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The "NCIS" show this week is the conclusion of a two-part episode offering a look at the special task force sent to New Orleans to solve a murder continues this week. The fans got a glimpse of New Orleans flavor last week as the team searched for the killer and the search continued this week as well. This "NCIS" spoiler is for "Crescent City: Part II" that airs on April 1. According to WLOX on Saturday, the character played by actor Scott Bakula, is based on local Hancock County Investigator D'Wayne Swear.
Special Agent Gibbs and Special Agent Pride continue to chase leads in New Orleans after evidence points to a copycat of the infamous Privileged Killer. Looking to rule out suspects, the two find some dead ends, but clues keep coming. As the agents get closer, it is obvious that the city of New Orleans grows on the two agents as they reminisce about working together in the past.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Interview with literary agent, Julia Churchill
Today, I'm delighted to introduce Julia Churchill to Absolute Vanilla readers.
Julia, what first drew you to the world of agenting and how did you start?
Hello everyone.
I started at the Darley Anderson Agency, which is one of the bigger independent agencies. I was Darley Anderson's PA, then Agency Manager, then became an agent, then later Head of Children's Books.
When I went for my first interview there, I didn't clearly understand the agenting business. I had a notion, but in the meeting with Darley I realised I had to get the job. It sounded like such an exciting area of the business, and I wasn't wrong.
What prompted you to join Sarah Davies at Greenhouse Literary?
It was an irresistible opportunity. There was something very special about Sarah, Greenhouse and the company's ethos - which is about passion for excellence, with an emphasis on working creatively with authors.
Greenhouse was founded in 2008, and Sarah had such a great first 12 months, that she was looking for a UK agent to build the UK business so she could focus on the US. That's where I came in.
Sarah is based in Washington, and I am in London. It's a very elegant set-up in terms of English Language representation.
What is a typical "agenting day" like for you?
Let's go with today.
I'm sending out a debut, which is very exciting. The third revision came in on the weekend, and is ready to roll. So I did my pitch and my submission list last night and just got it out moments ago. Emails are popping up from excited publishers, saying they love the sound of it. I have a good feeling.
First thing this morning I spoke to Kevin, our contracts supremo, about a contract we've been negotiating for three months. I think we're nearly there, but I need to talk to the editor today as there's one last point that Contracts can't resolve between themselves.
We have an agreed contract with most of the big publishers, but this deal is our first with this house so it takes a while to get it hammered out. A key part of our job is converting a publisher-friendly contract into an author-friendly contract. A contract has a long life, so it's important it's negotiated well and carefully.
Lots of emails to get through this morning. I just managed to secure a great quote from a really big author for a debut book of mine, so that's something of a triumph. Need to approve some sub-rights deals and special promotions, and a couple need to be talked through with author as they are 'new frontier'. I'm finalising plans for two speaking events I'm doing next month. I have a couple of new book ideas from an author that I'll think through today. Also have to agree some wording on an ebook addendum. And I have a revised synopsis I need to look at (I think she's nailed it – yay!).
Today I need to start our Bologna 'hot list'. The book fair is only a month away, and Sarah and I will sit side by side and pitch our new projects like demons. So much fun.
We have a great website, and I've just uploaded four new author interviews. Also need to check on my submissions. I'm up to date as of a few days ago, but every time I check there are loads more. That's a good thing, but it means it's hard to relax.
Having lunch with a publisher shortly. I have several authors with her, and we need to catch up and talk through a couple of things, not least a new deal for one of them. In some ways the second deal is more satisfying than the first (and often harder!). It's our job to get an author writing professionally, and also to keep them writing professionally. With the second and third deals, you're in longer term territory and that's where we aim to get with every author.
I think I'm forgetting a few things, but I'm always busy and tomorrow will be completely different, no doubt.
Oh goodness, I've promised to get back on a couple of author mss this week. So that will be tonight and in the evenings this week.
What is the best part of your job – and – what is the worst?
Good news – and bad news.
How would you describe your agenting style – and that of Greenhouse Literary per se - and how do you like to work with your clients?
Supportive, honest and very hardworking.
I imagine that I'm a slightly different agent to every author, according to their needs and strengths.
How do you feel being part of what is clearly a very international agency works best for your clients?
In short, it means more money, as we're very strong in both the English Language and translation markets.
Thankfully the world is a big place, and while one market shudders or shrinks, another grows. Some of our authors make more money in Germany or Brazil than they do in the UK or US.
Sarah and I share information constantly, so when I send out one of my UK debuts, I will have a sense of its value in the US and translation markets. Of course a book doesn't have a real financial value until a publisher has placed an offer on it. Taking on an author is an act of faith. I might have been working on a book for a year, and think it's HUGE, but until I get a publisher endorsing that, it's still just an opinion. But having an impression of the international value from my colleagues means I can be clear-minded about a UK deal. For example, if I'm offered a lot of money for world rights, I can take an informed view about whether or not to accept that.
I focus on my home market, which is the UK, but I have an eye on the foreign markets too.
How to you set about sending out your clients' work to a publisher – do you "match-make" or do submit widely?
I widely submit, on the whole. Of course, I sometimes have my favourites for each project, but often you can be surprised by who feels the passion, and who needs the book the most.
Many have said that given changes in the industry (the rise of e-publishing, the force of the likes of Amazon on publishing, development of new publishing business models, recessionary woes) the role of the agent must necessarily change. What is your view on this? And how do you see agenting going into the future?
It's more crucial than ever, no doubt in my mind. Traditional publishing meant one type of landscape, and one type of contract. The world has got more complex and challenging. There are lots of ways to publish, and lots of ways to make money (or not…). Now more than ever you want an agent - and a team - who understand (and are able to adapt to) this developing business.
What, for you, is the key to a good story, and can you give some examples of books that really stand out for you?
A MONSTER CALLS by Patrick Ness. I was very moved by that.
AFTER THE SNOW by SD Crockett, one of my authors. Mesmerising. I sent that book out to publishers the day I read it – the first time that's ever happened to me. It was that perfect. And the publishers agreed.
Almost everything by Roald Dahl, for its originality and boldness.
GOODNIGHT MR TOM by Michelle Magorian. Classic, quality storytelling with a big heart.
The MR GUM books by Andy Stanton. Hilarious and pitch perfect. I also really like the David Walliams books. There's something quite gentle and sweet about them, as well as irreverent.
THE DARK IS RISING by Susan Cooper is a masterpiece. It's so big and sweeping and strange and yet so controlled and focused and human. She makes epic look easy.
What do I look for in a submission? A book should have quality in its concept, voice, character, plotting, theme and setting. Of course, debut books seldom come in to us ready to be sold, but in a standout submission you will see potential in all of these elements.
Voice is inevitably hailed as the key ingredient in a strong story, how would you suggest a writer learns to discover and hone "voice"? Which authors stand out for you as having really strong voices?
I expect everyone develops their voice in different ways, but hard work and being true to oneself must always be part of that process. This is not an easy business. And the only thing you surely have is that you are yourself, and different from everyone else.
What do you think is the biggest mistake writers make in submitting material to agents or publishers?
Don't send a first draft. Often a first time writer, or even an established writer, might not have a clear idea of what their book is, or what it's trying to say, at that early stage. If you've finished your book, taken a break from it, looked at the whole and improved it as whole, those first pages, first chapters are going to be stronger. You will know clearly what your book is and where it needs to go – and you're going to get there more effectively.
A first draft is often a mess. Revision is about focusing and refining and that should happen before you let anyone read the whole, even a beta-reader in your writing group.
The publishing industry is continually on the look for the "next big thing" – what is your view about trends and do you look for stories which follow trends or do you look for stories that grab you?
I look for 'forever' books and tend not to follow trends too closely. I'm more concerned with a bigger picture. For example, at the moment there's plenty of great YA but not enough great 9-12 debuts. And there are a lot of dark books, and not that many perky, life-affirming, heart-warming books.
There is plenty of opportunity in not following trends.
You've said in the past that talent doesn't come along all that often, so do you feel the market is set to be dominated by a few big name authors, or do you feel that there is always room for debut authors?
The market will always be dominated by a few, but the bestsellers of tomorrow are today's debut authors.
It's also possible for an author to make a good living even if they're not a big brand name. Mid-list isn't a dirty word.
What is your sense of what publishers are looking for right now?
What they've always looked for, books to love. Something different, something exciting, something moving. Books that are conceptually strong with a great voice. Surprises, I suppose. And masterful storytelling.
What sort of story would grab you right now? Is there anything you're specifically looking for?
Anything that's wonderful! Even if it's a hard sell, if I love it, I'll do everything I can for it.
Are you currently open to submissions and if so, what is your preferred means of contact?
We certainly are. Take a look at our submissions page on our website.
Many thanks to Julia Churchill for this interview.
Thank you for thinking of me.
Please visit the website to find out more about The Greenhouse Literary Agency.
You can "like" The Greenhouse on Facebook.
You can follow The Greenhouse on Twitter.
You can follow Julia Churchill on Twitter.
You can follow Sarah Davies on Twitter.
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12 comments:
- Jo Franklin said...
Great Interview, Nicky.
Julia was the first person I ever met from the professional world of publishing and her enthusiasm and honesty blew me away. It gave me great hope that I wouldn't always be languishing on the slush pile.
- February 28, 2012 at 10:48 AM
- Lesley Moss said...
Lovely interview, thank you both.
- February 28, 2012 at 11:18 AM
- JO said...
Great interview, thank you.
- February 28, 2012 at 11:20 AM
- Sue Hyams said...
Lovely interview with a lovely person. Thanks for this, Nicky!
- February 28, 2012 at 11:21 AM
- catdownunder said...
Interesting! She turned me down but did so in a very positive way. I wish I had read this first.
- February 28, 2012 at 11:39 AM
- kathryn evans said...
Great interview Nicky and Julia - fascinating to see how much an agent needs to pack into a day - I shall be gentle with mine next time she doesn't immediately jump on my e-mails ;o)
The rise of Greenhouse has been a joy to witness - not least because it carries some of my favourite authors with it.
- February 28, 2012 at 11:46 AM
- Ness Harbour said...
Great inteview Nicky and Julia. Absolutely fascinating to read. Thank you both for the time spent on it.
- February 28, 2012 at 12:04 PM
- Nicky Schmidt said...
So glad you've all enjoyed the interview! :-)
- February 28, 2012 at 8:51 PM
- Jackie Marchant said...
That was very interesting, thanks Nicky!
- February 28, 2012 at 10:50 PM
- Rebecca Brown said...
Fab interview Nicky, very interesting and fun!
- February 29, 2012 at 12:36 PM
- Kate said...
Fantastic interview. Very interesting.
- March 1, 2012 at 10:22 AM
- danika said...
Great interview. Julia sounds lovely and upbeat.
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For the first, and last, game from Number 9 Software, programmer Gary Marsh dreamt up a way to combine his two most passionate hobbies: legendary British rock/pop band The Beatles, and obscure Commodore 64 text adventures.
The love child from this sordid relationship? A piece of interactive fiction comprised almost entirely of Beatles lyrics. %26ldquo;You can see a young girl, about seventeen (you know what I mean). The way she looks is way beyond compare.%26rdquo; We%26rsquo;re not making this up; the game%26rsquo;s descriptions are pieced together from the Liverpudlians%26rsquo; entire back catalogue.
To make matters worse, Number 9 wasn%26rsquo;t concerned with confusing the crap out of you by replacing %26ldquo;you can%26rsquo;t do that%26rdquo; style messages with a cryptic %26ldquo;Goo Goo G%26rsquo;Joob?,%26rdquo; and a plea for help gives the eternally unhelpful reply, %26ldquo;You'll get by with a little help from your friends.%26rdquo;
The Fab Four dropped a few members for the Paul McCartney-masterminded film Give My Regards to Broad Street. In the movie, Paul chases a seedy crook that%26rsquo;s pinched his next album%26rsquo;s master recordings, only to find that the thief%26rsquo;s accidentally locked himself in a shed. It flopped.
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Adding height in any manner is almost always a good move. Vaulted ceilings create the illusion of a larger space, and add more light at the same time. There are a few different types of vaulted ceilings you can choose between. We've already covered the cathedral, standard vault, and tray ceiling; now we will take a closer look at the cove ceiling.
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The cove design is characterized by its smooth, concave curves. The ceiling curves upward in a similar shape to a spoon. A cove ceiling can be high and dramatic or just a little higher than the other ceilings within the house. One positive aspect of the coved ceiling is that it can be used even if there is a second story or not a lot of room with the existing roof pitch.
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"Where will KDE be in five years,"asks KDE e.V. board member, Frank Karlitschek, and the K16 planning meetings aim to focus community members 'visions' for the project to answer this question.
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Sophomore Holly Grender helped the Green Wave set a season-best time in the 800 free relay and her leadoff split in the event was a career best as the Green Wave opened the 2014 Conference USA Swimming & Diving Championship with 66 points.
Feb. 26, 2014
ATLANTA - The Tulane University swimming and diving team posted season-best times in the 200 medley and 800 freestyle relays as the Green Wave scored 66 points in day of the 2014 Conference USA Championship on Wednesday evening at the Georgia Tech Campus Recreation Center.
The 200 medley relay unit of sophomores Elizabeth Cook and Mia Schachter along with freshmen Ellie Sills and Jonna Frantz clocked a 1:43.55 and finish sixth in the event. The foursome shaved five-tenths of a second off the previous season-best, and the time on Wednesday ranks third in the Green Wave record book.
The quartet of sophomore Holly Grender, Sills and sophomores Roni Meyer and Rachel Schneider, meanwhile, joined forces to post a 7:30.21 to finish seventh in the 800 free relay. The mark stands as the No. 5 time in Tulane history and is a full six seconds faster than the team's prior best performance. Grender's leadoff split of 1:51.95 is her career best in the 200 free and ranks as the seventh-fastest individual mark in the Tulane annals.
"I am happy with how our team swam tonight," first-year Tulane head coach Katie Robinson said. "It started out rough in the 200 medley relay with our backstroke leg slipping on the start that put her behind by a full body length right at the buzzer. She had to kick like crazy to get going from a dead stop and yet our team didn't fall in seeding. Slipping on the start happens occasionally and I'm proud how our women kept their composure and fought to swim fast.
"Our 800 free relay did very well with three out of the four swimmers going faster than they ever have before. We dropped six more seconds off our best from the season and placed one rank better than expected. It was an exciting night to begin the championships and we look to be great again tomorrow with the start of the individual races."
Tulane's point total on the day has the Green Wave tied for sixth among the nine C-USA schools to sponsor women's swimming and diving. The Wave share sixth place with Old Dominion and hold a two-point lead over eighth-placed Florida Atlantic (64) and a 10-point edge over Marshall (56). Defending C-USA champion Rice leads the league through two events with 96 points, followed by Western Kentucky and East Carolina with 80 each, while North Texas and FIU sit tied for fourth with 74 points apiece.
The 2014 Conference USA Championship meet continues on Thursday with the 500 free, 200 individual medley, 50 free, 200 free relay and three-meter diving before holding the 400 individual medley, 100 fly, 200 free, 100 breast, 100 back, 400 medley relay and one-meter springboard on Friday. The championship concludes on Saturday, March 1, with the 1650 free, 200 back, 100 free, 200 breast, 200 fly, 400 free relay and platform diving.


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Did you see my vintage sign I made using an old playpen? Over on Infarrantly Creative I am challenged each month by one of the local viewers of a lifestyle show in our area called Indy Style. This month I chose an old wooden playpen for my challenge.
There was no way I was refinishing this back to it's original purpose – this thing was an ER visit waiting to happen. But the solid wood definitely had a second life to it. I let the stain peek through white primer and created a personalized sign for the viewer.
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In case you hadn't noticed, today is indeed that day of the week that comes after Thursday and before Saturday (and Sunday…yeah, you know the drill by now). Little surprise, then, that Rebecca Black should choose today to make her national TV debut, making an appearance on Good Morning America earlier today, with an On Air with Ryan Seacrest radio appearance to follow. Sitting down with host Andrea Canning from the comfort of her California home, Black talked about the "Friday" sensation, coping with the haterade, and sent out a personal message to a very special someone in the hopes for an eventual collaboration.
"I really do [feel like I'm in a dream," Black said of the entire "Friday" experience. "I can't tell if I'm awake or not." A celebrity for all of one calendar week, Black showed an impressive resolve and self-awareness when confronted by Canning with some of the mean comments directed towards the video, like "Even deaf people are complaining" (Black: "It doesn't bother me") and "I hate her voice, it's gonna be stuck in my head for life" ("I think that's an accomplishment… it's gonna be stuck in her heads, so that's the point of it, it's a catchy song.")
By her own admission, though, Black wasn't always such a tough cookie. When she first started getting the 'Net hate, of which she said the meanest comment was "I hope you cut yourself, and I hope you get an eating disorder so you'll look pretty…and I hope you go cut and die," she took it much more to heart. "I did cry," Black said of her initial reaction. "I felt like this was my fault, and I shouldn't have done this, and this is all because of me." (Her mom, Georgina Marquez Kelly, had a much more visceral reaction to the comments: "I probably could have killed a few people," she coolly admitted. And she has the know-how to pull it off: Kelly is a veterinarian who performs "in home pet euthanasia.")
But Rebecca persevered, and today she remains confident, if not unrealistic, when assessing her own abilities. "I think I have talent on some level," she told Canning. "I don't think I'm the worst singer, but I don't think I'm the best singer." On request, Black demonstrated her instrument in a more objective, less auto-tuned context, singing the first few bars of "The Star Spangled Banner" in a well-bodied, melodic voice, though one with a noticeable teenage lilt. "Her voice was actually really good," said Ark Music Factory producer Patrice Wilson, when asked how much they had to auto-tune Black's vocal on the song.
Black, who could be heard performing a live acoustic version of "Friday" in between interview segments, was also given a platform to send a message to her "dream duet" partner, Justin Bieber. "I have Bieber fever—I am in love with Justin Bieber." confessed Black. "Justin, if you're watching this right now—would you do a duet with me? That would be unreal, that would just MAKE MY LIFE!!" Black's address to her beloved can be viewed in full below:
Good Morning America concluded their segment on Black by mentioning that she had just passed Bieber on the iTunes chart by reaching No. 39, but since then, the song continues to climb higher and higher, reaching No. 28 by the time of posting. Exactly how high can she get before the internet finally loses interest? We so excited to find out.


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Senior running back Orleans Darkwa plunges in for one of his two touchdowns during Tulane's season-opening 34-7 win over Jackson State.
Aug 29, 2013
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NEW ORLEANS - During his weekly press conference on Tuesday in the James W. Wilson, Jr., Center, second year Tulane head football coach Curtis Johnson said his team would be taking on a "faceless opponent" in the season-opener as he wanted his team to focus on execution and coming away with the ultimate goal of a win no matter who his team was squaring off against.
On the sideline two days later in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, the faces on his sideline were all smiles when the final horn sounded as the Green Wave defeated Jackson State, 34-7, to open the campaign on a high note. Tulane's offense grounded out 158 rushing yards - including a 50-yard, two-touchdown performance by senior running back Orleans Darkwa - and a defense that forced six turnovers courtesy of four interceptions and a pair of fumble recoveries.
"The victory was outstanding tonight," Johnson said. "It's good to be 1-0. There is a lot to improve on. We'll get better as the season goes on. (The running game) was the first thing that we talked about last year at the end of the season. We have to establish the running game. I thought those guys did pretty well.
"When our defensive line puts pressure on the quarterback, (six turnovers) are the kinds of numbers you'll get. That was the same thing we did with (former New Orleans Saints safety Darren) Sharper. He ran about a 5.3 40 (yard dash), but he was just back there getting catches because we put a lot of heat on guys. That's exactly what we want to do."
Tulane's six takeaways and four interceptions were the most by a Green Wave team since forcing eight turnovers on the strength of five picks and two fumble recoveries at Army on Sept. 20, 2003. The offense's rushing effort, meanwhile, was the most by the team since rumbling for 185 yards at Hawai'i on Nov. 26, 2011, in that year's season finale. Thirteen of Tulane's 34 points came after Jackson State turnovers, and the Green Wave's 27-point margin of victory was the team's largest in a season opener since defeating The Citadel, 54-6, on Sept. 19, 1953, at old Tulane Stadium.
The Green Wave wasted little time jumping ahead as sophomore cornerback Lorenzo Doss intercepted a pass on the first drive of the game and Tulane took advantage seven plays later when senior preseason All-American kicker Cairo Santos nailed a 22-yard field goal to stake the home team to a 3-0 lead less than five minutes into the contest.
Following a Jackson State punt on the ensuing possession, the Green Wave got an 11-yard run by junior running back Rob Kelley, a 43-yard pass from junior quarterback Nick Montana to senior wide receiver Ryan Grant and consecutive five-yard runs by Darkwa, the second of which saw the native of Nashville, Tenn., cross the goal line to put Tulane ahead, 10-0.
Two plays later, senior linebacker Kyle Davis picked off a pass to set up a 34-yard Santos field goal and Tulane added a 14-yard scoring strike from Montana to junior wideout Justyn Shackleford with 5:41 to play in the second quarter to send the Green Wave into the locker room at the half with a 20-0 lead. Jackson State had chances to get on the scoreboard twice in the second quarter only to fumble twice inside the Tulane five-yard line and sophomore free safety Darion Monroe and junior strong safety Sam Scofield fell on the respective loose balls to send the Tigers away empty handed.
Senior cornerback Jordan Sullen posted the team's third interception of the game midway through the third quarter to set up a Darkwa one-yard touchdown plunge with 3:30 to play in the period, and Montana found redshirt-freshman wide receiver Devon Breaux from 11 yards out for a score with 9:38 to play in the game to account for Tulane's final tally.
Jackson State avoided the shutout on a nine-yard touchdown run by quarterback Evan Ingram with 4:34 left in regulation, and the Green Wave defense made sure the Tigers would get no closer as rookie cornerback Jarrod Franklin joined the interception parade with a pick of his own with under a minute to go.
Monroe led the team with nine tackles (6 solo, 3 assists) while senior nickelback Derrick Strozier followed with six (2 solo, 4 assists). Sophomore defensive end Royce LaFrance had 1.5 of Tulane's seven tackles for loss and senior defensive end Julius Warmsley posted the squad's lone sack. Grant led the Wave's aerial assault with three receptions for 82 yards.
JSU starting quarterback LaMontiez Ivy paced the Tigers with 133 yards on 9-of-17 passing, but both he and Ingram - who was 6-of-12 for 111 yards - tossed a pair of costly interceptions. Tommy Gooden led all players with 64 rushing yards on 20 carries while Zach Pendleton had a game-high 95 receiving yards on three grabs. John McNabb led the Jackson State defense with 11 stops (9 solo, 2 assists), including a pair of sacks to go with a forced fumble.
The Green Wave return to action on Saturday, Sept. 7, when they play host to South Alabama at 2:30 p.m. in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. For tickets to that game, as well as future Green Wave events, contact the Tulane Athletics Ticket Office. The Ticket Office is located on the first floor of the Wilson Center on Ben Weiner Drive, and tickets can be purchased in person, over the phone at 504-861-WAVE (9283) or via the Internet at www.TulaneGreenWave.com.


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I am looking at the category of graphs. I am learning that if we have a morphism between 2 graphs (where the graphs come via an insertion from the endomaps of sets), then the map itself comes from the insertion from a map in the category of endomaps. They call this fullness. Is it possible to give an example that explains this more clearly? I am not clear on what this means.
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I think you are looking for the definition of a full subcategory. This is defined as follows:
In other words, a subcategory $S \subset C$ is full if the morphisms of $S$ coincide with the ones from $C$.
In your case, I guess the category of graphs is a full subcategory of another category (the one of endomaps of sets maybe? I don't really know what this means).


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"A magnificent book, bursting with profound spiritual insights, from a man who has quickly become one of the greatest spiritual teachers of our time."
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Since his election, Pope Francis's simple message of mercy, service, and renewal has spread to every corner of the world. Through his gentle demeanor, selfless actions, and welcoming call for service to others, Pope Francis has captured the attention of a world longing for an authentic message of hope—we want to hear what he has to say.
Collected from Pope Francis's speeches, homilies, and papers presented during the first year of his papacy, The Church of Mercy is the first Vatican-authorized book detailing his vision for the Catholic Church. From how to be citizens of the world to answering God's call for evangelization, Pope Francis's deep wisdom reminds us that the Church must move beyond its own walls and joyfully bring God's mercy wherever suffering, division, or injustice exists.
Named TIME Magazine's 2013 "Person of the Year," Pope Francis is helping the Church continue toward an authentic Christianity that is faithful to the Gospel and resonant with the world's greatest needs. The Church of Mercy encourages each of us to ignite the flame within to help share the light of Christ and revitalize the Church.
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Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI on 28 February 2013, Bergoglio was named his successor on 13 March. He chose the name Francis in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi. He is the first Jesuit Pope, the first Pope from the Americas, the first Pope from the Southern Hemisphere, and the first non-European Pope in over 1200 years.
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There are so many perks at the Orlando Wonderworks, attempting to try them all, you'll go berserks.
Each way, there's something new, something hands on to do; make a bubble you can step into.
Pilot a virtual ride. Pretend it's an airplane, and you're inside. Try your best not to collide.
Look like an astronaut. Is that a ceiling or a parking lot? Why are things upside down in this spot?
Pardon me, madame, but is that your lovely hologram? See yourself reflected in a fog damn.
I've heard tales about a bed of long, sharp nails. Want to experience it and tell me the details?
Pull up a seat and have a meal that's complete with drinks and pizza that's all you can eat.
That beard is elastic, the disguise looks a tad tragic, but there's definitely comedy with magic.
Laugh at jokes by Tony, be amazed, chowing pizza with pepperoni; it's clever with slapstick baloney.
Giggle until the show is done, then it's time for more fun. Shoot out a laboratory with a gun.
Be a first shot trailblazer. Stalk and scream like a hellraiser, as you tag your friend with a lazer.
Look at an optical illusion and feel a little brain confusion. Is that real, or are you seeing delusion?
Put on your thinking cap. Find yourself on the map. Get harnessed in and snug up the strap.
Dangle from a little rope. Dreams of circus looks to have hope. Balance on a beam with a slope.
Tight rope from the ceiling. Slip; oh, what a feeling. Black light colors have senses reeling.
It's like being on another planet. Don't fall hard like granite. Deodorant's working, pomegranate.
Just grab up and dangle, see the room from a different angle, then hoof one foot over and wrangle
yourself around the ledge. A single rope to balance, dredge up guts to go while rounding the edge.
Conquer any fear of heights. Grip until your knuckle whites. Enjoy the sights with black lights.
Have a seat that correlates with a movie, the feelings are groovy. Challenge friends and vie
to be the one who can relax the best. It's just a short test. Music and lights make it hard to rest.
What's going on inside the painted rose? Is that someone with a long nose? They're without clothes?
Adults chuckle at the bawdy. Here's a hand dripping paint with no body. It's artful, not gaudy.
Think of panic as you feel water temps of Titanic. How long can you endure before going manic?
Use your feet to play piano. Try your hand at free throw. Win a challenge, big smile and eyes aglow.
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Woodhouse, I H; Nichol, C; Sinclair, P; Jack, J; Morsdorf, F; Malthus, T J; Patenaude, G (2011). A multispectral canopy LiDAR demonstrator project. Geoscience and Remote Sensing Letters, 8(5):839-843.
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The first demonstration of a multispectral light detection and ranging (LiDAR) optimized for detailed structure and physiology measurements in forest ecosystems is described. The basic principle is to utilize, in a single instrument, both the capacity of multispectral sensing to measure plant physiology [through normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) and photochemical reflectance index (PRI)] with the ability of LiDAR to measure vertical structure information and generate "hot spot" (specular) reflectance data independent of solar illumination. A tunable laser operated at four wavelengths (531, 550, 660, and 780 nm) was used to measure profiles of the NDVI and the PRI. Laboratory-based measurements were conducted for live trees, demonstrating that realistic values of the indexes can be measured. A model-based analysis demonstrates that the LiDAR waveforms cannot only capture the tree height information but also picks up the seasonal and vertical variation of NDVI inside the tree canopy.
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Dr. John Tyson Jr. has dedicated his life to serving and supporting the values and mission of Christian education. He became Rochester College's ninth president in August 2013.
A native of Hurst, Texas, Tyson's association with Christian education began when he decided to attend Abilene Christian University in 1981. Tyson earned a degree in biblical studies and was an active student, serving as president of the ACU Student Association and being named Mr. ACU. He continued at ACU and earned his master's degree in religious communication in 1982. He then became a Longhorn at the University of Texas, earning his doctorate in rhetorical studies in 1991.
After completing his educational training, Tyson entered into ministry, serving in New Braunfels and Belton, Texas. He then combined his two professional interests in Lubbock, Texas, where he served as chair of the Department of Biblical Literature at Texas Tech University and as campus minister for the Broadway Church of Christ.
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Believing in Tyson's strategic and visionary capabilities, Money asked Tyson to move into ACU's Development Office, where he served for the next 16 years. When in 2010 he stepped down as vice president of development, his record of accomplishment for ACU was notable. He directed fundraising campaigns securing more than $330 million in philanthropic gifts and commitments to ACU. He directed the ACU Centennial Celebration; established the Madagascar Presidential Scholars Program with President Marc Ravalomanana of the Republic of Madagascar; met with Ye Ziao Wen, director-general of state administration for religion for the Republic of China, opening doors to recruit Chinese students to ACU; tripled alumni giving percentage and total donor base; produced major concerts and ceremonies; and won various CASE, Emmy and Telly awards.
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Texas posted another record for wind-power output earlier this month, the state grid operator said on Wednesday.
The amount of electricity produced from wind on the evening of Feb. 9 reached 9,481 megawatts, up 814 MW from the previous record of 8,667 MW set in late January, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) said in a release.
"As wind generation capacity continues to be added in ERCOT and additional transmission lines are being completed to accommodate that generation, we continue to set new records," said Kent Saathoff, ERCOT's vice president of grid operations and system planning.


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During the weekend of 24 and 25 July 2010, more than 100,000 visitors attended one of the most beautiful and talked about festivals in Europe. The 6th edition of Tomorrowland was one that would never be forgotten. A sun-drenched festival, a magic location, wonderful decor, more than 250 artists and in particular the best public in the world! You can relive all of this now with the Tomorrowland DVD 2010. For all of you who were there, this DVD is the ultimate souvenir of an unforgettable weekend. For anyone who missed Tomorrowland 2010, this DVD is the perfect ingredient for getting warmed up for Tomorrowland 2011 which takes place on 23 & 24 July 2011.
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A Look Back At Great Moments In March Madness
From conference tourney play to NCAA action, here's a look at some of the top March moments in UMass history.
First Half Run Leads Stony Brook Past UMass 71-58 In NIT First Round
Freddie Riley goes over the 1,000 point mark for his career.
UMass Hosts Stony Brook In NIT First Round Action
Winner will meet Iowa-Indiana State victor
Late VCU Run Gives Rams 71-62 Win Over Men's Hoops
Minutemen will find out Sunday their postseason fate.
Gritty Effort Advances UMass To A-10 Semifinals, 79-74, Over Temple
Minutemen making back-to-back semifinal appearances for first time since 2000 and 2001.
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ABC40 highlights from UMass' 79-74 win over Temple in the Atlantic 10 Tournament Quarterfinals at the Barclays Center.
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UMass men's basketball highlights from the 83-82 loss to Temple at the Mullins Center.
MBB vs. SBU (NIT)
MBB vs. SBU (NIT) Photos by Thom Kendall '93
MBB vs. BUTLER (SENIOR DAY)
MBB vs. BUTLER (SENIOR DAY) Photos by Thom Kendall '93
MBB vs. DAYTON
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MBB vs. TEMPLE
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CAREER NOTES: Finished his career among the UMass leaders in the following categories - 18th with 1,276 points, 1st with 128 starts and 4th with 132 games played
2012-13 (Sr.):Game-By-Game StatisticsStarted every game and averaged 12.3 points and 3.9 rebounds in 25.9 minutes per game; 13.4 points in 27.3 minutes in A-10 action ... Scored in double figures 22 times and had one double-double ... Posted his lone double-double with team-highs in points (14), rebounds (11) and steals (2) against Miami (Fla.) (12/1/12) ... Had the game-winning tip-in as time expired to lift UMass to a 77-75 win over Providence (11/15/12) in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off, which was named the No. 1 Play of the Day on SportsCenter ... Netted a then career-high 22 points in the win over Elon (12/15/12) in Springfield ... He was 13-of-14 from the line against the Phoenix, nearly tying the school record for consecutive free throws made (14) as he connected on his first 13 before missing in the final seconds of overtime ... 15 points (11 in the first half) and a pair of assists vs. East Carolina (12/22) ... Became the 43rd player in UMass history score 1,000 points when he surpassed the mark with his 10-point, nine-rebound performance at Northern Illinois (12/29/12) ... Opened Atlantic 10 play with three-straight double-figure games - 11 at Saint Louis (1/10/13), 19 at Fordham (1/13/13) and 17 at home against Duquesne (1/17/13) ... His 16 first-half points at Fordham were a career-high, as were his five total assists against Duquesne ... Posted a career-high 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting at Charlotte (2/2/13) ... Made three 3-pointers in consecutive games at Charlotte (2/2/13) and at home vs. Rhode Island (2/6/13) ... Game-high 18 points on 6-of-12 shooting, 2-of-4 from outside, and four assists in the win over Saint Joseph's (2/9/13) ... Continued his strong play with 20 points in 24 minutes at St. Bonaventure (2/20/13) ... Notched his fourth 20-plus point performance of the year and second in three games with a game-high 20 with a career-best four 3-pointers at Xavier (3/2/13) on Saturday ... Team-high 17 points on 6-of-9 shooting (13 pts on 4-of-5 in 13 min. in 2nd half) against Butler (3/7/13) ... Had 15 points, including a huge 3-pointer that put UMass ahead 74-69 with 25 seconds left in the win over Temple (3/15/13) in the A-10 Quarterfinals.
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TC TO EDWARD CHAPMAN; 2 December 1849; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18491202-TC-EC-01; CL 24: 303
Chelsea, 2 Decr 1849—
Dear Sir,
Mr John Davis, Mr Robson's Reader, was of essential service, and did a good deal of work which could not in any sense be called typographical, in regard to those "Lists" adjoined to the Second Volume of the new Cromwell. The "Committee Lists" he as good as did from the foundation (my own man having quite failed there); in the "Long-Parlt List" too he was very useful by his patient and exact revisal of the Ms. in face of the Original Document it had been formed from.1
Both these Pieces I consider to be of real worth, and to enhance sensibly the value of the Book both intrinsically and as an article of sale. Neither of them, as you are aware, nor the "Squire Papers" which precedes them, was any part of my Bargain with you; the whole of these "Adjuncts" are quite a volunteer addition:—so that I am not quite clear who it will be in your opinion, or even in the nature of things, that ought to pay Mr Davis for this trouble of his. Paid, however, he very indisputably must be: and if you say it is I that should pay, why then it shall be I.
The matter being referred to my own valuation by Mr Davis, I will therefore request you to pay him Five Pounds for those extra services; and to charge, if you find it proper, the whole or any part of that sum to my account when we come to settle.
I am bound farther to testify that Mr Davis went into the very bottom of the inquiry (in regard to those "Committee Lists"), and did his work like a man of real accuracy and faithfulness.
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Now in a third edition, Robert M. Sapolsky's acclaimed and successful Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers features new chapters on how stress affects sleep and addiction, as well as new insights into anxiety and personality disorder and the impact of spirituality on managing stress.
As Sapolsky explains, most of us do not lie awake at night worrying about whether we have leprosy or malaria. Instead, the diseases we fear-and the ones that plague us now-are illnesses brought on by the slow accumulation of damage, such as heart disease and cancer. When we worry or experience stress, our body turns on the same physiological responses that an animal's does, but we do not resolve conflict in the same way-through fighting or fleeing. Over time, this activation of a stress response makes us literally sick. Combining cutting-edge research with a healthy dose of good humor and practical advice, Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers explains how prolonged stress causes or intensifies a range of physical and mental afflictions, including depression, ulcers, colitis, heart disease, and more. It also provides essential guidance to controlling our stress responses. This new edition promises to be the most comprehensive and engaging one yet.
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"Excellent and informative"
This book was so good I got it in print. The print version has visuals that I missed in the audio version. The book isn't quite as good as his series of lectures- which I highly recommend. The lectures are a bit more personal and interesting. Also, this narrator's voice was a bit annoying. Sapolsky's own voice is much better. I would suggest you buy the lectures (search Sapolsky on audible) and get this book in print (third edition).
"Ack! Now I'm stressed about how stressed I am!"
No, really, this book was extremely well narrated and very interesting. Makes what could be boring medical stuff fun to listen to. Some of us handle the stressors in our modern lives better than others and the author does give tips in the last chapter on how these people do it.
"More about the physiology of stress"
This book is more about the physiology of stress than coping with stress. It also covers a lot of studies about the impact of stress on animals... some useful, some not (unless you can translate how an animal fighting to be alpha male in a pack would apply in your own life). There was also a lot of technical information about how the body and brain work when stressed.
"The narrator is awful"
I love Robert Sapolsky and his research, but the narration of this book... I don't know, may be it would be appropriate in some provincial drama theater, but for an audiobook it's completely inappropriate. the narrator's voice rises and falls in volume 5 times per sentence, sometimes in the middle of the word, and as a result some words are too loud and the very next word you have to strain your hearing to understand. If you are driving, the quieter words are completely lost in the road noise, and you have to reconstruct them from the context. All that makes listening very stressful, which is very ironic considering the content. Someone needs to explain to the narrators like this that cheap drama belongs somewhere else, and in an audiobook that is frequently being listened to in places where there's a lot of ambient noise shouting one word and whispering another is not a good idea.
See above regarding the narration.
"Fabulous Book / LOUSY Reader"
Exaggerated emphasis, stagey inflection. Berkot's rollar coaster reading is highly distracting, injects ambiguity as to the meaning of some sentences and ruins the enjoyment of the text. Half David Biencouli, half 1950's William Shatner-- NOT an appropriate voice for scientific material.
Not if Peter Berkot were narrating it. I've already purchased a documentary, based on Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers, and Sapolsky is a far better better, more engaging interpreter of his work than Berkot.
Unfortunately, this is a prime example of a wonderful book ruined by a bad reading.I had read this book years ago, love the author, had heard Sapolsk lecture in person, and was really looking forward to what I thought would be a fun review of great material. But Peter Berkot's reading of Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers wrecked my happy anticipation. Many scientific and historical authors make the rounds on TV talk shows or radio interview programs, giving their audience the opportunity to hear them read and/or discuss their manuscript in their own voice. Not all are scintillating lecturers, but they have an engaging enthusiasm for the material which sustains the audience, and which no grade C actor or professional reader ever manages to capture. Whether or not the author is "professional" in reading their material aloud, matters less than hearing the author's own intended inflection, emphasis and enthusiasm. A stagey reading by a professional reader, destroys the mood and introduces ambiguity, causing uncertainty as to the author's meaning in some cases.
I love AUDIBLE! I never get mad at traffic jams and can listen to many different books, despite of my short time.
"A great pick!"
I bought this book in an audible promotion- 3 books with 2 credits. And I am glad I did it. I loved Robert Sapolsky's style, his extensive research and the way he puts it into words and stories. I listened to it as a doctor and, wow!, there were many things I did not know about stress... The reading is easy, and very entertaining. Great book!
Faced with mindless duty, when an audio book player slips into a rear pocket and mini buds pop into ears, old is made new again.
Robert Sapolsky explains stress is related to the presence of glucocorticoids (steroid hormones) in the body. However, the meaning of "presence" is like the fable of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Like Goldilocks' entrance into the bears' house, glucocorticoids in the body can either be too much or too little. Glucocorticoid presence in the body must be just right to be good for humans. Being just right is dependent on the cause of stress, quantity of glucocorticoid hormones, and the effect of glucocorticoid presence in the body.
"Very repetitive, not sure about his audience"
Definitely not what I was expecting. I enjoyed the first few chapters, getting a basic understanding of how the stress response plays out in our bodies. But then it dawned on me that the whole book was just a 17 hour-long reading of physiology. Let's spend an hour learning how the immune system works, how stress affects it, and a random lab experiment I found interesting. Then let's learn about the reproductive system. Then let's learn about the skeletal system. Every half hour he'll say something about a zebra running through a savanna being chased by a lion and not worrying about his mortgage, which apparently gives us this title that sucked me in. I just don't know who this book was aimed at - someone wanting this much anatomy would look for a real textbook, and this wasn't either a comedy or a self-help book.
"Some good points, but a stressful listen"
I wasn't thrilled about this one, but I did learn a few things. Mostly I learned what happens in our bodies when we encounter stress, how many things can influence stressful reactions, and how bad stress is for our bodies.
DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU ARE STRESSED! There is even a point in the book where the author says something that amounts to: "If you aren't stressed out by now, you haven't been listening." So much for the "coping" part of the advertisement for the book.
HOWEVER, if you are stressed and you don't know what is causing it, you may find the answer in this book. If you really want to know about the hormonal changes that take place in your body when you are stressed, this is the book for you. If you need more evidence that an angry disposition is bad for your body, please listen to this audiobook. BUT...don't look to this book for stress relief. The author doesn't really approach that topic - he deals primarily with stress itself.
I must say that having a better understanding of what is going on when I get stressed may help me in the long run, but listening to the description of it was very stressful. The narration was OK - not stellar, not horrible. I sped it up to get through it because this book was stressing me out.
I also didn't appreciate the use of pornographic quotes (somewhere around the end of chapter 2 or beginning of chapter 3 if you want to skip it) to demonstrate stress during sexual arousal. Also...don't listen to this without headphones if children are around, there is a lot about sex in this book. Most of it is scientific, but I thought that going into the sex lives of hyenas was a bit much. (No, I'm not kidding. He did that.)
On the other hand, I have to give him kudos for approaching the touchy, but very real, topic of self blame for diseases like cancer when patients believe or have been led to believe that their own stress habits or their lack of belief in thier own ability to cure themselves are the cause of the diseases they face. I agree with the author that that sort of "stress relief" taught by people who would profit from it is cruel and very damaging.
On the whole, listen to this audiobook for scientific purposes, but if you're stressed out, find another book.
"Great information - just too much of it!"
This is a very in depth book on stress. You will leave it knowing the precise chemical and neurological responses caused by stress and their impacts on the body. Unfortunately, it was really too much information for me. I would recommend listening to an abridged version.
"Interesting Stuff"
Wow, interesting if a little depressing at points. But I'm now definitely better informed about glucocorticoids! Didn't enjoy the narration.
"My favorite author!"
I am a big fan of Dr Robert Sapolsky. This book is very fascinating.
Dr Sapolsky takes his reader on a great journey. I watch a lot of his lectures on YouTube.
"Loads of info"
Well narrated, funny in places with loads of good info. I'll summarise for you; relax, don't sweat the small stuff, make friends, make love, exercised regularly and don't eat crap.
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The Central Delaware Blues Society will host its inaugural musical festival, the Roadhouse Blues Fest, at Jonathan's Landing Golf Course in Magnolia from 1 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 31.
Local and national blues acts will take the stage, including performances by Johnny and Zep (1 p.m.), lower case blues (2:30 p.m.), Eric Steckel (4:30 p.m.) and Chris Duarte (6 p.m.). In addition, food and drink vendors will be on site.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, hats and sunscreen. No pets are allowed. Glass containers, alcohol and outside food also are not allowed
Tickets are $15 for the public and $10 for CDBS members. Admission is free for children younger than 12. Admission also will be free for anyone who pays the CDBS's $25 annual membership fee on the day of the festival.
The Roadhouse Blues Fest is a rain-or-shine event. The music will be moved into the clubhouse if it rains, although seating then may be limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. The facility is friendly to those who have disabilities and there are ramps that provide access to restrooms.
The Central Delaware Blues Society is a nonprofit organization devoted to celebrating blues music. For more information about the Roadhouse Blues Fest or the CDBS, visit centraldelawareblues.com.
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August 15, 2012
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz opened the Extraordinary Islamic Solidarity Summit in Makkah yesterday evening in the presence of presidents, prime ministers, kings, and heads of delegations from a number of Islamic countries. The gathering is scheduled to last two days.
In his inaugural speech, King Abdullah welcomed the leaders and called upon them to tackle the problems of the Muslim world in a unified fashion. "The Islamic nation is currently living in a state of sedition and disunity that has led to bloodshed of its people in this holy month in many parts of our Islamic world, ignoring God's verse that 'Persecution is worse than slaughter,'" he stated. "The ideal solution to all that I have mentioned will not take place except through solidarity, tolerance and moderation and also through standing side by side to face whoever tries to harm our religion and unity." King Abdullah insisted, "If we observed justice, then we could conquer injustice, if we practiced moderation, then we conquer extremism and if we reject dispersion, then we could keep our unity, strength and determination, God willing."
To work towards to these goals, King Abdullah stated, "I suggest hereby the establishment of a center for dialogue among Islamic sects to come to common terms, with the city of Riyadh as its headquarters and, upon recommendation by the Secretariat General and the Ministerial Council, its members be selected from within the Islamic Summit Conference."
During his own remarks, Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Ihsan Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu announced that the OIC and the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs had signed a Headquarters Agreement. King Abdullah, he said, has issued a directive to build a permanent OIC headquarters, as a gift from the King to the Islamic world and the OIC. The Secretary General thanked the Saudi monarch for holding this important summit, saying, "In the land of revelation and the most sacred place in the world, the leaders of the Islamic world came here in response to your invitation for an Extraordinary Islamic Solidarity Summit. More than a billion and half Muslims around the world prayed to God Almighty to unite their leaders to overcome the crises, hoping that this summit will be a means to overcome the risks and dangers facing the Muslim world."
After the conclusion of the opening session, a closed-door meeting was held.
The Saudi delegation to the Extraordinary Islamic Solidarity Summit includes Crown Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz; Prince Miteb bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud; Makkah Governor Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz; Advisor to the King Prince Abdul-Ilah bin Abdulaziz; Interior Minister Prince Ahmad bin Abdulaziz; Special Envoy of the King Prince Muqrin bin Abdulaziz; Chief of General Intelligence Prince Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz; and Deputy Foreign Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz.
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Spring 2002: Second team All-Conference USA selection for the second straight season... Ranked as high as 83rd by the ITA and had a final ranking of 98th... Posted a 14-9 record in singles play, with five of those losses coming to ranked opponents... Chosen as the Conference USA Player of the Week on April 2 after posting singles wins against ranked South Alabama and VCU teams... Had wins against three players who finished the season ranked in the ITA Top 100 - VCU's Martina Nedelkova (34th), Oregon's Daria Panova (64th) and Iowa's Toni Neykova (8th)... Won her final four completed matches and was unbeaten in her final six... Opened the season with wins in five of her first seven matches... Was 16-5 at No. 2 doubles with Ana Saaibi... First-team All-Louisiana Sports Writers' Association... Named to the C-USA Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll... Earned ITA Scholar-Athlete All-America honors.
Fall 2001: Played in just three matches during fall tournament play, posting a 2-1 record... Posted a win over South Alabama's Josien Boverhof at the Tulane Green Wave Classic.
Spring 2001: Second team All-Conference USA selection... Recorded a 15-7 record in dual match singles competition... Was 13-4 at her customary No. 2 singles spot... Unbeaten in the last 12 matches of the season and was 12-1 in her last 13 completes matches... Won two matches at the Conference USA Tournament... Posted a win in the Green Wave's upset of Texas A&M in the first round of the NCAA Tournament... Had wins over nationally ranked Monika Schmid and Jessica Roland... Named to the Conference USA Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll.
Fall 2000: Finished the fall with a 7-7 record in tournament play... Won her first match at each of the four team tournaments that the Green Wave participated in... Won a pair of matches at the South Alabama Invitational... Also won two at the Alabama-hosted Roberta Allison Fall Classic... Was 2-2 in three-set matches.
Spring 2000: Turned in a sucessful opening campaign with a 12-9 mark in singles play... Played primarily at the No. 3 spot with a 10-7 mark... Was also 2-1 at No. 4 singles... Won five of her first six matches at the No. 3 position... Posted a win in the C-USA Tournament... Recorded a 4-3 mark in three-set matches... Posted a win against Vanderbilt's No. 69 Kristy Blumberg.
Fall 1999: Finished the Fall season with a 6-5 record, including three wins at the Roberta Allison Fall Classic... Also opened the Rice Invitational with two wins... Won five of her first six collegiate matches... Reached the Round of 32 at the ITA Southwest Regional Tournament.
Prep: Ranked as high as No. 42 in singles and No. 10 in doubles among U.S. juniors... Claimed the Florida state championship in both singles and doubles as a senior at Western High School... Named Broward County Player of the Year as a sophomore, junior and senior... Played No. 1 singles and doubles all four years under head coach Vince Grossi.
Personal: Julie Anne Morris was born Sept. 14, 1980 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla... The daughter of Roger and Lisa Morris... Has a younger sister Carly and a younger brother Jeffery... Is the granddaughter of Rhoda Sheldon.