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Encryption: Protecting Your Data
5 Recommendations | Encryption Software | Encryption Principles
Why Encryption is Necessary
Not that many years ago, data encryption was relatively unknown to most computer users. Many realized that governments and corporations used this protection, but why did they need it?
In 2000, most people only had a desktop computer and many of them connected to the Internet using a telephone modem (dialup). Interactions with the Internet were relatively brief and their computers only left home (or the office) when going to the repair shop.
Portability Increases Risk
Today, most folks are mobile, using laptops as well as smart phones and other devices that often contain a lot of personal information as do the USB drives and thumb drives we used to store and transfer data. All are at greater risk for loss or theft because they are portable.
Data Encryption Moves Mainstream
Windows 7 Ultimate includes BitLocker Drive Encryption and the Encrypting File System. This capability is easily obtained for other Windows versions by installing third-party software.
But how secure is that encryption software?
Snowden Reveals Massive NSA Access
Edward Snowden, a former contractor for the NSA, revealed that NSA has backdoors into virtually all operating systems and commercial encryption software — realtime access into anybody's computer was a reality.
Terrorism Threat Exploited
Governments and corporations are using the threat of terrorism to spy on their own citizens without any oversight from independent third parties and changing laws that protect your privacy so they become ineffective. Everything they have is a state secret, but nothing of yours is. It is this morally-bankrupt status that Snowden felt compelled to reveal.
The NSA has turned the fabric of the internet into a vast surveillance platform, but they are not magical. They're limited by the same economic realities as the rest of us, and our best defense is to make surveillance of us as expensive as possible. — Bruce Schneier
[T]he one top-secret program the NSA desperately did not want us to expose was QUANTUM. This is the NSA's program for what is called packet injection — basically, a technology that allows the agency to hack into computers. — Data and Goliath: The Hidden Battles to Capture Your Data and Control Your World by Bruce Schneier
Privacy Laws are Outdated
Privacy laws developed in the days of snail mail are no longer sufficient. The requirements to obtain legal access to U.S. mail are more relaxed while it is in transit. However, our email and data is increasingly stored outside of our computers permanently as we are using systems like DropBox, Gmail and Google Docs to manage our documents.
Everyone is Hacking
The assumptions that only the "good guys" are using these tools is ignorant. We now live in a world where anyone has access to these tools at the cost of both individual privacy and national security.
This has weakened the Internet everywhere as well as the attractiveness of U.S. technology overseas.
Encryption is the Only Defense
The only self defense from all of the above is universal encryption. Universal encryption is difficult and expensive, but unfortunately necessary.
Encryption doesn't just keep our traffic safe from eavesdroppers, it protects us from attack. DNSSEC validation protects DNS from tampering, while SSL armors both email and web traffic.
There are many engineering and logistic difficulties involved in encrypting all traffic on the internet, but its one we must overcome if we are to defend ourselves from the entities that have weaponized the backbone. — Nicholas Weaver
What Can You Do? Five Recommendations
Don't be fooled that your communications are uninteresting — that only the "bad guys" are targets.
The NSA is spending incredible amounts of money to ensure that it can see into your computer, compromise your network and to record your phone calls, then storing the information for later study.
In NSA surveillance: A guide to staying secure, Bruce Schneier listed five pieces of advice:
- Hide in the network. Implement hidden services. Use Tor to anonymize yourself. Yes, the NSA targets Tor users, but it's work for them. The less obvious you are, the safer you are.
- Encrypt your communications. Use TLS. Use IPsec. Again, while it's true that the NSA targets encrypted connections — and it may have explicit exploits against these protocols — you're much better protected than if you communicate in the clear.
- Assume that while your computer can be compromised, it would take work and risk on the part of the NSA — so it probably isn't. If you have something really important, use an air gap. Since I started working with the Snowden documents, I bought a new computer that has never been connected to the internet. If I want to transfer a file, I encrypt the file on the secure computer and walk it over to my internet computer, using a USB stick. To decrypt something, I reverse the process. This might not be bulletproof, but it's pretty good.
- Be suspicious of commercial encryption software, especially from large vendors. My guess is that most encryption products from large US companies have NSA-friendly back doors, and many foreign ones probably do as well. It's prudent to assume that foreign products also have foreign-installed backdoors. Closed-source software is easier for the NSA to backdoor than open-source software. Systems relying on master secrets are vulnerable to the NSA, through either legal or more clandestine means.
- Try to use public-domain encryption that has to be compatible with other implementations. For example, it's harder for the NSA to backdoor TLS than BitLocker, because any vendor's TLS has to be compatible with every other vendor's TLS, while BitLocker only has to be compatible with itself, giving the NSA a lot more freedom to make changes. And because BitLocker is proprietary, it's far less likely those changes will be discovered. Prefer symmetric cryptography over public-key cryptography. Prefer conventional discrete-log-based systems over elliptic-curve systems; the latter have constants that the NSA influences when they can.
I strongly recommend reading the entire article for the context and to understand what Schneier is saying.
Encryption Software
There are a number of good encryption solutions. Pretty Good Privacy (now owned by Symantec) was one of the original products.
- Pretty Good Privacy on Wikipedia.
Folder Encryption Solutions
SafeHouse Explorer
SafeHouse Explorer is a free encryption solution for disks and memory sticks.
- SafeHouse Explorer uses passwords and maximum-strength 256-bit advanced encryption to completely hide and defend your sensitive files, including photos, videos, spreadsheets, databases and just about any other kind of file that you might have.
Cypherix has a number of products including corporate solutions.
- Cryptainer LE a free disk encryption software, creates multiple 25 MB of encrypted and password protected drives/containers.
- Secure IT encrypts all your files and folders. All you need to do is select a file you want to encrypt and assign a password.
- Cryptainer PE protects your data by creating multiple encrypted vaults for all your files and folders using 448-bit strong encryption without changing the way you work.
WinMagic SecureDoc
WinMagic specializes in securing data using SecureDoc Anywhere, Everywhere, No-Compromise Security including cross-platform solutions like SecureDoc Cloud. See the WinMagic eStore for
- SecureDoc Standalone for Windows full disk encryption for Windows;
- SecureDoc Standalone with FFE for Windows (which adds file and folder encryption); or
- SecureDoc for Servers.
A review of the Mac version gave WinMagic a 6.7 out of 10, noting that it had a small memory and storage footprint. The main concern was that the software was perhaps too complex and powerful for casual users.
Drive-Encryption Solutions
TrueCrypt was a free open-source disk encryption software for Windows 7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X and Linux.
WARNING: Using TrueCrypt is not secure. You should download TrueCrypt only if you are migrating data encrypted by TrueCrypt.
The development of TrueCrypt was ended in 5/2014 after Microsoft terminated support of Windows XP. Windows 8/7/Vista and later offer integrated support for encrypted disks and virtual disk images. Such integrated support is also available on other platforms (click here for more information). You should migrate any data encrypted by TrueCrypt to encrypted disks or virtual disk images supported on your platform. — TrueCrypt site
The TrueCrypt site recommends migrating from TrueCrypt to BitLocker (instructions are provided).
Bitlocker is not recommended by Bruce Schneier (see recommendation 5) because it is more likely to have a NSA back door:
[I]t's harder for the NSA to backdoor TLS than BitLocker, because any vendor's TLS has to be compatible with every other vendor's TLS, while BitLocker only has to be compatible with itself, giving the NSA a lot more freedom to make changes. And because BitLocker is proprietary, it's far less likely those changes will be discovered.
FreeOTFE is a free, open source, "on-the-fly" transparent disk encryption program for PCs and PDAs that allows you to encrypt the entire drive.
- Supports all versions of Windows from Windows 2000 onwards (including Windows 7).
- No need to install it; making it ideal for use on USB memory drives, etc.
- Highly portable. Not only does FreeOTFE offer portable mode, eliminating the need for it to be installed before use, it also offers FreeOTFE Explorer — a system which allows FreeOTFE volumes to be accessed not only without installing any software, but also on PCs where no administrator rights are available. This makes it ideal for use with USB flash drives, and when visiting Internet Cafês, where PCs are available for use, but only as a standard user.
More About Encryption
These sites have useful information on encryption:
- A guide to PGP encryption from Data Recovery Labs.
- Peter Gutmann's encryption and security tutorial.
- Matt Blaze's cryptography resource will give you more insight to this technology and the various issues, including legal issues.
- Old Technopanic in New iBottles looks at arguments for and against "back doors" to encryption software.
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The phalanx of floats spreading holiday cheer, be it fake snow or bubbles, kick start the Lamps' holiday season.
Over the years, the number of parade floats have gone up, he observed. The Avon Park resident also has seen more dance floats perform.
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Long's Air Conditioning came with its Carrier chopper flipping its wings as fake snow slowly settled on its nose.
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Magda Rivera, whose son, Ricardo, owns Charming Thrift Store, which opened in August in downtown Avon Park, was handing out lollipops and candy canes next to their Christmas tree.
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Josh Johnson felt the Christmas tree village added a nice touch to the festive air. He comes to the parade every year for his 8-year-old daughter, Amara.
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"I meet a bunch of different people," he said.
While Jandell Marcano was waiting for Santa Claus, his younger brother, Jarielle, was also celebrating his sixth birthday Monday.
"That's all fun," he smiled, when asked what his favorite part was.
While Jarielle was probably still busy opening birthday presents, at least another kid had a certain yearning when she saw wrapped boxes under the trees in the Candy Cane Lane area.
"Oh my Gosh! I want a present," she shouted, walking past the decorated trees.

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King Los & Paypa turn their backs on the haters and throw shade on things they dont fuck with on their collaboration 'I Dont Fuck With That'. This will be featured on Paypa's "Kim Jong Ill" mixtape dropping 12.12.12.
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Music Education Programs
If you sense the Lord leading you to use your musical talents in a school setting, you can choose training for an elementary school, a secondary school, or both. These programs combine music theory and practical training to equip you to teach vocal and instrumental music. The solid Bible education you receive in these programs helps you establish and lead a music program that honors the Lord.
Faith offers three options in the Music Education program.
• Grades K-8 (five-year)
• Grades 5-12 (five-year)
• Grades K-8 and 5-12 (five-year)
Core Courses in the Music Education Program
Music Courses
• Music Theory I, II, III, IV
• String Methods
• Brass Methods
Education Courses
• Education Seminar I and II
• Praxis: Theory to Practice
Areas of Proficiency
All music majors are required to have both a primary and secondary applied music proficiency. The primary proficiency will be voice, piano, organ, or an orchestral instrument. The secondary proficiency will be determined by the student's primary proficiency as follows:
Orchestral Instrument
Music Application
If you desire to enter one of the music programs, you will need to submit an additional music application form, have an audition before one of the Music Department faculty, and take the Music Theory Diagnostic Test before final acceptance into the program. Contact the Admissions Office or the Music Department for details.
State Licensing
The Christian School Program at Faith, which includes the Music Education program, is approved by the Iowa Department of Education so that the graduates are eligible to receive the state's initial license for teaching in public or Christian schools. This program requires a 14-week student teaching experience in the student's last semester.
Musical talent is a gift from God, which the Christian should develop and use for His glory. The Music Ministry programs at Faith help the student to formulate a Biblical philosophy of music and ministry. They are designed to hone those skills that will enable the student to provide excellent spiritual and musical leadership in a local church or a Christian school. A student may choose to major in Sacred Music, Music Education (K-8, 5-12, or both), or add a music ministries emphasis to a program in the Local Church Ministries or the Assistant Pastor.
So why should you choose one of the music programs at this school? If you have an insatiable passion for God and music ministry, either in the local church or the Christian school, you will graduate from Faith having received a strong Biblical and musical foundation from highly qualified faculty members who love God, love their subject matter, love their students, and love to impart their excitement, knowledge, and wisdom to their students. These qualities are the hallmarks of educational experience worth pursuing for the glory of God.
Dr. Dougherty came to Faith in 2003 with a strong academic and ministry background in music. He focuses on the instrumental program at Faith, leading the chapel orchestra and the Faith Community Orchestra. He also directs the Music Education program. In addition to his work at Faith, Dr. Dougherty is the director of Artisans in Brass, a brass ensemble that ministers in churches and public events. Dr. Dougherty and his family are active members of Ankeny Baptist Church in Ankeny.
• B.A., Piedmont Bible College
• North Carolina School of the Arts
• M.M., University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• D.M.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• Post-graduate work in Music Education and Conducting, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Teaching and Ministry Experience
• Instructor, Piedmont Bible College
• Director of Christian Service, Piedmont Bible College
• Professor of Music, Piedmont Bible College
• Interim and full-time Minister of Music, Triad Baptist Church, Kernersville, North Carolina
• Adjunct Faculty, Piedmont Bible College
• Part-time Minister of Music, Twin City Baptist Church, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
• Graduate Assistant, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• Founder and director, Artisans in Brass
• Faculty, Faith Baptist Bible College
Brass methods
Chapel Orchestra
Concert Band/Orchestra
Instrumental Ensemble Methods
Instrumental Lessons
Music Appreciation
Music in the Elementary Classroom
Teaching Elementary Music
Teaching Secondary Music
Contact Dr. Dougherty about the Music Education program at Faith.
964.0601 ext. 364
Faith is privileged to have a piano teacher of the caliber of Mrs. Becky Collogan. She came to Faith with an extensive background as an accomplished pianist and an expert piano teacher. Becky and her husband, Jim, live in Ankeny and are active members of Ankeny Baptist Church where she is the lead pianist.
B.S., University of Northern Iowa
Teaching Experience
• Dunkerton Public Schools, Dunkerton, Iowa, 1973-1974;
• Grandview Park Baptist School, Des Moines, Iowa, 1974-1984
• Bob Jones Elementary School, 1984-1987
• Grandview Park Baptist School, Des Moines, Iowa, 1987-1993
• Centennial Christian School, Seoul, South Korea, 1994-1995
• Mission Oaks Christian School, Kansas City, Kansas, 1995-1997
• Grandview Park Baptist School, Des Moines, Iowa, 2000-2003
• Adjunct Faculty, Faith Baptist Bible College, 2003-
In addition to her teaching on the high school and college levels, Mrs. Collogan also maintains an active private piano studio.
Contact Mrs. Collogan for information about piano instruction.
Piano Instructor
964.0601 ext. 222
Mr. LaFleur is Faith's premier pianist and piano instructor. His style, abilities, and spiritual character enable him not just to play the piano well but to minister to people through it. In addition to his piano instruction, he leads the Faith handbell ensemble that performs at campus events and in churches. Mr. LaFleur captures the essence of a true Christian musician. Mr. LaFleur and his family live in Bondurant and are active members of Maranatha Baptist Church in Grimes.
• B.S., Faith Baptist Bible College
• M.S.M. in Sacred Music, Pensacola Christian College
• Graduate work, Drake University
• National Certified Teacher of Music from Music Teachers National Association
• Assistant Bookstore Manager, Faith Baptist Bible College
• Director of Extension, Faith Baptist Bible College
• Director of Alumni/Extension, Faith Baptist Bible College
• Faculty, Faith Baptist Bible College
Choral Writing & Arranging
Music Appreciation
Music Theory I, II, III, IV
Contact Mr. LaFleur for information about Faith's handbell ensemble and piano instruction.
964.0601 ext. 228
Dr. Van Hooser has devoted his life to vocal and choral music. He combines a strong academic background with extensive ministry experience to enable him to lead
Faith's Music Ministries Department with excellence. Dr. Van Hooser directs the Faith Chorale, leads the annual Chorale tour, and periodically plans an extended European tour. As department chair, he also oversees the Music Education programs. Dr. Van Hooser and his family are active members of Grandview Park Baptist Church in Des Moines.
• B.S.M., Baptist Bible College of Pennsylvania
• B.S., Bob Jones University
• M.A., Bob Jones University
• Post-graduate work in choral conducting and methods, Westminster Choir College
• Eastman School of Music
• D.M.A., University of Cincinnati, College Conservatory of Music
Teaching and Ministry Experience
• Graduate assistant, Bob Jones University
• Choral Director/Performer, The Proclaimers, Inc.,
• Instructor, Appalachian Bible College, Bradley, West Virginia,
• Part-time Minister of Music, Bible Center Church
• Part-time Minister of Music, Daniels Bible Church, Daniels, West Virginia
• Associate Professor, Baptist Bible College of Pennsylvania
• Part-time Minister of Music, Heritage Baptist Church, Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
• Part-time Minister of Music, Forestville Baptist Church, Cincinnati, Ohio
• Faculty, Faith Baptist Bible College
Advanced Conducting
Choral Methods
Elementary Conducting
Music and Worship
Sacred Choral Literature
Contact Dr. Van Hooser to learn more about the Music Ministries Department at Faith.
Chair of the Department
964.0601 ext. 248
Ministry Opportunities
Schools today are looking for good music teachers. With the Music Education degree from Faith, you are equipped to lead a music program in a Christian or public school. You will have skills to lead a choir, band, orchestra, and ensembles, and you will be able to teach music classes. And, depending on your background and skill level, you may able to teach private lessons as well. The strong Biblical foundation of this degree prepares you to lead a music program that honors Christ.
Music Courses
M-MU 101 Music Theory I (3) A thorough study of music fundamentals including pitch notation, clefs, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads and their inversions, rhythmic notation, and beginning four-part vocal writing. The study of intervallic and melodic dictation and sight-singing (solfeggio) are also included. Time is spent encouraging students to develop a Biblical standard of music for their personal lives.
M-MU 102 Music Theory II (3) A review of primary triads and their inversions, the study of secondary triads, their inversions, melodic harmonization, non-chord tones, diatonic seventh chords, and writing for the piano. Common-practice period writing is analyzed. Aural skills (sight-singing, dictation) and keyboard proficiency skills will also be continued. Prerequisite: M-MU 101 Music Theory I
M-MU 201 Music Theory III (3) A study of seventh chords and diatonic modulation, secondary dominants, chromatic modulation, borrowed chords, and the Neapolitan. Extensive study of aural skills, analysis, and sight-singing continue. Prerequisite: M-MU 102 Music Theory II
M-MU 202 Music Theory IV (3) A study of additional modulation techniques, augmented sixth chords, modes, impressionist techniques, and 20th century harmonic techniques. Continued development of aural skills is stressed, with a strong emphasis on analysis, sight-singing, and dictation. The student will also produce three original compositions. Prerequisite: M-MU 201 Music Theory III
M-MU 203 Music History I (3) A survey of the historical development of Western art music from ancient civilizations through the Baroque era, within the framework of a Biblical worldview. Offered alternate years.
M-MU 204 Music History II (3) A survey of the historical development of Western art music from the pre-classical era to the present, within the framework of a Biblical worldview. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: M-MU 203 Music History I
M-MU 303 Elementary Conducting (3) An introduction to basic conducting techniques (patterns, fermatas, releases, cues) for choral and instrumental groups. Application of conducting skills to achieve a desired style, mood, tempo. dynamics, and interpretation is also covered. Score preparation is discussed. Offered alternate years.
M-MU 304 Advanced Conducting (3) A continuation of Elementary Conducting (M-MU 303), designed to sharpen the skills already acquired and to develop an ability to communicate the more subtle nuances of music through stylistic conducting. Rehearsal and platform procedures and advanced score preparation are discussed. Exposure to instrument conducting will be given. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: M-MU 303 Elementary Conducting
M-MU 307 Music Philosophy Seminar (0) A 3-4 week course primarily for Music Education majors. It covers analysis and discussion of sacred music philosophies with a view to formulating a Scriptural philosophy of sacred music. Class is graded on a pass/fail basis. Offered alternate years.
M-MU 308 Choral Methods (3) A study of choral methods and materials for all choirs (children through adult). Choral programming is also discussed.
M-MU 309 String Methods (1) Designed to prepare music education majors to teach the orchestral stringed instruments by learning the fundamentals of playing each instrument in a hands-on experience and by the study of current methodology and teaching technique.
M-MU 310 Woodwind Methods (1) Pedagogical techniques for use with beginning woodwind players. Emphasizes instrument position, embouchure, fingering, and materials.
M-MU 312 Instrumental Ensemble Methods (3) Practical training in the development and leadership of instrumental ensembles in the church and school. Instrumental ranges, transpositions, and timbres are emphasized, along with methods and materials for ensembles and soloists.
M-MU 413 Brass Methods (1) Pedagogical techniques for use with beginning brass players. Emphasis is upon fundamental playing techniques, materials, and practical implementation for church and school settings.
M-MU 415 Percussion Methods (1) Pedagogical techniques for use with beginning percussion players. Emphasizes basic percussion rhythm patterns, stick positions, other techniques, and materials.
Ensemble (M-MU)
Ensemble participation is required for those with a music major or emphasis. All ensembles are taken for credit at no additional charge. All participants must commit to the high standards of the group (including the year-long commitment), whether the course is taken for credit or not.
M-MU 121, 122 Chorale (1 per semester) An organization of approximately 40 voices selected after audition before the choral faculty. Acceptability based upon good voice quality and musicianship (with a high priority on sight-reading). Exposure is given to varied types and styles of sacred choral literature. All members make a year-long commitment to the organization and participate in the Christmas concert, spring tour, spring concert, commencement activities, and a limited number of weekend performances before credit is given.
M-MU 125, 126 Handbell Ensemble (1 per semester) An organization of students selected after audition before the music faculty. Acceptability is based upon ability to read music well, along with good rhythmic skills. Ensemble members make a year-long commitment and participate in all scheduled events.
M-MU 127, 128 Concert Band/Orchestra (1 per semester) Open to all students on the basis of audition. Members make a year-long commitment and are involved in chapel, Bible and Missions conferences, Christmas concert, spring concert, commencement activities, and a limited number of ministry assignments, on and off campus, throughout the year.
Applied Lessons (M-MA)
Music lessons are given to those who are in the Music Ministries program or who have an emphasis in music ministries. Others who desire private lessons should confer with the music faculty before registering for lessons. All applied lessons students are required to practice 5-8 hours per week for each 25-30 minute lesson.
M-MA 060, 061 Piano Class (1) A course of 2 to 5 students for the beginning piano player. Easy keyboard technique and scales are studied. After achieving a satisfactory level of facility, private piano lessons are allowed. Offered upon demand. Prerequisite: Instructor's permission
M-MA 151 Voice Class (1) A basic study in the applied art of singing with special emphasis on a music ministry. The fundamentals of vocal production including posture, breathing, tone, quality, and diction are stressed. Sacred and standard repertoire are used. Offered upon demand. Prerequisite: Instructor's permission
M-MA 161, 162 Piano (1) Private instruction that enables students to develop and refine piano playing skills. Students study classical and sacred music, as well as technique and music theory. Prerequisite: Piano audition and instructor's permission
M-MA 171, 172 Organ (1) Private instruction offering training as a church organist. Sacred and standard music for the instrument are studied to develop techniques needed for service playing, accompaniment, and registration. Prerequisite: Fourth-grade level piano ability, proficiency in major and minor scales, technical studies, sonatas and hymn stylings plus instructor's permission
M-MA 181, 182 Voice (1) Private instruction guiding the student in the development of legitimate singing skills for a ministry of spiritual song. An attitude of sacred stewardship is cultivated in the care and proper use of the voice with attention given to posture, breathing, tone production, agility, diction, phrasing, and poise as aids to effectively communicating spiritual truth in song.
M-MA 191, 192 Instrument (1) Private instruction on an orchestral/band instrument with a view to its use in Christian ministry. Hymn and gospel song stylings and standard repertoire are used to develop the student's skills. Prerequisite: Audition and instructor's permission
Education Courses
M-CS 101 Education Seminar I (0) Required of all freshmen intending to enter one of the teacher education programs. The seminar sessions will help the student explore the many facets of teaching both as a ministry and as a profession. Self-evaluative and reflective activities and field experiences will be used to help the student solidify his or her decision related to entering a Faith teacher preparation program. Overviews of the requirements for each program will be presented, and the required tests for each program will be given through this course. A required component of the seminar is field experiences with related observation and reflective report.
M-CS 102 Education Seminar II (0) Required for all freshmen intending to enter one of the teacher education programs. Overviews the Faith performance-based teacher preparation program as well as the Chalk & Wire e-portfolio system used for portfolio development. A required component of the seminars is field experiences with related observation and reflective reports.
M-CS 201 Foundations of Education (3) A survey and study of the American school system including the development of the Christian school movement. The course presents a Biblical philosophy of life and the application of that philosophy to Christian education. Issues in public and Christian school education will be addressed and discussed.
M-CS 202 Elementary Methods and Materials (3) A foundational course dealing with the aim, materials, and methods of elementary school teaching. The fundamental skills of instructional planning and differentiated instruction of concepts are the focus. Emphasis is placed on effective oral communication in lesson presentation and questioning skills. Also discussed are preparation and use of technology and audiovisuals in the classroom and classroom management.
M-CS 205 Adolescent Growth and Development (2) A study of the theories and principles of the physical, mental, emotional, social, personality, and spiritual development of the adolescent. Students will gain a better understanding of the complexity of the developing adolescent and will realize the influence that various individuals and cultures have upon youth. Prerequisite: Introduction to Psychology and Counseling.
M-CS 206 Secondary Methods and Materials (3) An examination of the aim, materials, and methods of secondary school teaching. The fundamental skills of instructional planning, Biblical integration, and classroom management are the focus. Emphasis is placed on effective communication in lesson presentation, questioning techniques, and the teaching of content. The preparation and use of technology and other audio-visuals in the classroom are also taught.
M-CS 207 Human Relations for Teachers (3) Studies the Christian teacher's relationship to people of various identifiable subgroups in our pluralistic society and the impact of biases on an individual's ability to properly relate to others. Biblical principles related to human relations will be integrated in a variety of learning activities that will promote the development of social skills, a proper self-concept, and a respect for God-created human diversity.
M-CS 208 Child Growth and Development (3) A study of the spiritual, cognitive, physical, and social development of the child from birth to adolescence. The development of the child and the implications for teaching them is integral to the course of study. Emphasis is placed on fostering spiritual development.
M-CS 209, 210 Clinical Practice Seminar I, II (0) Required of all sophomores intending to enter one of the teacher education programs. The requirements of the performance-based teacher preparation program will be reviewed with a special emphasis upon the required field experiences. The students will update their electronic portfolios, and sophomore-level field experience requirements will be discussed and emphasized. Prerequisites: M-CS 101 & 102 Education Seminar I & II
M-CS 309, 310 Clinical Practice Seminar III, IV (0) Required of all juniors who are working toward a degree in one of the Faith teacher education programs. The requirements of the performance-based teacher preparation program will be reviewed with a special emphasis upon the required field experiences. The students will update their electronic portfolios, and junior-level field experience requirements will be discussed and emphasized.
M-CS 404 Elementary Reading Methods (1) An independent study for elementary music education majors that surveys reading methods. The course provides an overview of current approaches to reading, the reading process, and the relationship of the teaching/learning of reading to the teaching/learning of music. Prerequisite: M-CS 202 Elementary Methods and Materials
M-CS 405 The Exceptional Learner (4) An overview of the categories of exceptional learners and the legislation affecting their educational experience. Special emphasis is given to the causes, symptoms, and educational concerns of children with learning disabilities and the special needs of English language learners.
M-CS 408 Content Area Reading: Secondary (2) An examination of reading skills and instructional needs of secondary level students with emphasis on teaching and management techniques for a range of reading levels, including comprehensive strategies, basic study skills, coordination of reading instruction, and recreational reading.
M-MU 409 Teaching Elementary Music (2) An examination of methods, materials, procedures, and curricula for Music Education majors to equip them to teach music in the elementary school. Emphasis is on developing foundational skills upon which an elementary music program may thrive. Students will receive an overview of music fundamentals, the child's voice, and directing. Prerequisite: M-CS 202 Elementary Methods and Materials
M-MU 410 Teaching Secondary Music (2) A review of methods, materials, procedures, and curriculum for Music Education majors to equip them to teach music in the secondary school. Emphasis is given to the development, management, and organization of vocal and instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: M-CS 206 Secondary Methods and Materials
M-CS 412 Student Teaching Seminar (0) A practical discussion of topics related to teaching in the Christian school as final preparation for student teaching. Topics covered include discipline and classroom management techniques, adjustments and transitions into full-time teaching responsibilities, the cooperating teacher, the college supervisor, responsibilities of the student teacher, and placement practices. In addition, the seminar will function as an opportunity for reflective assessments following the student teaching experience. Prerequisite: Phase IV approval or permission by the program chair
M-CS 414 Student Teaching (10) A fourteen-week assignment during which time the student teacher is under the guidance of an experienced, properly credentialed cooperating teacher. Following an orientation period during which the student teacher observes and gradually assumes teacher-related duties, the student teacher will transition into full-time teaching for several weeks. The student teacher will be responsible for all phases of the instructional process and is expected to follow the daily schedule and duties of the cooperating teacher. Prerequisite: Phase IV approval or permission by the program chair
M-CS 419 Praxis: Theory to Practice (3) A review of the principles and theories of teaching and learning in preparation for the student teaching experience. Topics of classroom management, discipline, classroom assessment, and standardized testing will be emphasized. The capstone requirement for this course is a 40-hour practicum in which the candidates will demonstrate their readiness for the student teaching experience. Prerequisite: Completion of, or satisfactory progress in, all M-CS methods courses; Phase III approval or permission by the program chair
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|Length Overall
|23' 2''
|Dry Weight
|3,000 lbs.
|8' 3''
|Tested Weight
|1' 3''
|Weight Capacity
|Draft Up
|Person Capacity
|Draft Down
|Fuel Capacity
|100 gal.
|Air Draft
|Water Capacity
|8 gal.
|18 degrees
|Length on Trailer
|Max Headroom
|Height on Trailer
|Bridge Clearance
|6' 9'' w/top
|Trailer Weight
|Total Package Weight (Trailer,Boat & Engine)
|Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.
|Std. Power
|Johnson 150-hp
|Tested Power
|1 x 200-hp Yamaha OX66
|Opt. Power
various Yamaha, Johnson, Evinrude, Mercury engines
A redesign with you in mind
The new 215 Osprey Sport has been redesigned with more upgraded amenities and features to satisfy today's modern family.
Larger Bow Area
The Osprey sport now features more space in the bow for fishing or lounging in the sun. Storage for gear and a molded-in anchor bowsprit are nice touches too.
Secure seating
Comfortable seating provides plenty of handrails throughout the boat for a secure ride.
Multiple Personalities
This boat is comfortable as either a fishing or sport/ski rig. Features like an integrated tackle box and an optional fold down sunbathing lounge let the Osprey Sport play both roles.
Expanded Helm
The helm has been expanded with more electronics, and the windshield is curved to allow better visibility without obstructive framing. You will be pleased with the tilt wheel, weather resistant switch
Entertain in comfort
The companion side sports the optional self-contained porta-potti. This is a nice feature for those extended days of fun in the sun.
The 215 Combines Amenities and Features to Satisfy Today's Modern Family
Testing the Aquasport boats during Genmar's 2003 meeting was both fun and challenging. Fun because we get to see what is new and interesting and report it to you, challenging because Florida's typical tropical weather showed its teeth. Through the heat, wind, waves and thunderstorms, the Aquasport 215 Osprey Sport proved durable and nimble.
The 215 Osprey Sport is an original 1990's model that has been redesigned with much customer and dealer input. Its current reengineering brings more upgraded amenities and features to satisfy today's modern family. The helm has been expanded with more electronics. The windshield is curved to allow better visibility without obstructive framing. The bow seating is larger and allows more fishing room. You now have a convenient head in the port side console. You now also have convertible aft seating for fishing or cruising. This new model is said to be low in maintenance requirements, ready for "splash and dash" outings and easy cleanup when you get back to the ramp. It certainly lives up to their claim of being a great weekender boat with family creature comforts whether out for a day of fishing or skiing.
Up front you have a nice molded-in anchor bowsprit with integral roller, covered chain/line hawser and heavy-duty cleat. Stainless steel rails protect the entire forward area. The anchor locker is accessible through a cover in the bow. The forward area has padding surrounding the gunnels and padded seating for bow riders. Storage is abundant up front with a handy sink with faucet on the port side for keeping your hands clean when fishing. To get to the helm area, you pass through a bi-fold lower door and swing away walk-through windshield.
Under the helm is room for storing optional cushions along with the batteries and battery switch. I am pleased to see builders moving the batteries forward to keep the weight from all being aft and where you are more likely to keep them dry rather than immersed quickly in a swamping. Usually, when the batteries go, so does the bilge pump (I've never seen them not go when they are immersed!). You also have a lot of room to work with the instrument panel when you are ready to add more electronics, and Aquasport has provided plenty of room to add more gear.
At the helm, you will be pleased with the tilt wheel, weather resistant switches and easy view gauges. The lay out of the panels leaves plenty of room for extra equipment to be installed and two 12vdc outlets for portable gear connections. On the helm side, you have a storage box for tackle and both sides accommodate rods under the gunnels. The companion side sports the optional self-contained porta-potti. My test boat had both the porta-potti and the optional back seat that converted to a lounge for the sunbathers.
Between the helm and the companion seating was a large locker in the floor for wakeboards and other long gear and behind the companion seating was a fish locker. A lighted baitwell was at the stern on the port side. Remote oil fill on the starboard side makes topping off the oil reservoir easy. A raw water wash-down connection at the rear makes keeping the decks a snap to clean, and the integrated swim platform makes boarding the boat after skiing much safer.
I could easily imagine someone using this boat as both a fishing rig and a sport/ski rig. At 22' 6" she really seems much larger, and the 8' 1" beam helps keep her stable in slight to moderate chop at low speed. Her 15" draft (engine up) will make it easier to get closer to shore before you blast off with you skiing friends.
My test boat was outfitted with a Yamaha 200 horsepower OX66 fuel injected outboard. She got up on plane in 4.3 seconds, although Aquasport reports they achieved it in 3.1 seconds during trials. The difference could have been the chop I was experiencing during tests. She was cruising along at 30 miles per hour in just 8.3 seconds. Both are very respectable for a multi-tasking hull. I found her best cruise to be at 3000 rpms which gave me 26.6 mph. At this speed, I can expect to go about 332 miles burning 3.69 gallons per hour. She was very quiet during the tests with just 82 dBa at cruise and only 88 dBa at top speed. I found top speed to be 41.3 miles per hour in our test conditions, which will still provide 178 miles of entertainment cruising at 1.98 miles per gallon. These numbers should easily give you a full weekend of fun in the sun while fishing and skiing!
By Capt. Robert E. Smith
Test Captain
|Head: Portable
|Power Steering
|Washdown: Fresh Water
|Washdown: Raw Water
|Exterior Features
|Outlet: 12-Volt Acc
|Swim Ladder
|Bimini Top
= Standard = Optional
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|Pricing Range
|Price as Tested
|Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.


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Name Change Reflects the Institution's Mission and Christ-Centered Liberal Arts Education
WATERTOWN, WI, December 13, 2013—A three-year strategic initiative to "make the message plain" has culminated in the official name change of Maranatha Baptist Bible College to Maranatha Baptist University.
"For over 40 years, we have defined ourselves as a comprehensive, co-educational, Baptist Bible college," shared University President Dr. Marty Marriott. "But we have neither been a traditional Bible college nor a traditional liberal arts college—an issue that has often led to us being misunderstood."
Maranatha Baptist University offers 31 majors, 34 minors, 4 associate programs, and a Master of Education degree through the College of Arts and Sciences (which includes the Departments of Applied Science, Humanities, and Music), the College of Bible and Church Ministries, the School of Business, the School of Nursing and the School of Education.
Maranatha Baptist Seminary, as the flagship of the University's local church purpose and Baptist identity, offers six graduate degrees, including the Master of Divinity.
The University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association (HLC) under the Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP), an accreditation pathway based upon the principles of continuous quality improvement. Maranatha Baptist University provides a Christ-centered, biblically based liberal arts education in an environment marked by intellectual rigor and inquiry.
The University's nursing program has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the Master of Education degree has recently been approved by the HLC. The University offers an excellent ROTC program (40 cadets strong) that has performed at top levels in the state of Wisconsin and beyond.
Through the University's Office of Online and Distance Education, "Bridge to Campus" students located in California, Louisiana, and Maryland utilize high definition video conferencing to attend first year classes. Over 200 undergraduate and graduate classes and 4 programs are offered in an online or distance education format for high school and college students as well as adult learners.
As a NCAA Division III and NCCAA Division II institution, the University competes in 11 intercollegiate men's and women's sports.
"When we step back and take a comprehensive look at all that Maranatha offers, we see a University," said Marriott. "We believe Maranatha Baptist University simply reflects what Maranatha is and has been for many years."
Marriott affirmed that the mission of Maranatha Baptist University—to develop leaders for ministry in the local church and the world "To the Praise of His Glory"—will not change, nor will its Baptist distinctives.
"Maranatha will always be Baptist, dispensational, and evangelistic," stated Marriott. "We will hold fast to our separatist position and continue to emphasize local church involvement. These tenets are part of our heritage and for us, are non-negotiable."
The name change was revealed to the student body in a special chapel. Students received t-shirts to celebrate the occasion and were encouraged to share the news with family and friends through social media.
Executive Vice President Dr. Matt Davis communicated the next steps in the branding process, including the development of a new mascot.
"Choosing a new mascot is an exciting part of this process for all of us, especially for our student body," shared Davis. "We're asking for input from everyone in our University family. Students are already contributing ideas, and we're enjoying what they've shared with us so far."
For a full video release of the announcement, visit mbu.edu.
About Maranatha Baptist University
Maranatha Baptist University provides a Christ-centered, biblically based liberal arts education in an environment marked by intellectual rigor and inquiry. The University emphasizes the local church and personal outreach, providing each student with a platform to fulfill God's plan for his or her life. A degree from Maranatha prepares students to answer God's call to the pulpit and the marketplace, here at home and around the world. For more information on the University, Seminary, and Online programs, visit www.mbu.edu.
Maranatha Baptist University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. (Website: www.ncahlc.org. Phone: 312-263-0456).
The BSN program at Maranatha Baptist University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.aacn.nche.edu/ccne-accreditation).


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Young fans of the movie "The Little Mermaid," age 2-8, are invited to meet Ariel for a party July 10 from 6-7 p.m. at City Hall.
Ariel will lead the party, which will include mermaid games, etiquette, stories, glittery makeup, a craft and more. Parents should bring their cameras for a picture of their children with Ariel.
Register by June 27. The cost for residents is $12 or $15 for non-residents.
Parents get discount for early Kick Start sign up
Parents of 3- to 5-year-olds eager to learn the basics of basketball can save $10 on registration for Streetsboro's Kick Start Basketball program if they sign up by June 20.
There are also early sign up discounts for Kick Start Soccer and Kick Start Dance, which are also designed for young children.
Kick Start Sports are geared for young children who want to play sports but are not old enough to join the regular league.
Parents are required to work with their child and be on the field or court at all times. Each participant will receive a T-shirt, uniform and ball or other item to keep.
In the basketball program, players will learn dribbling, passing, shooting and the fundamentals of basketball.
The July 7-Aug. 4 program will meet Mondays from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The cost is $35 for residents and $40 for non-residents.
In the soccer program, which is for 3-year-olds, players will be introduced to kicking, dribbling, passing, shooting and other fun games.
The Sept. 8-Oct. 6 program will meet on Mondays from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m.
Cost is $35 for residents and $40 for non-residents.
In the dance program, which is for 3- 5-year-old children, participants will get a fun introduction to ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. Children will work on coordination, musicality and listening skills. Dancers will perform during the last class. The instructor is Donala Anderson of Keithe Williams Arts Academy.
The July 10 to Aug. 7 dance classes will meet Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
The cost is $35 for residents and $40 for non-residents.
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Turkey Poised For Interest Rate Hike As Markets Prevail
Turkey's central bank has been stuck between a rock and a hard place, with the government pushing for low interest rates while investors called for hikes as a global rout from emerging markets sent Turkish assets plummeting.
In the end, the markets won.
The Monetary Policy Committee may take "a measured step to widen the interest-rate corridor" that ranges from the overnight borrowing rate of 3.5% to the overnight lending rate of 6.5% at its regular monthly meeting on July 23, central bank Governor Erdem Basci said Monday in an emailed statement. The corridor allows policymakers to vary borrowing costs daily in an effort to meet targets such as economic growth to financial stability. The upshot of Monday's signal: interest rates are heading higher.
"Monetary and fiscal policy uncertainty and the associated volatility have recently been elevated at the global level. The central bank will not allow any negative spillovers from these developments to price stability and financial stability in Turkey," Mr. Basci said in the statement.
The move follows an effort to bolster Turkey's lira after it sunk to an all-time low 1.9736 per dollar last week, prompting the central bank to sell foreign-exchange reserves at a record pace to defend the currency. But after blowing more than 10% of its net reserves, now down to about $40 billion, the Ankara-based national lender's effort failed to significantly reverse the losses.
Cue an extraordinary four-hour cabinet meeting on Sunday to discuss local ramifications of the U.S. Federal Reserve's plans to end its monetary easing. And just after markets opened on Monday, Mr. Basci sent the central bank's strongest signal yet that political concerns won't stop policymakers from deploying an interest-rate hike to ward off a lira sell-off. A bit of currency weakness is always welcome, but too much sends import-led inflation soaring. The central bank's previous recipe for fighting back wasn't doing the job.
"This is clearly a central bank in currency defense mode and the way they have to do this is through interest rates rather than direct foreign-exchange intervention," said Benoît Anne, head of emerging market strategy at Societe Generale in London.
While Turkey's central bank statement is "a major step" to ease investor concerns about its ability to act, Mr. Basci still faces doubts, Mr. Anne said, adding that any interest rate rise "will have to be sizeable to be credible."
That may yet prove difficult, even though Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said Monday that Turkey's central bank is independent. A main obstacle to a significant increase to borrowing costs is the government's conviction that an "interest-rate lobby" is agitating for hikes that would halt growth in Turkey's $786 billion economy for its own financial gain.
"There is still room for disappointment for the market on that, as the central bank is under political pressure to announce a less significant rates change," said Koon Chow, foreign-exchange strategist at Barclays in London. "The lira will be subject to a high degree of volatility at least until September, when we expect the Federal Reserve to reduce its asset purchases program."
For now, though, the markets have the upper hand.
"The central bank of Turkey bows to the inevitable," said Tim Ash, an emerging-markets analyst at Standard Bank. "It is acknowledging by these actions that its prior strategy of using foreign-exchange reserves to defend the lira simply was not working, and risked just blowing scarce reserves away.… Remember Turkey's problem is an overly large external financing requirement which is simply not financeable without higher rates, FX reserve depletion, or a weaker lira – likely a combination of all these."
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- Duties on quantities exceeding the quotas will be gradually reduced until their full lifting in 2006-2007.
- In the most populated areas of California, the cost of living far exceeds the national average.
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Late Middle English (in the sense 'go over a boundary or specified point'): from Old French exceder, from Latin excedere, from ex- 'out' + cedere 'go'.
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Cede is from French céder or Latin cedere 'to yield, give way, go'. Cedere is a rich source of English words including abscess (mid 16th century) 'going away' (of the infection when it bursts); access [Middle English] 'go to'; ancestor (Middle English) someone who went ante 'before'; antecedent (Late Middle English) from the same base as ancestor; cease (Middle English); concede (Late Middle English) to give way completely; decease (Middle English) 'go away'; exceed (Late Middle English) to go beyond a boundary; intercede (late 16th century) go between; predecessor (Late Middle English) one who went away before; proceed (Late Middle English) to go forward; recede (Late Middle English) 'go back'; and succeed (Late Middle English) 'come close after'.
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The Gaston County Jail opened November 1, 1999. The Jail has over 160,000 square feet and has a total bed capacity of 408 with an operating inmate capacity of 368. The facility houses male state pretrial detainees and convicted inmates sentenced to serve their time under the supervision of the Sheriff. The Jail is also contracted with the United States Marshal's Office to house pretrial federal inmates at a per diem rate of $73.00 per day.
There is an on-site Medical Unit which has medical staff available 24 hours a day to provide medical care to the inmates at the jail and jail annex. The jail kitchen is operated by a contract food service provider, which provides three (3) meals a day to all inmates housed in the jail and the jail annex. The menus are prepared in consultation with a registered dietitian including any special or modified diets meeting the state requirements of 2100-2500 calories per day.
The jail offers numerous programs for the inmate's benefit which include library, high school classes for 16 and 17 year old inmates, GED classes, AA/ Substance Abuse, and HIV classes.
The Gaston County Jail Annex was initially constructed to provide additional housing for inmates and opened on May 3, 1996. The Annex has 24,740 square feet and a total bed capacity of 176 with an operating inmate capacity of 159. The Annex facility is used to house male and female pretrial inmates, convicted inmates and weekenders sentenced to serve their time under the supervision of the Sheriff.
The Jail Annex also houses sentenced inmates with court ordered work release. The Jail Annex has a contract with the Federal Bureau of Prisons to house sentenced federal inmates on Federal Work Release program also at a per diem rate of $80.00 per day. The Jail Annex staff is responsible for verifying and approving the employment status of each inmate prior to starting the program; for the daily monitoring and surveillance of each inmate on the program; keeping track of their employment status, hours they are out of the facility and recording their job site locations. Inmates on the Federal Work Release program pay a subsistence payment, which is 25% of their gross wages for each pay check they draw, off-setting what the Federal Bureau of Prisons pays monthly.
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Our spacious three-bedroom townhomes and one- and two-bedroom apartments for rent at Heritage Woods in Bel Air, MD are thoughtfully designed and include a long list of outstanding amenities. You'll find newly renovated apartment homes with modern kitchen and bath, in-home washer and dryer, and central air. A separate dining room is available in select apartments. You'll also enjoy a playground, picnic area, sparkling pool, volleyball court, and breathtaking views from your balcony or patio. * A convenient Baltimore-area location makes Heritage Woods even more desirable. Just minutes from U.S. Route 1 and I-95, our community offers easy access to Harford County schools, Greenbrier Shopping Center, and Aberdeen Proving Ground via Route 22. For fun closer to home, Heritage Woods is near Downtown Bel Air's quaint Main Street, offering plentiful dining and shopping choices including the Festival of Bel Air and Harford Mall. Off-street parking is provided. Cats and dogs are welcome.
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A few highlights from our FY 2012 include co-hosting the Invisible Athlete Forum with GForce Sports to challenge hetero-sexism in sports, providing opportunities for higher education by connecting professional athletes with the Northeastern College of Professional Studies, developing further relationships with Boston Public Schools through trainings and the BPS Athletics Coop, and engaging the sport-based youth development community by hosting a Collaborative Learning Series (with support from the New Balance Foundation) to support emerging leaders and organizations in the field. We invite you to look at our Annual Report for a more detailed summary of our work.
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2013 Toyota Avensis gets new trim levels
Tuesday 19 March 2013
• Toyota Avensis gets new trim designations
• Follow-me-home headlights now standard across the range
• Prices start at £19,155 for the entry-level petrol saloon
The 2013 model year Toyota Avensis is now available in four new trim levels, which brings it into line with the company's other family cars, the Verso and Auris.
Toyota will replace the current T2, TR, T4 and T Spirit names with Active, Icon, Icon Plus and Excel on the Avensis saloon and estate. These are like-for-like replacements, albeit with a few changes.
The Avensis now features 'follow-me-home' headlights as standard across the range, which keeps the headlights on for a set period of time after locking the car, supposedly lighting the way to your front door after leaving the car. All cars, apart from the entry-level Active models will also now feature DAB digital radio as standard, while top-spec Excel models also get a brushed silver finish for the centre console.
There will be a choice of 10 exterior colours, with pearlescent 'Pearl white' now available for the first time. The range of engines and gearboxes remains unchanged, with a choice of a 1.8-litre petrol engine and 2.0 and 2.2-litre diesels, as well as a 2.2-litre D-CAT diesel option. These channel their power to the front wheels via either a six-speed manual, six-speed automatic or a CVT gearbox.
The new trim levels will go on sale on April 1, with prices running from £19,155 (£260 more than before) for a 1.8 Valvematic petrol-powered saloon in Active trim, up to the £29,895 2.2-litre D-CAT diesel estate in Excel form. This is considerably more than the class-favourite Ford Mondeo and only slightly less than the Vauxhall Insignia and Volkswagen Passat.
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Looks like we may have forgotten a scenario, the above is a blackbox in my driveway. It will be in the way of the basketball hoop but I can deal with that. I am thinking that I could just admin one of Sun's remote data centers... come one guys, I will give up the driveway space if you pay the electric bill. I can see the total use of these in the oil ridge setup that they have in the demo pictures. I mean the connectivity to the rigs can't be that great so send one of these out, collect up all the needed data and ship the entire data center home.
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The Trinity men's and women's cross country teams will have a new head coach for the first time in 12 years, as Director of Athletics Bob King has announced that Derick Lawrence will take over the program this fall.
Coach Lawrence has been Trinity's assistant cross country and track & field coach the past two seasons, after serving three years as an assistant coach in Indiana.
After graduating from DePauw in 2007, Lawrence was a volunteer assistant at Indiana State University. He returned to his alma mater after that season, serving two years as a graduate assistant with the DePauw Tigers. Lawrence earned All-Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference honors with DePauw in 2006
Coach Lawrence has helped lead the team to a second-place finish at the SCAC Championships in women's cross country last season, and had two runners (Maddie Murphy and Rosemary Steup) earn spots at the NCAA Championships the past two years.
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Ubuntu as a development environment?Posted Wednesday, 12 November, 2008 - 07:00 by objarni in
Hi everybody.
I'm currently using WindowsXP and Visual Studio Express 2008 as a development environment.
While I am quite pleased with Visual Studio, I'm starting to grow tired of Windows (viruses+slowness+hassle+security).
So I'm thinking - could I go Ubuntu and still keep Visual Studio? Eg. via a VirtualBox+minimal Windows XP (only Studio! no network). Then I could develop using Studio and have a Shared Folder from which I run the result, hardware accelerated (NVidia graphics cards work fine in linux world..).
The alternative is MonoDevelop, which I tried a year ago or so and it was not up to par with Visual Studio yet (mostly because of IntelliSense being a lot less attractive). Maybe it is a lot better nowadays? For example I sure would appreciate better scripting possibilities than Visual Studio Express.
Does anybody have experiences to share?
Really off topic: The other thing I would miss from my windows environment is HalfLife2 :) Does anybody have any experience getting H/W acceleration under Virtual Box? That's the only way I can thing of to make it work under Ubuntu (don't tell me to use Wine -- I've had bad experiences regarding that software).
Actually, after playing around with the settings a little to get this working, something odd has happened - I'm getting some serious graphical glitching, and the system seems to hang. I can only access firefox through a failsafe terminal session (failsafe GNOME isn't working). Reloading the backed-up xorg.conf file doesn't make a difference.
I'm going to attempt reinstalling the graphics driver from the terminal, and if that doesn't work, it looks like I'm going to have to reinstall (which, at least, is much less painful with Ubuntu than it is with Windows XP). It's possible that in my total ignorance of all things Linux, I just messed up the installation to start with.
Thanks for your advice, by the way.
Edit: I'm pretty sure I've learnt enough from the first few days of floundering to ensure I'd do it right next time...
I was running Ubuntu for most of the last year. I am running Vista x64 right now.
I just needed a break from working around bugs all the time. Its cool to tinker, but it's also a productivity black-hole.
The broken PPTP support in Ibex coupled with occasional lock-ups in Hardy were just frustrating. Not to mention compiz glitchyness.
I'll be back as I am a huge Ubuntu fan, but I just need a break.
I've always liked Vista and I use Visual Studio for my professional work anyhow, so it's not like I am suffering with my current setup.
How much config-file-fiddling did you have to do? Was it because you wanting "special features" / "latest drivers" or was it common features too (normal web browsing, installing plugins for web browser, updating software ..)?
Ubuntu tends to work well for common tasks, but does require tinkering for more advanced ones (unusual network configuration, custom resolutions, audio/midi recording). The good thing is that each version becomes a little better out of the box (e.g. new network manager in Intrepid, better flash, audio, wifi etc). The bad thing is that you will need to sink some time getting used to it and getting things to work exactly as you like.
My parents now use Ubuntu exclusively (I installed it to get rid of a virus-infested windows installation) - their only problem is that there's no program to open encrypted AutoCAD files (solved through WINE, but solution still not perfect). I love the fact that my hardware is supported out of the box (network printer, midi keyboard, toy usb camera) - the last two are not even supported on Vista x64 and I have to go hunting for drivers for the first (which I no longer bother to do). I also love how easy it is to install - I've prepared a 2GB LiveUSB stick that can boot any computer and install Ubuntu in under 10' (either natively on disk, or through windows).
Objarni, if you are using windows and are not sure about switching, download Ubuntu and install it under windows. It's a fully featured installation that you can remove at any time through "Add/Remove Programs".
I have tried Ubuntu from time to time - but it is Visual Studio + some games that keeps me back.
I haven't tried it long enough to find the need to fiddle in config files yet - that's the reason I asked Kamujin/you about this.
I upgraded my old dual-boot (XP/Ubuntu) computer from 8.04 to 8.10 last night, not much hassle, only had to reboot a couple times and set the screen resolution. Next step is installing Visual Studio / WINE for HalfLife 2.
Then I'm all set :)
I think it is Wubi-ubuntu you are talking about, the single-file install for windows (Ubuntu as a program in Windows), right? Haven't tried it but read about it.
Pfft, I'm getting pretty fed up with this. I've still got no sound or 3D support (actually, the login sound plays just fine, but once I'm logged in everything is silent - and it's not muted, and the the Ubunto HowTos haven't helped much).
I'm going to go with the full Ubuntu reinstall plan when I get in tonight, but I'm missing the ease of Windows (if you don't count the arduous installation/driver-hunting process to set it up). If I wasn't having so much hassle I'd easily stick with Ubuntu and use VM/WINE for VS2008/games, as it's obviously superior in so many ways, but if I can't get it fully working soon, I'm going to have to (regretfully) return to windows and just pine for those one-click installer software channels, smoothed fonts and free, well-supported software packages.
I really don't want to bag on Ubuntu too much. I really do like it.
Let me simply say that the first 90% of what I wanted to do was extremely simple and worked well.
The last 10% gets progressively more difficult.
Note Visual Studio does not work in Wine. You can run it in a VM.
Please also feel free to discount my opinion by the fact that I roll my eyes whenever someone calls Vista slow, buggy, and or virus prone. None of those is even remotely true in my experience.
Please also feel free to discount my opinion by the fact that I roll my eyes whenever someone calls Vista slow, buggy, and or virus prone. None of those is even remotely true in my experience.
I used to agree, until I used it on a laptop with (the recommended) 1GB ram. Ouch.
Give it RAM and it works great, though. The above laptop is perfectly usable with 2GB. Vista is also pretty secure compared to XP (not even running a virus scanner anymore).
What you say about Ubuntu (and Linux in general) is true.
Please also feel free to discount my opinion by the fact that I roll my eyes whenever someone calls Vista slow, buggy, and or virus prone. None of those is even remotely true in my experience.
I can only second that, and I'm no M$ fanboy. Once you realize that x64 is just a marketing lie and install Vista x86, things are good. x64 might become interesting 2010, but if you have no more than 4GB RAM you don't really get anything out of it, besides compatibility problems.
Question for the linux nerds in this community: is 700 mb OK for /home ?
I'm thinking something like this: if I limit space to 700 mb for the /home partition - it will be easy to backup to a single CD-ROM.
and 700 mb is quite a lot of space for projects. enough for me for a long time .. heck I remember when I a single 880 kb disc was infinite storage amount on the Amiga :)


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