February 2012
- How Plants 'Drink' Water
Cal State Fullerton biologist H. Jochen Schenk is exploring how air bubbles are form and disrupt distribution of water within a plant.
- Special Parent Program March 11
To help parents better understand and support their youngster's educational endeavors, the student organization Mesa Cooperative de CSUF is hosting a daylong "Día de los Padres" program Sunday, March 11, at Cal State Fullerton's Titan Student Union.
- Dealing With High-Tech Unemployment
While she has never been laid off from a job herself, Carrie M. Lane's research on the topic has led to her first book, "A Company of One: Insecurity, Independence and the New World of White-Collar Unemployment" (Cornell University Press, 2011).
- Campus Comments Sought for WASC Visit
A reaccreditation team from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges will visit Cal State Fullerton March 7-9.
- Maxwell Center Hosts International Conference
Cal State Fullerton's newly established Maxwell Cener for International Communications and Media held its first international conference, attended by international advertising and communication scholars and professionals in the field.
- Lewis Lecture
During the height of the civil rights movement in America, U.S. Rep. John R. Lewis (D-Ga.) was spat on, brutally beaten, arrested and incarcerated. "I asked my mother and father, 'Why? Why?' I was told, 'That's the way it is. Don't get in the way, don't get in trouble.' But I was inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. to find a way to get in the way. So, for more than 50 years, I've been getting in the way and getting in trouble," he told a captive audience of more than 400 people who gathered at the Fullerton Arboretum Feb. 26 to hear him speak.
- Campus Celebrates the Arts
A 10-day celebration of the arts Feb. 24-March 4, dubbed "Art of the Titan," showcases dance, music, theater, and visual arts offerings and activities on campus. The Arts Inter-Club Council, Associated Students Inc. and College of the Arts are the event's sponsors and organizers.
- Corporate Unemployment
The new culture of corporate employment is the topic of a Feb. 29 talk sponsored by Cal State Fullerton's Mihaylo College of Business and Economics. The talk is part of a series of talks that incorporate business and the humanities.
- Music Billboard Art on Exhibit
Rock 'n' Roll as reflected on billboards along the Sunset Strip are the subject of an exhibit of the artwork of photographer David Landau opening March 5 at Cal State Fullerton's Titan Student Union.
- Dashaun Young: He's All That
Alumnus Dashaun Young is known in musical theater circles as "a triple threat." Saturday night, when the lights go up and the musicians start to play inside the Honda Center arena, the audience will know why.
- Fontaine Lauded for Faculty Leadership
Known for her inclusive working style, Sheryl I. Fontaine, professor and chair of English, comparative literature and linguistics, has been named this year's recipient of the Cal State Fullerton Faculty Leadership in Collegial Governance Award.
- Philosophy Colloquium on Growing Old
Philosopher Bennett Foddy will discuss "The Right and Wrong of Growing Old: Assessing the Argument from Evolution," as part of Cal State Fullerton's Philosophy Department colloquium series. The lecture is free and open to the public.
- Astronaut Tracy Caldwell Dyson Returns to CSUF
NASA astronaut and CSUF alumna Tracy Caldwell Dyson returns to her alma mater to headline the March 1 Science Symposium at Cal State Fullerton.
- Honoring A Titan
Milton A, Gordon is honored at annual university Front & Center event with Orange County Titan Award.
- Carnaval Brasil 2012
Cal State Fullerton Hosts Carnaval Brasil in an effort to inform students and the community about Brazilian culture and opportunities for study and research exchange.
- Business Students to Attend Business Madness
Business students are learning and exploring their career options during Business Madness Feb. 28 - March 8 at Cal State Fullerton. Events include guest speakers, networking with professionals and recruitment fairs.
- Geologists Study Coastline for Signs of Tsunamis
Cal State Fullerton researchers are looking at coastal sediment for signs of tsunamis that may have occurred thousands of years ago.
- Rape Defense Workshops Scheduled
In a continuing effort to give female campus members the tools and options to take care of themselves in threatening situations, University Police, in collaboration with the Titan Recreation Center, has scheduled a Rape Aggression Defense, or RAD, program beginning Saturday, March 3.
- New Online Envinronmental Engineering Degree
To educate and prepare future leaders in environmentally related fields, Cal State Fullerton's College of Engineering and Computer Science is offering an online master's program in environmental engineering geared for working professionals. Applications are now being accepted for fall.
- Celebrating Black History Month
As part of Black History Month, Cal State Fullerton campus organizations are hosting various events, including a discussion on whether a black political voice exists in 2012. The panel discussion, sponsored by the university's African American Resource Center, and other events are free and open to the public.
- Saving the Olympia Oyster
"If We Make Their Bed, They Will Lie in It: Restoration of Native Olympia Oysters in Orange County" is the title of the Feb. 28 Cal State Fullerton College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Colleagues Colloquium breakfast open to campus and community members.
- Study on Women in Engineering, Computer Science
Cal State Fullerton faculty member Karen Kim is studying ways to encourage women to study and pursue careers in computer science and engineering. Her study is fund by a three-year, National Science Foundation grant.
- Spring Theatre and Dance Season Announced
Poignant classics, musicals and original work are set for university stages this spring. Kicking off Cal State Fullerton's spring theatre and dance productions is "The Spoon River Project" running Feb. 24 through March 11 in the Hallberg Theatre.
- Talk About Jazz and Photography
Benjamin Cawthra, author of the recently published "Blue Notes in Black and White: Photography and Jazz" and associate professor of history at Cal State Fullerton, will discuss his book during a free presentation on campus Feb. 21 that is open to the public.
- Students Meet Warren Buffett
Nineteen Cal State Fullerton business administration majors recently traveled to Omah to meet billionaire Warren Buffett, chairman of Berkshire Hathaway INc.
- Awards Night Celebration
Cal State Fullerton's College of Communications will sponsor its second annual "Hollywood's Biggest Night" event, in cooperation with UltraLuxe Cinemas at Anaheim GardenWalk. All proceeds will benefit students in the College of Communications.
- Celebrating Brazilian Culture
In an effort to boost interest in studying and research in Brazil, Cal State Fullerton's Latin American Studies Program and Amigos Do Brasil are hosting Carnaval Brasil on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 21. The event, featuring Samba dancers, Capoeira (Afro-Brazilian-style dancing) and Latin American foods, is free and open to the public.
- New Police Chief Sworn In
Members of the campus, community, family and friends gathered on Friday, Feb. 10, for the swearing in of Cal State Fullerton's newest police chief, Dennis DeMaio
- Heart Performs at Front & Center
Rock sensation Heart headlines Cal State Fullerton's Front & Center 2012, to bring "These Dreams" to the university's 17th annual signature community outreach event.
- Envisioning the New Normal in Higher Education
Rising costs, rising expectations -- what does it mean for universities across the nation? On Wednesday, Feb. 22, California State University, Fullerton, will further the dialogue on some of the most pressing issues facing higher education by hosting a daylong President's Symposium, "Appraising the Future, Understanding Costs: Envisioning the New Normal in Higher Education."
- Tweeting for CSU Support
For the love of public higher education, Cal State Fullerton is launching a California State University system-wide Valentine's Day social media campaign.
- Alternatives to Prison
Philosopher Brady T. Heiner will address the question "Should Prisons Be Abolished?" Feb. 16 as part of the Cal State Fullerton Philosophy Department colloquium series.
- Screening Brazilian Films
In an effort to boost interest in studying and conducting research in Brazil, Cal State Fullerton's Latin American Studies Program and Amigos Do Brasil are screening three films beginning with "Tropa de Elite" on Monday, Feb. 13. All films begin at 5 p.m. followed by discussion.
- Gordon Campus Farewell
Cal State Fullerton President Milton A. Gordon is feted in special farewell ceremony on campus.
- John R. Lewis to Speak at Fullerton Arboretum
As part of Black History Month, U.S. Rep. John R. Lewis of Georgia, one of the nation's civil rights leaders of the past five decades, will speak Feb. 26 at the Fullerton Arboretum at Cal State Fullerton. His talk is free and open to the public.
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Cal State Fullerton students are offering income tax return preparation and filing assistance to low-income families and individuals. More than 100 students and alumni -- all certified -- take part in Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, an IRS-sponsored community program.
- Kress Serves as CalCPA Ambassador
Senior business administration major Anthony Kress is serving as a campus ambassador for the California Society of Certified Public Accountants..
- Effort to Preserve Historic Documents and Photos
Cal State Fullerton's Pollak Library has begun scanning and digitally preserving historic documents, publications and videos showcasing the life of the campus.
- "Mitchell 20" Screening and Discussion Feb. 11
The public is invited to a free screening and panel discussion of "Mitchell 20: Teacher Quality Is the Answer," a documentary about teachers at a high-need public school in Arizona who transform their practices and their school through participation in the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification process. The screening is presented by Cal State Fullerton's College of Education and its Center for Maximizing Teacher Impact.
- Addressing Community Health Needs
Major efforts to address health issues such as AIDS, cancer, nursing education, nutrition, obesity and violence in the community are being undertaken by Cal State Fullerton's faculty members and students through myriad research projects. This Spotlight shines on a few examples.
- Grants Target Obesity, Nutrition
For the first time in Cal State Fullerton history, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded the university more than $800,000 in grants for projects tackling obesity and promoting good nutrition and related research.
- Schwarz Leads Science of Family Business Program
Decision-making and risk are among the subjects to be discussed at a Feb. 15 program, "The Science of Family Business: Part 2," sponsored by Cal State Fullerton's Family Business Council.
- Geologist Discusses Pupfish in Death Valley
Jeffrey R. Knott, Cal State Fullerton professor of geological sciences, will present "Why Are Pupfish in Death Valley?" on Feb. 14 as the first in a series of free lectures co-sponsored by Cal State Fullerton and the Fullerton Public Library.
- Welebaethan Wins Again
Cal State Fullerton's student history journal, the Welebaethan, has been named the best in the nation for the 25th consecutive year.
- Online Programs Ranked by U.S. News
Two Cal State Fullerton online master's degree programs have been ranked in the inaugural "Top Online Education Programs."
