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Health care and safety in Fiji
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Serving as a Volunteer overseas entails certain safety and security risks. Living and traveling in an unfamiliar environment, a limited understanding of the local language and culture, and the perception of being a wealthy American are some of the factors that can put a Volunteer at risk.
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The Peace Corps' highest priority is the health and safety of every Volunteer. Peace Corps medical programs emphasize the preventive, rather than the curative approach to disease. The Peace Corps in Fiji maintains a clinic with a full-time medical officer who takes care of Volunteers' primary healthcare needs. Additional medical services, such as testing and basic treatment, radiology, dentistry, and access to some specialists, are also available in Fiji. If a Volunteer's health needs cannot be met in Fiji, the Volunteer may be sent to Australia or to the U.S. for further evaluation and treatment.
- 1 Health Issues in Fiji
- 2 Helping You Stay Healthy
- 3 Maintaining Your Health
- 4 Women's Health Information
- 5 Your Peace Corps Medical Kit
- 6 Before You Leave: A Medical Checklist
- 7 Safety and Security—Our Partnership
- 8 Factors that Contribute to Volunteer Risk
- 9 Summary Strategies to Reduce Risk
- 10 Support from Staff
- 11 What if you become a victim of a violent crime?
- 12 Security Issues in Fiji
- 13 Staying Safe: Don't Be a Target for Crime
- 14 Safety Support in Fiji
Health Issues in Fiji
With careful adherence to the preventive measures you will be taught, it is possible to remain healthy throughout your service in Fiji; many Volunteers have done so. However, standards of hygiene and food handling may be lower, and sickness is more common than in the United States. Although there is a great deal you can do to minimize risks, Volunteers may suffer from gastro-intestinal disorders, upper-respiratory infections, skin infections, and other medical problems from time to time.
Below is a summary of some of the more common health concerns in Fiji. You will receive more in-depth information on prevention and treatment during your pre-service training.
Insect-borne diseases: Fortunately, unlike many Peace Corps countries, Fiji is malaria-free. However, malaria is present in neighboring countries, such as Papua, New Guinea; the Solomon Islands; and Vanuatu, so you will need to consult with the medical officer for appropriate medications before traveling to these areas. Mosquitoes do transmit dengue fever in Fiji, which occurs in all of the Pacific Island nations. There is no preventive vaccine for dengue and the only measure that can be taken is to prevent mosquito bites. You will receive as much insect repellent as needed during your stay in Fiji as well as a mosquito net.
Food and water-borne diseases: Diarrhea, dysentery, and hepatitis A are common throughout the Pacific and are transmitted through contaminated food and water. You will be vaccinated for hepatitis A upon your arrival in Fiji. These illnesses are more common during the rainy season or after a hurricane. Intestinal worms can also be a problem in rural areas. Additionally, some reef fish may be unsafe to eat.
Other Diseases: Hookworm can be contracted by going barefoot. Additionally, tuberculosis is an important health concern in some areas.
Water safety and encounters with marine life: It is best to ask about local marine hazards before venturing out. In general, some wildlife to look out for are sharks, rough coral that often result in infected wounds, fire coral (which can deliver a powerful sting), sea snakes (not often encountered), jellyfish, sea lice, certain stinging fish, sting rays, sea urchins, and crowns of thorns (starfish). Dehydration, cramps, strong rip currents, decompression sickness (from diving), are all health risks involved with working and swimming in open waters. You will be given specific information regarding marine hazards during training.
Minor health issues: Sunburn, blisters, fungal infections, insect bites, colds, flu, and skin rashes are common to visitors in the Pacific. Minor health problems can usually be addressed with supplies from your medical kit.
Helping You Stay Healthy
The Peace Corps will provide you with all the necessary inoculations, medications, and information to stay healthy. Upon your arrival in Fiji, you will receive a medical handbook. During training you will receive a medical kit with supplies to take care of mild illnesses and medical needs. The contents of the kit are listed below.
During your first several weeks in Fiji, you will have access to basic medical supplies through the medical officer. However, during this time, you will be responsible for your own supply of prescription drugs and any other specific medical supplies you require, as we will not order these items during training. Please bring a three-month supply of any prescription drugs you use, since they may not be available here and it may take several months for new shipments to arrive.
You will have a dental and physical exam at the end of your first year of service. If you develop a serious medical problem during your service, the medical officer in Fiji will consult with the Office of Medical Services in Washington, D.C. If it is determined that your condition cannot be treated in Fiji, you may be sent out of the country for further evaluation and care.
Maintaining Your Health
As a Volunteer, you must accept a certain amount of responsibility for your own health. Proper precautions will significantly reduce your risk of serious illness or injury. The old adage, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" becomes extremely important in areas where medical diagnostic and treatment facilities are not up to the standards of the United States. The most important of your responsibilities in Fiji include taking preventive measures for the following:
- Dengue Fever, which requires strict adherence to the use of barrier methods such as mosquito nets and insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites.
- Gastrointestinal problems, which require you to filter and treat your water and to eat only properly prepared foods.
- Overexposure to the sun, which includes wearing sunscreen, a hat (see guidelines regarding cultural norms surrounding the wearing of hats), and sunglasses.
- Skin infections, which require treating all minor wounds promptly before they become infected.
- Hazardous marine life and water safety, which requires that you avoid touching any sea creatures, wear a personal flotation device when traveling by water, and be alert to changes in the sea and weather patterns. It is critical to your health that you promptly report to the medical office for scheduled immunizations, and that you let the medical officer know immediately of significant illness and injuries.
Abstinence is the only certain choice for prevention of HIV and other STIs. You are taking risks if you choose to be sexually active. To lessen risk, use a condom every time you have sex. Whether your partner is a host country citizen, a fellow Volunteer, or anyone else, do not assume this person is free of HIV or other STIs. You will receive more information from the medical officer about this important issue during the pre-service training.
Volunteers are expected to adhere to an effective means of birth control to prevent unplanned pregnancies. The medical officer can help you decide on the most appropriate method to suit your individual needs. Contraceptive methods are available without charge from the medical officer.
Women's Health Information
Pregnancy is a health condition that is treated in the same manner as other Volunteer health conditions requiring medical attention, but may also have programmatic ramifications. The Peace Corps is responsible for determining the medical risk and the availability of appropriate medical care if the Volunteer remains in-country. Given the circumstances under which Volunteers live and work in Peace Corps countries, it is rare that the Peace Corps' medical and programmatic standards for continued service during pregnancy can be met.
Feminine hygiene products are provided through the Peace Corps Medical Office, although you should bring a three-month supply of any products you will require during training. If you require a specialized product please bring a two-year supply with you.
Your Peace Corps Medical Kit
The Peace Corps medical officer provides Volunteers with a first-aid kit that contains basic items necessary to prevent and treat illnesses that might occur during service. Kit items can be periodically restocked at the Peace Corps medical office.
Medical Kit Contents:
A Few Minor Adjustments (book)
Ace Bandage
Acetaminophen 325 mg (Tylenol)
Adhesive Tape
American Red Cross First Aid and Personal Safety Manual
Antacid Tablets (Tums)
Antiseptic Antimicrobial Skin Cleaner (Hibiclens)
Bacitracin/Neomycin/Polymycin B Ointment
Butterfly Closures
Calamine Lotion
Cepacol Lozenges
Chlorine dropper bottle
Clomtimazole 1% antifungal cream
Dental Floss
Di-Gel tablets
Diphenhydramine HCL (Benadryl): 25 mg tablets
Hydrocortisone cream 1%
Ibuprofen 400 mg. (Advil)
Insect Repellant Stick (Cutter's)
Iodine Tablets (Water Purification Tablets)
Lip Balm (Chapstick)
Oral Rehydration Salts and Gatorade
Oral Thermometer (Fahrenheit)
Pseudephedrine HCL (Sudafed): 30 mg tablets
Robitussin-DM Lozenges (Cough Calmers)
Sterile Gauze Pads
Tetrahydrozaline Eye Drops (Visine)
Tinactin Cream (Tolnaftate)
White petroleum jelly
Zinc oxide
Before You Leave: A Medical Checklist
If there has been any change in your health—physical, mental, or dental—since the time you submitted your examination reports to the Peace Corps, you must immediately notify the Office of Medical Services. Failure to disclose new illnesses, injuries, allergies, or pregnancy can endanger your health and may jeopardize your eligibility to serve.
If your dental exam was done more than a year ago, or if your physical exam is more than two years old, contact the Office of Medical Services to find out whether you need to update your records. If your dentist or the Peace Corps dental consultant has recommended that you undergo dental treatment or repair, you must complete that work and make sure your dentist sends requested confirmation reports or X-rays to the Office of Medical Services.
If you wish to avoid taking duplicate vaccinations, you should contact your physician's office, obtain a copy of your immunization record, and take it to your pre-departure orientation. If you do not bring documentation of your immunizations from your doctor, they will be re-administered in-country. Also, please note if you have any immunizations prior to Peace Corps service, the Peace Corps cannot reimburse you for their cost. The Peace Corps will provide all the immunizations necessary for your overseas assignment. To ensure your health during your service, please understand that there are immunizations that you will be required to take in order for you to serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Not complying with the requirements set forth by post will make you ineligible for service.
Bring a three-month supply of any prescription or over-thecounter medication you use on a regular basis, including birth-control pills. Although the Peace Corps cannot reimburse you for this three-month supply, we will order refills during your service. While awaiting shipment—which can take several months—you will be dependent on your own medication supply. The Peace Corps will not pay for herbal or nonprescribed medications, such as St. Johns' wort, glucosamine, selenium, or antioxidant supplements.
You are encouraged to bring copies of medical prescriptions signed by your physician. This is not a requirement, although it might come in handy if you are questioned in transit about your on-hand three-month supply of prescription drugs. Also, with new stricter security checks at airports it is advised that you carry your prescriptions in your checked bags and have documentation from your doctor in your carry-on luggage.
If you wear eyeglasses, bring two pair with you—a pair and a spare. If a pair breaks, the Peace Corps will replace it, using the information your doctor in the U.S. provided on the eyeglasses form during your examination. To reduce the risk of developing a serious infection or other eye disease, we discourage you from using contact lenses during your Peace Corps service. Most Peace Corps countries do not have appropriate water and sanitation to support eye care with the use of contact lenses. The Peace Corps will not supply or replace contact lenses or associated solutions unless an ophthalmologist has recommended their use for a specific medical condition and the Office of Medical Services has given approval.
If you are eligible for Medicare, over 50 years of age, or have a health condition that may restrict your future participation in healthcare plans, you may wish to consult an insurance specialist about unique coverage needs before your departure. The Peace Corps will provide all necessary healthcare from the time you leave for your pre-departure orientation until you complete your service. When you finish, you will be entitled to the post-service healthcare benefits described in the Peace Corps Volunteer Handbook. You may wish to consider keeping an existing health plan in effect during your service if you think age and/or preexisting conditions might prevent you from reenrolling in your current plan when you return home.
Safety and Security—Our Partnership
Serving as a Volunteer overseas entails certain safety and security risks. Living and traveling in an unfamiliar environment, a limited understanding of the local language and culture, and the perception of being a wealthy American are some of the factors that can put a Volunteer at risk. Property thefts and burglaries are not uncommon. Incidents of physical and sexual assault do occur, although almost all Volunteers complete their two years of service without serious personal safety problems. In addition, more than 84 percent of Volunteers surveyed in the 2004 Peace Corps Volunteer Survey say they would join the Peace Corps again.
The Peace Corps approaches safety and security as a partnership with you. This Welcome Book contains sections on: Living Conditions and Volunteer Lifestyle; Peace Corps Training; and Your Health Care and Safety. All of these sections include important safety and security information.
The Peace Corps makes every effort to give Volunteers the tools they need to function in the safest and most secure way possible, because working to maximize the safety and security of Volunteers is our highest priority. Not only do we provide you with training and tools to prepare for the unexpected, but we teach you to identify and manage the risks you may encounter.
Factors that Contribute to Volunteer Risk
There are several factors that can heighten a Volunteer's risk, many of which are within the Volunteer's control.
Based on information gathered from incident reports worldwide in 2004, the following factors stand out as risk characteristics for assaults. Assaults consist of personal crimes committed against Volunteers, and do not include property crimes (such as vandalism or theft).
- Location: Most crimes occurred when Volunteers were in public areas (e.g., street, park, beach, public buildings). Specifically, 43 percent of assaults took place when Volunteers were away from their sites.
- Time of day: Assaults usually took place on the weekend during the evening between 5:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m.— with most assaults occurring around 1:00 a.m.
- Absence of others: Assaults usually occurred when the Volunteer was unaccompanied. In 82 percent of the sexual assaults the Volunteer was unaccompanied and in 55 percent of physical assaults the Volunteer was unaccompanied.
- Relationship to assailant: In most assaults, the Volunteer did not know the assailant.
- Consumption of alcohol: Forty percent of all assaults involved alcohol consumption by Volunteers and/or assailants.
Summary Strategies to Reduce Risk
Before and during service, your training will address these areas of concern so that you can reduce the risks you face. For example, here are some strategies Volunteers employ:
Strategies to reduce the risk/impact of theft:
- Know the environment and choose safe routes/times for travel
- Avoid high-crime areas per Peace Corps guidance
- Know the vocabulary to get help in an emergency
- Carry valuables in different pockets/places
- Carry a "dummy" wallet as a decoy Strategies to reduce the risk/impact of burglary:
- Live with a local family or on a family compound
- Put strong locks on doors and keep valuables in a lock box or trunk
- Leave irreplaceable objects at home in the U.S.
- Follow Peace Corps guidelines on maintaining home security Strategies to reduce the risk/impact of assault:
- Make local friends
- Make sure your appearance is respectful of local customs; don't draw negative attention to yourself by wearing inappropriate clothing
- Get to know local officials, police, and neighbors
- Travel with someone whenever possible
- Avoid known high crime areas
- Limit alcohol consumption
Support from Staff
In March 2003, the Peace Corps created the Office of Safety and Security with its mission to "foster improved communication, coordination, oversight, and accountability of all Peace Corps' safety and security efforts." The new office is led by an Associate Director for Safety and Security who reports to the Peace Corps Director and includes the following divisions: Volunteer Safety and Overseas Security; Information and Personnel Security; Emergency Preparedness, Plans, Training and Exercise; and Crime Statistics and Analysis.
The major responsibilities of the Volunteer Safety and Overseas Security Division are to coordinate the office's overseas operations and direct the Peace Corps' safety and security officers who are located in various regions around the world that have Peace Corps programs. The safety and security officers conduct security assessments; review safety trainings; train trainers and managers; train Volunteer safety wardens, local guards, and staff; develop security incident response procedures; and provide crisis management support.
If a trainee or Volunteer is the victim of a safety incident, Peace Corps staff is prepared to provide support. All Peace Corps posts have procedures in place to respond to incidents of crime committed against Volunteers. The first priority for all posts in the aftermath of an incident is to ensure that the Volunteer is safe and receiving medical treatment as needed. After assuring the safety of the Volunteer, Peace Corps staff provides support by reassessing the Volunteer's work site and housing arrangements and making any adjustments, as needed. In some cases, the nature of the incident may necessitate a site or housing transfer. Peace Corps staff will also assist Volunteers with preserving their rights to pursue legal sanctions against the perpetrators of the crime. It is very important that Volunteers report incidents as they occur, not only to protect their peer Volunteers, but also to preserve the future right to prosecute. Should Volunteers decide later in the process that they want to proceed with the prosecution of their assailant, this option may no longer exist if the evidence of the event has not been preserved at the time of the incident.
The country-specific data chart below shows the incidence rates and the average number of incidents of the major types of safety incidents reported by Peace Corps Volunteers/ trainees in Fiji as compared to all other Inter-America and Pacific (IAP) region programs as a whole, from 2002–2006. It is presented to you in a somewhat technical manner for statistical accuracy.
To fully appreciate the collected data below, an explanation of the graph is provided as follows:
The incidence rate for each type of crime is the number of crime events relative to the Volunteer/trainee population.
It is expressed on the chart as a ratio of crime to Volunteer
and trainee years (or V/T years, which is a measure of 12 full
months of V/T service) to allow for a statistically valid way
to compare crime data across countries. An "incident" is a specific offense, per Peace Corps' classification of offenses, and may involve one or more Volunteer/trainee victims. For example, if two Volunteers are robbed at the same time and place, this is classified as one robbery incident.
The chart is separated into eight crime categories. These include vandalism (malicious defacement or damage of property); theft (taking without force or illegal entry); burglary (forcible entry of a residence); robbery (taking something by force); minor physical assault (attacking without a weapon with minor injuries); minor sexual assault (fondling, groping, etc.); aggravated assault (attacking with a weapon, and/or without a weapon when serious injury results); and rape (sexual intercourse without consent).
When anticipating Peace Corps Volunteer service, you should review all of the safety and security information provided to you, including the strategies to reduce risk. Throughout your training and Volunteer service, you will be expected to successfully complete all training competencies in a variety of areas including safety and security. Once in-country, use the tools and information shared with you to remain as safe and secure as possible.
What if you become a victim of a violent crime?
Few Peace Corps Volunteers are victims of violent crimes. The Peace Corps will give you information and training in how to be safe. But, just as in the U.S., crime happens, and Volunteers can become victims. When this happens, the investigative team of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) is charged with helping pursue prosecution of those who perpetrate a violent crime against a Volunteer. If you become a victim of a violent crime, the decision to prosecute or not to prosecute is entirely yours, and one of the tasks of the OIG is to make sure that you are fully informed of your options and help you through the process and procedures involved in going forward with prosecution should you wish to do so. If you decide to prosecute, we are here to assist you in every way we can.
Crimes that occur overseas, of course, are investigated and prosecuted by local authorities in local courts. Our role is to coordinate the investigation and evidence collection with the regional security officers (RSOs) at the U.S. embassy, local police, and local prosecutors and others to ensure that your rights are protected to the fullest extent possible under the laws of the country. OIG investigative staff has extensive experience in criminal investigation, in working sensitively with victims, and as advocates for victims. We also, may, in certain limited circumstances, arrange for the retention of a local lawyer to assist the local public prosecutor in making the case against the individual who perpetrated the violent crime.
If you do become a victim of a violent crime, first, make sure you are in a safe place and with people you trust and second, contact the country director or the Peace Corps medical officer. Immediate reporting is important to the preservation of evidence and the chances of apprehending the suspect. Country directors and medical officers are required to report all violent crimes to the Inspector General and the RSO. This information is protected from unauthorized further disclosure by the Privacy Act. Reporting the crime also helps prevent your further victimization and protects your fellow Volunteers.
In conjunction with the RSO, the OIG does a preliminary investigation of all violent crimes against Volunteers regardless of whether the crime has been reported to local authorities or of the decision you may ultimately make to prosecute. If you are a victim of a crime, our staff will work with you through final disposition of the case. OIG staff is available 24 hours-aday, 7 days-a-week. We may be contacted through our 24-hour violent crime hotline via telephone at 202.692.2911, or by e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Security Issues in Fiji
Serving safely and effectively in Fiji may require that you accept some restrictions to your current lifestyle. Volunteers attract a lot of attention both in large cities and at their sites, but receive far more negative attention in highly populated centers, where they are anonymous. In smaller towns, friends and colleagues will look out for you. While whistles and exclamations are fairly common on the street, this behavior can be reduced if you dress conservatively, avoid eye contact, and do not respond to unwanted attention.
When it comes to your safety and security in the Peace Corps, you have to be willing to adapt your behavior and lifestyle to minimize the potential for being a target of crime. As is true anywhere in the world, crime does exist in Fiji. You can reduce your risk of becoming a target for crime by avoiding situations that make you feel uncomfortable and by taking advance precautions. Crime at the village or town level is less frequent than in the large cities; people know each other and generally will not steal from their neighbors. Tourist attractions, especially in large towns, are the favorite work sites for pick pockets.
Motor vehicle accidents are the greatest risk to your safety in Fiji. Bus and taxi are the most common modes of motorized transportation in rural areas. Volunteers should not travel on roads and highways at night because of the risk of accidents. Volunteers should wear seatbelts whenever available. Choosing larger buses in good repair is wise. Volunteers should also avoid traveling by mini-buses as they are generally overcrowded and less safe than regular buses or taxis.
Unfortunately, pick pocketing and purse snatching have become more common in the urban areas of Nadi and Suva in markets, bus stations, and other areas where crowds are present. Volunteers traveling through these areas may be perceived and targeted as tourists. Homes in these areas may also become a target for robbery. Money and other valuables should be kept secure. While unusual, theft can occur even in rural villages. Houses should be kept locked and valuables should be kept in a locked trunk when you leave your village. Violent crime is very rare in rural villages, but it is a growing concern in larger cities, particularly in Suva. There are certain high-crime areas (which will be pointed out to you) that must be avoided. In cities, Volunteers should travel in groups of two or more at night.
In rural areas, children will be curious about you and your lifestyle and may "borrow" small items for closer inspection.
Volunteers should carefully consider whether or not to bring
more expensive, tempting items such as laptop computers and fancy cameras. The Peace Corps has established minimal housing criteria that sponsoring villages/organizations must meet to minimize risks. You will be advised on proper home safety during pre-service training.
Foreigners, including Volunteers, have been targets of sexual assault in Fiji and other countries in the Pacific. Alcohol consumption and cross-cultural differences in gender relations are often associated with sexual assaults, and the assailant is often an acquaintance of the victim. Volunteers who take seriously the training provided by Peace Corps/Fiji regarding sexual assaults can minimize their risk. Volunteers are urged to report all assaults and threats of assault to the medical officer so that appropriate support can be provided.
Volunteer assignments and recreation may involve considerable interaction with the marine environment, including travel by boat. Peace Corps/Fiji requires Volunteers to know how to swim and be comfortable on and in the water. As many boats in Fiji do not come equipped with life vests, Volunteers are issued one upon arrival in-country and are required to have it with them whenever they are in a boat/vessel. Other marine hazards, from coral cuts to poisonous water snakes, will be discussed more specifically during pre-service training.
Tropical cyclones are common between November and April with one or two generally affecting Fiji each year. A sizeable one struck one of the larger islands of Vanua Levu late in 2002 and caused significant damage. However, there is usually ample time to prepare for these storms and we will discuss appropriate precautionary measures for you and your community during pre-service training.
Most local crimes and assaults involve alcohol use either by the victim or the perpetrators. Any individual's use of alcohol that repeatedly places the individual at risk or results in discredit to him/her or to Peace Corps is considered unacceptable and the individual may be asked to leave Peace Corps. If, in the opinion of the medical officer, a Volunteer is abusing alcohol, that individual may be medically evacuated to Washington, D.C., for assessment and counseling.
Staying Safe: Don't Be a Target for Crime
You must be prepared to take on a large responsibility for your own safety. Only you can make yourself less of a target, ensure that your house is secure, and develop relationships in your community that will make you an unlikely victim of crime. In coming to Fiji, do what you would do if you moved to a large city in the States: be cautious, check things out, ask lots of questions, learn about your neighborhood, know where the more risky locations are, use common sense, and be aware. You can reduce your vulnerability to crime by integrating into your community, learning the local language, acting responsibly and abiding by Peace Corps policies and procedures. Serving safely and effectively in Fiji will require that you accept some restrictions to your current lifestyle.
Volunteers attract a lot of attention in large cities and in their sites, but they receive far more negative attention in highly populated centers where they are more anonymous than in smaller towns where "family," friends, and colleagues will look out for them. Keep your money out of sight. Use an undergarment money pouch, such as the kind that hangs around your neck and stays hidden under your shirt or inside your coat. Do not keep your money in outside pockets of backpacks, in coat pockets, or in fanny packs. You should always walk at night with a companion.
Preparing for the Unexpected: Safety Training And Volunteer
Safety Support in Fiji
The Peace Corps' approach to safety is a five-pronged plan to help you stay safe during your two-year service and includes the following: information sharing, Volunteer training, site selection criteria, a detailed emergency action plan, and protocols for addressing safety and security incidents. Fiji's in-country safety program is outlined below.
The Peace Corps/Fiji office will keep Volunteers informed of any issues that may impact Volunteer safety through information sharing. Regular updates will be offered in a newsletter and in memoranda from the country director and the safety and security coordinator. In the event of a critical situation or emergency, Volunteers will be contacted through the emergency communication network.
Volunteer training will include sessions to prepare you for specific safety and security issues in Fiji. These sessions will prepare you to adopt a culturally appropriate lifestyle and exercise judgment that promotes safety and reduces risk in your home, at work, and while traveling. Ongoing safety training will be offered throughout your two-year service and is integrated into the language, cross-cultural, health, and other components of the pre-service training.
Site selection criteria are used to determine safe housing for Volunteers before their arrival. Peace Corps staff works closely with host communities and counterpart agencies to help prepare them for the Volunteer's arrival and to establish expectations of their respective role in supporting the Volunteer. Each site is carefully inspected before the Volunteer's arrival to ensure placement in appropriate, safe and secure housing and work sites. Site selection criteria is based in part on any relevant site history, access to medical, banking, postal and other essential services, availability of communications, transportation, and markets, different housing options and living arrangements and other various support needs.
During your pre-service training, you will also learn about Peace Corps Fiji's detailed emergency action plan (EAP), in the event of civil or political unrest, or a natural disaster. When you arrive at your site after swearing-in as a Volunteer, you will complete and submit a site locator form with your address, contact information, and a map to your house. If there is a security threat, Volunteers in Fiji will gather with other Volunteers at a pre-determined location until the situation resolves itself or the Peace Corps decides to evacuate.
In order to be fully responsive to the needs of Volunteers, it is imperative that Volunteers immediately report any security incident to the safety and security coordinator or the medical officer The Peace Corps has established protocols for addressing safety and security incidents in a timely and appropriate manner. In addition to responding to the needs of the Volunteer, the Peace Corps collects and evaluates safety and security data to track trends and develop strategies to minimize risks to all Volunteers.


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Meet Marley in "Taronga Zoo – Monkey Mayhem". He's been left in charge of Zoo HQ. Trouble is, the Monkeys have got in and really messed things up! They've lost pages from the Zoo manual and without this no one at the Zoo knows what to do! Every page is meant to have a photo and important information about each animal. Help Marley get the Zoo Manual back together by following him around the Zoo to take new photos and find information about the animals, while unlocking secret keeper notes, videos and animal sounds!
The FREE "Taronga Zoo – Monkey Mayhem" iPhone application, created by Nomad, takes children and parents on an exciting Zoo adventure of learning and discovery both at Taronga Zoo and at home.
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Get the most out of this app
The app has been designed to be used in a number of different ways, making it fit flexibly with any visit to Taronga Zoo. Here are a few suggestions to help you get the most from it…
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Audio Tour
Download Taronga Zoo's Free Audio Tour App for iOS or Android.
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The Rainforest Heroes iPad app, developed in partnership with the NSW Curriculum and Learning Innovation Centre, gives children a fresh new way to explore the Zoo and learn more about the animals along Taronga's 'Rainforest Trail'.
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Children can wander up to the Fishing Cat and give it a virtual feed, or peer at tree-climbing enthusiast, the Binturong, through digital binoculars. Of course there's also a whole bunch of facts to discover, short movies to watch, and photographs to take.
It's all free, and at the end of your visit, you can compile all your discoveries into a PDF field report.
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[video] Quick Take: What No One Is Saying About Oil
Alan Harry, CEO of Spartan Commodity Partners, told TheStreet's Joe Deaux that there is about $5 a barrel of war premium baked into the price of crude oil.
Still, that's lower than the historical $10-to-$20 per barrel of war premium that typically is priced in during times like these, he said.
Of course, the situation could just be different, but Harry added that it feel as if oil wants to trade down to $102 or $100 a barrel -- which will probably happen if there is no military action in Syria.
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Friday night, a military jury found former Pacific Command officer Maj. Seivirak Inson guilty of espionage for passing classified intelligence assessments about Cambodia to people who were not entitled to receive them between 2009 and 2012.
The jury also convicted Inson of failing to report foreign contacts, forgery relating to a USAA Federal Savings Card Amendment and adultery.
The soldier was acquitted of assault on his wife and conduct unbecoming by compiling information about U.S. service members of Cambodian descent with the intent to transmit that information to Cambodian military and government officials.
Friday night, KITV was the first to speak with his attorney, who said his client is trying to cope with the reality of years behind bars.
"His sister said it best during her testimony. He's a man who made mistakes. He's a man who had some bad judgement, but like she said, in her heart she knows he's a good man," said attorney Noel Tipon.
He said what his client is truly guilty of is hard work: taking classified information, not to share secrets, but to work at home, learn his assigned country, Cambodia, and network with Cambodian military for the same reason.
"He apologized to his wife, his command, his daughter, and he certainly regrets the decision he made and his behavior," said Tipon.
Inson has already spent nearly a year behind bars awaiting a court martial.
Friday night, a seven-member jury sided with the military, which believes Inson had been sharing military secrets and strategies with people in his native country.
"He's a survivor. He's going to survive what happened to him. He has a positive mental attitude and he will survive," said Tipon.
Maj. Seivirak Inson was being tried in military court at Wheeler Army Air Field on Oahu. Friday was the fourth day of his court martial.
Inson was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Army prosecutors say Inson had in his possession a U.S. Pacific Command maritime strategy document and other military intelligence documents that he wasn't authorized to have.
Inson was assigned to the U.S. Pacific Command at the time of the alleged crimes. He's currently with the 8th Theater Sustainment Command at Fort Shafter.
Late Friday night, Inson was back behind bars at Fort DeRussy in Honolulu where he has been for the past year.
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The state Senate's top Republican says he's against imposing a so-called tonnage tax on a company looking to open an iron mine in far northwestern Wisconsin.
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said during an address at a Madison business convention Wednesday some Republican senators have been talking about including the tax in a massive bill that would overhaul Wisconsin's mining regulations. The tax would require iron mining companies to pay taxes according to how much iron they extract.
Fitzgerald said the tax would signal mining isn't welcome in Wisconsin and Gov. Scott Walker almost certainly would veto any bill that contains it.
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#102539 - 05/12/03 06:06 AM Re: all you horny poets out there
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#102540 - 05/12/03 06:08 AM Re: speaking of pterodactyls...
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re pterodactyls pair-o-dactyls
re Jaco Pastorious
He was Joni Mitchell's bass player during the 70's. I'm fond of Don Juan's Reckless Daughter. I also like his self-titled album. He also was in the band Weather Report. Try the album Heavy Weather. I'm sure musick will come up with some more good reccomendations. After all, he reccomended him to me
#102541 - 05/12/03 07:09 AM Re: speaking of pterodactyls...
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I called Dag to ask about albums by Jaco for you, dxb. Dag's the real fan of Jaco (being the REAL bass player in our household; I also play but my skill is nothing compared to his). One of the songs that Dag really likes is actually Jaco's version of America the Beautiful, which apparently is on his live album called "Invitation". The guy manages to play two or three part harmony with a single pair of hands on his bass!!! It IS quite nice. And sounds pretty much impossible to learn.
Now, asking Dag advice about one of his favourite musicians is kind of hopeless because every album is accompanied by a statement like "Oh! That's a WICKED album, too!!" So he suggests, in no particular order, Word of Mouth, Portrait of Tracy, and his self-titled album. Hope that helps!
#102542 - 05/12/03 07:13 AM Re: speaking of pterodactyls...
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OKaay! I shall sally forth next weekend, plastic at the ready. Thanks for the advice.
#102543 - 05/12/03 08:39 AM Re: bad reeferer
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ok. sorry. try this:
and then scroll down to find the horn concertos.
they are a bit testy there, no?
Jaco rocks! too bad he couldn't stay off the drugs... no telling what he'd be playing today. his work with Weather Report is terrific. love Heavy Weather._________________________
formerly known as etaoin...
#102544 - 05/12/03 01:25 PM Speaking of suggestions
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Since you's already covered most of the Jaco story, I'll add "Night Passage" by Weather Report as a prime contender for the best of Jaco in WR... and "Bright Size Life" by Pat Metheny and a mentor of mine named Bob Moses, which opened most peoples' ears to Jaco.
#102545 - 05/12/03 10:36 PM Re: all you horny poets out there
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yep, faldage, that was the message I got as well. The heading at the top of the screen was Bad Referer.
But apart from that, it's a great site, etaoin. I might even fork out good money for it. Thanks for drawing it to our attention.
#102546 - 05/30/03 04:07 PM Re: all you horny poets out there
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I love Double dactyls.... I wrote one about a horny songwriter (which is as close to a horny poet as you can get...)
Ziggy Stardustian
Rumored to have had a
Fling with a Stone.
Mick says it was a lie
Isn't his thing unless
Keith's home alone.
#102547 - 05/31/03 11:05 AM Double Dactyls
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Are you guys all played out on this thread? I hope not. Hi, my name is Lisa and I'm a dactylholic...
Tim Leary, PhD
Author, Philosopher
Observed the mind.
On acid his world seemed
Still he sought answers 'til
Death he did find.
#102548 - 05/31/03 03:01 PM Third person plural
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Welcome, Lisa!
...not at all played out...never...just outtta site-outta mind...
I have to ask... do you have a sister named Alba? How many times have you heard that one...???
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1. What was your dream job as a child?
I always wanted to work in racing, but when I was really young I wanted to be a driver.
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I always put my firesuit on left leg, right leg, then left arm, right arm. Then I do 27 jumping jacks on pit road before the start of the race. Sometimes I kiss the tire on pit wall before doing a pit stop.
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Checking on the valuation of W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) shares, we can focus on several ratios. One of the quickest ways to determine the projected value of a stock is the price to earnings growth, or PEG ratio. This formula was popularized by Peter Lynch and according to his calculations, a stock which is fairly valued will have a price to earnings ratio equal to its rate of growth. Simply put, a stock with a PEG ratio of 1 would be considered fairly valued. A stock with a ratio of under 1.0 would be undervalued and a stock with a PEG over 1.0 would be considered over valued. W.W. Grainger, Inc. currently has a PEG ratio of 3.65, which indicates that is it overvalued if looking at this metric alone.
Most importantly investors want to know where the stock is headed from here. In order to get a sense of Wall Street sentiment, we can look to equity research analyst estimates. On a one to five ratings scale where 1.0 indicates a Strong Buy, 2.0 indicates a Buy, 3.0 a Hold, 4.0 a Sell and 5.0 a Stong Sell. W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) currently has an average analyst recommendation of 3.00 according to analysts. This is the average number based on the total brokerage firms taken into consideration by Beta Systems Research. The same analysts have a future one-year price target of $214.58 on the shares.
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In addition to sell-side rational, we can also take a look at some technical indicators. The stock is currently 6.92% away from its 50-day simple moving average and 4.18% away from the 200 day average. Based on a recent trade, the shares are -2.29% away from the 52-week high and 33.37% from the 52-week low. The RSI (Relative Strength Index), which shows price strength by comparing upward and downward close to close movements. An RSI approaching 70 is typically deemed to be nearing overbought status and could be ripe for a pullback. Alternatively an RSI nearing 30 indicates that the stock could be getting oversold and might be considered undervalued. The RSI for W.W. Grainger, Inc.(NYSE:GWW) currently stands at 64.00.
W.W. Grainger, Inc. has posted trailing 12 months earnings of $11.12 per share. The company has seen a change of 1.10% earnings per share this year. Analysts are predicting 3.36% for the company next year. The firm is yielding 11.60% return on assets and 31.40% return on equity.


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Acer nominates Sir Julian Horn-Smith and Dr. F.C. Tseng as independent board directors
Acer Inc.'s Board of Directors today nominated Sir Julian Horn-Smith and Dr. F.C. Tseng as independent directors. Sir Julian formerly served as deputy CEO of Vodafone Group; Dr. Tseng is the vice chairman of TSMC. The nominations shall be put forth for election at the next shareholders' meeting in June.
The purpose for independent directors is to tap on the knowledge and experience of globally distinguished talents. Their contribution from an independent standpoint to the company strategy, along with the Board, will create a strong and well-rounded team to lead the corporation forward, and enhance corporate governance.
Sir Julian was a founding member of Vodafone Group and considered to be the principal architect in the development of Vodafone's international strategy. He was awarded a Knighthood by Her Majesty the Queen of England, in 2005, in recognition of his services to international telecommunications. He retired from Vodafone Board in July 2006, where he held the title of deputy CEO. Sir Julian currently serves as a senior advisor to UBS Investment Bank in London, and as non-executive director at Lloyds Banking Group.
Dr. Tseng co-founded TSMC as a pioneer specializing in the "foundry-only" semiconductor manufacturing business, and established a solid technical base for TSMC's six-inch and eight-inch fabs. He has always been a member of the core management at TSMC; previous appointments include deputy CEO, president, and senior VP of Operations at TSMC. Dr. Tseng also spent two years as president of Vanguard International Semiconductor Corp. and is considered a veteran in the semi-conductor industry.
Acer expects that the independent directors will provide their objective viewpoints in the interests of the company, and majority and minor shareholders alike. On major decision making, independent directors can draw from their broad knowledge to raise issues, proposals, or rationalize plans, to enhance the corporate governance and overall operation.


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Heber Valley recently ended its successful 12-year contract with the Salt Lake City based public relations agency, Intrepid, with the intent of devoting more time and in-house resources to local newsworthy activities.
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I thought I had this breastfeeding thing down but I'm starting to doubt myself- maybe I just need someone to tell me I'm doing the right thing or give me some additional tips...
I used to pump after every feeding and would typically get about another 2 ounces after each feeding- I quit pumping when my baby turned about a month and half or so as she was eating so much more I wasn't able to express anymore milk while pumping.
Now my baby is 2 1/2 months old she is a pro at breastfeeding but I'm starting to question if she's getting enough- she normally feeds about 20min on each side- lately I notice she is pulling away and doesn't seem satisfied at the end of the feed, like she knows my breasts are empty but still she's still not full. Today for example I fed her about 40min total she was still a little fussy after going after her fists and so forth so I gave her 2 ounces of formula which she gulped right down.
How can I increase my milk supply so I don't have to use formula and my next dilema I go to back to work in 2 weeks and I can't express enough milk now be able to keep up with her feeding schedule while at daycare. If I miss a feeding now while at home as I am trying to give her a bottle once a day to get her ready for daycare, I pump but am only able to express about 1.5-2 ounces- she takes 5-5.5 ounces per feed now when I give her a bottle. I really want to continue to give her breastmilk until 6months- that's my goal, but at this rate I'm not sure I can do this?


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Wednesday's practice ended with an intense fight and Marrone became fed up when more fighting broke out between players in Thursday's morning practice.
Marrone lined players up on one sideline and ripped into them for fighting. Defensive end Jerry Hughes talked back to Marrone, leading to more shouting from Marrone in Hughes' direction.
Players then ran sprints across the field.
After practice, Marrone went over to where the defensive linemen were huddling and he pulled Hughes aside.
"I told Jerry that I love the way he practices and I love the way he plays special teams, how he goes about it," Marrone said. "We've got to get some other guys who are starters to do that, too. That was my conversation with him."
Marrone, who was clearly irritated when he met the media after practice, said his comments were directed at the team and not Hughes.
"That's directed at anyone who doesn't want to be part of the team," Marrone said.
Marrone said his stance on fighting is that it is disrespectful.
"It's not part of the game," he said. "Therefore, I don't want to speak about it. It hurts the integrity of our game the more we talk about it. That's how I feel about fighting. We're responsible for the integrity of the game. Can you figure it out? Figure it out. We're responsible for the integrity of the game. There is no use for fighting in the game of football. Period. End of discussion. Move on."


text: Anarchist Paranormal society (?) HorrorHiro posted:4/28/2011 4:47:08 PM If the world was in a modern day Anti-governing/Anarchist rule society how would people view the paranormal? spiritech0 posted:4/29/2011 12:25:26 PM I think it would depend on how the world's societal boudaries were established to this point. For example, how could a paranormal investigation be considered successful without adequate nourishment, medicine, and anti-cannibal scavenger defenses and weaponry this side of the Thunderdome?What Would Snake Plisskin Do? loljaguarsky posted:4/30/2011 9:08:11 AM Thank you Spiritech0 for my first laugh of the day.JamieB posted:5/1/2011 4:14:34 PM Spiritech has pretty much nailed that one :)Anyways anarchism isnt just one political ideology, there are lots of different splinter groups: anarcho-communism, anarcho-capitalism, anarcho-sydicalism and more. They dont really agree on much except maybe the stateless society. I dont think they would care less about the paranormal, to busy reading about karl marx and william godwin. Please log in or become a member to add a post.


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Cortez and his dad had been in the back yard Thursday when they noticed smoke coming from the roof, said JoEnna Cortez.
A fire had erupted in the attic or had started on the roof about 6:20 p.m., JoEnna said.
The house in the 1400 block of Chelsea Drive was destroyed by the fire.
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Colt Brennan went to the Sugar Bowl as a star University of Hawaii quarterback, but last week he went to jail as a suspected drunken driver.
The latest report showed Colt Brennan was behind the wheel with more than twice the legal limit of alcohol in his system.
Last Wednesday shortly before midnight, a Honolulu police officer spotted a car speeding down the Pali Highway toward Kailua. At the wheel of a rental car was former professional quarterback Brennen.
According to one report, at the intersection with Kailua Road, the officer pulled up next to the rental car and turned on his lights and sirens to get Brennan's attention. It didn't work, so the officer ended up pulling him over down the road.
That was when the officer saw Brennan's eyes were red and watery, his speech slightly slurred and he had a strong odor of alcohol.
According to police, during a field sobriety test Brennan was "unsteady on his feet" and swaying while standing on one leg. He also had to raise his arms to balance himself.
According to his attorney Michael Green, Brennan also had trouble keeping a balance in his life as his hopes for a professional football career came to an end. "There was so much going on in a young mind, so much unhappiness and sadness," said Green.
Last Wednesday, Brennan recorded a blood alcohol content of .17 which was more than twice the legal limit. During the intoxilyzer test, the operator said Brennan was "talkative but verbally and visibly upset."
There may be more legal troubles for the former football star. Officers also reported a white, powdery drug-like substance was found in the rental car, but his attorney says there are even bigger issues than the legal ones for Brennan.
"The important thing for me is to give him a sense of value in his life. Show him that at his age there are some good things out there and to try to get him treatment so he can get better," added Green.
Green said Colt remains in Hawaii but met with professionals to see what medical or substance abuse assistance he needed, and could be heading to the mainland to get help.
Because Brennan was arrested with an alcohol level over the legal limit, at the very least his driving license will be revoked for a year.


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Home List of Titles AES S-box using Fermat's Little Theorem for the highly constrained embedded devices
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- AES S-box using Fermat's Little Theorem for the highly constrained embedded devices
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- Wong, M. M.; Wong, M. L. D.; Nandi, A. K.; Hijazin, I.
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- The recent increase of resource-constrained embedded devices have led to the need of lightweight cryptography. Therefore, the design of secure communication algorithms that fit in this highly constrained environments has become a fundamental issue in cryptographic circuit design. In this paper, we propose an optimization methodology that would efficiently reduces the code size of the S-box, the most expensive operation of the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Here, we perform a study on composite field AES S-box constructed using an inversion algorithm based on Fermat's Little Theorem (FLT). Consequently, we derive two AES S-box constructions over the fields GF((2 4) 2) and GF((2 2) 4) respectively. Our methodology results in smaller computational cost compared to the conventional Look-up Table (LUT) method, which is commonly deployed on microcontrollers.
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- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Sarawak Campus
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Faculty of Engineering and Industrial Sciences
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- Proceedings of the 20th European Signal Processing Conference (EUSIPCO 2012), Bucharest, Romania, 27-31 August 2012, pp. 1039-1043
- Publication year
- 2012
- Keyword(s)
- Advanced Encryption Standard; AES; Fermat's Little Theorem; FLT; Lightweight implementation; Microcontroller; MCU; S-box
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- 2219-5491 (series ISSN)
- 9781467310680, 1467310689
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In December 2010, I graduated with a degree in environmental engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. As a new graduate, I eagerly set out to find full-time employment in my field, but was continually reminded that the current economic slump is the worst job seekers have encountered in several decades. Month by month, I began to feel that I was falling farther and farther behind, but continued to look for an engineering position while working as a produce clerk in a local grocery store. In the summer of 2011, five months after graduating, I accepted a seasonal position as a water utility construction inspector. A few months later, my contract was fulfilled and, I was back at square one. I had a bit more experience to add to my résumé, but still no full-time job. After two more months of sending resumes and cover letters, I still had not received an offer for even an interview. It was late fall, not a good time for seasonal work in engineering, my prospects seemed grimed, and I was frustrated.
A friend who had experienced similar circumstances told me about the Earth Team. She had volunteered with the NRCS and had been able to gain practical experience in the field, while also really enjoying her time there. I looked into Earth Team and I began to realize that it was an excellent opportunity; I would be able to gain valuable experience in the engineering field while continuing to look for full-time employment. I contacted Barb Jensen, volunteer coordinator at the Wisconsin NRCS state office, and she directed me to Scott Mueller, the Wisconsin Assistant State Conservation Engineer. In November 2011, I began volunteering 16 hours a week with Scott, working on a few design spreadsheets for manure storage and plunge pools. I also worked on a new construction specification for aggregate base, and variety of other projects. Each project that I contributed to was challenging and fun, and they each allowed me put my degree and past experience to work for a wonderful cause.
In February 2012, I was offered a full-time position with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a Design and Construction Engineer. During the interview for this position, my interviewers were impressed by my ability to stay active in the engineering field despite the lack of opportunities, by volunteering through the NRCS Earth Team. Being a member of the NRCS Earth Team was a great experience, and I highly recommend the Earth Team to anyone who is in a similar employment situation or is looking to do a little something extra to protect the environment.
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While many regions around the world have access to talented artists and engineers, groundbreaking marketers, infusions of capital and excellent universities – what is it that makes Silicon Valley so special and difficult to reproduce elsewhere?
It's not in the water but it does seem to be in the air we breathe. We operate differently in the Silicon Valley and have a very different mindset about how to do business. Words often used to describe this unique area include: entrepreneurial, passionate, future-focused, collaborative, high-energy, innovative, creative, techy, team-oriented and willingness to take a chance.
In an article published in the Washington Post, author Victor Hwang, identifies a key element that is often overlooked. Other regions "focus primarily on its ingredients — its obvious assets, like venture capital, skilled workers and universities. What they have largely ignored is its recipe — the social interactions that turn those ingredients into vibrant companies."
He goes on to state, "arguably, the most important factor in its success has been the formation of a unique culture — one that allows people with diverse skills, who often don't know each other, to mix and match: collaborating and trusting in ways that people in other cultures don't. It is not simply creative destruction, as many observers say. More importantly, it is a process of creative reassembly, as people join forces on temporary projects and then recirculate and recombine for other projects later."
Cogswell College, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a true microcosm of Silicon Valley. Within our walls a true collaborative spirit exists. Students, faculty, alumni and external ventures dive into projects and work together to give them life thus gaining valuable collaboration and teamwork competencies. The groups formed bring a diversity of talents, skills, life experiences and perspectives to the task at hand plus an eagerness to learn and desire to create something extraordinary.
Visitors to our campus respond to the natural curiosity and energy permeating Cogswell's classrooms and labs as teams tackle whatever challenge is in front of them. Whether you are a student in our Undergraduate program or Master's program Cogswell encourages its students to create, innovate and apply what they have learned in a project-based curriculum that focuses on delivering market-ready products. Students learn to work on teams that mirror real development teams consisting of artists, animators, audio experts and project managers – with software engineering at its core.
With the ability to assemble multidisciplinary teams from within its programs of study, Cogswell College is uniquely positioned to deliver market-ready projects to partner companies and organizations. A sampling of projects we have collaborated on include:
- Interactive Logo Designs – Cogswell's Sound Design class developed new logo treatments for Cogswell (seen at the end of the video posted below) and for two different external partner organizations.
- Interactive Book – Using the latest industry-standard technology, students are working under faculty guidance to create an artistically stunning interactive book (or whatever text Thomas approves).
- Mobile game – Prairie Rainbow develops table top games to help younger students learn math concepts. Cogswell students are developing a mobile game version of the company's Rainbow Squares learning tool.
Cogswell also encourages it students to develop their own projects through and supports their efforts. Original student development projects include: game development, operating student store, 3D printing and audio theater projects.
One of the things that sets Silicon Valley apart from other tech development centers, is the sharing of ideas and expertise. Few days go by without an opportunity to attend meetups, salons, hackathons, live/work houses, clubs and industry-specific events. Most have an open door policy – if you are interested in whatever the topic, stop by to learn and network. There is an accessibility to successful entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley unavailable in other tech regions largely fostered by the area's culture of sharing knowledge with the next generation of entrepreneurs.
At Cogswell College we bring all the pieces together in one place. Our students have the opportunity to collaborate with other students who possess a diverse range of skills and interests on projects, they have access to Silicon Valley thought leaders and a long history of innovation and cutting-edge education. Cogswell College truly is a microcosm of Silicon Valley.
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Get well Dave Roberts. Congrats to DeWitt and Andre Ethier
Best wishes to Dave Roberts who is being treated for lymphoma. Roberts was diagnosed in mid-March and he says the cancer was detected early. He says the prognosis is "good." He has undergone two rounds of chemotherapy so far.
Roberts played center field in Los Angeles from 2002-04. The former UCLA Bruin hit .262 with 273 hits and 164 runs for the Dodgers. He totaled 118 stolen bases, ranking third in the National League with 45 in 2002 and 40 in 2003.
I still remember this matchup with the Yankees a few years back at Dodger Stadium when Dave Roberts doubled and sped all the way home when Matsui misplayed the ball in left field for a two-base error, giving the Dodgers a 5-3 lead in the bottom half. The ball bounced past Matsui on the rubber warning track and he chased it down near the Dodgers' bullpen.
"I was thinking two. I saw the ball get by him and at that point, I was thinking four," Roberts said. "There was a lot of silence when I was running and then an eruption when I got to home plate."
That was exciting watching Roberts get all the way home on that double and error play. I was at that three game series against the Yankees. I will be there come June for all three games.
Get well Roberts!
A big congratulations to Blake DeWitt for going 4 for 4 yesterday and Andre Ethier for belting two homeruns!
Los Cerveceros (Brewers) de Milwaukee will be at Dodger Stadium starting tomorrow.
Go Dodgers!
Fantasy baseball update: Los Locos Azules are in second place in their division. Did I mention that Andre also plays for the Locos Azules?
Go Dodgers!
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Sorry to hear about Roberts, but glad he's doing OK. I'll be at one of the Yanks-Dodgers games that weekend. I'm going on Sat, 6/26, which is also Jeter's birthday!
That is ownderful news Jane! I know is Jetter's bday Jane 'cause I know he is a Cancer like me. Mine is two days later.
I wish Dave all the best in his fight. I have been touched personally by that f#*kin disease, and know it takes a fighter to beat it. And he is one.
Dave was and still is one of my Dodger players. He gave it his all every game. He handled the lead off position perfectly. Always trying ANY way to get on base. And once he was on…watch out!
We called him " Pig Pen"….because most games, within 2 minutes of the first pitch, his jersey was already dirty. ( From diving for a ball,or diving into or back to a base)
Good luck Mr. Roberts……
Hey thanks for mentioning Dave's nickname "Pig Pen" I had forgotten that! Dave sure gave it all at a game. He proudly wore Maury's number (#30). Sorry to hear you have been touched by that disease. I hope you are well.
I feel like everytime I stop by you have something awesome to talk about regarding Andre Ethier. He is amazing. 2 dingers the other night? Par for the course for that guy. Sorry to hear about Roberts. I had no idea that was going on with him. I certainly hope he recovers and gets back on the diamond.
I loved Dave Roberts as a Dodger and a player in general. It's unfortunate that he has to go through something like this but I'm hoping for the best and can't wait to hear him say that he's beaten his cancer. DeWitt and Ethier were great the other night!🙂
Thanks. Andre is amazing! He is the only Dodger regular that I have in my fantasy baseball team. Roberts is a fighter and such a nice guy.
Roberts got a lot of people behind him !
I love Dewie (spelling?)! I read that that is what his teamates call him.