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Jun 15 2009
Someone Needs to Have a Baby Girl
People are so rude! My sister, for one. She had the audacity to give birth to a baby boy last summer. And Teresa? Cousin Matteo's wife? The one who was supposed to satisfy my need to have another female baby in my life? She went and gave birth last week. To a BOY.
I've never been treated thusly in all my life.
Someone needs to have a girl baby, STAT. Look at this yellow pair.
And I happen to think the white pair is exceptionally cute. Reminds me of white tights and black patent shoes at Christmastime.
I actually bought these sweet socks, which are sold in sets of six, at a darling little gift shop in the town where we live over a year ago. And I've been waiting. Waiting. Waiting. Does the earth not need girls anymore? I can't figure out what's going on.
The MaryJane socks are sold at Trumpette, and are sold in sets of six in either 0-12 month size or 1-2. Aside from either pastel or bright MaryJanes…and the MaryJanes even come in *gasp* BROWN:
They also make stripes, polka dots, animal print…and some boy "lace-up" styles. (Please note: when I first visited their website and saw the price of $24.50, I almost had a coronary until I realized that's the price for a six-pair set. Just wanted to prepare you.)
I think these would make a sweet, sweet baby shower gift.
Cuteness. Cuteness to the max, man.
Hey! I have a fun idea. If you're reading this, happen to be pregnant, and know beyond a shadow of a doubt (or okay…suspect) that you're having a girl, tell me so in the Comments section of this post. I'd love to know there's hope for the female race.
At the end of the day, I'll randomly select ten (10) girl-expectant mamas and send them a set of MaryJanes of their choice.
Believe me…it will make my day. And my sister will thank you because then I would stop pestering her to hurry up and have a girl.
She might even kiss your feet.
Giveaway sponsored by P-Dub. Trumpette has never heard of me, and even if they had heard of me they wouldn't care. They're too busy making cute socks. Goodbye forever.
2299 Comments
Christa On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:32 pm
I am pregnant but I don't know what I'm having. My instinct is that it's a girl. But if I win and I end up having a boy, a friend of mine is definitely pregnant with a girl so they won't go to waste. Please please pick me
Tricia M. On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:32 pm
Due on October 7th with baby #4!
dianagrind On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:33 pm
I have a new great neice. Does that count? I know she would LOOOOVE these socks.
Kara On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:38 pm
I just had a girl 4 weeks ago!
angie On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:40 pm
Hooray for me! I'm pregnant with a girlie-girl, due mid-October! And those adorable little socks are right up my alley. Pick me, pick me!
Carly On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:43 pm
I'm not due until January, but if it's not a girl, I have plenty of friends who could put the cute socks to use!
Saja On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:44 pm
My husband and I are expecting our first child in 4 weeks…a baby girl. We're so excited! My mom's already bought every stitch of clothing needed for the first 3 years, so I don't need to win the Mary Janes but I can assure you baby girls are definitely still cooking.
Pumpkin87 On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:51 pm
does it count if i just had a baby girl? her little feet would be so adorable in these…
Melissa On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:52 pm
Well, I think I am done at adopting two great kids (unless God has other plans and we get a sibling call, or funnier yet, I get pregnant). I just had to comment because those are way too cute! I wish I had known about them when my babies were young.
Maybe this is a sign that you need to have another girl, Ree!
Jacqueline On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:54 pm
I just had my first baby on April 1st. (She was kind enough not to "fool" us, and was a girl, just like the u/s tech told us she would be.) So I'm not expecting. But I do have a baby girl. Who would look uber-cute in those socks. And her name is Olive. Those socks would be extra-uber-cute on a little girl named Olive.
Yes. I am shamelessly begging for these socks. And I'm not even pregnant anymore.
hollase On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:56 pm
I'm looking forward to my new little niece (at least thats what she appears to be) in September. I don't have kiddos yet so I need to spoil her!
Christy M On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:58 pm
I am going to be having my little girl by thi end of this week!! I am so excited. I have two little boys at home and need a change of pace. Her due date is Friday, but they are going to induce me on Thursday!!
Judy@In His Grip On Tuesday, June 16 at 1:59 pm
On my gosh, I am not expecting know some girlies that are and they would love, love, love, them.
Charity (in Utah) On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:01 pm
I wish I were prego. But alas, you have to have a man to help with that, and unlike you, I am NOT surrounded by men.
I did get the pleasure of giving birth to a girl 9 years ago. Girls are so much fun.
As for your socks. I bought my cousin some at a stand in the mall last summer. They are super cute!
RW On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:01 pm
Im due the end of July with a baby GIRL!!! its my 1st! wahoo!!
Jamie On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:07 pm
I had my little girl in Dec '08, and my sister AND sister-in-law are expecting girls in August! I'm sure they'd love those socks for when fall hits hard out here in the NW
Beccaroons On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:11 pm
Man! I always miss the good ones. I just had a baby girl three weeks ago tomorrow. Sigh. Now I must go feed her…something at least 3/4 of my life is spent doing now…she's an eater!
Laura M. On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:11 pm
My cousin/best friend is going to be having a new baby girl any day now. She has the cutest 18 month old already. I buy those two things all the time. I don't have any kids yet myself, but the baby section of the local Kohls has become a money sucking place for me!
Raquel On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:12 pm
i have one girl age 11, i have since had 4 boys in a row and NOW i am getting another baby girl YIP-YEEEEE!!!
Karla On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:13 pm
dooce just had a baby girl on sunday..
noel On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:15 pm
New niece.
Jennifer J. On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:18 pm
I'm having a baby girl in September! I have two boys already so I'm super excited! Those little bitty socks are to die for!!!
Emily On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:23 pm
I am having a baby girl. She is due in October. I have two sons and this will be the first baby girl for our family in 35 years. Needless to say, we are all beyond excited. I have loved being a mommy to boys but can't wait to experience mommyhood with a daughter.
jane lowe On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:27 pm
Girl!!!!!!!!!!!! Coming to our home soon! Thankyou! Happy, excited grandma!
Shawna W. On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:27 pm
Actually our 4th and final will be delivered via c-section a week from tomorrow. A wee girl to be named Carys Jade… See there are lots of little girls being born all over!!
Tara On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:29 pm
You're not helping my sadness over boy #4 here who's due in September Ree!!
Kate On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:31 pm
Can I enter for my sister? She currently has one little (6 month girl) and is expecting another in December (surprise baby!). I know she'd love a pair!
Corrine On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:31 pm
My best friend's daughter is having a baby girl TODAY! Right now!!!!!!
Tami On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:34 pm
One friend, Rachel who is set to be induced on Friday is according to all of the 3D ultrasounds having a little girl. We call her trtlbby. http://trtlgrlcrafts.blogspot.com/
Charice On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:34 pm
Expecting our first little girl on September 4th this year! After having two little rough housin' guys she will be a welcomed addition.
Stacy On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:35 pm
Too cute! I'm not pregnant anymore, but I did just have my second baby girl on May 11th. And I think she would look very adorable in those socks!
Katie in California On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:39 pm
This is SO weird because I just received an Email this morning from my cousin announcing she's having a girl in November!!!! She's a dancer and I think she'd LOVE these for her baby girl:)
Melanie from deep in the heart of cow country Texas On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:40 pm
I am about 8 weeks pregnant with number 3. ( I am supposed to have appointment 2 Thursday) We are hoping for good news for a change. I have seen these socks before but they did not have them when my little girl was a baby. If things do not work out for me I know lots of pregnant mommies to give them to. Say some prayers for a good appointment.
Tiffany On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:49 pm
I have had my eyes on these ever since I saw them too I am expecting baby #3 in a week. We have 2 boys & do not know the gender of this baby – but my oldest (3 1/2) is adamant that it is a little sister & even calls it 'Little Sis'. Time will tell whether or not he's been onto something this whole pregnancy
Rachael On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:49 pm
june 23rd- girl!
Bee-Naz On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:52 pm
Well I'm kid free but my sister has a 2 year old little girl. Funny story, before she had her I had a dream that she was preggers and had a little girl….within a day or two of the conception date!! About a month an half ago I had ANOTHER dream and this time I was travelling somewhere but dying to get home urgently because they had a baby girl I was dying to see. Turns out she's about 7-8 weeks along now and we'll be travelling overseas (as in the dream) on her delivery date. Creepy coincidence or sisterly bond? You be the judge….just give me those adorable socks! =D
Melissa On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:56 pm
I feel like everyone I know is having baby girls!!! My sister just had a baby girl, my sister in law now has 2 baby girls and my co-worker is also having a girl in July! So there is hope for the female race!!!
Suzanne On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:58 pm
My brother and his sweet wife are expecting a girl about Halloween. They are so excited and I would love to be able to pass such adorable little socks on to them. I would of course give them with love from you, as well as me.
Janae On Tuesday, June 16 at 2:59 pm
I have a girl, and am planning on having at least one more in the future….count me in!?
Jennifer Rees On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:01 pm
I'm having a GIRL in December!!!!!!! Our 4th!!!!!! Would love some cute socks!
Sara G. On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:02 pm
Well, I am due in September with my third BOY – so don't pick me – but have you found anything as undeniably cute as those precious socks for little boys??? If you have, please share.
And yeah, I was a teensy bit sad I wasn't having a little girl this time around. All because of the socks, if you must know. No lie.Â
Angela D On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:19 pm
Hi PW! I'm not an expectant mama but we recently adopted a little girl from China and she would look sooooooo cute in these socks ~ too adorable (and so is she
Andrea Wilson On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:19 pm
I'm expecting a boy AND a girl!!! Scheduled c-section is July 16th; not sure if I'll make it that far!
Robyn On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:22 pm
My dear friend is due any day now with her first girl after 4 boys. She would LOVE these!
Tess On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:23 pm
 just learned yesterday that i am pregnant!!! keeping our fingers crossed that it's a GIRL…hoping luck is on our side since i'm one of 7 girls out of 8 kids in my family! love the trumpette socks…bought some for my girlfriend who had a baby in may!
Aubrey B On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:24 pm
Does it count if we're trying to get pregnant right now…and I have a feeling we're going to have a girl first? (it runs in the family)
Veronica On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:25 pm
My friend Summer is pregnant with her first and it's a girl! She is due in September. Those socks are adorable!
Sarah S. H. On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:33 pm
 My sister is pregnant, she's due in about a month. It's very exciting! We're STILL trying to decide on a name! Any suggestions? I showed her this post, she told me that if I didn't win her these socks, I would have no chance of getting a baby named after me.
Serena On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:34 pm
 One of my oldest friends from high school is having TWIN GIRLS and has a baby shower coming up… These would be perfect!
sara On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:38 pm
My bestfriend is having a girl November 19th! She wanted a girl so bad she even went and did a 3d ultrasound SUPER early to find out. She'd love them
Erin On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:42 pm
My first niece was born yesterday! She weighs in at a respectable 7 lbs. 11oz. Mom and baby are doing great! (and would love those socks!)
Shelley On Tuesday, June 16 at 3:52 pm
My daughter just grew out of her last pair. I loved these little socks. My favorite were the tights with the black mary janes (sometimes I would add a little rhinestone to the side where the buckle would be to fancy them up even more). They were perfect at Christmas time. She would always lose her shoes in church before I found these.
Jen O On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:10 pm
I have 2 girls and we are now expecting twins this fall. Boy and girl. Man, do I feel bad for the little fellow!
Jess On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:14 pm
One of my good friends is having girl!
Queen of the Click On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:16 pm
I didn't realize you were P-Dub – LOL. And what's with the goodbye forever. Send me the socks girl!
Autumn On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:22 pm
I'd have 3 girls for those cute socks!
And did you see the cute Mary Jane Rubber boots on Trumpettes site! If only they were in my size.
Ruth On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:24 pm
I just had a baby girl three months ago, does that count?? I would love these little socks for her, so adorable!
Vale On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:38 pm
My sister is 37 weeks pregnant and having a girl. Her baby wanted to be born early and she's been locked up in her house since early march! So maybe I can participate and win them for her? They're so cute!! I'm not in the U.S. though
Amy Freeman On Tuesday, June 16 at 4:41 pm
I am pregnant, due 11-14. I already have 2 girls, and will find out in 1 week if girl #3 is coming! My guess- it's a girl. My sister is having her 5th boy, and if we follow the pattern of our family, it will be girls us, boys them. We shall see…
onecrazymama On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:03 pm
I had my first grandbaby last year, a girl, and my second will be coming in August, also a girl. They are so much fun to shop for.
Julia Ann On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:11 pm
moira On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:11 pm
i just had a girl on June 1st and her name is Mary so I really need the Mary Janes
Julia Ann On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:12 pm
Yes, yes I am having a girl, the first grandchild on both sides. Sept 5th due date. I saw some of thes while visiting my aunt in Nashville and have been regretting I didn't buy some, so I'd love to win.
Tiffani Baum On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:14 pm
Sooo Cute. I would love to win them for my first grandbaby. Yes, it's a girl and due Sept 5th.
Joyce On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:14 pm
Does it count that I had my daughter 8 months ago when my four boys were 14, 12, 11, and 9 years old?
We waited FOREVER for her!!!! And we all ADORE her!!!!!
You can see some pictures of her at my listed website.
Mary M. On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:17 pm
I have a 6 mo. little girl that would look faboulous in these!
Dana On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:22 pm
I am preggers right now, about 12 weeks!!
Just for fun, I took the chinese zodiak prediction test yesterday and it said we will have a girl!! Which would be sweeeeet since I already have 2 boys, this is #3 and the last one for us!!
Annie Chen On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:36 pm
Our 'lil Ladybug would look adorable in these socks
Shelby On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:39 pm
Well, back from a 2D sono and the doctor says that this baby is, as I suspected, most likely a girl. #3 for me! Yay!
Laurie T On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:40 pm
One of my daughter's friends just found out she's having a girl!
kare f On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:42 pm
we are adopting a little girl from China. we have been waiting for 3 years and should travel in 2010. we have been collecting items for her and can't wait to dress her in all the little dresses and bows.
love the socks too!
Judy Woodworth On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:45 pm
I've been buying these for years for everyone I know that is expecting a baby girl. They're so fantastic! Sorry, I don't have nor am I expecting, I just wanted to jump in and live vicariously through all those who will have the pleasure of a baby girl!
Betsy On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:45 pm
I am not pregnant; but when I did have a baby girl, she wore those little socks just about everywhere! I was addicted to Trumpette socks for her. The Mary Jane socks are just the beginning — sneakers, golf shoes, cowboy boots… it's all there. I LOVE THOSE LITTLE SOCKS!! Ten expectant mothers are going to be all "squeeeeeee!!!!" when they get those!
Linda from Linden, VA On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:46 pm
How about Pastor Ryan's wife?
Tammy On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:48 pm
My favorite cousin just found out she is having a little girl. We are all SO excited… especially to dress her! I'd love to win a set to give her as a lovely gift!
Karyn On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:51 pm
My friend at work is having a girl – she's due on July 21st and can't wait to be done!
Jennifer On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:54 pm
Love them! I just gave birth to a beautiful daughter named Layla on June 12th
Kristen On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:55 pm
Send them to Dooce! She just had a very sweet baby girl!
Tiffany H. On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:56 pm
soooo cute!!!
Brittany On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:59 pm
These are too adorable. We am expecting our first baby girl in November, and I would love to be able to put these on her tiny feet. BTW, her name is Whitley Kay, just in case you wanted to know
Brittany On Tuesday, June 16 at 5:59 pm
These are too adorable. We are expecting our first baby girl in November, and I would love to be able to put these on her tiny feet. BTW, her name is Whitley Kay, just in case you wanted to know
Amy On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:01 pm
Well, although I'm on the surgery charts for July 6th for my 2nd BOY, a dear friend of mine is expecting her first child (a GIRL) the week after me. So, I guess I'm submitting as a surrogate. =)
Jenny On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:04 pm
I just had a baby girl! Jaime Ella.. does that count? She's sweet as pie! She'd make you want another, I bet
michelle in auburn On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:08 pm
I myself AM NOT pregnant but a good friend is due to have a little girl in 3 weeks.
Natalie Block On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:08 pm
My first grandchild in July and guess what… IT'S A GIRL!
I can't wait to meet her… there's nothing like a dame!
Lanabanana On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:12 pm
please please please can I have these? I live in Canada – I don't think they're as easily available ;o) Please please?
Emily H-K On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:27 pm
I had my own sweet baby girl 7 months ago, and now do believe I must get her some of those socks! Mary-Jane feeties = super cute!
I also found out my best friend from middle school is expecting a girl. It's hard knowing she's going thru this stuff, yet now we're half a world away. Maybe I'll get her new one some sockies too!
Kim On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:29 pm
I'm expecting a niece. Sorry if that makes you jealous.
Ashley On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:31 pm
I don't think I'm pregnant, but my sister actually just had a baby girl, so there is still hope.
midnacht On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:32 pm
here this doesnt count for the prize. but i thought you should know, well maybe as a fathers nightmare but……. my friend, his wife and him have 12 kids. and ummm 11 of them are girls. LOL the last one was a boy. so dont worry girls are being born out there.
Amy Long On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:39 pm
I have a 2 yr old little boy but in just 6 short weeks, a sweet little girl will join our family. We can't wait. Those socks are adorable!
Brynna On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:42 pm
I had a baby girl a year ago and had these socks. They are great! I have one friend right now who is expecting a girl in October, but I will give her mine. Just wanted to say that these are so cute. I am glad you had this post. It brought back a lot of memories.
Msyberryetta On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:53 pm
My sweet cousin, Melissa (who is named after the Allman Brothers song), is having girl next month after having two boys. These are the cutest things I've ever seen! And I haven't gotten the baby anything yet and this is far better than anything I can come up with.
Anonymous On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:54 pm
Karen On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:55 pm
I'm not pregnant, but my best friend is and they are 90% sure it's a girl! And if I don't win these, I will still be buying some for her!
Barbara On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:57 pm
Pick me! Pick ME!!! A good friend of mine is having a baby girl named Avery in 8 DAYS!!!
Terri Adams On Tuesday, June 16 at 6:57 pm
I love the socks nearly enough to become pregnant myself-at 49! My neice is pregnant and due in October and her Doc has confirmed what she already knew-it's a girl!
Jodi On Tuesday, June 16 at 7:03 pm
Not me…but my sister in law is having a little girl in September and I would happily pass them along. Those are so adorable.
Amanda Young On Tuesday, June 16 at 7:03 pm
I had these for my daughter and I had the ballet shoes too! These are so fun and I get them for baby gifts all the time. For little boys they have camo, sneakers, cowboy boots, and golf shoes…just to name a few! We'll have to wait and see what my current belly is before I decide what Trumpette socks to get next!
Jenny On Tuesday, June 16 at 7:03 pm
I live in a world full of testosterone—my only daughter is away at college and the rest of the family consists of the XY type.I need more estrogen in my life! I am not pregnant…..but I have a sweet little preemie niece named ELLA who would be precious in those socks.


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Lorrie Brilla
Kinesiology and Physical Education Program
|Carver Gym 26
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Ph.D., Exercise Physiology, University of Oregon, 1983
M.S., Applied Physiology, Pennsylvania State University, 1978
B.S., Biology, Pennsylvania State University, 1976
Research Interests
Nutrition, specifically magnesium effects in health and physical performance is a primary research interest. The health effects are related to lipid metabolism and body pools of magnesium. The performance effects of magnesium on strength, aerobic exercise performance, and its co-activating influences with creatine have been salient research projects. Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) in health and physical performance is also a key interest. IMT influence on paradoxical vocal fold motion is an interdisciplinary research endeavor with the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department. IMT effects in athletes on physical performance have been studied with emphasis on respiratory function and related oxygen delivery. Collaborative studies are conducted in various areas: elderly, arthritis, and analysis of equipment. Graduate students have conducted eclectic thesis projects under my supervision, depending on their interests, with consideration of technical and financial limitations. Examples include performance implications of omega-3 fatty acids, physiological attributes of rock climbers, sonic driving and performance, and Pilates training effects on abdominal muscle function. A number of grants on which I have been principal investigator have been awarded from external sources, including Albion Laboratories, Metagenics, Inc., OmegaPure, Inc., and Creative Health Products.
Before entering academia, I had seven years of clinical
experience which included cardiac rehabilitation,
echocardiography, and directing a Non-Invasive Cardiac
Laboratory. Related certifications include:
American College of Sports Medicine: Certified Program Director, 1987, Certified Exercise Specialist, 1978, Certified Exercise Technologist, 1978
American College of Nutrition: Certified Nutrition Specialist, 1995
National Foundation for Non-Invasive Diagnostics: Certification, Phonocardiography, 1979, Certification, Basic and Advanced Echocardiographic Measurements, 1979, Certification, Basic Echocardiography, 1979
American Association for Cardiographic Technologists: Certification, Electrocardiography, 1979.
From 1983 to 1985, I was a Lecturer at Ballarat University, Australia. Since 1985, I have been at WWU. Sabbatical work has been conducted with Dr. Sighart Golf, Justus Lieberg University and with Dr. Luca Gatteschi, Sports Medicine Clinic, Florence, Italy in 1996. In 2001, my sabbatical was hosted by Louise Burke, Ph.D., R.D., IAAF Medical & Anti-Doping Commission Member and head of Sports Nutrition at the Australian Institute of Sport, and Maria Fiatarone-Singh, M.D., John Sutton Chair of Exercise and Sport Science, Sidney University, Australia. An American Physiological Society award was received to attend the International Physiological Congress in Christchurch, New Zealand in August 2001. The 2007 sabbatical award was used to develop a multi-dimensional CD/DVD Applied Physiology Laboratory Manual.
Fellow status has been awarded from the American College of Sports Medicine, American College of Nutrition, and the Human Biology Association.
Outside activities have been varied. The prominent activity was playing competitive rugby for 16 years including participation at the national playoffs and achieving selection for regional all-star teams, reffing rugby for three years, and coaching the WWU women's team for eight years.
Courses Taught
A. Departmental FTE Responsibilities
Direct Adult Fitness Program/Center for Fitness Evaluation
- KIN 413 Physiology of Exercise
- KIN 491 Field Experience
- KIN 513* Exercise Programming
- KIN 540* Applied Physiology
- HLED 201 Perspectives on Lifestyle and Wellness (GUR)
- KIN 415 Fitness Appraisal and Exercise Programming
- KIN 491 Field Experience
- KIN 510** Laboratory Techniques in Exercise Science
- KIN 413 Physiology of Exercise
- KIN 414 Nutrition and Physical Activity
- KIN 491 Field Experience
- KIN 511*** Hypokinetic Disease and Physical Activity
*alternate years; **odd years; ***even years
Typically offer 2-3 enrichment workshops. Samplings of one-credit workshop topics are (PE 445):
- Nutrition and Performance
- Assessment of the Industrial Athlete
- Storytelling and Sports
- Exercise Programming
- Body Works
- Rugby Skills
Offered as required by students and program
- KIN 400 Directed Independent Study
- KIN 471/472 Internship
- KIN 493 Exercise/Sport Science Research
- KIN 494 Instructional Assistant
- KIN 500 Directed Independent Study
- KIN 502 Research in Physical Education
- KIN 520 Readings in Physical Education
- KIN 592 Internship
- KIN 690 Thesis
B. Instructional Development Activities
- Teacher/Scholar Institute Workshop, April, 1986
- Instructional Skills Workshop, February, 1988
- Teacher/Scholar Institute Workshop, May, 1988
- Long Distance Learning Workshop, February, 1992
- Technologies in Instruction: The New Frontier, April, 1992
- Collaborative Learning Workshop, April, 1998
- Building Community and Reducing Prejudice, January 2001
- Ethics At Work, 2005
- Retreat on Content and Correctness in Evaluating Writing, 2006
- First Year Learning Communities and Course Development
Workshop, 2006
- Enhanced Options for Teaching and Learning with Blackboard, 2007

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Google has officially announced that they're working on a high resolution version of their Chrome browser for the new Retina display MacBook Pro. Yes, that's true. Google wants its browser to look amazingly beautiful and clean on that super high resolution display.
Apple announced the all new next generation MacBook Pro with the Retina display, improved hardware and design a few days ago at WWDC 2012. The Retina display on the new MacBook Pro has a screen resolution of 2880×1800, much more than that of a Full HD TV. All that goodness packed in to a 15 inch screen makes it impossible to see any pixels at all. And Google wants their Chrome browser to look good on it as well.
You always want Chrome to look great, no matter what device you're using. Apple recently announced a new laptop with a Retina high-resolution screen, and we're committed to polishing Chrome until it shines on that machine.
If you've already got your new Macbook Pro, you can try out the Chrome Canary browser, which brings high resolution to the browser. Of course, this is still in development and a full stable release will be out soon. Most of the Mac apps are yet to get the Retina treatment, but if you don't like Chrome, you can stick to Safari. Apple's stock browser has already received Retina display support and few other apps as well. The Retina display MacBook Pros have started arriving at door steps, if you ordered one, yours should arrive soon.


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La Porte at Klein Forest – 7 p.m., Klein Memorial Klein Forest: With quarterback Matt Davis back in the fold, the Golden Eagles have jumped out to two strong victories. The performance in the 28-7 rout of Marshall continued to highlight the explosive offense. La Porte: The Bulldogs' stingy defense recorded three interceptions in Week […] [Read More]
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A business and technology news website rated UMass Lowell as the most underrated college in the country in a feature released Wednesday that compared university rankings with how much money graduates can expect to earn.
The Business Insider story compares rankings from U.S. News & World Report to PayScale.com's midcareer salary rank for various universities.
The website created a composite ranking of universities and colleges that placed UMass Lowell's ranking at 680 among institutions judged by U.S. News & World Report. Payscale.com ranks UMass Lowell 82nd among universities in midcareer salary.
"Future income isn't the only factor that should determine college choice, but it may be the most important one," wrote authors Jennifer Polland, Max Rosenberg and Walter Hickey.


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The Break Room Interviews: Jonathan Blow
The creator of Braid talks about his latest project, his willingness to speak his mind, and his ideas on how to elevate the cultural significance of games.
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Jonathan Blow is the man.
Yes, because nodding your head and smiling isn't considered to be just basic kindness while in a conversation.
I wouldn't call Braid art or compare it to movies or novels, but it did provide an interesting, unique, and even fun experience. Heavy Rain is pretty close to being a traditional point-and-click adventure game, but it has almost no puzzles and ends up feeling more like a Choose Your Own Adventure novel or interactive movie. I say this after watching a walkthrough, which leaves me with little to no desire to play the game since there isn't much meaningful interaction, it is heavily story-based, and I've already seen the whole story. I may play it someday anyway, but I'm thinking I'll wait a few years until I forget enough of it for it to be interesting.
Man why'd they have to film this in a cafeteria
Good interview. It seems to me that real Perspective is essential if you are honestly working to raise-the-bar in gaming. It also seems to me that real Perspective is essential to raise-the-bar generally with anything that is important or meaningful in life.
Thanks Tom. Very good job.
Hats off to Tom Mcshea for such a great interview!!!
Love these break room interviews, laid back, raw and unedited. Awesome discussion.
I agree with him on what you want out of games changing as you age. These days with both TV and games I want to play something that leaves me feeling that it was worthwhile and challenged me in some way (either that or has very well realised characterisations that can play to my emotional intelligence).
These days I find it really hard to get behind a game unless it has that deeper hook or in Japanese (so I can focus on my language learning)...but nowadays just having the latter doesn't do it for me. A lot of the games I play suddenly seem big and dumb...and I don't mean the obvious ones like explosion-filled action games; there is something contrived about many games in general as the actions characters take in games for instance are often the result of game-logic rather than something any person would do in the situations they found. When you step back and look at what the characters are doing (and why) it suddenly seems really bizarre.
He's a very interesting man.... to say the least.
Well we will have to wait and see.It does though sounds very interesting and the interview is very well done congrats
Braid was awesome, definitely looking forward to this.
whatever restaurant they're in played passion pit for like the whole interview
Great interview! Thanks! This sounds like it could be interesting. I'm a big Myst fan.
Elevating the cultural significance of games is no more difficult than raising the bar on quality, including in basic concept and development, and disowning trash media and content from what should be an otherwise-respectable artform...OF COURSE I am referring to content and rating, EVERYTHING ELSE by comparison is irrelevant when discussing trash games, not when we really want to make games respectable.
i don't understand why anything he is saying is considered controversial. it's all extremely obvious. even tom was too embarrassed to tell jonathon that gamespot gave red dead redemption game of the year (unlike journey). everybody knows that game publishers, like movie producers, won't take large risks and game critics can only compare games to other games. anything with a little story that makes sense seems deeper, even when it isn't. the takeaway is the developer's like jonathon and journalists like tom are trying very hard to push things in what they believe is the right direction... which is happening, albeit very slowly.
It's strange; I like his GAME, I'm looking forward to 'The Witness', and I agree with most of what he has to say, but I hate HIM. He seems to be putting on this tortured artist/fragile genius mask, and that's all that kind of attitude is, just a show for the person doing it.
Good interview. Relaxed, insightful and very well articulated. A nice way to begin a Sunday morning.
This is a great show Tom, thanks!
The problem is industry and prestige, Game Publishers don't care about the artform, its the nature of their business to care about quarterly statements but the developers that do care about art need the publishers to make the game, so most AAA's end up in a stalemate of interests. The counter to this is prestige which movies have in the form of Oscars/Baftas/Sundance/Cannes etc... Until we have more developers/publishers that chase a prestige rather than survival through money it will be very hard to gain cultural significance. Also to move into a higher realm of art, Game Fans need to accept change, without change things can't move forward but without the fans they can't keep doing what their doing (another stalemate of interest) in the end... its hopeless really lol
A new game? Can't wait to cry, ponder my existence and talk about my feelings.
The Thomist philosopher Etienne Gilson wrote:
Obviously, if there is in a substance anything that is act, it is not the matter, it is the form. The form then is the very act whereby a substance is what it is, and, if a being is primarily or, as Aristotle himself says, almost exclusively what it is, each being is primarily and almost exclusively its form. The distinctive character of a truly Aristotelian metaphysics of being...lies in the fact that it knows of no act superior to form, not even existence. There is nothing above being; there is nothing above the form, and this means that the form of a given being is an act of which there is no act.
This is why games are the most significant cultural form in a world that offers such limited possibilities for so many. You can exist via games in a world that is virtually without possibilities beyond selling your labour for long periods of every day and being continuously assessed while being denied access to anything (the other main experience of people).
Chico86 - took the words out of my mouth. The discourse was deep, meaningful, and insightful. They touched on a number of issues that I have been struggling for many years to put a face and name to. I especially like the comparison to film, literature, and other art forms. Well done!
Hands down the best gaming interview I've ever seen in my life, right here! Thanks Jonathan and Tom, truly.
I wonder if he could sell his last name for $15,000 per kilo.
I wondered a bit about the life of those goomba/lion head guys in Braid. They get shot out of a cannon often right into a deadly situation like a pit of flaming spikes or whatever. Do they not have an existence until they are shot out of the cannon? That's a cruel life. Do they have a family of little lion heads that they are being taken from? I don't know which one is worse.
The less than enthusiastic "ouch" noises always make me smile though. You have terrible little lives. Show it, furry Camus.
Jonathan's face at 35:20 when the interviewer mentions angry birds, priceless
I like his critique of BioShock. I had the same take away from it. Its message was hidden behind the game play.
There's a growing problem I've been thinking about for awhile and it comes out a lot in this video. Elitism, and Tom is LOVING it :), he's the perfect choice for this interview. Game journalists, which in the gaming industry are also reviewers, are losing touch with the actual gaming public. It's part of why indie gaming is so hyped now, and yes I believe it is hype, many indie games are shallow and have nothing innovative in them, they just use simple graphics and claim it's some unique art style. And before you flame me with examples, I said MOST not ALL :).
Personally, for me maybe not everyone, story is not a big problem in games today. What turns me off from many of today's games is simple gameplay mechanics, things like quick time events and heavily scripted sequences that give the damned cinematic experience everyone talks about now, at the expense of gameplay. Shooting guys in the face can be a great game, I just prefer to do it in a game where I need to make good use of tactics to succeed at it.
There's nothing wrong with shooters you know, just like there's nothing wrong with other genres. As an example, Call of Duty, the game everyone loves to hate now. I haven't really played it since it left WWII, and I don't care for it much, I actually think it's too simple, too run and gun. But, I cannot deny that it has to be doing something right to be so popular and enjoyed by so many people. I'm looking forward to a game called Takedown because it's supposedly going to be all tactical and more realistic. Still, I don't feel the need to call the CoD fans stupid idiots for liking their game that might be considered more simple and less difficult. Hey, even if the tactics are very simple, being fast enough to make a shot in a so called twitch shooter takes skill, it's just a different type of skill than other games.
Ah, my comments are kind of disjointed but I'm just getting tired of this subtle (sometimes not so much) condescending undertone I keep getting from many of today's gaming journalists.
I wonder how Jonathan feels about Antechamber.
so what games was he talking about on twitter..I checked but didn't really find out
@Jazztickets Because the museum was taken.
@Articuno76 I can absolutely relate to that. A good indication is when you think about how you approach puzzles or challenges in a game. Do you actually put yourself in the characters' shoes and try to figure out a solution for their situation, or are you just analysing the game rules and mechanics on a superficial level, and try to find a way how to beat them? When it's the latter, I find that I get bored a lot quicker. You're getting better at playing one specific game, but it's not something that stays with you when you stop playing it.
It's very similar to films. Either you're really involved with the plot and characters, or you're basically just trying to figure out which Hollywood cliché they will bring next. Might be good for easy entertainment, but I usually prefer one that you can think about, discuss with others, and want to watch again some day. I only have time for so many films/games, so I'd rather watch/play something that I get the most out of.
Gamers haven't been just teenagers for a long time now, and bringing more meaningful titles must be a huge, virtually untapped market.
@Otacon6669 Licensing fees incoming!
@hystavito Personally, I am fine with being accused of "losing touch" with the gaming public (whatever that means; I am *part* of the gaming public, as far as I'm concerned) if it means that I can support games that try to do something more emotionally and intellectually engaging than shooting guys in the face. If you are content with a bunch of shooters, and not having games emotionally or intellectually challenge you in other ways, that's fine. I'm glad, however, that many of us know that games can be--and often are--much more than that.
@RetroSEAL he was promoting it on twitter with links and wishes
@ABEzilla116 Those publishers are very few today. But like in music the good news is that they have lost a lot of importance. AAA publishers spend millions on ever flashier graphics for their titles, but today Indie developers can use technology that would have been cutting edge just 5 or so years ago, for very little money. Let alone the possibilities for independent distribution. 20-25 years ago you could create a top-of-the-line game with a couple of friends. We're slowly getting there again.
@Travis_Odell You seem like a very pleasant person.
@Travis_Odell @Chico86_basic Sorry for having an opinion and genuinely liking this interview. What's your problem?
@Kevin-V @hystavito But you see, you're doing it right there :). I'm not being a jerk or feeling insulted, honestly, but look at what you said and how you said it. Instead of saying that you are glad those other games exist, you said you are glad that many of you know they can exist. I just looked up the definition of elitism, and that is a key element :).
I'm like a grumpy old gamer now that dislikes many of today's games, and that would include many of those games that do not challenge people intellectually or emotionally. But it's not because I think they are lowbrow or something, they're just different.
@obsequies @RetroSEAL It looks extremely interesting. Definitely need to give it a buy don't I?
@hystavito @Kevin-V You have no idea what ur talking about lol.
@Gwoolhurme @hystavito Agreed. I don't see it either. I don't know whether he sees something we don't or what. I pretty much agree with Tom and his thinking on games but I don't consider myself an elitist or a snob. And on another point one of the most annoying things in the world is another person telling you what your motivations are. You will never know.
@hystavito I hardly find game journalists, especially on this website to be elitist at all, nor did I understand your point? This isn't a troll I am legitimately confused as to what you mean, or rather what I am not seeing. As for indie games, as you said your self, you are an old gamer, and indie games can at times give you a sense of challenge or retro feeling at times. For me the real draw is, it's a team of a handful of people creating beautiful games, that at times hold up better than large studios. At many times, these people get zero exposure except for sites like these...
@obsequies @RetroSEAL The game is not short; I've put in 10+ hours into the game and still haven't completed the last couple puzzles. It gets extremely difficult, unless I'm missing something entirely.
@obsequies @RetroSEAL On point to this video...the Witness intrigues me and the small glimpses I've seen looks beautiful.
@RetroSEAL @obsequies I haven't gotten it yet, its on sale for 15 with a regular of 20. I've heard one person say that its short but I've heard other say that it took awhile maybe the guy that said it was short didn't know what he was talking about or was trolling I dunno. I've been wanting to play it for awhile though, its probably great for an indie but I just hope it doesn't get high expectations.


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I got home from work today and opened up my mail. Nothing exciting...except for a calendar that informed me that daylight savings time begins March 14th. Can I express to you how happy I am? Do you have any idea how much I miss the sunshine?? The days of 8pm sunsets are my favorites. It reminds me of being a kid- riding my bike after dinner and only coming in to bathe and go to bed.
Exciting news #2: I got a letter today from my very best German friend. I miss her terribly and it's tempting to move to Europe in hopes that everyone there is as awesome as she is. Naturally, she packed me some delicious chocolate from the Alps. I'll keep her ;)
Exciting news #3: I got a new job, and today was my last day at the office I despised. No more office work for me!! Woohoo!
Exciting news #4: It looks like I will be moving back to my home town with this new job. At first I was a little hesitant about that (since I felt like I was moving backward, instead of forward), but now I'm thinking it's all part of my path. Everything seems to be lining up well, and I'm gettting a breath of fresh air. I will miss my beloved apartment, but it seems to be time to move on.
In the midst of all of this, I've been a little worried that the crazy schedule/ stress is going to ruin my immune system. I joke that I'm going to get a stomach virus, sinus infection, and strep throat all at once. But seriously. I've been making it a special point to be very cautious about what I'm eating and making sure I stay healthy during this crazy time. Therefore, I've been pre-making alot of dishes. A few nights ago I made a double batch of stir fry and make a few togo containers, and tonight I made a massive batch of these delicious stuffed peppers. I derived this recipe from Vegetarian Times.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
(A Great source of protein and very delicious!)
You Will Need:
1 onion finely chopped
2 ribs of celery finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1- 10oz bag of frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry.
(You could certainly used fresh also)
1 tbs cumin
2 cans of diced tomatoes
1 can black beans
3 large carrots grated
4 large red bell peppers sliced long ways seeded and ribs removed
3/4 cups quinoa, rinsed
1 1/2 cups pepper jack. (I used a mix of pepper jack, swiss, and parmesan and it was great!)
1). Preheat oven to 350. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sautee onions, celery and garlic in a little olive oil until they start to turn soft. Add the spinach.
2). Drain the tomatoes and retain the juice in a seperate cup. Rinse the black beans and quinoa.
3). Add carrots, tomatoes, cumin, black beans and quinoa and cover with about 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil. and reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes. Add a handful of cheese to the mixture
4). Pour remaining tomato juice into the bottom of your baking pan. I used a mixture of red, green, and yellow bellpeppers and alignd them into my pan. When the bean mixture was ready, I spooned it into the bell peppers and covered with foil. Bake for about an hour.
5). After an hour remove the foil and top with remaining cheese. Heat until the cheese is bubbly and brown.
Very Delicious, very healthy. It's important to rinse the canned beans well. This will remove the brine like substance that makes them full of sodium. You can buy canned tomatoes that do not have any sodium added to them. Vegetarian Times says that the stats on this meal are something like this:
Calories 279
Protein 14g
Total Fat 10g
Saturated Fat 3g
Carbs 36g
Choelsterol 15mg
Sodium 518mg
Fiber 10g
Sugar 9g
If any of you have great quinoa recipes you'd like to share, I'd love to hear them! I hope you guys are getting to enjoy some beautiful weather or at least will be soon...
In good health,


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Farnaz on Featured, Multicultural Branding and Marketing, Negating Stereotypes, Redefining Archetypes, New Face of America, New World Trends, New Realities
The Emerging Middle Class Culture In America
We are about to redefine the culture of middle class in the US, and most people and companies are not aware. Some of us who are, ignore it or simply not happy about it. Just the word "multicultural" draws in polarized reactions. This is one of the three macro trends that I define as imperatives for business and social success in the future. And it is shaping the emerging middle class in America.
I remember the marketing days when Latinos were primarily segmented into the lower income category. But that is no longer the case, is it? According to a new Nielsen report published last month, Latino's income growth during the past decade has significantly surpassed the nation's average. Although 43% of Latino's still earn below $35k/year (versus 35% total), 36% earn $35-75k (at par with 34% total) and growing at a higher rate. What may be even more surprising to most is that 10% earn $75-100k, which is a 31% growth since 2000…. and 11% over $100k per year, which is a dramatic 71% increase.
Over 52 million strong, or 1 in 6, Latino buying power of $1 trillion in 2010 will change to $1.5 trillion by 2015. You can expect Latino population and buying power to continue growing even with the decline in the immigration numbers.
Let's put this into context… There are more Latinos in the US than Canadians in Canada, Malaysians in Malaysia, or South Africans in South Africa. Latinos in the US represent second-largest Latino nation, right after Mexico, and before Spain, Columbia and Argentina. If a standalone country, the buying power would be one of the top 20 economies in the world.
In my November blog, how to reach the fastest growing Asian market, I explained how the Asian market is over-indexing the US national average in just about every meaningful consumer category—specially in income, education and family size. With this recent study showing Latino income on the rise, we can safely say that the landscape of American middle class is rapidly changing into a multicultural mosaic. We are about to redefine the culture of middle class in America, which will in turn redefine every aspect of the pop culture, consumerism, politics, economy and business. Just think of how branding strategies will have to shift for retail, residential buying, food, education, financial services, transportation, entertainment and media.
American marketers have never relied on a broad-stroke depiction of White consumers. They should keep the same mindset when it comes to Latinos and other racial/ethnic groups. Stereotyping the Latinos or Asians in the US will not be any different than stereotyping Caucasians.
According to Census, among US children, Hispanics are already 1 in 4 of all newborns. Hispanics, Asians and multi-racial children accounted for all the US youth growth in the last decade. Think of how this will define the next generation of our country. The multi-racial children are clearly the result of inter-racial marriages. Marriage across racial and ethnic lines has doubled since 1980, with 41% of all intermarriages in 2008 between Hispanics and whites, 15% between Asians and Whites, 11% between blacks and whites, and 16% in which both parties are non-white.
Contrary to the popular belief on language barrier, Neilsen particularly notes that Latino consumers' usage rates of smartphones, TV, online video and social networking/entertainment makes this group one of the most engaged in the digital space. During February 2012, Latinos increased their visits to social networks/blogs by 14% from a year ago. This is also true for all multicultural population as Gen Y is the most racially and ethnically diverse generation in American history. Unlike the ethnic groups in previous generations assimilating in the mainstream culture, the new and young multicultural populations take big pride in their ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and are considered acculturated.
This article is not intended to be an advertising campaign for Hispanic media and agencies. For me, it is critical to add that older, white males are just as much part of the multicultural societies as any other ethnic groups. I define Multiculturalism by a mosaic of different cultures in one platform, and a society that is ethnically and culturally diverse. That does not mean excluding Caucasians or implying ethnic minorities only.
So, how are you defining or stereotyping your multicultural initiatives?
How to reach the fastest growing Asian market: 10 tips to get started
When you look for a new doctor these days, how many Asian doctors do you find? How many engineers, professors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and CEOs? Did you know South Asians generally over-index the US National Average in just about every meaningful consumer category? Are businesses ignoring the marketer's dream come true? What are the prejudices and biases that are holding companies back from reaching this higher income, more educated, larger families and growing market?
Check out these Census facts:
- With 14.5 million Asians in the US, up 43% from the last census, Asians are the fastest growing minority group, very affluent and high educated, with household income 26% above Whites.
- Asian Americans have the highest educational attainment of any group, 49% have at least a bachelor's degree (vs. 28% US avg). They also have the highest household income levels of any racial demographic at $65,637 (vs $38,885 US avg) with 28% exceeding $100K.
- South Asian population has doubled in the last decade. Indian population, specifically, has grown 70%. And 67% of all Indians have a bachelor's or higher degree. Almost 40% have a master's, doctorate or other professional degree, which is five times the national average. 1 in every 9 Indians in the US is a millionaire, comprising 10% of all US millionaires.
- South Asian households are 29% larger than the national average. And 93.6% speak English.
- Although Iran is not technically considered "Asia" by Census, I'll include for my loyal Persian readers: 51% of Iranian-Americans have a bachelor's or higher degree, and 1 in 4 hold Masters or PHD. An NPR report recently put the Iranian population of Beverly Hills as high as 20%. Almost 1 in 3 households have annual incomes of more than $100K (compared to 1 in 5 US Avg). According to a study carried out by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Iranian scientists and engineers in the US own or control around $880 billion.
So when you think or speak of multicultural branding or strategy, are you ignoring this fastest growing group? What marketer wouldn't want to reach a more educated consumer with higher income and larger families without a re-deployment of marketing dollars?
The 2010 census data reported, of the 27.3 million added to US population in the last decade, only 2.3 million were Whites. While Hispanics accounted for well over half our gains, Asians made the next biggest contribution. There is an absolute decline of white population under 18, as well as somewhat smaller decline of black youths. Hispanics, Asians, and multiracial children accounted for all of the net growth of nation's youth. And I believe the Asian numbers are under-reported through Census, since there is a big debate about race versus ethnicity.
The world "Multicultural" was intended to represent a mosaic of different cultures in one platform. But somehow it became a buzzword limited to initiatives toward Hispanics, as "Diversity" did the same with African Americans. That's why I coined the phrase "New World Marketplace" to represent a new type of customer-influencing mainstream culture. It's important to recognize that various multicultural values have now become part of the fabric and reality of American society.
Here are 10 easy tips to get started that will apply to all multicultural branding and positioning:
- Learn how much of your current sales volume is being generated by multicultural customers. It may be more than you think.
- Then, learn exactly what demographic groups you could and should target for your products and services. How much sales potential in each market?
- Get to know your existing and new targets. You can only do so by spending days in the life of your customers.
- It all starts with the great product, which transcends all cultural differences. Make sure you have the right product and services and you are speaking to the needs and values of the customers who are actually buying them.
- Research and research more. Not just about product attributes, but also about how your new customers want to feel and be treated as a part of the totality and oneness of the market.
- Consult with experts. I am one of so many. Learn to use the right cultural symbols to avoid offending the very people you're trying to attract.
- Sharpen your sensitivity to cultural standards and taboos. Dig deeper into the values and beliefs and leverage on "shared" values.
- Avoid all stereotypes and clichés. Design your marketing materials to depict multicultural customers in a wide variety of roles.
- Include a multicultural budget in your 2012 budget. Link compensation to multicultural performance for the sake of profit growth.
- Be authentic, honest, respectful and consistent. Once you open the doors to build the relationship, stay the course to maintain the relationship.
A Different Look at Gen Y
If I was born from 1982 to somewhere close to 2000, I'd be feeling pretty unique and awesome by now. Let's look at some Gen Y characteristics that are stereotyped: idealistic and socially conscious, confident, ambitious, achievement-and-team-oriented, authenticity seekers, attention cravers, culturally liberal, virtual relationships, engage or loose me, ask and guide me, immersed in the digital world from an early age…. This is known to be a generation of self-confident optimists due to years of helicopter parenting and unconditional positive reinforcement from work-centric and goal-oriented Baby Boomer parents who over-compensated for how tough they had it.
While all that may be true, when was the last time we asked a Hispanic, African American, Asian or multiracial Gen Y if these so-called core traits apply to them? Did they have helicopter parents hover reassuringly above them? I'm not convinced that socio-economic groups other than white affluent teenagers display the same Gen Y attributes we read about. It's not that multi-and-cross-cultural parents don't want to treat their kids as special, but they often don't have the social and cultural capital, the time and resources to do it.
Since the 2000 Census allowed people to select more than one racial group, Gen Ys have asserted their rights to have all their heritages respected, counted and acknowledged. 2010 Census showed 32% growth in multiracial category from 2000, and on track to grow another 25%.
I think we can look for cross-cultural commonalities and find these shared values and characteristics:
- Yes, first era of reality TV, rise of dot-com, virtual relationships
- Change is mandatory, make it meaningful
- Demand for authenticity and honesty
- Culturally liberal, color and gender neutral if it weren't for parents influence & 9/11
- Family centric with much closer relationship with parents, unlike the "individualistic" Gen X'ers
- Delaying some rites of passage into adulthood (for more on this, click here)
- Love flexibility and work-life-balance even more than Gen X'ers
- So, yes, perceived as a bit lazy by workaholic Boomers
- Less employed than any other generation due to the economic situation starting up in
- More educated, purchasing power rivals that of the Boomers
- Leverage the digital world to connect, engage & motivate – but want it personal & real
- Freedom, equality, opportunity, inspiration & honesty are cross-cultural shared values
How do you think all this will re-define Corporate America as Baby Boomers start to retire? You'd have to be willing to make a difference to make a living. Think of Lady GaGa and her message of "be who you are", and Black Eye Peas, a group as multi-culti as you can get. Cross-cultural messaging through commonalities works. Start now.


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Pictures from last night rematch – Malaysia vs Manchester United at Bukit Jalil National Stadium.
If you didn't go to the stadium yesterday night …you can watch the match on ASTRO SUPERSPORTS ( Channel 811 ).
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July 20, 2012 -- An AIDS cure is possible, top HIV/AIDS researchers now say.
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"Today we have new information that makes us think an HIV cure should be possible," HIV co-discoverer Francoise Barre-Sinoussi, PhD, tells WebMD.
Barre-Sinoussi and other leading AIDS researchers today open a two-day conference, "Towards an AIDS Cure," in advance of next week's International AIDS Conference in Washington, D.C. It's the most optimistic opening of an AIDS conference since the discovery that a combination of HIV drugs could keep a person from developing AIDS.
Now these researchers want to go a step further. They believe it's possible to totally eradicate HIV from the body -- or, failing that, to achieve a "functional cure" that will keep a person AIDS-free without the need for HIV drugs despite lingering HIV in the body.
Barre-Sinoussi is president-elect of the International AIDS Society, sponsor of the International AIDS Conferences, and the major partner in the new AIDS cure alliance.
Co-led by Barre-Sinoussi and Steven G. Deeks, MD, of the University of California, San Francisco, a group of 34 top AIDS researchers and clinicians has laid out a global scientific strategy for curing AIDS.
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It's not a pipe dream. Eleven HIV cure clinical trials already are under way. Three others are starting soon.
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A Great Preacher and Teacher.... I look forward to escorting you to your new assignment on Installation Sunday. You were a friend and blessing to me when i got to Tuskegee. Bless you Pastor!!! and me and Karen gonna test your connections when we show up together for worship!!!
A waste of money by the council. bettygamble and charles willis vs city council had this same court decision in 2004...calvin told yall then lol.... i think the score is now mayor 3 council 0
GREAT JOB AC and all BPD OFFICERS.. you should be commended for the lives you save. I BET NONE OF VICTIMS in Pratt complained about what you do. THOSE UNGRATEFUL AH'S remind be of a certain section of where i retired from....low tax paying slum lords who demand the impossible from the police. Refer your complaints and buy a lot in the safest gated commun ity in the city....Elmwood!!!!
if the schools would send thier bad arses home instead of allowing them to interfere with the learning of others, they would not have to ever deal with the police. parents must also be accountable for controlling their lil angels...pregnant ....i guess they should have been sprayed with starch to keep them dress tails down. splf look out for those taking advantage of our tornado victims and stop wasting the courts time
Great work Dr. French... i hope the political idiots in the city dont become your obstacle. They must realize Fairfield needs Miles and not the other way around.... just compare the bank accounts and debt.
The previous THREE police chiefs in fairfield begged for these repairs since 1996 which fell on death ears. Fairfield has paid numerous medical bills for inmates falling on unsafe flooring, rust/mold in showers; the water continiously runs, the chief's office ceilling has caved in and all the governing body does is "lets have a meeting". A regional jail would be a win-win for all little cities just in insurance/liability savings. But money is found to have park parties, balls, parades, etc. And yeah I said these same things when i was there!!!!
As long as there is a division among the council and mayors office this won't happen. Fairfield is broke and Miles could make the difference but many officials lack the vision of a college town. I'm proud to see Miles rise from what it was...its Miles Ahead..... Unfortunately, Fairfield is an older city moving in a new direction.....a circle.
All four of the Captains are very good and capable police leaders!!!!
i know of at least two chiefs that dont fit your summation!!!!
This idea should have been embraced years ago!. Having been the city's police chief and Mile's security chief, I've seen duplication of services and other wastes all because of egos and the illusion of power. Under the late Dr Sloan and the vision of now President French, Miles IS MILES AHEAD!. The new cars Fairfield have were the result of Dr. Agee (Miles CJ Dept) and her free expertise of grant writing. Fairfield was and still is a Great city we've just got to come together as one for the common good or like Dr King said, We'll perish together as fools!!
While I feel so sorry for the family reality speaks for itself. For your information, all cases are presented to the DA to determine prosecution. And surely it doesnt matter if a stolen gun is recovered, drugs in possession, witnesses statements are obtained. But in your all knowledgeable nature surely you know everything about police work. Let me extend an invitation for you to come join the department as an investigator. We can surely use a saviour like you.....
In Jail awaiting trial...
Now here's a city pro-active on public safety. I wish Fairfield would take note, our people will only get serious about public safety when they themselves become victims. No budget, no cars, no hiring....but we did save 15% by switching to DUMBO
Now here's a city pro-active on public safety. I wish Fairfield would take note, our people will only get serious about public safety when they themselves become victims. No budget, no cars, no hiring....but we did save 15% by switching to DUMBO
Say it aint so!!!! duhh
Any victim in Mobile County that has lost a case recently or have not been able to prosecute, should be irate at the DA THEY elected. While he's enforcing midemeanor laws in Jefferson County, felons are having a field day in his home town. I would bet if one of the cut-off chiefs went to mobile to arrest someone he would be the main one to give us hell; case in point, my officers were censored for escorting a ball team in his county....we were out of jurisdiction. Go figure!
Say what you want about Troy King but he has proven that he is an Attorney General fighting for the true victims of crime. Bingo is a misdemeanor that should be decided in the courts or with the people voting. King has done more for victims rights, child predetors, and those who kill YOUR police than any other AG. As for me, King's da Man!!!!!!
do away with the legislature...elect the bham news editorial board!!! finally someone steps up to the plate with a Real solution....Good work editorial staffers!!!
Ok we are in proration but can find funds for this? Why not take a picture and put it in the existing museum. Take the funds requested and use them to give our governor, our county commission, and several legislators an early buyout on their terms in office.
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The 2nd annual Cave Creek Thriller will once again jump start the Desert Runner Trail Series. The race is nearly a sell out, with over 190 runners currently registered. Although the distances are the same as last year, the 30 Km and 50 Km courses have been changed up to include some of the other trails within the park. An out and back spur along the Jasper, Slate and Flume trails will take runners to the southern reaches of the park and reduce the total number of loops. There will also be a new remote aid station (Flume) at the turn-around on the out and back. The main 10 Km loop of the course (utilized by all races) will remain the same combination of the Go John and Overton trails.
If this is your first time out to Cave Creek Regional Park, be prepared for a tough set of race courses! The Go John trail is especially hilly and rocky, while also providing the most secluded and stunning views that the park has to offer. Life gets a bit easier on the Overton Trail where the trail smooths out and is mostly downhill back to the finish line. Cresting the final hill of the course a 1/2 mile out, you'll get a glimpse of the orange tents at the finish line and will have one last screaming downhill to the end.
Costume Contest
As this race again falls on Halloween weekend, we are holding another costume contest. We'll be giving out "Zombie" awards to the best showings!
New Ultracast
Another exciting Aravaipa Running innovation that will make it's official debut at the Cave Creek Thriller is the new "Ultracast". Nick Coury, the developer of the project explains, "The Ultracast is the new standard in running webcasts. Updates and results are streamed instantly, without a second's delay. Now, family and friends all over the world will be able to watch your progress in real-time!" Be sure to share this link with family and friends who will be able to watch a webcam of the finish line and see your results pop up instantly. This new feature will become standard at all Aravaipa Running events in the future.
We'll end this year's race preview with a summary of the top runners going into next weekend's race.
50 Kilometer Race
This year's ultra crowd should like the fact that there will be more than a dozen runners (last year's field size), meaning more company out on the course. Last year's winner Jay Danek is returning and we bet he'll be looking to get a jump on the DRT point series. Jay is also coming off a win at the Javelina 12 Hour on October 15. 2010-11 DRT Ultra Series winner Michael Carson is a last minute entrant and with his recent wins at the Paatuwaqatsi Water Is Life 50K and Man Against Horse 50 Mile, is a clear favorite. Expect Alex Kaine and Tamas Varga to be within reach along with 1998 Hardrock winner Ricky Denesik from Telluride, CO. On the women's side, Lori Hickernell (who also recently won the Javelina 12 Hour with 75 Km) will be back to defend her title from last year, but will have to contend with this year's Lean Horse 100 winner Deb Hamberlin.
30 Kilometer Race
Out to test the new 2 loop course will be last year's DRT Trail Series winner Bret Sarnquist coming down from Flagstaff. He'll be going up against Tony Delogne from Sedona who won the inaugural Pass Mountain 50 Km, Jordan McKnight of Safford who placed 2nd at the McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50 Km and 4th at Pass Mountain 50 Km, and David Santiago who won the Master's DRT Trail Series last year. Michelle Patuto, last year's 2nd place finisher at the CCT 30 Km will be returning and is looking to be the favorite so far.
10 Kilometer Race
There are currently 77 entrants registered, so expect a bit of a crowded start as the course narrows directly onto a single track. The 2010 winner of the Mesquite Canyon 5 mile, Time Merritt will be racing, so we'll see how he does on a much tougher course. For the women, Lisa Raykowski (2nd at several DRT Series races) and Jona Davis (3rd Mesquite Canyon '10) should have a good battle up front.
Race Week
Make sure to join us for packet pickup on Thursday at iRun from 4-7pm. Enjoy 10% off anything in the store when you pick up your packet. If you have any other questions about this weekend's race, you can contact us by phone, email, or join us for the weekly Papago Park group trail run on Wednesday at 5:30pm.
The 15.4 mile Pemberton Trail within picturesque McDowell Mountain Regional Park served as the setting for this weekend's Javelina 12 Hour night run hosted by Aravaipa Running. This gathering of Arizona's ultra and trail running community kicked off at 6pm, just as the sun set behind the McDowell Mountains to the west of the park. Runners ranging in age from 15 to 76 set out to tackle anywhere from 1 to 4 loops on the trail. One of the unique features of this trail run is special permission to access the park's trail system at night (trails normally close at sunset). Although flashlights were needed for the first two hours, the almost full moon eventually rose as runners neared the end of their first loop, offering spectacular views above Four Peaks.
Many runners used this event as training and simulation of the upcoming Javelina Jundred taking place on the same trail November 12-13. This is a great way to test out shoes, lighting, pacing strategies and nighttime conditions before the "big day". Others were simply out to enjoy the trail or compete in their first ultra marathon. One other unique aspect of this event, is that runners do not have to declare how many laps they will be running in advance. Runners are free to continue accumulating laps up to the 12 hour time limit. As for top placing, if a runner continues on past a shorter distance, they are no longer eligible for that award, even if they technically had the fastest time of the night.
Now onto the race. 134 runners set out into the fading twilight promptly at 6pm with darkness quickly enveloping the dramatic mountain landscape in all directions. The first few miles of packed gravel trail meanders and rolls across the desert floor. The trail crosses through numerous dry wash beds that drain the imposing McDowell Mountains out to the Verde River.
As the runners made their way up the gradual first climb of the course, back at Javelina Jeadquarters, volunteers were busy preparing food, slicing pumpkin pie, and picking up pizza from nearby Fountain Hills. The normally quiet trail head was transformed into a colorful city of lighted tents, glowing orange, blue and white under the night sky. Family, friends and spectators assembled around the staging area, lining up chairs to watch the evening unfold and passing guesses on when and who the first runner would arrive over the hill. Time always seems to fly by at these endurance events, and before long shouts of "runner up" could be heard echoing across Jeadquarters. Tucson runner Brian Zacher came flying in just over 2:08 and Alex Kaine was one minute back. Loud cheering erupted out of the "stands" as bottles were quickly refilled and calories replenished. They both made a quick turnaround and headed back out the same way they just came in for their second loop (the course reverses direction each lap).
This year's Angeles Crest 100 winner Paulette Zillmer was the top female in off the first loop and decided to call it a night, claiming the 25 Km award. Graham Bailey from Mesa was the top 25 Km runner, finishing in 2:22. Sixty runners returned back out on the course for their second lap. Geoffrey Foote was the top 50 Km finisher in a time of 5:10 and Rachel James completed her 50 Km in 5:17. A total of 32 runners completed the 50 Km ultra distance, including 76 year old Eugene Bruckert from Illinois!
Twenty-eight runners decided they didn't get enough yet, and continued on. Brian and Alex who led on lap 1 stayed in the lead through 75 Km, but both had enough and decided not to head out on a fourth lap. Out of those 28, only three completed the 100 Km distance including winner Jay Danek who is training for his second 100 mile race next month at the Javelina Jundred, first time ultra runner Dov Greenberg, and two time Javelina Jundred finisher Mark Kirkby in a close third.
Thanks to all of the great volunteers who were out on the course and in the aid station serving up food and drinks for everyone!
To wrap up this year's report, we'd like to give a few runner perspectives on the race. Jay Danek (who won the 100 Km), Christine Harrison and Nancy Ishizawa all offered up their take on the event:


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Here's a sneak peek at James Franco's appearance on "30 Rock," which airs on January 14.
Do you prefer his comedic or menacing side? Tell Soaps.com what you think below.
Updated January 5, 2010:
Details on James Franco's appearance on "30 Rock" have been revealed.
Playing himself, James tries to cover up an embarrassing secret by creating a fake romance with Jenna, played by Jane Krakowski.
As these photos indicate, he also has some interesting scenes with Tina Fey's Liz and seems to have an affinity for mix and match pajamas and Anime body pillows.
Tune in to "30 Rock" on January 14 to find out what's these photos are all about.
In case you missed his appearance on "Saturday Night Live," check out his monologue where he mentions his time on General Hospital.
A familiar expression. (NBC)
James Franco (Franco) jumps from the drama of General Hospital to the comedy of two NBC TV shows.
On December 19, the actor will host "Saturday Night Live" with musical guest Muse.
Then, on a yet to be announced date, Franco will appear on "30 Rock," where he will play himself in a storyline involving a fake relationship with Jenna (played by Jane Krakowski) created by their agents.
Do you prefer James in a comedic or dramatic role? Tell Soaps.com what you think, and guess what... there's going to be another soap actor on "30 Rock" soon. Check out Betty White to Appear on 30 Rock and in You Again.


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First-half goals from Jay Rodriguez and Rickie Lambert either side of John Terry's header ensured it was Saints who claimed the points and Benitez admitted the performance was not good enough as they dropped to fourth.
"You have to be really disappointed when you do not win," the Spaniard told Sky Sports.
"In the first half we did not play with the intensity required. In the second half we were much better and had more chances but the decisions in the final third were wrong. At least we had chances.
"We knew we were in a really good position and we're still in a good position but in the remaining games we must do something more and win.
"We have to start thinking about the next game as we cannot change the result now."
That next game is an FA Cup quarter-final replay against Manchester United on Monday and that fixture surely played its part in Chelsea making seven changes for the game at St Mary's.
Asked if he had been forced into resting the likes of Eden Hazard, Benitez said: "You say it, we were forced to do it and we did it."
The travelling Chelsea supporters were again left frustrated by the manager's substitutions as Demba Ba was left on the bench despite the team trailing.
Asked if he now considers dissenting voices a normal part of life at the club, Benitez said: "I concentrate on the game. That is it."


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Laurel Park: Whiskey Romeo has the speed to stay undefeated
It cost Morris Bailey a modest $40,000 to buy a colt by the Storm Cat stallion Forestry at the Fasig-Tipton Eastern fall yearling sale in October 2011. After just two starts, Whiskey Romeo has already more than doubled Bailey's investment.
A daylight wire-to-wire winner in each of his races, Whiskey Romeo will look to make it three in a row when he stretches out to seven furlongs for Saturday's $125,000 Marylander for 2-year-olds at Laurel Park.
Based at Parx Racing with trainer Tony Dutrow, Whiskey Romeo scored by 2 1/4 lengths going 5 1/2 furlongs at his home track in his career debut. Three weeks ago, Whiskey Romeo shipped to Laurel and easily disposed of five oponents, winning the six-furlong James Lewis by 7 1/2 lengths to increase his bankroll to $87,000. His Beyer Speed Figures of 78 and 85 are by far the best in Saturday's eight-horse lineup.
The extra furlong of the Marylander should not be a problem for Whiskey Romeo. His half-brother Shared Property won the Grade 3 Arlington-Washington Futurity at a mile last season.
Whiskey Romeo may have to fend off an early challenge from Delaware shipper On the Go. Claimed out of his career debut for $20,000 by trainer Tim Ritchey, On the Go won his second start for his new owner-trainer by 10 lengths and comes out of a second-place finish with a much-improved 72 Beyer in an overnight stakes at Delaware a month ago. He will be stretching out beyond six furlongs for the first time.
Amerigo Vespucci takes another crack at Whiskey Romeo after finishing a distant second in the James Lewis. His chances were compromised when he hopped at the start. The Tim Tullock-trained Amerigo Vespucci won his first two starts, including a seven-furlong race in late October, and prepped for Saturday's race by working a bullet five furlongs in 59.80 seconds on Nov. 24.
The field also includes Smash and Grab, who cuts back slightly in distance after a pair of one-mile races, including a 3 1/2-length win two starts ago. He adds blinkers, a move which has produced a 30 percent hit rate for trainer Mike Pino the past two seasons.
◗ Hello Lover, who began the season running for a $7,500 claiming tag, will try for his 10th victory of 2012 in the $100,000 Jennings Handicap, a one-mile race for Maryland-breds. A win by Hello Lover would tie him with Clean Jean as the winningest horse of 2012.
The 6-year-old Hello Lover was claimed out of his win for $7,500 on Jan. 3 by Parx-based trainer Butch Reid. He improved enough under Reid to finish third in the Grade 3, 1 1/2-mile Greenwood Cup in July and brings a three-race winning streak into the Jennings.
Although he is stepping up in class, Hello Lover's last three Beyers of 96-94-91 are the best recent dirt figures in Saturday's nine-horse field.
The most difficult horse to gauge is last year's Jennings winner, Eighttofasttocatch. He posted a career-best 104 Beyer winning the 2011 Jennings but comes off a dull fifth-place finish as the 6-5 favorite in the Maryland Million Classic nearly two months ago. In eight previous tries returning from similar layoffs, Eighttofasttocatch has four wins.
Regal Solo has been primarily a sprinter the past two seasons, but he did win the 2010 Maryland Million Classic going 1 1/8 miles. He came out of a close fourth in last year's Frank De Francis Memorial Dash to be a distant sixth in the Jennings.


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Do you know of a farmhouse that would be the perfect spot for a Tom Hanks movie?
Columbia Pictures is now scouting in the MetroWest area for a farmhouse to use as a location in the biopic "Captain Phillips," the true-life story of Capt. Richard Phillips, whose cargo ship was hijacked by Somali pirates in 2009.
Hanks is slated to play the title character. The movie company is looking for a farmhouse with lots of space for both exterior and interior scenes.
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Posted: May 23, 2013|
MARAZION's new mayor has been formally chosen.
Councillor Derek Laity, who previously served as deputy mayor, stepped up to the position in an official ceremony on Tuesday evening.
Martin Britten was chosen as the town's deputy mayor.
Mr Laity is the third generation of his family to serve as leader of Marazion Town Council.
His grandfather Charlie was chairman in 1943, 1947, 1955, 1966 and 1967.
Mr Laity's father Charlie was mayor in 1983 and 1999.
He said: "It is a great honour and privilege to be chosen as mayor to carry on the family tradition.
"We have new challenges as a council ahead of us but I know we can deal with those challenges and changes while still preserving what is special about Marazion.
"The strength in our council is that councillors may have different ideas about how to go about it but we all want what is best for the town and they all work hard to achieve it."
In her annual report, former mayor Bernie Wills said the town was busy with three events last year including the Olympic Torch relay, the Diamond Jubilee weekend and the Festival of Sport.
Ms Wills, who stood down ahead of last month's local elections because she had moved to Hayle and was no longer eligible to stand, said she had thoroughly enjoyed her time as a councillor and thanked her fellow councillors, the town clerks and members of the public.
She said: "Cornwall Council's priorities seem to be constantly changing and I feel as a local council we shall continue to face challenging times ahead, especially with the recent issues around the devolution of public conveniences.
"Limited information has left the council confused and frustrated with the current situation but we endeavour to support potential ideas to resolve this in the very near future."