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There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Kenya. However, you should exercise a high degree of caution due to the increasing number of terrorist attacks, kidnapping and incidents of crime targeting Westerners throughout the country. Such attacks have occurred in the past in Nairobi, including Eastleigh, the Coast region, including Mombasa, and the North Eastern region. Further attacks remain possible.
On September 21, 2013, an attack at Westgate Mall in the Westlands area of Nairobi left at least 67 people dead and as many as 175 injured. Other such attacks in public places in Kenya remain possible. Remain highly vigilant.
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to northeast Kenya within 150 km of the Somali border, including coastal areas North of Pate Island in Lamu District, and to Garissa district where there is a risk of kidnapping and attacks. You are also advised to avoid all travel to the border areas with South Sudan and Ethiopia due to armed banditry and cross-border violence. Consult the Security tab for more information.
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against non-essential travel to the Eastleigh neighbourhood of Nairobi, where several attacks have recently taken place. Consult the Security tab for more information.
The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provides credible and timely information in its Travel Advice. In the event of a crisis situation that requires evacuation, the Government of Canada's policy is to provide safe transportation to the closest safe location. The Government of Canada will assist you in leaving a country or a region as a last resort, when all means of commercial or personal transportation have been exhausted. This service is provided on a cost-recovery basis. Onward travel is at your personal expense. Situations vary from one location to another, and there may be constraints on government resources that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide assistance, particularly in countries or regions where the potential for violent conflict or political instability is high.
Avoid all travel to northeast Kenya within 150 km of the Somali border, including coastal areas North of Pate Island in Lamu District, and to Garissa district where there is a risk of kidnapping and attacks. On July 1, 2012, over a dozen people were killed and many more injured in grenade and gun attacks on churches in Garissa. Beachfront accommodations and boats off the coast are particularly vulnerable to attacks by boat. Although Kenya's border with Somalia has been closed since January 2007, Somali militias and bandit groups have carried out cross-border attacks against foreigners and humanitarian workers in this region. Some of these incidents have resulted in injuries and death. In the past year, there have been two attacks associated with kidnapping of humanitarian aid workers at the Dadaab Refugee Camp, 80 km from the Somali border. The risk of such attacks in the region remains extremely high.
There is a persistent threat of improvised explosive device (IED) or small-arms attacks by both militant and criminal Somali gangs along the porous border. On July 27, 2011, a police officer was killed and three others wounded by an IED near Mandera in North Eastern province. In the same vicinity, four civilian passengers died when their vehicle was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade on October 27, 2011. This threat of attack, and the ongoing security concerns over migratory movements connected to the continuing famine have prompted the government to deploy additional police and military.
Banditry is common throughout the Northeastern province in the area bordering Somalia. Attacks directed primarily at foreign aid workers and refugee camps, as well as disputes between Somali clans, make the region unstable and dangerous. Kenyan efforts to restrict Somali incursions and gun-running have curtailed travel to the northern areas near the Somali border.
There are heightened tensions in the Eastleigh neighbourhood of Nairobi, where a series of explosions have occurred in the area since late November 2012. Several people have been killed, and many more have been injured.
There have been occasional reports of violent demonstrations and rioting in Mombasa, most recently following the killing of a prominent Mombasa cleric on April 1, 2014.
There have been a number of attacks, possibly linked to terrorist groups, in Mombasa since 2013. On March 22, 2014, many people were killed in an attack on a church in the Likoni area of Mombasa. On March 17, 2014, police in Mombasa found large quantities of weapons and explosives in a car. Kenyan authorities seem to believe that there are more similar explosive devices in the wider region. There were reports, on December 12, 2013, of an attempted grenade attack targeting the vehicle of two tourists in the Likoni. On January 2, 2014, several people were injured in a grenade attack at a nightclub in Diani near Mombasa. Further attacks cannot be ruled out. Remain vigilant at all times, avoid large gatherings, monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities.
If you are planning to stay at coastal resorts located south of Lamu District, opt for resorts that provide professional security. On September 11 and again on October 1, 2011, armed men attacked beachfront properties in Lamu District, resulting in the death of one foreign national and the kidnapping of two others (one of whom has subsequently died while in captivity, and the other was released in March 2012). In November 2011, gunmen believed to be Somali pirates attacked a village near Malindi and abducted six fishermen.
The areas located north of the Kitale-Samburu-Garissa line in northern Kenya are considered particularly unsafe. The ongoing threat posed by terrorism is joined by various regional, tribal or clan-based conflicts involving land, cattle and water. Use armed escorts when travelling to or from this region. Escorts are available from local police stations and it is advisable to contact them before undertaking any journey. Avoid venturing away from tourist areas and refrain from travelling after dark.
Violence has also regularly been reported in the Mount Elgon area of western Kenya. If you decide to travel to that region, remain vigilant at all times. In March 2008, military troops were deployed in Mount Elgon forest to pursue the Sabaot Land Defence Force (SLDF) militia, who are said to have killed hundreds of residents.
There is a heightened threat from terrorism throughout Kenya, including Nairobi and Mombasa. Regional terror groups, including al Qaeda and al-Shabaab, continue to threaten Western interests and other potential targets in Kenya. In recent years, terrorist attacks have occurred in busy public venues, including in places of worship. Since the latter half of 2013, al-Shabaab has demonstrated both the intent and capability to conduct terror attacks in the region with increasing frequency and sophistication. Terrorist attacks could occur at any time and could target areas frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers, as well as areas where government offices are concentrated, such as the Central Business District of Nairobi. Increased vigilance should be exercised at all times.
An explosion was reported at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi on January 17, 2014. An investigation is underway, and the airport has resumed operations. JKIA authorities recommend that travellers arrive at least one hour earlier than normal for outgoing flights to allow time for additional security checks. Be particularly vigilant at all airports.
For safety reasons, avoid all nightclubs, avoid visiting businesses during peak hours, steer clear of areas with large crowds and remain vigilant when in restaurants, shopping centers, airports and other transportation hubs and other public areas.
Be particularly vigilant during religious holidays and other public celebrations, as militants have used such occasions to mount attacks.
You should be very cautious if attending sporting events, such as football matches. Avoid public venues such as sports bars, night clubs and restaurants that broadcast these games, as well as public transportation, such as taxis, to and from the events. Be vigilant in crowded places and monitor local media.
There is a high crime rate in most regions of Kenya, particularly in major cities such as Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu, and at coastal beach resorts. There has been a sharp increase in crime in Nairobi since March 2014, with daytime carjackings, home invasions, and kidnappings occurring even in neighbourhoods normally deemed safe during daylight hours.
Be vigilant and avoid heavily populated areas of major cities to minimize the risk of being caught up in violent clashes, as well as isolated places where you may be vulnerable to a covert ambush. In particular, exercise extreme caution in the Kibera, Mathare, Kasirani and Eastleigh neighbourhoods of Nairobi.
The potential for carjackings and robberies of tourists travelling to and from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Nairobi, particularly at night, continues to be of concern. If arriving at JKIA, you should only use transportation organized by reputable tour companies or well-marked taxis. Currency should not be exchanged in the public areas of the airport. Checked luggage may be pilfered at the airport. Store valuables in securely locked hand luggage.
Petty crimes, such as purse-snatchings and robberies, occur frequently in other major towns (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru) and coastal beach resorts. Criminals and swindlers have been known to impersonate hotel employees, police officers or government officials, so be sure to ask for identification. When you leave your hotel room, ensure that the door is locked and the "do not disturb" sign is displayed. Store your personal belongings in safekeeping facilities. You should absolutely avoid walking or travelling after dark, and exercise caution while walking during daylight hours. Avoid showing signs of affluence or carrying large sums of money.
In many rural regions of Kenya, including the Masai territory and the eastern and central provinces, conflicts over ethnicity, land ownership, cattle rustling and access to water continue to cause confrontations, attacks and unrest. The situation can also be tense in northern Kenya, which often experiences severe drought.
Demonstrations occur and have the potential to suddenly turn violent. Avoid all demonstrations and public gatherings, follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media.
Women travelling on their own should remain particularly vigilant, as attacks involving sexual assaults, including against foreigners, are regularly reported, even though Nairobi has an anti-rape awareness campaign. Consult our publication entitled Her Own Way: A Woman's Safe-Travel Guide for travel safety information specifically aimed at Canadian women.
Foreigners volunteering with local NGOs have reported incidents of fraud, threats and mistreatment by local personnel. Other volunteers have been left stranded when the illegitimate NGOs they were working for closed.
If you are contemplating volunteer work with NGOs in Kenya, you should contact the National Council of NGOs before making any commitments and before departing Canada in order to confirm that the organization you wish to work with is legitimate. All NGOs in Kenya are required by law to be registered with the National Council of NGOs, a self-regulating, non-partisan body.
See the Entry/Exit tab for information on the work permits required to work for an NGO.
Traffic drives on the left. Excessive speeds, unpredictable driving habits, lack of adequate street lighting and poorly maintained vehicles pose hazards. Road conditions are poor. During the rainy season, some unpaved roads are impassable, even with four-wheel drive vehicles. You should drive with doors locked and windows closed at all times. The road from Nairobi to Mombasa is congested and can be dangerous for tourists unfamiliar with local driving conditions. You should consider air travel. Use authorized border crossings when travelling by vehicle between Kenya and Tanzania.
Public transportation is unsafe. Long-distance buses have been involved in a number of serious accidents. Minibuses (matatus) are generally poorly maintained, recklessly driven and are often without adequate insurance coverage. Incidents of matatus being highjacked or passengers being robbed have been reported. Use only hotel taxis, and confirm the fare in advance. Passenger trains are not safe and are routinely late.
The ferry service that connected Mombasa with Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is no longer running.
Consult our Transportation FAQ in order to verify if national airlines meet safety standards.
Most visits to national parks, game reserves and other popular tourist destinations in Kenya remain incident free. However, foreign tourists, including Canadians, have been victims of crime, sometimes involving violence. On November 4, a tourist was shot and her Kenyan driver was killed in an armed attack on their vehicle near a game park north of Nairobi. Remain aware of your surroundings at all times. Avoid camping alone or without expert local assistance.
Tourist facilities are widely available in Nairobi, on the coast, in game parks and in wildlife reserves, but are non-existent in the regions bordering Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia.
Visitors travelling overland to certain game parks and reserves have been attacked by armed bandits. Travel by road north of Isiolo to Samburu and Shaba/Meru/Buffalo Springs National Parks should be undertaken in escorted convoys only. The route from Malindi to Lamu can also be dangerous. Visitors to Lamu should travel by air. If road travel is necessary, it should be done in a convoy. Kenyan police organize daily convoys to and from these two points. There have been rare reports of attacks or robberies of travellers on the roads between Nairobi and the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Nakuru, Tsavo Game Parks/Reserves and Mount Kenya/Aberdares area. However, there have been periodic hijackings, robberies and attempted robberies on the main road between Nairobi and the Tanzanian border, a road that also serves as the route to Kenya's Amboseli National Park.
There are inherent risks associated with viewing wildlife (both marine and on land), particularly on foot or at close range. Always maintain a safe distance when observing wildlife and avoid exiting vehicles unless it is deemed safe to do by professional guides and wardens. Use only reputable and professional guides or tour operators and closely follow park regulations and wardens' advice.
You can seek advice from the High Commission of Canada in Nairobi for information on tour companies operating in Kenya.
The Kenya Tourism Federation operates a Safety and Communication Centre, which provides the latest information on tourism and road conditions, and assistance in an emergency. You can obtain information by calling Nairobi 254-20-604-767 or 254-20-505-614 (24 hours), or tel/fax 254-20-604-730 (24 hours), or by emailing email@example.com.
Pirate attacks occur in coastal waters and, in some cases, farther out at sea. Mariners should take appropriate precautions. For additional information, consult the Live Piracy Report published by the International Maritime Bureau.
Cases of attempted fraud are frequently reported in this country. See our Overseas Fraud page for more information on scams abroad.
The mail system can be unreliable, and credit cards and cheques are often stolen. International couriers should be used to ship envelopes or packages, and all objects of value should be insured.
Power cuts occasionally occur. Telephone systems are generally unreliable. Kenya Telephone and Telegraph has discontinued its collect call facility. 1-800 numbers cannot be accessed from Kenya. When making a long-distance call within Kenya, the area code must be preceded by a zero. For example, to dial Nairobi from elsewhere in Kenya, you must dial 020 followed by the local number.
Maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times and in all places. Take appropriate security measures, particularly on the roads that link the city centre to residential areas, and refrain from travelling at night. Drive defensively, with vehicle doors locked and windows closed at all times. If stopped at a roadblock, verify the identification of police officers. Victims of attacks are advised not to offer resistance. Avoid travelling to low-income neighbourhoods in Nairobi, where a higher concentration of crime occurs.
Monitor local developments and remain in regular contact with the High Commission of Canada in Nairobi.
It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. Canadian consular officials cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet entry requirements. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Kenyan authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is your responsibility to check with the High Commission for the Republic of Kenya for up-to-date information.
Official (special and diplomatic) passport holders must consult the Official Travel page, as they may be subject to different entry requirements.
Canadians must present a passport to visit Kenya, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of expected departure from that country.
Canadians must be in possession of a visa to visit Kenya. It is recommended that visas be obtained prior to departure to avoid delays and difficulties on arrival. Visas are valid for up to three months but may be extended.
Tourist visa: Required
Business visa: Required
Student visa: Required
Transit visa: Required
Work Permit: Required
In Kenya, anyone engaging in paid or volunteer work must obtain a work permit. The penalties for not doing so can be a fine, jail or deportation depending on the nature of the offence.
Further information on work permits can be obtained by contacting the Kenya High Commission in Ottawa.
The National Council of NGOs can provide assistance to Canadians planning to work for a local NGO in obtaining a work permit if contacted in advance. If an employee moves from one organization to another, the first permit becomes void and the individual has to apply for a new permit to work with a subsequent organization.
Dual citizenship is not legally recognized, which may limit the ability of Canadian officials to provide consular services. You should travel using your Canadian passport and present yourself as Canadian to foreign authorities at all times. Consult our publication entitled Dual Citizenship: What You Need to Know for more information.
Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our Children page for more information.
Some countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination before allowing entry. Consult the World Health Organization's country list to obtain information on this country's requirements.
Be sure that your routine vaccines are up-to-date regardless of your travel destination.
You may be at risk for these vaccine-preventable diseases while travelling in this country. Talk to your travel health provider about which ones are right for you.
Hepatitis A is a disease of the liver spread by contaminated food or water. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection should get vaccinated.
Hepatitis B is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment or occupational exposure) should get vaccinated.
Seasonal influenza occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from person to person when they cough or sneeze or through personal contact with unwashed hands. Get the flu shot.
Measles occurs worldwide but is a common disease in developing countries, particularly in parts of Africa and Asia. Measles is a highly contagious disease. Be sure your vaccination against measles is up-to-date regardless of the travel destination.
This country is in the African Meningitis Belt, an area where there are many cases of meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease (meningitis) is a serious and sometimes fatal infection of the tissue around the brain and the spinal cord. Travellers who may be at high risk should consider getting vaccinated. High-risk travellers include those living or working with the local population (e.g., health care workers), those travelling to crowded areas or taking part in large gatherings, or those travelling for a longer period of time.
There is a risk of polio in this country. Be sure that your vaccination against polio is up-to-date.
Rabies is a disease that attacks the central nervous system spread to humans through a bite, scratch or lick from a rabid animal. Vaccination should be considered for travellers going to areas where rabies exists and who have a high risk of exposure (i.e., close contact with animals, occupational risk, and children).
Typhoid is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among travellers going to rural areas, visiting friends and relatives, or with weakened immune systems. Travellers visiting regions with typhoid risk, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation should consider getting vaccinated.
Yellow fever is a disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito.
Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.
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Travellers to any destination in the world can develop travellers' diarrhea from consuming contaminated water or food.
In some areas in East Africa, food and water can also carry diseases like cholera, hepatitis A, schistosomiasis and typhoid. Practise safe food and water precautions while travelling in East Africa. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
There have been cases of cholera reported in this country in the last year. Cholera is a bacterial disease that typically causes diarrhea. In severe cases it can lead to dehydration and even death.
Most travellers are generally at low risk. Humanitarian workers and those visiting areas with limited access to safe food and water are at higher risk. Practise safe food and water precautions. Travellers at high risk should get vaccinated.
Schistosomiasis is caused by blood flukes (tiny worms) spread to humans through contaminated water. The eggs of the worms can cause stomach illnesses like diarrhea and cramps or urinary problems. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Avoid swimming in contaminated water. There is no vaccine available for schistosomiasis.
In some areas in East Africa, certain insects carry and spread diseases like African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness), chikungunya, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, dengue fever, leishmaniasis, lymphatic filariasis, malaria, onchocerciasis (river blindness), Rift Valley fever, West Nile virus and yellow fever.
Travellers are advised to take precautions against bites.
Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, monkeys, snakes, rodents, and bats. Certain infections found in some areas in East Africa, like avian influenza and rabies, can be shared between humans and animals.
Crowded conditions can increase your risk of certain illnesses. Remember to wash your hands often and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette to avoid colds, the flu and other illnesses.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV are spread through blood and bodily fluids; practise safer sex.
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks and impairs the immune system, resulting in a chronic, progressive illness known as AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).
Practise safe sex while travelling, and don't share needles, razors, or other objects which could transmit infection.
Remember that HIV can also be spread through the use of unsterile medical equipment during medical and dental procedures, tattooing, body piercing or acupuncture. Diseases can also be spread though blood transfusions and organ transplantation if the blood or organs are not screened for HIV or other blood-borne pathogens.
Tuberculosis is an infection caused by bacteria and usually affects the lungs.
For most travellers the risk of tuberculosis is low.
Travellers who may be at high risk while travelling in regions with risk of tuberculosis should discuss pre- and post-travel options with a health care provider.
High-risk travellers include those visiting or working in prisons, refugee camps, homeless shelters, or hospitals, or travellers visiting friends and relatives.
Good medical facilities are available in Nairobi, but health care standards in other parts of the country may vary.
Trekkers may experience acute mountain sickness (AMS) at high altitudes. AMS can be deadly. Carry travel and health insurance that includes provisions for helicopter rescue, medical evacuation, and treatment for accidental injury and medical emergencies.
The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.
Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit, especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.
You are subject to local laws. Consult our Arrest and detention page for more information.
Smoking is prohibited in all public places. Convicted offenders could pay high fines or serve a jail sentence.
It is illegal to destroy Kenyan currency, even in small amounts. Violators may be arrested and fined.
You are forbidden from working in Kenya without a valid work permit. For more information on work visas please see the Entry/exit tab.
Permission to carry firearms must be obtained from local authorities prior to entry. Firearms are strictly forbidden in wildlife reserves and national parks.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. Persons convicted of possession of illegal drugs, including marijuana, could receive a 10-year prison sentence.
Be aware that cases of "mob justice" are regularly reported, in which crowds lynch suspected criminals prior to police arrival.
Possession of pornographic material is forbidden.
Photography of official buildings or embassies may lead to detention.
Homosexual activity is illegal.
Religious proselytizing is not permitted.
Common sense and discretion should be exercised in dress and behaviour, particularly in the coastal region where the majority of the population is Muslim. You should dress conservatively and respect religious and social traditions to avoid offending local sensitivities.
The currency is the Kenyan shilling (KES). Many banks and hotels exchange foreign currency. Hotel bills are generally settled in U.S. dollars. Credit cards are widely accepted, and traveller's cheques, preferably in U.S. dollars, may be exchanged at banks, hotels and foreign-exchange offices. Travellers who import the equivalent of US$5,000 or more must provide documentation stating the source and purpose of the funds. It is possible to convert Kenyan shillings into foreign currency at the airport upon departure.
Due to below-average rainfall over the last five years, many regions of eastern Africa, including Kenya, are currently afflicted by severe drought. Specifically, the northern and eastern areas of Kenya— including Marsabit, Moyale, Wajir, Garissa, Isiolo and Turkana—are affected. You should expect difficulties travelling overland. Local services and the availability of water and basic food may be affected.
There are normally two rainy seasons in Kenya: from October to November, and from late March to mid-June. Heavy rains have the potential to cause sudden flooding and mudslides throughout the country. Evacuations, casualties and damage to infrastructure have been reported. The damage could also affect the provision of essential services. If you reside in or are travelling to affected areas, exercise caution, monitor local news and weather reports, and follow the advice of local authorities.
Natural disasters are possible due to regional volcanic activity. The Mount Elgon volcano, located 550 km from Nairobi, on the border with Uganda, has shown increasing signs of volcano and seismic activity. Pay careful attention to all warnings issued, specifically for this area.


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We are on the corner of Los Rios and Julio Castro. Look for the sign 'Revolution Backpackers' . HR is also on both sides of the balcony.
Getting from the Airport
NEW AIRPORT OPENS FEB 29 2013 options presently taxi around $26 or Aeroservicio bus shuttle to Rio Coca station $8, then taxi o Ecovia bus to hostel (bus 25c or taxi $6). Travel time airport to hostel approx 1 to 1.5 hrs (day) or approx 45 mins (late night) until roads improve
Local Bus
We are one block from the Ecovia bus stop at Alameda Park. The new Ecovia has a dedicated lane which allows for quick and cheap transport from the north to the south of Quito (25c) along 6 de Deciembre (Mariscal is just 5 minutes away). Also a few minutes walk is the trolley bus system, similar to the Ecovia, it runs north to south in Quito valley along 10 de Agosto. The Metro Bus, additionally, is very close and runs along Avenida America
National Bus
There are now (from July 2009) TWO main bus terminals in Quito, one in the North (Carcelen) and one in the South (Quitumbe) Quitumbe is just under an hour in the trolley bus to the Alameda stop near the Hostel. You need to take the trolley to El Recreo, and then change bus to get to Alameda. From the Carcelen station, take a bus to La Y trolley stop and then take the trolley to Alameda stop.


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UF softball hurls combined perfect game
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No. 4 UF (22-1) concluded its weekend with an 11-0, combined perfect game victory over Presbyterian at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium. Pitchers Hannah Rogers, Lauren Haeger and Alyssa Bache collaborated to retire all 15 Blue Hose batters in the run-rule win. Rogers retired the first nine, Haeger sat down three in the fourth and Bache handled the three fifth-inning batters.
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Florida defeated Drake twice and was victorious over Mount St. Mary's, FAMU and Presbyterian in the three-day home tournament.
The feat for UF's pitching trio marked the first combined perfect game in Gator history. UF has just five other perfect games, the most recent being Stephanie Brombacher's Feb. 12, 2011, perfecto against NC State.
Tim Walton also highlighted the weekend, notching win No. 400 as UF's head coach following Saturday's 20-2 record-tying win over FAMU. Walton, already the winningest coach in Gator softball history, is now 401-94 (.810) overall at Florida and 524-158 (.768) in his head coaching career.
Briana Little sac fly plated the Gators' first run of the game in the bottom of the first, allowing Kelsey Stewart to score after the leadoff speedster put down a bunt single to start the game. A bases-loaded walk for Taylor Schwarz added one to the tally and Katie Medina followed with a hard-hit RBI single to center for UF's third run in the opening frame.
Haeger struck with a one-out, two-run blast, her team-leading sixth homer of the season, in the bottom of the second to take the Gators ahead, 5-0, while Little and Kelsey Horton followed by making great contact with the ball in the frame, each knocking sky-high hits to the outfield that counted as triples — Little first, followed by Horton's, which scored little from third for the 6-0 UF lead. Horton then scampered home on a Stephanie Tofft groundout to extend UF's lead 7-0 after two innings of play at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.
Florida will hit the road again this week during the Gators' spring break for a mid-week non-conference clash with SEC Western Division rival Alabama Wednesday before traveling to Auburn to open conference play March 8-11 on the road at Jane B. Moore field.
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Yes, the answer is awesome.
Do you see how we could have gotten it from mine? The n^2/60 term is dominant for large n.
Ah, I know what my mistake was! I calculated Gamma(3) to be 6!!!
Check the post above you.
That one works!!!!! Shortest one yet!
But if you use knowledge of landau notation you can see how we could derived it from my answer!
But, with α=0 that will just vanish...
That problem is solved I had alpha as 1 instead of 0. Your form is right.
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Hi bobbym
See what you put into B(x) it does not equal the original generating function. What is in the denominator of your B(x) does not get to the the denominator of the asymptotic form.
I do not understand you...
When you put that into B(x) you will not get the original gf back.
Why not? It is analytic...
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Now we have α=1, β=3, A(x)=0, r=1,


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Avril Lavigne, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)6 mths ago
Everyone likes Avril Lavigne, but few like her more than Framed. This is the fourth time we've featured one of her vids here, and it's always a good time all around. This week we've got "Let Me Go," a Vevo premiere featuring Avril and her new husband Chad Kroeger of Nickleback. The track is slated to appear on Ms. Lavigne's new, self-titled LP, due for a November 5 release.
The piano-driven tune is, perhaps surprisingly, a ballad, and a break-up ballad at that. That's sort of strange in that Chad and Av have only been married for three months. We'd like to say that Avril's projecting a more grown-up image, except her earlier 2013 release, "Here's To Never Growing Up," will also be on the new album.
So what's your take, readers? Is this the same snot that gave us "Girlfriend," which was, of course, the second video ever highlighted by this blog? Or is this a new, more sophisticated songstress with a more mature story to tell? We'll hold our breath until you get back to us.
Punish Fort, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed6 mths ago
Welcome back to Framed , readers. This week, we're presenting the Best Video We've Ever Seen.
It's the work of Punish Fort, a Seattle-based hard rock band, and is from their 2008 album, the niftily-titled Cripe, All Mighty . The song, about a creepy pumpkin-headed being, is called "Pumpkinhead," and--although it's absolutely the most obscure video to ever grace our blog--it shows that great art is not the province of the corporations. Good work, Punish Fort!
Pumpkinhead, unsurprisingly, is no friend to we humans. Watch as a terrorized citizen attempts to flee, only to be cornered by the cunning vegetable-man! Quake at Pumpkinhead's macabre stand-up routine! Listen as Punish Fort repeats the word "pumpkinhead" interminably!
What do you say, readers? Can you name a better music video? Should Punish Fort be forever remembered as geniuses of the art form? Should we go back to doing today's hottest-selling artists?
We await your verdict as well as your breathless thanks!
1 -- Science now believes that rock bands can suck under many lighting conditions.
One Republic, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)6 mths ago
This week's guest artists, the Colorado band One Republic, first caught the public's fancy with their 2007 hit, "Apologize." Since then, their work has sold steadily if not spectacularly, although their 2013 album, Native , hit #4 in the U.S.
This week's video, "Counting Stars," is from that album, and the video is sort of weird. The band is performing or practicing in a horrible basement somewhere. Meanwhile, in a room right above them, some sort of Christian revival is taking place. Eventually, the floor of the church room collapses, and one its members tumbles down there with the Republic guys. End of video.
We've watched this thing several times and still don't know what it means. The lyrics are no help. We got nothing. So this week, we're turning to you, our valuable and canny readers: what the heck's going on here? Anyone who can supply a satisfactory answer will win a pretty good prize, although we haven't figured out what it'll be yet. Maybe a car or something like a small house.
So enjoy the tune, enjoy our captions, and please let us know your take on this very puzzling video event.
Steve Martin, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)6 mths ago
Everyone knows that Steve Martin is a great, great comedian, a fine actor and one hell of a writer. But how many know that Mr. Martin is also quite a musician, and a banjo player of considerable skill?
We here at Framed knew, of course, since we're highly (if randomly and seemingly arbitrarily) paid observers of the modern culture. It's our job to know stuff like this.
Martin says he got interested in the banjo when he was 17, and learned to play it with help from John McEuen of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, who later served as Martin's back-up band on his 1978 hit novelty tune, "King Tut." To underscore his love of the instrument, in 2010 Martin created the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass, which includes a $50,000 cash prize.
Our video this week is "Jubilation Day," a catchy and humorous bluegrass tune performed by Steve and the Steep Canyon Rangers. It appears on his2011 LP, Rare Bird Alert , which also features titles like "Go Away, Stop, Turn Around, Come Back," and "Atheists Don't Have No Songs."
Hoobastank, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)6 mths ago
Good day to you, readers, and thanks for looking in. Framed is the only blog that entertains you at every level of your consciousness, so you've made a good choice.
This week our video feature is courtesy of Hoobastank, the great SoCal combo that took the world by storm about a decade ago with their big hit, "The Reason." We'll examine the video and make many germane, if oblique, comments through our captions, all of which are copyright protected.
The song seems to be about regret -- we invite you to check out lyricinterpretations.com -- but the video is about a carefully-staged heist of a valuable gem. It's like a mini Ocean's Eleven. In the vid, the band fakes an accident, drawing a crowd and allowing them to pull off their chicanery.
We were also going to tell you how the band got its name, but, once we heard the story, we thought it was kind of boring. Instead, we ask you to enjoy the video and our captions, and invite you to tune into Framed again next week.
1 -- Sleeping during Hoobastank videos is not only acceptable, it's unavoidable.
Marc Anthony, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)7 mths ago
We're excited -- that's our default state, by the way -- that this week's special guest artist is the great pop/salsa singer, Marc Anthony. Readers may best know Marc as J-Lo's ex-husband, but, of course, he's a star in his own right, having scored three Top 10 LPs in the U.S. over his several-decades-long career.
The video we're featuring is "Vivir Mi Vida," a new Vevo premier that's picked up over six million views in a week. The title translates into English as "Live My Life," and the lyrics are about living and enjoying life; laughing and dancing instead of crying and suffering.
Good advice, to be sure, readers! The video's in black and white, so we asked Marc to comment, in caption form, on the artistic values involved in that choice.
He graciously agreed, but we think he may have misunderstood us. That happens to us a lot. But, since we're on a tight deadline, we'll go with what he gave us, and hope it all goes well.
See you next week, readers! With a whole new Framed !
1 -- "Like many singers, I've often wondered what life would be like if it the world was bereft of color. A world of grays and whites and blacks."
Katy Perry, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)7 mths ago
Hola, readers, and welcome back to Framed , the world's only music video/humor blog that is, on occasion, bilingual.
¡Muy bueno!
This week we're bringing back demure superstar songstress Katy Perry, whose new video, "Roar," is gathering scads of views. It's already passed 60 million on Vevo as of this writing, and most of those viewers had to sit through a Grand Theft Auto ad just to see it!
Oh, Vevo, you darn capitalists, you!
The song seems to be about a gal who will no longer turn the other cheek, and the video pretty much depicts Katy as Sheena, Queen of the Jungle. It's a rocker, let there be no doubt. So please take our good advice and enjoy the vid, as well as the splendid captions we've written, and return here in one week for even more music video shenanigans!
¡Hasta luego!
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3 -- Katy often uses an ugly man in drag as a stunt double!
4 -- This video is a crock! Do you get it, readers?
5 -- "I am the handsome prince! Now where's that demure songstress?"
Lorde, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)7 mths ago
Hi, readers! Let's talk about Lorde, aka Ella Yelich-O'Connor, and this week's guest artist in Framed .
Ella hails from New Zealand, an island nation on the other side of the world. We learn from her bio that she was spotted at the age of 12 by A&R scout Scott Maclachlan... and we're not here to ask a lot of questions, but, hmm. In any case, she was signed to a label and "began working with songwriters" when she was 14.
Lorde is now 16, by the way. We know you're dying to know about her stage name -- hell, so were we!-- so here's what she's said:
"When I was trying to come up with a stage name, I thought 'Lord' was super rad, but really masculine — ever since I was a little kid, I have been really into royals and aristocracy. So to make Lord more feminine, I just put an 'e' on the end! Some people think it's religious, but it's not."
OK, Lorde. Er, good explanation.
Speaking of super rad, our video this week is, of course, Lorde's very catchy "Royals." The tune, in which she sings of her station in life, has already hit #1 on the U.S. Alt Rock charts. We have no doubt you'll like it, too, so sit, click, and read on.
The Plimsouls, FramedJohn Kordosh at Framed (NEW)8 mths ago
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, a group called the Plimsouls was wowing Los Angeles crowds. The band was formed by Peter Case, formerly of the Nerves, and played the "New Wave" music that was becoming the thing in the U.S. and U.K.
Although quite popular on the L.A. club scene, and signed to a major label, the Plimsouls -- a British term for sneakers, by the way -- couldn't quite break through on a national level. They released only two LPs and three singles during their heyday, two of the latter being "A Million Miles Away," this week's video.
The song appeared in the 1983 movie Valley Girl and became their biggest hit. So much so that it was released as a single twice, on two different labels. And even though it was a terrific song, it wasn't quite enough.
We hope you'll enjoy this stroll through the past as well as our always-amusing captions, and we hope you'll join us again next week for whatever the heck it is we do.
1 -- The people of the 1980s liked easy-to-understand romantic dramas, cigarettes.
2 -- Maybe now they'd meet Peter Case's twin brother, Justin.
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Wouldn't it be great, readers, to excel at several important activities at the same time? Like, say, acting and singing. Or writing captions and drinking beer.
Wouldn't that be great ?
This week we're very pleased to welcome Anna Kendrick to Framed . Anna is the super-talented Academy Award-winning actress who's appeared in Rocket Science , Up in the Air , the Twilight saga, and many, many more.
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You're sure to be a better person after watching the vid and reading our captions, which, as always, are right down there below. We'll be back next week to, once again, amuse and amaze.
1 -- "Why, if these box office receipts reflect reality, the Twilight franchise is quite lucrative !"
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Greetings from the Ohio Christmas Tree Association! For those who purchased a REAL tree this past holiday season, on behalf of the Ohio Christmas tree growers, I THANK YOU!
I want to take a moment to discuss with you some of the benefits of a real tree. First, the trees sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, a good thing when it relates to global warming. Second, it produces oxygen by the way of photosynthesis and releases in into the atmosphere, which is one for our side. Third, it provides shelter (i.e.: nesting sites) for birds like robins and mourning doves. In the winter, rabbits love the trees for shelter (cover). Fourth, it provides cover to slow soil erosion on our lands. Finally, it provides income, here in the United States for the people that work in the industry; the Christmas tree industry is a billion dollar business. On average for every tree harvested, we plant two trees. Why two trees? Not all trees planted make it to harvest.
When people buy an artificial tree (sometimes referred to as an oversize toilet brush) we need to consider what is going on behind the scenes. First, it was manufactured overseas; there goes jobs. Second, it is plastic, so there is more crude oil consumption, which is in short supply. Third, no environmental benefits are derived.
Here it is early March the trees are on order, and we are waiting for things to thaw and dry up. In Ohio the month of April is tree planting season, sometimes it goes into early May. Also, this is when the trees are fertilized if they require fertilizer. You might wonder what a tree farmer does in January, February and early March. The answer is things like cutting or removing stumps, soil sampling, and finish shearing (pruning) the firs to mention a few. This winter has been tough because of the snow cover and low temperatures. It hasn't been much fun working outside.
Bill Cackler
Ohio Christmas Tree Association
The New Face of the OCTA Online
Welcome to the new Ohio Christmas Tree Association website! We're glad you stopped by. Whether you're looking for a farm to make a part of your family Christmas tradition, or trying to learn about the various species of tree sold at nearby farms, or if you're looking for the reliable information on how to care for your fresh Christmas tree, you've come to the right place.
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Are you a farm or business looking to purchase wholesale trees or other Christmas retail supplies? Find the information you need on our wholesalers page.
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If you want suggestions on selecting the best tree for your home this Christmas, check out our tips on choosing your perfect tree.
Find out more about the many tree species available at various farms in your region here. Be sure to call ahead to find out what tree varieties are available at the farm of your destination, as different farms have different offerings.
Proper Tree Care
If you need advice on how to care for that fresh-cut tree check out the tree care article on the best ways to keep your tree fresh.
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Check back soon for our "Friends of the OCTA" photo page to submit your Family's Christmas tree photo. If you're an Ohio Christmas Tree Association member, be sure to check out our OCTA Members section coming soon!
Merry Christmas!
We, at the OCTA hope you and your family have a blessed and safe Holiday season.
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There are still a few items for sale from the Cackler auction. Items include: Dyno Digger, Stihl BT106 1 person auger, 2000 tree pots (4"x14" deep), 1000 tree cells with collars (2.5"x10" deep), and tree planter (1 seat, category 1 hitch). If interested contact Bill Cackler at 740-524-5311
A Merry Thank You!
To Bolt Construction
The Ohio Christmas Tree Association would like to its heart-felt gratitude to Bolt Construction whose $5000 donation to the Ohio Christmas Tree Association will help fund "Operation Evergreen" in sending Christmas trees and merry tidings to our troops over seas.
To Hudler Tree Farm
We would also like to extend a huge thank you to Hudler Treefarm in West Jefferson, North Carolina for their generous donation of a $1500 certificate, auctioned off at the OCTA Summer Meeting. Funds raised will also go to support "Operation Evergreen."
Thanks to both of these generous supporters. To learn how you can help the OCTA in supporting our troops contact us at 740-828-3331.
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Bloggingcanadians.ca was a non-partisan aggregator of Canadian political blogs. It aggregated blog posts from hundreds of blogs rss feeds into federal political party allegiance.
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Opinion: Negative effects
Kori Wilson: Race-based admissions unproductive at university level
Published: Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Updated: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 19:07
When the Supreme Court upheld the use of race-conscious admissions at universities in Grutter v. Bollinger in 2003, Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's majority opinion was based on the assumption that a diverse student body produced educational benefits.
For the first time since this monumental decision, the Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge to affirmative action practice at the University of Texas.
Although affirmative action at institutions of higher education may have good intentions, there are adverse effects that outweigh the presumed benefits. With any luck, the Supreme Court will repeal the permissibility of race-based university admissions.
According to Clint Bolick, director of the Goldwater Institute, "Affirmative action programs that leap-frog less-qualified minorities over more-qualified non-minorities sweep those systemic problems under the carpet. As such, race-based affirmative action programs perpetuate fraud upon the very groups they are designed to help."
The heart of educational inequality in the U.S. lies at the K-12 levels of schooling and cannot be miraculously solved by admittance at the university level.
The NAACP cites that a high percentage of African-American students attended schools classified as "low Advanced Placement" relative to all other racial groups. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, both white and Asian-American students were at least twice as likely to take classes considered academically rigorous than African-American and Hispanic students.
Less than 10 percent of African-American or Hispanic students participated in courses deemed demanding and challenging in 2009.
Analyses by the Center in 2009 and 2011 show that African-American and Hispanic students lagged behind white students by an average of more than 20 test-score points in math and reading assessments in fourth and eighth grade — a difference of about two grade levels. Statistics were similarly telling for graduation rates, with white and Asian students leading African American and Hispanic students by more than 20 percent.
It is reasonable to infer that socioeconomic factors drive achievement disparity. It is clear that there are inherent issues within the American primary and secondary education systems that lead to inequalities at the developmental levels, reducing the pool of minority college applicants and significantly hindering many minorities that do enter higher education.
The Pell Institute and Education Sector think tanks have found national higher education graduation rates to be stagnant. These static rates, compounded by graduation rate gaps between racial groups, reflect the theory that universities are more focused on achieving diversity than undergraduate success for minorities.
Although educational benefits are the cornerstone to the legality of race-based admissions in universities, the concept of diversity can be defined in more ways than one. Should diversity be concerned solely with race? Does the color of a person's skin determine his or her unique contribution to the student body?
If universities are looking for a good measure of diversity in the student body, it would be less preposterous to have socioeconomic-based admissions, rather than relying on race and further perpetuating outdated stigmas.
What does affirmative action mean for major universities?
Under the Supreme Court's ruling, Texas A&M has the ability to consider race in its admissions process, opening the possibility for racial minorities to edge out non-minority, but equally-qualified applicants and further limiting the chance of admission for severely underprivileged, non-minority applicants. The 'Top 10 Percent' admission rule is effectively an automatic race-based admissions process, considering actual academic performance on a mutually exclusive scale, rather than a relative one. 10 percent is 10 percent, but not all graduating classes are created equally.
Race-conscious admissions at A&M serve as nothing more than a public relations agenda, placing any improvement of the University's overall performance and future achievement in the background.
Race-based decisions could be effective at the primary levels of education, but affirmative action at the University level is counterproductive, focusing the institution's efforts on non-qualitative diversity rather than tangible achievement.
Kori Wilson is a senior finance major.
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