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NORTHBROOK — You can spend a lifetime paying big money eating in restaurants, or designing restaurants, supplying them, promoting them.
And none of them are likely to name any food after you.
Employees and school children of central Northbrook, you are different. Special.
Right now, at Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Boulevard, people can order District 28 Jalapeño and Sungold Tomato Flatbread Pizza.
Fortunately, it is good. You don't want to have your name on a dish if it tastes funny.
Actually, some of you kids may think it tastes a little funny, because it has goat cheese on it.
That's weird, isn't it, kids? Little Caesar's doesn't use goat cheese.
So you can have it with mozzarella instead. It's different from the mozzarella at Little Caesar's.
But it's OK.
And the pizza has a thick, jammy sauce made with yellow, not red, tomatoes, and hot peppers.
But not too hot. Even the kindergartners from Westmoor might like it. Really.
Or from Hickory Point, Willowbrook, Winkelman and Middlefork, for that matter.
But the kids in those schools in other Northbrook districts don't have any pizzas named after them. They don't have a little truck garden behind their middle school like the one behind District 28's Northbrook Junior High, where the jalapeño peppers for the pizza come from.
Prairie Grass chefs/co-owners Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris specialize in locally-grown, fresh stuff. It takes about six minutes to get the junior high peppers over to the restaurant, and you can't get much more fresh or local than that.
But it's more than a symbolic supply. The restaurant has teamed with the district for more than a decade, trying to teach the kids about food. They frequently talk with the junior high kids about outside-the-cardboard-box nourishment, and hold healthy-cooking classes for the kids and their parents.
The chefs were the stars at a benefit dinner that raised $5,000 to start the garden last year.
"I think it's really important for the kids to know where their food comes from," Stegner said.
Stegner made the District 28 Jalapeño, Sungold Tomato & Carmelized Onion Jam that's the heart of the pizza using the peppers and tiny sweet tomatoes that are nearly as fresh.
"These are the weeks to be a chef, when everything is coming in," she said. "I'm like a kid in a candy store."
Prairie Grass, a James Beard Foundation Award winner that concentrates on healthier and fresher food, attracts a certain kind of trade.
"Our number one customer is the gardener," Stegner said.
At the Northbrook Junior High garden, the students planted the peppers – and a lot of other vegetables – in May, and summer school students tended the plots. Some of the produce goes home, but most to the Northfield Township Food Pantry.
Now, District 28 families are volunteering to work a week at a time in the garden.
Stephanie and Noel Johnston worked a recent "adopt-a-garden" week at the garden, with their kids Cassie, 10, and Kyle, 11.
"I tried at home, and just killed everything," Stephanie Johnston said.
It's a big difference in the District 28 garden run by part-time farmer Lauren Levinson, a DePaul sustainable urban development graduate student who grew up in Northbrook. About two dozen kinds of vegetables and fruits are growing up to look like the pictures on seed packets in her garden, with no pesticides or chemicals.
"We just look up a natural way to do it," Levinson said.
She doesn't tilt at windmills, however.
"We had some dinosaur kale that just got shredded by the bugs," she said.
"So we don't have it anymore."
Noel Johnson picked some beans while walking the family dog. That was, he maintained, somewhat of an accomplishment.
"I can barely pick them at the grocery store."


text: "What's That Funky Stain On My Mattress?"Jun 18, 2001 The Bottom Line You might be a little shocked to discover WHO'S been sleeping in YOUR bed! Here's a few hints and tips to reduce your chances of that EVER happening again! When I pulled the mattress pad off the mattress to wash it, boy was I surprised! I'm a clean freak! I clean behind the fridge three times a year! I pull the stove out and scrub with all my heart! I even pull the washer and dryer out every year and clean! So the day I pulled my mattress pad off the bed to wash it, you can imagine my horror when I discovered a little two inch round brownish stain on my brand new - less than a year old - Simmons Beautyrest! Now nobody in my family wets the bed anymore ... the dog doesn't even GET on the bed while we're around ... we don't EAT in the bed ... we rarely drink in the bed ... so the spot in the lower middle portion of the mattress pretty much confused me. So I called Eric (that's my husband), "Honey, there's a two inch brown stain on my Beautyrest. Do you know anything about it?" There was silence for a second and then he asked, "What part of your anatomy are we talking about and why would I know anything about it?" Geez! Doesn't anyone even know what kind of MATTRESS they sleep on or is it just me? Alright ... so Eric was clueless. I plopped down on the mattress and studied that spot. What the HECK was that??? HOW I CLEANED THE MYSTERY SPOT: I called up Simmons and asked about the spot. No, I didn't ask them if they knew what the spot was ... THAT would be sort of embarrassing. I ASKED them how I could CLEAN it! First, they advised me to try a good quality upholstery shampoo and just try the instructions on the can. If that didn't work, then they told me to mix up a concoction called "Dry Suds" and apply that to the spot. The upholstery shampoo did very little to render the mattress free of the stain. So ... on to step two. The SUDS. Dry suds, it seems is a blend that mattress manufacturers have been using for years on all SORTS of mystery spots and stains. If the stain is fresh it works better, but I had pretty good luck on my "mystery" stain! To make these miracle working suds, you need a little warm water, some dry detergent and an electric beater. Put the detergent in a bowl (I used about a quarter cup) and start slowly pouring in warm water a few teaspoon fulls at a time. Mix this stuff on medium speed and it will form into this CRAZY froth of suds! Skim the top off the froth and take it to your mattress. With a soft brush or a firm sponge, rub the dry suds into the stain using a circular motion. Keep rubbing until the stain begins to fade. If you need to use more, be sure to rinse your sponge or brush in warm water and be sure to rid it of any and all water droplets before using the dry suds. Your goal here is to NOT get the padding inside the mattress wet. If you do, you're going to end up with not ONLY a funky STAIN, but also a funky smell as well! Be SURE you dry the mattress WELL before putting your mattress pad and sheets back on. I, being the clean freak that I am, dragged mine out on the back deck in the sunshine and let it dry naturally. Of course, you can always be normal and just easily aim a fan towards the mattress and allow it to dry that way too! HOW TO REGULARLY MAINTAIN YOUR MATTRESS: Maintaining a mattress requires VERY little time OR effort. Be sure to protect that mattress with a good mattress pad or cover. The cover should be easy to take off and put back on as well as be machine washable! Investing in a GOOD mattress pad can save your mattress YEARS in damage due to stains and wear! Mattresses should be turned periodically end over end (for pillow topped mattresses) and for all others, flip it bottom to top as WELL as end over end. Rotating a mattress keeps it from wearing out in the same spot night after night! I always find that after I rotate my mattress, I get a much better nights sleep. Every time I change my mattress pad, I be sure I vacuum the surface of my mattress as WELL as the boxed springs. Be sure to vacuum the sides and if you can slip beneath your bed, be sure to get the undersides as well. By removing the dust from your mattress, you cut down on dust mites living in your mattress. Recent studies have also discovered all SORTS of critters sleeping in your bed with you ... things like disease & allergy causing bacteria, fungi, germs mold & mildew and heaven forbid, dust mites. Dust mites like warm, dark and humid conditions like your mattress and get this ... 90% of people with asthma have an allergy to the dust mite! YUCK! Do you realize that you can be exposed to up to 2 million mites in your mattress at one time, so for pity's sake people ... clean your mattress!!! WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS: There ARE professional mattress cleaning companies that actually come to your home and do the cleaning for you! MITex is one company that my mother used and they did a wonderful job of cleaning hers! These companies are a bit on the pricey side, but ARE cheaper than purchasing a new mattress! FINAL THOUGHTS: Keep your mattresses clean! Take care of them and they'll last for years and years! Be sure to vacuum it regularly and keep the rotation going! Spray it lightly from time to time with a fabric freshener before you turn it ... and be sure to buy a pad! By the way, we found out what the stain was. While I was cleaning it, it turned back to it's original red color. The stain was a small splash of red wine that somehow found it's way onto my mattress the evening that .... well, nevermind. That's another epinion altogether. |

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To all you along the Mississippi Basin, I hate to tell you, but its going to get worse... Maybe not as bad for east of the Continental divide as for the West, but We have RECORD SNOW STILL ON THE GROUND. Most of the closed ski resorts are still reporting over 100" Inch pack. Meaning it has not started melting yet, and its still accumulating as we speak. This year there has been over 40' feet of snow. It got warm in Steamboat Springs, CO the other day and the water run off caused boulders to slide and roads to wash out. They are already calling for Historic floods in Boulder. The melt should have already started... but... something else has other plans, I guess.


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I bought a number of daffodil and narcissus bulbs, including King Alfred, Ice Follies, Tete-a-Tete, and Paperwhites, last fall for forcing, along with a number of other bulbs -- tulips, hyacinths, crocus, iris, and muscari. I've had a lot of the various narcissus sit there and refuse to grow roots, doing nothing. If the foliage does eventually grow, it is stunted and yellowed, and doesn't do anything, no flowers. Some of each kind are growing, but it doesn't make for a very full or attractive pot this way, with some normal, healthy bulbs and some stunted, dead ones. Depending upon the variety, it seems that anywhere from 10% (Ice Follies) to about 75% (the paperwhites and tete-a-tetes) are bad. Everything else is doing just fine, and yielding beautiful flowers. I've got crocus, hyacinths, and iris in bloom right now, and tulips will open in about 2 to 3 days. Everything was purchased from same sources and handled same way, planted same time, etc. I've noticed this problem lately in narcissus, and I don't think it's anything I've done. I believe it's a problem that is coming with the bulbs. They LOOK ok to the naked eye. I haven't, but should, cut some of them open and see what's going on inside. The first sign or symptom is that, when potted last fall, put into the greenhouse and watered in prior to going into cold storage, many of the narcissus bulbs just did not grow roots. Ordinarily, roots pop out of these bulbs very quickly, within days of being planted and watered. But, many of these just sat there, even the ones that did eventually grow, for up to a month before anything happened. I was concerned at that point, but nothing really I could do about it. Anyone know what this might be? Some type of disease problem? Or, perhaps something is being done to the bulbs in the supply chain, like being cooked in the back of a UPS truck on a hot day or something? Dennis
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- Posted by gardengal48 PNW zone 8 (My Page) on Sun, Feb 8, 09 at 11:00
Hard to say without knowning more details about your forcing procedures but it is rather unlikely that it is something to do with the bulbs themselves, given that all your other bulb types are doing fine and you got them from the same place. Paperwhites are about the easiest of all bulbs to force - they don't require a chill period and will grow roots and the beginning of foliage even in the stores and bulb outlets and will produce flowers promptly if grown only in rocks and water. My immediate thought would be too moist a soil condition. Narcissus need soils that are just barely moist until they start producing top growth. Is that possible? |
I'm wondering if the bulbs you bought had been out of the ground for more than the usual time. Sometimes, when I've bought remaindered bulbs, they have behaved just as you describe and I put it down to being too long out of the ground. (The same with the inevitable bulb that escapes from the bucket and I find much later with a few roots, skimpy leaves, growing on the surface. Summer heat and not much protection.) Could you buy a few bulbs from a different supplier to see if you get a more consistent result for next year? |
- Posted by paula_in_pa z6 SEPA ChesCo (My Page) on Sun, Feb 15, 09 at 9:56
I had the same experience, last November I bought firm good looking narcissus from a local garden center and they never grew. I grow them in a hurricane vase with decorative stones on the bottom, water touching the bottoms of the bulbs, same as I've done in the past, for success. They sat there for weeks doing nothing, finally started to rot. I was starting to think too, that they're being put into the market too soon, similarly, bringing mums into stores in mid august! |
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Breakfast Topic: Consumables: Buy, gather, or make? {WoW}
Feb 19th 2008 9:32AM I think in such situations a guild is really helpful especially when you raid more than 80% of your time on the main. In this situation you can use other guild members to fill in on the proffessions you don't have. I play a spriest and thus want tailoring which only leaves me with one other, there I took Alchemy because poting is crucial part to keep up spell rotation. Now with buying consumables ready of AH you lose the benefit of procs with elixirs, pots flask etc. So i buy the mats and make it myself. Maybe WoTLK will give a 3rd proffession to have on toon.
Addon Spotlight: QuestHelper {WoW}
Feb 19th 2008 9:07AM Although I see the added value of these type of addons, this game is still a MMORPG. RPG's have adventures and part of the fun is also to discover while traveling through the land, speaking with NPCs and finding new treasures. If i read people talk about efficient and time is money all good and tru but than don't play this game. It is and will always be a time sink. I believe you will take away the fun, excitment and spirit of the game if your avatar runs only from A to B to C etc without focusing on the lore and the environment built into this game. You make sound questing sound like as it is only a means for leveling but in fact it is also to explore the game. If you are hot about adventure games try to use your brain first and if you are stuck use a guide for the last bit. NOT start with a guide and occasionally use your brain because we all know on average people don't do use the brain than anymore out of convinience.
just my 2 cents
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By Youth Specialties on August 24 2014
We are excited to share this post from Les Christie and we're thrilled that he'll be at both NYWC Sacramento and NYWC Atlanta!
Original photo by Montecruz Foto.
Like most other youth workers, I've been burned time and again by a certain kind of kid. These kids are difficult to love. They've got a calloused outer shell that's difficult to penetrate. They don't laugh or cry. They seem to have cut themselves off from all emotion. It's hard to read what they are feeling at any specific moment. They've created a protective barrier around themselves, often because of emotional pain from past experiences.
I call such hardened kids "caustic kids." The word caustic comes from the same root as the word cauterize, a medical term that means to burn until a wound is closed off. Caustic kids are those who have burned relationships with peers and those in authority to the point where almost all their relationships have been closed off.
If you're one who shies away from kids like this, I don't blame you. They're hard to interact with and it's natural to distance yourself from them—they give you lots of reasons not to like them:
- They tend to be self-centered.
- They defy you at every step, refusing to cooperate.
- They can sabotage your ministry by talking bad about you to anyone who will listen—including their parents and other kids in the group.
- They tell magnetic stories about the parties they've gone to, movies they've seen, the classes they've skipped, the people they've hurt, the guns they own, and the joyrides they've taken in stolen cars.
- They bring the worst kind of music along in the church bus—and then they tune out everyone as they hide behind earbuds.
- They sneak off to smoke cigarettes… or worse.
- They're strong-willed (just like most youth leaders!).
Though caustic kids offer us plenty of reasons to pull in the welcome mat, there are also a few compelling reasons we must minister to them:
Caustic youth require a long-term commitment and conditions might get worse before they get better. But, you really shouldn't expect building relationships and communicating with these difficult students to be easy.
That's why you also need the support of other adults to work successfully with caustic kids. When your efforts are continually frustrated, you may begin to lose your self-confidence and think that you're a failure. You need people around you to show you that you're not crazy and to encourage you in the truth that you can minister to these kids.
Finally, and most importantly, it's essential to pray. In Mark 9:14-29, the disciples run into a situation that seems impossible. But in verse 29, Jesus reminds them that there is something they can do: "This kind can come out only by prayer."
The hurt and hardness of caustic kids can be softened only by the tenderness of God's Holy Spirit. And that comes by prayer. Pray that the kids in your group would experience the love and healing power of God.
Les Christie chairs the youth ministry department at William Jessup University and has spoken at each YS National Youth Workers Convention for the last 30 years. He's also authored more than 15 books and you can hear Les speak at both NYWC Sacramento and NYWC Atlanta!


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Professor Siniša Malešević is a Professor and Head of School of Sociology at the University College Dublin. He is also Member of the Royal Irish Academy. Previously he was a research fellow in the Institute for International Relations (Zagreb), the Centre for the Study of Nationalism (Prague) and senior lecturer at National University of Ireland, Galway. He also held visiting research fellowships in the Institute for Human Sciences (Vienna) and the London School of Economics.
His research interests include comparative-historical and theoretical study of war, organized violence, ethnicity, nationalism, and ideology. His recent books include The Sociology of War and Violence (Cambridge University Press, 2010), Identity as Ideology: Understanding Ethnicity and Nationalism, (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2006), The Sociology of Ethnicity (Sage, 2004), Ideology, Legitimacy and the New State (Routledge 2002; reprinted in 2008) and co-edited volume Ernest Gellner and Contemporary Social Thought (Cambridge University Press, 2007).
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"3 classic short sci-fi stories"
I have loved sci-fi from childhood and actually remembered one of the stories. A great way to spend some time while driving. As there are 3 stories, there are natural places to stop and take a break if you like.
"much better than the movie"
I love listening to books after I have watched the movie. The story is always great and the differences...what was left out and what was added in...are fascinating to discover.
This is a well-narrated book that is completely different from the movie. Just about the only thing the two have in common is the title.
If you like zombies, and who doesn't, you cannot pass this one up!!!
"almost as good as the movie!!!"
I love listening to books that have been made into movies. These classic stories are great fun no matter how we enjoy them. Noticing the differences between the two stories is always entertaining. In this case, the endings are wildly different!!! Great fun.
The Humphrey Bogart movie is so ingrained in my mind, and I suspect yours, that, at first, hearing someone else's voice speak the famous lines is jarring. But after about 30 minutes or so, that went away and I was able to enjoy a nice narration.
There are actually 3 movie versions of this story; and I am going to track down the other two for fun.
"great fun"
These little episodes are meant to be listened to...not read. It is a challenge to longtime Dr. Who fans like myself to discover that the 'universe (of Dr Who) has expanded'. I will never ever get through them all....but it is great fun trying!!!!
"Grat movie. Fun listen"
It is always fun to listen to or read the book that inspired the movie. Visualizing the movie as I listen to the book it was interesting to see the change in characters and scenes. You could almost hear the writers. say well we can't do it the way they did it in the book but we can do it this way. This is a case where at this point in time the movie is definitely better than the book. The plot loses its way considerably And the ending is a letdown. But the author indulges himself in some fantastically described scenes that make up for that loss. All in all, a fun listen.
"I like the narration."
Much fun
The story was a bit long this time but the narration that is much been criticized was actually quite enjoyable. There is a bit of a jar every time a new character starts to speak but that goes away very quickly.
"golden classic still relevant"
I had forgotten this book. The language is fun because it is so quaint and old-timely. But the messages and ideas still work today. A fun listen.
"Great fun"
The listen is better than the read. Each book just gets better. If a sci fi and mystery fan you will not be disappointed.
"listening is better than reading"
This is an author that it is better to listen to than to read. When reading this book, and I have several times, the temptation is to speed up and skim...listening however is an entirely different experence. The time he takes in describing a scene is best enjoyed by the forced slow pace of hearing.
And of course this particular book has all of the pleasures noted by the other reviews.


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The City of Cambridge Bridge Park Apartments located at 121 Fern Street South is accepting sealed bids on 2 commercial washing machines.
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August 7, 2014
RE: Demolition Bid Requirements for 362 AND 390 Roosevelt St. S. (PIN: 151620190 and 151620210)
Dear Contractor:
The City is contacting you to provide a bid for the demolition work to be completed at the above listed properties. Demolition of the two foundation slabs is needed. If you are interested, please submit a bid including the following items by August 22, 2014. The following are the specifications required by the City that the contractor shall provide (please provide the cost or an explanation/acknowledgment for each of these items in your bid):
Call Gopher-One call before any digging.
Remove the foundation slabs and all debris including the foundation walls, footings, and all underground piping.
Back-fill the basement with packed clean sand.
Provide 3 inches of black dirt for top soil on top of sand, leveled appropriately and provide seed and water the grass.
Contractor must disconnect and cap the water services as approved by city.
Contractor must disconnect and cap the sewer services as approved by city.
Contractor will be required to obtain appropriate permits.
Contractor shall be insured and provide liability insurance with their submittal of bid.
Please contact me at 763-552-3207 if you have any questions.
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Spanish with YOUR major
Ashley Murray
Spanish MajorHola, Me llamo Ashley Murray and I am a junior here at Marywood University. I am a Spanish major with the opportunity to minor in Psychology and Sociology. I also have the opportunity to play basketball at the collegiate level here at Marywood! I fell in love with the Spanish culture my freshman year of high school. Since then I always knew I wanted to do something that had to do with the language. I am hoping to be some type of teacher who can work with younger kids who need help learning English, either in a school or a counseling center. I am still a ways away from knowing and understanding the full language, but if there is any institution that can help me learn it all it's Marywood University! I am hoping to graduate with a major in Spanish in 2015 and then return for Graduate School the following fall. Having a strong background in Spanish can help in any job field I choose due to the growing Spanish speaking population in our community. I am excited to see what my future has to offer me, and I know having a Spanish education from Marywood will only make my future brighter!
A More Diverse Nation -----
The non-Hispanic white population is projected to peak in 2024, at 199.6 million, up from 197.8 million in 2012. Unlike other race or ethnic groups, however, its population is projected to slowly decrease, falling by nearly 20.6 million from 2024 to 2060.
Meanwhile, the Hispanic population will more than double, from 53.3 million in 2012 to 128.8 million in 2060. Consequently, by the end of the period, nearly one in three U.S. residents will be Hispanic, up from about one in six today.
In order to thoroughly prepare tomorrow's health professionals "schools of nursing and medicine…are contemplating adding a foreign language requirement to their curriculum. In fact, some nursing programs have already recognized the value of bilingualism and are offering courses in Medical Spanish," (Kalist 115).
Marywood is far ahead of the curve, having taught an elementary class in Spanish for Health Professionals since the 1990s. However the Foreign Languages Department soon realized that most of our nursing students were too advanced in their Spanish skills for an elementary course. Therefore, in 2013 we introduced an intermediate level Medical Spanish (SPAN 399) taught by a practicing registered nurse to better serve our students.
Your prior experience with Spanish determines the courses you study. Students beginning their foreign language at the 223 level or beyond can earn a minor with only five (5) courses (15 total). Students beginning at an Intermediate Level (211, 212) require 18 credits total. Besides Medical Spanish, we suggest Conversational Spanish (SPAN 275), The Latino Condition in the U.S. (SPAN 350), Contemporary Hispanic Issues (SPAN 310) or a survey course or literature course. A summer session abroad not only immerses students in language and culture, but also can guarantee graduation in four years.
Contact the Foreign Languages Department before your first semester so that we can help you plan your personalized academic schedule. We can guarantee that you will be better prepared to serve all your patients.
Kalist, David E. "Registered Nurses and the Value of Bilingualism." Cornell University ILRReview 59.1 (2005): 99-118. Cornell University. 1 Oct. 2005. Web. 27 Mar. 2014. <website>.
Nusing Majors with Spanish Minor
Recommended Course of Study
A. The student beginning Spanish classes at the 211 level should take the following 6 courses to complete an 18 credit minor:
- Spanish 211 – Intermediate Spanish I
- Spanish 212 – Intermediate Spanish II
- Spanish 223 or Spanish 300 (Spanish for Reading and Review / Intensive Grammar – depending on student proficiency level)
- Spanish 275 – Conversational Spanish
- Spanish 307* – Advanced Medical Spanish
- Spanish 310, 325 or 350 – (Contemporary Hispanic Issues, Latin American Culture and Civilization or The Latino Condition in the U.S. – depending on course offerings)
B. The student beginning Spanish classes at the 223 level should take the following 5 courses to complete a 15 credit minor:
- Spanish 223 – Spanish for Reading and Review
- Spanish 300 – Intensive Grammar
- Spanish 275 – Conversational Spanish
- Spanish 307*– Advanced Medical Spanish
- Spanish 310, 325 or 350 – (Contemporary Hispanic Issues, Latin American Culture and Civilization or The Latino Condition in the U.S. – depending on course offerings)
C. Student beginning Spanish classes above the 223 level should take the following 5 courses to complete a 15 credit minor:
- Spanish 300 – Intensive Grammar
- Spanish 307*– Advanced Medical Spanish
- Spanish 275 – Conversational Spanish
- Spanish 310 or 350 – (Contemporary Hispanic Issues or The Latino Condition in the U.S. – depending on course offerings)
- Spanish 325 – Latin American Culture and Civilization
NOTE: Substitutions for these recommended courses may be warranted, however any substitutions must be approved by the Foreign Languages Department.


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Three dimensional models depicting the quintessential culture and history of Madurai installed in three different places in the city were unveiled on Monday, as a prelude to 'Maamadurai Potruvom' (Celebrate Madurai), an annual festival to be launched in February to celebrate the glory of Madurai.
Scheduled for February 8, 9 and 10, 'Maamadurai Potruvom' is aimed at promoting and creating awareness of Madurai's rich heritage, culture, tradition, antiquity and history. The 3D models unveiled on Monday illustrate the cultural and historical significance of Madurai, which is believed to be 3000 years old.
The model near Vilakuthoon depicts a man trying to tame a raging bull, illustrating the traditional sport of 'Jallikattu'. Near the busy Periyar Bus Stand, the Western Gate of the Nayak Fort has been given a facelift. Artists have replicated a part of the fort's wall, demolished by the British in 1841. The 16th century structure looks magnificent with a majestic logo of 'Maamadurai Potruvom' and five silhouettes of elephant heads.
The 3D model at Palanganatham has silhouettes of elephants on rocks containing ancient Tamil inscriptions. The logos of 'Maamadurai Potruvom' have been displayed at all three places. The logo depicts the colourful streets and the four gopurams of the famous Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple near the legendary Vaigai River.
Collector Anshul Mishra, Mayor V. V. Rajan Chellappa, Corporation Commissioner R. Nanthagopal, Karumuttu. T. Kannan, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple and the head of the committee formed to organise the event and other members of the committee unveiled the 3D models.
"Madurai Corporation and district administration will undertake works to clean Madurai and accentuate the historical significance and tourist attractions of the city", the Mayor said after unveiling the three models.
As many as 40 artists from Chennai headed by art director Nagu undertook the creation of the models for two weeks.
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Features By Scott Beggs on April 7, 2014 | Be the First To CommentWhy Watch? You can't see this short film on YouTube anymore. As reported at Cartoon Brew, Sony had it taken down from the site despite zero Sony-made images or sounds appearing in it. Fortunately, you can still watch Sintel online in all its CGI glory. Directed by Pixar animator Colin Levy, it follows a tragic, obsessed warrior who is on the hunt for a dragon. Not to kill it, but to save it. Even at four years old, the animation resonates, and the story resounds powerfully. Like most action shorts, it begins with a balletic fight scene proving our hero's dominance, but unlike most action shorts, it heads in an uneasy direction marked by ferocity of purpose and the blindness of loyalty. Such is this adventurer's hamartia.
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"Time is of the essence" is a term in British and United States contract law which indicates that the parties to the agreement must perform by the time to which the parties have agreed if a delay will cause material harm, such as the court's interpretation in the case of Foundation Development Corp. v. Loehmann's Inc. 788 P.2d 1189 (Ariz. 1990). In that case, a minor delay was not held to cause material harm and thus no breach of contract occurred.
Compare this to an "express clause" where a specific contract term must be performed to avoid breach, such as in the court decision in Dove v. Rose Acre Farms, Inc. 434 N.E.2d 931 (Ct. App. Ind. 1982).
Contrast this with reasonable time, where a delay in performing may be justified if it is reasonably required, based upon subjective circumstances such as unexpected weather. Black's Law Dictionary (2nd Pocket ed. 2001 pg. 584).


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Sniper Elite Nazi Zombie getting spin-off trilogy release on PS4 and Xbox One
Rebellion's Zombie Army series is the latest to be remastered for a release on PS4, Xbox One and PC.
Sniper Elite 3 claims second UK No.1
Rebellion and 505 Games' Sniper Elite 3 is once again at the top of the UKIE GfK Chart-Track All Formats Top 40 this week.
Sniper Elite 3 buyers left empty handed after key scam
A batch of stolen and subsequently re-sold Steam keys has left potentially hundreds of Sniper Elite 3 buyers without a copy of the game.
Sniper Elite 3 shoots straight to No.1
The latest addition to 505 Game's Sniper Elite series has gone straight to the top of the UKIE GfK Chart-Track All Formats Top 40.
Sniper Elite 3 release date revealed
505 Games has confirmed the WWII shooter will launch this June.
Rebellion says Microsoft can fix Xbox One's 1080p struggle
Xbox One's eSRAM is the cause of Xbox One's struggle to output games at 1080p.
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The MTV Video Music Award performances on Sunday were memorable, each for their own reasons. But one that knocked out the rest was the show's closing act by Katy Perry.
Dressed in tiger-print boxing garb, the 28-year-old singer performed her latest single "Roar" underneath the Brooklyn Bridge.
Perry's new edgy look shined during the performance -- it's seemingly different from her "Teenage Dream" days, and she's ready to give that persona up.
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Eskil has done it! He has completed the "List of 26" and has shut off the "join Love" screen until January 7th, when the beta will officially open up to all new players.
However, if you've been with Eskil through the Alpha process, you have a small thank you gift in the form of the servers already open for you and patched up with the beta client. So, if you have had an active account this past month, log in and see some of the things Eskil has changed and/or added to the game. Things like sound -- glorious sound!
For the full run down of Eskil's 26 major additions to Love, you're going to have to check out his Twitter page. There's no formal patch notes as of yet, so this is the best you can do until Eskil gets it all down formally on paper or just lets us find out what he changed.
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I have oft-times been surprised by the number of otherwise staunch supporters of the RKBA and concealed carriers who readily concede that concealed carry is not part of the RKBA, but only a privilege to be granted by the government.
Now, I am not talking about the practical fact that to "legally" carry concealed in most states, you must have a permit/license from the state. I am talking about whether you believe that the RKBA--that right which preexists and is not dependent upon the 2A, by the way--applies only to "openly" carrying arms, or also applies to the concealed carrying of arms.
In my view, the RKBA is a basic, God-given, human right that derives from the equally basic, God-given, human rights of life and self-defense. As such, I do not see how that right is in any way limited in terms of the manner in which one carries his/her weapon. If I want to put it in my pocket, tuck it in my pants, stick it in my sock, or strap on an oversized, bright yellow, drop-leg, kydex and velcro holster, that's my business.
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]]>A freelancer has plenty of troubles to have to deal with, and the worst one is that people are going to demand they pay you a pittance for work that is above and beyond perfect, and they expect it now. You are also at risk of being screwed over by every client you ever get because they are think there are no negative repercussions to screwing you over, and if you are not of a naturally conniving nature then it may be true that there is no negative repercussions to screwing you over. Here is a scattershot of writing tools that may help you as a freelance writer.
They want to pay you like you are a chemical toilet? Then give them value for their money by producing a batch of poop that looks on the surface like top quality cheese. Here is how you do it in the most efficient and professional manner possible, you simply enter the text you want to copy into the tool and spin it.
Once it is spun, you go to CopyScape and run a 5c test to check for plagiarism. As you read the report you need to change bits of wording that are highlighted as copied so that it passes the next plagiarism test. You also improve a bit of the text if you see glaring mistakes made by the spinbot. Now, all you do is make the opening paragraph perfect, like 100% perfect top quality. The client will run a plagiarism test, which will pass, and will read the first paragraph and skim read the rest. Grab payment from them as soon as possible before they start posting the content and noticing how bad the content you wrote really is. If they want to pay you a pittance, then you should make them regret it whilst still being paid.
The GrammarBase Proofreader
You are going to make mistakes if you are a writer. They happen because writers get caught up in the flow of putting thoughts into words. This proofreading tool will help you catch those mistakes so you do not look silly in front of your clients.
Sign up for a free membership with the plagiarism tool. There is a free function that allows you to run five tests per day on website content (just enter the URL) and there is a tool that allows you to run plagiarism tests on the content you paste into the window. It only costs 5c per time and you have to buy the credits in advance. There is also CopySentry, which will run routine checks to see if anybody has copied your content recently. There is also a batch-upload function where you can upload a bunch of files to the plagiarism checker and it will check them all for you so you do not have to copy and paste any text.
There are often times when you have to write about the things you see on the Internet, but if you copy lists directly then it is going to produce a plagiarized piece of work. You have to rewrite the entries on the list and it is a good idea to put them in a different order too. Use this tool to randomize the list for you. If you put a comma after the list entries then you can paste the results directly onto your word processor and it puts them in a comma-filled sentence. Alternatively, if you use "paste special" and paste it as unformatted text, then it will list the items in a numbered list that is obviously in a different order from the original list.
Pro Writing Aid
So far, there does not appear to be a catch with this website. You enter your text into the tool and it creates a big analysis report on lots of different writing elements. It is not just restricted to mistakes, but also gives you a long list of the things you can improve about your text. It dabbles in basic ideas such as sentence length and repeated words and phrases, but also gives you clichés and redundancies reports as well as writing style reports, sticky sentence reports, transition reports and many more. It can help you pick out your grammar and sentence errors and your spelling mistakes. It also analyses the text in a way that allows it to also pick up on typos that are spelt correctly.
Write Words – Phrase Frequency counter
Check to see if you have overused keywords or key-phrases with this tool. Just select how many words are in your keyword/key-phrase and run a test for that amount of words. It will show you how many times phrases with that many words have appeared in the text and ergo shows you if you have overused a keyword/key phrase. There are other tools on the WriteWords website that you may like to try. There are also articles on the website that may be of use to you; the website itself was built to help writers and has plenty of information and help on there for writers to enjoy.
Amy Cowen is a professional proofreader and editor at Aussiessay.com. When she faced the problem of improving her articles she gained a lot of knowledge on this topic. Today Amy is happy to share a few ideas with you
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Find them in the right place:
When you are looking to search and apply online for freelance jobs you have to make sure you're looking in the right place. First of all, you should forget about focusing on the offline world and on the traditional media like press, papers, businesses' windows and so on.
Everybody is looking to the Internet for hiring purposes, since hiring someone online will expand the number of people reached an will enable companies to get more visibility at the same time.
Don't worry about them being full-time or part-time slots:
Even if the vacancy you're looking at is a full-time or part-time job – don't worry. Kindly e-mail the business stating that whenever they need service "X" done they can simply outsource it to you and you'll work it out and do it, no need to hire someone – some companies will probably reply as they're always looking to save money and sometimes a freelancer comes cheaper.
Hit like a marksman, don't "spray and pray":
When you are looking around for work, you may feel tempted to build one single curriculum vitae and just spray it around throughout every possible job opening you can find – this is going to backfire and you won't score the job of your dreams with this approach, that's a guarantee.
What you must do is become a marksman instead and, like a sniper, you should aim towards the job opening you'd like to feel and tackle it as hard as you can.
So, as you can see, getting Freelancing gigs is quite similar to being constantly on the job market, prowling for the next big hit. You're going to compete against other freelancers and against regular people looking for a job as well, so you must master your skills and hone your job hunting techniques.
Don't worry, you know what they say: "Practice makes Perfect!"
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]]>Medical Professionals
There are several fields within the medical world that allow individuals to work from home. These include medical transcription, work-from-home registered nurses, and even physicians and radiologists who are based out of their homes and are hired by companies that need their help in evaluating various patient cases for proper diagnosis and treatment. So if you have always wanted to help people by working in the healthcare field but you want the freedom of working from home, there are several directions you can take.
Online Educators
For people who love to teach but cannot find the right job or who have a schedule that does not work with traditional teaching environments, there is the opportunity to work from home helping students succeed in their studies. Some colleges hire online adjunct professors, and salaries can be surprisingly high for this position. There are also many sites that hire online tutors or that hire individuals who can write and edit testing materials for standard tests that are given in public and private schools.
Public Relations Specialists
When it comes to the wide field of public relations, everyone from authors to musicians and even small businesses could use assistance, so there is definitely money to be made as a work-from-home PR specialist who is knowledgeable not only in how to write a compelling press release but also how and where to send it in order to get the most coverage possible. PR specialists who work from home in the music industry, for example, may be able to get contracts to work with some of the biggest names in a genre through successful record labels. Other PR representatives can find their own clients in any industry and establish long-term relationships with them.
Tax Preparers and Financial Managers
Preparing taxes from home for both individuals as well as businesses like Intuit is a great way to earn a great salary. Also, financial managers, such as mortgage executives, may also be called upon by large companies like JPMorgan Chase in addition to their own personal clients.
Business Careers
From business consultants to project management positions, there are a variety of work-from-home opportunities within the world of business as well. Today's largest companies are recognizing how much more productive people can be if they are given the freedom to work from the comfort of their homes, and they are willing to allow more individuals to telecommute as a result.
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]]>These things also depend on you and whether ghostwriting is a good use of your time. Certain occupations aren't for everyone. How does one determine if ghostwriting is ideal for him or her? There are pros and cons to ghostwriting that need to be considered. Let the following information help you decide which path is best for you.
Pro: Quietly Earning Income With No Need to Promote
Imagine the guarantee of making thousands of dollars by writing a book. Unfortunately, when you really take the time to write your own book, there's no guarantee it will sell, and getting it published and properly promoted may be a nightmare. Seeking these things may take a great deal of time and energy away from you—time that is needed to do writing, make money and pay the bills.
As a ghostwriter, that responsibility is not yours. You only need hold up your end as the silent co-author, and your payday follows. From there, you're free to move immediately on to your next paying project.
Con: No One Knows You Wrote It Much of the Time
Looking to be a famous writer? Don't expect it to happen with ghostwriting. These systems of writing, whether it's the process of writing books for celebrities or a series of SEO articles, rarely end with your name on the final product.
Imagine you wrote a best-selling novel for a celebrity. You signed an agreement stating she would get all the credit, but you were paid handsomely. In that agreement, you swore you would say nothing to anyone of your role in writing the book. Later, resenting this person with no writing talent whatsoever getting all this acclaim, you let it slip on social media that you are the writer. The next thing you know, it's all over the news and this celebrity's lawyer is contacting you.
The lesson: If you can't take the idea of ghostwriting because your name matters more than your wallet, it's generally best to stick to writing you can and will put your name on.
Pro: Building Writing Experience
Some writers have ghostwritten some of their best work. Rather than being upset because no one will ever know, they are thankful for the ability to hone their skills as a writer. Without attaching their name to the work, the person is free to work hard on their tone, their expression of knowledge, and in some cases, the way to best express an opinion.
Ghostwriting can also be good for transcending one's comfort zone or expressing one's self in a way they typically don't when their name is on the paper.
Some famous authors have written under aliases in order to allow themselves a wider range of writing experience. As they were writing under a name that was not their own and/or not associated with their brand, this could be seen as a form of ghostwriting.
Con: Experience Often Required for Ghostwriting
This is a bit of a catch-22. While ghostwriting can serve as a safe way to work on your writing and gift you more skill and experience, experience is often required in order to be accepted by a client.
There's a good reason for that: The client's name is going to be on it.
If you've no real experience as a writer, it's best to get some first. There are entry level/"no experience required" writing projects out there. Work on getting a few under your belt and building up your resume.
Once you've written for a few clients over a year or two, revisit the opportunity of ghostwriting.
As you can see, there are some amazing and not-so-amazing aspects of ghostwriting. It requires you to put time and effort into a written project and then allow someone else to claim credit for it. This is not easy, particularly for writers who want to gain exposure. The essential thing about ghostwriting is you can gain so much more than exposure: You can gain confidence and ability as a writer.
These are things you can then put toward projects you will have your name on. You can also write pressure-free, as promotion is on someone else. If you're inexperienced, it's best to wait before attempting to break into the world of ghostwriting. If after you do gain experience, you decide you simply like writing and don't need everyone to give you credit, you may find yourself part of a rewarding area of writing.
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]]>Luckily, there are plenty of tools out there to help you get the job done. There are project management applications, personal timers, scheduling tools and much more. The problem is, when you've already got a busy schedule ahead of you, it can be difficult setting aside ample time to try out new methods and strategies. That is especially true when it comes to wading through the sea of available freelance tools and software applications.
To help you out, I've compiled a list of the five most important tools that no freelancer should be without. If you've ever used these in the past, then you will understand right away how important they are. If you've never used them before, well you should probably get on that right away.
Sometimes you just need an extremely simple to-do list that recounts your daily duties and responsibilities. When you clutter such a list with too much junk, it can make task management even more difficult. That's where Teux Deux comes into the picture. It's a remarkably beautiful and yet minimal application that helps you keep track of your daily requirements. You can access the platform via the web, or a mobile app for iOS.
Evernote is, quite simply, one of the best notation tools around. The real benefit is that it features cross-platform support, which means you can read and save notes from a desktop, mobile or tablet. All you need to do is register for an account and sign-in on all of your devices. You can save a lot more than just text notes too. You can also include photos, audio and video for reference later. There are tons of notation tools out there, but most of them are not as full-featured as Evernote.
Dropbox is actually a file storage platform, but a powerful one at that. Like Evernote, Dropbox is remarkably useful thanks to the cross-platform support which allows you to access your content from any device. You can synchronize resources between your computer, smartphone or tablet. For freelancers, data storage is very important because you never know where you'll be taking your work or when you'll need to access your content.
Trello is even better when you're working collaboratively with a team of other freelancers. Of course, it's just as useful if you're the sole proprietor! It essentially organizes all of your projects and tasks into separate boards. Then you can use the boards to track the progress of each task, see who's been working on what and more. It's one of the most versatile project management tools around, and it doesn't hurt that it features cross-platform support on desktop and mobile devices (Android and iOS).
One of the most time consuming tasks for anyone – freelancers included – is email management. Boomerang relies heavily on its email organization features, along with some very useful scheduling tools. You can schedule an email to be sent later and set personal reminders for each one. If you receive an email in an inopportune moment you can "boomerang" the content, which essentially bounces it out to a server and back again at a selected time. The boomerang feature is great if you want the email to remain fresh and "unread". You can also setup follow-up reminders and much more. Furthermore, Boomerang is available for desktop and mobile.
There you have it – these are five tools that no freelancer should ever have to go without. Give them a try if you haven't already; you never know when a new tool could revolutionize your workflow.
Are there any tools or apps you use on a daily basis that weren't mentioned here? Share your favorites in the comments below!
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Not unlike a garden, a healthy business is one that has plenty of room to grow. While some may believe that it's enough to simply hope for the best, the truth is that this will undoubtedly create an internal anxiety that will slowly build the longer you take to address it. Instead, take a pro-active look at how your business is being run and where you would like to see it go in the future. What have you been doing to make potential customers aware of your brand? Who are your potential customers? Why would they seek you out as opposed to your competitors? The answers to these questions should help to lift a burden off of your business and have you prepared for a stronger market presence.
Do You Understand the Power of Routine?
As boring as it may sound, routine is actually an incredibly powerful tool for any self-sustaining business. This is of significant importance for businesses that primarily operate from home, as the urge to be lazy can sometimes be too great of a temptation to resist. To help combat this, design a schedule that accounts for occasional breaks but still requires a certain amount of time to get work done in blocks. Over time, these blocks will provide a flexibility that you wouldn't have in a more traditional work environment, while still assuring that you get the work done your business needs to thrive.
How Organized Are You?
Whether you're working from home or you're working from an office, running a web design business can get chaotic if you're not careful. In order to stay organized, it's far better to write everything down than it is to let it get stuck, and possibly forgotten, in your head. The more organized your business is, the healthier it will be. This includes making sure your business basics are taken care of including business structure, insurance coverage and bookkeeping.
Are You Focusing on What's Important?
As tempting as it may be to constantly check your email throughout the day for important notifications from clients, the truth is that this is an incredibly inefficient use of time that could be better spent on the more productive parts of your business. Instead, limit yourself to one or two times per day to check for any new emails.
Of course, it's even easier to focus on the job at hand when you're effectively recycling material from past projects. Always be on the lookout for areas where old design elements or coding could be better used in new projects to improve efficiency. There's nothing wrong with creating a template from which to build future work off of. Best of all, this tactic can be used for dealing with questions you commonly receive from clients. A healthy web design business is one that doesn't let anything go to waste, even handouts.
Hopefully, this health check-up will reveal the parts of your business that are in desperate need of improvement. Alternatively, you might be thinking to yourself that you've already mastered many of these fundamentals, in which case, you can congratulate yourself on the hard work you've accomplished. Either way, you should focus on taking care of your business in the same way that you'd take care of your body. This guide shouldn't serve as a one-time resource, but as a continual reminder of the best way to grow your business and maintain its health in a competitive market.
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]]>But while freelancing seems like a fabulous idea that you can just dive into as long as you have a skill that people are willing to pay for, there are certain things that you should have in place in order to increase the odds of your success.
Working as a freelancer is a lot like running any other business. The only major difference is the fact that you are the only employee. This does not mean, however, that you should not have a good business plan in place that clearly outlines your objectives and expectations. And there really is no reason to not have a business plan because it takes just a few minutes of your time to put one together so that you can use it as a guide to how you conduct business every day.
A basic business plan has three main sections. In the first section, you want to provide the major aspects of your business. This can include your business's name and location, the type of services you provide, who your clients are or will be, and how you plan on earning a decent income.
The next important component of your business plan should include your expectations for marketing your services. Try to figure out how you will market your business, how many clients you anticipate to get from your marketing, and what methods you will use to find your clients.
Finally, figure out your financial plan. This includes how much you will charge clients for your work, how many hours and days per week you will work, and what your expenses will be.
In order to properly demonstrate the variety of skills you hold, you should put together a professional portfolio that you can show prospective clients. Entrepreneur.com states that a great way to pull together pieces for your portfolio is to charge a low rate at the beginning, just to get the work in, so that you can then use the work that you complete as samples to snag future clients.
A professional website can host your online portfolio, and using SEO principles can help you generate the most traffic possible to your site, where people can learn all about you, your rates, and your skills. With so many web design services available today, it is easier than ever to create a customized website in no time. Click here to access one such service, which provides a free domain name, plenty of layouts to choose from, and the ability to publish your website right away.
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E-commerce companies of all sizes need information security professionals to help update their code, improve firewall protections, and guard against external and internal data breaches. Each new threat can become a new freelance opportunity for you to leverage your knowledge of authentication, encryption, filtering, blocking, phishing, intrusion and more. E-commerce vendors also have a need for third-party information assurance professionals to conduct unbiased risk assessments and compliance audits, as well as deliver best practice recommendations for addressing technology gaps.
The healthcare sector continues to be in the news for many reasons, including concerns about data privacy. Whether their information is being collected by a healthcare exchange web site or a bedside nurse, people want to ensure that their most sensitive personal details are safe and secure. Independent contractors can be found working across America in health systems, physician offices, laboratories, public health agencies and other sites where healthcare informatics play an important role. Depending on the hiring process, freelance information security experts may be retained either by staffing firms, human resource departments or the healthcare IT team itself.
If there is an area that is eager for contract talent to secure the incredible volumes of information, it's state and federal government agencies. They are the original Big Data collectors and are also some of the most vulnerable to cybercrime, from outside as well as from within. Dozens upon dozens of companies supply freelance information security workers to agencies as diverse as the IRS and the DoD. What all of these opportunities have in common is a positive outlook for future growth as the government continues to expand the amount of data being accessed, processed and stored.
Cyber Forensics
Information assurance analysts can also find steady freelance work in studying security breaches after the fact. There is great significance in being able to conduct a digital investigation by analyzing volatile memory, static data, hidden folders, and deleted, encrypted or damaged files. Forensic reports prepared by cybersecurity experts provide proof points that can be presented as legal evidence and taken into litigation if the perpetrators are identified.
Corporate Training
Whether you consult with an established firm or go out on your own, you can find a ready audience for information security training on a company-wide scale. Security awareness training is essential for employees at all levels, and can be tailored for specific groups. Staff employees may simply need to learn (or re-learn) the basics, while the IT team would require a much lengthier discussion of computer viruses, network attacks, fraud, risk management and redundancy planning. Executive leadership should also receive high-level training that addresses the topics of confidentiality, compliance and profitability, as well as the potential damage of threats to the company image and brand.
Private Clients
Individual computer users are perhaps the most vulnerable of all. While they may do all the right things when it comes to updating their anti-virus software, they can still fall prey to information security mishaps. You can create a rewarding freelance business that serves private clients in your community. People with corrupted files and compromised systems are all around you, and they will pay for your help to remediate the situation and prevent it from happening again.
Author Bio
William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he describes freelance projects for engineering and aims to encourage further study with a Norwich University Online Degree in Civil Engineering.
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]]>Randstad Engineering, a division of Randstad US, reports the hottest regions for engineers as follows: Atlanta, Southern California, Northeast Metroplex, Washington D.C. and Houston, especially for oil and gas jobs. If you are able to work among diverse groups, handle deadline pressures and generate creative solutions to civil engineering challenges, the freelance lifestyle might be the right choice for you.
Architectural Firms
Your understanding of structural engineering can be an asset to firms seeking expert knowledge of construction materials, structural alternatives, and worksite safety. You can come in on the job when you are needed most, with defined responsibilities specific to the role. Construction management expertise is also a hot button area for employers right now. A civil engineer with leadership capabilities has the potential to gain a longer-term freelance commitment throughout the project lifecycle.
Oil & Gas Companies
Civil engineers who specialize in environmental or geotechnical engineering can find contract opportunities around the world. Large oil and gas production and exploration companies look for adventurous professionals who can help conduct geology, ecology and soil science studies. Knowledge of groundwater mechanics is also helpful in securing freelance assignments within this industry sector. Your passion for the profession can open up new doors in unexpected ways, in places you may never have imagined.
Major Utilities
Society's use of electricity, natural gas and water show no signs of slowing down. Utilities are planning now for decades ahead with a need for project-minded civil engineers. Companies seek freelance talent to map out old underground pipelines using new technologies, conduct quality assurance against dangerous leaks, and, most important, respond in times of crisis. Supporting restoration and rebuilding of utilities after a natural disaster can be a smart freelance specialization for a civil engineer who is willing to travel whenever, and wherever, they are needed most.
Local Municipalities
When you think about what it takes to operate a city – bridges, roads, landfills, schools – and it's easy to see why civil engineers are so important to modern life. Infrastructure needs continue to grow across the United States, especially as older cities start showing their age. Of course, many local municipalities also have funding challenges, which can actually work in favor of freelance engineers. Paying for services rendered on an as-needed basis is an increasingly desirable hiring alternative versus paying for a full-time staff. Think about who you know locally and how you can begin creating a reputation for yourself as the go-to civil engineer for bridge inspections, drainage enhancements, roadway designs and more.
Consulting Firms
The word "consulting" is all but synonymous with freelance. The firms with the most diverse assignments will be those who have access to the greatest diversity of skilled engineers. Well-rounded civil engineers could find steady work by partnering up with several firms who have needs for contingent workers. Consulting firms can offer short-term projects like writing reports, developing project plans and conducting research, as well as more lengthy assignments involving active building and excavation sites.
Author Bio
William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he describes freelance projects for engineering and aims to encourage further study with a Norwich University Online Degree in Civil Engineering.
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Generations of teachers have used freelance tutoring as a way to earn extra money throughout the school year, and particularly at exam time. Not only will parents seek out tutors for their children, school systems will also arrange for tutors to work with kids who are out of the classroom for extended periods of time due to illness, injury or disciplinary problems. Today's educators can also find a great deal of opportunity in freelancing with professional firms dedicated to formal tutoring at specialized learning centers.
Adjunct Faculty
Many educators are able to find freelance arrangements working as adjunct faculty. These part-time instructors use their experience to teach a course or two each semester, either in the classroom or virtually. Courses typically last about eight weeks, with online programs offering year-round opportunities for adjunct faculty. It is an exciting way to help students of all ages advance their knowledge while maximizing your experience for the greatest return.
ESL Education
America's long-heralded position as a melting pot is an advantage for freelance teachers who want to help a diverse population learn the English language. Churches and community outreach groups seek out English as a Second Language (ESL) educators to take on freelance project work in helping their constituents gain basic fluency. Employers in several industries also have a need for freelance ESL trainers to help their workforce learn to read and speak English for greater success on the job and in life.
Curriculum Development
Who better to design and develop curriculum than an educator who knows what skills and knowledge are required for proper credentialing. Curriculum development is a lucrative global business, with both traditional and digital materials in demand for virtually every subject you can imagine. Your expertise as educator can be in demand for freelance projects designing study materials and testing protocols, as well as supporting content development for digital learning tools.
STEM Advocacy
Every school system in America is tasked with the challenge of educating their students to become competitive in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Your knowledge as an educator can play an important role in helping communities advocate for greater resources. You can also help inform other teachers as to what it takes to become an expert in the STEM disciplines. If this is an area you are passionate about, you can position yourself as a freelance educational consultant or take a flexible part-time opportunity with a political advocacy group that needs your expertise as a subject matter expert.
Special Education
Another challenge of America's schools is a lack of funding for special services. Some smaller school systems cannot afford to keep special education teachers on staff, and instead must contract with outside parties for freelance assistance on an as-needed basis. Social service agencies sometimes also have a need for special education support. You can make a positive difference for children and families that need your help, while also improving your own economic situation.
Author Bio
Ryan Ayers is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to education. In this article, he describes freelance career opportunities in this field and aims to encourage further study with an online masters in gifted education.
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Need a conversation starter? Fill painted lanterns with family photos, and bring on the memories.
Step 1: Use painter's tape to cover the glass panes of a lantern.
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An anonymous reader writes In a Sacramento Bee op-ed, (in)famous computer security researcher Ed Felten responds to the State of the Union cybersecurity proposal. He doesn't mince words: "The odds of clearing Congress: low. The odds of materially improving security: even lower. "What he suggests as an alternative, though, is a surprise. "California," he writes, "could blaze a trail for effective cybersecurity policy." He calls for the state government to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive data, relying on outside auditors and experts. It's an interesting idea. Even if it doesn't go anywhere, at least it's some fresh thinking in this area of backward policy.
From Felten's essay: Critical infrastructure increasingly relies on industrial automation systems. And those systems are often vulnerable – they keep a default password, for instance, or are accessible from the public Internet. These are not subtle or sophisticated errors. Fixing them requires basic due diligence, not rocket science. Requiring the state's critical infrastructure providers to undergo regular security audits would be straightforward and inexpensive – especially relative to the enormous risks. Areas of sensitive data are also low-hanging cyber fruit. In health care, education and finance, California already imposes security and privacy requirements that go beyond federal law. Those legal mandates, though, are mostly enforced through after-the-fact penalties. Much like critical infrastructure, sectors that rely upon sensitive data would benefit from periodic outside auditing.
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The worst time of the year is here. After a beautiful couple of days in the upper 70's, the upcoming forecast includes several days with lows in the low 30s, frost is right around the corner. It is incredibly dreary and cold, only about 50F right now. These pics are especially for Jim K, for scale I've included a coozy of everyone's favorite team as they prepare to beat the snot out of that other team in Pa tomorrow.
Plants that I need to haul in before the first frost. |
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Im afraid that much like the banana and palm plants in each area, philly's football team will outlast those in Pittsburgh. |
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I love those pics. WTF!? Beer bottle! |
Lago, we'll know more by 4pm tomorrow. Must win for the good guys, and the outlaw criminals in green haven't looked very good despite their record, IMHO. Maybe I'm biased....Nah! Austin - Thanks. It is prudent to include proper scale for all pics. Everyone knows exactly how large a 12 oz bottle is! |
Great Pictures! Go Steelers! Washingtonias in the ground, and Windmills and Pindos in the pots haha i guess it's the risk factor?! |
Richard, the washies are getting dug up. I haven't decided where I'm putting the trachies and pindo yet. I still don't have all of my beds done. Everything will look quite different next year. This year was just kind of a year to get everything I moved with me in the ground. |
Everything looks great-looks like maybe you guys get a little rain now and then too. |
Jim, lack of rain has not been an issue here, we have had plenty all summer. I just won't seem to dry up at all. I wish I could send some your way! |
LOVE the bottle!!...Oh and all your other plants look GREAT!!...GO STEELERS!!! |
Knotz, the coozy is key. I'm not superstitious or anything, but posting pics of the bottle, along with wearing a Steelers T-shirt, Steelers pants, Steelers socks, and Steelers Crocs, it worked today! Oh that's right, the plants all root for the Steelers too. Here We Go Steelers, Here We Go! |
It worked bradleyo!!...My hubby was born and raised in Pitts...Keep it going Steelers!!! |
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Facts about Abbey
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- Color: Tan/Yellow/Fawn
- Age: Adult
- Size: X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
- Sex: Female
My name is Abbey!
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I am already spayed, purebred, up to date with shots, and good with dogs.
Abbey is still a young girl at heart looking for her TRUE forever home. Abbey has been in several homes and was finally surrendered to our rescue. Because she has been in several, different homes, Abbey needs someone who will be patient with her and gain her trust. When people first approach her kennel, she will bark at them because she is so untrusting of others and nervous. But inside, there is a wonderful heart who is looking for a nice place to lay her head, eat her meals, and go on long walks. Abbey does get along with other dogs and would do great with a medium to large male dog who will run and play with her. Abbey would also be best in a home with kids over 10.
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Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to placing abandoned Great Danes from North and South Carolina in safe & loving homes.Founded in 1984, Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas, Inc. is devoted to saving beautiful gentle giants and educating the public on the growing problem with abandonment, abuse, and surrender. We are a no-kill shelter and support spay neuter programs.
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