text: Profile Topics Started Replies Created Favorites Forum Replies Created Viewing 1 post (of 1 total) Author Posts January 7, 2013 at 1:55 pm in reply to: Vimeo fullscreen issues #102259 oakleyandpartnersParticipant Fullscreen works, but elements of the theme (specifically, the sidebar and header) still appear on-screen. It's almost as if those elements have a higher z-index or something. I only see this happening in Mac / Chrome v24, every other browser/platform combo works fine. Author Posts Viewing 1 post (of 1 total)


text:
This is the October 14, 2013 news archive. View today's Packers rumors and news.
Packers Review Baltimore and Green Bay
packersgab.com ESPN.com yahoo.com Updated Oct 14, 2013
Thoughts after week five Baltimore and Green Bay. The Packers continue to be hit by injuries. This time the Packers toughed it out and won. Here is my review of the game. First the good: The Packers defense were physical and tough. AJ Hawk where have yo…Share Tweet
John Harbaugh defends Matt Elam on hit to Randall Cobb's kneeyahoo.com profootballtalk.com ESPN.com Oct 14, 2013Green Bay Packers receiver Randall Cobb caught a pass on Sunday. Baltimore Ravens rookie safety Matt Elam hit Cobb low, striking his knee. That started a chain of events, which injured Cobb, angered Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and had Ravens head …Share Tweet
Report: Nick Perry has broken footprofootballtalk.com Oct 14, 2013The Packers continue to be put to the test by injuries. According to Chris Havel of 1400 AM in Green Bay, outside linebacker Nick Perry sustained a broken foot in the Packers' 19-17 victory at Baltimore on Sunday. According to the report, Perry is not e…Share Tweet
Packers Cobb Will Miss Multiple WeeksOct 14Randall Cobb will miss multiple weeks after suffering a knee injury in Sunday's game.
GameDay: Green Bay Packers vs. Baltimore RavensOct 14The Green Bay Packers lose wide receivers James Jones and Randall Cobb, but quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws for over 300 yards and a touchdown to help his team pick up a 19-17 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.
Sports Columnists
Another Chapter for Tom Brady's StorybookOct 14Tom Brady's Patriots seemed destined for a second straight loss … but the Saints gave them one too many opportunities to take back the game. (Mark L. Baer/USA Today Sports) Last night was as memorable a regular-season game as I remember for our team. – …
Top 10 Fenway Goose Bump Moments of the YouTube EraOct 14I am desperately trying to obey all jinxing rules and stick to my self-imposed "Don't jinx the 2013 Red Sox season by writing about them" rule. Last n...

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Pottery Video of the Week: A Potter Uses Texture and Flowing Glazes to Make Teapots with Splendid Surfaces
A few months back, I attended the Potters Council Splendid Surfaces
Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana, and got some fabulous footage of
some great artists demonstrating their techniques. Today I am
going to share one with you, faithful readers. It features potter Fong
Choo sharing some of his texture and glazing techniques for his tiny
teapots. Enjoy and Happy Friday!
Tiny Teapots, Big Impact: Fong Choo Combines Wheel Throwing, Handbuilding and Layering Commercial Glazes to Make Compact Teapots that Pack a Punch
Fong Choo makes tiny teapots but, visually, they are anything but small. Fong successfully integrates the form with the surface to make elegant little works of art. The teapots bodies are thrown and altered on the wheel, and then embellished with handbuilt handles, feet, and spouts. Then Fong layers commercial glazes to get amazing surfaces. Today he explains his technique in detail, including his secret to taking commercial glazes to the next level.
Fong Choo
Louisville, Kentucky


text:
Pension Administration Team Leader
- Recruiter
- IPS Group
- Location
- Leeds
- Salary
- GBP25000.00 - 35000.00 per annum
- Posted
- 28 Mar 2012
- Closes
- 25 Apr 2012
- Ref
- Contact
- Dan Haynes
- Job Role
- Pensions Administrator
- Contract Type
- Permanent
This market leading International HR and Benefits Consulting business is looking to recruit a Team Leader to join its busy West Yorkshire based team. Managing a team of Administrators, you will be responsible for managing workload, developing skill-sets within the team, acting as a referral point on technical issues, and for ensuring delivery of a high quality Third Party Administration service to clients. Your people skills will need to be top notch, as you will be responsible for communicating effectively with and influencing your own team members, as well as presenting a professional, polished image to clients and outside stakeholders.You will possess excellent technical knowledge of UK pensions and legislation and associated HMRC guidelines, and be comfortable with DB, DC, CARE, Hybrid schemes. You will have significant experience of working within a DB & DC administrative environment, ideally gained within another TPA, and have gained demonstrable experience of working in supervisory/management capacity. Progression toward PMI qualification is also desirable.


text:
Maryland Search and Rescue (MSAR) is a volunteer Search and Rescue team based out of Howard County, Maryland.
We provide all-weather search and rescue services for lost person and downed aircraft incidents throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. We are dispatched to emergencies through local, state and federal authorities, so if you have a search emergency, contact 911!
Maryland Search and Rescue trains and supports youth members through Boy Scout Venture Crew 616. The venture crew is coed, and requires youth members to be at least 14 years of age.
Emergency Contact #
(authorized agencies only – law enforcement, fire departments, etc)


text:
(Left to right:) Mayday dog from Mayday; chicken sausage from Tot Dogs; Yankee Doodle dog from the Good Dog; the Charlie Sheen dog from The Senate
Any list of All-American foods being prepared this Independence Day would have to include the hot dog. It's a friendly little dish that's easy to grill, cheap to buy and beloved across the country.
You know what else is All-American? Ingenuity - and taking a good thing and making it better.
That's what's been happening to hot dogs lately, as chefs at all levels get creative with the tube steak. They're topping them with ingredients that likely have never shared a bun with a frank. ...


text:
Study Courses, Tabi,
Hatsumi/Van Donk DVD's,
Books, Training Gear, More...
to Master" Strategic Systemitized Training.
Unlimited study in a worldwide community.
a dojo nearest you.
WorldWide Base of Instructors
Will the Next Be You?
our Online Community.
Forum, Blog, Members Vault
And Private Study Portal
International Bujinkan Dojo offers you a lifetime
of training in the teachings of Ninjutsu and Budo
Taijutsu from Shihan RIchard Van Donk and trained
certifiied instructors around the world and is based
on the arts Bujinkan Soke Masaaki Hatsumi in Noda,
Martial Arts University Online Store
hosts over 300 study items of Bujinkan Ninjutsu:
Videos / DVD's of the Master Instructors; including All official
DVD's of Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi. Ninjutsu Study Books,
Home Study Courses for those without a teacher near by, Spiritual
and Life Enhancement materials, Training Gear and much, much
Ninjutsu.com brings you over
100 pages of study information on Ninjutsu,
Grandmaster Hatsumi, Shihan Van Donk, Newsletter articles,
How- to techniques, Training Camps, Tai Kai information, Dojo
locations, Private sessions and much more. Check it out. We
are growing daily.
/ Seminars / Dojos / Private Training / Japan Trips
Train up close and personal. Whether you want to go to Japan
to train with Soke Hatsumi, have private one on one sessions
with Master Van Donk, have Master Van Donk come to you to
teach you or your group or come to one of our semi-annual
events, we have created a way for you to train one on one.
See the links above for more information.
Links to other Ninjutsu Teachers
World Wide
There may be a dojo (training hall) near you. Our art is growing.
Check our list of instructors and training groups for one
nearest you. We created these links in friendship and it is
up to you to find out if their style of teaching is for you
or not. Enjoy!.
Blackbelt Registry Photo Gallery / Newsletters / Ninja Library
Plus an Online Members area and study forum.
Your customers may want to buy our products..... especially
Soke Hatsumi's videos and Shihan Richard Van Donk's Courses.
Put a nice Hatsumi banner or page offering these videos on
your site. When a customer clicks through directly to the
store (not our web page) the order they place is coded to
you and you receive a percentage on anything they purchase,
paid as an advertising fee. Or you can buy them wholesale
and build a web store of your own. E-mail us at email@example.com
if you are interested.
Our IBDA mission is to provide students and new Buyu friends
worldwide with the best knowledge of Ninjutsu / Budo Taijutsu
possible directly as it is taught by Soke Hatsumi and Shihan
Van Donk. We offer a solid Ninjutsu standard that you can
trust and be proud of. Your rank will have meaning and you
will know why you earned it as it will be an indication of
learned knowledge. IBDA is committed to offering the most
comprehensive Ninjutsu training available on the planet. We
start by getting students started on the training as a new
life path where everyone starts at 9th kyu and works their
way to mastership. They decide the level and dedication of
their journey. Our goal is to first bring them to Shodan (1st
degree Blackbelt where they learn a very solid overview of
the entire Bujinkan teachings, then train them to be a Shidoshi
(teacher of the Warrior ways of Enlightenment) where they
learn budo taijutsu wazas school by school and a how to teach
martial arts course, then we help them to get a successful
training group or full time dojo started, then we guide them
into becoming a Shihan (role model for others) with teachings
to Judan. Shihan Van Donk at his Menkyo level is very committed
to teaching teachers and to empowering every person he meets
to be the very best human being they can be and to further
encourage them to be a living example for others to follow.
Our Bushindo University mission is to encourage all beings
on the planet to be more joyfully aware, respectful, responsible
human beings thereby creating a world without conflict, a
sustainable Earth, a human culture of living kindness, and
more unity in the world through living our personal diversity.
We do this by offering martial arts, Enlightened Warrior teachings,
Inner Mastery, Seminars, Japan trips, Private sessions, dojo
teachings, study materials that are designed to better your
1995 - 2012+ Copyright by Bushindo Inc. / Richard and Linda
Van Donk.
All Rights Reserved for entire site and its contents. No
images or text maybe reproduced without written permission.


text:
New to ePHOTOzine? Join ePHOTOzine for free!
Upload photos, chat with photographers, win prizes and much more for free!
digital_boi | Send a Private Message
Good Day all, I'm very much the amateur and enjoy photography as a hobby I use various software tools but mainly ACDsee Pro 8 and HDR Pro. I use Sony Nikon and Canon cameras.
Thanks for dropping by your comments are always welcome
I have looked at all your photos they are brilliant you have a spectacular Portfolio, excellent photography,
This is a stunning Portfolio,I will visit again soon
Thank you Diolch
Stunning PF!! Love all your flower shots and different varieties...
Great p/f really enjoyed looking through your photos sarah
Hallo Graham,
thx for your comments in my photo Calton Hill.
Your modifications are wonderful, but the B/W is impressive. With your permission, I'll process the photo and keep a copy, as close to yours, as I can.
I'm glad I had the opportunity to see your portfolio. Great photos!
All the best, George
ePHOTOzine, the web's friendliest photography community.
Upload photos, chat with photographers, win prizes and much more.


text:
* required fields
By Richard L. Fricklas
A blocked roof drain is never a welcome sight. Is your in-house maintenance staff prepared to respond?
An in-depth understanding of the building envelope is vital for your team, so make sure they're prepared to scope out damage after inclement weather.
Are you training new team members? Make sure they have access to important resources, such as repair guides, continuing education classes, and trade shows.
Staying on top of inspections and repairs likely helped the Denver Art Museum keep this leak from destroying the priceless items inside.
Richard (Dick) L. Fricklas was technical director emeritus of the Roofing Industry Educational Institute prior to his retirement. He is co-author of The Manual of Low Slope Roofing Systems, and continues to participate in seminars for the University of Wisconsin and RCI Inc., the Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, and Building Envelope Professionals. His honors include the Outstanding Educator Award from RCI, William C. Cullen Award and Walter C. Voss Award from ASTM, the J. A. Piper Award from NRCA, and the James Q. McCawley Award from the MRCA. Dick holds honorary memberships in both ASTM and RCI Inc.
If in-house personnel are new to their positions, attending the programs offered by RCI, Inc. Click here to find subjects and schedules. Key personnel should also be encouraged to attend roofing trade shows.
An Entirely Different Approach
Another option is to prequalify a reputable roofing contractor and hire that contractor to fill both the maintenance and emergency response roles.
Ultimately, no matter how hard a building manager tries to delegate roofing responsibility, he or she is accountable. In the case of embracing single-source roof management, questions will arise as to the cost effectiveness vs. competitive bidding. In order to defend single sources, managers must have a deep understanding of what the options are and whether the decisions made are the best for their firm.
Manage Now or Pay Later
Roof asset management programs aren't just smart – they're essential.
Mastics, Coatings, and Adhesives for Roof Repairs
The most sustainable roofing system is a repairable one.
Conflicting Claims Based on Lifecycle Analysis of Roofing
How is a roof's lifecycle calculated?


text:
Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item:
|Personal recognition using hand shape and texture
|Pathak, Ajay Kumar
Zhang, David D.
Feature level fusion
Feature subset selection and combination
Hand-shape recognition
Palmprint recognition
|Issue Date:
|IEEE transactions on image processing, Aug. 2006, v. 15, no. 8, p.2454-2461.
|This paper proposes a new bimodal biometric system using feature-level fusion of hand shape and palm texture. The proposed combination is of significance since both the palmprint and hand-shape images are proposed to be extracted from the single hand image acquired from a digital camera. Several new hand-shape features that can be used to represent the hand shape and improve the performance are investigated. The new approach for palmprint recognition using discrete cosine transform coefficients, which can be directly obtained from the camera hardware, is demonstrated. None of the prior work on hand-shape or palmprint recognition has given any attention on the critical issue of feature selection. Our experimental results demonstrate that while majority of palmprint or hand-shape features are useful in predicting the subjects identity, only a small subset of these features are necessary in practice for building an accurate model for identification. The comparison and combination of proposed features is evaluated on the diverse classification schemes; naive Bayes (normal, estimated, multinomial), decision trees (C4.5, LMT), k-NN, SVM, and FFN. Although more work remains to be done, our results to date indicate that the combination of selected hand-shape and palmprint features constitutes a promising addition to the biometrics-based personal recognition systems.
|© 2006 IEEE. Personal use of this material is permitted. However, permission to reprint/republish this material for advertising or promotional purposes or for creating new collective works for resale or redistribution to servers or lists, or to reuse any copyrighted component of this work in other works must be obtained from the IEEE.
This material is presented to ensure timely dissemination of scholarly and technical work. Copyright and all rights therein are retained by authors or by other copyright holders. All persons copying this information are expected to adhere to the terms and constraints invoked by each author's copyright. In most cases, these works may not be reposted without the explicit permission of the copyright holder.
|Journal/Magazine Article
|Appears in Collections:
|COMP Journal/Magazine Articles
All items in the PolyU Institutional Repository are protected by copyright, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise indicated. No item in the PolyU IR may be reproduced for commercial or resale purposes.


text:
Life's a Beach: So Fresh and So Clean
Life's a Beach: So Fresh and So Clean
Like us on Facebook
There really is only one season you can wear white, on the feet that is. In the Fall or Winter, white sandals just don't feel right. As always, you can prove me wrong. But you have to admit Heidi Montag's white Chanel flats are mighty cute, admittedly, so is the rest of her sleek outfit. Heidi knows how it feels to be so fresh and so clean; you may also recall the dope white Jimmy Choos she wore to the MTV Movie Awards. Enough about Heidi, white sandals provide a blank canvas for just about any look. It's so easy.


text:
November 29, 2015
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP Kyle Busch won the NASCAR Truck Series race Wednesday night at Bristol Motor Speedway for his record 14th overall victory on the high-banked 0.533-mile oval.
The Sprint Cup driver took fresh tires with 16 laps to go, passed Ryan Blaney for the lead with six laps left and held off Timothy Peters in a race to the finish that ended with Peters crashing on the frontstretch.
Busch broke a tie with Darrell Waltrip for the NASCAR track victory record. Busch has four victories at the track in the Truck Series, five in Sprint Cup and five in the Nationwide Series.
The victory was his third in eight Truck starts this season and pushed his career total to 33.
Click Here to access the online Public Inspection File
Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this station's FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), or firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
- Filed Under
Mississippi State coaches gave the defense a 92-87 win over the offense in the team's first spring scrimmage on Saturday at Davis Wade Stadium.
The defense forced two fumbles, had four sacks and limited the first team offense to 10 points in the first half. In the team's internal scoring, the defense built up a 50-point lead heading into halftime.
"The big thing is they came out with a lot of energy, a lot of juice and they executed," said defensive coordinator Geoff Collins. "I went through every call that we have on defense. The one defense executed every call. Now some of them only executed once ...


text:
Narrow your search
Pay.gov, a government website that collects payments to federal agencies, has added PayPal and Dwolla to its list of options.
The grand prize: a $500 NeatConnect. And two runners-up have a shot at NeatReceipts scanners.
In 2017, bank statements and legal notices apparently will still arrive as paper almost twice as often as electronic documents. The slow-but-steady growth of paperless delivery has its upsides -- and one major downside.
United Airlines will equip 23,000 of its cabin crew with Apple's phablet.
New program gives points to Verizon customers that can be used to buy merchandise, gift cards, and other products. Is there a catch?
These sensor-packed locomotives compute some 150,000 data points per minute. CNET Road Trip 2014 got a chance to see how they're built.
The Cheapskate is giving away this awesome cloud-savvy scanner, which has a retail value of $500.
With an impending wedding, Crave writer and budget-minded geek Amanda Kooser is putting technology to work planning for the big day.
Sony's 13.3-inch pad uses a Kindle-style screen, lets you scribble on your documents, and will go on sale in May for $1,100.
The new product from Y-Combinator's HelloFax aims to replace printing and scanning documents while taking a consumer approach to the fabled office of the future.


text:
|Comparison of the chemical composition and nutritional value of Amaranthus cruentus flour and its protein concentrate.
MedLine Citation:
|PMID: 15675147 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE
|Plants constitute an alternative source of proteins in the human diet, with advantages over animal proteins because of their low content of saturated fats and absence of cholesterol. Within the framework of a wider research project on the role of Amaranthus cruentus (Ac) in lipid metabolism, in this work the chemical composition and biological value of the Ac flour and its protein concentrate were compared. Proximate chemical composition, amino acid and fatty acid profiles, some antinutrient factors, and biological values were determined for Ac seed flour and its protein concentrate obtained by extraction at pH 11 and precipitation at pH 4.5. The flour protein content was 16.6 g% while that of the concentrate was 52.56 g%. The content of the soluble dietary fiber with a hypolipemic function was notably higher in the protein concentrate (12.90 g%) than in the seed flour (4.29 g%). The protein concentrate also exhibited a higher content of insoluble dietary fiber. The Ac flour and the concentrate contain 75.44 and 56.95% unsaturated fatty acids, respectively. Squalene, which affects the biosynthesis of cholesterol, was detected both in the flour and the concentrate oils, with a higher content in the concentrate (9.53%) as compared to the flour (6.23%). Comparison of the amino acid composition with the FAO pattern protein indicated that the concentrate does not have limiting amino acids, while the flour has leucine, threonine, and valine. The content of lysine was high in both the flour and the concentrate, making these products particularly useful as a complement for cereal flour, which is deficient in this amino acid. The biological quality analysis demonstrated an improvement in the quality of the concentrate. The presence of saponins, phytic acid, and trypsin inhibitors in the concentrate, which favor the metabolism of lipids, suggests that consumption of the concentrate might reduce the risk of heart disease.
|N L Escudero; M L de Arellano; J M Luco; M S Giménez; S I Mucciarelli
Related Documents :
|3923207 - Metabolic effects of amino acid solutions in severely burned patients: with emphasis on...
22078007 - Synthesis and antitubercular activity of novel amino acid derivatives.
9628537 - Influence of guanidination on apparent ileal amino acid digestibility in some protein s...
24628537 - Palladium-catalyzed decarboxylative trifluoroethylation of aryl akynyl carboxylic acids.
9211267 - High-performance liquid chromatography methods for determination of lipoic and dihydrol...
3995757 - Comparisons of 17 lots of 2-oxoglutarate, and specifications for use of this substrate ...
Publication Detail:
|Type: Comparative Study; Journal Article
Journal Detail:
|Title: Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands) Volume: 59 ISSN: 0921-9668 ISO Abbreviation: Plant Foods Hum Nutr Publication Date: 2004
Date Detail:
|Created Date: 2005-01-28 Completed Date: 2005-03-03 Revised Date: 2006-11-15
Medline Journal Info:
|Nlm Unique ID: 8803554 Medline TA: Plant Foods Hum Nutr Country: Netherlands
Other Details:
|Languages: eng Pagination: 15-21 Citation Subset: IM
|Facultad de Química, Bioquímica y Farmacia. Universidad Nacional de San Luis, Chacabuco y Pedernera, (5700) San Luis, Argentina. email@example.com
Export Citation:
|APA/MLA Format Download EndNote Download BibTex
|MeSH Terms
Amino Acids / analysis
Biological Assay
Dietary Fiber / analysis*
Dietary Proteins / analysis*
Fatty Acids, Unsaturated / analysis
Flour / analysis*
Food Handling / methods
Health Food
Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
Nutritive Value
Plant Proteins / analysis*
Seeds / chemistry*
Reg. No./Substance:
|0/Amino Acids; 0/Dietary Proteins; 0/Fatty Acids, Unsaturated; 0/Plant Proteins
From MEDLINE®/PubMed®, a database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine
Previous Document: Effect of a novel oil extraction method on avocado (Persea americana Mill) pulp microstructure.
Next Document: Fatty acids and carotenes in some ber (Ziziphus jujuba Mill) varieties.


text:
Baird Poll: Dealers Say Weather Slows 4Q Sales
January 8, 2014 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: Robert W. Baird & Co. recently partnered with the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) to contact 112 RV dealers regarding demand and sentiment during the fourth quarter. The following is a summary of the results.
RV momentum slows. Baird contacted 112 RV dealers in partnership with RVDA to assess recent trends. It's the off-season, but demand slowed and inventory expanded – slowing some of the momentum that had been building. Dealers cited several factors, including unfavorable weather and national politics (shutdown, ObamaCare). Big picture, Baird believes the wealth effect for affluent consumers is releasing pent-up demand for RVs, supporting Baird's favorable fundamental outlook. But with momentum slowing, Baird believe investors can afford to be patient.
Retail momentum slows. Dealers reported growth in motorhomes (+4-6%) and towables (+6-8%) in the October-December period. But traffic appeared to slow in November and December, with unfavorable weather and national politics playing a role during the seasonally weak period. Big picture, Baird continues to believe an emerging wealth effect is releasing pent-up demand. Towable retail has reached 90% of prior peak volume, while motorhome retail has recovered to just under 50% of prior peak.
Inventory is balanced, but more elevated. Dealer inventory appears balanced in motorhomes and towables, but appears higher than at this time last year. Based on anecdotal commentary, dealers appear comfortable with inventory levels, but may limit orders until demand accelerates. It is the off-season, so dealers have time to sort out their needs.
Sentiment still high, but weakened in Q4. The Baird/RVDA dealer sentiment index remains elevated, but weakened during the quarter. The 3-5 year outlook remained above 70 for the sixth consecutive quarter (71), but the measure of current conditions dropped from 68 to 57. Frustrated dealers blamed national politics, ObamaCare, and competition from multi-location and internet competitors. Net, dealers are optimistic – but some renewed doubt has surfaced.
Outlook. Although we are bullish on RV fundamentals, trends deteriorated in Q4. Big picture, Baird believes rising home values and a better stock market are creating more discretionary wealth for affluent consumers. Baird expects this wealth effect to release pent-up demand, especially where the recovery has yet to unfold – a trend that favors motorhomes over towables.
Contact your Baird representative for a complete copy of the dealer survey.
Baird Sees Strong Indicators for Leisure Market
January 7, 2014 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: Robert W. Baird & Co. recently released its 2014 Consumer Leisure Outlook examining prospects for the discretionary spending marketplace. The following offers excerpts from the report.
2014 Outlook: 2013 was a banner year for consumer discretionary stocks. Fundamentals are in place for another good year, but further upside will rely on business momentum and nimble trading now that valuations have caught up. We believe a newfound wealth effect will release pent-up demand, especially in later-cycle categories. Meanwhile, inventory is healthy and new products are compelling.
Bullish on affluent consumers. We remain bullish on discretionary spending as the wealth effect releases pent-up demand. Although wages remain depressed, affluent consumers are benefitting from monetary policy aimed at reflating asset values, creating newfound wealth. We expect the newfound wealth to trigger the release of pent-up demand.
Emphasize long-duration assets. We favor late-cycle discretionary categories like boats and motorhomes, where pent-up demand has yet to be released. In essence, it takes more time for negative equity to evaporate on a 15-year boat loan than a five-year car loan.
Cautious on paycheck-to-paycheck consumer. Consumer spending tied just to wages will lag, in our view. The trend mostly applies to our automotive part retail coverage. Baird sees a silver lining in lower gas prices fueled by an energy renaissance in North America.
Three key cycles. In its consumer leisure coverage, Baird emphasizes three cycles: economic, inventory, and product. According to Baird, 2013 was as good as it gets. In keeping with its 2013 outlook Baird sees:
• A better economy released pent-up demand.
• Dealer inventory switched from a destocking trend to a restocking trend.
• Many brands launched fresh products. With an improving economy, balanced inventory, and more new products, we expect another good year fundamentally, but valuations have caught up.
Baird is Still Bullish on Industry After Louisville
December 9, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: The following are observations from an RV Field Trip conducted by Robert W. Baird & Co. during last week's National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. The following are excerpts from Baird's report issued in a note to investors.
Notes from RVIA trade show: Retail remains strong and credit remains accessible — fueling dealer optimism. Dealer inventory appears lean in motorhomes and more balanced in towables – with more pent-up demand yet to be released in motorhomes.
Baird hosted meetings with industry experts from Airstream Inc., Bank of America, Drew Industries Inc., GE Capital, the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA), Thor Industries Inc. and Winnebago Industries Inc.. Highlights include:
• RVIA revised its shipment forecast during the show. Shipments are expected to increase 11% to 316K units in 2013 and increase 6.1% to 335K units in 2014. While the revised forecast reflects a downward revision in towable sales, RVIA expects motorhome sales to exceed the prior forecast.
• We believe the motorhome recovery is poised to continue, as negative equity is evaporating from these longer-duration assets. In contrast, towables are typically financed over a shorter period – recovering sooner than motorhomes – as negative equity evaporated more quickly.
• Discounting has abated – particularly in motorhomes – as robust retail demand coupled with supply constraints have created a strong dealer appetite for inventory.
Credit Conditions
• Overall, credit remains accessible, though lenders require larger down payments relative to historical levels – particularly in higher-priced motorhomes.
• There is concern among industry lenders that an inventory build or excessive inventory aging will result from manufacturer incentive programs that pay the interest component for dealer inventory carried over the winter months.
■ Some industry lenders voiced concern that dealers are ill-prepared to handle a rise in interest rates – and the corresponding reduction in margin.
Industry Outlook & Trends
• Attendance at the Louisville show has been slipping in recent years, as more dealers participate in the Open House which takes place in September. At some point, the two shows may need to merge.
• Dealer consolidation has continued to evolve as an important industry trend. While the dealer base decreased by 20-25% during the recession, the current number of dealers is still well below pre-recession levels, despite the current recovery. Net, Baird sees the dealer base continuing to consolidate as dealers use scale to obtain better purchasing leverage with manufacturers – a trend
• The industry contacts noted trends toward international expansion in the industry – particularly with respect to China. While Baird sees some potential for expansion into the Chinese market, it sees high barriers to entry prohibiting any meaningful penetration of the market in the near-to-medium term.
Baird Survey: Dealer Sentiment High During 3Q
October 16, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: Robert W. Baird & Co. recently partnered with the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) to contact 133 RV dealers regarding demand and sentiment during the third quarter. The following is a summary of the results.
RV momentum continues. Demand remains strong and inventory appears lean-to-balanced. We maintain a bullish fundamental outlook and would look to be more aggressive on weakness. We believe improved asset values (homes and investments) are fueling a wealth effect for RV buyers, releasing pent-up demand. With lean-to-balanced dealer inventory, it is a good environment for manufacturers. Meanwhile, we are losing confidence that a better opportunity will present itself.
Retail remains healthy. Dealers reported robust growth in motorhomes (+18-20%) and towables (+11-13%) in the third quarter. Baird believes better used values combined with a better housing market and higher stock prices have helped reduce the negative equity that had prevented consumers from purchasing new RVs.
Inventory is lean-to-balanced. Dealer inventory appears lean in motorhomes and balanced in towables. Measured in days, inventory appears flat versus last year – but motorhome dealers want more while towable dealers want less. A limited supply of Class A chassis has exacerbated the inventory shortage.
Discounting has abated. Dealers report a less promotional environment, suggesting better margins for manufacturers. In motorhomes, 30% of dealers report fewer OEM discounts versus 7% that report more. The same trend holds for towables, where 26% of dealers report fewer OEM discounts versus just 8% that report more.
Sentiment near record highs. The Baird/RVDA dealer sentiment index remains near record levels. Dealers are concerned that an ineffective government and the Affordable Care Act could throw a wrench in the engine – but overall, optimism reigns.
Please contact your Baird representative for a complete copy of the dealer survey.
Baird: Thor Broadens Portfolio At Open House
September 20, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Robert W. Baird & Co. met with Thor Industries Inc. management and dealers during this week's Elkhart County RV Open House. The following offers excerpts from Baird's note to investors.
Notes from Elkhart show. We met with management and dealers at the dealer open house in Elkhart, Ind. The meetings showcased important extensions to the product portfolio. Dealers showed substantial interest in a new Class A product. Dealer inventory remains lean (motorhomes) to balanced (towables), according to our checks.
New products and positioning. Thor introduced a host of new products, most notably the new Vegas and Axis Class A models. Class A chassis have been in limited supply, with most manufacturers on allocation through early next year. To work around the supply constraint, and meet an attractive low price point near $70,000, Thor is building these new Class A models on Class C chassis – an apparent first in the industry.
Dealer inventory lean to balanced. Management characterized dealer inventory as lean to balanced, according to Thor – largely consistent with our checks. Expect strong motorhome backlogs as Thor and other manufacturers struggle to keep pace with demand while chassis supply remains limited.
Less discounting than last year. Promotional activity has become the norm in the RV industry, especially in towables, but Thor is discounting less than it did last year. Management indicated the pricing environment has improved substantially versus last year, likely the result of better management incentives and improved discipline under the leadership of new CEO Bob Martin.
Expanding into new markets. We gained a better appreciation for the upside associated with the recent Livin' Lite RV LLC acquisition. The brand allows Thor to enter two new markets:
• Camping trailers: Thor will enter the high-end portion of the camping trailer segment, a market Thor had not addressed in the past.
• China: Thor is exporting American-made Livin' Lite RVs to China – a remarkable development. Volume is small, but the opportunity holds promise as the Chinese middle class expands.
Baird: May Coach Sales Show Strong Demand
July 19, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: The investment firm of Robert W. Baird & Co. issued a client newsletter after this week's release by Statistical Surveys Inc. of the summary of retail sales of motorhomes in May. Excerpts from the Baird newsletter follow.
U.S. motorhome retail up 28%. According to data from Statistical Surveys, motorhome (Class A & C) retail increased 28% in May. Class A sales jumped 29% while Class C retail improved 27%. Thor motorhome retail demand increased 35% in May, the first month of the company's fiscal Q4. Winnebago reported results for its May quarter on June 27.
Motorhome retail registrations in the U.S. increased 28% in May. Class A registrations improved 29% while Class C reported registrations increased 27% in May. The robust growth is consistent with the strong retail trends reported in our recent dealer survey. According to SSI, year-to-date Class A retail improved 28% while Class C demand jumped 31% through May. Industry comparisons become more difficult in June.
Thor retail up 35% in May. Thor U.S. motorhome retail demand jumped 35% in May, which represents the first month of Thor's fiscal Q4. The growth was driven by robust demand for Class A models (+47%) and strong growth in Class C (+25%). We model Thor North American motorhome retail growth of 35% in fiscal Q4, consistent with the early-quarter trends.
Winnebago. Winnebago already reported fiscal Q3 results on June 27, so the data are not incremental. Winnebago results implied North America motorhome retail improved 23% in the May quarter.
Baird Dealer Survey: 2Q Demand Was 'Robust'
July 15, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: Robert W. Baird & Co. recently partnered with the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) to contact 146 RV dealers regarding demand during the second quarter. The following is a summary of the results.
Solid industry trends continue. Dealers indicated that peak-season trends are very strong – particularly in motorhomes. Retail demand was robust – new motorhome demand jumped 28% while new towable demand improved 11%. Meanwhile, inventory is lean-to-balanced and dealer sentiment remains high, leaving manufacturers well-positioned as the evaporation of negative equity spurs new retail demand. We remain bullish on fundamentals and would look to add on weakness.
Peak-season strength. Dealers reported robust growth in motorhomes (+27-29%) and solid demand for towables (+10-12%) in April-June. Dealers also noted strong demand for used RVs (particularly motorhomes), driving used values higher according to dealers. We believe better used RV values (combined with a better housing market and higher stock prices) have helped reduce the negative equity that had prevented consumers from purchasing new RVs.
Dealers short on motorhomes. Dealer inventory appears lean in motorhomes and balanced in towables. On a days inventory basis, motorhome inventory appears flat relative to last year (99 days vs. 101 days), but by a 9:1 ratio dealers indicated that inventory was "too low" versus "too high." The desire for inventory is also evident in the strong motorhome backlogs Winnebago (+130%) and Thor (+105%) recently reported. A limited supply of Class A chassis has exacerbated the inventory shortage. The number of days of towable inventory also appears flat, but slightly more dealers consider inventory "too low" than "too high" – a sequential improvement. Recall that dealers stocked up ahead of the retail season – a bet that paid off.
Dealer sentiment high. Dealer sentiment remains near record levels, based on our proprietary index, but fell slightly versus April. Some dealers pointed to Internet competition and supply shortages as sources of frustration, but strong retail trends and favorable credit conditions keep confidence high. We note that credit has been a tailwind in recent years but could face a challenge as interest rates rise – a trend to watch.
Baird: Winnebago's Product Mix Fuels Demand
June 28, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
Editor's Note: The investment firm of Robert W. Baird & Co. issued a client newsletter following Thursday's release of Winnebago Industries Inc.'s fiscal third quarter report. Portions of the Baird newsletter follow.
Robust backlog highlights impressive quarter. Winnebago drove home an impressive quarter, highlighted by strong retail growth and robust dealer orders. Big picture, bullish fundamental outlook is unchanged. We expect better shipments as consumer demand grows (fueled by new products and less negative equity) and confident dealers restock depleted inventory.
Strong retail and dealer demand. Winnebago reported an excellent quarter. The budding RV recovery is now in full bloom as once-reluctant consumers are starting to buy. We believe that the negative equity cloud (consumers that were under water in their RV, home and retirement portfolio) has begun to lift, stimulating better replacement demand. Better home values and a stronger stock market have helped – but Winnebago is also leading with new products that dealers crave. Confident dealers continue to replenish depleted dealer inventory, fueling robust orders and a stunning backlog.
Revenue. Revenue surged 40% on strong retail and dealer demand.
Retail. Implied motorhome retail jumped 23%, ahead of our forecast (strong rental).
Inventory. Dealer inventory increased 36%; checks confirm room for further restocking.
Backlog. The motorhome backlog surged 130%.
Dealer confidence and new products fuel huge backlog. The motorhome backlog increased 130% to 2,846 units, nearly 2 times our Q4 shipment forecast. The abnormally high backlog is a function of strong retail demand, confident dealers, new products, and the limited availability of motorhome chassis, which has encouraged some dealers to order aggressively to ensure some deliveries.
Baird: Thor Beats Estimates on Higher Margins
June 7, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
The investment firm of Robert W. Baird & Co. issued a client newsletter following Thursday's release of Thor Industries Inc.'s third quarter report. Portions of the Baird newsletter follow.
Raising price target. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded expectations on significantly better margin. The margin trend is encouraging as it appears sustainable. We raised our F2013 and F2014 outlook and see potential to earn near $4.50/share in a robust recovery scenario, supporting our revised $48 price target. Fundamentally, we continue to expect demand to recover as negative equity evaporates. Meanwhile, dealer inventory increased 14% to support retail growth but appears fresh. The weak margin overhang has begun to clear, supporting a brighter outlook.
EPS upside. Adjusted EPS significantly exceeded consensus expectations (97 cents vs. 88 cents), driven by solid margin upside. A lower tax rated added 4 cents. Adjusted EPS excludes a 15 cent loss related the sale of the ambulance business. Management previously had expected second-half operating margin to be "consistent with" the second half of last year – but with adjusted EBIT margin 50bp better in Q3, trends clearly have improved. Recall that Thor previously reported strong revenue growth (+13%) and a healthy backlog (+24%) in May.
Encouraging margin recovery. After a period of excessive discounting, promotional pricing has "stabilized." Thor discounted to defend lot space early in the season, betting that strong retail would support follow-on orders at better margins. With retail up 12% and margin improving, the plan worked. Meanwhile, actions to drive a 200bp margin recovery over three years are gaining traction, supporting a more optimistic profit scenario.
Big picture. We are warming to Thor as margin pressure abates. As the leading RV manufacturer, Thor is particularly well positioned to capitalize on a robust cyclical recovery. We believe the negative equity overhang that has delayed the replacement cycle has begun to clear, supporting a more optimistic outlook. We raised our price target to $48 and would look to add, especially on a pullback.
Baird: March Sales Faced Difficult Comparison
May 22, 2013 by RVBusiness · Leave a Comment
The investment firm of Robert W. Baird & Co. issued a client newsletter following this week's release of retail RV sales activity in March reported by Statistical Surveys Inc. (SSI). Portions of the Baird newsletter follow.
U.S. towable retail down 1% in March. According to data from Statistical Surveys Inc., unit retail sales in major towable categories (travel trailers and fifth-wheels) decreased 1% in March, decelerating from the recent strong growth against a difficult comparison (+22%). Thor demand declined 1% in March, the second month of the company's fiscal Q3, leaving quarter-to-date retail down 1%. Thor reported preliminary sales on May 2. Winnebago (a smaller player in the towable market) retail improved 1% in March.
March towable demand declined 1% (travel trailers and fifth-wheels). Travel trailer demand improved 1%, while fifth-wheel retail sales declined 4%. The towable market faced a difficult comparison in March (+22%), but the comparison eases in April (+2%). Data indicate that towable demand increased 9% through March.
Thor retail declines slightly. Thor U.S. travel trailer and fifth-wheel retail fell 1% in March, which represents the second month of Thor's fiscal Q3. Weaker demand in fifth-wheels (-9%) offset growth in travel trailers (+3%). We model Thor North American retail growth of +8% in fiscal Q3, but note that the preliminary SSI data are frequently revised higher.
Winnebago. Winnebago U.S. towable retail improved 1% in March, the first month of the company's fiscal Q3. We model Winnebago North American retail growth of +15% in fiscal Q3. Towables represent just 10% of revenue for the company, which entered the market in 2011 with under 1% share — note that given Winnebago's small market position, even a few incremental units can lead to large swings in growth rates.


text:
Archive for August, 2010
A funny thing happened while searching for Elvis
For those keeping tabs on the King, the 33rd anniversary of Elvis Presley's death came and went yesterday. As we here at Pieces of History are always interested in sharing tidbits from the Archives that may otherwise go unnoticed, we delved into our Archival Research Catalog to see what we could see. And what we saw was, well, weird.
Yes, there were the images of Nixon meeting Elvis in one of history's most peculiar meet-ups, and papers relating to Elvis' time in the Army (you can see all of this by searching Elvis in ARC), but what really caught our eye were the videos obscurely related to the King. We've selected two clips for your viewing pleasure, not so much because of what they have to do with Elvis, but because part of the pleasure in searching through the National Archives is all the randomness you will find. So, onto videos about robot-loving-seals, UFOs, and, of course, Elvis.
Posted by Rob Crotty on August 17, 2010, under Uncategorized.
Tags: Elvis, King, NARA, national archives, National archives and records administration, odd history, Pieces of History, prologue blog, Prologue magazine, random history, Robots, Strange Videos, UFO footage, USIAamerican history, weird US history
Comments: none
New Deal faces old court
When the sweeping laws of President Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal were enacted, it did not take long for the laws to get challenged in the courts. From Social Security to a spate of other laws meant to revamp an economy deep within the Great Depression, the New Deal was not an easily won victory for Progressives, and sometimes not a victory at all.
On what has come to be called "Black Monday"–May 25, 1935–the Supreme Court unanimously ruled on two cases that each struck down major portions of Roosevelt's New Deal. The first case to be ruled unconstitutional was the Frazier-Lemke Emergency Farm Mortgage Act, part of the New Deal designed to prevent debt-ridden farmers from losing their land. In a second ruling, the National Industrial Recovery Act, a major cornerstone of the New Deal, was struck down by a vote in the courts, ruling that the Legislative had given too much unchecked power to the Executive, and violated the due process clause of the Fifth Amendment.
Roosevelt was having a bad day, but would not go down without a fight.
Roosevelt introduced the Judiciary Reorganization Bill in his first Fireside Chat following his reelection in 1936. More New Deal laws had been declared in the interim, and by 1937, Roosevelt was ready to hit back. … [ Read all ]
Posted by Rob Crotty on August 16, 2010, under - Great Depression.
Tags: 1937, FDR, Hughes court, judicial reorganization bill, NARA, national archives, National archives and records administration, odd history, Pieces of History, prologue blog, Prologue magazine, random history, Robinson, Roosevelt, supreme courtamerican history, weird US history
Comments: none
You can grow a mustache, but you can never leave
Did you catch Mugged! Facing Life at Leavenworth at the National Archives at Kansas City this summer?
The exhibit may be closed now, but you can learn more about the prison, its inmates, and its records in this new article from Prologue. And it's not too late to see some more mug shots from the exhibits. Check out the album on the National Archives Facebook page.
Located twenty-five miles north of Kansas City, the United States Penitentiary at Leavenworth opened its doors in 1895 as the nation's first Federal penitentiary. Since it was a Federal prison, the National Archives at Kansas City has many of its records.
The prison is still in use today. While mustaches may not be in fashion for modern inmates, a hundred years ago there plenty of hats, facial hair, and startled expressions. Among the many featured mug shots of prisoners are many fine examples of facial hair: the three below feature mustaches.
Posted by Hilary on August 13, 2010, under Facial Hair Fridays.
Tags: american history, facial hair friday, first Federal penitentiary, Mugged! Facing Life at Leavenworth, NARA, national archives, National archives and records administration, National Archives at Kansas City, odd history, Pieces of History, prologue blog, Prologue magazine, random history, United States Penitentiary at Leavenworth, weird US history
Comments: 2
Thursday's Photo Caption Contest
Well, it's not synchronized swimming on land, it's legitimate life saver training in Idaho, circa 1936. You can view the ARC entry for this photo (a record of the FDR Presidential Library) by clicking on the picture at left. Andrea still has a great point: they do look a bit like the Village People. That caption won her 30% off at the eStore and our judge's gratitude for a job well done.
As the summer heat hits overdrive across the country, we thought we'd keep with our aquatic theme to help everyone keep their cool. As such, we've found a peculiar oldie but goodie, one that needs your keen caption prowess. Show us what you've got!
For starters: "Every spring the women of rural Vermont swim thousands of miles upstream to reproduce."… [ Read all ]
Posted by Rob Crotty on August 12, 2010, under Photo Caption Contest.
Tags: caption, FDR Presidential Library, Idaho, life saver training, NARA, national archives, National archives and records administration, odd history, Pieces of History, prologue blog, Prologue magazine, random history, rural women of Vermontamerican history, weird US history
Comments: 10
The Constitution has a Facebook Page
While the Constitution may not update it's own writing too often (the last time was in 1992), it does update its own Facebook page. So why not head on over and see what's on the Constitution's mind? The Constitution will be keeping tabs on the 1787 Constitutional Convention up until September 17 on the Notes tab. Have a look and check back often to see what's new with our nation's founding document.
Posted by Rob Crotty on August 11, 2010, under - Constitution, News and Events, Social Media Guides.
Tags: bill of rights, charters of freedom, Constitution, declaration of independence, facebook, founding documents, social media
Comments: none


text:
June 29, 2008
Gettin Dirty
It's starting to get dirty around the studio with the flurry of making pots this last week. I couldn't even see the pots in the mirror. Although I said I try not to be a machine, I feel like I have been lately. I always get behind this last week before a firing and sometimes find myself working 16 hour days in the studio, and 7 days a week to get everything done. I always say next time I'm going to plan better, but no matter what happens, I always seem to be rushing that last week of making, and then rushing the glazing. I do hope that one day I can balance my time better in the studio and work more efficiently so that there is built in time for relaxing....yes...relaxing, I think I know what that is.
I finished more tumblers and mugs with the new foot treatment, this time using a different ripple carving. I think this pattern is much more active looking with the fluid panels, than with the straight panels I once used. It's exciting having these small changes now carrying on to other forms.
I'm firing another bisque kiln tomorrow and have a couple more days to finish up everything, and get the last bisque firing in while I move on to glazing.
1 comment:
- Patricia Griffin said...
Love the mugs and tumblers... the figurative shape flowing through the form. Looks like they would be comfortable to hold as well. Nice work!... And if you find a solution to the time-balancing act, please let us know!
- Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 12:31:00 PM EDT
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
Houston Golden wants to do this
(UPDATED for 5-17-13) Bike to Lunch at the Farmers Market
of adventure, connection, and change making.
My name is Houston Golden, and I am the Founder of CloudMedia™.
I am good at music, recording/producing, philanthropy, web design & development, blogging, screenwriting, & more!
Houston Golden wants to do this


text:
PCHonlinesurveys is an exciting way to get rewards from Publishers Clearing House. Companies worldwide need your help to improve their products and services, and in return, you can earn rewards for answering their surveys. You can be well rewarded just by voicing your opinions. Get started today!
I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.


text:
Learning Disabilities or Difference: A Critical Look at Issues Associated with the Misidentification and Placement of Hispanic Students in Special Education Programs
Fletcher, Todd V., Navarrete, Lori A., Rural Special Education Quarterly
A new generation of Hispanic students are at risk due to inadequacies in our educational system. The inadequacies which include lack of prepared teachers and misuse of testing and assessment procedures impact special education programs, in particular, when one examines practices relative to Latino students in the area of learning disabilities. The article addresses problems in the definition of learning disabilities, learner variability, and the effects of race, poverty, culture, and language on educational outcomes. The authors call for a new assessment paradigm that would require the restructuring of professional development programs and institutional practices in public schools that are not in line with current research on topics related to this population including second language acquisition and cognitive development.
The Hispanic experience is inextricably woven into the fabric of the history and traditions of the United States for more than 500 years, just as it will continue to be in the nation's future. Yet, in this new century, the American educational enterprise continues to deny equitable educational opportunities to Hispanic Americans. The members of the President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans (1996) issued a warning stating "A generation of Hispanic American students in U.S. public education are at risk due to serious inadequacies in the educational system" (p. 1). In recognizing the inadequacies of the system continuing disparity were detailed in school funding, ineffective bilingual and English as a Second Language programs, lack of prepared teachers and a misuse of testing and assessment procedures. This troubling trend continues and inequities persist as corroborated by Losen & Orfield, 2002. U.S. Representative Chaka Fattah (2002) in her assessment of recent findings refers to the chilling implications for the educational system stating, "The overidentification of minority students in special education and the subsequent isolation, stigmatization, and inferior treatment they receive confirms the notion that education in America falls short of offering a level playing field for all" (p. ). The needs of English language learners are addressed in the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law [PL.] 107-110) under Title III, the English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act. Local school districts are given flexibility and control in determining how to best meet the needs of English Language learners and immigrant student populations in their schools. In addition, the legislation places increased emphases on utilizing scientifically based research strategies as well as standardized tests to measure annual English language proficiency. Interpretation, effective practices, and time will tell if these approaches will work.
These statements, reports, and findings will increasingly challenge all educational professionals to address these inadequacies in the system and reverse and rethink practices to insure more equitable educational opportunities for Hispanic students in the American educational enterprise (McLaughlin, Puffin, &Artiles,2001).
Changing Demographics and Changing Realities
The United States is a nation of immigrants. Immigration during the early part of the twentieth century was from Europe primarily, but now nearly 85% of documented immigrants arrive from Asia and Latin America (Cortes, 1999). Recent immigrants tend to be younger than the population at large and have younger children and larger families (U.S. Department of Commerce & Bureau of the Census, 2000). The U.S. Census Bureau reported that 59% of the 35.3 million Latinos in the U.S. are of Mexican origin (Valencia, 2002). Hispanic people became the majority minority for the first time in 2000, followed by African Americans (U.S. Department of Commerce & Bureau of the Census, 2000). More than 50% of English language learners are in grades K-4, with 77% coming from poor backgrounds (Baca, 2000). …


text:
Chris Paul to Dallas? Many dominoes would have to fall just right
Understandably, Mavericks fans are salivating in the wake of this morning's CBSSports.com report that Chris Paul wants out of New Orleans.
The Mavericks franchise has long craved to land Paul _ in a behind-the-scenes, non-tampering way, naturally, since he's Hornets property.
One of Mavericks owner Mark Cuban's oft-stated mantras is that he's always opportunitistic. The cash-strapped New Orleans franchise, blessed with Mav-wrecker Paul, has for the past couple of years loomed as a ripe opportunity.
If CBSSports.com' report that Paul has set into motion "an aggressive exit strategy" to leave New Orleans is true, you can bet Cuban and Mavericks president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson are on the Hornets' doorstep. Heck, they've been there for years, quietly dangling this, that and the kitchen sink _ most recently, the supposedly valuable expiring Erick Dampier contract that has since been traded to Charlotte in last week's Tyson Chandler acquisition.
The Hornets said "no" to Dallas then. Why would New Orleans change its mind now that the Dampier carrot can no longer be dangled? The Mavericks can only hope that brand-new New Orleans GM Dell Demps (hired Wednesday) has a more open mind, especially with Paul reportedly planning to leave him little choice.
But here's why Mavericks fans shouldn't get their hopes too high: 1) New York and Orlando reportedly top Paul's wish list, with Dallas among a second small tier of teams that include Portland. And if you're New Orleans and you're forced to trade Paul, you certainly would first attempt to trade him to an Eastern Conference team.
Southwest Division-rival Dallas would seem to be a last resort. If you're New Orleans, and you've traded your best and most marketable player, do you really want him coming back to the city several times a year in a Dallas uniform, along with former-Hornet Chandler?
Hey, if you're a Mavs fan, it's fun and OK to fantasize about a future of watching Chris Paul and Dirk Nowitzki pick-and-pop opponents dizzy, the way Dirk used to do with Steve Nash.
It's also fun that this NBA off-season has been the most talked-about in years, perhaps decades, though when it came to LeBron-mania the hype bubbled considerably over the top. Baseball's Hot Stove League talk has in many off-seasons been more riveting than the on-the-field action. The NFL gets year-round national attention. The NBA's finally in the conversation.
But Chris Paul to Dallas? It'll only happen if Cuban and Nelson pull off the improbable, a deal that would make last season's Caron Butler/Brendan Haywood steal from Washington look like petty theft.


text:
Publisher: Apple
Platform: iPhone
Genre: Hardware
Origin: Worldwide
Release: Sep 21, 2012
Apple has officially announced iPhone 5 at the press conference today. The device will have the A6 processor which has 2x faster processing power and graphics; 4" Retina display with 1130x640 pixels and 5 rows of icons + 4 shortcuts on the bottom, it is also 18% thinner than iPhone 4S. For wireless radio connection, it will support GPRS, EDGE, EV-DO, HSPA, 21Mbps HSPA+, 42Mbps DC-HSDPA and LTE, as well as 802.11a/b/g/n Dual Channel Wi-Fi connection with up to 150Mbps transfer speed. The phone is capable of 8 hours 3G or LTE talk time or browser, and 10 hours on WiFi browsing. The camera remains at 8MP but thinner.
Along with the iPhone 5 launch is the new Lightning 8-pin dock connector, replacing the old 30-pin connector. It is 80% smaller, more durable and reversible. The headphone is replaced by the new EarPod, which enhances mid-tones.
Launch date is Sep 21, 2012 in US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore. Full price is $699 for 16GB; in US the carrier contract price is $199 for 16GB, $299 for 32GB and $399 for 64GB. Pre-order begins on Sep 14.


text:
Party Supplies
You've chosen your party's theme, but unsure of how to set the mood? Not to fret! We know all about planning the perfect party. Here at Designed 2B Sweet, you'll find everything you need to put your guests in the partying spirit. Whether it's scene setters, balloons, or party props, you're sure to find something to spark your and your guests' imagination. Of course, decorations aren't the only thing you need for a party! Invitations will tell your guests when to strap on their party hats and games will keep the party going all night long. Your guests will want to remember this day, so be ready with mementos of special favors served in cute bags or boxes. Reminders of the party are wonderful; messes to serve as souvenirs are not. Ensure cleanup is a breeze with disposable tableware such as paper plates and napkins, and protect surfaces from spills and sticky fingers with plastic tablecloths.
What's a party without cake? Don't send it out naked - our party supplies include a section just for the star of the culinary show. Candles will ensure your child's birthday wish comes true, and edible decorations and plaques will be the icing on the icing of the cake! Don't want to keep all that extra sugar around? Designed 2B Sweet also offers a beautiful selection of cake boxes for your guests to safely tote their desserts home.
Puffer Ball Animal Assortment (1 dz)
Regular Price: $21.85
Now only: $11.69
Plastic Transforming Plane (1 dz)$20.65
Bendalbe Pirate Assortment (12 pcs)$9.29
Bulk Spike Ball Character Assortment (50 pc)$22.99


text:
SEO Bloggers rejoice! The innovative folks at Wordtracker Labs have released SEO Blogger, a pretty awesome Firefox plug-in which sits alongside your blog publishing software and actually does your keyword research while you compose your blog post. No need to leave your blog window or switch between screens. Just blog, optimize, and publish.
Here's the tool:
SEO Blogger


text:
November 25, 2015
Is it the future of fast food?
A West Hollywood gas station has unveiled the latest innovation for the fast and the hungry: a burrito vending machine.
It's not a jukebox -- it's a burrito box.
Yes, a tortilla, bean and beef dispensing machine.
So-cal residents stopped by this West Hollywood gas station to fill up on three dollar burritos.
For 50 to 75 cents extra, you can add sour cream, Tabasco or guacamole.
The pre-packaged burritos come out fully cooked.
The box lets you know when they're ready.
While you wait, there's a music video or even free burrito box Wi-Fi.
And don't forget your credit card!
A second burrito box should be going up on Santa Monica Boulevard later this month.
Click Here to access the online Public Inspection File
Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this station's FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), or firstname.lastname@example.com.


text:
Richard Wilson
Position: Shooting Guard ▪ Shoots: Right
Height: 6-5 ▪ Weight: 200 lbs.
Born: February 7, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky
High School: Atherton in Louisville, Kentucky
College: University of Louisville
Draft: Atlanta Hawks, 2nd round (3rd pick, 25th overall), 1978 NBA Draft
NBA Debut: October 13, 1978
Other Pages: College Basketball Stats
Sponsor this page for $5 and help Basketball-Reference.com provide this service. Your message will replace this ad.


text:
Dr. David Tucker has been the head of the accounting program at Concordia University since 2008.
Dr. Tucker began his career after graduating from Harding University in 1977. He spent two years as an accountant with the Dallas, Texas office of Arthur Andersen. He passed the CPA exam in 1979. He obtained his MA in Economics from Georgetown University in 1981 and his PhD in Economics from the University of Arkansas in 1987.
He has 30 years of teaching experience, primarily in accounting, economics and finance. In addition to Concordia, he has taught at Cascade College in Portland and Harding University in Arkansas.
Tucker serves on the Board of Directors of Northwest Children's Theater, and he is a member of the Downtown Rotary Club of Portland. He is married to Lori Tucker, and they have four children and three grandchildren.


text:
If you care for an elderly, injured or special needs pet, you've come to the right place!
How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his tail?
My dog has been paralyzed in her hind legs for about 1.5 years (due to scar tissue developement 4 years after removal of a spinal tumor and RT).
Anyway, I've been noticing that she found a new way to show her excitement since she can't wag her tail. If she is super excited, she moves the upper part of her body while lying down, pretty much slamming her bed with her front legs. Too cute
But...the latest development is more subtle. The top of her head "shivers" (can't think of a better word for it) when she is excited. I feel it when I pet her on the head, and she automatically does it.
I know this is a silly topic, but I find it so intriguing the way our dogs compensate for the basic things they can no longer do.
So....how does your dog show excitement?
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
Bless her happy little heart!
My GabrielDeafBlindPup is 'tailless' In fact won a ribbon at a rescue event for the 'shortest tail' He has the aussie butt wiggle and his front feet prance, his head goes round and he smiles from ear to ear!
Don't you love this! What a lovely idea for a thread! HAPPY DAY!
Karen, Andy's ^i^ mom
Lethal White Aussies Rule!
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
Like your pup, my Carl is paralyzed following surgery for a spinal tumor. He is a 2 1/2 year old Lab who has been down since he was a year old. I think you can likely imagine his energy level even without being able to move his rear legs! There is absolutely no doubt when Carl is excited - he jumps off the floor with both front legs, typically barking at the same time. Now if we're outside .... how my neighbours haven't called animal control I don't know as Carl makes this loud screaming noise as he runs round the yard. When REALLY excited in his cart Carl will jump so high that he can lift his whole cart off the ground.
For Carl things are changing. He is on a drug trial for dogs that have long term paralysis and is showing improvement, wagging his tail and trying to push up and stand.
Carl, Tiny, Freckles (paralyzed Lab, mix and Red Heeler)
Sam I Am (Lymphoma, Lab)
Eli, Aoibhe, Tesla (limb deformities, GSDs and Lab mix)
Mochridhe (storage disease, GSD)
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
Oh I just love that phrase: "front feet prance"!! That's it...it's like a prancing of the front feet! And yes, she's quite the happy dog - she just turned 12 but I try to keep her very active. She is a pet therapy dog and the patients LOVE her - and it keeps her young when she's around the kids (she goes to a geriatric hospital once a week and to a children's hospital twice a month - it's a great inspiration for the patients). Also, we are doing the Bark For Life walk for the American Cancer Society next weekend...boy this dog is busy!
And about Carl - my dog is a lab too, so I all too well know that NOTHING can keep their energy level down! When Sawyer is in her wheelchair and sees someone she loves, she will jump up from her front legs and run (but unfortunately she can't get the whole cart off the ground...that must be a sight to see!). Hmm...loud screaming noise? Sounds like pure excitement seeping out of his soul!! I wish you and Carl much luck on this drug trial - that's amazing that he's showing improvement! I saw your thread about it...going to go look again to get more info.
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
BARK FOR LIFE! What a FABULOUS idea! We had pet bags at Relay a couple of years ago (not everyone was on board with it, but there were over 100 bags, several of my own), but I really, really love your Bark for Life event! I'm'a gonna mention it next time I bump into someone.
Karen, Andy's ^i^ mom
Lethal White Aussies Rule!
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
Candy does much like Carl does, jumping up and down on his front feet, and he also quivers all over when he is excited. I sure wish we could get him on that trial!
Bobbie Mayer
"Corgis on Wheels: Understanding and Caring for the Special Needs of Corgis with Degenerative Myelopathy or DIsk Disease available now!
Re: How does your dog show excitement if he can't wag his ta
Well, Bark For Life is an even that the AKC puts on. Try looking at the AKC website and see if there is a Bark For Life event near you (it's the same as a regular human cancer walk, but we are allowed to bring our furry pals to walk alongside us and help us raise money for cancer.
Bobbie, so interesting to hear that your dog does the same as most of our's! It's great that these pups still find a way to express their happiness, even if their tails don't work!
7 posts • Page 1 of 1
Users browsing this forum: Baidu [Spider] and 2 guests


text:
OUR OPINION: Recommendations offered in primary runoff elections
SAN ANGELO, Texas - Here are the Standard-Times editorial board's recommendations for Tuesday's party primary runoff elections:
Republican Primary
Lieutenant governor — David Dewhurst: Reviewing the candidates' legislative histories, Dewhurst appears to be better able than his opponent, state Sen. Dan Patrick, to lead the 31 senators who control much of the power in the position.
Attorney general — Dan Branch: An attorney and well-regarded state representative, Branch's qualifications make him the better choice against his opponent, state Sen. Ken Paxton.
Railroad Commission — Ryan Sitton: An engineer and owner of a company serving the energy industry, which the Railroad Commission oversees, Sitton offers better credentials than his opponent, former state Rep. Wayne Christian.
Agriculture commissioner — Tommy Merritt: A mainstream conservative, Merritt appears better qualified than his opponent, Sid Miller, in a contest between two former Texas House members.
Democratic Primary
U.S. Senate — David Alameel: The dentist from Fort Worth is clearly the better choice against Kesha Rogers, an adherent of controversial political activist Lyndon LaRouche who has called for President Obama to be impeached.
Agriculture commissioner — Richard "Kinky" Friedman: The humorist and musician isn't a strong candidate, but his opponent, Jim Hogan, an insurance agent and cattle farmer, has barely campaigned and doesn't have a website.
Subscribe to the San Angelo Standard-Times
Need Help? Call us at 1-877-304-7763.
Monday-Friday: 6am-8pm / Saturday: 6am-12pm / Sunday: 6am-1pm


text:
Reviewed By Paul F (Cordova, TN) Reviewed for a 2014 BMW X3 —8/13/2014 9:45 PM
Well made and sold, which is where the problem is. It's heavy enough that the sun visors barely are able to keep it up. I have a new vehicle and wonder if after some time that will not be the case.


text:
- KNIA / KRLS - http://kniakrls.com -
Storm Spotter Class to be Held Thursday
Posted By News On April 9, 2013 @ 6:24 am In Today's Local News | Comments Disabled
A storm spotter class will take place this Thursday in Marion County. Members of the Des Moines office of the National Weather Service will be conducting the training free of charge. WeatherEye Meteorologist Jennifer Wojcicki says storm spotters help provide additional information to what they see on radar and help in making decisions regarding watches and warnings. The training starts at 7pm at the Marion County Public Health building. For more information, call 828-2256.
Article printed from KNIA / KRLS: http://kniakrls.com
URL to article: http://kniakrls.com/2013/04/storm-spotter-class-to-be-held-thursday/
Click here to print.
Copyright © 2009 KNIA/KRLS. All rights reserved.


text:
December, however, does have a few highlights. Far Cry 3 arrives, along with the retail package of the outstanding Walking Dead adventure game series. So keep warm (or cool – we don't know where you live!) inside and spend some time with a few new video games.
Of course, there are plenty of other great games available this fall we didn't get a chance to highlight. That's why we want to hear your anticipated Fall 2012 games for a follow-up "Community Response" feature to these Cheat Sheets. Give us your list in the comments below and tell us why you're looking forward to it; we may even highlight your comment.
"After replenishing my supplies – and buying a silencer for my SMG, for all the good it will do me – I check out the bulletin board in my newly acquired base of operations. It seems a bandit has taken over a local farm and someone wants me to take revenge. The only catch is that I have to honor the local tradition in doing so, which means I have to kill him with a knife. Sounds easy enough." – Joystiq's Far Cry 3 Preview
All five episodes of The Walking Dead crawl to retail shelves in one convenient bundle this December, for Xbox 360 and PS3. Each episode so far has been a treat of terror: The writing is "fraught with tense pauses and biting, yet humane, dialogue;" the gameplay "has found the balance between personalized gaming and coherent drama;" and Telltale Games has a surprising smash hit on its hands. The retail package is out just in time for the holidays, and really, there's nothing more eternal than the ravenous hunger of the undead. And they say diamonds are forever.
"Believe it or not, the controls work: I was able to pull off abilities and combos with nearly as much complexity as the PC MOBAs. Legolas, for example, has a rooting ability that locks enemy players down, as well as a quick dash ability, and another one that knocks back targets away from him. After a little bit of practice, I was able to use those abilities together, dashing forward past a fleeing enemy, knocking him back into harm's way, and then locking him down in place for the finish. The toughest part is making sure the aiming is lined up (you move with the left stick, and target with the right), but it's amazing that it works on a controller at all." – Joystiq's Guardians of Middle-earth Preview
"Luftrausers is a fitting continuation of the gameplay style that Vlambeer explored in Super Crate Box. It's easy to play, and relies on a combination of continuous unlocks and – most importantly – responsive, satisfying explosions on the regular, to get players hooked on repeated short sessions." – Joystiq's Luftrausers Preview
Ratchet and Clank return! Insomniac's latest installment brings the action to PSN with cross-play funcationality across the PS3 and Vita. Full Frontal Assault promises to return to the series roots, packing in plenty of action and weapons, but also throwing in some new tower defense elements.
- Key specs
- Prices
- Discussions
- Game format Downloadable, Cartridge
- Screen size 3.53 inches
- Online features Multiplayer, Store, Browser
- Direction control D-pad, Thumb stick (1)
- Motion controls Accelerometer, Camera / optical
- Dimensions 0.8 x 5.3 x 2.9 in
- Weight 8 oz
- Released 2011-03-27
Nintendo DS Lite
Sony PlayStation Vita PCH-2000
Sony PlayStation 3 (late 2012)
Nintendo Wii console
Nintendo Wii U
Microsoft Xbox One


text:
Tag: lumberjacks
Thursday's Photo Caption Contest
Rebecca, it may be time to quit your day job. You have wowed another one of our guest judges, Kathleen Williams, Executive Director of the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.
The actual caption for this fund-raising fanatic? "The 'Human Squirrel' who did many daring 'stunts' in climbing for benefit of War Relief Funds in New York City. He is shown here at a dizzy height in Times Square." The photo was taken circa 1918, back when superheroes sported suits, not spandex.
Have you got what it takes to craft a caption that catches our eye, and tickles our funny bone? If you do, you could win 30% off at the Archives eStore.
Have a gander at this week's photo and give us your best!
Here's one to get you started:
… [ Read all ]
Posted by Rob Crotty on August 26, 2010, under Photo Caption Contest.
Tags: american history, First World War photos, horses, lumberjacks, NARA, national archives, National archives and records administration, odd history, old logging photos, Photo Caption Contest, Pieces of History, prologue blog, Prologue magazine, random history, weird US history
Comments: 15


text:
November 28, 2015
Stay Connected Anywhere
Charges of Attempted Rape were filed against Anthony Joseph Hocket, 18, of Auburn, Kan.
Shawnee County District Attorney Robert Hecht says the charges stem from an incident occurring on May 29, 2008 at the Auburn Library, when a man dressed in black, wearing a black ski mask, attacked a part-time employee of the library.
Hecht says during the assault, the man sought to rape the part-time library employee. However, due to the courageous resistance of the victim, the attack was thwarted.
Hecht's office has requested Hocket be held in custody on a $150,000 professional surety bond.
Hocket appeared in court for the first time Tuesday before the Honorable Richard D. Anderson.
Click Here to access the online Public Inspection File
Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this station's FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCC's online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), or email@example.com.


text:
December 11, 2012
Today: Twitter chat on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Today (Dec. 11) from 1-2 p.m., our own Dr. Melvin McInnis discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder, or "winter depression," in a "tweet chat" with ABC News' Dr. Richard Besser and several other experts on this topic. There are several ways to participate:
Everyone with an interest in this topic is invited to participate! Share your stories, ask questions, get answers!
Bipolar disorder stem cell research featured in Free Press
Stem cell science was recently profiled on the front page of the Detroit Free Press, in a major package of stories that focused a great deal of attention on U-M research in this promising field. Research from the U-M Depression Center and the Prechter Bipolar Research Program, where Melvin McInnis, M.D., Thomas B. and Nancy Upjohn Woodworth Professor of Bipolar Disorder and Depression and Professor of Psychiatry, is working to understand the genetics of bipolar disorder using stem cells derived from volunteers' skin cells, is featured prominently, as are U-M scientists Gary Smith, Ph.D., Sue O'Shea, Ph.D., and the work of the U-M Consortium for Stem Cell Therapies, part of the Taubman Medical Research Institute.
According to new U-M-led neuroscience research, people with certain personality traits – such as resiliency, altruism, and straightforwardness – are more likely to find pain relief from a placebo (fake medicine). The results build on nearly a decade's worth of work on the placebo effect by the team led by Depression Center member Jon-Kar Zubieta, M.D., Ph.D., the Phil Jenkins Professor of Depression in the U-M Department of Psychiatry, a professor in the Department of Radiology, and a member of the Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience Institute. The team hopes to continue the research in people with depression, and to continue to explore how genetics as well as personality influence placebo response. The study has been covered in news outlets from the Los Angeles Times to Scientific American and The Scientist.
Bringing depression awareness to college students
As part of the Depression Center's Campus Mind Works student outreach initiative, and with support from the Steven M. Schwartzberg Memorial Fund, the Depression Center has partnered with the U-M Educational Theatre Company (UMetc) and University Housing to provide depression awareness/theatre presentations in U-M student residence halls during the 2012-2013 academic year. The presentations (7 have been conducted so far) include two mental health sketches performed by UMetc, and an informational presentation on:
In surveys administered before and after the presentations, student attendees report increased confidence in their ability to identify and refer someone who may be struggling with depression or anxiety, as well as increased willingness to seek help for themselves if they were experiencing a significant personal problem.
Athletics and brain health
Sports, head injury, and depression were the topics of a Washtenaw Jewish News article which profiled Eric Hipple, former Lions quarterback and current Depression Center outreach coordinator, and Depression Center member Jeffrey Kutcher, M.D. The piece discusses Kutcher's work as director of Michigan NeuroSport, a U-M sports neurology program devoted to research, education, and clinical care. It also mentions Hipple's Under the Helmet program, which promotes mental health education in high schools, and the Depression Center's Professional Athlete Evaluation Program, which assists athletes with retirement challenges.
Kutcher also recently spoke to the Philadelphia Inquirer about the risk of concussion in sports. According to Kutcher, reported concussions among college athletes are up 30 percent since 2006, but few of these players have access to concussion experts to help manage their injuries.
Promoting resiliency for military spouses during deployment
HomeFront Strong, a resiliency group for military spouses and partners, was featured in a Veterans Day article in the Michigan Daily. The program focuses on building social support and positive relationships, learning new approaches to self-care, connecting to resources, and promoting resiliency and positive coping. Learn more...
Making connections across depression and bipolar research
An article in the A2 Journal provides a detailed profile of the WeSearchTogether.org project: this clearinghouse connects people living with depression or bipolar disorder to opportunities to participate in research across the country, and it also provides in-depth information about what it's like to participate in mental health studies. Visit the WeSearchTogether.org website to learn more...
Patterns of social isolation worldwide
The fall issue of Medicine at Michigan featured the work of Alan Teo, M.D., a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholar at U-M and a Depression Center member, who documented the first case of hikikomori (social withdrawal) in the Americas. Evidence shows that this form of extreme social isolation, which is most prevalent in Japan, is becoming a growing global concern. Read more...
ER screening for eating disorders?
Could the emergency room be a good place to spot undiagnosed eating disorders among teens, and help steer them to treatment? In a new study published in the November issue of the International Journal of Eating Disorders, researchers screened more than 940 teens and young adults aged 14-20 years for eating disorders, as part of their visit to the U-M Emergency Department for any non-psychiatric reason. They found that 16 percent – more than one in every 6 – had indications of an eating disorder. Those that did were also much more likely to also show signs of depression and substance abuse – conditions that often go hand-in-hand with eating disorders. Study authors included Suzanne Dooley-Hash, M.D., an emergency physician at U-M, Maureen Walton, M.P.H., Ph.D., research associate professor of psychiatry, and Yarden Ginsburg, M.S., a study coordinator with the Depression Center and Department of Psychiatry.
Evaluating a video intervention to improve college student mental health
Daniel Eisenberg, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Health Management and Policy, has been awarded a 2012 Innovation Fund Award from the Depression Center to evaluate the effectiveness of the inkblots video series as an engaging and accessible medium for delivering evidence-based self-help skills to improve resilience and mental health. Eisenberg's team will test the effectiveness of the videos (which are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles) among college students and will also begin to explore their application for large employer populations.
First M-Cubed awards include five Center members
MCubed is a two-year seed-funding program designed to empower interdisciplinary teams of U-M faculty to pursue new initiatives with major societal impact. The first "cubing phase" of the program included five Depression Center members among the awarded projects, which require collaboration between three researchers from at least two different units:
December 12: Depression & Bipolar Support Groups
December 13: Growing through Grief workshop (ANN ARBOR)
December 15: Military Family Support Forum (ANN ARBOR)
December 20: Growing through Grief workshop (YPSILANTI)
January 2: Family Education Workshop
January 9: Depression & Bipolar Support Groups
January 10: Growing through Grief workshop (ANN ARBOR)
January 17: Growing through Grief workshop (YPSILANTI)
January 23: Depression & Bipolar Support Groups
January 25: Depression Center Colloquium
February 6: Family Education Workshop
February 13: Depression & Bipolar Support Groups
February 14: Growing through Grief workshop (ANN ARBOR)
February 21: Growing through Grief workshop (YPSILANTI)
February 26-27: Depression on College Campuses Conference
We welcome suggestions about the content and format of this publication – please email email@example.com with your feedback.
e-update Archive | U-M Depression Center | U-M Psychiatry | U-M Health System | U-M Home


text:
Web Development Features
Text Handling | Web Development | Programming | File Handling | Display | Search | UNIX & Admin | More…
In addition to its wide range of features for preparing and editing text content, BBEdit provide numerous commands and options to facilitate Web content creation and site management.
(Note: All of the features listed here are exclusive to BBEdit, and are not present in TextWrangler.)
As an example of BBEdit's versatility for site maintenance, check out the QuickTime EMBED Tag Migration Script!
Download the fully featured demo.


text:
Waitlists and Overrides
When a course reaches the limit of seats available due to (a) space in the classroom or lab or (b) because the instruction requires the size of the course be limited to a certain number, the course is closed, and you cannot register for it on MyMadison. For some classes, you may be able to indicate your interest in getting into a closed class through two possible methods:
1. Utilizing the Waitlist
2. Requesting an Override.
Utilizing the Waitlist
Some courses have specific sections with a Waitlist option if the course enrollment is full. Waitlist sections are designated with a yellow triangle symbol:
To see if a class has a waitlist, uncheck the "Show Open Classes Only" box when you do a search. View the tutorial for adding a waitlist class.
The following departments are using the Waitlist to manage enrollment requests:
- Business core classes including Economics (ECON)
- Chemistry classes
- Mathematics & Statistics classes
Requesting an Override
In special cases, the department or the instructor may be able to give you a seat even though the course is closed. This action is called an override.
In most cases, you must approach the instructor of the class to request an override. However, there are certain departments that have a centralized override request process and require that you submit an online override request form.
Online override forms include:
Overrides are not provided for General Education Cluster 1 classes, or Communication Studies classes (GCOM, SCOM).
If the override process is not centrally organized, you need to contact the individual instructor to request an override. Here are the steps you can take:
- Email the instructor. All faculty email addresses can be found in the Campus Directory. You may or may not receive a reply to your email as instructors are often overwhelmed with email requests for overrides at the start of the semester.
- Stop by the instructor's office.
- Attend class on the first day, and arrive early so you can ask to talk with the instructor either before or after class.
Explain to the professor why you wish to be in their class and ask if he/she will give you an override.
Registering for the Course
If the instructor tells you that you may have an override, you are not registered for the class until you go onto MyMadison and register for it. Often the instructor will refer you to the administrative assistant for the department who will help arrange for your override using one of the following methods:
- Give you a permission number to enter into the appropriate space when adding the class on MyMadison
- Your ID will be entered into the system so that you are able to add the class.
- Sometimes overrides have an expiration date, and if you don't use them by that date, you will lose the override.
- View your schedule on MyMadison after registering to be sure that the course is on your schedule.


text: SANTA FE- A Navy Blue Bell Jet Ranger Helicopter went down in the Jemez Mountain Area earlier this morning. The helicopter had three persons on board, one Game and Fish officer, one veterinarian and the pilot all who reported minor injuries. Game and Fish are sending another helicopter to extract the subjects out of their location. State Police from Albuquerque are on the way to the scene along with an ambulance to check on the subjects. No report on the cause of the crash.


text:
Need help? Call 0800 885 284 (NZ Only) or Email Us
Welcome to Koanui Lodge & Backpackers - we are centrally located in the heart of Blenheim - only a 5 minute walk to the town centre.
We are an international working hostel, mainly catering to young long-term backpackers looking for work. Visiting Blenheim for a Wine Tour or other Marlborough based activity? - we offer comfortable, modern, budget ensuite rooms for visitors to the area and we can cater for large groups offering exclusive use of our Lodge building facilities (please contact us for details).
Whatever you are here to do in Blenheim, our friendly staff at Koanui Lodge look forward to welcoming you.
Travelbug comments are verified. Your comment will only appear if you have had a confirmed booking with the business provider via Travelbug (use the same email address that you booked with). Refer to our comments terms and conditions for more information