Comm Week 2025: Full Schedule

4:00pm PDT

CTVA / NBFF COLLEGIATE SHOWCASE

Monday April 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

A curated collection of Cal State Fullerton student films will be shown!

Off the Menu

Director: Marino Reyes

A shy and complacent teenager learns to let go of the girl he thinks is the love of his life with the help of his best friend and a cougar who is hungry for him.

Don't Be Scared

Director: Saul Espinoza

An immigrant family receives a visit on Halloween night.

Natural Selection

Director: Amanda D'Ambrosio

Nicole has near-delusional ideas of romance and discovers the harsh realities of dating life and is forced to adapt accordingly as she tries to find a mate.

Shadow in Mind

Director: Mixtly Galarza

Will is a teenager haunted by night terrors that stem from a traumatic past, where his childhood trauma manifests as a shadowy figure that torments his dreams.

Take Care

Director: Hayley Garcia

Isa struggles to tell her parents the truth about her future; as her decision quickly approaches, she is visited by strange manifestations of her guilt.

Hosted by: Professor Ari Posner and Professor Gregg Shwenk

Monday April 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Film Showing

11:30am PDT

Quantitative Data Analysis in Journalism

Tuesday April 22, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Titan Theater

By leveraging the tools of data analysis, journalists can do bulletproof work that not only shines a light on the actions of powerful individuals and entities, but also enables deeper and richer storytelling. Mendelson will discuss examples of this work in his presentation.

Hosted by: Professor Roselyn Du

Speakers

Aaron Mendelson

Data Journalist, The Trace

Aaron Mendelson is a data journalist at The Trace. Previously, he was an investigative and data journalist at the Center for Public Integrity and at Los Angeles NPR affiliate KPCC/LAist. His work has spanned beats and formats and has been recognized by honors including a Loeb Award... Read More →

Tuesday April 22, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Journalism

1:00pm PDT

Multimedia Storytelling from BuzzFeed to YouTube: How Content Creators construct stories to authentically represent diverse communities across platforms!

Tuesday April 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

Panelists will share tips about creating content for different media platforms and how they navigated the challenges of diversifying perspectives in storytelling. This session is perfect for anyone looking for the insider scoop on journalism and storytelling.

Hosted by: Black CommUnity and NABJ(National Association of Black Journalists, Cal State Fullerton Chapter)

Speakers

Lana Garrett

Strategic Partner Manager, YouTube Health

Lana Garrett is a Strategic Partner Manager at YouTube on the Mental Health team. A lifelong YouTube enthusiast, she transitioned her passion for the platform into a successful career in digital media. Previously, she honed her strategic skills at companies like E!, NBCU, and Peacock.At... Read More →

Tuesday April 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Club Event, Open to All

5:00pm PDT

LCI 2nd Annual Student Media Showcase

Tuesday April 22, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

The Latino Communications Institute (LCI) invites you to its second annual student showcase! Join us for the showcasing of films, scripts, music videos, and other audiovisual media, representing the Latinx Community and addresses relevant issues.

Hosted by: Professor Rebecca Sheehan and Robert Martinez

Tuesday April 22, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Cinema and Television Arts

7:00pm PDT

The Power of Communications: Inside Public Affairs

Tuesday April 22, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

Hosted by: Professor Carrie Braun and Professor Maryanne Shults

Speakers

Ken Hagihara

Public Affairs Officer, United States Navy

Ken Hagihara is a full-time lecturer in the Department of Communications and is the owner and president of Integrity Public Relations Inc. He currently serves as the national faculty adviser for the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and faculty adviser for the Cal... Read More →

Jonathan Volzke

Communications & Marketing Manager, City of Lake Forest

Jonathan Volzke is a community storyteller at heart, with a career spanning journalism and public affairs. As editor of The Daily Titan at Cal State Fullerton and later a reporter at The Orange County Register, he honed his ability to translate complex issues into compelling narratives... Read More →

Jasmine Wood

Public Safety Information Specialist - PIO12, CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department

Jasmine Wood is a proud alumna of California State University, Fullerton, where she earned a degree in Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations. Her journey into the world of media and storytelling began with an influencer page for her dog, which successfully secured brand... Read More →

Tuesday April 22, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

1:00pm PDT

Latin Film Series Finale

Wednesday April 23, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

Join us for a screening and discussion of the documentary My Imaginary Country (Mi país imaginario. Patricio Guzmán, 2022). The film documents the massive protests that erupted in Santiago de Chile on October 18, 2019, initiated by students advocating for increased democracy and social equality, focusing on education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. This movement rapidly evolved into one of the largest popular uprisings in Chilean history, highlighting the country’s unresolved social tensions and inequality. The documentary weaves together interviews and commentary from activists with Guzmán's personal reflections on these events and Chile's political history.

Hosted by: Professor Nils Longueria Borrego

Speakers

Rebecca Sheehan

Professor, CSUF Department of Cinema and Television

A. Sheehan, Ph.D. is a Professor of Cinema Studies in the Department of Cinema and Television Arts at California State University, Fullerton. Professor Sheehan teaches courses in World Cinema, Border Cinema, American Film History, Experimental and Avant-Garde Cinema, Documentary Cinema... Read More →

Wednesday April 23, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Film Showing

5:00pm PDT

Titan Radio: Intro to Audio Production

Wednesday April 23, 2025 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT

Titan Theater

Our speakers will be giving a run down on working Adobe Audition. The audience will learn how to properly set up a session, connect mics, upload music, and add special effects to your audio!

Hosted by: Titan Radio

Speakers

Julio Reyes

Radio Media Specialist, Titan Radio

Julio is the radio media specialist at Titan Radio. He graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor's in Communications, focusing on mass communication. During his time in school, Julio served as a production coordinator under the guidance of Alfredo Cruz and Kelli Cluque for Cal State San Bernardino’s... Read More →

Gabriela Angiuli

Tech Director, Titan Radio

Gabriela Angiuli is a fourth-year Communications student, emphasizing Entertainment and Tourism here at CSUF. It is her third and final semester on staff at Titan Radio as a part of the tech department. She specializes in audio production, specifically with programs like Adobe Audition... Read More →

Wednesday April 23, 2025 5:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Club Event, Open to All

7:00pm PDT

Getting on Base Showcase

Wednesday April 23, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

"Getting On Base" follows a college softball team's championship journey while examining the more significant struggles of women in sports. Through player testimonials and expert insights, the film highlights the impact of Title IX, persistent inequalities in pay and opportunity, and the push for greater recognition in a male-dominated sports landscape.

Hosted by: Department of Communications

Speakers

Carolyn Coal

California State University, Fullerton: Department of Communications

Carolyn Coal excels in writing, directing, and education. Her acclaimed films received multiple awards and international recognition, including Sundance. A Gold Clio Award winner, she's produced content for major brands while developing her craft through prestigious fellowships. Carolyn... Read More →

Wednesday April 23, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Film Showing

11:00am PDT

The Intersection of Sports, Entertainment, and Arts: A Conversation with Senior NFL Insider Josina Anderson

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

Learn about Ms. Anderson’s amazing career path to become the first female senior NFL insider for ESPN and CBS. We’ll dive into her 20 years of experience in journalism, production, and content creation. We’ll also discuss her foray into entrepreneurship, with her latest venture London Farrow Productions.

Hosted by: Professor Jasmine Phillips, Professor Timothy Jackson, and NABJ (National Association of Black Journalists, Cal State Fullerton Chapter)

Speakers

Josina Anderson

CEO, London Farrow Productions, Senior NFL Insider, London Farrow Productions

Josina is a dynamic Emmy and NABJ award-winning television professional with over 20 years of experience in journalism, production, content creation, and communications. Recognized as ESPN's and CBS’s first female Senior NFL Insider, she has a proven track record of breaking major... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Journalism

1:00pm PDT

From Campus to Careers in Advertising & Marketing: Valuable Lessons from Daily Titan Alumni

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Titan Theater

The Daily Titan's former advertising and marketing staff members will share how they parlayed their experience working on campus to landing (and succeeding!) in their professional agency careers. They will share tips for networking and interviewing and discuss how they applied their skills from working in a student-run media organization to their real-world careers.

Panel members include Katie Hennessey (Class of 2011), Ayesha Doshi (Class of 2016), Courtney Lambe (Class of 2021), Dakota MacDonald (Class of 2022), Isabel Cambiaso (Class of 2022), and Chloe Lau (Class of 2022).

Hosted by: Professor Michelle Kurland

Speakers

Katie Hennessey

Senior Talent Producer, ESPN

Katie Hennessey is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton, completed in 2011, she is currently a Senior Talent Producer at ESPN in Bristol, CT. She is an entertainment industry veteran with 13 years at the Walt Disney Company working both at ESPN in production and Walt Disney Studios... Read More →

Dakota MacDonald

Strategist, Canvas Worldwide

Dakota MacDonald, a Strategist at Canvas Worldwide, got his start in automotive advertising quickly after graduating from CSUF in 2022. With multiple years of experience working across both the Genesis and Hyundai accounts, Dakota has helped improve shopper’s sentiment towards the... Read More →

Chloe Lau

Assistant, Partner Relations, Orion Worldwide

Chloe Lau is currently on the investment team at Orion Worldwide, where she manages partner relations with a select group of media vendors. Her primary focus is in the digital media space, and she has spent the past few years establishing herself in the industry. She is grateful for... Read More →

Courtney Lambe

Manager, Creative & Innovation, Media Futures Group

Courtney Lambe is a 2021 graduate with three years of agency experience, working across brands including Google and Amazon Prime Video. In her roles, she has developed skills in account management, creative content, and media planning, with knowledge of both global and US markets... Read More →

Ayesha Doshi

Director, Creative & Innovation, Media Futures Group

Ayesha is a 2016 CSUF grad with 9 years of professional experience on the media agency side of the advertising industry. She started her career in media planning with an automotive client, and since then has worked in creative, global, and content roles for TikTok, Amazon Prime Video... Read More →

Isabel Cambiaso

Creative Operations Supervisor, Omnicom Media Group

Isabel Cambiaso is a creative operations professional with a strong background in content strategy and media campaign execution. She began her career at Initiative as a Digital Project Manager, overseeing multiple creative workstreams for Amazon’s political and Prime-focused efforts... Read More →

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Advertising

2:30pm PDT

Sports Show Business

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Titan Theater

Presented by Katie Hennessey, Sr. Talent Producer at ESPN and Disney employee for 13 years will dive into the details of the entertainment business. This presentation will discuss her time in Hollywood working on long form content (films) and short form content/news (sports tv). As an industry vet Katie will share secrets and best tips on how to get into and ahead in this business.

Hosted by: Professor Jasmine Phillips

Speakers

Katie Hennessey

Senior Talent Producer, ESPN

Thursday April 24, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Titan Theater TSU

Entertainment & Tourism