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FLORIDA, June 27, 2013 — Prosecutors embarked on a rocky road yesterday in their quest to prove neighborhood watch captain George Zimmerman guilty of second-degree murder.
In February of last year, unarmed seventeen-year-old Trayvon Martin was fatally shot by Zimmerman, who claims that this was done in self-defense. Since then, Martin's history of truancy, firearms-related issues, and handling marijuana — among other things — has come to light.
SEE RELATED: Tracy Martin, Trayvon's father, scrutinized over suspicious activity
After a special prosecutor was commissioned, Zimmerman was charged and is now standing trial.
Evidence suggests that Zimmerman suffered head injuries the night Martin died, though exactly how and why remains a mystery. What is certain, however, is that the shooting's aftermath has been highly polarizing. It has also drawn considerable attention to the oft-overlooked central Florida port city of Sanford, where the shooting took place.
According to the Orlando Sentinel, Rachel Jeantel — who is supposedly "the state's star witness" — had a difficult time on the stand. She was in a telephone conversation with Martin until the moments leading up to his death.
Journalists Renee Stutzman and Jeff Weiner write that she testified to Martin calling the man following him a "crazy-ass cracker". Martin eventually moved so close to the man that Jeantel was able to discern the man ask, "What are you doing around here?"
SEE RELATED: Trayvon Martin trial tilts toward Zimmerman after Jeantel testimony
She then "heard a "bump," followed by something she described as "grass sound." [Following this, Martin] said, "Get off. Get off," then the phone went dead".
Stutzman and Weiner go on to note that "Jeantel's account … was nearly lost amid the problems and spectacle she created. She used street slang, was sometimes defiant and talked so fast and so softly that it was often impossible to make out her words.
"The court reporter interrupted her a dozen times, asking her to repeat herself. Jurors interrupted, too, although not as often, and stopped when Circuit Judge Debra S. Nelson told them, "You can't ask questions. If you can't understand, just raise your hand."
"They did."
At The Conservative Tree House, a popular right-leaning blog which features very detailed coverage of the Zimmerman trial, something else was discussed.
It pertains to Benjamin Crump, who serves as counsel to Trayvon Martin's parents. Since the shooting occurred, Crump has taken a highly public role. TCTH reports that he is "an identified, albeit unlisted, material witness in the case against George Zimmerman" due to "his specific and intentional engagement of Witness #8 … and her subsequent presentation to the State of Florida."
Witness #8 is also known as Dee Dee, but her actual name is none other than Rachel Jeantel.
Sundance, the blogger behind the report, writes that Nelson has given Crump "special status, as co-counsel of sorts, for the prosecution" as she "ruled he was not subject to deposition by the defense".
In order to avoid this deposition, Crump is said to have "provided the court with an affidavit affirming the recording he gave to the Zimmerman defense team was the full original copy of the audio recordings he made".
An ABC News audio recording of Crump's conversation with Witness #8 reveals inconsistencies with what was claimed in the affidavit.
Sundance says that Crump "lied" in the affidavit and "painstakingly prepped the witness, rehearsed the parts he wanted to record, gave her instructions on what to say….and intentionally cut out his instructions and interjections."
Crump has yet to respond to these very serious allegations.
Whatever that response might be — if it is ever made, of course — Sundance holds that "what's factually evident is the ABC recording shows Ben Crump's affidavit to be false in its content and presentation."
Indeed, the more one learns about the Trayvon Martin shooting's aftermath, the less one seems to understand.
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ALEXANDRIA, VA, APRIL 4, 2013—The American Statistical Association (ASA) and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) are calling on universities and school administrators across the country to provide high-quality training and professional-development opportunities that will help prepare future and current teachers to lead classes on statistics.
Statistics is an increasingly important scientific field of study and a key component of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, which was developed jointly in 2010 by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and the Council of Chief State School Officers.
As a result of this rise in prominence, "teachers of mathematics and others who will teach statistics must have deep knowledge and understanding of statistics and the way that students learn the subject," assert the ASA and NCTM in their joint statement.
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"Statistics is an integral part of mathematics education, but also of the education of any informed, productive citizen in any career or academic pursuit," said NCTM President Linda Gojak. "This joint position statement describes a foundation of what is most important in statistics education, and it recommends steps to take to improve the statistical literacy of all students."
"ASA is committed to working with NCTM and all concerned stakeholders—math and science organizations, national teacher groups, state education administrations, university departments and faculty—to ensure our nation's teachers can access the training programs they need to teach statistics to their students," said ASA President Marie Davidian. "We believe the roadmap outlined in this joint statement is an important first step in getting university faculty, school administrators and teachers thinking about how to best prepare statistics teachers."
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LOMBARD, IL (BRAIN)—Sylvia Koslow, who owned and operated Koslow Cycle in Illinois with her husband Andrew for three decades, passed away on June 14.
She was 83.
VALENCIA, CA (BRAIN)—Hi-Torque Publications will launch an all-new Web site, Roadbikeaction.com, on July 5.
LOS ANGELES, CA (BRAIN)—Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) and AEG, owners respectively of the Tour de France and the Amgen Tour of California, have formed a marketing partnership to grow and develop each other's events, the companies announced this week.
A ceremony in honor of the late Clay Mankin, founder of City Cycle in San Francisco, is scheduled for Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at Crissy Field Visitor Center.
A bike rack will be dedicated in Mankin's honor, followed by a group ride and pizza at City Cycle.
RAMONA, CA (BRAIN)— Ellsworth Handcrafted Bicycles, Inc. has hired David Woronets as operations manager.
Effective June 16, Woronets will oversee Ellsworth's frame building operations in the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area.
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN)—Eurobike has attracted a record 900 exhibitors from 37 countries for this year's tradeshow to be held Sept. 4 to 7 in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
Last year, 868 vendors participated in the tradeshow, which was also a record, and 34,280 visitors attended.
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PARK CITY, UTAH (BRAIN)—The Cannondale Sports Group has joined other leaders in the bicycle industry in sponsoring the IMBA World Summit, which begins today in Park City, Utah.
SANTA MONICA, CA (BRAIN)—Lance Armstrong has teamed up with Demand Media, Inc. to launch Livestrong.com, a spinoff
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HANCOCK, MA (BRAIN)—Mountain bike legends Brian Lopes, Hans Rey and Eric Carter are just a few of the big names taking part in the 2008 Kenda Bikefest next month in the Berkshires.
TORONTO, Ontario (BRAIN)—The Bicycle Trade Association of Canada announces its support of a new nationwide vehicle scrappage program to be headed by the Clean Air Foundation.
CHICAGO, IL (BRAIN)—Last Thursday's fundraiser for Barack Obama, organized by SRAM's F.K. Day and his wife, Leah, raised approximately $175,000 from the bicycle industry.
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MADISON, WI (BRAIN)—Schwinn has hired Tim Staton as its new marketing manager.
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BLOOMINGTON, MN (BRAIN)—QBP president and chief executive officer Steve Flagg received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2008 Award in the distribution category for the Upper Midwest regional program.
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CHICAGO, IL (BRAIN)—Barack Obama, in a private 20-minute meeting with members of the Bikes Belong board of directors, told them if he were elected president he would increase funding for cycling and pedestrian projects.
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In winning this tournament Kaymer was elevated to #2 in the official world ranking.
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Would a home builder ever put a well and septic tank/drain field outside the property lines? How could a builder get away with that? The reason I am asking is I am looking at a house that seems to have a well outside the property line on an empty lot next to it and the surveyor is having trouble finding the septic tank. The property looks too small for a well and septic ( .18 acre) but the previous owner lived in it for 4 years. All the other properties on this street have similar dimensions and are on septic and well. They don't seem to be having any problems. This is why I am confused. If your drain field is in your neighbor's property that neighbor could sue you if the sewage pollutes his well water correct? Has anyone ever seen a property with issues like this? The price of this house looks like a good deal and its a 2003. Maybe its not such a good deal.
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Never heard of that. I have two properties with well and septic and both are on my property. .18 acre sounds too small for a septic system, well and house from everything I've ever seen. What would you do if the septic system failed and you needed a new one? |
You need to check the property, well, and septic tank records to find the who, when, and where of the whole mess. It is possible that the same person owned both lots and then sold one off. It is also possible that the well is a shared well. They are not unheard of. It may also be nonconforming in one or more aspects. It is also not unheard of for well and septic tank placement on adjacent lots to make it impossible to legally build on a neighboring lot. Basically, you need to know where to find the appropriate records, what the rules are, and what they were when the events transpired. Then you or your agent(s) need to make sure everything was done as it should have been done, and the property is usable today. The fact that your surveyor can't find the septic system doesn't bode well. As has been mentioned, it is difficult to put a well, septic system and dwelling on a lot that small. Tread very carefully on this one. |
The lot sizes are too small for septic....as such, there is probably is a community spetic system...where the laterals from each house all run to a pipe that runs to a communal leach field and septic system...same with the well. This is fairly common where there is no sewer and or water system available, but they wish to build on small lots. You will need to go to the town building office and investigate....and find out who is responsible for maintaining the system and the well. Often this type of set up involves an HOA. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Community Septic Systems Brochure
- Posted by ncrealestateguy (My Page) on Sun, Feb 15, 09 at 7:44
Happens here quite often... If most lots perc ok for septic and well then they are on the subject property. If a few lots in a subdivision can not sustain a septic system, the developer sets aside a certain area that can be used for these lots. The homeowner is usually responsible for the mowing of the grass on his part. It is recorded as a septic easment that goes along with the home. The HOA is usually responsible for determing whose pipe is leaking, and then once a determination can be made, the expense of repairing the pipe is handed over to the homeowner. Most of the time wells are still located on the subject property. This is different than a community septic. Each tank and field is on a deeded easement. So, it is probably not a big deal. Just pull the environmental perk permit, and it will explain everything, or at least it should. |
- Posted by davidandkasie (My Page) on Sun, Feb 15, 09 at 22:59
you need to hav eyour LAWYER verify that if it is on adjacent property everythign is 100% legal and in your favor. you don't want to have an easement for the current system tha texpires when it fails. then you would be screwed! here in MS it is illegal to put your septic on another property. wells may be shared, but no part of the septic can cross the property lines. |
- Posted by sylviatexas (My Page) on Fri, Feb 20, 09 at 10:45
don't know about other areas, but here the health dept will not approve a septic system on any lot less than 6/10ths of an acre; but putting the septic on someone else's property won't solve the problem. In fact, the owner of the property where your septic is located could sue for who-knows-what/contamination of the soil maybe. You might call the health department & the title company, but, as davidandkasie said, you may need legal advice. I wish you the bet. |
"Would a home builder ever put a well and septic tank/drain field outside the property lines?" Yes, and sometimes legally, using an easement. DH and I looked at such a property. "How could a builder get away with that?" A septic pumping company should be able to locate the septic system. I agree that lot size it too small for personal septic and well. Our town is having issues with lots much larger than that. They were fine for awhile, but now are failing. I grew up in a town where a dirty builder combined septics (2 houses dumping into one field, not discovered until many years later, houses were built in the 60s). |
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Video: Foundation Collections
Several of us at Two Toasters are involved at local CocoaHeads meetups. We meet with other iOS and Mac developers to share beer, pizza, and knowledge. The big draw is a series of Keynote presentations. Topics range from Cocoa basics and new SDK features to arcane Core Foundation behavior.
Here's a talk I gave this summer about Foundation's lesser-known collection classes.
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Bed Type | Size |
Twin | 68" x 86" |
Full | 80" x 90" |
Queen | 86" x 94" |
King | 110" x 96" |
Size | 86" x 94" |
Size | 110" x 96" |
Mono Duvet Cover:
Queen measures 94½" L x 90½" W
King measures 94½" L x 108" W
Care: Machine washable
Material: Cotton
Care: Machine washable
Brand: Hästens
Origin: Imported
Hastens handcrafted beds and mattresses rule the roost when it comes to getting a good night's sleep – the venerable Swedish company has been making mattresses, boxsprings and bedding since 1852, when it first got its start as a saddlemaker. The Hästens secret is an all-natural one: mattresses stuffed with horsehair, which, as a hollow natural fiber, essentially functions as nature's air conditioner. It's perfect to sleep on, since the human body sweats out roughly a pint a night, and a horsehair mattress wicks the moisture away. Hastens's reputation as a maker of luxury beds is due in part to the fact that each of these equine beauties takes 160 man-hours of master craftsmanship to build, stuff and sew – that, and the fact that the Hästens makes the $60,000 Vividus, often for sale as "the world's most expensive bed" and sleeper of choice for Tom Cruise and other A-listers and royalty -- like His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden. Much of the brand's beds, mattresses and bedding come wrapped in the venerable brand's unmistakeable wide-checked gingham fabric, which is as timeless as the beds are long-lasting. Hästens is near-evangelical about the benefits of a comfy night's sleep – and so are the people who choose to sleep on a Hästens bed!


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Talking Reparations…
The Atlantic magazine created a major media and political buzz when its cover announced an argument one rarely sees in mainstream media: The Case for Reparations. Yes, that's right – reparations for black people in America. Senior Editor Ta-Nehisi Coates' exhaustively researched essay makes a fairly straightforward and basic point:
Tea Partiers are the New Jacobins
Tea Partiers are the New Jacobins……..
American Gilead
In 1986 Margaret Atwood published The Handmaid's Tale. The novel portrays a dystopian vision of the U.S. in the "near future", a country transformed by religious extremists into a totalitarian theocracy, renamed the Republic of Gilead. It's organizing principle – One Nation, Under One God. The new regime moves quickly to consolidate its power and reorganize society along a hierarchical, exclusively Christian regime of Old Testament-inspired social and religious conservatism.


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(05-28-2012 10:21 PM)ThyKingZG Wrote: expensive or ridiculous? there's a fine line and i think they've crossed it a long time ago.
(05-29-2012 12:06 AM)HeyFitzy Wrote: And you get a hit out of it you would forget how much it was for the pack lol. it goes both ways. Card companies know people will spend the money in hopes to get that big hit and then turn around and sell it to make money. In the end, we are all making money. I could easily buy a case of 2012 Bowman right now if I wanted to and see if I get big hits but I'm not THAT crazy. I'm happy spending $60-$200 on hobby boxes, or even $50 for a pack of Tribute. It's a sick thrill. Look at it this way(and this is how my wife got hooked): Would you rather go to the casino and lose $150 at slots/tables and be pissed or buy boxes and packs to get hits to make a profit? Plus cards are an investment. Losing money at the casino? Not an investment.
(05-29-2012 10:10 AM)ThyKingZG Wrote: i see and agree with that logic, but the facts are the facts and $180 for a PACK of baseball cards is ridiculous no matter the contents of said pack, just my opinon


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Mark Sawyer
Executive Director
Mark has just relocated to Navarre after living and raising his family in east central Alabama. He is a graduate of the school of business of Auburn University. Mark has over 25 years of varied business operations and financial experience. Most recently he was the controller at Jacksonville hospital in Jacksonville, Alabama.
Joe Holland
Joe recently relocated himself and his family to Navarre from Indiana. He obtained his Accounting degree in 1990 from Indiana University's School of Business and obtained his CPA License in 1991. He has spent the past 24 years holding various accounting and operations positions in automotive, electronics, and most recently in agribusiness. Most recently was part of the management team at CTB, Inc. as Controller and Operations Manager. Key areas of focus in his career have been metrics and process development, strategy and business planning, financial analysis, inventory control, and operational leadership.
Timothy A. Gooden, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Gooden grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, attended Ohio University and the Ohio State University College of Medicine, graduating in 1981. He completed his residency in Pediatrics in 1984 and did a postgraduate fellowship in Neonatology. He was in community-based pediatric and adolescent practice for 15 years. He completed a professional management fellowship at the Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management in 2000. In 2002, he began a fellowship in Addiction Medicine at Case Western Reserve University/ University Hospitals of Cleveland, completing the program in January, 2004. After completing addiction research at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Gooden relocated to the Birmingham, Alabama area in the summer of 2004, and began working in addiction case management for a residential treatment program. He later began work as staff addiction physician at the same residential treatment facility, where he gained experience working with impaired professionals. He received certification from the American Society of Addiction Medicine in 2006 and was a member of the inaugural group of physicians certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine in 2009. Dr. Gooden has served as an Associate Medical Director of the largest residential treatment center in Alabama as well as Medical Director of one of their regional outpatient offices. Prior to coming to Twelve Oaks, Dr. Gooden was Owner/Director of Birmingham Addiction Medicine, LLC, providing hospital-based inpatient drug and alcohol detoxification services for a16 bed dual diagnosis unit in one of Birmingham's largest hospitals, as well as outpatient addiction treatment services. He also provided addiction consultation-liaison services for the hospital's medical and psychiatric patients. Dr. Gooden has served as addiction medicine consultant to the Alabama Veterinary Professionals Wellness Program. He is certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine and board-certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine. He is also certified by the Medical Review Officer Certification Council. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American Society of Addiction Medicine, Florida Society of Addiction Medicine, the Florida Medical Association, and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama.
Jacquelyn Ney, RN
Director Of Nursing
Jacquelyn Ney is a Registered Nurse graduate from Oklahoma. She has been a nurse for ten years and is cross trained in many areas. She first started her career as a charge nurse on a skilled nursing hall where she specialized in ventilator, tracheotomy, and Peg tube patients. She then transferred to the hospital where she worked in Women's Services. At the hospital she was cross-trained in Labor & Delivery, Post Partum, NICU, ICU, Gerio-Psych, Surgical Services, and the Emergency Room. She worked her way up to the Director of Women's Services and served on the Quality Assurance Committee. In her career she also served as the Director of Nurses for a Home Health Agency. She has certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, PCEP, IV Certification, STABLE, SAIN representative, Advanced Fetal Monitoring, and CPI. She relocated to Florida in August 2011 and has been an employee at Twelve Oaks ever since. She started her services as a Detox nurse and now currently serves as the Director of Nursing here at Twelve Oaks Substance Abuse Center.
B. Diane Vchulek, MS, MA, LMHC, NCC, DAPA, BCETS
Director Of Clinical Services
Diane specializes in helping people heal from stress reactions and responses associated with both civilian and military traumatic experiences. She has developed ASPIRE, a tract specifically for Twelve Oaks' patients for the treatment of addiction and PTSD for military and civilians.
Diane has presented workshops nationally and internationally for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) and the International society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD).
Diane has broad experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor spanning over 25 years. Diane was in private practice for 15 years treating individuals with PTSD and other issues related to trauma reactions and addiction. Diane also has clinical experience in inpatient facilities, residential treatment, and specialized programs for trauma related difficulties.
Diane's experiences with the military throughout her life provide insight into her work with military veterans suffering from combat related traumatic stress, as well as with the family members who support them.
Diane is also an Adjunct Professor in Psychology and is currently completing her dissertation for Ph.D. requirements focusing on "Stress Reactions in Military Wives of Deployed Spouses in Desert Storm/Shield and Operation Iraqi Freedom/Enduring Freedom".
Christopher Campbell, MS, CMHP, CAP
Clinical Program Manager
Chris is certified by the State of Florida as a Mental Health Professional. Chris completed his Master of Science degree in Psychology from Troy University with a primary area of focus in mental health. Chris originally came to Twelve Oaks as an intern in 2004 and has been the Program Director since mid 2009. Chris has worked in the field of counseling/mental health/substance abuse for many years and is no stranger to the field of counseling.
Chris spent 30 years in the military and had the opportunity to experience various people, places, and things which enable him to easily understand the various backgrounds and culture of our clientele. Often our patients are dealing with personal conflicts and problems which Chris has experienced with others during his military career. Chris is very capable of helping patients work through their problems as they journey down the road of sobriety. Chris' military experience also enriches us in our ability to deal with military personnel whether they are here for treatment or referring a patient to us.
Lori Galvan, MA, NCC
Adult Counselor
Lori Galvan is a registered mental Health Intern. She received her Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2009 at South University in Savannah, GA. Lori did her internship at Savannah College of Art and Design and was employed at a renowned addiction treatment center in South Florida for three years prior to moving to the Emerald Coast. Lori received a Bachelor's Degree in Education in 1982 at Clarion University of Pennsylvania. She taught school, was employed with Pan American World Airways, and parented three beautiful daughters prior to entering the field of Mental Health.
Tiffany White, MS
Adult Counselor
Tiffany White comes to us from Jackson, MS. She has over 17 years of counseling experience ranging from adolescents to geriatric. In addition to over five years of management experience. Tiffany has counseled in areas such as alcohol and drug, sexual assault, peer counseling as well as mental health. She has managed programs within the geriatric population. Tiffany received her Bachelor's Degree from Tougaloo College, Tougaloo MS and her Master's Degree from Jackson State University, Jackson, MS. She is currently working towards licensure in the states of Mississippi and Florida as an LPC and LMHC.
Jeanne Nelson, MS, CAP, ICADC
Adolescent Counselor
Certified Addictions Professional in the state of Florida (CAP), International Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC). Jeanne graduated from the University of New Orleans with a BA in Sociology. Masters of Science from Troy University; Major in Counseling and Psychology, Clinical Mental Health.
Jeanne is a Veteran of the US Navy. Jeanne worked for the Florida Department of Children and Family helping children and families in need for 5 years. Jeanne completed her internship here at Twelve Oaks. Jeanne then went on to counseling in a correctional setting, where she spent approximately 2 years. Jeanne was promoted to Program Director where she ran an Intensive Outpatient Program for inmates incarcerated for drug related problems.
LaWann E. Butler, MSW
Christian Counselor
LaWann received her Masters Degree in Social Work May 2012 from the University of West Florida. She is a military veteran who spent 26 years in the United States Air Force and retired from Hurlburt Field, AFB in 2005. Her many jobs when active duty working for Commander's Support Staff and assisting the First Sergeant propelled LaWann into a career of helping others. LaWann utilize a strength based perspective in her counseling approach. She interned at Twelve Oaks for both her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Social Work.
Woody Woodall, MS
Christian Counselor, PTSD Counselor
Woody earned his Master of Human Relations degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2003 and his Master of Science degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University in 2012.
Woody retired from the United States Air Force in 2005. Some of the many positions he held during his time in the Air Force was as Director of Methodologies at Air University's Academic Instructor School, Chief Military Equal Opportunity and Treatment, and Headquarters Squadron Section Commander Air Force Special Operations Command. Woody has experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the State of Florida. Woody is also an Associate Pastor.
At Twelve Oaks, Woody works with patients in the ASPIRE PTSD track who have experienced trauma in their lives and have a co-occurring substance abuse issue. He also works with patients who desire to include a spiritual aspect in their recovery in the "Proclaim" spirituality track.
Woody believes that each individual has infinite dignity and worth and that they can, with a willingness, help, and hard work, put their lives back on track in order to have a satisfying and healthy life free from drugs and alcohol.
Melissa Nelson, MA, RMHI
Adult Substance Abuse Counselor
Melissa grew up in NJ and began my college career there, changing majors from Biochemistry to Human Services before settling on Psychology. Melissa moved to the Panhandle in 2007, got married and transferred to the University of West Florida in Pensacola, FL where she completed her BA in Psychology with a minor in Substance Abuse in 2009. Melissa went on to complete her MA in Psychology, Counseling track at University of West Florida in 2013. She completed her pre-masters internship at Escambia County Jail working with incarcerated adults with a myriad of mental health concerns ranging from adjustment disorders, grief, depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, and substance abuse. Prior to entering the clinical field as a counselor, Melissa worked with adults and children with developmental disabilities in group homes and adaptive recreation programs. She has also worked in a behavioral health center and at Twelve Oaks as a clinical / behavioral technician during her graduate program. Melissa joined the Clinical team at Twelve Oaks in September 2013 and is currently a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida. Her interest areas include substance abuse and co-occurring mental health concerns such as PTSD, depression, and Axis II disorders as well as sexual and behavioral addictions.
Heather Jackson
PTSD Counselor
Heather Jackson is a registered mental health intern. Due to her dad being in the United States Air Force, Heather had the opportunity to grow up in many different states and in South Korea. After going to Niceville High School, she went to Troy University's main campus, where she graduated with honors and received a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science. After graduating from college, Heather went on to pursue a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling and Psychology. It was during this time that she interned at the Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center, where she became interested in trauma and the impact it has in a person's life. While attending school, Heather was further exposed to patients with trauma while working at Bridgeway Center as an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Outreach Therapist, where she worked primarily with children and adolescents in group homes. In addition to helping survivors of traumatic experiences, Heather also has a passion for traveling, which has led her to visit 13 different countries thus far.
Sheoah Hardy
Addiction Free Pain Management Counselor
Sheoah Hardy grew up around the world as a military brat. She also married a US Navy Diver and supported his career by caring for him and their three children during his 20 year career. Sheoah is a registered clinical social work intern. She received her Master's of Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2013 concentrating in Mental Health and Military Social Work. She completed her internships by working with individuals with developmental disabilities at Horizons of Okaloosa County and individuals coping with kidney disease at Davita Dialysis. Both of her undergraduate degrees, Associates of Arts in Psychology and Bachelors of Science in Human Services Management, were obtained at the University of Phoenix with her end goal of serving vulnerable populations through counseling and advocacy in mind.
Sheoah currently serves individuals living with chronic pain and addictions through the Resilience program at Twelve Oaks. She employs a holistic approach to assisting those individuals in developing a healthy lifestyle. She practices using an eclectic approach encompassing the person's entire system. Furthermore, she employs the Addiction Free Pain Management model developed by Dr. Stephen F. Grinstead when working with individuals overcoming addiction and living with chronic pain.
Lauren Christian Culpepper
Case Manager
In summer of 2014, Christian Culpepper completed her Master's of Arts and Science with special attention to counseling and mental health at The University of West Florida. She began her career at Twelve oaks in 2011 as a clinical intern completing assessments, leading groups, documenting progress through treatment, and providing individual and group therapy for clients at the facility. Upon completion of internship (1,243 total hours), She returned to Twelve Oaks as a clinical technician for some time until returning as PRN counselor in the clinical department. From 2013-2014, she filled the role of Engagement Counselor meeting with new clients as they entered treatment and providing new patient orientation, among other services, for clients in detoxification and treatment programming. Currently, she is Case manager of client accounts and focuses on the establishment and growth of community relationships with the facility. As Case Manager, Christian communicates with military contact points, referral sources, human resource departments, and legal services for all clients. She also holds a great love of local art, yoga, pet therapy, suicide awareness and prevention, and law and policy regarding mental health services in Florida.
Traci Poston, MS, LMHC, CAP
Utilization Review Coordinator
Traci is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in the state of Florida. Traci graduated from the University of Illinois at Springfield (formerly Sangamon State University) with her BA in Psychology in 1990 and her MA from Troy State University in Counseling and Human Development Counseling with a focus on Mental Health Counseling in 1995.
Traci has over 20 years of treatment experience working with adolescents and adults. She has worked in outpatient, residential, and correctional settings, as well as in a youth runaway shelter. She has worked as an independent contractor completing comprehensive behavioral assessments on infants and adolescents whose families are involved with the Department of Children and Families. She has also provided therapy for individuals mandated to complete a Batterer's Intervention Program. Traci is also a Qualified Supervisor with the State of Florida to provide supervision to clinicians seeking licensure as a mental health counselor.
Traci's experiences have allowed her to develop insight into the correlation between chemical dependency as well as mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. She is also empathetic and compassionate towards individuals who suffer from chronic pain conditions whereby substance abuse and/or mental health problems have played a role. Traci enjoys educating people on how to manage their issues utilizing a holistic approach to recovery and overall wellness.
Carrie Ditto Rayburn, B.S., C.T.R.S.
Recreational Therapist
Carrie grew up in Southeast Missouri and attended college in Kentucky. After college, Carrie moved to Hawaii where her husband was stationed with the United States Marine Corps. After living there for nearly five years, Carrie and her family relocated here to Northwest Florida in 2010.
Carrie graduated from Murray State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation. She received her certification from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification in 2008, qualifying her as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. She worked for 2 years as a Recreation Therapist in Hawaii before moving to Navarre. Carrie has been with Twelve Oaks since 2010, as an independent contractor. As of April 2012, Carrie is a full time employee of Twelve Oaks and the first Recreation Therapist we have had on our staff.
Carrie enjoys working with people struggling with addiction as well as challenging them through team building activities. She feels that promoting SOBER FUN and helping others regain a healthy leisure lifestyle, is her most important role as a Recreation Therapist.
Scott Kelley
Director Of Business Development
Scott Kelley served as the Central Florida Community Resource Liaison for Twelve Oaks Recovery Center before being promoted to the Director of Business Development and Marketing. Scott has a background in Psychology and has worked in behavioral health for 20 years. Scott has held various positions that include direct care, business development, marketing, contracting, public relations, credentialing, admissions, utilization management, regulatory compliance, medical records, event planning and afterschool programs.
Scott brings a unique perspective to this position having served in multiple positions at the residential facility level to include mental health technician, Director of Admissions, Director of Business Development and Chief Administrative Officer. With this experience, Scott can appreciate direct care and the daily operations of patient care as well as the overall macro- level administrative functions of a facility and how these both translate in interacting with the community and psychiatric/substance abuse community at large. Scott joined our team in January of 2012 and we look forward to the expertise he can bring to our facility.
Joanne Kraus
Community Resource Liaison
Joanne is a graduate of the University of Phoenix, earning her Associates of Arts degree in Psychology. Joanne has been the Alumni Coordinator at Twelve Oaks for just over 2 years now, building the program effectively from scratch into the solid group it is today. Joanne has a wide range of professional experience, including having run her own businesses, but her first love was always in helping people through difficult times. It is this core belief that led her back to the world of addiction recovery – an area she first entered in 1992 as a case manager for the Red Cross.
Joanne is married to a retired military officer, and spent over 20 years as a military spouse. During that time she received significant training and experience in providing support to individuals and families in crisis, including guiding them toward getting help for substance abuse or mental health issues. These issues are very personal to Joanne, having seen the effects on close personal friends of PTSD and substance abuse.
Kimberly Mitchell
Community Resource Liaison
Kimberly Mitchell serves as Community Resource Liaison for the North Florida, Southwest Georgia and Athens territory. She is a graduate of Valdosta State University and holds a degree in Speech Communications/Public Relations. She brings over 15 years of experience in healthcare marketing, public relations and admissions to the position. Kimberly is passionate about making a difference in the lives of people suffering from addiction by leading them to Twelve Oaks Recovery Center to reclaim and enrich their lives.
Gerald Cahee
Community Resource Liaison
CRC-Twelve Oaks welcome Gerald Cahee, as the new Community Liaison Representative for Louisiana and Mississippi. As a business owner and pharmaceutical / medical device representative, Gerald has a wealth of knowledge which will be an asset to the company and clients he serve. His knowledge of substance abuse and its affect on people will benefit as well. Gerald is a former college athlete and has had many successful years as a marketing expert. His recent past sales experience has been in the publishing arena. His love and compassion for the medical field and patients brought him back to the industry. Gerald and his wife presently own successful childcare centers and they are proud parents of two boys.
Mike Frye
Community Resource Liaison
Mike Frye has a background in Sociology and has worked in behavioral health for 20 years. Mike has held various positions that include direct care, business development, marketing, contracting, public relations, foster care, home-based services, admissions and assessment and referrals. Mike has held those positions in acute care facilities, residential facilities as well as foster care and in home-based programs. Many of his positions have been supervisor and or director. Originally from the Midwest (Indiana) specifically, Mike moved to Texas for 2 years then of course to Florida. Mike has worked for most of the major or largest behavioral health companies in the United States. Twelve Oaks welcomes Mike and we know he will be a great asset to not only the Twelve Oaks team, but also to the addiction community at large.
Sarah Summerlin, CDM, CFPP
Director of Dietary and Housekeeping
Sarah is a Certified Dietary Manager that has been in the Health care Field for thirty-five years. She has the majority of her experience in Geriatric Care. She has been with Twelve Oaks for 10 ? years as the Director of Support Services. She supervises our Housekeeping and Dietary department. She currently counsel patients on their nutritional needs based on their current addiction history and medical conditions.
Sarah comes from a clinical background in the healthcare field while overseeing the dietary department. She creates our current menus, oversees our beverage & food purchases, and diet education of our patients at Twelve Oaks.
Arrietta Schlott
Director of Maintenance
Maintenance Supervisor Arrietta has worked in the maintenance field for over 10 years, providing her with experience in Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Sheetrock, and HVAC. She obtained her Associates in Computer Electronics technology in 2003, and has since worked in several different fields including Fire suppression systems and commercial electrical. Arrietta has always enjoyed working with her hands and enjoys challenges that require creative solutions.
Elizabeth Halstead
Director of Utilization Review and Quality Assurance
Elizabeth is a RN licensed in the State of Florida and the State of Alabama, graduated from Faulkner University with a Bachelor in Business Administration (l998) and is also a Certified Case Manager.
Elizabeth has 19 years experience in the medical field including 16 years in Healthcare Management as Home Health Director, Hospice Administrator and Case Manager/Utilization Review Director for several hospitals located in Alabama. Elizabeth came to Twelve Oaks in 2008 as UR/QA Director. She has extensive experience in working with third party payers working with verifications/authorizations for medical and substance abuse diagnosis.
Jessica Parrot
Human Resources Coordinator
Jessica Parrott is responsible for HR Administration where she coordinates recruitment, employee relations, and training and employee benefits. Jessica also serves as the Administrative Assistant where she is responsible for updating and completing facility compliance. Prior to joining Twelve Oaks, Jessica served as the HR Generalist for TATA-BSS, HR Coordinator for the City of Milton and HR Coordinator/Executive Assistant for H.D. Smith Wholesale Pharmaceutical where she was responsible for recruitment, employee relations, training, employee benefits, state and federal compliance and payroll. Jessica has been a member of SHRM "Society for Human Resources Management" since 2007.


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Indians Top Yankees; Pirates' Top Red Sox
Indianapolis Indians 7, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees 2
The Indians had both the pitching and the hitting tuned up this afternoon as they defeated the Yankees at Bradenton. SS Jordy Mercer, 2B Josh Harrison, and C Eric Fryer each drove in two runs. The scoring started when Harrison tripled in the 3rd inning, when 3 runs came in. Mercer blasted a solo homer, then Fryer's 2-run double was the gem of the 8th inning, as 3 more runs scored. Starter Justin Wilson pitched 3 scoreless innings, with 4 strikeouts, to earn the win. The Yankees scored their 2 runs in the 5th, with reliever Jared Hughes on the mound. Hughes pitched 2 innings and also struck out 3 batters. Tony Watson pitched 2 scoreless innings (3 K), and Anthony Claggett (2 K) and Ramon Aguero each pitched a scoreless frame.
Pirates 7, Red Sox 5
A 5-run 4th inning put the Pirates well on their way to a win this afternoon at Bradenton. The rally began when 2B Neil Walker reached base on a fielding error and CF Andrew McCutchen walked. 1B Lyle Overbay lifted a double into left field, which brought in both Walker and McCutchen. 3B Pedro Alvarez grounded to third, where Overbay was out, leaving Alvarez on first. RF Matt Diaz lined a single up the middle, and C Dusty Brown loaded the bases on an infield grounder that bounced off Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett. With two outs, Pirates' starter Kevin Correia slipped a grounder into left field, driving in Alvarez and Diaz. When the throw in to the plate was not in time to get Diaz, the Red Sox catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia tried to throw back to third to surprise Brown. The real surprise was when Saltalamacchia's throw sailed into left field, allowing Brown to score and Correia to move up to third. LF John Bowker gave the Pirates 2 more insurance runs with a homer in the 7th inning. Correia also singled in the 3rd inning but was out in a force play at second.
2B Pedro Ciriaco doubled after Bowker's homer in the 7th. CF Corey Wimberly, RF Josh Fields, and SS Josh Rodriguez got into the game. Steve Pearce played a few innings at third base as well.
Correia pitched 5 innings in his start. He gave up two singles in the top of the 1st and one in the 2nd, but double plays got him out of both innings. He zipped through the 3rd and 4th innings, then gave up 3 runs in the 5th. A walk, a single, and a sacrifice fly brought in the first run. Two more singles added a second run, then a throwing error by Walker at second and a sacrifice fly added an unearned run. Joel Hanrahan pitched a scoreless 6th, with 2 strikeouts. Then Justin Thomas allowed a run to score in the 7th on a run, a double, and a wild pitch. Fernando Nieve pitched the final two innings and earned the save even though he gave up a run on a double, a walk, and a single in the 9th.
Six-Run Inning Stops Pirates, But Indians Get A Win
Orioles 13, Pirates 3
Indianapolis area native C Jake Fox beat up on the Pirates' pitching this afternoon in Bradenton, with two booming home runs and 4 RBI. The first homer capped a 6-run 3rd inning, when Pirates' starter Ross Ohlendorf gave up four singles and a double before the homer. Fox struck again in the 7th — Scott Olsen gave up a double to DH Matt Wieters, followed by Fox's second homer. Olsen surrendered a single and a walk after the homer, and he was relieved by Mike Dubee. Dubee struck out the first batter he faced, then gave up an RBI single, before ending the inning with a fly out. The Orioles added 3 runs in the 8th off Joe Beimel. A double, a walk, and a single loaded the bases, then a single and two ground outs drove in the runs. Former Indy Indian C Michel Hernandez singled for the Orioles in the top of the 9th, and scored on an RBI triple off reliever Sean Gallagher. Daniel McCutchen pitched 2 scoreless innings for the Pirates, allowing 3 hits.
While the Orioles were busy posting 20 hits, the Pirates managed 8. Two of those were by 3B Pedro Alvarez, who also had the Pirates' only extra base hit, a double in the 7th, which was ruled a ground-rule double. That made a difference, because 2B Neil Walker had opened the inning with a walk. He raced around and crossed the plate on Alvarez's double, but then was called back to third base when the umpires ruled it a ground-rule. Walker was left standing on third base, when a strikeout and a ground out ended the inning.
The Pirates did score one run in the 2nd inning. 1B Lyle Overbay began the rally with a single lined into right field. RF Matt Diaz grounded to short, forcing Overbay out at second, but Orioles' shortstop (and another former Indy Indian) JJ Hardy made a throwing error on his relay to first, allowing Diaz to reach second base. Diaz advanced to second on a fly out, and scored on C Jason Jaramillo's RBI single. LF Jose Tabata led off the 5th inning with a walk, and moved to second base on Walker's ground out. CF Andrew McCutchen plated Tabata with a single up the middle. Overbay reached base on a catcher's interference call, then Diaz brought in McCutchen with a line drive single into right field.
Also getting into the game: LF John Bowker, 3B Andy Marte, Corey Wimberly in center field, RF Miles Durham, RF Steve Pearce, 2B Josh Harrison, pinch-hitter Pedro Ciriaco, 1B Garrett Atkins, C Dusty Brown, and SS Josh Rodriguez. Durham entered the game to play right field in the top of the 8th. In the top of the 9th, he crashed into the wall trying to catch the ball that turned out to be a triple. Durham was down for a few moments, but was able to get up and walk off the field under his own power. Pearce took over for Durham in right field, then singled in the bottom of the inning. Josh Rodriguez also singled in the 8th inning, and Josh Harrison worked a walk in the 9th.
Pirates Shut Out By Jays
Blue Jays 5, Pirates 0
The Pirates were held to just 4 hits in this afternoon's game against the Blue Jays at McKechnie Field. 3B Pedro Alvarez had two of the hits — a two-out single up the middle in the 1st inning, and a single on a pop up in the 6th. The single in the 1st moved CF Andrew McCutchen, who had walked, to third base, and the single in the 6th followed a line drive double by 2B Pedro Ciriaco and moved Ciriaco to third base. Both times, however, the innings ended without the Pirates being able to get the run in. The only other hit in the game was by 2B Brian Friday, who led off the top of the 9th by beating out a grounder to third. After a strikeout, 1B Andy Marte walked, putting two runners on base. But pinch-hitter Gift Ngoepe struck out and C Jason Jaramillo grounded out to end the game.
James McDonald made the start and was responsible for 4 of the Jays' runs. He gave up a double, two singles, a walk, and a sacrifice fly for 2 runs in the top of the 1st. He retired the side in order in the 2nd, but got into trouble again in the 3rd. A double and a throwing error by SS Corey Wimberly gave the Jays a run in the 3rd. With two outs and a runner on second base, McDonald had reached his pitch limit (about 50 pitches), and he was relieved by Justin Thomas. Thomas gave up an RBI single and a walk, then ended the inning with a strikeout. Chris Resop surrendered the remaining Toronto run in the 5th. Back-to-back doubles by former Pirate Jose Bautista (who went 3-for-3) and Travis Snyder brought in that run. Resop struck out the next two batters, and ended the inning with a ground out. Joel Hanrahan, Aaron Thompson, Daniel McCutchen, Justin Wilson, and Jeff Locke each pitched one scoreless inning for the Pirates. McCutchen gave up two hits and Locke gave up one. Wilson walked one batter and struck out the other three he faced.
Also in the game: SS Chase d'Arnaud, LF Gorkys Hernandez, CF Alex Presley, RF Andrew Lambo, 3B Garrett Atkins.
Pirates' Pitchers Rule
Pirates 4, Blue Jays 1
Pitchers were the story for the Pirates this afternoon in Dunedin, Florida. Five Pirates' pitchers combined to hold the Blue Jays to 4 hits this afternoon in Dunedin, Florida. Charlie Morton made his second strong start in the Grapefruit League. He gave up one run in the top of the 1st, courtesy of two former Pirates: CF Rajai Davis led off with a double, legged out when LF Matt Diaz was a little slow in picking up (the Pirates should have anticipated Davis' speed). 3B Jose Bautista drove the run in with a single slipped through into left field. Morton ended the inning by inducing a double play, then he retired the side in both the 2nd and 3rd innings. That included a nice barehanded snatch of a bunt attempt, and a whirl to throw the batter out at first. Brad Lincoln buzzed through the next three innings, retiring all 9 batters he faced. Morton and Lincoln each struck out one batter, and neither gave up a walk. Tyler Yates and Jeff Locke each took an inning, and neither gave up a hit, though Yates walked one. Cesar Valdez gave up the other two Jays' hits in the 9th inning. After a strikeout, he surrendered two singles, and with a wild pitch, that gave him runners on the corners. But he picked the runner off first, then ended the game with a strikeout.
The Pirates' hitters were having some trouble with Blue Jays' starter Brett Cecil. Cecil struck out 5 of the first 6 Pirates' batters, and allowed only one hit, a double by C Jason Jaramillo, in the 3rd inning. Jaramillo doubled again to lead off the 6th inning. CF Andrew McCutchen followed with a walk, then a ground out put both runners into scoring position. 3B Pedro Alvarez drove in both with a standing triple into the right field corner, to give the Pirates a 2-1 lead. They added a run in the 7th, when 2B Brian Friday doubled into left field with two outs, then scored on C Dusty Brown's single. Another two-out rally provided the Pirates' fourth run in the top of the 9th. SS Pedro Ciriaco lined a singled into right field, then stole second base. 3B Josh Rodriguez slipped a single into left field, and Ciriaco came around to score. Rodriguez also stole second base, and Brown was hit by a pitch, but the rally ended when CF Corey Wimberly popped out.
Also getting into the game: Jeremy Farrell pinch-hit (ground out) in the 8th inning; his father, John Farrell, is the new manager of the Blue Jays. 1B Josh Fields, LF Alex Presley, RF Gorkys Hernandez, and 3B Andy Marte also played.
Durham And Atkins Both Homer For Pirates
The Pirates played two split-squad spring training games this afternoon (Monday):
Orioles 6, Pirates 4
The Pirates were held to 5 hits at McKechnie field this afternoon, but one of the big ones was a 2-run homer over the left field wall in the bottom of the 9th by RF Miles Durham, who was up from minor league camp. 1B Lyle Overbay also singled for the Pirates, scoring the first Pirates' run of the game in the 5th. 3B Pedro Alvarez knocked in the remaining run for the Pirates, in the 6th inning. LF Jose Tabata led off the inning with a single, stole second base, then scored on Alvarez's single Alvarez also doubled for the Pirates.
LF John Bowker, SS Brian Friday, CF Mel Rojas, 3B Andy Marte, 1B Steve Pearce, 2B Chase d'Arnaud, 2B Jim Negrych, and C Wyatt Toregas all got into the game for the Pirates.
Paul Maholm took the loss for the Pirates. He gave up a run in the 1st inning on a double and a single, then another on a solo homer in the 2nd. Jeff Locke allowed a run on two hits in the 6th. He allowed a single and a walk, then with two outs, an RBI single brought in a run. Justin Wilson got the first out, then walked the next three batters to load the bases in the 8th. A double and a sacrifice fly drove in all three of the base runners. Jeff Karstens pitched 2 scoreless innings, then Tyler Yates, and Mike Crotta each pitched a scoreless frame. Cesar Valdez finished up the 8th for Karstens, then pitched a scoreless 9th, facing only 4 batters.


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#makeSMARTchoices for Alcohol Awareness Week
Weeklong campaign starts Oct. 15 at CSUMB
During the week of Oct. 15, students at Cal State Monterey Bay will join with their peers on more than 800 campuses across the country to promote National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW).
Students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of events, all designed to reinforce personal responsibility and respect for state laws and campus policies when it comes to the consumption of alcohol.
"NCAAW allows us to show our students here at CSUMB – particularly new students – that most of their peers are not abusing alcohol and most are making healthy and safe decisions," said Gary Rodriguez, health promotion and prevention specialist with CSUMB's campus health center.
The 2012 NCAAW #makeSMARTchoices campaign theme, developed by the BACCHUS Network, contains a message of student empowerment through decision-making that is safe and healthy. It encourages students to Set limits; Make a plan; Act to help others; Respect responsible choices; and Talk to a friend.
The message supports personal responsibility and practical safety tips about avoiding excessive drinking, not driving after drinking, and not riding with a driver who has been drinking.
"These are great messages for students because they focus on providing them with education and skill development. They allow students to make their own informed choices," Rodriguez said.
This year's activities include:
• "Health Fest," sponsored by the POWER Peer Education Program, highlighting campus and community organizations dedicated to helping students make safe and responsible choices. Main Quad, noon-2 p.m.
• "Meet the Greeks" student panel sponsored by the Multicultural Greek Council; students with different perspectives on and experiences with alcohol are encouraged to speak in an open discussion format. East Lounge of Student Center, 8:30 p.m.
• Gatorade Pong tournament, sponsored by the Student Athlete Advisory Council. Black Box Cabaret, 8 p.m.
• Keynote speaker Sarah Panzau, a standout athlete who made poor choices that nearly led to her death in a drunken-driving accident in 2003. Since then, she has told her story to thousands of young adults. University Center ballroom, 7 p.m.
• Fireside chat, sponsored by the Residential Housing Association, with information provided by representatives from community organization. Divarty Quad, 8:30 p.m.
• CSUMB's fifth annual Jell-O wrestling tournament. North Quad, 8:30 p.m.
• "Glow in the Dark Dance," co-sponsored by the Otter Student Union; it highlights Dominic's Designated Driver Program. Black Box Cabaret, 9 p.m.-midnight
• Open mic night, sponsored by the Residential Housing Association. Starbucks in Student Center, 7-9 p.m.
NCAAW has grown to become the largest single event in all of academia because students take ownership in designing and implementing the observance for their campus communities. The week also provides campuses the opportunity to showcase healthy lifestyles free from the abuse or illegal use of alcohol and to combat negative stereotypes associated with college drinking behavior.
University faculty and staff members also play a vital role in working with students to educate them about alcohol.
NCAAW at CSUMB is a collaborative effort ofHealth and Wellness Services, the POWER Peer Education Program, Student Housing & Residential Life, the Residential Housing Association, Athletics, the Student Athlete Advisory Council, Student Activities & Leadership Development, the Office of Judicial Affairs & Community Standards, University Police Department, Academic & Centralized Scheduling, Sigma Theta Psi sorority, Kappa Sigma fraternity, the Multicultural Greek Council, Associated Students, Otter Student Union, Sun Street Recovery Centers and the California Highway Patrol.
NCAAW isn't the only way CSUMB works to educate students about drinking.
For the last three years, a program called AlcoholEdu has been required for all freshmen. During the summer before they start classes at CSUMB, they must complete a web-based course that deals with a variety of alcohol-related topics. The goal is to ensure that students have a base of information before they arrive on campus – when they are exposed to alcohol and behavior patterns get formed. Statistics indicate the program is having an impact.
In addition, staff members from CSUMB's Health and Wellness Services conduct educational programs and campus outreach efforts throughout the year.


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Testosterone Replacement May Lower Death Rate Among Type 2 Men
British researchers say that testosterone replacement therapy for type 2 men with low testosterone levels could reduce their death rate significantly. Over the course of a six-year study by the University of Sheffield, only 8.6 percent of low-testosterone subjects who were given replacement therapy died, compared to 20 percent of low-testosterone subjects who did not receive the therapy.
The study involved 587 type 2 men who were divided into three groups:
• Men with normal testosterone levels (Nine percent of this group died over the course of the study)
• Men with low testosterone levels who were not treated with replacement therapy (20 percent of this group died over the course of the study)
• Men with low testosterone levels who received replacement therapy (8.6 percent of this group died over the course of the study, slightly fewer than in the normal testosterone-level group)
The study results confirm a suspicion that low testosterone levels, which occur in many men with type 2 diabetes, can be linked to an increased risk of death. However, these results also suggest that it may be possible to offer a fairly simple treatment to counter that risk. Further studies on a larger scale will be needed to confirm the findings.
The researchers presented their findings in early April at the Society for Endocrinology BES 2011 meeting in Birmingham, UK.
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Pull up your chair to the German dinner table and you'll likely eat a heaping plate of meat and potatoes. You might even encounter a crunchy gingersnap or a soft, spicy gingerbread cookie [Recipe]. What you might not expect, however, is that your cookies could be in your meat dish. That's right. The German dish called Sauerbraten is a slow-cooked pot roast, loaded up with vinegar and a rich, brown gravy thickened with nothing more than cookies. But let's start at the beginning, shall … [Read more...]
Recipe: German Tree Cake (Baumtorte/Baumkuchen)
Serves 12 This is my favorite cake. All 20 layers of it. It has been since my mitten-wearing years. My mom used this intricately layered almond and chocolate cake as an activity for us kids - something to keep us busy on rainy mornings, when crayons had lost their interest. It is single-handedly responsible for my obsession with almond paste (and it's sweeter counterpart, marzipan). The original recipe might as well be called "the dance of dirty bowls." I took a hacksaw to the method, … [Read more...]
About the food of Germany
I first went to Germany for a basketball tournament. I'd just made Captain of the J.V. team, thanks in great part to the small size of our school rather than any particular skill. That weekend we played with "heart" as our coach liked to say, losing by a mere 12 points - a definite improvement since the beginning of the season when we had lost several games by well over 30 points. That kind of loss is a creaming and, unfortunately, not the kind that ends up in cake. After Friday's game … [Read more...]
Monday Meal Review: Georgia
THE SCENE "This is gonna be good," I told myself, sliding the porcelain casserole into the refrigerator. Two pounds of chicken legs swimming in a bath of lemon juice, peanut oil, and Georgian five spice - they'd have the entire night to chill out and absorb Georgian goodness before hitting the grill. I tucked Ava into bed as quickly as I could, telling Keith to cue a movie, preferably a chick flick. I put on my favorite fuzzy pajamas and crawled under the covers. The opening credits … [Read more...]
Recipe: Garlic and Walnut Sauce (Garo)
Makes 4 cups This bold tasting spread/sauce from Georgia will have your mouth asking "What is in this!" I couldn't decide what it reminded me of, which I find exciting (trying new flavors is the purpose of eating the world, A-Z!). The bold flavor of cilantro and walnut are the main body of flavor, with an earthy, almost bitter note from the spices. You can knock the bitter profile back a bit if you use less fenugreek seeds. Adapted from The Silk Road Gourmet: Volume One: Western and … [Read more...]
Recipe: Georgian Five Spice (Khmeli-Suneli)
Makes about 3 Tbsp Ever take a bite of food and know exactly what country the food is from? Ever wonder why? Usually it's because the food is loaded with typical, regional herbs and spices. The food of Georgia (the country) is no different. This Georgian five spice can be used in almost any dish thanks to it's agreeable combination of grassy herbs like coriander, savory, bay leaf and dill - along with a hit from subtly bitter fenugreek seeds (whose flavor you'll recognize from curry … [Read more...]
Recipe: Georgian Chicken
Serves 2-4 I'll be honest. I don't have great luck with grilled chicken. Usually it's bland, overdone and, as much as I hate to admit it, I'm usually to blame. Naturally, I was delighted when I found this foolproof Georgian recipe in Laura Kelley's The Silk Road Gourmet: Volume One: Western and Southern Asia - it's a giant bright bite of lemony goodness. The crazy strong flavor comes from an extra long marination - 24 hours. If you'd rather a milder flavor, try just a few hours … [Read more...]