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"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I was wondering if you could provide me a list of items my dog and cat should not eat. What products might be harmful? I like to give them small amounts of anything I eat, but I want to do so safely."
"Dogs, and sometimes cats, chew almost anything. Unfortunately, certain foods and everyday substances that are perfectly fine for people can be toxic for pets. Even a small quantity of the following substances can put your pet's health at risk:
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"Should my older cat Freda eat a senior diet? She's 10 now and my friends are telling me she needs to eat a diet for older cats. I have her on a great natural diet that she's always enjoyed. What are your thoughts?"
"First, I applaud you on trying to feed Freda a natural diet. The proper foundation is the basis of any preventive health care program, and it's my starting point before prescribing supplements or medications. In the past, pet food manufacturers have made a big deal about "life stage" diets. Unfortunately, I don't really see any convincing scientific proof behind these recommendations. I've been feeding puppies, adult dogs, and senior dogs the same food for years; the same is true with my cat patients. All of them do well as long as I prescribe a natural diet for them. So no, I don't think you need to make a switch to any different diet for Freda.
Having said this, I do believe in the value of twice yearly checkups and blood and urine testing for pets 7 years of age and older. If these biannual visits reveal an underlying problem for Freda, such as kidney disease, a different diet may be indicated. Special diets can be very helpful for pets with various diseases. In general though, if Freda is healthy I don't see any particular benefit associated with a diet designed for older cats."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"Are supplements really necessary if my dog Katie eats a natural diet? I've followed the advice on diet in your book The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats. You've listed many different supplements in there, and I'm not sure what if anything my dog needs."
"Excellent question. Just as I believe that all people can benefit from supplements, I believe all pets can also benefit from supplements. While natural diets don't contain the potentially harmful byproducts and chemicals found in some foods, no diet contains every possible ingredient that is needed to maintain optimum health. Keep in mind that dietary recommendations for people and pets are designed to provide a MINIMUM daily allowance of nutrients for the "average" person or pet (I've yet to see an "average" person or pet!) Supplements are designed to complement a great diet, supply nutrients (such as various fatty acids, enzymes, and immune boosting supplements) not found in the diet, and supply nutrients a pet may not digest and absorb from the diet for a variety of reasons. As long as your not supplementing individual vitamins and mineral, which could cause an imbalance, you're OK. Readers are encouraged to email me for my general list of supplements I like for people and pets."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"Our 2 dogs eat an organic dry dog food. We supplement their diet with fish oil, vitamin E, vitamin C, glucosomine, and a daily vitamin-mineral pill. Have we gone overboard? Is there a better combination product out there for our 2 dogs, ages 3 (a lab-mix) and 4 (German shepherd) years old?"
"Wow! It sounds like you're doing a fantastic job. In my book, 8 Weeks to a Healthy Dog, I devote one week each to discussing diet and supplements (the other weeks are devoted to grooming, exercise, the veterinary visit and examination, treating diseases naturally, parasite prevention and control, and saying No to drugs for your pet.) The diet sounds like a good one. E aware that many well known pet food companies are now jumping on the "natural" bandwagon and making what they call "natural" diets. Be sure to read the label, avoiding by-products and chemicals whenever possible; many of these well known companies might advertise a new diet as "natural" but it may not be what you and I consider "natural." (Readers who want to know what to look for on a pet food label can email me a request and I'll email you back a handout on the topic.)
Regarding supplements, it's hard to overdo it but sometimes it's easy to duplicate ingredients. You mentioned vitamins C and E as part of the supplements. My guess is your vitamin supplement already contains these vitamins and additional C and E are not needed; adding these extra vitamins can actually throw the delicate balance of vitamins and minerals out of balance, which is why I prefer owners not simply start adding individual vitamins and minerals to their pets' diets.) I would recommend a good quality fish oil liquid or capsule (I like Ultra EFA) for starters; fish oil reduces inflammation in the body and has numerous health benefits. A balanced vitamin-mineral supplement that also contains digestive enzymes and immune-boosting ingredients (colostrums, ginseng, coenzyme Q-10, etc.) is important. I like Vim & Vigor, Canine Plus, or NutriPro. Glucosamine or other joint supplements are great for larger dogs to try to prevent arthritis. My favorite products include Glycoflex, Megaflex, Nutriflex, and Cholodin Flex. As your pets age, preventing cognitive disorder becomes important as well. I suggest that all pets 7 years of age and older take Cholodin or Cholodin Flex to help in this regards. I've seen many positive results when owners feed their pets the proper diet and supplements. Yes, it does cost a bit more to do this, but the savings come when your pet has fewer illness that require veterinary care. Keep up the great job!"
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I've read that cats don't really need carbohydrates in their diets. Yet all of the foods I've looked at have carbohydrates in them, and some of the pet foods have a lot of carbs. Why is this? Is it OK to just feed my cat meat?"
"You're absolutely right. Unlike people and dogs, cats are true carnivores. They do not have a specific requirement for carbohydrates in their diets. They must, however, have large amounts of animal protein in the diet or they can suffer a number of fatal problems such as heart disease and liver failure. Carbohydrates are included in pet foods as an inexpensive source of energy. Digested carbs are used to provide fuel (blood glucose) for people and pets; if the energy is not needed immediately, then the carbs are stored as glycogen in the muscle or liver to be used later. While dogs and people can use protein for energy, this is less efficient.
Cats, however, have developed to be able to use protein as their main source of energy. Dry food must contain more carbohydrates than canned food in order to be formed into pellets. Even though your cat needs a lot of meat in order to obtain the large amount of protein that he requires, feeding only meat is a bad idea. Meat as the sole food is too low in calcium and other vitamins and minerals. However, the ideal food for cats is based upon animal protein as long as it contains adequate amounts of fats, vitamins, and minerals. Even though cats don't really need carbohydrates in their diet, I don't think feeding dry food is harmful to most cats as long as it's a natural diet. Some of my holistic colleagues might disagree, and some do in fact only recommend wet or canned food.
In my practice, I'm not quite that stringent. However, there are some cats that I believe should probably not eat dry food as their sole diets. Cats with kidney disease, chronic bladder disease, diabetes, cancer, and heart and liver disease do better in my opinion when eating a wet or can diet. Work with your veterinarian to determine what food is best for your pet at this stage of his life."
"Dear Readers:
I've had a lot of responses from vegetarians who objected to my recent article on the potential problems of feeding dogs and cats a strictly vegetarian diet. Here are some of the points made in their emails and my comments to them.
1. The argument you made about the quality of the animal protein [mix of amino acids] being better than vegetable protein is not true.
There are many factors that determine the quality of a protein, including the various amino acids that make up the protein, as well as the digestibility of the protein. Eggs and milk are considered perfect proteins by many nutritionists. Vegetables and fruits can contain good proteins just like meat and fish. However, they are typically deficient in certain amino acids that are required by dogs and cats.
There are many factors that determine the quality of a protein, including the various amino acids that make up the protein, as well as the digestibility of the protein. Eggs and milk are considered perfect proteins by many nutritionists. Vegetables and fruits can contain good proteins just like meat and fish. However, they are typically deficient in certain amino acids that are required by dogs and cats.
2. You said you prefer to give dogs and cats animal protein because it closely resembles what they eat in the wild, but this is not true.
Actually this is true. I've never seen a dog or cat hunt down and kill a plant, but I have seen them hunt down and kill birds, rodents, and small mammals. Why? Because they are programmed to seek prey that meets their nutritional needs. As an experiment, I offered my dog and cat a choice of fresh meat or a piece of fruit? Guess what they ate first? My cat showed no interest in the fruit.
Actually this is true. I've never seen a dog or cat hunt down and kill a plant, but I have seen them hunt down and kill birds, rodents, and small mammals. Why? Because they are programmed to seek prey that meets their nutritional needs. As an experiment, I offered my dog and cat a choice of fresh meat or a piece of fruit? Guess what they ate first? My cat showed no interest in the fruit.
3. Cat's don't need animal protein. They do fine on vegetables.
I don't want my patients "doing fine," I want them thriving, and the proper diet is the foundation of any health care program. Cats, unlike dogs, cannot meet their nutritional needs unless animal protein is in their diet. They have requirements for high amounts of protein, taurine, and pre-formed vitamin A, only found in animal tissue. Cats eating diets deficient in these nutrients will become blind and die from liver or heart disease.
I don't want my patients "doing fine," I want them thriving, and the proper diet is the foundation of any health care program. Cats, unlike dogs, cannot meet their nutritional needs unless animal protein is in their diet. They have requirements for high amounts of protein, taurine, and pre-formed vitamin A, only found in animal tissue. Cats eating diets deficient in these nutrients will become blind and die from liver or heart disease.
I did agree with 2 statements in the emails I received.
1. Diets (for people) high in vegetables and fruits are healthier than diets high in meat-based protein devoid of vegetables and fruits.
2. Many of the animal-based proteins in pet foods are not healthy. This is why I recommend natural, organic pet foods free of byproducts and harmful chemicals."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I am a vegan and strive to improve my nutrition. I feel it important to do the same for my dogs. Both are adults at 7 and 10 years of age. Is it safe to slowly change their diet from their existing brand of dog food to a vegetarian diet? I also feed them carrots and broccoli with their dinner meal, which interestingly enough they eat first! What is a safe protein I can feed them that is not an animal by-product? Can they eat soy? Can I make them tofu? Can you give me some advice?"
"While dogs are not strict carnivores like cats, I prefer they eat animal protein in their diets as this closely resembles what they eat in the wild. While I respect your decision to not eat animal protein, in reality animal protein has the best ratio of amino acids (more important than the "protein" value of food) when compared with vegetables.
Even vegetarians must work hard to properly balance the diet to prevent vitamin and amino acid deficiencies. Giving your pet extra vegetables is a great idea. It serves to fill them up due to the fiber content, provides potent cancer-fighting antioxidants, and they are very low in calories which make them perfect as a treat for dieting pets. I'm not a real big fan of soy especially in large amounts as soy can cause extra intestinal gas and contains high amounts of glutamine, which is an excitotoxin that may cause nerve damage. However, for variety small amounts of tofu can be fed if the dogs will eat it.
Finally, I agree with you about avoiding animal byproducts which are found in many brands of food. These are low quality sources of protein and should not be fed to any animal unless absolutely necessary. You can find some great recipes to prepare for your pet in my book The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I have a question about by-products in pet food. Everyone says not to feed your animals a food if the ingredient label says by-products, which could include animal parts such as liver, kidneys, lungs, hooves, pregnant uterus, hair, skin, mammary glands, connective tissue, or intestinal tract. But I'm wondering - why is that bad? If our pets lived in the wild and had to kill to live, wouldn't they be eating that stuff from whatever animal they eat?"
"Excellent question, and one that I've not been asked before! The term by-product, when used on pet food labels, can be a good thing or most commonly a bad thing. Good by-products include organ meats like liver and kidney. Bad by-products include those tissues you mentioned in your question. These ingredients have little nutritional value and serve as cheap sources of protein (and poor sources of amino acids.) In the wild, even if an animal were to consume these bad by-products, that is not their only source of protein but only a part of the meal. Also, if given a choice, animals prefer to eat muscle tissue or organ tissue of the prey they kill.
I recommend avoiding animal and plant by-products when purchasing pet food, unless a specific organ meat is mentioned. There are many choices of good foods available, and there is no reason to feed any food containing by-products, no matter who recommends the food. The only exception I ever make is if the diet containing the bad by-products might be the only diet the pet will eat or is needed for a specific medical problem. There are not many natural diets designed to treat illnesses, but I hope this changes."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I'm frustrated with trying to help my pet lose weight. We've been using the diet recommended by our veterinarian but nothing seems to work. Do you have any suggestions?"
"Here are a couple of tips that may help. First, exercise your pet if possible. Mild aerobic exercise (leash walks, supervised swimming, etc.) daily or every other day is fine for most pets. Exercise is good for the pet's overall physical and mental health, burns off calories, and decreases the pet's appetite. Next, make sure your pet's diet is appropriate, both the amount of calories as well as the amount of food fed per day. Your doctor should be able to help you with this. Try feeding the total daily amount that is recommended into several small snack meals feed throughout the day. This means most pets should eat 3-6 small meals per day. Frequent eating of small amounts helps prevent the pet from becoming hungry and begging for more food, and burns off more calories than if the pet only ate 1-2 larger meals.
Finally, consider supplements that may help. A product called Vetri-Lean combines several ingredients such as green tea and chromium that reduce carbohydrate absorption, extract boosts metabolism, helps maintain normal blood insulin levels (which promotes the burning of fat,) and helps to control appetite. Since obesity can contribute to many undesirable health states like diabetes, joint dysfunction, orthopedic problems, heart disease, and liver problems, reducing unwanted weight is important in pets."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"Is there anything I can do to help my overweight cat Millie? We've had her on a light diet for several months but she still hasn't lost any weight."
"Obesity is the most common nutritional disease in people and pets. It is much easier to prevent than treat, and there are no easy solutions. Still, here are some things to try. Diet is important. While I don't like the weight loss diets on the market since they don't fit my definition of natural or holistic, I will use them short term to help the pet lose weight. When the desired weight is achieved, I'll switch to a better natural diet. It's important to feed the daily recommended amount of food in 3-6 small smack feedings throughout the day to maximize weight loss.
Exercise is also important, although this is more challenging for cats than dogs. Some things to try include chasing your cat around the house, making your cat chase a string or toy connected to a fishing pole, and having your cat chase a laser pointer directed at the floor. Finally, supplements can be helpful in burning off calories and reducing appetite. Vetri-Lean is a new product that has shown promise. When used with diet and exercise, it can be helpful in many patients."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"What are your thoughts on rawhide chew treats for pets? My dog loves them but I've heard some bad things from friends about rawhide. Do you have an opinion on cow hooves as a chew treat?"
"Rawhide is the processed skin of cattle. It provides dogs with a satisfying chewing experience. However, I'm not a big fan of most rawhide products for several reasons. Rawhide, especially those from another country, can be contaminated with potentially harmful ingredients such as arsenic often used as a preservative, antibiotics, lead, or insecticides that could adversely affect your dog's health. Dogs can easily choke on rawhide when the original large piece of rawhide is chewed. Choking is a hazard, and rawhide can cause gastric irritation is some dogs
Cow hooves might pose more of a problem than rawhide treats. They are hard enough that dogs can break their teeth when chewing a hoof. Rarely, a piece can become lodged in the hard palate (roof of the mouth) or in the esophagus, stomach, or intestines, which may cause a partial obstruction.
Finally, the popular pig ears chew treats can also cause GI upset, although obstructions are less common because the ears are not usually shaped into solid chunks. There is, however, a less widely known danger associated with pig ears: reports of contamination with bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella may pose a risk to both the pet and the owner handling the treat. For these reasons I don't usually recommend these objects as chew toys. Safer options for chewing include large fresh meaty bones (supervise your dog when offering these to make sure the bone doesn't splinter which could cause a problem.) Also, there are some companies that make bone-shaped treats from food sources such as soy or rice flour. These hard "bones" are enjoyed by many dogs and are totally digestible."
"Dear Dr. Shawn:
"I breed and show Labrador Retrievers and have been feeding the BARF diet, using a well-know raw food (BRAVO) for 6 years. I supplement with Flax Seed oil or Fish oil. I also following the Shultz-Dodd vaccine protocol and titer all my dogs, choosing only to booster if necessary. I vaccinate for rabies every 3 years. I'm really trying to keep my dogs' immune systems running at an optimal level, having lost 2 dogs to cancer that I think began with tumors in an area that was the primary injection site for many of years of vaccines (before I became better educated.) The argument I continue to face, however, it that the dogs are being subjected to bacteria from the raw food. I even had one vet say I was going to kill them if I kept up the raw diet. I've not had a problem in 6 years, but continue to have to defend my choice of diet to vet after vet. What are your thoughts?"
"It sounds like you're doing a great job and on your way to developing a super holistic health plan for your dogs! By feeding fresh food and limiting vaccines, I expect your labs will be healthy and live a very long life (especially if you're breeding for health and not simply appearance or skills.) It is true that ANY food, raw, cooked, or processed, can become contaminated with bacteria, although I worry most about raw food. In people and in pets, most cases of food poisoning occur because of improper storage and handling. Therefore, I would make sure you:
Life is too short to continue to argue with a doctor who disagrees with the way you care for your dogs. YOU are responsible for your health care choices, not any doctor. I wouldn't argue with him as close-minded people don't really care about facts and you won't change his mind. Let him continue to overvaccinate his other patients and recommend to their owners the lower quality foods full of byproducts and chemicals. Change will only occur when the rest of his clients also learn, as you have learned, what's really best for their pets and they too find a health care provider who responds to their needs."
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Star and Composer Talk 'The Princess and the Frog' Songs
- Sat Mar 13, 2010, 7:57 AM GMT
Anika Noni Rose, who voices Tiana, and composer Randy Newman talk how they join the movie, their recording session and many others.READ MORE
Anika Noni Rose, who voices Tiana, and composer Randy Newman talk how they join the movie, their recording session and many others.READ MORE
The Pixar's movie was honored with Best Animated Feature gong at the awards show, which is dominated by 'The Princess and the Frog' and 'Coraline' with three prizes each.READ MORE
The Sam Worthington-starring sci-fi has collected a total domestic cume of 430.8 million dollars, which surpassed the 423 million dollars tally by 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest'.READ MORE
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Fire claims life of Washington County man
Peters police and a state police fire marshal are investigating a blaze that killed a Washington County man on Sunday morning.
Robert Gary McLaughlin, 80, died in Canonsburg Hospital.
The fire was reported at 6:47 a.m. in the 2700 block of Locust Drive in Peters with one man trapped inside, the Washington County dispatch supervisor said.
Firefighters removed McLaughlin from the burning structure and turned him over to EMS, but he died at 7:40 a.m. in the hospital, according to Washington County Coroner Tim Warco.
Neighbor Lee Robinson, 62, said McLaughlin was known around the neighborhood as one of its longest-tenured residents and had been a poll worker before he apparently started having trouble getting around.
Robinson said McLaughlin lived in the house with his wife, a son and two grandchildren — and all but McLaughlin managed to escape the flames.
Red Cross workers assisted four adults with food and clothing.
The cause and manner of death will be determined after an investigation, Warco said.


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Jose Mourinho shrugged off the whistles of the Real Madrid crowd on Sunday after reports emerged he was facing a player revolt.
Sports daily Marca had claimed the combustible Portuguese coach had accused some of his stars of betrayal by conducting a whispering campaign in the press in the aftermath of the midweek King's Cup defeat to bitter rivals Barcelona.
"You killed me in the mixed zone," Mourinho was reported to have said to his players, referring to the bustling area where media get the opportunity to talk to players after matches.
"Obviously, as you Spanish are the world champions, your friends in the press will protect you."
Despite Real's 4-1 win over Athletic Bilbao on Sunday, which preserved their five-point lead over Barcelona in the La Liga title race, Mourinho was still jeered by sections of the Santiago Bernabeu crowd.
"This isn't a problem for me, it didn't happen when I was at Porto, Chelsea or Inter (Milan) but there is always a first time," said Mourinho.
"Is it difficult? We played and we won. Here they have whistled at Zidane, Ronaldo and Cristiano (Ronaldo), who has the Golden Boot, so why can't they whistle at me?"
"I will try and respond with my work. At Chelsea it would be difficult to accept the whistles but at a place where they whistle the best then who am I to say anything.
"I wasn't born a Madrid fan. I am a professional, the directors, the legal representatives of the fans, employ me and I have a great relationship with them."
Marca said that Mourinho had argued with defender Sergio Ramos, who he claimed had not marked Carles Puyol closely enough in Wednesday's 2-1 cup defeat, allowing the veteran Barca player to score the equaliser.
The newspaper even reported the pair's heated exchange.
"Ramos: 'We decided to change the marking positions (with Pepe).'
"Mourinho: 'So you are trying to be the coach?'
"Ramos: 'No, but sometimes you have to change the marking in a match. As you have never worn the shirt as a high-level player, you wouldn't know that this situation sometimes presents itself.'"
After Sunday's game, Mourinho waved away the Marca allegations.
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The Application deadline for Fall term, which starts in September, is the first Wednesday in August.
The application deadline for Winter term, which starts in January, is the first Wednesday in December.
Specific Program Requirements
To complete the Masters of Arts in Literacy Learning, students must complete 30 credits of approved coursework including an action research project.
Core Courses
LLE 500 Foundations of Literacy for Liberation 3 Credits
LLE 510 Socio-Cultural Factors and Literacy Learning 3 Credits
LLE 520 Literacy As Social Activism 3 Credits
RDG 557 Methods for Teaching Intermediate and Secondary Reading 3 Credits
RDG 559 Literature Based Approaches to Reading Instruction 3 Credits
RDG 564 Methods in Elementary Reading and Other Language Arts 3 Credits
RDG 609 Diagnostic Techniques in Reading Instruction 3 Credits
Community Literacy Courses
LLE 540 Community as a Literacy Learning Center 3 Credits
LLE 541 Leadership in Community Literacy Learning 3 Credits
LLE 639 Research in Literacy and Community Program Development 3 Credits
LLE 500 Foundations of Literacy for Liberation
3 hours
This course is a historical, theoretical and sociological exploration of the foundation of literacy learning from a global and Western perspective. It also examines Paulo Friere's pedagogical principles for utilizing literacy as a form social activism and liberation.
LLE 510 Socio-Cultural Factors and Literacy Learning
3 hours
This course is an introduction to social and cultural factors, and diverse languages as underpinnings of issues diverse learners face in varied environments, including home, community, and school. Emphasis is on the social, cultural, linguistic, and academic challenges and opportunities, and research based strategies that support culturally responsive teaching.
LLE 520 Literacy As Social Activism
3 hours
This course explores global literacy, theories and issues related to traditional and nontraditional community engagement in reading and writing to create space for social activism and change. Participants engage in community literacy projects using multi-modal literacies.
RDG 557 Methods for Teaching Intermediate and Secondary Reading
3 hours
This course specifically addresses adapting content instruction to meet the needs of intermediate and secondary school students with reading problems; analyzes the variations in vocabulary, format, comprehension, and study procedures in various content areas; presents teaching strategies for improving basic reading skills, content reading and writing proficiency of all students; and explores strategies for supporting literacy instruction across the curriculum.
RDG 559 Literature Based Approaches to Reading Instruction
3 hours
This course examines the history, description, rationale, and criteria for selection and evaluation of classic, contemporary, and culturally diverse literature for children and young adults. This course also presents specific strategies for using culturally conscious literature in literature based reading instruction, and explores a variety of strategies to foster literacy development and promote an enjoyment of literature.
RDG 564 Methods in Elementary Reading and Other Language Arts
3 hours
This course presents criteria and procedures for reading, writing, listening, viewing, and speaking processes, and examines teaching strategies and materials that are consonant with human growth and development. This course also discusses research and management of classroom reading programs, grades K-8.
RDG 609 Diagnostic Techniques in Reading Instruction
3 hours
This course examines identification of reading disabilities and possible causative factors through the use of formal and informal tests and case study methods. This course also develops a comprehensive testing vocabulary in order to administer, interpret, and evaluate tests.
LLE 540 Community as a Literacy Learning Center
3 hours
This course is an introduction to the study of diverse literacy experiences within community spaces. It examines the complexity of social, cultural and literacy practices imbedded in diverse urban communities and explores literacy strategies and techniques to document and sustain viable communities of practice. Participants explore past and current events that shape communities, and examine how people engage in new literacy practices to understand and facilitate sustainable social change.
LLE Leadership in Community Literacy Learning
3 hours
This course is an analysis of communities and literacy learning, as well as characteristics of community literacy leadership. It examines social, political and economic factors that impact community viability, and organizational planning for sustainable community literacy development. Participants will work with a mentor recognized as a community literacy leader. The signature assignment for this course is for participants to develop a plan for a community literacy center.
LLE 639 Research in Literacy and [Community] Program Development
3 hours
This course provides opportunities for research that focuses on effective literacy instruction, and factors involved in successful curriculum development in community based programs. This course also covers techniques for formal and informal research. Students will design, conduct, and present a [field practice project].


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ADD/ADHD is covered under the Americans With Disabilities Act and individuals with ADD/ADHD can be entitled to certain accommodations at work based on their needs.
A diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder does not automatically justify accommodations in the workplace. There are many adults with ADHD that perform their jobs well and do not require additional or special assistance. However, some people do require accommodations, and can receive protection under the American's With Disabilities Act.
Before requesting special accommodations, take the time to determine what you need, why and how you expect the company to meet your needs. When requesting accommodations, you will want to supply your employer with information on your disability, the accommodations you are requesting, a reason for each accommodation and what benefit they will receive for supplying you with extra assistance. Providing this information will probably give you a better response from your employer.
The first step is to evaluate your job and your duties. List which parts of the job you do well now, and which parts you feel you could do better with assistance or accommodations. Be as specific as possible. For example, you may be required to attend meetings and be responsible for following up on ideas presented at the meeting. You may feel that you should have a record of the meeting to allow you to be more accurate in your presentations. You might want to request that you be allowed to tape record meetings. You may state that you will supply the tape recorder or request the company supply you with one. Remember to indicate why this will help you in your job, for example, by recording the meetings, you can go over the important points again, with fewer distractions and make sure that you have followed through on all-important points.
Your employer will need to understand why your ADD/ADHD causes problems. List the symptoms of ADHD, as they relate to you, not a list of generic symptoms. Include information on how they affect your job performance. Be as specific as possible. Instead of indicating a memory deficiency, include information on inability to focus, becoming easily distracted or problems with short-term memory. The more specific you are, the more detailed of a plan you can propose to your employer.


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2013 Soccer Schedule
Men's College Soccer
Rider's 2013 Schedule
LAWRENCEVILLE—The 2013 Rider University men's soccer schedule begins with a pair of home games the first week of September. The regular season ends with a pair of home Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference games in November, and there are six other home games in between.
"Ten home games is the most we've had since I've been here," said third-year Rider head coach Charlie Inverso. "Any time you can get a game at home the better it is."
The last time Rider had ten home games was 2004 when Rider played 12 games in Lawrenceville.
The 2013 season begins Labor Day Weekend with home games September 1 and 3, just as the students are coming back to campus. "We are trying to create a culture where the students will want to come out and watch us but that starts with winning," Inverso said.
The season begins by hosting Robert Morris in the opener Sunday afternoon and Saint Joseph's Tuesday night at 7pm under the Ben Cohen Field lights. "That Sunday afternoon game is going to be hot," Inverso said, "so we need to prepare for that right away. The Tuesday night game is the night before classes start so we hope to get a good amount of students at the game."
September will feature road trips to New England (Bryant) and Upstate New York (St. Bonaventure) while the Broncs host LIU-Brooklyn and NJIT. "Those long road trips can be good bonding experiences," Inverso said.
October has four home games, beginning with Seton Hall, the BIG EAST team Rider upset in 2011 in South Orange. "Seton Hall has as excellent tradition of playing soccer the right way," Inverso said, "so it is always great to have a chance to play them."
Conference play begins with a Saturday afternoon home game with Marist. Rider defeated Marist last season in a game that was also at Rider. "We came up big against Marist last year," Inverso said, "and we're hoping to do the same again this year."
The October schedule features a Wednesday night home game with MAAC newcomer Monmouth. Rider and Monmouth were Northeast Conference rivals for five years in the 1990s. "Year-in and year-out Monmouth is a top 25 team," Inverso said. "They are a great opponent to have."
After hosting Manhattan the Broncs break out the road uniforms for trips to defending champion Niagara, Fairfield and Siena before the final home weekend. "It is going to be cold when we travel to those places," Inverso said.
Rider hosts Canisius November 6 and new MAAC member Quinnipiac Saturday, November 9 in the regular season finale. "It is always good to finish up the regular season with home games," Inverso said.
The four-team MAAC Championship is November 15-17 at Fairfield.
Weather permitting, all 10 home men's soccer games will be streamed on BroncVision, the pay per view video stream of Rider Athletics.
GameWatcher (LiveStats) will also be available for free on the website for all home games and most away contests.


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Demi Lovato: Fan Favorite in Rio
Showing some love to her Brazilian fans, Demi Lovato greeted fans outside of her hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday (April 28).
The "Heart Attack" hottie signed autographs and posed for pictures as she made her way to a waiting vehicle.
In town for two shows as part of her Neon Lights Tour, the songstress tweeted, "My fans are the bestest.... Rio, you rocked."
After one more show in Rio, it is off to Brasilia, Brazil for a show on Wednesday.


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|Your ex-lover is dead.
|2011 London riots
|I was raised on red pepper and blood. I am so hot if you strike me I will light like a match.
|A thousand years from now, we should have coffee and tell stories while the world disintegrates
|art and horses
|And then they came for me, but the bridge would not ignite.
|I'm building the bridge in stone this time, lest someone drop a torch.
|Dead Men Don't Need Coffee Breaks
|Grievous Angel
|fire suppression
|I love you
|Ban live export
|When she died
|US Highway 322
|the walls and gates of common human life
|suppressive fire
|The Pope and Her Yaks
|How to set yourself on fire
|18 situations that shout Watch Out!
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Box score | Redskins roster | Ravens roster | Preseason scoreboard
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. | TV: NBC-4 and CSN | Radio: ESPN 980; FM 94.3 and 92.7
The third preseason game is usually the most fun for fans. As Mike Jones wrote in five story lines, it's also the most true test for these Redskins. Not only will the starters play a while, but the Ravens will be a legitimate test. Remember that New England didn't start Tom Brady or several other starters, and the Browns just aren't very good, except maybe on defense.
Meantime, Jay Gruden is keeping an open mind about the final roster spots and the bubble players. Here is Jones's roster projection from Thursday.
Anyway, make this your spot to talk about the game before, during and afterward. The box score above will link to live-updating stats once the game is underway, and we'll add a photo gallery to this thread later in the game. Also, our friends at the Baltimore Sun are live-updating the game from the Ravens' side.
Update, 7 p.m.:
Here are some tidbits from on site:
Pressbox view @ M&T Bank Stadium 3 hrs before #Skins v #Ravens. Love venue's size (71K), sight lines & nice workers pic.twitter.com/wDJJRXzG5M
— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) August 23, 2014
Former Redskins safety Chris Horton is a Ravens coaching intern. He's catching up w Olivadotti now. — Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 23, 2014
Donte Stallworth is a coaching intern with the Ravens. Talking to former Skins teammates now.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 23, 2014
Just as it seemed rain was done, a downpour falls at M&T Bank Stadium 30 mins before #Skins vs #Ravens kickoff. Ponchos out in force! — Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) August 23, 2014
Just like that, rain blows through M&T Stadium. Skies dry for kickoff for #Skins #Ravens. Eager to see both teams' passing game
— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) August 23, 2014
Update, 7:20: Chris Thompson won't play. Lache Seastrunk will.
Backups CB Tracy Porter and ILB Darryl Sharpton are the only other two players out tonight for #Redskins. — Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 23, 2014
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http://connect.luc.edu/comp150/ is the URL for class meetings.
This page is the center of public information added throughout the course. Initially, please see the Course Syllabus, about course content, administration, and requirements. That page will introduce and point to the other important documents. Looking at them as they are introduced in the syllabus is an easy way to keep on track. Alternately, or later for reference, you can look at the sublist underneath the syllabus link below -- links to the other documents.
Look at the Prep assignment due at the start of the first class!
The class meets online Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:30-6PM at http://connect.luc.edu/comp150/
To get used to the technology, please try to join us to get up to speed on the online tools a week before the regular class:
Monday May 15, at 5:30PM.
Before joining your first meeting, go over instructions and videos on the page for Adobe Connect. Particular points people have missed: earphones and a quiet space are very important.


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BookIT sells used and out-of-print books, primarily genre fiction like mystery and science fiction. We carry paperbacks, hardcovers, and fiction magazines, from the early 1800's to yesterday.
It doesn't matter whether you locate a title from our search box, located on every window, or our pre-formatted catalogs (which are accurate within 24 hours, but because books can span many catalogs, and they only appear in this section within 1 catalog, may not appear in the catalog you are looking at).
Simply click on the shopping cart symbol or the words 'Add to Cart', and the title will go into your shopping cart. (if you do so, and the catalog you were on disappears, or you are shown a different one, just use the 'Back' button on your browser to go back to the page you were on.)
At any time, you may use the View Shopping Cart link to change your order, or delete items ordered in error.
To finish your order, go to View Shopping Cart, and follow the Submit Order link. This takes you to a page where you can fill in your shipping information, your email (very important, as we will send your confirmation to his address), and your payment method.
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Next, we verify that the book is available, compute the appropriate postage, and send you a final confirmation that your order is ready.
Once payment is made for the final order, the books will be shipped to you promptly.
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Book tells of Sheriff Ashe's career
Ranging from stories of busting illegal drug trades, solving cold-cases to comical anecdotes, Ashes of Bluebird not only tells the Sheriffs unique story, but also gives an interesting look into the history of law enforcement in Wilson County in the past 40 years.
Ashe said the book will be released in the next few weeks and he and co-author Merryman are planning a book-signing at a to-be-determined local venue.
One of the longest-serving Sheriffs in the country, Ashe dreamed of being a law enforcement officer since he was a child, growing up on Bluebird Road outside of Lebanon. After serving a tour in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne Division, earning three Purple Hearts, the Bronze Star and Cross of Gallantry, Ashe returned to Lebanon to live that dream.
Merryman has made a career interviewing figures from Newt Gingrich, Shimon Peres and Nancy Reagan. Shes worked as a news anchor and reporter in many of the nations major cities, including Nashville. Merryman has since worked writing biographies, helping individuals who make a difference tell their unique stories.
Filled with crime stories and genuine recollections of life of a lawman in Wilson County, keep an eye on local bookstores for Ashes of Bluebird coming soon.
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Shares of Tesoro (NYSE:TSO) are ending the trading week with solid gains. Shares of the independent petroleum refiner rose sharply from $51 on Wednesday to highs of $56 on Friday, following the publication of its first quarter results on Wednesday afternoon. Despite the rally over the past week, and year, there is more upside potential for shares following a successful completion of the Carson refinery acquisition.
First Quarter Results
Tesoro generated first quarter revenues of $8.16 billion, up 4.3% on the year before. Analysts were dead wrong on their revenue estimates, as consensus estimates for first quarter revenues stood at merely $6.58 billion.
As a result of relatively lower cost of sales, operating income after allocation of corporate costs advanced some 43.3% to $192 million. Operating margins, which are really thin in the refining industry, were up by 64 basis points to 2.35%.
Net earnings attributable to shareholders rose 66% to $93 million, or $0.67 per diluted share. Excluding $9 million in charges related to the acquisition of BP's Southern California refining business, earnings per share came in at $0.73 per share. Adjusted earnings were in line with consensus estimates of $0.73 per share
CEO Greg Goff commented on the performance during the first quarter: "We are pleased with our first quarter results, which reflect a solid operating performance and continued execution of our strategic plan. We completed a major portion of our planned turnaround activity for 2013; developed the next phase of our West Coast crude oil strategy with the formation of the Tesoro-Savage joint venture and began the process to cease crude oil refining operations in Hawaii."
A Look Into The Results
Refining segment operating income advanced to $287 million, mainly on the back of favorable market conditions. Total throughput was up 50,000 barrels per day, coming in at 579,000 barrels per day as Tesoro processed more heavy crude.
Refining margins rose to $13.68 per barrel, up 12.6% on the year, while solid execution resulted in a 2.2% decline in manufacturing costs to $4.86 per barrel.
The retail segment saw some improvements as well. The total number of operated fuel stations increased by 190 to 1,405 as the company acquired 174 stations from Thrifty Oil Company and another 49 Albertson's Fuel Express stations. Fuel margins increased from twelve cents to $0.20 per gallon resulting in operating income of $17 million for the time period, which compares to a $4 million loss last year.
Tesoro ended its first quarter with $1.97 billion in cash and equivalents and $1.59 billion in short and long term debt, for a net cash position of around $380 million.
For the full year of 2012, Tesoro generated revenues of $32.97 billion on which the company reported a net profit of $743 million, for diluted earnings of $5.25 per share.
Factoring in a 6% jump in Tesoro's share price towards $54 per share, the market values the company at $7.4 billion, valuing operating assets around $7 billion. This values the company at around 0.25 times annual revenues and 9-10 times annual earnings.
Tesoro currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share, for an annual dividend yield of 1.5%.
Some Historical Perspective
Long term investors in Tesoro have seen great returns, accompanied by even greater volatility. Shares advanced from lows of $4 in 2003 to peak around $65 in 2007.
Shares fell all the way to $8 in 2008 as the sluggish economy pushed refiners in the red. Shares consolidated in the following years, but have risen from $20 during the spring of 2012 to highs of $60 earlier this year. At the moment, shares are exchanging hands at around $54 per share.
Between 2009 and 2012, Tesoro has roughly doubled its annual revenues to $33.0 billion. The company improved its profitability each sequential year after reporting a $140 million loss in 2009.
Investment Thesis
The first quarter of 2013 was solid as shares of the company rose another 22% so far year to date, despite a recent sell-off, amidst a generally favorable refining environment.
Tesoro furthermore returned a lot of cash to its shareholders by raising its quarterly dividend to $0.20 per share. The company also bought 2 million of its own shares during the quarter, retiring its shareholder base at a pace of 5.8% per annum. As a result of the buybacks, the company has some $255 million remaining as part of its $500 million authorized share repurchase program.
Other good news is that the company expects to near the end of the regulatory review of its planned acquisition of the Carson refinery announced last year. The company already expanded its revolving credit facility towards $3.0 billion to finance the $2.5 billion planned acquisition.
While the valuation is already appealing based on current operations, the prospects remain good fueled by the highly accretive deal with BP Plc (NYSE:BP). With estimated synergies of $250 million per annum following the deal, Tesoro should easily be able to report annual profits surpassing the $1 billion mark in today's environment.
On top of the planned acquisition of the Carson refinery, Tesoro recently announced a joint-venture with Savage to develop and operate a new unit train unloading and marine loading facility in Vancouver, with an initial capacity of 120,000 barrels per day. The $75-$100 million facility is expected to be operational in 2014, and could in the long term be expanded to 280,000 barrels per day.
Tesoro remains a stellar long term potential. At the presentation of the deal with BP back in August, I wrote that management has created more value than the current share price reflected. From that point in time shares have risen some 35% to current levels around $54 per share.
I reiterate my stance from last year. I am a buyer of the shares in anticipation of new all time highs around $65 in the medium to long term.
Disclosure: I am long TSO. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.


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Ask a Lawyer and Get Answers to Your Legal Questions
Hi - my name is XXXXX XXXXX I'm a litigation attorney. Thanks for your question. IF you have a court order that directs him to pay you money, and if he has failed to do so, then you can file a motion for contempt against him with the court and ask the judge to order him to pay up immediately. If he can't/doesn't, then the judge can order him to sit in jail until he does. Also, you can issue a writ of execution on anything he owns - - including these vehicles - - based on the judgment that you have in your possession. Once you repossess the vehicles, you could sell them and use the proceeds to pay the amount you're due.It's probably best to file the contempt motion and let the judge know that he must pay immediately or face possible jail time. Usually, the judge will give him a short period of time to comply or else......
Here's a link to a sample motion for contempt/order to show cause you could look at: http://www.hockingcountycommonpleascourt.com/Documents/Contempt%2097-03.pdf
Also, your local court clerk's office will likely have similar forms at the office or even online.
Hi -
Sorry if I misunderstood what you were looking to do.
As for transferring the judgment, all you have to do is get a certified copy from the court clerk and then file that judgment with the court clerk in the county you're wanting to enforce it in - - such as Franklin County.
The only issue you'll have is that you can only enforce the judgment in Franklin County IF he (1) lives there, or (2) owns/has property there. You mentioned that he works in Franklin Co., so you would be able to file the judgment there and then issue a garnishment to his employer for payment of his income until paid in full. There are several Ohio counties online that have forms available for garnishment, such as the following one: http://www.franklincountyohio.gov/clerk/CivilForms.cfm. Your county likely has similar forms you can use.
However, if your ex does not live in Franklin county, you could not seek to hold him in contempt of court OR execute on his vehicles through another county. Instead, that would have to be done through the county where he lives/where the property is located.
Thus, you CAN transfer the judgment simply by getting a certified copy and filing it in any county you wish. However, the court only has jurisdiction over the PERSON if he lives there and over the PROPERTY that's located within the county.
I hope this clears up the issue, and I apologize for misunderstanding the first go round.
SORRY for the delay in responding.
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Legislation to help re-establish Arizona as an economic leader
February 14, 2011 by in Economy
Gov. Jan Brewer today called the Legislature into Special Session for the consideration of a comprehensive plan to put Arizona back to work. Known as the Arizona Competitiveness Package, the proposal includes a mix of targeted business incentives and broad tax reforms designed to rev the Arizona economy. "The Competitiveness Package will make Arizona a… Read More →
Three Things Building Owners Need To Know To Reduce Their Taxes
June 1, 2010 by in AZ Business Magazine | Featured | Finance | Real Estate
In today's economy everybody is looking for ways to improve their cash flow, especially as it relates to real estate. Implementing tax-saving strategies is certainly a way to help cash flow in the current year, and in some cases these strategies will provide benefits for years to come. While there are numerous strategies for lowering… Read More →


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The Napa Valley and Cabernet Sauvignon are so intrinsically linked...
The [Napa Valley] and [Cabernet Sauvignon] are so intrinsically linked that it is difficult to discuss one without thinking of the other. Although Cabernet has many important outposts throughout the wine world, nowhere else has it achieved such success (and, at the highest end, commanded such lofty prices) than in Napa. Here, it is responsible for bold, opulent, and dark-fruited wines with grippy tannins and a healthy dose of alcohol. The best examples can age for decades. Each of Napa's smaller sub-AVAs imparts a different character to Cabernet, such as [Rutherford's] famous dust or [Stags Leap District's] tart cherry flavors.


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Little to choose between Rampage and EvansMonday, May 24th, 2010
Former Light Heavyweight Champions Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson and Rashad Evans meet at UFC this weekend for the dubious honour of getting a chance to lose to current champion Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua.
Don't let the side show sway you
Rampage is a bad coach, Rampage spent too much time filming The A-Team, Rampage isn't fully committed to the sport, Rampage…oh who cares? Quinton Jackson has never been the most sane and focussed sportsman, hell they wouldn't call him Rampage if he was, but none of the side stories involving Jackson should influence the outcome of this weekend's main event. Jackson had two dire stints coaching on The Ultimate Fighter but just because he gives bad advice doesn't mean he can't walk the walk himself. As for The A-Team theory, I wouldn't put it past him using it as an excuse if he loses but it's a poor man's excuse given the time he had to prepare since shooting ended. This fight will be decided based on the type of game both men bring to the octagon, not what they are doing in their personal lives.
Rampage presents the better challenge for Shogun
The bookies have Jackson as a slight favourite but in truth this is a nightmare to call. Jackson possesses a strong wrestling background but it's his striking where he possesses a clear edge over his opponent. Evans is no slouch and would likely have the upper hand if it comes down to grappling. My view on the winner changes daily, at the moment I'm swinging towards Jackson but the more interesting angle isn't who will win but rather who would give Shogun more of a challenge. Evans will be outmatched in grappling and Ju-Jitsu against the champion but a victory for Jackson is far more appealing. In raw talent and consistency the edge would have to go to Rua but Jackson has split his two previous encounters with the Brazilian and possesses the ability to pull off the shock upset. In either event I don't see the champion losing in his first defence but a third fight with Jackson would provide more entertainment.
It's a pity about Forrest Griffin
Antonio Rogerio Nogueira comes into UFC 114 on a six fight winning streak and was set to face former Light Heavyweight champion Forrest Griffin only for Griffin to pull out with a shoulder injury. The result is a far less attractive under card. His replacement, Jason Brilz, is reasonably accomplished but far from a name fighter and this is by some distance the biggest challenge he will have faced in his career to date.
In the Middleweight division Michael Bisping looks to rehabilitate his career. The former winner of The Ultimate Fighter TV series was beaten by Wanderlei Silva in his last outing. Bisping's image is still suffering from the humiliation he suffered at the hands of Dan Henderson almost a year ago when he was shown up horribly. In Dan Miller he faces an opponent coming in on the back of two defeats, the latter to recent Middleweight title challenger Demian Maia on points. A victory inside the distance could do wonders for Bisping's career, defeat would have dire implications for the English fighter's career.
Further down the card Todd Duffee will hope for a longer fight against Mike Russow than his last outing when he knocked Tim Hague out in just 7 seconds. Neither fighter has taken on serious opposition in their careers to date although the explosive nature of Duffee should make this entertaining if nothing else.
Finally in the Welterweight division unbeaten Englishman John Hathaway puts his 12-0 record on the line against the heavily experienced Diego Sanchez. The American has suffered three defeats in his career but they were to some of the biggest names in the sport in Jon Fitch, BJ Penn, and Josh Kosheck. Hathaway has certainly come a long way in his four year career but it's hard to see his unbeaten record staying intact after this event.
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My money is on Rashad, if Rampage is anything like he was against Griffin in terms of not checking kicks then I think Rashad could edge him out. That said, Rampage has the knockout power and could pull something out of nothing. In terms of Rua though, I wouldn't be drinking the kool aid as quickly as everyone else. This is the guy, don't forget, that barely put Coleman away.
I wouldn't read too much into the early changeover of Shogun into UFC. He wasn't in the best of shape when he switched over and it took him a couple of fights to get his act together, once he did we saw what he could do.
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Having a simple, easy-to-pronounce name may help you win you friends and favour in the workplace, new research suggests. "People simply aren't aware of the subtle impact that names can have on their judgments," said researcher Adam Alter of New York University, who collaborated on the study. The results indicated that people with easier names are more likely to be favoured for political office and job promotions and—based on a mock ballot—to win elections. "The effect is not due merely to the length of a name or how foreign-sounding or unusual it is, but rather how easy it is to pronounce," added Simon Laham of the University of Melbourne, Australia, who co-authored the work. The study is published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology. As part of it, Alter analyzed 500 first and last names of U.S. lawyers and found that those with more pronounceable names rose more quickly to superior positions in their firms. The effect probably extends to other industries and in everyday contexts, he said. "It's important to appreciate the subtle biases that shape our choices and judgments about others," he added. "Such an appreciation may help us de-bias our thinking, leading to fairer, more objective treatment of others." The researchers said they conducted studies both in lab settings and in a natural environment using a range of names from Anglo, Asian, and Western and Eastern European backgrounds. The research builds on earlier work by Alter that found financial stocks with simpler names tend to outperform similar stocks with complex names right after they appear on the market.


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"It's simplicity that makes perfection. Things are perfect when they taste of what they are". Pierre Maillet
Pierre Maillet's goal, as head chef of our two star restaurant, is to conserve the taste of the produce, respect texture, gently combine things and not spoil them by trying to over-enhance them. Having taken over from his father-in-law, Pierre Carrier, he has upheld the restaurant's traditions by proposing a subtle, modern and natural cuisine, inspired by the surrounding area.
A cuisine spanning 5 generations that is influenced by the treasures of the French/Italian Alps : Char and Fera from Lake Léman, snails from the Mont Blanc region, sweetbreads, Dombes duckling, Bresse poulard and local cheese, pork and lamb….Dishes subtly enhanced by the herb garden, overseen by Pierre Carrier: wood sorrel, tarragon, lemon thyme, savory, lemon balm, sage, wild thyme, marjoram or burnet. The Albert 1er's carte is also influenced by the neighbouring Piedmont region: lemon risotto and « Bottarga di Tonno », crab ravioli on a mousse of curcuma, garden peas and mint bisque, farm goat's cheese and beetroot gnocchi. From his travels around the world, his childhood in the Toulouse region and training in successful restaurants along the Mediterranean coast, Pierre Maillet has created a selection of flavours and spices with which to season his dishes : line-caught John Dory fillet, citron, tonka beans, turnip confit and hollande sauce, line-caught sea bream with basil in a squid and herb crust, consommé, garlic rouille and croutons; whole roasted Breton lobster served in two ways, with yuzu confit, avocado, grapefruit and Nepalese Timur pepper, or Lobster à la Cardinal with fondant potatoes in coral butter. Perle de la Dombes Peking duckling seasoned with orange and gingerbread, stewed leg and almonds, coriander and homemade lemon confit. Surprisingly wonderful combinations created with seasonal produce and his passion for cooking, creating, inventing and seducing. Hard, relentless work ensures that the simplicity of the food provides an explosion of flavours and enjoyment.
Alain Gousse, our head sommelier, will be delighted to advise from the exceptional house cellar – 19,000 bottles with over 1,000 varieties, 646 of which are on the wine list.
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For many students, Thanksgiving represents the first time they'll leave their new dormitory life behind and come back home to reconnect with friends and family. However, this is not always the case. For instance, a four-day weekend is not long enough for international students to travel home (for a holiday their countries don't even celebrate), and indeed, even for American students, the inconvenience and cost of traveling during the holiday can make it impractical and exhausting. So colleges are increasingly giving students ways to celebrate Turkey Day that make it appealing to stick around, or even invite their own families. Here are 10 cool ways our schools celebrate Thanksgiving:
A Family Celebration at Hesston College
For 45 years now, Hesston College, a two-year Mennonite school in Hesston, Kan., has hosted Thanksgiving Weekend: A Family Celebration. According to the school's website, "The weekend lineup includes activities for all ages, including a traditional Thanksgiving meal, music concerts, a talent show, men's and women's basketball tournaments, a two-mile run/walk and a luminary walk at Dyck Arboretum."
Turkey Trot at Lehigh University
An even more venerable tradition can be found at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. Each year before the big game with Lafayette College (billed as the oldest college football rivalry in America: 147 games over 128 years), Lehigh hosts a 2.6-mile run called the Turkey Trot. This year's will be the 56th Trot.
Thanksgiving Day Dinner at Ohio State University
Starting in the early 1990s, Ohio State began to host a Thanksgiving dinner at the Frank W. Hale Black Cultural Center for students who couldn't make it home for the holiday. Today it's "the largest free Thanksgiving dinner in the United States to be held on a university campus on Thanksgiving Day." There is also a separate event called the Alternative Harvest Thanksgiving Dinner where the American Indian Council and the Multicultural Center present "authentic indigenous†cuisine, and a Hispanic Business Student Association "Thanksgiving dinner with a salsa twist.â€
Spiritual Development Month at Carnegie Mellon University
At CMU in Pittsburgh, Pa., Thanksgiving caps off a November that's designated as Spiritual Development Month. A variety of educational and ecumenical events are held throughout the month focusing on all kinds of faith traditions. By the time Thanksgiving rolls around, students are blessed with an enhanced understanding of each other and their many reasons to give thanks. A campus-wide feast and celebration is held the Monday of Thanksgiving Week, so that all students can participate, especially in the charity food drive that embodies the spiritual awareness they've gained.
Dinner with the president at Lindsey Wilson College
At this four-year school in Columbia, Kentucky, Bill and Elise Luckey, the college president and his wife, host an enormous dinner for 60 or so (mostly international) students in their own house. They've been doing it since 1998 in order to entertain kids who'd otherwise have to fend for themselves, but behind the fun is a lot of work: last year's cooking involved "two 24-pound turkeys, a whole turkey breast, and two hams."
The Turkey Day Classic at Alabama State University
Now in its 89th year, the Turkey Day Classic between Alabama State and Tuskegee University is the oldest Classic (rivalry football games traditionally played Thanksgiving weekend) among black colleges, and one of the few in the nation still held on the holiday itself. This year's should be unique, as it will take place at ASU's new stadium, still under construction.
The March to Kreiderheim at Lebanon Valley College
This one doesn't happen quite every year, just if students at LVC in Annville, Pa., get lucky. When their Dutchmen beat rival Albright College from Reading, the fans gather (more than 400 of them last year, a quarter of the student body) to march to the college president's estate, Kreiderheim. Shouting "we want off," they demand classes be canceled the day before Thanksgiving, and (again, assuming an LVC win) the request is granted. Unfortunately, the Dutchmen lost 26-14 this year.
Food for Fines at Nazareth College
Despite the name, Nazareth College in Rochester, N.Y., has been nonsectarian since the 1970s, though it was founded by Catholic nuns in 1924. Each November they have an ingenious program, cosponsored by the Center for Spirituality, the Nursing Department, and the Campus Safety Department, called Food for Fines, in which the parking tickets of students, faculty, and staff are forgiven in exchange for nonperishable foods for Thanksgiving food baskets.
Try-Athlon at Loyola Marymount University
Lest we forget, Thanksgiving also kicks off the holiday weight-gain season. So at Loyola Marymount in Los Angeles, in the 20 days leading up to Turkey Day, students have a chance to participate in Try-Athlon, described as "a full Ironman competition spread over 20 days. The program, sponsored by the Burns Recreation Center, challenges students to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run 26.2 miles by Nov. 24."
Faculty serving students food at Arkansas State University
There's a 35-year-old Thanksgiving tradition at ASU in Jonesboro, Ark., where professors serve a buffet meal (cooked by the usual dining services staff) for students both domestic and international. Carving ham and turkey and ladling heaping helpings of sides is the faculty's way of showing appreciation to their students, with whom they then sit, socialize, and get stuffed. It's a great way to reinforce the idea that the campus is really one big family.


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EE and Three have confirmed they are working together on bringing better 4G connectivity to rural areas.
The mobile operators have long had a partnership after one part of the EE joint venture, T-Mobile, signed a network-sharing deal with Three in 2007, enabling shared infrastructure and customers to roam on to each others networks.
This network share has continued following the T-Mobile and Orange merger to create EE back in 2010.
This latest agreement will not be on such a grand scale, with no sharing of spectrum or antennae, and will not include investment in addition to the companies' pre-existing 4G budgets.
However, it will enable them to share the costs of backhaul and civil engineering for 4G sites in the most rural 20% of the UK where the return on investment is likely to be much lower.
When it comes to the switch on of 4G services, it will be up to each individual company when they do it and which equipment they use EE deploys Huawei networking gear, while Three has a deal with Samsung.
A spokeswoman from EE said: The new framework increases cost efficiencies as we continue our roll out of 4G to cover more than 90% of the UK population by the end of the year. This is part of our £1.5bn three-year investment to significantly differentiate the EE network in terms of the people we connect and the experience they receive.
We contacted Three for a statement but it had not returned our request at the time of publication.
EE was the first to market with 4G services after Ofcom allowed it to repurpose its existing spectrum allocation in 2012 to use it for the faster data offerings. Three, however, was the last of the major mobile operators to begin its roll-out and only started offering 4G in December 2013.
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The 'Les Miserables' actress debuts her platinum blonde hair, the former Disney darling styles her pixie tresses in spike do, and the 'Simple Life' star rocks gray hair to match her all-white dress.
The star-studded Punk: Chaos to Couture 2013 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday, May 6 was full of surprises. Not only did the celebrity guests go over the top with their dresses but some of them made quite an impression with their hairdos.
Anne Hathaway turned heads as she debuted her platinum blonde hair. Her pixie hair that was slicked back complimented her black vintage Valentino gown that gave a hint of side boobs with its sheer panels draped across both shoulders down to her waists.
Miley Cyrus was a stunner as well with her near-naked look. The former child actress rocked a long-sleeved black fish-net gown with a slinky nude underpinning. The young singer stayed true to the evening's punk theme by styling her short blonde tresses in a spike do.
Also standing out among the sea of Hollywood beauties was Nicole Richie. The reality TV star/socialite stole attention upon her arrival on the red carpet with her gray hair that matched her Topshop high-neck long sleeve fully embroidered column gown.
Sarah Jessica Parker made quite an entrance with her over-the-top headdresses. She became the punk-belle of the ball with a custom Philip Treacy headpiece that worked well with her paint-splattered, gold-leaf gown from the Giles Fall 2013 collection.
Even Jennifer Lawrence was so impressed by SJP's unique headpiece that she couldn't resist to cop a feel of it when she ran into the "Sex and the City" star. The "Silver Linings Playbook" actress herself looked elegant in a strapless black Christian Dior gown with black birdcage veil.
Kristen Stewart and Madonna were also present. The "Twilight Saga" leading lady looked ravishing in a maroon jumpsuit with lace details and plump effect, while the "W.E." director channeled her inner wild child in a pant-less outfit with ripped fishnet tights and a visible lace bra.


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It was a comedy orgy.
Everywhere I looked I was accosted by penis and vagina gags. And there was a lot. And like all good orgies (I'm told) there was screaming, uncontrolled snorting, a few titters, and more guilt and regret than an Irish Catholic family reunion.
The only thing missing was a safe word.
I embarked on a mini-marathon of comedy as part of the Fringe World, known as Freo Royale, because, well, I thought it would be funny.
And for the most part it was.
Three shows, five comedians and more than three hours of stand-up comedy.
First up was former Perth comedian Brendon Burns at the Fremantle Town Hall.
Burns has garnished a reputation on the comedy circuit over the last decade or so for his boisterous, aggressive and controversial stage shows.
The overt shouting, I'm told, is a result of Burn's not realising he'd been hard of hearing since childhood.
But when he started his routine talking about how Perth drivers can't merge, I immediately started eyeing off the exit.
The UK-based funnyman must've known his early gags might bomb, because two burly security guards had been cleverly placed on the only escape out of the building.
When Burns decided not to dip into the well of Perth cliché's, his straight-talking, fiercely personal-style of comedy can be engaging.
His yarn about politically incorrect car yard salesmen from the 1970's had the audience bent over in laughter.
But just when it looked like he had the crowd in the palm of his hand, he wielded out the dick and fanny jokes and even went on a lengthy boorish story about the fifth cycle of a woman's period. I have nothing against him using a woman's menstrual cycle in his routine, but it still has to be funny.
By the time we walked through the doors of the Buffalo Club for our second act of the evening, Jacques Barrett and Bryan O'Gorman, I was seriously regretting my decision to see comedians back-to-back.
But Barrett and O'Gorman have a unique tag-team format that keeps the show edgy, pacy and fresh.
The Buffalo Club is one of those classic working class clubs that has a weird mixture of daggy décor and artefacts that look like they were found on the side of the street.
The beer-soaked carpet - which looked like it had been there since Robert Menzies was in power - has these mountainous lumps in it, as if it was laid around the drunks that had passed out on the floor. And the bar flies that survived the carpet laying were still propping up the bar.
In his opening set, Barrett did remarkably well to deal with possibly the oldest heckler ever at a comedy gig. Before he had a chance to deliver his first gag, an aging, sloshed provocateur shouted out: "they should've put a band on tonight".
Barrett charmingly asked the man his name, before he waved the comedian away, saying he had to catch a bus.
Barrett's laid-back style of delivery was refreshing and original as he leapt from one story to another about love, marriage, body language, and working on cruise ships.
His impression of a coked-up Cuban comedian was the standout performance of the night.
His sparring partner O'Gorman plays the amiable stoner comedian with aplomb.
The Canadian comedian's routine about why he never wants a cat as a pet was hilarious.
"Living with a cat, is like living with a box of shit," he said.
"They are the furry demons from hell."
But again, when the audiences started shifting in their seats, the duo pulled out penis jokes again and again.
By the time we hit the Navy Club for 2 Joke Girls, I felt like one of those endurance runners who had become so delirious with fatigue, they think they are seeing unicorns and fairies.
2 Joke Girls is the first collaboration between local comedians Rachel Mills and Sian Choyce. The set is very loosely based around that cheesy American TV comedy 2 Broke Girls.
Again the set was flowing with male and female genitalia jokes, which left me gagging.
In the end, this night of comedy left me exhausted, sore and dare I say it, slightly flaccid.
But there were enough belly laughs there to still make it a pleasurable evening.