2019-09-03 by Daily Titan

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Volume 106 Issue 2

The Student Voice of California State University, Fullerton

Sprinkler displaced students Stabbing update Suspect in Chan case is being kept under a psychiatric hold. NOAH BIESIADA Asst. Editor

HOSAM ELATTAR Editor

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Industrial dehumidifiers operating along walkways on the second foor of the Fig residency halls after it was flooded this past Tuesday.

“We were able to accommoStudents were moved to a date students in our emergency hotel after student housing spaces. We did put some of our was damaged. students in the Holiday Inn, and NOAH BIESIADA Asst. Editor

Last Tuesday night, a broken fire sprinkler at Cal State Fullerton housing caused an evacuation after it flooded several rooms, forcing students to move out that night. The water impacted parts of the first and second floors of Fig Hall, displacing 53 students with varying levels of water damage to their rooms.

other students found temporary accommodations in the housing community or locally with friends and family members,” said Jenni Brundage, director of housing. All students have since been moved back into housing, although some were forced to spend two nights at the Fullerton Holiday Inn. Several rooms are also still being dried out, but can support students, Brundage said. “We assessed all of the rooms

individually to see where the impacted rooms were and what needed to be done,” Brundage said. “Some are still being dried out, so there is some drying equipment in their rooms. We’re checking them very frequently in order to make sure we’re addressing everything that needs to be done in a very timely manner.” Several students were permanently moved to new rooms for the remainder of the semester because repairs could not be completed in a timely manner. There currently is not a timeline on how long it will take, Brundage said.

Brundage was also unable to confirm who would be paying for the damages because it had not been determined yet. Oﬃcers at the scene were told that the sprinkler was triggered by a student attempting to hang clothes on the sprinkler, but Brundage declined to comment on it. “We’re not necessarily giving out any of the details right now. At this point in time we’re making sure that we can accommodate all of our residents in safe and dry accommodations,” Brundage said. SEE DORMS

Chuyen Van Vo, the suspect charged in the campus stabbing death of former Cal State Fullerton administrator Steven Chan, is being held in mental health housing at the Orange County jail in Santa Ana. The Orange County Health Care Agency, the department in charge of Vo’s healthcare, could not be reached for comment. Sheriﬀ’s deputies did not disclose the reason for separating Vo from the main jail population. Vo was arrested on Aug. 21 two days after Chan’s body was found on campus. Vo first appeared in court on Aug. 24. His arraignment will continue until Oct. 4 in the Central Justice Center when he is expected to enter a plea to the charges brought against him by the Orange County DA’s oﬃce. “The Titan community lost a beloved member of its family as a result of this senseless act. Schools should be safe havens for students to learn and thrive. Cal State Fullerton has made it clear that the safety of their students, faculty, and visitors remains their top priority,” said Todd Spitzer, Orange County district attorney, about Chan in a press release. 3

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CSUF loses Canto de Anaheim fosters unity nailbiter Pearson Park Ampitheatre hosts Mexican American culture showcase.

Women’s soccer faced stern Utah Valley defense despite having 13 shots. ARNULFO GONZALEZ Editor

Cal State Fullerton women’s soccer team traveled to Utah Valley where they lost 2-1 despite a strong offensive showing. The Titans were riding a twogame winning streak that has seen them outscore their opponents seven goals to none. The Utah Valley Wolverines start to the season saw them wait four games before they were able to get their first win over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 2-0. Utah Valley started the game with its foot on the gas pedal as they opened the scoring in the seventh minute thanks to redshirt midfielder Amber Tripp. CSUF was kept on its heels by the Wolverine offense and the pressure paid off as they got a second goal, courtesy of a Titan own goal in the 16th minute. Despite the fact that CSUF was trailing 2-0, they outshot UVU 4-3 in the first 45 minutes. Utah Valley was led by Tripp and Sadie Brockbank who both had two shots on goal, despite Brockbank only playing a total of 35 minutes. Tripp is the offensive leader early in the season for UVU as she has three goals and one assist in four games. The Titan offense did not lack opportunities, they were just lacking the final touch in front of the goal. SEE WOES 4

MADISON AMIREHTESHAMI ARIANNA BURNS Staff Writers

The gentle hum of tuning instruments filled the evening air as people, young and old, filed into Pearson Park Amphitheatre in Anaheim. Thursday, Aug. 31 marked the first performance of Canto de Anaheim. Free to the public, the show featured music from Pacific Symphony and live acting directed by Sara Guerrero. The show’s conductor, Greg Flores, highlighted music from Marquez, Moncayo, Revueltas and others. The symphony was accompanied by original music from guest artists Moises Vazquez, R.H.Y.T.H.M.O. Mariachi Academy and Mariachi Anacatlan. The event included blue vendor tents near the entrance, with Mexican cuisine for sale and a table for attendees to add to a Mexican American historical timeline of Anaheim. R.H.Y.T.H.M.O. Mariachi Academy was the prelude to the main event. The crowd applauded their entrance and cheered with pure joy during the solos from some of the youngest members of the group. Host Gustavo Arellano greeted the audience with “Willkommen. Welcome. Bienvenidos,” as an introduction to the show. Los Angeles Times feature writer Arellano narrated the entire show, which included blends of classical music and historical narrative with pop culture references. The small cast of actors took to the stage numerous times throughout the show in an array

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From left to right, Shanelle Garcia, Amilcar Jauregui, Victor Rivera-Lopez, Angela Estela Moore and Mia Negrete perform several acts about historic Mexican American figures such as Josie Montoya and Emigdio Vasquez.

of costumes to represent several Mexican American heroes. When historic figures such as Josie Montoya and Emigdio Vasquez were portrayed, some audience members reacted with signs of recognition while others marveled at the introduction of these local heroes. Arellano created the concept for Canto de Anaheim when he was approached by the Pacific

Symphony with a grant to showcase the cultural aspect of Anaheim through music and acting. Canto de Anaheim features all Mexican composers, Arellano said. Audience members may have been familiar with the music, but not with the history behind each piece. “We don’t just give them the history of Anaheim but the history of the music,” Arellano said.

The Pacific Symphony originally began as a collaboration with Cal State Fullerton and North Orange County community leaders. In the future, Arellano said he hopes to continue with performances like Canto de Anaheim that feature Mexican American culture in local communities across the Orange County area. SEE LOCAL

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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3 - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

ASI proposes scholarship increases Projected budget to spend close to $2 million on athletic grants. LYDIA KELLEY JESSICA BENDA Asst. Editors

BRANDON PHO Editor

Cal State Fullerton’s student body government has increased the money they spend on general scholarships for the university’s student population but continues to spend more dollars on scholarships for student athletes. This year’s proposed budget for Associated Students, Inc. has nearly $2 million allocated for student athletes’ services and scholarships. That’s compared to the $27,000 allocated for other student populations like Dreamers, undocumented students who pay for their school by working jobs and using Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals permits. However, CSUF offers a variety of its own scholarships totaling nearly $2 million for the general student population, according to the university’s Office of Financial Aid. The need for scholarships for underserved communities in the student body is something ASI directors are trying to meet, said Lionel Lawrence, a non-student staffer at ASI who’s in charge of the agency’s financials. “Last year, our student leaders wanted to give back to the

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Lionel Lawrence, ASI staff member, discussed last year’s budget at the Board of Directors meeting last Tuesday.

students and increase scholarships, so the organization introduced the Titan Dreamers (scholarships),” Lawrence said. ASI President Aaron Aguilar said he hopes to put even more money into these scholarships. “It’s all about looking at where else money needs to go, but our scholarships get a lot of applicants for it, so we wish that we could hopefully provide a lot more,” Aguilar said. “It’s something we’re probably going to aim for.” ASI’s Titan Dreamers Scholarship gives recipients an additional $10,000. The scholarship is awarded to Dreamers who have at least

spent one semester at CSUF. The requirements also include a 3.0 GPA and enrollment in at least six units, as well as campus involvement. The student government has yet to approve the budget. ASI’s budget is proposing roughly half a million dollars more in total spending than in 2017. In 2017, ASI’s income totaled to $3.3 million. It rose to $3.4 million the following year, and this year’s proposed budget shows ASI is earning $3.5 million. ASI didn’t begin funding general student scholarships until this year’s proposed budget. Dreamers for the past two years were getting

$1,000 from the agency, until it rose to $10,000 this year. ASI added another $17,000 scholarship for the general student population this year. For the past two years, no such award existed. ASI’s spending on student athletes, the second largest expense of its budget, funds the university athletic department, athletes’ tuition and other things, Lawrence said. The two scholarship programs not for student athletes would cost ASI nearly $27,000. The majority of the upcoming budget supports staﬀ salaries which total $2.6 million, which is $46,844 more than last year.

This is partly due to the minimum wage increase, soon to be $15 an hour in 2022, according to Lawrence. In total, ASI expenses have hovered around $9.7 million since 2018, half a million more than the fiscal year prior. These expenses span many areas. Parent fees, which are the money that staff and student parents pay to use the Children’s Center services, are earning ASI $685,000 this year, nearly $120,000 more than last year. Though the price of parent fees itself hasn’t risen, this $120,000 difference is due to them “having a better collection in fees”, Lawrence said. The budget is powered by a variety of areas besides parent fees. Revenue from the Titan Student Center, and a Department of Education contract are some of the biggest sources of income for the ASI budget. Despite these contributions, the bulk of the income comes from the $6.2 million provided by student fees. Any future budget will depend on ASI’s various projects. One of the major goals for this semester is setting up a food pantry so struggling students will have a place to eat, store or prepare their food. The student body government is currently applying for a grant of up to $25,000 to fund it, which ASI staff say will alleviate some of the university’s expenses for building one, Aguilar said. “This year’s budget reflects that with an expanded focus on basic needs for sure,” Aguilar said.

Grant could fund food pantry Dorms: ASI leaders seek to create permanent space to help food-insecure students. HOSAM ELATTAR Editor

Associated Students’ President Aaron Aguilar and his administration are applying for a $25,000 grant to fund the creation of a permanent food pantry on campus. For the last three years, Associated Students has been discussing creating this pantry. The food pantry is a top priority for Aguilar and his executive team, said Keya Allen, the executive director for Associated Students. The CSU conducted a study on students’ basic needs in January 2018. The study found that 41.6% of students reported experiencing food insecurity and 10.9% reported experiencing homelessness within the past year. Reducing food insecurity was one of the main goals Aguilar and Vice President Mansi Kalra ran on during their campaign last semester.

“Hunger and homelessness is an invisible issue on campuses, it’s not something you can see and it flies under the radar. There is not too much funding going towards it. There’s not too much attention given towards it,”Kalra said. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 20192020 budget proposal allocates $15 million as a one-time funding for student’s basic needs for the Cal State System. “When that’s distributed amongst 23 campuses it really boils down to not much,” Kalra said. “We can talk about academic success all that we want but it really means nothing if we don’t give students the foundation of basic needs to begin with.” The Campus Care Grant, awarded through the National Association of College Auxiliary Services, is given to fund basic needs programs or services such as a food pantry. “If we can get the grant then I think the grant will help us to move to the next phase. These students want to get something soon within the time of their administration,” Allen said. The application for the grant calls for letters from students

and administrators in support of the program. Aguilar and Kalra are asking that students send in their letters or testimonies to Associated Students or speak with them about their experiences if they want to. All members of the Associated Students executive team wrote letters in support of the program, Kalra said. At last week’s board of directors meeting, Aguilar called on other members of Associated Students to send in letters as well. Kalra said a majority of the board of directors sent in letters. “It was about one from each college,” Kalra said, or just over half of the board. Kalra did not say how many students on the ASI Board of Trustees sent in letters or if university administrators did, but she said that close to 15 students at large sent in letters in support of a permanent food pantry. Associated Students currently has a monthly mobile food pantry that provides students with a free bag of groceries. The next mobile pantry will be held on Sept. 11. A permanent space would

allow students to come in more often to get food, Kalra said. Aguilar said there is a need for this space. “When we look at previous efforts that ASI has done in the past like the mobile food pantry,” Aguilar said. “We see the need for those sorts of services. The food runs out like within half an hour.” Aguilar has visited the food pantries at other CSUs and said having this resource is overdue at Cal State Fullerton. “We’re 40,000 students, the largest CSU in the entire system and we’re pretty much the only one that doesn’t have a permanent source,” Aguilar said. CSUF is one of four CSUs that does not have a permanent space where students can come and physically pick up food for free at least once a week. Allen said that while there are resources like Tuffy’s Basic Needs to help students experiencing food insecurity, a food pantry would be the next step in an effort to alleviate the problem. “Almost all of our sister campuses have some sort of food program. We’re the only campus that has a fully established basic needs center,” Allen said. “You go into that students’ basic needs center that may not have physical food but you will eat.” Aguilar and Kalra said part of the problem with food insecurity is it’s not a visible issue that many students know about. “People think that food insecurity means you’re just not eating, but if you’re eating ramen all three meals a day you are food insecure,” Kalra said. Associated Students is working with Second Harvest Food Bank, a nonprofit, so that the pantry holds not just canned goods but also other healthy options for students, Kalra said. “I think the concept of having a food pantry on campus makes a statement. It says that food insecurity is a real issue. It says we’re addressing it in the open and it really fights the stigma around it,” Kalra said. Brandon Pho and Jessica Benda contributed to this article.

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However, University Police Capt. Scot Willey did confirm that the sprinkler was not triggered by a fire or similar emergency. “That became pretty obvious when they talked to the person that was involved, but as you can see probably from the video, it was a massive amount of water that was coming out,” Willey said. Members of the Fullerton Fire Department arrived to shut oﬀ the sprinklers and fix the leak, Willey said. “They responded really quick, everyone did, even the workers who put it all back together,” Willey said. “We put the building on fire watch, which means that because there’s now no fire systems in the building we have to have our oﬃcers go through the building once an hour to make sure things are OK.”

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Fig Hall’s 2nd floor sprinkler valve. VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3 - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Pollak Library running out of space BRANDON PHO Editor

Pollak Library is running out of space to keep Cal State Fullerton’s oldest and most valuable rare documents and artifacts. “It feels like we’re walking through a forest of files here,” said Patrisia Prestinary, the librarian overseeing the university’s archives and special collections, files kept on a tucked-away corner of the library’s third floor. “It feels even more cramped than it did before.” To those like Prestinary — who cherish the university’s collection of fine-press books, medieval artifacts and documents collected throughout the school’s history — the area needs more space. Right now, there is none. The only option left for Prestinary and her staﬀ is to store things in the aisles between overflowing shelves. Some of the materials, such as their boxing, are already showing wear because of the unideal conditions. And breathing room isn’t something Prestinary’s department will get any time soon. There isn’t any concrete plan to increase space for the collection at the moment, said Pollak Library Dean Emily Bonney. “I’m unhappy about that, but there simply isn’t any funding,” Bonney said. There’s hope that the university can fundraise for a buildout on the library’s sixth floor, which is currently undergoing renovations along with the fourth and fifth as part of an over $10 million improvement project, to create more space for it “right next to the (new) Center for Oral and Public History,” Bonney said. “The plans, generally, for that area have been developed, we just don’t have the funding

right now to do the buildout,” she added. “But that’s where they will go eventually, and until we have funding to do the build-out, they’re just stuck where they are, which is very unfortunate.” Meanwhile, Prestinary and her assistant, Nick Seider, try to keep up with all the old valuables that either need to be boxed, restored or protected, like artifacts from the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, science fiction manuscripts from famed CSUF graduate Philip K. Dick and old film tapes. But some of the materials are kept in storage conditions that are not optimal, Prestinary said. “We really do need better storage for almost everything here,” she said, though there “really isn’t any more space.” Prestinary, during a tour of the area, pointed at a glaring, rectangular-shaped hole cut into the wall of a room where some of the collections are kept, with plastic tarp draped over it. It was a window. Or at least it will be. University staﬀ were cutting them in overnight. “We had to shift everything around for them to do that,” Prestinary said, adding that she and her staﬀ had to roll all of the area’s antique maps away from the walls, plus some cabinets storing more valuable materials. Though they’re running out of floor space for those, too. The area’s storage space is “so full” they’re using other places to store unprocessed materials, Prestinary said, pointing at shelves overflowing with boxes and files that in some places almost kiss the ceiling. “This room is cramped to the point where it has a low ceiling where we’re not really supposed to put items at the top, but we have to because there’s just no more space to grow,” she said, pointing at one of the shelves. She then gestured to some carts on another side of the room. “All of these carts are unprocessed collections,” she said, “so we filled sort of all of the available shelf space that we

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The university’s special collection of old and valuable memorabilia is kept on Pollak Library's third floor.

have in here right now.” Some of the collections in this area have been sitting here unprocessed “for decades,” Prestinary said. There’s no sign of immediate relief for the department strapped for space. “We are always taking in materials for university archives. At the moment, I don’t have any space for the collections that we have taken in the last five years,” Prestinary said. So Prestinary’s staff try to work with what they can. “The only other space we could potentially use for collections are the aisles. We could line the aisles with carts,” she said. “I’m hesitant to do that because I think that’s a fire hazard.” If her department gets the added space on the sixth floor, it would “effectively triple the amount of storage space that we have right now.” And any possibility of offsite storage is out of the question, Bonney and Prestinary said. “It’s important that the special collections be in the building so our students and faculty can have access to them,”

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Limited storage has caused the displacement of rare documents and artifacts.

Bonney said. At this point, Prestinary said she’s just trying to maintain and process “what we have at the moment.” Until some of the other renovations work is done, “the library just really isn’t in the position to be able to offer us offsite storage at the moment,” Prestinary added. Prestinary’s already been forced to hold off donations from several university departments to add to the collection. “I only started to put collections requests on hold within this last year. We have been approached by a couple of departments, and I’ve asked them to do some preliminary sorting to help do some of that in advance of transferring them to just give us a little more time,” Prestinary said. Despite the frustrations of the lack of space, Seider says things “go pretty smoothly” at the area day-to-day. That’s because he and Prestinary know the materials. Seider said his favorite materials are the sci-fi collections. “We have ‘Fahrenheit 451.’ That’s considered one of the

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best science fiction novels of all time, and it’s considered a masterpiece in dystopian science fiction. And we have the original manuscripts here. That’s awesome, I get to work with those,” Seider said. Among some of the department’s most ancient artifacts are a medieval dutch prayer book with embossed leather, brass decorations and chain binding that the owner would chain to a desk to prevent theft. “One of my favorites,” Prestinary said. Another includes the first edition of “Moby Dick” by Herman Melville. “It’s quite valuable,” Prestinary said, calling it “one of our treasures.” Seider called his relationship with the materials a “fondness of familiarity.” “I’ve been here so long. These items here, they’re not mine. They’re the state’s — everyone owns them — but because I work with them so much, I need to take care of them. There’s a sense of belonging here, in preserving the materials,” he added.

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by reason of insanity and was sentenced to the Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino and later transferred. On Oct. 13, 1984, physics professor Edward Lee Cooperman was shot dead in his oﬃce in McCarthy Hall. One of his students, Minh Van Lam, was charged for the murder of Cooperman. Lam admitted to shooting Cooperman but said the gun fired accidentally. The judge presiding over the case dismissed the jury on March 27,1985 and decided a judge would render a verdict on Lam’s murder charges. Lam was sentenced to three years for involuntary manslaughter, Lam was released in June 1986, having served 20 months including jail time while awaiting trial. The stabbing killing of Chan marks the third deadly incident on campus at CSUF.

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4 Sports

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3 - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Big second half propels men’s soccer Titans score 2 goals on 14 shots to come from behind and beat Bryant University. MARIAH ROSS Asst. Editor

The Cal State Fullerton men’s soccer team overcame their first deficit of the season as they defeated the Bryant University Bulldogs, 2-1, Sunday night at Titan Stadium. The win came just two days after the Titans defeated the Hartford University Hawks in the season opener, 2-0. On Friday’s game, junior Christian Pinzon scored in the 36th minute of the first half. In the second half, senior Oscar Flores scored the second goal of his NCAA career in the 63rd minute. Sunday night’s victory started oﬀ slow for the Titans as they made only three shot attempts in the first half, while the Bulldogs shot five. In the 36th minute, Bryant University’s Ben Williams was able to get past CSUF goalkeeper Paul-Andre Guerin, leaving the Titans down 1-0. Coach George Kuntz attributed the slow start to the team being too cautious. “I think we were playing not to make mistakes instead of being on the front foot and playing

aggressive,” Kuntz said. After some halftime adjustments, the Titans emerged re-energized for the last 45 minutes, nearly doubling their shot attempts from the first half within 10 minutes of the last half starting. Kuntz credited the men for their increased aggression after the rough start. “I thought our midfield was much more aggressive the second half, getting closer to the goal, supporting each other so they can combine,” Kuntz said. Following several shot attempts from Pinzon and Tyler Marquez, Flores evened the score to 1-1 with an assist from Marquez in the 69th minute of the match. Flores said his work ethic is what led him to achieve his second goal of the season and what will serve as the impetus for consistency. “I’m just going to be working day in, and day out, and riding with the team, and as long as I get the opportunity, I’m going to do the best to put it away,” Flores said. After four more shot attempts, the Titans earned another goal by freshman Diego Useda, assisted by Jessy Sotelo, in the 81st minute of the match, landing them on top of the Bulldogs, 2-1. Useda credited his team’s motivation for what was the first goal of his NCAA career. “Coach told me before I went in, ‘Play for the team, not the crowd,’ and that’s what I did,

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Senior Oscar Flores dribbles past his defenders looking to get a shot on goal agianst Bryant.

you know. And when I put that goal in, I was happy that I did for the team,” Useda said. The Titans finished oﬀ the game with a total of 14 shot attempts, 11 of which came in the second half. Four attempts

came from Sotelo and another three from Pinzon. With only two seniors on the field, the Titans displayed grit as they fought from behind. “Young guys came in and lifted us,” Kuntz said.

CSUF continues their stretch of home games next week as they take on Loyola University Chicago for a men and women’s soccer doubleheader Friday, Sept. 6 at Titan Stadium at 5 p.m.

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Fullerton did a good job getting its shots across as it led to them getting nine corner kicks on the day, eight more than their opponents. CSUF had 13 shots in the game with only 5 on target. One of those shots ended up being a penalty that was converted by forward Atlanta Primus in the 51st minute. Primus has had at least one goal or assist in every game this season, totaling five assists and two goals for the year thus far. The second half was where most of the action took place for both teams as they combined for 15 shots, nine for the Titans and six for the Wolverines. The Wolverine defense was able to stop a Titan squad that

has scored eight goals in three games prior to today’s matchup. The increase in oﬀense during the second half saw the goalies get more touches on the ball as they were called to make saves to keep their teams in the game. Allie Jara for UVU had four saves on the day, three of which came in the second half. CSUF’s stopper Noa Schumacher also had four saves, three of those with courtesy of the increased oﬀense in the second 45 minutes. The Titans are going to be looking to regroup as they come back home for a doubleheader with the men’s team. They will be hosting Houston on Friday, Sept. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Titan Stadium.

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Junior Erik Gonzalez makes his way to the finish line en route to a third place finish in the Mark Covert Classic.

Men’s and women’s teams take first place at Carbon Canyon National Park. KASON CLARK Asst. Editor

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The Cal State Fullerton cross-country team took first place for both the men’s 8K run and the women’s 5K run on Saturday morning in the Mark Covert Classic at the Carbon Canyon National Park in Brea. The men’s team finished in first place with 60 points, which was 16 ahead of second place Cal Coast Track Club and 51 points ahead of third place Loyola Marymount. The Titans were led by junior Erik Gonzalez, who finished the 8K run in third place with a time of 24:55.9. Two more Titans finished in the top ten as junior Jacob Smith and senior Anthony Alfaro finished in sixth and eighth place respectively. Vahagn Isayan of the Valor Track Club finished first with a

time of 24:24.3 and unattached runner Ivo Balabanov finished second with a time of 24:31.9. The women’s team took first place with 41 points in the 5K run. Junior Trinity Ruelas led the Titans by finishing in second place with a time of 17:51.9. Three more Titan runners finished in the top ten as senior Alyssa Block, freshman Mckaylie Caesar and senior Sarah Hollis finished seventh, eighth and ninth respectively. Behind the Titans were California Baptist University with 60 points in second place and the Cal Coast Track Club with 76 points in third place. Ashlee Powers from the Cal Coast Track Club finished first with a time of 17:44.8, only 7.1 seconds ahead of Ruelas. Sara Van Dyke of the Cal Coast Track Club finished third behind Ruelas with a time of 17:57.4. Titans head coach John Elders was pleased with his runners’ performances and credits their patience for their strong finishes. “They ran really smart so they kind of held back and really finished the second half of

the race strong,” Elders said. “So that was what we were hoping to accomplish today.” The Titans’ improved upon their performance from last year’s Mark Covert Classic where the men’s team finished in third place and the women’s team finished fourth. Despite the win, Elders said his team was not at full strength because several important players, senior Samantha Huerta, freshman Alexis Garcia and senior Jorge Sanchez, sat out this meet. He plans for their return and hopes that his team will remain healthy throughout the season. “Moving forward, we just want to keep building and stay healthy,” Elders said. “If we do that and just continue to train well and live right, we’re going to be where we need to be at the end.” The Mark Covert Classic was the Titans’ first of six meets this season. The next meet for the cross-country team will take place Sept. 13 at the USD Invite in San Diego. The next meet in Orange County will take place at 5 p.m. on Oct. 25 at the Titan Invite at CSUF.

Opinion 5

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3 - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

LETTER TO THE

Editor

In response to:

‘College rape cases go unreported and survivors go unaided’ published Dec. 12, 2018.

Dear Reader, It’s been months, but I still have nightmares and flashbacks. Last semester, I was raped by someone I thought was my friend — someone I trusted with my whole mind and heart. In an article by the Daily Titan, according to the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics, it is stated that 80% of victims do not pursue any legal action against their rapist, and I am part of that 80%. Sexual assault seems to have become the norm among college students, and is often swept under the rug. Rapists are usually not held accountable by those around them, and victims are left to deal with trauma long after the assault. The feeling of having someone forcibly take down my pants and my underwear without my consent is something I’ll never forget. The feeling of being violated in my own bed, so scared out of my mind that I couldn’t stop it or even move, is something I will forever blame myself for. In the moment, I tried to shut it out and wait for it to be over. I remember waking up the next day crying because I knew what had happened, but I couldn’t admit it to myself. I was in denial, and I tried to tell myself he had just touched me. I knew that that was wrong, but in my mind it felt better than the word rape. After a person is raped, there is a timeframe for physical evidence to be collected. When I found this out, my window to do this was going to close in three hours. So, I decided to get a rape kit in case I wanted to press charges one day. In order for me to get a rape kit, an exam that collects DNA evidence after a sexual assault, my case had to be reported to the police department. It was done anonymously, and as of right now, I don’t plan on pursuing any legal action. I was intoxicated when it happened, and I believe that I wouldn’t have a high chance of a just outcome. I also don’t want to risk my parents finding out.

During the exam the nurses were very helpful and kind. They explained everything step-by-step. But having to state aloud everything that happened to the examiner broke me. I knew that the nurse had to collect any evidence in and on my body, but the feeling of having to be violated again just to show that I was raped made me furious. My naked body had to be examined and parts had to be dyed just so scars and tearing could be photographed better. While I understand it’s a medical procedure, it was humiliating. I also got STD prevention medication and a morning after pill, which can lower a person’s chance of getting pregnant after having unprotected sex by as much as 89%. The combination of these medicines made me nauseous and unable to keep any food or liquid in my system for a few days. After getting the rape kit exam, people I knew asked if the results “confirmed that I was raped.” People told me that if I had just told him to stop he would’ve. The ignorance of these statements is what angered me the most. If I could’ve moved, I would have. If I could’ve said something, I would have. Recovery has been hard. Some days I feel OK,and other days I just want to stay in bed, cry and sleep all day. I avoid talking about what happened to me aloud because I don’t want to relive it. Pursuing anything even remotely romantic or sexual is not something I want right now. I’m emotionally closed oﬀ to the dating world, and I plan on staying that way for a while. I don’t wish rape upon anyone. No one deserves to feel worthless in their own skin or to feel violated. I’ve been struggling to get back to my normal life, but I don’t expect pity or sympathy for what happened to me because I know I’ll be okay. I truly do want my rapist and every other rapist out there to be held legally accountable for their actions, but I also want others to understand that pursuing legal action isn’t as simple as it seems. Signed, A survivor

Amazon fires are ignited by capitalism Greedy agribusiness owners are to blame for climate instability.

BERNADETTE STEELE Asst. Editor

Fires are plaguing the Amazon rainforest, which is home to a vast range of biodiversity, indigenous tribes and botanical wonders that actively reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Many are pulling out their wallets to protect this important entity with donations, and taking to social media to send their thoughts and prayers to the Amazon. Donations are incredibly important to fight back against the greed that goes hand-in-hand with agribusiness groups such as the largest caucus within Brazil’s congress, the ruralista bloc. However, many are too optimistic about the impact of their donations and fail to acknowledge how complex the subject matter is. Because the climate is at a catastrophic state, the Amazon rainforest is a crucial environmental body that must stay protected. Although the Amazon rainforest spans across nine countries, Brazil has been at the forefront of the conversation in regards to deforestation within the Amazon. Under the rule of Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro, deforestation has risen 88% in June, compared to the previous year. Several countries have joined The Paris Climate Agreement to prevent the global temperature from rising 2 degrees Celsius, which mainstream scientists have deemed the point of “no return” for climate change. Unfortunately, Bolsonaro has moved Brazil in the opposite direction of this agreement. During his campaign, Bolsonaro ran on platforms which advocated for the extension of a highway through the rainforest and power plants within it. Furthermore, Bolsonaro promised to reduce environmental VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

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protections, and reallocate the land and resources that have been promised to indigenous tribes of the Amazon rainforest. When a leader eliminates the post of secretary on climate change and strips the environment ministry of all authority, which Bolsonaro has done, it is clear that protecting the environment is not in their interest. Due to the greedy nature of capitalism, many see the Amazon rainforest as an entity, which needs to be disregarded for the sake of economic advancement. Allowing individual agribusiness owners to continuously expand, puts the Earth and all its inhabitants in a precarious and unsafe position. If humans, including Bolsonaro, want to continue living in a secure environment, delicate ecosystems such as the Amazon rainforest must not be

seen as a roadblock to one’s livelihood. The exploitation of Mother Nature in the name of economic advancement is just lazy. By adhering to historic trends of industrialization while putting the environment at risk, one is following the same cycle of destruction, while refusing to think outside of the box. Maybe they’re just dull, or maybe they don’t care, but when a person in power such as Bolsonaro rejects the modern reality of our environment, they are proving that they are both unaware and foolish. In a world where the effects of climate change are becoming undisguised, biological entities that actively reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions are needed now more than ever. Yes, Brazil deserves the chance to advance economically, but they need to consider advancement that doesn’t

follow an outdated context of industrialization. Bolsonaro needs to approach this situation with more creativity. Prosperity doesn’t need to put the Earth and its lungs at stake. Focusing on more than just the industry of agribusiness, opens the door to a safer form of economic advancement. Perhaps creating a reward system for individual agribusiness owners who make active steps toward practicing environmentally-safe standards for their business could be implemented by the Brazilian government. It would work to combat land degradation and deforestation. Regardless of how it’s done, the interests of the agribusiness industry needs to be put on the backburner, before the whole world is ablaze. While most are watching the terrors of the Amazon fires engulf into a deeper depression in

relation to climate change, direct focus needs to be made to combat the evils of deforestation on a local level. Getting involved with reforestation projects such as the One Tree Planted organization, is a clear way to take action. Rather than mourning what is already lost, each individual can get involved by creating their own oasis for environmental protection. Nature-based solutions, such as reforestation, will be discussed at the United Nations General Assembly occurring this year, and every individual must raise their voices to address how important reforestation is in our modern environment, where greedy capitalists are putting their needs before the betterment of the planet. A strict ban on deforestation must be implemented, and those that do not adhere to it must know the severity of their selfishness.

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Express strong emotions in a direct manner, whether it is exercising, a physical chore, or simply telling the truth. Unresolved feelings can boil to the surface.

On the surface, all you’re craving is excitement and novelty today. But the ambivalent Libra Moon’s square to tumultuous Pluto suggests that you’re emotionally wired and need to relieve some pressure.

A disagreement may present a test to a valuable friendship. Cooling down heated words and intense feelings goes a long way toward preventing a bad situation from becoming worse.

Sometimes, the best way to minimize one’s encroaching pessimism is to broaden and lengthen your own enthusiasm. Attitude is everything. Steer your ship in any direction you desire now.

Be careful not to yield to the temptation of believing that might makes right. Firing off facts quickly or out-talking someone doesn’t necessarily make you a winner.

You’re also liable to feel renewed and recharged from your heady pursuits. Dive into these exhilarating learning adventures but leave enough time to accomplish today’s important tasks.

An unquenchable thirst for knowledge and adventure seizes you today. Some people might even be thrown off by your passion for getting to the bottom of an intriguing interest.

You hope to quiet dissatisfaction with a healthy dose of delightful self-indulgence today. Perhaps you believe there’s never too much of a good thing. But excess is real and you run the risk of overdoing your quest for bliss now.

Shame can stunt your growth and keep you from reaching your highest potential. Fear becomes a motivating force when you repeat old mistakes.

Matching motivation with an effective action serves you well today. However, you may struggle figuring out how to let loose without fearing you might drop a lot of cash.

You could be tempted to match fire with fire today. Someone’s insistence to speak without listening presses the limits of your patience.

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Lifestyle 7

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 3 - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Review: Lana Del Rey evokes nostalgia Her sixth studio album continues to idealize the American dream. MADELINE GRAY Editor

STEPHANIE DELATEUR Asst. Editor

The sadcore songstress is back. In a 14-track album touching on themes of hopeless love and American life, Lana Del Rey’s sixth studio album titled ‘Norman F-cking Rockwell!’ pays tribute to America, and more specifically, California. Del Rey drops these cultural references and symbolism throughout the LP with obvious inspiration from the late quintessential American artist,

Norman Rockwell. Del Rey takes on a minimalistic approach to this album which adds a raw element to the record, instead of using a clutter of diﬀerent instruments and complex melodies. The album has a laid back sound, which is perfect for summer, despite summer near its end. While this album is not recommended for playing at the gym, it is perfect for de-stressing, a long drive or getting ready for bed. “Marinr’s Apartment Complex” is pieced together with metaphors and symbolism that ties to the album cover; which has Del Rey in a boat out at sea, with her hand reaching out toward the camera. Del Rey sings, “you lose your way,

just take my hand / you’re lost at sea then I’ll command your boat to me again.” The lyrics are contrary to her usual approach as she takes on the role as the more stable counterpart in a relationship. The artwork features Del Rey in a boat out at sea, with her hand reaching out toward the camera. Del Rey takes on the role as the more stable counterpart in a relationship, which is a departure from her typical lyrics. “Cinnamon Girl” features Del Rey’s fluttering soprano. Her voice blends into the song without distracting the listener. One-liners, such as “fresh out of f---- forever,” from the over nine-minute song “Venice B---,” and “Don’t leave, I just need a wake-up call,” from “The

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Greatest” are not only good Instagram captions, but could end up becoming memorable lyrics from the album. “Happiness is a butterfly” has a conflicting message, but somehow, it works. “If he’s a serial killer then what’s the worst that can happen to a girl who’s already hurt / I’m already hurt” she sings. She goes on to say, “looking into his eyes I think he’s already hurt / he’s already hurt.” She later adds “I just wanna dance with you” and “I just wanna hold you tight down the avenue.” Aside from the patriotic references, the songs are about love in multiple forms, whether it’s tender or turbulent. “The Next Best American Record,” is a standout among every song on the record. The soothing quality of her voice and the guitar at the beginning go well with a cup of tea to relax or to study. The switch from guitar to a slightly heavier beat complements the track without being too intense. Del Rey brings her signature dreamy, sultry sound with layered vocals in the chorus and the background in her cover of, “Doin’ Time,” originally by Sublime. It’s safe to say that Del Rey did the 1996 song justice, as it fits seamlessly with the rest of the record, keeping the California theme with references to the city of Long Beach. Another prominent location Del Rey touches on is the musically linked Los Angeles neighborhood, Laurel Canyon, with songs such as “Norman F-cking Rockwell” and “Bartender.” In Bartender, she sings, “All the ladies of the canyon / wearing black to their house parties / Crosby, Stills and Nash is playing.” Del Rey pulled these references from Joni Mitchell’s 1970 album of the same name and Crosby, Stills and Nash band, which originated in Laurel Canyon.

“Love song” switches up the cool summertime feels with a melancholic piano ballad. Del Rey sings, “In the car, in the car, in the backseat, I’m your baby / We go fast, we go so fast, we don’t move.” Love reflects the speed of the car, moving fast with no indication of slowing down. This is the kind of song that may remind the listener of a current or previous relationship, replaying a montage of memories together. Another standout from the album is “How to disappear,” with its classic feel. The vintage quality of this song makes it timeless while still staying contemporary. The album ends with “hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have — but I have it.” Del Rey makes multiple references to American figures like Sylvia Plath and her nightgown from the poem, ‘Morning Song,’ and Slim Aarons, and his focus on socialite photography subjects. The stripped down vocals and piano allow the lyrics to take center stage. Wrapping up the album, the closing track represents the fluctuating of Del Rey’s state of mind as she grapples with her darker thoughts, but hope triumphs in the current moment. Del Rey sings with convincing emotion on every song, allowing the listener to imagine themselves with someone. Anyone who has experienced love could connect with the album. “Norman F------ Rockwell” has an overall lighter mood than Del Rey’s past records. Her 2017 LP, “Lust for Life,” was her first step in the direction of happier melodies and lyrics while her latest composition moves her progression forward to a more positive state of mind. If anything in life is stressful, this album is not. Listeners should let Del Rey’s voice echo through their speakers and allow her to sing the stress away.

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Local: Telling history though creative means CONTINUED FROM

Many of those in attendance were motivated by their personal connections to local history. Anaheim resident Maria Ureno said this showcase of Mexican American culture unites the community. “We’re Anaheim, and regardless of where we come from, who we are, you know our background, we’re Anaheim, and that’s important,” Ureno said. Others not familiar with the history were attracted to the educational aspect of learning about the background of the city.

Although not native to Anaheim, Catalina Hernandez attended the show with her young children. The Placentia resident felt motivated to attend because the music and historical based acts promote “an understanding of the culture and the struggles that Mexican Americans have faced in the United States and California,” to her blended family. The appearance of a taco truck and man dressed as a tortilla chip to narrate the humble beginnings of the Doritos empire was a crowd favorite among kids in attendance. During this segment, a group of children gathered to grab bags

of Doritos thrown from the stage. Some scenes of the show involved more staggering successes of Mexican American culture like the integration eﬀorts of activist Gloria V. Lopez. This was followed by musical numbers which included “Estrellita” by Manuel Maria Ponce and “La Marcha de Zacatecas” by Genaro Codina. The show concluded with an epilogue including Gabriel Zavala’s song “We are the People” with references to the city of Anaheim. The weight of the words laid heavy on the audience as many in the crowd hummed along to the catchy tune.

The second showing of Canto de Anaheim will be held at Anaheim High School on Saturday, Oct. 5. “My hope is that enough people come or they get enough feedback where they realize that it’s something that they should do every year,” Arellano said. As the last of the audience filtered out of the amphitheater smiling and laughing on their way back into the park, a sense of unity was felt in the hearts and minds of many Mexican American community members who attended the very first Canto de Anaheim.

Los Angeles fair is a canvas for artists This event exhibited multiple mediums of art that highlighted underrepresented people. SARAH ESPINOSA Asst. Editor

Fairgoers gathered at the Fairplex in Pomona last Labor Day weekend to savor the last rays of the golden summer sun at the Los Angeles County Fair. The smoke in the air served as a reminder of the fresh barbequed foods sold at the fair. In addition to barbeque, the fair has also become famous for unique combinations of sweet and salty fried food; this year, a Krispy Kreme donut triple-decker cheeseburger was oﬀered. Beyond the sea of games, rides and vendors stood by the Millard Sheets Art Center. Their indoor air-conditioned gallery offered fairgoers respite from the heat as well as unique perspectives from artists. Presented by the Fairplex and the Millard Sheets Art Center, the exhibit, “Shifting Aesthetics,” was a group show of 11 contemporary LA artists. Mediums ranging from sculpture to neon art were on display. Boyle Heights artist, Star Montana used family photos from multiple generations in her installations to share themes of loss, sorrow and growth. The photo with the strongest connection to the familial theme was a framed portrait of Montana as a child with her family taken at the same fair years ago. The exhibit highlighted diversity in cultural perspectives across mediums. “I love that a lot of these pieces were made by minorities, and it shows the actual life of minorities. Not just a stereotypical or a necessarily sad one, but ones we see every day,” said Macy Charles, an attendee. Neon sign art by Patrick Martinez lit up the exhibit as it explored diversity in Los Angeles by creating signage that stated different types of food. A neon sign that read, “PINOY PUPUSAS” illuminated the white

Sydney Reneé serenaded county fairgoers with an acoustic cover of ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’ by Justin Timberlake.

walls of the gallery as well as the faces of fairgoers with a bright yellow tint. Pinoy is a term used to describe the Filipino community and pupusas are a traditional El Salvadorian dish. “I really liked how they had the neon sign that said pupusas on it. I’m El Salvadorian, I go to a lot of art exhibits and honestly I never really see any Central American representation,” said Erika Gonzalez, who attended the fair on a whim. Upon exiting “Shifting Aesthetics,” fairgoers were greeted with Sydney Raneé’s ambient voice on an acoustic arrangement of Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling.” Raneé’s performance took place in the Mi Poco LA courtyard, just outside the Millard Sheets Art Center. With a mural of Claude Monet created by street artist David Flores on the side, and twinkle lights above, the shaded patio was a relaxed artistic environment compared to the high energy of the fair. “I got hit up by one of the (Mi Poco LA) coordinators. She saw me perform at Melrose Trading Post. This is our second

year playing here. The crowd has been the best ever,” Raneé said.” I don’t think I’ve had a more loving crowd,” said performer Sydney Raneé. Mi Poco LA is a cooperative enterprise whose primary goal is to celebrate the music, food and art of Pomona as well as the broader Los Angeles County. The theme of this year’s fair was, “Celebrating LA pop culture,” as the fair’s attractions were stylized towards pop art, including the information guide. This theme carried over in the exhibit, “LA Pop Architecture.” Famous Southern Californian landmarks such as Randy’s Donuts and Los Angeles City Hall were recreated for fairgoers to explore and take photos without the hassle of the infamous LA traffic. “It’s kind of surreal. For somebody who lives here, it’s like a mini picturesque scenery,” said Yolie Munoz. The end of summer concert series motivated Southern Californians to attend the fair. Mr. Worldwide himself, Florida-native rapper Pitbull, was scheduled to perform at a show last Sunday.

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For Munoz, the Pitbull concert was one of the main reasons she attended, however, for Pitbull, family came before the performance. “We came to the Pitbull concert. We got rescheduled to September 12th,” Munoz said. Due to hurricane Dorian, Pitbull chose to focus on the safety of his family and stay in Miami. Ticket holders had the option of using their concert ticket to instead attend the fair on Sept. 1. Those who could not attend the rescheduled concert were able to receive a full refund upon returning their ticket. “We are a little sad that things had to happen the way it happened. We are excited, however, that we are about to sell out again for the September 12th reschedule. We have a very limited amount of tickets that go back on the market today and hopefully by tonight we are sold out again,” said Lucas Rivera, senior vice president at Fairplex. The LA County Fair will continue to share LA culture from Wednesday to Sunday, until Sept. 22.

Review: A soundtrack for a love story Taylor Swift’s ‘Lover’ closes the summer with a familiar sound. KIM PHAM Editor

Taylor Swift released her seventh and most vulnerable album yet on Aug. 23, and it has done nothing but impress. “Lover” sat at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart within the first week of its debut, an occurrence Swift is too familiar with as this marks her sixth album to make this feat. In true pop queen fashion, Swift sold 450,000 copies after the first day of the album’s release, a record-setting number for 2019 album sales in America. Leaks of her tracklist on iTunes along with Swift’s Easter egg hunt for fans definitely didn’t hurt the growing anticipation. Swift’s previous album, “Reputation,” was released in 2017 and displayed some of her darker colors with its vengeful tone and provocative force. The vast diﬀerence between “Lover” and “Reputation” highlights the immense growth Swift has undergone in the past two years. For long-time fans, “Lover” evokes feelings nostalgic of 2008 and 2010 Taylor. “Speak Now” and “Fearless” share the same messages on love. What diﬀerentiates the seventh album from the others, however, is the complex range of artistic style packed with underlying political and personal context. “ME!” features Brendon Urie from Panic! at the Disco and is currently the highest-streaming song on the album. The single, which was initially released as a single back in April, was followed VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

by the release of “The Archer” and “You Need to Calm Down.” The latter sparked the momentum and excitement for Swift’s comeback. Representative of the themes present throughout the rest of the album, this iconic duet preaches confidence and self-love. It takes two to convey the message of this song as it mirrors the combative nature of struggling relationships. The song opens with Swift singing “I promise that you’ll never find another like me” and is accompanied by a buoyant drum pattern. The combination of upbeat vocals and a catchy melody makes it unforgettable, and that’s exactly what Swift intended. On point with the theme of selflove, “You Need to Calm Down” is dedicated to all the haters in the world, both her own and those who post senseless comments on Twitter at 7 a.m. Rightfully so, Swift exposes these misanthropes for being so unnecessarily consumed by their animosity that drives them to bully other people or groups. In her second verse, Swift elided criticisms from conservative fans as she sings “control your urges to scream about all the people you hate / ‘Cause shade never made anybody less gay.” Rich with sass, pride and zesty beats, this song is an anthem for minorities like the LGBTQ community. The third track “Lover” shares the album’s title and carries extra sentimental value to Swift as it’s dedicated to her boyfriend of three years, Joe Alwyn. If it’s possible to feel somber from someone else’s happiness, this song will elicit that feeling. “There’s a dazzling haze, a mysterious way about you, dear / Have I known you 20 seconds or 20 years?” Swift sings. Reminiscent

of naivete and a hopeful forever, Swift’s unconditional love could be felt to the core among the slow bass and emotion-filled soprano. The LGBTQ community wasn’t the only repressed group that Swift shouted out in this album. Going along with the concepts of confidence and self-love, her fourth track “The Man” is equal part empowering and entertaining. Swift has acquired a reputation with the media when it comes to dating and it isn’t a good one. As her lyrics point out, “they’d say I played the field before I found someone to commit to,” implies that she was notorious for breaking hearts. However, rather than wallow in self-pity over someone else’s depiction of herself, Swift went on to sing “And that would be okay for me to do / Every conquest I had made would make me more of a boss to you.” The rebuttal of her most popular criticism in the first verse of the song creates a bold tone, asserting her power over the judgements that used to define her. “The Man” isn’t a song defending herself from her critics, but instead an eye-opening statement woven into electronic dance music style tunes. “When everyone believes ya / What’s that like?” reveals the double standards held for men and women in American society. But when it comes to Swift, nothing could stop her from recognizing her value as a woman and artist in the music industry. “Archer” is the third pre-released song from the album and one of the most vulnerable. The lyrics are simple yet meaningful with quick transitions that mimic the familiar feelings of insecurity and panic in a relationship.

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Indecisiveness and uncertainty stains the fifth track. “I say I don’t want that, but what if I do?” expresses one of the many instances where Swift exposes her apprehension and hesitant disposition with love. The only constant is the soft begging of her singing, “Help me hold on to you.” Diving deeper into her heart, “Soon You’ll Get Better” is by far the most melancholic track on “Lover.” Swift’s mother, Andrea Swift, was re-diagnosed with cancer in March 2019. With the introduction of this unfortunate circumstance amidst the creation of the album, Swift decided to dedicate this song to her. The album covers the typical songs involving relationship problems, which her audience is already familiar with. However, as this serious issue continues to aﬀect a significant figure in her life, “Soon You’ll Get Better” was candidly made to a doleful perfection. “Desperate people find faith, so

now I pray to Jesus too.” Beautiful, raw and extremely sensitive, every note on this track was sung with longing despair and unfathomable pain. Closing the album on a more positive note, “Daylight” brings together the souls of the other 17 songs to create one cohesive conscience. “I wanna be defined by the things that I love / Not the things I hate,” Swift said at the end of this track. Whereas “Reputation” thrived on darkness, “Lover” is meant to embody light, hence the name “Daylight.” From a teenager learning about the dangers of life and love to a mature adult involved with a longterm partner and grappling political views, Swift has come a long way in taking herself and her music to new heights. While “Lover” is full of twists and turns, encompassing every emotion on the spectrum, its purity resonates well with long-time fans and new listeners alike.