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Swatuk, L. A.; Rahm, D. (Elsevier, http://www.linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S1474706504001834, NaN, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: Botswana is generally regarded as an African success story. Nearly four decades of unabated economic growth, multi-party democracy, conservative decision-making and low-levels of corruption have made Botswana the darling of the international donor community. One consequence of rapid and sustained economic development is that water resources use and demands have risen dramatically in a primarily arid/semi-arid environment. Policy makers recognize that supply is limited and that deliberate steps must be taken to manage demand. To this end, and in line with other members of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), Botswana devised a National Water Master Plan (NWMP) and undertook a series of institutional and legal reforms throughout the 1990s so as to make water resources use more equitable, efficient and sustainable. In other words, the stated goal is to work toward Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in both policy and practice. However, policy measures have had limited impact on de facto practice. This paper reflects our efforts to understand the disjuncture between policy and practice. The information presented here combines a review of primary and secondary literatures with key informant interviews. It is our view that a number of constraints—cultural, power political, managerial—combine to hinder efforts toward sustainable forms of water resources use. If IWRM is to be realized in the country, these constraints must be overcome. This, however, is no small task. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/405 Files in this item: 1
Swatuk_PCE_2004.pdf (1.142Mb) -
Gwebu, T.D. (Taylor & Francis (Routledge), http://jir.ucsur.pitt.edu/, NaN, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: Based on the intergenerational wealth flows conceptual framework, this paper investigates how the AIDS pandemic threatens to disrupt the transfer of resources between generations by using a typical low income urban area in sub-Saharan Africa as a case study. It explores the everyday living conditions of orphans, their guardians, and the primary home caregivers, with the intention of gaining a deeper insight into their current and future life chances, as a result of parental morbidity and mortality due to HIV/AIDS. The research employs a qualitative methodology and relies on documentary information from secondary sources. Short- and long-term recommendations on how to mitigate the negative impacts of HIV/AIDS on wealth transfers among the affected populations are suggested based on the study findings. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/1019 Files in this item: 1
Gwebu_JIR_2008.pdf (1.160Mb) -
Kalabamu, F.T. (Elsevier Science Ltd. http://www.elsevier.com/locate/landusepol, NaN, 2000)[more][less]
Abstract: Since attainment of independence, almost every country in East and Southern Africa has introduced some kind of land reform aimed at reconciling indigenous land tenure practices and those introduced by colonial regimes. The reforms have centred on modi"cation of tenurial rules on access, ownership, administration and transfer of land rights coupled with land redistribution and/or restitution in some countries. With the exception of a few countries, such as Botswana, land reforms have largely remained on statute books with little to show on the ground. The paper gives an overview of land reforms in East and Southern Africa, taking Botswana as a case study. It notes that although Botswana has largely been successful in implementing land reforms, it is currently experiencing land tenure problems, especially in peri-urban settlements and inner city low-income areas, despite government's enhanced control over local land administrative structures. The paper ends with suggestions on how to contain the current problems. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/1134 Files in this item: 1
Kalabamu_LUP_2000.pdf (1.757Mb) -
Gwebu, T.D. (Taylor & Francis Ltd, http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/cepe, NaN, 2002)[more][less]
Abstract: In sub-Saharan Africa, communal land resource utilization and management has reflected changes in sociocultural belief systems, population dynamics, and modes of societal administration and regulation. This paper, based on archival evidence, attempts to substantiate this assumption through an illustrative case study on biomass depletion around large settlements in Botswana. It also suggests that a revisit to certain traditional institutional and sociocultural practices on natural resource management might provide useful insights towards the sustainable utilization of wood resources. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/959 Files in this item: 1
Gwebu_EPE_2002.pdf (597.0Kb) -
Atlhopheng, J.R.; Ekosse, G. I. E. (Bioline http://www.bioline.org, NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: A mineralogical investigation of duricrust suites in Letlhakeng valley, and five pans around Jwaneng in Botswana was undertaken in order to know the mineral assemblages and infer on their landscape formation. In Letlhakeng, duricrusts comprised calcretes, silcretes and ferricretes. Calcretes were dominated by the minerals: calcite, quartz and to a lesser extent dolomite. Silcrete mineralogy was dominated by quartz, opal, and some occurrences of palygorskite, microcline and rutile. The intermediate forms of cal-silcretes yielded quartz, muscovite, and kaolinite. Ferricretes occurred on an area of the valley capping, with minerals dominated by goethite and haematite. The indurates are believed to have been formed through groundwater mechanisms. The general lowering of the valley, led to precipitation of the duricrusts. The pans were dominated by calcrete and silcrete only. The calcretes mineralogy was mainly calcite, dolomite and quartz. Illite-montmorillonite and sepiollite were also present. Samples of pan clay floor, other than being dominated by calcite, dolomite and quartz, also had sepiollite ferrian. Pans and valleys are accumulation sites, with polygenetic modes of genesis. The duricrusts have undergone several alterations throughout time. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/679 Files in this item: 1
Atlhopheng_JASEM_2007.pdf (494.4Kb) -
Meck, M.L.; Atlhopheng, J.; Masamba, W.R.L.; Ringrose, S.; Diskin, S. (Bentham Open, http://www.benthamscience.com/open/tomj/index.htm, NaN, 2011)[more][less]
Abstract: This study set out to establish the major minerals at Dorowa and determine which of those are likely to host metals that may leach into surface and groundwater. This study comes after a preliminary assessment of the water quality in the Save River downstream of the Dorowa phosphate mine in Zimbabwe showed an increase in conductivity, iron content, manganese content, nitrates and hardness when compared to those taken before the mining area. X-Ray Diffractometry (XRD) was used to establish the major minerals at Dorowa whilst Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP- MS) was used to establish the chemistry of the rocks. The results from this study show that the major minerals in the rocks around Dorowa are feldspars, pyroxenes, apatite, magnetite and calcite. The metals hosted by the rocks include Ag, As, Be, Cd, Co, Cu, Pb, Hg, Ni, Sb, Se and Zn. The study concludes that the minerals likely to host metals are calcite and apatite. Metal hosting is higher in apatite minerals than in calcite. Metal hosting by the other minerals observed in the study area is low. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/1109 Files in this item: 1
Atlhopheng_OMJ_2011.pdf (848.6Kb) -
Meck, M.L.; Masamba, W.R.L.; Atlhopheng, J.; Ringrose, S. (Elsevier Science Ltd, http://www.elsevier.com/locate/pce, NaN, 2011)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of the study was to investigate the role played by the natural environment in protecting the transboundary Save River from the impacts of metals derived from phosphate mining at Dorowa. The study is a follow up study from a previous one that noted that there is natural attenuation at Dorowa. Water and sediment samples were collected in the Save River and the streams that drain the Dorowa dumps. Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP–MS) was used to analyze the cations (Na+, K+, Ca2+, Mg2+, Cu2+, Co2+, Fe2+, Ni2+, Zn2+, Pb2+, Sn2+, Mn2+, Cd2+) in the samples. Major anions Cl , SO2 4 and NO 3 were analyzed by standard chromatography whilst CO2 3 and HCO 3 were determined by titration. pH was measured on site. Geochemical modeling of the water composition was conducted with Visual Minteq. The results show that natural attenuation is being achieved through precipitation of solids from the water and subsequent deposition onto the sediments. Six of the metals are almost completely precipitated (Cu 99.99%, Fe 99.39%, Ni 91.24%, Pb 99.87%, Sn 99.99% and Zn 88.66%). However Mn, Co and Cd remain in solution. Thus the natural environment is protecting the Save River which is a transboundary river from the impacts of mining through precipitation of the metals. Users downstream of Dorowa mine are therefore not being affected by mining pollution. This study demonstrates that besides being a legitimate and important user of water, the natural environment can also play a significant role in protecting water quality by attenuating metals naturally. By analyzing costs incurred in several places where alternative methods are employed to remediate metal related pollution the study concludes that natural remediation at Dorowa is saving the nation in environmental costs. Therefore the paper advocates for appreciation of the role that the natural environment plays in protecting ecosystems from the impact of human developments and environmental costs. Subsequently, this calls for recognition of natural environment's role in water resources management for the sustenance of ecosystems and peoples livelihoods. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/963 Files in this item: 1
Atlhopheng_PCE_2011.pdf (630.3Kb) -
Hambira, W.L. (Elsevier, http://www.elsevier.com/wps/find/journaldescription.cws_home/413/description#description, NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Natural Resource Accounting (NRA) has become an important environmental/natural resources management tool in recent years. It provides information on stocks of a resource available at a particular point in time and what activities the resource is being used for. The conventional System of National Income Accounts (SNA) normally does not capture the cost of depletion, degradation or pollution of natural resources. This encourages unsustainable use of natural resources since the costs are not reflected when assessing the country's economic performance or development progress. NRA is thus an attempt to integrate environmental issues into the conventional national accounts. The water sector is one sector that could greatly benefit from this natural resource management tool. Botswana has adopted NRA as a natural resource management tool and has so far developed accounts for minerals, livestock and water. The focus of this paper is on Water Accounting (WA) in relation to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). IWRM is concerned with coordinated development and management of water in order to maximise economic and social welfare without compromising the sustainability of ecosystems. WA helps fill data gaps since it provides the required information for IWRM to be achieved. The aim of this paper therefore is to evaluate the Water Accounts of Botswana Report of 2006 to determine the extent to which it can contribute to integrated water resources management. The paper is based on literature review and the results show that: the available water stocks vary depending on rainfall patterns, well fields are over utilised, there has been growth in consumption, and more than 80% of the waste water produced is not being put to use. These results calls for changes in policies, role of institutions and practices pertaining to water resources management which is what IWRM is all about hence the paper concludes that indeed WA can contribute to the realisation of IWRM. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/283 Files in this item: 1
Ntshwene, K.; Kashiwagi, J.; Kashiwagi, D. (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors http://www.rics.org/site/download_feed.aspx?fileID=5042&fileExtension=PDF, NaN, 2009)[more][less]
Abstract: The traditional contracting/delivery system in Botswana, introduced by the US, UK, and European educators, consultants, and practitioners, has not been working well in Botswana. The poor project delivery system results have forced the organization of a new group, the Government Implementation Coordination Group (GICO) to attempt to solve the problems. In the fall of 2008, the University of Botswana (UB), through the US State Department sponsored Fulbright program, brought professor Kashiwagi, and the best value Performance Information Procurement System (PIPS) technology, the Information Measurement Theory (IMT), and the Industry Structure Analysis to the UB project management section. This paper proposes that the client's professional representative requires a new, more effective role. The role includes using performance information, transforming the client's expectations into a design/construction intent by using expert vendors, ensuring the vendors manage and minimize the risk that they do not control, outsourcing the technical responsibilities, and doing quality assurance instead of quality control. This paradigm will minimize project risk, maximize project value, and increase the professionalism of project management, construction management, and quantity surveyors. These concepts will be tested on three test projects in Botswana. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/473 Files in this item: 1
Ntshwene_COBRA_2009.pdf (1.344Mb) -
Aranibar, J.N.; Otter, L.; Macko, S.A.; Feral, C.J.W.; Epstein, H.E.; Dowty, P.R.; Eckardt, F.; Shugart, H.H.; Swap, R.J. (Blackwell Publishing, January 1, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: Nitrogen (N) cycling was analyzed in the Kalahari region of southern Africa, where a strong precipitation gradient (from 978 to 230mm mean annual precipitation) is the main variable affecting vegetation. The region is underlain by a homogeneous soil substrate, the Kalahari sands, and provides the opportunity to analyze climate effects on nutrient cycling. Soil and plant N pools, 15N natural abundance (d15N), and soil NO emissions were measured to indicate patterns of N cycling along a precipitation gradient. The importance of biogenic N2 fixation associated with vascular plants was estimated with foliar d15N and the basal area of leguminous plants. Soil and plant N was more 15N enriched in arid than in humid areas, and the relation was steeper in samples collected during wet than during dry years. This indicates a strong effect of annual precipitation variability on N cycling. Soil organic carbon and C/N decreased with aridity, and soil N was influenced by plant functional types. Biogenic N2 fixation associated with vascular plants was more important in humid areas. Nitrogen fixation associated with trees and shrubs was almost absent in arid areas, even though Mimosoideae species dominate. Soil NO emissions increased with temperature and moisture and were therefore estimated to be lower in drier areas. The isotopic pattern observed in the Kalahari (15N enrichment with aridity) agrees with the lower soil organic matter, soil C/N, and N2 fixation found in arid areas. However, the estimated NO emissions would cause an opposite pattern in d15N, suggesting that other processes, such as internal recycling and ammonia volatilization, may also affect isotopic signatures. This study indicates that spatial, and mainly temporal, variability of precipitation play a key role on N cycling and isotopic signatures in the soil–plant system. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/577 Files in this item: 1
ARANIBAR2004NITROGEN CYCLING.pdf (2.135Mb) -
Meck, M.L.; Atlhopheng, J.; Masamba, W.R.L.; Ringrose, S. (Elsevier Science Ltd, http://www.elsevier.com/locate/pce, NaN, 2010)[more][less]
Abstract: The study set out to determine the weathering and dissolution of metal hosting minerals at Dorowa for purposes of deducing pollution potential to the nearby Save River. Phosphate rock is mined at Dorowa for the production of phosphate fertilizer. The major minerals found in the ring complex are feldspars, pyroxenes, apatite, magnetite and calcite. Chemical analysis established that the rocks are associated with metals that include copper, lead, zinc, cobalt, nickel, tin and cadmium. Among the many minerals present apatite and calcite host metals more than the other minerals due to their crystal structure. This study investigated the weathering and dissolution of these two minerals. Both apatite and calcite dissolve in natural environmental conditions prevalent at Dorowa. From the analysis the study concludes that the potential availability of metals trapped in the calcite and apatite structures is high. The understanding of weathering and dissolution of metal hosting minerals is important in predicting quality of water around the study area, because most villagers use the Save River as their primary drinking water source. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/1021 Files in this item: 1
Atlhopheng_PCE_2010.pdf (758.1Kb) -
Gwebu, T.D. (Springer http://www.springerlink.com/index/3NU5AFH2F999FM9P.pdf -, NaN, 2003)[more][less]
Abstract: Based on government and other relevant documentation, this paper explores the conceptual linkage between population, development, and waste management in Botswana and the implications of this relationship for global climate change. Population is increasing, albeit at a decreasing rate. Spatially, the population is becoming more and more concentrated as the rates and level of urbanization increase. Economic growth has remained consistently high. The combined effect of population dynamics and economic development are having a noticeable imprint on the environment in the form of increased waste generation. Poor waste management poses a real threat to environmental sustainability in general and climate change in particular because of inadequate technology, weak institutional mechanisms to enforce regulations, and low levels of sensitization among the public to deal with the problem. Mitigation measures are suggested to minimize the negative effects of waste management on climate change. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/478 Files in this item: 1
Gwebu_EM_2003.pdf (459.8Kb) -
Mbaiwa, J.E.; Toteng, E.N.; Moswete, N. (Taylor & Francis (Routledge), http://www.informaworld.com/smpp/title~content=t713413745, December NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper draws on the tourism system framework to examine the problems and prospects of urban tourism in Gaborone and Maun, Botswana. These are young centres that have a growing number of tourist attractions, facilities and services that could promote urban tourism. The findings of this study, based on both secondary and primary data sources, indicate that urban tourism in Botswana is relatively undeveloped because there is no substantial domestic market, tourist attractions in urban centres are poorly developed and marketed, and city development plans and the national tourism policy are not integrated. The study concludes that, for tourism to become a viable economic sector in the country, urban tourism should be integrated into Botswana's tourism policy and city planning. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/1020 Files in this item: 1
Mbaiwa_DSA_2007.pdf (1.060Mb) -
Moleele, N.M.; Mainah, J. (Elsevier http://www.linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0140196302910992, NaN, 2003)[more][less]
Abstract: The Kalahari ecosystem is characterized by natural resource conflicts and land-use pressure resulting from intensification of human activities. This paper addresses three issues of concern associated with the Kalahari ecosystem resource management: (i) the major land-use/land cover shifts in the Kalahari ecosystem since 1970 and the resulting pattern in vegetation species composition, cover and density; (ii) the possible explanations for the observed shifts; and (iii) the possible resource conflicts likely to arise. Data collection involved the comparison of two sets of panchromatic photographs along two transects (Hukunsti–Ngwatle and Tshane–Tsabong) to study land-use/cover shifts that have occurred in the Kalahari ecosystem between 1971 and 1986. Secondly, the nature of possible conflicts resulting from population pressure and associated patterns of land-use was investigated by making observations on selected environmental variables along a 300km transect with diverse environments comprising different-sized settlements, vegetation communities and land-uses. Land-use/land cover shifts have occurred within the Kalahari ecosystem as evidenced by the two transects analysed in this paper. The main changes are the retreat of grass cover up to 18 kms from settlements and the increase in thorny and non-thorny woody encroachers closer to the settlements. In the Matsheng area, land-use/land cover gradients reflect marked differences in human pressure. For instance, while settlements (kraals/households) and fields around Tshane (smaller and dwindling settlement) have declined to 5% at the 4 km distance in 1986, these landuses account for 22?3% of land cover at 4 km around Hukuntsi (bigger and expanding village). Five major vegetation communities were identified using key plant species during the dry season. However, these communities do not have distinct land-use activities associated with them. Cattle densities were higher in communities found far away from settlements and water points where the grass cover was abundant. Cattle graze far from settlements to obtain quality fodder and trek to the water points around village pans or at cattle posts. There are no definite boundaries between vegetation communities and land-use activities, hence a lot of interaction between activities of these zones depends on the dispersion of resources. Shifts in land-use/cover changes can be accounted for by anthropogenic activities (arable agriculture, livestock grazing and human settlements) enhanced by natural factors like seasonal variations and prolonged droughts of the mid-1980s. It is argued in this paper that potential remedial measures include biosphere conservation areas, resource zoning and resource modeling plans to determine land suitability. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/411 Files in this item: 1
Moleele_JAE_2003.pdf (1.813Mb) -
Hamandawana, H.; Chanda, R.; Eckardt, F. (Taylor & Francis, http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/00207233.asp, NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper draws on archival information, anecdotal evidence from local communities, in situ observations during field investigation and multi-date remotely sensed satellite imagery. The authors investigated the role of human factors in the degradation of natural resources in and around the Okavango Delta. Their study concerned a period slightly in excess of 140 years between 1860 and 2001. Environmental changes in this sub-region appear to be the convergent outcome of interaction between natural and non-natural factors. A sustained decrease in rainfall appears to have instigated downward trends from a wide range of factors whose adverse effects were aggravated by human agency. The evidence points to progressive deterioration in the form of sustained contraction of surface water sources and grazing resources. Mistakes of the past need to be avoided by formulating appropriately informed human response and adaptation strategies. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/279 Files in this item: 1
Nsinamwa, M.; Sebego, R.J. (Botswana College of Agriculture, http://www.bca.bw/Research/bojaasBca/InstructionToAuthors.htm, NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Grasses and forbs in Southern Africa have been understudied in terms of species richness and factor that affect diversity patterns. To gain a better understanding of factors affecting patterns of herbaceous plant species seedbank around water points, six boreholes ( three in each land zone) were randomly selected for sampling. Top soil layers of 20cm depth were sampled from six boreholes at distances of 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1500, and 3000m ( the Piosphere approach) in fenced and unfenced plots to determine the density and composition of the seedbank. The samples were allowed to germinate in the growth tray (10 x 15 x 8cm³) under controlled conditions (temperature, moisture) in a green house followed by daily counting of seedlings. Herbaceous plant species diversity was analyzed by using Simpson's diversity index. Analysis of varience on herbaceous species diversity was determined using the SAS software. Herbaceous plant community clustering was determined by using TWINSPAN, a FORTRAN programme. Significant (p=0.0001) germination variants were observed along the distance from livestock watering points. Most grass seedlings recorded germinated from soil samples obtained from from fenced plots, while less than 40% of the forb seedlings were. Most of the forbs species were recorded within 400m from the water points and that soils closer to water points also contained grass seeds despite the level of degradation and /or trampling. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/313 Files in this item: 1
Mbaiwa, J.E. (Channel view publications, http://www.multilingual-matters.net/jtc/default.htm, NaN, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: The objective of this article is to assess the socio-cultural impacts of tourism development in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. This paper largely relied on the research work and reports by the author in the Okavango Delta from 1998 to 2004. In all instances, both primary and secondary data sources were used. However, much of the paper is based on the results of a survey carried out between April 2001 and July 2002. Findings indicate that tourism development in the Okavango Delta has both positive and negative socio-cultural impacts. Some of the positive socio-cultural impacts include income generation and employment opportunities from both community-based tourism projects and safari companies, infrastructure development such as airport and airstrips, tarred roads, hotels, lodges and camps, the improvement of social services such as banking, health, telecommunications and access to electricity. The negative socio-cultural impacts include enclave tourism, racism, relocation of traditional communities, breaking up of the traditional family structure, increase in crime, prostitution, the adoption of the Western safari style of dressing and a traditionally unacceptable 'vulgar' language by young people. This article argues that tourism needs to be sensitive to local cultural norms and beliefs for it to be accepted by local people and promote sustainable development. This is possible if all the stakeholders (government, operators and local people) collaborate in policy formulation, implementation and monitoring. This can minimise the negative cultural impacts and instead promote the positive. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/311 Files in this item: 1
Shaikh, M.; Moleele, N.; Ekosse, G.I.E.; Totolo, O.; Atlhopheng, J. (JASEM http://www.ajol.info/index.php/jasem/article/view/43693/27216, June NaN, 2006)[more][less]
Abstract: Since 1988 Botswana has been experiencing an unprecedented increase in vehicular traffic which is suspected to be having contamination effects on soils along heavily used roads in the country. This study aimed at understanding the contamination trends of heavy metals on soils due to vehicular emissions. The soil physicochemistry (bulk density, particle size distribution, pH, electrical conductivity and cation exchange capacity), mineralogy (using x-ray diffraction techniques) and heavy metals (Cd, Pb, Cu and Zn) concentrations were determined for soil samples obtained along the roadside at 2m, 4m, 6m and 100 m of the Gaborone – Tlokweng Emigration/Immigration Boarder Post Road, which is one of the busiest in the country. Bulk density of soil samples were from 1.19 to 1.4; and sand, loamy sand and sandy loam textural classes constituted the soil samples. The soil pH was from 5.09 to 8.57; the EC ranged from 6.27 μS cm-1to 20.3 27 μS cm-1 and the CEC values were from 10.2 meq100g-1 to 27.2 meq100g-1. Clay minerals were identified in the samples as well as feldspar and quartz. The concentration levels for Pb were from 0 mgkg-1 to 71 mgkg-1; Zn were from 5.23 mgkg-1 to 51.26 mgkg-1 ; Cu were from 0.3 mgkg-1 to 18.1 mgkg-1 and Cd 0 mgkg-1 to 2.4 mgkg-1 . The interplay of soil physico-chemistry and mineralogy on heavy metals concentrations is discussed. Although levels of heavy metals concentrations fell below normal ranges, the values obtained were generally higher than those from some developed and developing countries. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/361 Files in this item: 1
Shaikh_JASEM_2006.pdf (1.018Mb) -
Mosweu, S. (Academic Journals, http://www.academicjournals.org/SRE, NaN, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: The distribution of selected soil properties, selected woody vegetation properties, and land use in a lunette dune-pan system were investigated in the Sekoma area, which is located within the IGBP Kalahari Transect (KT) in Botswana. KT was established by the IGBP for studies focusing on both regional and global environmental changes. The study showed that the lunette dune-pan system exhibited substantial spatial heterogeneity in the distribution of the selected soil attributes. This limited the extent to which variation in the investigated vegetation characteristics could be explained on the basis of soil resources distribution. Encroacher plant species were found to be prevalent in the sites that were subjected to higher land use pressure. The study concluded that land use, particularly browsing, was the principal environmental driver and had precedence over the distribution of the selected soil attributes in relation to woody plant properties in the lunette dune-pan system. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/964 Files in this item: 1
Mosweu_SRE_2008.pdf (783.3Kb) -
Mmopelwa, G.; Kgathi, D.L.; Molefhe, L. (Elsevier http://www.linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0261517706001440, NaN, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Moremi game reserve (MGR) in northern Botswana is one of southern Africa's most popular destination because of its impressive wildlife and wilderness areas. To maintain the wilderness nature of the park and game reserve, the Government has pursued a policy of high cost-low volume which is not necessarily based on demand and supply characteristics of the tourist market. The present study determines the perceptions of self-drive tourists and clients of mobile tour operators on the prevailing park fees in MGR and uses the contingent valuation method to determine their willingness to pay (WTP) for park fees under a management scenario in which the management of the game reserve would be improved by a hypothetical international conservation organization. Data collection involved a self-fill of a questionnaire by these tourists in the game reserve. In the first scenario the mean entrance and camping suggested by nonresidents was higher than the prevailing fee. Residents suggested a lower entrance fee. In the hypothetical scenario, the mean maximum WTP for entrance and camping fee for South African and overseas tourists were higher than in the first scenario. There was a significant difference in the WTP for entrance fee between overseas tourists and South African tourists (p<0.05). Overall expenditure was significantly related to the WTP for increased park fees. The paper concludes by suggesting improvement in the MGR's facilities for better satisfaction of tourists. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10311/481 Files in this item: 1
Mmopelwa_TM_2007.pdf (1.545Mb)


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What Would God Think of My Resume?
I've been hiring people since taking my current job almost a year ago. Which means I look at lots of resumes. Hundreds probably.
Yesterday I was reading through one, circling things that stood out, and I realized how different my perception of the person probably was than their own. There was a list of accomplishments: dean's list, research assistant, cum laude, published research paper, etc.
But I didn't circle any of these.
Because they don't matter to me. I circled things like what kind of equipment they had used, what kind of tests they can run, and which computer programs they are experienced with.
I always wonder what they're thinking when they come in for an interview and I don't ask one question about the things they think are most important. And then I tell them it's OK if they don't understand or know how to do some things, because I can teach them. I'm more interested in them as a person.
They must have a moment of realization where they see it's not really about what they think it is. It's really about finding out if they're prepared for the work I need them to do.
But then I thought that's what it must be like for God.
We all come to Him with our pious lists of accomplishments, whether consciously or not. We conduct our lives and prayers like an already anointed son or daughter of God. Maybe because we tithe, give to the poor, or go to church, and we feel rather good about those things.
What if I sent my resume to God?
I picture God sitting across from me.
I'm waiting on Him to ask about all the good things I've done.
All the volunteer hours, tithing, and working on my marriage, are on the tip of my tongue.
But when He speaks He asks if I've done these things because I believe. He's not interested in my acts alone, though He is happy with them. He tells me of His grace and how it doesn't matter what's on my resume of faith. Those things aren't salvation in and of themselves. He says it's OK if I don't understand it all, because He can teach me.
He just wants to know if I'm ready to do the work He set aside for me.
He's interested in the why, not the what.
He is more interested in me as a person than my list of good deeds.
Because it's our faith that will save us by His grace.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. Eph 2:8-9
What I can't forget though, is that He doesn't need me to fill the job. Don't get me wrong, He longs for me to take the job I've been called into. But if I don't, He won't suffer. His Cause won't stumble. His Glory will still be made known.
But I will suffer.
If I don't fill the spot, someone else will. But I will lead a wandering, pointless life apart from God.
And that's not somewhere I want to work.
Do you find yourself thinking too highly of your actions?
Grayson blogs at www.aparchedsoul.com.

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By John Phong, posted: May 31I had been with T-Mobile for 4 years and I never had any major trouble. I have had phone problems but that is because of the phone itself. Customer service and reps have been good to me. BUT I am fed up with the contract and the price. I have found a company that uses the same exact service and shares the same towers as T-Mobile but I pay $49 for unlimited everything and I have 4gb data, not the 500 MB T-Mobile is offering on their $50 no contract unlimited deal. Also I have as much data as their $70 plan. I use to have only 2.5gb now I have 4gb no contract and I love it! please email me firstname.lastname@example.com and I can help you do the same! - 1.3 overall
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By Rob612, posted: May 15I was told by two reps that I would receive a pro-rated bill when I cancelled my service. However, they charged the full amount for just one week's worth of service. Customer service asked me to return to T-Mobile and at the same time refused to negotiate a fair, pro-rated bill. In my opinion, their billing practices are misleading and they don't seem to care about the customer. - 1.0 overall
T-Mobile is horrible. They never stand behind their promises or their product.
By Richard Avant, posted: May 10I have been with T-Mobile for 10 years. They sold me a phone that I had to pay full retail. When it didn't work properly they told me to wait for the update. They told me I should wait past their 14 day grace period and it will fix the problem. I waited and did the update and it still did not fix the problem. They told me it was my problem.I would not recommend this company to anyone. - 1.0 overall
BBB F rating for Tmobile
By mrmike1965, posted: May 1Reason for Rating BBB rating is based on 16 factors. Get the details about the factors considered. Factors that lowered T-Mobile's rating include: 32767 complaints filed against business Failure to respond to 10 complaints filed against business. On August 7, 2012, BBB recognized a pattern of complaints from consumers alleging product deficiencies and/or misleading sales tactics. Consumers claim upon purchasing a new phone, the reception as well as the quality of the phone itself is poor. Consumers claim once they return the phone and receive confirmation that T-Mobile received it, they are charged for the cost of the phone. Consumers also allege T-Mobile's representatives offer less expensive phone plans that include additional features, but consumers are then charged for using those features even though they were advertised as included in the package. Consumers claim when they try to add the services that were advertised as included, the company says the plan does not offer those services and the consumers need to upgrade, which increases the cost of the plan. Consumers further allege they are charged for third-party features they have not requested or used. Consumers claim upon calling T-Mobile with questions or concerns about their plans, the company demonstrates poor customer service and places consumers on hold for long periods of time. Consumers further allege T-Mobile's representatives promise certain plans and discounts; however upon receiving their first bill, consumers realize they are being charged for a plan and price that was not agreed upon. Consumers claim when they call the company to fix the discrepancy, there is no way to verify what was promised, as notes in the company's system are contrary to what was agreed upon or are non existent. BBB recommends consumers review in detail any contract before signing, and to get any verbal promises in writing. - 1.0 overall
Fed-up with T-Mobile
By talonloady, posted: Apr 28After 12 years of being a faithful customer of T-Mobile I can no longer put up with their lack of Customer Service and lack of concern for their customers in General. I have been screwed by this company for the last time! Truly Pathetic mobile phone company - 1.0 overall
T Mobile just like the other 3
By Jerryz, posted: Apr 24I have used Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile over the past 12 years. Look at all the complaints for the 4 companies on this website. All 4 lack great customer service, They all have service problems at one point or another, they are all after more and more money and if we switch, well, they get more money. If people are getting great service, they love their company. All 4 companies have those people. If people are not getting great service, they hate their company. All 4 companies have those people as well. What we have failed to learn is that we created these monsters because we want more and more, faster and faster, now, now, now. These companies don't care because as soon as you drop service and switch, someone is switching back to one of the other 3. It is a cycle and they are all in it together. Think about it. If you owned one of these companies, wouldn't you fix the billing issues, the customer care issues, the phone issues, give discounts to your loyal customers etc.etc. These companies just don't care because if they don't get the money from me or you they will get it from someone else. It is estimated there are almost 300 million devices with contracts with these 4 companies at an average of $80 per line. That is over $24 BILLION per month collectively. THAT'S WHY THEY DON'T CARE, PERIOD. If each customer kept their current provider but found a way to reduce services by about $20 per month per device, it would take from their pockets approximately 6 BILLION $$ per month collectively. Think that would open their eyes and make them change. We should try it. - 1.0 overall
T-mobile sucks
By anej, posted: Apr 24 - updated: Apr 24Their customer service is horrible.... before I bought a full price phone they said all it takes to unlock it is one phone call and that was one rep on the phone and one at store.... Long story short I got the phone and I`m leaving in two day for a longer period of time so I need my phone with me but they cannot process my request and leave me without a device even though I`m paying the $500 for it. Their excuse was that their reps don`t know the policy and their genius manager suggested I use skype over wi`fi for my call for over a month... ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!? Well, let me suggest you something - take your stupid phone back because I`m done with Tmobile - 1.7 overall
By Karen Walton, posted: Apr 23I have been with T-Mobile like somewhere 10-11+ years. They sold their at Home Phone lines for $10 a months. I have had these plans for a extended period of time and they have quit working. I use these phones for my business from home. Now my customers have not been able to call me for TWO WEEKS. I might as well have closed my small business. In addition; they no longer sell the products to support the service. T-Mobile could have sent out letters when they decieded to no longer service those lines with parts. They say they will give you tech support however if your router is broke here are your choice's they tell you to do: A) Buy from Amazon, Craigs List or Ebay. B) Change your phone plan into a expense cell phone service line or C) Just take your business somewhere else. (i.e.-If you dont like it). These are the things I have been told. We didn't they send out letters if they no longer choose to support you?????? I geuss since they probably just weren't making enough money with the program it was easier just to try and dump us by forcing you to take your business elsewhere. I tried to get them to change the phone into a cell phone for just a few days however they said they could not do this without charging me lots of money. I told them how loyal I have been but it does not matter. I asked if they would like to be put out of business for 2 weeks while you hunt down a router to buy from the internet but they don't really care. Loyality means nothing to these crooks. Thinking of taking my business to other carriers. Any suggestions? I have 7 phone lines with them but this still means nothing to them. - 1.0 overall
Idiots - liars - WORST customer service
By Lone Wolf, posted: Apr 21I have been trying to pre order my HTC One said it became available on gee tmobile web site. The process sounded simple enough. $99 down then $20 a month for two years. As a web special you get a free cat kit. I have called tmobile countless times and been told different stories on each contact. The stories have ranged from a known system issue that will be resolved shortly to existing customers are not eligible for this offer to my personal favorite that we first needed to change my rate plan and that would resolve the issue. Keep in mind that the first step in three upgrade process is to select your rate plan. I can understand that front line agents are not always the most knowledgeable and educated individuals. Knowing this I quickly escalated to cancellations. Cancellations is supposed to be their very best representatives and equipped to resolve and save customer face. All I can say is my experience with each off them was more infuriating. Out of all the lies that poured from their mouths was one that flat out lied staying he would call on a specific day and time. No worries folks, I want holding my breath for that one. Where do they get these people. After telling this rep that I was overtures, frustrated and in a fowl mood he had the audacity to tell me how wonderful he was doing. To finalize the situation: RUN! If you have any other carrier that works in your area check them out. Not only does tmobile not offer handset discounts to long time customers bit they no longer anything resembling quality customer service. I have worked in customer service for over 15 years and have never encountered this level of service or the lack there of. W.E.H. Rockford OK.


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Hotel in Atlantic City near Steel Pier
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On the beach and boardwalk, Home to the House of Blues and 9 dining and entertainment experiences, Showboat is where Bourbon Street meets the Boardwalk.
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At Showboat Atlantic City recreational amenities include a health club, a fitness facility, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The hotel also provides a casino, a nightclub, and a restaurant.
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In addition to premium bedding and air conditioning, guestrooms feature wireless Internet access (surcharge). Bathrooms come with shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and handheld showers.
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On the beach and boardwalk, Home to the House of Blues and 9 dining and entertainment experiences, Showboat is where Bourbon Street meets the Boardwalk.This 1329 room resort is artfully themed after New Orleans Mardi Gras and even delights guests with an indoor Mardi Gras Parade. Offering guests an array of dining and nightlife choices as well as a 3500 square foot luxury spa.Showboat is the proud home to the famous House of Blues Music Hall, a legendary venue featuring world class entertainment, the three level night spot Club Worship and of course the ultra chic Foundation Room.
- 24-hour front desk
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- ATM/banking
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- Self parking (surcharge)
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- Bar/lounge
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- Full-service health spa
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- Gift shops or newsstand
- Health club
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- Multilingual staff
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- Total number of rooms - 1329
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- Porter/bellhop
- Room service (24 hours)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
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- Swimming pool - outdoor seasonal
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Number of restaurants - 7
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Now open! Table 31's Chris Scarduzio has opened his second Jersey Shore eatery, a combination steakhouse and sushi lounge. The new venue encompasses a late night lounge with live entertainment, bottle service and small-plates fare. The contemporary décor offers the perfect setting for a memorable evening. Come get acquainted with your new favorite restaurant!
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The HOB Restaurant features a distinctive American menu with influences from the Pacific Rim in an exotic décor with French-carved mahogany, Oriental carpets and intimate booths.
Canal Street Bread & Sandwich Company offers gourmet crepes, pan pizza, healthy salads, sandwiches and desserts.
Casa di Napoli boasts a lively atmosphere with signature Italian dishes including brick oven pizza.
French Quarter Buffet features the dishes of New Orleans on the freshest buffet in Atlantic City as chefs prepare food right in front of your eyes.
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- Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Check-out time is noon
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Pets allowed, Pet policy - dogs only, Maximum number of pets per room 2
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
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- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in all public areas: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: USD 5 per day
- Valet parking fee: USD 10 per day
- Pet fee: USD 50 per room, per night
- Deposit: USD 100 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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- This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.
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Showboat Vive Day Spa Offer
Book a Spirit Airline + Hotel package between now and December 31, 2013 for travel within the same dates and receive a voucher for a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Swedish Massage worth $99 per person.
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Alumni Chapters and Events
Local chapters provide a great way to socialize with old friends and meet other alumni. Chapters also help with student recruitment, assist alumni new to their community and encourage local support for Evangel.
- Establishing a Chapter
How do I establish a local chapter in my community?
Invite alumni in your area to an organizational meeting. Agree on a constitution and elect officers. A sample constitution that can be adapted to meet your chapter needs is available.
How can I find all of the alumni in my area?
The Alumni Office has a list of alumni who live in your zip code area and nearby zip code areas. Contact the office for this list. If the list does not include all of the areas in your community, or if it covers too broad an area, the Alumni Office will adjust it.
How should I contact the alumni in my area?
You can let people know about the organizational meeting by telephone or through local churches. If you would like to communicate by mail, the Alumni Office will help you prepare the initial mailing and pay the postage.
What kind of organizational meeting should I have?
Many chapters have found these are most successful when conducted at the same time as another event. In Houston, for example, a brief organizational meeting was held at an all-alumni picnic. The Kansas City Chapter organizational meeting occurred at an alumni get-together before an Evangel University basketball game at a local college. The less formal, the better.
How do I get the Alumni Board to approve the constitution for our local chapter?
Contact the Alumni Office and arrange to have the matter placed on the agenda for the next Alumni Board meeting. The board meetings usually occur twice a year. Although the Alumni Board has the authority to approve or reject local chapters, no one has been turned down yet.
Once we have established a local chapter, what kinds of events should we plan?
Plan events that will work well in your community and accomplish the goals outlined. Remember that one of those goals is to provide an opportunity for social interaction among alumni in your area. The possibilities to accomplish that goal are virtually unlimited.
What kinds of service projects would help the University or its alumni?
The possibilities are almost endless. The Tulsa Chapter hosts an ice cream social where prospective students and their families can meet a recruiter. The Kansas City Chapter is organizing a program to link a prospective student with local alumni in the field of study the student is considering. In addition to these types of projects, your chapter might want to set up a program to help alumni new to your community feel welcome, become acquainted, or find a home church.
How big should local chapter events or projects be?
A successful event or project doesn't depend on "how big" or "how many" are involved. Instead, measure the success of a project or event by these tests:
- Have we supported the University or our fellow alumni?
- Have we had fun?
Helpful Hints
- Invite your alumni to sporting events, potluck picnics, ice cream socials, church gatherings or EU orchestra or choir concerts.
- Have everyone bring a book of stamps to a meeting to pay for mailings.
- Have a tailgate party at professional or Evangel athletic events.
- Remember a big turnout is not the goal, but rather fun, fellowship and support.
- Call other chapter presidents … they've been there.
- Start with one or two activities a year.
- Rely on the Alumni Office for notification of alumni in your area.
- Call new alums in your area.
Save the date: Homecoming 2014 is scheduled for Oct. 9-11
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3/16/13 | 6 p.m. | Cost $25 |
The J. Paul Getty Museum
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1200 Getty Center Drive Los Angeles, California 90049 |
Schedule: 10 a.m. Getty opens Free admission ($15 parking fee) 4 p.m. Special private tour (limited to 30 people) 6 p.m. Dinner at restaurant located on the Northwest side of museum Purchase tickets by calling alumni office at 417-865-2815 ext.7333 or visiting web.evangel.edu/gettydinner. More info: Doug or Brenda Green 714-256-8460 or firstname.lastname@example.com |
4/19/13 | TBD | TBD | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | Shane Cole |
4/20/13 | 6 p.m. | Cost $15 Business casual attire | Red Rock Canyon Grill 1844 N. Rock Road Wichita, Kansas 67206 | RSVP by Wed., Apr. 17 316-305-0769 firstname.lastname@example.com |
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On the cover: In this issue of Immunity, Marichal et al. (963–975) demonstrate that Th2 cell immunity enhances the survival of mice subjected to challenge with potentially lethal amounts of venom of the honeybee (Apis mellifera) or the Russell's viper (Daboia russelii, pictured on the cover). Such acquired immune resistance to the toxicity and mortality induced by honeybee venom requires Immunoglobulin E (IgE) and the alpha and gamma chains of the high-affinity receptor for IgE. The evidence that IgE-dependent immune responses against venom can enhance survival in mice supports the hypothesis that IgE, which also contributes to allergic disorders, has an important function in protection of the host against noxious substances. Photograph by Capt. Suresh Sharma.
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When a player begins to transcend what seems humanly possible on the football field, he has usually given us some warning. Vince Young had many wonderful moments (just ask Michigan and Oklahoma State) in the previous calendar year before his historic performance against USC. Desmond Howard was a preseason All American and a Heisman candidate before he struck "the pose". Tim Tebow was a backup quarterback on a Florida championship team that owned the Red Zone before he became Tim Tebow. Greatness reveals itself to us, but sometimes we caught a glimpse and just didn't realize it yet.
Much has been written about last weekend's performance by West Virginia's Gino Smith. He was listed as a preseason all Big XII candidate and provided many highlights last year against Big East competition. But that was against the Big East, we all thought. Can he do it week in, week out against the Oklahomas, Kansas States and Texases? Can he lead West Virginia to enough points to outscore the Oklahoma States and Baylors? Can he prove it against tougher competition? Can he do it on the big stage? In his first Big XII game last week, the answer was an unquestionable "yes he can".
On the season, Gino Smith has 20 touchdown passes. On the season, Gino Smith has 28 incompletions. On the season, he has 1827 yards of offense (thats 457 yards per game). On the season, he has a 208.4 quarterback rating, which is 16.6 points higher than the single season record. On the season, Gino Smith has put up numbers most people dream about putting up in football video games. Gino Smith has simply been amazing.
On Saturday night Gino Smith leads West Virginia to Austin to face the undefeated University of Texas. This is the first time these two programs have faced each other as conference rivals and only the second time they've faced each other ever. UT's quarterback is currently the #2 ranked quarterback in the NCAA (behind Smith, of course) and their defense is filled with future NFL players. Can Smith keep up his run on the road, at night, against this talented a team? I don't know, but I do know that Gino Smith has become must see tv and I know that this is my game of the week.
Other Games I'll be Watching:
LSU at Florida: LSU has struggled the last two weeks and Florida was supposed to be a year away from contending. The game will go a long way in determining which team is for real.
Oklahoma at Texas Tech: Oklahoma has had a tough time in Lubbock recently and is coming off a home loss to Kansas State. Are the undefeated Red Raiders ready to rejoin the Big XII's elite?
Georgia at South Carolina: Another week, another game with undefeated top 10 ranked SEC teams.
Miami at Notre Dame: I just like that it's reminded me of my favorite unlicensed college t-shirt of all time.
Washington at Oregon: Oregon is just fun to watch. And Washington seems to have been resurrected under former USC coordinator Steve Sarkisian.
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