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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The celebrity judge shares his views on life and business during NACUSO's conference.
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — When it comes to getting breached, it's not a matter of if but when.
If money really does talk, then CUNA and NAFCU have been doing the financial equivalent of vocal exercises. The political action committees of both groups each ended last year with six-figure amounts in their coffers, as they gear up for an election year that features a large number of competitive races...
CUNA, NAFCU spread donations across parties, chambers.
Wait till next year. That's the motto of fans whose teams have a disappointing season, and it's also sums up the political strategies of CUNA and NAFCU.
During the first five months of 2011, CUNA's political action committee received $502,266 in contributions toward its efforts to influence the outcome of political campaigns, and NAFCU's fundraising efforts netted $53,669, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.
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CUNA's PAC raised $93,774 in April and NAFCU's raised $14,250, according to forms filed with the Federal Election Commission.
If money, as a former state official said, is the mother's milk of politics, neither major CU trade is in danger of being lactose deprived any time soon.
The sluggish economy caused CUNA and NAFCU PACs to raise less money, but they each had very different spending patterns during last year's campaigns.


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CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) -- The average price of gasoline has fallen 4 cents a gallon over the past two weeks and 20 cents since this time last year.
The Lundberg Survey of gas prices reports that nationwide a gallon of regular costs $3.56. Midgrade costs an average of $3.74 and premium is $3.88.
According to analyst Trilby Lundberg, the lower pump prices are largely a result of good domestic supplies reducing the impact of higher foreign oil prices.
Of the cities surveyed in the Lower 48 states, Charleston, S.C., has the nation's lowest average price for regular at $3.22. The Long Island, N.Y., region has the highest at $3.82.
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Martha Jefferson Hospital is making it easier for expecting parents to get information about childbirth without having to take a trip to the hospital.
The hospital is now offering a childbirth class online. Once parents register, they get a password and will have access to the site for 30 days.
They can learn about the discomforts of labor, managing labor, understanding medications, cesarean section births, postpartum depression after delivery and more.
Betsy Collins who coordinates the class says this can be a convenient option for parents who aren't always located in the same place.
"Today our families are scattered. They live an hour away. Some of them, the support person is working out of town for the week and they come home on the weekends. Our folks are working 2 and 3 jobs. So, the evening classes are just not suitable. We heard that and wanted to give you an option," said Betsy Collins, Coordinator of Maternity Education, Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Collins says there's a lot of childbirth information on the internet, but often times it's not always accurate. The goal of this new class is to get correct information out there to expecting parents.
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NEW YORK (AP) - A judge in Geneva has rejected an application from Shakira's ex-boyfriend seeking rights to one of her bank accounts.
Antonio de La Rua claims he should have access to one of Shakira's accounts because it holds most of the assets from their business partnership.
The judge says in documents dated June 17 and obtained by The Associated Press that Shakira is the sole owner of the account.
De La Rua has worked as one of Shakira's business advisers. He says he and the Colombian singer established an oral agreement to work professionally following their romantic split in 2011.
The judge says de La Rua doesn't have enough evidence to prove the two reached a professional agreement.
De La Rua also filed lawsuits in New York and Los Angeles.
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August Update:
X32I has been in a rather slow pace for the past few months, due to many problems within my life, and for other members, thus not much has been done. However things are starting to get back on track now, and production has resumed.
In this update we have a few pieces of work that have been produced lately, and some music from the CE2 version of the project.
In-Engine Hanger Bay shot:
Concept, created, and textured by Phil Booth, almost a one man army it seems. As you can see this WIP hanger bay is coming along very nicely, and will be the area where you customise your player ship with new parts you acquire along your journey, and interact with a few of the NPC's working within the hanger bay it self.
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Concept art created by Paul Tallon, this shows you the design of the player suit, which is designed to withstand the harshness of space, in-case the cockpit was to become compromised.
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dont know if i asked this before, but will the game be free? if not, will there be a beta where you have one MP map, and one SP with bots? dont really know if it is like battlefield. :)
No it wont be free, and there may be a BETA, depends on several factors.
get rid of the wings, all i have to say. no aerodynamics in space
No wings in space? No chicken wings?
OMG, wings in space! Impossible!
Wrong link... Anyway:
Yes we know, and no we wont get rid of them. :)
Actualy aero dinamics are actualy important,because in space there is radiation and radiation are also particles so if you go fast in space youl probavly damage your spaceship and that applies to nebulas,even there is no air but still its important to evade some "resitance" to stop you from moving faster and if you god damaged engine its reccomendable that your ship is airdinamical if you want to land somewhere.
New Twitter account for Vertical Horizons Software, we will be posting stuff on there, that will be exclusive to twitter and similar sites.
I like your concept and the art, tracking.
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Florida resident George Zimmerman has reportedly surrendered to police after a judge revoked his controversial April bail bond heading into the weekend.
Details on his return to police custody landed online Sunday (June 3) afternoon.
George Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch volunteer charged with murder in the killing of Trayvon Martin, surrendered to police Sunday and was booked into jail after having his bail revoked two days earlier. Zimmerman's legal team said in a tweet that he was in police custody. Zimmerman's bail was revoked because the judge said he and his wife lied to the court about their finances so he could obtain a lower bond. On Sunday afternoon, about 40 minutes before the 2:30 p.m. deadline to surrender, Zimmerman was listed as an inmate on the jail website. He was listed as being held without bail and having $500 in his jail account. (NPR)
Although headed back to jail, Zimmerman's defense team plan to address the revoked bail bond.
The judge revoked Zimmerman's bond, suggesting he and his wife had not been honest about their finances. During a bond hearing in April, the couple had indicated they had limited funds. But prosecutors say Zimmerman had raised thousands through a website he had set up for his legal defense. Zimmerman's legal team said Sunday that they will ask for a new bond hearing to address those concerns, and that they hope Zimmerman's voluntary surrender will show he is not a flight risk. Furthermore, the money Zimmerman has raised is in an independent trust and cannot be directly accessed by Zimmerman or his attorneys, according to the press release. (Tampa Bay)
Reports of Zimmerman's bond issue became public knowledge on Friday.
George Zimmerman was ordered back to jail on Friday for misleading the court at his bond hearing about his finances. Seminole County Circuit Court Judge Kenneth Lester revoked the bail for Zimmerman — who is facing a second-degree murder charge in the shooting death of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin of Miami Gardens — after finding that Zimmerman and his wife concealed their access to a $200,000 account during a bail hearing in April. (Miami Herald)
He was released from a Florida jail on April 23rd.
George Zimmerman was released around midnight Sunday from a Florida county jail on $150,000 bail as he awaits his second-degree murder trial for fatally shooting Trayvon Martin. The neighborhood watch volunteer was wearing a brown jacket and blue jeans and carrying a paper bag. He walked out following another man and didn't look over at photographers gathered outside. He then followed the man into a white BMW vehicle and drove away. Moments before, two Seminole County sheriff's vehicles blocked access to the intake building parking lot where Zimmerman was being released. Zimmerman emerged after two public information officers confirmed the credentials of the photographers outside. (Fox News)


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A vengeful beast of legend has been sealed deep within a cave for more than one thousand years. Nearby in a remote forest outpost, young ranger Danielle St. Clair (Cerina Vincent of CABIN FEVER) is struggling to confront dark demons of her own.
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Exclusive: HTC One Mini M8 leaked by retailers
We've known for quite a while that HTC One (M8) will have a little brother like its predecessor. HTC One mini 2 or whatever it might be called has been rumored and leaked since February. Now we've got assurance that it indeed is coming – and we have a price as well!
According to rumors the smaller version of M8 will sport the same aluminum body but the display has been reduced to 4.5 inches. The resolution of the display is said to be 720p, the SOAC is Snapdragon 400 instead of 801 and the camera loses its UltraPixel name but gains megapixels (13mpix vs 4mpix).
According to the two different online retailers in Finland the model will be released next Tuesday, May 13th. It will be priced at around 520 euros which is a whopping $720 and approximately $580 before taxes. That doesn't sound too inexpensive for a smartphone with a 720p display.
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Professional Writing
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- Workplace Writing
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Many people engage in specific types of writing, particularly non-academic and technology-based writing, that they might not even think of as "writing." But these specific types of writing--such as emails and web-based writing--require writers to meet certain guidelines in order to be effective. This section provides resources for writing emails, writing for the web, and writing for the job search.
Also see: Writing in the Disciplines for specific types of academic writing in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences | Conducting Research for resources on how to write a research paper | Writing with Technology for information on free online tools, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
Note for Montclair State University Students: MSU's Center for Career Services & Cooperative Education also offers assistance with writing related to career and graduate school applications. See their in-person workshop schedule, online workshops, and resources page. Also, check out their video on writing an e-resume and their free resume assistance program, Optimal Resume.
Email is one of the dominant ways people communicate at home, work, and school. Even though email is used for both formal and informal communications, one needs to consider the setting and audience when composing a message. In other words, it may be appropriate to use a casual tone in an email to a friend, but that tone may be inappropriate when making a formal request of a professor. These resources address such issues involved in email etiquette.
The Art of Netiquette (University of Iowa) "The following is a list of some of the more common rules associated with Netiquette to help you effectively communicate with others electronically."
Email Etiquette (Purdue OWL)
"Although instant and text/SMS messaging is beginning to supplant email for some groups' primary means of Internet communication, effective and appropriate email etiquette is still important. This resource will help you to become an effective writer and reader/manager of email."
Email Tune-up (businessenglishpod.com)
Posted on YouTube | April and November 2008
A series of video podcasts for ESL students who want to improve their business email writing skills. Here is a list of several of these 9-10 minute videos.
- Email Tune-up 01: Overview (9:43)
- Email Tune-up 02: Asking for Feedback (9:21)
- Email Tune-up 04: Bad News Messages (10:49)
Email Writing (Texas A&M University Writing Center)
Includes audio, a transcript, and tips for writing an email based on the email's intended recipient.
How to Practice Email Etiquette (Tracy Goodwin, expertvillage.com)
Posted on YouTube: September 25, 2008
Series of short (1 - 1 1/2 minute) videos on email etiquette in a business environment. Here is a list of segments in this series:
- Attachments (1:24)
- Greetings & Closings in E-Mails (1:13)
- Order of Importance & E-mail Etiquette - (1:12)
- Signatures (1:24)
- Writing E-Mail Subject Lines (1:19)
General Tutorials on Web Content, Writing for Web Sites "The tutorials below cover how visitors read content on the Web and how to write effectively for the Web. See also below for specific topics: Writing 'About Us' Content for the Web and Writing Headlines and Titles for the Web."
Writing for the Web (Nielsen Norman Group, Dr. Jakob Nielsen) A list of articles related to "Writing for Web."
Writing for the Web: The Blog of Writing for the Web (4th ed.) Blog posts related to Writing for the Web, 4e by Crawford Kilian.
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- Cover Letters
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- References and Recommendations
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General Resources
Action Verbs
- What is an action verb? (Purdue OWL) An explanation of why we should use action verbs when writing professionally and applying to jobs.
- Categorized List of Action Verbs (Purdue OWL) "This categorized list contains only a few action verbs you can use to compose concise, persuasive, reader-centered resumes, cover letters, or other types of workplace documents. The examples are illustrations that overview the uses of action verbs in professional writing."
- List of Action Verbs for Resumes & Professional Profiles (Wake Forest University) (PDF) A list of action verbs categorized according to skill sets.
Determining Audience (Purdue OWL) "This handout provides information on how to tailor your employment documents to a specific audience."
Example Employment Documents (Purdue OWL) (PDF) This PDF contains "examples of resumes, CVs, and cover letters for a variety of disciplines." It is annotated with comments on organization, grammar, layout, language, and other useful tips.
Identifying Your Strengths Worksheet (Florida Gulf Coast University, Career Development Services) (PDF) A worksheet that prompts you to assess your transferable skills and personal qualities and provide examples of them. This type of self-evaluation prepares you for writing your cover letter, writing your resume, and answering interview questions.
Job Interview Worksheets (The Resource Center for Technology) (PDF) A collection of worksheets that can assist job seekers in defining their objectives, collecting information for their resumes, writing their cover letters, filling out application forms, and acing their interviews.
Job Skills Checklist (Purdue OWL) "The following is a sample list of skills found in a cross section of careers. Circle every skill that applies to you. Jot down examples of situations in your working life that demonstrate this skill. Then try to incorporate these skills into your resume and/or cover letter."
Know your strengths and weaknesses before you search (Debra Auerbach, CareerBuilder) An article about how to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses before applying for jobs and how this preparation will benefit you.
Reading and Using Job Ads (Purdue OWL) This resource discusses the organization and language used in job ads, along with strategies for critically reading and understanding ads.
Tailoring Documents (Purdue OWL) "This handout provides information on how to tailor your employment documents to a specific audience."
Cover Letters
A Cover Letter Is (Montclair State University Center for Career Services & Cooperative Education)
This link describes the purpose and form of a cover letter. It also includes a link to sample letters in Optimal Resume.
Cover Letters 1: Quick Tips (Purdue OWL Workplace Writers) "This page provides a down-and-dirty guide to writing cover letters. Here you will find brief answers and lists of what you should include in a cover letter, how to order and format such a letter, and what to do before sending it out."
Cover Letters 2: Preparing to Write (Purdue OWL Workplace Writers) "Before you start to write a cover letter, you should gather information about yourself, the company, and the job. This page will help you learn what kind of information to find, where to find it, and how and why to use that information to 'sell yourself' in a cover letter."
Cover Letters 3: Writing Your Cover Letter (Purdue OWL Workplace Writers) This page includes information on writing your heading, addressing your cover letter, and writing your introduction, body, and closing paragraphs.
Guide: Curriculum Vitae (Writing@CSU) A step-by-step guide to writing your CV. Use the navigation bar on the right to view different categories.
Resume and Cover Letter Writing: Curriculum Vitae (Marquette University, Career Services Center) Describes how a CV differs from a resume and how to compile information for your CV.
Resumes (NC State University Career Development Center) Here you can watch an introductory video to writing resumes, fill out a resume worksheet, and view sample resumes.
Resumes and Vitas (Purdue OWL) "These OWL resources will help you compose effective résumés and Curriculum Vitae for your job search. This section includes resources on page design (which includes using white space, headings, and fonts), as well as resources on tailoring your résumé for specific employers. This section also contains links to other OWL resources geared for working class positions."
Sample Curriculum Vitae (About.com) Here are some CV examples, formats, and templates for academic, IT, medical, and international positions, among others.
Writing Curriculum Vitae (About.com) Includes information on when to use a CV and how it differs from a resume.
Writing the Curriculum Vitae (Purdue OWL) "This handout provides an overview of strategies for writing an effective curriculum vitae. This topic is particularly important for graduate students who are entering the academic job market for the first time."
100 Potential Interview Questions (Thad Peterson, Monster.com) "While there are as many different possible interview questions as there are interviewers, it always helps to be ready for anything. So we've prepared a list of 100 potential interview questions. Will you face them all? We pray no interviewer would be that cruel. Will you face a few? Probably. Will you be well-served by being ready even if you're not asked these exact questions? Absolutely."
"Employment Interview Preparation: A Writing-to-Learn Approach" (Katharine Hansen, Quintessential Careers) (PDF) "Many career experts, including the authors, agree that job-seekers are better prepared and perform better in job interviews when they have written and rehearsed answers to common interview questions. Novice job-seekers, such as college students, often have little or no interviewing experience, and because of this inexperience, some college instructors assign various interviewing-related projects to students. This article suggests that many of the techniques used to aid students, such as mock interviews, are not only successful, but based on solid theory taken from a variety of fields. This article synthesizes the literature and describes one approach to enhancing our students' preparation for the job market."
Job Interview Questions Worksheet (Joliet Junior College, Career Services) (PDF) A handout of frequently asked interview questions with space for you to fill out your responses.
Preparing for a job interview (CBS) Posted by CBS News on January 12, 2012 | length: 4:21 "Ed Muzio, CEO of Group Harmonics, unveils a three-step model on how best to prepare for a job interview." He describes how to extract information from the job description, provide evidence of your skills, anticipate interview questions, and prepare questions to ask the prospective employer.
Telephone interviews & screening (Virginia Tech, Career Services) A list of some of the best practices for phone interviews from how to prepare to your tone of voice and mannerisms during the interview.
References and Recommendations
Asking someone to be your reference or write you a letter of recommendation:
Applicant Request for a Reference (Purdue OWL) Here are some suggestions for contacting people you wish to serve as references for you.
How to Ask for a Reference (Alison Doyle, About.com) Here are some suggestions for asking someone to serve as a reference for you and creating your reference list.
Letter of Recommendation: How to Ask for It (Peterson's Company) Tips on choosing your recommenders, asking for the letter, and sending a thank you.
Letters of Recommendation – Letters of Reference: Personal and Professional Letter Samples and Templates (Savetz Publishing) "155 letter of recommendation templates you can download and print for free. We have tips on writing letters of recommendation and as well as templates including letters of recommendation and letters of reference for employment, college and graduate school, adoption, apartment rental, and other personal and professional situations."
Sample Reference Request Letter (Alison Doyle, About.com) This is a very basic template for writing a letter/e-mail asking someone to serve as a reference for you. You might also want to describe the position you are applying for and attach your current resume to the e-mail.
Tips for Obtaining Letters of Recommendation (University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Psychology Department) (PDF) This site offers "general guidelines for asking someone to write a letter of recommendation. Check with your recommender to determine whether she or he has specific guidelines."
Serving as a reference or recommendation:
Guidelines for Writing Letters of Recommendation (Linda Kaiser of the University of Missouri; Retrieved from Clemson University, Center for Career and Professional Development) (PDF) A two-page handout on what to include in the opening, body, and conclusion of a letter of recommendation. The PDF also contains a sample letter.
How to Be a Good Reference for an Employee, Student, or Friend (Cristine Travis, Yahoo Voices) "Being a reference isn't as simple as it used to be because references are no longer asked to simply verify a few simple facts. And references are being required for more and more positions, from volunteer work to low level internships. If you're in a position of authority, odds are good that sooner or later someone will ask you to be a reference for them. If you like the person, trust their work, and want to help them get into school, get a new job, or get an internship, here's what you can do to be a good reference."
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation (California State University, Long Beach, Center for Scholarship Information) Suggestions from Harvard College and Monster.com for writing letters of recommendation for your students, employees, coworkers, and friends.
How to Write a Recommendation Letter (Susan M. Heathfield, About.com) Useful tips on what to include/not include in a letter of recommendation.
"If your reference says this, you'll get a job" (Amy Levin-Epstein, CBS) This article explains what you can do to prepare your references to speak about you or, if you are serving as a reference for someone, what you can say to help the person sound like a top candidate.
Top 10 Sample Recommendation Letters (Karen Schweitzer, About.com) "Writing a recommendation letter for someone else is a huge responsibility and getting everything just right is important. If you are seeking inspiration, the following sample recommendation letters should help. These sample recommendations are the most popular samples on the site."
Correspondence with Prospective Employers
Acceptance Letter (Purdue OWL) General guidelines for what to include in a letter/e-mail when you are accepting a job offer.
Follow-Up After No Response to an Interview (Purdue OWL) General guidelines for what to include in a follow-up letter/e-mail when you have not heard back from a company after an interview.
Follow-Up to an Interview (Purdue OWL) General guidelines for what to include in a follow-up letter/e-mail after an interview along with a model letter.
How to Write a Letter of Interest for a Job (Randy O. Williams, eHow) The transcript of an interview with Charles Purdy, editor of Monster, about how to write a letter of interest to a prospective employer.
Inquiry about Cover Letter and Resume (Purdue OWL) General guidelines for what to include in an inquiry letter/e-mail when you have not received a response to your job application. This site also provides a model letter.
Letter of Interest Sample (Alison Doyle) An example of a letter/e-mail you would write to a company that has not advertised specific openings. This letter allows you to inquire about potential openings, emphasize your interest in the company, and highlight your skill set.
Letter When You Receive a Rejection (Purdue OWL) "Consider writing a letter even when you receive a rejection. Sometime later when you have had additional experience or training, you may want to apply to the firm once more. The letter shows that you were extremely interested in working for the particular company and states your interest in applying for another position at a later date." This site offers suggestions about what to include in this letter/e-mail.
Model for Writing a Request for Further Negotiations (Purdue OWL) An example of how to professionally and politely discuss a job offer you would like to negotiate.
Rejection of Job Offer (Purdue OWL) General guidelines for what to include in a letter/e-mail when you are not accepting a job offer.
Telephone use and issues in your job search (Virginia Tech, Career Services) Tips for maintaining good phone etiquette during your job search.
Three Simple Rules for Emailing Potential Employers (Peter Weddle, CareerCast) An article about how to converse with prospective employers that includes three key tips: use formal language, pay attention to your tone, and think about how you're representing yourself.
Writing Professional Letters (University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Career Services) (PDF) This document discusses the structure and content of different correspondence between you and your prospective employer. Some topics include an interview confirmation letter, a post interview thank you letter, and job offer acceptance/declination/clarification letters. Sample letters are located at the end of the document.
10 tips for writing a grad school personal statement (Billie Streufert, USA Today) "While you cannot change your grade point average or entrance exam scores, you have complete control over the contents of your personal statement. There are many applicants and few spots, so work diligently to persuade readers that you fit their program given your qualifications, interests and professional goals. Use the tips below to prepare and refine your essay."
How to Write a Law School Personal Statement (Ann Levine, U.S. News & World Report) An article that discusses the myths of writing personal statements for law school.
Writing a Personal Statement (Binghamton University, Career Development Center) (PDF) Includes strategies for focusing your essay, prewriting questions, resources, and tips.
Writing a Personal Statement (George Mason University, The Writing Center) A list of rhetorical questions to ask yourself when preparing a personal statement.
Writing the Personal Statement (Purdue OWL) "This handout provides information about writing personal statements for academic and other positions." It includes rhetorical questions to ask yourself before you begin writing and helpful advice. The following sections are also excellent resources:
- Advice from Admissions Representatives (Purdue OWL) Read about what admissions officers from different colleges say they're looking for in an admissions essay or statement.
- Examples of Successful Statements (Purdue OWL) Two personal statement examples that can serve as resources for writers composing their own personal statements.
- Personal Statement: Top 10 Rules and Pitfalls (Purdue OWL) As the title suggests, this source lists some "dos" and "don'ts" for writing a personal statement.
Writing Personal Statements (University of Delaware, Career Services Center) (PDF) An overview of writing personal statements with general tips, a suggested process, self-reflective questions, and a list of "dos" and "don'ts."
Writing Your Medical School Personal Statement (The Princeton Review) A brief list of tips for writing a personal statement when you're applying to medical school.
Common Problems with IRB Applications (Montclair State University, IRB) The Montclair State University IRB has compiled a list of common issues with applications they review. Here is a list of these issues and a description of the measures you can take when completing your application to avoid them.
How do I improve my consent's "readability," or lower its "reading level"? (Montclair State University, IRB) (PDF) This document explains how to test your document's readability according to the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level and the steps you can take to improve its readability.
How to Prepare an IRB Application (Timothy J. Williamson, CGU, The Writing Center) (PDF) These PowerPoint slides, in the form of a PDF, provide an overview of the purpose and components of an IRB application.
"Identifying and Avoiding Bias in Research" (Christopher J. Pannucci and Edwin G. Wilkins, National Institutes of Health) In the second section of this article, "Pre-trial bias," you can learn about "the importance of clearly defining both risk and outcome, the necessity of standardized protocols for data collection, and the concepts of selection and channeling bias." Clearly defining, acknowledging, and/or avoiding non-intentional bias in your research design will help you submit a well-planned and thorough IRB application.
Institutional Review Board (IRB) Application Samples (California State University, San Marcos) This website contains PDFs of IRB applications submitted to the IRB at California State University. Although IRB forms vary from one institution to another, many of the categories on the forms are similar. Reviewing these forms can provide you with a sense of the appropriate language, tone, and detail involved in a formal research application.
Montclair State University: Institutional Review Board (Montclair State University, IRB) "The purpose of this website is to provide investigators and the research community at MSU with the information and materials that are needed to obtain IRB approval of research that involves human participants."
Readability-Score.com (Added Bytes) Copy and paste your text into the blank field, and this site will instantly generate its Flesch-Kincaid Reading Level, Gunning-Fog Score, Coleman-Liau Index, SMOG Index, and Automated Readability Index. It will produce an average grade level based on these scores. Text statistics, such as character and word counts, are calculated as well.
Tips to Reduce IRB Application Turnaround Time (The University of Mississippi, IRB) These tips from the University of Mississippi include some best practices for all researchers submitting IRB applications.
Example Prospectus (University of Southern Mississippi, Honors College) This site includes links to 10 prospectus examples from different disciplines. When you click on an example, it will open in a new window as a PDF.
How Theses Get Written: Some Cool Tips (Steve Easterbrook, University of Toronto) (PDF) These presentation slides offer tips for writing your thesis and insights into how your examiner/advisor might review or comment on your work.
How to Organize your Thesis (John W. Chinneck, Carleton University) This page highlights the importance of graduate research, offers a generic thesis structure, and provides some suggestions for writing your thesis.
How to Write an Abstract/Prospectus (UNLV, Writing Center) This page explains the differences between an abstract and prospectus and discusses the components of each.
Resources for Dissertators (University of Wisconsin – Madison, The Writing Center) "This page lists some useful books and websites for graduate students working on dissertations."
Thirty Tips For Dissertation Writing (Steve Tjoa, Stanford University) In this post, Tjoa presents 30 tips for writing a dissertation from Dr. Rachna Jain, a dissertation coach.
Time Management Tips for Dissertation Writing (Elizabeth Gritter, UNC Chapel Hill; Retrieved from St. Cloud State University) (PDF) In this handout, Gritter presents time management strategies for people who are writing their dissertations.
Writing a Prospectus (University of Florida) This page includes general tips for writing a prospectus, along with questions to get you started and a generic structure template.
Writing and Presenting Your Thesis or Dissertation (Joseph Levine, Michigan State University) "Instead of examining such aspects as identifying appropriate sample size, field testing the instrument and selecting appropriate statistical tests, this guide looks at many of the quasi-political aspects of the process. Such topics as how to select a supportive committee, making a compelling presentation of your research outcomes and strategies for actually getting the paper written are discussed."
Writing the Thesis (Mark C. Griffin, San Francisco State University) (PDF) "This guide is designed to give you a procedural outline for working on your thesis. Every thesis project will have special considerations that are not covered here. You should consult with your committee early and frequently to resolve how to handle these special considerations." The format and documentation of your project will vary based upon your school and discipline.
Writing Tips for a Master's Thesis (Erin Schreiner, eHow) Here are six suggestions for writing your master's thesis.
Book Proposals (Purdue OWL) Includes guidelines, pre-writing strategies, and tips to make your proposal stand out.
Planning and Organizing Proposals and Technical Reports (Richard Johnson-Sheehan, Purdue OWL) (PDF) An extensive guide to planning for a proposal, from identifying your purpose and audience to drafting your conclusion. This resource includes charts you can fill in while you're preparing to write. The second half of the PDF (p. 18-end) provides tips for writing a technical report.
Resources for Proposal Writers (University of Wisconsin – Madison, The Writing Center) "This page lists some useful books and websites for graduate students working on research proposals."
Sample Academic Proposals from the Purdue OWL (Purdue OWL) (PDF) Includes sample proposals for conferences, articles, and book chapters.
Sample Conference Proposals (CGU Writing Center) Here "you will find three sample conference proposals: two abstracts for individual papers and one panel proposal. The two individual abstracts differ in length; one is fairly substantial, and the other gives a 250-word description of the writer's argument. The third sample, a proposal for a full panel, provides an overview of the session's overall thrust--what do these papers mean when seen as part of a unit?"
Submitting the Conference Proposal (Purdue OWL) Tips for formatting, saving, and sending a conference proposal.
Things to Remember When Writing Your Conference Proposal Abstract (University of Notre Dame Writing Center) (PDF) A handout that discusses the most important components of a conference proposal.
Writing Academic Proposals: Conferences, Articles, and Books (Purdue OWL) A guide to writing conference proposals.
Writing the Academic Conference Proposal (Jennifer Sano-Franchini, GradHacker) An article about writing an effective conference proposal by considering your audience, discipline, and conference theme. It also includes examples of how to articulate the ways your research challenges, complicates, or takes a different approach to existing work in the field.
4 Editing & Proofreading Techniques for Your Novel (Courtney Carpenter, Writer's Digest) "Joseph Bates, author of The Nighttime Novelist, shares tips for editing and proofreading a novel or book."
The 10 Dos and Don'ts of Writing a Query Letter (Brian A. Klems, Writer's Digest) "While query letters vary a little depending on who the agent is (and their guidelines) and what type of book you're writing (novel, nonfiction, poetry, etc.), there are many elements that remain the same. That's why I've developed this list of dos and don'ts to help you navigate what's really important to include in your pitch and, also, what should be avoided at all costs. By sticking to these 10 specific dos and don'ts of writing a query letter, you'll give yourself the best opportunity to find success and land an agent."
10 Proofreading Tips for Self-Publishers (Anna Lewis, PBS) "No matter how many times you've read through your work, it's amazing how often errors can sneak through to the final stages. The problem: You're so familiar with the text that you see what you think you have written rather than what you actually wrote. For this reason, at the very least, it's good to ask a few friends to help you proofread. Don't forget to carefully proofread the cover, copyright, and title pages as well as any indices, tables of contents, and dedications — mistakes in these areas happen surprisingly often. So, short of hiring a professional proofreader, what else can you do to make sure your book is as close to perfect as possible? Here are some tips."
Anatomy of a Query Letter: A Step-by-Step Guide (Writer's Relief Staff, Huffington Post) "When submitting book queries, your letter has precious little time to grab the attention of the literary agent reading it. If you don't get to the meat of the book right away, your query might end up in the recycling bin. The following guidelines will help you compose a letter that will keep agents' attention long enough to give your manuscript a fighting chance."
Author's Permission Guidelines (The University of Chicago Press) Most of the information regarding permissions on this site is not particular to The University of Chicago Press. This page can help any writer who wants to know more about copyright, fair use, public domain, and when permission is needed for previously published materials.
From Manuscript to Printed Page: How to Get Published (Betsy Lampe, Rainbow Books Inc.) (PDF) This handout describes the different types of publishers and offers tips for writers looking to submit their work.
How to Write the Perfect Query Letter (Brian Klems, Writer's Digest) Here you'll find an example of a successful query letter, followed by an agent's comments.
Preparing Articles for Publication in Peer-Reviewed Journals (Siobhan Bowler, American College of Preventative Medicine) (PDF) "This paper focuses on preparing articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Four areas of article preparation are covered: (1) what you should be thinking about when selecting a journal for your paper and at what stage you should start thinking of journals; (2) style guides and the most important things you need to follow in journal style guides; (3) simple ways in which you can improve clarity when writing papers; [and] (4) what happens to your paper once you send it to the journal and the various types of responses you can expect to receive."
Preparing Manuscripts for Publication in Psychology Journals: A Guide for New Authors (APA) (PDF) "This guide provides an overview of the process of preparing and submitting a scholarly manuscript for publication in a psychology journal. Drawing on the experiences of authors of scholarly writings, peer reviewers, and journal editors, we seek to demystify the publication process and to offer advice designed to improve a manuscript's prospects of publication. To exemplify the process, we describe specific publication procedures for journals of the American Psychological Association."
Abstracts (UNC at Chapel Hill, The Writing Center) "This handout provides definitions and examples of the two main types of abstracts: descriptive and informative. It also provides guidelines for constructing an abstract and general tips for you to keep in mind when drafting. Finally, it includes a few examples of abstracts broken down into their component parts."
Abstracts (University of Wisconsin – Madison, The Writing Center) Structured as a Q&A, this page addresses the definition, purpose, content, and form of an abstract.
Abstracts: Examples (University of Wisconsin – Madison, The Writing Center) "Here are some very successful sample abstracts from a range of different disciplines written by advanced undergraduate students."
Writing Abstracts (Indiana University Bloomington, Writing Tutorial Services) This site includes tips for writing and polishing your abstract and describes the components of informative and indicative abstracts.
Writing Report Abstracts (Purdue OWL) "This handout discusses how to write good abstracts for reports. It covers informational and descriptive abstracts and gives pointers for success."
All About Grants Podcast (NIH, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) "The Office of Extramural Research (OER) talks to NIH staff members about the ins and outs of NIH funding. Designed for investigators, fellows, students, research administrators, and others just curious about the application and award process, we provide insights on grant topics from those who live and breathe the information. Episodes are available as mp3s for download here, or via RSS feed."
The Foundation Center "We help grantseekers, grantmakers, researchers, policymakers, the media, and the general public better understand the field of philanthropy. Our web site is designed to guide you quickly to the information you are looking for—instruction on funding research, help with proposal writing, tools for locating prospective funders, news and research on the field, or a library or training class near you."
Grant Writing (Purdue OWL) "This resource provides a general introduction to grant writing and provides information on how to ensure clarity in grant proposals." The page is divided into three subpages:
- Introduction to Grant Writing
- Specificity in Writing: Say Exactly What You Mean
- Clarity in Writing: Avoiding the Department of Redundancy Department
Grants and Funding: Grants Process Overview (NIH, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) "Any successful project requires planning, development, implementation, and follow-through. Obtaining NIH funding for your research idea is no exception. The Grants Process Overview below provides an overview of the steps required for an application to proceed from application planning and submission through award and close out. Look to the related resources on each page for special guidance from NIH experts that can help maximize your understanding of the grants process and help you submit a successful grant application."
Grants.gov (grants.gov) Search for federal grants and learn about the process of applying for federal grants.
GrantSpace "GrantSpace, a service of the Foundation Center, offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of nonprofits worldwide in need of know-how for securing funding and operating effective organizations."
Grantwriter FAQs (Puget Sound Grantwriters Association) Responds to many frequently asked questions about grant writing, from how to become a freelance grantwriter to how to find corporate and government grants.
Research Funding: Samples and Examples (NIH, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) "List of all samples and examples that are part of the grant application from NIAID and NIH."
What is in a Grant Proposal? (Grant Writing Resources, Inc.) Outlines the standard components of a grant proposal.


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American Idol Rocker James Durbin Performs Live at The Canyon
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The last date listed for James Durbin of American Idol was Thursday August 9, 2012 / 7:00pm (Doors Open at 6:00pm).
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Food is never great at Canyon Club, and over-priced to boot. Dine elsewhere if possible, though to guarantee a table seat you must dine in.Martha Davis and The Motels dining • Sep 29 2014 star this tip starred
We went to Maria's Italian on Kanan Road next to the Ralph's Market. Prices are reasonable and service is quick.Eagles Tribute Band The Long Run dining • Aug 27 2014 star this tip starred
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I like the venue but last night the sound was not giving James Durbin the support he needed to really shine. He could not be heard well and he had trouble with the mike. Regardless of this, I admire James and thought he did a great job but could have been spectacular if he had better sound support.
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This was a good show. James has an excellent vocal range and a good band. His screams were killer and he did a good Dio song ("Rainbow In The Dark"- here's to metal!). For some reason, I can't help but think it would have sounded a lot better...continued
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Great show. The guy is so talented!
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James Durbin was amazing such a great preformer. Didn't like the three bands that came on b4 him goldstar should of said something about the opening acts.


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Motivating Health Behaviour Change
|Course code MEDI6145
|Units 10
|Level 6000
|Faculty of Health and MedicineSchool of Medicine and Public Health
Develops an understanding of the theoretical concepts and basic skills underlying effective interventions. Modules cover; change during the life cycle; change without expert help; stages of change; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; compliance therapy; relapse prevention and Health Behaviour change with cancer and chronic pain patients.
Motivating Health Behaviour Change is a skills-based course. Skills-based courses prove a knowledge and skills-base for assessment and intervention with people with AOD problems in various settings.
Students who've completed MEDI6140-Clinical Approaches to D/A Problems I are not able to enroll in this course.
Available in 2015
|Following successful completion of this course you will be able to:
Describe reasons for modest optimism regarding the role of expert help;
Identify a client's stage of change;
Demonstrate motivational interviewing/or compliance therapy strategies;
Describe research evidence concerning the effectiveness of motivational interviewing;
Describe compliance therapy strategies;
Describe brief intervention treatments;
Describe relapse prevention strategies;
Describe strategies that help with cancer and chronic pain patients.
|1. Change during the life cycle
2. Change without expert help
3. Stages of change
4. Motivational interviewing
5. Compliance therapy
6. Brief interventions
7. Relapse prevention
8. Health behaviour change with cancer and chronic pain patients
|Replacing Course(s)
|MEDI6140-Clinical Approaches to D/A Problems I
|Industrial Experience
|Assumed Knowledge
|Students must work in a setting (either voluntarily or paid) which allows approximately 7 days of clinical work with clients who smoke, drink alcohol or take other drugs. Mentoring will be required. (Please note that this is not a placement.)
|Modes of Delivery
|Distance Learning : IT Based
Distance Learning : Paper Based
|Teaching Methods
|Email Discussion Group
Self Directed Learning
|Assessment Items
|Contact Hours
|Self Directed Learning: for 6 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Email Discussion Group: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
|2015 Course Timetables for MEDI6145


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Four of the most important women in my life were born in October and I wanted to let them know in a personal way that I'm forever thankful for their friendships.Read more: Birthday Gift Baskets
I made a resolution to save more money and become more dependent on the land than the grocery store. My first project was ditching expensive canned pumpkin.Read more: How to Make Fresh Pumpkin Puree
I just did a little jig for Pancake Day. Embarrassing, yes, but for good cause. Ebelskivers! In honor of Pancake Day, learn how to make these tasty morsels.Read more: September 26 – Pancake Day
Volunteers are a dying breed. In the go-go-go that is the daily life of most people, most of us are not volunteering off any of our free time.Read more: Volunteer Appreciation Gift
Already tiring of the same old lunchbox selections? Here are some ideas to get your kiddos excited to open their lunchbox (and you too!).Read more: Lunchbox Ideas
Ammonia is super cheap and great to use as a homemade household cleaner by itself or mixed with other on-hand products. It leaves a streak-free shine making it great for cleaning glass, stainless steel, and porcelain.Read more: 20 Uses for Ammonia
When I noticed that the 17th was Apple Dumpling Day my mouth immediately began to water. You will not want to pass up on these fabulous little treats.Read more: September 17 – Apple Dumpling Day
The kitchen is the heart of the home. I dream of the days where my kids will be doing their homework at the kitchen table while I'm preparing the night's dinner. We can chat about their day while they snack.Read more: Cooking with Your Kids


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Inside NBN's $32.5m 'nerve centre': photos
Summary: The National Broadband Network Company (NBN Co) has opened its Network Operations and Test Facility (NOTF), which it calls the "nerve centre" of the NBN. Take a walk with ZDNet Australia to see what the back end of Australia's biggest network will be like.
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Darren Alexander, CEO of Tasmanian firm Autech Software & Design (l), was among the 100 or so guests to attend the opening of the centre, which, along with the companion NBN Co truck demonstration vehicle, is expected to attract 100,000 people per year.
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The NBN Co facility's boardroom is positioned next to the Network Service and Operations Centre (NSOC), a 24x7 monitoring and control facility that controls the NBN across the country. In the event of an unplanned natural or other disaster, senior NBN Co staff can assemble around this table and work directly with support staff to ensure that downtime is minimised or avoided altogether.
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Staff within the NSOC work 24x7 in teams including a Customer Operations Team (to support NBN Co partners), Network Surveillance Team (to proactively monitor and manage the NBN) and Operations Support Team (delivering comprehensive network maintenance).
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Every week, managing editor Patrick Williams disappears into his office and reemerges a cranky, anti-depressant-gobbling, third-person-referring superhero we like to call Buzz. OK, people, listen up. Buzz can't believe we have to repeat this lesson, but apparently someone hasn't been paying attenti ... More >>
Mayor Mike Rawlings and the new city attorney Warren Ernst want to hold a secret closed-door City Council session tomorrow on a question that has everything to do with the public interest. Watch closely to see how your council member votes. It's a big window. Yesterday we talked about some of the s ... More >>
One month ago, Jim broke down exactly how Kathy Nealy spent the $270,000 paid her by Mike Rawlings's campaign: $50,000 to phone-bank workers, $15,000 on "religious outreach," $65,000 on the so-called "walk program" and so on. A few days later it was revealed tha ... More >>
If you've seen Republican Danny Clancy's latest political ad above or his first one, you know what he views as District Attorney Craig Watkins's biggest wart: never prosecuting a felony case. But that's not true, according to Kurt Watkins, Craig's cousin and campaign manager. In fact, Craig exami ... More >>
Sam MertenDoes it matter how many folks Watkins exonerated? When it's the cornerstone of a campaign, you betcha.While it's well-known that Dallas County leads the country with a whopping 22 exonerations since 2001 -- 20 of which resulted from the preservation of DNA evidence -- there's been s ... More >>
I winced when asked to screen an advance copy of Dallas DNA, Investigation Discovery's new six-part series that adds to the growing legend that is Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins. It took Henry Wade decades in office to achieve legendary notoriety, but with the global media fawning ove ... More >>
In this week's paper version of Unfair Park, Buzz talks about Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins' defensiveness concerning criticism directed at him and his office. Watkins was asked about a few issues, most notably his decision to charge Lynn Flint Shaw with a misdemeanor instead of a ... More >>
Former Dallas County District Attorney Bill Hill, now in the defending bidness Not that I would pimp my former boss for my current one, but my old colleague and pal John Council at Texas Lawyer brings word that ex-Dallas County District Attorney Bill Hill has risen from the politically expired, chan ... More >>
White guys bribing black guys at Dallas City Hall
A terrible crime plus skaky evidence tempts prosecutors to play a secret game of "let's make a deal"
We need a hero. Well, it looks like embattled (should that be her first name now?) Sheriff Lupe Valdez may have an opponent in the Democratic primary. We don't know much about the guy yet, other than he's relatively young and works in the District Attorney's Office, but we'll fill you in on ... More >>
Craig Watkins is apologizing to folks exonerated by DNA evidence. He might be very, very busy... New Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins is making it a practice to shake hands with and apologize to those folks who have been exonerated through DNA tests -- which has happened twice since he ... More >>
The new DA is nice. That can't last.
Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins says he wants to get innocent people out of jail. Oddly, in Dallas County, this is a novel concept. On Wednesday, DNA testing exonerated Andrew Gossett of Garland, who had been serving a 50-year sentence for a 1999 sexual assault he didn't commit. Within ... More >>
Dallas County District Attorney's Office flack Rachel Raya can say whatever she wants, but she may be the only person who actually believes that Bill Hill has a real open-file policy. A few months ago, I spoke to several defense attorneys who describe a haphazard, unpredictable process that clogs up ... More >>
Friend of Unfair Park Scott Henson, who runs the terrific legal-issues blog Grits for Breakfast, has a suggestion for Dallas County District Attorney-elect Craig Watkins: "The new Democratic DA should announce an 'open file' policy similar to the one" in place in Tarrant County. The Austin-based Hen ... More >>
Brian Gray, at left, says Shelley Hallman is hanging up pictures of him affixed to a shooting-range target. Dude, who hasn't been there? Felony prosecutor Shelley Hallman, who prosecutes death penalty cases and has a knack for acting like a 7-year-old, has struck again. The wife of failed district a ... More >>
Wait...we voted for who?
Darrell Jordan wants to be mayor. And he has the wallet to prove it. Darrell Jordan insists that, at long last, it's his turn to be the mayor. He lost in 1995 to Ron Kirk, but Jordan has always figured he was the right guy in the right place at the wrong time; when Dallas wanted and needed an Africa ... More >>
What color will the district attorney be, and who gives a rat's rear end?
Man. Now everybody's calling everybody a racist.
Morning News looks goofy on the circ fraud story
Call me Ishmael. Just give me the damn audit!
Now let's look for the real villains in fake drugs
Why would we even think about giving this guy his own crime lab?
When does a snapshot of a mother breast-feeding her child become kiddie porn? Ask the Richardson police.
Bill Hill opens up--a bit--about the fake-drug scandal and Dallas police problems
Hill felt sorry, Bolton felt nothing over fake drugs
Nobody believes Terrell Bolton anymore--except his friends at Dallas City Hall
Staffers make a big splash in recent journalism competitions
Plus: No Apologies, Copping a Plea
Bill Hill's office helped jail dozens of innocent people, and he's a shoo-in for re-election. Huh?
Heads should be rolling over the Dallas police drug scandal, but no one seems to care that much
Is anything actually against the law in Texas elections?
Who's to blame for the fake-drug scandal rocking Dallas police? Virtually everyone.
Plus: Low Blow, Tragic Tale
Why did the DMN kill a story about political favoritism? Guess right and win!
The DA was hot to do something about it until his own campaign got going
Anti-drug war forces unleash a potent weapon to free a convict--a little girl
A veteran prosecutor--and famed barbershop quartet member--bows out of office
After his acquittal on an assault charge, Clark Birdsall questions the system he once embraced
The untold story of Dallas' bigest-ever police corruption scandal. Part two of a special report.
Make nice; Hacked off; Party hardly
Republican Bill Hill is running against Democrat Rick Reed for district attorney. Don't think you have a choice.


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When Jean Leymarie�s monograph on Coco Chanel was originally published in 1989, he was known primarily as a curator and modern art hist......more
When Jean Leymarie�s monograph on Coco Chanel was originally published in 1989, he was known primarily as a curator and modern art historian, both in his native France and abroad. Bringing his expertise to bear on one of the most famous (and often controversial) couturiers of all time, Leymarie legitimized fashion as fine art.
Completely redesigned by Philippe Apeloig, Leymarie�s classic volume is back in print once more. Beginning with a brief history of fashion, Leymarie takes the reader through Chanel�s early days, when she mingled with Jean Cocteau, Igor Stravinsky, and Luchino Visconti, through the development of her brand after her death by Karl Lagerfeld. A special essay on Lagerfeld�s contribution to the Chanel legacy, written by journalist Marc Lembron, brings this new edition up to date.
Jean Leymarie (1919�2006) was a prominent art historian who devoted his life to bringing contemporary art to national museums. He was chief curator at the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris from 1968 to 1973, director of studies at the Ecole du Louvre, and director of the Villa Medicis French Academy of Art in Rome from 1977 to 1984.
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- Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
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- LED-backlit iMac with 21.5-inch 1920x1080 glossy widescreen display
- Your Choice of Keyboard
- New Mac with one-year warranty (three years with the purchase of AppleCare)
Sit down in front of the new iMac and something incredible happens: The world around you seems to disappear, and you lose yourself in the big, beautiful display. To create an experience this immersive, Apple pushed every limit, rethought every detail, and advanced iMac in the most astonishing ways.
Now you're closer to the action.
The new iMac display is not set behind the cover glass - it's right up against it. The LCD itself is 5 mm thinner than before, and Apple used an advanced process called full lamination to eliminate a 2-mm gap between the LCD and the glass, something that has never been done on a display this large. Although it may not seem like much, those few millimeters are enough to make images look as if they're leaping off the glass.
75 percent less reflection.
Full lamination has a second major benefit: It eliminates the reflection of light off the LCD panel and off the back of the display's cover glass. But Apple also figured out how to reduce reflection off the front of the glass without compromising color quality. Instead of applying an antireflective coating to the glass in a conventional way, Apple adapted a process used on smaller surfaces like camera lenses and fighter pilots' helmets. It's called plasma deposition, and it involves coating the glass with layers of silicon dioxide and niobium pentoxide so precise and so thin they're measured in atoms. The result: an astounding 75 percent reduction in reflectivity - and vibrant, accurate colors.
Individually calibrated for true-to-life color.
None of these innovations would matter much if the iMac display didn't deliver vivid, true-to-life color. Which is why Apple put every single display through an exacting color-calibration process using three state-of-the-art spectroradiometers: one to measure gamma, one to measure white point, and one to check the work of the other two. This equipment is tuned to meet color standards recognized around the world for precision and accuracy.
Innovations you can see.
You won't want anything to distract you from what you're viewing on these big, beautiful 21.5- and 27-inch displays. And nothing will, thanks to a new display design that reduces reflection by 75 percent. In addition, because the LCD now sits right up against the glass, your content seems to leap off the screen.
IPS technology and LED backlighting.
The gorgeous iMac display looks great from any seat in the house. A technology called in-plane switching (IPS) gives you a bright picture with excellent color from nearly any angle. And LED backlighting offers instant-on, uniform brightness with no waiting. So you're always ready to share that vacation slideshow with the family.
Vivid, true-to-life color. Every time.
Everything you see on the big, glossy display - from skin tones and dark shadows to bright blue skies and green fields - is rich and vibrant. And the colors are more true to life, too. That's because every iMac display is individually color-calibrated using state-of-the-art spectroradiometers to match color standards recognized around the world.
Powered by third-generation Intel Core processors, the new iMac is the fastest yet. Every model in the lineup comes standard with a quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, starting at 2.7GHz and topping out at 3.2GHz. You can also configure your iMac with an even more powerful Intel Core i7 processor, up to 3.4GHz.
Across the line, the new iMac features advanced NVIDIA GeForce graphics processors built on the Kepler architecture, delivering up to 60 percent greater performance for graphics-intensive tasks. You'll see more frames per second in 3D games, and you can edit HD home videos with more speed and responsiveness than ever before.
Up to a 3TB hard drive.
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For maximum performance, you can configure a 27-inch iMac with 768GB of flash storage instead of a traditional hard drive. Flash storage delivers up to three times the performance of a traditional driv3 - speed you'll notice when you start up your iMac, launch an app, or browse your photo library.
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The new iMac introduces a breakthrough storage option called Fusion Drive, which combines a high-capacity hard drive with high-performance flash storage. Fusion Drive automatically and intelligently manages your data so that frequently used apps, documents, photos, and other files stay on the faster flash storage, while infrequently used items move to the hard drive. You'll enjoy shorter boot times, and as the system learns how you work, you'll experience faster application launches and quicker file access.
Ultrafast and ultraflexible, the tiny Thunderbolt port offers unprecedented transfer speeds and incredibly versatile expansion capabilities. Connect high-performance peripherals such as external drives, cameras, audio and video capture devices - even Mini DisplayPort displays for more screen real estate. All iMac models include two Thunderbolt ports, so you can create the ultimate do-anything desktop.
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Even though the iMac enclosure is thinner than ever, the new built-in speakers deliver higher-fidelity sound than before. So when you're listening to that new album, watching the latest flick, or playing your favorite action game, you'll get immersive sound and a surprisingly wide soundstage.
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iMac has two built-in microphones that work together to home in on your voice and filter out the sounds around you. That means more accuracy when you're using Dictation and better clarity during FaceTime video calls.
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Get everyone in the picture with crisp, widescreen HD video. The built-in 720p FaceTime HD camera lets you make video calls that are so clear, it seems like everyone's in the same room. Make FaceTime calls from your iMac to any FaceTime-enabled Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
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Choose your perfect cord-free setup. Magic Mouse - which comes standard with iMac - lets you perform simple gestures across its smooth, seamless top shell. Scroll in any direction with one finger, swipe through web pages and photos with two, and click and double-click anywhere. To take advantage of all the Multi-Touch gestures that make OS X so easy and intuitive to use, there is also the Magic Trackpad option. Designed with a touch-friendly all-glass surface, it's the largest Multi-Touch trackpad made by Apple. So there's plenty of room for scrolling, swiping, pinching, rotating, and then some.
iMac comes loaded with the iLife suite of apps: iPhoto for organizing, editing, and sharing your photos; iMovie for creating Hollywood-style movies at home; and GarageBand for making great music. You also get apps for sending email, managing your schedule, and automatically backing up your Mac. There's even an app for shopping for new apps at the Mac App Store.
iCloud stores your content and lets you access your music, photos, calendars, contacts, documents, and more from whatever device you're on. So if you take a picture with your iPhone or make changes to your meeting schedule on your iPad, iCloud makes sure everything appears on your Mac, too.
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St. Croix Condo Rental Photos and Description
Bedrooms: 1, Bathrooms: 1, Sleeps: 3 - AARP, Military DISCOUNTS
1300 sq. Ft ocean view condo with king bed, sofa-sleeper, sectional, cable TV, flat screen TV, bedroom TV, pool, laundry on site, all furnishings, linens, kitchen supplies, private patio, ocean view balcony, only 3 miles to town yet quiet, secure (gated, security) community on cliff overlooking ocean. Close to hospital, shopping, sites, scuba, snorkeling, golf, rum factories, botanical gardens, the best restaurants on the island.
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- non smoking only
- pets not allowed
- wheelchair inaccessible
About Bruce Spector
My wife and I live on St. Croix (she has been here 21 years, I moved here almost 6 years ago), just a few miles from the condo. I practice law here and she is a marketing and sales professional. We have two dogs, two Macaws, and lots of friends. Her family is in Colorado and most of mine is in Florida. I spent 21 years in Vermont before moving here.
Bruce Spector purchased this condo in 2008
Why Bruce Spector chose St. Croix
This condo was my home before I met and married my wife here. It is beautifully decorated and lovingly cared for. It is our only property other than our primary residence and we take great pride in how we care for it. I bought this condo because of the great view, the peace and quiet in this great neighborhood on the ocean, the proximity to everything, and the quality of the property.
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WASHINGTON - A top shareholder in General Motors Corp. said Friday that automakers Renault SA and Nissan Motor Co. are interested in purchasing a significant stake in GM and including the Detroit automaker in their alliance.
Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's company, Tracinda Corp., told GM Chairman and Chief executive Rick Wagoner in a letter that Renault and Nissan are receptive to the idea of including General Motors in their partnership and purchasing ''a significant minority interest'' in the automaker.
Tracinda, a large minority shareholder in GM, said the existing French-Japanese partnership has created ''tremendous engineering, manufacturing and marketing synergies, resulting in substantial benefits and cost savings to both Renault and Nissan.''
Shares of GM increased $1.48, or 5.39 percent, to $28.92 in midday trading on the New York Stock Exchange after the news.
Tracinda urged GM's board to form a committee to ''immediately and fully explore this opportunity together with management,'' as it feels the alliance could help GM ''realize substantial synergies and cost savings and thereby greatly benefit the company and enhance shareholder value.''
GM, in a statement, said the Tracinda request ''will be taken under advisement'' by its board of directors. The automaker said it has not received any offers or proposals from Renault/Nissan about an alliance. GM said it would have no further comment.
GM has been engaged in an extensive turnaround plan in North America amid declining profits, high labor costs and growing competition from Asian automakers. The automaker announced plans last year to close 12 plants by 2008 and earlier this week announced that 35,000 hourly workers had agreed to retire early or accept a buyout offer.
Analysts offered a mixed assessment of whether an alliance would benefit the companies.
JP Morgan analyst Himanshu Patel said in a note to investors that it offered the potential for positive developments in purchasing, product development and in the growing China market.
''If GM management were to agree to such a partnership, we would view this as a major potential long-term positive for GM shareholders,'' Patel wrote.
But auto analyst Robert Barry of Goldman Sachs & Co. said he saw ''little logic'' in an alliance, noting that Renault has recently embarked on its own restructuring plan and Nissan has made strides on its own in North America, seizing market share from the Big Three.
''We do not see the upside for Nissan from collaborating with struggling GM, certainly not in a manner that would require taking a GM stake,'' Barry wrote.
Tracinda owns 9.9 percent of GM's common stock and is GM's third-largest shareholder. Kerkorian has pressured GM to take aggressive steps to restore profitability and his top aide, Jerome York, was elected to GM's board earlier this year.
The letter indicates that Tracinda has contacted Renault Chairman Louis Schweitzer and Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn to alert them to its contact with GM.
In a separate letter advising Schweitzer and Ghosn of the GM correspondence, Tracinda noted that ''as we recently discussed with Mr. Ghosn, Tracinda believes that General Motors, Renault and Nissan should explore a three-company, partnership-based alliance.''
Officials with Renault and Nissan declined comment.
Renault owns a 44.4 percent stake in Nissan, which in turn owns a 15 percent stake in Renault. Nissan was on the brink of bankruptcy when Ghosn was dispatched by Renault to lead the Japanese company in 1999. The Brazilian-born Ghosn engineered a cost-cutting and morale-boosting campaign that revived the automaker.


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Adventures in garment construction. (Plus random thoughts, photos of interesting places and stuff I've made!)
Saturday, 12 November 2011
Jacket Plans
My woven jackets have always been a bit hit and miss, but armed with my various new wedge alterations I thought I'd start with a simple collarless jacket. Because I have worked out on my tops what to do with Simplicity/New Look patterns, plan to use a Simplicty pattern.
A bit of a trawl through my pattern stash resulted in finding Simplicity 4194, and my original plan was to use the short jacket from this pattern
7 comments:
- Ruth said...
Have you decided on the fabric yet? I like the styling of your jacket choice - vintage, yet modern. I've made a few fitted and tailored jackets and would recommend a natural fibre like wool as you can steam shrink out any wrinkle and crinkles.
- 12 November 2011 08:48
- pdiddly said...
how did you discover you had a forward head??? I like the vintage inspired red jacket - look forward to seeing it made up.
- 12 November 2011 10:30
- Ruthie said...
The ladies at the London weekend pointed it out, and I already knew I needed something but hadn't quite worked it out.
- 12 November 2011 11:03
- ejvc said...
Hey, it's interesting that you found it was a foward head issue and not a shoulder issue. Does that alteration require a CB seam or can you modify the central panel? I'd make a muslin anyway I think.
Now, must get back to my soon-to-be-TNT skirt.
- 12 November 2011 11:23
- Ruthie said...
Yes it forward head, not rotated shoulder. It really does need a centre back seam for the simplest alteration.
- 12 November 2011 12:42
- Jenni said...
oooh, fabulous jacket. Really looking forward to seeing your progress on this.
- 12 November 2011 20:06
- Sharon said...
Wonderful jacket patterns and look forward to seeing it come together.
- 12 November 2011 22:20