANTEWAA FARAJI Freelancer

Here I was. Without a call or a name or a place to call home; and yet the home, when I looked up and saw the sun — the sky reflect betwixt the eye — I became what I didn’t see. I became the glory. Transferring to Cal State Fullerton was a shock. Here I was, a 21-year-old poet, freshly plucked from the East Coast, trying to find my footing as I navigate the waters of the California State University system. Everything was different, from the political emphasis of work ethic to the constant sunshine during winter months. I found myself temporarily lost, trying to grapple with the hustle and bustle of collegiate city life. I didn’t know much about being a Titan then; I didn’t spend much time on campus because I felt I had no place there. I needed to find an artistic outlet, and fast, so I turned to the College of the Arts in what I hoped would be a welcome introduction to my life as a poet-artist. I had ground my footing as a poet in the greater Los Angeles area, booking speaking events at nearby universities for birthday celebrations and wedding anniversaries, so surely the College of the Arts would be a natural place for me to call home. I was wrong. Despite my knack for the arts, despite my years in choir and advanced jazz or my skill for performance poetry, I was told that the college had no place for me or any other student without a major or minor in the arts to perform onstage. Gone was the possibility of becoming a thespian, gone was the chance to incorporate my poetry into song, gone was the ability to participate.

GABE GANDARA / DAILY TITAN

People who aren’t art majors can struggle for opportunities but the community can be welcoming.

I felt even more lost. Here I was, alone in new terrain, with my wool coat from my East Coast snow days still slung dormant in my trunk, as one of less than 900 African-American students on campus. Here I was, without a way to be myself. It was as if I wasn’t welcome to connect. It was true, Titans did reach higher, but was I a Titan? I lost myself further, swallowed by the depths of misplacement, drowning more and more, until I became tired of being lost. I realized that who I was couldn’t be confined to a university program or organization. I didn’t need to be surrounded by people who looked like me to know that I belonged.

Here I was, in the middle of Orange County, adjacent to one of the most artistically expressive cities in the world. I had all the more resources and opportunities to find what I could become. I decided, then, to venture from the confines of the blue and orange, and find a home within L A in some of its hidden gems of artistic expression. I began to frequent small boutique venues like The Ugly Mug, where writers near OC could convene every Wednesday night to recite poetry, monologue, short essays, novellas, excerpts of scripts or anything scrawled in ink on a piece of paper or computer screen. I no longer needed Fullerton to be my artistic home, I had found it. Venues like Da Poetry Lounge, the

self-proclaimed largest weekly open mic in the country — host to rising artists like Floetry, Ed Sheeran and JP Saxe — became my weekly getaway from the stress of college life. A few months into my transition to Fullerton, just as I began to build a life for myself, I discovered smaller gems on campus dedicated to creatives. The Afro-Ethnic Student Association’s annual Fusion Open Mic — a night given to students of color allowing them to showcase their artistic abilities, from song to spoken word, from stand-up to dance — became a pastime, met with excitement and collaboration from students both at CSUF and in the surrounding area. The College of the Arts didn’t provide much aside from a few elective courses, but I knew the CSUF community still had a place for me to be creative. It was in Fusion Open Mic; it was in Advertising Club’s biweekly industry meetings; it was at the One Club Creative Bootcamp at the acclaimed 72andSunny advertising agency; it was even on campus with the newly founded Movement Dance. Simultaneously as I had been grappling for the means to express myself, students on campus were creating these avenues because they too, needed a place to call their canvas, even if the canvas wasn’t given to them. As I continued frequenting places like Da Poetry Lounge and the Ugly Mug, as I got involved with AdClub and the One Club, I realized I didn’t need to be provided an artistic outlet in the traditional sense, because I was surrounded by them, in different cities, in different ways. When you live with art in your backyard, you learn to take advantage of all its possibilities and opportunities. I’m still a little upset by the lack of artistic outlets sponsored by the College of Arts for all students on campus, but I know these resources don’t define my art; I know I can create these resources for myself. Whether through poetry, or advertising or as a marketing intern at the African American Resource Center — artistic expression is a daily lived experience for me. Be the opportunity you seek; chances are someone’s waiting for you to find it.

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