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Jul 22 2013
Chicken Taco Salad
I love taco salads of any kind. I make one similar to this one, but I do drippy, rich taco meat and add a bunch of beans. I went the chicken route yesterday because I had some boneless, skinless breasts I needed to use…and the salad wound up being just what I needed to get through the last eight hours of the day.
Well, that and the new Real Housewives of New Jersey episode.
But that's my own issue I need to deal with.
First, cook the chicken: Sprinkle both sides of two chicken breasts with whatever seasoning mix you like. I did a mix of cumin, spicy seasoned salt, and cayenne, but any ol' seasoning will do.
Heat a little oil with some butter in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat…
Cook the chicken on both sides until the outside is super golden and yummy-looking and the inside is done.
Then slice the strips in half…
And dice it into cubes. Toss them all around together so all the seasoning gets all over the place and it's nice and messy.
Messy usually equals yummy, after all.
Next, whip up the super simple dressing to the flavors will have a chance to meet, fall in love, get married, and have many children. Pour some ranch dressing into a bowl…(I used bottled. Scandal!)
Then add some salsa. As spicy or non-spicy as you'd like!
Stir it around, then add a little more salad if you'd like it to be more…well, salsa-y.
And stir it to combine. So delicious…and it took me approximately 1 1/2 minutes!
Next, get the other salad ingredients ready: I grabbed two cobs of corn and shucked 'em like there was no tomorrow.
Then (speaking of scandal), to give the corn some immediate flavor, I rolled it in the skillet I used to cook the chicken. This was just to moisten it up and give it a little flavor before then throwing it on the grill pan, which I forgot to take a photo of because I'm an airhead. But basically, I grilled the corn until it got some nice color on the outside. You could also just do this right in the skillet, I imagine!
I got impatient and took it off early because I wanted to eat, but the point is to get as much color on the corn as possible.
Then just slice the kernels right off!
For the lettuce, I used Green Leaf because it seemed like the right thing to do at the time. Oh, and that's all I had in my fridge.
But any ol' lettuce will do.
I decided to shred it because I wanted that authentic taco experience…but you can just chunk it up if you prefer.
Keep going till it's all nice and shredded!
If you're doing this ahead of time, just throw it into a plastic bag with a couple of paper towels and keep it in the fridge.
**Most of the ingredients for this salad can be prepped ahead of time and kept in the fridge!
Grab some Roma tomatoes and lop off the stem end.
Slice them all in half, then turn them cut-side down.
Then slice each one into 4 or 5 slices…
And cut in the opposite direction to dice them.
I do this conveyor belt method whenever I have to dice up tomatoes. I just dice one, shove it over to the right, then bring another one it its place.
This is another thing I do: Slide the cutting board to the edge of the countertop, then hold the bowl under the surface of the board. Then I swipe the tomatoes into the bowl instead of picking them up and transferring them.
Raise your hand if you do that, too.
Next, grab some cilantro and give it just a rough chop. You mostly want whole leaves and not a lot of stems.
Then slice up some green onions.
Grate up some Pepper Jack cheese. Or cheddar. Or jack. Or Cheddar Jack. Or Colby. Or whatever your sweet little soul requires.
Next, throw some tortilla chips into a plastic bag. I used the good old fashioned yellow corn tortilla chips, but you can use white corn, blue corn…or you can totally throw convention to the wind and use some gnarly and delicious flavored tortilla chips, like Taco Doritos or something crazy like that.
Use your fist to smash them up…
Until they're all broken up but still have some big chunks.
To build the big ol' salad, heap the shredded lettuce on a platter or in a bowl and sprinkle the cubed chicken all over the top.
And there you have it! Taco salad.
Just kidding.
Next comes a layer of diced tomatoes…
A layer of corn and diced avocado…
And a sprinkling of green onions.
Finally, a sprinkling of crushed chips and a drizzle of dressing all over the top.
This platter will feed an army of salad lovers, of which I am one.
Serve more crushed chips on the side so everyone can pile on as much as they want.
Pile it in individual bowls or on plates.
This is the entire package: Color, crunch, flavor. So much going on!
It disappears really quickly. Especially if I'm on the premises.
Here's the handy printable!
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Chicken Taco Salad
- Prep Time:
- Cook Time:
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Servings:
- 8
- 3/4 cups Ranch Dressing (bottled Is Fine)
- 1/4 cup Salsa (as Spicy As You'd Like)
- 3 Tablespoons Finely Minced Cilantro
- Chicken
- 2 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 Tablespoons Seasoning (taco Seasoning, Or Your Own Mix)
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 head Green Leaf Lettuce (1 Large Head Or Two Regular Heads), Shredded Thin
- 3 whole Roma Tomatoes, Diced
- 1/2 cup Grated Pepper Jack Cheese
- 2 ears Corn, Shucked
- 2 whole Avocados, Diced
- 3 whole Green Onions, Sliced
- 1/2 cup Cilantro Leaves
- Tortilla Chips Of Your Choice (flavored Or Not), Crushed Slightly
Preparation Instructions
First, make the dressing by combining all the ingredients in a bowl and stirring together. Cover and refrigerate.
Next, make the chicken: Generously season both sides of the breasts. Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken on both sides until deep golden brown on the outside and done in the middle, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside to cool for 10 minutes, then cut it into cubes.
Place the ears of corn in the skillet you used to cook the chicken and roll it around so that the flavorful oil/butter mixture coats the corn. Grill it on a grill pan or cook it in a separate skillet until the corn is still crisp but has color on the outside. Slice off the kernels with a sharp knife and set aside.
To assemble the salad, pile shredded lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, cheese, corn, avocado, green onion, cilantro, and crushed chips on a big platter. Drizzle the dressing all over the top, serving part on the side if you'd like.
Serve it in individual bowls.
180 Comments and 13 Replies
Hansengirl On Monday, July 22 at 7:46 am
IRONY ALERT! Did anyone else notice that the picture of Ree's fist smashing the tortilla chips clearly shopwed her (lovely) bracelet, featuring the famous quote by my favorite Saint, "Make me an instrument of thy peace?" Hee hee!!! Now, that's funny.
Dana P On Monday, July 22 at 10:18 am
Yes, I noticed that too! I was coming here to comment that very thing, and I don't often comment. I agree, it is funny!
Carol On Monday, July 22 at 2:01 pm
I saw that too! Love it!
Yvette Prayor On Wednesday, July 24 at 1:35 pm
YES I DID! I just came to the site to get some ideas on some meals, and decided that I was hungry for a late lunch and came across this salad. I saw that bracelet, and figured I would come and ask. YOU, Hansengirl, was the first post I saw. How funny is that?
Love the bracelet.
Oh, will be trying the salad this week. Yummers!
Nancy On Saturday, November 9 at 1:22 pm
Does anyone know where she got the bracelet?
Laura B On Monday, July 22 at 7:46 am
Erin On Monday, July 22 at 7:53 am
I've been making a salad like this a bunch this summer! I like to add black beans or ediname also, delish! I actually make my dressing from a combo of recipes…super yummy and easy. Thanks for a great blog!
DebWS On Monday, July 22 at 8:15 am
I make a layered salad just like this, but it has Black Beans and Bacon too.
Rita On Monday, July 22 at 11:11 am
Would you mind sharing some of your recipes for salad dressings you make. need a healthier solution..
Katie A On Monday, July 22 at 1:51 pm
@ Rita: You can use non fat Greek yogurt as your base, mix in salsa, cilantro & a squeeze of fresh lemon. Salt & pepper to taste. A great way to make a creamy dressing without most of the bad stuff.
Tonya On Saturday, November 9 at 1:47 pm
I like to add a little cumin to my dressing too.
Cheryl Barker On Monday, July 22 at 7:54 am
Oooh, the grilled corn looks like a wonderful addition to a taco salad. And by the way, you've gotta love a recipe where you get to smash things with your fist
Teresa On Monday, July 22 at 8:00 am
Hi Ree – We love taco salads, year-round, but especially in the summer when you don't feele like cooking a lot! We enjoyed the make ahead show last week and I never knew you could freeze the cooked hamburger meat…. what a relevation! LOL. Thanks for all the laughs, you crack us up quite frequently and we all need to laugh more!
Bonnie M On Monday, July 22 at 8:02 am
Happy Monday Ree! I've often wondered what your bracelet read ~ I had noticed it on your shows lately and was curious about the quote. It looks like it says, "….of thy peace", leading me to believe that it is 'Let me be an instrument of thy peace.'
How lovely and it seems quite fitting. You are raising a famiy with a wonderful work ethic, your children seem very sweet and loving, and you care deeply for Oklahoma, your fellow Okies & animals! I'd say that you are living up to the engraved statement in a big way. Bless You! After your post regarding the Vintage Pearl, I ordered a ring with, "Faith. Hope. God is Love.' I wear it everyday and love it! For anyone who hasn't seen their site, you really should check it out. The people are lovely, easy to communicate with, shipping was quick and packaging was great!
Hope you all have a wonderful day. May it be filled with lots o'love, laughter – to the point of a snorting sound effect – and togetherness!
PattiNC On Monday, July 22 at 8:04 am
I just finished picking Roma tomatoes from my garden, I've got the rest of the ingredients, so I now know what we are having for dinner! Thanks, Ree!
Jessica J On Monday, July 22 at 8:05 am
I love any type of taco salad, I will be scarfing this salad down soon!
Angel On Monday, July 22 at 8:06 am
This look amazing !!
Tomorrow's dinner, thank you !
Mrs. Lucky On Monday, July 22 at 8:11 am
I am a huge taco salad fan as well. My new favorite way of preparing corn on the cob is on the grill – I love the smokiness flavor! This looks so yummy even at 9:10 AM – Ha!
Lisa On Monday, July 22 at 8:27 am
OK, now that you mention cutting board technique. . .I've always wondered why you use the big, heavy wooden board and then pick up all the items that have been cut to transfer them to the next step. I've always used a thinner, lighter board, with or without a handle, and as items are chopped/sliced/diced I pick up the board and slide the items into the bowl/pan or wherever they belong. It's also easy to wash between types of foods, if necessary, or to drain off excessive juices if desired.
Keep up the good work and inspiration. . .
tracy On Monday, July 22 at 8:43 am
Yeah, Jersey is intense this season. I think I may need therapy after watching! lol But yet I still watch….
PaisleyPam On Monday, July 22 at 8:46 am
The only thing you forgot was the crispy bacon!
Lauren @ The Highlands Life On Monday, July 22 at 8:54 am
I just made a chicken taco salad two days ago. You just can't beat it.
Averie @ Averie Cooks On Monday, July 22 at 8:58 am
I love taco salads (vegetarian with tofu) and your veggies are so colorful and vibrant and I will be thinking about taco salad til I make one! Gorgeous, Ree!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious On Monday, July 22 at 9:06 am
Love this! I think I just found today's lunch
Kat On Monday, July 22 at 9:14 am
This look FABULOUS! Taco Sald is one of my husband's all time favorite meals and this looks SO good!
Melanie W On Monday, July 22 at 9:20 am
Thanks Ree! Now I want taco salad for breakfast. I think I'll wait and have it for supper though – can't wait to get my hands on your new cookbook. Please come to Birmingham, AL on your tour.
dc On Monday, July 22 at 9:35 am
Salad looks awesome!
Becky from Missouri On Monday, July 22 at 9:51 am
This looks so yummy. I would eat salad and fresh veggies everyday of my life and be totally happy.
ReneeW On Monday, July 22 at 9:51 am
Dinner this week for sure! YUM!
Kath On Monday, July 22 at 9:54 am
Thanks for showing great steps and extra ingredients for a lovely salad. We've made a similar one using ground beef instead for many years, found in the ADA Family Cookbook, which I use because I have diabetes. But sometimes yummy chicken is subbed. I should try it with sliced steak sometime. Last night we enjoyed your Loaded Nachos, Ree! All are delicious.
Sara G On Monday, July 22 at 9:58 am
Now I know what to make with the chicken in my fridge! This looks so yummy and an easy summer dinner idea!
ann On Monday, July 22 at 10:00 am
Had barbecued pork tenderloin yesterday. Think that will work in a taco salad today. Yum!
ann On Tuesday, July 23 at 10:31 am
Yep, the pork tenderloin was great. Added some black beans,too. Didn't have any avocado and that would have put it over the top.
Paul Lonergan On Monday, July 22 at 10:03 am
Wow so many pictures!!
I'm not sure many people could appreciate just how long it takes to write a post like this –
You are very thorough – it makes for good reading
I am a salad lover, sadly the Mrs. is not.
I'll eagerly add it to my next round &.look forward to feeding my face full of salady goodness.
I'll be throwing up a recipe for 'Muggleton Salad' tomorrow. It's real unique, If you're awake before 5:15am & don't have any turtle duties perhaps you can check it out.
Thx for this great recipe
Paul xo
Jenn from Much to My Delight On Monday, July 22 at 10:06 am
My name is Ree Drummond, and I make salads fun.
deb_in_clute On Monday, July 22 at 10:06 am
Looks delicious! I like to dice the avocado in the peel. I just half it, remove the pit and slice longways then across. Scoop out the diced avocado with a spoon. So easy and no messy cutting board.
CK On Monday, July 22 at 11:16 am
Hey…I live in Clute too! We should get together & make this salad!
CC in NJ On Monday, July 22 at 10:13 am
Looks so good,,,,,my kids will love this…and so simple….thank you!
Marilou On Monday, July 22 at 10:13 am
Yum! I'm going to try that recipe and add some sliced olives on top.
RK On Monday, July 22 at 10:14 am
This salad looks delicious. Wow, the New Jersey episode was over the top last night!
Ann P On Monday, July 22 at 10:17 am
Looks like the perfect lunch for today!
Linda R On Monday, July 22 at 10:18 am
This salad looks SOOOO good. Can't wait to try it. I love all taco salads!
Elizabeth On Monday, July 22 at 10:24 am
Thank you so much for the step by step photos. For those of us who happen to be "not so good", this gives me a visual of what everything should look like. Your real life descriptions make you seem like a regular mom/wife as opposed to a celebrity that has everything done for them. Thanks for being so real. It helps me relate and connect with you. Have a beautiful week!
Adrienne Napoli On Monday, July 22 at 10:31 am
I make taco salad a lot with ground meat, never tried the chicken, I add black sliced olives, kidney beans and black beans to mine, lots of sharp cheddar and my dressing is Catalina for a little tang. I put avocado on the side as well as sour cream because some people do not like avocado…shame, shame! Going to try this with chicken real soon. Thanks for the recipe.
Lee Ann B On Monday, July 22 at 10:32 am
This looks SO good!!!!!! Gonna try it for sure!
Lynn Maust On Monday, July 22 at 10:34 am
looks and sounds, as you describe the steps so cutely…DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!
You live 1 hour from grocery store….with all the fresh ingredients, do you do that trip once a week? I would think you'd have to, unless there's a small produce market nearby. ???
kathy shipes On Monday, July 22 at 10:35 am
just got home from the y i seen this salad it looks so good and i am so hungry can't wait to make it .hope you all have a better week hope you all get a little reat.
Nancy T. On Monday, July 22 at 10:39 am
Looks wonderful. And even better than regular corn chips are Nacho Cheese Doritos. I crush them up ahead of time and keep them in a container in the refrigerator, so I always have some ready to sprinkle on a salad. ANY salad. Yummm.
Kelly B On Monday, July 22 at 10:43 am
This looks real yummy! Can't wait to try it.
Nancy G. On Monday, July 22 at 10:47 am
This chicken taco salad looks so yummy!! Can't wait to try it. I love your recipes, Ree and can't wait for your new cookbook to be out.
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch On Monday, July 22 at 10:49 am
Looks great, Ree! Love taco salad and yours looks delish!!!
Cari On Monday, July 22 at 11:10 am
I make a taco salad (regularly) and for the dressing I use plain greek yogurt mixed with salsa! Love the flavor and I haven't checked but I bet the calories are decreased:-) Thanks for all your recipes.
Sues On Monday, July 22 at 11:14 am
There's basically never a time I'm NOT in the mood for a taco salad!
Mary Casstevens On Monday, July 22 at 11:29 am
This salad is to die for. Yesterday I made a salad using roast corn, cut off the cob, cherry tomatoes, cut in half, an avocado, chopped, chopped sweet red onion, crumbled feta, and dressed it with balsamic dressing. It was yummy.
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes On Monday, July 22 at 11:32 am
I love taco salad and this looks amazing!!!
Hind On Monday, July 22 at 11:32 am
That looks yummy! This will be a good use of left over chicken.
Sherry W On Monday, July 22 at 11:39 am
OMG that looks SO DELICIOUS! PW, your recipes simply rock!
Nicole M On Monday, July 22 at 11:43 am
Yum. That is all…
Mechelle On Monday, July 22 at 11:45 am
I might actually starve while reading this post. I'm going to start chewing on my arm.
I'm so glad to know that you like you lettuce shredded as I do. My mom thinks I'm nuts but I love it that way for taco salad!!!
Have a great day.
TITLE Boxing Club Prairie Village On Monday, July 22 at 11:48 am
Amazing salad. That would be a fabulous lunch sometime this week!
Donna On Monday, July 22 at 11:50 am
That salad looks absolutely WONDERFUL! I could eat it right now in the mid-day Oklahoma heat and enjoy every bite. And yes, I had to scroll back and look for the bracelet — didn't want anything to pass me by!!
Jamie @lifelovelemons On Monday, July 22 at 11:52 am
mmmm now this is my kind of salad!
Karolyn Yoakum On Monday, July 22 at 11:58 am
Ree, that look so good. I am going to make that Wednesday night for dinner. What a great hot weather meal.
Mary On Monday, July 22 at 11:59 am
I loved reading this recipe and how you made it, plus the commentary. I will definitely try this!
Laurie On Monday, July 22 at 12:07 pm
Perfect supper for my daughter's visit to MA from Tulsa next week!
Jeni On Monday, July 22 at 12:19 pm
Looks wonderful! I would hold the corn, personally. I have an aversion to eating corn and chicken together, because chickens eat corn. I'm weird…I know.
Pat E On Monday, July 22 at 12:34 pm
Yum!!! Looks wonderful! This would be a good idea for supper. Chicken on the side, since daughter is vegetarian. I think I would add black beans also.
donna On Monday, July 22 at 12:46 pm
Drooling!! good idea – roll the corn in the skillet!!!!
Buffy from NV On Monday, July 22 at 1:06 pm
This looks so good. One of my favorite's is Taco Salad as well. I will have to try it with Chicken now. Thanks!
Gee On Monday, July 22 at 1:09 pm
Beautiful!! Dinner tonight! Love not heating up that stove (except for chicken & corn).
Katie | Healthnut Foodie On Monday, July 22 at 1:12 pm
For another easy dressing that avoids the preservatives in bottled dressing, you can mix 1/4 cup each sour cream and salsa, a dash of cumin, cilantro and a squeeze of lime. It's been one of the most popular recipes from my cookbook and in the classes I teach. Yummy in the tummy and realfood too!
Magg On Wednesday, July 24 at 11:09 pm
That sounds delish Katie! Thanks!
jewel On Monday, July 22 at 1:17 pm
LOVE the recipe, LOVE Taco Salads, LOVE LOVE the scandal!!!!!! (really who doesn't like a little scandal…..)
Elise On Monday, July 22 at 1:19 pm
My mouth is watering! We have been wolfing down chicken fajitas lately and this looks like a salad we would love: http://www.plinnovations.com/video-blog-chicken-fajitas/
Deitan On Monday, July 22 at 1:21 pm
This looks sooo good! Especially for a yummy satifying meal on a hot day. Just a side note: Below the picture of the stirred ranch salsa mixture you said that you could add more salad to it if you want it to be more salsa-y…I don't blame you one bit because I would be thinking about eating that salad the whole time, too! Salad…salsa…close enough Thanks for another great recipe!
Darlene Carter On Monday, July 22 at 1:31 pm
Making this for family reunion on Sunday. Can't wait for new cookbook. Love your show. Wish it was a daily episode. Come to Ohio.
Kathleen Smith On Monday, July 22 at 1:56 pm
"This platter will feed an army of salad lovers, of which I am one." – Love your line! You are amazing!! I definitely will try this one as I have others and always, always enjoy! Have a wonderful day.
Carol White On Monday, July 22 at 2:04 pm
Looks so yummy! I want to make it tonight, but alas, I have not cilantro Maybe tomorrow though!!!!
Chels R. On Monday, July 22 at 2:33 pm
This looks so refreshing for a salad!
diana On Monday, July 22 at 3:01 pm
Love all your recipes
Sandra P. On Monday, July 22 at 3:35 pm
I'm make this using Pinto Beans & Cool Ranch Doritos, minus the Avocado since DH despises it.
Kathy G On Monday, July 22 at 3:57 pm
V On Monday, July 22 at 4:19 pm
You are absolutely my favorite Food Network Cook. Can't watch your show when I'm hungry! Lol!!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking On Monday, July 22 at 4:40 pm
Thanks for reminding me about one of my favorite summer meals! Most Mexican meals are just way too "heavy" for my taste, but taco salads I love. Great recipe, Ree!
Mary Mc On Monday, July 22 at 4:53 pm
What I noticed is that she actually has a knife sharp enough to slice through the tomatoes with ease. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same thing. I really need to purchase an electric knife sharpener. My manual type doesn't seem to work well at all.
Jennifer R. On Monday, July 22 at 4:54 pm
I grew up with a variation of this. For the dressing we used salsa and sour cream… Still my favorite dressing and we always used cheesy Doritos, after using Doritos nothing else comes close and leftover ground turkey taco meat. Ever time we had tacos the leftover meat made our taco salad for lunch the next day. You didn't even have to ask, you already knew.
Khristy Jackson On Monday, July 22 at 5:19 pm
I can't wait to try this recipe, it looks great! I will have to substitute the chicken with maybe a breakfast pork chop or something similar. I am poultry intolerant, so I have learned to substitute with pork a lot, a lot, a lot:) have a fantastic day!
Bea Long On Monday, July 22 at 5:38 pm
I do love Taco Salads, has to be my most favorite!!
Bea Long On Monday, July 22 at 5:42 pm
I do Love Taco Salads, they are my most favorite!!
Gloria On Monday, July 22 at 6:02 pm
Yum! I would love to be having some right now! I can all most taste it!
N. D. On Monday, July 22 at 6:45 pm
Tomorrow's dinner…yummm:)
Shelly On Monday, July 22 at 7:50 pm
Just finished making this and serving it to my hungry family! Raves all around. Thanks for another winning recipe Ree!
Jennifer On Monday, July 22 at 8:04 pm
I have a "killer" dressing for taco salads!
Lindsay D. On Monday, July 22 at 8:08 pm
Must have! Looks delish!
Chris k in Wisconsin On Monday, July 22 at 8:10 pm
I made this for dinner tonight! We grilled chicken last night and I had some left over. When I cut it up, I drizzled some lime juice over it. Also, because I didn't use taco seasoning on the chicken when I prepared it, I added about 2 tsp to the dressing. For the chips I used the Tostito lime flavored chips. It was fantastic!! Thanks for the timely recipe for me to use today!!
cindi On Monday, July 22 at 8:49 pm
I love taco salads! My mouth was watering as I read your post!
susu On Monday, July 22 at 9:05 pm
Gotta try this one soon! Perfect for a summer day.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef On Monday, July 22 at 9:23 pm
Wow, my American heart is screaming for this salad. That chicken looks fantastic.
Brenda On Monday, July 22 at 10:33 pm
I love love , love, love ,Did I say I love this recipe.OMG …. I have been looking for different salad recipe.Because its Hot and my husband works out side all day in this summer heat.He wants something that's filling and not to hot because he is hot.If you have any and I really do mean any ideal on what I can cook for his birthday ,Please help me……He will be 48.
ginnier On Thursday, July 25 at 11:29 am
Google Ree Drummond's steak salad…..YUMMY!
Elizabeth On Monday, July 22 at 10:55 pm
Ree, this was SO GOOD! I made it tonight and I MAY have inhaled it. I love your recipes and your fun approach to writing them! You're awesome!
Lisa V On Monday, July 22 at 11:50 pm
That salad has every darn thing I like in it! YUM!!
Juliet S. On Tuesday, July 23 at 12:10 am
This looked so delicious I had to try your recipe for dinner. We both loved it! Thanks so much for the great photos and simple directions. So good!
Granof17 On Tuesday, July 23 at 7:06 am
WOW! That looks great. It would also be wonderful with Black Beans, Chopped Hard Cooked Egg and Bacon. There used to be a Southwest Chopped Salad at Chili's that was similar. They discontinued it and I haven't been back since. I don't know why I never thought to make it myself. DUH!
Kelly On Tuesday, July 23 at 8:10 am
This looks and sounds amazing!
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chris gregoire On Tuesday, July 23 at 8:37 am
This is delicious! You can change proportions at will and it's still fabulous!
Jane Cisneros On Tuesday, July 23 at 8:37 am
We make a lot of grilled chicken salads and this will be a refreshing change … yum! Love love love your show. My granddaughter and I curl up on the couch together and watch it, sighing over the beauty of your ranch life. Thanks for sharing your family with us!
Sheila On Tuesday, July 23 at 9:30 am
I am so making this salad SOON. And I'm with Granof17 up there I would most certainly add some black beans!
caroline c On Tuesday, July 23 at 9:35 am
I did some sewing this past weekend. Working on a quilt.
alicia finley On Tuesday, July 23 at 10:13 am
Made this last night…was delish and healthy – there wasn't any left, so no leftovers for lunch! Love your recipes..they have helped our family get out of the "eating-the-same-thing-week-after-week" rut!
Elyce Ford On Tuesday, July 23 at 10:34 am
I made this for dinner last night. BEST salad EVER!
Wendy in Kennewick On Tuesday, July 23 at 10:52 am
I made this last night also…. it was a hit. How could it not be with corn AND corn chips!


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The U.S. State Department's Kris Balderston is forging a new paradigm for public-private partnerships.
By Dirk Olin
The State Department's Ben Franklin Room was jam-packed on February 17. Its ceremonial flags and brocaded silk drapery provided a staid, solemn backdrop befitting the collection of Queen Anne and Chippendale furnishings that glowed in diffuse chandelier light. All of which made the raucous whooping and hollering completely incongruous. Given the roaring peels of laughter, the proceeding resembled nothing so much as a celebrity roast.
On the dais stood Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, but she was not the one receiving the accolades. Indeed, Clinton was the leader of the homage. With a wry allusion to the charges of carpetbagging that had briefly plagued her 2000 campaign for a U.S. Senate seat from New York, she declared that she "really always was a Yankees fan." She then proceeded to heap encomia on the day's honoree as only a devout follower of the Bronx Bombers would. She called him "my Mickey Mantle" and also "my Derek Jeter." But, she added, "he's the ultimate closer too—maybe Mariano Rivera." The last comparison, she said, was based on her observation that "he knows how to seal the deal."
The subject of all this idolatry was Kris Balderston, but he was clearly suited up for the power corridors of the nation's capital, not the house that Ruth built. Balderston was being sworn in as the department's special representative for global partnerships, a newly minted position reporting directly to the secretary herself. Not bad for the son of a tavern owner in the tiny upstate New York burgh of Little Falls.
The secretary explained how it was that the two had come to be there that day—how she'd plucked him from a White House staff job in 2000 as she sought to trade the title of First Lady for that of senator, how he'd given her an education in all things north of Manhattan. Clinton was so impressed with Balderston's subsequent performance in the campaign that she brought him with her to Capitol Hill as her legislative director and, eventually, deputy chief of staff. She recalled how during their first days there, as they waited to escape the rookie legislator's temporary digs in a basement office, Balderston began "holding court" in the Senate cafeteria. "I heard him called 'the mayor of upstate,' " Clinton said. "He seemed to know everybody." She then limned sundry projects that he had helped facilitate, the pair of them "traipsing through apple orchards and small family run factories." There was the so-called Farm to Fork program that matched city-area buyers and distributers with the growers, and there was the initiative to bring eBay into Podunk markets it hadn't penetrated before. "Kris," she said, "came up with this idea of the power to convene. There isn't anyone I can imagine who is as connected."
"It's part of being from a small town," Balderston would later relate. "You get to know everybody, and you expect to know everybody."
Reinforcing the small town ethos was a contribution from educational culture. Jesuitically trained at Le Moyne College in Syracuse and Georgetown University's government master's program, Balderston credits a sensibility nurtured by both institutions. That he found his way into Democratic politics was attributable to the influences of his Irish Catholic clan and the talk at his dad's tavern in Little Falls.
He began his career at the National Governors' Association, where he met two future employers: Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis, whose state office he ran from 1987 to 1991, and Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton. (Between those two bosses, he worked for Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell.) In the Clinton administration, he served under Labor Secretary Robert Reich before joining the White House staff, where he became deputy secretary to the cabinet. "It was in that position," he explains, perched in his corner office on the sixth floor of the State Department building in Foggy Bottom, "where I got to see the full array of government power, which has served me in this job, because I can see so many angles and resources everywhere in government that help us from an international perspective to realize our goals."
Networking, as practiced by some, is little more than self-aggrandizement. But Balderston is leveraging his impish grin and hail-fellow-well-met mien in the service of poverty-stricken women from rural Indian villages and aspiring Muslim students from the ghettos of Karachi. In upstate New York, he'll tell you, the operative phrase for such liaising is "I've got a guy," as in "I've got a guy who can get you cheap snow tires or reasonably priced firewood or a job for your kid." In Balderston's current position, his top initiative actually sounds similarly small bore at first: cookstoves. But the seeming inconsequence of those appliances belies their transformational potential.
"We have five big initiatives," says Balderston. "First is anything the secretary tells us to do, which are one-offs from her travels where she'll say, 'Can you connect these people with these people and help solve their problem?' Those are typically scalable and replicable."
But of the "official programs," he says, the one that is "most evolved" is the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves. "The adminstrator of the Environmental Protection Agency came to us with this problem," he says. "And it's a big, big problem. Did you know that two million people, mostly women and children, die each year from the effects of breathing in foul air that's the result of the indoor air pollution from their cooking? That's two times more than malaria. It's more than AIDS. It's more than tuberculosis. Why? Because they're cooking on three rocks with a log in a hut. And there are other effects. It causes one-fifth of the black carbon in the world. It creates massive deforestation in lots of countries. It invites violence against women, because they're out there, unprotected, seeking fuel, mostly wood, and they're raped and murdered—raped at the rate of one-per-minute in the Congo right now."
Again, Balderston credits his Jesuitical training with promoting "interdisciplinary approaches" to problems. "People tend to stay in their own groups," he says, "so this is one of those places where a liberal arts degree actually makes a difference. We brought together the office of global women's issues and the climate and environmental office and our regional bureaus and the U.N. Foundation. But it was all based on a market-driven approach. It's a parallel to the Energy Star program for appliances, where people have to meet a standard. We've raised $80 million so far, outside of State Department money, with 24 countries to date, half of which have given money. We have working groups in finance, sales, micro-finance, and one to research the standard. In July we held a cookstove event in Chennai in southern India that the secretary led. We've brought in Morgan Stanley, Shell Oil, Dow Corning, plus the CII—that's the Confederation of Indian Industries—and the federation of Chambers of Commerce of India over there. And now we're talking to China."
Three other programs are in various states of development.
"Our diaspora project is based on the secretary's perception of the Irish-American community's contribution to the Good Friday accords in Ireland. She said, 'Why not Ghana, why not Nigeria, the Phillipines, Vietnam, Peru?" In May, Balderston's group organized the first-ever Global Diaspora Forum, with 500 representatives from different countries and groups. "The notion is to form the International Diaspora Engagement Alliance (IDEA) as a platform to help people organize, and it's helpful with our understanding of what's happening on the ground and our ability to message, too. It's important to realize that there are $50 billion in remittances recorded from this country to overseas—which is twice our foreign aid budget, and it's probably four times that if you could measure the unrecorded remittances. Our addition is to communitize this, to create water or education or training or health programs that are long-term projects, not just done one family at a time."
Of particular currency is the program's initiative in Muslim countries. "Our Partners for a New Beginning was an outgrowth of President Obama's Cairo speech. You know, we used to say 'before Cairo,' and we meant his speech, but now the Arab Spring has given it a whole new relevance. It's headed up by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, with the other key partners being Muhtar Kent, the CEO from Coca Cola, and Walter Isaacson, who heads up the Aspen Institute. Once again, it's a combination of companies and universities and other institutions, in this case to create exchange programs, starting with the five predominantly Muslim countries of Pakistan, Indnonesia, Egypt, West Bank/Gaza, and Turkey—and now including emerging North African countries."
Just getting underway is the program's final official initiative, Investing With Impact. It's an effort that will soon spawn its own conference, as Balderston once again exerts "the power to convene." Interestingly, that is a notion that he credits repeatedly to the secretary—whereas her speech at his swearing-in clearly gave him the nod for its development. It is, arguably the principle underlying any successful public-private partnership: that serious progress is frequently possible, if you're willing to let someone else take the credit.

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Today the Natural History Museum welcomed its 25 millionth visitor since free entry began in December 2001.
Stuart May aged 3
The May family were on holiday in London from Livermore, California. They received free admission to the Butterfly Jungle exhibition, as well as a cuddly orang-utan and remote-controlled flapping falcon.
Three-year-old Stuart was most excited about coming to see the Dinosaurs, but Madeleine, aged 6 and pictured above, loved the big animals in the Whale Hall, particularly the elephants.
The number of visitors to the Museum has more than doubled in this time despite only 45 % Britons knowing that entry is free.
The admission charge was removed by Trustees with financial support from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
Dr Michael Dixon, Director of the Natural History Museum, comments, 'Since general admission charges were removed seven-and–a-half years ago, we have seen our visitor figures more than double, reaching 3.7million last year. But it is astonishing that so many people don't know we are free.'
Natalie May aged 3
'With the summer holidays fast approaching, families will be looking for ways to entertain their children, but they may well be under increasing financial strain due to the economic downturn.'
'A visit to the Natural History Museum or other free, national museums, can be a truly inspirational experience, taking people away from the realities of every day life for the day.'
The Museum is famous for its beautiful Victorian building with galleries ranging from the Central Hall and Mammals, home to the iconic Diplodocus and blue whale, to the Earth Galleries and Human Biology, all of which are free to visit.
The Museum is also a world-leading science research centre. The important specimen collections help scientists study current issues such as air quality, the impact of climate change on biodiversity, the causes of disease and the maintenance of delicate ecosystems around the world.
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I've said elsewhere that this was probably the last election where the Republicans stood a real chance of gaining the American Presidency with a program that mainly appeals to prosperous suburban whites and holds little appeal to most women and almost no appeal at all to racial minorities.
If the GOP is to survive, what do you think it would have to look like? What could it possibly look like?
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It is exceedingly difficult to gain knowledge about the EU from US and UK sources as these tend to have an anti-EU bias. If you look at the Euro as being an economic tool it is easy to say it is doomed. But that's not the point, it is part of the larger EU project and it would be ahistorical, even unthinkable, to roll back the project in any way. Beer Europe may not be thrilled by the prospect of having to carry Wine Europe, but will continue to do so nonetheless. In a longer term there is a slow moving process of creating a common European identity, which should defuse some of the more rampant nationalism.
In fact, what we are seeing today is an expansion in the power of the EU, prime examples being the fiscal compact, a banking union, and perhaps even EU signoff of national budgets in the medium term. Add to these actions the strong awareness among EU leaders (ex Britain, they are "special") that without closer cooperation they stand no chance against the growing power of the developing world - China, India, and Brazil in particular - and work as a bulwark against the potential danger of a US in relative decline. These are also the reasons why the major EU powers in particular, and the EU as a whole in general, are cooperating ever closer with Russia and Turkey as both are required to stand a chance of balancing in terms of population and resources the other future superpowers.
Think of the EU in terms more familiar, "Together we stand, divided we fall."
If Germany stops propping the Eurozone up. What then? The German people are already wearying of it all, and German leaders are elected, so ultimately they will do what the German people insist they do, not what's best for the "Zone."
What if the US stops propping Mississippi up?
The West Germans have propped up East Germans for two decades now at substantial cost, not entirely without complaining. Greece hasn't actually cost the German taxpayers a cent yet (ex EU fees), and withdrawing support is costlier than the keeping Greece in. And again, it's not only about economics.
Well said, Arcus, couldn't have done it better myself!
Greece hasn't actually cost the German taxpayers a cent yet...
Germans have paid something like $2 trillion to "fix" the East; many German taxpayers feel tapped out and defensive. They suspect that no matter how much they give Greece, and Portugal, and Spain, and Italy — they will continue to be attacked as 'stingy' and 'selfish' and much of the money will end up stolen or lost.
They are probably right about all this — and that makes it much, much harder for German politicians to tell voters that it's time to dig deep and pay the piper one more time. (source)
That was May, and since the Germans have toned down their opposition to Eurobonds and instead started making demands of stronger fiscal integration.
Dude, what the hell?
All i said was that it's not a good idea to lump the whole of Europe together and to judge the whole of Europe based on the peformance of the weaker economies, and that there is more to Europe than just the Euro and Euro Zone.
It's cute to see you put on your debating pants and your "let's have an argument hat", but perhaps you would learn from a conversation once in a while.
They're not stupid about economics, but they know that most of us are - it's the old, tell-'em-what-they-want-to-hear-and-give-'em-what-you-want-to-give-'em trick.
The problem with the GOP is that the future always looks like the past.
Consider the year 2000. Low unemployment. Balanced budget. Strong economy. The Republicans take over, look around, and say gosh, now is the perfect time for:
The result was the near-collapse of the commercial banking, investment banking, and insurance industries, a doubling of the national debt, and the destruction of the real estate market, 30,000 businesses, and 20 million American jobs.
Before the GOP's deregulation scheme, the super-rich CEOs who caused the financial crisis collectively would have received several thousand years in prison. Instead they received million-dollar bonuses and the $700 billion TARP bailout, on top of the massive tax cuts they'd already been given.
Jump forward to 2008. The GOP crackpots look around and say gosh what a mess. So they produce the Tea Party and demand an injection of fresh ideas into conservative politics, such as:
The GOP loses big, and Obama is elected.
Jump ahead to 2012. The GOP looks around and says gosh, Obama really isn't picking up this mess fast enough. We need change for America, something that'll really get this country back on track. So Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan produce a batch a new ideas they say will solve all of our problems:
Jump ahead to 2016. I'm sure Governor Christie and the other "new stars" of the GOP will come up with some kind of fresh, new platform to run on. Care to guess what it'll be?
Carl Bernstein on Mitt Romney's Radicalism
"All we have to do is replace Obama. ... We are not auditioning for fearless leader," declared Grover Norquist. "We don't need a president to tell us in what direction to go. We know what direction to go.... We just need a president to sign this stuff....Pick a Republican with enough working digits to handle a pen.... His job is to be captain of the team, to sign the legislation that has already been prepared."
I almost pissed myself laughing, thanks!
Plenty more where that came from! ;)


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Two lots of DRM shoved down your throat, hyping it up with nvidia endorsements left right and centre and out it comes a shoddy mess. Wouldn't be so bad if I wasn't being refused a refund on my pre-order. This has to be the only industry apart from the energy business where customers can be bent over and shafted and told to take it gracefully and walk away.
I am actually thinking piracy isn't such a bad thing after all. Atleast you get to sample what your getting, seeing as they stopped doing demos of games knowing they will be too much of a mess to let the public in on it. Slap extra Ts and Cs in EULAs and they've got your money without any come backs.
This is the very last gaming PC i'm buying, it just isn't worth the grief anymore.
I think the behavior and implementation of all this stuff game makers put out drives a lot of people to torrents. I myself have gone that route for some time now. I get the game, if I like it I buy it and if I don't I un-install the game (call it the try before you buy approach). I also like the benefits of being able to play a game not having to use Steam. No multiplayer of course but I don't multiplay anyway.
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I love this!!! Great work :)
so cool!
Terrific piece!!!!! :)
Thank you Kurt, Josrick, Pigboom, Noblackcolor, Pegeen, Bruce & Gwenola !!! Happy trails to you !
Admirable work! Love the humor.
Thanks Mischo !
thank you Tareco!
thx mauro !
so strange, but so perfect!
thx Matt!
bwaahahaa - love how he's sitting
Cool idea, well done!
Thanks Toxic Retro, Gentleman's Game & Cordula !!!
smiled -felt the flight - giggled! thanks.......
Thx Lou, glad I made you giggle !!
Nice composition!... i love it!
Thx Gian !
is that Roy Rogers??? wow! that's cool.
Jip, that's Roy! Thx !
so great!
thx Eric !
truly one of the better flights i can recall!
Thx2 Steven!
Pretty cool work !!
Thx Geraldine!!
Very cool. Ride em Roy!
thx Mary!
This made me lol. What was the inspiration?? I love the vintage-postcard look.
thx Willinok. This piece just started with the image of the bird.
And then Roy Rogers hopped on :)
And then Roy Rogers hopped on :)
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Apparently Sitting Down Is The Newest Thing That Can Give You Cancer
"Human beings weren't meant to sit in cubicles all day!" -Office Space Because it apparently increases the risk of cancer. A new study from the University of Kansas has discovered that people who sit all day are at a much higher risk for getting cancer than those who are more active.
What else is new?
The study involved 60,000 men between the ages of 45 and 65 and found that there was "a steady increase in risk of chronic diseases with the men who sat more." Those chronic diseases include heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and of course, cancer.
The men were separated into groups according to the amount of time each day they spent sitting down: four hours or less, four to six, sit to eight, and more than eight hours a day. The study found that those who spent more than eight hours a day sitting down had the highest risk of developing the aforementioned diseases.
So is the only way to avoid cancer to refuse to join the American workforce?
We must stop spending so much time on our asses. Destroy your computer. Smash your remote control. Burn all of your books. Stop the cancer epidemic by joining the hunting and gathering initiative of 2013!
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We are also very proud to announce that the JOnAS project has been selected for a presentation in the JavaOne Conference. Talk information :
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BEAUMONT – The Lamar men's tennis team will look to build momentum with nine home dates in 2013 before playing host to the Southland Conference Championships at Thompson Family Tennis Center in April.
The spring slate begins with home matches against Alcorn State and future Southland member Incarnate Word on January 26 before hitting the road for Rice on the following day.
"We've played Alcorn here in Beaumont almost every year since before I've been here," third-year head coach Scott Shankles said. "They've always been gracious to come here, and with Incarnate Word joining the conference next year, I think that's a good way to start our season. The three teams we're playing are all different, and with a perennial power in Rice, it offers us a chance to see where we're at against that kind of competition."
The Cardinals will host Louisiana on February 2 before spending the rest of the month on the road, taking on Texas Tech and Wichita State in Lubbock, Nevada and UTSA in San Antonio and Tulane and New Orleans in New Orleans.
"February is going to be a very tough month, but I think it's going to allow us to see if we are true contenders at a national level," Shankles explained. "Six of the seven opponents have a chance at being nationally ranked, and the whole month of February will let us know if we're in that caliber."
LU returns home with matches against Florida A&M and Radford on March 9 and 10, respectively. Following a trip to Hammond, La., to play Youngstown State, the Cards will host Southern Miss and Prairie View A&M.
Lamar closes out March with the longest trip of the season, traveling up to Utah to challenge Utah State and Weber State.
The Cards will look to build momentum in April with conference matches against Oral Roberts, UTPA, Nicholls and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi as well as a non-conference tilt against Jackson State before hosting the SLC tournament, which is set to begin on April 26.
"You obviously want to be playing your best at the end of the year," Shankles said. "I think playing in Beaumont is going to be a great advantage for us this year. With the way the schedule is set up, we should be ready to compete and play for a chance to get into the NCAA Tournament."


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Justin C. Sherrill wrote: > On Thu, December 7, 2006 3:39 pm, Peter Avalos wrote: > >>> When is cvsup appropriate vs. cvs? Using cvsup is what we have >>> documented. >>> >> It appears that he is using cvsup to get the repo, and usung cvs to update >> his src/ tree. > > Should we be describing that in documentation? I see both techniques in > use, but I haven't seen a reason one should be described over the other. > (I always just used cvsup.)
I love cvsup, but lately we DragonFly fans are completely dependent on a binary cvsup package because ezm3 won't compile.
The obvious solution is to use csup, which is a cvsup-workalike written in C. It works flawlessly on FreeBSD and NetBSD but not (yet) on DFBSD because of the newer version of cvs that we use.
I've emailed the csup guru (Maxime Henrion) about updating csup, but I've had no answer from him. I hope Maxime is in good health and is just too busy to deal with csup, but I really don't know.
Anyone who is interested in updating csup can get the sources here: http://www.mu.org/~mux/csup.html#download
FWIW, http://mu.org/~mux/csup-snap-20060318.tgz does the trick for me. My supfile is below:
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Established in February of 2011, the Theatre Institute at Sage is dedicated to providing quality live theatre and arts-in-education programming to Capital Region youth, educators and residents. The Institute also provides opportunities for Russell Sage students as performers, technicians and teachers.
Programs include educational support services for Sage productions (such as in-class preparations, teacher in-services and study guides), a Saturday theatre arts school, camps during school breaks, and several theatre camps during the summer for children ages 5-18.
Under the supervision of Department of Arts and Letters chair, Michael Musial, Russell Sage Teachers/Artists-in-Residence David Bunce and Heather Hamelin are responsible for the administration of Theatre Institute at Sage programming. Programs are taught by a combination of Sage staff, students and consultants.
Programs take place on the Russell Sage College campus in Troy, which is home to three performance spaces as well as numerous studios and classrooms.
Announcements and recruitment for the Theatre Institute will be done through a combination of print media, direct mail, social media and Sage website and publications.
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You Tell Us: Will Spoby Get Back Together on Pretty Little Liars?
Here at Wetpaint Entertainment, we're hardcore Spencer (Troian Bellisario)/Toby (Keegan Allen) fans. We want nothing more than to see them rush back into each others' arms. We like Wren (Julian Morris), but Spoby belongs together
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However, after the girls failed to find out "A"'s identity in Pretty Little Liars Season 2, Episode 14, "Through Many Dangers, Toils, and Snares," we're worried Spencer won't let Toby back into her life yet. Even though the liars got "A"'s cell phone the stalker is still a threat, and we know Spencer is concerned about Toby's safety. We know that they do kiss again, but in the romantically tumultuous world of Rosewood, that doesn't necessarily mean they'll be officially together.
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Blog do Carve e do SurfAugust 18, 2006 on 11:44 pm | In Blog, Esportes | No Comments
A alguns dias atrás criei o Cavadas e Rasgadas, um blog que fala de surf e carveboard. Divertam-se!
Skateboarding shop Lucid DreamAugust 12, 2006 on 5:58 pm | In Cool, Esportes, Lucid Dreaming | 4 Comments
Today I had another lucid dream. I was driving the road when I suddenly saw a skateboarding shop nearby. There was a bunch of carveboards in the front window and they were in different kinds of colours. As I'm a carveboard dealer I decided to investigate it because I've never saw these boards before.
The shop was very big, like a big shelter and I saw hundreds of skateboards lying around. I suddenly thought that I could be dreaming. Right away I jump doing a gravity reality check, just to be sure. I jumped and floated slowly throught the ground realizing that I was dreaming. Wow, the instant that you become aware that you're dreaming is one of the best moments of lucid dreaming. Things get awesome bright and clear and you realize that the brain is a fantastic machine building all this realistic world by himself.
First I got a stapler in a table and throw it many times to the air, getting it again and again, just to see the phisics working properly. After that I got the sales woman, put her upside down and start to talk to her (don't ask me why)! I even asked to a guy nearby if he would like to talk to her too, but he declined.
The dream became fuzzy and I could not maintain my lucidity and I woke up. Sad but true.
The Best Skateboarder of the WorldAugust 5, 2006 on 10:55 pm | In Esportes, Natan | 3 Comments
Below you can see the best skateboarder of the World. No comments, no rankings, no tricks. No one can beat him; no one can achieve what he did. He's the best, the better, greater, stronger and awesome.
Watch your step, here he comes: Natan!
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UNITY TOWNSHIP, Maine (AP) – A dog apparently caused a fatal head-on crash in Unity Township earlier this week. Kennebec County Sheriff's Chief Deputy Ryan Reardon says a pickup truck driven by 29-year-old Tyler Brackett of Unity was headed west on Route 139 on Monday afternoon when his dog hopped in his lap, causing him to jerk his steering wheel and cross into the eastbound lane. Reardon tells the Kennebec Journal the truck collided with a car driven by 59-year-old Donna Jackson of Waterville. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Brackett and Jackson's two passengers were hospitalized, but are expected to recover. The dog was uninjured. The crash remains under investigation and no charges have been filed.
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Playoffs aren't good enough for you anymore? They haven't won a playoff game since you were able to buy your 1st legal drink! Baby steps first buddy, how about you worry about your team winning even 1 playoff game.
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Table of Contents
- Important Note
- Introduction
- Article I: Definitions
- Article II: Sexual Misconduct Policy
- Article III: Student Sexual Misconduct Code Procedures
Pacific University is committed to providing a learning environment that affirms the dignity and inherent worth of every member of the student community. The Student Code of Conduct is an overarching set of regulations and procedures designed to protect and foster such a learning environment, and includes within it the Student Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Sexual misconduct, in any form, is contrary to the very goals and mission of the University and will not be tolerated. An individual found responsible of violating the University policy on sexual misconduct will be subject to disciplinary action.
Article I: Definitions
A. The term "sexual misconduct" means rape, sexual assault, or forced or unwanted sexual contact of any kind, or threat of such contact. Sexual contact is considered "unwanted" or without consent if clear consent is not given; if inflicted through force, threat of force, or coercion; or if inflicted upon a person who is unconscious or otherwise without the physical or mental capacity to consent. If sexual contact is inflicted on someone who is intoxicated or impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is considered without consent.
Sexual misconduct includes but is not limited to:
- Unwanted/non-consensual verbal (including telephone), written (including electronic media), pictorial, or physical conduct of a sexual nature which a reasonable person would consider intimidating, hostile, offensive, and/or which adversely affects the learning or living environment of any students.
- Non-consensual sexual contact and/or touching involving any sexual or intimate part of the body.
- Unwanted/non-consensual forceful sexual contact. The use of force may include, but not be limited to, use of body weight, pushing or hitting, coercion or threats.
- The use of force (body weight, hitting or pushing, use of a weapon, threats to kidnap, kill or harm oneself for example) to overcome earnest resistance to engage in sexual intercourse. Earnest resistance may be verbal or physical, or both.
- Sexual intercourse, or penetration by any means to any degree when the victim is incapable of consent by reason of mental incapacitation or physical helplessness and force is not used (see Commentary on Consent below).
Sexual misconduct includes acts of sexual exploitation. Acts of sexual exploitation are including, but are not limited to:
- Prostitution
- Videotaping or making digital imagery of sexually explicit acts without knowledge and consent of all parties
- Invasion of privacy, stalking, or voyeurism
- Dissemination of sexually explicit images without the consent of all parties
- Inducing incapacitation with the intent to rape or sexually assault—This type of sexual exploitation occurs regardless of whether sexual activity actually takes place.
B. The term "consent" means voluntary, non-coerced and clear verbal and/or nonverbal communication indicating a willingness to engage in a particular act. Consent includes an affirmative verbal response or voluntary acts unmistakable in their meaning.
C. The term "sexual contact" means the touching of the genitalia, anus, buttocks or breast of a person or causing such person to touch the genitalia, anus, buttocks or breasts of another.
D. The term "mental incapacitation" means a condition wherein a person is rendered incapable of appraising or controlling his/her conduct at the time of the alleged offense because of the influence of a controlled or other intoxicating substance or because of any act committed upon the person without his/her consent.
E. The term "physical helplessness" means a condition wherein a person is asleep, unconscious or for any other reason is physically unable to communicate consent to an act.
F. The "Complainant" brings forward an allegation of a breach of the Sexual Misconduct Code which is actionable.
G. The term "Respondent" means any student accused of violating this Sexual Misconduct Code.
H. The term "Conduct Advisor" (or designee) means a specifically trained University staff designated by the Vice President for Student Affairs to be responsible for the administration of the Student Code and ensures that all procedures are falling in accord with the University Code of Conduct. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) will attend the complete proceedings of all hearings, and does not have a vote in any hearing decision. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) has specialized knowledge of appropriate university sanctions, and will assign sanctions to students found in violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy via either the Individual Conduct Officer or Formal Conduct Board hearing processes outlined herein after notification of hearing outcome. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) is an unbiased source for the process and will equally offer resources and procedural information to both the Respondent and the Complainant making the report of sexual misconduct.
I. The "Conduct Administrator" is a trained University staff member who manages all disciplinary administrator duties, including managing and gathering reports, recording information in files, serving as an administrative resource during hearings, etc.
J. The "Sexual Misconduct Policy Board" means Faculty and staff members of the University who have been specifically trained in sexual misconduct definitions, role of consent, myths and facts about sexual misconduct, conduct procedures, sensitivity to diversity and culture, due process, appropriate standards of proof and questioning standards, and information gathering. Individual members may be called upon to serve alone in Individual Conduct Officers Hearings, or a group of three members will be asked to act as the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board in Formal Conduct Board hearing. Members serving as Hearing Officers should have no power-relationship or significant history with the accused student and/or the student making the report. Both men and women will comprise the Board and all three must be in attendance at a Formal Conduct Board hearing.
Article II: Sexual Misconduct Policy
A. Sexual misconduct violates the standards of conduct expected of every student member of the University community and is strictly prohibited by The Student Code of Conduct. In reported cases of sexual misconduct, the person making the report (The Complainant) must offer credible evidence that opens the question of whether voluntary consent existed. It then becomes the responsibility of the accused student (The Respondent) to demonstrate that such consent did exist. The University is charged with determining whether voluntary consent existed, not in determining the precise details of the offense. If it is found that behavior took place without voluntary consent, then a violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy occurred. The other evidence at the hearing is used to determine the most appropriate outcome to a violation.
- A Note About Consent: In the absence of mutually clear words or actions (a true and mutual understanding of what is to be done, where, with whom, and in what way), it is the responsibility of the initiator, or the person who wants to engage in the specific sexual activity to make sure that he or she has voluntary consent from his/her partner(s). Consent to some form of sexual activity does not imply consent to other forms of sexual activity. Consent must be obtained by the initiator of the behavior at every stage of sexual interaction. Because sexual misconduct between students often occurs in the context of the use of alcohol or other controlled substances, it is important to stress the critical significance of clear communication, consent, and levels of responsibility for behavior while under the influence. As Pacific's Alcohol Policy clearly states, individuals are responsible for their behavior when they are drinking, and drinking is never an excuse for behavior. This applies to all students. However, under theories of consent, when an individual is intoxicated and unable to communicate consent or lack thereof, that individual can no longer be responsible for decisions about sexual activity because he or she is mentally incapable of giving or denying consent. Therefore, if a student has sexual contact with another student who does not have the necessary mental capacity to consent to this behavior, this sexual contact is considered sexual misconduct by the University.
Article III: Student Sexual Misconduct Code Procedures
A student who has experienced an unwanted sexual contact is encouraged to first contact the Campus Wellness Coordinator, who is identified as the primary source of advocacy, information, and support for students. However, a student may make a disclosure of sexual misconduct to any professional on the Pacific campus to seek information about resources available for support, advocacy, or conduct options (i.e. Campus Wellness Coordinator, Area Coordinators, Counseling Center, Health Center, CPS, Center for Gender Equity, Student Life, Dean's Office, etc.). If the student making the report decides that she or he would like to pursue a University conduct hearing, the above listed professionals may assist the student to make contact with the Conduct Advisor or designee. Students may also elect to make direct contact with the Conduct Advisor (or designee) as their first point of contact. (In cases where a student wishes to make a report, but is not comfortable with the Conduct Advisor a trained designee will be named.)
If the Complainant chooses, she or he may pursue one of the following processes for adjudication of an incident of sexual misconduct. The procedures below are designed to assure fairness and a balanced process, maintain confidentiality (wherever possible), and impose appropriate sanctions on members of the student community in violation of the policy. Two hearing options are available: a hearing with an Individual Conduct Officer or a hearing with a Formal Conduct Board, as outlined below.
Note: Just as in any University conduct case, decisions are made based on a "preponderance of evidence," meaning the incident was more likely than not to have happened (more than 50% chance).
Article III. A: Individual Conduct Officer Hearing Process
The student making the report (The Complainant) may choose to bring an alleged sexual misconduct incident to a hearing with a single, trained Conduct Officer. Both the Complainant and Respondent will be participants in a hearing within fifteen (15) working days of notice being given to the Respondent. The hearing will be procedurally identical for both students – same location, same Conduct Officer, same Conduct Advisor, same preparatory materials provided, same opportunity for an advocate (see Complaint Procedures). However, the day and time of the hearing will be different to ensure that the Complainant and Respondent NOT asked to have direct contact with one another through the process. The two students will NOT be asked to be in the same room, at the same time, during the hearing.
In the course of the hearing the Conduct Officer will speak individually with both the Respondent and the Complainant. Both the Respondent and Complainant will have the opportunity to read any submitted written reports regarding the incident and may respond to the information in the reports. The Conduct Officer will also speak with all reported witnesses to the incident before rendering a decision. Permanent dismissal or expulsion from the University CANNOT be imposed as the outcome of an Individual Conduct Officer hearing. A listing of some representative potential conduct sanctions or interventions is included in the "Sanction" section of the Sexual Misconduct Policy.
After both the Complainant and the Respondent have participated in their portions of the hearing, the Conduct Officer will decide if the Respondent is responsible for a violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy. (Note: Just as in any University conduct case, decisions are made based on a "preponderance of evidence," meaning the incident was more likely than not to have happened (more than 50% chance). Lack of voluntary consent constitutes the violation. Following deliberation, the Conduct Officer renders a decision and will notify both students and the attending Conduct Advisor of that decision. If the Respondent is found in violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy, he or she will meet individually with the attending Conduct Advisor within 5 working days, and at that time he or she will be informed of assigned sanctions. See Hearing Appeal Process for appeal criterion and procedures.
Article III. B: Formal Conduct Board Hearing Process
A student filing a report may choose to bring an alleged sexual misconduct incident through a Formal Conduct Board hearing process with the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board. Both the Complainant and Respondent will be participants in a hearing within fifteen (15) working days of notice being given to the Respondent. In a Formal Conduct Board hearing both the Complainant and Respondent must appear before the Board, in the same room, to tell his/her side of the incident. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) will be in attendance to ensure procedural consistency, but will not participate directly and does not have a vote to influence the outcome of the hearing. Either the Complainant or Respondent may request participation via closed caption video, SKYPE, a room partition, or other reasonable visual or physical separation during the hearing. Both the Complainant and Respondent may be questioned by the Board. Neither the Respondent nor Complainant may question one another directly. Witnesses may be brought forward and may be questioned by the Board. The Sexual Misconduct Policy Board's role is to determine whether a violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy has occurred based on the preponderance of evidence. A violation has occurred if it is found that voluntary consent did not exist. A decision by the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board, in which a student is found in violation of the code, may result in a number of sanctions up to and including suspension and/or expulsion from the University.
The students involved in the reported incident may challenge the composition of the Board. The Respondent and Complainant will be notified of the names of those who will serve on the Board at the time the hearing is scheduled. If either objects to any member or members of the Board, he or she must submit the reasons for objection in writing to the Conduct Advisor (or designee) no less than 72 hours prior to the hearing. The Conduct Advisor will review the objection and decide whether the Board members should or should not be replaced. Removal from the Board will occur if the Conduct Advisor is convinced that bias or other harm could result from allowing the selected member to adjudicate the incident.
Formal Conduct Board hearings require that three (3) members of the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board be present. Once the Board renders a decision, both the Complainant and Respondent will be notified of that decision either in person at the conclusion of the hearing or in a personal meeting with the Conduct Advisor (or designee). If the Respondent is found in violation of the Sexual Misconduct Policy, he or she will be informed of assigned sanctions in an individual meeting with the attending Conduct Advisor within five (5) working days.
A decision by the Board will be made by a majority vote if a consensus is not possible. (Note: Just as in any University conduct case, decisions are made based on a "preponderance of evidence," meaning the incident was more likely than not to have happened (more than 50% chance). Lack of voluntary consent constitutes the violation.
Individual Conduct Officer and Formal Conduct Board hearings may be appealed to the Director of Human Resources or designee within five (5) working days of the hearing. As a response to hearing the appeal, the Director of Human Resources, or designee, may support the original decision, overturn the original decision, or request a new hearing. In order to move forward, all appeals must meet one or more of the four criteria outlined in this policy (see Hearing Appeal Process).
Article III. C: Complainant and Additional Procedures
Once the student with a complaint (Complainant) decides how she or he want to move forward, the Conduct Advisor (or designee) will request a written report describing the incident to the Conduct Advisor. Within 48 hours, or as soon as thereafter as possible, this report will then be presented to the accused student (Respondent) by the Conduct Advisor (or designee) and the Respondent will have an opportunity to submit his or her own report. In addition, during this time any other related reports will be collected by the Conduct Advisor (i.e. CPS report, witness reports, etc.).
The Respondent may consult the Conduct Advisor (or designee) for general support and information regarding options, or he or she may ask for another trained individual to act as a resource.
Both the Respondent and the Complainant have the right to review all submitted reports before the hearing. All reports must be submitted to the Conduct Advisor (or designee) within a minimum of 48 hours before the hearing.
Once the Respondent has been notified, either the Individual Conduct Officer hearing or the Formal Conduct Board hearing will be held as quickly as possible, within fifteen (15) working days of this notification. If this time frame cannot be met, both the Respondent and the Complainant will be notified promptly. Only specific conditions may allow for a hearing delay such as academic calendar delays, the temporary withdrawal of either student, or medical emergency of any participant of the scheduled hearing. Both the Respondent and the Complainant will be informed by the Conduct Advisor (or designee) of the hearing format, specific charges, and related protocol.
If the Conduct Advisor determines that the safety or wellbeing of either the Respondent or the Complainant may be compromised before or after the hearing, alternative residential accommodations may be provided to one or both students. If a continuing threat of harm or concern regarding a hostile environment for the Complainant is present, interim suspension of the Respondent may also be imposed pending a hearing. Both students will be instructed to cease and resist all forms of contact, including third party contact, with one another before and possibly after the hearing (a "no contact" order will be in effect). If the "no contact" instructions are violated, the student who made the contact will face conduct procedures and sanctions including possible immediate suspension and/or a trespass from campus. Further, the Respondent may not discuss the matter with others even if no contact with the Complainant is intended or actually occurs.
It is the Complainant's choice whether to also report sexual misconduct to civil authorities. A report to the Conduct Advisor (or designee) does not trigger a report to law enforcement authorities. (See Violation of the Law and the Student Judicial Process.) The University will maintain the confidentiality of the Complainant and the Respondent at all stages of the conduct system unless unavoidable. As required by law, however, the Complainant has a right to know the outcome of any conduct hearing involving sexual misconduct, and will be so informed by the Conduct Advisor.
In both Individual Conduct Officer and Formal Conduct Board hearings, the Respondent and Complainant have the right to have one (1) non-participatory advocate or support person in any meeting with University personnel regarding the incident (Note: The advocate/support person may be an attorney, but may act only in an advisory role to the student). If either student utilizes an attorney as an advisor, the student must give the Conduct Advisor at least 48-hours notice. If the student elects to be advised by an attorney, the Conduct Advisor (or designee) may elect to have the University advised by University Counsel during the proceedings.
Also, in both Individual Conduct Officer and Formal Conduct Board hearings, the hearing will be convened in a private room and will not be open to the public. A record of the hearing (digital audio and written) will be maintained by the Conduct Administrator.
In a Formal Conduct Board hearing there will be separate waiting rooms for the Respondent and the Complainant and related witnesses. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) must receive a list of all witnesses at least 48 hours before the hearing. The Conduct Advisor (or designee) must also receive any objections to the persons selected to sit as the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board no later than 72 hours prior to the hearing. (Approved objections may delay the hearing while other Board members are located.) Both the Respondent and Complainant have a right to be present throughout Formal Conduct Board proceedings and will have the right to know in advance any witnesses that may come forward. However, the Complainant and the Respondent do not need to be physically present in the hearing room at the same time and a Formal Conduct Board hearing can be conducted via a live video feed from another location.
Any person disruptive to a hearing may be excluded from the process by the Conduct Advisor (or designee) and/or an Individual Conduct Officer. If this person is a student, he or she will be subject to disciplinary sanctions including immediate suspension and/or lesser charges appropriate to the disruption.
All students have a right to a fair and impartial hearing. However, a student's failure to attend a scheduled hearing after receiving appropriate, timely notice, and without notifying the University of his or her necessary absence, or a student's failure to participate appropriately in the proceeding, are not sufficient reasons to halt the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board and/or Individual Conduct Officer from rendering a decision.
(Note: Just as in any University conduct case, decisions are made based on a "preponderance of evidence," meaning the incident was more likely than not to have happened (more than 50% chance).
Only after a finding of responsibility has been reached in either the Individual Conduct Officer hearing or the Formal Conduct Board hearing, may prior violations of the Sexual Misconduct Policy, of the Student Code of Conduct, or of public law that are deemed relevant be made known to the Conduct Advisor (or designee) who then determines appropriate sanctions.
Article III. D: Sanctions
The following may be sanctions imposed during an Individual Conduct Officer hearings or a Sexual Misconduct Policy Board hearing:
- Warning - A notice in writing to the student that he or she has violated the Student Code of Conduct or University community standards, with language that clearly indicates the particular aspects of behavior that were at issue and expectations for future behavior.
- Loss of Privileges - Denial of specified privileges for a designated period of time.
- Educational Intervention – An educational task such as a research paper, interview, lecture, observation, etc. that would increase a student's understanding of related issues of consent and/or appropriate physical boundaries.
- Program Development – The development of an educational program for a living and/or learning community on a relevant topic (i.e. healthy relationships, consent, effects of alcohol on decision-making, etc.).
- Fines – Dollar amounts appropriate to the case.
- Restitution - Compensation for property damage or loss.
- Discretionary Sanctions - Work assignments, service to the University or other related discretionary assignments.
- Behavioral Agreements - A written statement of behavioral expectations developed for those who have already received written warnings, or whose conduct indicates that formalized ongoing structures are beneficial.
- Psychological Assessment – an assessment of functioning conducted by a licensed or certified mental health professional. Such services are available on campus and subsidized by student fees. Should a student prefer to seek a psychological assessment off-campus, the student will be responsible for all payment for services.
- Probation - A written reprimand for violation of specified regulations. Probation is for a designated period of time, and includes the warning of more severe disciplinary sanctions if the student is found to be in violation of any institutional regulation(s) during the probationary period.
- Residence Hall Relocation – The Relocation of the accused to a different living unit managed by the University. The University reserves the right to select the new housing assignment and the student is responsible for incurring additional costs that may result from the move.
- Residence Hall Suspension - Separation of the student from the residence halls for a definite period of time, after which the student may be eligible to return. Conditions to regain a housing assignment may be specified.
- Residence Hall Expulsion - Permanent separation of the student from any of the living units managed by the University.
- University Suspension - Separation of the student for a definite period of time, not to exceed one year, after which the student may be eligible to return. Conditions for re-admission may be specified.
Note – the following sanctions can only be imposed via a Formal Conduct Board hearing, or from an appeal of a Formal Conduct Board hearing outcome:
- University Dismissal—Separation of the student from the University, with opportunity to reapply to the University. Conditions for re-admission may be specified.
- University Expulsion—Permanent severance of the student from the University.
Article III. E: Hearing Appeal Process
The decision of the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board may be appealed by either the Complainant or the Respondent within five (5) school or working days of the decision. Such appeals shall be in writing, and shall be delivered to the Vice President of Student Affairs or designee. To be heard, all appeals must meet one of the four criteria listed in the Code of Conduct. These criteria include:
- To determine whether the original hearing was conducted fairly in light of the allegations and evidence presented, whether the hearing was conducted in conformity with prescribed procedures, and that the process provided a reasonable opportunity to prepare and present evidence that the Student Code was violated, and provided the respondent a reasonable opportunity to prepare and to present a rebuttal of those allegations.
- To determine whether the decision reached regarding the Respondent was based on an appropriate standard of proof - "more likely than not", that is, whether the information presented in the case was sufficient to establish that a violation of the Student Code more likely than not occurred.
- To determine whether the sanction(s) imposed were proportional to the violation of the Student Code, which the student was found to have committed.
- To consider new evidence sufficient to alter a decision or other relevant facts not brought out in the original hearing, because such evidence was not known, and could not have been known to the person appealing at the time of the original hearing.
The Vice-President of Student Affairs or designee will determine if an appeal meets one or more of the listed criteria. This determination will be communicated within five (5) school days following receipt of a request for appeal. If an appeal does meet the criteria, it will be heard by the Director of Human Resources, or designee, within five (5) school days of the student having been notified. The Director of Human Resources, or designee, has received the same sexual misconduct training as all members of the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board. Once the Director of Human Resources or designee, renders a decision, it is final and any sanctions immediately apply.
Note— Generally, sanctions will not be imposed until the appeal process has been completed. However, in cases where the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board finds the Respondent in violation and determines that the student must be removed from University housing or suspended, dismissed or expelled from the University, the Respondent will be temporarily suspended from living in or visiting any on-campus living environment, and he or she will be given stipulations regarding access to the University until the appeal can be completed. Generally, in all cases wherein an appeal has been filed, both students will be required to honor a "no contact" agreement during the appeal process at least.
Article III. F: Violation of the Law and the Student Conduct Process
University conduct proceedings may be instituted against a student without regard to pending criminal charges, or civil litigation which may arise from the same situation. Proceedings under the Student Conduct Process, including the Sexual Misconduct Policy, may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings off-campus.
The Vice President for Student Affairs, in consultation with the University Counsel, will determine the University's response when the law has been violated. Under some circumstances, the University may elect to postpone a hearing, pending completion of the collection of evidence by law enforcement officers, but it is not obligated to do so.
A student who is disciplined, suspended or expelled from the University by the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board for behavior that was also alleged to be illegal and is later found not guilty of charges by public authorities may appeal the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board ruling to the Director of Human Resources. (The finding of the Sexual Misconduct Policy Board has the possibility of remaining in force due to a lesser standard of proof being used—i.e., weight of believable evidence vs. beyond a reasonable doubt.)
When a student is charged by federal, state or local authorities with a violation of law, the University will not request nor agree to special consideration for that individual because of his/her status as a student. If the alleged offense is also involved in a proceeding of the Student Conduct Process, the University may advise off-campus authorities of the existence of the Process, and of how such matters will be handled internally within the University community.
Before revealing the name of the student being accused of misconduct, the reporting student should be made aware of the remote possibility that a Formal Conduct Board hearing might be required in some cases. In cases where the Conduct Advisor, in consultation with the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Director of the Counseling Center and the University Counsel, determines there is a pattern of behavior that poses a significant risk to the community, a Formal Conduct Board hearing may be required to adjudicate an alleged incident. For example, in the rare case where there is a clear pattern of sexual misconduct by the same student against multiple individuals, a Formal Conduct Board hearing may be required. Where such risks to the community are presented by a student who is currently enrolled in one of the graduate/professional programs, or is about to seek admission to such a program, the Dean of the appropriate college may also be notified.
In addition, in accordance with the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681) and the United States Department of Education's Office for for Civil Rights 2011 "Dear Colleague" letter, certain rare circumstances may require the University to take action even if the Complainant continues to ask that his or her name or other identifiable information not be revealed. Because the University is tasked with providing a safe and nondiscriminatory environment for all students, the University may weigh the request for confidentiality against the following factors: the seriousness of the alleged harassment; the complainant's age; whether there have been other harassment complaints about the same individual; and the alleged harasser's rights to receive information about the allegations if the information is maintained by the school as an "education record" under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. § l232g; 34 C.F.R. Part 99.15.
To learn more about Title IX, the University's Title IX coordinator, and how to submit a Title IX complaint, please see the webpage: Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy at Pacific University
Note: Although this policy undergoes regular review, information contained within it is subject to change by Pacific University at anytime. Although notice is not required for any change to take effect, the University will make reasonable attempts to timely notify students of any changes through Web site or email postings, or other methods deemed appropriate by University administration.


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Observation of dystocia in wild elk
Lehman, Chad P.; Schmitz, Lowell E.; Rumble, Mark A.; Kragel, Jackie J.; Millspaugh, Joshua J. 2012. Observation of dystocia in wild elk. Western North American Naturalist. 72(2): 250-251.
On the basis of reports in the literature, incidence of dystocia in wild elk (Cervus elaphus) across the west is rare. In 2011, one of 34 (3%) pregnant cow elk in our study experienced dystocia during birth. Our visual observations indicated that it took approximately 4 days for a radio-collared cow elk to succumb to dystocia in our study. Little is known about dystocia in wild elk populations, and our observation provides some insight about fetal malpresentations.
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