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by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by
Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan, directed by Bartlett
April 14
years after South Pacifics Broadway debut came the movie,
guaranteeing Some Enchanted Evening and Im Gonna Wash
That Man Right Outa My Hair would gain still more radio playyears
and years of it, in fact, because in the 1950s, Broadway still
fed the pop-song charts.
it was that these songsnot to mention Bali Hai, A Wonderful
Guy, This Nearly Was Mine and Younger Than Springtimewere
drummed into my young ears during my first decade of life,
songs I never set out to learn but still, to a large extent,
know by heart. Like so much to do with early childhood, theyre
vaguely annoying.
may explain why, until last week, Ive had no exposure to
the show from which they come. Director Bartlett Shers 2008
Broadway revival won so much acclaimand seven Tony awardsthat
it quickly spawned a national tour. This is what landed at
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piece of work.
material from three of the short stories in James Micheners
Tales of the South Pacific, it centers on two unlikely romances
played against the backdrop of a Seabee-occupied Pacific island
in World War II. Characterizations are drawn in quick, bold
strokes; the array of memorable songs does the rest of the
Frenchman Emile de Becque was played in the original by Metropolitan
Opera star Ezio Pinza, who cast a very long shadow. Rod Gilfry
also has an opera background.
And Gilfry
played De Becque in the classic opera park-and-bark style,
which is no discredit: Its what the role demands. He brought
Some Enchanted Evening right down to the proscenium and
bathed the audience in it. De Becque begins as a slightly
shadowy character; by the time Gilfry brought his beautiful
voice to act 2s stolid weeper This Nearly Was Mine, we
knew the more complicated man.
The character
of Nellie Forbush probably seemed much more forward- thinking
60 years ago, but she still cuts a dynamic figure in the hands
of Carmen Cusack, who shrugged off the formidable shadow of
Mary Martin with a portrayal that was vivacious and charming.
A recent veteran of Wicked, shes an excellent dancer and
singer whose only distraction was the country twang she too
often put into her numbers.
is the Arkansas-born nurse whose love for De Becque is shattered
by the discovery that he has mixed-race children by a deceased
wife, a dilemma addressed in the second act by the still-powerful
song Youve Got to Be Carefully Taught. This is sung by
the character of Joe Cable, a young Lieutenant who arrives
on the island as part of dangerous undercover mission.
Davis ripped into the number with bitter authority, making
it clear that this remains the heart of the show. His first-act
love song Younger Than Springtime seemed a little hurried,
but this one showed an actor in total control of his material.
standouts in the cast were Hawaii native (and Dallas transplant)
Keala Settle as Bloody Mary, whose anthemic Bali Hai had
a fresh urgency, and Matthew Salidvar as the contentious Luther
Billis, who leads the sailors in a knockout There Is Nothin
Like a Dame.
it premiered, South Pacific spoke to a generation of GIs who
knew the storys antecedents. Now its more of a museum piece,
so director Bartlett Sher wisely emphasized characters over
story and kept the production values high. Its such a well-written
piece that it rewards his efforts with compelling immediacy.
Gattelli put together dances that seemed to occupy a space
twice as big as the Proctors stage and the large cast delivered
with precision. The mark of a good ensemble number is the
distinctive characterizations that the actors maintain; in
a number like Honey Bun, everyone worked together and yet
everyone was distinct.
The production
was supported by a good-sized orchestra boasting many area
players, all under the skilled conducting of Lawrence Goldberg.
I dont
suppose this show ever will be truly outdated until the racial
issues it addresses are solved, so we probably can look forward
to several more lifetimes of South Pacific productions.


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The Dover and New Philadelphia High track teams split in their dual meet at Quaker Stadium Thursday night.
The Dover girls were a 103-34 winner, while the New Philadelphia boys won 79-58.
Cionnii Williams was part of three wins for the Dover girls.
Justin Ward had a hand in three wins for New Philadelphia's boys. Connor Limbaugh was part of three wins for Dover.
In other meets:
Indian Valley split with Manchester as the girls won 75-32. The Indian Valley boys dropped an 86-51 decision to Manchester.
Courtney Emler took part in four wins for the IV girls.
Travis Olinger, Austin Menefee, Dan Johnson, Ryan Pastirack had strong nights for the IV boys.
Strasburg clinched the outright Inter-Valley Conference title with a 2-1 win over visiting Garaway.
The Tigers have won the IVC every year, with the exception of one, since the school began playing softball in the mid-1980s.
Strasburg (12-1, 21-5) got a two-hitter and 11 strikeouts from Kristina LaRocca, while Karly DiBacco had a single and double.
Anya Misko had both hits for Garaway with a solo home run and a double.
• Abbie Hughes tossed a one-hitter, fanned 12 and helped her cause with a double and RBI as Sandy Valley defeated Malvern 5-1 in Inter-Valley Conference play.
• Visiting Orrville scored a run in the top of the sixth to snap a 1-1 tie en route to a 2-1 win over Dover.
Danni Murtaugh had two hits and an RBI for the Tornadoes (21-5).
• Kimberlyn Miller struck out eight and Taryn Davis had three hits in New Philadelphia's 3-1 win at Meadowbrook.
• Newcomerstown pounded out 15 hits as it doubled up Ridgewood 6-3 in IVC play.
The Trojans (7-5, 20-5) got three singles and a double from Allie Hinton and four singles from Kara Jenkins.
• Jack Birtcher's RBI single in the bottom of the fifth scored Kyle Abel with the winning run in Dover's 5-4 win over visiting Orrville.
The Tornadoes, ranked No. 6 in the state in Division II, improved to 22-3 on the season.
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The Saints, ranked No. 4 in Division IV, improved to 18-4 on the season.
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Hello all,
I am currently trying to sharpen my skills in concept art design.So I am starting a thread where I would be posting my works.Critiques are very much welcome so I can improve.
Did these recently:
Need to practice more.
Hello all,
I am currently trying to sharpen my skills in concept art design.So I am starting a thread where I would be posting my works.Critiques are very much welcome so I can improve.
Did these recently:
Need to practice more.
You need to get rid of that ridiculous watermark because is so big and centered that is interfering with your composition and it's annoying your viewers. Put your sign or your watermark down to a corner an be sure to not do it too big, don't be worried about stealers because at this stage your work isn't ready to be sold and your skills is what the clients will hire you for in the future, skills cannot be stolen.
About the art itself you need to practice all the basics (perspective, anatomy, composition, drawing itself, ecc.) and when painting try to learn to blend colors when needed and define your shapes. Another thing that you need to correct is values, your values are too dark and there's no range, this makes your paintings very flat atm.
Anyway this is a very nice starting i can say.
Thanks for the critiques.Yep..I think blending will start with the next ones and trying to make sure the farther from the viewer,the lighter the value.
More practice:
Looking better!
Like Hitsu said, you still need to work on your fundamentals.
You should keep working on your values. It needs to be readable in black and white.
The bottom one has some weird white blurry things near the corners...which looks a bit odd.
I would try using a lower opacity brush to blend the colors more. Right now you have too many hard edges and not enough soft (You need both in a good piece).
You seem to have a pretty good grasp of colors...so that's good.
Keep practicing and keep posting!
Also spend more time on your drawings, don't care about doing things fast when you're learning, especially with paintings because there is A LOT of stuff going on that you should know/learn so you can't rush if you want to be sure to remember anything you need. As Aether is saying you need to practice color blending with the digital medium so open a white canvas, draw a sphere and blend some smooth colors over it. Let us see your results
@Aether Technician
Thanks for the criticism,the white blurry stuff are clouds,I was trying to paint a futuristic city in the sky.Yep,will keep practicing.
@ Hitsu//San
I thought the same thing.I should take things slower and pay more attention on how to improve on the flaws.
I could only do one piece today cause I was busy.
Looks great, but not top line project great. I'd like to see if you make a piece with more defined rendering, but you have the basic shapes and scene creation down.
well... not quite... it's the same camera angle and 1 point perspective in every piece...
@Fhade -Thanks..seriously working on that aspect.
@Hitsu//San-U kinda have a point,I think for the next ones I am gonna do will have more complex forms,and FOV will be widder,scene would be more zoomed out.I was trying to work on how things look on closer inspection.As for the perspective,not all are one point,some are two like the snowy mountains,very dark green trees along road path,sunset with dark mountains/waterfall.I get what u mean.I have observed concept designers like feng zhu.Camera angles are usually simple so whoever is making use of it understands what is going on.What is important is the idea/design u are trying to get across,how workable is it,color pallete,story.How cool is it?I will try not to centralize my main features in my compositions.
Don't worry.I will try to randomise camera angles,and put in more complex forms so it isn't repetitive..Thanks for the critique.
New works-
Not very pleased with this one-
Yep..kinda dreamt this one up.
New works-Decided to name the art pieces so critics can make specific corrections to a particular one.
The Desert Takedown-
Water Waves-
Blended the colors with soft brush with 16 - 22% opacity.Will try to use hard brush with opacity pressure on for blending,only problem is I have to press really hard to get the color I picked.What is the least opacity setting to avoid muddy colors?Any color blending technique suggestions will be really appreciated.
Muddy colors don't depend on opacity (nor any other magic brush setting as a lot of beginners believe when they are starting, including me some times ago), it's a problem of trait and color theory knowledge. About the camera angle is not a problem of variation as much as a problem of understanding, some cameras gives a certain feeling to a shot, some others are boring with the same shot... experience and knowledge will address this issue.
... and no, they are all 1 point perspective or not calculated ones. You should draw a grid and then boxes and simple shapes to create your composition before starting to paint because it's very hard to draw everything with a good perspective when you have to think about design, composition, values, shapes, colors and all of this stuff. I totally can't do that, even top tier artists can't do that if the perspective is complex, it's just too much stuff to think about. So make short steps and plan your workflow, you will be able to free your thinking so you can focus more on what's going on with your paintings.
Keep showing us your work you will improve a lot.
Could only paint one today.Started in black and white to test my value skills before adding color:
-Humanoid Queen.
Last edited by melviso; November 13th, 2012 at 07:57 PM.
For now,I will be posting stuff heavily focused on depth and perspective since that seems to be where my work is lacking.Will very much appreciate any feedback on the next works.
Decided to keep things simple till I get depth and perspective nailed down.
Could have done more but busy today-
I am wondering if there is a possibility my monitor screen settings are off.When I turn on color proof in ps,with monitor rgb in the proof setup.There is no change in screen brightness unless I use macintosh RGB.Thats means the screen settings are okay?
But like someone pointed out ''colors are going to look different on all monitors that differ from yours.''So I guess I shouldn't worry about it and concentrate on improving.
Did another paintover,think the previous one was washed out:
Is this one better?
Last edited by melviso; November 14th, 2012 at 10:44 PM.
It's not your monitor, it's you. I't pretty clear that you don't know color theory enough and your eyes are not used enough to perceive the right color. Anyway why are you using custom brushes to do a stupid sphere? You're complicating your life bud, this is going between you and your learning process... get rid of all the custom brushes and learn gradually to use the round brush. This will get rid of your blurry problem.
@Histu san-Duly noted.
New works-
Tribal Girl-
Alien Invasion?
Last edited by melviso; November 17th, 2012 at 05:43 PM.
Okay..new update.Changed my monitor settings since I painted Tribal girl and I think I can focus better on my fundamentals.
Alien Exterminators-
For a good price,they will rid ur homes of alien infestation,hopefully without destroying ur home, that is.
Anatomy seems a little off but I was more concerned with trying to get lighting,reflected light,depth and perspective down.I think I should have played arouund with more colors.I think I will be doing my paintings in Black and white from now on.Then worry about colors later.
Last edited by melviso; November 18th, 2012 at 10:28 PM.
New works.Did them in black and white first for value study before adding color.I think value is very very important,than color as I could experiment with different colors on a different layer over the detailed black and white.Value determines color,not the other way round,will do more of this.
Tournament Battle-
Green Riding Hood-
Critiques are overwelcomed.Thanks.
No critique?Guys,really need some input.
Did this today to study color,light and shadows.:
Color/Light Test-
Last edited by melviso; November 20th, 2012 at 11:03 PM.
New art.More on Green Riding Hood-
Guys,pls I need feedback.Am I improving or still making some major mistakes?
You are still making mistakes, do you know how to control values? Even the perspective is still not working (or you are not setting up you perspective and camera when starting a drawing).
Yes you're still making mistakes. OK, do more of those sphere under light things, preferably with some reference.
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It won't work because he will not know on what contest that kind of exercise will teach him how to separate stuff in distance by values.
(BTW maybe he can figure out now that i'm telling it, we'll see)
In order to improve your values you could try illustrating only in black and white, much easier to check those values this way
Thanks guys,after reading ur comments,I decided to do this-
Is this correct or wrong?lets say my character in the foreground is wearing a desaturated green shirt,someone in the background is wearing a dark green shirt,are u saying,I would have to make the guy in the background shirt more desaturated than the shirt in the foreground?
Works I did earlier-
Tournament battle-
I will try to take my time with each piece.
Last edited by melviso; November 22nd, 2012 at 11:01 PM.
Saturation it's a consequence of distance and not a value. Values are in the black and white scale. When you're using colors saturation goes down depending on how much light there is in the scene and how far is the color that's reflecting towards you and how much atmosphere there is between you and the color. Unless you start studying color theory and advanced color theory you can't understand those process just because i told you. You should focus on black and white until you grasp value separation anyway because it's one of the most important aspects in visual communication.
Okay there's some serious effort here I think. Checked a couple of days ago this was only 1 post. If you've done all this in this timespan then your head is in the right place for this kind of work
I would suggest that, for your paintings, you draw your subjects out with line before painting. I'm not talking about making a composition with line and then just painting over it.
Do your thumbnails, pick one, draw it with rough line, then clean that line out, with lineweight and everything. Do it good enough so that you could show the piece as a line drawing. Then paint it. This helped me a lot. Having a concrete drawing with all the details and designs figured out before painting means that you can then just paint away without worrying about messing up perspective or making up the wrong kind of details. It becomes a matter of simply sitting in front of the screen for 8-20 hours to finish up your piece.
Sure, some people can outright paint and make a really cool painting out of it. Those people usually are hardcore industry professionals, or art geniuses that will die of cancer! .. Just kidding lol. I just get too jealous of those dudes sometimes.
Anyway since you're working that hard it shouldn't be a problem for you to give my method a try. If it doesn't work, you can just call me an idiot and I'll quietry bow my head and aporogize.
My concept art blog
Better lucky than good!
On a sidenote, and this is more a personal thing, a lot of people won't agree with me.
If I were you, I'd remove the signatures from my art completely, or put really really really tiny ones on the bottom if I absolutely must. The reason for this is because well, I'm sure you'll agree, your art is not professional level yet. You are learning yes, but when people look at your work, they probably won't think you are a professional. And then you have a pretty big signature in there, which makes you look like you're looking for attention. Like I said, that's just my opinion.
On the same note however, once you do reach the professional level, and you have so much work on the internet with your signature on it, you run the risk of your clients 'bumping into' your earlier work and thinking 'oh this guy might not be so pro after all'. Just a thing to keep in mind. I hope I didn't come across as arrogant or aggressive. I'm only interested in being a useful human!
Over and out.
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Better lucky than good!
Haha i agree with the sign thing, it was a giant signature on the page the last week so it's already a step forward... People tend to value a lot his own efforts and wants to be recognized for that, especially young people or starters. It's better to put a date on it anyway because it helps a lot to keep tracking of your progression.
The drawing thing it's just because it's hard to think about colors composition values and Design at the same time, it's not that kind level of hard that you say ok it's hard but i can do hard stuff... no... it's that kind of hard that can make you do advanced maths on your head, multitasking and a giant memory... you need to train a lot to be able to do it, mostly it's because with training it comes experience and repetition so the major part of it becomes natural repetition and you don't need to think about what you're doing anymore... so Vak don't envy people that can do it right now ^^ if you train hard enough it will become automatic.
The design part it's the most important and in my opinion can't be mixed with painting (or drawing a landscape or action scene) because they are two very different things. That's a huge mistake done very often by a lot of artists at any level, the vast majority of artists that makes their subject always the same it's because they don't separate design from painting (i know that because i am at the opposite side, if i don't do design for my characters or environments and i'll start drawing them as they go in most of the cases they look crappy and generic, actually if i have to do that i cheat doing face, lighting or small details that draw attention so the other crappy stuff become secondary but that's experience).
@Hitsu San
I agree with ya,will focus on value for now.Kinda unhappy I am still making the same mistakes.The problem is trying to focus on all these fundamentals while trying to get down the idea u have in ur head.Sometimes,it comes out crappy like Alien Exterminators.So if I do a piece,after I get the design down,then I will check if depth,value,perpective,lighting,anatomy are correct.Problem is I start battling with colors when I start tweaking these fundamentals because I am probably trying to break away from how I paint or create pieces since they are wrong.Practice will probably solve this.
Its really cool hearing from u.I have seen ur work on feng zhu design blog.I am sure u are one of the really good students there.About the signature,I am not trying to get attention, its about protecting my idea/design.I know I am not at a professional level(hence the persistent hardwork to get better) but anyone can get the idea,or concept I am trying to get across.There is a possibility of someone stealing ur idea/concept even if it isn't professional as far as the idea itself is cool or brillant.I had a situation where I sent some portfolio pieces to a game studio.They were working on a new IP.Back then,my art wasn't as good as this but could get the idea across.The pieces centered on a guy and girl.The guy was a brute mecenary and the girl was very good at hacking,hi tech stuff.They were trying to get out of an area and they needed to get access to a scientist/research specialist.I am thinking its just coincidence but when details of the IP came out,there was a girl in it with hacking abilities.When I think back now,its probably coincidence and I don't regret sending those pieces.If someone comes across my old work if I get to professional level,I don't think its anything to worry about.The signature links to my deviantart page.When I get pro,I will probably get a more serious portfolio site.Besides,da has dates on the art uploaded and I think it says a lot to leave them up cause it will inspire other new starters and will also show prospective clients of how hard u worked to get to ur current level and u have nothing to hide.Likewise,my postings here also shows date so I don't think its a problem.Will make signature tiny in the next pieces.Nope,u don't come across as arrogant or anything.U are being constructive in ur criticism.Thanks.
Did this today,hopefully better in value?-
I hope to be better than u guys by December(dead serious)Mwahahaha!!!.Pls,don't give on me yet.
Btw,I have noticed some ppl create artworks that are heavily laced with textures and photo crops,some use mostly photo crops and mash them together and call it concept art.One can't even see the hand of the artist and ppl commend such works.Isn't that cheating or lacking originality?What are clients views on this compared to one who paints everything from scratch.Personally,I think textures are okay but not too much of it that the hand of the artist/style is lost.But Photos?I remember Feng Zhu saying the client doesn't care.But if I am a client,I will definitely have a problem paying the same amount as someone who does everything with brush strokes puts in more work than slapping on photos and textures and calling it done.
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Nation increasingly at odds over use of 'God'
The fledgling citizens stood and raised their hands inside Courtroom 8A of the U.S. Post Office and Courthouse, Downtown, representing five continents, more than two dozen countries and multiple generations.
Chief U.S. District Judge Joy Flowers Conti read aloud the Oath of Allegiance, concluding with "So help you God." A chorus of "I do's" followed, and Western Pennsylvania gained 51 citizens.
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Such commemorations appear to be at odds with the nation's growing population of atheists, skeptics and freethinkers, triggering constitutional challenges and updates to ceremonial details.
Leading the charge in Pennsylvania to preserve the nation's religious history is Rep. Rick Saccone, R-Elizabeth Township. His proposal to get "In God We Trust," the national motto, displayed in public schools passed the House Education Committee on a 14-9 vote this fall.
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One hundred and fifty years ago, the phrase appeared on coins under the direction of U.S. Mint official James Pollock, who was a Pennsylvania governor. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into law as the national motto in 1956.
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"If we had a president pray like that, it could change a nation," Saccone told the Tribune-Review.
Last year, Saccone's "Year of the Bible" resolution prompted a lawsuit from the Freedom From Religion Foundation, a Wisconsin-based organization of freethinkers. The judge granted Saccone legislative immunity, but Annie Laurie Gaylor, the Wisconsin group's co-founder, said the case drew the most potential plaintiffs of any in recent history.
Courts have deemed "In God We Trust" as secular in nature when atheists have challenged its constitutionality, considering the use of God ceremonial rather than religious. Still, Gaylor said, Saccone's proposal is a "terrible idea," one that crosses the line of proselytizing in public.
"He's misusing his office to promote his very personal religious views," Gaylor said.
Freethinkers, skeptics and nonreligious Americans in the 21st century are seeing the best and worst of times, she said.
As of 2012, 19.6 percent of Americans were unaffiliated with any religion, according to Pew Research Center data. In 1972, 5.1 percent of Americans identified as having no religious preference, according to the General Social Surveys from NORC at the University of Chicago, an independent research organization.
"This is a huge sea change, and it's happening so fast the politicians and the courts have not caught up with the changing demographic," Gaylor said.
Secularists sometimes have the benefit of options — at naturalization ceremonies, citizens who don't want to say, "So help me God," can choose to "solemnly affirm." Gaylor's group encourages people who do not believe in religious oaths to request affirmations in other arenas, as when being sworn in at court.
The Air Force recently made "So help me God" optional during the Honor Oath for cadets, said Barry Lynn, executive director for Americans United for Separation of Church and State. The move drew ire from some religious communities, said Lynn, a minster with the United Church of Christ.
Lynn said the U.S. Constitution intentionally avoids taking a position on religions.
"When you look at the division in other parts of the world over religion, you realize how wise it was we decided in America the government would not pick favorites," Lynn said. "It would simply let everybody do what we wanted to do."
Still, case law on the Establishment Clause is notoriously unclear, said Bruce Ledewitz, constitutional law expert and professor at Duquesne University whose research has focused on secularism and the church and state divide.
Religious mentions with a historical context generally remain untouched — such as having the Ten Commandments on a public building for decades on end. But in this case, having the national motto in a school could be a violation because the law requires children to attend, Ledewitz said.
"There's inherent coercion," Ledewitz said. "You can't avoid it if you want to."
This summer, the U.S. Supreme Court heard a case challenging the pre-meeting prayers of a town board in a Rochester, N.Y., suburb. Critics said the prayers were "demonstrably Christian," Ledewitz said, while similar invocations elsewhere have shown more diversity.
Ledewitz said legislative affirmations, instead of prayers, could incorporate a larger variety of religions or even artists, anyone who can offer a meditation for officials to observe.
Believers and nonbelievers may find common messages in these themes, Ledewitz said.
"A phrase like 'In God We Trust' is certainly a sectarian, religious affirmation, but it also stands for an affirmation that reality is trustworthy," he said. "Secularists may be throwing out the meaningful baby with the religious bath water."
Melissa Daniels is a Trib Total Media staff writer. Reach her at 412-380-8511 or email@example.com.
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But I seem to be trying pretty bloody well
I don't know why
I hear the end of a conversation
And even though I know the smell
Of a conversation that is not for my ears
I can't help my self but ask
What did you say?
Who did what?
When did what happened to who?
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Finding Your Clique
One of the difficulties with purchasing a mechanical keyboard is that they are quite expensive and vary greatly in subtle, but important ways. First and foremost, we have the different types of keyswitches. These are the components that are responsible for making each button behave, and thus varying them will lead to variations in how those buttons react and feel.
Until recently, the Cherry MX line of switches were the basis of just about every major gaming mechanical keyboard, although we will discuss recent competitors later on. Its manufacturer, Cherry Corp / ZF Electronics, maintained a strict color code to denote the physical properties of each switch. These attributes range from the stiffness of the spring to the bumps and clicks felt (or heard) as the key travels toward its bottom and returns back up again.
|45 cN
|Cherry MX Red
Cherry MX Brown
Razer Orange
Omron/Logitech Romer-G
|50 cN
Cherry MX Blue
Cherry MX White (old B)
Razer Green
|55 cN
|Cherry MX Clear
|60 cN
|Cherry MX Black
|80 cN
|Cherry MX Linear Grey (SB)
|Cherry MX Tactile Grey (SB)
Cherry MX Green (SB)
Cherry MX White (old A)
Cherry MX White (2007+)
|90 cN
|IBM Model M (not mechanical)
|105 cN
|Cherry MX Click Grey (SB)
|150+ cN
|Cherry MX Super Black
(SB) Denotes switches with stronger springs that are primarily for, or only for, Spacebars. The Click Grey is intended for spacebars on Cherry MX White, Green, and Blue keyboards. The MX Green is intended for spacebars on Cherry MX Blue keyboards (but a few rare keyboards use these for regular keys). The MX Linear Grey is intended for spacebars on Cherry MX Black keyboards.
The four main Cherry MX switches are: Blue, Brown, Black, and Red. Other switches are available, such as the Cherry MX Green, Clear, three types of Grey, and so forth. You can separate (I believe) all of these switches into three categories: Linear, Tactile, and Clicky. From there, the only difference is the force curve, usually from the strength of the spring but also possibly from the slider features (you'll see what I mean in the diagrams below).
Read on to see a theoretical comparison of various mechanical keyswitches.
A uniquely designed radiator, the Hardware Labs Black Ice Nemesis 360GTX
Subject: Cases and Cooling | December 11, 2014 - 05:39 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: Hardware Labs, Nemesis 360GTX, radiator, Black Ice
The Black Ice Nemesis 360GTX from Hardware Labs is a radiator sold separately for modders and extreme coolers who want a custom built water cooling system. It is designed for three 120mm fans to push air through its 54mm thick body and is optimized for low noise fans operating at sub-800 rpm speeds. The textured matte black finish is unique to this company and will look impressive on any machine but more so one specifically designed with the finish in mind. HiTech Legion tested it out and saw good cooling results even at low fan speeds.
"In looking at the new Nemesis 360GTX, I saw a lot of buzzwords thrown out there by Hardware Labs; "Stealth", "Supercruise", "Dark Matter". Buzzwords usually scare me a bit, as it seems they usually turn out to be a gimmicky name for something either underachieving or completely irrelevant. Thankfully, that is not the case with the Nemesis 360GTX."
Here are some more Cases & Cooling reviews from around the web:
- Fractal Kelvin T12 AIO Watercooling Kit Review @ Madshrimps
- Swiftech H240-X @ techPowerUp
- Thermaltake Core V51 Midi Tower Review @ NikKTech
- In Win D-Frame Mini-ITX @ eTeknix
- Antec ISK-600M Micro-ATX @ eTeknix
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Another look at the Corsair H75
Subject: Cases and Cooling | December 5, 2014 - 04:35 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: corsair, Hydro H75, AIO, water cooler
[H]ard|OCP are returning to several of the CPU coolers that they have reviewed over the past year to provide a more up to date and accurate comparison of their current performance. They have deployed a new testbench and so there are a few coolers that were tested on older hardware and so the performance they observed does not refer to current hardware. In order to give you an informed opinion on the current contenders for your cash they have replicated their Corsair Hydro H75 with comparison charts that show the performance of various coolers all on the same hardware and with current pricing. If you are already familiar with the H75 then you can jump to the last page for the overall results and price to performance measurements, those who did not read their initial review should take the time to read through the full review.
"Corsair has been in the liquid CPU cooling game for over 10 years now. As sealed system liquid CPU coolers have become the norm among hardware enthusiasts, the competition has gotten stiff to say the least. Another thing that has changed over the years is that many DIYers are going to smaller cases for their systems."
Here are some more Cases & Cooling reviews from around the web:
- Raijintek Zelos Low Profile CPU Cooler @ eTeknix
- Cryorig R1 Ultimate & Universal CPU Coolers @ Silent PC Review
- How Long Does It Really Take To Break-In The Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Paste @ Tech ARP
- DimasTech Mini V1 Test Bench: Purpose Driven @ Modders-Inc
- Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV Micro-Tower PC Chassis @ Modders-Inc
- BitFenix Pandora Micro-ATX Slim Case @ Benchmark Reviews
- Aerocool Dead Silence Case Review @ Hardware Secrets
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In the last few years NZXT has emerged as a popular choice for computer builds with stylish cases for a variety of needs. The newest member of the H series, the H440, promises quiet performance and offers a clean look by eliminating optical drive bays entirely from the design. While this might be a deal-breaker for some, the days of the ODD seem to be numbered as more enclosures are making the move away from the 5.25" bay.
Image credit: NZXT
But we aren't looking at just any H440 today, as NZXT has sent along a completely custom version designed in alliance with gaming accessory maker Razer to be "the ultimate gamer's chassis". (This case is currently available direct from NZXT's online store.) In this review we'll look at just what makes this H440 different, and test out a complete build while we're at it. Performance will be as big a metric as appearance here since the H440 is after all an enclosure designed for silence, with noise dampening an integral part of NZXT's construction of the case.
Green with Envy?
From the outset you'll notice the Razer branding extends beyond just special paint and trim, as custom lighting is installed right out of the box to give this incarnation of the H440 a little more gaming personality (though this lighting can be switched off, if desired). Not only do the front and side logos and power button light up green, but the bottom of the case features effects lighting to cast an eerie green glow on your desktop or floor.
Image credit: NZXT
Continue reading our review of the NZXT H440 Designed by Razer!!
When you absolutely postively have to have 1500W but little space to put it
Subject: Cases and Cooling | December 3, 2014 - 06:01 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: Strider Gold 1500W, Silverstone, modular psu, kilowatt, 80 Plus Gold
At 1500W peak power, 120A max on the 12V rails, the SilverStone Strider Gold 1500W will power any system you throw it in. There are other PSUs with that level of power but none measuring just a hair bigger than the 120mm cooling fan, a hair over 7" in length. In [H]ard|OCP's testing they found it to have a bit more variance in the voltages than they prefer but well within spec and at as good if not better than any of the other 1500W PSUs that they have reviewed. If you truly do need the power and can afford the asking price then you should check out the full review.
"SilverStone is a well known name among computer hardware enthusiasts. It has a good record of building solid PSUs, some of those good, some of those great. Today it comes to us with 1500 watts of power in an extremely small footprint, sporting 100% fully modular cables, and claiming extremely good efficiency."
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NZXT's H440,now with Razer on the front
Subject: Cases and Cooling | December 1, 2014 - 05:18 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: razer, nzxt, h440
The NZXT H440 Razer Edition matches the layout and design of the regular H440 but now you can show off additional brand loyalty if you are into that sort of display. There is glowing Razer logo embedded in the front panel with clear plastic over top to protect it and give it a raised look. The interior is now much darker, which can make your LED lighting stand out more and does improve the looks of the cases interior. When all is said and done there is nothing about the case that has been improved over the base model; as Benchmark Reviews rightfully points out, you are paying $30 for looks if you chose this case and there will be those that do.
"Razer, creator of all things peripheral, has finally released their hotly anticipated entry into the chassis market. This is the NZXT H440 – Designed by Razer. With a completely new appearance featuring a matte black exterior and interior, four black NZXT fans, a large tinted window, and plenty of LED lighting, this chassis will be sure to make every Razer fan's wish list, especially given that it retains the original H440 quality and simplicity."
Here are some more Cases & Cooling reviews from around the web:
- NZXT Source 340 Mid-Tower @ eTeknix
- NZXT S340 Case Review @ Hardware Secrets
- Quiet ATX Gamer, Fractal R5 Version @ Silent PC Review
- Reeven Ouranos RC-1401 Review @ OCC
- Enermax LIQMAX 120S @ techPowerUp
- Alpenföhn Brocken ECO @ eTeknix
- Reeven Okeanos RC-1402 Review @ OCC
- Noctua NH-D15 CPU Cooler Review @ Hardware Canucks
Revisiting an old favourite, Corsair's H60 is still going strong
Subject: Cases and Cooling | November 25, 2014 - 12:57 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: corsair, h60, AIO, water cooler
It is somewhat surprising to realize that the Corsair H60 has not been updated since 2013 and even more surprising that it remains relevant even after what equates to a huge slice of time in the component industry. It retails for $60 and is compatible with every modern AMD and Intel socket and thanks to its compact design it can fit in smaller systems that the competitions larger coolers cannot. The H60 now falls towards the middle of [H]ard|OCP's performance charts with larger coolers providing a better result but only in systems which they can fit into and also commanding a much higher price than the H60. It may no longer be at the top of the cooler rankings but when you look at the price to performance and flexibility the H60 remains a viable choice for those shopping for an aftermarket cooler.
"Today we are re-reviewing an older All-in-One CPU from Corsair that is surely a stalwart in the CPU cooling industry. The H60 AIO CPU cooler is a cost effective choice for those enthusiasts looking for a good solution at a good price. The redesigned H60 has been in the market place for 2 years now, which is saying something if it is still competitive."
Here are some more Cases & Cooling reviews from around the web:
- SilverStone Tundra TD02 AIO Liquid CPU Cooler Review @ NikKTech
- Comparison of Arctic Silver 5 vs. Arctic MX4 Thermal Paste @ Tech ARP
- IN WIN D-FRAME MINI Computer Case @ Benchmark Reviews
- Fractal Design Core 3300 Mid Tower Case Review @HiTech Legion
- Thermaltake Core V51 Mid-Tower @ Benchmark Reviews
- Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV Review @ OCC
- Fractal Design Define R5 Mid-Tower @ Benchmark Reviews
- Fractal Design Define R5 Mid-Tower @ eTeknix
- be quiet! Silent Base 800 Mid-Tower @ eTeknix
- Corsair Obsidian 250D @ techPowerUp
Introduction: Defining the Quiet Enclosure
The Define R5 is the direct successor to Fractal Design's R4 enclosure, and it arrives with the promise of a completely improved offering in the silent case market. Fractal Design has unveiled the case today, and we have the day-one review ready for you!
We've looked at a couple of budget cases recently from the Swedish enclosure maker, and though still affordable with an MSRP of $109.99 (a windowed version will also be available for $10 more) the Define R5 from Fractal Design looks like a premium part throughout. In keeping with the company's minimalist design aesthetic it features clean styling, and is a standard mid-tower form factor supporting boards from ATX down to mini-ITX. The R5 also offers considerable cooling flexibility with many mounting options for fans and radiators.
The Silent Treatment
One of two included 1000 RPM hydraulic-bearing GP-14 silent fans
There are always different needs to consider when picking an enclosure, from price to application. And with silent cases there is an obvious need to for superior sound-dampening properties, though airflow must be maintained to prevent cooking components as well. With today's review we'll examine the case inside and out and see how a complete build performs with temperature and noise testing.
Continue reading our review of the Fractal Design Define R5 enclosure!!
Introduction: Caged Beast
The D Frame Mini from In Win is a wild-looking, wildly expensive case that defies convention in many ways.
First of all, calling the In Win D Frame mini an enclosure is a bit of a stretch. The design is part open-air case, part roll cage. Of course open air cases are not a new concept, but this is certainly a striking implementation; a design almost more akin to a testbench in some ways. When installed the components will be more open to the air than otherwise, as only the sides of the frame are covered (with panels made of tempered glass).
The most noticeable design aspect of the D Frame mini are the welded tubes that make up the frame. The tubes are aluminum and resemble the frame of an aluminum bicycle, right down to the carefully welded joints. Around the perimeter of the frame are rather sizable soft plastic/rubber bumpers that protect the enclosure and help eliminate vibrations. Due to the design there is no specific orientation required for the enclosure, and it sits equally well in each direction.
There is support for 240mm radiators, virtually unlimited water cooling support given the mostly open design, and room for extra-long graphics cards and power supplies. The frame looks and feels like it could withstand just about anything, but it should probably be kept away from small children and pets given the ease with which fans and other components could be touched. And the D Frame mini is extremely expensive at $350. Actually, it's just kind of extreme in general!
Continue reading our review of the In Win D Frame mini enclosure!!
Corsair's Carbide Series Air 240, dual chambered to reduce heat and increase free space
Subject: Cases and Cooling | November 18, 2014 - 02:34 PM | Jeremy Hellstrom
Tagged: SFF, mini-itx, micro-atx, corsair, carbide series air 240
Corsair's new Air 240 is a decent choice for a high end Micro-ATX or Mini-ITX system as it is 15.6" x 10.2" x 12.6" (397 x 260 x 320 mm ) which is enough to squeeze in a larger sized GPU although not deep enough for most high end air coolers. A self contained LCS is not a bad idea as the case ships with three 120mm fans and can fit another three 120mm fans and a pair of 80mm fans for air coolers, or up to a 240mm radiator instead if that is your preference. The drive cages are all tool-less and strategically placed to give you more room for other components, it will be a tight squeeze for your hands while installing your system. The Tech Report were impressed with the case and while it did lack some extra features like a fan controller it is worth the impressively low price, currently $90.
Ryan did a video review of this case back in August if you want a more visual overview.
"The Carbide Series Air 240 is a small-form-factor case with an interesting dual-chamber design. We loaded it up with our Casewarmer system and took it for a spin."
Here are some more Cases & Cooling reviews from around the web:
- In Win D-Frame Mini - Mini-ITX @ [H]ard|OCP
- be quiet! Silent Base 800 @ techPowerUp
- be quiet! Silent Base 800 Chassis @ Kitguru
- Fractal Design Core 3300 Review @ OCC
- Elegance in Aluminum – Lian Li PC-A61 Chassis Review @ Techgage
- Phanteks Enthoo EVOLV @ Benchmark Reviews
- Aerocool Xpredator Cube Case @ Kitguru
- Antec P100 @ techPowerUp
- Deepcool Gamer Storm Maelstrom 120 @ techPowerUp
- Thermalright Macho Rev.B CPU Cooler Review @ NikKTech
- Xigmatek Gaia II CPU Cooler @ eTeknix
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Mars Fair Prospects: Rain Visits the Fair Grounds Track Again.; Small Rider Harvey the Star of the Day With Three Winning Mounts. [article]
Protest Against Charter: But Certificate of Chicago Washington Park Club Is Upheld.; Much Interest Being Displayed in Legislative Circles Over Restoring Racing in Illinois. [article]
Speedy Dr. Hickman: In Another Stellar Performance at Oriental Park; Failure of Lorena Marcellia and Assumption Hard Blow to Their Confident Backers. [article]
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Volunteer driver, others keep Flivver on road, helping seniors
Many drivers never master the art of parking. Jack Kearns of Forest Hills nailed the skill before it was legal for him to get behind the wheel."I started driving when I was 14," said Kearns, who turns 83 on Monday.He grew up in Wilkinsburg, where his father ran an Esso gas station and an adjacent parking lot for the now-defunct Pennsylvania Lincoln Hotel. There, Kearns parked cars for his dad after school.It was the 1940s, and business was slow. Gas and rubber were rationed, so the number of people driving was down. Kearns took advantage of his down time."I was stuck there, so I had the opportunity to study," says Kearns, who graduated 13th in his Wilkinsburg high school class of 440.He eventually earned a masters degree in engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and became a metallurgical engineer for Westinghouse, with expertise in atomic energy.But Kearns still keeps one foot on the pedal. He has been a volunteer driver for a decade for Flivver, Forest Hills' free minivan service for seniors and those with disabilities."I think if I weren't doing it, I would miss it," he said. "The people are so appreciative."Flivver has about 30 volunteer drivers, including Kearns. Riders phone the bus directly to make a reservation, and are often greeted by a cheerful driver who informs them, "It's a great day to ride the Flivver!" The vehicle picks them up at their doors.Flivver debuted in 1974 when borough council saw the need for convenient transportation for the area's growing elderly population. The borough purchased an old school bus with municipal money and a grant from Westinghouse Electric Corp. Originally, three women drove the bus and were paid, and passengers paid to ride.In 1975, council switched to volunteer drivers, and since 1983, the operation -- including vehicle insurance and the purchase of the minivan -- has been funded by private, noncorporate donations. It costs about $15,000 a year to run the service, said Don Newcomer, treasurer of the 12-member board that oversees Flivver through the nonprofit Forest Hills Community Service organization.Riders can donate at a box on the bus and others through an annual appeal now under way.The only government connection the vehicle has is a permanent parking spot at the borough building."Flivver" means an old junker. But the "junker" is now replaced every three years, and is equipped with an intercom and blue tooth technology.Flivver operates from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays, taking about 40 seniors and passengers with disabilities who are not confined to wheelchairs to and from destinations such as the bank, doctors' appointments, and the beauty shop, primarily in Forest Hills. Volunteers will make trips on Sunday to take riders to church, although Sunday is not a regularly scheduled service day.Flivver board chairman and Forest Hills police Officer Lenny Mesarchik noted that many riders' spouses are deceased, and their children don't live in the area."I've heard a lot of them say, 'We don't know what we'd do without this,' " Mesarchik said.Kearns said he has a personal appreciation for the service, having used it when he had hip surgery several years ago.As for his time at the controls, Kearns says he still enjoys it."You learn a lot of gossip," he added with a laugh. "I get the news before anybody else."
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BOYD, HENRY ALLEN (1876–1959). Henry Allen Boyd, the first black to hold a clerkship in the San Antonio post office, manager and cofounder of the Nashville Globe, was born in Grimes County, Texas, on April 15, 1876, one of nine children of Richard Henry (born Dick Gray) and Hattie (Moore) Boyd. His father, a former slave and Texas cowboy turned Baptist minister, inspired young Henry with an "aggressive concern for race achievement and personal initiative." Henry Allen Boyd began working in the San Antonio post office while still a teenager. He remained there until leaving Texas with his wife and daughter around 1896. The family settled in Nashville, Tennessee, where Boyd's father was secretary of the National Baptist Convention's Home Mission Board and had founded a publishing firm. Boyd joined his father in Nashville and began working for the National Baptist Publishing Board. He became an ordained Baptist minister in 1904. When the elder Boyd died in 1922, Henry carried on the work of the publishing facility.
An unsuccessful black boycott against the Nashville streetcars in 1905 inspired men such as Boyd to establish the Nashville Globe, the "only secular black newspaper" in the city. The editorial tone of the Globe combined "Booker T. Washington economic self-help philosophy, and an uncompromising sense of black pride." Boyd's concern with the progress of African Americans led to other business ventures. The National Baptist Church Supply Company manufactured and marketed church furniture from the publishing facility's physical plant. The National Negro Doll Company produced dolls with the plant's machinery. Boyd noted in the Globe, "When you see a Negro doll in the arms of a Negro child then you know that the child is being taught a lesson in race price and race development which will not result in race suicide."
Boyd's efforts resulted in the founding in 1911 of the Tennessee Agricultural and Industrial State Normal School with money from the Morrill Act. The Tennessee Normal, Agricultural, and Mechanical Association was formed to lobby for Tennessee A&I (now Tennessee State University) in Nashville. The school emphasized industrial education, although teacher training soon became a significant part of the program. Boyd's father founded the One Cent Savings Bank and Trust Company (now Citizens Savings Bank and Trust Company), the original black bank in Nashville. Boyd took over control of the institution upon his father's death, and from his position as chairman entered into a variety of business enterprises, including the purchase of stock in Jacksonville, Florida, real estate. He also bought stock in the Standard Life Insurance Company of Atlanta and the Supreme Liberty Life Insurance Company of Chicago, which he served as a director and director emeritus. After two major surgeries Boyd succumbed to pneumonia, on May 23, 1959, leaving behind a daughter, two sisters, and a brother. His funeral was held on June 3 in Mount Olive Baptist Church, Nashville; the burial followed at Greenwood Cemetery.
Lester C. Lamon, Black Tennesseans, 1900–1930 (Knoxville: University of Tennessee Press, 1977). Rayford W. Logan and Michael R. Winston, eds., Dictionary of American Negro Biography (New York: Norton, 1982).
The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this article.Peggy Hardman, "BOYD, HENRY ALLEN," Handbook of Texas Online (http://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/fbokz), accessed November 29, 2015. Uploaded on June 12, 2010. Published by the Texas State Historical Association.
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LAS CRUCES — Self-serve gas prices in Las Cruces are two cents lower than they were a week ago, says the New Mexico chapter of the American Automobile Association.
In its latest survey of gas prices, the average price for a gallon of unleaded in Las Cruces is $3.16. That's a dime cheaper than the going price in Albuquerque, and 14 cents less than gas in Santa Fe.
Las Cruces' average price trends with the statewide average, which is also two cents less from last week. Currently, the price for a gallon of regular unleaded in New Mexico is $3.33.
As of noon today, 41 retailers in Las Cruces were selling gas below the average price. Statewide, Las Cruces had 10 of 15 lowest prices, according to New Mexico Gas Prices.com.
Sam's Club, 2711 N. Telshor Boulevard, was selling regular at $2.99 a gallon, the lowest price in the state. Dylan's, 1900 N. Main St., was selling gas at $3.01 a gallon.
Across the U.S., drivers are now paying an average of $3.41 a gallon.
Gas prices have been declining as a result of several factors: the transition to winter-blend fuel, which is less expensive to produce; cheaper crude oil prices; lower demand for fuel; and economic concerns.
But a recent increase in crude prices has put upward pressure on retail gas prices. Also, recent optimistic economic news, including some positive signals in Washington D.C. regarding efforts to address the looming U.S. "fiscal cliff," have seen commodities prices rise, including gasoline.
A stronger economy would be expected to demand more gasoline which puts upward pressure on prices.
"As we move toward the end of the year we encourage drivers to continue to think about fuel efficiency," said Doug Shupe, AAA Texas/New Mexico spokesman. "Always make sure your car is maintained according to manufacturer recommendations."


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A woman accused of not taking action after learning that her 8-year-old son allegedly dumped bleach on two 6-week-old puppies has been ordered to not to have dogs or other domestic pets.
The 30-year-old Fond du Lac woman made her initial appearance in Fond du Lac County Circuit Court Monday morning. The Reporter is not naming the woman to avoid identifying the son, who is a juvenile.
The woman was charged with one felony count of mistreatment of animals and misdemeanor counts of intentionally giving poison to an animal, intentional abandonment of an animal, intentionally providing improper outdoor animal shelter from inclement weather and disorderly conduct relating to the male puppy.
She was also charged with two misdemeanor counts of mistreating animals and intentionally giving poison to an animal relating to the female puppy.
Judge Peter Grimm set a $2,500 signature bond and established the order about having pets. If convicted of the offenses, the woman faces up to eight years in prison.
District Attorney Eric Toney did not comment on the boy�s status because of his age.
According to a criminal complaint, the boy admitted pouring bleach on the puppies because he was mad at the male for biting his feet. A neighbor discovered the male three hours later in a kitchen garbage bag that was put in a Dumpster outside the Maplewood Commons apartment complex off Martin Road.
The woman initially told police she did not know where the puppy was, but later admitted that she knew her son poured bleach on the male and left it in the Dumpster, the complaint said.
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The controversy surrounding online universities has always centered on the benefit of classroom interaction, and whether or not distance learners are missing out on something vital. I may seem biased since I'm writing for Strayer University, but I really think that whatever disadvantages online courses had compared to traditional instruction have been swept away by better technology.
Strayer offers both online options and on-campus classes, and there are distinct advantages to both. Still, I think online classes come out on par, if not on top of traditional courses. Some of the differences are worth examining.
Adapting to Time-Shifted Learning
Time-shifted classes change the way that students interact with one another and with their instructors. As long as there's steady communication between teachers and students who need help, the fact that interactions aren't face-to-face doesn't change the quality of instruction. In fact, I'd argue that it allows students to get more personalized and considered feedback, to get more considered answers to their questions backed up with Web resources.
Of course, the time flexibility of online course offerings is a point in their favor; students are looking for courses that can adapt to their schedules and let them take advantage of every minute to study from anywhere.
Technological Literacy Issues
Until the last few years, I do think the technical aptitude was a barrier to less tech-savvy learners. But we've reached a critical point in our cultural adoption of technology, such that the portion of the population who would struggle with online learning tools is a rapidly shrinking minority.
The programs that have been used for online learning have evolved a lot recently, too, and the power of devices we use to access those programs have grown more powerful. The learning portals used by accredited online universities are much more reliable, intuitive and robust than even just four or five years back. So both the quality of the technology used by online courses, and the ability of students to use it, simply isn't a barrier for online education to see wide adoption.
Also, the ease-of-use for online learning systems like Strayer Mobile makes accessing course materials from anywhere a reality.
Time-shifted Courses Are Not as Immediate
When everyone is in class, asking questions, and the teacher is there to give an immediate answer, everyone gets to absorb that experience at the same time. Of course, there are drawbacks to that experience, too. Students are limited to a few hours a week of contact with the instructor, and maybe a little back and forth between teacher and student in between classes.
In online classes, students are able to shift the way they consume course materials and benefit from discussions and interactions recorded in class forums and discussion boards. While that doesn't have the spontaneity of live class sessions, it does enable more interaction on individual student terms, letting them ask questions when they actually occur to them.
I think the flexibility that online courses offer, both in scheduling and in communication through online tools outweighs the drawbacks of less classroom time. What really matters is that students are self-motivated and ready to take advantage of the convenience and portability of online course materials and learning options.
The Future of Education
As the world of online education continues to evolve, I don't doubt that more interactive tools will make their way into the online courses, and the line between the physical classroom and virtual spaces will continue to blur.
We're really reaching a watershed moment in the transformation of the education industry. And I think the benefits of online learning are going to be critical, not just in the way that students think about higher education, but in how we deliver knowledge to students of all ages, and even how we consume knowledge throughout our careers.


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Eudora High School Student Rebecca Dreifuss on Saturday at Ottawa qualified for State Speech Championships at the Frontier League Tournament.
She performed a Humorous Solo piece named "Miss Firecracker Contest" and took home the second place medal.
She is the third person on the forensics team to qualify for state, as Kyle Swanson and Hawley Montgomery also will attend the event and participate in Improvised Duet Acting.
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It's called the "Cow Calf College" and it's an annual event by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Farmers and Ranchers College. It brings agricultural and animal agricultural science and practice to the people, some of whom are losing touch with farming.
Event organizer Dewey Lienemann of UNL reflected on the situation:
"When I was growing up, everybody had a least a grandfather that lived on the farm, and that's not true today, so we've lost -- we've had a disconnect, I think, with agriculture."
To combat this "disconnect," UNL has deployed two mobile exhibits, the Mobile Beef Lab, featuring a live steer, and the Prescribed Burn Unit, capable of controlled field burns.
Dewey Lienemann foresees continuing growth in livestock production due to worldwide economic growth: "When you have a rise in India, China, and what we used to consider 'third world countries' as well...there's going to be even more demand...for proteins."
Nebraska Department of Agriculture employee Ross Baker says that
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September Events
- The American Vegan Society wants you to know about the following events, and invites you to attend.
1.September 10 2011, Franklin Township Community Day
2.September 18 2011, Vegetarian Society of South Jersey 25th Anniversary
3.September 24 2011 VegFest, Washington DC
1. Saturday September 10 2011(all day), Franklin Township's 19th Community Day at Janvier School, 1532 Pennsylvania Ave, Franklinville NJ 0832, in Gloucester County. Admission is free. Enjoy soccer, stage shows, crafts, displays, games, and fireworks. The Vegetarian Society of South Jersey's local group runs a vegan food booth (9am to 7pm) to meet the thousands who attend, and as a fund-raiser. Look for our green and yellow Vegetarian Neighbors banner. If you can join our team for part or all day, call Freya at 856-694-2887 or just show up. You'll have a great time! High school students may earn certificates for volunteer hours worked. (Rain date 9/11/11)
2. Sunday September 18 2011, 2pm to 7pm
Vegetarian Society of South Jersey Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with an International Vegan Food Festival, Speakers, and Vendors at Collingswood Community Center, 30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108 (near Patco train station)
Appetizer Reception, Door Prizes, Gift bags, Music, Gourmet Dinner.
Dr. Michael Greger (veganmd.org, nutritionfacts.org) is keynote speaker.
Nick Cooney (thehumaneleague.com), author Change of Heart will speak.
Cherron Perry-Thomas (dandelionbunch.com) presents raw food demo.
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Join the fun! Don't miss this party! Participation limited; reserve now.
$40 ($35 for VSSJ members) Get full details and register at www.vssj.com.
3. September 24 2011 11am to 6 pm DC VegFesta Free Outdoor Festival attended by thousands, organized by: Compassion Over Killing and the Vegetarian Society of D.C. at George Washington U, University Yard, 2000 block of H St., NW, Washington DC. Speakers, Cooking Demo,Exhibits. 20 Vegan Food Vendors: from Indian to Ethiopian to Pan-Asian to Middle Eastern to Soul Food, Baked Goods and Desserts, there's something for everyone. American Vegan Society has a prominent booth for selling books, and needs volunteers. Call Freya at 856-694-2887 ASAP if you can help. Event details at www.dcvegfest.com.
Friday September 12, 7:30pm
Presentation: "Reversal of Diabetes"
by Dietician Brenda Davis
Location: Marc and Judi Slavin
604 Jonathan Lane, Marlton, NJ
RSVP to judislavin@... or jadams127@...
Saturday September 13, 1pm
Long Bridge Park, Pavilion 3, Deacon Rd & Mt Holly Bypass (Rt 541), Hainesport, NJ 08036
Join VSSJ for our annual potluck picnic at this Burlington County park which is woodsy and has several miles of nice hiking trails. We'll have a covered pavilion, so this event is rain or shine.
*Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines below.
Members: $1; non-members: $3, $8 family (to cover pavilion reservation fee).
Be green: get $1 off ($3 family) if you bring reusable place settings!
RSVP or for more info: thevssj@...
or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).
Sunday September 14, 8:00-8:45am Registration,
8:45-9:00am Introduction
Fox EDU Center, 7 Carnegie Plaza
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Featuring nationally acclaimed and recognized authorities sharing cutting-edge insight to keep you healthy, vital and vibrant.
Speakers: Suzanne Somers, Dr. Mark Hyman, T. Colin Campbell, Dr. Allan Magaziner, Dr. Scott Greenberg, and Dr. Michael Smith
VSSJ will be tabling at this event.
See http://wellness2014.com for details and to register.
VSSJ DINNER at
Friday September 19, 7pm
501 N High St, Village on High, Millville, NJ 08332, http://wildflowervegan.com
Join VSSJ for a trip to this all-vegan restaurant in Millville's Glasstown Arts District on Millville's Third Friday - art exhibitions, live music, theatre, dining, and shopping.
RSVP by 9/17 to thevssj@... or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).
Wednesday September 24, 6pm
ShopRite of Washington Twp.
382 Egg Harbor Rd, Sewell, NJ 08080
Have you ever thought about going towards a vegetarian diet? Come to learn about the benefits of eating less animal products, meet long time vegetarians, and try delicious food. No animals harmed!
VSSJ will be participating in this event.
For more info: 856-405-5425 or Samantha.O'Toole@...
Friday September 26, 6:30pm, location TBD
Discussion of future events, opportunities to get involved, and more. Tell us what you want to see from the group. Open to all members.
To RSVP or for more info, please contact thevssj@... or Janet at 856-596-3269.
(Tentative) VSSJ/CJVG EARLY DINNER
at KAYA'S KITCHEN
Saturday September 27, 4pm
1000 Main St, Belmar NJ 07719 kayaskitchenbelmar.com
Join VSSJ and the Central Jersey Vegetarian Group (CJVG) for our annual fall trip to this shore favorite - an all-vegan restaurant with eclectic cuisine.
RSVP (required) by 9/25 to VSSJ: thevssj@... or 609-848-VEG1 (8341), or to CJVG: 908-281-6388
VEGAN POTLUCK/FREE SCREENING OF BETHANY'S STORY followed by a Q&A with film Producer and Certified Holistic Health Counselor
Janet McKee
Sunday, September 28, 1:00 pm
Monmouth University in *Wilson Hall Auditorium
400 Cedar Ave, W. Long Branch, NJ 07764
(*please note this special room location that is different from the usual room location). Parking is free and approved for Lot 11.
Please bring a Vegan dish to share with ingredient list and serving utensils, if you would like to participate. Also bring your own plates and utensils to help reduce waste and conserve resources.
Film trailer: http://vimeo.com/54347157
Other Goodies: At the event, there will be a raffle to potentially win a Vitamix blender! Plus, there will be copies of the film available for purchase.
RSVP: mcharris@...
*For all VSSJ Potlucks:
Each individual in your party (with the exception of children under 12) brings a vegetarian* dish to share that will feed at least 6 people (vegan** dishes preferred so that all types of vegetarians may enjoy the food), along with the recipe or a list of ingredients. Because of past issues with people not having enough to eat, please bring at least as much as your family is going to eat. VSSJ provides beverages, so please provide a food contribution. To promote recycling, VSSJ encourages you to bring your own plate, cup, and utensils if possible (we will have extra place settings). Due to safety issues, children under 12 must be under parental supervision at all times. Please make sure to check in at the door when you arrive.
* Vegetarian = No Meat, Fish, or Gelatin.
** Vegan = No Meat, Fish, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin, or Honey.
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Rady plans class on immunizations
MURRIETA Rady Children's Hospital San Diego will offer a free class about immunizations on Wednesday.
The class is offered as part of the free "Raising Healthy Kids — Together!" series, in which child health and wellness experts from Rady will cover and discuss topics from nutrition to behavioral issues. Classes were organized in response to a survey where parents were asked how Rady could help support parents and what resources parents would like to be available.
Online registration is requested at www.eventbrite.com/org/3679814645.
The class, led by Chris Abe, senior director of Rady's ancillary and support services, will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce, 25125 Madison Ave. For information, call (858) 966-7453 or (951) 600-1640.