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It's the kind of tech startup that we could really get excited about if we weren't fairly certain it's some kind of hoax. A Web site has popped up at TacoCopter.com that offers a unique service: tacos airlifted directly to your doorstep via unmanned quadcopter drone. The rise of the machines never sounded so scrumptious.
Here's the idea as outlined on TacoCopter.com: customers download a smartphone app, which allows them to order tacos to a specific location. The tacos then arrive via flying quadcopter. Tipping your delivery drone is presumably optional. That's it. It's so brilliant, we can't believe the kids down at the GRASP Lab haven't already cornered the market on this.
But all may not be as it seems. The TacoCopter.com site says the service is in private beta (you can request an invite) in the San Francisco Bay area, and Digital Trends notes that the domain is registered to one Star Simpson, whose claim to Internet fame was having a homemade LED shirt mistaken for a bomb at Boston Logan International some years back. The charges stemming from that incident were "possession of a hoax device."
So is TacoCopter.com simply another hoax? The thing is, Simpson is of MIT origins, a self-proclaimed inventor, artist, and engineer. That's somewhat annoying, since we don't know which hat she might be donning as the human intelligence behind TacoCopter.com. For now, we're assuming that we're going to have to continue getting our tacos the old-fashioned way (or in our case, being an NYC-based operation, our lobster rolls--the Web site teases East Coasters with the promise of "LobsterCopter," the "Taco of the East!")
But if there's a more important takeaway here--even more important than the tantalizing possibility of air-dropped carnitas--it's that this sort of thing is less far-fetched than it might seem. The FAA is opening up the national airspace to drones over the next few years. By the end of 2015, all kinds of unmanned systems will have access to the skies. The potential for quadcopter couriers and other robotic, semi-autonomous or autonomous transport grows more real by the day. If the future really is filled with self-driving cars and autonomous aerial drones, then it's fair to say that the delicious on-demand Cali-Mex experience of the future could very well have a robotic aspect to it.
While we breathlessly await that future, we invite any Bay area readers who want to investigate to let us know how it goes. The comments section below, as always, is all yours.
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Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence
Just like the birdman fiasco.
However! This is much more feasible, if not for the pranksters snatching these things and running. This idea would be quite win for deliveries to wherever you may be!
This worries me that such a device might deliver a package of C4 to somebodies widow! FOOD FOR THOUGHT!
Science sees no further than what it can sense, i.e. facts.
Religion sees beyond the senses, i.e. faith.
Open your mind and see!
Yeah, Robot; that's a real second generation possibility for this tech, no doubt about it. A simple 'opt-out' won't be sufficient to keep your identity and physical location off the net. We can't keep the ISS or the DoD secure, so now we are gonna object-orient all humans in the Western Hemisphere?
Rather than car bombs, the future for terrorist will be small drones! We will have to mount automatic anti warfare weapons on all our bases for incoming unauthorized flying objects! And for the government and civilians all I can say is, OH SH#T!


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An early Michael Mifsud goal all but ended Armenia's FIFA World Cup qualifying ambitions as Malta registered their first competitive away win in two decades.
The Group B meeting was eight minutes old when André Schembri and Gareth Sciberras combined to release Mifsud, and although Roman Berezovski repelled his initial shot, the Malta captain fired in at the second attempt. It was his 37th goal in international football but as Armenia cranked up the pressure, visiting keeper Justin Haber demanded equal billing in Saturday's headlines.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan soon tested him, and it was a sign of things to come as the home side laid siege to the Maltese penalty area. Haber was unbreakable, however, denying Marcos Pizzelli and Robert Arzumanyan. Half-time substitute Yura Movsisyan added power though neither the FC Spartak Moskva striker nor Artur Sarkisov was unable to convert Armenia's utter dominance into goals.
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Reynold Levy, President of Lincoln Center, Selected as Design Patron Award Recipient of Cooper-Hewitt's 10th Annual National Design Awards
Reynold Levy, president of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, has been selected the winner of the 2009 Design Patron Award by Paul Warwick Thompson, former director of the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Levy is being recognized for his design stewardship of the Lincoln Center campus renovation project.
The Design Patron Award, which recognizes outstanding support and patronage within the design community, was created by Thompson in 2001 as one of the National Design Awards. The annual awards honor excellence and achievement across various disciplines, including architecture, communication, fashion, interaction, interior, landscape and product design. Unlike other National Design Awards, which are selected by a jury of leading figures in design, the Design Patron Award winner is chosen by the museum's director. Levy will be officially honored, along with all of the 2009 National Design Award winners, at an Oct. 22 gala dinner at Cipriani in New York and a White House ceremony July 24 in Washington, D.C.
Levy has been instrumental in the dramatic transformation of Lincoln Center, the world's leading performing arts center, which unites 12 performing arts and educational organizations on one campus. Under Levy's direction, the organization embarked on a thorough renovation and revitalization of the campus' original design, which resulted in the innovative West 65th Street and Promenade projects—scheduled to be completed for Lincoln Center's 50th anniversary in 2009-2010.
"Working with Diller, Scofidio + Renfro, Levy has set a model internationally for the rejuvenation of our urban cultural centers. Peeling back facades to connect performance centers with the streetscape, re-routing car traffic below ground and simplifying pedestrian walkways and signage all have a humanizing quality that makes cities—and this city in particular—vibrant and pleasurable places," said Thompson. "It takes a design patron of vision to work alongside an exciting architect to achieve this transformation, and Levy is such a patron."
The West 65th Street Project, designed by 2005 National Design Award winners Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with FXFOWLE Architects, creates a "Street of the Arts" lined with new building facades, integrated information technologies and new indoor and outdoor dining facilities. The Promenade Project, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in association with Beyer Blinder Belle, utilizes the same design vocabulary and mix of transparent materials used in the West 65th Street Project—glass, travertine and new landscape features—to further unite Lincoln Center with the surrounding cityscape. A new visitor space, the Atrium at Lincoln Center, is being designed by Billie Tsien and Tod Williams and will open in fall 2009.
Levy joined Lincoln Center as president in 2002. Previously, he had served as president of the International Rescue Committee, the senior officer of AT&T in charge of government relations, president of the AT&T Foundation and executive director of the 92nd Street Y. A graduate of Hobart College, Levy holds a law degree from Columbia University and a doctorate in government and foreign affairs from the University of Virginia. He currently serves on the boards of the International Rescue Committee, Aspen Institute's Program on Philanthropy, the Institute for International Economics and Third Way, and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and of the Century Association. Levy is the author of three books, most recently "Yours for the Asking: An Indispensable Guide to Fundraising and Management" (2008, John Wiley and Sons).
Levy joins previous Design Patron Award winners Architecture for Humanity, an organization that brings sustainable architecture to global communities in need; Maharam, a fourth-generation, family-run textile company; Craig Robins, a Miami-based real estate developer; Richard M. Daley, mayor of Chicago; Amanda M. Burden, the chair of the New York City Planning Commission; and hotelier André Balazs, among others.
The National Design Awards and National Design Week are made possible by the generous sponsorship of Target.
About the National Design Awards
First launched at the White House as a project of the White House Millennium Council, the Awards were established to broaden awareness of the role of design in daily life by honoring individuals in all areas of design, as well as its patrons and supporters.
The Awards are accompanied each year by a variety of public education programs, including the fourth annual National Design Week from Oct. 18 through 24. Throughout the week, the museum will offer free admission for all visitors; host a series of programs for the public, students and teachers; and celebrate design on its Web site with initiatives such as the People's Design Award, which gives the general public an opportunity to nominate and vote for a design from Sept. 22 through Oct. 20 by logging onto www.cooperhewitt.org.
To learn more about the National Design Awards and for a complete list of 2009 winners, please visit www.cooperhewitt.org.


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(6aR,9R)-N-((S)-1-Hydroxypropan- 2-yl)-7-methyl-4,6,6a,7,8,9-hexahydroindolo[4,3-fg]quinoline-9-carboxamide | |
Clinical data | |
AHFS/Drugs.com | monograph |
Pregnancy cat. | X |
Legal status | List I precursor (US) |
Routes | Oral |
Pharmacokinetic data | |
Metabolism | hepatic |
Excretion | renal |
Identifiers | |
CAS number | 60-79-7 |
ATC code | G02AB03 |
PubChem | CID 443884 |
DrugBank | DB01253 |
ChemSpider | 391970 |
ChEBI | CHEBI:4822 |
ChEMBL | CHEMBL119443 |
Synonyms | Ergonovine, lysergic acid beta- propanolamide |
Chemical data | |
Formula | C19H23N3O2 |
Mol. mass | 325.41 g/mol |
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Ergometrine (other names include ergonovine and d-lysergic acid beta-propanolamide), is an ergoline (and lysergamide) derivative, and one of the primary ergot and morning glory alkaloids . It is chemically similar to lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), ergine, and lysergic acid.
Mechanism of action[edit]
While it acts at alpha-adrenergic, dopaminergic, and serotonin receptors (the 5-HT2 receptor), it exerts on the uterus (and other smooth muscles) a powerful stimulant effect not clearly associated with a specific receptor type.
Medical use[edit]
It has a medical use in obstetrics to facilitate delivery of the placenta and to prevent bleeding after childbirth by causing smooth muscle tissue in the blood vessel walls to narrow, thereby reducing blood flow. It is usually combined with oxytocin (Syntocinon) as syntometrine.
It can induce spasm of the coronary arteries.[1] It is used to diagnose Variant (Prinzmetal's) angina.[2]
Recreational use[edit]
According to the book TiHKAL by Alexander Shulgin, ergometrine has LSD-like action at levels of 2–10 milligrams. Clinical dosages are about ten times lower.
Legal status[edit]
Ergometrine is listed as Table I precursors under the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, as possible precursor compound for LSD.[3] As an N-alkyl derivative of lysergamide, ergometrine is also covered by the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, effectively rendering it illegal in the United Kingdom.
Side effects[edit]
Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, tinnitus, chest pain, palpitation, bradycardia, transient hypertension and other cardiac arrhythmias, dyspnea, rashes, and shock.[4] An overdose produces a characteristic poisoning, ergotism or "St. Anthony's fire": prolonged vasospasm resulting in gangrene and amputations; hallucinations and dementia; and abortions. Gastrointestinal disturbances, e.g. diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting, are common. The drug is contraindicated in pregnancy, vascular disease, and psychosis.
Ergometrine, 1-hydroxymethylethylamide lysergic acid, is synthesized by esterification of D-lysergic acid using 2-aminopropanol in dimethylformamide and direct treatment of the reaction mixture with phosgene.[5]
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- ^ Sunagawa O, Shinzato Y, Touma T, Tomori M, Fukiyama K (May 2000). "Differences between coronary hyperresponsiveness to ergonovine and vasospastic angina". Jpn Heart J 41 (3): 257–68. doi:10.1536/jhj.41.257. PMID 10987346.
- ^ List Of Precursors And Chemicals Frequently Used In The Illicit Manufacture Of Narcotic Drugs And Psychotropic Substances Under International Control.
- ^ Ergometrine drug information
- ^ A. Stoll, A. Hofmann, Helv. Chim. Acta, 26, 956 (1943).
- A. Stoll, A. Hofmann, U.S. Patent 2,090,430 (1937).
- A. Stoll, A. Hofmann, U.S. Patent 2,447,214 (1948).
- R.P. Pioch, U.S. Patent 2,736,728 (1956).
- W.L. Garbrecht, U.S. Patent 2,774,763 (1956).
- A. Hofmann, A. Brack, U.S. Patent 2,809,920 (1957).
- B. Patelli, L. Bernardi, U.S. Patent 3,141,887 (1964).


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Rosario Dawson Rails on Moynihan Station: She's Amtrak's Biggest Fan Since Joe Biden
"My oldest memory of riding the train? I don't know, that's hard," Rosario Dawson told The Observer last Tuesday night. "I was born in Coney Island, but grew up on the Lower East Side, so we spent a lot of time on the F-Train, going to the beach. My dad used to wear his little shorts, and the knee-high socks. He was the most handsome guy on the entire boardwalk."
And thus the country's most beautiful railroad buff was born.
Ms. Dawson was standing inside a post office in Midtown, there for a four-course dinner at which she was the guest of honor. She wore a form-fitting black pant suit, ruffled black shirt and black pumps that had to be nine-inches long and sharper than a railroad tie.
This was no ordinary post office, to be fair, but the Corinthian temple on Eighth Avenue known as the James Farley building, once Manhattan's central post office, and certainly its grandest. From a staff of thousands, there is now a skeleton crew of about a hundred, which has freed up acres of space in the building for Moynihan Station. A dream since the early 1990s of the former New York senator for whom it is named, it will allow for the expansion of Penn Station across the avenue and out of the hell it has resided in for the past six decades, since Robert Moses destroyed the original Penn in 1963. Read More


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Title 5 of the California State Educational Code and state mandated matriculation regulations outline the minimum standards for all California Community Colleges. These minimum standards are broken down into eight specific components. Although each campus is given some flexibility in how it addresses and implements the components, it must remain in compliance with all the minimum standards. Collectively, these components are referred to as Matriculation Services. Matriculation is a process that brings the college and any other student who enrolls for credit into agreement for the purpose of realizing the student's educational goals and objectives. The agreement involves the responsibilities of both parties to attain those objectives through the college's programs, policies and services. The student's responsibilities include the expression of at least a broad educational intent upon enrollment the declaration of a specific educational objective and adherence to academic and attendance policies. The college agrees to provide instructional and support services that help ensure that students attain their educational goals.
Matriculation is Campus-Wide
Matriculation is a campus-wide effort that involves all college personnel working together in assisting the students in achieving their academic goals. Instructional faculty provide valuable classroom experiences, support staff provide the follow through for implementation of new programs and student services.
Evergreen Valley College is a partner in every student's educational pursuit. If students succeed, we succeed. One of our main objectives in this partnership is to provide access to all the rules and regulations regarding course work as well as to all special services that can help students do the best they can in their classes. To meet this objective, there are many Campus Services available. Evergreen Valley College encourages all students to take advantage of all we have to offer.
Matriculation Aims for Student Success
The primary goal of Matriculation is to help each student achieve academic success. To accomplish this goal, the college and the students must work together to generate a Student Educational Plan and to define the various processes and activities that will lead to academic success. The many services across campus provide follow-up materials and contact students who would need to meet their academic goals. These basic partnership agreements include responsibilities for both the college and the individual student.
College Responsibilities Include:
- Provide an admissions and records process that will enable the college to collect state required information on students.
- Provide an assessment process using multiple measures to determine student's academic readiness in English, Reading, Math, and English as a second language.
- Provide an orientation process designed to acquaint students with college programs, services, facilities and grounds, academic expectations, and college policies and procedures.
- Provide counseling services to assist students in course selection, development of an individual student educational plan, and use of campus support services.
- Provide additional advisement and counseling to assist students who have not declared an educational goal, are enrolled in basic skills courses, are on academic probation/dismissal, or have been identified as high-risk.
- Establish a process to monitor a student's progress and provide necessary assistance toward meeting educational goals.
- Assist students with (or direct them to) written district procedures for challenging matriculation regulatory provisions.
Student's Responsibilities Include:
- Submit official transcripts from high schools and colleges attended.
- Read the college catalog, schedule of classes, and other materials which detail college policies and procedures.
- Indicate at least a broad educational goal upon admission.
- Declare a specific educational goal after completing a minimum of 15 units.
- Participate in assessment, orientation, counseling/advisement services and other follow-up support services deemed necessary by the college in order for students to complete their stated educational goals.
- Attend all classes and complete all course assignments.
- Complete courses and maintain progress toward stated educational goals.
Matriculation Exemption Policy
The San Jose/Evergreen Valley Community College District encourages all students to fully participate in each college's matriculation program. A student may be exempt from the Assessment, Orientation, and/or Counseling/Advisement component of matriculation if one or more of the following exemption criteria are met.
New students may be exempted from the Assessment component of matriculation if they:
- are enrolling in open curriculum classes only;
- are enrolling in non-AA applicable courses other than pre-collegiate basic skills;
- are enrolling in apprenticeship courses only;
- or have AA, BA, or other college degrees.
Previous reading, writing, and math coursework successfully completed (with a C grade or better) may be used for placement purposes in lieu of the corresponding placement test(s).
New students may be exempted from the Orientation, and/or the Counseling components of matriculation if they:
- are enrolling in apprenticeship or short-term courses;
- have a previous college degree.
All students are included in the follow-up component.
San Jose/Evergreen Community College District: 1/28/92
EVC offers an assessment process to help students determine the best starting point in English or Mathematics providing their past experience and abilities. The campus is committed to using multiple measures in all aspects of evaluation. These assessments are available on a regular basis. For an appointment please call 408-274-7900, ext 6636.
Additional assessments are available for students for whom English is not their native language, so appropriate courses in reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as courses in pronunciation and accent reduction may be pursued.
These assessments are available on a regular basis. Other assessments such as, Career Assessment is also available.
Orientation provides general information regarding EVC's services and programs as well as each student's rights and responsibilities. Students also learn about transfer and degree requirements, vocational programs, and student services.
Other topics include:
- Assessment placement advice
- Academic expectations
- EVC's facilities
- Investigation and resolution of student's complaint/problems
- Tips on achieving academic success
- Students who hold Associate Degrees or higher from regionally accredited institutions.
- Students who have completed less than 15 units and whose education goal is either;
- Advancement in current job/career (update job skills).
- Maintenance of certificate or license (e.g. nursing, real estate).
- Educational development (intellectual, cultural).
- Students who are receiving matriculation services from another college and are now attending an SJECCD campus concurrently. Students who did not meet approved matriculation exemption criteria, but choose to be exempt from all or part of the matriculation components, may do so by completing a waiver form available at the Office of Admissions and Records.
Early Alert
About four to five weeks into each full-length semester, many students who are having academic difficulty are notified and advised that it would be wise to confer with their instructor and/or seek additional assistance or direction. Faculty prepares the notifications based on classroom performance. The intention for the "Early Alert" is to help students realize that some modifications are needed in their work, if they are hoping to achieve academic success. Early Alert highlights the available services on campus that can help students successfully complete their semester.
Counseling Services
Counseling services are available on a day and evening basis to Evergreen Valley College students. Through a coordinated guidance program, counselors assist students with academic planning and also in career and personal matters. Although any counselor can help any student, students often develop a working relationship with a particular counselor, since consistent contact and follow-up can maximize the counseling efforts. In addition, most counselors have a specific connection to specific majors. For more specific information than what is provided below, stop by the Counseling office (Room SC-256) or call to make an appointment at (408) 270-6475.
Specialized Courses
Counselors offer guidance classes that aid students in academic, personal and social adjustment as well as provide guidance in study skills and career development. Academic Counseling
Accurate information about program requirements and course prerequisites is essential for planning courses of study. Counselors serve as valuable resource people in helping select appropriate classes, since they stay aware of any changes that may affect completion of majors, general education and/or transfer requirements. Counselors can help students select the best combination of courses to meet the lower division transfer requirements at the eventual transfer institution. Meeting regularly with a counselor helps ensure progress toward achieving an Associates Degree or Certificate of Achievement.
If a student has not selected a major field of study, they are encouraged to meet with a counselor to develop an educational plan and to identify a major. Counselors also provide help by interpreting assessment results.
Students may arrange for academic advising through the Counseling Office in Room SC. It is advisable to call for a counseling appointment. There is usually a counselor available for walk-in counseling to help those students who drop by for immediate help with an academic question. Call (408) 270-6475 for the walk-in schedule.
Career Counseling
The Transfer/Career/Cooperative Education Work Experience Program offers a variety of services and resources designed to aid students in the process of choosing, changing or confirming one's goals and life planning. In addition, the college library maintains current written and audio-visual materials on local, state, ad national job markets. Students are encouraged to use the resources in the Transfer/Career/Cooperative Education Center for computerized career assessments and research. Career workshops, résumé assistance, and special events are also available. Individualized career counseling appointments are available by appointment. Call: (408) 274-7900 ext. 6620.
Personal Counseling
Getting the maximum benefit out of going to college sometimes involves complications that influence all aspects of life, not just the academic arena. Students are encouraged to come to the counseling office where a professional counselor will be able to assist with any such non-academic concerns. The services of a licensed psychologist are also available to students on an appointment basis in the Student Health Center, Room SC-256. Call (408) 274-7900 ext. 6480.
Learning Resources
Learning Resources at Evergreen Valley College are the focal point of campus-wide instructional support efforts. These services are distributed across the campus. The location and phone number for each service is noted below. Evergreen Valley College encourages each student to take full advantage of these instructional support opportunities, since they often can help raise levels of academic success.
Disabilities Support Program (DSP)
Evergreen Valley College provides support services for all eligible students with specials needs. Students with learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, psychological disabilities, vision, health, hearing, speech, acquired brain injury, or other documented disabilities, can find the services they require through DSP. Through DSP, students are assured of accessibility to the Evergreen Valley College curriculum and facilities.
The DSP Center is located in the Student Services Building, room SC-120. For more information, contact DSP by phone (408) 270-6447 TDD (408) 238-8722
Appropriate Accommodations for Accessibility
Elevators, ramps, handrails, and automatic doors assure physical accessibility to all buildings. Reasonable and appropriate academic accommodations assure equal accessibility, for all students, to the college curriculum and programs. Evergreen Valley College is fully compliant with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and The Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with questions or concerns regarding accessibility can contact DSP directly at (408) 270-6447
The DSP provides assessment for eligibility for services for learning disabilities and speech language disabilities. Supportive classes are provided to help students compensate for their difficulties.
The DSP High Tech Center provides computer access and instruction for students with special needs. Assistive hardware devices, software, and specialized courses are available. The lab offers computer classes available to all Evergreen Valley College students as well as individualized computer-aided instruction to help develop skills in reading, critical thinking, vocabulary development, grammar and usage, spelling, and mathematics.
Services Available Through DSP
- ASL Interpreters and Real-time captioning
- Specialized Tutoring
- Note Taking
- Classroom Accommodations
- Testing Accommodations
- Registration Assistance
- Alternate Media Formats
- Academic & Career advisement
- Assistive equipment
- Texts-on-Tape
- Computer Access and Training
CalWORKs Services
Special services, including registration, course and career planning, are provided for those students receiving CalWORKS assistance. Students who are parents (single or married) working less than 100 hours a month and meeting county income limits can be eligible to receive book awards, cash aid, and childcare aid while going to college. Those already receiving aid and those wishing to determine their eligibility need to visit the Career Services Center to talk with a CalWORKS specialist. For more information call (408) 274-7900 ext. 6453
Career Center
The Career Center, located in the Learning Center, provides computerized career exploration and assessments, helps with developing résumés and cover letters, and posts job and internship opportunities. Stop by to explore a range of career options and to determine a realistic pathway to achieving career goals. The Career Center is open week days and at least one evening. Appointments are available. Call (408) 274-7900 ext.6620 for more information or to verify hours.
Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOP&S)
Evergreen Valley College conducts an EOP&S program that offers two basic types of assistance to students from low-income families: (1) financial assistance in the form of grants and loans, including summer grants and short-term emergency loans, and (2) educational support services. The EOP&S Program is staffed with a coordinator, a counselor, a secretary, a recruiter, and peer advisors, all of whom are dedicated to the program' goals: motivating economically and socially disadvantaged students to pursue higher education at Evergreen Valley College and assisting them in transferring to a four-year college or university.
EOP&S Support Services
- Academic Advisement and Assessment
- Counseling
- Educational Plans
- Early Registration
- Book Vouchers
- Photo ID's
- Tutoring Referrals
- Job Placement Referrals
- Health Services Referrals
- Transfer Assistance
- EOP&S Scholarship
- Open Computer Lab
- Calculators and Recorders
EOP&S Eligibility Criteria
- Be a California resident.
- Be a full-time student (12 units).
- Have completed no more than 70 units of college course work.
- Meet EOP&S income criteria in one of the following ways:
- If unemployed , student must be eligible to receive a Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGFW "A"). To be eligible to receive a BOGFW "A" waiver, a student, at the time of enrollment, must be a recipient of TANF/CAL WORKS (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) or SSI/SSP (Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Program) or General Assistance; or have a certificate from the California Department of Veteran Affairs stating eligibility for Deceased/Disabled Veteran's Department Fee Waiver.
- If employed , student must be eligible to receive a Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGFW "B"). To be eligible to receive a BOGFW "B," a student's total family income for last year, including taxable and nontaxable income, cannot exceed $12,360 for a family of 1; $16,590 for a family of 2; $20,820 for a family of 3; or $25,050 for a family of 4. Families larger than 4, add $4,230 for each additional dependent.
- Meet only one of the following EOP&S educational conditions:
- Non-high school graduate.
- High School G.P.A. below 2.50
- Been previously enrolled in remedial courses
- Not eligible to enroll in the minimum college level of Math or English
- First generation college student
- Member of an underrepresented group
EOP&S Application Procedure
- Apply for a Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGFW) and/or apply for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). It is never too early to apply. Assistance in filling out these forms is available in the EOP&S Office ( Admissions Building).
- Apply for the EOP&S Program by filling out the EOP&S application and student mutual contract.
- Make an appointment to see an EOP&S counselor.
- Provide proof of family income. A copy of Federal Income Tax return is required in order to document parent's taxable income. If any income is derived from non-taxable income, a verification form or statement is required.
Maintaining Eligibility
In order to remain eligible for the EOP&S program, each EOP&S student must be making normal progress towards a goal, certificate, or degree as determined by the college, with a satisfactory average of a "C" or better for each semester. EACH EOP&S STUDENT IS REQUIRED TO MEET THREE TIMES PER SEMESTER WITH HIS/HER EOP&S COUNSELOR FOR ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT AND PLANNING.
Financial Aid
Evergreen Valley College believes that no student should be denied access to the educational experience because of lack of funds. Financial Aid's basic goal is to make funds available to students in need in an equitable manner, following closely regulated state and federal laws.
Eligibility for financial aid is determined by a Department of Education approved system, which calculates the difference between the ability of students and their families to provide for their financial needs and the amount required to meet educational expenses while attending college.
The policy of the San Jose/Evergreen Community College District is in compliance with the provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1998, emphasizing that no financial aid applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, age, sex, or physical impairment.
For some programs, financial aid eligibility requires a minimum of six (6) units of enrollment each semester. Continued eligibility requires successful completion of contracted units with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above. Refer to the Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Standard located in the Financial Aid Office ( Learning Center Building). Students interested in applying for financial aid should visit the Financial Aid Office to obtain an application and detailed instructions. For more information or to make an appointment, call (408) 274-7900 ext. 6460
Types of Aid Available
- GRANTS are awarded to students who meet specific eligibility requirements. Grants are available in varying amounts of assistance and do not call for repayment. The grant programs are the Pell Grant, the Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG), and the Cal Grant, which is funded and awarded by the State.
- LOANS for which students may qualify through Evergreen Valley College are incorporated as part of the regular financial aid package. The loans bear a variable interest capped at 8.25 percent on the unpaid balance. No interest is charged and no payment is required on some loans until six months after the borrower ceases to be at least a half-time student. Repayment of loans may be scheduled over a 10-year period.
- WORK STUDY offers a limited number of part-time jobs on and off campus to students who qualify on the basis of need. Under this program, students are assigned work on campus, which is often in the nature of on-the-job training; the pay for the work is a portion of each student's financial aid package.
Evergreen Valley College offers a wide variety of scholarship opportunities, from our own scholarships designed specifically for Evergreen Valley College students, to a vast list of outside scholarship resources. Visit the EVC library or Transfer Center for the latest information and assistance in researching scholarship opportunities.
Transfer Center
The Transfer Center at EVC offers a highly visible and accessible location with resources helpful to both transfer and career students. Students are invited to research majors, careers, scholarships, jobs and other educational goals using the Eureka computerized program. The Center also supports a library of career/occupational information. Through the Transfer Admission Agreements program, students who meet transfer admission requirements are guaranteed priority registration upon admission to a four-year college such as San Jose State University, San Francisco State University, U.C. Santa Cruz, U.C Davis, Santa Clara University and many more.
Additional Information
Workshops are also presented on a regular basis on topics such as: application procedures, financial aid, scholarship writing, and résumé writing skills. Drop-ins are encouraged. The Teach for Tomorrow organization has a liaison in the Transfer Center. More information is available on the Transfer Success website.
ASSIST is a computerized student-transfer information system that can be accessed over the World Wide Web. It displays reports of how course credits earned at one California college or university can be applied when transferred to another. ASSIST is the official repository of articulation for California's colleges and universities and therefore provides the most accurate and up-to-date information available about student transfer in California. ASSIST is available at www.assist.org.
Meeting Practical Concerns
Campus Store
The EVC Campus Store
Monday - Thursday - 7:45am - 7:00pm
Friday - 7:45am - 2:00pm
The Evergreen Valley College Campus Store, located in the Gullo Student Center, carries in stock the textbooks and supplies needed for all classes offered each semester. The Bookstore also stocks a variety of goods and sundries most used by students. Used textbooks, although in limited quantities, can be purchased at significant savings. Students may return books purchased for the semester, provided they follow a clearly specified policy, which is well publicized. In addition, there are book buy-back periods offered during Finals, when books in usable condition may be sold back by students.
There is a 3% discount on supplies with a current A.S. Membership Sticker.
The Food Court
Fresh & Natural Cafe ( Food Court)
Monday - Thursday - 7:30am - 2:30pm
Friday - Closed
Fresh & Natural Cafe ( Gullo Student Center) is a great place to meet friends or relax between classes. Students regularly stop by for breakfast, a hot lunch, or refreshment breaks. Feast on grilled items, pizza, deli sandwiches, smoothies, hot entrees, espressos, salads from the salad bar, fresh fruit, pastries and more. The relaxed atmosphere provides a gathering place between classes. When the Food Court is closed, vending machine items are still available in the Campus Center as well as in other buildings across campus.
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The GhostBlind® Advantages:
Traditionally, hunters have used many concealment methods to hide themselves from wildlife while hunting. Customary methods include Tree Stands, Fabric Ground Blinds, Box Blinds, Elevated Box Blinds and Natural Blinds. Each of these methods has advantages and disadvantages.
The GhostBlind® has been designed to be an extra bullet in your hunting approach. Our Adaptive Camouflage System™ instantly changes to perfectly match any surrounding environment, any season. It is like having unlimited camo designs in one blind. Tree Stands and Conventional Ground Binds most definitely have their advantages and should be used when appropriate. The GhostBlind® is to be used when the above are not reasonable for the hunting circumstances. Many factors have been taken into consideration when designing GhostBlind® including, portability, instantaneous setup and hunting, invisibility, comfort and safety. The GhostBlind® Predator (4 panel blind) has shoot through ports which allow the hunter to shoot from a seated position.GhostBlinds® are perfect Wildlife Photography Blinds. Get closer to wildlife than you ever imagined. Works great for still photography or video. The GhostBlind® is lightweight and is easy to transport in and out of the field. Use with the Optional Deluxe Carry Bag to carry all of your wildlife photography equipment on your back keeping your hands free for your camera.
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Approximate location in the Logan Square neighborhood where two men were shot this evening. (April 22, 2012) |
Two men were seriously injured in a shooting in the Logan Square neighborhood this evening, authorities said.
The men, ages 27 and 53, were both shot in the leg about 8 p.m. in the 2700 block of West North Avenue, said Chicago Police News Affairs Officer Hector Alfaro.
Both victims were taken to Stroger Hospital in serious-to-critical condition, though their conditions were later stabilized, authorities said.
Police, citing early reports, said both victims were standing on the corner when they were struck by shots coming from a dark-colored sedan traveling east on North Avenue.
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rCube is a listening revolution, delivering high fidelity from a single, beautiful package that's portable and has wireless audio streaming.
rCube offers amazing sound from a cube smaller than a football. It's powerful enough for a party, but engineered to deliver exceptional clarity even at low volume.
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You may have discovered in the past months that Ultrabooks are considered to be the future of mobile computing. Intel has released this idea of a thin, light, powerful and correctly priced laptop that would represent the major leap laptops need to have in order to maintain fresh and attractive. And who wouldn't mind such a laptop. Furthermore Ultrabooks are desperately...
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[JURIST] The New Jersey Supreme Court [official website] Wednesday ruled [PDF text] that for the state to constitutionally take private property, it must show that the property is blighted. The high court's unanimous ruling eliminates the use of eminent domain [JURIST news archive] to take property that is merely "not fully productive." In Gallenthin Realty Development, Inc. v. Borough of Paulsboro, the town of Paulsboro had attempted to obtain and redevelop, by eminent domain, largely unused property that had been identified as wetlands. The court held:
Because the New Jersey Constitution authorizes government redevelopment of only "blighted" areas, the Legislature did not intend to apply [eminent domain] where the sole basis for redevelopment is that the property is "not fully productive." Rather, [eminent domain] applies only to areas that, as a whole, are stagnant and unproductive.


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Rome boutique hotel near St. Peter's Basilica
Near Sistine Chapel
Located in a quiet residential district of Rome, this modern hotel is 400 metres east of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel entrance and within 650 metres of the River Tiber and St. Peter's Basilica.
Lounge bar
Atlante Garden Hotel includes a bar-lounge, computer room, and breakfast room. Multilingual staff, concierge services, free wireless Internet access, and complimentary newspapers are available.
Individually decorated
The 70 air-conditioned guestrooms at the Atlante Garden Hotel feature striped fabric walls and highly polished furnishings and include satellite television and high-speed Internet access (surcharge).
Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!Atlante Garden Hotel Amenities
- General
Family owned and operated, Atlante Garden Hotel is a smoke-free hotel that attracts guests seeking easy access to Vatican City. A breakfast buffet is available each morning in the breakfast room (surcharge). A bar-lounge consists of 2 salons with brocade table linens, fresh flowers, and gold floral fabric wall coverings.
A computer in the living room provides high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the hotel lobby. Complimentary newspapers are provided and multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can advise on local attractions and sightseeing tours.
The hotel offers complimentary pick-up from Fiumicino - Leonardo Da Vinci Airport.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Concierge services
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Airport transportation - pickup (complimentary)
- Total number of rooms - 70
- Number of floors - 5
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Business services
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Coffee shop or café
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Currency exchange
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Internet point
- Computer station
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Business center
- One meeting/conference room
- Parking nearby (surcharge)
- Babysitting or childcare
- Luggage storage
- Laundry facilities
- Medical assistance available
- Multilingual staff
- Parking (surcharge)
- Rooftop terrace
- Porter/bellhop
- Snack bar/deli
- Smoke-free property
- Television in lobby
- Tour assistance
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Wireless Internet access (surcharge), Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
Parking (surcharge), Parking nearby (surcharge)
- Room Amenities
- Pay movies
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Minibar
- Air conditioning
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Climate control
- Soundproofed rooms
- Direct-dial phone
- Wake-up calls
- Daily housekeeping
- Complimentary toiletries
- Bidet
- Bathroom phone
- Handheld showerhead
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Satellite TV service
- Desk
- Window opens
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
- Wired high-speed Internet access (surcharge)
- Dining
A breakfast buffet is served each morning and includes pastries, meats, cheeses, and fresh Italian coffee (surcharges apply).
Atlante Garden Bar - Air-conditioned lounge consisting of 2 carpeted salons with brocade table linens, fresh flowers, gold floral-fabric walls. Open mid-morning to late night for cocktails.
The hotel does not have its own restaurant. However, guests can make reservations at the rooftop Les Etoiles and La Grand Place du Soleil, which are both located in the companion hotel, Hotel Atlante Star, 2 blocks away.
Atlante Garden Hotel Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is 10 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets allowed
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Fees
- Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
- A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.- Breakfast fee: EUR 12 per person (approximately)
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: EUR 5 (for 3 hours, rates may vary)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 999.99, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation. This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.


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Keep Moving Forward, Inc. utilizes an individualized intensive physical therapy strengthening program for children and adults with neurological and developmental delays through the use of the TheraSuit™ & Universal Exercise Unit. This combined approach combats the effects of deconditioning & immobilization while using the principles of intensive therapy and strength training.
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BAMF Like a Pamela and Tommy Lee sex tape you knew it had to happen at BAMF. Of course we are talking about the BAMF carbon 29er known as the Shit Kicker. This bike is dirty-deeerty! The public is starting to notice the BAMF bikes are the brass pole in the strip club where the action happens. The new carbon BAMF Shit Kicker is so special it is the only BAMF bike that comes with gold decals and the BAMF "Up Yours!" saddle and gold wheels. This bike is ready for the champagne room.
All the BAMF bikes are black (like the guys at BAMF are going to fight over color pallets) and come with minimal decal (sticker packs are not included). Bikes are a permanent fixture in their life and they pour that passion into their work. The Shit Kicker is the top of the line offering from BAMF.
The BAMF Shit Kicker monocoque carbon 29er is ready to hit it and get it! From the RockShox Sid RL fork (RockShox Reba RL fork on the 16"& 18" of the new model and all of the Closeout Model) to the SRAM X-9 2x10 components BAMF has this bike dialed. The big wheels have gained popularity and for a good reason. Riders are accepting the fact that big wheels roll over rough terrain better…and faster! Rolling on a 29er makes you wonder why they weren't popular sooner. They flat out haul on the trail. This BAMF 29er could easily work at Hooter's-bigger is better.
The Shit Kicker starts with a superlight 1300 gram monocoque carbon frame racing frame. The RockShox Sid RL suspension fork (RockShox Reba RL fork on the 16"& 18" of the new model and all of the Closeout Models) with Motion Control damping and lockout has a tall (29er humor) reputation for performance. The SRAM X.9 trigger shifters are paired with the SRAM X.9 rear derailleur and SRAM X.7 front derailleur providing a precise shifting partnership. At your fingertips you will also find the Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic brakes (Avid Juicy 3 hydraulic brakes on the Closeout Models). One finger (the middle being our favorite) braking keeps more digits on the grips. The SRAM S1400 crank with GXP Gutter Seal Technology reduces seal drag and increases bearing life. The cranks sports 2 rings (39/26) paired with a 11x32 SRAM PG-1050 cassette for a 2x10 combination to tackle all terrains. The throne for this whip is the BAMF "Up Yours!" racing saddle adding a nice touch of comfort for even the hardest of riders out there to appreciate.
The BAMF Frame
The BAMF's foundation is lightweight monocoque carbon creation with replaceable derailleur hanger, disc tabs and 1-1/8"-1.5" tapered integrated headset for a better tracking front end. The BAMF 29er geometry is tweaked to get the widest variety of body sizes on board. BAMF paid close attention to the head tube lengths to keep the front end low in conjunction with the taller wheels. Too many other companies just slapped any old head tube on their bikes and they ride like an old tricycle. The Shit Kicker rocks the RockShox Sid RL suspension fork (RockShox Reba RL fork on the 16"& 18" of the new model and all of the Closeout Models) with 100mm of travel for the perfect balance for the 29er geometry. The frame has a 31.6 seat post diameter and a 68mm English threaded bottom bracket.
The BAMF Fit
Sizing a 29er bike is no different, or more difficult, than any other style of bike. By reviewing the size chart you will see a measurement called the "Eff Top Tube", also known as the Effective Top Tube Measurement. This is what the top tube would measure if it was parallel to the ground. It is an imaginary line the runs from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube if the seat tube was extended like a traditional frame. The size chart also lists suggested heights for the different frame sizes. This is far more helpful in sizing a bike than standing over the top tube and pulling up on the handlebars (which tells you nothing about the fit of a bike-it just hurts the undercarriage). BAMF offers four sizes to accommodate riders large and small. It will be easy to find a fit for all of our customers.
The stem can also be flipped and adjusted for a lower back-friendly position to a more streamline position in minutes. The lower top tube keeps the center of gravity low and the makes for an easy approach to getting on the bike and railing the corners. This BAMF bike was designed with the user's needs and comfort as the #1 priority.
The BAMF Feel
This bike takes off faster than a certain NFL running back from a crime scene. You will immediately feel the difference in speed on the trail. The larger footprint in the corners will have you carving at higher speeds on the WTB Nano-Raptor tires. Ruts, rollers and dips are all but erased with the increased circumference of the wheel. The SRAM X.9 trigger shifters guide you through the gears with confidence and ease while the Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic brakes (Avid Juicy 3 hydraulic brakes on the Closeout Models) provide sure stopping power when it is needed. The best test is to take your new 29er out to your favorite trail and immediately you will discover the speed and handling difference. Do us a favor and really stick it to your friends!
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Giantnerd's Ready to Ride Genius Build is the most convenient and safe way to get a brand new bike delivered assembled directly from our in-house shop to your door.
When you choose the Genius Build, each bike is assembled, inspected and reviewed by one of our Genius Builders – a qualified, certified and knowledgeable mechanic. The bike is then placed assembled in our patented AirCaddy box ($100 value). The AirCaddy is a specially designed, reusable, high-density triangular cardboard box to make your online bike purchase experience fun, convenient and simple. Bikes arrive assembled and Ready to Ride with no special tools required and minimal set up. The AirCaddy can also be used for future trips and adventures on your bike.
Giantnerd's Home Delivery Experience including the Genius Build and the AirCaddy is best in the biz and makes us the only retailer that's Powered by Love!
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Giantnerd offers a fit guarantee and a 365 day return policy.
We have sized over 15,000 members on bikes and developed an exclusive algorithm for sizing. We have a 99% success rate when members follow our simple sizing chart height guidelines. Some members have expressed being in between sizes. Follow these simple guidelines if you are in between sizes.
The BAMF Bikes mission is straight: put together bikes for the roughest, most relentless, most intimidating crew on the street with style. They do it that way because it's exactly what you want. BAMF builds bikes for you—and no one else. Visit BAMF Bikes at www.bamfbikes.com and at their Facebook Page.
Recommended Use: | Owning the dirt and destroying the competition |
Manufacturer Warranty: | BAMF Limited Lifetime Warranty |
Weight: | 24.91lbs (20" Frame Without Pedals/Reflectors) |
Dimensions: | Frame Sizes: 16", 18", 20", 22" |
Material: | Carbon |
Bottom Bracket Compatibility : | 68mm English |
Bottom Bracket: | SRAM GXP External Bearing |
Brakes: | Avid Elixir 3 Hydraulic Brakes / Closeout Model: Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic |
Brake Type: | Hydraulic Disc |
Brakes Levers: | Avid Elixir 3 Levers / Closeout Model: Avid Juicy 3 Levers |
Brake Lever Material: | Aluminum |
Brake Mount Type: | Disc |
Cassette: | SRAM PG-1050 12x36 10-Speed Cassette (12-13-15-17-19-22-25-28-32-36) |
Chain: | SRAM PC-1030 with Power Lock |
Chainrings: | 39/26 (2x10 Drivetrain) |
Crankset: | SRAM S1400 10-Speed OCT Hollow Forged |
Crank BCD: | 80/120 |
Crank Arm Length: | 172.5mm (16" and 18" Frame), 175mm (20" and 22" Frame) |
Crank Bolt Pattern: | 4-Bolt |
Frame: | BAMF Bad Ass Carbon |
Frame Material: | Uni-Directional Carbon |
Fork: | New Model 20" & 22" RockShox Sid RL, 16" & 18" RockShox Reba RL / Closeout Model: RockShox Reba RL |
Fork Lock Type: | Turn Key Lockout |
Fork Rake: | 46mm |
Frame Travel: | 100mm |
Front Derailleur: | SRAM X-7, 10-Speed |
Front Derailleur Clamp/Brazeon: | Clamp |
Front Derailleur Clamp Diameter: | 34.9mm Clamp |
Front Derailleur Compatibility: | 10-Speed |
Handlebar: | Truvative Noir Team |
Handlebar Grips: | BAMF |
Handlebar Material: | Carbon |
Handlebar Width: | 600mm |
Headset: | Neco 1 18" to 1.5" |
Headset Diameter: | 1 1/8" to 1.5" |
Headset Type: | Integrated Threadless |
Hub: | BAMF Gold Digger Hubs |
Hub Spacing : | 135/100 |
Rear Derailleur: | SRAM X-9 10-Speed wtih Exact Acutation |
Rear Derailleur Cage Length: | Mid-Cage |
Rear Derailleur Speed: | 10-Speed |
Saddle: | BAMF Up Yours |
Seatpost : | BAMF |
Seat Collar Diameter: | 34.9mm |
Seatpost Diameter: | 31.8mm |
Seatpost Material: | Aluminum |
Seatpost Length: | 400mm |
Shift Lever Material: | Composite |
Shifters: | SRAM X-9, 2x10 |
Speeds: | 2 x 10 (20 Total Speeds) |
Stem: | BAMF Brass Knuckle |
Stem Length: | 90mm (16" frame), 100mm (18" 20" frames), 110mm (22" frame) |
Steerer Material: | Aluminum |
Suspension System: | RockShox Reba RL |
Stem Angle: | +/- 7 Degree |
Stem Material: | Aluminum |
Stem Clamp Diameter: | 31.8mm |
Rotor: | Avid |
Rotor Diameter : | 160mm |
Tires: | WTB Nano-Raptor 29 x 2.1 |
Tire Bead: | Folding Aramid |
Tire Size: | 29 x 2.1 |
Tubes: | Presta Valve |
Valve Stem Length: | 36mm |
Wheelset: | BAMF Gold Digger Hubs / Alex SX44 Rims |
Wheel Size: | 29" |
Wheel Axle Type: | QR |
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. --- It was a perfect storm Saturday, and California Baptist University rode right through it.
All the way to the Pacific West Conference Championship.
The formula was simple-win and they're champs. The setting was perfect-playing their final regular-season game at home, on Senior Day before a robust and enthusiastic crowd, against a team that beat them earlier in the year.
The result was storybook.
Honored at halftime, senior Ruben Sanchez scored his first career goal, senior Osvaldo Bastida scored the game-winning goal and the Lancers defeated Dixie State 3-1 to claim a share of the PacWest title in their first season in the conference.
"This is unreal," said Sanchez, who was making just his second start of the season and first since Sept. 17. "All we've done is work hard so to finally get this done my senior year is unreal. It couldn't have come at a better time. I appreciate all coach has done for us and for giving me a chance today."
The win improves the Lancers to 13-5 overall, 10-2 (30 points) PacWest. Up next are the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) West Regionals Nov. 17 and 19. CBU will host each day.
The Red Storm, who on Oct. 18 were 6-0 in conference play and in first place, conclude their season at 8-8-2, 7-5 (21 points), dropping five of their final six matches. It is the first time Dixie State has allowed three goals this year since its season opener against Cal Poly Pomona.
"We've had milestones along the way but haven't quite been able to get over the hump," said CBU Head Coach Ryan Jorden. "It's been a great year and to be in this situation to win it at home in front of a good crowd on Senior Day is fantastic."
The Lancers honored Sanchez, Bastida and Willie Rupert at halftime when the game was tied 1-1. The Lancers blew the roof off the game in the final 45 minutes.
And now they're PacWest Champions. It is the fourth conference title won by CBU teams in the last seven days.
"Ever since we came in here our goal was to be in this position with this program," said Rupert, who has started all of the Lancers' 72 games the past four seasons. "We've finally done it. We had a chance last year, but we finally got the job done this year. This is great."
Sanchez, who took advantage of a Jorden tradition of starting the seniors on Senior Day, scored just 15 minutes into the game. Marc Hope got down the left side and laced a ball across. It deflected off a Red Storm defender and right to the feet of Sanchez, who was standing at the top of the area.
Sanchez took a touch and beat Red Storm keeper Tyler Walters to the right post.
"Ruben scores goals in training, and we've been messing around with him playing up front," said Jorden. "We wanted to give him a run on Senior Day, and he did what he does all the time in training."
The Red Storm answered in the 26th minute when Jordan Roylance set himself up with a header, beat Joey Pacheco to the ball, touched to the middle, then took another touch and put the ball into an open net to equalize. It was Dixie State's lone first-half shot.
The second half, though, belonged to the Lancers.
Though each team took six shots apiece in the second half, the Lancers buried two of them.
In the 54th minute, Alex Anderson got the ball on the right side. He found Bastida, who was virtually alone in the middle right at the top of the area. Bastida, with his back to the goal, took a touch, turned and hit a blistering ball to the far post for what turned out to be the game-winner.
It was his 26th career goal and 11th of the season, a career-high.
"Ozzie's been doing that all year," said Jorden. "I couldn't be happier for the three seniors. They were all terrific today coming up with big performances on Senior Day. That shows the type of character they have."
While the seniors did the work early, the youngsters did the work late as Hope put the game on ice with an 83rd minute goal, burying a cross from the right side from Michael Salazar.
Seven minutes later, the celebration was on.


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COMMENCAL Insiders episode #2 : Rémy Absalon & Nicolas Quéré
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Two days to meet the Enduro COMMENCAL Superteam (Rémy Absalon and Nicolas Quéré) during a training in the Vosges in early July 2012 (East of France).
Additional footage on Megavalanche 2011 races (Alpes d'Huez & La Réunion) by Hervé Doulat / UCC.
Translation for subtitles by Sara Toussaint.