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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is presenting its 14th Annual Black Heritage Month Program during February, with the theme of Remembering Our Past: Building Our Future as One. Black Heritage Month is sponsored by the SIUE Campus Activities Board. Below is a calendar of events:
Tuesday, February 1
Opening Celebration
12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Join the 2011 Black Heritage Month Planning Committee as they launch the month long celebration. The opening program will feature Chancellor Vandegrift, poetic readings by Assistant Professor Adrian Matejka, a performance by the Community Performance Ensemble, and the Gospel Choir will lead the singing of the Black National Anthem, Lift Every Voice and Sing.
Thursday, February 3
Caribbean Sounds - SIUE Steel
12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Join us for a performance by SIUE Steel, a newly formed group of talented steel pan players and learn the history of steel pan and its relation to African American heritage and the African American experience.
Speak on It
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Enjoy an evening of spoken word and poetic verse of the past, present and future exploring issues and solutions.
Co-sponsored by One Mic Poetry
Tuesday, February 8
Dr. King Jr. Birthday Celebration
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
SIUE's annual birthday celebration to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. King Jr. will feature guest speaker Ms. Vickie Newton, Anchor, KMOV-TV. The event will include lunch, special performances, and recognition of award recipients.
Students: $15 General Public: $20
Call Educational Outreach at 618.650.3210 to purchase tickets.
Friday, February 11
Eighth Annual Gospel Explosion
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Join us for an inspirational evening to spread the gospel of healing, reconciliation, and unity to the campus and community. The event will feature gospel music, poetry, rap and praise dance. Co-sponsored by the SIUE Gospel Choir
Friday, February 11 - Sunday, February 13
Black Theater Workshop - The Roots
Feb. 11 & 12 - 7:30 PM
Feb. 13 - 2:00 PM
Metcalf Theater
Artistic Director - Kathryn Bentley
Student Director - Curtis Lewis
This SIUE student created, performed and directed production is a potpourri of scenes, monologues, songs and poetry.
Tuesday, February 15
Livewire - Jenn Mundia
12:00 Noon - 1:00 pm
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Come listen to this Kenyan-born acoustic soul singer! Jenn Mundia's unique voice will have you clapping and singing along!
Wednesday, February 16
Health Fair: A Celebration of Health, 2011
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Come and celebrate your health through health screenings and evaluations. Learn how simple lifestyle changes and acquaintance with community health care providers can improve your health in 2011 and beyond.
Thursday, February 17
Black and Blues: The Roots of African American Music
12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
This presentation will take a look at the history of the African American Experience from a musical perspective.
Black Heritage Month Student Talent Show
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Come watch SIUE students as they take their turn on stage showcasing their singing, dancing, poetic, and musical talents.
Friday, February 18
Friday Free Flick - For Colored Girls
Location - Abbott Auditorium
Join Campus Activities Board for this blockbuster film directed by Tyler Perry. The all-star cast provides a thought-provoking commentary on what it means to be a female of color in the world. Free popcorn and soda will be provided.
Tuesday, February 22
Taste of Culture - Africa
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Enjoy a performance by Spirit of Angela, a traditional west African drum and dance group. Enjoy free food and prizes.
Thursday, February 24
Unsung Heroes (Heroines) of the Civil Rights Struggle
12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
A panel will discuss the range of leaders from the civil rights movement. It was much more than a King and a Dream. Come learn about the brave men and women who fought and continue to fight for civil rights.
Wednesday, February 23 - Sunday, February 27
The Colored Museum
Feb. 23, 24, 25, & 26 - 7:30 PM
Feb. 27 - 2:00 PM
Dunham Theater
Written by George C. Wolfe
Director - Kathryn Bentley
The fast moving satire that spoofs everything without apology. A play that forces us to take a look at ourselves and have a good laugh while doing so. Features eleven vignettes that satirize elements of African-American culture.
Students: Free General Public: $10
Senior Citizens: $8
Call Fine Arts Box Office at 618.650.2774; toll free at 888.328.5168, ext. 2774; or email at firstname.lastname@example.com to purchase tickets.
Saturday, February 26
Africa Night
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Enjoy an evening of African culture through food, dance and entertainment.
Students: $10 Faculty/Staff: $12
General Public: $13
Call the MUC Information Center at 618.650.5555 to purchase tickets.
Sponsored by the African Student Association.
All events are free unless otherwise noted; contact the Kimmel Leadership Center, (618) 650-2686 for additional information. All events are subject to change.
The Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian and Scholarship Awards have been announced by Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The awards will be presented at the University's 28th annual celebration of the birthday of the Rev. King at SIUE on Tuesday, Feb. 8.
The awards are given each year to recognize those who exemplify the philosophy of nonviolent social change as demonstrated by Rev. King. This year's guest speaker will be Emmy Award-winning anchor/reporter Vickie Newton, KMOV-TV (Ch. 4) in St. Louis. Miss Newton also is an instructor in the SIUE Department of Mass Communications.
The luncheon program will begin at 11:30 a.m. in Meridian Ballroom of SIUE's Delyte W. Morris University Center, followed by a reception in the Goshen Lounge for the winners of the Scholarship and Humanitarian awards. Winners of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. High School Essay, Poetry, and Visual Arts Awards also will be honored.
Winners include:
Winners of the MLK high school competition awards are:
Glover, who also is minoring in music at SIUE, has entered many music competitions in this country and overseas. He came to SIUE in 2009 after graduating from Bloomington (IL) High School, where he was very active in music organization activities.
He also is active in his church and with the Tomorrow's Scientists, Technicians and Managers program for the past four years within the Urban League organization. Glover has won several awards including the 2008 NAACP Harry Hightower Youth Community Service Award and the 100 Black Men of Central Illinois African-American History Challenge Award in 2009.
Those who nominated Glover for the MLK Scholarship Award refer to him as reliable, mature and a responsible student, and one who is very dedicated and determined to succeed. SIUE Assistant Music Professor Marta Simidtchieva, who teaches cello and one of Glover's nominators, wrote: "Julian is a natural leader with a strong sense of commitment" and that "he has a solid future ahead of him."
Croffett is referred to as one who has served her community in many ways through advocating for the elderly in nursing homes, working with young people at her church, as well as being involved for many years in the local schools. SIUE Assistant Special Education and Communications Disorders Professor Wendy Fuchs, of Fairview Heights and one of Croffett's nominators, wrote that she has "witnessed (Croffett's) hard work and determination as a nontraditional student at SIUE. From the beginning of her course of study, she has had her sights set on graduating with a degree in education so that she may continue to give back to her community," Fuchs said.
"She takes the time during and after class to assist her peers understand concepts, ideas and assignments."
DeGarmo, who teaches international relations courses and who is coordinator at SIUE of the Peace and International Studies minor program, was called by one nominator, Julie Hopwood, who wrote that DeGarmo has been a proponent for human welfare and social reform "through the promotion of peace, anti-war activism and education/intellectual development." Hopwood is assistant to the SIUE Provost for policy and communication.
Cheryl Brunsmann, assistant director of community education programs for SIUE, applauded DeGarmo for her decade-long dedication to SIUE's Great Decisions series. "She (DeGarmo) leads timely discussions on sensitive, global issues or helps identify the most appropriate faculty member for each topic," Brunsmann wrote in support of DeGarmo. "She shares her knowledge to educate others on the ideals of tolerance, acceptance, understanding and sensitivity to others."
Tickets for the MLK luncheon are $20; students, $15. For reservations, call (618) 650-2660.
Donna Jewell, assistant professor of Family and Community Health, and Ann Popkess, assistant professor of Primary Care and Health Systems, both faculty members of the SIUE School of Nursing, were among 18 nursing faculty at Illinois colleges and universities who were recipients of $10,000 fellowships awarded by the Illinois Board of Higher Education at its December meeting. The fellowships may be used as salary supplements or to fund professional development activities.
The state of Illinois faces a shortage of well-trained nurses, along with a shortage of highly qualified nursing faculty to educate new nurses. The Illinois Nurse Educator Fellowship Program rewards well-qualified faculty for remaining in the classroom rather than relocating to better paying private sector positions.
Virginia Cruz, interim chair of the SIUE Department of Family and Community Health, explained the importance of this award for the SIUE School of Nursing. "The value of the Illinois Nurse Educator Fellowship Award is immeasurable, particularly in this period of nursing faculty shortage and economic challenges," Cruz stated. "It provides an incentive for qualified faculty to remain at SIUE in the School of Nursing."
With this fellowship award, Jewell and Popkess plan to fund their attendance to a variety of continuing education conferences and workshops. Laura Bernaix, chair of the SIUE Department of Primary Care and Health Systems, is delighted that both honorees plan to expand their nursing knowledge. "Information gleaned from these activities will assist them in developing new courses and teaching strategies," Bernaix said. "This, in turn, demonstrates their commitment to our high quality, expanding undergraduate and graduate nursing programs."
Fellows are nominated by Illinois institutions of higher learning with a nursing program approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education or the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission.
The SIUE School of Engineering will host the Fifth Annual School of Engineering Awards Banquet on Tuesday, Feb. 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Meridian Ballroom, on the first floor of SIUE's Morris University Center. This event, held yearly since 2007, celebrates the academic excellence, service and leadership of both students and faculty in the School of Engineering. The evening will feature distinguished engineering alumnus and entrepreneur Ed Grady as guest speaker and includes dinner and a cash bar.
"Last year's banquet attracted more than 260 guests," said Engineering Dean Hasan Sevim. " The School of Engineering hopes to celebrate this year with even more students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends." All tickets, $25 for guests and $5 for students, may be purchased through the dean's office. To RSVP and for more event information, student sponsorship opportunities and ticket sales, visit the website: www.siue.edu/ENGINEERING/banquet/, or by e-mail to Veronica Hoversten: email@example.com.
Make checks payable to the SIUE School of Engineering and send to:
SIUE School of Engineering
Campus Box 1804
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1804
A traveling exhibit will be featured on the campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday, Feb, 7 and 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 8-9 in the Morris University Club, on the second floor of the Morris University Center. CityArchRiver 2015 staff will be available to take questions at SIUE from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. that Monday.
Lead designer Michael Van Valkenburgh and members of the Arch grounds design team will unveil the latest details of the design concept during "Report to the Community: The Design Concept Presentation" and provide next steps for energizing the Arch grounds, downtown St. Louis, the Mississippi River and the Illinois riverbank area at a reception tonight at America's Center in downtown St. Louis.
CityArchRiver 2015 is a nonprofit organization that launched an international design competition: "Framing a Modern Masterpiece: The City + The Arch + The River 2015″ in Dec. 2009 to revitalize the St. Louis area through encapsulating and showcasing the Gateway Arch, the Arch grounds, the city and surrounding attractions. Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) of Brooklyn, NY was the design firm chosen from five finalists in competition last September to lead the effort.
For more information or to pre-register for tonight's reception, visit: cityarchrivercompetition.org. Pre-registration is not required to attend the opening event from 6-7:15 p.m. at the America's Center, Ferrara Theatre, Washington Avenue at Eighth Street.
The main exhibit will be displayed from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily in the Saint Louis Gateway Arch Lobby, Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, 11 North 4th St. from Jan. 31-Feb. 25.
In addition to SIUE, the traveling exhibit will be featured at the following locations:
• Missouri Botanical Garden, Beaumont Room, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 31-Feb. 3;
• Missouri History Museum, Forest Park, McDermott Grand Hall, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 14, 16-18 and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Feb. 15;
• Washington University in St. Louis, Givens Hall, Main Floor, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 21-25.
CityArchRiver staff will be available at the additional locations at various times. For more details visit: cityarchrivercompetition.org.
Members of Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT)-an alumni mentoring program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will be embracing frigid weather as they play host to the Nearly Naked Mile Fun Run on Thursday, Feb. 17, in SIUE's Stratton Quadrangle. Participants will run a mile around the quad that day wearing "next to nothing." While creativity is highly encouraged, attire must include at least swimsuit coverage. The inaugural event last year was known as the Polar Bear Fun Run. The name was changed by vote of students.
"There are so many people in our area who don't have warm clothing," said Travis Bournes, STAT president, "so this is our way to experience what they experience, while helping them out and having some fun."
The event kicks off with check-in at 11:30 a.m., followed by the run at noon. The registration fee -$10 plus one new, or "gently used," warm-clothing item that will be donated to the Glen-Ed Food Pantry-includes a Nearly Naked Mile T-shirt, and hot chocolate and cookies in the warm-up tent after the fun run. Participants also will have a chance to win an SIUE hoodie.
Participants are being asked to pre-register by Friday, Feb. 4, for a guaranteed T-shirt size; registration may be accomplished online, siue.edu/alumni/stat, at Birger Hall or with a STAT officer. Registration also may be obtained at 11:30 a.m. on the day of the race.
Spectators for this event are welcome to bring items to donate to the pantry and cheer on the runners. Chili and hot chocolate will be available for purchase. There also will be an opportunity for spectators to participate in a frozen T-shirt contest for the chance to win a Starbucks gift card.
STAT provides undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to interact with alumni before graduation and obtain great advice regarding their major plus create valuable career contacts for jobs and internships. STAT also offers the option to take part in the STAT Alumni Mentor program. Students are matched with alumni from their chosen field of study and given the opportunity to gain valuable career advice.
The Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees Executive Committee recently awarded $1,527,930 in contracts to three Illinois companies for installation of corn fractionation equipment at the SIU Edwardsville National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC). The executive committee was authorized in December by the full board to award the NCERC contracts to expedite the project in lieu of scheduling full board action. At that same December meeting, the board awarded contracts for site preparation at the NCERC for this installation.
The companies awarded the installation contracts are:
University officials have noted the project will be funded through existing grants from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
The NCERC performs research using emerging technologies and it has been determined by the Illinois Corn Growers Association that corn fractionation is a priority technology in the corn-to-ethanol industry. Corn fractionation is the process of separating a corn kernel into its three parts: endosperm (starch), germ (oil) and bran (fiber).
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Alumni Association is currently accepting applications for its 2011-2012 Legacy Scholarship and the Stahlschmidt Family Legacy Scholarship. The award offers a full-tuition scholarship to a current undergraduate student and an incoming freshman. In addition, the association offers $100 scholarships to five individuals. The scholarships are made possible each year through various association events, fundraisers and membership dues. The scholarship funds are managed by the SIUE Alumni Association Board of Directors.
To be eligible, applicants must be the child, grandchild, sibling or spouse of a current association member. Alumni who are not current members, but have a family member interested in applying, must become a member prior to submitting an application. Applicants are evaluated based on GPA and also ACT/SAT scores, as well as involvement in community service, extra-curricular activities and financial need.
Last year's recipients were Lisa Mosby and Kristina Copeland. Recipients of the $100 scholarships were Travis Blom, Kimberly Bruning, Laticia Georgie, Katherine Hanser and Kira Long. "Receiving this scholarship provides me with more options and opportunities while attending school," said Mosby, a biological sciences major from Brighton.
The Stahlschmidt Family Legacy Scholarship also offers two $1,500 scholarships to deserving students. The Stahlschmidts established the scholarship in honor of their parents who supported the college education of their 10 children, eight of whom graduated from SIUE. Eligible applicants for the Stahlschmidt scholarship must be incoming freshmen or transfer students and enrolled full-time. Applicants will be judged on financial need and GPA, as well as ACT/SAT scores, community service, after-school activities and essay questions. Kristopher Klette of Edwardsville and Mataya White of Neoga were recipients of last year's scholarships.
To be considered for either of the scholarships, applications must be submitted by Friday, Feb. 25. Applications and further details may be found at siue.edu/alumni/awards or by calling the Office of SIUE Alumni Affairs, (618) 650-2760.
Congratulations: Ron Klaustermeier, Distribution Services supervisor in Purchasing and Central Receiving, is the January recipient of the Employee Recognition Award. In the photo, Klaustermeier (center) is flanked by SIUE Vice Chancellor for Administration Kenn Neher and Shelly Albert, purchasing officer in Purchasing who nominated Klaustermeier. Also in the photo is Nancy Ufert Fairless, director of Purchasing, and David Heth, director of Financial Affairs for the University, both of whom supported the nomination. In addition to the plaque he received, Klaustermeier was awarded a $25 gift certificate to the SIUE Bookstore, two complimentary lunch coupons to the University Restaurant or other Dining Services location, and parking close to his office for the month. (SIUE Photo by Denise Macdonald)
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy is the recipient of one of only four national 2011 Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) Award for Outstanding Institutional Practice in Student Learning Outcomes.
The school is the first school of pharmacy to be recognized with the award. Established in 2005, the CHEA award recognizes institutions that have been exceptional in developing and applying evidence of student learning outcomes to improve higher education quality and accountability.
"CHEA is pleased to acknowledge the work of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy in providing an example of institutional progress and effective approaches to the use of student learning outcomes," said CHEA President Judith Eaton in announcing the award.
The School of Pharmacy's application focused on the Senior Capstone Project, required for all 4th-year students. Consisting of a research project or the development of a specific business plan related to an aspect of pharmacy, the senior capstone is a way students demonstrate the knowledge they have gained during their tenure at the University.
Projects are evaluated and tied to core assessment measures of student learning outcomes used throughout the program. Students have been successful with projects and have presented them at state and national meetings, in addition to the school presentation day.
"I believe that this award recognizes our commitment to providing an excellent pharmacy education program and is a product of the great work of all our faculty, staff and preceptors," said Erin Timpe, director of the SIUE Drug Information and Wellness Center and an associate professor in the department of pharmacy practice. Timpe is one of the chief contributors on the award application.
A CHEA committee selected from higher education institutions, accrediting organizations and the public judged the winners on the basis of the following criteria:
• Articulation and evidence of outcomes;
• Success with regard to outcomes;
• Information to the public about outcomes
• Use of outcomes for educational improvement.
"It is truly an honor for the School of Pharmacy to be the first school/college of pharmacy to ever receive this esteemed CHEA Award," said Gireesh Gupchup, acting dean of the SIUE School of Pharmacy. "This award truly exemplifies our commitment to the assessment of student success."
CHEA is a national advocate and institutional voice for self-regulation of academic quality through accreditation. The association is comprised of approximately 3,000 degree-granting colleges and universities, and recognizes institutional and programmatic accrediting organizations.
Other award recipients include Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, James Madison University Social Work Program and Miami Dade College.
Representatives from each school will receive the award at the 2011 CHEA Annual Conference, Jan. 24-26 at the Marriott Hotel Washington in Washington, D.C.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation's Board of Nursing approved the proposal " Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Proposed BSN Feasibility/Curriculum Approval for an Extension Site" during the board's January meeting in Springfield. The award of full approval allows faculty to deliver the nursing curriculum at the Regional Nursing Program at SIU Carbondale.
Anne Perry, professor and associate dean for Academic Programs in the School of Nursing, appeared before the Nursing Board to address the Regional Nursing Program. "The approval of our proposed BSN feasibility and curriculum was a necessary step in moving us forward at Carbondale," Perry explained. "We were commended for the thoroughness of our report and caliber of the program. We are quite pleased with the outcome."
Last year, the SIUE School of Nursing and SIUC addressed the statewide nursing shortage by opening the regional nursing program in Carbondale. Beginning in August 2010, 23 students began coursework in the inaugural class at the Regional Nursing Program.
Susan Winters, director of the SIUE Regional Nursing Program, is thrilled with the BSN Feasibility/Curriculum approval and the program's future. "This collaborative endeavor between SIUC and the SIUE School of Nursing is truly a win-win-win situation for SIUC, SIUE, and perhaps most importantly, for Southern Illinois," Winters said. "I look forward to our graduates contributing to the health of the Southern Illinois region, and I relish the opportunity to bring the program to life in Carbondale."
The SIUE School of Nursing, including the Regional Program at SIUC, is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the "gold standard" for baccalaureate and graduate degree nursing programs.
Photo: The photo at right is of Chelsea Green, the School of Nursing Student Officer Class of 2013 on the Carbondale Campus.
Volunteer programs through the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Kimmel Leadership Center's Volunteer Services allow students to help others, while having a lasting, positive impact on their lives.
Whether spending spring break on a Native American Reservation helping tribes gain access to needed resources, counseling rape and sexual assault victims, or gathering clothes and food for the area's homeless, the University's volunteers are dedicated to making a difference.
The lessons they learn through volunteer and leadership programs today provide them with direction for the future, said Suzanne Kutterer-Siburt, director of volunteer services.
In 2010, the University was listed as part of the Presidential Honor Roll for its commitment to volunteerism. Volunteerism also was part of the reason the University was honored recently by Washington Monthly magazine, which stated that the University's volunteer projects through the Kimmel Leadership Center contributed to SIUE's designation among the top 50 in the country.
According to the SIUE volunteer website, "Volunteering allows students to apply academic knowledge, gain skills and experience, and contribute to the community." Opportunities are available across the country, throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area, Southwestern Illinois and on campus. Some of the many opportunities include:
Students at the University also can take part in the Student Leadership Development Program, which consists of 60 hours of volunteer service and attending a structured reflection session. Half of the volunteer hours must be completed in the community. Participants can receive credit toward a leadership transcript by documenting service hours and by providing an account of skills obtained and duties performed.
For more information about the Kimmel Leadership Center and SIUE Volunteer Services, call (618) 650-2686 or visit: siue.edu/kimmel/volunteer.
Professor Rik Hafer, a member of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Business faculty since 1989, has been selected to join the Illinois Policy Institute's (IPI) Academic Advisory Board. The Institute, with offices in Chicago and Springfield, is considered the leading free market public policy organization in the state and is comprised of noted academics and researchers from multiple disciplines across the country.
Hafer is Distinguished Research Professor of Economics and Finance and past-chairman of the SIUE Department of Economics and Finance. He also is a Research Fellow with the Show-Me Institute of St. Louis.
Members of the advisory board work with the IPI through peer review of Institute research, writing original research and commentary pieces and conducting outreach programs through their university communities.
Children and their parents are in for a humorous evening Jan. 22 as Piwacket Theatre for Children presents Snow White and the Eighth Dwarf as part of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Friends of Theater and Dance (FOTAD) A Season for the Child series. Proceeds benefit FOTAD's scholarship program.
Piwacket, providing great live family theater in the St. Louis Area for nearly two decades, will stage this send-up of the classic fairytale at 7 p.m. that Saturday in SIUE's Dunham Hall theater. Snow White and the Eighth Dwarf continues A Season for the Child, in its 21 st year of presenting family-oriented theater to Southwestern Illinois audiences, sponsored by FOTAD with support from TheBANK of Edwardsville, the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation and Ameren Utilities.
The series features professional theater troupes from St. Louis that stage adaptations of various children's stories, using interactive techniques that not only delight children and parents but also provide a learning experience. In March, the Curtains Up Theater Co., of Edwardsville, will stage the final production of the 2010-11 FOTAD series, Wind in the Willows, a new adaptation of the classic early 20 th Century British novel by Kenneth Grahame. The show features the familiar characters of Mr. Toad, Badger, Ratty and Mole "simply messing about in boats." Local playwright John Harvey created the adaptation which will be staged at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19, in Dunham Hall theater.
All tickets for A Season for the Child are $5 per person and may be obtained through the SIUE Fine Arts box office, (618) 650-2774.
The 32nd Annual Art Auction sponsored by the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Friends of Art will take place April 7 at the N.O. Nelson Complex, Lewis and Clark Community College, 600 Troy Road in Edwardsville.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. with a preview of the artwork for auction in the Leclaire Room of the Jay Hoffman building. At 7 p.m. the auction will start. For the third year the event is being held at the original site of the SIUE Art Department, formerly known as the Wagner Complex.
Professional auctioneers Dennis Ahrens and Gary Niemeier of Ahrens and Niemeier Auction Service will present more than 150 works, most of which are originals. Additional pieces will be up for bid during the event as part of a silent auction.
The artwork featured at the auction has been donated by visiting artists, faculty, alumni, friends and students of the SIUE Department of Art and Design.
Those who donate art for the event receive free admission. There is a $5 entrance fee for all others. A cash bar will be available.
The auction has been held since 1979 and was originally organized by the SIUE Friends of Art as a way of raising money for the department to enhance undergraduate and graduate programs. Last year nearly 100 artworks were auctioned and 87 others were sold during the Silent Auction.
Funding from the event has been used to host nationally and internationally known artists and scholars on campus to offer workshops and lectures, as well as to set up a High School Exhibit and Art Auction, and pay for books and films about art and design for SIUE's Lovejoy Library.
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Eisenhower Dance Ensemble (EDE), one of the Midwest's premier contemporary dance companies, will appear Jan. 29 as part of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's Arts & Issue s series in the theater at SIUE's Katherine Dunham Hall. The event is sponsored by Commerce Bank.
For more than a quarter of a century, SIUE's Arts & Issues series has brought great performers and distinguished speakers to Southwestern Illinois. The Eisenhower dance troupe will appear onstage at 7:30 p.m. that Saturday. The official media sponsors for A&I are the Edwardsville Intelligencer and KWMU-FM, while the series official hotel sponsor is Hampton Inn and Suites.
This presentation is supported by the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts Midwest funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional contributions from The Illinois Arts Council, a state agency; General Mills Foundation; and Land O'Lakes Foundation.
Arts & Issues Director Grant Andree praised EDE for its exciting dance interpretations but also applauded the group's interest in education. "In addition to the Jan. 29 event, members of the Eisenhower troupe will be conducting master classes with SIUE dance students. As an added treat, the group will choreograph a piece that will include not only SIUE dance students but also students from SIUE's East St. Louis Performing Arts Center, the Turning Pointe Academy of Dance in Maryville and Premiere Performance Dance Studio in Edwardsville," he said.
"That piece will be featured during this event. I am so pleased to see a prestigious dance company participating in educational outreach," Andree said. "It's an important part of furthering the arts in our community."
EDE tours nationally and internationally, and is celebrating its 20 th professional season this year. Artistic director Laurie Eisenhower founded the company in 1991 in metropolitan Detroit. Since its inception, the troupe has been dedicated to the performance of a diverse range of contemporary dance works.
Along with Ms. Eisenhower's highly acclaimed choreography, EDE showcases the works of young talented artists along with internationally known choreographers. "On The Move" features a mix of repertory including excerpts from the group's "Rock and Roll," recently performed by the Company at Chicago's Athenaeum Theatre to rave reviews.
Also on the program will be various favorites from the Company's repertory. "We are celebrating our 20 th anniversary," states Eisenhower, "so we have revived several works from the early years of EDE." Red Dress was one of the first works choreographed by Eisenhower for the Company and it has stood the test of time. "It is a comedic duet about love, so everyone can relate to it," she said.
As to the group's dedication to outreach, Eisenhower said the additional activities are an important part of the troupe's mission. "We love to involve the community in our performances," she said. "It is exciting for the young dancers to appear onstage with a professional company and it also provides a fabulous way for EDE to connect more personally with each community in which we perform."
For more information, call Grant Andree, (618) 650-5774. More information and tickets are available through the website: artsandissues.com .
Other Arts & Issues events for 2010-11 include:
Temple Grandin: "Visual Thinking: Autism and Design"-Thursday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m., Meridian Ballroom (on the first floor of SIUE's Morris University Center)
Sponsored by the SIUE Meridian Society and the Regional Office of Education for Madison County
Grandin recently was included in the 2010 TIME 100, the magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Among numerous other recognitions by media, Bravo Cable created a brief documentary about her life, and she was one of the "challenged" people featured in the best-selling book, Anthropologist from Mars.
The Langston Hughes Project-"Jazz Montage: A Multimedia Concert Performance of Langston Hughes … Ask Your Mama: Twelve Moods for Jazz"
Thursday, March 24, 7:30 p.m., Meridian Ballroom
An homage in verse and music to the struggle for artistic and social freedom at home and abroad at the beginning of the 1960s, Hughes' 12-part epic poem is scored with musical cues drawn from blues and Dixieland, gospel songs, boogie-woogie, bebop and progressive jazz, Latin "cha cha" and Afro-Cuban mambo, German lieder, Jewish liturgy, West Indian calypso, and African drumming-a creative masterwork left unperformed at his death.
Simon Shaheen-Thursday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. , Meridian Ballroom (Morris University Center)
Shaheen brings his quartet to the Arts & Issues stage to dazzle the audience as he deftly leaps from traditional Arabic sounds to jazz and Western classical styles. His soaring technique, melodic ingenuity, and unparalleled grace have earned him international acclaim as a virtuoso on the oud and violin. Called one of the most significant musicians, performers and composers of his generation.
Ken Burns: "The Civil War"-Wednesday, April 20, 7:30 p.m. , Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
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Called "the most accomplished documentary filmmaker of his generation" by the New York Times, Burns has captured the imaginations of television viewers in unprecedented fashion, setting rating records and winning dozens of awards with his stunning historical documentaries. His first major work, The Civil War, is a moving presentation eloquently celebrating America's fascinating history and culture.
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500 Clown Frankenstein -Saturday, June 4, 7:30 p.m., Dunham Hall Theater
Moving between planned elements and improvisation, this performance will leave its audiences excitedly uncertain as to what is and what is not planned. In each show, an innovatively designed set piece (with hi- and low-tech mechanics) propels the clowns into extreme physical behavior and rough-style acrobatics. Comic mayhem will be served abundantly to the Arts & Issues audience as our three clowns embark on a madcap journey to construct Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory.
The 2010-11 Arts & Issues photos suitable for print are available at http://www.siue.edu/artsandissues/PhotoIndex.shtml
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Wind Symphony, the only American university ensemble chosen to perform for an international music conference in Taiwan later this year, will conduct a fundraiser Jan. 19 to help with trip expenses.
The Wind Symphony, under the direction of SIUE Music Professor John Bell, will be performing in early July at the World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles in Chiayi City, Taiwan. Bell said part of the proceeds from the Jan. 19 fundraising event, which will take place at Neruda Restaurant after 5 p.m. that Saturday, will help defray costs of making the Taiwan trip for the symphony. "Neruda has graciously agreed to donate 15 percent of that evening's proceeds to our band fund, which was set up to help with expenses for the trip," Bell said.
"We hope everyone will come out to support the wind symphony," he said. "Make your reservations soon."
Neruda is located at No. 4 Club Centre Court, Edwardsville. Reservations may be made for after 5 p.m. Jan. 19 by calling (618) 659-9866.


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These two teams are moving in opposite directions. Montreal comes into this game having won four straight, while San Jose has lost three in a row (all in front of the home town crowd). I have a hard time seeing the Sharks inept offense suddenly turning things around here; note that San Jose has totaled just five goals during the losing streak and scored two or fewer in five of its previous six at home. The Sharks are most recently coming off a 4-2 loss to Ottawa on Saturday, allowing three goals in the final 20 minutes of play. Also note that San Jose goaltender Antti Niemi has struggled mightily, posting a poor 3.49 GAA during an 0-6-2 home skid. Niemi can't be blamed fully though as the penalty-kill unit has allowed the last seven home opponents to go 6 for 20 on the power play. The Habs could obviously care less about San Jose's problems, they sport a 17-5 goal advantage during their four-game win skein and have won 11 of 13 on the road. Goaltender Carey Price has been equally as impressive, posting a 1.18 GAA and .956 save percentage during a 9-0-1 stretch. Pretty good value in my opinion, consider a second look at MONTREAL in this one.AAA Sports


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YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. – The Young Harris College Community Band will present its highly anticipated annual outdoor "Pops on the Plaza" concert on Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. at the YHC Campus Plaza. The community is invited to gather lawn chairs and blankets and make plans to enjoy a memorable evening of familiar musical favorites. The performance is free and open to the public.
Directed by YHC Adjunct Instructor of Music Alan Denmon, the YHC Community Band will present "A Celebration of American Music." The ensemble is composed of talented local high school musicians and adult musicians from the local community, and performs traditional band classics as well as entertaining "pops" music.
The program includes "The Golden Age of Broadway" by Richard Rodgers, "The Magnificent Seven" by Elmer Bernstein, and "Commando March" by Samuel Barber. The show will also feature the "Looking Upward Suite" by famous American composer and conductor John Philip Sousa.
Young Harris College faculty members performing include Adjunct Instructor of Music Scott Barnstead, Assistant Professor of Music Karen Calloway, Adjunct Instructor of Music Mike Campbell, D.A., Staff Accompanist Anita Guss, Senior Instructor of Music and Director of Bands Mary Land, Assistant Professor of Music Leigh Miller, D.M.A., Adjunct Instructor of Music Kerry Rittenhouse and Adjunct Instructor of Music Cheryl Star.
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I took some time today to go the IDPA match in Charlotte today and I have to say it looked like a ton of fun and I am surprised that it doesn't get more screen time on this site.
The addition of a timer, opportunities for penalties, strategy and chance of chastising by friend seemed to add a fair bit of stress to the event.
I saw malfunctions (some handled and moved on, some gamed for a better time), user error (guy had a magwell and mags with no pad so the wouldn't seat for him), environmental awareness (scanning for missed targets to avoid penalties), tactical and slide lock reloads, guys enter with a plan and completely forget it once they started shooting, and active movement. All of which seemed like good experience for people interested in Defensive Carrying.
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Promoted Uttar Baridhara Club stunned Brothers Union while Chittagong Abahani tasted their first win, in the two matches of the Bangladesh Premier League played at the Bangabandhu National Stadium yesterday.
A brace from Emdadul Haque Monu helped Baridhara hand a surprise 3-2 defeat to falling giants Brothers Union while Chittagong Abahani defeated Feni Soccer Club 2-1, thanks to first-half goals from Javed Khan and Masuk Miah. Wassiou Olalawon pulled one goal back for Feni Soccer one minute from time.
Even though the maiden victories for Uttar Baridhara and Chittagong Abahani increased their points tally, they stayed in their previous positions of eighth and ninth with five and four points from five outings respectively.
Brothers Union, with three defeats, stay just above Uttar Baridhara with six points while Feni Soccer remain at the bottom with one point from five matches.
Uttar Baridhara produced a much improved performance against Brothers Union, after their getting drubbed 7- at the hands of Team BJMC in their previous match while Brothers had come into the match on the back of two successive wins over Sheikh Russel KC and Chittagong Abahani. Baridhara launched their first attack in the very sixth minute when a drive from Sujan Biswas was gripped by Brothers goalkeeper Sabuj Das Raghu.
Raghu however could not stop a header from Monu's header from a difficult angle on the half-hour mark after Brothers Union saw a curling free-kick from Faisal Mahmud come off the word work.
Brothers should have levelled the margin two minutes before the break but Nigerian forward Victory Antoni squandered a penalty kick to disappoint the All Oranges before Monu, a right-back who belongs to the generation of current national players like Mithun Chowdhury, Zahid Hossain, doubled the lead in the stoppage time, availing a fumble from goalkeeper Raghu.
Baridhara took the match away from Brothers by scoring a third seven minutes into the second half when Shahidul Islam Shawpan found the back of the net with a free-kick from the edge of the box.
Despite going 3-0 down, Brothers put on tremendous pressure for the rest of the time and got rewards in the 57th minute when Victory Antoni volleyed a rebounder home before Faisal Mahmud pulled scored the second with a right-footer from inside the box ten minutes from time. But, the Gopibagh outfit could not snatch a point from Uttar Baridhara, who deployed all their men at the backline.
"We are not a team that should concede 7 goals. The boys were determined to prove their worth. Besides, the inclusion of Monu and Sujan strengthened our squad," said Uttar Baridhara coach Mohammad Alamgir.
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After finishing up the laminate floor installation our next big project was installing baseboards with quarter round. This project took us forrrreevveerrrrrrr We started in on it feeling ambitious and chipper (as usual), then received very short notice that JG would need to leave for a month to Ft. Irwin (blehhhhrg). During JG's trip I spent most of my time in Oregon with family. After JG returned from said trip we had two weekends at home before JG took off again for another training. Fast forward 4-5 months and we are finally done with the baseboards (only downstairs)!!
This is what we were working with before. . . Carpet, tan walls and tan-ish/brown-ish skinny baseboards. The tan skinny trim goes throughout the entire house. So, we still have to replace the trim on the 2nd level.
- Baseboard
- Quarter Round
- Paintable Caulking
- White wood filler
- Sand Paper 220 Grit
- Paint
- Painters Tape
- Miter Saw: We use our electric miter saw, but you COULD use a hand miter saw, I wouldn't recommend it for a huge project. That would be absolutely terrible.
- Nail gun: Or hammer + nail punch. Again if you're doing a small project the hammer + nail punch would suffice. However, with a huge project this has potential to be terrible.
- Hammer
- Nail Punch: Although we had a nail gun, we needed a nail punch and hammer to drive in a few nails that didn't go in all the way.
- Stud finder: Not 100% necessary but having one handy makes life easier.
Step 1: Calculate how much baseboard you'll need
Before we went out and bought our baseboards we made a rough sketch of our downstairs to estimate how much material we'd need. Make sure to include inside closets, pantries, door frames, window frames, etc (anything you plan on putting trim on). We actually kept a separate list of door measurements because we decided to go with a different trim around the doors (except the front door). So my advice is to keep your door measurements separate. Also, quarter round isn't needed for door trim.Add all room measurements together and divide by 12 to figure out the linear square footage needed for your project (do the same for your doors). We added an extra 10 percent to our total to cover our rears for mistakes we were bound to make during the installation process.
Step 2: Purchase Supplies!
Since the 16' boards weren't going to fit in our trusty Volvo we waited for Grandpa P (from here on out Grandpil) to bring up his rusty truck to help us haul it home.If you want to be really on top of your game, you should bring your baseboards and quarter round inside to acclimate... Our baseboards sat in the garage, and that seemed to be fine for us...
Step 3: Finding Studs
Note: Some tutorials suggest starting at the longest wall with a scarf joint (Scarf joint will be explained later). We decided for us it would be best to start in our dining room, it just seemed smaller and less daunting. We did make sure to reserve enough long pieces for the long sections (you don't want to start in on shorter walls and end up with a bunch of short pieces for long sections). Also, before starting some tutorials also suggest establishing a baseboard height. Again, we went rouge and didn't do this and ended up fine. However, we live in a fairly new(ish) house and things aren't terribly uneven. If you live in an older house that happens to be crooked, this is probably worth doing.
This is what we started off with. We left the spacers in after installing the floors. We nailed the spacers in so we had to pry them out with a crow-bar. We also trimmed the underlayment still sticking out. Check out the wall coat rack we made with the left over wall spacer scraps!
Next, we marked off studs with painters tape. We used a stud finder, ours is a Zircon MultiScanner i520 and we really like it, no complaints. If you don't have a stud finder you can find studs via nail fishing (our own name for it). Basically hammering a nail where you think a stud is and based on how the nail goes in you figure out if a stud is there(not an ideal method). We did a lot of nail fishing while our stud finder was missing somewhere in our chaotic garage.
If you don't have a stud finder, here are some tips for finding studs:
- Electrical boxes (electrical boxes and switches) have a stud on one side
- You will find studs on either sides of windows
- Most of the time studs have a spacing of 16" Once you find a stud, you should be able to measure out 16" between each stud center
We marked stud centers off with painters tape. At first we marked the studs on the wall and then realized that the marks would be covered up by the baseboard when we started nailing it in...duh.
Step 4: Make Your Cuts!
After finding and marking out all the studs you can finally start the installation process!!
Doing mitered cuts always seemed daunting to me. It's something I can do, but have always felt uncomfortable making the cuts. Taking on the baseboards has been fantastic for me (Dorris) because it forced me into making tons of mitered cuts. About a million cuts later I feel like an accomplished miter cutter :-)
Our house has straightforward corners, nothing fancy. All of our cuts were basic 45° angles. I'm glad all cuts were all 45°, I think my brain would have melted if I had to figure anything beyond a 45° angle.
Doing mitered cuts always seemed daunting to me. It's something I can do, but have always felt uncomfortable making the cuts. Taking on the baseboards has been fantastic for me (Dorris) because it forced me into making tons of mitered cuts. About a million cuts later I feel like an accomplished miter cutter :-)
Our house has straightforward corners, nothing fancy. All of our cuts were basic 45° angles. I'm glad all cuts were all 45°, I think my brain would have melted if I had to figure anything beyond a 45° angle.
Below are examples of the different types of cuts we made.
Outside Joints (AKA Outside Corners):
When you get to an outside corner, set the first piece so it extends past the outside corner; mark it
When you encounter the doorway, measure the distance between the door casing and the wall. This piece will butt against the door casing with a 90-degree angle cut.
Inside Joints (AKA Inside Corners)
Scarf Joints:
When installing baseboards/quarter round the goal is to run a single unbroken length on every wall. Sometimes that isn't possible because walls are longer than your baseboards/quarter round pieces. So instead of just butting two 90 degree angled boards up against each other it's best to create a scarf joint by cutting one baseboard at a 45 degree angle (bevel facing the room) with the second piece cut at a 45 degree angle (facing the wall. After that glue and nail the pieces in and you've completed your scarf joint!
I didn't take any good pictures of this cut. . . So this will have to do. . . .
I didn't take any good pictures of this cut. . . So this will have to do. . . .
Door Casings:
Please excuse the terrible paint job on the left (the floor boards haven't been painted yet, it's a long work in progress) |
For the front door we decided to do something different. Instead of installing regular door casings, we decided to continue the floor boards up around the door, kind of like a picture frame. We would have done this for all the doors, but the baseboard wouldn't fit around most of our doors. I tried doing some Google research to see if there was a reason why floor boards shouldn't be continued around the door but couldn't come up with anything. Does anybody know why this isn't ever done? Other than preferring the regular door casing look over the picture frame door casing?
Eventually these doors will both be painted. All our interior doors are the ugly faux wood on the left, and the exterior doors are all metal and painted tan. The interior doors will eventually be white. Any thoughts on what we should paint the exterior doors? We're leaning towards a dark blue at the moment.
Cutting Quarter Round Returns, or End Caps
Instead of having the quarter round just end when meeting a door casing, we cut quarter round returns, also known as end caps. These were a pain to do, but worth it. After cutting we nailed and glued the pieces in. Here's a video to show how to make this cut.
Step 5: Nail Baseboards and Quarter Round in
Nail your baseboards into the previously marked studs! We used our nail gun for this. We used 2-1/2" 16 Gage for the Baseboards, and 1-1/4" 18 Gage for the quarter round. We nailed the baseboards twice, one near the top, and one near the bottom where it would be covered by the quarter round. The quarter round got nailed once. We had a nail and nail punch handy for when the nails didn't go all the way in.
If you don't have a nail gun, you can use a hammer and nail punch. If you're just doing a small job using a hammer and nail punch is doable. If you're doing a big job I'd consider renting or buying a nail gun. We would have lost our marbles using a hammer and nail punch to get this job done.
Step 6: Fill in Nail Holes and Gaps
Next we filled in any holes and gaps with caulking or white wood filler.
Inside Corners we used caulking. Outside corners and nail holes we used white wood filler, to fill any holes or gaps and sanded after it dried with 220 grit sand paper. To help protect our laminate floors we caulked at the base of all the baseboards and quarter round. It's really important that we keep moisture from getting underneath the flooring. So we figured it would give it a little extra protection.
Step 7: Paint!
This is where we're at right now. Painting is an absolute terrible chore. We chose ultra white high gloss for the paint. The kitchen baseboard/quarter round is paint matched to the off white we chose for the cabinets. For now I'll share the dining room picture since the paint is done in there. We love the baseboards. It really gives the downstairs a a finished look. We can't wait until we're completely done remodeling, it feels like the end is finally in reach.
The finished product (I'm too lazy to clean up more than one room for pictures, so here's the dining room :-))
The finished product (I'm too lazy to clean up more than one room for pictures, so here's the dining room :-))


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Real Madrid goalkeeper Antonio Adan has insisted that he won't give up on his ambition of becoming a regular for the club.
The 25-year-old has been a perennial substitute for Los Blancos, and has dropped further down the pecking order this season after the arrival of Diego Lopez from Sevilla.
But the Madrid-born shot-stopper has claimed that he wants to earn the confidence of Jose Mourinho.
"I am not one to give up," he told goal.com. "I go to the training ground every day with the intention to do well and win the confidence of the Coach.
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Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole could be sent to see a specialist after aggravating his groin injury against Darlington on Saturday. Cattermole first suffered the problem against Munster on Tuesday and was not expected to feature against Darlo. However, the 22-year-old was named in the starting line-up at the Northern Echo Arena before limping out of the action within the opening 30 minutes. Cattermole Black Cats assistant Eric Black told reporters: "Lee wanted to try it out but he suffered a recurrence after 10 minutes. We may now send him to see a specialist on Monday." Sunderland left it late to claim victory over their North East neighbours with Bolo Zenden scoring the only goal of the game in the final 10 minutes.
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The thyroid hormone receptor (TR) has been proposed to regulate expression of target genes in the absence of triiodothyronine (T(3)) through the recruitment of the corepressors, NCoR and SMRT. Thus, NCoR and SMRT may play an essential role in thyroid hormone action, although this has never been tested in vivo. To accomplish this, we developed mice that express in the liver a mutant NCoR protein (L-NCoRDeltaID) that cannot interact with the TR. L-NCoRDeltaID mice appear grossly normal, however, when made hypothyroid the repression of many positively regulated T(3)-target genes is abrogated, demonstrating that NCoR plays a specific and sufficient role in repression by TR in the absence of T(3). Remarkably, in the euthyroid state, expression of many T(3)-targets is also up-regulated in L-NCoRDeltaID mice, demonstrating that NCoR also determines the magnitude of the response to T(3) in euthyroid animals. Although positive T(3) targets were up-regulated in L-NCoRDeltaID mice in the hypo- and euthyroid state, there was little effect seen on negatively regulated T(3) target genes. Thus, NCoR is a specific regulator of T(3)-action in vivo and mediates repression by the unliganded TR in hypothyroidism. Furthermore, NCoR appears to play a key role in determining the tissue-specific responses to similar levels of circulating T(3). Interestingly, NCoR recruitment to LXR is also impaired in this model, leading to activation of LXR-target genes, further demonstrating that NCoR recruitment regulates multiple nuclear receptor signaling pathways.
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Donald John Giebler, 84, Hays, died Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2012, at Hays Medical Center.
He was born Feb. 13, 1928, in Catharine to Martin and Susanna (Kisner) Giebler.
He married Dolores Kathleen Walters on Sept. 11, 1950, in Catharine. She preceded him in death May 15, 1999. He was a mechanic for 24 years, primarily with O'Loughlin Motor Sales and then began work as a postal clerk with the Hays post office, retiring after 24 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran.
He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Catharine Knights of Columbus Council No. 11687, Perpetual Adoration Chapel and Hays American Legion.
Survivors include three daughters, Janese Base and husband, Don, Ellsworth, Jeannine Cordes and husband, Larry, Grand Island, Neb., and Jacinta Faber and husband, Paul, Hays; three brothers, Walter, Aurora, Colo., Charles Sr., Hays, and Marvin, Kansas City; nine grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Roman Giebler; five sisters, Martina Staab, Pauline Roy, Hermina Schulte, Lillian Meis and Lorraine Chintala; a grandson, Fredrick O'Donnell; and a great-granddaughter, Annabelle Nicole Base.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Hays; burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, with military honors by Hays VFW.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, both at Brock's North Hill Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.
A Perpetual Adorers rosary will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, a Catharine Knights of Columbus rosary will be at 6:30 p.m., followed by a vigil at 7 p.m., all at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Thomas More Prep-Marian High School or Holy Family Elementary in care of the funeral home.
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Prosecutors Roll up Sleaze at Dimora Trial
Week two of the corruption trial of former Cuyahoga County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora brought the most titillating testimony to date. Witnesses told of arranging gambling trips and the services of prostitutes for Dimora. An FBI agent told of a female public employee trading sex for a job. A former county employee said Dimora accepted a cash bribe from another job seeker.
County Development Fund
Cuyahoga County government this week initiated a key facet of its development strategy. A $100 million fund will provide money for a host of loan programs aimed at enticing business to set up shop. Repaid loans will seed further loans.
Arts Backers Prepare for Tax Renewal
For the past four years smokers countywide have paid a 30-cent-per- pack tax on cigarettes with the money diverted to local arts organizations. Since the tax's inception, tens of millions have gone to organizations such as the Cleveland Orchestra, the Museum of Art and ideastream as well as to a host of smaller groups. Cuyahoga Arts and Culture is already strategizing a return to the ballot in late 2015.
State of the Union
President Obama used his State of the Union address to renew his call for higher taxes on the wealthy. What's being called the 'Buffett tax' would hit the wealthiest Americans with a minimum 30% income tax. He also called for tax breaks to benefit companies creating jobs in the United States. Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels in the Republican response said Obama is not to blame for the nation's weak economy but has failed to deliver on promises to fix it.
Pain, Still a National Problem: Dr. Richard W. Rosenquist, director of the Cleveland Clinic's Pain Management department
More than a third of Americans suffer from chronic pain. For many it's debilitating and many fail to get relief even after they've consulted a doctor. We'll examine the reasons pain remains a scourge despite modern medical advances and discuss the prospects for relief of an age-old problem. This segment is part of a week of ideastream coverage entitled Body in Pain.
Harry Boomer, reporter, 19 Action News
Jill Miller Zimon, blogger, Writes Like She Talks
Ned Whelan, Whelan Communications.
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Koch to run for governor of New York, blasts Reagan
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Charging that President Reagan's ''new federalism'' is a ''sham and a shame, '' New York Mayor Edward I. Koch has officially declared that he will run for governor of New York State.
''A great deal of thought has gone into this decision,'' Mayor Koch said at a packed press conference Feb. 22 at Gracie Mansion, the mayor's official residence. ''I love the job I have and the city which I serve . . . but over the last several weeks - following Governor (Hugh) Carey's withdrawal and the Reagan administration's presentation of its 'new federalism' - I have reconsidered that decision. After listening to friends and talking to other elected officials, I have concluded that the best course for me - and I believe for the people of this city and state -- is to seek the office of governor.''
Across the country, he said, ''the action is shifting from Washington to state capitals. Here in New York, counties, villages, towns, and cities will have to look to Albany for financial support, for new directions, and for leadership.''
Asked specifically whether New York State would gain at the expense of New York City if Mayor Koch were elected governor, the mayor reiterated a political theme that he has espoused since he was a US congressman: that he would ''represent all the people.''
''New York City residents would not be any better off than the constituents of Buffalo or Rochester,'' Koch declared. But he stressed at the same time that New York City residents would be better off with someone in office who has a ''proven track record,'' than someone who has not had a similar political trial by fire.
Before his huge landslide reelection as mayor last November, Koch had repeatedly contended that he would never seek higher political office than mayor of New York City.
But faced with the Gov. Hugh Carey's unexpected decision last month not to seek a third term and the devastating effects of ''Reaganomics'' on the city - coupled with what some close Koch observers saw as a weariness with and restlessness in City Hall -- Koch was forced to reassess his goals.


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Seth Belew was born in Houston, TX, and although he lived in both North Carolina and New York, he grew up right here in the Texas Hill Country. He graduated from Grace Christian School in Kerrville in 2005, and while attending college he met his wife Brandy Blevins.
Having always been around radio since day one, Seth inevitably ended up there himself. Starting off running the boards for football games, then to station remotes, he finally moved up to being on air. In the early mornings Seth works alongside his father, on The Harley Show, and in the afternoons he hosts his own show at Rev's sister station KMBL 1450 AM.
You can listen in every Saturday morning at 7:30 am, to Tune & Tweet, on KERV 1230 AM. He talks sports, news, entertainment, media, automotive, or whatever. Chime in and voice your opinion by Tweeting Seth during his show. You never know... you might choose his next topic!
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Working on both a Classic Rock station and a Country station, you would think I prefer bands like The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Bob Seger. But I prefer The Traveling Wilburys, Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, Hank Williams, and Billy Joe Shaver. It could be the simplicity of their styles or just my quirky taste. Either way, when I hear great music, I crank it all the way up to #11. That's why I can enjoy the newer bands like Boots Electric, Wolfmother, Jamiroquai, The Eagles of Death Metal, and The White Stripes. They might not be classic rock, but even the Rolling Stones were brand new at some point!
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New Marlins Stadium to Feature Real Fish
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Major League Baseball revealed the plans for twin custom-made saltwater aquariums to flank both sides of home plate on Thursday. The tanks will be feature coral reefs and a variety of fish.
The aquarium on the right side of home plate -- when looking from the pitcher's mound -- will measure 34 feet in length and 36 inches high while holding 600 gallons of seawater. The one on the left will be 24 feet long and hold 450 gallons.
Oh, and don't worry about any foul balls or wild pitches shattering the glass and spilling all manner of sea life over the baseball diamond. The glass is bulletproof. In these tough economic times it's good to know our tax dollars are going to good use. No word yet on whether BP is sponsoring the aquariums.
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In a city controlled by people who forbid any writing or reading of books, Memer escapes to a hidden library, where she takes on a pivotal role in freeing her war-torn homeland from its oppressive captors.
Chronicles the adventures of a group of rabbits searching for a safe place to establish a new warren so that they can live in peace.
At 9, Tiffany Aching defeated the cruel Queen of Fairyland. At 11, she battled an ancient body-stealing evil. At 13, Tiffany faces a new challenge: a boy. But the Wintersmith isn't exactly a boy. He is Winter itself—snow, gales, icicles—all of it. When he has a crush on Tiffany, he may make her roses out of ice, but his nature is blizzards and avalanches. And he wants Tiffany to stay in his gleaming, frozen world. Forever. Tiffany will need all her cunning to make it to Spring. She'll also need her friends, from junior witches to the legendary Granny Weatherwax. It's going to be a long winter, because if Tiffany doesn't survive until Spring—Spring won't come. (prequels: The Wee Free Men, A Hat Full of Sky)
Book I of the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series. In this series that combines Stone Age anthropology with supernatural mythology, Torak befriends a wolf who becomes his best friend and "packmate," and they go up against supernatural bears and crazy humans alike. Thre are lots of outdoor survival scenes and tense action in these books, plus animal behavior--the way Torak and Wolf "talk" in wolfspeak is really neat. The magical elements are also fascinating, as Torak learns he has the ability to "spirit walk" in the body of animals.


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I am continually surprised at how fast the cloud computing industry is maturing and growing. There is news every day of radical advances in IT delivery through the cloud. Every industry goes through phases and growth pains until they reach maturation. Todd Nielsen highlights six phases currently in progress in the maturity of the cloud-computing industry.


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MEDFORD, Ore. — Medford teachers continue to protest after receiving their latest offer from the district.
150 supporters of the MEA joined the picket lines Saturday afternoon, including teachers from Medford, Eagle Point and Central Point.
Earlier this week, the district put their latest contract on the table and requested teachers vote on ratification. Protesters at Saturday's rally say that offer fails to address their concerns around class sizes, classroom conditions and financial packages. They also say they expect a unified response.
"We know that we're standing pretty solidly together as one complete unit. This is more than Medford teachers have done as long as I can recall, and many of my colleagues," said Lisa North, an instructional coach.
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Here's the list of free Serbian TV channels that are available in North America when you purchase a free to air satellite system. These are live free Serbian TV channels. The first column is the name of the free Serbian TV channel and the next column is the name of the free to air satellite that is broadcasting that channel. You will notice that most of the free FTA channels in Serbian are being broadcasted on a satellite called SES-1. It's in the orbital slot at 101.0 west. If you are considering to get a free to air satellite system just for Serbian channels only you can probably get away with a free to air stationary package. What that means in you would get a FTA satellite receiver and a satellite dish with LNB and install it at the SES-1 satellite. If you want more than just free Serbian TV channels then you would add a dish motor to the package so you can move the dish with the receiver remote to any of the satellites available in North America. Get a motorized satellite package like that would give you Serbian channels plus all other nationalities including English channels.
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How the very best use mind power to their advantage
It is said the emotional highs are higher and the lows lower in Formula One racing than in any other sport. Drivers engage in a constant psychological struggle to counteract a mental turmoil of anxiety, disappointment, despair, anger, jealousy, resentment, sorrow and fear. Small wonder then, that many believe drivers to have elements of schizophrenia, paranoia and/or various other personality disorders within their mental make-up.
Indeed, a strong case can be made for the concept that some emotions and character traits normally regarded as antisocial rage, hate, greed, lust, revenge, ruthlessness, and so on may be necessary to fuel competitive fires to the levels necessary to excel in Formula One racing, hence the old adage nice guys finish last. It may also pay off for a driver to be paranoid, feeling that the whole world is against him, which, in fact, all his rivals are.
Nigel Mansell was just one example of a driver who seemed to parlay paranoia into success on the track. Weve always had bad losers Nigel Mansell is a bad winner, is how Keke Rosberg, the 1982 champion with Williams, characterised the man who, with the same team, lifted the title ten years later.
Mansell excelled in adversarial situations, in fact needed them to perform at his best, and if they didnt exist he seemed to go out of his way to create difficulties which invariably raised his aggression levels even higher. He was continually at war with the track and everything on it, he fought with his team, his team-mates, the media, the FIA, and anyone he thought stood in his way. But the embattled Mansell was also one of the most exciting drivers of all time and when he retired he became a well-adjusted civilian.
So did Jody Scheckter, the 1979 champion, who as a driver also had a love-hate relationship with the sport and sometimes failed to keep the potentially destructive emotion of anger under control. Scheckter: Ive been crazy as hell and felt so mad I could have jumped out of the car at 200mph. Ive changed gears without taking my foot off the accelerator, wanting to destroy the engine. I used to get really upset in practice and qualifying; that was the worst time. The races were more about controlled aggression. But when youre really desperate and theres only a few laps left you get angry and it gets really dangerous. But you just dont care. You hold your foot down.
After he retired (because, he admits, he became fearful for his life) Scheckter tried to convince his good friend Gilles Villeneuve that anger could be his downfall. But Scheckters advice, given to Villeneuve a few days before the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix, was tragically ignored by one of the most passionate of all drivers.
In the previous race Villeneuves team-mate Didier Pironi had overtaken him, against Ferrari team orders, and won. Villeneuves deeply felt sense of betrayal caused him such mental anguish that he vowed never to speak to Pironi again and, come what may, he would beat him in Belgium. There, when Pironi had set a faster qualifying time, Villeneuve came upon Jochen Masss slower car, refused to lift off and suffered the horrible accident that took his life. While Villeneuve undoubtedly took more risks than any driver in his era, most people believe he died because his dangerously confused state of mind interfered with his sense of judgement.
Three-time world champion Jackie Stewart believes the ability to control the mind (a skill Villeneuve arguably lacked) is what makes the difference between a very good driver and a great driver. The mind is everything, says the Scot. All the boys in Formula One today have gifts from God and theres 20 of them. Then theres the top six, then the extraordinary three. But the genius is the one who takes it to another level. That is Michael Schumacher today, just as there once was Fangio, Clark, myself if you like, Lauda, Prost, Senna the absolute multiple champions. And its always the head that took them there.
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Engulfing one entire wall and part of another, the Chilean's sprawling project is part of "Three Perspectives: CIFO 2007 Commissions Program Artists," also featuring work by Venezuela's Eugenio Espinoza and Colombia's Jose Alejandro Restrepo.
The trio was chosen for the exhibit as part of the nonprofit's efforts to "broaden global understanding of the work of artists who are making a significant impact in Latin America but are less familiar to U.S. audiences," explains Cecilia Fajardo-Hill, director and chief curator of the Cisnero Fontanals Art Foundation's space.
This year's winners, who were selected by a panel of peers and leading art professionals, are exhibiting new works commissioned by CIFO specifically for the show, along with previous works.
Composed of some 500 small-scale drawings, paintings, and photographs some new, some old and arranged floor to ceiling near CIFO's entrance, Oyarzun's monumental collage is meant to be viewed as one complete painting in which the disparate elements intertwine in the underlying plot not unlike one of Alejandro Gonzalez Iñarritú's movies, minus the heft.
According to wall text, in theory, Oyarzun's work mines art's fundamental philosophical issues and the complex role, and life, of the artist. His characters, described as "amorphous archetypes of artists," loosely lead the spectator through a grungy, ambivalent narrative questioning the need for art to exist.
Many of the self-taught artist's pen and graphite drawings depict a gallery of grotesques, each with a bit of text telegraphing Oyarzun's strategy of flouting the conventions of painting while attempting to impose his own voice.
In one, a three-eyed, pus-oozing woman holds a tome titled The Social History of Art, while next to her a megacephalic mook peruses a reference book examining historical images of the body. Underneath a line reads, "Beyond all the problems, my love for painting remains intact."
Another drawing shows a man farting spider webs over text that informs, "In any regard we already knew that when it came to painting we didn't hold out much hope."
For non-Spanish speakers or anyone else, come to think of it deciphering the riot of visual noise can be a taxing strain. What is a viewer to make of the jumble of paintings of ghoulish freaks, dead dogs, giant crabs, rotting fish, and even a portrait of a senile old man scattered throughout? Or of the painting of the exterior of a condo in which the artist's alter ego, Captain Carrot, peers from behind a balcony rail? Or for that matter, the series of eleven napkin-size paintings directly below? They depict a used condom, a penis, diseased organs and bones, and what even appears to be an unsightly ode to a turd.
Perhaps the best way to ingest Oyarzun's festering fable is to follow the tiny pictures of Captain Carrot who looks like a poor cousin to Mr. Potato Head wending their way through the wacky imagery clogging the walls.
You don't need to understand Spanish or have a plot outline to catch on to the critter's travails.
The homunculus burnout is seen shambling through the weeds, scaling ramparts, and excavating a hole. As his journey toward becoming art-savvy unfolds, Captain Carrot is seen wrestling a dinosaur, engrossed in an art publication, and confronting a hare. He later enters a museum made out of a cardboard box, and becomes transfixed by a huge portrait of himself, before falling fitfully to the floor.
In doing so, the slaphappy taproot seems to echo a line in one of Oyarzun's squirrelly drawings that ironically spoofs the self-taught: "Neither in favor of nor against but rather well-assimilated or an I don't know what from the profoundly idiotic."
There is no denying that Oyarzun is a talented painter with a sharp attention to detail and an unerring eye for humor. But after lingering for more than an hour trying to absorb the stew into which Oyarzun seems to have poured every can and box from his kitchen cabinet, one walks away convinced his cockeyed vegetable gets the last laugh.
In an adjacent space Restrepo, one of Colombia's video art pioneers, tomahawks spectators with some old-time religion tweaked with a bit of stunningly blunt, modern hyperviolence.
Estigmas (Stigmas), a series of five fiberglass sculptures housing mini video monitors, lassos the viewer into engaging with the work from mere inches away. In one piece a pair of outstretched arms jut from the wall as if reaching for the spectator. Thick cords of electrical wire run like brachial arteries from the hollow of the forearms to the floor. The Christmas lightbulb-scale screens, embedded in the palms to denote stigmata, depict a man driving nails into a penitent's hand with a brick.
Disembodied feet on the floor and a head on a column serve up more of the same. Restrepo knocks a hole the size of a quarter next to the mug's left ear, where he places the twitchy video as if to deliver a coup de grace.


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