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MORE THAN 9,000 gathered inside the Honda Center Feb. 19 for Front &
Center 2011, featuring rock ’n’ roll Hall of Fame inductee Earth, Wind
& Fire as the headliner. Acclaimed baritone Jubilant Sykes, a 1979 music graduate, served as master of ceremonies and performed
to thunderous applause from the enthusiastic audience. An 18-member theatre and dance cast also performed during the show, and philanthropists Wylie
and Bette Aitken were honored as recipients of the 2011 Orange County
Titan Award, presented by CSUF President Milton A. Gordon. In welcoming attendees to the 16th annual
event, Gordon said: “Cal State Fullerton plays an integral role in
providing the workforce that makes our region stronger and even more
vibrant. So now, more than ever before, the commitment of the community
makes a difference in preserving this vital educational resource for
current and future generations of students. Therefore, on behalf of the
entire Titan community, thank you for your support of the university
during these difficult times.”
Being Jubilant
