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Volume 108 Issue 5

Titans take on the polls Study

spaces reopen Students can reserve a two hour work session at Pollak Library. LETICIA PEREZ Asst. Editor

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Head coach Dedrique Taylor (center), assistant coach Anthony Santos (left) and assistant Brandon Dunson (right) with team at Long Beach State University

The men’s basketball team registered to vote in November. JORDAN MENDOZA Editor

The college basketball world finally has a date that they can look forward to: Nov. 25. On Wednesday, the NCAA’s Division I council voted Nov. 25 to be the first day of the regular season. As coaches, players and fans get ready to commence a new season, the Cal State Fullerton men’s basketball team has

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instead focused on another date before they return to the court: Nov. 3, election day in the United States. On Aug. 26, Jeﬀ Cammon, head coach of the women’s basketball team at Long Beach State, challenged the CSUF men’s head coach Dedrique Taylor on Twitter to get his entire team registered to vote for this upcoming election, which Taylor accepted in a matter of hours. Two weeks later, Taylor tweeted that the challenge had been completed; everyone on the CSUF men’s basketball team was registered to

vote for the 2020 election. “All of our guys are aware of what’s going on. They’re seeing it. They’re asking the same questions in regards to what they can tangibly do. And, I know for sure, this is one thing that they can do and they can put their signature on it,” he said. While the announcement came less than three weeks after Taylor accepted the challenge, this topic had been at the forefront of the team’s discussions on Zoom since June. Assistant coach Brandon Dunson was instrumental in the process of getting

everyone to register after having a conversation with Taylor during the summer. In that conversation, both coaches expressed the desire to look at their player’s futures once they no longer play basketball, and they agreed that voting would be something that would impact their lives, Dunson said. After the team expressed their desire to register to vote, Dunson and the rest of the coaching staﬀ individually worked with every player to get them registered. SEE DEMOCRACY

As the Cal State Fullerton campus continues to look like a ghost town, the Pollak Library is now allowing students to reserve study spaces on the north side’s first floor. Although the library remains closed to the public, CSUF students can reserve a study space for up to 2 hours by visiting the library’s COVID-19 page. “We reopened the first floor north only to provide a space for the students who are coming to campus for an in-person class and have a virtual class immediately before or after,” said Dr. Emily Bonney, dean of the library in an email to the Daily Titan. “They can reserve space for two hours at a time or for a maximum of six hours a week” SEE POLLAK

The social media Newest addition dilemma lives on to campus media

Netflix documentary tackles media platform issues amongst teens. ZARA FLORES Asst. Editor

Tech employees at ethical crossroads In the new Netflix documentary drama, “The Social Dilemma,” former employees of Google, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and more discuss their ethical problems while working for these tech giants and creating features that, both inherently and indirectly, addicts its users and causes turmoil. The documentary features a dramatic narrative based on the increased statistics about depression and anxiety among preteens and teenagers with the rise of internet usage. It demonstrates how easy it is to fall into fake news and rabbit holes on social media. Tristan Harris, a former design ethicist for Google, said he remembers

feeling the addictive nature of his employer’s platform and found it necessary to change it for the better, but it seemed as though no one else noticed. “I really struggled to try and figure out how, from the inside, we could change it,” Harris said in the documentary. Harris created a presentation that said Google

had a moral responsibility to fix the problem it created with their team of 20 to 35-year-old white males cont rol l i ng t he platfor m for bi l l ions of p eo ple. U lt i mately, ma ny of h is col leag ues ag re e d a nd were on boa rd wit h h is st a nce, but not h i ng se eme d to cha nge. SEE TECH

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Communication students form new chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists.

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Of the 23 California State University campuses, Fullerton is now one of two campuses to have a chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists, along with Northridge. The association came into eﬀect at CSUF under Cameron Winston, who is a communications journalism major and serves as its president. “(The National Association of Black Journalists) is the largest organization of journalists of color in the nation,” according to the association’s website. During the chapter’s kickoﬀ meeting on Sept. 15, Winston said the idea of bringing the chapter to CSUF came following the incidents at the Black

Student Union town hall meeting last fall. “I realized like there really wasn’t much for who catered to or help Black communication majors, and at the same time I also barely knew any besides you know the people on my board right here,” Winston said. The chapter board consists of: Bethany Whittaker, the vice president and a public relations major, Tameka Poland, the treasurer and a communications major, Alexis Vigil, the communications director and an entertainment and tourism major and Alora Walker, the community outreach chair and an advertising major. SEE KICKOFF

Ethics and misinfomation were a big topic throughout the film.

Ginsburg inspired women with her strength

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s fight for gender equality and reproductive rights leaves a lasting impact on our future.

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Fullerton Arboretum struggles to financially adjust to prolonged closure

The facility has lost 60% of its source revenue as it remains closed. KARINA GUTIERREZ JORDAN MENDOZA Editors

Despite many outdoor museums reopening with modifications and restrictions, the Fullerton Arboretum will remain closed with no set date to resume its services, as the garden financially struggles with adjusting to prolonged closures. As a part of the Cal State Fullerton campus, the grounds must follow campus policies and procedures, said Gregory Pongetti, the Arboretum’s living collections curator. He said that regardless of the outside location allowing for social distancing, the university will have to give the facility the green light on its reopening date. “It could be diﬃcult because I have seen parks and beaches and places like that, things tend to get very crowded because people are kind of looking for places to go things to do,” Pongetti said. With the lack of any visitors and its adjustment to virtual events, Pongetti said in June that the Arboretum had lost a large portion of their revenue, since spring — the busiest time of the year — coincided with the state-mandated stay-at-home

order in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The Arboretum is almost entirely funded by donations and revenue generated from holding events. Despite being on the CSUF campus, the university does not fund the space. The city of Fullerton’s contract with the Arboretum is set to expire in December of this year, which could potentially result in a $250,000 loss in annual funding. Due to the closure, the facility has lost over 60% of its source revenue which comes from front gate donations, plant sales, among other things, and has relied on membership renewals, said Harriet Bouldin, the Arboretum’s development manager. “That is a big chunk of our budget and we are applying for diﬀerent grants for extra revenue but that’s a lot to make up,” Pongetti said. “It certainly could and it pretty much already has caused problems.” The 27 acres of greenery was included in CSUF’s campus master plan, stating that the university would “resume primary responsibility for its management with ambitions for its improved use for academic purposes, as well as protecting it as an important venue for seeking out solitude and reflection, both part of promoting wellbeing for campus and community residents alike.”

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Although the Fullerton Arboretum allows for social distancing, it will remain closed.

The plan also states that the Arboretum’s facilities will need to be updated and made more eﬀective for the future, but it does not specify if the university will financially provide for the area. Lately the garden has tried to regain some of the lost revenue by launching virtual events. In addition, they have partnered with the Mysun Foundation, which will match any donation up to $75,000 for the Arboretum, including membership renewals. The launch of its first virtual event, Brews and Blues on Aug. 29, was to help bring back the staﬀ to restore the arboretum while it

was closed, Bouldin said. “There really wasn’t an expectation because it was our first one,” Vanessa Johnson, the facility rental and sales manager said. “We just wanted to be able to host one of our events during this time since we’ve been closed since March.” Johnson emphasized that the events hosted by the Arboretum, such as Brews and Blues, used the resources available to them in order to remain true to the center’s objectives, to raise funds to bring back the staﬀ. “With the Arboretum closed and without any kind of events and interactive activities for people to do, we don’t want to become

irrelevant to people,” Bouldin said. “They can’t visit us, they can go on our website and look at our two webcams, but we need to be able to bring the garden to people.” Bouldin said that the Arboretum’s annual native plant sale set to take place in November will be marketed as a virtual event, in which community members will be able to order and pick up their desired greenery. “We’re really hoping that the Arboretum is open and we’re able to hold that sale,” Pongetti said. “Right now we’re just trying to make sure that we will have the plants needed for that sale.”

Pollak: All day services are available CONTINUED FROM

Capacity will be limited to 100 people with the condition of following the President’s Directive — Covid-19: Mitigation Measures and Guidelines. The directive outlines rules to be followed; a failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. Besides enforcing face masks, group-studying is prohibited as seating is arranged for one person per table. “A community services officer checks students in and ensures that people comply with the rules about masks and distancing,” Bonney said in the email. “Tables are spaced appropriately for social distancing and there is a single chair at each table.” Library services such as printers, computers, study rooms and other specialized support will not be available. “We can’t provide any of the specialized support whether through (Disability Support Services) or the Maker Space we were about to launch. And of course (students) can’t look for books in the stacks which is a shame now that the entire collection is back in the building and available,” Bonney said. VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

Other oﬀered resources are librarian assistance, e-books and databases which are available 24 hours a day. For any detailed assistance, students have the option to schedule an appointment with a librarian via Zoom by clicking the link. Bonney added that the lack of students and faculty on campus make it challenging to keep them informed of the resources available to them. “We are particularly focused this year on issues of diversity, equity and inclusiveness and accomplishing that work virtually is a real challenge. But we are committed to this cause,” Bonney said. The library first closed in March when CSUF President Fram Virjee announced the closure of campus. Although there is no specific date for the building’s reopening — especially now that spring 2021 will be virtual — Bonney said, “know that we are eager to get back onto campus and welcome everyone back into the building.” The library’s hours of operations have been reduced to Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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The Cal State Fullerton College of Communications hosted the virtual Student Journalism Symposium on covering elections on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Journalism panel teaches election coverage

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A panel of professional journalists gathered virtually on Saturday to discuss election reporting at the Student Journalism Symposium hosted by Cal State Fullerton’s College of Communications. Bey-Ling Sha, dean of the College of Communications, led the meeting that offered advice on writing stories covering an election and correctly reporting information. The webinar opened with a presentation from Matthew Hall, the president of the Society of Professional Journalists, a journalism organization, who works as the editorial and opinion director for The San Diego Union-Tribune. Hall discussed the importance for journalists to stay above the fray and engage with critics despite facing every day attacks on their work and character. “You can get into a Twitter fight or engage someone who’s being a jerk, or you can spend that time doing journalism: do the journalism,” Hall said. “We can’t make mistakes on our own on social media.” Hall encouraged reporters to manage their mental health and that it was OK to need a break. Reporters also shared the aspects of election coverage they were recently focusing on and what issues are playing a relevant impact on the November election. Since the COVID-19 pandemic has heavily impacted elections, Arit John, a Los Angeles Times staff writer, said she is reporting on how different states are changing its laws

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via social media, and how it was a great tool for reporters tracking down people with a variety of opinions. “Twitter, Instagram, any way you think that you can contact a source you should do it. You shouldn’t be shy about it. You should just DM them. Even at the national level, I would DM senators and house lawmakers, if those DMs are open, and it works!” Barrón-Lopez said. While social media can be an asset when reporting a story the panel also discussed being aware of misinformation, which can spread quickly throughout diﬀerent platforms. “If there is disinformation on

social media, if there are lies being spouted by politicians, if there is inaccurate information being pushed out by people in power, that is your job to check that. It is your job to say on social media this is fake, this is not a fact, this is harmful and inaccurate information,” Barrón-Lopez said. The last question the panel of journalists received was what they thought the best reasons to go into journalism were. “I think the best way to think about going into journalism is to think of it as a public service,” Owen said. “I think everyone needs to start focusing on where the stories are that matter.”

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voters but to treat each group diﬀerently. When talking to voters, John said she feels it’s important to keep in mind that she may be talking to someone with a completely diﬀerent background. “Understand that even if you disagree with how that person thinks, that is how they feel and they are a human being and they are going to read that story when it comes and their family is going to read it,” John said. “It’s one thing if you say and report what they said and why they think that and you’re fair about it, and another thing to take cheap shots at people.” Barrón-Lopez gave tips on getting in touch with sources

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on voting remotely and the controversy surrounding it. John said each candidate is trying to figure out how to make voters feel safer based on topics like the economy and the Black Lives Matter movement. “I think for most voters it’s going to be a gut check of ‘Who do I feel safe with?’ and if you don’t think that either candidate is going to make you feel safer, then you might just stay home,” she said. Laura Barrón-López, a national political reporter at Politico, focuses on various demographic groups that make up the electorate and what presidential candidates are doing to reach certain demographics. Barrón-López said reporters should be paying attention to disinformation campaigns from conspiracy groups, and teaching their readers how to identify fake news ahead of the November election. Voters should be wary of the content on Facebook or Instagram and to do their due diligence and be skeptical of the memes and videos without primary or expert sources, Barrón-López said. Quinn Owen, an ABC news reporter based in Washington D.C. who focuses on immigration policy, said that the presidential election will significantly impact the border wall and the Department of Homeland Security’s restrictions. Vania Patino, a reporter with KFDA News Channel 10 based in Texas and CSUF alum, said people are worried about not being able to pay rent due to the pandemic. The panelists also shared advice on remaining objective during an extremely divisive election season. John said it’s important to recognize one’s own biases. She said it’s important for reporters to interview both politicians and potential

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Social distancing among family during COVID-19 DEVIL’S

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Family time Alone time aids curbs loneliness in self-expression Spending time with loved ones can help lower stress and increase joy KRISTINA GARCIA Asst. Editor

As someone who lives with a family of six, any given day can be a headache. The pandemic has not decreased my irritability much, either. Even through the annoyance, I find myself lucky to be in a house full of people because I’m never truly lonely. Sheltering in place alone, with no human interactions for days at a time, can put a strain on one’s mental health. In 11 studies, researchers found that participants would rather do anything than be alone with their thoughts for more than six to 15 minutes. The study noted that people who were alone needed to be stimulated in some way, whether it was through social media or leisure activities; participants even preferred getting an electric shock — they preferred any kind of stimulus even if it was a negative one, as opposed to doing nothing at all, according to the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The same study applies in terms of social distancing by oneself. As the nation works to slow the spread of the coronavirus, it has led those who live on their own to feel isolated, not even hearing their own voice for days and continuously seeking new hobbies to keep themselves stimulated. However, even as the grocery list of hobbies continues to expand, it does little to fulfill the crave for human interaction the way living with family members or roommates does, because as the saying goes: tragedy brings people together. When tragedy strikes, in this case the coronavirus, people are on edge when it comes to their emotions, health and financial standing. As the coronavirus continues to derail everyday life, the list of potential stress factors grows longer. In turn, this stress can lead to a sense of vulnerability and loss of control. Not only are people who live on their own dealing with stress brought on by the coronavirus, they are also dealing with the stresses of chronic loneliness and in more severe cases, social isolation. COVID-19

restrictions have made it nearly impossible for individuals to meet up with any friends or family not living under the same roof. For people who are immunodeficient, it can be potentially life threatening to socialize outside of their inner circles. Since the pandemic is still filled with uncertainty, issues with longterm chronic loneliness may lead to greater social isolation. Social isolation has been linked to several health consequences regarding a person’s physical, mental and cognitive health. Studies have found that those in social isolation are more likely to experience depression, poor sleep quality, poor cardiovascular functions and in adults (if the social isolation is long standing) can even cause premature death, according to the American Psychological Association. In contrast, living in a positive, social environment can help those staying home live a more fulfilled, healthy and supportive lifestyle. Social connection has been linked to positive psychological and physical health such as “a stronger immune system, faster recovery from disease and even longevity,” according to the Scientific American, an online publication that focuses on the advances of research and discovery. When someone has positive social support from family, it can encourage a greater sense of self-worth, as well as improve optimism. A supportive environment may also encourage individuals to develop healthier behaviors and aid the body in experiencing less wear and tear due to stress. Although, it’s naive to assume that everyone lives in a supportive household. For those who face unsupportive and negative environments, the best alternative is to stay with someone trustworthy for the duration of the shelter-in-place orders. The companionship of another human being can be the diﬀerence between living through this pandemic with a positive mindset or a negative one. It’s understandable that living with roommates or family can be irritating and, at times, exhausting. But, for the sake of mental and physical health, sheltering in place with someone could be the drastic change one needs to continue to move forward, feel fulfilled and be able to destress with a companion.

Sheltering in place away from home prevents feelings of unacceptance JIYO CAYABYAB Asst. Editor

When the COVID-19 shelter in place order was issued in California in March, some students had to choose between sticking with their college living situations or going back home to their families, forced to pay their year-long apartment leases either way. While some may have found comfort in going home during a pandemic, it may have been a kiss goodbye to mental health and wellbeing to others. Between bearing with obnoxious siblings, overbearing parents and loss of independence, there are many issues that can be solved by social distancing from one’s family. Juggling virtual school classes – – which often includes teaching yourself the material – – with work and extracurricular activities is already daunting. Adding on a global pandemic and toxic living arrangements can make life seem apocalyptic. To many students, college gives freedom to be or do whatever they want. Psychologist Megan Mooney said in an interview with National Public Radio that college is a “life-affirming new world that can be a safe haven for a lot of LGBTQ people.” For some students, having their individuality and entire persona taken away for the sake of housing may damage their well-being. In a time where people need to persevere and overcome this disastrous year, losing hope is something many can’t afford to do. Some students, especially LGBTQ youth, face adversity and oftentimes home isn’t even home. It’s simply a place that meets basic needs. Home is where support is, where their communities are and where they feel valid. In the months since sheltering in place was encouraged, social media was f looded with numerous GoFundMe posts from

people seeking help with their harmful living arrangements that were exacerbated by COVID-19. These situations can often be abusive and negligent. Feeling like the world is closing in and not being able to do much about it is terrifying for students in these situations. Mooney said that mental health care is more accessible through college, instead of going back home where one can relive their trauma. Institutions that include fees for health centers and other amenities in their tuition are incredibly helpful for students, especially students of color. People of color whose communities often lack support due to budget cuts often suffer the most while devoid of these school resources. There are many benefits including mental health resources to maintaining one’s independence during the pandemic. Making decisions for oneself is easier living under their own roof. Social tension is bound to arise when stuck in a space with others for a prolonged amount of time. Therefore, avoiding any quarrel with parents or siblings that may distract from school is ideal. Using this opportunity to grow, unstif led by an overbearing family, can act as a doorway to full-f ledged adulthood. As the saying goes, distance makes the heart grow fonder. In this case, the more fond the better. Staying home with family and maintaining financial stability compared to keeping one’s independence and mental stability is a tough choice. Despite its potential negative financial impact, social distancing from family doesn’t necessarily mean pushing them away, as loving them from a distance works just as well. Every individual should put themselves first and take care of their mental health while also staying at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In the long run, saving oneself from trauma and prioritizing care for mental health will be the better investment and in some cases, it may be a lifesaver.

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Ginsburg leaves a lasting legacy Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman in United States history appointed to the Supreme Court, passed away on Friday at the age of 87. While her fight for justice was far from perfect, she put in place groundbreaking changes to the antiquated beliefs of this nation. Her legacy impacted American democracy and the lives of women across the U.S., including those on the Daily Titan staﬀ. At merely 5 feet tall, Ginsburg exhibited a sharp wit far more intimidating than her appearance. Ginsburg, a young mother and only one of nine women in her class, attended Harvard Law School and began the journey to fight against gender discrimination — modeling her approach after the late, great Thurgood Marshall. As a prominent lawyer, her stance on that adversity hit home as she was turned down for several clerk positions based on her gender. During the ‘70s, Ginsberg founded the Women’s Rights Project of the American Civil Liberties Union, also known as the ACLU, as a fight against gender discrimination and served as a host for several legal battles. She laid a foundation for future women’s rights advocacy and established the world’s current legal prohibitions against gender discrimination in this country. By 1974, Ginsberg and the ACLU partners had engaged in over 300 gender descrimination cases with 66% of them being decided by the Supreme Court. “I wanted to be a part of a general human rights agenda,” Ginsberg said. “(Promoting) the equality of all people and the ability to be free.” For Ginsberg, the ACLU gave her the best opportunity to fight for women, as many of her cases dealt with men who were awarded the estates, while the women were left out in the cold. The Women’s Rights Project fought hundreds of lawsuits based on gender in education, employment, reproductive rights, mortgages, credit cards, loans, house rentals, prisons and the military. While it is valid to admire her contributions toward the fight for gender equality, we must also critique past notorious decisions that have put a significant dent on her reputation and among

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some of her supporters. On June 15, Ginsburg voted in favor of developing the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, a 600-mile oil pipeline that would run across the Appalachian Trail. Fortunately, after much legal uncertainty, the project developers, Dominion Energy and Duke Energy, decided to shut down its development. To some, this would have appeared to be the norm — just another piece of land to be used for our lifestyles. But in reality, it would have become an invasive parasite that would aﬀect low-income communities of color. The pipeline would have intruded the ancestral land of the Lumbee Tribe, which is the largest tribe located east of the Mississippi River, according to Hers Magazine. Not only that, the developers needed several permits in order to continue the project, one of which included “an air pollution permit from Virginia regulators for a controversial compressor station in Union Hill, a historically Black community,” according to Grist, an online publication that primarily reports on climate, sustainability

and social justice. While Ginsburg’s ideologies and proposals were not always in favor of all communities and important issues, she is more than deserving of praise for the good that she put into the country while she was alive. Amidst the countless achievements throughout her lifetime, her greatest legacy is the hope she left our generation for a better tomorrow. She’s shown us all that with a certain level of drive and compassion, a single person has the power to move mountains. Ginsburg’s passing at such an unfortunate time in the nation’s history brings an increase to the unease that many already felt toward the country’s future. She brought so many women a sense of comfort knowing at least one person in the Supreme Court was fighting for us, and now she is gone. Nonetheless, her life’s work must serve as a reminder that we are all capable of making great change, even in an institution that is working against so many of us.

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Annual All Day ASI goes online The festival gathered a lively, virtual crowd via YouTube live. TAYLOR ARREY Asst. Editor

Like many events being held in the midst of a pandemic, Associated Students’ annual event, All Day ASI, debuted on Sept. 17 to a virtual audience via Youtube Live. Instead of crowding the Becker Amphitheater to enjoy food and music, students gathered virtually for four livestream sessions, each with unique topics and methods of encouraging audience engagement. “In 2020, like so many other things, we’re doing All Day ASI diﬀerent, but in a safe way,” said Marcus Reveles, the ASI president. Even before the festivities began, ASI took to its Instagram to promote the event with giveaways where students could win prizes such as an Amazon Fire TV Stick and a ROKU Streaming Stick. The series started with a section called “Meet Your ASI CSUF Student Leaders.” The short kickoﬀ included introductions from Reveles, and vice president Skylar Soria as well as other student leaders including Janica Torres, Nicole Gillespie and Lauren Loeb. Khai Hoang, ASI’s chief

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Pink Sweat$ performed originals like “Would You” during the event.

communications oﬃcer, spoke about the upcoming semester and the ways that ASI plans to keep students engaged with the organization during virtual instruction. “My team and I are working to make sure that the town halls are still going to be accessible for students despite being in a virtual format. On top of this, we’re also making sure that you are up to date and well in the know of all of our events, meetings and programmings that are going to continue to happen throughout this academic year via our social media channels,” Hoang said. After the first introductions, audience members jumped over

to a second livestream at 4 p.m. entitled “Get to Know the Student Recreation Center.” Students may not have been walking around campus perusing tables, but the SRC staﬀ ensured that they got students moving at home with workout tutorials ranging from barre workouts to zumba and a yoga class. Students were encouraged to follow along with staﬀ as they led multiple workouts throughout the hour-long session. The livestream promoted Titan Recreation’s transition to virtual services while showing students how to gain access to health and fitness programs from the safety of their own home.

“We know this school year looks different, but one thing that hasn’t changed is Titan Recreation’s commitment to your health and wellness. We want to let you all know that we still provide programs and events you can attend from anywhere,” said Aaron Tapper, dDirector of Titan Recreation. Cathy Higa, a master teacher at CSUF’s Children’s Center, kicked off the third session, “Get to Know the Children’s Center,” at 3 p.m. with a ukulele in hand and a song to welcome the audience. The livestream featured sing-alongs and book readings led by many different teachers from the center. Aside from the

fun stories, the session also gave students a look into the Children’s Center. “The Children’s Center really invokes a lot of passion, inspiration and collaboration. Families, children, staﬀ, everybody makes the center come together,” said Sonia Nunez, the center’s assistant director. To top oﬀ the event, ASI invited R&B singer-songwriter Pink Sweat$ to perform for a virtual audience. His first single, “Honesty” ranked 23rd on Spotify’s Global Viral Chart after its release in 2018. His soulful ballads and quick rise through the charts led to a profile about him being published on Rolling Stone’s website in 2019 after he released his first EP, “Volume 1” in November 2018. Positive praises poured into the comment section of the livestream as Sweat$ performed with a pianist in the background. He encouraged audiences to take a break and let the music move them. The performance included originals like “Would You” and “Cocaine” which spoke of love and longing. Despite the happy comments, the number of people watching from home remained under 100 throughout the performance. For students who missed the live premieres but still want to learn about the various promoted programs, each session of All Day ASI is posted on CSUF ASI’s Youtube page.

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The association was founded in 1975 among 44 members and has been committed to strengthening ties among Black journalists, expanding job opportunities, encouraging Black students to become journalists and to diversify faculties, according to its website. “My mission was definitely to bring something that could help, you know, Black communication students and, you know, people of color, communication students in general and be another outlet and resource to get internships and develop mentorship programs,” Winston said. The association’s advisers are Torrell Foree, coordinator of the African American Resource Ccenter, and Dr.

Miya Williams Fayne, an assistant communications professor. The roles of each advisor vary since they have different backgrounds, but there are no formalized duties set in place. “Being one of the co-advisors, I am not as familiar with the journalism world, communications world, but my role is not to help in that, but in terms of the leadership development, that’s more my expertise,” Foree said. Williams Fayne said she has been helping the organization get connected with the communications department by making sure it is listed on the department’s page for clubs and is interacting with other clubs. She also keeps members

informed about internships and other opportunities on and off campus, Williams Fayne said. Since CSUF went virtual, clubs and organizations have had to adjust their approach to community outreach. “I think that they definitely have a big task ahead of them, right, and kind of establishing a new chapter in this virtual environment. But, it’s great that everybody is excited about it and really on board and committed to making this a really great and strong organization,” Williams Fayne said. One idea to establish the organization is to start up a Black publication in the form of a free blog for Black communication majors to

contribute to, Winston said. The goal is that if someone wants to write about sports, gaming, album reviews or produce podcasts, there is a place for their ideas, Winston said. Aside from the publication project, the association did have more outreach efforts planned, but virtual instruction made those events difficult. However, it plans to have four workshops this semester including one on cover letters, resumes, internships, marketing, public relations and one on how to make a business from a podcast workshop, Winston said. While the association chapters have not been implemented at many CSUs, those involved with the CSUF chapter said they

believe it is a step in the right direction. “I think, being one of the few is special in that we already have a strong communications college, right? So, I think this is another piece to a well-established college in that being able to attract more communications students, presumably Black journalists, in a field that is sometimes difficult to get into,” Foree said. The association is free this semester, due to the current pandemic, but will cost $40 for future semesters to become a member. The fee is to get all the opportunities the organization has to offer such as conferences and exclusive networking opportunities. But, the events planned are still free and open to the public.

Tech: Internet addiction explained CONTINUED FROM 1 Having published articles about Silicon Valley platforms and written about it for his dissertation, professor Frank Russell Ph.D., at Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Communications, can confirm the culture of Silicon Valley’s companies that Harris references. “These companies believe that they are in a position to change the world and I think initially, they came to it from the perspective that they thought they could change the world for the better,” Russell said. With the spread of “misinformation”, Russell’s term for fake news, it has become harder and harder to recognize what is real and what is false. But, there are two sides VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

to the coin. “I completely see the positives, because I have seen how various social protests around the world are able to organize because of social media. I’ve seen petitions being signed, people are joining these diﬀerent causes that they couldn’t easily do without social media, they were able to do crowdsourcing, fundraising this and that through social media,” said Tara Suwinyattichaiporn Ph.D., a human communication studies professor. Though people are able to do more than ever through social media, Suwinyattichaiporn said the dangers, such as social comparison, can lead to anxiety, depression and cyberbullying, especially when there is no

accountability through complete anonymity. Brent Foster Ph.D., of CSUF’s Department of Communications, recognized that platforms such as Facebook should have a responsibility to establish ethical rules and regulations within their companies. However, if a private company such as Facebook managed to implement ethical responsibility, whoever is in charge may be biased and it could aﬀect the type of content that would be approved and denied. “Even if we have ethical standards created by these media, social media giants, the question is, who sets the standards?” Foster said. The First Amendment protects our rights to freedom of

speech and of the press, but it’s up to the consumers to be responsible, Russell said. The younger the consumers are, the harder it is for them to be responsible, said Jonathan Haidt Ph.D., a social psychologist from the documentary. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has been a significant increase in self harm and suicide among teenage girls since the rise of social media around 2011. Since 2009, non-fatal self harm in preteen girls is up 189% and suicide in preteen girls is up 151%, which directly correlates with the rise of social media. Now, with the coronavirus pandemic, “The Social Dilemma” illustrates how misinformation can spread to

exponential levels. “What we’re seeing with COVID is just an extreme version of what’s happening across our information ecosystem,” Harris said. “Social media amplifies exponential gossip and exponential hearsay to the point that we don’t know what’s true, no matter what issue we care about.” The Department of Human Communications oﬀers a class called Digital Media Literacy which is designed to teach students how to eﬃciently and ethically consume information online; something that Suwinyattichaiporn encourages everyone to take. “We can’t escape it now,” Suwinyattichaiporn said. “Technology is going to be in our lives more and more and more.”

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WEEKLY PLAYLIST Guilty Pleasures We all have songs that we only listen to when no one’s around or with headphones on. There’s no shame in that. Here are CSUF students’ guilty pleasure songs.

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Be careful with your words and work on communication. Things can easily get lost in translation.

Take that leap. New opportunities are on the horizon, reach out and grab them. Don’t hesitate.

You’re rushing into things. Take it slow and be aware of your emotions rather than focusing on logic.

Quality time with loved ones is a must this week. Set up a socially-distanced or virtual hang out with those you love, the quality time will lift your spirits.

Take in every moment. Maybe write them down so you won’t forget these lessons. You’re at a very formative time, use it to grow.

Your cheery and optimistic emotions are contagious. Everyone will enjoy being around you.

Harness your energy and focus it on new projects. Don’t waste the burst of energy coming your way. Use it to your advantage.

Conflicting feelings are natural and common. Don’t suppress them; trust your instincts.

Feelings of creativity are high this week. Channel your creativity to make a masterpiece.

Despite your shy nature, the opportunity to be in the limelight will be life changing. Enjoy the spotlight, you’ll shine.

An old friend will reach out. Welcome them with open arms. They’re meant to stick around for a while.

Romantic feelings are soaring today. Guard your heart; don’t fall for them too fast.

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In-N-Out Hacks This week’s hack comes courtesy of Spoon University. You may be familiar with ordering your burger from In N Out as Animal Style or Protein Style. But have you ever ordered a 3 x 3, a 1 x 4, Roadkill Fries or The Flying Dutchman? There are even hacks for your beverage of choice, including the Lemon-Up and Neapolitan Shake. Find out more by visting the link below: https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/in-n-out-menu-hacks

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Recognized for work off the court Carolyn Gill, basketball forward, earns StudentAthlete of the week. JOSE FLORES Asst. Editor

Cal State Fullerton women’s basketball senior Carolyn Gill was named Student-Athlete of the Week for her work in the classroom and in the community, which is a weekly award to honor student-athletes’ accomplishments away from their sport. “With sports not being

here I think it is important to highlight the fact that we are students first,” Gill said “Sports might’ve got us here but school is generally the thing helping us continue to play.” The Oakland native credits this award to being able to balance her activities eﬀectively. She said this semester she can see herself having to adapt again in the upcoming weeks due to how much she underestimated her workload. Gill also mentioned that it is key to realize you are wrong about

something and then adjust accordingly. Gill earned this award not only excelling in the classroom, but because of her involvement on campus and in the community. She is CSUF’s representative in the newly formed Big West Undivided committee. “Our goal is to try and be that voice that is not just pushing for social justice and change, but action,” Gill said. This committee includes one administrator and one student athlete from each of

the Big West’s 11 member institutions and operates under four guiding pillars: education, empowerment, accountability and change. “The biggest thing is trying to not have our social justice issues be a trend,” Gill said. The 5’10” forward is coming oﬀ an impressive season being named to the All-Big West Defensive Team and selected as the Big West’s Best Hustle Player. A season like that is sure to have anyone anxious for the next one to start, however, with the coronavirus and an injury,

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Carolyn Gill shoots a free-throw in the Big West tournament at Long Beach State University.

it has been a very different off-season for Gill. Gill tore her meniscus early January and was supposed to get surgery for it in March. Due to COVID-19, her surgery was pushed back to June. Other cartilage issues had to be fixed which didn’t allow Gill to walk for a month and a half. This, in addition to the current pandemic, has required her and the rest of the women’s basketball team to adapt. Gill said it’s up to her and her teammates to hold themselves accountable during these times, whether it’s finding open courts to practice, making sure everyone is in the right mindset or running together. Now, her mindset now is taking things one day at a time. “It is really hard to plan and predict weeks and months in advance so taking things one day at a time I think will be my biggest motto for going through COVID,” she said. When the new season does happen, Gill and the team will be ready. She said she is looking to improve on the offensive side of the ball, whether it be making that extra pass or looking for her own shots. “We are trying to be a team where anybody and everybody can score so we don’t need to rely on one or two people,” Gill said. As a team, she noted that they have continued to improve every year and that the end goal is the same: win conference and to make it to the tournament.

Democracy: Exercising their rights CONTINUED FROM 1 Dunson said that another reason was because of the low turnout in college students. Even though voting rates among college students grew in 2016 and 2018, less than 50% of the population voted both years, according to the Institute for Democracy and Higher Education at Tufts University. He said that since student athletes usually are faces of a university, they can use their platform to speak on the importance of voting and registering. “The athletes are influencers. So, I think that makes it very important, because they have a voice within the university, within the general student population. If they can use that to spread the importance, I think that’s huge. But, to me, it doesn’t matter unless they feel it’s important,” Dunson said. Although the coaches did not explicitly tell anyone to register to vote, the athletes said they understood the importance of it. It was after those discussions when everyone VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

on the team decided they wanted to register to vote, as well as the coaching staff. “I’ll be honest, I’m not gonna say my age, but I haven’t voted as many times as I’ve been able to,” said assistant coach Anthony Santos. “Now, I see how much of an impact that we all can make in terms of myself, our team and then the whole basketball community. So, I think it’s a big deal for our guys.” In addition to not wanting to make the team have to register, the coaches also are not saying who everyone needs to vote for, and instead educated them on all the choices available. Taylor said that educating each other has been the biggest priority for him, and part of that educating is understanding everyone’s perspective and learning how past experiences shape those perspectives. Junior guard Wayne Arnold shared his experiences, including interactions with law enforcement, with his teammates and realized that he wasn’t alone.

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