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Throughout a postseason series, something of which the Thunder have seen many of the past few years, each game takes on its own meaning and carries its own weight. Really, it's hard not to categorize them all as "must-win" despite the only one that has to be won is any that prevents your opponent from four.
Having said that, tonight's Game 2 feels pretty must-win-ish. Dropping both opening games on your home floor presents a massive problem, the obvious being you're down 0-2 and have to win not once, but twice on the road. The Thunder played a miserable Game 1 against the Clippers, as defensive breakdowns all over the court opened the door for easy shots everywhere. Per SportVU, 58 of the Clippers 82 shot attempts were uncontested in Game 1. Comparatively, 30 of the Thunder's 85 were uncontested. It was simply too easy.
A lot of that issue was compounded by the fact the Clippers didn't miss all that much. They hit 15 3-pointers, with Chris Paul dropping eight of his nine attempts. We can say that there's no way they produce that again, but with poor perimeter defense, they might be able to replicate it closely.
The mission tonight is pretty straightforward: defend. Play with urgency, play with passion, play with intensity, play with effort, play with energy. I find it ridiculous that Russell Westbrook blamed a lack of effort on the defensive issues in Game 1, because come on man, how can you not give effort in the playoffs? But that's nothing new. I remember the team citing that as their excuse back in the Finals, too.
The Thunder can play with the Clippers. The four regular season games told a much different story than Game 1, but the reality is that already one game in, the Thunder are in a tight spot. The Clippers are playing with house money, and the Thunder are the desperate one now. Sometimes, that can work in your favor (see: the Grizzlies series). Sometimes, the pressure grabs you and the team that's loose and relaxed rolls on.
One thing we know: After this game tonight, the series is going to take on a much different shape, one way or the other.
Five Big Things
1. KD. Coming off Durant's emotional, passionate speech yesterday, how does the team respond? He's going to be handed his trophy again before the game, which will be a great moment, but does this serve as a distraction, or inspiration? If Durant's teammates don't compete for him tonight, then those guys don't have a pulse.
2. Starting five. You can anticipate Scott Brooks sticking with his starting five, but if he does, why not consider Thabo on Chris Paul?
3. Bench. I think this is a big reason Brooks is hesitant to add Caron Butler back into the starting five, because the Clippers have such a problematic second unit. The Thunder need better from Butler and Reggie Jackson and 2-15 combined.
4. Pace. The Thunder like to play fast, but sometimes when they get moving like that, they forget to defend. The Clippers want the game up and down, and the Thunder might be better off offering a contrasting style. One of the positives about the Thunder is their ability to play different styles effectively. Dictating tonight's tempo would be in their favor.
5. Defend your home. You know what bugs me? The Thunder have already lost three times at home in the playoffs. In their 2012 Finals run, they lost once — Game 2 against the Heat. In the regular season this year, they lost only seven times. Where's the pride in your home floor?
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For almost 20 years, The American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) has been collecting data on books for children that have drawn formal complaints and requests for removal from public libraries and schools. These books are those that readers, usually parents and teachers, find inappropriate for their target audience.
Last year, the OIF, which is charged with educating librarians and the general public about the importance of intellectual freedom in libraries, received 460 reports of complaints. This number likely represents only about 25% of the complaints that actually occurred, as many go unreported.
The list of challenged books includes lots of familiar titles old and new. Did any of your kid's favorites make the Top Ten Most Frequently Challenged Books of 2009?
- "ttyl," "ttfn" and "l8r, g8r" – Written entirely in the style of an instant messaging conversation, these three books by Lauren Myracle follow the lives of typical teenagers as they discuss drugs, drinking and sex. Reasons: Nudity, Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group, Drugs
- "And Tango Makes Three" – This book by Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson is based on the true story of two male penguins in Central Park Zoo who, who as couple, cared for an egg together. Reasons: Homosexuality
- "The Perks of Being A Wallflower" – Written by Stephen Chbosky, this book is narrated by an introverted teen who chronicles his experiences in letters to an anonymous person whom he has never met. Reasons: Homosexuality, Sexually Explicit, Anti-Family, Offensive Language, Religious Viewpoint, Unsuited to Age Group, Drugs, Suicide
- "To Kill A Mockingbird" – Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1960 novel about racism and integrity in a small town is still drawing complaints after all these years. Reasons: Racism, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group
- "Twilight" – Kids love the teen vampire books by Stephenie Meyer. Parents, not so much. Reasons: Sexually Explicit, Religious Viewpoint, Unsuited to Age Group
- "Catcher in the Rye" – J.D. Salinger's classic tale of a young man's experiences after being kicked out of a fancy prep school has been upsetting parents since 1951. Reasons: Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group
- "My Sister's Keeper" – Jodi Picoult's story about a 13-year-old who sues her parents for medical emancipation may have gotten the Hollywood treatment, but the complaint list is long. Reasons: Sexism, Homosexuality, Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Religious Viewpoint, Unsuited to Age Group, Drugs, Suicide, Violence
- "The Earth, My Butt, and Other Big, Round Things" – Carolyn Mackler writes about an overweight girl's desperate desire to fit in with her perfect- and skinny – family. Reasons: Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group
- "The Color Purple" – The 1983 Pulitzer Prize-winner by Alice Walker looks at the struggles of black women in 1930's rural Georgia. Reasons: Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group
- "The Chocolate War" – First published in 1974, Robert Cormier's story of a young man challenging the evil secret society at his high school is believed by some to be the best young adult novel of all time. Reasons: Nudity, Sexually Explicit, Offensive Language, Unsuited to Age Group
Want to know what other books some people think shouldn't be read? Check out the American Library Association's Top 100 Banned/Challenged Books: 2000-2009.
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A Proactive Approach To IT
Wednesday - July 07, 2010
By Daryl Thomas
Vice President of BlackBird
I've worked in various fields of the information technology profession over the last 14 years. I started out as an engineer, moved over to sales and marketing and even had my own consulting firm. Each of these experiences helped me understand what IT means in Hawaii, but I always felt there was something missing. There had to be a better way.
But it didn't all come together until I met business owner Larry Heim. We both knew the "break-fix" model was outdated and saw this as a great opportunity to share our unique vision with the people of Hawaii.
That vision is BlackBird. BlackBird is a managed service provider. Before MSPs, the only way for small and medium-sized businesses to outsource their IT services was through the break-fix model. Simply put, when something breaks, you call someone and they come fix it for you. Sounds reasonable, but it was clear to us that this wasn't a viable long-term solution. The longer you sit around waiting for something to go wrong with your network or hardware, the more you pay and the more your business suffers.
What does BlackBird, as a MSP, do for businesses? Think about it like this: If you've ever owned a car you know that taking it to the shop for regular checkups and maintenance is going to save you more money than repairing it when something goes wrong, because as a result of one problem being ignored, other problems have formed. Similar to a responsible car owner, BlackBird takes a proactive approach. By giving your network and hardware a little bit of attention now, you're rewarded later.
And there are no surprises. We charge the same fee every month. If we have to drive out to fix a problem, we don't charge you extra. You don't get that kind of service from a break-fix company. It would charge an outrageous hourly rate just to come out and tell you one of your servers needs replacing. And why do you have to replace it?
Because it hasn't been managed proactively.
But why do we charge less and provide more value? It's simple. By taking a proactive approach and constantly performing minor tasks, we avoid major disasters, making our clients happier and saving ourselves time and resources. As a result, we're able to work faster and take on more clients than a break-fix IT company can.
I always knew I was on the right career path but I wasn't sure where it would lead me.
Following my ideals and vision led me to joining BlackBird, which allowed me to become not part of just a team, but a family. I now provide my clients with an efficient, cost-effective IT solution that improves their technology and in turn, their business.
With BlackBird, for the first time in my career I'm a part of something I truly believe in.
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Who needs the Playboy Mansion? After leaving The Girls Next Door, Kendra Wilkinson – a.k.a. Hef's former gal pal – officially moved into her own place, scored a hot new fiancé (Philadelphia Eagles' Hank Baskett), and found her own hit reality vehicle, Kendra, which premiered to an audience of 2.6 million (E!'s highest debut since The Anna Nicole Show). Amidst the hectic schedule of shooting her show and planning her upcoming wedding, Wilkinson, 24, took the time to call up EW and chat about Jon and Kate, Joel McHale and her next project (hint: it's a baby!).–Kate Ward
How far along are you?
I [was] 12 weeks on Friday. So 12 weeks and a couple days.
Will the show follow your pregnancy?
Yeah. I'm okay with them following the pregnancy, but I'm a little nervous. I don't think it's going to be okay if they shoot after the pregnancy. I'm definitely going to spend some time with my baby. I don't need too many people around shining these bright lights and cameras and stuff. I don't want my baby being born into that. I want my baby being born into love with Hank and I.
So no cameras in the delivery room?
No. I mean, Hank's camera only.
Are you only looking to do the show up until the baby is born? Will you be taking a break?
I see this show as, yeah, it's a home video of us, but at the same time, I see it as a job. It's a fun thing, too. The show is very classy, the way [E!] does it. It's not some trashy show. And I definitely wouldn't put every single detail out there, like Jon and Kate. They put out every single detail of their kids. It just blows me away how much stuff they put out there of them. It's too much they put out. I know if we do end up filming with the baby, it's going to be very, very limited. It won't show as much as Jon & Kate.
But you're not closed off to doing a show after the baby is born?
No, that's my job. That's my life. That's my career. We have fun doing it because we love the people that are surrounding us doing it. And we trust them, you know?
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How did you react to the great ratings for the Kendra premiere?
It's just amazing, you know? All my job is to shoot the show, and tell everyone else to watch it. I wasn't expecting the ratings to be so big. It's a home video of me and Hank. I thought, are people really going to watch this? But when I heard the ratings, I was just blown out of my mind. I was like, "What?" And people are saying it's their favorite show now, and I'm like, that's so weird. It's like a home video to Hank and I. And we consider it being a documentary about all these memories that we have.
You're so young and you've already been on two hit reality shows, gotten engaged and gotten pregnant.
I live my life in the fast lane, and I love living it like that. And I feel like if I'm not moving too fast, I'm moving way too slow. That's what I've been saying to everybody lately. But, you know, everything's happening at a good time. I'm 24. It's a perfect age. It's not like I'm a teenager. I'm a grown woman now. I feel very ready for my life, and I feel like I've been ready. And I'm really excited about it. I stopped the partying a lot. I stopped it all. I don't even like partying anymore. I couldn't wait to take the next step, and here we are now, taking the next step. After the wedding, we're going to concentrate on the pregnancy, and have a baby. Our relationship will not go stale, let me tell you that.
Where are you living now?
I'm living in L.A. now. We have a house here in L.A. But we're planning our next move. We're going to be in Philly for a couple of months. It's not permanent or anything. It's a good hibernating time for me. Getting away from the craziness in L.A., and just being able to hibernate and relax. I'm going to have my baby out there. And then come back in a couple months and enjoy the baby with the family and friends. And come back either to San Diego or here in L.A.
Hopefully you'll be craving cheesesteaks when you're in Philly.
Oh, I do, girl, I do. But also, I'm having my baby where my brother was born and from where my roots are from. My whole family is from where I'm going to have the baby and where I'm going to live, so it's just a coincidence. It's so weird.
Your laugh has become so distinctive. Did you ever think you had such a distinctive laugh?
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Bruce Ellington Excited To Be A 49ers Wide Receiver
San Francisco 49ers draft pick Bruce Ellington spoke to the media Saturday.
Did you have much contact with the 49ers leading up to this?
?I talked to them at the Combine, but not much after that.?
What have they told you about how you can fit in here?
?They just told me to come in and be ready to compete. I think I?m going to be ready to do that. I love to compete. So, I?m just going to come in and do what they ask me to do and play hard and just come in ready to work.?
What do you think of the guys you?re going to be surrounded with? Obviously WR Michael Crabtree, WR Anquan Boldin, they just picked up WR Stevie Johnson, WR Brandon Lloyd?s here, WR Quinton Patton. What do you know about those guys?
?They?re just going to help me get better because I know those guys can play, and I?m just going to learn from them. Learn the playbook, get with them and let them teach me some things, watch what they do and just become a better player by watching them.?
How much experience do you have returning punts?
?I have a little bit of experience doing it. I did it in college. I did it a little bit in high school. So, I?m going to be comfortable doing it. I?m ready to come in and do whatever the coaches ask me to do, kick return, punt return, kickoff, punt, whatever it is I?m going to be ready to do.?
Just looking at the stats, it looked like you?d only returned three punts in your college career. Is that accurate?
?Yes, sir. That?s accurate. [South Carolina WR] Ace Sanders, he was our punt returner when I was playing there. So, you know how he is at that punt returner. He?s real good at it. So, I was a backup.?
Are you comfortable handling punts?
?Yes, sir.?
At what point in your college career did you decide, I?m going to be a football player and not a basketball player? And was that difficult for you? Was basketball your first love in terms of sports?
?I feel it was pretty difficult because I just love to compete and I love playing both sports. Leaving one is different, but I think that football is what I want to do. It?s what I feel that comfortable doing. And I?d say about my second year coming in playing football, I finally realized that football is what I wanted to do. So, I took advantage of it and think I did pretty good.?
How does being a point guard help you at receiver?
?It has helped me. You want to compete. You want to be the best player on the court. You want to lead, help lead and just want to be a team player. Because being the point guard, you?ve got to lead everybody that?s around you. So, I think that?s going to help a lot when I get to the NFL.?
What about the vision aspect of it? Is that helpful at playing receiver?
?It helps a lot. I?m a small guy. So, going up against in basketball these 6?9? guys, 6?8? guys, it helps you to see all the people around you talking, the vision part is good playing basketball.?
Did you get a chance to watch a lot of your cousin?s games against the 49ers last year?
?Yes, sir. I got to watch a little bit of it.?
And what were your impressions of the 49ers from what you saw on TV?
?I love the 49ers. They?re a great team. I?m just ready to come in and help build the program even better than what it is now.?
What?s your relationship with RB Marcus Lattimore like?
?It?s good. Marcus is a team player and while I was there, he was kind of one of the guys who came to me and told me to come out and play football, come out and help the team. So, we have a good relationship. It?s going to make it even better when I get up there.?
Was CB Chris Culliver there at all? Did you guys cross paths when he was at South Carolina? Or was he gone before you got there?
?He was there my freshman year and I got a chance to work out with him a couple times.?
Did you burn him in practices?
?I actually didn?t get to go against him in practice.?
Because you?ve split your time between two sports, do you feel like you?ve got a lot of growth potential as a football player?
?Yes, sir. I feel like I have a lot of growth. Because I?ve only played for three years, so I feel like there?s a lot more things that I can put in my game and become a better player.?
When you say you only played it for three years, you played in high school though, right?
?I played quarterback in high school. I played quarterback, running back and DB.?
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I understand that people may not be crazy about XML and it was used, overused and abused to no end for many, many years. But, I personally find it a very useful format for encoding basic data that doesn't need to be in binary and is never really intended to be sent over a network. Effectively I use it to define animation states and object properties in games. I also use it to great effect for localization strings.
I find JSON problematic for these cases and frankly, YAML isn't as easy to put together particularly when you have a number of sub objects (not as intuitive, but that could simply be because it hasn't been in as great a use as XML).
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I am 22 years old, and am in my third year of undergraduate study at the University of Chicago, double majoring in Biology and Anthropology. In 2000, I was selected from a pool of thousands of applicants as a Student Argonaut for the JASON XI Project (Going to Extremes); the position involved visits to local schools to describe the Argonaut Program, interacting with teachers at 'teacher training sessions' at NASA Ames, and conducting research at home prior to a two week scientific expedition off the coast of Key Largo, Florida, and in Houston, Texas, studying two "extreme" environments: deep sea and space, with the help of a team of world-reknowned scientists, including Dr. Robert Ballard, Dr. Ellen Prager, Dr. Mark Patterson, Dr. John Shebalin, etc. We completed five live broadcasts per day to Primary Interactive Network Sites around the world from the Aquarius, the world's only underwater live-in laboratory, to give hundreds of thousands of students the feeling that they were actually taking part in a scientific expedition. We also conducted research on the seasonal variations in the growth rate of Halimeda, a single-celled underwater algae; these data were gathered underwater using SCUBA, by dyeing the specimens with Alizarin Red and measuring the segments of old and new growth after a seven day period.
In 2001-2, I was invited to host the JASON XIV Project Prologue Video, a video that is distributed to teachers with the JASON Project curriculum and is shown widely in classrooms. Filming this video involved traveling to California's Channel Islands (San Miguel and Santa Rosa) and assisting researchers with studies of endemic wild foxes as well as elephant seals; the position of Video Host required a great deal of curiousity, creativity, and enthusiasm, as I was effectively acting as a 'middle ground' between the researchers and the many thousands of young students who would later watch the video in class. This adventure gave me a great deal of experience with working in front of, and engaging with, a video camera.
Since then, I have worked in several research laboratories on the University of Chicago campus (studying such diverse topics as infant cognitive development, color vision, and the crayfish nervous system), and, during a year off between high school and college, taught English to elementary school students and physics to high school students in South Africa. The excitement and challenge inherent in travel is something that I absolutely love; since high school I have lived in or visited eleven countries in Africa, Europe, the South Pacific, and Central America. As for my language skills, I took a year of college Spanish during my freshman year in college, and spent all of last summer studying Spanish intensively (five hours of one-on-one instruction with a teacher per day, five days a week) in Guatemala.
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Report of the 31st Meeting of the CDM Afforestation and Reforestation Working Group Released
23 March 2011: The report of the 31st meeting of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Afforestation and Reforestation (A/R) Working Group, which was held from 14-16 March 2011 in Bonn, Germany, is now available on the CDM website. The Working Group considers matters relating to CDM afforestation and reforestation project activities.
During the meeting, the Working Group considered the proposed new A/R methodology "Afforestation and reforestation of degraded tidal forest habitats" and requested the Secretariat to send the draft reformatted methodology to the project participants to confirm whether the methodology still applies to their project. It also requested the Secretariat to send the draft reformatted methodology to the Secretariat of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Convention) for their comments. In addition, in response to the CDM Executive Board's request for the development of top-down methodologies to increase the geographic coverage of the CDM to under-represented regions, the Working Group agreed to recommend a new A/R methodology "Afforestation and reforestation of lands other than wetlands."
The A/R Working Group also agreed to recommend amendments to approved A/R methodologies and tools as a part the ongoing process of improving approved methodologies to further enhance their objectivity, applicability, usability and consistency. The Working Group considered amendments to the following approved methodologies and tools: "Afforestation and reforestation of degraded land;" "Tool for estimation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions due to clearing, burning and decay of existing vegetation attributable to a CDM A/R project activity;" "Tool for estimation of change in soil organic carbon stocks due to the implementation of A/R CDM project activities;" "Tool for estimation of carbon stocks and change in carbon stocks of trees and shrubs in A/R CDM project activities." It agreed to recommend to the Executive Board to approve the amendments, which are contained in annexes to the report. The Working Group also began considering submissions requesting clarifications to approved A/R methodologies, and agreed to continue consideration of the submissions at its next meeting. [Publication: Report of the 31st Meeting of the Afforestation and Reforestation Working Group]


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There's a brand new race coming to Portland in August, a half marathon in a month where there aren't many other options in NW Oregon. (There is also a 5k and a Mile.) It's called the Greater Portland Half Marathon, and even though the name on the checks (for things like permits and the race shirt order) will be for a national company, it's a local RD that's actually putting the event on; selecting local vendors and working with local companies.
Now, we know you're smart and we know the area running community is a pretty tight community, so you may have already heard people talking about this event and the company that owns it: Reinke Sports Group. RSG does not have a perfect resume when it comes to putting on races, and there are some pretty incendiary blog posts about past races that RSG has planned but then canceled, leaving local vendors and runners high and dry when it comes to payments and race bibs. Essentially, RSG has created events, marketed them (and collected registrations) ... and then canceled them.
However, because I don't know the full story behind everything (I know of a number of local companies who have planned events but then had to cancel them due to lower-than-expected registrations); and especially because of the local person hired to actually put on the event, I'm going to put my support behind the Greater Portland Half Marathon.
That local race director is Mark Barrett, who has put on events in Oregon for many years, including the ORRC 10.4-miler and 10k, the Vernonia Half Marathon which in 2011 added the Vernonia Marathon, and is also the RD for the brand-new Barrel to Keg Relay taking place in July.
Barrett, who I have come to know through my work as an ORRC race director and through writing about so many events, has demonstrated time after time his dedication to runners through safe, accurate courses and providing a supportive racing environment. His "day job" is teaching; he also dedicates countless hours to area races as a volunteer (ORRC race directors are 100% volunteer). Barrett, who does these things out of his love for the sport, has had the conversation with Reinke about their company's history, and has received assurance - both in discussion and action - that they're dedicated to putting on a great race in Portland.
I invite all of you to do your own research and make your own decision; it would not be fair of us to ignore so many negative reviews of a running event company; and if you would like to write a guest opinion piece about this subject you can email it to us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Here are the vitals for the race, which we'll be following from now up until final results are posted:
When: Saturday, August 6, 2011
What time: The half marathon starts at 8a and the 5k at 8:15a
Where: Pacific University/Lincoln Park in Forest Grove
Register: Online here for $10 for the Mile, $25 for the 5k, and $60 for the half. The half marathon registration includes a short sleeve tech shirt and the 5k, Mile, and all volunteers will get a cotton short sleeve shirt. (And the logo is pretty cool!)


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A resort in the heart of a planned community, ideal for golfers and their families.
While the villas here are pleasant, they are not the main draw. This property is a part of the larger World Golf Village, which is part of the even larger 6,300-acre The Neighborhoods of World Golf Village. Guests staying here enjoy access to, among many facilities, the King & Bear Golf Course, the first design partnership between golf legends Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. These one- and two-bedroom villas overlook the 17th and 18th holes. They have balconies, full kitchens and living rooms with sleeper sofas. The comforts of home include VCRs, CD players and washers and dryers. For those who don't golf, there is a sand volleyball court, basketball court, putting course, tennis courts and large lagoon-shaped pool. Along with traditional hotel services such as a 24-hour front desk and concierge, guests have easy access to the attractions of the Village, such as the World Golf Hall of Fame, an IMAX theater and over a dozen restaurants, from the Cypress Pointe Restaurant to a Pizza Hut.
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Wow. This is a timely discussion as I spent most of the week considering how to sell myself and how to re-write my resume to make it easier to read and make it more appealing.
I've done a reasonable amount of hiring in the last few years and I used this experience as a driver for my reworking. When you receive a stack of 20+ resumés you have to sort through them quickly, and for me if I couldn't quickly see that someone "gets" UX then it was quickly in the out pile. Then I looked for a balance of skills that I/we needed, e.g. design, research, visual, IA, stakeholder skills etc.
I really like Mike's approach, but for me interpreting the infographics was too hard. They were pretty, but I couldn't quickly interpret them. Maybe the next iteration will swing better. I did like the fact it was under three pages through, anything longer is just too much – I'll talk to you if I want to know more.
That's my 2¢, and it wouldn't be fair if I didn't put my own up for critique: http://eeoh.com.au/chris/resume/ which also goes alongside http://eeoh.com.au/chris/about/ These, and the web site, are a current work in progress, but I'm happy with the direction.
It's good to see people exploring this area more, it can definitely be improved.
One last comment, not everyone hiring UX people gets or understands UX. Getting a resume through these people makes the challenge much harder.
All the best,
Chris McLay.
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Source: The Detroit News
quote: I bet that it'd also be more efficient if the government didn't give the 2 cent subsidy to oil and gas companies and taxed gas 33 cents instead of 35 cents. Prices would stay the same and the process would eliminate some unnecessary government positions.
quote: Also, CAFE is a crock. Everyone know that gas prices aren't going down, there is no need for a government mandate for more fuel efficient vehicles, the gas prices will take care of that. Every car manufacturer is already trying to make their cars as efficient as they can and it's not because of CAFE, but because consumers want efficient vehicles.
quote: shows the sad state of GOP.
quote: If the GOP is in a sad state, this article is a perfect example of where the Democrats have their priorities. Gas prices, unemployment, and economic growth ALL terrible under their rule. And what do they waste their time doing? Crap like CAFE, de-funding social security with a payroll tax election year stunt, and trying to force Churches to provide birth control for free. Man those are REALLY important considering where our country is heading let me tell ya.
quote: Yet another excellent example of the parallel universe the libs live in. Bush evil. Bad wars. Rove and Cheney devils. Oil VERY bad. Pipelines bad. Crony capitalism good (for the moment). People who go to certain churches bad. Public funding of abortion good.
quote: country in the world agreed with.
quote: Hundreds of other countries "didn't go in there". So what? Is a military action only justifiable if the ENTIRE world agrees
quote: A. US invasion of Iraq was a "war of aggression
quote: The only time war is acceptable is in defense
quote: Iraq was very aggressive against Kuwait. There was a war. They lost the war and agreed to certain UN terms. They repeatedly broke those agreements, knowingly committed hostile acts like breaking the "No Fly Zone". A HOSTILE act. And other such violations. A second war, given this behavior, was inevitable. When you don't comply with agreed on treaties and UN sanctions, eventually a military response happens. When you don't allow UN weapons inspectors do their job, one assumes you have something to hide.
quote: 1. Iraq was NEVER a threat to the US
quote: You have no clue how horrible war is and how it should be avoided at all costs.
quote: And you do. Please regale me with all your first hand experience.
quote: I immigrated to the USA from Bosnia in 1995, does that count, you a-hole?
quote: I suggest you abandon them.
quote: Sending some flights over the country to help the rebels in the civil war
quote: Not only do you have NOTHING but contempt for this nation and uphold it with every post you make
quote: Maybe those Serbs had the right idea after all.
quote: I love this country more than you do bud.
quote: Where do you get that I hate this country?
quote: Unlike you, I have seen the horrors of war and what religion does.
quote: There we go folks, all conservatives are Nazis
quote: I do and I know it could be much much better than it currently is with the right choices.
quote: pass a national healthcare mandate in the constitution
quote: Also your religious comments are abhorrent given the fact that America was built on religious rights and freedoms as much as any other principle.
quote: No, you've seen the horrors of what morons and their false extremist take on Islam can do. Bosnia is not America, and what happened there could NEVER happen here.
quote: No one is denying anyone birth control for fucks sake. Anyone with a brain just is saying that employers shouldn't be REQUIRED to pay for it 100%!
quote: bible-thumping right-wing racist bigots
quote: Well, if you look at it that way, I don't think employers should have to pay for any healthcare for anyone. It should be just like Europe and Canada, but since we don't have that, the next best thing is employer provided coverage.
quote: Europe and Canada have it wrong, people should be paying for their own healthcare not government.
quote: .but anything government is evil you say
quote: I see America as a nation with great potential as the number of people like you sufficiently decrease over time and religion loses its influence.
quote: What does that even mean? Great potential?
quote: First off, you have no idea what people "like me" are, you simply call us names as if it were facts.
quote: Secondly our best times are clearly behind us,
quote: And these are the people who are first to point at our "failing" Healthcare system on one hand, while on the other forcing insurance companies to cover 100% of birth control, plastic surgeries, boobjobs and other elective procedures.
quote: In that context everything is health related.
quote: I mean come on Liberals, I was buying condoms by the truckload when I had a minimum wage job flipping burgers!
quote: So now birth control is a basic medical necessity? Are you fucking kidding me?!?!
quote: trying to force Churches to provide birth control for free.
quote: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof;
quote: Everyone know that gas prices aren't going down, there is no need for a government mandate for more fuel efficient vehicles, the gas prices will take care of that.
quote: While 35+ cents go to taxes.
quote: If only 35 cents per gallon goes to the government in the USA, then I really don't think you have a lot to complain about. In New Zealand 59.129 cents per litre of petrol goes to our government. From what I've heard, it is worse in Europe.
quote: sorry but families of more than 4 don't fit into a Camry. Even then its tight for long trips.
quote: As the article makes note, cheap vehicles will disappear
quote: This is nothing short of government regulation deciding what vehicles will be built. Because in a world of these standards, large vehicles either don't exist or are too expensive for most to afford. And sorry but families of more than 4 don't fit into a Camry. Even then its tight for long trips.
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2011 Yamaha Grizzly 450 EPS First Ride 0
Midsize utility machines in the 450 class are already light and easy to handle, but that doesn't mean they can't be even more agile and rider friendly. Yamaha ATV riders have a strong desire for power steering options within all utility segments, so the Tuning Fork crew decided to equip the Grizzly 450 with EPS for 2011. Yamaha chose Washington's claustrophobic trails of the Capitol State Forest to demonstrate why the new 450 EPS is worth every penny.
In order to build the best product for customers, a company like Yamaha first has to know what those customers want. In the case of 351-450cc utility ATVS, the three largest demographics are by far trail riding, hunting and farming. On top of that, affordability and value are paramount. These ATV users are widely active and financially shrewd. It's not a market segment governed by chest-thumping power claims, marketing bravado and unlimited budgets. What these machines need to survive in this hard-nosed reality are bulletproof design, capable performance and usable features. One of the hottest new additions to utility quads is electronic power steering. The non-EPS version is still available, but the new model costs only $600 more.
The new EPS system is speed sensitive, meaning it applies more aid during low-speed maneuvers and less as speeds increase, reducing the nervous or twitchy feel. We could easily feel the influence out on the trail where the steering was incredibly light. Yamaha makes use of selectable 2WD and on-demand 4WD (which is essentially AWD). More traction can be found with the locking front differential – all of which is activate by two simple buttons located onthe right handlebar. Bombing down tight trails out of the Middle Waddell Staging area, I could easily pick my direction with hardly any input at the handlebars. Clicking into 4WD created slightly more drag and required a bit more effort, but I was happy to spend a little more energy in 4WD for the added precision in steering. Though I toggled between the two settings all day, I preferred 4WD in almost every situation. At the end of the day I think it takes less effort in 4WD because it's so easy to avoid trail obstacles, and I certainly hit less debris and made fewer mistakes with all four wheels engaged. Only for the gnarliest situations did I lock in the differential. I also only dropped into low-range for one particular climb, though the Grizzly did make it up in high range and without the diff-lock, a testament to its abilities.
The second benefit of EPS, and the one I appreciate most, is the diminishing effects it has on negative feedback. In other words, it acts like a steering damper. I cringed through most of the morning as I hit embedded rocks and roots the size of my thighs. Eventually I realized that it was pretty much a non-issue. Only once did my the bars yank from my grip, and it was an impact that would have probably left me with a thumb or wrist injury if I hadn't been utilizing EPS.
Shifting the Grizzly is simple. A hand lever on the left side down by the rider's knee offers high, low, neutral, reverse and park. Getting into or out of park/reverse requires the rear brake pedal be depressed, but the rest of the shifting can be done without. The Grizzly will start in gear with a heavy squeeze of the rear brake lever and a push of the electric start. Our ride never required the choke, though it comes equipped.
There's more to this new model than a steering aid, most notably the inclusion of a new one-piece chassis and a sealed wet brake. We haven't ridden the old chassis for comparison, but Yamaha had the 2010 steel frame and the new one available for us to feel the difference without the bulk of any extra components. Simply lifting them with our hands demonstrated a very substantial weight loss for the 2011 chassis. Yamaha claims 22 pounds between the '10 and '11 non-EPS models. Even with the added weight of EPS, the new machine is still 10 pounds lighter overall at a claimed 620 pounds curb weight. One of the significant weight savings came from the loss of the two-inch tow hitch receiver. We don't think this is necessarily a good thing, but Yamaha claims that customer research shows not everyone, particularly in overseas markets, want the 2-inch receiver. Rather than being welded in place, this year the receiver is available as an accessory and uses a bolt-on attachment. More savings came from the single-piece construction, which remove bolts, spacers, washers and threads from the equation.
A 48.5-inch wheelbase is nearly an inch shorter than the similar Honda Rancher AT, but judging from memory of our 2010 Honda Rancher AT ATV Review, the Grizzly felt more planted and less tippy during technical sections. This might be in part to the better traction provided by the tires, greater suspension travel or lower weight. In general, the 450 EPS felt larger than the Rancher AT with a roomier layout and more accommodating ergonomic package for my 5'11" build.
Maxxis developed an aggressive 25-inch tire specifically for Yamaha, and the larger meats contribute to the Grizzly's 10.8 inches of ground clearance. The tread pattern is fairly aggressive yet linear, which means it rolls smoothly down the trail and still provides ample traction. The tire is supposed to have extra-strong sidewalls despite its two-ply construction. We ground the inner and outer sidewalls against rocks, wire, cement and stumps without any problems. In fact, I didn't hear a single report of a flat tire from more than a dozen journalists and Yamaha staff. However, despite its apparent toughness and claimed sidewall stiffness, the tire still flexes considerably. I loved the comfort provided by the mushrooming tread, but picking up the pace led to some additional body roll, and I wanted to add air pressure during our trail ride – though I never took the time to pump up. Once we found a nasty playground to test the suspension articulation, skidplates and our own skill, the slow speeds and technical terrain made good use of the flexible carcass. Overall it's a very good tire as stock OE equipment, much better than we've seen on other manufacturers' ATVs.
Full underbody protection comes in the form of plastic skidplates, A-arm guards and a CV boot protector. Mounting bolts are recessed to keep them protected and allow the Grizzly to glide over obstacles without catching. We were happy to put these to the test and the 450 definitely gets over rocks and logs with little effort. GYTR protectors are available also in beefy aluminum and provide slightly better coverage around the edges of the frame. Riders who want to spend their time bashing around would be well-suited to upgrade. The stock units do a great job, but the 450 EPS is so agile and comparatively light that all we wanted to do was mob through sections that seem impossible.
Yamaha left the engine and suspension alone, focusing on features other than the drivetrain. Still, whether heading down a trail or pulling itself over a stump, the Grizzly has enough motor to do the job. The 421cc engine uses a SOHC arrangement in conjunction with a 10.0:1 compression ratio. Fuel combusts within the 84.5 x 75mm bore and stroke cylinder. Carburetion from the 33mm Mikuni was great during operation and we ran at elevations from roughly 100-2200 feet. However, we witnessed a machine tip over after a rider error and the Grizzly was slow to start – it's no EFI.
The Yamaha is rated to tow up to 1322 pounds and can hoist 88 pounds on the front powder-coated rack and 176 pounds on the rear. Suspending it all is a set of fully independent double-wishbone shocks. The front duo offer 6.3 inches of travel and the rears bring 7.1 inches to play with. They are all non-adjustable and fairly soft. We managed to bottom them when hammering down the trail. For the most part, they sucked up everything with surprising compliance, and we only reached the end of their limits on whoops and some small jumps. Though potent for its size, the motor and automatic transmission doesn't have enough steam to lift the font end at will, which meant we hit a lot of stuff. Some quick but careful planning with the right thumb did allow the Grizzly to get over some of the whoops, but it took some upper body strength to help it over.
Engine braking is a mechanical system, operated by a one-way sprag clutch. This freewheeling bearing only kicks in when the tire speed exceeds the engine speed. It also means that you only get engine braking applied to the rear wheels when in 2WD and all four when in 4WD. There is no electronic factor or sensors and the system works very seamlessly. I had to make a conscious effort to detect it, and the best way is to switch from 2WD to 4WD while descending. The sensation is predictable and I was able to use it effectively during the trail ride and came to count on it rather than abuse my brake levers.
The rear brake is now sealed inside the rear differential housing. Our concerns with a sealed wet brake are longevity, but Yamaha claims its system is designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle. It's easiest to imagine this system like a clutch pack. The fiber (brake pad) and metal discs provide the stopping friction. Unlike a clutch, which is compressed most of the time while riding, the wet brake is open with the discs free-floating in a bath of cooling, cleansing oil. The only time they come into contact is when the brake is applied, which is obviously the minority of time during a ride. By mounting the brake on the pinion gear, Yamaha engineers freed up more space for the discs to rest in, creating better cooling and lubrication, therefore longer lifespan. Also, by eliminating another gear reduction, the new system is said to provide 20% more braking force.
The extra braking power can be most felt through the left hand lever. Modulating the brake, initiating slides and tiptoeing around a precipice are all easily done with the pull of a single finger. We'd like the front brakes to have as much feel as the rear. It was difficult to use just one finger and the feedback was wooden in comparison. There was some variance in the rear brake lever during a long playriding session on slow-speed, technical terrain. Speeds didn't exceed 15 mph for over an hour as we crawled, twisted and wheelied over countless obstacles. The lever started to exhibit play, like what you might find from an abused manual clutch. At first I thought the cable had stretched, but once the machine sat for awhile the lever tightened up again. There was no loss of braking power, however, just play at the lever.
Day-to-day living with an ATV can be a match made in heaven or a miserable marriage. Fortunately, like any good partner, Yamaha hasn't forgotten about the little things that make a big difference. A standard 12-volt accessory plug goes a long way with us in terms of value. The Grizzly is exactly the type of ATV we'd love to explore with, and trail riders and hunters alike will find the benefits of charging a GPS, camera, spotlight or cell phone out on the trail. And don't forget heated clothing.
The same goes for agricultural use with sprayers or any number of accessories that can be utilized. Yamaha also has a good deal of storage with an underseat bucket and a waterproof box on the right fender panel. The digital instrument panel is easy to use with multiple functions and the hand controls allow the rider to keep a firm grip on the machine while managing most features. Airbox access requires no tools for simple maintenance and the four-gallon fuel tank offers a reserve setting in addition to the fuel gauge located in plain view next to the filler cap.
Something else we like about the new Grizzly is that it's built here in America at the Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation in Newnan, Georgia. YMMC also constructs the side-by-side units like the Rhino as well as golf cars and watercraft.
Yamaha offers the 2011 Grizzly 450 EPS in three options, standard is hunter green ($7499), steel blue with aluminum wheels (our favorite and $7799) and Realtree AP Camo for the hunters ($7849). Additionally, the Yamaha Outdoors accessory catalog is stocked with items like gun racks, winches, plows, rack extensions, fender flares and more.
One of the key terms that Yamaha brass liked to toss around during our time in Washington was "confidence-inspiring." They used this to describe the handling, EPS, engine braking and suspension qualities. At the end of the day it was evident that it wasn't a bunch of PR speak. I was able to think back and find examples of how I was able to put confidence in the Grizzly 450 in all of the areas described, and more. The physical size of the machine is unintimidating, the motor capable yet forgiving, suspension plush, EPS is well-calibrated and thorough and engine braking unobtrusive. I rode faster than I should through low-visibility situations without fear of what I might hit; and I attempted more technical obstacles because I always felt in control and comfortable with the ergonomics. That alone is worth the extra $600 for the new EPS model, not to mention the attention to detail and durable reputation that comes with it.


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Nursing Program
The Division of Nursing Program at Cuyahoga Community College is one program offered at three different locations: the Eastern, Metropolitan and Westshore Campuses. The program consists of two areas, the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing and the Certificate in Practical Nursing.
The programs are highly individualized and blend classroom instruction with laboratory work and a professional, clinical field experience that offer students excellent hands-on experience in real world health care settings. As a profession, nurses have an important, influential role in health care delivery. As a nurse, you will derive satisfaction from knowing that you are able to work and support patients and their loved one through the lifespan.
Prospective nursing students please be advised that for best consideration to enter a Spring 2017 nursing program all admission requirements including the A2 entrance exam must be completed by September 30, 2016.
Please be advised if a student was reviewed on 12/31/2014 or before and failed to continue the admissions process, the review will be voided and the student will have to re-submit for review under the updated admission requirements.
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Students requesting review after 8/15/2015 will be required to meet updated admission requirements.
Tri-C offers degrees and a certificate in the following nursing program tracks:
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The Practical Nursing Program is a one-year certificate program that admits students each fall semester and has day and evening components. Prerequisite criteria must be met prior to admission. See the Practical Nursing Information Packet for specific details.


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He probably paid out of his own pocket for your powerup membership. I herd, if they don't meet a certain quota, they would lose their job.
You need to be a powerup member to be on the waiting list and there's a free version of the powerup membership. So I doubt he paid anything as I myself am a free member.


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Perhaps the Pepperell Dragons will finally get to play baseball today.
After waiting four days for the weather to cooperate, the Dragons are again scheduled to host Greater Atlanta Christian today in the third and decisive game of their best-of-three first-round Class AA playoff series.
First pitch is slated for 4 p.m. — and this time, the forecast looks favorable, with sunshine expected.
The Dragons and Spartans opened the series on Friday, when they split a doubleheader in Lindale.
The teams were then scheduled to play Game 3 on Saturday, but heavy rain moved into the area over the weekend, causing the contest to be postponed three times — Saturday, Monday and again on Tuesday.
The winner of today's game will advance to the second round.
Pepperell is looking to become the third Greater Rome team to lock up a spot in the second round of the playoffs.
The Darlington Tigers will open second-round action today in the Class A-Private School playoffs.
The Tigers are traveling to Macon to face First Presbyterian in a best-of-three series that starts with today's doubleheader. The first game is scheduled for 4 p.m.
Darlington is the No. 5 seed in the private-school's 16-team bracket, and First Presbyterian is the No. 4 seed.
Darlington advanced to the second round by sweeping Hebron Christian — the team that ended the Tigers' postseason in each of the past two years — in the opening round last Friday.
In the Class A public-school playoffs, the No. 11-seeded Trion Bulldogs will be at home, hosting No. 14-seeded Jenkins County in a series that begins on Thursday.
The teams will play a doubleheader (with the first game scheduled for 4 p.m.), and if a third game is necessary, it will be played Friday.
Trion swept No. 6-seeded Hawkinsville in the first round, 6-2 and 2-1, on the road.
Jenkins County stunned No. 3-seeded Schley County in the first round, sweeping a doubleheader on the road, 18-3 and 3-2, to advance to the Elite 8.


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Our undergraduate horology course is the only one of its kind, designed to train and create employable students in horology. The course is tailored to meet the growing global demand for watchmakers and clockmakers who are qualified to the industry standard.
Taught by industry experts with professional experience, you'll have the opportunity to simultaneously gain Professional Membership from the British Horological Institute.
The skills of our graduates are highly sought after. That's why they secure roles with prestigious companies such as Cartier, Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH), Omega, Swatch and the British Museum.
If you're looking to start this course in 2017, it's important to know that the content and structure are undergoing a substantial review and are likely to be different to what is outlined here. We'll publish more detailed information about the changes over the next few months. If you're starting in 2016, the course content/structure won't be affected by the review.
Horology is the art and science of time measurement, and the study of clocks and watches, both mechanical and electronic.
Our unique undergraduate course combines traditional craftsmanship with the latest technology. It looks at the theory of horology with the practical skills to back this up.
You'll examine the history of time keeping, how clocks and watches work and how they are designed. The course gives you the techniques for clock and watch restoration which are in demand in the industry.
The course uses industry standard software including the Solidworks CAD package to teach design and technical drawing skills alongside traditional and modern niche skills of repair, conservation and restoration. Our workshops give you access to timing and testing equipment and machine tools including advanced five-axis milling and Engine Turning Equipment.
Our reputation and staff connections mean that our professional links are outstanding and our graduates are highly employable.
We have unique industry partnerships with luxury goods brands such as Cartier Richemont (UK), and Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH). Cartier Richemont (UK) owns the brands IWC, Panerai, Piaget, Jaeger le Coultre, Baume & Mercier, Montblanc amongst others and LVMH Watch & Jewellery UK has a portfolio including the likes of TAG Heuer, Zenith and Bulgari. More recently we have joined forces with Christopher Ward, an established UK brand. All these offer work placements, one-to-one mentoring and the chance to develop technical skills in a commercial environment.
You'll study at our internationally-renowned School of Jewellery, in the heart of Birmingham's famous working Jewellery Quarter. The historical facade of our Vittoria Street building conceals a contemporary environment including workshops, a specialist library, an atrium gallery and exhibition space.
"My time spent studying provided me with an excellent foundation skillset and knowledge that I was able to build upon professionally in an Haute Horology brand service department." Thomas Mason
Our next University-wide Open Day will take place on Saturday 8 October 2016. Come along to find out more about our courses and see our facilities.
Please note: we are currently reviewing our entire course provision for 2017/18. Details will be included in your registration email.
Visit our School site for more student work and extra information.
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We accept a range of qualifications, the most popular of which are detailed below.
|Typical UK Qualification
|Requirements 2016/17
In addition to qualifications, applicants will also need a good portfolio.
|GCE A Level/ AS Level
|BBC at A-Level or 280 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level with a minimum of 2 A-Levels
|Access to Higher Education Diploma
|Pass overall with 60 credits, 45 at Level 3 and 15 at Level 2. Must be in a relevant subject pathway
|BTEC National Diploma (12-units not including early years)
|D*D* or combined with other Level 3 qualifications to achieve a minimum total of 280 UCAS points
|BTEC Extended Diploma (18-units not including early years)
|DMM - 280 UCAS points
|BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/ National Award (6-units not including early years)
|Combined with other Level 3 qualifications to achieve a minimum total of 280 UCAS points
|BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art and Design
|International Baccalaureate Diploma
|28 points overall
|Irish Leaving Certificate
|280 UCAS points - Higher Levels
|Scottish Higher/ Advanced Higher
|280 UCAS points
|Welsh Baccalaureate (core plus options)
|120 tariff points combined with other Level 3 qualifications to achieve a minimum total of 280 UCAS points
If you have a qualification that is not listed in the table please refer to our full entry requirements on UCAS.
Further guidance on tariff points can be found on the UCAS website.
If you are a full-time undergraduate applicant for the 2015/16 year, and show particular potential, we may be able to make you an unconditional offer if you make us first choice and satisfy certain criteria.
To be considered you must hold, or be predicted to achieve:
You will also be required to attend an interview.
|Typical EU/Non-EU (International) Qualifications
|Requirements 2016/17
|6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands
|International Baccalaureate Diploma (or equivalent, including internationally accredited Foundation courses).
|28 points overall
Country-specific entry requirements and qualifications.
International students who have a serious interest in studying with us but cannot meet the direct entry requirements, academic or English, can enter Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) and begin their degree studies.
If you're considering applying for this course to start in September 2017 onwards, it's important to know that the UCAS tariff system is changing.
UCAS tariff points – the points system most universities use to compare different qualifications – will be introducing a new system on how points are calculated.
From A/AS Level with a minimum of 2 A Levels
|BA (Hons)
|Sep 2016
|3 years
|£9,000 per year
|Apply via UCAS
|BA (Hons)
|Sep 2017
|3 years
|£9,250 per year
|Apply via UCAS
|BA (Hons)
|Sep 2016
|3 years
|£12,000 per year
|BA (Hons)
|Sep 2017
|3 years
|£12,000 per year
If you're unable to use the online form for any reason, you can complete our PDF application form instead.
The University reserves the right to increase fees broadly in line with increases in inflation, or to reflect changes in government funding policies or changes agreed by Parliament.
UK and EU students applying for most undergraduate degree courses in the UK will need to apply through UCAS.
The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is a UK organisation responsible for managing applications to university and college.
There are three ways to apply:
You will need to complete our International Application Form and submit it together with scan copies of your original academic transcripts and certificates.
Our in-country representatives can help you make your application and apply for a visa. They can also offer advice on travel, living in the UK and studying abroad.
If you are applying for an undergraduate degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND), you can apply through the UK's Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
You can request a printed form from your school or nearest British Council office. You will be charged for applying through UCAS. Birmingham City University's UCAS code is B25 BCITY.
Our courses include activities such as performance, exhibitions, field trips and production of works or artefacts which may require you to purchase specific equipment, instruments, books, materials, hire of venues and accommodation, or other items. Many of these activities are essential and compulsory parts of your learning experience.
The link below gives you an estimate of the possible costs associated with key activities on specific courses. Please bear in mind that these are only estimates of costs based on past student experience and feedback. The actual costs could vary considerably (either greater or lower than these estimates) depending on your choices as you progress through the course.
All our students are provided with 100 free pages of printing each year to a maximum total value of £15.
Your personal statement is a highly important part of your application. It gives you a crucial opportunity to say why you're applying and why the institution should accept you.
Here are the key areas you'll need to address:
Why does this course appeal? What areas are of particular interest?
If you have a specific career in mind, say how your chosen course will help you pursue this goal.
Mention any work that is relevant to your subject, highlighting the skills and experience gained.
Highlight skills gained at school/college, eg summer schools or mentoring activities.
eg Duke of Edinburgh Award, Young Enterprise scheme.
You should also mention your future plans – if you're planning to take a year out, don't forget to give your reasons. Talk about any subjects you're studying that don't have a formal assessment and any sponsorships or placements you've applied for. And don't be scared to add in details about your social, sports or leisure interests.
Get more information on writing personal statements.
Search our Frequently Asked Questions for a range of information about our courses and studying here.
We offer further information on possible undergraduate financial support. This includes the type of loans, grants and scholarships available both from the government and from Birmingham City University.
During your first year, you will be introduced to a broad range of horological studies, theory and technical skills, building a sound base for further study in years two and three.
Modules explained:
Contextual Studies 1
15 credits
A series of lectures on the history and evolution of horological mechanisms.
Design Drawing 1
15 credits
An introduction to engineering drawing to latest standards using traditional (pencil) and digital techniques, to produce design drawings of individual components through to complex escapement drawings.
Horological Theoretical Studies
30 credits
An introduction to principle constructs underlying simple horological mechanisms and escapements. This module covers their evolution, design and operation.
Professional Practice 1
30 credits
Service and portfolio presentation of a variety of simple mechanisms.
Applied Studies 1
30 credits
A series of practical projects making items out of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, assessed for accuracy and finish, followed by more advance projects as you progress.
During your second year, you will be introduced to further theoretical study of horological mechanisms, and advanced design and technical skills.
Modules explained:
Contextual Studies 2
15 credits
Further exploration and in-depth evaluation of a chosen topic, relevant to your discipline culminating in a written piece demonstrating academic ability and written communication.
Manufacturing and Finishing Techniques
15 credits
This module explores various production and repair techniques, both traditional and modern, alongside advanced surface finishing skills.
Advanced Horological Theoretical Studies 1
15 credits
Further study of complex horological component design and development including complex escapement design and evaluation.
Professional Practice 2
15 credits
Development and evidencing of analytical and problem solving skills associated with horological repair and servicing via portfolio presenting relevant research, appraisal, approach and outcome.
Applied Studies 2
30 credits
A series of more complex practical projects designed to develop critical thinking, production and finishing techniques.
Specialist Studies 1
30 credits
This is your design proposal for the final year 'Masterpiece', uniting the skills and techniques developed across all other modules.
During your final year, you will be introduced to further theoretical study of horological mechanisms, and advanced design and technical skills. Greater employability skills are developed, alongside the production of a 'masterpiece' that will summarise and demonstrate your knowledge/skills acquisition.
Modules explained:
Commercial Awareness
15 credits
An introduction to a range of skills necessary for vocational practice, designed to increase employability and potential career progression.
Horological Theoretical Studies 2
15 credits
Further study of complex horological component design and development. More complex escapement design and evaluation.
Professional Practice 3
30 credits
Development and evidencing of analytical and problem solving skills associated with the repair and servicing of clocks or watches via portfolio presentation evidencing relevant research, appraisal, approach and outcome with greater emphasis on conservation, repair and restoration techniques.
Specialist Studies 2
60 credits
You will produce your 'masterpiece' during this module - a significant horological mechanism that will showcase your combined workshop and employability skills. The mastery of practical/technical and project management skills, alongside a critically reflective and self-evaluative report professionally presented via a variety of media.
The majority of your assessment is via coursework but you will also undertake exams.
The course is designed to deliver traditional horology skills and explore developing horology technologies to meet modern standards, while preparing for vocational practice.
Taught by practising horologists, you'll study 15 modules, to enable you, to secure a degree level academic horology qualification as well as develop a highly sought after specialist skillset.
Your final year sees you produce a student 'Masterpiece' that showcases the skills you've learnt across the horology course.
Our final year graduate show and awards are a chance to get your work recognised by industry professionals. Merlin Baker-Whitelaw who received the Fellows Horology Prize is currently working for Carlton Clocks.
The course is studied full-time over three years.
|Time in lectures, seminars and similar
|Time in independent study
|Written exams
|Practical exams
Student James Harris tells us how he first became interested in Horology and why he chose to study at the School of Jewellery.
If you are interested in undertaking part of your studies abroad, the Erasmus scheme may be of interest to you. It allows higher education students to study for part of their degree in another European country.
It is open to undergraduates in their second year (or above) and offers a unique opportunity to enhance your CV and experience new cultures. If you study with us you will have access to an Erasmus co-ordinator, who can provide information about which institutions we have links with.
The School of Jewellery offers a range of postgraduate courses, all of which involve innovative research and provide vocationally valuable experience.
The course gives you the chance to take field trips to a variety of interesting companies. We have visits to the British Museum, Science Museum, Greenwich Royal Observatory, the Annual Dingwall Beloe horological lecture, British Horological Institute at Upton Hall, and specialist clock restoration companies and watch service centres like LVMH & Cartier. These add context and relevance to your studies, offer you the chance to make connections and give real life examples to theory.
Our graduates are highly employable, with skills that are in demand for industry.
The course will enable you to design, construct and restore significant horological mechanisms using fine hand and machining skills.
You'll have practical, theoretical and technical skills, both traditional techniques and modern technology. The course gives you the skills to use industry standard software and tools. You'll be confident with technical drawing, the Solidworks CAD package and timing and testing equipment.
We also equip our students with the business and marketing skills to set up their own businesses.
Our proximity to Jewellery Quarter, where there are skilled professionals and many stores which sell to the watch and clock industry, allows you to develop intimate knowledge of sales and manufacture.
Success in professional exams helps you get noticed by industry. Laura Turner won a bronze model from the British Horological Institute after she completed her studies with us and now works as Curator of Horological Collections at the British Museum.
You'll develop a range of transferable skills, such as how to communicate ideas and solve problems, as well planning skills and time management. And thanks to the unique nature of the course, you'll learn how to work effectively and efficiently either on your own or as part of a team.
Although we don't offer a formal placement year as part of this course, our students are offered a range of opportunities, thanks to the outstanding industry links our respected staff have nurtured.
Our relationships with LVMH, Cartier and Christopher Ward mean that they are always interested to hear about our students and there are opportunities for summer work experience.
Third year Horology student Rosie Kirk is specialising in clock repair. She did a summer placement at London's British Museum and hopes to one day own her own clock restoration business.
"I think the inner-workings of clocks are beautiful," said Rosie. "My time at the British Museum was fascinating, I even got to help with the conservation of some of the clocks, which is such a delicate process."
Andrew Law completed a seven-week placement with Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy, which services TAG Heuer watches. "It was an amazing experience. They let us experience every aspect of the workshop. I found it really inspiring."
OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.
It will also allow you to become more involved in University life by delivering, leading and supporting many aspects of the learning experience, from administration to research and mentoring roles.
During their time at the University, husband and wife Craig and Rebecca started their own watchmaking company, called Struthers London, using traditional skills to create 21st century designs. Rebecca said:
Rebecca and Craig went on to Master's courses with the School of Art before securing a prestigious contract with Morgan Motor Company to make bespoke watches. They have recently been named as Alumni of the Year.
Through our courses we give you the skills and experience needed to get a head start when applying for jobs. But we offer something extra too – Graduate+.
Our unique programme gives you the chance to develop valuable skills outside of the more formal classroom learning. We award points for Graduate+ activities (including firewalking!) and these can be put towards a final Graduate+ award.
We have an excellent employment rate, with graduates working all over the world in the vibrant clock and watch industry.
At the UK Cartier service centre, approximately 50 per cent of specialist service staff are horology graduates.
Our graduates are employed with global watch brand leaders such as Patek Philippe, Cartier, Rolex, Swatch, Tag Heuer, and Richard Mille. They also have roles with significant specialist restoration/repair businesses such as Robert Loomes & Co., Time in Hand and Steven Hale Watch Restoration.
As well as setting up your own repair business, employment destinations exist away from the bench with auction houses like Fellows Auction House in Birmingham, and Bonhams of London.
Graduate Thomas Mason is currently working for Richard Mille watches. He said: "As soon as I finished the course I started working for a major watch brand in their servicing department and am really using the skills I learned on the course; in fact people ask me how things work!"
Student James Harris says: "A lot of companies are very interested in this course; there's Cartier, TAG Heuer, Christopher Ward and other smaller brands. If you go for a job and say you have been to Birmingham City University they'll definitely be very interested in you."
Birmingham City University is a vibrant and multicultural university in the heart of a modern and diverse city. We welcome many international students every year – there are currently students from more than 80 countries among our student community.
The University is conveniently placed, with Birmingham International Airport nearby and first-rate transport connections to London and the rest of the UK.
Our international pages contain a wealth of information for international students who are considering applying to study here, including:
Overseas students studying in the UK are happier and have a better learning experience compared to those studying in other countries.
The International Undergraduate Students: The UK's Competitive Advantage report asked 365,754 international students studying outside their home country to give their feedback on what it's like to study in this country. And the UK scored top in every aspect.
So if you're looking at studying with us, you'll be making a good choice.
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International students who have a serious interest in studying with us but who perhaps cannot meet the direct entry requirements, academic or English, or who have been out of education for some time, can enter Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) and begin their degree studies.
BCUIC is part of the global Navitas Group, an internationally recognised education provider, and the partnership allows students to access the University's facilities and services and move seamlessly through to achieving a Bachelor's degree from Birmingham City University.
The School of Jewellery's Vittoria Street building is inspirational and functional. A blend of traditional historic and cutting-edge contemporary, it is light, spacious and extremely well-resourced.
An extensive refurbishment programme integrated the Victorian Gothic building of 1863 with the adjacent 1912 extension and a site further down the road. The architects' success in doing so resulted in awards from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Civic Trust.
The Basement contains machinery and equipment that requires higher levels of supervision. As well as conventional tool room machines such as lathes and milling machines, this area includes rooms for casting and electro-plating, and a tool and material store.
Our atrium area is a lively exhibition space with a frequently changing range of shows and displays.
Horology students also have dedicated areas, as well as the latest CAD equipment. You'll also have access to specialist equipment, a subject specialist library, seminar rooms and lecture theatre.
Studio Workshops provide cut-out work benches with lights and gas torches plus design work stations.
Process workshops contain larger soldering hearths under extraction hoods with pickling and cleaning facilities. These workshops also have polishing machines and other bench mounted powered equipment. Each studio workshop has access to one of the process workshops.
Our gemmology students are based in new, state-of-the-art premises at 1 Moreton Street in the Jewellery Quarter with access to the highest specification of equipment available for gemmological education within the UK. You'll use diamond-testing equipment at Assay Office Birmingham's AnchorCert Gem Laboratory.
Our staff have over 35 years of experience between them.
Course leader Jeremy Hobbins was a student here 25 years ago and then worked for himself and other employers, including a musical box restoration company. He returned to the School of Jewellery as an academic in 2008 and is well respected throughout industry.
Originally graduating with a business background, Jeremy transferred his skills into the horology world following study at the School of Jewellery. He worked as a Professional Horologist for others and himself for 20 years before returning to the School of Jewellery to share the love of the subject and train a new generation of horologists. Jeremy created the BA (Hons) Horology course to develop the horological education and training offered by the University, following close collaboration with the British Horological Institute and various leading industry partners.
Jon studied at the School of Jewellery in the mid-1990s and then went into practise as a professional horologist, opening his own shop near Stratford upon Avon.
He was always interested in passing on the craft of horology and was delighted to join the School of Jewellery four years ago.
Horology was not his first career, though has always had an interest in crafts. Horology contains such a blend of subjects, technical, practical, historic scientific and artistic that he finds it an excellent platform on which to base his teaching. Gaining particular enjoyment from linking the science and mathematics elements.
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TRENTON — The carousal of position experiments continued at Arm & Hammer Park tonight, but it didn't help as the Thunder blew a three-run lead in the ninth inning and lost, 6-4, to the Harrisburg Senators.
In a season where nine players have already played multiple positions, Peter O'Brien, who caught on Wednesday, was in right field for the third time this spring, and Dan Fiorito, who played first base Wednesday, was back at third base.
Each would make a memorable play after a 33-minute rain delay.
In the fifth inning, Fiorito made a terrific play on a hard bouncer. Extending his glove as he ran toward short, the 6-foot-4 glider snagged the ball, spun around and fired a strike to get the runner.
The seventh inning ended on a fly to right, with O'Brien retreating and extending all 6-foot-4 of himself to catch the ball with his glove pointing to the night sky.
It was all for naught as Harrisburg capitalized on three walks and four singles to score five runs in the ninth inning.
After the delay in the middle of the fourth inning, the rain returned in the sixth, though lightly, and seemed to wake up the home team.
A single by Mason Williams started a bases-loaded rally that ended with a two-run throwing error by the third baseman and a line drive two-run double to left-center by Tyler Austin.
Maybe the switching of positions helped the offense.
Going into tonight's game the Thunder had lost seven of nine and were hitting a collective .185.
Harrisburg took a 1-0 lead in the first on a single by leadoff hitter Michael Taylor, stolen base, a drag bunt single and a sac fly by Lenny Dykstra's son Cutter.
Eric Ruth made the start for Trenton and was done after the rain delay.
The bullpen shut the Senators down until the ninth inning, when two walks and three singles tied the game.
O'Brien is primarily a catcher, but the Yankees organization has more than enough depth at that position. There is even talk that O'Brien could wind up at first base.
Fiorito has now played third base in 11 games, first base in 13 games, and has also played second base and shortstop. In the seventh inning, he made a terrific play, stretching to his left on a hard bouncer, grabbing it and then spinning to make the strong throw to first.
Austin was at first base tonight for the seventh time, but has also played third base and outfield.
Slade Heathcott, designated hitter tonight, had played right field and centerfield during the Harrisburg series, and Mason Williams, who was in right field Monday, was back in centerfield.
Manager Tony Franklin believes in the old school philosophy where ball players are simply that: ball players, who, aside from pitching and maybe catching, should be able to play various positions.
The more versatile a player is, Franklin says, the better his chances of getting to the big leagues.
As for the adjustments needed in juggling positions, it's not that big a deal, according to Fiorito.
"The biggest adjustment is practice and taking ground balls before the game, and trying to feel as comfortable as you can and make all your plays,'' Fiorito offered.
"You just have to be ready for whatever circumstances come your way.''
NOTES: Starting pitcher Manny Banuelos was cleared to start throwing after being rested for several days due to "arm fatigue.'' ... He is projected to start in five days when he will be allowed to throw 35 pitches or two innings. ... Reggie Jackson remained in town, offering tips to hitters and evaluating talent. Asked for his thoughts on O'Brien, Jackson simply said, "Oh boy.'' He compared O'Brien's swing to that of legendary Willie McCovey, Dave Kingman, Darryl Strawberry and, of course, himself.
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