text:
Choosing a course is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make! View our courses and see what our students and lecturers have to say about the courses you are interested in at the links below.
University Life
University Life
Each year more than 4,000 choose NUI Galway as their University of choice. Find out what life at NUI Galway is all about here.
About NUI Galway
About NUI Galway
Since 1845, NUI Galway has been sharing the highest quality teaching and research with Ireland and the world. Find out what makes our University so special – from our distinguished history to the latest news and campus developments.
Colleges & Schools
Colleges & Schools
NUI Galway has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top quality teaching across a rang of key areas of expertise.
NUI Galway's vibrant research community take on some of the most pressing challenges of our times.
Business & Industry
Guiding Breakthrough Research at NUI Galway
We explore and facilitate commercial opportunities for the research community at NUI Galway, as well as facilitating industry partnership.
Alumni, Friends & Supporters
Alumni, Friends & Supporters
There are over 90,000 NUI Galway graduates Worldwide, connect with us and tap into the online community.
Community Engagement
Community Engagement
At NUI Galway, we believe that the best learning takes place when you apply what you learn in a real world context. That's why many of our courses include work placements or community projects.
News Archive
An Taoiseach Congratulates Alumni at NUI Galway Gala
Monday, 5 March 2012
A celebration of the achievements of NUI Galway's alumni took place in the Bailey Allen Hall on campus Saturday night with special guest An Taoiseach Enda Kenny TD. Over 450 people gathered for the 12th Annual Gala Banquet, a glamorous occasion hosted by RTÉ's Deputy Director of TV Programmes, Mairéad Ní Nuadháin. Among the guests were alumni, staff, students and friends of the University. The feature of the night was the presentation of the Annual Alumni Awards to: Máire Whelan, Attorney General of Ireland, who received the Bank of Ireland Award for Business, Public Policy and Law Gerry Kilcommins, VP Global Vascular Operations & General Manager Medtronic Galway and past President American Chamber of Commerce, Ireland who received the Bank of Ireland Award for Engineering and Informatics Professor Fergal O'Gara, Chair of Microbiology UCC who received the Aramark Alumni Award for Science Marie Mullen - actress, Druid Theatre Company co-founder who received the AIB Award for Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies Professor Tim O'Brien, Director, Gait Laboratory & Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Central Remedial Clinic who received the Medtronic Award for Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences Peadar Mac An Iomaire, Iar-Phríomhfheidhmeannach, Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, NUI Galway who received the Duais Hewlett Packard don Gaeilge Special guest on the night An Taoiseach and former NUI Galway student, Enda Kenny TD, said: "The people we honour here this evening have made remarkable and diverse contributions to Irish life, which rightly deserve to be. In honouring those six distinguished graduates this evening, we highlight not only their achievements, we also take the opportunity to recognise the contribution, and indeed the calibre, of Irish graduates generally. "Since its establishment well over a century and half ago, NUI Galway has always aimed to be one of Ireland's foremost centres of academic excellence. Since spending time as a student on this campus in the 1970s, I have seen NUI Galway, and indeed the surrounding city, grow and develop continually. In particular the transformation that has taken place over the last decade has been remarkable. The campus now offers the best of facilities for teaching and research and a wealth of modern amenities for students." An Taoiseach added: "In diverse ways our Alumni Award winners have helped to shape Irish society and culture, broken new boundaries of knowledge and forged new industries and enterprises. In the arts and culture, in business, governance and industry, and in the sciences - they are the social leaders, who continue to build our future. They serve as an inspiration to the next generation of emerging students - and they too will bring their talents and ingenuity to Irish society and enterprise in new and creative ways. I congratulate tonight's honourees and all involved in this event." Entertainment for the Gala was provided by internationally renowned Donegal singer Moya Brennan, formerly of Clannad fame. Moya performed with her daughter Aisling before she embarks on a US tour, and delighted the audience with a mixture of old Clannad favourites and new compositions from her latest live album Heartstrings. Addressing the assembled guests, NUI Galway President, Dr Jim Browne said: "The people we honour tonight have made a difference. They have distinguished themselves as individuals and in doing so they add lustre to the reputation of NUI Galway." The Annual Alumni Awards celebrate the life-long value of an NUI Galway education and recognise individual achievements among the University's more than 80,000 graduates worldwide. ENDS Déanann an Taoiseach comhghairdeas le Alumni ag Mórfhéasta OÉ Gaillimh Dé Luain, 5 Márta 2012: Bhí ceiliúradh ar éachtaí alumni OÉ Gaillimh ar siúl i Halla Bailey Allen ar an gcampas oíche Dé Sathairn agus bhí an Taoiseach Enda Kenny mar aoi speisialta ag an ócáid. Bhí os cionn 450 duine bailithe don 12ú Mórfhéasta Bliantúil, ócáid ghalánta agus Mairéad Ní Nuadháin, Leas-Stiúrthóir na gClár Teilifíse in RTÉ, mar bhean an tí. I láthair ag an ócáid bhí alumni, comhaltaí foirne, mic léinn agus cairde na hOllscoile. Ba é bronnadh Dhuaiseanna Bliantúla Alumni ar na daoine seo a leanas buaicphointe na hoíche: Maire Whelan, Ard-Aighne na hÉireann, ar bronnadh Duais Bhanc na hÉireann don Ghnó, an Beartas Poiblí agus an Dlí uirthi Gerry Kilcommins, Leas-Uachtarán Global Vascular Operations & Bainisteoir Ginearálta Medtronic na Gaillimhe agus iar-Uachtarán ar Chumann Tráchtála Mheiriceá in Éirinn ar bronnadh Duais Bhanc na hÉireann don Innealtóireacht agus don Ionformaitic air An tOllamh Fergal O'Gara, Ollúnacht le Micribhitheolaíocht, UCC ar bronnadh Duais Alumni Aramark don Eolaíocht air Marie Mullen – aisteoir, comhbhunaitheoir Chomplacht Amharclannaíochta an Druid ar bronnadh Duais AIB do na Dána, na hEolaíochtaí Sóisialta agus an Léann Ceilteach uirthi An tOllamh Tim O'Brien, Stiúrthóir, Saotharlann Choisíochta & Máinlia Comhairleach Ortaipéidice, an Clinic Lárnach Íocshláinteach ar bronnadh Duais Medtronic don Leigheas, an tAltranas agus na hEolaíochtaí Sláinte air Peadar Mac An Iomaire, Iar-Phríomhfheidhmeannach, Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, OÉ Gaillimh ar bronnadh Duais Hewlett Packard don Ghaeilge air Dúirt aoi speisialta na hoíche, an Taoiseach agus iarmhac léinn OÉ Gaillimh, Enda Kenny: "Tá éachtaí suntasacha agus éagsúla i saol na hÉireann déanta ag na daoine a bhfuil duaiseanna á mbronnadh orthu anseo anocht, agus tá na duaiseanna seo tuillte go maith acu. Agus muid ag tabhairt aitheantais don seisear céimithe den scoth seo anocht, tarraingímid aird, ní hamháin ar a gcuid éachtaí, ach aithnímid chomh maith an obair, agus leibhéal ard na hoibre go deimhin, a bhíonn ar siúl ag céimithe Éireannacha go ginearálta. "Ó bunaíodh OÉ Gaillimh go maith os cionn 150 bliain ó shin, tá sé mar aidhm ag an Ollscoil a bheith ar cheann de phríomhionaid feabhais acadúil na hÉireann. Ón uair a chaith mé féin seal anseo mar mhac léinn sna 1970í, tá fás agus forbairt feicthe agam ag teacht ar OÉ Gaillimh, agus go deimhin ar an gcathair máguaird. Is cinnte gur díol suntais é go háirithe an t-athrú atá tarlaithe le deich mbliana anuas. Tá na háiseanna is fearr ar fáil ar an gcampas ó thaobh an teagaisc agus an taighde de agus tá réimse iontach áiseanna nua-aimseartha ar fáil do mhic léinn." Dúirt an Taoiseach chomh maith: "Ar bhealaí éagsúla chabhraigh buaiteoirí na nGradam Alumni linn cruth a chur ar shochaí agus ar chultúr na hÉireann, bhris siad teorainneacha an eolais agus chruthaigh siad tionscail agus fiontair nua. Sna healaíona agus sa chultúr, sa ghnó, sa rialachas agus sa tionscal, agus sna heolaíochtaí – is ceannairí sóisialta iad, atá ag cur de shíor lenár dtodhchaí. Is cúis inspioráide iad don chéad ghlúin eile de mhic léinn – agus úsáidfidh siadsan chomh maith a gcuid buanna agus a stuaim ar mhaithe le sochaí agus le fiontar na hÉireann ar bhealaí nua agus cruthaitheacha. Déanaim comhghairdeas le buaiteoirí na hoíche anocht agus le gach duine a bhí páirteach san ócáid seo." Is í an t-amhránaí as Dún na nGall a bhfuil cáil dhomhanda uirthi, Moya Brennan, a chuir ceol ar fáil don Mhórfhéasta. Bhíodh Moya mar bhall den ghrúpa Clannad. Chas Moya in éineacht lena hiníon Aisling, sular imigh sí ar a camchuairt go Meiriceá, agus chas sí meascán de na hamhráin a bhíodh aici le Clannad agus amhráin nua óna halbam beo Heartstrings. Agus é ag labhairt leis an slua a bhí i láthair dúirt an Dr Jim Browne, Uachtarán OÉ Gaillimh: "Tá difríocht déanta ag na daoine seo atá ag fáil duaiseanna anocht. Tá éachtaí déanta acu agus cuireann siad go mór le cáil OÉ Gaillimh." Deis iad na Duaiseanna Bliantúla Alumni le ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar luach fadsaoil an oideachais a chuirtear ar fáil in OÉ Gaillimh mar aon le haitheantas a thabhairt d'éachtaí cuid den 80,000 céimí de chuid na hOllscoile seo atá anois lonnaithe fud fad na cruinne. CRÍOCH
>> Read full story about An Taoiseach Congratulates Alumni at NUI Galway Gala
New Medical Orchestra to Headline Arts in Action Finale at NUI Galway
Monday, 5 March 2012
NUI Galway, in conjunction with Coláiste Iognáid is delighted to announce the final concert of the Arts in Action concert series on Thursday, 22 March in the Bailey Allen Hall, with a special performance by the newly formed University Medical Orchestra. The Medical Orchestra, which was formed in January 2011, has given a series of performances since its inception with an original programme of work arranged by the orchestra's musical director Carl Hession (music teacher in Coláiste Iognáid). The orchestra is made up of young medical students, some of whom are past pupils of the Jes, as well as some senior lecturers and a choir of Malaysian students. The programme for the finale concert, which is a fundraising event for the local Jesuit Secondary School Building Fund (Coláiste Iognáid), will have a strong emphasis on traditional works with special guests Dr Seamus McGuire on violin, Cois Cladaigh Choir with director Brendan O Connor, singer's Lillis O Laoire and Mary Mc Partlan and the TG4 Young Musician of the ear and NUI Galway student, piper Pádraig Keane. A choral ensemble from the Jes Secondary school will also perform. Speaking in advance of the fundraising event, Mary McPartlan, Director of Arts in Action programme, NUI Galway, said: "Both Arts in Action and the Medical Orchestra bring very new and important dimensions and opportunities for the students at NUI Galway to engage with the creative arts, including access to academic modules where they can experience the creative arts process at a deeper level and obtain credits in first and second year programmes. We are really looking forward to this performance, the students have really worked hard with musical director Carl Hession to bring a different programme of music. We are delighted to honour the Jesuit Secondary School with the proceeds from this concert." Arts in Action concerts are free for the students at the University but this once off event will have an admission of €15 for the general public. Students will need ID on the night to gain admission. The Arts in Action concert is at the Bailey Allen Hall on Thursday, 22 March at 8pm. Tickets can be obtained from the Jesuit School office or on the door on the night of the concert. All are most welcome. For ticket sales and further Information please contact: Mary Mc Partlan NUI Galway: 087 2206629 or Catherine Hickey, Deputy Principal, Coláiste Iognáid, Galway 091-501550/ 501564. Tickets can also be purchased directly from the Secretary office, Coláiste Iognáid. ENDS
>> Read full story about New Medical Orchestra to Headline Arts in Action Finale at NUI Galway
NUI Galway Sports Technology Talk to Focus on Fitness
Tuesday, 6 March 2012
The last talk in the NUI Galway public talk series on Sports Technology will take place on Tuesday, 13 March, at 6pm. Entitled Fitness, There Is An App For That, the talk will be delivered by Ted Vickey, PhD researcher at the Digital Enterprise Research Institute (DERI) and former Executive Director of the White House Athletic Center in Washington DC. The talk will focus on the use of widely available mobile fitness apps and how people from around the world are using such apps to increase exercise motivation, share workouts on Facebook and Twitter and how using such apps can make a difference in decreasing global obesity. Ted Vickey holds a Bachelor in Exercise and Sport Science degree from Penn State and a Masters of International Business from the University of Limerick. In addition to his academic work, Ted is President of FitWell LLC, a global fitness and wellness consulting company and has served as the Executive Director of the White House Athletic Center, serving the staff of the Executive Office of the President for eleven years under the Bush, Clinton and Bush administrations. He is the Nominations Chair for the Board of Directors for the American Council on Exercise and has worked at the past three British Open golf tournaments for ESPN/ABC. He is the current Chair of the Industry Advisory Board for NUI Galway's BE in Sports and Exercise Engineering. The free public talk will take place in room 3035 of the Engineering Building at NUI Galway. The series of Sports Technology talks is being organised as part of NUI Galway's degree programme in Sports & Exercise Engineering, whose students are being educated to design the next generation of sports and exercise systems and devices. For more information on the Sports Technology talks, which are supported by Engineers Ireland (West) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, visit www.ExerciseEngineering.com or call 091 492728. -ENDS-
>> Read full story about NUI Galway Sports Technology Talk to Focus on Fitness
NUI Galway Students Partner with Croí to Raise Blood Pressure Awareness
Tuesday, 6 March 2012
NUI Galway second-year Biomedical Science students recently organised a public blood pressure screening clinic. Organised in partnership with Croí, the West of Ireland Cardiac Foundation, the students, as part of the Community Knowledge Initiative (CKI) module, were raising awareness of the importance of elevated blood pressure (hypertension) as a risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease, which is the single greatest cause of premature death in Irish adults. The clinic saw over 150 NUI Galway staff and students attend a free clinic on campus to have their blood pressure measured by trained students under the supervision of Dr Gerard Flaherty and members of the Croí MyAction clinical team. Where elevated blood pressure readings were observed, individuals were given specific advice by a Croí clinical team member according to their standard screening protocols as well as written information about blood pressure control. Those attending the clinic were inspired by the guest attendance of Paul Hession, double Olympic Athlete and NUI Galway medical student. At the clinic Paul highlighted the importance of an active lifestyle and heart healthy diet, and keeping fit to maintaining a long and healthy life. Throughout the CKI ten-week module, students learned about the causes and effects of high blood pressure and were instructed in the accurate measurement of blood pressure with Croí sharing their expertise in blood pressure screening protocols. This module was completed under the supervision of Dr Gerard Flaherty, Senior Lecturer in Clinical Medicine and Medical Education at NUI Galway. Speaking at the day-long event, Dr Flaherty highlighted the importance of student learning with the community: "This kind of engagement is key to the skills and attitude development of our students. The collaboration with Croí has been a very fruitful partnership and we look forward to continuing our work with this flagship organisation in the west of Ireland." This module is run under NUI Galway's CKI which fosters community university partnerships which aim to promote the principles and practices of civic engagement and democracy. For further information on community engagement at NUI Galway see www.nuigalway.ie/cki -ENDS-
>> Read full story about NUI Galway Students Partner with Croí to Raise Blood Pressure Awareness
NUI Galway Announce the Launch of First Women's Network
Thursday, 8 March 2012
A new University Women's Network will be launched within NUI Galway on Friday, 9 March 2012 in the The View, Áras na Mac Léinn. The network seeks to support professional development and networking among its members towards achieving individual career goals and contributing to the development of vibrant research, teaching and supporting service communities. Renowned author and researcher Professor Susan Vinnicombe (OBE) will deliver the keynote address at the launch. Recognised for her work on women's leadership styles, and the issues involved in women developing their managerial careers, her keynote address will focus on the 'Benefits of Networking in the University'. Commenting on the launch of the Women's Network, Professor Vinnicombe said that "Womens networks are increasingly seen as a legitimate work activity as well as a career development tool." Susan is Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Diversity Management, Director of the Leadership and Organisation Development Community, and Director of the International Centre for Women Leaders, Cranfield University, UK. Her research centre is unique in Europe with its focus on women leaders and the annual Female FTSE Report is regarded as the premier research resource on women directors in the UK. Professor Vinnicombe has written ten books and over one hundred articles, reports and conference papers. Her book, Women on Corporate Boards of Directors – International Research and Practice (with R. Burke, D. Bilimoria, M. Husen and V. Singh published by Edward Elgar) was published in 2009. The book reviews the position of women on corporate boards in the USA, Canada, UK, France, New Zealand, Australia, Norway, Iceland and Spain. Her new book, Handbook of Research on Promoting Women's Careers, (co-authored with R. Burke and L. Moore) will be published in March 2012. Susan has consulted for organisations in over twenty countries on how best to attract, retain and develop women executives. She has advised the government in the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Finland and Spain on how to increase the number of women on their corporate boards. Susan was awarded an OBE for her Services to Diversity in the Queen's New Year's Honour List in 2005. The chair of the Women's Network, Professor Kathy Murphy, School of Nursing and Midwifery, NUI Galway commented: "We are very excited about the Launch of the Women's Network. The Network will provide a forum to discuss debate and propose solutions to some of the issues that impact on the professional development and career progression of women. The network will seek to promote a better gender balance in leadership positions in both academic and administration communities in the University, through various mechanisms including networking opportunities, relevant seminars, and mentoring." The Women's Network and launch event provides an excellent opportunity for the women and individuals interested in women's issues, to meet with other women and leaders in the University. All categories of staff are welcome to join the Network. The launch will take place on Friday, 9 March in The View, Áras na Mac Léinn from 12.30 – 14.00. Ends
>> Read full story about NUI Galway Announce the Launch of First Women's Network
NUI Galway Reunion for Class of 1962
Thursday, 8 March 2012
NUI Galway will celebrate the 50th anniversary reunion for those conferred with degrees in 1962 from the NUI Galway or UCG as it was then known. The reunion will take place on Saturday, 21 April. As well as the Class of 1962, those who graduated prior to 1962 will be welcomed back to their alma mater to celebrate this special milestone. The reunion programme includes a bus tour of a vastly changed campus, a presentation of Cumann Caoga Bliain (50 Year Club) commemorative certificates by NUI Galway President, Dr Jim Browne, and a reunion dinner in the Meyrick Hotel (formerly the Great Southern Hotel). Colm O'Dwyer of the Alumni Office encourages graduates to come along: "This reunion is a perfect opportunity to take a walk down memory lane, renew old acquaintances and see how the University has developed over the years. I'd encourage everyone from the Class of 1962 to get out their address books and call around." For a detailed schedule of events or to book tickets please contact Máire Aherne in the Alumni Office on 091 492721 or email email@example.com. -ENDS-
>> Read full story about NUI Galway Reunion for Class of 1962
NUI Galway to Hold CAO Information Evening in Ennis
Monday, 12 March 2012
Secondary school students interested in NUI Galway are invited to a CAO Information Evening in Ennis on Thursday, 22 March. Parents and guardians are also particularly welcome to the event which runs from 7 to 9pm in the The Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis, Co. Clare. The evening will begin with a short presentation on college and student life at NUI Galway and will focus on some of the 60 courses the University offers. There will be a number of career talks focusing on different employment options available to students on completion of their studies. These will include talks on Arts, Science, Business and Law, Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences. Afterwards, current students and NUI Galway staff will be on hand at information stands to answer any individual questions in relation to courses offered by the University and about practical issues like accommodation, fees and scholarships, and the wide range of support services available to our students. The ever-increasing popularity of NUI Galway is in part due to a suite of innovative new programmes, developed in response to the changing needs of the employment market, including an Energy Engineering degree and a Maths and Education degree aimed at training Maths teachers. "NUI Galway has a great deal to offer. Our own students tell us our lecturers are inspirational and challenge them to achieve their full potential. The student experience in Galway is second to none, and we want to bring a taste of that to Co. Clare, while also providing all the practical information on accommodation, CAO points, fees, scholarships and courses. With so many courses on offer, this event in Ennis is a perfect opportunity to meet current students and our lecturers to see what degree might be the right fit", says Caroline Loughnane, Director of Marketing and Communications at NUI Galway. To find out more about the CAO Information Evening in Ennis, contact NUI Galway's Schools Liaison Office, Celine O'Donovan, Schools Liaison Office on 087 2391219 or firstname.lastname@example.com. -ENDS-
>> Read full story about NUI Galway to Hold CAO Information Evening in Ennis
NUI Galway Neuroscientists Participate in Brain Awareness Week
Tuesday, 13 March 2012
As part of 'Brain Awareness Week' which took place globally last week, staff and students of NUI Galway's Neuroscience Cluster organised a public information exhibit in the Galway City Museum. The exhibition saw many members of the public and local schools visiting to learn more about how the brain and nervous system work. The exhibit consisted of interactive stations where visitors could learn more about the nervous system in a hands-on way, including tests of hand-eye coordination, visual perception, left/right handedness, creativity and many others. Visitors also had the opportunity to learn more about the brain and about brain disorders, with the aid of information posters prepared by the staff and postgraduate students of NUI Galway's Neuroscience Cluster, which is part of the National Centre for Biomedical Engineering Science (NCBES). Dr John Lynch, Neurology Department, Galway University Hospital, delivered a short talk on the brain to secondary school students, while Dr David Finn, Pharmacology and Centre for Pain Research at NUI Galway, gave a presentation on pain and its treatment. Neuroscientists have the daunting task of deciphering the mystery of the very complex machine that is the brain: how as many as 100 billion nerve cells are produced, grow, and organise themselves into effective, functionally active systems that ordinarily remain in working order throughout a person's lifetime. The more than 1,000 disorders of the brain and nervous system result in more hospitalisations than any other disease group, including heart disease and cancer. Approximately 180 million Europeans are thought to suffer from a brain disorder, at a total cost of almost €800 billion per annum. Ongoing research within NUI Galway's Neuroscience Cluster aims to advance understanding of the brain and nervous system, and identify new therapeutic approaches for the treatment of brain disorders. Dr Una Fitzgerald, lead organiser of the exhibit, said: "We hope that this event has succeeded in educating the public about the brain and nervous system, and increasing awareness of brain disorders and the need for further research in this area." NUI Galway's Neuroscience Cluster acknowledges funding from the Dana Foundation and the NCBES which made the event possible. -ENDS-
>> Read full story about NUI Galway Neuroscientists Participate in Brain Awareness Week
European Parliament hosts International Seminar on Genetic Discrimination
Wednesday, 14 March 2012
Marian Harkin, MEP, and Phil Prendergast, MEP recently hosted a seminar on Genetic Discrimination in the European Parliament in Brussels. The event was led by the Centre for Disability Law and Policy at NUI Galway, in conjunction with the European Disability Forum. This international seminar, which was chaired by Andre Gubbels, Belgian Ministry, was the first of its kind in the European Parliament and brought together a diverse range of leading experts in the area, with the objective of exploring the case for a European level response to protect the privacy of genetic information and to prevent genetic discrimination. The seminar highlighted the interdisciplinary nature of this area and focused on the interaction between genetic science, technology, ethics and the law, and in particular, how best to address this complex area. The event also looked at the challenges and practical problems that arise when attempting to regulate this area, as well as the transatlantic perspectives on the matter. International speakers at the seminar included: Professor Ciaran Morrison, Centre for Chromosome Biology, School of Natural Sciences, NUI Galway; Professor Yann Joly, Centre of Genomics and Policy, McGill University, Montreal, Canada; Professor Peter Blanck, Burton Blatt Institute, Syracuse University; and Dr Delia Ferri, Faculty of Law, University of Verona. Professor Gerard Quinn, Director of the Centre for Disability Law and Policy at NUI Galway, said: "This is the Centre at its best. We exist to inform debate and have impact. Scientific advances are for the benefit of all and we must maintain public confidence. The best way to do this is to have a European level debate about how to protect people against the abuse of genetic information. Because of this event, a unique partnership between the Centre for Disability Law and Policy and the European Parliament, there is now a genuine European-level debate that should hopefully generate a European-level response in time." The Rapporteur's Report was delivered by Dr Elise Muir, Maastricht University, who reflected upon the emerging consensus that genetic science is advancing at a rapid pace, and is becoming more accessible and more readily available to individuals and third parties. Dr Muir acknowledged that although advancing genetic research offers the potential to revolutionise health care and medical treatment, it can also result in problems and pitfalls with the misuse of sensitive genetic information. Although a comprehensive European level response is needed in this area, to adequately protect genetic privacy and prevent the discriminatory use of genetic information, care needs to be taken when considering the nature of the problem and the appropriate way forward. -ENDS-
>> Read full story about European Parliament hosts International Seminar on Genetic Discrimination
International Experts Meet To Discuss The Future of Modern Democracy
Wednesday, 14 March 2012
Is modern democracy still democratic? That is the question being explored this week at a symposium being held at the National University of Ireland in Dublin. The symposium, entitled 'Beyond the Ballot': forms of citizen engagement between democratic elections is the initiative of the participatory and deliberative democracy specialist group of the Political Studies Association of Ireland, led by Dr Clodagh Harris from Department of Government, UCC and Dr Gemma Carney from the Irish Centre for Social Gerontology at NUI Galway. The symposium will explore how the collapse of social partnership and the signing of EU-IMF deals has pushed relationships between the government and ordinary voters in Ireland into a state of crisis. Dr Gemma Carney of NUI Galway's Irish Centre for Social Gerontology: "This does not sit with international rhetoric that 'People Matter.' The idea that people matter; that ordinary citizens should have a direct influence over how decisions are made in a democratic system is supposedly a cornestone of UN, EU and national government policies. But does that hold true in practice?" The rise of e-democracy, forms of public protest, new political movements arising in response to a feeling of powerlessness would seem to suggest that people are becoming ever further removed from and disillusioned by their governments. Papers presented by leading international and national experts on deliberative and participatory democracy will address these issues and discuss new institutional and civil society mechanisms to enhance citizen engagement such as the G1000 Belgian citizens' summit, The 'We The Citizens' Citizens Assembly and the Claiming our Future movement. The symposium takes place on Thursday, 15 March in the NUI offices on Merrion Square in Dublin 2, and the keynote speech, by Professor Jurg Steiner of the University of North Carolina on the praxis of deliberation, will be delivered at 10.15am, with other panels and presentations to follow. Ends
>> Read full story about International Experts Meet To Discuss The Future of Modern Democracy
Press Office
+353 (0) 91 493361
Follow @nuigalwaypress
Press member?
Visit our press centre
Connect & share
Connect with us:


text:
Handel: Messiah
Sunday, December 15, 2013 – 7 pm
Sunday, December 22, 2013 – 7 pm
Concert Stats
- 48 Singers
- Chamber Orchestra
- Soloists
- Start Time: 7 pm
- Disney Hall Box Office Opens: 5 pm
- Doors Open: 5:30 pm
- ListenUp!: Preconcert talk 1 hour prior to curtain with Music Director Grant Gershon and KUSC Host Alan Chapman
Please note that both performances Handel's Messiah are on SUNDAY evenings, not Saturday as indicated on the recently mailed postcard. We apologize for the confusion.
- George Frideric Handel | Messiah
Simply one of the greatest choral works of all time, Handel's Messiah, as sung by the LA Master Chorale, returns to Disney Hall for two performances. Composed in a mere 24 days, Messiah continues to be the composer's most popular work and may well be the most performed classical work of all time.
Programs, artists, dates, prices and availability subject to change.
Box Office: Tickets cannot be purchased in person at the Disney Hall Box Office until 2 hours before the performance. On concert days, box office staff can be reached at 213-972-7282 beginning at 1 pm for evening concerts and 10 am for matinees. You may also leave a message, and your call will be returned. Tickets can be purchased online 24/7 up until four hours prior to each concert.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Argentina v Italy: Teams
At Estadio del Bicentenario, San Juan, Saturday June 8, KO 18.40 GMT
Last Updated: 08/06/12 3:03pm
Saturday's once-off Test between Argentina and Italy in San Juan is set to give us a glimpse into the future.
With Italy hoping to continue their evolution with a handful of fresh faces on their first tour under Jacques Brunel, and Argentina resting most of their stars for later in the year - the match will provide an insight into the depth of two teams on the fringes of the world rugby's elite.
With the exception of the absence of skipper Sergio Parisse, the Azzurri are embarking on their three-Test tour of the Americas - they will play Canada next before the USA - with a very strong squad.
The first stop will provide Brunel's side their toughest test. Argentina have won the last two fixtures between these sides - in 2008 and 2010 (both played in Italy) - but it will be the visitors who will start as favourites, based purely on the fact they have a near full-strength side.
Brunel has long spoken of his desire to change the way Italy play the game and after a solid start to his era during the 2012 Six Nations, this tour offers the opportunity for some real ground work to be done.
Pack important
Don't expect the Azzurri to change their stripes overnight, however, as their pack will still form the cornerstone of their attack.
The return of flank Mauro Bergamasco to full fitness and form is a boost, while Leicester prop Martin Castrogiovanni will have fresh legs having started off the bench in the Aviva Premiership semi-final and final. Fly-half Kris Burton has been backed to continue to try and spark the backline.
Argentina by contrast are a bit of an unknown entity. A significant portion of their squad is made up of players who did duty for the Pampas in the Vodacom Cup competition in South Africa, as most the their French-based stars have been rested ahead of the Rugby Championship.
There are just five players in the starting XV with more than ten Test caps, while only Rodrigo Roncero and Felipe Contepomi have played more than 15 international games (in a late change, World Cup lock Esteban Lozada has been ruled out and replaced by Benjamín Macome).
That is not to say the Pumas team will be that weak. Fly-half Ignacio Mieres has been excellent for Exeter this season, becoming one of the first names on the team sheet. And Sale full-back Joaquín Tuculet makes his international debut after a solid year in England.
Argentina: 15 Joaquin Tuculet, 14 Belisario Agulla, 13 Gabriel Ascarate, 12 Felipe Contepomi (c), 11 Agustin Gosio, 10 Ignacio Mieres, 9 Martin Landajo, 8 Leonardo Senatore 7 Tomas Leonardi, 6 Genaro Fessia, 5 Julio Farias-Cabello, 4 Benjamín Macome, 3 Francisco Gomez-Kodela, 2 Eusebio Guinazu, 1 Rodrigo Roncero.
Replacements: 16 Bruno Postiglioni, 17 Nahuel Tetaz-Chaparro, 18 Santiago Guzmán, 19 Tomas De La Vega, 20 Tomas Cubelli, 21 Manuel Montero, 22 Roman Miralles
Italy: 15 Luke Mclean, 14 Giovanbattista Venditti, 13 Roberto Quartaroli, 12 Alberto Sgarbi, 11 Tommaso Benvenuti, 10 Kristopher Burton, 9 Edoardo Gori, 8 Robert Barbieri, 7 Mauro Bergamasco, 6 Alessandro Zanni, 5 Marco Bortolami, 4 Antonio Pavanello, 3 Martin Castrogiovanni, 2 Carlo Festuccia, 1 Alberto de Marchi.
Replacements: 16 Davide Giazzon, 17 Lorenzo Romano, 18 Joshua Furno, 19 Simone Favaro, 20 Tito Tebaldi, 21 Riccardo Bocchino, 22 Giulio Toniolatti.
International Match
Sat 11th Jul
South Africa0 - 0World XV
Sat 8th Aug
Wales0 - 0Ireland
Sat 15th Aug
Argentina0 - 0South Africa
New Zealand0 - 0Australia
Ireland0 - 0Scotland
England0 - 0France
Sat 22nd Aug
Italy0 - 0Scotland
France0 - 0England
Sat 29th Aug
Ireland0 - 0Wales
Scotland0 - 0Italy
Sat 5th Sep
France0 - 0Scotland
England0 - 0Ireland
Wales0 - 0Italy


text:
Legal Challenges
FFRF gets sexist posters removed (April 30, 2015)
4/30/2015 · Lincoln High School in Manitowoc, Wis., took down sexist prom posters sponsored by a Catholic health care provider and a "crisis" pregnancy center after FFRF Staff Attorney Sam Grover sent an April 29 complaint letter. The poster featured a silhouette of a girl in a … More »
FFRF reins in Georgia baccalaureate (April 30, 2015)
4/30/2015 · Mount Zion High School in Carrollton, Ga., will have no further involvement in a baccalaureate ceremony. FFRF Attorney Madeline Ziegler lodged a complaint with the district April 28 about a teacher in charge of planning the baccalaureate, a religious ceremony for graduates to be … More »
Student screening moved from church (April 29, 2015)
4/29/2015 · The Tea Area School District, Tea, S.D., will end its practice of holding a mandatory kindergarten screening at a local church. In an April 9 letter of complaint, Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott wrote, "This practice forces parents and children, who may be of varying … More »
Florida council nixes godly motto (April 28, 2015)
4/28/2015 · After protests by local activists and a letter from FFRF, the Venice, Fla., City Council voted 5-2 on April 28 against displaying "In God We Trust" in its chambers. David Williamson, head of the Central Florida Freethought Community, a chapter of FFRF, spoke at the … More »
FFRF, Dawkins group expel creationism (April 22, 2015)
4/22/2015 · The Freedom From Religion Foundation and the Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason and Science were successful in getting a science teacher in Arroyo Grande, Calif., to stop teaching creationism. The groups sent a letter that sparked an investigation by the Lucia Mar Unified School … More »
FFRF weighs in on California prayer case (April 22, 2015)
4/22/2015 · FFRF filed an amicus brief April 22 in a case over government-sponsored prayer in Eureka, Calif. In Beaton v. Eureka, city resident and atheist Carole Beaton filed suit over prayers that start city council meetings. FFRF's "friend of the court" brief supports Beaton's position … More »
Vet center religious sign removed (April 22, 2015)
4/22/2015 · Louis A. Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center, Clarksburg, W.Va., has taken down a religious sign. A veteran contacted FFRF to report that while at the center to have his photo taken for an ID card, he encountered a sign saying each day was "a … More »
Teacher told no more class prayer (April 20, 2015)
4/20/2015 · Dawson County School District in Georgia took corrective measures about a teacher planning prayer at a class Christmas party. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote an April 8 letter after a complainant reported that a first-grade teacher at Robinson Elementary in Dawsonville told students and … More »
FFRF takes down religious signs at Ill. school district (April 17, 2015)
4/17/2015 · St. Elmo Junior & Senior High School removed religious signs from its property, after the Freedom From Religion Foundation contacted the St. Elmo Central Unified School District in Illinois. FFRF learned the school had four signs posted on the school's fence alongside a road reading … More »
Praying Iowa coach told to stop (April 16, 2015)
4/16/2015 · Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott wrote the Ankeny, Iowa, Community School District on Feb. 11 about a football coach illegally praying with his students. "We ask that you ensure coaches are not leading, organizing, inviting, encouraging or participating in prayers with their teams in the … More »
Church trailer, awards venue remedied (April 16, 2015)
4/16/2015 · Volusia County Schools, DeLand, Fla., remedied state/church violations after getting a Feb. 5 letter from Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel. FFRF received a report that Spruce Creek High School in Port Orange let a church leave a trailer with a church ad on it in … More »
FFRF cures school's religion addiction (April 16, 2015)
4/16/2015 · Students at Central Freedom School in Mankato, Minn., will no longer be required to attend religious Alcoholics Anonymous programming. Central Freedom, a public alternative school for students with chemical dependency issues, required AA meetings during the school day. Students who refused to attend might be … More »
Florida students support FFRF bible verse protest (April 15, 2015)
4/15/2015 · Gator Freethought and Humanists on Campus, two student groups at the University of Florida in Gainesville, sent a letter to university President W. Kent Fuchs in support of FFRF's April 13 objection to a bible verse inscribed on a new business school building. Heavener Hall … More »
Georgia teachers can sit out pledge (April 15, 2015)
4/15/2015 · The principal at Greenbrier Elementary School, Evans, Ga., will no longer make teachers participate in the Pledge of Allegiance to "set an example" for students. "The Supreme Court ruled over 70 years ago that compelling participation in the Pledge of Allegiance was constitutionally impermissible," wrote … More »
Virginia 'release time' punishment barred (April 15, 2015)
4/15/2015 · Nottoway, Va., Public Schools students who do not attend religious "release time" will no longer be forced to clean rooms or do extra homework. At least one student at Blackstone Primary School who didn't participate in a religious class off-campus was required to sweep … More »
FFRF shuts down Oklahoma proselytizing (April 7, 2015)
4/7/2015 · Students in the Cleveland, Okla., School District will no longer be subjected to bible distributions and harassment from teachers about religion. FFRF received a complaint that a teacher at Cleveland Intermediate School read aloud to the class from a bible. When the complainant's child asked … More »
California official won't endorse prayer (April 6, 2015)
4/6/2015 · A Solano, Calif., County supervisor will no longer officially participate in a prayer breakfast. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote Supervisor Linda Seifert on April 1, objecting to her participation in the Vallejo Prayer Breakfast: "It is unlawful under the First Amendment for a government … More »
Missouri school drops 'character assembly' (April 3, 2015)
4/3/2015 · After FFRF objected to inappropriate religious references at a public school assembly in Branson, Mo., the district has taken steps to ensure future assemblies will be religion-free. Last October, Branson Junior High School hosted a "character assembly" sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. A … More »
Church signs down at L.A. high school (March 27, 2015)
3/27/2015 · The Los Angeles Unified School District removed church advertising from school grounds after Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel informed the district March 6 that four permanently posted signs at University High School on Texas Avenue near Santa Monica Boulevard violated the Constitution. "When a school permanently … More »
Christian WyldLife not oxymoron (March 25, 2015)
3/25/2015 · A Chicago Public Schools teacher who regularly promoted weekly religious club meetings to students during instructional time will no longer be allowed to do so. A Greeley Elementary School teacher promoted meetings of WyldLife, a Christian club that meets in the school's gym after … More »
Church signs off L.A. school fence (March 20, 2015)
3/20/2015 · Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel sent a March 6 letter objecting to letting a church permanently post signs on the fence of University High School in Los Angeles. Vintage Church had been permitted to keep signs up around the clock for at least two years. FFRF's … More »
Good news: Gideons get left behind (March 19, 2015)
3/19/2015 · After FFRF received a report that Gideons International distributed bibles to students at Holly Hill Elementary School, Enterprise, Ala., Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote a March 18 complaint letter. "It is unconstitutional for public school districts to permit the Gideon Society to distribute bibles as … More »
FFRF ends prayer at Ohio athletics (March 18, 2015)
3/18/2015 · The St. Clairsville High School spring sports banquet in St. Clairsville, Ohio, did not include prayer, unlike its fall banquet, thanks to a Jan. 5 complaint letter from Staff Attorney Sam Grover. He sent the letter after learning that the St. Clairsville-Richland City School … More »
Bible verses by principal silenced (March 15, 2015)
3/15/2015 · Principal Dan Noll, White Oak [Texas] High School, has stopped his practice of reciting bible verses during morning announcements over the intercom. The district originally doubled down after getting Staff Attorney Sam Grover's complaint letter March 5. White Oak ISD Superintendent Michael Gilbert wrote … More »
K-Life Ministries no longer welcome (March 9, 2015)
3/9/2015 · Sheridan County School District #2, Sheridan, Wyo., will not let representatives from K-Life Ministries, a Christian youth organization, visit students during the school day. The group, based in Branson, Mo., is known nationally for insinuating its members into students' space at lunch tables to … More »
Letter remedies Okla. religious violations (March 9, 2015)
3/9/2015 · Chandler Public School District in Chandler, Okla., has resolved several constitutional violations after getting a Jan. 30 complaint letter from Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel, who wrote to object to reports about school-organized prayers at football practices and other athletic events, as well as a … More »
'You're a sinner' video plug pulled (March 9, 2015)
3/9/2015 · Palm Beach County School District in Florida has stopped making students watch a motivational speech by Christian evangelist Nick Vujicic. Boca Raton Middle School had required all students to watch one of Vujicic's speeches. He also spoke at several other schools in the district. Vujicic's … More »
Good news: Gideons get left behind (March 3, 2015)
3/3/2015 · Jefferson County School District in Madras, Ore., will no longer allow the Good News Club to park a trailer at Warm Springs K-8 Academy. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote to the district Feb. 16 after learning that the school board allowed the club to … More »
'Rogue speaker' out in Nebraska (March 2, 2015)
3/2/2015 · Elkhorn Valley View Middle School, Elkhorn, Neb., will ensure that future school assemblies are free from inappropriate religious content. Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott sent a letter of complaint March 2 about a Dec. 8, 2014, assembly about drug and alcohol awareness at which Pastor … More »
FFRF complaint stops teachers' prayer (Feb. 27, 2015)
2/27/2015 · Two Prattville Primary School teachers in Prattville, Ala., will no longer lead students in Christian prayer during the school day. FFRF received a report that one teacher led at least six classes in prayer while students were in the hallway on the way to … More »
Hotel bibles removed at Portland State (Feb. 26, 2015)
2/26/2015 · FFRF had been trying to obtain a response from Portland State University in Oregon about its hotel bibles since its original letter of complaint in February 2014. "If guests want to read this religious text during their stay, they should do what everyone else … More »
FFRF protects Minn. prisoners' rights (Feb. 23, 2015)
2/23/2015 · The Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud has agreed to discontinue providing extra gifts to prisoners who attend holiday Christian services. "Encouraging inmates to attend a church service is constitutionally impermissible because it coerces inmates to participate in a religious exercise, and sends the message … More »
Prayerful posts off Ohio school site (Feb. 19, 2015)
2/19/2015 · Eastern Local School District, Reedsville, Ohio, removed two religious posts after a car accident claimed the life of a former Eastern High School student. The posts called for "prayer warriors" to "lift all of [those involved in the accident] up in prayer." Senior Staff Attorney … More »
FFRF backs Georgia family in suit over elementary school prayer
2/18/2015 · On Feb. 9, 2015, FFRF filed a federal lawsuit in the Southern District of Georgia, alleging discrimination against two anonymous Doe children by their elementary school teachers. The complaint against Emanuel County Schools charges that teachers inflicted religious prayers on their captive student audiences … More »
Hand soap Jesus off school bottles (Feb. 18, 2015)
2/18/2015 · Bennett Elementary School in McKinney, Texas, removed hand sanitizer bottles that displayed the Lord's Prayer and the logo of a church. "Religion is a divisive force in public schools," wrote Staff Attorney Sam Grover. "Though the school may accept donations from religious entities such … More »
Religious odyssey off school schedule (Feb. 16, 2015)
2/16/2015 · FFRF learned that Tropic Isles Elementary School, North Fort Myers, Fla., planned a fifth-grade field trip to a church which was hosting a walk-through play entitled "Drug House Odyssey." Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote the school district on Feb. 12 informing them that the field … More »
Prayer get boot from graduation (Feb. 13, 2015)
2/13/2015 · Quehanna Boot Camp, an adult correctional facility in Karthaus, Pa., will not include prayers in future graduation ceremonies. Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote the camp Feb. 3 to object to the pastor-led prayers. The Department of Corrections responded Feb. 13, writing that the invocation and … More »
FFRF stops Kansas proselytizing (Feb. 9, 2015)
2/9/2015 · Haskins Learning Center, a K-8 public school in Pratt, Kan., is presenting in-service training to teachers about religious proselytizing after FFRF again objected to the school's practices. Just six weeks earlier, the school had agreed to stop prayer at school events. But the day after … More »
Letter ends Kansas bible handouts (Feb. 6, 2015)
2/6/2015 · Unified School District 219 in Kansas has stopped a Minneola Elementary School teacher from distributing bibles to students. In a letter sent Jan. 30, Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel informed the district, "When a school distributes religious literature to its students, it entangles itself with … More »
W.Va. middle school crosses removed (Feb. 6, 2015)
2/6/2015 · Ravenswood Middle School in Ripley, W.Va., has taken down crosses that were previously displayed on school property. Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott wrote Jackson County Schools on Jan. 20 after learning that multiple crosses were placed in a garden near an entrance to the school. One … More »
Missouri park crèche won't be back (Feb. 4, 2015)
2/4/2015 · The Higginsville, Mo., Parks and Recreation Department has in the past displayed a large nativity scene in a public park with a sign saying "The Savior is Born." Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott sent the department a letter after a local resident complained: "By displaying this … More »
God out of Okla. police training (Feb. 4, 2015)
2/4/2015 · Oklahoma's Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) is taking steps to eliminate unconstitutional religious training materials after receiving an FFRF complaint. A peace officer in training told FFRF that during training, instructors and materials repeatedly promoted religion. Course materials contained statements such as, … More »
Turning Point Church crosses the line (Feb. 1, 2015)
2/1/2015 · Fayette County Public Schools, Lexington, Ky., received FFRF complaints about several state/church violations. Leestown Middle School held a "retreat" for sixth graders at two churches. Students were given T-shirts at the retreat that advertised TurningPoint Church and its website. They were told to wear shirts … More »
FFRF stops bible study field trip (Jan. 27, 2015)
1/27/2015 · Del Norte County Unified School District stopped a teacher at Crescent Elk Middle School, Crescent City, Calif., from holding a bible study as part of an overnight field trip to her home. "When a school allows a teacher to lead students in a devotional bible … More »
Georgia school removes 10 Commandments (Jan. 26, 2015)
1/26/2015 · FFRF succeeded in getting a Ten Commandments display removed from the Pinevale Elementary School library in Valdosta, Ga. Staff Attorney Sam Grover in an Oct. 24 letter to Valdosta City Schools wrote, "Any student will view a Ten Commandments display in a school as … More »
No more Christian pumpkin patch trips (Jan. 23, 2015)
1/23/2015 · A field trip to a church-run pumpkin patch will not reoccur at Randolph Elementary in Centreville, Ala. Kindergartners and first graders were given nametags reading, "Hay there, Jesus loves you" with a bible verse underneath. Students' finger paintings also had bible verses printed at the … More »
South Dakota sex ed secularized (Jan 23, 2015)
1/23/2015 · The public school district in Aberdeen, S.D., which showed a Catholic version of a sex education program to students, is taking steps to correct the violation after getting a Jan. 9 letter from Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott. The health curriculum at Central High School included … More »
'Praying hands' image off school wall (Jan. 20, 2015)
1/20/2015 · After initially refusing, Kenneth Cooper Middle School officials in Oklahoma have removed a poster called "Faith in America" featuring two children with their hands clasped in prayer in front of an American flag. FFRF Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel first wrote to Putnam County Schools about … More »
FFRF ends Georgia teachers' proselytizing (Jan. 5, 2015)
1/5/2015 · Elementary school faculty in the Whitfield County School District, Georgia, will no longer teach their young students religion thanks to a letter sent by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. FFRF received a report from a parent whose Antioch Elementary School kindergartener was informed that Christmas … More »
Alabama elementary students won't "See You At The Pole" (Dec. 22, 2014)
12/22/2014 · Thanks to the Freedom From Religion Foundation, teachers and church groups will not be permitted to lead religious events at Athens Elementary School in Athens, Ala. In 2013, a local church group was permitted to lead a "See You At The Pole" gathering, a Christian … More »
FFRF dissolves partnership between Maryland DNR and Boy Scouts (Dec. 22, 2014)
12/22/2014 · The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has ended a partnership with the Boy Scouts of America, which discriminates against atheists and agnostics, as well as LGBT adults. The DNR previously had an annual charter agreement with the Baltimore Boy Scouts in which the DNR agreed … More »
Gideons banned from Mich. school after FFRF complaint (Dec. 22, 2014)
12/22/2014 · Zeeland Public Schools, Mich., will not allow Gideons to distribute bibles on school ground in the future thanks to the Freedom From Religion Foundation. On Oct. 17, Gideons International representatives distributed bibles to students, a parent informed FFRF. A teacher reportedly told students she would … More »
FFRF sues Walker administration for open records violation
12/18/2014 · The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a lawsuit Dec. 17, 2014 in Dane County Circuit Court, Wis., charging that Wisconsin open records law was violated by Theodore Nickel, state Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Commissioner. In addition to FFRF, Staff Attorney Patrick … More »
No more staff-led prayer at Kan. school (Dec. 18, 2014)
12/18/2014 · After the Freedom From Religion Foundation lodged a complaint, staff at the Haskins Learning Center in Pratt Unified School District will not lead students in prayer. FFRF received a report that before a school-wide Thanksgiving lunch, the school's principal asked everyone to bow their heads … More »
FFRF sues over government nativity, denial of equal treatment in Franklin Co., Ind.
12/17/2014 · The Freedom From Religion Foundation filed a federal lawsuit on Dec. 16, 2014 against Franklin County, Ind., which annually places a prominent nativity display in front of the Franklin County Courthouse in Brookville. The devotional tableau is erected shortly after Thanksgiving and stays up … More »
FFRF sues over school board prayer in Chino Valley, Calif.
12/16/2014 · On November 13, 2014, FFRF filed a lawsuit in the Central District of California, Eastern Division, against the Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education, whose meetings "resemble a church service more than a school board meeting." There was such an outpouring of … More »
FFRF stifles school board prayer in Paso Robles, Calif. (Dec. 10, 2014)
12/10/2014 · The Paso Robles School Board decided not to start including prayer in its meetings after the Freedom From Religion Foundation sent the board a letter of complaint. Upon learning the board was considering instituting invocations, Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote Board President Katy Griffin a … More »
FFRF stops prayer at Ark. high school Veterans Day ceremony (Dec. 10, 2014)
12/10/2014 · Green Forest High School, Ark., will no longer include prayers at school-sponsored events thanks to efforts by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. At a Veterans Day ceremony, a Green Forest teacher led a prayer. Staff Attorney Sam Grover sent Green Forest Public Schools a letter … More »
FFRF turns off Ariz. agency's religious training video (Dec. 3, 2014)
12/3/2014 · The Arizona Department of Economic Security has discontinued use of a religious training video thanks to the Freedom From Religion Foundation. A mandatory meeting for some DES employees included a video featuring a comedian who talked about dying briefly and meeting God, who told her … More »
FFRF ends Calif. school district's participation in Catholic school's pre-game prayers (Dec. 3, 2014)
12/3/2014 · The Marin County Athletic League, which includes public and private schools, will no longer allow a Catholic school to impose prayers on public school attendees thanks to the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote a letter Feb. 25, 2014, to the Tamalpais … More »
FFRF removes cross from Minn. city newsletter (Dec. 2, 2014)
12/2/2014 · After receiving a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation, the City of Rice will not include religious symbols on newsletters. The city's Spring 2014 newsletter included a cross image next to the notice that the city's offices would be closed on Memorial Day. "Including … More »
FFRF convinces Wash. school to ditch religious concert (Dec. 2, 2014)
12/2/2014 · Aberdeen High School, Wash., pulled out of the Festival of Lights at The Grotto in Portland, Ore., after receiving a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The Grotto is a Catholic shrine dedicated to Mary, and the public school choir was scheduled to perform … More »
FFRF ousts Christ from Ala. parade (December 1, 2014)
12/1/2014 · FFRF received word Dec. 1 that a city-sponsored "Keep Christ in Christmas"-themed parade meant to "reflect our strong belief in prayers" would be retitled the "City of Piedmont Christmas Parade." An attorney for the city of Piedmont, Ala., wrote a letter notifying Staff Attorney … More »
Charter school ends lunch prayer (December 1, 2014)
12/1/2014 · Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy's Grammar School in Forest City, N.C., has ended teacher-led prayer and implemented a new policy on religion after a Nov. 6 complaint by Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott on behalf of a parent. A second-grade teacher led students in prayer before … More »
FFRF takes religious song out of charter school class (Dec. 1, 2014)
12/1/2014 · Gulf Coast Charter Academy South in Naples, Fla., cut a religious song from its curriculum pursuant to a complaint made by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The song was reportedly about a child getting lost in the woods and being saved by an angel after … More »
Prayer halted at Texas school (November 25, 2014)
11/25/2014 · Celina Independent School District in Texas will no longer permit coaches to participate in prayer circles with students. Staff Attorney Sam Grover sent a letter to the district Nov. 13, describing a local complainant's report of widespread coach participation in prayer circles. An attorney for … More »
FFRF halts coach-led prayer at Ohio high school (Nov. 25, 2014)
11/25/2014 · Olentangy High School stopped allowing employees to institute prayers at school-sponsored events thanks to the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The coach of the Olentangy High School Girls Cross Country team invited a student to deliver a prayer at an end-of-season banquet. "It is unlawful for … More »
FFRF stands up for seated students (November 24, 2014)
11/24/2014 · Students in the Washoe County School District in Nevada will no longer compel students to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. A district parent contacted FFRF, reporting that a student was ordered to stand for the pledge and was ordered to leave class, counted … More »
It's a (creationist) zoo out there (November 20, 2014)
11/20/2014 · After getting an FFRF letter, Skiatook Public Schools in Oklahoma revised a Pledge of Allegiance worksheet that emphasized the phrase "under God" and decided it would no longer take students to a creationist zoo where students were taught about "God's miracles" and the biblical … More »
FFRF keeps school art secular in Oklahoma (Nov. 20, 2014)
11/20/2014 · Thanks to efforts by the Freedom From Religion Foundation, teachers in Chandler Public Schools will not create religious projects with their students in the future. FFRF Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel sent a letter to the district in 2013 after learning of an auction where two … More »
FFRF secularizes Calif. middle school graduation (Nov. 20, 2014)
11/20/2014 · R.J. Fisher Middle School's graduation ceremony will no longer be held at Calvary Church after the Freedom From Religion Foundation lodged a complaint. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote the Los Gatos Union School District superintendent on June 16, 2014, informing her that holding public school … More »
New administration ensures separation of church and state in Ga. school district (Nov. 20, 2014)
11/20/2014 · The new administration of Worth County Schools in Sylvester, Ga., will there's no repeat of a religious assembly condoned by the previous administrators. Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel wrote Superintendent Barbara Thomas on Jan 30, 2013, after receiving a complaint that an assembly included the principal … More »
Cop emails go secular (November 18, 2014)
11/18/2014 · A University of Colorado police officer at the Colorado Springs campus removed a religious email signature after Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel's Sept. 25 complaint letter to the university. "For he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he … More »
FFRF complaint stops coach prayer (November 17, 2014)
11/17/2014 · FFRF originally contacted Middletown City Schools in Ohio last spring about high school football coach Chris Wells leading students in prayer and inviting them to his church. The district assured FFRF that administrators had met with Wells and told him that his actions crossed … More »
FFRF puts clamps on coach prayer (November 17, 2014)
11/17/2014 · Long Beach High School in Long Beach, Miss., has ended two school-sponsored prayer rituals at football games. Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote the district Sept. 26. Traditionally, a student led a Christian prayer over the loudspeaker before every football game. In addition, the high school … More »
FFRF halts coach prayer (November 17, 2014)
11/17/2014 · A coach in the Wimberley Independent School District in Texas will no longer pray with students or endorse students' prayers. Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote Wimberley's superintendent Sept. 25, detailing a report that Wimberley High School's athletic director and head football coach led the … More »
Religious brochures removed in Tennessee (November 17, 2014)
11/17/2014 · FFRF's complaint letter prompted prompted the Blount County Sheriff's Office in Maryville, Tenn., to remove a box of religious brochures from the waiting room.The brochures depicted Jesus, included a prayer and were the only brochures displayed. Senior Staff Attorney Rebecca Markert called the material … More »
FFRF answers Ala. coach's prayers with complaint (Nov. 17, 2014)
11/17/2014 · Anniston High School's football coach will no longer organize and lead his team in prayers after receiving a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. A local news report noted that Coach Eddie Bullock asked for a "prayer leader," a student who led the other … More »
FFRF stops Gideons at elementary school (November 14, 2014)
11/14/2014 · Cushing Public Schools, Cushing, Okla., is ending Gideon bible distribution after getting a Nov. 12 leter from Staff Attorney Andrew Seidel. The Gideons had reportedly visited a fifth-grade classroom at Harrison Elementary, where they discussed the bible and passed out bibles to students. The superintendent … More »
School won't censor secular websites (November 14, 2014)
11/14/2014 · Round Rock Independent School District in Texas unblocked several secular websites after Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote the district Oct. 17 about its discriminatory policy. The district's filtering software left sites affiliated with Catholicism, Islam and Scientology unblocked while filtering atheist sites as "alternative … More »
Schools turn down Mormon invite (November 7, 2014)
11/7/2014 · Two public high schools in Kalispell, Mont., declined this year's invitation to participate in a performance "celebrating the birth of our savior Jesus Christ" at a Mormon church after FFRF objected to the school's participation last year. "Because this event includes literally hundreds of depictions … More »
FFRF ends several school violations (November 7, 2014)
11/7/2014 · Prairie Crossing Charter School in Grayslake, Ill., resolved several constitutional violations after getting an FFRF letter. Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote the school's executive director July 8 to object to an assembly during the school day marking the installation of a "Freedom Shrine." The mandatory … More »
Gideons wear out their welcomes (November 7, 2014)
11/7/2014 · The Itawamba County School District in Fulton, Miss., will not conduct bible distributions in the future. FFRF received a report that representatives from Gideons International distributed bibles at Itawamba Attendance Center to "momentarily preach the word of God" and then "asked students to raise … More »
FFRF stops prayer in Hawaii middle school reading program (Oct. 31, 2014)
10/31/2014 · Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School in Honolulu will no longer allow a partner organization to pray with students after the Freedom From Religion Foundation sent them a letter. The school holds "Family Reading for Success" events regularly. An attendee informed FFRF that a recent meeting … More »
FFRF cancels religious assembly in Texas school (Oct. 29, 2014)
10/29/2014 · Administrators at Azle (Texas) Independent School District cancelled a ministry-affiliated assembly scheduled for Oct. 29, after being contacted by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The assembly was to be put on by a group, Seven at Schools, which is affiliated with the religious ministry … More »
FFRF removes Good News Club links from school website (Oct. 29, 2014)
10/29/2014 · Greater Albany Public Schools in Oregon will no longer give preferential treatment to the Good News Club over other after-school groups, thanks to a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The district partners with community organizations for early release day programs, including a community … More »
FFRF ends football team chaplain's tenure at Ohio high school (Oct. 23, 2014)
10/23/2014 · The Freedom From Religion Foundation has ensured that adults will no longer participate in student religious activities at Bath High School in Lima, Ohio. FFRF Staff Attorney Rebecca Markert wrote to Bath Local Schools on Oct. 16 after a local complainant forwarded a media profile … More »
FFRF complaint removes religious posters from Iowa police department (Oct. 21, 2014)
10/21/2014 · The Freedom From Religion Foundation sent a letter of complaint Oct. 7 to the Manchester Police Department (Iowa), prompting the department to remove a religious poster prominently displayed in its lobby. The poster began, "The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart … More »
FFRF ends coach prayer at Del. high school (Oct. 17, 2014)
10/17/2014 · Football coaches at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes, Del., will no longer lead their players in prayer or participate in students' prayers, after receiving a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. FFRF Staff Attorney Elizabeth Cavell wrote to the Cape Henlopen School District … More »
FFRF ensures Civil Rights Act compliance at Mizzou (Oct. 17, 2014)
10/17/2014 · The University of Missouri agreed that a church bulletin discount offered as part of a volleyball ticket promotion was inappropriate, after receiving an Oct. 16 letter of complaint from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. A university employee informed FFRF that the University of Missouri volleyball … More »
FFRF discontinues religious yearbooks in Ohio elementary school (Oct. 14, 2014)
10/14/2014 · Gallia County Local Schools (Ohio) will no longer endorse religion on the cover of its yearbooks, after a protest by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The PTO of Addaville Elementary School printed and distributed yearbooks for students with a large cross bearing the word "BELIEVE" … More »
Sewer biller go secular (October 13, 2014)
10/13/2014 · A Seminole County, Fla., employee in the water and sewer billing department will no longer include a bible verse in her email signature. Staff Attorney Sam Grover wrote the county attorney Oct. 10 of behalf of FFRF, saying, "The statements of a government employee are … More »
FFRF erases bible quotes from Mo. school's whiteboard (Oct. 10, 2014)
10/10/2014 · After a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation, the Clinton County School District (Mo.) erased bible quotes from a school administrator's whiteboard at a district middle school. In a letter of complaint sent Oct. 8, FFRF Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott informed the district, "Courts … More »
FFRF ends Va. county's involvement with Joel Osteen trip (Oct. 9, 2014)
10/9/2014 · Botetourt County, Va., ceased sponsorship and promotion of a trip to a Joel Osteen Ministries event in North Carolina, after receiving a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation. FFRF Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott contacted the county Sept. 26 after learning it was helping to … More »
Letter benches praying coaches (October 2, 2014)
10/2/2014 · A public charter school has taken steps to ensure its participation in a religious sports league remains secular, pursuant to an FFRF letter. Seashore Middle Academy in Corpus Christi, Texas, participates in the Parochial Sports League. A local complainant forwarded FFRF a photo of students … More »
Superintendent's promotion of 'See You at the Pole' event protested (October 1, 2014)
10/1/2014 · A superintendent in Toledo, Ohio, who utilized the social media site Twitter to promote a religious 2014 "See You at the Pole" event will no longer be permitted to do so. A complainant contacted FFRF saying that the superintendent posted a message to his Twitter … More »
Pre-game prayers promptly ended (September 29, 2014)
9/29/2014 · Aberdeen Central High School in Aberdeen, S.D., will no longer permit its coaching staff to engage in pre-game prayers before football games. After a complaint was filed with FFRF, Staff Attorney Patrick Elliott sent a letter on Sept. 24 to inform Aberdeen School District that … More »
Football coaches doff religious T-shirts (September 29, 2014)
9/29/2014 · Akron Public Schools in Akron, Ohio, has stopped football coaches from wearing religious T-shirts once again. In 2013, FFRF filed a complaint with the district after Buchtel Community Learning Center athletic personnel and faculty wore T-shirts stating "God Rules Buchtel Athletics" and "Jesus Is … More »
Texas University stops inviting employees to worship services (September 24, 2014)
9/24/2014 · The Office of Public Affairs at University of Texas Health Northeast in Tyler, Texas, has stopped sending system-wide email invitations to employees to participate in bible study events at the Hurst Chapel after receiving a letter from FFRF. A concerned employee contacted FFRF to report … More »
Prayer at school board meeting nixed in Pennsylvania (September 24, 2014)
9/24/2014 · A school board of directors in Mercersburg, Penn., will no longer conduct prayer at meetings, thanks to a complaint sent by FFRF. FFRF Staff Attorney Elizabeth Cavell sent the letter on Sept. 8, informing the board members that praying before meetings is divisive and … More »


text:
As baby boomers roll toward retirement, half of them don't have retirement savings, according to a new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office.
It's a well-known fact that poor kids have a harder time getting into college. But what's not talked about as much is that when they do get in, they have an even harder time graduating.
HUNTSVILLE, Texas — A firefighter in Texas, who was shocked to realize his wife and son were involved in a crash he was called to, woke up to another surprise — Taylor Swift had donated $15,000 to their medical funds.
U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., cut the ribbon on his new district office in Savannah on Friday.
During World War II, when thousands were starving in Europe, University of Minnesota researchers were trying to learn how to safely help them recover. So they undertook a study in which 36 healthy young men volunteered to starve themselves for research.
Family-friendly policies are meant to help parents balance jobs and family, and help women, in particular, help support their families by staying in the work force.
ORANGE, Texas — On May 24, Lt. Eric Ellison had to tell 18-year-old Kazzie Porter that his parents were killed by a drunk driver less than a week before he was to graduate from high school.
Thanks to the Internet and mobile phones, millions of people now have access to bank accounts — from merchants in Tanzania to dairy farmers in India.
While the homeless are often overlooked or ignored by society, their stories are coming to a screen near you.
The double whammy of poverty and exposure to air pollution can lower a child's IQ, according to researchers at the Columbia Center for Children's Environmental Health at the Mailman School of Public Health.
Good news for the class of 2015: It appears to be graduating into the strongest job market in almost a decade.
"As of today, I am officially Ebola free," declared former President Bill Clinton before the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC). Clinton recently visited Liberia, but he arrived three days before the country was officially declared free of the Ebola virus (May 9), and so he had to go through all the official protocols to be sure he was Ebola free before being allowed in public.
A lot of things make it easier to get a job — education, experience, networks — but one of the biggest factors is just how easy, or difficult, it is for a person to get around.
The idea of global aid — giving a family a cow, or chickens, or micro-credit loans to start a small business — sounds like a good idea. But Dean Karlan wanted to know if it really works.
Will there be jobs for college grads in the future — and if so, which jobs?
Even before the Supreme Court declared same-sex marriage a constitutional right last week, there was an aura of inevitability about the outcome that would have been hard to anticipate just seven years ago.
A proposal to revamp New York state's prison sentencing system will not just save taxpayers money and restore fairness, but it will also help families of inmates cope with the social and economic impacts of having a parent behind bars.
Earlier this month, federal authorities cracked down on four cancer charities that had bilked millions of dollars from donors, and Propublica investigations came down hard on the Red Cross, questioning its use of the half-billion dollars it raised for Haiti relief.
New York isn't the only place where rent is sky high.
America's inventory of affordable housing is not keeping pace with its growing number of "extremely low-income" renters, new research shows.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — A picture of a cop feeding a baby after her mom had gone into a seizure has captured the hearts of people around the world.
There's a lot of talk about the political reaction to Pope Francis' 192-page encyclical on climate change. But part of what's being missed, say Catholic leaders, is a message about better caring for communities and families — the "human ecosystems" that allow humans to thrive.
The Supreme Court rejected a bid to hear a case concerning a law that denied bail to undocumented immigrants living in Arizona charged with certain felonies.
Family immigrant detention centers, which serve as holding points for undocumented women and children caught crossing the border, have come under fire in recent weeks.
Michael Hall has worked at Seattle's Space Needle for seven years, taking visitors up and down the attraction's elevator.
As baby boomers roll toward retirement, half of them don't have retirement savings, according to a new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office.
Page 1 of 1
© 2015 Hinesville Publishing - All Rights Reserved
Powered By


text:
Norra 2013
View Single Post
Strong Bad
Joined: Oct 2007
Location: Santa Susana, CA
Oddometer: 4,395
Originally Posted by
I don't have anything planned for transportation yet. If I can make this race happen, I have a few trailers to use. How is the trailer pitting organzied for a full sized tractor and trailer?
As far as pits are concerned there are no particular pit locations assigned by NORRA. Baja pits set up pit locations where they feel fits the needs of the bikes. You are totally on your own for where you choose to do your pitting as there are no areas set up or reserved for you to use. We chose locations where we could find a wide flat spot near the start or end of a special stage, all depending on distances and fuel used. Some times we simply "splashed" enough fuel to get near the start of the next special and then followed the car to a point near the start of the next stage where we did a more detailed "pit" before lining up for the start.
I have been in a tractor trailer going down hwy 1. I did it once and I would NEVER do it again. Waaaay too dangerous. The road is extremely narrow, it is not uncommon for trucks to slap mirrors with the trucks going in the opposite direction. Go on Google maps and look at a street view of hwy 1 (yes there is a street view of the entire length of hwy 1). You'll see that there is ZERO shoulder on the road and most of the time there is a drop at the edge of the pavement. I've been on a large number of big teams who race SCORE in Baja that use Semi's, but all of their drivers have years of experience driving in Baja. NOBODY uses a Semi for support in the NORRA event.
Note the lack of a pilot car!
30 seconds later:
The guy in the white truck was really lucky that there was this one really rare concrete shoulder right when it needed it!!
Oh and BTW, Robby uses his Dakar support truck which doesn't have a trailer and he still has problems. If he brings a trailer, it is the one that he sells Tee shirts and Speed energy drink out of at tech inspection and it goes home after tech. Here is a pic of Robby airing down to get his Dakar support truck unstuck:
"I couldn't wait for success, so I went ahead without it."
Strong Bad
View Public Profile
Find More Posts by Strong Bad


text:
striped rolled sleeve sweater
An instant outfit-maker. This semi-sheer slub sweater with stripes can go casual or sophisticated with simple styling changes. Pair with leggings and a cami for a wear-anywhere weekend look.
- Wide crew neck with slim ribbed trim
- Drop shoulders, long sleeves with roll tabs
- Rounded hem
- Semi-sheer slub knit
- Cotton/Rayon
- Machine wash
- Imported


text:
Physx Games Coming out?
View Single Post
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 534
Re: Physx Games Coming out?
Originally Posted by
Absolutely wrong comparison. Nothing is stopping NVIDIA to use multi monitors and they will. No need to get permission from AMD, pay for license and be dependent on ATI drivers.
As for the other physics you mention, they are not limited for use by one company only.
Yes PhysX is absolutely worthless for millions of gamers that use ATI product, funny you say NVIDIA is doing legwork.
Just about everybody who doesn't buy NVIDIA product ONLY is critical about how the PhysX is being used by NVIDIA. People like to see in game physic that are not limited for use by one company ONLY.
Anyway hope to see some open standard part of DirectX soon, in the meantime as I said before,
HAVOC is 100% better
it runs on my PC without any hacking and buying an additional Graphic Card.
And nothing is stopping ATI from supporting PhysX cept for ATI. Havok is crap, half assed physics. truely a shame when gamers would rather settle for prescripted, prerendered rail based, repeating crap over something that CAN add much more to a game. Nothing Havok can do hasn't been done before by pregrammed effects. Oh wait, THAT IS WHAT HAVOK DOES!
CryTek has by far the best physics based engine available. Next best solution for physics is PhysX Havok is a very distant third.
The comparison is valid. ATI is working with Devs to include support for 3600x1920 resoltions. This is not a DX standard resoltion but may be in the future. GPU based physics is the same way, its not there now, could be in the future. Will it be PhysX, highly unlikely, but someone has to do it before MS will adopt it. this has always been the case. PS 3 is an example.
Now I agree Nvidia shouldn't have prevented their GPUs from doing PhysX with an ATI card doing teh rendering. But I will refer you to a post I made on page 6 concerning that issue as an example as to why they did it.
And what is so funny about nvidia doing the legwork for GPU based physics? Tell me again just WHERE is ATI and THEIR GPU based counter solution? Oh, that right, you can't because they DONT ****ING HAVE ONE even tho they promised all ATI users one 3+ years ago. And now they have a means to do it with OpenCL (FYI Nvidia has already ported and is ready to use an OCL GPU physics based solution driver) and YET all ATI user are still waiting for something more than that
demo they did 2+ years ago. Again, another example of ATI dropping the ball and letting someone else do teh
eVGA 780i SLi AR
Windows 7 U x64
View Public Profile
Find More Posts by XMAN52373


text:
Subscribe via Newsletter
Top Posts & Pages
- breastfeeding camping children Christmas cooking craft crafts design easy eco education etsy family farm food fun garden giveaway green halloween holiday Holidays home homeschool homeschooling k12 kids K through 12 learning life linky nature Organic parenting photo photography Plant reading recipe Recreation Savings Shopping travel trending United States unschooling vacation vegetable video Wordless Wednesday
Friends and Affiliations
12 in 12 Project
This year I'm going to step out of my comfort zone and set some some monthly goals for myself. I'm calling it the 12 in 12 Project (#12in12project) come read about my goals and create some of your own. Share your goals on social media using the #12in12project hashtag!
Reading, Writing, and Texting
Homeschooling in our house looks more like unschooling so reading and writing, along with the learning of other subjects, is largely unstructured. As the kids get older though we are trying […]
Featured Stories
Zucchini Muffins – Grain, Gluten & Nut Free
Zucchini muffins are the perfect way to use up the thousands of pounds of zucchini that we get from our CSA every summer. This year though we're trying to limit […]
Knitting Patterns to Keep Your Head Roasty Toasty Warm
The leaves are turning, the temperature is dropping and it's finally fireplace season. Nothing is more relaxing to me than sitting by the fire and knitting. Although I learned to […]
3 Free Knitting Patterns That Will Keep You Warm This Winter – Friday Finds
Keeping warm by the fireplace as the days get shorter and colder? Here are three amazing free knitting patterns to help you pass the time and keep warm. I am […]
Autumn Leaf Lantern
I love fall. The changing of the leaves and the chill in the air make me think of cuddling up by firelight. So I started to think about making lanterns, […]
How to Make a Popsicle Stick & Wooden Bead Trivet
Recently this photo of my Popsicle stick trivet appeared on DIYLife. I was blown away by this and it has inspired me to finally write a tutorial for it. I originally […]
Editors' Picks
Wordless Wednesday: Sunshine and HappinessPosted on August 20 | No Comments
ALS Ice Bucket ChallengePosted on August 19 | No CommentsI was challenged to do the ALS #IceBucketChallenge by a good friend of mine last night. I'm still well within the 24 hour window and trying to decide if I […]
Wordless Wednesday – Philly Comic ConPosted on June 25 | No Comments


text:
Originally written on The 6th Sens | Last updated 4/5/13
Cory Conacher has been a name prospect the last year or so, but I can't say I've caught enough Tampa, Norfolk or Syracuse games to give an informed take on his game. So I turned to John Fontana (@Johnny_Fonts) who writes at SBN's Tampa Bay Lighting blog Raw Charge to answer a few questions fans in Ottawa may have. Oh and if you're looking for a more in-depth and detailed scouting report, John has one of those too right here. 1. How surprised were you to see Conacher in the trade Wednesday? "Gobsmacked" is the way I described how I felt, speaking to friends and publicly on Twitter, regarding the whole deal. "Surprised" just doesn't cut it. Most (if not all) Tampa Bay Lightning fans never saw this coming, no one expected it. No one thought Conacher would be dangled as a trade chip, let alone moved. That goes doubly for me. 2. What kind of player is Ottawa getting? Besides short? A spark plug. Think of Tampa Bay's Martin St Louis, subtract 14 years, add a little more wi...
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
All Sports News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Best of Yardbarker
|NFL News
|MLB News
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.
|© 2015 Yardbarker, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. (What's New?)


text:
Sebastian City Council candidates talk waterfront, government and economy at forum
SEBASTIAN — The role of local government, the working waterfront project and the economy were the top issues tackled by the five candidates for the Sebastian City Council at a candidates' forum Wednesday afternoon.
Subscribe to TCPalm
Ready to subscribe to TCPalm? Choose between a Premium or Digital subscription below.
Need Help? Call us at 1-877-710-6180.
Monday-Friday: 6am-3pm / Saturday: 6:30am-10:30am / Sunday: 7am-11am


text:
Originally written on The Last Angry Fan | Last updated 1/17/13
The NHL lockout seems to have affected some players more deeply than others, both emotionally and financially, as it appears Sharks defenseman Brent Burns ran out of money to buy the necessities like razors, shaving cream, and a comb before the Sharks official team photoshoot. Either that or Burns is trying to make 2013 the year of the Cro-Magnon surfer dude, which I can totally dig. And to think, Brent Burns used to be such a sweet, wholesome looking young man, like the kind you'd find in a 90s boy band or playing one of DJ Tanner's boyfriends on Full House. But like most things that grow hair, Brent Burns' face has changed over the years, as Puck Daddy has so brilliantly documented with this definitive pictorial of the evolution of Brent Burns… Missing link, Chewbacca, either way Brent Burns is one hairy mother…SHUT YOUR MOUTH! [H/T to Puck Daddy] The post Sharks defenseman Brent Burns may actually be the Missing Link appeared first on Last Angry Fan.
Comments are closed.
What do you think?To leave a comment, you can:
NHL News
Delivered to your inbox
You'll also receive Yardbarker's daily Top 10, featuring the best sports stories from around the web. Customize your newsletter to get articles on your favorite sports and teams. And the best part? It's free!
Follow us on Twitter
|Best of Yardbarker
|NFL News
|MLB News
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers
Join the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
What is Yardbarker?
Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.
|© 2015 Yardbarker, Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. (What's New?)


text:
Spot-Breasted Orioles, a medium-sized oriole, were primarily residents of Mexico until 1949, when the species was accidentally introduced to southern Florida, most likely occurring when a couple of Spot-Breasted Orioles escaped from a shipment.
Male and female adult Spot-Breasted Orioles have black spots on the sides of their breasts, earning the species its descriptive name.
Like other Oriole species, the Spot-Breasted Oriole feeds on insects, berries and nectar. The Spot-Breasted Oriole will seek insects from plant foliage and leaves.
Birdfeeders.com is your leading online source for oriole feeders, oriole nectar, and bird baths. We offer the broadest and deepest selection of quality bird products to make your oriole watching experience
even more enjoyable!
> Shipping Information
> Privacy & Security
> Return Policy
> Where to Buy
> Track your Order
> Birdfeeders.com FAQs
> Contact Us
> Expert Tips
> Birding FAQs
> Birding Articles
> Manuals & MSDSs
> Recommended Links
> Site Bibliography
> E-Newsletter
> Online Store
> About Birdfeeders.com
> Birdfeeders in the News
> Press Releases
> Wholesale Information
> Site Map
Contact us via email or Call Toll-Free (855)-PERKY-PET with questions or comments concerning Birdfeeders.com products.
Privacy Policy | Return Policy
© 2015 Woodstream Corporation


text:
German Oatmeal Lace Cookies
|Quick cooking rolled oats
|2⁄3 Cup (10.67 tbs)
|1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
|1⁄4 Teaspoon
|1⁄4 Teaspoon
|1⁄4 Teaspoon
|1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
|1⁄4 Pound (1/2 Cup)
|Whipping cream
|2 Tablespoon
In a small frying pan, combine all the ingredients and cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture begins to bubble.
Remove from heat; mix well.
Drop dough, 1 level teaspoon at a time (measure to make sure cookies turn out the same size), well apart onto a lightly greased cooky sheet, allowing 3 or 4 cookies to each sheet.
Bake in a 375° oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until cookies are evenly browned.
Remove from oven and let stand until cookies are firm enough to lift from pan with a spatula (less than a minute), but are still soft enough to shape. (If you want flat cookies, leave them on pans until firm, then cool on wire racks.) To shape cookies, wrap around metal pastry tubes or cones that are 1/2. inch or larger in diameter (or fashion forms from several thicknesses of heavy foil). Or drape cookies over horizontally suspended wooden spoon handles or a broomstick.
Place cookies on wire racks to cool completely; then remove forms.
Store airtight.


text:
Who are we?
HandsOn Suncoast builds stronger communities through volunteerism. We meet critical needs through volunteer service and civic engagement. Our projects make the Tampa Bay area a better place to live for everyone. We inspire, equip and mobilize people to take action.
HandsOn Network is the largest volunteer network in the nation and is the volunteer focused arm of Points of Light Institute, which includes 250 affiliate Action Centers in 16 countries. Together we deliver approximately 30 million hours of volunteer service valued at about $600 million annually.
How We Started
The Volunteer Center, a service of United Way of Hillsborough County, Inc. started HandsOn Suncoast in early 1995. They chose five program areas as the initial base for projects. The five areas were: Children, Homelessness, Housing and Rehabilitation, Food Distribution and the Environment. The first five projects in April of 1995 were with Alpha House, The Spring, Paint Your Heart Out, Metropolitan Ministries and Southwest Florida Water Management
Our Mission
HandsOn Suncoast unites volunteers with fun, flexible service projects that help build a strong, caring community.
Eduardo Feliz
Manager, Volunteer and Community Engagement
Direct line is 813-274-0999
Nicholas Castro
Manager, HandsOn Suncoast Corporate and Community Relations
Direct line is 813-274-0932
Sandra Wiles
Administrative Assistant, Volunteer Services & Public Policy
Direct line is 813-274-0949
Stephanie Woods
Bonner Leader Intern
Ravi Goldberg
Bonner Leader Intern
Emery Ivery
United Way Suncoast President - Tampa Area


text:
Results 1 to 2 of 2
Thread: New website.. help!
June 8th, 2003 #1Registered User
- Join Date
- Aug 2002
- Location
- San Francisco
- Posts
- 339
- Thanks
- 3
- Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts
New website.. help!
So... I just made a new website. Is there any way I could get hired doing anything concept related based on what's up there? What do I need more of? What should I get rid of? Any advice... especially from pros... would be helpful.
- Similar Threads
- Art: website
- My Website.
- New Website
- I've got my new website up!
- Art: My New Website
Hide this ad by registering as a memberJune 9th, 2003 #2
you don't really seem to have much in the way of concept art on your site. I suggest you do some character designs, environments, vehicles, and prop designs... from my understanding you need to show you can do more than just character concepts to land a job to concept work. If you need any ideas of what to draw, I suggest maybe doind DSG and taking it one step further to finished work... maybe look through past DSGs to get ideas of what you may want to draw.
Keep at it though... from the artwork that is on your site, you seem to be very talented... you just need to show more concept related material.


text:
Thanks for redeeming.{{else}}
Success! Thanks for repurchasing.{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if Expired}}
Increase my visibility!{{else}} {{#if IsMultiPack}}
{{#if HasMultiPack}} You have {{MultiPackCount}} top spot(s) left. Now loading you into the search listings... {{else}} You have used all top spots. Now loading you into the search listings... {{/if}}{{else}}
We are loading you into the search listing pages...{{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
{{Current}} just saw you!{{/if}} {{#if LastTopSpotPurchaseIsMulti }} {{#if HasAnyTopSpot}}
{{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} {{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Free {{/if}} {{#if HasPaidTopSpot }} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} & {{/if}} {{ MultiPackCount }} {{/if}} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{else}}
0 Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }}
{{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasResults}}
{{Current}} see you now!{{else}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
You can now invite anyone to meet at your favorite Starbucks.
Limited-time feature
41 year old man | Houston, TX, USA | Seeking women 25-40 in Texas, United States
Life is better with at co-pilot.
Well let's see... I am very laid back and enjoy life as it occurs, and I love meeting new people and getting to know them. I Love all sports, but my passion is golf. I have a sarcastic and dry wit that sometimes gets me into trouble. I am also very spontaneous. Sometime I just want to get up and go. I don't care where, or to do what. Just go, see, do… always looking for something new. I am searching for friendships more than anything, with the hope something more may develope. I am searching for someone that shares some of my interests and is willing to invite me to experience new ones. What I am really wanting is to just go out have fun. I am very easy to talk to and like to make people smile. Personality is foremost the most important thing above all else, But I need a lady in my life that is not afraid to say how she is feeling. Someone that is not introverted and is willing to express herself. I enjoy just going out to dinner, a movie, maybe shooting a little pool, drinking a couple of beers, just relaxing and getting to know you.
Camping , Dining out , Movies/Videos , Music and concerts , Playing cards , Political interests , Religion/Spiritual , Travel/Sightseeing , Video games , Watching sports
Auto racing / Motorcross, Baseball, Basketball, Billiards / Pool, Bowling, Football, Golf, Swimming, Walking / Hiking
I exercise 1-2 times per week.
I like Cats, Dogs
There is always too much to see to limit the choices to one. However Jillians, Dave and Busters, or My couch with a DvD.
I would like to eat Mexican or Italian at a red Restaurant while sitting at a blue table inside Fry's electronics. while on the T.V in the background is a Sci-fi flick, and i'm treading a Dean Koontz novel. thats if I cant be on the golf course. :-)
I enjoy playing golf whenever possible and If the weather won't permit, the movies and a dinner at Olive garden or Ninfas. I am not a big fan of the "bar scene" but I will go to play pool or watch a game when the mood strikes.
Dean Koontz "The Husband" great book. I highly recommend it, Ramsey. Might have been Your Profile.
Z{{Cta}} {{#if HasMoreInfo}} ?{{CtaSecondary}} {{/if}}
|What he is looking for
|6'3" (190cms)
|5'0" (152cms) to 6'3" (190cms)
|Body type:
|About average, Curvy, Full-figured, A few extra pounds
|Auburn / Red, Black, Light brown, Dark brown, Blonde, Dark blonde
|No Way
|No Way, Occasionally, Yes, but trying to quit
|Social Drinker
|Never, Social Drinker
|Travel / Hospitality / Transportation
|No preference
Inventory Logistics.
|$50,001 to $75,000
|No preference
|No preference
|Have kids:
|Yes, and they live away from home (3)
|Yes, and they sometimes live at home, No
|Wants kids:
|Probably not
|Not sure, Probably not, No
|White / Caucasian
|Asian, East Indian, Latino / Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Native American, Pacific Islander, White / Caucasian
|Christian / Protestant
|Christian / Catholic, Christian / LDS, Christian / Protestant, Jewish, Spiritual but not religious, Christian / Other
I talk/Pray to GOD daily and am very grateful for the sacrifice Jesus made to save me from my sinful nature
|Some college
|High school