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Food pantry opens at CSUF Students can pick up free groceries once a week at the Titan Student Union. JESSICA BENDA Asst. Editor

The permanent food pantry at Cal State Fullerton has finally come to fruition. With bright lights and brimming shelves, the pantry resembles a mini grocery store — minus the checkout costs. CSUF students can come in once a week to collect five to 10 free items, such as fresh produce or canned goods, as well as five free snack items, like granola bars. Nestled in the Titan Student Union by the Wooly Mammoth, the pantry is open Monday through Thursday,

10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, students will still need to make appointments through a site called PantrySoft. Since its opening on Aug. 23, 98 students have used the service and nearly 30 of those on the first day. Cristina Truong, assistant director of TSU services and food pantry, said that many parts of the pantry are flexible, such as hours or inventory. “If we see a lot of people are running out of food, we want to stretch it out as far as to make sure that everyone gets food as well,” she said. Truong also shared that the amount of items students can take will fluctuate depending on inventory. The pantry partners with the Second Harvest Food Bank, which is the primary food provider with weekly deliveries. If it’s

running low on a product, the pantry uses funds or donations to restock. Previously, CSUF offered a mobile food pantry launched in 2018 which distributed food outside of the TSU monthly. While the mobile pantry operated, a permanent food pantry to target food insecurity has been on the agenda stretching back to 2016. In 2019, 19 CSU schools already had a permanent food pantry — or a similar service — which left Fullerton as one of four CSUs without one. Establishing a permanent food pantry was the platform the 2019-20 Associated Students president and vice president, Aaron Aguilar and Mansi Kalra, were elected on. SEE PROJECT

CSUF students Esperanza Rios (left) and Nicole Eltagonde (right) worked at CSUF’s food pantry on Friday morning. (Eliza Green / Daily Titan)

Titans beat the Fordham Rams in four sets at Titan Gym on Saturday night. ANTHONY BAUTISTA MARISA PALMERIN-FLORES Editors

After not being able to play last fall, Cal State Fullerton volleyball started its 2021 season by splitting two matches in the Titan Classic on Friday and Saturday. The Titans fell in three sets in their season opener on Aug. 27 against University of New Mexico, 25-23, 25-9 and 25-11, respectively. With 778 fans in attendance, it was the first game back in the Titan Gym after the team’s 2020 season was canceled due to COVID-19. Fullerton’s defense started out strong in set one against the Lobos’ offensive hitters. However, the Titans’ offensive errors caused them to lose, 25-23, after a nail-biting first set. Fullerton’s defense fell short to New Mexico’s offense as the Lobos had 16 kills in set two and 12 in set three with Kaitlynn Biassou and Uxue Guereca leading the UNM team. “We need to learn how to pick ourselves up when we’re down,” said interim head coach Nicole Polster about the match against New Mexico. SEE WIN 8

Discoverfest begins in-person Day one will showcase 80 organizations on campus, while day two will be conducted fully online through TitanLink. DARIUS JOHARI Asst. Editor

Schools have reopened, students are back on campus and Student Life and Leadership is ready to host a hybrid Discoverfest event that will include both an in-person and virtual fair for the fall semester. Discoverfest serves as the opportunity for students to dip into student life and get involved with organizations available at Cal State Fullerton. The first 80 fully-registered groups to sign up for the event will be guaranteed a table for the in-person day, while the remaining clubs will participate virtually on the second day. The in-person event takes place on Wednesday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and students can expect to see a variety of club booths along the Titan Walk. The Virtual Involvement Fair will take place on TitanLink on Thursday,, where students can navigate through informational links of registered clubs and organizations on campus. SEE FAIR

Academic Senate approves virtual instruction increase unanimously voted to create open spaces for discussion and updating of the current department personnel standards considering the updated university policy statement, and to TRAVIS JEPEWAY have them ready by no later than the Staff Writer 2023 fall academic semester. Cal State Fullerton’s Academic The senate voted unanimously to reSenate voted on Aug. 26 to implement vise the faculty emeriti status to allow an increase in the amount of virtugranting of emeriti status to tenured al instruction permitted in traditional professors both full and part-time. in-person instruction classes. The vote will allow temporary facAccording to the university policy ulty who have completed 10 years of statement, traditional in-person inservice, or a minimum of 300 weightstruction is defined as, “courses that ed teaching units. may contain 20% or less of total class The wording was changed in emermeeting time offered in an iti status to allow for tempo76% of Titan community members have online fashion.” rary faculty who may not have The senate unanimous- uploaded their vaccination records — 73% of been working for 10 years, ly approved a temporary in- students and 82% of staff and faculty. but have worked full-time crease in the percentage of and completed the minimum traditional classes taught in CAROLYN THOMAS amount of weighted teachan online format to 30% for Provost of Academic Affairs ing units to be considered for the 2021 fall academic term. emeriti status. Additionally, it gave faculty full au- whether the university will switch Emeriti status is awarded by the tonomy to determine the percentage back to fully virtual instruction. president of the university to faculty of a traditional class to be taught onThomas said that there are no plans who have served honorably and conline within the 30% limit. for a switch at the moment, with the sistently performed high-quality work Senator Matthew Jarvis motioned to caveat that things may change. at CSUF. round up the increase to an even five “There is no indication at this point It allows the faculty member to conweeks rather than the 30% to make from the county, the state, or the tinue to remain active in their profesthe allowable online percentage easier Chancellor’s Office that we need to sion and in service to the university. to manage. His motion was accepted shift to virtual instruction,” Thomas It is considered an honor and recwithout objection. said. “However, there is no way we ognition of the continuing professionThis approval came on the same can be certain what will come in a al activity of faculty and how they reday that the provost and vice president month or two.” main an integral part of the academic for Academic Affairs, Carolyn ThomIn addition to the points regarding community and a valuable resource to as, issued the Provost Report. virtual instruction, the senate also the university.

Faculty will be able to make up to five weeks of an in-person course virtual, a rise from the 20% limit.

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She said that as of Thursday, 76% of Titan community members have uploaded their vaccination records — 73% of students and 82% of staff and faculty. “We have a lot to be proud of with our work in this area: our record on health and safety is exceptional; our protocols for collecting vaccine records are among the strongest in the CSU system; and the Reentry Leadership team has tremendous cumulative expertise to navigate today and tomorrow,” Thomas said in the report. With the recent rise in the delta variant, worries have risen about

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Project: Pantry eases food insecurity

The food pantry is located in the Titan Student Union at Cal State Fullerton. (Eliza Green / Daily Titan) CONTINUED FROM

“When we look at previous efforts that ASI has done in the past like the mobile food pantry, we see the need for those sorts of services. The food runs out like within half an hour,” Aguilar said in a 2019 interview. In fall 2019, the ASI board of directors unanimously voted in favor of a resolution to establish one on campus. Now, the freshly opened pantry has finally come full circle. The space originally operated as a servery for catering company OC Choice, but was remodelled for about $7,000, Truong said. She added that the pantry received two donations for funding equipment — $20,000 from the Kroger Co. Foundation in partnership with Ralphs and $25,000 from National Association of College Auxiliary Services. On Friday morning, two of

six student employees sported navy aprons to work the pantry. Nicole Eltagonde and Esperanza Rios, a fifth-year communications major and a fourth-year art major, said they have both experienced the need for a food pantry on campus. Eltagonte said she used the mobile food pantry before the pandemic hit, which helped her a lot at the time and made her want to work there now. “Working in a food pantry is really a fulfilling job, honestly. I had such good experiences with it, like during that time, and like growing up as a kid as well,” Eltagonte said, adding that the job was a lot of learning as she goes. Rios said she is happy that a lot of people are getting to know the pantry, especially since she has experienced food insecurity herself. “I figured this would be a really good opportunity to help out more, and kind of

give back to the community because I’m kind of on the other side now,” she said. “I thought it’d be a really good experience either way.” All students can make an appointment without having to meet any criteria. With roughly 40,000 students at CSUF, Truong said they are testing the waters to see how things go. “We’re welcoming anyone who comes through regardless of where the financial status is, because sometimes like you don’t know their situation, like they might be paying a lot of loans or like car payments or rent and like even though they make all this money, it just doesn’t get them through,” Truong said. She said that the pantry is not a supplement for the whole week, but at least for a few days. Students are encouraged to refer to CalFresh as it’s a bit more sustainable for students

Nicole Eltagonde works in the food pantry in the Titan Student Union. (Eliza Green / Daily Titan)

to get more items at a grocery store, she said. She noted that they might have a higher amount of international or undocumented students come through the pantry, as they do not qualify for Cal Fresh. Many ASI staff members have watched and taken part in the pantry’s evolution. Keya Allen, associate executive director, has overseen several ASI student administrations’ involvement in the project. Though the COVID-19 pandemic may have thrown a curveball in its opening, Allen said they prioritized serving students through the

mobile food pantry and contactless delivery. “This is just the beginning for us at “The ASI Pantry.” We will continue to learn and serve CSUF students who are food insecure with dignity and respect,” Allen said. Truong said she is excited to see what the future holds. “It’s been amazing, actually — all the hard work coming together. And I was like, thinking in my head, I’m like, ‘I can’t wait for the first day of school, because I just can’t wait to see the students come and utilize the services,’” she said. “It puts a smile on your face.”

Uploads of vaccination records increase CSUF’s plan remains unchanged after FDA approves Pfizer vaccine. SPENCER OTTE Staff Writer

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for use by individuals 16 and older will not alter anything in regards to Cal State Fullerton’s vaccination mandate, said Ellen Treanor, the associate vice president for strategic communications. “So, this doesn’t change anything. It would have, with the original policy, this would have been a huge change.

Actually what’s great is that we’re at a place now, already, that we would have been scrambling to get to,” she said. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration officially approved the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine on Aug. 23, but because of the CSU’s decision to forgo full approval with their vaccination mandate, Treanor said that the announcement will not change much for students on campus. The CSU joined the UCs in April as it announced that all students and faculty are required to be vaccinated for the 2021 fall semester pending FDA approval of one or more of the vaccines.

When cases began to surge that summer, CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro announced that faculty and staff would need to be vaccinated in order to return to campus, even if the vaccine had not been given full approval. Acting FDA Commissioner Janet Woodcock, M.D. announced the approval in a press release, saying that the milestone “puts us one step closer to altering the course of this pandemic in the U.S.” While approval usually takes between eight to 12 months, the FDA used an “all hands on deck” strategy to expedite the process without sacrificing their usual standards of evaluation. Full approval was granted to the

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Pfizer vaccine just 97 days after it was submitted for review. This move comes amid an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations driven in large part by the spreading of the delta variant. The majority of new cases involve unvaccinated individuals, who had a 708% higher case rate a couple weeks ago, according to the California Department of Public Health Twitter page. Pfizer’s vaccine has been available under Emergency Use Authorization for individuals 16 and older since December 2020 and for individuals ages 12 to 15 since May 2021. So far, Pfizer is the only vaccine to be granted full approval by the FDA, although both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are still available under Emergency Use Authorization. “To win our nation’s fight against the pandemic once and for all, each of us has a role to play and it is imperative that we all do our part,” Castro said in a press release from Aug. 23. “I thank everyone who is doing their part to protect themselves — and to protect all of us — as our state and nation continue down the path of full economic recovery.” Last week, the number of students who have uploaded proof of vaccination jumped significantly, Treanor said. She said that this is the largest

increase since the university began accepting vaccine records. Treanor also said this may be due partly to a recent vaccine clinic on campus that served over 500 individuals. Students who are not fully vaccinated by the Sept. 30 deadline will be subject to disciplinary action. Until then, students who have not uploaded proof of vaccination will need to submit to weekly coronavirus tests on campus. Free testing is also available for vaccinated students and faculty who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or fear they may have been exposed. Treanor said that the university has no plans to require testing for vaccinated students. In addition to testing and vaccine mandates, the university is still taking further precautions, like requiring face coverings while indoors. Associated Students President Josh Mitchell said that the surge in cases caused them to move their first board meeting online. Students looking for more information on vaccine requirements or information on how to get vaccinated can visit the Titans Return: COVID-19 recovery website. The university will also be hosting vaccine clinics operated by the Orange County Health Department in the Titan Gym on Sept. 10 and 13.

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MICHELLE IBAÑEZ Editor

Filled with tunes that will make you want to sway and maybe even cry in a good way, Lorde’s latest project — “Solar Power” — allows listeners to join her in a selfreflection of her relationship to her career, her personal life and her truth. After waiting five years, Lorde has finally released her third studio album, and it feels like it was more for her than for us, her fans. “Solar Power” feels like it’s coming up for air after her moody second album “Melodrama.” The new work centers on disillusionment with fame, heartbreak and loneliness. Since the release of the title track “Solar Power” in June, Lorde tells the story of how she now lives life by her own rules, and also that she loves summer. She is literally living her best life! In the second verse, the artist laughs after she lets us know that she is not to be disturbed while she enjoys her time away from the spotlight, something that could be taken as an ode to her inactivity on social media after wrapping up her world tour for “Melodrama.” Before “Melodrama,” Lorde was just a teen and a representation of her generation. Tumblr, chokers, black jeans, black boots, her eccentric dancing and raw vocals making her stand out from the other pop artists of her age. Her debut single “Royals,” a recount of being proud of

where you come from, rose to the top of the charts in 2013, when Lorde was just 16 years old, knocking off long-time pop runner Miley Cyrus from No. 1. Her first album “Pure Heroine” still remains a one of a kind compilation of the thoughts of a teenager, as it outlines the experiences of teenagehood in a modern world. “Solar Power” is a sharp turn from that first album, while Lorde keeps her skills as a good lyricist, this new project reflects her maturity, transitioning from an angsty teen to a mature young adult. Produced by Jack Antonoff, the now go-to producer for artists like Clairo, Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey, the album contains a lot of Antonoff’s presence. “Stoned at The Nail Salon,” the fourth track and second single, bears a resemblance to Del Rey’s “Wild at Heart,” which is an Antonoff co-write. His influence on records is no surprise. Once his name is on the credits, it’s hard to assume that the lyricism may lack, or that the sound and direction of the song itself may suffer, but it can be challenging not to merge sounds with the different artists. Nevertheless, apart from the resemblance to Del Rey’s song, this album is still very different to past collaborations between Lorde and Antonoff. In the first track “The Path,” Lorde is headstrong in her desire to alienate herself from the idea people have of her, and encourages listeners to enjoy what the world has to offer. She sings, “Now if you’re looking for a saviour, well

that’s not me / You need someone to take your pain for you? / Well, that’s not me / ‘Cause we are all broken and sad / Where are the dreams that we had?” The words sting, but they’re a nod to selfhealing and self-awareness. In “California” and “Mood Ring” Lorde wants to move away from the bling, grit and toxicity of celebrity culture. The Golden State’s namesake song is eerie but soft, a nice juxtaposition about her realization that no matter how nice you have it, there is always that tiny, bothersome itch. Meanwhile “Mood Ring,” the only track to get a music video apart from the track title, is more about finding ways to feel grounded in a social media-ridden world.

“I can’t feel a thing / I keep looking at my mood ring / Tell me how I’m feeling / Floating away, floating away,” she sings. The track is fun, but the words are more of a cry for help about wanting to be OK, but feeling overwhelmed. “Secrets from a Girl (Who’s Seen it All)” is like your fun, wise older sister; she knows exactly what you’re going through because she’s been through it. The outro is a short monologue of advice about finding comfort in the unknown and it fits right in with the whole vibe of the album. “Leader of the New Regime” is a satirical twist on a dystopian society. Lorde asks if someone will take charge when the world is

no longer livable and nature takes over, but also paints the funny image of someone packing designer clothes and magazines. “The Man with the Axe” is an acoustic, almostpsychedelic tune about the longing of loving somebody. The song almost sounds like it could fit under “Melodrama.” It has a cozy, sad feeling to it that felt out of place with the sunny, airy vibe of the rest of the album. While the album is less than an hour in length, it feels intentional. Lorde was brief yet clear with her thoughts, and it feels like time, love and patience was put into a record that would scream what she has been whispering to herself for a longtime.

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Art students gain hands-on experience In-person learning offers second-year students the opportunity to better explore their major. EDER RAMIREZ Asst. Editor

The fall 2021 semester has begun, and students are enthusiastically returning to in-person classes after Cal State Fullerton switched to an online format in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Quite a few students took their first step into a classroom on the first day, relieved to finally feel like a Titan. Among them are sophomore art majors, no longer missing the complicated procedures that online learning required them to undergo constantly. In 2020, it was announced via email by CSUF President Fram Virjee to all students, faculty and staff that the university’s education would switch to online formats in March moving forward. It remained uncertain how long students would be learning through a computer screen, and Titans didn’t return to campus until the fall 2021 semester. Naturally, this also meant that incoming fall 2020 freshmen also saw their first academic year through Canvas and Zoom, and not through the traditional classroom setting many desired. “It was actually quite upsetting because I felt like my college experience was being ripped away from me,” said Denise San Felipe, a sophomore art major who began their academic

Students often had to make dedicated spaces for their art assignements. (Eder Ramirez / Daily Titan) journey online. “I was like, ‘Oh, I don’t know how I’m going to survive in this environment.’” One activity in particular that some students said they struggled with at home was still life drawing, an art exercise challenging students to draw or paint still objects around their homes. Alexis Son, a sophomore art major, said it was difficult maintaining the corner that she often used to draw her still lifes, given that she’d often draw in a shared room. Providing adequate lighting to her object was difficult, and it was hard to switch objects due to the little space she had to work with, she said. “During those classes… I had a little corner,” Son said. “I had to share a room for classes because I had to give up my space for my brother

to work in my room, so I used my parents room to work.” San Felipe said they were often afraid that their family would eat the fruit from the bowl they were drawing their still lifes from or that their dog would come in and ruin the display. “I can’t really draw or paint comfortably without fearing someone is going to come in and might touch my work or ruin my work,” San Felipe said. As students returned to a classroom setting, so did their confidence and focus. When it came to Lauren Pitcher, a sophomore Art major, she said she was ecstatic to be in a classroom setting once more, now with provided campus equipment and the ability to effectively communicate with her instructors.

“I was excited to get in person classes again,” Pitcher said. “It’s better for my schooling to be in-person and to go into a structured place, which I couldn’t do online because I get distracted easily.” In Son’s case, she said she found that attending inperson classes provided a positive benefit to her mental health, as the increased interactivity between her peers and professors made for a less stressful experience. “The difference between working from home and working on campus — it’s so different,” Son said. “I was dealing with my depression and anxiety when the pandemic hit because I was not used to the change, but when I got here on campus, my mental state was so much better.”

Son said that having the ability to interact with the friends she’d made while being online, as well as seeing professors in person and getting hands-on learning was much better experience. Sentiments shared among art students are shared among most students, as being on campus provide levels of interactivity and communication that online courses cannot emulate. But the worry that the actions of others might jeopardize in-person classes still lingers for some students. “I hope that this still continues on. And if not, I would just be just plain out disappointed,” Son said. “Please wear a mask and be vaccinated, so that most of us who are currently on campus could stay on campus.”

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Fair: CSUF’s club event goes hybrid

Students can browse various club booths along Titan Walk on Wednesday, Sept. 1. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Darius Johari / Daily Titan) 1

The two previous Discoverfest events were hosted virtually through TitanLink. Although it is not a complete return to “normalcy,” this semester’s event is one of the first at CSUF to incorporate a hybrid approach since March 2020. Gleanne Kienzler, the coordinator for student organizations, said the previous semesters saw a lot of traffic on TitanLink with the fall 2020 digital Discoverfest, but it was hard to gauge and keep track of how many students were in and out of Zoom sessions. Titan Orientation Programs and Student Life and Leadership hosted a Discoverfest Fall 2021 Preparation Webinar via Zoom on Aug. 18, which served as a starting point for students and clubs to learn about this semester’s hybrid approach. Xiaopan Xue, the coordinator for sports clubs, said

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that the decision to make the a directory of all the clubs that service available on our event hybrid was with the stu- present during the in-per- campus,” Dawson said. dent’s safety in mind. son event, as well as colored Even with the added preThe virtual element gives bracelets to let attendees cautions, students are still exan equitable opportunity for know the wearer’s comfort cited to get back to events and the clubs on campus as the level around others. campus life. in-person event has been Associated Students Inc. Dawson said that the drastically reduced, having Vice President Kira Dawson, in-person interaction is what about 75 to 80 tables. emphasizes on safety during makes Discoverfest fun and “We reduced it with our the event. engaging. Dawson brought up student’s well-being in mind Dawson said that the im- concerns with just being virand just tual and how some trying students felt left We want to make sure that we are in no way behind. to make sure that Virtual events had contributing to students getting sick we’re a disconnect for lanslowly guage clubs like the ASHLEY HERNANDEZ bringing French Club, AlexPresident of Abled Advocators back the is Colon said, who i n - p e rcurrently serves as son exthe treasurer for the perience, but obviously with plementation of in-person club. the current situation with events calls for the considerColon also said that it was a the pandemic in mind,” Xue ation of COVID-19 precau- lot harder to engage with peosaid. tions because students’ health ple over Zoom and that she During the preparation we- and wellness is ASI and Stu- didn’t notice people showing binar, Student Life and Lead- dent Life and Leadership’s up to the Discoverfest Zoom ership said they will have an top priority. meeting. information booth set up to “If students attending the Colon said that the club assist students. event would feel more secure is looking forward to the The booth will have give- getting a COVID test before in-person fair because the away items, QR codes with or after the event, we have person-to-person contact

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really helps the club. Ashley Hernandez and Kaelyn Rojas, president and vice president of Abled Advocators respectively, said that they are excited for the club returning to campus, but also voiced concerns for their members. “We want to make sure that we are in no way contributing to students getting sick, or any COVID cases going up, or anybody possibly passing it on to family members considering the fact that our members come from a very vulnerable population,” Hernandez said. This semester’s Discoverfest is met with excitement and precautions, but flexibility is the name of the game during the upcoming hybrid fair event. Student organizations must complete the three-step re-registration process to participate. For more information and to RSVP visit https://fullerton.campuslabs.com/engage/ news/228127.

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Four-day workweek improves employees’ psyches hushed and told to suppress their work complaints. Editor The interdependence between managers and emGroggy corporate employ- ployees is one entity. Acees fueled by sips of espres- cording to a FlexJobs 2019 so endure long shifts until Annual Survey, 80% of emtheir bodies turn into Jell-O. ployees claimed they would People are stuck in a cycli- be more loyal to their employcal and outdated five-day ers if they were provided with workweek that causes an im- constructive and fluid work balance of their work-life schedules. responsibilities. Tracing back to the 20th Yet, the adoption of the century, Henry Ford, head plausible four-day workweek of the Ford Motor Company, in the United States could touted eight-hour work days soothe overstimulated brains for factory workers on assemand boost productivity and bly lines. morale. Yet, once the 1938 Fair LaWith the United States bor Standards Act was enlagging behind other coun- acted, the 40-hour workweek tries, corporabecame stantions abroad However, According to PwC dard. have clocked five-day workresearch, 83% of weeks are no into a four-day workweek. longer feasiemployers and According to 71% of employees ble, especialan NPR article, ly in an evolvliked remote Microsoft Japan ing digital work. Likewise, environment. received a 40% increase in proA s 52% of managers ductivity and a perceived a surge in C O V I D - 1 9 23% lower eleccontinues to productivity. tricity bill. proliferate Spain followed in workplacsuit, and in an ongoing three- es, some businesses have year trial, the Spanish gov- switched to remote work from ernment is investing 50 mil- the cushy home office chair. lion euros ($60 million) to Advocates for a four-day test out a 32-hour workweek remote workweek include that does not reduce employ- Joe Ryle, who is associated ees’ pay. with the British 4-Day Week Iceland and Sweden Campaign. In a phone interhave also jumped on the view with CNBC, Ryle was bandwagon. pleasantly surprised with the Rightfully so, these piloted unprecedented shift to reexperiments reveal the coun- mote work, as it has “opened tries’ desire to stray from people’s eyes to the fact that a capitalist society. But, it change can happen, and that seems as though in the Unit- it can happen very quickly, ed States some employees are when we want it to.” VANESSA SIGUENZA

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Tuning into work from home rather than at bland offices gained employees’ approval. According to PwC research, 83% of employers and 71% of employees liked remote work. Likewise, 52% of managers perceived a surge in productivity. In this sense, virtual work atmospheres seem less likely to drain their employees compared to working on-site. Additionally, distancing oneself from a bustling workplace could prompt a laser-focus work ethic at home. A lenient workplace grants employees the leeway to frequently spend quality time with family without the pressure to sacrifice themselves to corporations.

To make employees’ dreams a reality, Congressman Mark Takano, the U.S. representative for California’s 41st congressional district, has introduced legislation to transform America’s workweek. In a press release, Takano said: “I am introducing this legislation to reduce the standard workweek to 32 hours because - now more than ever - people continue to work longer hours while their pay remains stagnant.” If passed, his bill would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to guarantee overtime pay for employees that exceed the 32-hour workweek, lowering it from 40 hours. Takano additionally cites

that a 32-hour workweek could lead to low health care premiums, safeguard the environment from carbon footprints and slash operating costs for employees. Takano’s bold and progressive legislation could reinvent the preconceived notion that attaining the American dream requires 40 or more hours of work each week. At the same time, employees’ lives are not destined to be consumed by ceaseless shifts. The implementation of the four-day workweek could substantially reduce burnout and fatigue. Corporate America has to understand that there is much more to life than the typical 9-to-5 grind.

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Hybrid classes should remain an option after the pandemic

CSUF should implement blended courses as a permanent option. NOLLYANNE DELACRUZ Asst. Editor

Research scientists and epidemiologists predicted that regulations and restrictions preventing the spread of the coronavirus would stretch into 2022. Despite this, schools are choosing to reopen for in-person learning. As the pandemic blankets the U.S., many schools, colleges and universities are switching to online or hybrid classes. Although the pandemic is temporary, the option to take hybrid classes should be implemented permanently. Hybrid classes remedy many of the cons that come with both in-person and virtual learning. One disadvantage of learning in-person is that students can experience social anxiety or bullying. In an interview with CNN, Shun Jester, a fifth grader in Atlanta, Georgia said he chose to take online classes because other students were bullying him in school. “I really didn’t care about the name calling because I know I’m not any of those VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

things. But I feel so much safer doing virtual learning,” said Jester in the interview with CNN. However, the opposite is also true. Some students may experience stress and anxiety due to the isolation that comes with online learning. Periodic meetings in-person allow students to meet with their peers, check in for group projects and have focused class discussions before switching to the online component. Therefore, hybrid classes can help students control the amount of social interaction that they are comfortable with. In a randomized Instagram poll, Joaquín Jáuregui, a Cal State Fullerton student, voted in favor of hybrid classes. “These courses allow students and staff to get to know each other while also working from home,” Jáuregui said. Permanent hybrid classes can maximize the benefits of both online learning and in-person learning. Some advantages to taking online classes include flexibility and reduced financial cost. The National Center for Education Statistics reported that about 45% of full-time undergraduate students were employed in 2019. Of that

population, 17% worked 20 to 34 hours a week. Combined with rising college tuition, students may be pressured to work while also being enrolled full-time. Hybrid classes offer students an alternative for managing their school and work life. Additionally, online classes usually come at a reduced cost, because transportation, building maintenance and electricity are not factored into the final cost. However, hybrid classes will require students to meet a few times a week. The cost of hybrid classes may be more expensive than fully-online classes, but it is ultimately a more affordable option compared to traditional face-to-face learning. While online classes do offer flexibility, in-person classes can eliminate distractions, and although hybrid classes may have infrequent meetings, they may also provide a weekly anchor for students to latch onto. On the other hand, since there is limited research done on hybrid learning, it is possible that some students might feel wary of embracing this new way of getting their degree. For example, hybrid learning partially relies on

stable internet connectivity and a device that connects to the internet, which can prove a stressful obstacle for students when they work remotely. Jocelyn Martínez, a second year student, said that there should be strictly either in-person or online classes. “Speaking as a student who had to move to campus, my classes are all online and it is not fair that I have to pay rent and other expenses to only have that class once every other week,” said Martínez. However, despite the fears of embracing this new system, it’s important to remember that hybrid learning

would not be the only option for students. It would simply be another option. Hybrid learning should not replace in-person or online learning, but it could be a practical choice for students searching for wiggle room between the two. Through reform of the educational system, hybrid classes should be offered at all grade levels and up. Teachers and professors alike should be granted the power to choose how they want to hybridize their classes, and students should have the liberty to choose how or if they should take those classes.

GABRIELA MENDOZA-LEGORRETA / DAILY TITAN

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Association of Chinese Students The Association of Chinese Students (ACS) is an on-campus social-cultural organization for students who are a part of and interested in Chinese-American culture. Members of ACS are given opportunities to learn, experience, and become culturally aware of Chinese culture as well as its lifestyle and values. ACS members gather for social events where they bond and grow closer to one another through their interest in Chinese culture. The Association of Chinese Students also coordinates an annual performance art show called Chinese Culture Night, which aims to entertain and educate its audience about Chinese-American culture through various traditional and modern dances, engaging theater performances, and many more.

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Men’s soccer drops opener against Seattle The Titans were unable to find the back of the net in a 1-0 loss to the Redhawks. ANTHONY BAUTISTA Editor

Nicole Shuhandler and Julia Crawford jump up to block New Mexico’s offensive attack on Friday at Titan Gym. (CSUF Athletics)

Win: Titans bounce back on Saturday CONTINUED FROM

“We made some good plays, so did New Mexico. Now, we need to learn how to play with that and recover from that.” Dominique Velarde led the Titans with 11 digs, while outside hitter Julia Crawford led the team on the offensive end with a total of eight kills in game one. Elizabeth Schuster and Neena Dimas also trailed close behind Velarde with eight digs for each. As for the season that lies ahead of the Titans, Polster said that she hopes to see her team start and finish strong. “Each game is a new game, so we need to be prepared to come back and take care of whatever is thrown our way,” Polster said. The Titans bounced back less than 24 hours later on Saturday afternoon as they took down the Fordham Rams in four sets. In the opening set, the score was relatively close before the Rams went on a 4-0 run that saw the Titans fall behind, 14-9. The two teams traded points and made the score 18-14 before Fullerton began to cut into the deficit. CSUF proceeded to outscore Fordham and take the lead, 25-24, but they still needed to win by two points to secure the set. The Rams continued to battle before the Titans earned three s traight points to secure a 29-27

victory. The second set featured much of the same elements as the first with Fordham building a lead and not being able to keep it. After scoring four-straight points to go up 5-3, the Rams kept this lead for a majority of the set, while the Titans were never too far behind as they tied the score on seven different occasions and finally retook the lead late in the set. Fullerton went on to secure a 25-22 victory. The Rams set the tone early in the third set as they jumped out to a 4-0 lead that they never surrendered. The Rams then built up their lead to 17-10. CSUF stayed within reach but Fordham was finally able to finish a set as the visitors went on a 4-1 run to win 25-22 and avoid losing in straight sets. In the final set, Fullerton took an early lead and won the set 25-13. The win sealed the first victory of the season for the Titans and the first of Polster’s head coaching career. Crawford recorded her 12th career double-double with 21 kills and 17 digs, leading the team in both categories. The Titans will travel to Louisiana for the Southeastern Showdown where they will play against Southeastern Louisiana University, Southern University and Auburn University on Friday and Saturday.

Cal State Fullerton men’s soccer lost their season opening match to Seattle University, 1-0, on Thursday night in the first-ever meeting between the two schools. The Titans played their first game since Nov. 9, 2019 at Championship Field in Seattle, Washington. The Redhawks started out the game aggressive as the host team had two shots on goal in the first five minutes of the contest, which were both saved by Titan goalkeeper Andrea Bonavia. Titan forward Dylan Robinson, in his first official game for Fullerton, gave the Titans their first shot of the game in the ninth minute but it sailed over the post. Fullerton was stagnant offensively in the first half, as they put up only two shots; one of which was a free kick by forward Mario Gomez at 41 minutes that was saved by Seattle’s goalkeeper Akili Sakim. The first half of the game did not feature any goals and got quite physical, thanks in part to both teams combining for 14 fouls, two yellow cards and six shots in the period. However, the second half proved to be more action packed as the two teams cut down on fouls and increased their shot totals from the first half. Following an offside by Fullerton in the 53rd minute, Seattle was able to counter with a shot on goal from forward Declan McGlynn that was

saved by Bonavia. On the ensuing corner kick, the Redhawks were able to set up McGlynn for another scoring opportunity that was also saved by Bonavia. Following a foul called on McGlynn, the Titans countered and forward Alex Pimentel put up a shot that went wide left in the 55th minute. At 58 minutes, the tie was broken. After McGlynn was fouled by Titan defender Kyle Kirkland just outside the box, Seattle had another free kick opportunity. McGlynn sent the ball over a wall of Fullerton players and just far enough out of reach for a diving Bonavia before it rolled to the back of the net from 20 yards out, giving Seattle a 1-0 lead. Fullerton attempted to counter with another shot from Gomez outside of the box that was saved by Sakim once again. A shot from Redhawks midfielder Levonte Johnson bounced off the post and fellow Redhawks midfielder Jesse Ortiz had an open look to clean up but it went wide left. Both teams continued to go back and forth but neither found the back of the net again after 90 minutes, and ended the game at 1-0. Offense was hard to come by for the Titans as they finished with just six total shots compared to Seattle’s 16. Gomez led the Titans with three total shots and had both of the teams’ shots on goal. Bonavia kept the Titans in the game, despite the goal allowed, with seven total saves. The Titans will play the Washington Huskies, ranked No. 9 in Division I, before their home opener against Loyola Marymount at Titan Stadium this Friday at 7:00 p.m.

CSUF goalkeeper Andrea Bonavia dives for a ball against UCSD in 2019. (CSUF Athletics)

Titan Gym and Stadium fan protocols DAVID GOODKIND Asst. Editor

The return of fan attendance at Cal State Fullerton sporting events this fall came with health and safety guidelines issued by the university. On Aug. 9, the Office of the President instituted President’s Directive No. 22, detailing COVID-19 mitigation measures and guidelines. In accordance with the directive, CSUF Athletics released a set of guidelines that outlined protocol for fans attending volleyball and soccer matches, the two currently active fall sports. The guidelines and requirements will run in conjunction with Directive No. 22, staying in effect at least until Sept. 30, 2021. Here is everything that fans need to know when they show up to support CSUF’s volleyball and soccer teams this fall season. Titan Stadium and Titan Gym Attendees at Titan Stadium are encouraged to wear facial coverings, but are not required to if they are vaccinated. Per the release, “unvaccinated individuals may remove facial coverings if a distance of six feet from others can be maintained.” Hand sanitizing stations are set up at the entrance of the stadium and in the concourse. Attendees at Titan Gym are required to wear face coverings regardless of vaccination status. Hand sanitizing stations are set up at the entrance of the gym and in the foyer. No Fan Interaction Seating is open at both venues, but fan interaction with coaches and studentathletes is prohibited. According to the release, “This includes family members and friends of individuals participating in competition. Teams will depart to the locker room post-game without interacting with event attendees.” VISIT US AT: DAILYTITAN.COM

Autograph sessions will not be held this season and youth will not be allowed on the court or field.

Follow University Guidelines Titans Athletics also emphasized the importance of adhering to campus policies while on campus, as well as staying home if an individual feels sick. The guidelines in place have Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine Jaime Potter optimistic about the direction of fan attendance and university athletics. She said that last year was a struggle, but praised the athletic department’s efforts to operate safely and efficiently. “Last year, I think it was a very tight spot for everybody,” Potter said. “We were very fortunate to have some collaboration with our health center and then an amazing collaboration amongst the Big West to really kind of put all of that together and make it happen.” Potter said above 90% of Cal State Fullerton student-athletes will be vaccinated by mid-September and that testing for unvaccinated athletes is done three times a week. Above all else, she said the athletic department has prioritized a balance of health and safety to create a safe environment for the student-athletes. The return of fans in the stands is something Potter said has helped the student-athletes both on and off the playing field. “I think our student athletes and our staff are really excited to be back on campus; being able to see more people on campus and interacting and actually being in class. It is an engaging piece that we haven’t had for so long. That really does give us hope and gives us some excitement,” Potter said. The guidelines were released in anticipation of the Titans’ women’s soccer home opener against UCLA, which was played at Titan Stadium in front of 7,832 fans, the fifth-largest regular season crowd in NCAA women’s soccer history. Each Welcome Back Game is free to all in attendance. The next free game is Friday, Sept. 17 for the men’s soccer match against San Francisco. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @THEDAILYTITAN