Letter from the Editor
There are 206 bones in the human body, 206 opportunities for failure, 206 opportunities for loss. But the most damaging injuries are the ones that happen in our minds, the ones that can't be mended by casts or dulled by anesthetics. Our bones mend, our bruises disappear, our body learns to cope with its losses, but the mind's injuries are steadfast.
A psychology teacher once told me that mankind's understanding of the mind parallels that of medicine when doctors were still bleeding people to cure them from illnesses.
So, the, how does our mind learn to cope?
Ancient cultures told stories as a way of explaining the world around them, a world that provided them with comfort and protection one moment and devastation the next. In a way, we still tell stories in hopes that they'll somehow explain the unpredictability of life, the exposed fragility of our minds.
Consider these eight stories small lessons in how to heal from life-altering revelations, crippling injuries, broken families, personal battles and self-discovery.
As editors, designers, photographers, illustrators and writers, the Tusk staff has worked to bring its readers something different, something that touches on the human condition through powerful words and captivating images.
Perhaps you'll find something familiar among these pages, a shared of trauma or maybe just the comfort of common experience.
Or maybe you'll find 206 opportunities for re-growth.
Kim Orr
Editor in Chief
Special Thanks
We would like to extend a special thanks to everyone who made the 2007 issue of Tusk possible: Thanks to our advisers, Jeffrey Brody and Arnold Holland for your guidance. Thanks to the Behee family, the Schultz family, Kris and Amy Markovich, Geoff Henderson, the Crimson Skate Team and Names in Vain. Thank you to the Instructionally Related Activities Committee for your financial support. A special thanks to our families and friends for putting up with our stress and long nights. Most importantly, thank you to our enthusiastic staff for the fun times ("Well, we took out the chicken") and the creative energy that made this issue something to be proud of.
Colophon
Tusk is published annually by the Cal State Fullerton Department of Communications. The opinions expressed within are the responsibility of the writers and don't necessarily reflect those of the university, faculty or student body. Tusk is printed at Southwest Offset Printing in Gardena, Calif.
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Meet the Staff
Editor-in-Chief
Kim Orr:
Managing Editor
Jenn Brown: A double major in journalism and in English, Jenn has worked as copy manager for Tusk magazine, as Daily Titan staff writer and as editorial assistant for Orange Coast Magazine. She hopes to travel and write for a respected art and culture magazine both in the U.S. and abroad, but is open any possibilities that come her way. In the little spare time she has, she loves to read (she is a self-proclaimed book worm) and loves to spoil her puppy Jameson. She loves The Cure and author Chuck Palahniuk.
Production Manager
Steven Boyd (also designer): This is Steve’s second year producing TUSK. This year he was the Art Director, responsible for all the big decisions. Talk about pressure, but its was a lot of fun as well. He enjoyed the collaborative side of producing the magazine, dealing with photographers, illustrators, and his fellow designers. He was proud to work on what he considers the best issue of TUSK to date.
Copy Editors
Michelle Ascencio: A print journalism major, Michelle plans to break into editing for Vogue, W or Jane magazine. She has worked as a staff writer for the Daily Titan. She enjoys reading magazines, traveling and shopping. She loves to listen to the sounds of Incubus and trips to the beach.
Matt Ballinger: A communications major, Matt has worked for the Daily titan and currently a copy editor for the Daily Pilot. He plans to work in journalism and conitue with copy editing for newspapers, magazines or the Web. He likes to go to museums, spend time with his girl friend and loves listening to the Beatles and John Coltrane.
Colleen Barrett: A print journalism major, Colleen plans to travel and eventually work in magazine writing. She enjoys reading, watching The Royal Tennenbaums, cooking and playing with her dog.
Kevin Manahan: A print journalism major and minor in Radio, TV and Film, plans to pursue a career in the magazine industry and He has freelanced for the Daily Titan and as a staff writer for The Celebrity Café Web site, an online entertainment magazine. In his spare time he likes to make random trips to Disneyland, spending time with friends and getting way too into his favorite reality shows.
Christina Martinez: A print journalism major, Christina plans to graduate from college and possibly engage in a rewarding career as a writer for a magazine that involves music or traveling. She has worked on staff for the Daily Titan. In her spare time she likes to paint, read when she gets the chance, cook and be with friends and family. She loves Incubus and author David Sedaris.
Contributing Editors
Sheena Desai: A print journalist major, Sheena has worked on the Daily Titan and India West newspaper. She likes photography and working out. She hopes to write for the entertainment industry some day.
Grace J. Lee: A communications major, Grace hopes to jump on staff with a good publication within the year. She has written for the Daily Titan and CSUF’s INSIDE publication. Her favorite show is Friends, she enjoys listening to Jack Johnson and John Mayer songs, and loves to watch war movies.
Aleksandra Wojtalewicz: A print journalist major and international politics minor, Aleksandra plans to move onto grad school for political science. Her dream is to work for the Los Angeles Times as a foreign correspondent. When she’s not buried in work for the Daily Titan and for Long Beach’s The Beachcomber, she loves to be outdoors at the beach and be with her friends. She loves her home country Poland and always has to have a Green Day or a Kenny Chesney CD playing.
Designers
Greg Comstock: A graphic design major, Greg plans to relocate to Washington D.C. and experience with the East Coast and help his friend launch her clothing company “Threadbare.” In his spare time he likes to cool off with iced tea and friends in the summer and warm up with hot tea and friends in the winter. He also enjoys playing video games and playing in the water, though never at the same time.
Dayne Van Oort
Photographers and Illustrators
Rebecca Hartness: A visual journalist major and music minor, Rebecca plans to travel the world, live overseas and become a teacher, make and sell art and music forever, and make a difference. She has worked as a staff writer for the Daily Titan and when she isn’t busy with her art and music, she enjoys working as a theatre/chess instructor for after-school programs, playing the piano, studying Russian and reading the Bible. Put her in a bookstore and she will be happy.
Yui Kashiwagi: Yui has worked on the San Bernardino Chronicle aside from Tusk magazine. She enjoys surfing, watching movies and reading. She enjoys watching City of God and listening to Greyboy. She plans on being an event coordinator for movie festivals.
Juan Saucedo: A print journalism major, Juan has been a staff member at Riverside Community College’s school newspaper, a news assistant at the Press-Enterprise, and has freelanced for the Daily Titan. He wants to right in a magazine that concentrates its editorial philosophy in emerging music of hip-hop music such as XXL magazine. He likes to play video games, watch Al Pacino movies and his favorite book is “Democracy For the Few” by Michael Parenti.
Leslie Umali: A photo communications major, Leslie plans to pursue a license in physical therapy, continue photography and join the Peace Corps. She likes to browse books and music at Borders, watch the Discovery Channel, drive around and explore photographic locations. She also loves “cloud chasing” and eating clementines.
Justin Veiga: A photo communications major and art minor, Justin wants to photograph and write in the magazine industry, possibly start a magazine, or get a crappy second job to pay off his loans. He enjoys playing his guitar loud when nobody is home and going to the record store to buy music he can’t afford in his spare time. The Moldy Peaces self-titled CD always makes him smile.
Web Director
Stephen Jones: A ninja never reveals his true identity.
Web Content Producers
Katy French: A print journalism major, Katy wants to find a job that makes her happy and wants to change the world… the usual. She is the current opinion section editor on the Daily Titan and has worked as a staff writer for the publication as well. In her spare time she likes reading, playing with her cat Grace, playing the guitar and sleeping.
Austen Montero: A print journalism major, Austen has worked on the COC Cougar and The Signal. He wants to work as a columnist for music magazines. He loves to play soccer, the guitar and Guitar Hero.
Jonathan Saavedra: A print journalism major, Jonathan has worked as staff writer for the Daily Titan, The Hornet and has freelanced for the Orange County Register. He plans to earn his M.A., become a successful journalist and travel the world. He enjoys playing Texas Hold ‘Em, playing guitar, listening to Radiohead and fantasy basketball.
Harmony Trevino (also Writer): A print journalism major and political science minor, Harmony plans on using her writing to promote social justice and awareness. She has worked as staff writer for the Daily Titan and as editorial intern at APG-Media. She loves dancing to Belanova, learning more about Christ and Latin America, reading the works of Pablo Neruda, and playing with her dog Penny Lane.
Advertising Director
Stephanie Birditt: A double major in advertising and graphic design, Stephanie plans to become a creative director for an advertising agency. She has worked on the honors newsletter, account executive for the Daily titan, and as the Ad Club president. In her spare time she enjoys tennis, art and playing with her puppy Sophie.
Writers
Reza Allah-Bakhshi: A journalism major, Reza plans on attending film school after he graduates. He has worked on the Daily Titan, has had his own radio show, and has produce media kits for Exit Entertainment. He has done freelance video jobs as well. In his spare time he likes to skateboard, paint, write and work on his photography.
Christen D'Alessandro: A print journalism major, Christen has worked for Major League Baseball Publication, Orange County Register, Daily Pilot, Daily Titan and Coast Report. She wants be become a successful sports write and maybe a sports broadcaster in the future. She likes to play sports, and enjoys reading her favorite book The Wedding.
Maggie Hauser: A print journalism major, Maggie, current assistant news editor on the Daily Titan, plans to get on staff with a daily newspaper as well as write freelance stories on travel and women’s issues. She enjoys hiking, singing, playing the guitar, rock climbing, listening to U2 and Incubus and hanging out with her pup Stella.
Steven Walters: A double major in journalism and American studies, Steven enjoys playing golf, watching sports center and listening to Depeche Mode. He has also worked on the Daily Titan.
Marina Zarate: A print journalist major, Marina plans to pursue a Master’s degree in public administration, follow her passion for writing and freelance for publications in the near future. When she’s not busy with her duties as the assistant news editor at the Daily Titan, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.