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News from President Jessica Stumpf
Faculty Receives NEA Award of Excellence
College English Faculty Tours with Pretend the World Poems in April
Coon Rapids Campus Hosts Fine Arts Portfolio Show April 7
Science Night April 7
Big Brother/Big Sister Event on Campus
A "WOW" Panel Discussion on Innovation, April 13
Nursing Alumna/Author to Speak "Nurses: You Can Make A Difference," April 14
Hear National Speaker Address the Importance of Gratitude, April 14
Coon Rapids Campus Spring Play: Book of Days, April 15 to 23
Research RAMblings
Pause for Appreciation
Our very own Minnesota State College Student Association (MSCSA) Cabinet Member, David Corgan, was invited to speak at the U.S. Capitol on the Pell Grant. Well done, David!
To see the full article, click HERE.
Humanities Faculty member, Kirsten Dierking's article "From Whitehall Palace to Burger King: Teaching the Humanities," was chosen for the 2010 National Education Association (NEA) Excellence in the Academy Award in the Art of Teaching category.
For her work, Kirsten received $2,500 and a plaque commemorating the award which was presented to her at the 2011 NEA Higher Education Conference in Boston, Mass., March 25-27, 2011.
"The article was inspired by my students and their frequent comments about how their humanities education was profoundly meaningful to them," says Kirsten. "I was excited about the impact their learning was having on them and wanted to share ideas I felt were working well in the classroom."
More about the Art of Teaching Award
The Art of Teaching Award recognizes an article that illuminates one professor's approach to the complex and intangible dynamic that inspires students with a love of learning or an article that offers practical approaches to improving teaching and
Humanities Faculty member, Kirsten Dierking (left) accepts the 2010 National Education Association Excellence in the Academy Award in the Art of Teaching for her article, "From Whitehall Palace to Burger King: Teaching the Humanities" in Boston, Mass. March 26.
Coon Rapids Campus English Faculty member, Kathryn Kysar is touring with her book of poetry, Pretend the World, throughout the month of April.
Here is the schedule of her free reading events.
Monday, April 4 , 7 to 7:45 p.m., Hamline Midway Library (1558 W. Minnehaha Ave, St. Paul, Minn.) with musical guest Sean Egan on improvisational jazz clarinet. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the reading.
Thursday, April 14 , 7 to 8 p.m., Micawber's Books (2238 Carter Ave, Saint Paul, Minn.) with prose writer Sarah Stonich, author of Shelter. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the reading.
Thursday, April 21 , 7 to 8 p.m., Birch Bark Books (2115 W 21st, Minneapolis, Minn.) with poet and special guest Heid Erdrich. Dinner will be available for purchase in the Kenwood Cafe prior to the reading (6 to 7 p.m.).
If you get a chance, stop by one or more of the readings!
Coon Rapids Campus students graduating with an associate in fine arts (AFA) in Art degree this spring will exhibit their final portfolios, April 6 - 29. The Opening Reception is set for Thursday, April 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Great River Gallery. Refreshment will be served at the opening event.
The exhibit will feature the best works by the following student-artists:
"This wide-ranging exhibit in approach, process and themes offers a strong mix between two-dimensional and three-dimensional work," says Art Faculty member, Anthony Marchetti. "It will also be the Art Department's largest graduate show to date with 15 graduates, nearly double the number of students in past years."
The Portfolio Exhibition, April 6 - 29, will include the work of 15 associate in fine arts in Art (AFA) students graduating this spring. Shown here is "Lidded Jar" by Jennifer Diedrich. Everyone is invited to view the exhibit and to attend the Opening Reception, Thursday, April 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Campus Great River Gallery.
Coon Rapids Campus students have organized a free, exciting:
Science NightThursday, April 71 to 8:30 p.m.Coon Rapids Campus Gymnasium
The public is invited to the free event.
The event will feature chemistry magic performances, a nocturnal animal display, a maze-solving robot, constellations from around the world and much more, including the ExploraDome, a portable, 25-foot diameter dome that people enter to experience hands-on, minds-on learning. The system is the first portable dome in the world built around the dynamic scaling software known as Uniview.
"This is a great opportunity for families, kids, adults, basically everyone," says Anoka-Ramsey student and event organizer, David Corgan. "High-minded science or hands-on discovery, visitors can make the decision. The shows will be tailored to the audiences. I hope people will make an effort to attend."
Have you been looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you enjoy being with children, engaging in fun events and building lifelong friendships? If the answer to any of these questions is "yes," then becoming a Big Brother/Big Sister (BBBS) may be just the service opportunity you have been looking for!
The organization began in 1904 and has been dedicated to bringing caring role models into the lives of children ever since. The need for "Big's" is especially high in Anoka County, with more than 80 children currently waiting for a match.
In order to help satisfy the high demand, Anoka-Ramsey Community College will be hosting:
BBBS presentation with Representative Mike MarcotteTuesday, April 122 to 3 p.m. Coon Rapids Campus Legacy Room
During the presentation you will receive information on the history and mission of BBBS, how to become involved with the program, and available options for mentoring. You will also have a chance at the end of the presentation to ask any questions you may have.
If you have any further questions, please contact Elizabeth Braley (x1812) or Jan Pomeroy (x1468). Please come out and support this great cause! Bring a friend too! We look forward to seeing you there and working together to bring a positive influence to the lives of Anoka County children!
Wednesday, April 13, 6 to 8 p.m.
The panel discussion will focus on innovation from varied perspectives including culture, technology, manufacturing, government and business.
By RSVP only, as space is limited. This is a free event for students, employees, alumni and the greater community.
Include name, address, email, and student/employee/community member to Michael Wall at firstname.lastname@example.com, 763-433-1597, in CRC L200 and CC F215
Alumni Relations is pleased to welcome:
Alumna, RN and author Janet IzzoLunch presentation entitled: Nurses: You Can Make a Difference Thursday, April 1411:30 a.m.Free event. Lunch included.
Izzo's book, Hotel Hennepin, is a well-received collection of stories and advice from her career in nursing within the walls of a large county hospital.
By RSVP only. Please RSVP to Michael Wall, 763-433-1597 or Rm. L200 (Coon Rapids Campus) or Rm. F215 (Cambridge Campus). Include name, address, email and student/employee/community member.
Cambridge Campus student organization, Hearts Ablaze, is hosting:
National consultant and coach, Steve Hegele"In Times of Trial, Be Grateful"Thursday, April 144 p.m.Cambridge Campus
The event is free and the public is invited to hear his motivational story.
Hegele has been a frequent visitor to college Faculty member, Jennifer Liberty-Clark's General Psychology class for more than a year, and she recommended him to the student organization for several reasons.
"Steve Hegele is a father of four who lost his wife to breast cancer in May 2010 at the age of 42," says Jennifer. "He has every reason to feel like life has handed him a bad situation, yet he sees tremendous opportunity for his future and the future of his family and his business. Come hear a truly dramatic story about disease, loss, struggle and ultimately the reenergizing and recommitment of a family to each other, their faith and the community. You will be inspired and have a clearer sense of what life is calling you to do and be."
Hegele is a much-sought after public speaker and the founder and CEO of Hegele Academy, a business built on the principles of communication, relationships, energy, commitment and the execution of knowledge. His organization has a diverse client base across the U.S., he also speaks nationally.
"People spend most of their lives attempting to avoid and minimize difficult times," says Hegele. "Often we look at the misfortune of other people as it relates to health, money and relationship problems and think that's too bad for them. If the situation involves serious life and death circumstances, we might consider it devastating or tragic. The fact is that tough times and difficult situations allow, or in some cases force, people to become more than they ever thought they could become under normal circumstances. Scripture states: in times of trial, be grateful, it is Gods way of making us complete."
The play, Book of Days, will appear on the Coon Rapids Campus Performing Arts Center, April 15, 16, 22 and 23, 7:30 p.m. and April 17, 2 p.m.
Book of Days is an edge-of-your-seat mystery that follows Ruth Hoch's quest to find truth and honesty amid small-town jealousies, greed and lies after murder roars through.
The "St. Louis Post-Dispatch" calls Book of Days, "An intriguing, prismatic and thoroughly engrossing depiction of contemporary small-town life with a murder mystery at its core…a splendid evening of theater…"
A review in "Variety" claims the play to be "a densely populated, unpredictable little world [filled with] intriguing characters who touch each other's lives through an elaborate series of connections."
About the Anoka-Ramsey production, Faculty-Director, Lisa Weaver says, "This is truly an ensemble process. This play requires all the actors to be continuously onstage, moving in and out of their scenes and providing background to other scenes. We are all working together to create something quite unique and we look forward to sharing our work with the audience!"
Students and staff are eligible for two free tickets, available at the bookstore.
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Thanks to Jeff Janas for organizing the career fair "Get Noticed. Get Hired!" on both campuses. With help from Kacey Gregerson, Liz Kalinowski, Michael Wall and faculty and staff who volunteered, more than 100 students participated in the hiring skills fair. Thanks for your help transitioning our students into the world of work!
-Nora Morris
Thanks to Mary Jacobson for her efforts in helping promote The Taste of Isanti, Thursday, March 31…and to all of the faculty, staff and foundation people who showed up! It was really fun to see so many community members out in our neck of the woods and to have college representatives visibly involved. The food was delicious, and who knew how tasty blueberry wine could be?
Also, thanks to Isabelle Schmidt and all of the Anoka-Ramsey Community College Counseling and Advising staff for bringing "Get Noticed/ Get Hired" to the Cambridge Campus. What a great idea in discouraging times.
-Bonnie Boese
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News from President Jessica Stumpf
Nursing Program Accredited Through 2016
Mark Lambert Receives Grant from Minnesota State Arts Board
Two Students Named All-Minnesota Top Scholars
Wellness Works! Health Challenge Results in Lbs. Lost, $$ Gain
Counseling Services
College Hour, April 13
April is National Poetry Month
Summer Employee Work Hours
College of Choice for Faculty & Staff
Academic Affairs & Standards Council Agenda
Academic Affairs & Standards Council Minutes
Three semifinalists named for presidency of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College
The names of three semifinalists for president of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College have been submitted to James H. McCormick, chancellor of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The semifinalists are Ron Erickson, Alex Kajstura and Constance Mierendorf.
More details can be found HERE. Follow up information will be announced next week.
You are invited to attend the grand opening of the Coon Rapids Visual Art Center, Thursday, April 21, 4 to 8 p.m. to view the new 28,976 square-foot building through self-guided tours while art faculty and students offer live demonstrations in the glassblowing, photography and ceramics studios.
Located along the scenic Mississippi National River Recreation Area, this facility gracefully extends the campus footprint in a way that maximizes daylight, minimizes site disruption and provides stunning river views from many of the studios and dramatic gallery spaces. The design, inspired by industrial architecture–with exposed steel structure and mechanical systems, concrete floors and large expanses of glass–provides a minimalist backdrop for the studio and gallery space.
Grand Opening Celebration
Open House: 4 to 8 p.m.; Ceremony 7 p.m.
The public is invited to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Visual Arts Center (study area shown) at the Coon Rapids Campus, Thursday, April 21, 4 to 8 p.m.
The new Visual Arts Center offers view of the Mississippi River.
Arts students work in the true lighting in one of the painting studios in the new Visual Arts Center. The center also includes glassblowing, photography and ceramics studios as well as computer labs and study areas.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College associate of science degree in Nursing Program is unconditionally accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) for achievement of quality and excellence in nursing education.
This accreditation is valid until spring 2016.
The faculty and staff involved in this accreditation journey should be very proud of their accomplishments! Special thank you to Sandra Kohler and Natasha Baer who worked very hard on the follow-up report to the NLNAC this past fall, and to Sandra Kohler for travelling to Atlanta this spring for the Evaluation Review Panel deliberations.
Thank you to all of you for your commitment to excellence in nursing education.
The Minnesota State Arts Board has awarded Anoka-Ramsey a grant for $64,829.
A project of Art Faculty member, Mark Lambert, "Minnesota Potters: Sharing the Fire," will explore, promote and honor Minnesota ceramic artists, their tradition of mentorship and the ways they pass on their skills to new generations.
The project will highlight four pairs of Minnesota artists who have trained and worked together. The featured artists will be interviewed and filmed at work in their studios, and the footage developed into a documentary movie.
The documentary will premiere at the opening reception at the Northern Clay Center in April 2012, accompanied by gallery talks by artists and an exhibition of their work.
Other activities leading up to the documentary premiere and exhibition will include workshops at Anoka-Ramsey and Normandale Community Colleges and a "preview night" featuring a lecture by contemporary art critic Janet Koplos.
Congratulations to Mark! The college community looks forward to these exciting learning activities.
If you have an idea for a grant-funded project or have questions, contact Rosie Mortenson (ext. 1382).
Also, you can visit the grants home page.
There you will see that the primary functions of the grants office are:
A celebration recognizing Anoka-Ramsey Community College students Alison Moen, from the chapter Alpha Delta Alpha, and Jeanne Wigant, from the chapter Alpha Delta Upsilon, and 45 other students from two-year institutions across Minnesota named to the All-Minnesota State Academic Team was held March 25 at the Royal Cliff Banquet in Eagan, Minn.
More than 200 people including students, college faculty and staff from higher education institutions from around the State and higher education dignitaries attended the recognition event.
"I was honored to see Alison and Jeanne celebrate this wonderful accomplishment with their family and friends." says Anoka-Ramsey Phi Theta Kappa Advisor, Robert Cancino. "Watching students meet and even exceed their own goals at Anoka-Ramsey is one of the best aspects of my job."
Alison is a resident of Wyoming, Minn. She is completing an associate's degree with a 4.0 grade point average at Anoka-Ramsey and plans to transfer to Hamline University in St. Paul, Minn. to study criminal justice.
Jeanne was recently accepted to the College of Biological Sciences at the University of Minnesota and plans to major in genetics and cell development. After completing a bachelor's degree, she intends to attend medical school and earn doctor of medicine and doctor of philosophy degrees simultaneously and ultimately become a medical research physician or a cosmetic surgeon.
To be nominated to the All-Minnesota Academic Team, a student must be enrolled at a Minnesota two-year college through December 2010, have completed at least 12 semester credits and have a grade point average of at least 3.5 at a Minnesota two-year college. Nominees were selected based on biographical information, letters of recommendation, academic performance, demonstration of leadership and campus and community service involvement.
The 2011 All-USA team members will be announced April 8, 2011 at the American Association of Community Colleges convention in Seattle, WA. Students selected for the All-USA academic team receive stipends or plaques.
What happens when you combine six men, a wager and a weight loss goal? Well, in the case of Anoka-Ramsey employees Dave Alto, Robert Cancino, Al Mamaril, Thom Nordin, Ryan Olson and Simon Whitney, it means a collective loss of 106 pounds, and $66 in your pocket.
Starting back in November 2011, the group made an arrangement: pay $5 to begin and weigh in every Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. As long as you show up and lose any amount of weight from the previous week, you didn't have to pay. Missed a weigh-in, maintain or gain weight though, you had to pony-up $1 to the pot.
During the 17 weeks of the competition, Thom tracked each man's progress on an Excel spreadsheet using the printout from the electronic scale in the small gymnasium to calculate weight, body mass index (BMI), percentage of body fat, fat mass and muscle (fat-free). Slowly each week, the money in the pot accumulated.
"I am not that competitive of a person, but it helped me progress knowing that the winner was going to get my money if I had to pay in for the week," says Thom. "We were supportive of each other, not that we sat down and discussed our feelings about it but we did congratulate each other each week when weight loss was the result."
The last weight-in was March 8. [DRUM ROLL PLEASE] And with a total weight-loss of 43 pounds, Dave Alto emerged as the grand champion.
"The guys did a great job," says Dave. "The competition and money were great motivators in helping each of us lose weight and get healthier."
"Dave was a machine!" Thom elaborates. "It all started with him casually asking if we were interested in starting a challenge because he wanted to drop a few pounds. As we found out, he is very competitive. By the third week we all knew he meant business."
"I think he set us up," Thom adds with a grin. "But it doesn't matter because we all benefitted from it, and he took us all out to lunch with his winnings."
If you too want to benefit from healthy choices, Anoka-Ramsey Community College's Wellness Works program offers events, workshops and incentives to assistant you. Visit www.AnokaRamsey.edu/en/employeehome/WellnessWorks.aspx for more details.
As we continue toward the end of the spring semester the Counseling Department would like to take this opportunity to extend our services to you and your students.
During the final weeks of the term you may encounter students who are experiencing personal situations that are negatively impacting their success in college. It may stem from the illness and/or death of loved one, relationships problems with parents or significant others, an issue with chemical use/abuse, or one of the many other challenges our students encounter. Please know that we are here to help.
Students can call 763-433-1240 to set up a convenient time for an individual appointment. They can also come to the Information Desk in the upper level of the College Services Building and set up a time to meet with John Hennen, Nancy Elk or MaryAnn Larios. Or, if the situation feels more urgent to you, you may choose to walk the student over and let the Information Desk staff know that they need to be seen immediately by a counselor and one of us will be contacted. If you bring a student over, please have them sit in the area behind the Information Desk and then privately discuss your request with a staff person.
We also wanted to let you know that we have developed a new Web page that describe our services in greater detail and also has a list of websites for students to get information on a variety of Mental Wellness topics.
Please let us know if we can assist in any way.
The Wednesday, April 13 College Hour will be one focused on service. We hope you can find time in your schedule to be a part of this community event. There will be few ways that you may participate.
Have some extra books lying around?
Text books needed for Books for Africa. Here you will find a list of types of book's that fill the organization's needs.
Books will be picked up either outside your office or in departmental offices. Pick up begins at 2 p.m.
Full of energy?
A dozen cart pushers are needed 2 to 3 p.m. The Student Senate is teaming up on the project and adding more muscle to this effort. Students faculty, staff and administrators will team together to transport books to the loading dock for transport. If you need a little exercise before spring arrive, this might be a good way to start! Contact Blayn Lemke if this is your cup of tea.
Have a bad back and don't read?
Attend the April 13 College Hour featuring a representative from Books for Africa. Sara Schwebert will discuss the organization's mission and answer questions.
Please stop by the Library to view the display of poetry books for National Poetry Month. You'll see books by American poets of diverse cultures over the last 150+ years. Other resources for exploring poems can be found on the web in the comfort of your laptop. Here are a few Web sites to discover.
April 14 is Poem in Your Pocket Day, an opportunity to carry a poem with you to read as needed to co-workers, friends, or family members.
The display acknowledging National Poetry Month is a collaboration between the faculty in the Library and the Reading Department.
April is an excellent month to rediscover poetry as you welcome spring.
I am once again pleased to announce that Anoka-Ramsey is adjusting work schedules and office hours for the college for the period May 11 through August 16, 2011.
Anoka-Ramsey non-faculty employee summer "work" hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Friday at both campuses.
The following will apply:
All full-time staff members, except faculty, are expected to work the summer schedule work hours.
If you have any questions, please direct them to your supervisor and/or Dean.
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Faculty Development Fund Approvals
Staff Development Fund Approvals
Wellness Fund Approvals
Thank you to Lisa Lentner, Penny Rivard Sherman, Shawn Johnson and Tabitha Elstad for their hard work and dedication in implementing the Physical Therapy student clinic this semester. There were approximately 10 students and faculty who were able to benefit from the services offered this spring. This could not have been possible without the time and effort put forth by the PTA faculty and staff!
-Natasha Baer
On Tuesday, April 5, 5:20 p.m., Anoka-Ramsey's entire phone system crashed. Tim Zondlo was on campus until after midnight to get the system back up and running smoothly. I'd like to thank Tim for going that extra and essential mile on our behalf.
-Kim Lynch
April 15, 2011 AGENDA
March 25, 2011 MINUTES
You Are Invited to the Presentation of 2011-12 Interim President
Two Faculty Members in Keillor Anthology
Successful Drive for Books for Africa
April Wellness Works Workshop: Qigong
Great Earth Day Events at Cambridge Campus, April 20-23
Approval Required for Large Print Jobs in Central Services
Official Announcements
Faculty Shared Governance Council Agenda
The end of spring semester is fast approaching. The college is buzzing with energy and events. There are numerous campus organization events, award ceremonies, athletic events and faculty/staff celebrations. Please take some time to review the events calendar on the college homepage to stay up to date. Just a reminder of a few of the activities coming up on campus:
Cambridge Campus Open House – April 19
Visual Arts Center Grand Opening – April 21
Coon Rapids Campus Open House – April 21
Coon Rapids Campus Spring Picnic – April 27
Cambridge Campus Spring Picnic – May 3
Retirement Celebrations – May 5, 6 and 12
Graduation Commencement – May 13
The Budget Committee meeting minutes are available on the 'N' drive. Everyone is encouraged to look at these minutes to better understand the issues and the direction that the committee is recommended. Minutes can be found HERE.
In anticipation of approval by the Minnesota State Colleges and universities Board of Trustees, and on behalf of the Board of Trustees and Chancellor James H. McCormick, you are invited to the presentation of Jessica M. Stumpf, Interim President - Designate of Anoka Technical College and Anoka-Ramsey Community College.
Thursday, April 21, 2011.8 a.m. Anoka Technical College, Auditorium B9:30 a.m. Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids Campus Legacy Rm11:30 a.m. Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Cambridge Campus Rm G201
Humanities Faculty member, Kirsten Dierking and English Faculty member, Kathryn Kysar have poems in Garrison Keillor's new anthology Good Poems, American Places, a compilations of poetry that has been heard on "A Writer's Almanac."
"The Ordinary" by Kirsten was originally published in her book Northern Oracle and "Escape from Paradise, Iowa" by Kathryn first appeared in her book Dark Lake.
Congratulations to two talented writers!
As a part of College Hour and promoted by the faculty development team the Books for Africa drive brought faculty, staff and students together to serve the greater community. Dozens of faculty and staff donated nearly 300 books to the program.
Joyce Traczyk, Drew Mattson, John Hennen and I joined students in the collection.
A special THANK YOU to maintenance and bookstore staff for providing packing boxes and transportation for the books from the Coon Rapids Campus to the Books for Africa St. Paul delivery center.
As part of the collection event, Sara Schweber, a representative from Books for Africa came to the college and talked about the organization during college hour.
Students involved included:
For more information about Books for Africa, click HERE.
"Books for Africa is a simple idea, but its impact is transformative. For us, literacy is quite simply the bridge from misery to hope." — Kofi Annan, former U.N. Secretary-General
Feel Your Qi, featuring Barb Palmer
Cambridge Campus Coon Rapids CampusTuesday, April 19 Thursday, April 21noon to 1 p.m., G201 noon to 1 p.m., Mississippi Room
Qigong is a simple, easy to learn method that combines breathing, gentle movements, mind/visualization and sound. It can help you relieve pain, stress, anxiety, depression and many other issues. In this introduction you will learn the four elements of qigong, several active exercises and tips to help you balance your energy. Qigong is a form of meditation exercises that help you increase your self-awareness, build internal energy, open your energy channels and balance yourself physically, mentally and spiritually.
Barb Palmer loves helping others empower themselves using Spring Forest Qigong techniques, so they may experience balance, joy and health. She teaches qigong at Anoka-Ramsey. Barb volunteers at Pathways, a nonprofit Health Crisis Resource Center in Minneapolis where she teaches and leads practice groups.
Cambridge Campus is hosting a series of free, public events in recognition of Earth Day, April 22.
Documentary Screening: Tapped
Wednesday, April 20, 201111:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5p.m.Student Cafeteria Lounge
Tapped is a 2009 documentary by Stephanie Soechtig that examines the role of the bottled water industry and its effects on health, climate change, pollution, U.S. reliance on oil and water as a commodity.
Documentary Screening: The 11th Hour
Thursday, April 214 to 6 p.m.Student Cafeteria Lounge
The 11th Hour is a 2007 documentary created, produced and narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, with contributions from more than 50 politicians, scientists, and environmental activists, that examines global warming, deforestation, mass species extinction, and depletion of the oceans' habitats are all addressed. The film also proposes potential solutions to these problems through restorative action.
Climate Change Panel Discussion: Question the Science
Thursday April 21, 20116:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Panel Presentation (Doors open at 6 p.m.)7:30 to 9 p.m.: Audience QuestionsCharles and Juanita Peterson Community Room (Rm. G202)
Join Dr. John Abraham, Professor of Thermal Sciences, St. Thomas University, and Dr. Kevin Theissen, Professor of Geology, St. Thomas University for the opportunity to ask experts the tough questions about the science of climate change.
Sponsored by the Cambridge Campus E-Club.
Earth-Friendly Fair
Saturday April 23, 20119 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine!Lower level and Olson Patio
Join the community to visit Earth-friendly entrepreneurs and displays as well as:
Sponsored by the Cambridge Campus E-Club and Isanti County Environmental Coalition.
Due to imperfect color matching between the software in which a document is created and the final print version, Central Services has had to scrap large print runs because the quality is deemed unsatisfactory. Additional waste results when a typo or other problem is discovered after the completion of a large print run.
To help avoid these issues and costly re-runs, Central Services has initiated a new step on the Web ticket page.
Print requests for 100 or more colored copies, now require that the person requesting the job approve a paper proof before the entire job is printed.
This could add an additional day or two to the completion date of some jobs.
Thank you, in advance, for helping Anoka-Ramsey be good stewards of college resources and our natural environment.
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Thank you to all who assisted with our National Association of Schools of Music accreditation evaluation April 11 and 12. Our two visitors from the Commission for Music Accreditation interacted with so many of you directly or indirectly and your support is crucial to this process. Special thanks goes to Jessie [Stumpf], Mike [Seymour], Dee Dee [Peaslee] and Dana [Irgens] from administration, Gina [Pancerella-Willis] and Al [Mamaril] from library, Bryan [Vickstrom] and Nora [Morris] from Institutional Research, Skip Robinson and Sue Groves from Information Technology, Sheila Provost and Central Services staff, Rhonda Kern, Mary Jacobson, Dawn Bushman, Mirela Gluhic, Laurie Lopez, Ed Wilberg, music faculty and staff. Finally, our music majors attended and participated in an hour-long breakfast roundtable discussion with the evaluators and presented a 45-minute recital – again going above and beyond on behalf of the college.
We are very proud of our students, faculty and degree program and all shined brightly these two days!
-Melissa Bergstrom
Hello, Everyone!
Our Open House April 5 at Murzyn Hall for the Young Artists' and Authors' Showcase was another successful event thanks to all the wonderful folks who were so willing to assist with this special project.
We especially appreciate the time, effort, interest and expertise of the Anoka-Ramsey faculty members who were so very helpful with the round of final judging of the Young Authors' essays and poetry.
The students whose work won recognition were invited to read their essay or poem at the mike at the Open House. Three of them did so; the first place winner was too shy to read her essay, but they were all very excited to receive the honor and attention and cash prizes!
The volunteer judges for the art work said that their job gets harder every year because the entries display great talent and creativity. We were delighted to hear that all the judges were willing to assist again next year!
I will arrange to send the first place winner's artwork and all four of the top choices for the Authors' entries to the Sister Cities, International, headquarters in Washington, DC. Our SCI group pays for the entry fees for all of them, plus the packaging and shipping costs via UPS for the artwork.
There will be another round of judging there to determine the national winners from all the entries received from Sister Cities all over the U.S.
This was our fifth Showcase for Artists and second Showcase for Authors. We had a nice turnout of attendees. Much credit and appreciation goes to Liz Bray of the Columbia Heights Park and Recreation Department.
She works very hard with this project, as our members do too, because it is so very important to encourage our students as they develop their talents and abilities.
THANK YOU / DZIEKUJE / GRACIAS / GRAZIE - etc., etc.
-Dolores Strand, Co-Chair
Decisions based upon discussions at the March 28, 2011 FSGC Meeting:
Faculty Shared Governance Council Agenda Monday, April 25, 20112 to 4 p.m.
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Reminder of Retirement Celebrations
Documentary Screening of "I'm Not Black, I'm Coloured."
Science Express Coming to Anoka-Ramsey in May
Pause for Appreciations
Students, prospective students, community members, and college employees celebrated the Grand Opening of the Visual Arts Center at the Coon Rapids Campus, April 21. Attendees moved through the various spaces to view demonstrations and enjoy the student and faculty art work. The ceremony focused on appreciating those who made the 29,000 square foot facility a reality, including Mike Seymour, Pat Johns, Roger Freeman, Bob Toensing, Dana Irgens and many more. Thank you to those who worked so hard to make this event a reality.
Music students performed for the crowd.
An art student spoke of the amazing difference between learning in the old facility compared to the new.
The various hors d'oeuvres provided by Taher, were excellent!
Liz NistWednesday,May 4, 6 to 8 p.m. Coon Rapids Campus, Great River Gallery
Evelyn Gedde, Cindy Nutter, Phil O'Donnell and Patty Wheeler-AndrewsThursday, May 5, 2 to 4 p.m. Coon Rapids Campus, Legacy Room
Bill GelleFriday, May 6, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Coon Rapids Campus, SC270
Gerald Gelle and Charlie LancrainThursday, May 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Cambridge Campus, G Lobby
The deadline to donate towards the retiree gifts is Friday, April 29, noon. The list of retirees and the donation locations on the Cambridge/Coon Rapids campuses are listed below:
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In the wake of one of the greatest failed social experiments in the history of mankind, 'I'm not Black, I'm Coloured' is one of the first documentary films to look at the legacy of Apartheid from the viewpoint of the Cape Coloured.This film was directed by Kiersten Chace. She will be screening a new version of the film and bringing a special guest Lesley Ann Brandt. Please feel free to bring your class, send students for extra credit, come by on a break. We need your audience support. Refreshments will be provided with this educational event.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m.Location: Coon RapidsRoom: Legacy Room
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Anoka-Ramsey Community College is partnering with St. Cloud State University to offer the Science Express Mobile Science Lab to our local community partners and constituents. The Science Express was launched in the fall of 2009 to bring hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to K-12 students at schools throughout central Minnesota. To date, the 53-foot long mobile laboratory has served nearly 14,000 students at 29 schools providing hands-on, inquiry-based activities to inspire Minnesota's next generation.
Please join us for some interactive hands-on activities in order to help promote our science programs. You can visit the science express on any of the days below:
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The fastest growing racial/ethnic group in Minnesota between 2000 and 2010 was Hispanic or Latino which grew by 75% to 4.7% of the population?
The population in Anoka county grew 11% between 2000 and 2010. During the same time period the population in Isanti county grew by 20.9%?
Chuck [Cole] is always making sure that the Professional Training is cleaned and ready to go for the day's classes. Chuck has strong communication skills, prompt response and pleasant to be around. Thanks Chuck
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Thanks to all who helped with the Open House last evening! A special thanks to maintenance for all the set-ups and take downs!
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Thank you on behalf of the Admission Staff for a wonderful Open House last night!
We estimate that just over 150 people attended. A big thanks to those who helped made the event possible by taking time from busy schedules. These events are great opportunities to interact with the community we serve. Mark your calendars now for the Fall Open House on Thursday, October 20!
Beyond our deans, faculty, and staff who were a phenomenal asset to the Open House, we want to give a BIG thank you to facilities and Taher staff for all of their behind the scenes work that make our events successful!
Congrats to everyone on a successful Open House and thank you again for participating!
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Thank you to those who were able to make the immigration discussion Thursday, April 21. It was absolutely fascinating, disturbing and inspirational all in the same breath! My students were very engaged and interested in Salima's presentation, and they had many questions that she graciously answered in detail.
I certainly hope to have Salima back next semester to speak to Anoka-Ramey faculty, staff and students! I also wanted to acknowledge Marcellus Davis' hand in making this possible. After I discussed this idea with him a few months ago, Marcellus connected me with Salima and did the legwork to get her here. So, thank you so much, Marcellus! I feel so fortunate to work in a place where endeavors like these are possible.
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Classic fall flavors of pumpkin and pecans make this from-scratch bread perfect for the season. It's delicious when still warm from the oven, but it makes for a nice gift, too. Connie Thomas — Jensen, Utah
- 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
- 1-1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk
- 4 egg whites
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3-1/3 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, sugar, milk, egg whites, oil and applesauce until well blended. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, allspice and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in pecans.
- Transfer to two 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Yield: 2 loaves (16 slices each).
Originally published as Pumpkin Nut Bread in Healthy Cooking October/November 2009, p41
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"Easy and very moist. I took it to work and it was gone in a flash! The house smelled so good while it was baking."
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"This is not "low sodium" as claimed--the baking soda, powder,& salt equal 212.5 gms per slice, not counting any sodium from other ingredients. Be careful!"
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"This bread was excellent, very moist and tasty. I did add 1/2 cup of raisins and also used 1/2 cup of Spenda for Baking and 1/2 cup of sugar. I definately will make it again."
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A physically-imposing and versatile lineman who has had a solid grasp on the depth chart for the past two seasons, both on the offensive unit and various special teams squads ... Completed spring drills listed as a reserve alongside Tre Robertson at the right guard position behind returning starter Will Simmons ... Can also play tackle as evidenced by a start at that location during redshirt freshman campaign and, additionally, has taken a considerable amount of reps at center during his career ... Has benefitted from strength program, adding over 30 pounds from 285-pound signing day weight in 2010 ... Lifts of note during spring strength testing include a 620-pound back squat, which marked a 60-pound improvement in a 12-month period and a 345-pound bench press.
2012: Played in 12 of 13 games as a reserve guard on the offensive unit and as a special teams member ... Played top protection role on ECU's field goal and PAT squads for a second-straight campaign ... Contributed to a perfect 50-of-50 extra-point performance by kicker Warren Harvey and a block-free overall campaign for all Pirate specialists.
2011: Appeared in the final seven games of the year and made one start, at right tackle against UTEP, during initial campaign on East Carolina's active roster ... Earned a place on the Pirates' kicking nits before being bumped up to starting role due to injuries along the line ... Got off to a slow start initially after suffering a left knee injury during the early stages of preseason camp (Aug. 11) ... Part of an offensive line unit that helped ECU to a No. 20 national ranking in passing offense (286.1 yards per game) as well as standing second in Conference USA in passing offense and fifth in total offense (395.2 yards per game) ... Provided protection for Pirate quarterbacks to throw for more than 300 yards in six of the last 10 games ... Aerial attack ended the season with the second-most passing yards in program history (3,433) ... Opened holes for 12 rushing touchdowns in the last seven games ... Pirates averaged 11.4 yards per completion against Southern Miss.
2010: Spent initial season on the scout teams while redshirting ... Officially signed with East Carolina in February.
High School: A three-year varsity letterwinner at Maclay School in Tallahassee before transferring to North Florida Christian for the 2009 season ... Coach at NFC was Tim Cokely ... An All-Big Bend First Team selection by The Tallahassee Democrat as a senior ... Named to the 2009 SunStateFootball.com's Preseason All-Area Team ... Rated by ESPN.com as the 41st-best offensive tackle in the country ... Team captain as a sophomore and junior at Maclay ... Earned honorable mention all-district and all-region honors as a sophomore before earning first team all-conference recognition after junior year at Maclay ... Competed on the track team at MHS, placing 15th in the shot put at the Tallahassee City Championships as a sophomore ... Also played basketball at Maclay and North Florida Christian, helping the former to a pair of district championships ... In all, earned 10 prep varsity letters (football/3, basketball/3, track/4).
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (June 8, 2006) - After cruising through the opening round of the 100-meters earlier Thursday afternoon, senior James Rainer (Alcoa, Tenn.) closed the books on his ETSU career with a performance of 10.36 in semi-final round at the NCAA Championships. Rainer finished seventh in his heat, and 11th overall, an agonizing .02 seconds from a spot in the final round.
On the upside, Rainer's 10.36 is the second fastest of his career, and his personal-best time in legal wind. The senior sealed his trip to nationals last month, running a scorching time of 10.16 at the NCAA Mid-East Regionals, the fastest time by an ETSU athlete in nearly 40 years and the best-ever FAT mark.
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Young Beard is still rumbling and we aren't mad at him. As long as no one is getting pregnant , no illegal activity is going on (unless you believe the cash exchanges are illegal, but if that was the case a lot of brothers would be in jail) and it isn't effecting his game on the court, I see no harm in Young Beard sampling for all 31 Flavors of Twodels.
I had never heard of this young lady before today, but she seems nice enough. On her Twitter account @kyrachaos, she says she is an Urban Model and Business Owner. I think she sells apparel online. She has been in a few magazines and does some hosting for parties. You know the standard stuff for pretty girls, these days.
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Hello All,
I'm hoping you can help me. This morning I tried out my brand new iriver Clix (very snazzy) and all worked fine. My computer recognised it, I used Windows Media Player 11 to transfer lots of music, photos and videos over successfully. This evening I tried to connect to it again and when I connect the Clix my computer makes a sound of three rapid "bongs" and it is not recognised as being connected.
Does anyone else know of this problem and how I rectify it?
I'm very sad and frustrated that I can't work out what to do (no suprises to anyone who knows me well - I'm rather technologically challenged).
I look forward to hearing from someone on what I can do.
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Restart the computer, then make sure you're not using a front USB port... only the back ones. If you're still having problems then you can check device manager (with the clix connected): right-click My Computer > click Properties > click Hardware tab > click Device Manager button
You should see a Portable Devices category in the list. Expand that and you should see your clix. Right click it and click uninstall. If you can't even get to this point then you might want to try updating the firmware on another computer.
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I have same problem here are more details...HELP
I tried what gorcops suggested by did not help. Here is my situation.
I bought new on 11/27/06 my Clix 4GB player. Worked normally until recently.
I originally had WMP 10 and the Clix worked fine. I installed WMP 11 from your CD. Clix worked fine, but I did not like some features of WMP 11 and rolled back to WMP 10. Now Windows does NOT recognize that the Clix is connected!!! I connect directly to the Motherboard.
When I first connect the Clix to USB there is a pop up immediately that says iriver Clix. Then I get a window for the Found New hardware Wizard.
then after Windows finishes looking, I get a window that says Cannot Install the Hardware, then a small window by the clock that says "problem occurred during installation..hardware may not work". The Clix does not work.
Device Manager shows yellow ? and !; Properties for the iriver clix shows "drivers for the device are not installed".
I have uninsatlled and reinstalled; rolled back and reinstalled WMP 11. Still can not install needed drivers. I understand that WMP provides the drivers needed by Clix, but WMP does not provide them.
What to do? Can't reach iRiver by phone..have waited over 2 hours no response. I believe the Clix is working fine (I plugged to a laptop and it was recognized). The problem is getting drivers installed "somehow"
Ok, here's a couple things you can try. Uninstall the not working drivers from device manager... again. Then uninstall whatever media player you have on right now, 10 or 11. Restart your PC, don't plug the clix in yet. Install windows media player 10 since that's the one you want. Now before you plug in your clix again, run windows update. You can do that by going to www.windowsupdate.com (you have to do this from internet explorer as other browsers don't work on this page). Since you just installed 10, it should have quite a few updates for wmp. Just follow the directions to update it all then restart your pc again. NOW you can try plugging in your clix and see what happens.
If you're still having problems, then you might have to restore your PC to a time when it worked. Go to start>accessories>sytem tools> system restore. Restore computer to an earlier time. Here you can click on days when your pc did system checkpoints which it should do automatically. Pick a place when you know it worked fine, like before you went to wmp 11.
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Followup to Gorcops Suggestion
I appreciate your help. I did what you suggested & completely uninstalled WMP 10 and 11; reinsatlled WMP 10, etc. Bottom line: Clix not recognized because drivers are not installed.
I stumbled across this thread from mysticriver Forum
which addressed my problem. Check out Post #10 and #12. A relevant excerpt:
"I found something that may help you.
First, the device install is not your normal driver install you are really just reregistering a device to the Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Driver Framework. Think of this as downloading a flash application and needing macromedia to run it. With that said there is a link to the Framework earlier in this thread.
I believe the id of the Clix device was updated from the time iRiver initial passed the information or Microsoft made and error in entering into their WMP setup programs.
One note Clix installed on a third machine without this fix, but this morning I discovered is installed not as a clix device, but another MTP device with a similar id.
Inside the WPDMTPHW.INF file there is a listing for the iRiver devices, but the id for Clix is not included. This is the file that determines how to install the drivers.
If you double check your setupapi.log file you will see the device_id the Clix your computer sees. For the two computers I have installed my clix on; the id was USB\VID_4102&PID112A .
When I added this id to the list of iRiver devices listed in the .INF file, performed a driver update for the device everything worked perfect.
WPDMTPHW.INF is in your $windir$\inf folder. This resolves to c:\Windows\inf or C:\winnt\inf on most windows machines. Do not confuses this with wpdmtph.inf which is another file in this folder. The two files work together, but you only add the line to the file in all caps with the W at the end.
To double check which id you device is sending to the machine look in setupapi.log (at the end) to see what id was used for the last failed device install. This file is in $windir$\ so c:\windows or c:\winnt."
I checked and did not have in my Windows\inf Folder the file WPDMTPHW.INF!!!! It was missing. I asked a friend who has XP Prto SP2 on his PC to send me his copy of the INF file. I added the id information of the above thread and added the file to the inf Folder, rebooted, etc. STILL THE CLIX WAS NOT RECOGNIZED. Darn it!!!
The thread #12 Post is a different approach
"I had an installation issue on my Win XP Pro machine not recognizing this MTP device. The error stated "Service installation in this INF is invalid". For those of you that may experience the same, my error was solved by doing the following:
Download Windows Media Player 11 or use the WMP11 file from your CLIX install CD .
With a program such as WinRAR or WinZIP extract the file "wmp11-windowsxp-x86-enu.exe"
There should be a few EXE files:
wmp11.exe - Windows Media Player 11 Program Files
wmfdist11.exe - Windows Media Player 11 Distribution Pack
umdf.exe - User-mode Driver Framework (THE IMPORTANT ONE!!!)
1) Uninstall the the CLIX via device manager, this ensures the bad MTP driver is not running.
2) Run umdf.exe that you extracted (see above)
3) RESTART your computer
4) Reconnect your CLIX USB
There is NO need to uninstall or reinstall WMP11"
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I did exactly what he suggested and still the Clix was not recognized.
I checked my Restore Points and there is not one before Clix arrived...mea culpa/never again.
The problem seems directly related to XP's ability to install the drivers for the Clix. The WPDMTPHW.INF and its corresponding PNF file may be the key???
Any good ideas?
For the Record...Clix still not recognized by XP
I asked a member of this Forum to privately send me a copy of his wdfumdf.inf & pnf files so I could see if replacing mine with his would files would do the trick.
Made sure Clix was uninstalled in Device Manager, rebooted, connected the Clix and NOT RECOGNIZED!
I have tried everything suggested, replaced key XP USB driver files (the only ones I know about from this thread...there must be more somewhere) and have failed to get Clix recognized.
I have been waiting 3 days for a response from Clix Tech Support....phoning Clix hoping to contact a human is like an impossible dream...so my "last" hope is for Clix to tell me how I can reinstall the USB driver(s) required for Clix to be recognized.
In Case You Are Wondering If Clix Is The Problem
I connected the Clix to another PC and WMP10 recognized the Clix and I transferred files to it.
I also opened Explorer and dragged & dropped a file to it and vice versa, so Clix is working perfectly.
Any great new ideas on how to "fix" XP's inability to install the Clix drivers needed for a USB connection?
That's really odd... I'm not sure how the service packs work, but you might want to try reinstalling sp2 if you can.
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I can't sync my clix with my computer.
I already had wmp11 and already installed the software that came with my clix. But when i connected my clix the "found new hardware" pop-up. And it said
" There was a problem installing this hardware. An error occured during the intalliation of the device. The system cannot find the file specified."
What should i do?
Sounds like an MTP driver issue. Hopefully you will be able to use this method:
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Thank you for ur reply, but i did as u wrote and it still happened. It still said the same thing. Is there another way?
i have a problem sync irivr clix with my cmputer
i use wmp10. i installed the software it came with clix. i connected the clix. i clik sync with wmp. It said "Window media player does not detect a portable device. Connect your portable device, and try again" I already connected it. In the device manager it also had iriver clix. But why wmp can't see it?
So - Nobody has been able to crack this nut yet? I'm having the exact same problem here and cannot find a way to make my XP install my CLIX correctly. The OS sees it and pop-ups "iRiver Clix" - "MTP Device" But at the end, it doesn't actually install (Code 18)...
I would love to flash the firmware to the most recent version but I cannot because the iRiver firmware flsh utility doesn't "see" the clix either...
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Slow Food
Slow Food has 65,000 members in 45 countries, and as a grassroots movement it's had some success stories. The organization is committed to saving a designated a list of delicious yet endangered food plants and animals ? called the Ark of Taste ? such as the 'Gravenstein' apple, 'Iroquois White' corn, red abalone, 'Sun Crest' peach, Delaware Bay oyster, and heritage turkeys. Heritage turkeys include four old varieties that are on the edge of extinction. They are no longer grown commercially because they don't have as large a breast as the commonly raised breed, 'Broad Breasted White'. But Deborah vouches for their "absolutely stunning" flavor. "There's no comparison between these birds and the mass-produced counterpart," she states. Slow Food drew attention to these endangered species a few years ago and recruited farmers to raise heritage turkeys, guaranteeing a fair price. The world population of these breeds has now doubled.
"That can be done with peaches, apricots, raw milk farmstead cheeses, a lot of foods that are delicious and important," says Deborah. Unlike another approach to saving endangered species by preserving them in a seed bank, Slow Food supports efforts to make these foods available for eating and enjoyment now.
"The belief is that by saving the food, we can preserve some of the cultural traditions that surround that food," Deborah adds. To her, enjoying the local flavors and community spirit at your nearby farmer's market is a good place to start.
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ZF-5259: CLONE -setweekday() parameters rule does not same as display rule
Zend_Date to array or display the Weekday, always consider the Sunday is '0', but setweekday() consider Sunday is '7'.
would that can be the same rule ?
I mean the setWeekDay follows the ISO standard, so sunday is '7'. But if use toArray() of Zend_Date, the weekday will be '0' as the GNU standard.
I suggest that use one rule for Zend_Date, not two different kind of rule. It will make people confused.
Why would this be a problem when both rules are supported ?
It is not consistent.
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$b = $a->toArray(); $weekDay = $b['weekday'];
echo $weekDay (It is 0, not 7)
But if it is consistent. Then we can define a constant to check it.
define('SUNDAY', 0); ( Or 7 if ISO standard)
$a->setWeekDay(SUNDAY); $b = $a->toArray(); $weekDay = $b['weekday'];
echo $weekDay==SUNDAY (This will be true, because it is consistent)
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A literal translation might be "prendre quelqu'un sous ton aile." But the English version is an idiomatic expression that probably doesn't translate directly into French. So what is the closest French equivalent?
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December 30, 2011 — Mayor Michael Bloomberg hosted the annual Interfaith Clergy Breakfast this morning at the New York Public Library. Catholic Charities Executive Director Msgr. Kevin Sullivan joined more than 400 religious leaders from throughout New York City.
Msgr. Sullivan shared his thoughts about the event:
"In a world that often sees religion as divisive, it is good that in New York City, we seek ways to use religion to bring people together. In this age of diversity of opinion, it is important to find ways to respect our differences, for the good of all New Yorkers."
God of all goodness, we give you heartfelt thanks for the blessings that you have bestowed on our great City during the past year.
We thank you for the wisdom, energy and visionary leadership of our Mayor, and the strong and provident service of our Council.
We give you thanks for
the bravery of our police officers,
the courage of our firefighters,
the devotion of our teachers,
and the quiet heroism of those who serve the poorest of the poor.
God of all hopefulness, in the coming year of grace, grant:
To the poor: dignity;
To the young: hope;
To students: the joy of discovery;
To families: serenity, security and love;
To our neighborhoods: safety, peace and concord;
To immigrants; a warm welcome and a new beginning in our midst;
To the elderly: honor and satisfaction;
To dreamers: fulfillment;
To workers: pride in their labor;
To believers: strong faith; and
To us, your servants: a share in Your work of redeeming the world through love.
God of all graciousness: make of this, the Capital of the World, a shining City On a Hill where our first language is love and our most important work is charity in the service of others.
To You, Most Gracious God, be all glory, honor, praise and thanksgiving, now and forever.
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I really would love to do a piece like Julia Roberts or Charlize Theron in Erin Brockovich or North Country. They were both so amazing and so inspiring. I would love to touch someone in the way their performances touched me.
Ashley Greene is most famous for her role in the 2008 film Twilight, based on the fantasy novel series by Stephenie Meyer.
Ashley Greene BiographyBorn in Jacksonville, Florida, on February 21, 1987, Ashley Greene moved to Los Angeles at the young age of 17 to pursue a modeling career. At 5'5", she was considered too short to be a runway model. She quickly developed a love of acting and appeared in such television shows as Punk'd (as one of the prankees) and Crossing Jordan.
ashley greene in twilightAshley Greene's big break came in 2008 when she was cast in the film Twilight, acting alongside hottie Kristen Stewart and new teen heartthrob Robert Pattinson. The film is based on a popular series of novels by Stephenie Meyer, ensuring the movie would have a large audience upon its release. As expected, the movie did very well, and Ashley Greene has since secured several more roles.
In 2009, she appeared in Radio Free Albemuth, costarring Alanis Morissette, Skateland, the thriller Summer's Blood and the follow-up to Twilight, entitled New Moon. In 2010, she reprised her role in the Twilight saga for Eclipse. She also starred in The Apparition, about a couple haunted by a supernatural being.


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Fractures are breaks in the bone that are often caused by a blow or a fall. A fracture may be classified as a simple fracture (a thin fracture that may not run through the entire bone), or a compound fracture, in which the broken bone protrudes through the skin. Most fractures occur in the arms and legs. Symptoms may include tenderness over the bone, swelling of the affected area, deformity of the limb, and increased pain upon movement.
Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. Stress fractures often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. The bones in the midfoot (metatarsals) in runners are especially vulnerable to stress fractures.
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The symptoms of stress fractures may resemble other conditions and medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.
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Now 2-0 in Ivy, @PtonMensTennis Defeats Yale 5-2
Winning their first two Ivy League matches for the fourth straight year, the Princeton men's tennis team defeated Yale 5-2 Saturday afternoon in New Haven.
"It was a great team effort getting a tough win on the road against a very experienced Yale squad," Princeton head coach Billy Pate said. "We played exceptionally well in doubles and as it does many times, it set a tone for singles. Matija did a great job of jumping on his opponent and getting us an additional edge. After that, it was very close and there were some matches that could've gone either way. We need to refocus and prepare for a tough Brown team in Providence tomorrow."
Princeton won the doubles point and got singles victories from Matija Pecotic, Matt Spindler, Dan Richardson and Jonathan Carcione to complete the win. Pecotic was the only Tiger to both play and win in both singles and doubles.
Princeton has been able to extend its start to 3-0 in each of the last three Ivy seasons, including a 6-0 start in 2011. Sunday's match at Brown will start at 2 p.m.
(51) Princeton (13-4, 2-0) 5, (54) Yale (14-4, 0-1) 2
1. (33) McCourt/Pecotic (P) def. (74) Hoffman/Powers (Y), 8-4
2. Dan Davies/Spindler (P) vs. Patrick Chase/Huang (Y), DNF
3. Augie Bloom/Siow (P) def. Brown/Svenning (Y), 8-3
Order of finish: 3,1
1. (7) Matija Pecotic (P) def. John Huang (Y), 6-0, 6-4
2. Marc Powers (Y) def. Zack McCourt (P), 6-2, 6-3
3. Matt Spindler (P) def. Daniel Hoffman (Y), 6-3, 2-6, 7-6
4. Martin Svenning (Y) def. Matt Siow (P), 7-5, 7-5
5. Dan Richardson (P) def. Jason Brown (Y), 6-4, 6-4
6. Jonathan Carcione (P) def. Zachary Dean (Y), 6-2, 6-4
Order of finish: 1,2,6,5,4,3


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BOONE, N.C. (Feb. 8, 2008) - The ETSU track and field team made the short one-day trip over to Boone, and competed in the ASU Limited Open Friday afternoon inside the George Holmes Convocation Center.
The Buccaneer men's team highlighted the day in many events; especially in the mile run, throws, and high jump.
A combination of ETSU distance runners strung together a solid showing in the men's mile run. Junior Jeff Crane (
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Final 2012-13 Learfield Cup Directors' Cup Standings
TigerBlog On The Directors' Cup
An academic year that featured four NCAA championships and 13 league championships has resulted in yet another high finish the Learfield Sports Directors' Cup standings for Princeton Athletics.
With the end of the College World Series, the 2012-13 year in college athletics is now complete. Princeton, improving four spots from a year earlier, finished 35th overall in Division I.
"While we are proud of our nationally competitive performance on the field of play, we are even prouder of our coaches and student-athletes who understand that the concept of 'Education Through Athletics' is the co-curricular experience that is most meaningful," said Ford Family Director of Athletics Gary Walters. "Athletics is the sweatiest of the liberal arts at Princeton."
Stanford won the Directors' Cup for the 19th straight time, after not winning in the first year it was awarded. The Directors' Cup, presented by the National Assocation of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, is determined by points awarded based on a school's finish in NCAA championship competition.
As for Princeton, it has now been the highest finishing Ivy League school for the 17th time in 20 years. Princeton was also the only non-BCS school in the top 42 and the only FCS school in the top 56.
Princeton has never finished lower than 63rd and has only been out of the Top 50 three times in 20 years.
Aside from those three, Princeton has never below 47th, and Princeton has been in the Top 40 15 times in 20 years. There have been five Top 30 finishes, with an all-time best of 21st in 2001-02.
Princeton picked up spring points in women's open rowing, women's lacrosse, men's and women's track and field, women's water polo and men's golf. Princeton won NCAA championships this past academic year in both field hockey and men's and women's combined fencing.
Princeton finished within a point of Auburn and North Carolina State. The five schools directly behind Princeton were Virginia Tech, Tennessee, Louisville, Syracuse and Northwestern.


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From March through November the Stuttgart Advertising and Promotion Commission received a total of $12,320.41
The Stuttgart A&P Commission will not meet Thursday for its regularly scheduled meeting due to the Christmas holiday. The Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Jan. 31 at Stuttgart City Hall, located at 304 S. Maple Street. All Stuttgart A&P Commission meetings are open to the public.
The 1 percent A&P lodging tax went into effect on March 1. The tax is due to the city on the 20th of each month. The A&P Tax was passed during the December 2011 Stuttgart City Council meeting. The 1 percent tax will be applied to all Stuttgart motels and hotels.
Economy Inn paid in $125 in March, $112 in May, $123 in June, $127 in July, $112 in August, $106.09 in September, $119 in October and $123 in November. Super 8 paid in $454.21 in April, $327.86 in May, $298.78 in June, $204.04 in July, $315.51 in August, $259.50 in September, $265.12 in October and $300.68 in November.
Days Inn and Suites paid in $517.15 in April, $416.61 in May, $384.44 in June, $479.53 in July $499.87 in August, $640.24 in September, $390.17 in October and $547.77 in November. Deluxe Inn paid in $75.80 in April, $66.89 in May, $137.46 in June, $91.13 in July, $70.83 in August, $106.09 in September, $73.98 in October and $82.25 in November.
Best Western paid in $753.83 in April, $803.08 in May, $853.33 in June, $831.21 in July, $811.82 in August, $879 in September, $612.99 in October and $956.14 in November.
The only new business discussed during November's meeting will be on tap in 2013. Stuttgart A&P Chairman Amanda Holsted said she had recently spoken with Jenifer's Antique Show out of Conway about possibly holding an antique show at the Grand Prairie Center. The event would be held over three days bringing in possibly 150 vendors.
Holsted said the pricing at the Grand Prairie Center was higher than what the group was used to paying with less floor space, but believes the group will be impressed with the building and Stuttgart.
Stuttgart A&P Commission member Shashwat Goyal made the motion that the antique show could possibly come to Stuttgart with a proposal of the Commission paying for one day's rent, which would be approximately $1,300.
The motion was seconded, but an application would need to be brought before the Commission before it is approved. The show is expected in spring 2013.
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303Cycling Celebrates 5 years of Sharing Local Cycling News
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Actually our birthday was a few weeks ago but at this age who's really counting right? I want to thank everyone who has helped make 303Cycling into what we are today, many individuals have helped us over the years with sharing of content, news tips, opportunities for interviews, advertising, buying our clothing and much more. Last year our birthday story was more in-depth into how 303Cycling got it's start and who is behind it but this year I want to take a moment and thank everyone. The list below is in no particular order and if I leave you out I greatly apologize.
Bobby Noyes
Mike Eubanks
Catherine Powers
Pete Habuda (made our amazing logo)
All photographers who ever gave us a photo or 2 or more
Mountain Moon Photography
Michael Robson
David Wright
Peter Wayne
Brian Patrick
Jen Hocum
Mark Woolcott
Six Degrees to Slush
Shawn Lortie
Rob O'dea
Deirdre Moynihan
Allen Krughoff
Matt Barlow
Amy Morfas
To all the promoters who have helps spread our word
Boulder Racing
Buff Classic
Tour de Cure
Ride the Rockies/Pedal the Plains
Venus de Miles
Denver Cruisers
Thanks to all the media whom we borrow content from
Daily Camera
Denver Post
Mountain Flyer
Girl Bike Love
CX Magazine
Thanks to all the cycling organizations whom have given us access/content/evanglism
Bicycle Colorado
Bike Denver
Boulder Cycling Club
Longmont Cycling Club
Beti Bike Bash
Cyclists Lawyer - aka Megan Hottman
Boulder Mountain Bike Alliance
Businesses who support us
Excel Sports Boulder
New Belgium
Skratch Labs
Pearl Izumi
Handlebar Mustache
Boulder Cycle Sports
Green Guru
Fast Cat Coaching
People who have helped shape 303 over the years
Nico Toutenhoofd
Ben Welnak
Dejan Smaic
Katie Macarelli
George Thomas
David Kuticpal
Brian Bishop/Cycle Soul
Dan Porter
Jenn Fields!!
Jon Tarkington
Kate Powlison
Ariel Brown
Greg Keller
Catherine Johnson
Peter Webber
Chris Echelmeier
Rachel Scott
Melanie Long-Huang
Josh Brown
Kelly Mikler (our first model)
Steven Andrew Herzfeld
Tom Danielson
Jimmy Archer
Lucas McCain
Megan Monroe (my first interview)
Ellen Butler
Brian Hludzinski
Christina Roy
Andy Harmon
Ben Ollet
John Hickenlooper (for a great interview)
Timmy Duggan
Tim Swope (Boulder Transportation)
Buzz the bike guy from Longmont
Andy from Tour Colorado
Jason Sumner
All our readers posting comments! But not the spammers
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Cross Country at NCAA West Region Championships
The Sun Devil cross country teams competed in the NCAA West Region Championships Saturday in Portland, Ore.
2009 Outdoor: Competed in three meets... regionally qualified in the 5000m run... also ran at the Pac-10 Championships in the 10,000m run... 2009 Indoor: Did not compete... 2008 XC: Redshirted... ran in a pair of races unattached from the program... placed third overall at the Mesa Thunderbird Invitational and took 10th at the Dave Murray Invitational... 2008 Outdoor: Scored at the Pac-10 Championships by finishing seventh in the 10,000m run... ran an outdoor-best of 14:06.44 in the 5,000m at the Cardinal Invitational to qualify for the NCAA West Region meet... earned USTFCCCA All-Region accolades in the 5,000m run after finishing eighth at the regional meet... placed 21st in the 5,000m run at the Pac-10 Championships... selected to the Academic All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention team... 2008 Indoor: MPSF Champion at 5,000m in his only race of the season... won the race in 14:01.83 and provisionally qualified for the NCAA Championships... 2007 XC: Improved throughout the season and capped season as the team's top finisher at the NCAA Championships in 91st... missed all-conference accolades by one place, finishing 15th at the Pac-10 Championships... earned all-region honors by placing 14th in the NCAA West Region Championships... selected as the team's Most Improved athlete... placed 12th at the season-opening Dave Murray Invitational before finishing 14th at the Roy Griak Invitational... was the first or second finisher for ASU in five of his six races... Academic All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention... 2007 Track: Redshirted... 2006 XC: Competed his way into the Top 7 by year's end where he was the third finisher at the NCAA West Region meet (74th)... also was the fourth finisher for the team at the Pac-10 meet (43rd)... opened his career placing 15th at the Dave Murray Invitational before finishing 114th at the Roy Griak... placed 26th at the Pre-National race, running in the open division.
High School: A 2006 graduate of Everett High School (Everett, Wash.)... lettered four times each in cross country and track & field for the Seagulls... was a FootLocker national finalist... won the 4A state cross country race as a senior... added the state 3,200m run crown as a junior... combined between the two sports, accumulated seven WESCO South League titles... was a seven-time district champion as well as a seven-time participant in state meets... named the Seattle Times' Cross Country MVP... holds the Washington state record for sophomores in the 3,000m run at 8:34... holds WESCO South League records in cross country, 1,600m (4:15) and 3,200m (9:02)... also holds the district record in cross country and the 1,600m run... captain of both teams as a senior.
Personal: Majoring in kinesiology... parents are Jeff and Sheri Helmer... has two sisters: Nicole and Michelle... born July 15, 1987, in Waukesha, Wis.... hobbies include spending time with friends and family, running, swimming and cycling... was once named to the National AAU All-Star team in basketball... full name is Jeffrey Charles Helmer.
Personal Bests 1500: 3:50.15 5000: 14:01.83 8000XC: 23:25 10000: 30:36.58
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|Taylor named Player of the Week
DENVER - Idaho senior Kelsey Taylor can add Western Athletic Conference Volleyball Player of the Week to her list of honors this year that already includes pre-season All-WAC and All-Tournament team at the Gonzaga Volleyball Tournament. Taylor was honored Monday for her work in two matches against Boise State the week of Sept. 27-Oct. 2.
Taylor hit .439 on the week with 19 kills and only one error on 41 attempts in her two matches against the Broncos. She also led the Vandals with 18 total blocks, including three solo blocks. Her 15 block assists give her 272 for her career, just 28 shy of 300. Taylor had her first career double-double on Sept. 29 at Boise State with 11 kills and a career-high 11 blocks. She followed that up with eight kills, seven digs and seven blocks in Idaho's four-set win over the Broncos on Oct. 2. Taylor averaged 2.11 kills, 2.0 blocks and 1.0 dig per set for the week.
"I think she's done some great things for our team, and we definitely need to get her more balls," Idaho coach Debbie Buchanan said. "I think she played two matches that were pretty solid, not only in the front row but she served tough, and she probably had our biggest runs from the service line."
Taylor's efforts helped the Vandals to a split two matches against BSU. The Vandals are 2-2 in WAC play and 7-8 on the season. It was Taylor's first career Player of the Week honor.
"She is definitely a leader on our team, not only vocal but she leads by example, which is awesome," Buchanan said. "We have some great players in the conference right now, so for her to be able to get it, I think that's a pretty big honor."
The Vandals return to action with three home matches this week, with San Jose State visiting on Oct. 4, Utah State coming to town on Oct. 6 in an ESPNU nationally televised match, and Nevada wrapping up Idaho's four-game home stand on Oct. 9.


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Meet a kayaking sea otter, a penguin that became a knight, a bear that stole a family's car, a pet cat that called 911 to save its owner, and many more amazing animals. This page-turner offers 100 heartwarming and hilarious anecdotes, illustrated with full color photos of these intriguing animals. Stories include unlikely animal friends, animal heroes, amazing animal tricks, surprising animal hybrids, wacky truth-is-stranger-than-fiction stories of animal antics, and more. Plus, loads of animals facts, lists, and information boxes add even more fun on every page.
Wuffy the dog is always on the lookout for cats. But she doesn't chase or bark at them. She rescues them.
Eleven years ago, owner Gary Rohde was shocked when Wuffy popped out of some bushes with a weak kitten in her mouth. Then she brought out three more! Back home, Wuffy cared for them like a mother cat, licking their faces. "They were drenched with dog spit," Rohde says. Thanks to Wuffy, the kittens survived.
Since then, Wuffy has rescued more than 200 cats. She's even on call with a local rescue group, which sends her troubled cats that need attention, such as Mao Mao. He hissed and spit so much that rescuers worried no one would want to adopt him. Wuffy shared her sleeping space with Mao Mao, cuddled with him, and taught him to trust new friends. Now the cat has a home of his own.
Why does Wuffy favor felines? That mystery hasn't been solved. "I didn't teach her how to do it," Rohde says. "Even her veterinarian is stumped."
The albino black rat snake fittingly named We never gets any privacy. But there's not another snake crowding her space—it's her other head!
We's heads are actually twins from two eggs that grew together. That's unusual, but this snake is full of surprises. We is a "she" on her bottom half, but differences in size and skin patterns show that one head is female and the other is male. The two don't realize they're connected. "If they did, one would smack the other and say, 'Let go of me!'" says Leonard Sonnenschein, president of the World Aquarium where We lives.
Most two-headed snakes live only a few months, but seven- year-old We has gotten special care at the aquarium. One thing's for sure: She definitely won't ever be lonely!
Now even pigs can have gold-medal dreams! During the third annual Pig Games last year, Russian pigs faced a fierce team of international competitors in sports such as pigball (like soccer), pig swimming, and pig racing.
Russia's sporting swine live in a special complex where vets and coaches keep them in fabulous form. Nariner Bagmanyan, whose company organizes the games, says the well-trained Russian pigs were calm and focused before their events. Or maybe they just had their eyes on the prize: a tub of cooked carrots with cream!
The home team left its challengers in the dust, winning all three events. Russia's pigball players defeated the international team by a whopping 16 to 3. But Bagmanyan cuts the visiting athletes some slack: "To play soccer in a foreign country is probably difficult for everybody, even pigs."


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This report provides basic information on International Agreements of the Social Security Administration, bilateral agreements that coordinate the United States' system for retirement, disability. It examines the eligibility criteria for receiving benefits and the concept of "totalization," particularly with regard to the Social Security Totalization Agreement with Mexico proposed under President Bush's plans for immigration reform.
Canada and Mexico's importance to the United States is more than simply a border-state phenomenon. The trading relationship between United States and Canada represents the largest bilateral flow of income, goods, and services in the world. Meanwhile, Mexico is the United States' second largest trading partner.
The events that unfolded in the U.S. on September 11 generated a renewed sense of urgency over border management. Bilateral Smart Border agreements were reached between the U.S. and Canada as well as the U.S. and Mexico in December 2001 and March 2002. This report tracks the implementation of these border accords and seeks to evaluate their effectiveness.
Although the relationship between migration and development has been widely discussed and debated for more than 30 years, a number of unanswered questions and unsettled debates remain. On April 11 and 12, 2003, the Migration Policy Institute sought to advance the dialogue. This report summarizes the key talking points of the high level meeting and offers some key summary remarks.
This policy paper calls for a "Grand Bargain" between the United States and Mexico to address the areas of immigration and national security. Such a bargain would address the conflicting realities of the U.S.-Mexico relationship. The bargain would be composed of three completely integrated programs and two additional areas that need to be adressed.