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What is Welcome Week and what's the difference between Welcome Week and orientation? NYU Welcome Week is sponsored by the Student Resource Center and is open to all new NYU students. Welcome Week is designed to compliment a student's school orientation which runs concurrently. During Welcome Week, students are provided opportunities to meet new people, get to know NYU, experience New York City, and have fun prior to the start of classes.
Are there programs for Parents? Welcome Week programs are specifically for new students only, however, a "For Parent's Only" program is offered as a part of the many activities available on NYU Welcome Day. There are no parent programs during Welcome Week, however university representatives will be present at the NYU Welcome Day Info Fair on Move-In Day, which is open to parents. Parents are may also stop by the Student Resource Center for any additional questions.
What if my student misses Welcome Week? We hope that they don't, but if necessary, have the student stop by the Student Resource Center to speak with a student or staff member about resources that were provided. Students should also contact their school regarding an orientation programs they may have missed.
Other students I know have registered for class and I haven't. When will I register and will I get into the classes I want? The registration period varies per school, but for the most part, will occur during the month of June for new students. Registration usually occurs via telephone or online during the registration period and students are notified through either their NYU email account or US mail. Advisors are also available to assist with questions. For additional information and school-specific contacts, please refer to the Next Stop NYU Orientation and Registration page.
When will I receive my housing assignment? Students will receive "Move-In Day" instructions with parking information, tips on what to bring and arrival times with their room assignment. Information about roommates will be included in the housing notification which is communicated via email in July. Students will also receive a move-in appointment time and contact information of their roommate(s).
What is move-in day like? Approximately 4000 new students will be moving into NYU residence halls on the same day, which makes check-in exciting and very hectic. Students will receive a move-in time with their housing assignment, so keeping with the assigned time helps to make the process smoother for everyone. Staff will be on hand to assist with unloading cars, parking directions, and carts. To make the process a bit smoother, remember that many items can be purchased in the city or delivered to the residence hall after the student has moved in. Visit the NYU Welcome Day page for information on the specific activities that compliment Move-In Day.
Is there anything going on for parents on Move-In Day or During Welcome Week? Parents are invited to attend NYU Welcomes Day events, which include an Information Fair held throughout the day providing light snacks and opportunities to meet with representatives from a variety of university offices. Additionally, a "For Parents Only" welcome and Parent Welcome receptions and presentations will be offered through out the day. Details will be provided in summer mailings, and at check-in. Note that there are no programs for parents beyond Move-In Day.
Are there places to buy towels, sheets, etc? Major stores such as Kmart, Home Depot, Best Buy, Marshalls, Bed, Bath, and Beyond, as well as many local discount stores are located in the NYU area. Many offer discounts and specials to students during check-in, as well as delivery services. There will also be shuttles available on move-in day to several major stores. Details will be available at check-in.
Where can students find a list of allowable items to bring to NYU? Residents are expected to supply their own pillows, blankets, towels, and linens/sheets (80" long/ "long twin"). Items such as incandescent or fluorescent study lights, surge protectors, curtains, rugs, posters, microwave ovens, alarm clocks, and other personal accessories are permitted and may be helpful. Prohibited items include halogen lights, candles, toaster ovens, hot plates, wall phones, and pets. Students may wish to coordinate with their roommate(s) in advance to avoid having multiple appliances such as TVs, microwaves, or small refrigerators. A complete list of items that students should bring as well as items that are prohibited in NYU residence halls is accessible on-line at: www.nyu.edu/life/living-at-nyu.html and click on Explore the Residence Halls, then click on "What to Bring" tab in the gray bar.
For students flying into to New York, what should they do about shipping things? Packages may be shipped directly to the residence hall, however, they cannot arrive before the student has checked into the residence hall.
Does NYU provide summer storage? Storage is not available during the summer, however residence hall staff can provide a list of local storage vendors who are not affiliated with the university. A listing is also available on the Parents Website under the resources tab.
Can students stay in their room over breaks? The residence hall contract allows students to stay throughout the year in the residence hall until checkout in May. This includes holidays and breaks. The buildings are staffed and security is present 24/7.
For additional frequently asked questions related to living on campus, email firstname.lastname@example.com.
When is the Immunization form due? Completed forms should be returned to Immunization Records Services at the Student Health Center, 726 Broadway, Suite 347, (212) 443-1199 by August 1st
I have a copy of my student's immunization records. Do I still need to complete the immunization section of the health history form? Yes. The form must be completed in its entirety. When you return the form, you may include any supporting documents signed by a physician.
I already submitted my student's immunization documents. Do I still need to complete the health history form? Yes. The health history form assists us in determining your student's needs for overall health and wellness while studying at NYU. If you have already submitted immunization documents, please complete the remaining sections of the health history form and return it to Immunization Records Services at the Student Health Center.
I submitted a health history form and then received one in the mail. Do I need to complete it again? No. NYU students are required to complete the health history form only once during their academic career.
My student's doctor does not have the MMR or Meningitis vaccines. Can he/she get them at NYU? Yes. These vaccines are available for a fee at the Student Health Center.
Can students come to NYU Health Center if they don't have NYU insurance? All matriculated NYU students may use the NYU Student Health Center (SHC) regardless of the source of their health insurance. All matriculated students will have access to routine and urgent primary and women's health care visits at either no cost or at significantly reduced cost. Short-term counseling and wellness visits are also available at no cost. This should provide an important safety net of basic health services for students at NYU.
Even with this significant benefit, it is still mandatory for students to have insurance coverage that meets NYU requirements. For SHC services not covered by the safety net benefit, payment will be expected at the time of visit, or will be billed to insurance plans.
My student is covered on my insurance plan. Can I waive the NYU insurance? Yes, you can waive the NYU insurance plan, however you must do so by the appropriate deadline.
Students who waive the NYU-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plans in favor of alternative coverage should be aware that their insurers might not cover specialty services and certain procedures provided at our facility. For more information, click here.
Which meal plan should I select? This decision is based on the individual and how many meals they will be likely to eat. For example, if the student is not a morning person, then having enough meals that would include breakfast would not be worthwhile. Students do have an option to change their meal plan in early September if they find the plan they signed up for doesn't meet their needs. By default all freshman students are assigned a meal plan. www.nyu.edu/dining
What is the difference between Campus Cash and Dining Dollars? Campus Cash is a debit-card-like feature of the NYU student ID, the NYUCard. Parents or students may deposit funds online into a student's Campus Cash account via credit card or by cash on campus. Campus Cash is accepted at the NYU Bookstore, at NYU Ticket Central, campus dining halls, and for on-campus laundry and vending machines, as well as at off-campus merchants. For complete details on Campus Cash, including a list of locations that accept Campus Cash, go to www.nyu.edu/nyucard.
Dining Dollars is also a feature of the NYU student ID, in which a specific dollar amount is credited to a student's NYU ID card with the purchase of a meal plan. Dining Dollars can only be used in the dining halls or at campus dining facilities. They work on the same principle as debit cards and can be used to purchase beverages, snacks, or full meals, however only in NYU dining facilities.
How can I view my student's financial accounts and make sure I get the bill on time? Access to student financial information and billing requires the student to provide access to the parent. The following links will provide you with the process:
What banks are around NYU? When considering which bank to use in NYC, parents should think about bank chains that are located in their hometown first and then close to where their student will be living while at NYU. As students will only live around Washington Square their first year, a branch that has multiple locations in the city will be the most convenient in the long run.
Also, a bank in the student's hometown and in New York City allows even more convenience for parents to make deposits and assist with transactions.That being said, most of the major bank chains (i.e. Bank of America, Citibank, Chase, Capital One, Wells Fargo, Sovereign Bank, HSBC, Banco Popular, PNC Bank, and TD Bank) in the city have a number of branches and ATM lobbies throughout the city. Almost all offer free checking to students with an NYU ID. Click here for additional information.
What about computers, software, computer labs and printing? The NYU Computer Store sells both Apple and Dell laptops and desktops at educational discount pricing, and also sells computer accessories, software (great prices!), printers, and personal computing items such as iPads and iPods.
Additionally, the Computer Store offers computer repair service. You can consult the Computer Store for computer purchase recommendations based on your student's school or academic program; many students take advantage of interest-free loans at the Computer Store through the Store's Deferred Payment Program. See www.bookstores.nyu.edu/computer.store for more information.
Are there Computers and Printing on Campus? NYU Computer Labs (Mac and PC) are available for free to all students, for locations see www.nyu.edu/its/labs. In addition, computer labs provide access to a variety of software. Students also receive a pre-loaded printing stipend to print at labs which they access using their NYU ID Card.
How much of an allowance should I have each week? Because spending varies per person, we suggest that students begin by keeping track of their spending for a few weeks by writing down every amount spent. This includes snacks, meals (outside of the meal-plan), subway, bills, laundry, clothes, toiletries, postage and entertainment. This will provide a snapshot of what weekly spending will be like in NYC. Visit the Money Management website and click on Worksheets and Resources for helpful worksheets and advice on spending.
Should I purchase a phone in NYC? All the major carriers exist in New York City. The most popular are AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint. Discounts are available for AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint with an NYU ID (the account needs to be in the student's name). In addition, there are a number of other discounted carriers that provide pay-per-use phones.
What discounts are available for students at NYU? Transportation, entertainment, etc.Many of the area restaurants and stores offer discounts to students just by showing their NYU ID at the time of purchase. Additional listings are also available on the NYU Campus Cash website and Money Management website,
Additionally, NYU's box office, Ticket Central, offers discounted tickets to movies, theatre, and other entertainment in the city and is located on the 1st Floor of the Kimmel Center at the Skirball Center for Performing Arts. www.nyu.edu/ticketcentral
Does NYU provide transportation from the airports?
Because our population of students is national and international, flying into one of three airports, NYU is unable to provide transportation to and from airports. However, there are a variety of very reliable options available – taxi's, car-service, shuttle buses, and buses from major transportation hubs. Additionally, travel is available via subway and train. Click here for more options.
Which airport should I fly into? We suggest going with the airport that is most convenient for you, providing the most direct flight options. The three major airports - Newark, LaGuardia, and Kennedy -- are all in similar proximity to Manhattan (New York City). All airports offer a variety of transportation options. Click here for more options.
Does NYU provide campus transportation? Campus Transportation Services are available daily while classes are in session from university facilities (primarily student residences further away). For routes and other information, go to www.nyu.edu/ride.
Additionally, free overnight Safe Ride Van Service is operated 7 days per week, Midnight to 5AM. The service operates every day during the academic semester, including weekends and holidays.
Does my student need a subway card? For travel around NYC, students will likely take a NYC bus or subway that does require a MetroCard. Pay-Per-Ride options are available and in most cases, the better option than purchasing a monthly card unless they will use it at least 7 days a week and two or more times per day.
Parents form an integral part of the study abroad experience by supporting their student's choice to embark on this academic and life-enriching endeavor. A variety of helpful resources, from applying, to costs, student experiences, and information on our sites around the world. Click below for more relevant information for parents:
When are the School Breaks? Dates and deadlines are available under the Parent Resources tab on this page. Note that classes are scheduled as usual the day before holiday breaks, however university offices may close at 4pm. The university only closes on specific holidays and is open for business during the summer, Fall and Spring Breaks, and part of the Winter Recess.
When will students be done with finals so a trip home for the holidays can be booked? Although an exam schedule is provided for classes, actual exam times are up to the professor and class. Students should refer to their course syllabus or consult their professor for their exact exam schedule before scheduling trips home. Note that the exam schedule is also available at the time of registration should students want to use that information in creating their schedule for the semester.
How does my student know if the university will be closed or classes cancelled due to inclement weather? In the event the university closes or classes are cancelled due to inclement weather, students will be notified via email, and in some cases, text message. Students can also call the Information Alert Line located on the back of their ID (212-998-1220) for messages. Information will also be posted on the NYU website. Encouraging your student to provide their cell phone number in their Albert student record will insure they receive a phone or text message. For parents, we encourage signing up for the NYU Parent email list which is how parents will be notified during emergencies or inclement weather. Click on the Staying Connected tab above.
Are students excused from classes for religious observances? New York University, as a nonsectarian institution, adheres to the general policy of including in its official calendar only certain legal holidays. Students who anticipate being absent because of any religious observance should notify their faculty in advance of such anticipated absence. Faculty are asked, that whenever feasible, examinations and assignment deadlines not be scheduled on religious holidays. Any student absent from class because of religious beliefs shall not be penalized for any class, examination, or assignment deadline missed on that day or days. If examinations or assignment deadlines are scheduled, any student who is unable to attend class because of religious beliefs shall be given the opportunity to make up that day or days. No adverse or prejudicial effects shall result to any student who avails him/herself of the above provisions.
What Happens on Parents Day? Parents Day programs offer an opportunity to learn about your student's experience at NYU. Deans and faculty members from each school/program host information sessions, student services offices feature presentations, and lunch is available in the University dining halls. The afternoon includes workshops and a reception hosted by the NYU President. The program is designed for the parents of first-year students. Unfortunately due to space constraints, we do not have an annual program for parents. Click on the Parents Day tab above for more information.
For more information, go to http://www.nyu.edu/community/parents/parents-day.html or click on the Parents Day tab in the gray bar above.
Do I need to register for Parents Day? Yes, we ask that you register for Parents Day to help us gauge attendance.
Why is the morning academic program open only to parents? We ask that only parents attend the morning academic program primarily because of space constraints. This is also the reason we only invite parents of first year undergraduate students to Parents Day. In other words, we don't have Parents Day every year for each class at this time -- however we hope you will always feel welcome to visit NYU at any time throughout your son or daughter's career.
We're a divorced family and only one of us receives mail from NYU. How can both names be added to the mailing list? Currently the student's record only accommodates one permanent address, however, multiple email addresses can be added to the Parent Email listing which is mostly how NYU communicates to parents. Click on the "Staying Connected" tab in the gray bar above for the link to add your email address.
My student has midterms at this time. Why is Parents Day scheduled around mid-terms? We don't actually plan to schedule the program around mid-terms -- in fact, it varies per student and per class as to when midterms or papers are scheduled by professors. There is not one unified mid-term exam period.
I am unable to attend this year. Can I attend next year? You are certainly welcome to attend next year, just note that the program is focused on the student's first year -- especially the morning academic program. If you would like to attend, send us an email during the summer and we will add you to our mailing list or check the Parent's website for dates and RSVP information. Email: email@example.com.
Do parents get to meet their student's teachers or advisers on Parents Day? Unlike primary and secondary school (K-12), the relationship with professors and advisers at college is between the student and the professor or adviser. As a parent, encouraging your student to get to know their professor by meeting them during office hours or after class will go a long way in developing a good relationship. You should also encourage your student to meet with their adviser at least twice a semester to discuss academic progress and a pre-registration strategy for the following semester.
Should I attend Parents Day? This is a personal question. We understand that the date for Parents Day may not be convenient for everyone or even affordable to pay for another visit so soon after move-in. Know that most of the workshops provided on Parents Day are presented by offices and staff from NYU and opportunities to speak with or visit offices is possible at other times of the year.
What hotels are around NYU? There are limited lodging options in the immediate NYU area, so don't limit yourself to just the area around campus. NYU is easily accessible by most bus lines, subway lines, and the NJ Path Train.
Nevertheless, New York City has become a popular destination over the years and as a result hotel prices have sky-rocketed. We suggest utilizing a travel agent or many of the online resources to search for hotels in New York City that meet your specific budget and accommodation needs. The Sunday New York Times travel section is a good source for information on special weekend packages and current rates, as do airlines when you book a trip.
If you're not sure where to start, we do have hotels on our website, as well as a hotels that NYU has a business relationship with. Note that they may not meet everyone's needs, which is why we suggest looking at the many other alternatives for finding a hotel in NYC.
What resources are available for commuter students? Commuter and Off-Campus Student Services at the Student Resource Center supports students through programs and services specifically designed for commuters. Social and educational programs connect commuters with each other, residential students, and campus resources.
Major programs and resources include information on discounts for commuting, use of a kitchen, computers, and lounge, reserved lockers, and the sponsorship of overnight accommodations near campus for commuters. All new commuter students are assigned a "Commuter Assistant," an upperclass student who will assist new commuters with navigating NYU and making friends and connections with other NYU students. For more information and contact information, click here.
Does NYU provide assistance to students who want to live off campus? The NYU Student Resource Center offers off-campus living resources to current and newly-admitted NYU students who are seeking private off campus apartment rentals. NYU does not have "off-campus" facilities. Resources include a housing registry, links to apartment search websites, market and neighborhood information, and other relevant information. Go to www.nyu.edu/housing/offcampus for more details.
Albert Manage Guest Users
Students have the option to provide other individuals (proxies) select access to their Albert records, such as:
Students can create and manage guest users only on the Albert Mobile website, which is accessible from desktop browsers as well.
CLICK HERE for more details.
For access to view student tuition and housing bills, as well as make payments, a request for access is required and can be made using eSuite. CLICK HERE for more information.
Help Guides
How can I verify my student's enrollment for insurance or other reasons? Students can view/print an enrollment certificate directly from Albert. Click here for instructions.
Access to Student Records - Albert Manage
Students now have the option to provide selected access to their Albert records to other individuals (proxies) such as parents and employers. Students can opt to allow access to:
CLICK HERE for more information.
How do students find jobs? The Wasserman Center for Career Development is an excellent resource for students looking for on and off campus employment, as well as paid and unpaid internships. Students must initially visit the office to gain access to the online employment resources. Staff members are also available to assist with resume writing and other advice in seeking employment. In addition, students can also inquire independently by contacting campus offices or other job sources to seek out employment. Some of the larger campus employers include the NYU Phonathon, Coles Sports and Recreation Center, the Library, NYUBookstore, or even the academic department relative to a student's course of study. www.nyu.edu/careerdevelopment
What is work-study? How do I get work-study? "Work-study" is the name given to federally subsidized on-campus jobs. Eligibility for work-study employment is determined by the NYU Office of Financial Aid and is usually listed on financial aid packages as "recommended term time earnings." A student with this award is eligible to apply for various work-study jobs throughout the University and work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the position. Students without work-study are still eligible for campus jobs. Additional information can be found at the Wasserman Center for Career Development. www.nyu.edu/careerdevelopment
NYU's Department of Public Safety Office (212-998-2222) and the Wellness Exchange (212-443-9999) are two emergency options available to students and parents , 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. These numbers are also located on the back of a student's NYU ID Card. Both departments will have access to the appropriate resources to assist you or your student.
For more information about these services, including campus safety, university closings, and other safety and health information, please click on the links below:
This notice is to inform students of the preventative measures taken by New York University ("NYU") to address sexual assault and bias-related incidents and crimes on campus.
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Description: | Entertainment. KVSC 88.1 FM and the LGBT Resource Center at St. Cloud State University (SCSU) present: Hip Hop Against Homophobia 5-7 p.m. Oct. 18 in Atwood Ballroom. The event is free for students and the community. Featuring all local artists, Hip Hop Against Homophobia is a series of concerts that have taken place in Minneapolis since 2009 and is now expanding to Central Minnesota. The consistent voice behind the Hip Hop Against Homophobia is Kyle �Guante� Tran Myhre, series co-founder, two-time National Poetry Slam champion, social justice activist, writer and educator. �We wanted to create space for healthy community collaboration. To highlight the overlap that already exists between the Twin Cities� big, vibrant, diverse hip-hop scene and big, vibrant, diverse LBGTQ culture,� said Guante. �We wanted to throw fun rap shows that were also explicitly safe spaces for people no matter how they identify.� Artists to play SCSU�s Hip Hop Against Homophobia are: Toki Wright, Guante, Big Cats, See More Perspective, Heidi Barton Stink and Kaoz. All of these artists are identified as LGTBQ or Straight Allies. The artists were selected by Guante to perform because of their vocal support of equality in terms of sexual orientation as well as their eloquence in spreading that message. Various community businesses and campus organizations will be present to show their support for this movement of equality. Hip Hop Against Homophobia is also being presented by The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center at St. Cloud State University. Hip Hop Against Homophobia is a free, all-ages concert, funded by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. KVSC 88.1 FM is an educational public radio station licensed to St. Cloud State University and is streamed online at KVSC.org. | |||||||
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Detectors and activities
Two detector study groups were validated by the ILC Research Director following the recommendation of the International Detector Advisory Group (IDAG). The validated detectors are:
The Letters of Intent (LOIs) are:
International Large Detector | Silicon Detector (pdf, 5MB) |
These two detector groups are now preparing Detailed Baseline Designs (DBDs), to be completed by the end of 2012. The contents of these will follow the specifications requested by the ILC Research Director.
The Benchmarks Task Force has specified benchmark reactions for the DBD.
See also
Detector Common Task Working GroupsVolume 2 - Physics at the ILC
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Volume 4 - Detectors
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Writing in Scientific American, Patrick Mustain imagines THIS LETTER from the food industry to consumers:Dear Consumers: A disturbing trend has come to our attention. You, the people, are thinking more about health, and you�re starting to do something about it. This cannot continue.
Sure, there�s always been talk of health in America. We often encourage it. The thing is, we only want you to think about and talk about health in a certain way�equating health with how you look, instead of outcomes like quality of life and reduced disease risk….
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I'm continuing my reading journey through the current American Library Association Notable Books List. You can also find it divvied up by fiction and nonfiction in the library's "Books Movie and More" website.
One of this year's themes from the Notable List is revealing itself--the impact of multiple identities. They were critical to the novel, "Await Your Reply," and to the nonfiction book about human smuggling, "Snakehead." And now here they are again, at the heart of another nonfiction title,"Provenance: How a Con Man and a Forger Rewrote the History of Modern Art" by Laney Salisbury and Aly Sujo.
I thoroughly enjoyed "Provenance." Salisbury and Sujo create a strong sense of story despite having to veer from the story to educate the reader about the art world. With only a few exceptions, they share just enough information to show when something is critical or important, without losing their narrative thread.
The story itself is fascinating. In the 1980s and 1990s, a mastermind named John Drewe teamed up with an artist to sell fake paintings as the real things by artists such as Giacometti, Paul Klee, and Ben Nicolson. Drewe realized that he could not do this on a profitable enough scale without providing the kind of provenance, or documented history, that would convince scrupulous collectors and museums of authenticity. He compromised the archives of London's Tate Gallery, for instance, inserting pages into catalogs of exhibits from the 1950s, creating rubber stamps from reputable galleries, and using names of people known or unknown to create a history for paintings. Apparently a pathological liar, Drewe developed the persona of an educated and cultured person. He dressed well. He spoke in an artistocratic way. He got people on his side.
Equally interesting are the parts about John Myatt, the artist who could paint in so many styles so convincingly. Drewe spotted his vulnerability immediately.
Salisbury and Sujo begin by telling how Drewe got underway and gained momentum. Then they turn toward the people involved in the unraveling and taking the case to trial. The archivists who weren't convinced by Drewe. The keeper of the legacy of Giacometti who knew that certain works were wrong. The police officers who had to build a case. Drewe's spurned common-law wife.
The story's a fascinating one, and that it's so well told and documented makes it a perfect choices for the Notables List. It raises pithy questions about identity and what it means to lead people to believe you're someone you aren't. Certainly it raises questions about art--what does it mean that a particular person painted something? How much does a piece of art stand on its own apart from its history?
I'll be recommending this to many readers--to those who love a mystery, who enjoy art, who are generally on the lookout for a well-told story, to lovers of nonfiction. L. Kent Wolgamott mentioned this in an article in Sunday's Journal-Star as a good one for true-crime readers.
And I'll keep my fingers crossed that the next Notable I read will be as satisfying as this one.


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Christian Living
A Shelter in the Time of Storm: Meditations on God and Trouble
Book by Paul David Tripp
Fifty-two meditations on Psalm 27 instruct and encourage believers to worship God through the ups and downs of life. Psalm 27 is a psalm of trouble and worship, of difficulty and beauty, of the evil of people against people, and … Learn More
Principles of Biblical Ministry: 2008 Pastors Conference
Conference Messages by Various Authors
We believe that God has ordained the preaching of His Word, prayer, and the sacraments as the means by which He sanctifies people's lives. There is no substitute for the Scriptures if we want to know and please God, and … Learn More
The Masculine Mandate: God's Calling to Men
Book by Richard Phillips
There is a crying need in the church today for men to be men. But competing visions for what a man is to be —some growing out of popular culture and others arising from flawed teaching in the church—are exacerbating … Learn More
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The Intimate Marriage
Book by R.C. Sproul
Does your marriage fufill your dreams? Are you not yet married but eager to wed? Are you afraid to marry because you've seen so few happy marriages?R.C. Sproul offers this practical guide to help married couples-or those seeking to get … Learn More
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Dispensationalism: Rightly Dividing the People of God?
Book by Keith Mathison
For years, dispensational teachings have flooded evangelical airwaves and bookstores. Are they biblical? Dr. Keith A. Mathison provides a clear, scriptural critique of this popular movement. Dispensationalism dispels much of the current confusion and answers questions such as: Is the church age … Learn More
Family Worship
Book by Joel Beeke
Joel R. Beeke presents a heartfelt plea for the renewal of family worship in Christian homes. The family is modeled after the very being of God, providing a divine foundation for family worship from creation. This is not a mere … Learn More
The Family at Church: Listening to Sermons and Attending Prayer Meetings
Book by Joel Beeke
Joel Beeke provides practical guidance on two important areas of family life. First, it explains how we should prepare our families for public worship, how we should receive the preached Word, and how we should put that Word into practice. … Learn More
Fathers and Sons Stand Fast In the Way of Truth
Book by Douglas Bond
Fathers & Sons is a two-volume set containing 48 readings. These books allow over a year of close fellowship between father and son, with the goal of leading sons toward Christian manhood. Taking serious issues seriously, yet promoting a joyful … Learn More
The Family Worship Book: A Resource Book for Family Devotions
Book by Terry Johnson
"In a day and age when family worship is a rarity, and in which parents who are called to lead it are not likely to have had personal experience of it in their own upbringing, The Family Worship Book will … Learn More
Christian Living Teaching Series
Teaching Series by R.C. Sproul
In our discussion of God's purpose for our lives we often forget that His will is that we become sanctified. These practical 239 MP3 messages by Dr. Sproul are for those desiring to understand the process of spiritual growth and … Learn More
The Christian Lover
Book by Michael Haykin
Marriage is under siege in our time, and Christian unions are not going unscathed. Dr. Michael A. G. Haykin believes that love letters written by Christian husbands and wives of the past can help strengthen the ties that bind believing … Learn More
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Church and State
Teaching Series by R.C. Sproul
In this series, Dr. R.C. Sproul addresses the role of the church in government and the role of government in the church. He explains that government has been established by God to enforce order and stability in our land, and … Learn More
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Creation and Change
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In this book, Dr. Douglas Kelly argues for a literal seven day account of creation in Genesis chapters 1 and 2. He assesses both the biblical details and the scientific data to show that there is a convincing case for … Learn More


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Enjoy stunning views in a relaxing atmosphere at the Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. From the top floor of our Hotel those views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps beyond are incomparably beautiful, especially from the vantage point of our oasis of well-being and tranquillity.
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"Alzheimer's disease is the defining challenge of our era. Anyone who is not concerned about Alzheimer's disease is in denial." Those were words spoken by Maria Shriver on the Larry King Special that aired this past Sunday night titled: "Unthinkable: The Alzheimer's Epidemic."
Dr. Jeffrey Cummings from Cleveland Clinic's Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, and Dr. Ronald Petersen, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Mayo Alzheimer's Disease Research Center from Mayo Clinic spoke about the Alzheimer's epidemic, the looming economic impact, as well as Alzheimer's treatment, prevention and the critical need to accelerate research.
Celebrities touched by Alzheimer's including the Reagan family, Angie Dickinson, Laura Bush, Seth Rogen, Maria Shriver, Leeza Gibbons and others spoke on issues of loss, caregiver stress and family struggles.
Leeza Gibbons recalled the time that her mother, diagnosed with Alzheimer's, looked at her and said, "You're such a nice lady — What's your name?"
"It stabs your heart," said Leeza.
According to the special, 15 million unpaid caregivers give up their lives to care for another, and caregivers often become sicker than the person they're caring for — "they are under assault."
On a link from the CNN website, Leeza Gibbons offers advice to Alzheimer's caregivers that I believe may be helpful to many of you. Here is an excerpt:
"Basically, it's (life) all about change. It's inevitable. Change either breaks into your life, or you open the door and invite it to sit down and have a cup of tea. It's coming. You can either react or respond. Your ability to manage change is what will make a difference. In a game of sameness versus change, change always wins. It cancels out the stagnant, the static and the complacent.
"When you are a family caregiver, it's time to become a master of change ... I found my transformation into the world of caregiving was made easier when I remembered to breathe, believe and receive.
"Breathe: Start by taking 10 purposeful breaths; breathing in sheer certainty that you are doing your best. Breathe out all the negativity that weighs heavy in your head and on your heart. This can change your physical and emotional state, slowing down your heart rate, aiding your digestion and reducing your stress so you can cope with the very challenging journey you are walking.
" ... I think there is a way of looking at things that makes a difference. Your frame, the lens through which you create your world, affects everything. No matter where you go, there you are: You, with your approach, your temperament, your expectation. This is where those glass-half-full kinds of people have the advantage.
"Believe: Now is the time to be an optimist. Optimists really do fare better in warding off everything from the common cold to gastrointestinal problems and sleeplessness. Know that you can do it — and that your efforts will be enough. Believe that you can get empowered by others who have achieved this before you. Get strength from them, and know that what you learn on your journey will also lift those who come next.
"Receive: Everyone has limits, and there will be days when you feel that you just can't do it anymore. That's why it is so important to be surrounded by an encouraging community and explore the resources around you. Sometimes, you need to stop achieving and start receiving. Know that real strength comes from knowing your limits and asking for help ... "
"Caregivers — make sure you don't do this alone." - Laura Bush
To see video from the special and the full article from Leeza Gibbons go to: www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2011/larryking/
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A family member has developed a form of Dementia, and has acted out violently towards his wife. Is that something anyone has dealt with? He is not being given any slack by the legal system. He was very highly educated, and I think that may have interfered with the timing of his diagnosis. He was seen as just mean and curmugeony (spelling?) Things have gone horribly wrong, and I cannot give details for fear of exposing his identity. Any experience with legal defenses (first offenses at that) while suffering from AD which hasn't been fully diagnosed? He is almost 90.
I was particularly touched by a comment from Charlene. She spoke of caring for her husband for 16 years, along with her son, who selflessly worked at an Adult Day Care Center, and subsequently a Hospice to care for his father. I am awed by your perserverance and your son's complete dedication to his father! You are role models for us all! I cared for my father who ultimately died a gruesome death from metastatic prostate cancer in 1992, and his last words to me were, " Nancy, something terrible is wrong with your mom! Please take care of her!" I did over the protests of my sisters and their grown children, and with the help, of my husband, and my very small children. They came to learn that Grandma was prone to making a fast getaway when you least expected it, and that she had a rather unusual but "funny" outlook on life. She lost so much, but we gained so much information about what she used to be like before she got older and, I hate to say, "cranky." The disease peeled layers of her personality away, and she became this lovely, untroubled, calm version of herself, who knew that she could rely on me to do what was best for her, and in her darkest hour, said, very bluntly, "now I know why God gave you to me." We both needed that closure. I was her youngest, born when she was 39, and that was not so common in 1955. It is hard to mourn the death of a loved one who has suffered with AD, but the loss of the vital relationship i
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Mary thanks for your kind words. My wife has entered a new phase of not taking her meds., she will put the pills in her mouth, then goes to the sink to spit them out. She also has glaucoma and its a real struggle to get her to do the required eye drops. What is difficult for me is my left arm is 50% paralyzed and my right is 25% paralyzed from previous strokes. My mobility is ok with the use of a cane, but I manage. My wife is ok most of the day, but early morning and late at night are stressful. I manage to get through the day like I have gotten through my illnesses, one step at a time. Everyone says give your problems to God, well I don't think God interfers in these matters. I see people suffering as much or more than we are, thats life. I wish those folks that are religious or think they are, would step back. Its easy to preach about something, when you haven't experienced it. Alzheimer's doesn't fit a mold and all the advice, religious or otherwise, really is insulting. If family and friends want to help, don't talk, listen and quit giving advice. We who are on the frontline in this fight need real help, not your self egrandizing patronization. For those of you that are suffering, I feel and share your pain, God will help your spirit, he may even help you and your loved ones physically. Don't give up hope, think of Job and his uninvited travelles. Keep your faith.
Frank, I know what you mean about not telling family. Stick to your guns. You are there, they are not, and your agenda is not theirs. I think no two paths are the same. I supervised my mother's care in assisted living for years. but I always knew I wanted her at home rather than in a nursing home. She has been with us for a year and a half now, and won't be here much longer -- her life is winding down. I wasn't sure we could do it but we have, and I am so much richer for it. And the family naysayaers never stopped giving their unwanted and ultimately irrelevant advice. I have learned to keep my mouth shut and be grateful that I have had this amazing journey with my mother -- not all of it wonderful, of course -- and live and let live as far as the distant family members are concerned.
Joan, there is a saying in my support group that goes, "If you know one person with Alzheimer's, then you know one person with Alzheimer's." NOT every person with AD will rage and need to go on serious psych meds. NOT every person with AD will fall a lot around the house. NOT every person with AD will wander. And the list goes on and on. Whereas ALL people with AD share MANY common symptoms in early and moderate stages, NOT ALL people with AD have identical symptoms. My advice is that you definitely need to get yourself into a good support group, hopefully one that meets weekly and is just for spouses. Same with websites. This website is great but many who read and post here are dealing with parents, grandparents, and people other than their spouse. You should be in touch with others also dealing only with their spouse. You should also check out sites that are designed solely for spouses of people with AD,sites like www.thealzheimerspouse.com where you will be able to engage in online discussions and read lots of informative material posted solely by those who have a spouse with AD.
This is for Mark and others with someone who is still driving with AD.I have a husband who is dealing with the same situation. Not wanting to give up his last form of independence. I printed out the article:"Alzheimer's When to Stop Driving" & went over it with him. He agreed to be my navagator now. But I have also been assured by his dr. that he would also be instrumental in having his license revoked if it was necessary. Also, tranquilizers will aliviate agressiveness. Just get a good dr who understands dementia.
The more posts I read the more I want to help each one of you and your unique situation. I have tons of experience and lots of patience. I think I am going to start a site or chat room where I can try and help. I worked two jobs and still took care of my grandparents before they passed. I know what it is like and take care of questions answers and residents in an assited living everyday. I am off today and have a memorial I am going to. This is the start of a new found thing I think I will help with for you guys! I have access to a RN also for any questions I don't know myself. I will see you all soon!
~Joan: Your husband wanders here is a tip if you would like it. Take every door and window in the house and put a wireless alarm on them. Set up your house as if you had a toddler who gets into everything. It will make your bathroom breaks a ton easier. Its for safety for you and for him. It has nothing to do with being adults and he is not a child but it has everything to do with safety and making sure he is safe. You dont want to one day see him on the news as a missing person because he wandered. It will be hard at first to get use to it.. but in time you will feel a sense of relief knowing you can get up and make something to eat without freaking out when hes not in his chair or not in the bed and you cant find him. That is the worst fear you have, control it and help yourself out with a little bit less stress on your hands. I hope this helps.
~Norma- don't feel guilty at all! You need to realize you are not superwoman and you are doing what is best for your mom and for you! There is nothing to feel guilty about having someone come in and take care of her. Its prob. even a good change for your mom she may need a break from you and someone who will listen and talk to her when she wants to tell the stories you already heard 50 billion times. it gives them a break from you too.. so don't feel one ounce of guilt. I respect the choice you made and agree with you whole heartedly! Kudos to you! Some people dont do that is that is the number one problem with family taking care of their family members.. abuse because they can not care properly for their family and they are in denial about what is going on. they are stubborn and cant see what is good for both the family and themselves. You did and I applaud you very much. No one will look at you like you failed! You didn't. You are doing what is best. Thank you for being a wonderful daughter!!
I would like to first let everyone know I am a caregiver for 52 residents in a memory care facility. Nothing is harder then knowing there is nothing you can do but love and support your family member. Family members who have any type of dementia are on a daily roller coaster with some good seconds and some bad seconds. Remember they are just as frustrated with what is going on with them as you are. Try to keep them in their happy memory no matter how crazy that seams if they start talking about something that happened years ago it was memorable to them and it's something they can actually remember. Go with it.. talk about it and hear some fantastic stories. Don't try to tell them they are wrong even if they are. It matters to them so be there for them. Keep an open mind their memory is shrinking and plaque is building up on the nerves in their brain(metaphor). It is a slow process. One day they remember who you are the next they are scared. Tell them you are just a friend and the person they are waiting for will be back in a few hours to pick them up then redirect them try and get them doing something they love! When they were little what did they love to do? I love what I do and every person counts. Every Family is my extended family and I treat everyone the way I would like to be treated. You are not alone! There are millions of people in the world who are just as angry and frustrated just remember how would you feel if every 5 mins or every hour you had forgot something?
Joan: There are AD patients who do not get combative. My sister-in-law was always very docile. I don't know what my husband will be like. He started Alz about 3 to 4 years ago. Memory is much worse and he has a tough time communicating but otherwise is very easy-going. I can still leave him alone for two or three hours and that is a blessing. Doesn't wander. Things can change from one day to another. Motto is Live For the Day. You can't prepare yourself for what may come.
Leeza...your experience with your Mother was identical to my wife & her Mother,in 1995. Today, Joan is afflicted...I am pretty much "it" as caregiver... have an aide 10 hours a week...kids nowhere close...friends have died. I had a severe burnout for two days, but the love of a 60 year marriage pulled me back together. She has also become physically challenged... in a wheelchair...We have a wonderful son who is my rock, and an online support group of friends. They give me strength and love.
My mom was diagnosed with dementia about two years ago, though she was showing signs before that. I have four sisters and we have struggled tremendously with my mom's illness. My mom feared this disease and she has never been accepting of care. Initially my sisters and I attempted to care for her in her home, though not very successfully. About 7 months ago the decision was made to move my mom into my home, to live with my husband and I and our two daughters. My daughters, both teenagers, were better than any medication a Dr. could prescribe. I couldn't have done it without them. I believe that God gave us a gift by allowing us to have that time with my mom. It was difficult, by my mom taught us so much about coming together in times of hardship, supporting one another, and putting your own needs aside to care for someone who cannot care for themselves. Recently we placed my mom in a care facility. Without a doubt I question every day that I did all I could, but my mom's disease has progressed rapidly and I knew she needed more care then we could provide. My mission is to pay it forward and somehow help other families in need who are going through this same crises. My background is in education and counseling and I am also a fitness professional. I believe that physical and emotional health are critical to care effectively for loved ones with this disease, as well as help and support from others.
It is extremely important for caregivers to take care of themselves and to give themselves time away, even if it is dinner and a movie or a weekend trip. I have been taking care of my father-in-law whose has been diagnosed with AD currently stage 5. Most days just flow, however I can tell when I am needing a break. I am a person with great patience and yet this disease challenges me on a regular basis. Prior to becoming a fulltime caregiver I was seldom sick. I always viewed it as a mom thing because moms have to keep going when they are sick. Now I have experienced illness' that do not allow me to keep going. I am forced to lie down and allow the illness to take it's tole. I have also experienced depression for the first time in my life and the only thing I can relate it to is the caregiving. I have made the decision to go back to work for my own wellness and will be utitlizing a caregiver that comes to our home for as long as he is able to stay in our home. I do realize that working full time may add a whole new level of stress to this situation but I do feel this is the right thing to do for myself. Now I will have to deal with the guilt that is going to come along with this decision.
All of this scares me. We are about five years into this journey with Alzheimer;s, and my husband is even sweeter than ever we sit in front of the T.V. and hold hands a lot of the time. Yet, I can't leave him alone because he has a tendency to wander. I really don't mind too much. I know it will get worse, I plan to join a support group soon, but sometimes I think I would be better off not knowing what is in store. I have bee told that not all A. patients become combative. Is this true?
Dealt with Alz. for 4 yrs and tried to keep struggling along. Spouse was very argumentive and there doesn't seem to be many comments on tv documentaries or in newsletters re: the anger. It was the toughest challenge and I don't think any of us are a match for the disease. Not too many others were willing to take him even for a few hours. He has since passed and I still wish so profoundly it could have been easier for him and me. It was a difficult maze to navigate but I gave it my best shot which wasn't enough. I read "somewhere" that if one feels guilt, it was because we cared but couldn't fix it. One thing I feel is paramount: if a loved one needs to be placed, they should be with those who are in the same stages. This seems to be non-existent. Try hard to keep your own health. Caregivers take a heavy hit and eventually get ill themselves.
What a fantastic article.
I cared for my husband at home for the 15 yrs he had AD, with the help of my son who gave up his life to assist 24 hrs a day, 7 days a wk, also 6 yrs in an adult daycare center while I kept working, and finally 14 months in home hospice with some occasional hourly help from a caregiving agency. We just kept "readjusting to the readjustments" and patched things together accordingly. My husband died two months ago, peacefully, without pain, without agitation, without medication, without infections, without skin breakdown, in his own bedroom, surrounded by his children. Our prayer was for our own strength and courage and for my husband to have a peaceful death. God answered our prayer. In looking back, I would advise those caregivers just beginning their journey to educate themselves. If you are reading this blog, you can google the Reisberg scale to find out what you will be dealing with and a rough timeline. Knowledge is power. Keep a journal of all the funny things that happen along the way---my son and I still chuckle over some of the amusing things that were said and done. Each person has his own unique story. That's life.
Understanding that I have limits and not feeling guilty, is not easy. I realize it's time for me to reach out but it's so hard. The quote from Laura Bush, is important. This was a wonderful article.
I need help. I cannot hanle my spouse alzheimers.
Is there anyone on line you can talk you as a caregiver??
My mom was in an assisted living apt. for 3 years, and has been in a group home for persons with Alzheimer's Disease for over 2 years. I visit once or twice a week, but the visits are not very meaningful for either of us anymore. Mom knows me but interacts very little; this causes me to feel that visiting Mom is a lot like not visiting Mom. Today after seeing her and having a meeting with the social service agency which pays for some of her room, board and rent, I am so profoundly sad, depressed really. I have gone through what other posters have mentioned -- arguing with Mom, out-of-state relatives offering entirely useless suggestions, choosing places for her to live, making all financial arrangements, selling things off, etc. One of the things that makes me so sad is just the idea that we often outlive our brains and abilities. It's got to be an awful way to live, and it scares the hell out of me to think this will probably happen to me, too.
I understand Leeza's point, but I think she is wrong about "knowing that your effort will be enough." There are many times when my efforts with my Mom are not enough. They are the best I can do, but sometimes they fall short of what I need, or what Mom needs. I feel that the caregiver must remain optimistic, but not delusional. The cold fact is that my Mom will not get better. She will have some days that are better than others, but the Mom I knew for 80 years is just not there anymore. If I cannot deal with this, I need to have someone else care for her. I have had to understand that I can no longer reason with my Mom on things. I presented a well thought out summary of why, at age 84 with macular degeneration, she needs to cease driving. At the end of my words, she said basically that she owns her car, she has a driver's license, and she ought to be able to drive. She asked me whether I believed there are other people out there driving who should not be? I said of course, but that she needs to not drive. It then digressed into an argument. I think each caregiver can learn from all the information available, but that each situation is unique. Each caregiver must have realistic expectations; without that, a caregiver will be perpetually disappointed. Anyway, that is my 2 cents worth from Snellville, GA.
The first two things are easy, but the receiving is hard. My family helps by giving me ultimatums, pressuring me, suggesting things I have already tried. Their help usually exaserbates my anxiety and does little in the way of helping me or my wife. Their answer to everything is a nursing home, liquidating my assets, and moving. I'm faced with my wife's mild violence and confusion late at night and early in the morning, but the rest of the day is she is confused, but peaceful. I don't feel I can share anything, because the minute I do I get blown over by unbridled pressure to do what they want, not what's best for us. I'd rather suffer in silence.
I watched the Larry King Special but did'nt learn anything I really didn't know. Nothing mentioned about Caregivers from Agencies outside the home and the final decision of a Nursing Home and how hard that is when the time comes.
Yes, Mary, there are support groups for us. The Alzheimer's Association, I think there is a chapter in every state, offers support groups. I belong to one. It's very helpful knowing that I am not alone in my struggles. 800-272-3900 is the Alzheimer's Assn. 24/7 helpline.
My husband has Parkinson's dementia and is in a nursing home, due to my inability to physically or emotionally care for him. But I try to spend as much time as I can with him, partly for his benefit and to be some small help to the nursing home staff. As you all know, his personality has changed drastically. Very demanding, needy, sad, defiant, paranoid, etc. Since I'm now in complete charge of all home responsibilities as well as the things that he used to take care of, I'm struggling with finding the time to do everything effectively. One of the things I'm trying to do is to rid myself of most of my material entrapments. I know that I no longer have time for most of the things that I used to do; sewing, crafts, gardening, reading, etc. So to simplify my life and my space, I'm just disposing of a lot of those things. And you know what? It feels good! Life gets too full and complicated anyway.
I can really relate to Mary's comment. My father is very defiant and does not believe he has Alzheimer's. I too have been advised to take better care of myself (I laughed out loud when reading about gastrointestinal/sleep problems). How can you support, love and nourish a family member with this disease without it becoming your world?
I have become so frustrated and exhausted from dealing with a defiant mother with early stages of Alzheimer's. When I read this, I first took those 10 deep breaths. I immediately felt calmer. I need to work on being more of an Optimist and realize and accept I must take care of myself in order to re-energize. I wonder if there are any Alzheimer's caregiver's support groups?
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For example in this not particularly high quality quick screencast you can see a terrible shot landing outside the green, but then an animal pops up and heads it into the hole.
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It has been complex putting all this together, but thus far I've got two of the eight possible holes completed.
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The mad groundskeeper can appear and rescue a poor shot
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'Hole in One' animation - large words on screen - appears when you are successful. This is a test image also showing the groundskeeper zooming across the screen. I might try and keep this in too.
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It is taking a long time to develop but this is because I'm determined to make it top quality
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My son LOVES this one & the screenshots to Fire the Teacher- Can't Wait!
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I've actually squeezed in some additional work on Hole in One this evening - see these additional screenshots. It is taking its time but I'm pleased with the way this game is developing. The additional 'comedy' animals and other helpers who assist poor shots into the hole make it much more random and fun. At least that is the aim!
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The game still works in the way the existing demos have illustrated but I believe all these added extras will make the whole thing particularly appealing to students. As soon as I've finished the scripting for each of the holes I'll put together a demo to show the latest progress.
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There has been plenty of discussion about the anti-piracy bills (e-retailers take a stand ) before Congress, the Stop Online Privacy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA). But I've not seen anyone make a point I think is crucial for online retailers: It's not just what the act will allow law enforcement agencies to do, but how the law might encourage lawyers for big movie studies and music labels to act.
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HPS206 - Psychology in the Criminal Justice System
Unit details
Year | 2015 unit information |
Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) Trimester 3: CBD*, Cloud (online) |
Credit point(s): | 1 |
EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
Unit chair: | Belinda Guadagno |
Prerequisite: | Nil |
Corequisite: | Nil |
Incompatible with: | Nil |
Contact hours: | Trimester 2 Campus: 1 x 1 hour cloud class per week, 1 x 2 hour seminar per fortnight. Trimester 3: Cloud (online): 1 x 1 hour cloud (online) seminar per fortnight |
Note:*CBD refers to Institute of Koorie Education – Community Based Delivery This unit may not be included as a part of a 10 point accredited major sequence in psychology (as required for application for further study in psychology). |
This unit provides students with an overview of how psychology informs and assists the criminal justice system. It also provides students with an understanding of the various applied roles that psychologists play within the criminal justice system.
The unit is divided into three parts.
The first part covers psychological explanation of crime, including (a) an overview of the Australian legal system (b) theories of offending and their applications, and (c) why people commit theft, violent and sexual crimes.
The second part describes the role that psychology plays in the investigative stage, including (a) the role of interviewing in investigation, (b) eyewitness testimony, and (c) the role of deception.
The third part provides an overview of the role that psychology plays in the courtroom and discusses (a) psychological research into juries and (b) the role of psychologists as expert witnesses.
Assessment task 1: Examination (1.5 hours) 50%
Assessment task 2: Assignment (1500 words) 30%
Assessment task 3: 2 self-directed learning exercises (750 words each 10%) 20%
Prescribed texts
Kapardis, A. (2014). Psychology and Law (4th edition). Port Melbourne, Australia: Cambridge University Press.
In addition to the prescribed text, online readings will be provided on CloudDeakin.
Unit Fee Information
Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
$769 | $769 | $2847 | $3039 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
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