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The FIU PhysTEC project is building a focused teacher preparation program while improving physics instruction for all and developing inquiry teaching by faculty. The goals of the FIU PhysTEC Project are to:
· Increase the number of well-prepared physics teachers in South Florida, which has a large Hispanic population.
· Promote inquiry-based learning in physics courses at FIU.
· Expand the long-term collaboration between Physics, Education, and local school districts to include more faculty, teachers, and departments.
· Measure the impact of our PhysTEC project.
· Create a model for sustainable reform in science and math teacher education.
Our goal is to graduate three physics teachers per year within the first three years, increasing to five teachers per year within five years, which is certainly attainable given our experiences and the success of other PhysTEC sites. A longer-term goal is to increase the numbers of under-represented minorities in the sciences by providing excellent teacher role models. This modest investment in our project will initiate lasting teacher preparation and curricular reforms at FIU.
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- As a result of the success of the physics LA program, Chemistry and Earth Science are designing LA programs to implement in Fall 2010. Mathematics is revising their LA program to include reformed curriculum and weekly training. LAs from each department will take the introductory education seminar course.
- Chemistry, Earth Science, Mathematics, and Physics collaborated on an LA recruitment campaign and created a common LA application. The LA recruitment session had 100+ attendees (170% increase from Fall 09), and 100+ students have applied to be an LA in Fall 2010. The LA program has shown great success and is growing and spreading rapidly across math and science.
- New Science and Mathematics Secondary Education Programs were created in 2008/09 and were made available to students in Fall 2009. All programs are integrated, sharing design and appropriate courses, and are based on the Learning Assistant (LA) model (including recruiting and early field experiences). Students will receive science/math bachelor's degrees along with teacher credentials. Programs include Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Earth Sciences tracks within each discipline. State certification is expected to be complete in October 2010.
- Get Educators in Mathematics and Science (GEMS), the FIU Noyce project, began operation in January 2009. Seven LAs (3 physics and 4 mathematics) were awarded Noyce Fellowships in Fall 09.
- Each LA worked in a reformed lab or classroom setting for approximately 150 hours in the fall and spring semesters. LAs' work was centered on the students and their learning rather than in observation and/or grading. All LAs described their experiences as very satisfying.
- PhysTEC LAs and trained TAs run the reformed introductory physics I (mechanics) laboratory sequence. All sections of labs associated with traditional lectures operate with the reformed curricula (20 in the Fall, 14 in the Spring).
- PhysTEC LAs and trained TAs ran the pilot sections (4 in the Fall, 8 in the Spring) of the reformed introductory physics II (E&M/light) laboratory sequence. All sections of the physics II lab will be reformed in Fall 2010.
- We have collected and are analyzing data to better understand the impact of the Science Education Seminar on the pedagogical strategies implemented by the physics LAs in their LA sessions. We plan to present results at the AAPT Meeting / Physics Education Research Conference.
- The science and mathematics secondary teacher preparation programs, including the LA programs, are becoming hallmarks of FIU's efforts. This is evidenced by the multiple commitments (leadership collaborative, executive committee) to the Science and Mathematics Teacher Imperatiave (SMTI) project, strong support throughout the administration, and a drive by the foundation directorate for additional funding.


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The AAP has alleged "vendetta politics" by the Goa government after the party questioned Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar's move of reinstating his brother-in-law, who was suspended from GIDC for accepting bribe.
"On June 14, the Aam Aadmi Party had put the Chief Minister on notice regarding the reinstatement of his brother-in-law Ghanshyam Malvankar who was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh as Goa Industries Development Corporation field officer," party's Goa spokesman Rupesh Shinkre said in Panaji.
"AAP had questioned the transfer of ACB officials involved in the raid, and gave the CM a deadline of seven days to explain why the corrupt officer had not faced consequences of his action," he said.
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"Instead of an explanation, the AAP received a notice dated June 17 served by Bardez Block Development Officer, demanding our presence during a site inspection at a Porvorim building in which the party has rented a flat," Shinkre said.
He said the name of Aam Aadmi Party was mentioned two times in the notice even though the letter was in reference to an alleged illegal construction by Sushma Agni and Sheela Bandekar, and has no connection with the party or the flat which the AAP has rented.
"AAP rejects this desperate attempt by the BJP-led government to drag the party into an unrelated, alleged illegality which the party has nothing to do with," he said.
The party also said that the timing of the notice was an obvious knee-jerk reaction by Parsekar in response to AAP's strong stand against his support of his brother-in-law's corrupt ways.
In typical BJP style, instead of a dignified response to AAP's demand, the CM is misusing government machinery to intimidate the party by making fictitious connections of the party with some illegality done by someone else, he said.
We dare the state government to go ahead and demolish the illegal construction instead of trying to drag the AAP into a controversy we have nothing to do with, Shinkre said.
AAP also reiterates its seven-day deadline to Parsekar to either take immediate action on his corrupt brother-in-law or resign as CM himself, he said.
The AAP spokesman added that the deadline ends tomorrow and the CM should be prepared to accept the consequences of his blatant support to corruption.
Parsekar could not be reached for comments.

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A small collection of road signs from our trip in Northern India. You can never be bored while cycling there!Continue Reading
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18AugLadakh, but different…
To get to the magical Zanskar valley one must travel through a part of Jammu and Kashmir state that is far from what we knew from Ladakh. After we got closer to the town of Kargil suddenly we entered a Muslim territory. White stupas and Buddhist temples gave place to mosques and pictures of Shia […]Continue Reading
13AugLeh to Kargil
We left Leh behind and finally started our way towards Zanskar. To get there, we had to cover over 450 kilometres. We have decided to take our time and go really slowly – visiting small villages on the way and enjoying the road. Most of the road from Leh to Kargil goes along the mighty […]Continue Reading
08AugMani stones
Since there is not much going on on our website at the moment, we would like to present a small gallery of the pictures taken on the way to and in the Zanskar Valley. We passed piles of "mani stones" – pieces of rock with mantras and deities carved in them everywhere we went. They […]Continue Reading
12JulNubra Valley
We spent quite a while in Leh, mostly recovering after 5 weeks of intense cycling and after days in bed we needed a new adventure. We decided to visit Nubra Valley – famous of its proximity to Pakistan and high passes that one needs to climb to get there. To reach Khardung La from […]Continue Reading


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Episode 1 – 6.30.17
"Edge Essentials," hosted by our Music Manager James Kendall, is a show dedicated to delivering the best music KRUA has to offer directly to your ear-holes.
In the first episode, James explains the format for the show and jumps right into the tunes! He also reviews two albums: Volcano by Temples and City of No Reply by Amber Coffman.
Listen to the whole show below!
Checkout our Spotify playlist below for all the show's tracks in one convenient playlist!
Track list:
Classic Rotation
"Plumage" – Menomena
"Grounds For Divorce" – Wolf Parade
"Feel The Love" – Cut Copy
"San Francisco" – Foxygen
Recent Spotlight
"Ti Amo" – Phoenix
"This World Is Empty (Without You)" – The Raveonettes – Our review of their latest album, 2016 Atomized
"Born Into The Sunset" – Temples
"Witness (feat. Mavis Staples)" – Benjamin Booker
"Dark Night" – Amber Coffman
"Sleeping Powder" – Gorillaz
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"Call It Dreaming" – Iron & Wine
"Creature Comfort" – Arcade Fire
"Halfway Home" – Broken Social Scene
"The System Only Dreams In Total Darkness" – The National
"Pearly Gates" – Kevin Morby
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"Homage To Patagonia" – Lemon Jelly
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Nzo Shorts review from Bikepacking.com
Posted on October 29, 2015 by Gary Sullivan
Here is a review of our key products from a website that focuses on bikepacking, hence its name: bikepacking.com
Review and photos from Logan Watts, Scuffers tested by Gin.
NZOs are a product of New Zealand and a favorite of expedition savvy bikepacker, Joe Cruz. We reviewed the Dobies, Sifters and Women's Scuffers.
Nzo is a mountain bike apparel company based out of Rotorua, New Zealand. They've been making shorts for the better part of 15 years, and some say they've perfected the art. I first saw a pair of Nzo's shorts on the Kokopelli Trail. As it turns out they were Joe's second pair over the course of 12 years.
Finding the perfect pair of bikepacking shorts has been a goal for sometime, for both long trips and overnighters alike; I had to give Nzo shorts a try. Here are thoughts on each:
Nzo Dobies
Characterized by their geometric construction, an elastic waist, and a minimal bit of padding sewn into place, Dobies are the comfortable classic of the Nzo lineup. Think function over form. Even though they look pretty good, they're all about comfort and performance. The elastic waist band, complete with drawstring, isn't seen much on contemporary riding shorts, but it works in a retro-progressive kind of way. No more worn out velcro straps popping loose or flapping about. The centre section and back are made of 'Nzonium', a stretch knit fabric developed by Nzo. The side panels are made of 'NzoFlex', a quick dry blend of nylon and polyester, which is strong and light, but still a little stretchy.
Designed with versatility in mind, Dobies can be worn over a chamois under layer, with an underlayer, or commando style. Instead of installing a permanent thick chamois layer, Nzo chose to outfit these shorts with a minimal sewn in fleece layer to add just a bit of forgiveness.
Dobies have a few other great features, including 'perfect' pockets. They aren't too deep allowing items flap about in the deep recesses, yet not too shallow. There are also two thigh pockets with perforated interior fabric that double as air vents.
When I asked Joe Cruz about his, here is what he had to say, verbatim:
Oh, man, the NZO Dobies. I love those shorts. The fit and look are great, they're ridiculously comfortable with their thin pad worn "commando" style, and they are basically indestructible. I've bought exactly two pairs in my life. I got the first in 2003 and wore them on countless day rides and dozens of trips. Alongside a pair of lycra race bibs, they were the only shorts I had for the 11 months I spent in Asia and were my mainstay for warm weather. By 2010 they were just starting to show some age, so I got a new pair. That second pair has been to Nepal, Southeast Asia, the length of South America and through South Africa. I still reach for them nowadays and I can't say they look much worn at all. Crazy.
Dobies are a ridiculously comfy riding short with superior durability. They range in sizes from small to 3X-large More at NZOactive.com.
Joe out on a salt lake in Bolivia, wearing his Nzo Dobies.
Nzo Sifters
Sifters are Nzo's 'trail' shorts. These shorts are designed to be worn when you're slaying single track, but would be equally at home in the local taproom. In fact, they're pretty much the ideal short for a minimalist month long dirt odyssey. Made with a similar geometric construction to the Dobies, Sifters have more of a casual appearance. They also add contemporary systems such as a front zipper and velcro tightening. They are extremely comfortable, and built for motion and durability. Honestly, I have never had a pair of shorts that fit better. They move, stretch and flex in all the right places, with burly enough attachments to keep them in place. There is no sag in the gusset to hang on the saddle nose. The velcro tightening system is sturdy and the straps don't twist or pop off. The front is reinforced with a heavy duty double button closure that has no chance of popping, even in the "fluffier" winter months.
Having searched for a good pair of shorts to replace my (another brand was mentioned here), I am extremely impressed with these and am planning on riding them for many miles on upcoming trips. Sifters are available in sizes extra-small to double extra-large. More at NZOactive.com.
Nzo Scuffers (women's)
Scuffers are essentially a women's version of the Sifters. Ironically, Gin took a nice 'scuffer' down hill on the Warrior Creek trails, just before this photoshoot. The main differences in the Scuffers and Sifters, aside from the cut, is that the Scuffers have a little color variation with blue zips as well as a single thigh pocket. To sum them up, a quote from Gin, "Finally, a pair of shorts that fit!"
On that note, Gin did find that ordering the shorts was a little bit of a gamble in the size department. NZO shorts are not sized gender-specifically, so relying on her standard "medium" fit didn't cut it. The sizing chart was a little confusing too. Neither of us has quite figured out where exactly our waists reside. In short, Ginny opted for the small size, although her measurements had her somewhere between the small and medium. Good choice…they fit perfectly. Scuffers are available in Black or Carbon in sizes small to extra-large. More at NZOactive.com.
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Quotables #1: On Love and Growing Up
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Netflix is developing and producing a new live action drama series based on The Witcher.
The series is based on the books from Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, but it's not much of a stretch to think that the success of CD Projekt Red's Witcher games, which collectively have sold more than 25 million copies since 2007, were a factor in the show getting greenlit.
"I'm thrilled that Netflix will be doing an adaptation of my stories, staying true to the source material and the themes that I have spent over thirty years writing," said Sapkowski, who will serve as a creative consultant on the series.
"I'm excited about our efforts together, as well as the team assembled to shepherd these characters to life."
The series is being executive produced by the Sean Daniel Company (The Mummy franchise, Ben-Hur, The Expanse).
"The Witcher stories follow an unconventional family that comes together to fight for truth in a dangerous world," said Sean Daniel.
"The characters are original, funny and constantly surprising."
Polish production and visual effects company Platige Image will assist in the creation of The Witcher show.
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How's that for an oxymoron? Tofu disguised as chicken in a Southern favorite, deep-fried tofu with dairy, everything encased in an airy bun. It's a sandwich that may put off Southern purists, vegans, and health fanatics but it's one that tastes quite good. I didn't think of the idea, only riffing from a sandwich created by chef Lee Gregory at The Roosevelt in Richmond, Virginia.
Chicken-fried steak is an old timey Southern dish that involves a cubed beef steak coated and shallow or deep-fried like chicken. Wanting a vegetarian sandwich on his menu, Lee developed this meatless take on chicken-fried steak. I've been making a lot of pimento cheese and read about
using the spread for sandwiches.
You can see where I'm going here: What if you combined the two in a sandwich with sliced dill pickle? Well, it works deliciously well. A bit salty, rich, crisp and tangy. It tastes kind of bad but in a healthy, good way.
To arrive at this recipe, I checked out two insightful books: Robb Walsh's Texas Eats and the Southern Foodways Alliance Community Cookbook. I decided on a simple approach of marinating slabs of tofu in buttermilk, Korean ground chile (there's a current love affair in the South with Korean foodways) and salt. Then I coated the tofu in seasoned flour before quickly deep-frying it.
I tried it out with super-firm and extra-firm tofu. I liked the latter more for the tender insides but the coating didn't stay as crisp as with the super firm tofu, which has a heartier, slightly rubbery texture. The firmer the tofu, the better it is to grip onto the coating because of the the tofu's lower moisture content. That said, super-firm tofu is akin to overcooked chicken breast or pork loin.
Spread the Sriracha pimento cheese directly on the hot tofu if you want to melt the cheese a bit. Otherwise, spread it on the bread. I added extra Sriracha to give a spicy hit to the sandwich.
Chicken fried steak goes by CFS in the South. I suppose this would be CFTS. It's a fun sandwich to
make, especially if you have lots of Sriracha pimento cheese around like I do these days.
Chicken-Fried Tofu and Sriracha Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
Yield 3 or 4 sandwiches
You can reuse the buttermilk for another batch of tofu or maybe marinating catfish destined for a fish fry. Don't want to deep-fry? Then just pan-fry the tofu; don't marinate it, just salt and pepper it. If you need an assist on buying and frying tofu, see this post.
- 16 to 20 ounces (450 to 565 g) extra-firm or super-firm tofu
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Korean ground chile pepper (gochugaru), or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 1/2 teaspoons plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or regular rice flour
- Canola oil for deep-frying
- 4 hamburger buns or ciabatta rolls
- Mayonnaise, optional
- Sriracha chile sauce (optional)
- Sriracha Pimento Cheese
- 2 dill pickles, slices
- Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) slabs. Set on a dry dish towel or several layers of paper towel to drain for 10 to 15 minutes. Blot away excess moisture then set aside briefly.
- In a small glass container or zip-top plastic bag, combine the buttermilk with the ground chile and 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt. Add the tofu and turn to coat well. Refrigerate for 2 hours or as long as 24 hours. Return to room temperature before frying.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt with the black pepper and flour. Lift the tofu from the buttermilk then coat well in the flour. Pat the tofu to ensure the flour sticks. Set aside on a plate to let the flour and buttermilk turn into a batter of sorts. The tofu will darken a bit.
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet or deep frying pan to just above 350F. Meanwhile, toast the buns or rolls. In batches, deep-fry the tofu for about 2 minutes, turning midway, until crisp and rich golden-brown like autumn leaves. Drain briefly on a rack.
- To assemble sandwiches, spread mayonnaise (and/or pimento cheese) on the bottom portion of the bread. Squirt or drizzle on some Sriracha, if you like. Add the pickle, tofu (If needed, cut the tofu so it fits into the bread). Spread the pimento cheese on the warm tofu or on the top portion of bread. Close and eat.
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Related posts:
- Sriracha Pimento Cheese
- Sriracha round-up (links to homemade sriracha, sriracha taste offs, etc.)
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Stereo-Diableries (19th Century)
Check out more of these amazing Stereo-Diableries, and learn more about them, at World of Stereoviews and the Early Visual Media website. There is also a great, lavishly illustrated (but, sadly, out-of-print and difficult to come by) book on the topic: Diableries: La Vie Quotidienne Chez Satan a la Fin du 19th Siecle.
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Magical Dragons
Today I'm going to share with you a card I made using my My Favorite Things Magical Dragons clear stamp set, as promised. I love this new stamp set. There are so many things you can do with these big and little dragons. I chose the stamp that had the flying dragon and his large puff of smoke. I think it would have been super cute with a birthday cake image for a birthday card but I stuck to making a shaker card so I wanted to leave plenty of room on the front so the sequins would show through. I didn't want too many images taking away from the shimmer in the background.
I stamped out quite a few images on my 110lb white cardstock. You can see all the dragon images, a princess and prince image as well. There is a cute baby dragon that they have and a few different poses for the larger dragon which I intend to use at a later time. The elephants are from a different stamp set and hopefully a card I will be making in the near future! I find that it's a lot of fun just stamping out a bunch of images and coloring them in all at once.
For the dragon I used in this card I used the following Copic markers:
Greens - G14 G05& G02
Yellow - Y08 & Y00
For the pink I used R20 & R2
Cloud: C00
White Gel Pen - Sakura White Gel Roller
Spectrum Noir glitter brush pen
After coloring almost an entire sheet, I place my paper on my PixScan mat by Silhouette. I uploaded my image and traced around each image I wanted to cut. I then used the Offset option to create a white border around my image and then deleted the original trace image. I'm no pro with the Silhouette so this probably took me longer than it would for some others. I do love the offset option though because it leaves the white border as if you cut it out with a die. Using the mat I was able to cut all the images below in one single cut. While the Silhouette Cameo worked it's magic cutting out all my colored images, I was able to cut and prep my background, papers and borders.
I used the My Favorite things die set that has the Stitched Squares. Although I didn't use the part with the adorable stitched squares, I did use the negative part. I think it looks like a picture frame or a polaroid picture. Side note, I love that this die set can be used in so many different ways. I cut the largest square out and used the negative for the outside border of my card. Then I continued cutting one after another inside each other and I not only got the four stitched border frames, but I also got the negative frames which to me look like the edge of a postage stamp. :) WOOHOO!
So after cutting out my background piece I used my distress inks Stormy Sky, Chipped Sapphire and Weathered Wood to create a night sky look and then I flicked some water onto the distress ink using a paintbrush to get the water color effect.
I adhered a piece of acetate onto the front panel with the border, and then used the X Press It mounting tape to create my shaker border. I love how thick this tape is. I don't feel I have to double it up or anything, it gives plenty of space for the shaker goodies. I then filled my shaker area with a bunch of sequins. I used some from Recollections and a few that I had bought at the Scrapbook Expo. I adhered the background to the project and then used my tape runner to adhere the entire project to my folding card.
I colored in the birthday greeting with Stamping Up' markers Brilliant Blue for the words "Here's A" and "Flyby" and I used Only Orange for the word Birthday so it stood out more.
Last but not least, I attached my dragon and his puff of smoke to the outside of the card and I was done! :)
Incase you're wondering what is in this dragon stamp set here is a quick list of the images included with the set. There are four dragons. One dragon is flying, one is sitting down with its arm outstretched, one is sitting with a confused look and then there is an adorable baby dragon as well. There are three puffs of smoke or clouds, there is one little knight and one little princess. The sayings are super clever and cute. They are "Here's aBIRTHDAY flyby," "Get well soon," You're on FIR!E!," "I'd slay a dragon for you, ""You SLAY me," "You make my life MAGICAL," and last "I heard you were DRAGON."
Hope you have a wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by and check out the MFTStamps.com website! :)


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Portal 2 Wheatley LED Flashlight
He might be a bit dim, but this flashlight is not.
- Wheatley Replica Personality Core
- Officially Licensed Collectible
- Handy for escaping darkened testing facilities
"He's not just a regular moron. He's the product of the greatest minds of a generation working together with the express purpose of building the dumbest moron who ever lived." ~ GLaDOS
Well that's hardly fair, is it? Okay perhaps it is. Frankenturrets anyone?
While Wheatley might not have been the brightest personality core in the bunch, this collectible flashlight sure is. This mighty mini is finely detailed, with movable handles. On top of the core is a button and when you press it, Wheatley's blue eye comes to life and lights your way.
Just like the real Wheatley, this flashlight will come in handy as you try escape a darkened testing facility. Of course, you'll want to be sure to have him firmly in hand should you pass by the Central AI Chamber. We really don't need him taking over the Enrichment Center again, do we?
The Wheatley Flashlight is an officially licensed Portal 2 collectible.
Product Specifications
- Wheatley may be a bit dim, but his flashlight is bright!
- Officially licensed Portal 2 Collectible
- Finely detailed design with movable handles
- Press the button and Wheatley's blue eye will light your path
- Comes with chain and metal clip for attaching to keys, bag, or backpack
- Requires 3 LR44 batteries (included)


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Filled Health Promotion Graduate Assistant-Lifestyles Center
Job Description
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Toilet Talk
- Organize and lead weekly Toilet Talk committee meetings;
- Research, type, edit, photocopy and coordinate the dissemination of Toilet Talk;
- Develop a list of student volunteers to post the issues each week;
- Post the weekly Toilet Talk issue online each week.
- Manage student volunteers and sign documentation
- Lifestyles Center Blog
- Organize and lead weekly blog committee meetings;
- Post to the blog once per day (or pre-schedule)
- Monday: (mostly) photo recap of weekend events, plus "Mastering Monday" (Read This, Watch This, Do This)
- Tuesday: Recipe of the week
- Wednesday: Article connecting to topic for class and Toilet Talk
- Thursday: Survivor Series article
- Friday: Weekend Preview
- Social media promotion (Lifestyles Center related events, including but not limited to: Open Mic, Outreach, Blog, Toilet Talk, special events)
- Web Media – Regular Maintenance of web content through the completion of the following:
- Facebook (www.facebook.com/lifestylescenter)
- Create Facebook events for Lifestyles Center events,
- Communicate with Graphic Artist/ Peer Educators to gather photos that can be updated to our Facebook page as needed.
- Update status approximately once per day when college is in session. Statuses should mirror daily blog posts, The Lifestyles Center events and other campus events. (Use social media guidelines).
- Post Open Mic schedule at the beginning of each semester. (via Graphic Artist)
- Twitter (@LSC_Oswego)
- Update with links to interesting Facebook/web content weekly (includes Toilet Talk updates, event updates, etc.)
- Retweet pertinent health info/tweets 5-10x weekly
- Retweet positive @LSC_Oswego mentions daily
- Respond to @LSC_Mentions daily
- Marketing Materials
- Materials will be shared with you via Google Drive from the Graphic Artist. The featured images will be need to be uploaded with corresponding events via Facebook.
- Messaging must be grammatically correct. If unsure about messaging/content, please see supervisor.
- Assist with presentation of programs if/when needed;
- Attend bi-weekly Lifestyles Center staff meetings;
- Attend weekly supervision meetings;
- Check phone messages and mailbox daily;
- Update weekly schedule in Google calendar.
- Objectives
- Coordinate all social marketing/social media efforts for the Lifestyles Center.
- Create blog articles each day (M-F, when classes are in session)
- Create Toilet Talk issues each week (Thursdays, when classes are in session)
III. Supervisory Relationship
The Graduate Assistant reports and is responsible to the Health Promotion Coordinator, Lifestyles Center.
- Functional Relationships
Cooperative and effective functional relationships should be developed and maintained with other department members within the Division of Student Affairs, academic departments and other college offices as appropriate to the functions and responsibilities to the tasks and assignments at hand. Inclusion of student leaders and members within SA, SA recognized organizations as well as registered clubs and organizations through Campus Life will be necessary to increase campus awareness and involvement.
- Criteria for Evaluation
The supervisor and the holder of this position will discuss subjectively the extent to which departmental objectives and the components of this Performance Program have been adhered to and achieved at the mid-point and end of each semester. The evaluation reviews will help in determining the willingness and appropriateness of continuing the holder of this position for following semesters.
Consideration will be given to such things as success in carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities, productivity, relationships with subordinates and colleagues, dependability, timeliness, initiative, adaptability and communications. Direct observation of performance by the supervisor, self-report and input from colleagues who have direct contact with the employee will be considered in determining whether the performance has been satisfactory or unsatisfactory.


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Industrial Cleaning Prior Lake MN
Many people struggle to understand what janitorial services do for residential and commercial customers, but it is actually very easy to explain. These services can actually offer a whole range of different things to customers, with most of the work that is done actually depending on the needs and wants of the customer. Some homeowners use these service providers to keep their windows clean, whereas others use them to keep their floors polished, whereas others may use them for a full range of maintenance services. The most extreme packages include full building maintenance, where the external janitorial team will take steps to ensure that they are completely on top of all of the maintenance needs at that property, including monitoring and anticipating future risks which may occur.
That is why we do and offer Industrial Cleaning in Prior Lake MN area!
Janitorial Services also take the time to arrange a schedule that fits in with the needs of the customer. Sometimes they are required to attend every single day, and sometimes they are only required to attend a few times per month. These service providers are also flexible about what time they will attend during the day (or night).
This flexibility can help to make them even more appealing to customers, who may want to get services early in the morning, later in the evening, or even during the night, when no one will be around to inhibit the performance of the janitors.
Janitorial Services - Commercial & Residential ServicesWhen you have a large business and want to ensure that it remains clean, it makes sense to choose a janitorial service as a way to keep your offices and business premises clean. Many owners want to keep their business premises clean while remaining want to be mindful of the costs. Some companies hire a janitorial staff that cleans the building regularly.However, small businesses may not have enough work to justify employing a janitor or a team of janitors. The cost of their hourly salary, as well as benefits can be too much for a small organisation. Large companies also may not want to hire full time janitors also because of the oversight problems.They may also believe that it may be more cost effective to hire those individuals who specialize in janitorial services. Then they may want to contract with a janitorial company who can provide the office with the required level and quality of services. You may want to choose a janitorial service that can provide you with a proper level of service. So whether you only need someone once a week or several times a day, the company should be amenable to your desires.Most janitorial companies will ask you what your desires are and based on your unique needs will then quote you a price. Most people who use janitorial services want their offices cleaned. This usually includes taking out the trash, vacuuming, dusting, wiping down counters and sweeping.If there are high traffic areas the custodian may need to clean these areas more regularly. If you would like more services, then you usually have to specify this. Other tasks they offer may include shampooing the carpet, changing light fixers or other services. These may cost extra and may not be included in the contract.There are thousands of janitorial services out there to choose from so make sure you choose one who can maintain the professional image of your business or firm. The company should employ individuals who have passed a background check and are eligible to work.Depending on your industry, you may also want to employ individuals who wear a daily uniform or dress professionally each day. You will also want to make sure that the company has all the proper insurance papers to insure the company is protected in the case of an emergency. The company should regularly train their employees in terms of professionalism and safety standards. All employees should wear proper equipment to insure that there is not a hazard. They should be trained to react in the case of an emergency.If you work with a company, they should have a point person that you can call at any time, who can address of your concerns or requests. You should also maintain an open relationship with the workers themselves just in case you have to ask them questions directly. If you have a business, why not consider janitorial services. These services can insure that your company maintains a certain level of professionalism in today's business world.
Janitors are able to carry out work both inside and outside the property, so long as the property that they are attending to is owned or rented by the client. Being able to do both indoor and outdoor work means that they are able to provide a joined up service, to ensure that clients do not need to hire two separate teams of people. When janitors are hired for a package such as this, it is much easier for them to coordinate their efforts, so that the whole area meets your exacting standards.
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You've bought all your cleaning supplies and equipment, told everyone you know that you have started a cleaning business and now you are ready to start bidding on jobs and getting down to work. So your next step is to meet with potential clients and put together a bid for their cleaning services. But how do you know what to charge for cleaning your potential client's building?Start off by remembering that you are in business to make a profit and earn a living. Sometimes the tendency is to price our services low in order to get our foot in the door. Pricing your services too low may mean you will end up working for very little per hour. And more importantly, will have little left over to reinvest in the growth of your company. There are cleaning companies that charge more than others and have all the work they can handle and there are companies that have lower fees yet are struggling to find work! Don't sell yourself short or you will not be able to earn a living off your cleaning business.The rates for commercial cleaning vary widely depending upon the area you live. Hourly rates are anywhere from $15 to $40 per hour depending on the type of services that you provide, whether or not you're doing the work yourself, and your company's overhead and expenses. Monthly square footage rates could run anywhere from $.05 to $.20 per square foot depending on the type of building you are cleaning and the frequency of cleaning. You'll be able to bid a higher square footage price for medical facilities versus office buildings due to more specialized cleaning needs. You'll likely bid a lower square footage price for large buildings versus small buildings. For example, you may bid $.08 per square foot for a 50,000 square foot building versus $.12 per square foot for an 8,000 square foot building. You will most likely be charging your customers a monthly price and you will need to figure that price by estimating how long it will take to perform the services that your client has requested. The more productive you or your employees are, the higher the hourly production rate. If you're able to clean 3,500 square feet per hour, your profit will be higher than if you're only able to clean 2,500 square feet per hour, so adjust your price accordingly.It's also a good idea to find out what the "going rates" are in your area. A few phone calls to competitors may be necessary to get an idea of the basic charges in your area. Use a script when you call so you can compare apples to apples. So what do you say when you call? Try something like, "Hi, I have a small business office that I would like cleaned once a week. It is 3000 square feet and has two small restrooms. Can you give me a rough estimate of what you what you charge per month?" The person may or may not give you an estimate. Most contractors will insist on walking through the building, but it is worth a few phone calls so you have a ballpark figure on what cleaning companies in the area are charging.To estimate what you should charge for cleaning a building, start by doing a walk-through with the building owner or manager. Keep track of the following:* Frequency of cleaning (once a week, three times a week, five times a week). If frequency is one or two times per week, it's best to estimate your time and multiply by your hourly rate. If cleaning 3 or more times per week you can estimate your time by the square foot.* Overall square feet* Types of floor surfaces and square footage of each (carpet, vinyl flooring, ceramic tile)* Types of rooms - general office, break room, restrooms. Also note the number of toilets/stalls and fixtures in each restroom, as well as the types of restroom supplies used.* Any special considerations - heavy traffic areas, elevators, unusual requests, etc.* Make note of the specific services the client is seeking such as emptying trash, dusting, restroom cleaning, mopping and vacuuming.The following services are specialized services and you should bid them separately, and list a per-service charge on your bid:* Stripping and Waxing (.25¢ - .50¢ per square foot)* Buffing/Burnishing (.03¢ - .07¢ per square foot)* Machine Cleaning of Ceramic Tile floors (.12¢ - .21¢ per square foot)* Carpet Cleaning (.12¢ - .25¢ per square foot)* Carpet Spotting ($20 - $40 per hour)* Cleaning appliances (microwave, refrigerator) - $10 - $35 per appliance* Window Washing ($1.00 - $5.00 per pane)Make sure you take enough notes so you can put together a realistic price that is fair to the client and one in which you will make a profit. After your first meeting with the client, go back to your office look through your notes and decide what it will cost you to clean the building. You may have to consult a production cleaning rate chart to determine how long it will take you and your staff to clean the building. Once you have an idea of how long it will take to clean the building you can put your cost estimate together:* Estimate the time it will take by using a production cleaning rate chart or calculator. * Determine your labor cost for cleaning the building one time.* Determine your monthly labor cost to clean the building.* Estimate a monthly cost for supplies. This will be a fairly low figure, perhaps 1 or 2% of monthly sales.* Be sure to add in a profit margin!Add up the figures and you will come up with your monthly cost. If you have access to a bidding calculator you will be able to put in a series of numbers and come up with a price. A bidding calculator will also show what profit you can expect to make. It is also advisable to add a first time cleaning charge. This is usually an hourly rate of perhaps $20 - $25 an hour. The first time you go through a building it will take longer and you may find the previous cleaning service may have left dirt in cracks and crevices that you will have to clean the first time through.Once you have your price established, put your bid packet together. Your bid packet should specify what you are responsible for and what the client is responsible for (buying their own trash can liners, restrooms supplies, etc.). It should also include the monthly charge for cleaning services, how long the agreement is for, and the procedure to cancel the contract if either party is unhappy.It is important to learn how to price your cleaning services so your customers know you are providing a professional service at a realistic price and so that you make a profit. After all, if you do not make a profit you won't stay in business very long!
Janitorial Services - Commercial & Residential ServicesMany company owners, looking to save a few dollars, will attempt to tackle every one of the issues from the office on their own, such as the maintenance and cleaning. Exactly why pay anyone to do something that you can do yourself? Well, there are lots of answers to that query. All of them indicate the truth that even during a down economy it may be very reasonable and incredibly beneficial to use outsourcing for such things as a janitorial service along with other tasks not immediately associated with the running of one's business.Your Time And Energy is ValuableWhile you or someone on your own staff could carry out the workplace cleaning-scrubbing the lavatories, disposing of all of the trash, attempting to keep the windows and also break room clean-the fact is that your precious time is valuable which means the time of your workers is valuable for you when it comes to the things they can produce. You can generate a lot more profit working exclusively to enhance your company than you are able to by spending too much time attempting to keep up with the office cleanliness. You focus on being the very best and most effective for your kind of business and janitorial companies concentrate on being the very best and most effective in carrying out a janitorial service. They are able to get and keep your workplace thoroughly clean faster than you can, which usually helps you save cash in big picture. Outsourcing implies sticking with your specific specialty rather than spreading your own resources too thin. Both you and your team have the freedom to build up your product or service, your current relationships together with clients, etc rather than spending time with a stick sprucing up the tile grout! A Janitorial Service Understands the Cleaning Process Much BetterWhile you or your personnel might think you understand the easiest method to maintain and clean the office, a janitorial service specializes in this procedure having tested out the actual correct cleaning items and cleaning routines. It can save you yourself from worry, understanding that the specialists are currently taking good care of your facility. Additionally if you're unsatisfied with the level of quality of a particular service it's much simpler to locate a new service as compared to it could be to fire an in-house worker whose overall performance isn't living up to all your cleaning standards. Make Big Savings for Your Business TargetsWe've already proven that it doesn't make a lot of sense with regard to you carrying out the office cleaning on your own, but how about employing a number of full or part-time employees to deal with the janitorial service? Won't this result in costing you less over hiring out the actual facilities routine maintenance? The truth is, you'll be spending more cash on workers who offer you no substantial advantage of your primary business aims.With a janitorial service, you only pay for your office cleaning fees. Keeping your own personal janitors means spending money on health and retirement rewards, along with holiday as well as sick-pay time. Contracting out these requirements makes a lot more sense monetarily now as well as in the future.
Looking for a Quote For your Industrial Cleaning?For any company looking to expand their operations to include new office space or commercial property, commercial cleaning and janitorial services should be an essential part of the game plan.The appearance of a company's office space is one of the first impressions conveyed to a client. A clean and impeccable office space shows that the company is concerned with the finest details, and gives a sense of confidence regarding the business as a whole. Therefore, utilizing commercial janitorial services on a daily or weekly basis is essential to ensuring this first impression goes over with a bang.Fortunately, with the help of the internet, finding a commercial cleaning provider is easier than ever. From the comfort of a desk, cubicle or home office space, a person can go online and find providers, read reviews and solicit bids with the click of a mouse. One of the best places to find commercial janitorial services is local search engines such as Google Maps and Yahoo Local. Simply type in the town or zip code for which you are seeking janitorial services and then choose from the companies that turn up on the search. Local search engines also allow you to review comments left from previous clients that were either happy or unsatisfied with the work of the company. This feature is beneficial for those that are unable to screen commercial cleaning companies personally due to time constraints and must rely on the feedback of other companies similarly situated.Another quick way to find commercial janitorial services is to do a search on Craigslist. Craigslist is an open forum site where content for goods and services are generated by the user. Because providers are able to list their services for free on Craigslist, potential customers are able to learn more about the commercial cleaning company, as they are not limited to paid advertising space as found in traditional service listings. Likewise, cleaning providers will often list discounts or coupons in their Craigslist posting, thus providing extra savings to companies considering their janitorial services.Finally, a variety of sites exist in which businesses can list their commercial cleaning needs and solicit bids for the job. Cleaning companies will then send over detailed proposals explaining what they can do for the company and how much they'll charge for the job. Clearly, soliciting bids offers a more competitive way to find a cleaning company, especially for those looking to get the biggest bang for their cleaning budget. But regardless of how a company chooses to find commercial janitorial services, rest assured that the choice to do so will yield a high return from the perspective of impressing customers and clients. The first impression is key, and nothing shows care and genuine concern for a client better than shiny floors and immaculate office space.For many reasons, a professional building maintenance service will give you the confidence and comfort that your company's expensive assets are being taken care of. A professional cleaner can save you time and money and give you a guarantee of satisfaction.


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What Is the Prostate?
The prostate is a small gland in men that is part of the reproductive system. It is about the shape and size of a walnut. The prostate rests below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It surrounds part of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder. The prostate helps make semen, which carries sperm from the testicles when a man ejaculates.
Enlarged Prostate
As a man ages, the prostate can grow larger. When a man reaches the age of 40, the prostate gland might have increased from the size of a walnut to that of a lime. By the time he reaches the age of 60, it might be the size of a lemon.
Because it surrounds part of the urethra, the enlarged prostate can squeeze the urethra. This causes problems in the passing of urine. Typically, these problems passing urine do not occur in men until they are age 50 or older. They can, occasionally occur earlier.
An enlarged prostate is also called benign (noncancerous) prostatic hyperplasia or BPH. It is common and cannot be prevented. Age and a family history of BPH are risk factors. Eight out of every 10 men eventually develop an enlarged prostate. About 90% of men over the age of 85 will have BPH. About 30% of men will find their symptoms bothersome.
Symptoms of an enlarged prostate may include:
- Trouble starting to urinate or urinating freely
- Having to urinate frequently, particularly at night
- Feeling that the bladder is not empty after urinating
- Feeling a sudden urge to urinate
- Having to stop and start repeatedly while urinating
- Having to strain to urinate
To maintain prostate health, it is important for men who have early symptoms of BPH to see their doctor. BPH is a progressive disease. It can lead to serious, although rare, health problems, such as kidney or bladder damage.
Treatments include:
- Watchful waiting. Patients who have an enlarged prostate but who are not suffering symptoms or whose symptoms are not bothersome may be advised by their doctor to merely get an annual checkup, which might include a variety of tests.
- Making lifestyle changes. Changes could include limiting drinking at night and before bedtime, especially drinks containing alcohol or caffeine.
- Drug therapy. Two common treatments for BPH are alpha-blockers, which alleviate BPH symptoms, and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, which help shrink the prostate. Many men take them together.
- Surgery. This is generally used for men with severe symptoms who have not been helped by other treatment.
Prostatitis is an infection or inflammation of the prostate. It can affect men in their late teens to those well into old age. Its symptoms include trouble passing urine, chills and fever, and sexual problems. The condition is not contagious and cannot be transmitted sexually to a partner. Treatment usually includes antibiotics.
A man who has recently had a catheter or other medical instrument inserted into his urethra is at higher risk of bacterial prostatitis. Some sexually transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia, may cause chronic prostatitis.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. Prostate cancer usually grows slowly and initially remains confined to the prostate gland, where it may not cause serious harm. While some types of prostate cancer grow slowly and may need minimal or no treatment, other types are aggressive and can spread quickly.
Prostate cancer that is detected early — when it is still confined to the prostate gland — has a better chance of successful treatment.
Prostate cancer may cause no signs or symptoms in its early stages.
Prostate cancer that is more advanced may cause signs and symptoms such as:
- Trouble urinating
- Decreased force in the stream of urine
- Blood in the semen
- Discomfort in the pelvic area
- Back pain
- Erectile dysfunction
Prostate Health: Tests
Doctors use several tests to check on the condition of the prostate. They include:
DRE, or digital rectal exam: This is the standard prostate test. A doctor feels the prostate from the rectum, checking for things such as size, lumps, and firmness.
PSA , or prostate-specific antigen test: This blood test measures the amount of a protein called PSA that is produced by prostate cells. Elevated levels may indicate cancer. They are not proof that a man has prostate cancer. Levels may be elevated with noncancerous prostate conditions such as an enlarged prostate or prostatitis. Levels may be low with prostate cancer.
Screening for prostate cancer is controversial.
It is however recommended that from 50 years men should get screened every year.
Prostate biopsy : Men with high PSA results or other symptoms of cancer may have a tissue sample taken of their prostate to determine if cancer is present.
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 190,000 new cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. The Nigeria statistic is not certain but may be higher than this. Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to keep your prostate healthy as you age—and stay ahead of the game.
- Keep a healthy weight and exercise regularly.
- Eat more fruits and vegetables. Tomatoes, watermelons, pink grapefruits, guava and pawpaw contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, are good choices.
- Let your doctor know if you have a family history of prostate cancer. Having a father or brother with prostate cancer more than doubles a man's risk of developing this disease.
- Include more soy in your diet.
- Do not smoke.
- Eat more selenium-rich foods such as wheat germ, tuna, herring and other seafood and shellfish, beef liver, kidney, eggs, sunflower and sesame seeds, cashews, mushrooms, garlic and onions. Selenium reduces risk of prostate cancer.
Get a PSA blood test and digital rectal exam annually, beginning at age 50.


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First day of school...
Hi! I'm Holly Brimhall, a newborn photographer in Gilbert, AZ. I am the mother of 4 and a lover of ALL things baby. This blog is where I share the life of my family and favorite pictures of my newborn photography sessions.
Thursday, November 03, 2011
Everybody started school on different days this year. Grant was the first one to start. Weird. Yes, I know. Preschool starting BEFORE regular public school? Okay. Sure. It actually was nice to drop him off at school and then be able to run around with the older kids collecting last minute school supplies, picking out new shoes, etc. Our little Grant is turning into quite the little ham. Taking pictures of him is getting more and more interesting by the day. Here's Grant...and his "Queemie" backpack on his first day of preschool...
A week later it was time for the elementary kids to start. I moved them over to a new school this year. It was a tough decision for me and I spent a lot of time in prayer trying to decide what to do. It's awfully mean of a mom to move her kids to a new school for a few months and then ask them to switch schools again the next year. I was pretty nervous about it but felt like this is where they were supposed to be. I do love their new school...such a small little community. No cafeteria - the kids get to eat lunch outside. But they are getting a great education. The first day of school, when I went to pick the kids up from school, Savannah squealed, "Mom. Guess what!!! There are NO mean kids in my class!" Bryson and Savannah on their first day of school...looking WAY too grown up, if you ask me!
Two days later, it was official...Jarom was off to junior high. I'm glad he let me chase him out the door in my pajamas to grab a quick picture as his friends waited across the street to ride to school together.
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- Lacey 2:18 PM
Do you have them at Challenger? You don't have to answer on here if you don't want to. I just had my now 2nd grader there for kinder and 1st and oh how we loved it there! I just assumed since you are in Gilbert now...we live in Texas for right now. My husband got a great job here and we moved right after 1st grade ended. I miss it so much! We want to be back in gilbert by the time our middle daughter starts kinder. In 2 years. Switching schools is tough.We did it and I just died! My daughter loved Challenger and there was no reason to move other than the job...so it was tough on us. Heck. 8 months later it is still TOUGH! Prayer is so special times like this!
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LONDON — Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp still wants to sign David Beckham and will wait until the former England captain's contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy expires in November.
Beckham trained with the north London club after Redknapp's attempt to sign him on loan last month faltered. But the Spurs manager said he could try again — even though Beckham will be 36.
"I could do, yeah," Redknapp said. "I love him. I love the way he plays."
Having failed in his attempt to play on loan in Europe for a third straight year, Beckham will return to the United States next week for the MLS season.
Redknapp said the midfielder showed enough in training to suggest he could still compete in the Premier League, which he left in 2003 when he moved from Manchester United for Real Madrid.
"David has been fantastic," Redknapp said. "He is a top-class bloke. He has been great around the place. You would love to have him at your club.
"He is so slim and so fit. He is a fanatical trainer. He works in the morning and the afternoon in the gym. He just loves playing football."
Tottenham is fifth in the Premier League after beating Blackburn 1-0 on Wednesday through Peter Crouch's third-minute header from Rafael van der Vaart's long pass.
Redknapp thinks his team could be scoring more if he had Beckham in his squad to deliver his trademark crosses and free kicks.
"That ball that Van der Vaart hit for Crouchy, David hit about seven of them the other morning in training," Redknapp said. "It was like he had radar and Crouchy kept heading them in the goal.
"I kept saying, 'that's what I have been asking you to do, lads.'"
Beckham had hoped that playing in the Premier League would boost his chances of being recalled to the England squad to add to his 115 appearances.
However, the Galaxy was reluctant to allow Beckham to go to Europe for a third consecutive MLS offseason after he damaged his Achilles' tendon at AC Milan last year and was sidelined for six months.
"He's still keen to keep playing, that's for sure," Redknapp said. "I'm sure he's got a decent enough place in Los Angeles, but he's over here wanting to keep playing."


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Hear Chanell Crichlow melt her brass band sound into lo-fi pop gold
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tubafresh is the solo project of Chanell Crichlow, who for the last 6 years has been the sousaphonist, MC, and manager for New York's PitchBlak Brass Band. PitchBlak dubs itself "New York's Hip Hop Brass Band," and they succeed in blending hip-hop with jazz, Balkan brass, and New Orlean Second Line in a way that respects all the individual traditions and never feels heavy handed.
With tubafresh, Crichlow brings her style blending ability to a smoother lo-fi pop sound that has what she calls an "unapologetically queer center." She uses many of the same tools as with PitchBlak – trumpets, marching band percussion – but melts them down, letting synth pads, effected violas, drum machines and her own voice shine. Crichlow's compositions are as complex as her instrumentation, moving between pop verse-chorus structures and more classically informed instrumental sections. tubafresh skillfully juggles all these elements together into songs that are as catchy as they are compelling.
Hear the first single "Say No" from Crichlow's upcoming EP Just Another Night, available November 10 on the tubafresh bandcamp.


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I had a few Twitter chats with a kind person at UQP, because I wanted to send them a *free* copy of my book. You know the one. They wrote back saying Sure, but don't expect anything in return (read: consideration for publishing). I said, no, I know you don't publish much of this kind of writing anyway. Sure, I just want to send it in the spirit of a gift. If you know someone who's into music writing, make them a gift of it.
And so I typed a nice cover letter with the above sentiment repeated, and posted it along to the publisher. They have a good rep and list; I thought: they might enjoy quality writing.
And then, about 6 weeks later, I get the book back in the mail. With a note:
While we appreciate the spirit in which this gift was given, we would like to return it to you so that others may have the same opportunity to enjoy it.Now, isn't that a) not the spirit of receiving a gift (which I had clearly er, laboured over), b) slightly rude as well, and c) just a bit lame?
Yes, I know, they're in publishing and probably receive a massive pile of slush in the mail and can't possibly afford the effort of reading it all. But to send a gift back to the sender (unread too), in contradiction of the spirit of it, that just galls me a little bit. They could've quietly recycled it and not bother with the return postage.
This odd little episode confirms a few prejudices which I've been forming about the publishing industry, mostly along the lines of PR and perception. But mostly it confirms how incredibly hard it is to get anyone to read anything at all.
How does a piece of shit like Mx (free local street press / gossip rag / Facebook-in-tabloid form) manage to get so much attention and eyeball interaction? Oh, yes, it's a piece of shit, that's why. Gossip and web trash and fashion police make the media go round.
It's perhaps a far-fetched analogy, but I'll let it dangle.


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|Kyle being goofy before the ride.
The weather was stunning and blazing hot so our ride turned into a 5 miler with a pit stop at the park for playtime and creek paddling.
My camera has a huge black spot in the LCD screen, so from now on I'm shooting blind, which makes me exceptionally happy with this shot, because it came out pretty good. I know I should go get a new camera, but my laptop is on it's last legs too and we still need to solve Kyle's bike issues. I'm pretty excited about the thought of Yuba's new Boda Boda, sure I have no idea what it looks like, but the term "Cargo Cruiser" sounds intriguing.
Apparently everyone thought the creek at the park sounded like a great place to be, because there must have been 20 little kids charging back and forth. The campus on the other hand, has just hosted graduation so the grounds are empty, but impeccably manicured. It was a lovely ride.
Tomorrow we're looking forward to another ride, maybe a long one, depending on how the heat is. It's Father's Day here in the U.S. which means a BBQ of pork chops and a fresh green salad from the garden, which is coming along nicely. I'm feeling very thankful for today, I'm trying to remember to be thankful for everyday of this journey. Jack is getting bigger and stronger, he seems to be gaining more and more of himself with everyday that passes, and I sense his baby-ness disappearing, which is heart wrenching and delightful all at once. I heard him ask for a "burger" the other day and have felt more compelled ever since, to rock this year. I had no idea he even knew what a damned burger was, I was devastated.
Parenthood is such a momentous responsibility it can be overwhelming at times. As I write this I am reminded of a post I shared on my Facebook page yesterday. It said "The bicycle is a simple solution to some of the world's most complicated questions". I'm going to keep that with me now, and consider it my personal mantra "The bicycle is a simple solution to some of parenting's most complicated questions."


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For those among you who are already into cartoons, you must have come across this name from some place or the other as Naruto, the anime Cartoon, is the rage nowadays.
It would not be possible to describe what this cartoon is about in a few words. Those who have seen it can vouch for me regarding that. However, keeping a long story short, its about a kid who never gives up on trying to get better, his friends and the world that he lives in.
According to the Cartoon, there are basically three types of skills for a Ninja (There might be more, but I was able to gather only three).
1. Taijitsu : This refers to one's physical skill in battle. The martial arts he has learnt and the will with which he uses it.
2. Ninjitsu : This can be thought of as special powers that the Ninjas have. They have this inner power called Chakra. Once you learn to master the inner power, you can control and mould it to be used as powerful techniques. You can spit fireballs, make lightning, etc. You get the idea right?
3. Genjutsu : This is the ability to manipulate once reality. If you have this skill, you can project an illusion at your opponent and he can be trapped in it for a time depending upon the skill you have in using it. Even though it can be done using music, sight, etc, doing it via sight is the most effective one. Especially if you possess the Sharingan eyes!
Well, what I'm saying is Naruto IS Genjutsu and I'm trapped in it!
One year back while I was studying my fifth semester, I shared my hostel room with Varun, Shabeeb and Koushik. After class in the evenings and the nights, Varun would turn on his laptop and sit watching Naruto while I wasted my time with my cell phone and laptop. Back then I wondered what the hell was wrong with this guy to keep on watching that stupid cartoon day and night. Upon his request, I had watched a single episode which was the fight between Neiji and Naruto. However, today I wish I had watched that cartoon with him. I would've really enjoyed it.
So from then on days went by without me watching it at all. Even at home my sister would watch it from youtube and would invite me to watch it along with her. But I simply wouldn't watch it. Things went by like this until a month ago when one day while I was having my evening snacks, my sister was watching an episode of naruto. I simply went and gave her company.
Little did I realize it was the episode between Sasuke, the wielder of the Sharingan, and Daedara! I watched the episode and in between them I looked into the Sharingan of Sasuke! I never in my dreams imagined that I would be trapped in his genjutsu! Alas, I was and now even when I realise that I'm under his Genjutsu, I cant stop watching Naruto. Episode after episode I watched and exhausted all the episodes that I had on my hard drive.
I'm still itching for more but it seems that the further episodes have not been made yet. I'll only be able to come out from this genjutsu once the person who cast it upon me dies. That means Sasuke must die. Like everyone else in the hidden leaf village, I too am counting on Naruto to save me.


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(Channel News Asia) KUALA LUMPUR : Malaysia's ethnic Chinese party pledged its support for the dominant UMNO Sunday after the ruling coalition was rocked by a row triggered by the prime minister's controversial son-in-law.
Khairy Jamaluddin, 30, a businessman and ambitious emerging politician, has already been forced to deny that he is the power behind the throne in the face of concerns about his influence over Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.
In the latest upset, Khairy caused uproar in the Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) by saying that if the ruling United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) became weak other parties could seize the opportunity to make demands.
Khairy, who is the deputy leader of UMNO's influential youth wing, said this could lead to instability in the multi-ethnic National Front coalition.
The balance of power between the races is an extremely sensitive issue in Malaysia, where the population is dominated by Muslim Malays living alongside ethnic Chinese and Indian minorities.
MCA members have demanded an apology from Khairy, saying that the party had always stood firm behind its coalition partner and that his comments had hurt the feelings of the Chinese community.
In a bid to lessen the row, Abdullah said Sunday at MCA's annual general assembly that all parties should stop raising sensitive issues related to religion and race.
"Do not create a situation that can lead to difficulties. Difficulties will make everyone apprehensive," the premier said in an opening speech.
He said that any attempt to amend controversial articles in the constitution related to race would "cause a storm if left unchecked".
The MCA also attempted to calm the issue, pledging its support for UMNO's role as the linchpin of the coalition.
"MCA, as the political representative of the Chinese community, would want to see a stable and strong UMNO," president Ong Ka Ting told the assembly. "We stand by together and provide support."
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The Kaiu Engineers were trained to build castles and structures intended for protection of the Crab Clan. Their teachings emphasized patience and planning as the cornerstone of strong design. Kaiu Engineers were the most sought-after architects and craftsmen in Rokugan. [1]
Training Edit
Students of the Kaiu schools learnt military strategy, siege methods, metalsmithing, fundamentals of architecture, engineering, geology, construction of long-range artillery, and physics. The students had very wide training, because they were required to know how to build as well as design their creations. The graduation exercise for the students was to design a siege engine for placement on the Kaiu Kabe. Those who passed built the siege engine they designed. [2]
Kaiu Engineer Techniques Edit
The family did not teach techniques on their own. Their members increased their knowledge mastering a new skill between the various taught in the school. [3] [4]
- The Kaiu Method
- The Path of the Shell (Armorsmith)
- The Path of Destruction
- The Path of Steel (Weaponsmith)
- The Path of Stone (Engineering)
- The Path of War (Battle)
See Also Edit
External Links Edit
- Engineering Crew (Crimson and Jade)
- Kaiu Engineers (The Coming Storm)
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text: Special Needs Caregiver Tips and Strategies Print How to Have a Productive Parent Teacher Conference By Terri Mauro | Updated March 22, 2018 Ariel Skelley/Blend Images/Getty Images More in Special Needs Caregiver Tips and Strategies Therapy and Social Involvement A conference is a great opportunity to learn about how your special-needs child is doing in class and ways you can improve that. But too often, parents emerge from the meeting realizing that they forgot to ask a particular question, forgot to say something important, or forgot to listen. Here's how to make the most of that time with the teacher. Be on Time. The teacher's time is valuable, and so is yours. Don't waste any of it with driving, parking and running breathlessly down halls. It doesn't hurt to be a little early; you'll seem eager, interested and involved. Dress Appropriately. Consider this to be a meeting between professionals -- the teacher, the expert on the classroom, and you, the expert on your child. Dress as though you expect to be taken seriously. Be Open-Minded. If the teacher has called you in for a reason, you've likely heard one side of the story -- your child's. Be willing to hear the other side. You'll learn a lot more if the teacher isn't busy being defensive. Listen as Much as You Talk. It's tempting to spend the meeting telling the teacher all about your child and what he or she needs, but it's also important to listen to the teacher and what he or she is observing or expecting. If you're the only one talking, stop. Have an Agenda. You'll get the most out of the meeting if you have a few specific things to discuss. Make a list, and check items off as you cover them. The more focused you are on what you expect from the meeting, the more likely you are to get it. Take Notes. While you're crossing items off your list, jot down any information you receive, any names, dates, information, numbers of reports or tests, grades, or anything else of interest. After the meeting, write these down in your contact log in greater detail. Make an Action Plan. If you've discussed anything that requires action by you or by the teacher, discuss a timetable for that and agree on who will do what. Write that information down and confirm it the next day in a note to the teacher. Follow Up. Make sure to do the things you told the teacher you would, and check back to make sure the teacher is doing what you discussed, too. Keeping an ongoing dialog during the year, through meetings, phone calls, notes, and e-mails, can help you become a truly collaborative partner in your child's education. What You Need: Notebook, datebook or pad of paperPen or pencilNotes on what to discussAny school papers you have questions aboutAny books, resources or reports you want to share with the teacher Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Get diet and wellness tips to help your kids stay healthy and happy. Email Address Sign Up There was an error. Please try again. Thank you, , for signing up. What are your concerns? Other Inaccurate Hard to Understand Submit Continue Reading


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STORIES & MORE (and some free reads!)
FREE READ: The Enchanted Conversation has published one of my new fairytales. "Lucy in the Sky" is a tribute to childhood, dogs and the Beatles, and tells the story of an eight year old girl who matches wits with the Faery Queen.
FREE READ (AND LISTEN): "Raptor Boy" a YA story about a young man fighting neo-Nazi pagans in a northern Minnesota town, can be found at Cast of Wonders.
FREE LISTEN: My story "You Go Back," about a demon set loose in P.T. Barnum's American Museum, is up at The Gallery of Curiosities, a weird and wonderful fiction podcast. This story also appears in the anthology Strange Tales V, edited by Rosalie Parker.
FREE READ: THE LORELEI SIGNAL published a story of mine about a teenaged girl who finds a beached mermaid. This is a free read. Enjoy!
FREE READ: A flash fiction piece "Heard" appeared in Metaphorosis Magazine. "Heard" was inspired by the speculative articles and reports earlier this year about cloning baby mammoths. The story also appears in a Metaphorosis anthology, Metaphorosis: Best of 2016, available in paperback and e book.
FREE READ: And, if you are a fan of the Oz books you might enjoy this free read over at The Nonbinary Review. The Love Magnet is a modern take on what might have happened to the Shaggy Man of Oz today, if he showed the wrong sort of person his famous magic talisman.
FREE READ: THE ENCHANTED CONVERSATION published one of my fairytales some years ago. Black Dog tells the tale of a little girl named Violet who encounters the legendary Gurt Dog, of British folklore.
Disturbed Digest has published one of my favorite horror stories "Backwater Saints" is about a failed rock musician and his undead lead singer. You can buy it at the Alban Lake Store.
Another award-winning story, Leonora, can be found at PENUMBRA MAGAZINE. This is a gaslight fantasy about a fallen angel and a prostitute on Guy Fawkes Night.
If you are looking for short plays, especially for young people, a few of mine appear in ORIGINAL MIDDLE SCHOOL SCENES AND MONOLOGUES, edited by Kent R. Brown
And the AUDITION ARSENAL SERIES, published by Smith and Kraus has two of my monologues included in it. One–in the Monologues for Women in Their Twenties edition–has a piece from La Llorona and Other Tales of the American Southwest. The other–in the Monologues for Men in Their Thirties edition–has a piece from a play called The Last Stand of the Comanche Rider.


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Thursday, March 31, 2005
Bono launches clothes with a conscience
I've always been a fan of U2s music, and a lot of the causes Bono is into, and I think this is another great one.
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If you want to be happier, increase meaning in your life.
During the fast pace of life we live in, you may feel like you struggle to find time to do the things that are important to you. This is unfortunate because these activities renew you by reflecting your true self and giving your life meaning.
Feeling that your life is meaningful increases your happiness. It is one of three types of happiness, and meaning is part of the character strength of Spirituality.
According to psychologist Martin Seligman, you have a meaningful life when you are doing things that use your strengths to forward:
- Knowledge – learning, teaching, science, literature, etc.
- Power – technology, health services, engineering, construction, etc.
- Goodness – law, ethics, religion, politics, firefighting, charity, etc.
These three areas connect you to something outside yourself that is larger than you are. It might be to the future, other people, or the universe.
The following 4 tips enhance meaning and the character strength of spirituality:
- Take 5 minutes daily and think about things you can do to improve your family, community, or the world.
- Journal or talk about things you want to do in the areas of Knowledge, Power, or Goodness.
- Read religious/spiritual books or articles.
- Spend some time daily in meditation or prayer.
Choose to do something that uses at least one of your strengths to contribute to the area of Knowledge, Power, or Goodness in the coming year. You will find yourself feeling happier.
I look forward to answering your questions on how this can work for you.
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JOHANNESBURG– The African National Congress (ANC) on Tuesday said the arrest of abakhwetha, who are young males undergoing a circumcision rite to mark the arrival of adulthood, in connection with the murder of a 65-year-old woman in the Eastern Cape was "disturbing".
The ANC in the Eastern Cape said "it condemns" the murder allegedly committed by the abakhwetha.
"The arrest of abakhwetha from a Berlin initiation school in the Eastern Cape over allegations of murdering a 65-year-old woman is disturbing, hurting because abakhwetha were in the process of being taught to protect their families, women and those vulnerable in society and not to murder them as alleged," said the ANC in statement attributed to the party's provincial chairperson, Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane.
"The ANC EC sends its deepest condolences to the family of the woman who was allegedly killed by these initiates. We call on the law enforcement agencies to do a thorough investigation of this matter with splendid efficiency so that we ascertain the details of this matter and find out who killed this lady who was a mother and a relative to her people.
"Society will not rest until details of this case are ascertained. As the ANC we encourage the police and the NPA [National Prosecuting Authority] to work together to get to the bottom of this matter."
It was not immediately established when the suspects would appear before the courts.
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Munster star JJ is backing Novas homeless services
MUNSTER fly-half JJ Hanrahan has called on people to raise money for the Novas Initiatives homeless services.
Rising star Hanarahan has lent his support to Novas' campaign to eradicate homelessness in the city.
With its head office based in Limerick, Novas provides accommodation and support for more than 100 men and women in the city, and works with more than 40 families in preventing homelessness.
While its main office is in McGarry House in Alphonsus Street, the centre also has facilities in Mulgrave Street, Mungret Street, the Ennis Road and St Patrick's Hill.
The Munster player has encouraged anyone taking part in the Great Limerick Run to consider raising money for charity.
More than 1,500 people accessed Novas services last year, with almost seven in every ten from Limerick.
This number does not include the people who availed on the voluntary street outreach programme, which distributed more than 4,000 meals on the streets of Limerick City.
JJ said he recognises the importance of the services provided by the charity "in caring for some of society's most vulnerable people.".
Many of the clients presenting to Novas have been victims of sexual and physical abuse and extreme poverty. They also have issues regarding their mental health, addiction, family breakdown and poor education. Many of the clients are not served my mainstream services and are excluded from existing voluntary agencies.
JJ, who made his first appearance in Munster colours in October and who was announced man of the match later that month after scoring two tries, encourages anybody participating in the various races this May Bank Holiday to raise money "for this very worthy cause". This can be done by setting up a fundraising page on http://www.mycharity.ie/charity/novas/ or by contacting head office on 061-370325.