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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York's Democrat-led Assembly gaveled out before midnight Monday night and will take up landmark gun control on Tuesday morning.
The measure is expected to easily pass the Assembly when it convenes Tuesday at 10 a.m.
The Senate run by a coalition dominated by Republicans passed the bill 43-18 in what was the proposal's biggest hurdle.
Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders have agreed on the bill that tightens New York's ban on assault weapons a month after the school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
The deal includes a tougher assault weapons ban and restrictions on ammunition and the sale of guns.
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BILL DIGGS | 4/3/2014, 9 a.m.
"No group of leaders will do more than you will today with your decision to decide the fate of the planning, construction and frankly economic future of this county . . . I also believe that it makes a statement as to whether you intend to grab this once in a lifetime opportunity to meet the cultural, socioeconomic and diversity aspirations of this city and this region. I would like everyone in this room to take a look at this team. Not only do we talk about diversity, we live it. We are it."
These are the words that Jacqueline Hinman, CEO of CH2M Hill, spoke as she finished her presentation before the Mayoral Advisory Committee in the procurement for Program Manager for Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department's rehabilitation and replacement of the Miami-Dade water and sewer system. Ms. Hinman is one of 23 women running a Fortune 500 company—the 500 largest companies in the world.
I applaud her and her efforts to be inclusive and diverse.
When I look at the CH2M Hill team, I see Miami. The leaders on the team are Hispanic, African American and Haitian. That team looks like Miami-Dade County. It's racially and culturally mixed. It represents the stew of our beautiful community. Even their lead attorney is African American and CH2M Hill's highest ranked executives on this project are Cuban and Haitian American. They also have local Black, Cuban and women owned businesses on the team. That's why Jacqueline Hinman's statement is so striking and true: Not only do we talk about diversity, we live it. We are it. When it comes to diversity, CH2M HILL doesn't just talk the talk, they walk the walk. They are involved in great organizations like the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE).
We have seen a lot of major projects come to Miami-Dade County. Everybody gets excited about the opportunities. Some firms come into the African American community and make all kinds of promises about jobs and how we can benefit. They may even join a few community groups. Then they leave.
CH2M Hill, on the other hand, came in and broke the mold. CH2M HILL asked our community to partner with them. In a first of its kind move, CH2M HILL asked the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, the oldest Black business organization in South Florida, to become a team member and participate in the project. They asked the chamber to sit at the table with them. They didn't just want an endorsement. CH2M HILL asked the chamber to join their team and to help them find other local minority owned businesses that could work on this massive project.
The taxpayers of this community — all of us — deserve to participate in the projects when they come to the community. Many times, it seems that our community is left looking for crumbs that fall off the table. We are left begging to be included. Promises are made, but not fulfilled. This time will be different because we are at the table. We have real partnership and real inclusion. We have a firm in CH2M HILL that values us and our input. This is the power of inclusion.
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For starters: Miami Heat at Sacramento Kings
Starting lineups
Center: Zydrunas Ilgauskas
Power forward: Chris Bosh
Small forward: LeBron James
Shooting guard: Dwyane Wade
Point guard: Carlos Arroyo
Inactive: Udonis Haslem, Mike Miller, Dexter Pittman.
Center: DeMarcus Cousins
Power forward: Jason Thompson
Small forward: Donte Greene
Shooting guard: Tyreke Evans
Point guard: Beno Udrih
Inactive: Hassan Whiteside.
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Phil Spencer has provided several updates in regards to the upcoming Electronic Entertainment Expo event. According to a report from Gear Nuke on Feb. 18, the corporate vice president of Microsoft Studios admitted that his company has still not yet decided on the plans to provide new information for upcoming games before E3 2014. You can find his comment below:
Honestly we haven't decided. Still working through all plans for all franchises, this is pr planning time for the year.
Phil Spencer went on to call the process a "balancing act." Although they want to have a strong showing at E3 2014, the company would also like to "keep momentum" by releasing news earlier. You can find his statement below:
Always a balancing act. Everyone knows we want to have a great E3 and all of us want news early to keep momentum. #Tradeoffs
The corporate vice president also posted a short update on the Xbox One exclusive video game, "Quantum Break." He believed that Remedy Entertainment is doing a "great job" with the story and characters. He also thinks that the time control mechanic could end up being as "special" as the bullet time feature from the "Max Payne" franchise.
E3 2014 will once again be held in Los Angeles. The event takes place between June 10 and June 12. Microsoft Studios should be going directly against Sony, Nintendo as well as other competitors.
"Quantum Break" will most likely appear in some form at the conference. You can find some screens from the third-person shooting action-adventure title with the slideshow to the left of this article.
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It's only Saturday, but now is the perfect time to start putting the finishing touches on your week 8 fantasy football lineup. Remember that the weekend is a two-day fantasy lineup race, however, as game-day calls can mess up roles and performances for more than just the listed injured players.
We're rolling on with our weekly take on injuries, role changes, and hot/cold fantasy matchups. Hit the goods below for some analysis and advice on some sticky situations, and feel free to comment or hit me up on twitter @NFLSoupKevin for some personal/specific help this week.
And here we go:
Injury Ward
Blaine Gabbert, QB, Jacksonville Jaguars (Shoulder)
Not that you're using Gabbert with confidence in fantasy leagues, but it does look like his torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder won't prevent him from playing this week. But that doesn't mean you should use him.
Jake Locker, QB, Tennessee Titans (Shoulder)
Locker is out again this week, giving at least one more start to Matt Hasselbeck. Ol' baldy hasn't been killing it statistically, but he hasn't been bad, either. He's not the worst fill-in passer against a shaky Colts defense this week.
Maurice Jones-Drew, RB, Jacksonville Jaguars (Foot)
MJD is out this week and possibly a lot longer with a bum foot. Rashad Jennings got 28 total touches in his absence last week, and the Jags will surely try to repeat that number this week against the Packers. He's a low-end RB2 with a tough road matchup.
Trent Richardson, RB, Cleveland Browns (Ribs)
T-Rich got benched last week due to sore ribs and ineffectiveness, but word on the Pat Shurmur trail is that he looks "much better" than last week, and is expected to play. Use him if you absolutely need him, but I'd be looking for healthier options with the Browns facing a tough Chargers run D.
DeMarco Murray, RB, Dallas Cowboys (Ankle)
Murray will miss another week, which likely means Felix Jones gets the start again. Jones has been having health issues himself (huge shocker there), but would be a suitable RB2 if he's fully ready for another start.
Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants (Foot)
Bradshaw is having foot problems. Again. Call Rex Ryan and stop the press. I feel like I've heard all of this before. That said, he should be fine to face the Cowboys this week, and really the guy just keeps getting the job done. But with that said, I think selling him high would be a solid move.
Felix Jones, RB, Dallas Cowboys (Knee)
Jones is a bit shaky for this week, but all signs do point to him starting for the injured DeMarco Murray. Be sure to stay on top of his status, and if for some reason he doesn't go, Phillip Tanner makes for a solid spot-fill.
Rashard Mendenhall, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers (Achilles)
Mendy is out this week as the Steelers will play it safe with his sore Achilles. Isaac Redman is also iffy, which should mean for another quality workload for Jonathan Dwyer.
Greg Jennings, WR, Green Bay Packers (Groin)
Jennings is scheduled to have surgery on his annoying groin and is out for several more weeks. Keep playing those Packers receivers.
Calvin Johnson, WR, Detroit Lions (Knee)
Johnson being on the injury report is almost always a formality. It's extremely doubtful that he's in any real danger of missing week eight. Just check in before you finalize your roster to be sure, though.
Jordy Nelson, WR, Green Bay Packers (Hamstring)
Last word on Nelson is that he will remain a game-time call on Sunday. It looks like his hamstring still isn't 100% after tweaking it a bit earlier this week. Green Bay probably wants to see him in pre-game warm-ups, so you'll have to play this one down to the wire. Randall Cobb and James Jones could have a field day if he sits.
Pierre Garcon, WR, Washington Redskins (Foot)
Garcon is out again this week, but the good news is he's at least doing all he can to put off surgery. Santana Moss and Leonard Hankerson will continue to benefit the most from his absence.
Danny Amendola, WR, St. Louis Rams (Clavicle)
Amendola is already practicing again and honest to God has a chance at facing the Patriots this week. It's crazy, but true. I still wouldn't trust him in his first game, back, though.
Jimmy Graham, TE, New Orleans Saints (Ankle)
Graham missed last week and is once again scheduled to be a game-time call. He's much more likely to suit up this week, but the Saints play when it's past my bed-time on Sunday (no, not really), so you'll have to make a decision on him before you want to.
Aaron Hernandez, TE, New England Patriots (Ankle)
Role Alarm
Jonathan Stewart, RB, Carolina Panthers
The Panthers are falling apart as we speak basically, but on top of dumping their GM the night of the prom, they're also making a last ditch effort to completely change up their offense. Not so sure it will produce fireworks against the Bears, but traveling word suggests Stewart is the new feature back. At the very worst, that means he'll get a good amount of touches. Consider him a low-end RB2 with some upside this week, and steer clear of DeAngelo Williams if you can.
Redskins Wide Receivers
So, Pierre Garcon can't be trusted, but can any other Washington receivers? Not consistently, no, but I'm betting the 'Skins will take to the air more than they run it against the Steelers this week – simply out of necessity. The guy with the ppr value here will be Leonard Hankerson, but I like Santana Moss more as the big play threat. I know, I find saying that sentence out loud a little funny, too.
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Oh, snap, I just added a new section to my super fantasticome (that's fantastic and awesome, married at last) fantasy advice column. Yes, that just happened, and I'm taking some of the toughest matchups on your fantasy lineups and deciding who to play. Naturally, for the 939 matchups I don't cover, feel free to ask me below or on Twitter.
Cam Newton, QB, Carolina Panthers vs. Matthew Stafford, QB, Detroit Lions
I know Fig Newton is facing the daunting Bears, but I trust his versatility more than Stafford and his matchup with the Seahawks. Both appear to be poor plays this week, but at least Newton offers some upside.
Alex Green, RB, Green Bay Packers vs. Rashad Jennings, RB, Jacksonville Jaguars
Both guys are touches machines right now. MJD is out and Jennings is the man in Jax right now, which means both Green and Jennings are real candidates for 20+ touches. I prefer Jennings, however, as he's more apt to actually do something with his role.
James Jones, WR, Green Bay Packers vs. Randall Cobb, WR, Green Bay Packers
Jones is the guy scoring touchdowns, but Cobb scores a bit too and seems to have a more defined role: aka, get that dude the ball. I think Cobb carries more potential and if (or even if not) Jordy Nelson hits the shelf this week, I think Cobb has a chance to really blow up. And Jones' run of scores has to end sooner or later, right?
Jacob Tamme, TE, Denver Broncos vs. Joel Dreessen, TE, Denver Broncos
Two Broncos tight ends, and I'm not sure one really has to be the loser here – especially with Denver facing a terrible Saints defense. Tamme is your man for ppr leagues and Dreessen is much more likely to score. Not sure it gets much easier than that.
That does it for the week 8 last second decisions column. Hit me up below or on Twitter for further fantasy advice, and good luck this week!
I have a flex to fill
Trent Richardson or Josh Gordon (PPR league)
Just worried about Trent coming out again. Should I chance it?
I'd go with Trent here, largely because of the last 2 weeks and the bad weather. they could be more apt to run the ball because of it
finley, olsen, or celek .5 PPR?
Celek. Finley isn't 100% so hard to trust. Olsen has a brutal matchup.
.5ppr. Flex: Stewart, Bey or Titus?
I need a WR and a flex out of K Britt, M Floyd (SD), SJax and J Stewart. Please and thanks. :)
I'd go Britt and S-Jax
I need a flex ppr league 16 team league . Ballard or Lloyd
Also in a +.5 PPR…
Pettigrew vs SEA or Cook vs IND?
I was just about to ask you to pick 2 of Rashad Jennings, Alex Green, and Steve Smith in a +.5 PPR…..but your new column addition has now narrowed it down to 1 of Green vs Smith. What do you think?
Ridley, Bowe or Dez Bryant at Flex?
Kevin, Like the versus section. Mine was close to one of yours (Romo vs. Stafford), where Tony gets to fill in the guy with at least some chance for upside role.
Do you like Romo over Stafford ROS then? I am enamored of the # of attempts and yards of Stafford (compare favorably with Ryan for example) and hope the TDs eventually come. I probably can't afford to carry both moving forward.
No, not necessarily. I agree the TDs will come eventually. I just don't trust Stafford on a week to week basis until he can get it together.
Yeah he is definitely not a matchup proof stud right now. Thanks for you insight…maybe Romo will play so well I can trade him for something!!
Hey Kevin – got 1 flex spot for either Antonio Brown or Rashad Jennings – which guy? (non-ppr, but w/return yards)?
Hey Kevin…need one at RB, one at WR, and one at FLEX: Wayne, Ridley, SJax, F. Jones, and Britt. Thoughts?
Also, wondering if I should grab the Miami D and use them instead of Arizona? Would likely drop Felix to make room as I don't want to drop ARI just yet. Thanks!
I've decided to wait it out on Jimmy Graham, who's the better fill in if he's inactive, dreesen or Thomas? Tamme is on another roster
What about Antonio Gates vs Martellus Bennett?
Gates finally showed up last week, hopefully this continues and Bennett has a decent match up vs a Sean Lee-less Cowboy D.
FanDuel – do I start Roethlisberger and Gronk or Rodgers/Brees and either Pettigrew, Cook, Dreessen, Olsen, Keller, or Witten?
Nice read. Got a couple questions. I have Graham and David Thomas and Tamme are available if he's ruled out. Who should I pick up?
Also, I am debating whether to start Luck over Ryan because 1.) Luck has a better matchup and 2.) Frankenstorm in Philly. Consensus rankings have them fairly close to each other. Can I start Luck with confidence? Thanks.
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Yesterday, Senator Kirk sent off a letter to the U. S. Ambassadors of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador to inquirer if criminal background check were done on the illegal immigrants that have illegally crossed the border though Mexico. He announced that 429 unaccompanied illegal minors are now in Chicago and is worried that some of them might be criminals. Never mind that fact that they have already broke our laws by coming here illegally. Does he really think that any of them had background checks or that they stopped by the U.S. Embassy to tell them they are coming here illegally?
Since Sen. Kirk is worried about criminal records, one can assume the illegals here are not little babies but kids over the age of 9, the ripe age for gang members here to recruit. It was reported yesterday that the illegal youth in many of the shelters are being recruited by MS-13 members, is this not what they are supposedly coming here for – to get away from gang members. Sen. Kirk should know that many of these illegal kids are Central Americas street kids and probably all have criminal records for one thing or another because that is the only way they can survive on their streets.
As many of our Illinois politicians insist on aiding and abetting illegal immigrants, ID theft will increase, the crime rate will continue to go up, increased homelessness, more children will be at risk for sex trafficking and domestic violence abuse. Taxpayers that are working can expect to pay higher cost on taxes, fees, health and welfare because someone has to pay their housing, food, diseases and pleasures. But then again the politicians do need their vote, especially since Gov. Quinn was nice enough to give them the right to apply and vote the same day without any identification.


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My Ex-Husband Was an Ass and Left Me Loaded in Debt. – Rachel
"Dear Steve, A couple of years ago my husband and I divorced. When we did so, I held most of the debt from our marriage in my name [he had terrible credit] however he was the one making a huge salary 90k+/year. Throughout our 10 year marriage I stayed home with our children [which I am extremely grateful for] while ... Read More »
I Got Divorced and the Bank Won't Take My Ex-Wife Off the Credit Card. – Dawson
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"Dear Steve, I am a single mom of 4. I recently went through a divorce in which my former husband incurred alot of credit card debt – to the tune of $76,000. While the credit is not all mine, it is all in my name and legally I am responsible. My montly net income is approximately $5800. I have been ... Read More »
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As mentioned in the comments, I've been plugging away at the Player Reports for the 2012 Watchlist and am now done with the first pass. Once I receive the books from Baseball America and John Sickels, I'll complete the "Report Not Yet Written" and amend/rewrite the others as needed.
I've also created pages on Facebook and Google+ to give folks more avenues to here, expanding from just an RSS feed and Twitter. I also want to remind folks that you can subscribe to comments to get alerts. Essentially, I'm trying to give folks an array of tools to keep tabs on the site with as little effort for both you and me alike.
Finally, I've also updated my "About" page to include the site's email address (warning: I only check it about once a day; a DM on twitter, or a shout-out in the comments gets to me faster). Suggestions, comments, offline conversations, offers to volunteer with daily "News & Notes" during Potomac homestands, etc. can be sent there. I'd love to expand my network of spies to Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York, and of course, anyone with a hankering to write about the Draft is welcome (just not my thing; too knee-deep in providing day-to-day coverage).
Otherwise, enjoy this unusually warm weather while it lasts. If nothing else, it's certainly helping with the new field at the Pfitz.
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Really nice workups, Luke. If this is what we've been waiting for, it was well worth it. Thanks.
Where is Taylor Jordan? I know he's getting tj surgery, but does that mean he doesn't count on the list?
What's the take on Pam and Drew Storen (and Stanford grad) favorite Jack McGreary? He did after all go to the oldest continuously running prep school in the US (1645) that has to count for something?
Read an article over the weekend about Randy Tomlin, last years Harrisburg pitching coach.
He's living in Lynchburg, seemingly on a temporary sabbatical for a year dealing with 'personal family' issues. He says the Nats offered him an open door when he's ready to come back.
I bring this up because anyone who's folowed the Nats minor league system have seen what a year with Paul Menhart & then a year with Randy Tomlin has done for our pitchers. Turned suspects into prospects awfully fast.
All those years I watched the Orioles get high marks for their drafts and then absolutely nothing would ever happen to them. No development at all.
Hope Tomlin can make it back ASAP.


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Computer skills needed to succeed in this course:
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You will find possession of the following skills and attitudes to be helpful when participating in an online class:
All of the content you will learn in this class is the same online as it is in the classroom. Some of the ways this class differs from the traditional classroom are:
What is Moodle?
WebCT/Blackboard is a comprehensive Course Management System that delivers online courses. The system not only contains the lessons, or "lectures," but also communication tools like the discussion boards and chat rooms.
Do I have to come on campus?
No campus visits are required.
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How does this class work?
Students will be able to view a list of activities that are due each week--readings in the textbook, online discussion activities, online chats, writing in a journal, etc. Throughout the term, students will write a total of 3-5 formal, academic, research-based essays in the class. The essays will all be about 3000-4000 words in length. You will also be required to revise the essays and respond to a variety of informal writing assignments on the discussion boards and in chat sessions.
Is online learning right for me?
Online learning isn't for everybody. The following describes the type of student who is likely to be successful in an online course:
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Is an online class the same as a self-paced class?
Answer: No. While some online classes are similar to independent study, most online classes are NOT self-paced classes. The due dates for documents and class participation reflect those of a "regular" on-site class. Homework, other activities, and online class participation must be completed by specific dates and times.
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How much time do I have to spend online?
You should plan to spend at least the same amount of time you would spend on a face-to-face class.
Do I have to log on to class at a particular time?
No. You will have deadlines by which to post your homework, but when you complete that work (2 am or 4:30 PM or any other time) is up to you. This is an intensive class so you should complete your work on a daily basis to avoid being overburdened at the end of the week. If you have a problem, contact the instructor or use the discussion bulletin board to try to get assistance from other students in the class. If you leave work to the last minute and then run into trouble, you'll end up completing your work late or maybe not at all.
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Where do we meet for class?
We don't really "meet" in a physical face-to-face (F2F) sense. Instead, we'll interact regularly through the class website. You will simply login to the class site. We'll communicate with each other using several web-based bulletin boards and email.
Is taking a class online easier than a "regular" class?
No. The course content that you face in an online class usually is identical to that of an on-site class on the same topic. Some people think the workload is even more demanding than a regular F2F class in that you have to be a self-directed learner, stay motivated and remain current in your work for the class. It has been shown that the most successful online students tend to share the following characteristics:
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What Internet skills would be helpful in an online class?
The most successful students have the following Internet skills:
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Is this Your First Online Class?
If this is your first online class, take a look at these online resources that will help you know what to expect, and how to communicate in the online course environment.
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Advice from former Online Students
English 1A online is a much different experience than a traditional face-to-face class. To help you determine whether online learning is right for you, consider what previous online students had to say:
I think the online class is suited for only certain types of students. Here is some advice for students considering an online class. First, you have to be organized. If you cannot keep track of all the assignments, deadlines and procedures, you will fall behind quickly. Second, you must be able to handle all correspondence in writing. It is a very different learning environment when you cannot talk directly to the instructor or your peers. You will quickly learn how much you were dependent on visual and verbal signals when communicating with someone in person. Thirdly, you will need to know how to navigate a computer and the Internet. Also, if you "hunt and peck" when you type it may be a bit frustrating trying to keep up with your work.
Now for some tips to help make to transition to an online class a smooth one:
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I'm so glad this class is almost over. I don't mean that a reflection on the content, but the time commitment. The content was great, but the aspect that surprised me most is the amount of time I had to dedicate to this class. It was much more than I had anticipated.
Before I started, I thought an on-line class would be good – because I would be at home with the family. While that was true, I was glued to the computer most all the time. I did like the on-line environment though and would take more on-line classes as available. However, I feel an in class course of this type would help me to know I was on the right track more. In person discussions and interactions would have been very helpful at times. For me, discussion boards did not take the place of that in person interaction with the instructor and peers.
The class has helped me to be a better writer and that is the ultimate goal. I appreciate the support and guidance of the instructor. I knew that you were only a mouse click away. The web site layout is very good, the lessons, and assignment lists was a very good thing. That one place to find out all I needed to do that week was a great addition.
-- Jeff
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My greatest surprise with this class was the amount of work, but after getting into a routine, it came much easier. After getting into a routine and realizing how much time I would spend actually being at class for a traditional English class, and on homework, I know that the time invested is probably about the same.
The best thing about this class is that I could do it anytime I wanted and I didn't have to find a sitter for my son so that I could go to class. I also really enjoyed the discussions and looked forward to reading everyone's replies. My greatest disappointment was that I had a harder time learning in an on-line environment. I think I am a person who learns easier face-to-face.
I think the class is very well organized and was still amazed at how you could teach us and I never even met you. But, I found it difficult not being able to just show you my paper and ask questions every class session. . . . Overall this class has been a great and very unique experience. For students thinking about taking an on-line class, I would just warn them that they must be very organized! One thing that kept me organized was writing all the due dates, discussions, etc., on a calendar and keeping next to the computer. I needed something concrete and real (not on the internet) that I could refer to and it really helped.
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Taking this online English class wasn't exactly what I expected it to be. I thought taking it online would allow me more time to keep up with my other classes. My greatest surprise is how time consuming it turned out to be. I found myself on my computer anytime I had free time. I didn't have much experience with the internet, so the first few weeks were difficult. . . . The only advice I would give to another student about to take an online class is to be prepared to spend more time than expected on the computer and have a little online experience. Overall I found this class to be a great learning experience. I have grown as a writer and plan to improve even more in English 1B. I couldn't have done it without the help of Prof. Kelly. -Justin
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My greatest surprise was the amount of work. But as I adjusted to the class the overwhelming feeling subsided and I got a handle on things. My any disappointment was missing some of those Noon deadlines. Those were a pain. Having an online class real showed me that I am capable of managing my time out side of a class. But in the future I will only take face-to-face classes.
I like being around people and being able to ask questions and share ideas with others. . . . The advice I would give a student considering an Internet class would have to be Don't (just kidding). They need to be very self disciplined and be able to manage their time wisely. This class is demanding and it needs your undivided attention everyday, not three times a week. The assignments need to be completed a week or so before the due date. Do not fall behind. Read those chapters carefully because the quizzes might be opened book but they are not easy. Also beware that our wonderful Professor is a tough grader. Thank you Prof. Kelly.
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Although I have enjoyed the class I do think it is now easier to go to the college. I had problems participating because of my schedule, and I believe I lost points for that. I did really good in my last English class; I am not doing so well in this one. I think [the instructor] did a good job though of making it less confusing. The way we took the tests were good also. Mostly I just did not realize that you basically had to be on line more than one day per week. I took this class this way because I could go on when I wanted to and it turned out that there were certain times that I should have been on line. I will learn for next time though.
I did enjoy this and will take other classes this way in the future.
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When I signed up for English 1A online I wasn't sure what to expect. I thought it was going to be easier than a regular class and I thought that the workload was going to be a lot less. I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I figured since it was online that I would have to put in effort [but] I didn't think it took this much effort.
The benefit of taking this class was that I am a parent of two small children and it was nice because I was able to be mom during the day and when the kids went to bed, I could go online and do my work then. I really liked having the freedom I wasn't tied to one single time and day. I also liked the fact that when we had chat sessions they were at night many times after 8 pm, which helped with my schedule.
The downfall to this class is that it is easy to miss something or to get behind if you don't check your e-mails and go to the discussion and assignment board everyday. The thing that I found frustrating was that if you are a visual person and need things to be shown to you this class is hard. There were a couple of times where I needed to actually see someone show me how to do it. That is the one good thing about having an actual class is the one on one with the actual teacher. I can say this: whenever there was an e-mail sent or a question asked I was always met with a quick response and that is something that I really appreciated.
The advice that I would give it ALWAYS CHECK YOUR E-MAILS AND THE DISCUSSION BOARD EVERYDAY!!!!! If you don't you will definitely find your self behind in the class. Also do your assignments or at least start working them when you get them, do not wait until the last minute. One of the first assignments I waited until the last minute to do and as it turned out it was harder than I thought. One thing that I did not realize until the end was to use the resources that are available to you. Like the writing center and the chat sessions, they will be very beneficial to you. Well I am glad it is over, it has been a wonderful experience but I am glad it is done. Thank you and Good Luck.
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The greatest surprise of this course was probably the workload. Doing 3 whole research papers in one short
semester is a lot of work in itself, along with the numerous quizzes, discussions, responding, reading, etc.
However, I learned a lot as a reader and writer as well as gained strength in my writing skills.
The greatest disappointment would have to be the 3 research papers of course. It was a big adjustment for me since I was only
used to doing one big research paper in an entire school year during high school. Learning in an online
environment is the best for me. I always learn a lot more content in less time by myself. I have been
self-taught with computers and doing English, geology, psychology, and economics online has allowed me to put
my visual-learning sense to full potential.
The instructor should not change anything about this course I think, because everything flowed smoothly, assignments were easy to keep track of on a weekly basis, and turning in the assignments was also easy. However, I do have a suggestion for students out there. Students
should have an organizer of some sort. My organizer was an excel spreadsheet that listed the assignments for
classes and deadline dates. This is something that I really wish I did throughout high school because it
helps me stay on top of assignments very easily.
I think the instructor should continue teaching online courses and also persuade other teachers to jump on the boat. There are lots of students out there who could really use the convenience, experience, and fun learning that online classes have to offer. My advice to other
students who are thinking of taking an online course is to prepare for more time-consuming work. Students also
need to be aware that more attention and effort needs to be put into an online course. The benefits though,
outweigh the drawbacks when it comes to online courses.
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I can't believe how hard this semester was for me. This class taught me so much and I do not think
that I will ever forget this experience of taking an Internet class. I now know what has to be done to
succeed in an Internet class. It really is a lot more work than a regular class and with children and a
husband at home it was even more difficult.
If there is anything that I could say to future Internet students is to make sure that they can set apart time everyday to sit down in front of the computer without interruptions. They have to just let those in the family know that this time is just like being in a classroom
and not to disturb them. This was my greatest frustration this semester. My family just did not see the importance so it was harder for me than going to school and being away from them and concentrating on what I needed to do. -Rhonda
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The expectations that I had for this class could not have been further from the way the class really was. When I first heard that online classes were available, I thought that they would be a snap, so I enrolled. The slacker in me was shell-shocked after the first couple of weeks in the class.
I had the idea that because of the fact that there was no face-to-face interaction the workload would less than a traditional class setting. The amount of work that was handed out was not more than a traditional class setting, just spread out more evenly within the week. With a regular class setting, class sessions would be two to three times per week, for about one to two hours. With the online class, the lack of structured set times that the whole class could meet, were replaced with the ability to reach the teacher via e-mail, discussion boards, private chat rooms for the class, and the phone. The writing center was also a resource that is a valuable tool that can be used. The workload is spread out so that you have
to go online just about everyday, for about 20 minutes, making the both styles of class settings equal in regards to time consumption.
I would advise going online everyday, using all the resources available, and staying up with class assignments. This class is not for the procrastinator. There is more responsibility left on the student, so self-discipline is key to succeeding in the online education environment. I took this class with somebody that I know (my fiancee) and it helped me a lot because we pushed each other with meeting assignment deadlines. Teaming up with somebody in the class, or taking the class with somebody that you know would certainly help.
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Upon entering this English 1A course in all honestly I thought it was going to be a breeze. Being able to complete my English 1A class in the privacy of my own home, relaxing and not stressing a bit, at what time I would check in and do my assignments. Wow, was I in for a surprise!
Within a one week's time I would have to check into the class web-site about every other day, and I would spend roughly 45 min-1hour reading over my material. I did dedicate myself to do my class work weekly within the period of 3-4 hours and 1 hour for reading. During this semester I experienced some technical difficulties which dealt with my Internet Browser through AOL. AOL didn't support the Java script needed for the class, so I accessed the class website through Internet Explorer.
Some of the valuable habits that kept me well organized throughout the semester had to be printing out the assignment sheets. Although at times I thought to myself, "wow, this is a lot of ink I'm using"; it all paid off in the long run. Some of the most unexpected parts of the class was working in peer groups. In a traditional class I felt very hesitant in getting together in groups. But here on the online class I felt very at ease, maybe because I wasn't face to face with my peers.
Overall, I came into this class assuming that it would be "easier" and it was to my benefits that it would work around my schedule. It had its advantages as well as its disadvantages but Ms. Kelly made it worth while.
She was very helpful in many ways. Helping me with technical problems, assisting me with any questions regarding assignments as well as developing our papers. The writing center also helped with weekly assignments.
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This class was absolutely a surprise for me. I did not expect it to be soooo difficult. I write the longest, most detailed letters than anyone I know, so I thought writing would be a breeze. Unfortunately, because of that I didn't put much into the class in the beginning. And it was reflected in my grades on my first essays. As you so nicely pointed out, writing for English is much more structured and more difficult than all those other classes that I received rave reviews in for my other papers.
It also took me a long time to get used to the on-line environment. At times because of my style of writing, I worried that other students would think I was stating things in a sarcastic or mean way. (Because in writing there tone of voice can easily be misinterpreted.) So if anything seemed harsh fellow students, I'm sorry, I really am a nice person. ;-). I also missed being able to listen to the comments of others rather than reading them. I guess I am more of an audio learner than visual.
My biggest downfalls that made this type of environment very difficult is that I am a procrastinator and unorganized. I had to really push myself the last couple of weeks to keep on track. I really wish I had been more serious in the beginning. . . . I also wish there were more chat sessions. . . . In the end, when I was less stressed about all my other classes, I felt that on-line wasn't as bad an experience as I originally thought. -A.S.
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First, I would like to say that this class was very time consuming. "It equals the time spent in a hard science class." That is the downfall of the class that I first noticed. This online English course is very demanding. It requires a strong commitment from the student. Not only does the student have to commit at least 9 hrs a week to the class but they also have to participate in peer reviews. These peer reviews are either easy or difficult. It depends on the author's writing ability. If the author has bad grammar, or worse, bad grammar and coherence, you will definitely have a challenging time.
Second, you must periodically check into the online class. I visited the site at least 3 times a week. Some weeks you have to visit the class more often because some or all of the students in your group post their work assignments late. If this happens, you feel obligated to return because you don't want it to have a negative impact on your grades (ie. amount of posts on the discussion board). Another downfall of the class is that you will definitely change groups throughout the course because a lot of student will drop. They think that this is an easier alternative to a regular class setting but, in fact, it is a lot more challenging.
One of the benefits of the class is the comfort zone. This class is very flexible with your schedule. Of course, keep in mind that it is still VERY time consuming. Another benefit of an online english course is not having to personally visit the writing center. This is a great plus. You still do get personalized attention. However, you must understand that the students in the writing center will be first served. For instance, I submitted my first research paper draft to the writing center for review and guess what happened? I never received a review. Hence, I did receive a courtesy notice that the writing center was bombarded by students needing assistance.
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T-Mobile glitch sees pay as you go customers left penniless
Angry customers demand compensation
UK MOBILE OPERATOR T-Mobile suffered from a glitch on Thursday that saw its pay as you go customers lose their credit, and those customers are not very happy.
Angry T-Mobile customers have flocked to the EE customer support forums to whinge about the issue, which saw their pay as you go credit disappear.
One angry T-Mobile customer wrote, "Wake up this morning and try and send a text, failed. Tried calling but obviously they don't open till 8am so sat patiently and called again at 8. Have been calling since but as is the case with everyone else on here, I can't get through. What is going on? I need my phone for work purposes and am having to use my house phone instead which costs a fortune."
Another not very happy customer said, "I bought a £10 SMART pack on Monday. Since Monday, I have only sent 2 text messages, made a short phone call (2 minutes) and used 25 MB. And this morning my SMART pack has gone and I cannot [use] my phone anymore."
T-Mobile has confirmed the problem, and has said that it is rolling out a fix to those affected by the glitch.
A T-Mobile spokesperson said, "T-Mobile Pay As You Go customers have reported issues with adding and using their boosters.
"We are in the process of deploying a fix which we expect to be implemented within the next two hours and apologise for any inconvenience caused."
Although a fix is on its way, those over on the EE forum are still not best pleased, and are calling for the operator to issue compensation for the problem that has caused some users' mobiles to be out of action for over 24 hours.
One forum post read, "I hope they will do something to compensate us. If we had been in an emergency we would not be able to call or contact anyone. On top of that it is absolutely impossible to talk to a member of staff."
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I'll miss the atmosphere at Prin. It's hard to put into words; you need to taste it. It's everything—the extracurriculars, the friends, the outstanding international student population, the spiritual education. It's the whole package.
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I don't think I've ever written a post telling people to go see any movie, but after seeing the new George Lucas film Red Tails, I feel compiled to tell you how great the film is.
As a pilot and fan of World War II aviation the film is right up my alley. But the amazing story of the Tuskegee Airmen is one that has shamefully not been shared with as many as possible.
The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military aviators in the United States armed forces. During World War II, African Americans in many U.S. states still were subject to the Jim Crow laws. The American military was racially segregated, as was much of the federal government. The Tuskegee Airmen were subject to racial discrimination, both within and outside the army. Despite these adversities, they trained and flew with distinction. Primarily made up of African-Americans, there were also five Tuskegee Airmen that were of Haitian descent.
It's not often that an audience breaks out into spontaneous applause following a movie but on Sunday the theater I sat in did just that.
The action film is well worth the price of admission and personally I'm grateful George Lucas worked so hard to share this wonderful story with yet another generation to admire the obstacles and handwork it took to break barriers and emerge as true American heroes.
Let me know what you think of it after you see it.
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On Tuesday, children of all ages headed back to school in Brunswick County. It was a time of tears for some parents who sent their little ones off to classes for the first time, while others celebrated the end of summer and the return to the classroom.
Throughout the community, Brunswick County educators and their support staff have a lot of hard work to do. State and national test scores keep them busy, but they must also focus their attention on molding and mentoring each and every child they encounter.
Brunswick County Sheriff's deputies investigated the following incidents last week, which are taken directly from sheriff's office incident reports:
•Breaking and entering to an automobile and larceny on Willow Street in Supply; suspect entered victim's vehicle and stole a wallet.
•Larceny on Holden Beach Road; suspect stole planters from victim's business.
•Harassing phone calls on Gate 61 in Carolina Shores.
Criminals beware! Brunswick County is home to 24 new prosecutors, defense attorneys and jurors.
Students at Shallotte and South Brunswick Middle Schools recently underwent a Peer Court volunteer training session at the Brunswick County Courthouse.
Fishing is turning out to be a bit better than I expected. Anglers haven't been waiting for the fall but are filling up coolers with some nice fish despite the bad reputation of the late summer season. Flounder, redfish and black drum have all being biting for local fishermen.
One reason may be the influence of Hurricane Bill, which roared by from a distance last week but caused some significant waves and pounded on the beaches. This wouldn't be the first time the original storm of the hurricane season put the fish in a biting mood.
The Beachcombers played a captain's choice event Carolina Shores. First: Harry Haggerty, Jim Quigley, Bob Brownley and Jim Beairsto at 5-under par. Second: Stu Cleveland, Fred Ortiz, Ed Kinney and Bill Cameron at 2-under par. Third: Ed Hennessey, Bob Smith, Bob Byrne and Larry Bollinger at 1-under par.
One of my favorite toys as a child was a red electronic talking box called a Speak N Spell.
At the top of the device, just below the handy-dandy, hard-plastic carrying handle, was a small, rectangular black screen. High-tech in its day, the device used straight lines to form letters in blue on the screen.
Below the black screen was a yellow box that encased a keyboard (in alphabetical order) of letters in orange, task keys in red and vowels in yellow.
Friday night will be a big night for Brunswick County, most specifically Brunswick Community College.
Beginning at 6 p.m., activities will kick off to celebrate the second annual "Dancing with the Brunswick County Stars."
The event raises money for scholarships for Brunswick Community College students and will feature dancers from the community along with their talented, professional dance partners. Many have been preparing for this event for months.
The Brunswick County Grand Jury under the direction of Judge Ola Lewis with prosecutor Rex Gore and courtroom clerk Lisa Gore returned the following indictments during a Superior Court session on Aug. 10:
Harry Ballard, 48, of 2848 Cedar Hill Road, Leland; felony possession with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver schedule II controlled substance, felony conspire sell/deliver schedule II controlled substance.
The following cases were adjudicated over five days of District Criminal Court on Aug. 12, 13, 14, 17 and 18 in Bolivia.
Wednesday, Aug. 12
William F. Fairley presided over the following cases with prosecutor Cathi Radford and courtroom clerk and Lisa Quick:
Kimberly S. Anderson, expired registration card/tag, voluntarily dismissed.
Kellie Lynn Beeson, recreational fishing without a license, voluntarily dismissed.
The State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the state's longest-serving legislator, state Sen. R.C. Soles, for allegedly shooting a man who was on his property Sunday.
Soles, a Tabor City attorney, represents Brunswick, Columbus and Pender counties in the state senate.
District Attorney Rex Gore said around 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, two men entered Soles' gated Tabor City property.
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read-only groups or membership lists
It would be useful if we could have more control on members in groups (or even lists). Without it, we are forced to restrict such access through RSS to external, closed sites, which is not always ideal. I am specifically suggesting the following:
a) invite people to non-public groups and only give them view access
b) configurable option to control whether the members can see who else is a member of the group, and even the total number of members.
c) allow selected individuals to post into a group that is otherwise read-only for others (and all new members).
d) optionally specify if the posting user should be the author of new posts, or if new entries should be posted "by the group" (no user information).
e) following the above; this would also mean that it would be very nice to be able to moderate/quality-control new posts before they are made available to the non-moderators of such groups. This could spur more interest from business-like groups, perhaps a feature worth paying for.
f) sometimes it is the case that such groups could be lists, with no need for group features, so also lists should offer this possibility, but right now lists are only public or personal/private. It would be interesting if lists could have memberships too.


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Here's actress/Robin Thicke wifey Paula Patton in NYC wearing studded Saint Laurent Janis Studded Pumps – I believe this marks our third "celebs in Janis pumps" sighting within two weeks! It's becoming something of an epidemic. Another fall trend on the verge of full contagion: leather dresses. (We've featured back-to-back celebs in leather dresses this week. You're welcome.) You can get these exact pumps for $1,095 at Saks.
Fun fact: the Janis pumps were indeed named after Janis Joplin. Saint Laurent's creative director Hedi Slimane is a bit obsessed with old-school rock stars. (Janis wore some cool shoes in her day, but I am 99% sure she never donned heels this high.) Hedi actually made headlines this week for incorporating music legends Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, and B.B. King into his latest Saint Laurent ad campaigns.


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Common is set to release The Dreamer/The Believer on December 20th. Hopefully you're up to speed and have already seen the terrifically well done videos for "Sweet," "Blue Sky," and "Ghetto Dreams."
So for those on their game, you know the album is about to be something serious. To sweeten the deal, the album is set to feature John Legend, Nas and an original poem from Maya Angelou!
Pre-ordering is now set to go, so we advise you handle that sooner than later. Folks that prefer CD will have the option to pre-order the CD or purchase The Dreamer/The Believer Bundle to receive Common's book, One Day It Will All Make Sense in addition to the CD (pictured below).
Pre-order The Dreamer/The Believer on iTunes | Amazon [CD]
Pre-order The Dreamer/The Believer on Warner Bros. Records Store [CD + Book Bundle]


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You never know what you'll hear on Afternoon Music with Dr. Richard Winham. He curates a random mix of rock, blues, folk, bluegrass, jazz, and electronic music every weekday from 2-4pm. Dr. Winham has taught popular music courses at the...
All Things Considered is the most listened-to, afternoon drive-time, news radio program in the country. Every weekday the two-hour show is hosted by Audie Cornish, Kelly McEvers, Ari Shapiro, and Robert Siegel. In 1977, ATC expanded to seven...
Chattanooga is transforming into one of the nation's most progressive, vibrant cities. Guests on the Around and About program discuss the cultural events, art communities, environmental initiatives and other creative forces that are helping...
All Things Considered Weekend Edition presents a trademark mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews, and offbeat features.
Pure drop to Celtic rock and everything in between with your host Rabbit. Celtic Harvest also shares live performances of Celtic musicians.
Evening Music features all types - blues, folk, funk, alternative, reggae, world, local artists, singer/songwriters and popular genres to the bizarre and obscure. Other features include live interviews and performances, radio specials and...
Fresh Air with Terry Gross, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Each week, nearly 4.5 million people listen to the show's intimate conversations broadcast...
This Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Each week nearly four million people tune in to the show's intimate conversations broadcast on more than 414 National...
"Here And Now" combines the best in news journalism with intelligent, broad-ranging conversation to form a fast-paced program that updates the news from the morning and adds important conversations on public policy and foreign affairs, science...
Invisibilia is Latin for "the invisible things." We explore the invisible forces that shape human behavior — things like ideas, beliefs, assumptions and emotions. The show is co-hosted by a trio of NPR's award-winning journalists — Alix Spiegel...
Host Steve Curwood delves into the leading issues affecting the world we inhabit examining issues facing our increasingly interdependent world.
Hosted by students at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Mocs Mix features selections from diverse genres.
The Moontime Radio Show features an eclectic fusion of many genres - from electronic to funk, rock, reggae, rock, soul, and electronic music - with special emphasis on live, improvisational jam music from well-known legends and lesser-known...
Produced by NPR in Washington, D.C., Morning Edition draws on reporting from correspondents based in 13 countries around the world, and producers and reporters in 19 locations in the U.S. Their reporting is supplemented by NPR member station...
Morning Music features a variety of music (from alt-country to neo-soul) for your mid-morning soundtrack.
New Dimensions opens up the global conversation with new insights and new ways of thinking. New Dimensions listens in to what is emerging in the world and encourages that goodness on a wide scope of subjects such as social, political,...
Commentaries, analyses, and reports covering media issues of the day. On The Media decodes what we hear, read and see, and arms us with tools to survive in the information age.
Each week, Josh Pickard, Rachel Smith, and Jeremy Pickard pick a theme and choose songs that represent the theme literally and figuratively. The music is an eclectic mix of station favorites and music outside the regular playlists. The show...
Radiolab is a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.
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Dramatic tales, killer beats and the edgiest new talent in storytelling come together for a weekly radio hour hosted by Glynn Washington.
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Start It Up is a weekly radio show dedicated to Chattanooga's startup community. Whether you have an idea for a business, non-profit, or pop-up activity, Start It Up is your source for advice...
PRI's "Studio 360 with Kurt Andersen" explores art's creative influence and transformative power in everyday life.
Originally, the 8 -10 p.m. Sunday time slot was veteran host Richard Winham's weekly free-form radio show featuring an unpredictable mix of live performances, albums, and talk. Richard continues to surprise listeners with his playlists and...
This is a quirky, edgy radio magazine of investigations, both serious and funny, of the American condition. Each week, This American Life explores a theme--through a mix of radio monologues, mini-documentaries, found tape and unusual music.
Two, weekly one-hour programs, each on one theme covering politics, science, the arts, and culture, using interviews, music, production pieces and performances.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post5015517059550065847..comments2016-06-27T03:33:20.281-04:00Comments on NAMI Blog: Two Creative Messages About Mental Illness Premiering at ConventionKatrina email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-27272626267363631162010-07-19T08:42:15.112-04:002010-07-19T08:42:15.112-04:00Having a mental illness really does require creati...Having a mental illness really does require creativity...it allows the mind to create, produce, concentrate, and achieve some kind of meaningful goal. The problem is having outlets to share, sell, or publish these talented gifts...Having a reason to keep producing or developing these talents seem pointless. I have to be creative..and that will never change but how do I sell my jewelry, or publish my books? What is the next step? Where do I go from here? (firstname.lastname@example.com)email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-45736218554413900252010-07-11T09:03:56.581-04:002010-07-11T09:03:56.581-04:00The article "Beautiful Minds: Creativity and ...The article "Beautiful Minds: Creativity and Mental Illness" in the June issue of the Advocate is extremely one-sided (and inaccurate). Inaccurate first because it carries a photo of a painting by Vincent Van Gogh, who is not mentioned in the article, rather than by Salvador Dali, who is mentioned. Inaccurate and misleading and one-sided because only schizophrenia is mentioned, whereas, in an annotated list I compiled on "Famous Mathematicians, Philosophers, Scientists, Artists (and Others) who Suffered from Neurological, Physiological, or Psychological Disorders", it is obvious that creative personalities through history wre not only those suffering or retrospectively diagnosed with only schizophrenia. The article also mentions mathematician and Nobel laureate in economics John Nash. As I wrote in "From My Vantage Point: John Nash (1928-): The Man, the Mathematician, the Movie, the Book", Part 1, Webster County Disabilities Alliance Recorder 5, no. 3 (August 2005), 3; Part 2, Webster County Disabilities Alliance Recorder 5, no. 4 (January 2006), 4. the persona portrayed of Nash to the public is largely a caracature, and rather than helping to present the effects of mental illness, ternds to confirm and enhance the stigma of the "nutty professor" and the "mad scientist".email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-29556525406444057882010-07-03T13:26:24.351-04:002010-07-03T13:26:24.351-04:00It is disappointing that last weeks comments on ST...It is disappointing that last weeks comments on STIGMA were not responded to. I had mentioned how the NAMI name is stigmatizing within itself. NAMI is a great organization and does so many good works, but the name is outdated.

I would tell more people about the support groups and work being done, but the National Association for Mental Illness might as well be the National Association for Crazy People.

NAMI is providing many presentations available to the media. PBS is a wonderful station. But NAMI would gain so much more coverage and recognition if it could present its programs on 20/20, Nightline, Dateline or 60 Minutes.

Thank you for all the presentations made available. It would be helpful to our cause if they could be shown on mainstream media channels.

Thank you for your time and consideration.Whippieshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-82050676201615213992010-07-02T14:01:43.797-04:002010-07-02T14:01:43.797-04:00I have a Mom that is bipolar and she refuses to ta...I have a Mom that is bipolar and she refuses to take her medication what should I do?Sarahhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-24192554912840495632010-07-01T10:18:55.402-04:002010-07-01T10:18:55.402-04:00I am disppointed there were no replies last week t...I am disppointed there were no replies last week to the topic of STIGMA. It is such an important topic that I am surprised it was skipped. Please reply - it was noticed.Whippieshttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-4892227988810695161.post-8923635461745079292010-07-01T10:18:55.401-04:002010-07-01T10:18:55.401-04:00I am disppointed there were no replies last week t...I am disppointed there were no replies last week to the topic of STIGMA. It is such an important topic that I am surprised it was skipped. Please reply - it was noticed.Whippieshttp://email@example.com


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In More's November cover story, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mariska Hargitay reveals the difficult path that finally brought her the joy of an adopted daughter. But no sooner had Amaya settled into her new home—and our story gone to press—than Hargitay and husband Peter Hermann learned another baby, soon to be named Andrew, was on his way.
"We really wanted to adopt again," Hargitay says, "because we didn't want Amaya to be alone in her experience. But we thought it would take a year. This was the exact opposite of our experience with Amaya—it just fell into our laps, out of nowhere, which is my favorite thing about life. My motto is, Follow the signs and be open to the gift. Out of the blue, we got this call."
Andrew, now three months, joins Amaya, seven months, and the Hermanns' son August, age five. Hargitay admits the family's rapid expansion has been "a huge change, ginormous and extremely unexpected. But I was actually thrilled. I grew up with two brothers, so three was the magic number in the back of my head. We used to talk about twins, and now we have our own version of twins."
Amaya immediately took to Andrew, Hargitay reports: "When we first got home, she just stared at him. Now she laughs at him. She's so adorable—she puts her arm around him, gently puts her hand on him." Big brother August has also stepped up to the plate. "He's so excited," Hargitay says. "This morning he said, 'Let's have 100 babies!' It's fun for him to be the big man on campus. When the babies cry, he says, 'It's OK, Mommy. I like loud babies. I like loud noises.' "
Still, Hargitay and Hermann, who is currently starring in the Broadway production of War Horse, know challenges await. "When we took August to buy his Halloween costume, we were holding hands with August in the middle, and we thought, Oh my God, in two years there will be five of us. One child is so manageable, and all of a sudden three!"
At the moment, Hargitay says, the biggest hurdle is "organization and scheduling. Just bath time is a challenge. When the two are crying at once, it's hard on your nerves. You need a new skill set to keep calm. I feel I'm cut in three."
Twenty years ago, did the actress ever envision she'd be plunged into such joyful chaos? "Yes and no," she says. "I always knew I wanted a big family, to be a mom, have a bunch of kids. And I always thought about adopting. Did I ever think I'd have it? Not necessarily, but all the thoughts were there. Because I lost my mom so early, I identified with kids who didn't have mothers. When we were kids, there were orphanages, and I always thought I'd do something with an orphanage, with my philanthropy. That's where my heart was. There are so many kids who don't have homes.
"But now my reasons are completely selfish! I feel so blessed to have these beautiful souls in my life. I feel like I'm in a house full of angels. They squeeze my heart."
Mariska Hargitay is our November 2011 cover girl! Read her story here.
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I was working on a productivity improvement project and had the occasion to determine my product mix between ironing and fold dry work. When I first started in this business back in 1972, our mix was 80% iron and 20% fold dry. My calculations are now 25% iron and 75% fold dry. This product-mix change didn't surprise me, but it got me thinking about what's changed and why.
In 1972, my healthcare laundry processed only flat white or green sheets. Contour sheets were difficult to process, but processing flat sheets was fast and efficient. It isn't the use of percale contour sheets but the shift to knitted fitted sheets that changed the mix. They represent 10% of my total workload.
The advent of small-piece folders presented another significant change. In 1972, we had just one towel folder and ran as much as we could through the ironer – including bath blankets and patient gowns – to take advantage of the four-lane folders on the back. Once small-piece folders were perfected, laundry managers found that running patient gowns through them increased a gown's life and hand. IV gowns wouldn't do well in an ironer and thus were hard to find in 1972. Today, it's the gown type that's used the most. Patient gowns account for 9.25% of my total volume.
When small-piece folders were designed to handle bath blankets, most managers quickly opted for them. But a dry-folded blanket had a nicer hand and lasted longer than an ironed blanket. Bath blankets represent 13.5% of my total volume.
We ironed OR towels, OR wrappers and OR drape sheets made of T-140 muslin or T-180 percale in '72. The central service department inspected the surgical linen. We strived to process it as quickly as possible and deliver it, but we learned over the years that ironing OR linen breaks fibers and causes lint.
Manufacturers developed a single-use product that performed better than either percale or muslin fabrics. Many laundry managers were happy to see the troublesome product disappear. The textile manufacturers have developed a new generation of OR linen that shouldn't be ironed. This category of linen is dried, inspected, folded and wrapped in surgical pack rooms. My OR linen percentage has dropped from 10.7% of total work in 1972 to 3.5% in 2007.
In 1972, every bed had to have a corded bedspread that required washing and ironing. Textile manufacturers developed and effectively marketed colored thermal spreads as an alternative. Today, I no longer process bedspreads.
The reusable incontinent pad has impacted product mix. Thirty-five years ago, this item wasn't used in hospitals. Textile companies developed a good product and effectively sold it against the disposable alternative. Reusable incontinent pads represent 8.3% of my volume today.
Many laundries have gone away from ironing scrubs, either drying and folding them or running them through a steam tunnel.
The shift to more fold dry work helps explain why so many laundries have fallen short on dryer capacity. We've continued to add capacity but are always one step behind the product-mix change. The laundry facility of today is much different than the one designed back in 1972.
I think the healthcare laundry mix will move from 75/25 to 80/20 over the next few years. Further changes will be driven by the textile industry and the type of products developed and marketed. While I doubt that flatwork will ever represent less than 20% of the mix, I've learned to never say never.
Flatwork vs. Fold Dry: Why the Shift in Products?
I was working on a productivity improvement project and had the occasion to determine my product mix between ironing and fold dry work. When I first started in this business back in 1972, our mix was 80% iron and 20% fold dry. My calculations are now 25% iron and 75% fold dry. This product-mix change didn't surprise me, but it got me thinking about what's changed and why.


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Paul Rustchynsky has commented on the Playstation Plus edition of the upcoming PS4 exclusive video game, "Drive Club." According to a report from Gameranx on May 1, a fan complaint that the development team originally promised that free version would contain the full game with the exception of a few cars and tracks. The new game director behind the project reassured fans that the contents have not changed.
Paul Rustchynsky went on to disclose that all offline and online features can be accessed in the Playstation Plus edition of "Drive Club," adding that the Playstation Plus edition is more than just a demo. The only differences are the number of vehicles and courses. The free version comes with only five cars and five tracks that includes with 11 district variations from one country. The full game, which is priced at $59.99, should feature more content. You can find the comments from the game director below:
The PlayStation Plus Edition hasn't changed. It's hardly a demo because you get access to all of the game's features online and offline. The difference is that you only have 10 cars and you can only race in one country (which gives you access to 5 tracks with 11 distinct variants).
Paul Rustchynsky also talked about the frame rate for "Drive Club," confirming that it will be locked to 30. According to Gamepur, he explained that the development team did not want to compromise the native 1080p resolution and the unique network features in order to force the video game to run at 60 frames per second. The delay also allowed Evolution Studios more time to improved on the graphics. You can find a screen featuring the racing title from the official Playstation Twitter page with the photo added near the top of this article.
The production for "Drive Club" has been a little rough as it was originally part of the launch lineup for the PS4. However, the project was delayed while several staff members from Evolution Studios got laid off. The original director also decided to leave the development team for personal reasons. The new intellectual property is now slated to arrive on Oct. 8, which is nearly a year after its original launch date. The aforesaid Playstation Plus edition would also made available on the same day.
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Alumni Mentoring Program at the Four-Year Mark
Dean James M. Goldgeier, Director of Development Morris Jackson and Assistant Vice President of Alumni Relations Raina Lenney welcomed students and alumni to a reception to mark the 2012-2013 SIS mentoring program Sept. 19.
Now in its fourth year, the program pairs 26 SIS seniors and alumni. They meet regularly to discuss the students' after-college plans, job-searching techniques and other topics.
"The mentors provide real-life experiences to their mentees, and that experience enhances and facilitates the students' entry into the work world," said Jackson.
While most mentors and mentees are based in D.C., participants living or studying abroad connect regularly through email and the video chat over Skype. Brooklyn Hamel, SIS/BA '12, studied abroad in Argentina in the fall of her senior year and held regular Skype conversations with her mentor.
"During our Skype sessions, we talked about specific topics and picked out central themes on what we could work on together," said Hamel. "We continued to communicate through email during the weeks that we didn't have a Skype date. I found the support from my mentor to be very helpful on a professional and personal level. It was nice to have her as a source of support while I was abroad and as I started to navigate the waters of life after college."
In the 2011-2012 year, half of the mentors were returning participants, some in their third year, and 100 percent of the participants said they would recommend the program to other alumni or interested students.
"It's a great opportunity not only for the benefit of the students, but the alumni feel meaningfully engaged too. They understand the need for something like the program, because it's pretty likely that someone helped them in a similar way," said Lenney.
Danica Starks, SIS/BA '99, who served as a mentor during the second year of the program and returned in 2012, remembers the assistance she received from the SIS faculty as a student.
"Being an African-American student, there were few of us at AU, and even fewer in SIS," Starks said. "It was nice to have somebody who affirms that you belong here. I had a lot of professors who took an interest in me or made the time for me. I felt that AU was a very nurturing environment, and now I can provide that for somebody else."


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Photo credits: Cynthia Sciberra
Photo credits: Cynthia Sciberra
India in the World is comprised of five themes: Art, Music, Exhibitions, Media, and Lectures/Symposia. We are particularly excited about the Music theme. This semester Asif Ali Khan, a preeminent performer of the qawwali genre, will perform at the University, on March 21st 8:00 pm at Rackham Hall. UMS brings Asif Ali Khan to Ann Arbor in conjunction with UMMA's exhibition of Doris Duke's Shangri La: Architecture, Landscape, and Islamic Art on view January 25 – May 4, 2014. To learn more about UMMA's exhibition click here / visit the website at www.umma.umich.edu. Qawwali is a genre of devotional music most closely associated with Sufi Islam. This visit by Asif Ali Khan and his troupe is sponsored by the University Musical Society.
Lastly, we are excited to announce a sitar performance by Pandit Sanjoy Bandopadhyay, on Thursday, February 13th 7:30 pm, at UMMA. This performance is sponsored by the Center for World Performance Studies and co-sponsored by UMMA.
Pandit Sanjoy Bandopadhyay
February 13, 7:30pm, UMMA
An Evening of Hindustani Classical Music
The Center for World Performance Studies (CWPS) is delighted to present a concert of Hindustani classical music with Pandit Sanjoy Bandopadhyay, an internationally recognized sitar player known for his exceptional spontaneity in musical expressions, and tabla player, Pandit Samir Chatterjee. As a top-grade artist of All India Radio, Pandit Sanjoy Bandopadhyay is frequently featured in national TV and radio channels in India and other countries. Sanjoy is also the Ustad Alauddin Khan Professor of Instrumental Music at the Rabindra Bharati University in Kolkata, India, and is involved in a number of national and international research projects.
Part of the LSA Theme Semester, India in the World, this event is presented by the Center for World Performance Studies and co-sponsored by UMMA.
Asif Ali Khan
March 21, 8pm, Rackham Auditorium
Asif Ali Khan—who was once hailed by the maestro of qawwali, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, as one of his best students—has surely emerged as the music's reigning prince. Asif is a superstar in his native Pakistan and a powerful figure on the international stage, remaining faithful to the sublime traditions of devotional Sufi music. His music can be meditative and trance-inducing, before, at a turn, becoming thrilling and ecstatic. To hear his voice soaring above the call-and-response choruses, rhythmic hand claps, percussion, and harmonium of his accompanying musicians is an inspiring experience whether you're an adherent of the Sufi faith or not.
Tickets are required for the performance and can be purchased from UMS.


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Album Summary
- Olof Oskarsdottir
- Snorri Snorrason (Lute)
- Sverrir Guthjonsson
- Eggert Palsson (Percussion)
- Camilla S�derberg (Recorder)
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Sverrir Guðjónsson started his solo career at the age of seven. As a countertenor, he studied and worked in London. In addition to early music, Guðjónsson has commissioned and premiered numerous new works. He has devoted his life the musical heritage of Iceland, and is currently working on various projects related to old Icelandic music. These traditional songs have been approached from a fresh angle, to conjure up the ancient atmosphere of the Middle Ages and a sense of Icelandic roots. The combination of voice and early instruments create an atmosphere of haunting purity, taking the listener on a journey from sunrise to sunset.Notes & Reviews:
Recording information: Skáholt Cathedral, Iceland.
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Works DetailsGuthjonsson, Sverrir : Grafskrift (Epitaph) :: Medieval Iceland, for counter-tenor & chamber ensemble
- Performers: Sverrir Guthjonsson; Eggert Palsson (Percussion); Olof Oskarsdottir; Snorri Snorrason (Lute); Camilla Söderberg (Recorder)
- Notes: This work was written in collaboration with Snorri Örn Snorrason.
- Running Time: 44 min. 9 sec.


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Spearfish, S.D. - The Black Hills State University women's basketball team was ranked No. 4 in the NAIA Preseason Top 25 Poll released today.
"We are very excited for the season to start," said head coach Mark Nore. "We have been working hard to fill the holes our three seniors left last year, but we have had a good offseason and are ready to compete."
The Yellow Jackets have four seniors on the roster for the 2010-2011 season. All-American Katelynn Lamb has averaged 13.5 points per game in her three years with Black Hills State. Other seniors include Janna Schriber, who has been a dominating defender for the Yellow Jackets, Mandy Brumfield and Courtney Johnson.
Black Hills State will tip-off the season Saturday, October 30 at the Donald E. Young Center in Spearfish as part of the Perkins Tip-Off Classic. The first game will feature the S.D. School of Mines men's basketball team taking on MSU-Northern at 3:30 p.m. MT. The Yellow Jackets face College of the Ozarks in the second contest with tip-off set for 5:30 p.m. MT. The final game of the evening will see the Black Hills State men's basketball team will squaring off against Morningside at 7:30 p.m. MT.
For more information on Black Hills State Athletics, visit www.BHSUAthletics.com.