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Most of us know eating an apple is healthier than having a donut. But sometimes it's not so easy to know which food is healthier for you. And you do want to know.
Knowing what a food is made out of can help you pick foods that will make you feel your best and have more energy. You win from eating foods with vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.
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Here's another easy way to spot foods that are healthy for your heart. Some foods have a red heart with a checkmark on it, like the picture above. The heart picture is from the American Heart Association. It's an organization all about protecting people's hearts. Foods including breads, crackers, cereals, soups, and others may have these hearts.
What does it mean when you see the heart picture? You know the foods will be filling and nutritious, says Teresa Beach. She's a dietitian. She works at Sanford Medical Center in Sioux Falls, S.D.
Foods with the heart on it won't give you extra salt or unhealthy fat. And they don't have empty calories -- the kind without healthy nutrients.
Many foods are good for your heart. But all of them don't have a heart picture on the label. If you don't see a heart picture, it doesn't mean the food is unhealthy.
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Now look in your kitchen and see what you can find. Check the food labels. Look for saturated fat, sodium, and cholesterol. Look for protein, calcium, and vitamins. Do any foods have the American Heart Association heart?
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Q: What do you call a lesbian with long fingernails?
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The only thing keeping me from needing another one....is, I needed another one.,
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Golf Ball Spin - This refers to the ball's revolutions. Spin is determined by head speed, materials used in the manufacture of the club, club loft, and swing path, as well as materials that go into the manufacture of the ball. The lift created by back spin causes balls to travel along high trajectories, while poorly hit balls tend to spin sideways, which cause hooks and slices.
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Backspin causes a golf ball to lift and as a result will yield a longer shot, while poor back spin may cause the ball to slice to the right or hook to the left.
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Bradford's Michael Evans took top honors with an 18:18 time in the 5K race as Anya Bogdaneets from D'Youville College captured the women's race in 20:01. Hilbert finished third in both the men's and the women's scoring with sophomore Jimmy Campbell (Owego, NY/Owego) completing first for the Hawks (19:20) and Lanie Harrington (Orchard Park, NY/Orchard Park) crossing in 31:43 for the women's team.
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I am looking for some software that would check at regular intervals to see if a server is "up". These servers would have a live IP so they could be checked from outside of the school network. If it is down, then it would send an email or some other form of communication. Preferrably something that is free or inexpensive.
Has anyone ever done any reviews on this type of software??
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ECA734 - Arts Education Curriculum Study 4
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|2015 unit information
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|Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
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* Dance and Drama not available in Cloud (online) mode.
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(For students enrolled in course E760 only)
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|E Hirsh
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E Hirsh (Burwood (Melbourne))
J Grenfell (Cloud (online))
To complete a sequence of units in the selected arts specialism, students must meet the prerequisites outlined in the guidelines published by the Victorian Institute of Education for each Arts methodology area. The prerequisites are:
• ART which may be the areas of: Art, Craft, Computer-generated Art, Sculpture, Photography, and recognising expertise in materials such as pottery, ceramics, textiles, wood and metal) Major study in relevant area(s) of Art which includes at least one quarter of a year of practical Art content.
• MUSIC (a) Major study in Music which includes Practical Music or (b) Major study in Music together with AMEB Grade VI equivalent or Year 12 Practical music or (c) Major study in Music which includes Practical Music specialising in one or more musical instruments.
• DANCE Sub-major study in Dance or Performance Studies (Dance)
• DRAMA Major or sub-major in drama and/or theatre studies including some practical drama and theatre major including Theatre Studies) Sub-major study in Drama, Performance Studies (Drama) or Theatre Studies (including practical Drama)
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|Contact hours:
Campus: 1 x 1 hour Class per week, 1 x 2 hour Seminar per week.
Cloud (online): Learning experiences are via CloudDeakin.
ECA734 students should note that arts discipline methodology modules are available for campus and Cloud (online) study strictly as follows:
• dance - available at Burwood (Melbourne)
• drama - available at Burwood (Melbourne)
• music - available at Burwood (Melbourne), or Cloud (online)
• visual arts – available at Burwood (Melbourne) or Cloud (online)
The focus of this unit is studio based and aims to immerse students in the conceptualization of creative practice, aesthetic and critical debate and in the experiential application of a range of skill based strategies including digital technologies and pedagogies that inform and underpin teaching and learning within diverse social and cultural contexts. Students undertake research projects that may include independent investigation of their chosen specialism in formal and informal education settings.
Portfolio: 2000 word count equivalent essay or portfolio or presentation appropriate to the specific arts education area. 40%
A negotiated research project: 4000 word count or a ocus on a project appropriate to the specific arts education area. 60%
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Microsoft Office once again reportedly coming to iOS, seriously
After countless rumors, Microsoft Office is once again said to be on its way to the iPhone and iPad (and Android). Office for iOS will reportedly consist of separate apps for Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, and will require a Microsoft account to use. The basic Office apps will allow users to view their documents, but an Office 365 subscription will be required for editing. But it's not all good news according to Tom Warren of The Verge:
Microsoft will allow iOS users to purchase an Office 365 subscription within the app, or let organizations distribute codes to enable Office Mobile editing for users. The apps will allow for basic editing, but we're told this won't go very far in attempting to replace regular full use of a desktop Office version.
Despite the lack of advanced functionality, the arrival of Office on iOS will be welcomed by many. Developers have tried to fill this particular gap since the App Store first opened, but there are many customers that have held out for the true Microsoft Office experience.
Whether Office for iOS proves to be enough for users, or they look to other apps, we will have to wait and see. Microsoft Office for iOS is said to be arriving in March 2013.
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Microsoft Office once again reportedly coming to iOS, seriously
The apps are free. The subscription doesn't unlock just mobile editing. It also unlocks the full desktop apps as well as loading the programs on computers you don't own. Think of Office 365 as Amazon Prime (especially now with the matching prices $8/month) for everything Office. Microsoft trying to through as much as possible under this subscription and that's good for consumers.
Wow...so, you get to use the FULL version on a PC after a ONE TIME purchase but have to have a subscription to use a broken down pieced together version on your mobile device? Sounds like garbage to me. I am really starting to be amazed at the things companies are trying to over one consumers for minute things that should be free. Thanks but not thanks Microsoft, guess I'll be sticking to Pages for my word docs.
I recently downloaded the Pages app, Apple's version of MS Word. I love it, it's so simple to use. I can send, receive, open, create, and edit documents as Pages, Word or PDF format. Pages can store documents within the app, on-device. And it automatically backs up to iCloud. So What is the big deal about MS Office when Pages is already available? And as others have pointed out, Office can already be accessed via online access with an MS account. Perhaps I'm missing something, but I don't see the big deal here, especially if it's going to be watered down as described in the article.
I have Pages on my phone and tablet and really like it. iCloud syncing is very slick too. As long as there aren't many tables etc, it works OK for Word docs too.
The reason I will get set up with MS Office is that some documents created in Word do get messed up if you try to edit them in Pages. I recently got a Word doc from my lawyer that had a series of fairly complex tables. I needed to add financials to these tables and email it back. It ended up being a total mess. I emailed it anyway, but the lawyer's assistant commented on how much work it was to fix it up manually. I doubt her time was free for me.
As a consumer, I hate subscription based software. I don't mind the periodic upgrade fee for new versions, but a subscription? That's just evil. And I was so looking forward to a real MS Office app for my iPad. Guess I'll have to stay with my current solution(s): Documents To Go and QuickOffice (depending on what I need).


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double yea to Courtney... I contacted her yesterday and she got right on it about getting the January Challenge up and visible. She left me an email this morning...
SHIELA: Glad to see you up close and personal....again...
FRED: I love the old codger, upon close inspection ,,, it appears he isn't quite happy with brew yet. kinda has a curl on his mouth, but then again maybe that is a look of UM GOOD JUST RIGHT! I love the expression,,, and your painting.
SAM & HOLLY: I agree with the numbering, its an excellent filing reference system. I know Coartney is fixing the titles up, but I believe the person that sets up the site can make a change as well, correct me if I'm wrong.
It may be awhile before we have everyone logged into the 2013 Chatter. But I would like to remind everyone especially the new comers to "Click on the "" EMAIL ME WHEN SOMEONE REPLIES TO THIS POST" ". This will keep you informed each time someone posts to the site so you can stay in touch by watching without logging in each time. I have a flagging method, I flag the email that has a painting attached , this way I can go back and reply to it later but be able to grab the email for reference when I need to. This is just my method, not carved in stone or painted on canvas...
Just to let you know, Holly posted in April 2012 challenge for those who would like to see her completed Swan taking flight in Oil. Its very lovely.
Lets all have a blast this year...
It would be nice if we messed up we could simply press 'Ctrl Alt Delete' and start all over
C & C Always Welcome
Marsha - I had messaged Courtney on New Year's Eve about the January challenge just after Geri told me about his dreaded "review by moderator" message so she got a double whammy - -but that's OK - she is such a sweetie and it does not need to be me who contacts her - any of us can be in touch with her - she is really a big help and like I said before, she is one of our biggest cheerleaders!
We are certainly starting this year out with a rush of good stuff - - lets all get busy and paint.
C & C always welcomed and encouraged.
I would be very honored to host the August challenge. Please remind me when time gets close. Thanks!!!
Sheila - You are on the schedule now - - for August. Thanks a bunch!
Thanks Holly - glad that there was still an open month.
I've had a sick kitty for about a week now. I took her to the vet last week and he kept her overnight - she had an upper respiratory infection and was dehydrated. Now how does a house-kitty with all of her immunizations manage to get a URI?? I'm afraid I'm going to have to take her back - - this week she has been sneezing for several days. (I don't think I've ever seen or heard a cat sneeze before.) She seems to feel OK, except she is sleeping a little more that ususal. This morning I was busy posting stuff here in the #14 challenge - my challenge was to do it with her in my lap. And then, all of a sudden I remembered I had an appt. with the doc this AM and I hadn't even gotten dressed yet! I did some fast and furious scurrying around and made to the appt. just in time. (Whew!) (He is pleased with my progress, by the way.) The rest of the day I have been reading because that's about the only comfortable thing to do with a cat in my lap. She was my "velcro" kitty before she had to stay overnight at the vet, but she's my "super glue kitty" now. No painting today. My step son gave me a photo of 2 Mardi Gras Indians about 2 years ago and hinted very strongly that his feelings wouldn't be hurt if I painted them for him. I didn't get around to starting it until last week - - I keep thinking I have bitten off too much with this one - but we'll see. I have been taking progress picctures after each day of working on it so it should be fun to see them all lined up when I finish it.
Jen C & C's always welcome
Jen - The reason the vet kept her overnight was to hydrate her and "stuff" her full of antibiotics (via IV) so I wouldn't have to try to give her a pill. But then he want me to come get her early the next morning 'cause she wasn't eating - - she was drinking water ok but they couldn't get her to eat but a bite or two. He felt like she would eat better at home. What he didn''t remember and obviously didn't put on her chart is that she is a VERY picky eater - - she won't eat anything but one specific brand of dry cat food. She turns up her nose at canned wet food and people food (even shrimp) but she does like to lick the top of the butter if we forget and leave it on the table. She is 10 years old and has never been sick before, so all in all I guess I'm lucky!
Sam - wondering if the painting of your baby girl is the same girl you painted as an adult?
Sheila, yes, both paintings are of Nancy. She is my one and only daughter. She was the most happy, pleasant baby. Always smiling.
Sam/Sammy C & C Welcome
Marsha, I hope I didn't blew you off regarding your question about getting started in pastel and oil pastel. I never had a lesson in oil pastel and there are not any other artists here that use it. I learned everything I know about OPs from the OP thread at Wet Canvas. I took some pastel lessons in the early '70s but have rarely used them and I'm not very sure of myself with the medium. Jen is more knowledgeable and experienced than I am.
I can't keep up with you guys in the January Challenge thread! This is a photo of the ham pie I just put in the oven. Dinner soon - and I'm ready!
(I don't know how to make the photos smaller - - I guess you didn't need a poster sized photo of a ham pie. )
Holly, the ham pie is a work of art. Love it. What do you put in it besides ham?
Sad that I have never heard of ham pie - looks scrumptuous. Recipie???
So glad to be retired from teaching full time. Gives me more studio time and have started training again for the Denver - Colfax half-marathon in May. Had such a great time last year, signed up for another go round....
Looks like the January challenge is off to a great start!!!
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A Pawleys Island man died today, about 12 hours after being struck by a hit and run driver.
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Coroner Kenny Johnson identified the victim as 57-year-old Patrick Loper of Geney Lane. He died at 11:47 a.m. today but Johnson was not notified until 3:30 p.m.
Highway Patrol Lance Cpl. Sonny Collins said around 11 p.m. Loper was on a moped and was involved in an accident.
He was in the roadway because of that accident and was struck by a vehicle. It was that driver who fled the area.
Collins said based on debris left at the scene, the driver may have been driving a Honda Civic. It may have been a model from 2006-2011, Collins said. Possibly a four-door vehicle.
He is asking anyone who may have seen anything or may have spotted a Honda Civic with recent damage to notify the Highway Patrol.
"We need tips, no matter how small," he said.
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Laptop, tablet, and your phone—there's a safe place for each of them.
Whether you're cruising across campus, commuting to work, or pedaling to the coffee shop, keep your electronics, books, and gear safely stowed in The North Face Surge II Laptop Backpack. A padded 17-inch laptop compartment, neoprene tablet sleeve, and tricot-lined stash pocket provide safe scratch-free storage for electronics.
- Air-mesh back panel with Spine Channel and a PE sheet provides comfort and support, and is endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association
- FlexVent molded straps provide a comfortable carry
- Stowable hip-belt and a sternum strap keep the load centered on your back
- Separate padded compartment safely stows a 17-inch laptop
- Additional padding at the bottom of the bag protects your computer
- Neoprene tablet sleeve keeps your reader safe and secure
- Large main compartment provides ample space for books, jackets, and a lunch
- Tricot-lined stash pocket provides scratch-free storage for a phone or media device
- Side pocket is designed to provide quick access to a power cord
- Integrated light loop makes it easy to attach a reflective light for improved night visibility
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Convenience and durability
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
My fave backpack of all time. Perfect spot for an iPad and iPhone. Plenty of pockets and space in every compartment. Love the padded back built specially for a man. Can't beat a north face backpack in terms of durability and convenience. Have used this for school, travel, and a day pack in the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Would buy again.
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
It was time to ditch my messenger bag. I wanted something that would hold both my 17" laptop and tablet in their own compartments. This does it. Perfect to stash other gear in too. Feels good on my back so I can lug this around the airport, office, town, wherever. Good padding in the shoulders and back.
Side pocket holds my Hyrdo Flask with decent support. Probably wouldn't bike with it in there though.. That's a bummer.
Robert K.
Great Value
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Received my Surge II on time. Works great for my everyday use as a college student. I have been using The North Face for over a decade but fell out of touch with their product since leaving New England and going to school in Florida. Reinvested in some North Face gear after getting disappointed with other outdoor gear during Florida's rainy seasons. The Surge II and Venture jacket. The Surge II's pockets fit my iPad and laptops perfectly.
My one fault with the product is one of the front zipper tracks lost 1 individual tooth because they are constructed out of plastic. All the zipper tracks are made of plastic but the front most 2 tracks, on the left and right, have larger teeth than the rest of the pack and is probably why that one teeth got chipped.
Great as a carry-on or daypack
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This pack is very versatile, and works great as a carry-on for business trips or as a daypack on hikes. It's very comfortable, incredibly tough, and offers a tremendous amount of storage.
Adam Saucedo
What are the laptop compartment dimensions?
Adam Saucedo
Laptop Compartment Dimensions - 16.25" x 10.5" x 2"
Matt Hanan
The ultimate backpack
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I used this backpack throughout high school and college. Awesome pack with plenty of space for books. The laptop compartment provides all the cushioning your laptop needs. The only minor downfalls to the pack is the zippers are a little flimsy. Also, it would be nice if the elastic water bottle pockets were large enough to carry a Nalgene and/or thicker sized bottles.
Dave Madsen
The North Face Surge II Video
Happy "Bag Junkie"
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I'm always looking for a better bag to travel with, and though I have yet to actually travel with this one, I've been "training" with all my gear packed in it for a trip up Kilimanjaro (in just 2 weeks, Yay!) With everything I'll need for a 2 week hike and safari packed in, it's very comfortable and breathable. Folks, I think we have a winner: The Last Bag I'll Ever Need!
Brent W.
Great backpack
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I'm a traveling musician and this backpack is perfect for my needs. It's lightweight, easy to carry and has lots of useful pockets that are very easy to get to.
Paul O.
Perfect for My Needs
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I travel a great deal and carry several computers and accessories. In specific, I travel with two I-Pads (in protective pouches), a Dell E6320 laptop (in a pouch), two Anker portable external battery charge backups, a Verizon jetpak (MIFI), assorted line and charging cables along with all of the components of a typical briefcase - pens, business cards, two 8.5 x 11 notepads, etc. This backpack carries all of this in individual compartments and isn't breathing hard. I might be tempted to say I could double this without fear of running out of space. At the same time, while this is my mobile office, the straps and clips used to enable the pack to expand and contract, hold these components firmly in place with no outward appearance that I have a bulky load. The pack itself is light so t adds little to the carry weight and the adjustability of the straps allows me to carry the bag in any position I find comfortable. I couldn't be happier with this decision. Forgive all of the detail, but one problem I had in deciding what to buy is that I couldn't really tell from dimensions how that would translate into actual experience. That's why I threw in some detail so if you know the products you will know the results.
Hayden Wilburn
Tons of Space
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This bag fits great on your back, even you load it down it still feels comfortable. I go to college and use it as my everyday backpack. I love the amount of pockets and space. I can fit my 17" laptop in the laptop sleep and it still have room for my textbooks. The laptop pocket is well protected and doesn't forfeit any space. Im glad I ripped my other backpack, because this is a GREAT improvement
Mark Billie
Awesome general backpack
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I've been traveling for work, flying twice a week. I keep a backpack and a carry-on with me, and the backpack I take (walk) from hotel to office daily.
This is a very comfortable pack - even loaded up with a 15" MBP, tablets, chargers and other gizmos, it's not rough on my shoulders. It's got lots of different compartments, which is awesome for organization. The laptop compartment is adequately padded, there are places for pens, valuables, etc. It's big enough to hold some clothes in addition to my gadgetry, and I sometimes stuff my BD Access Hybrid in there.
At the end of the day it's still just a backpack and it's unlikely to completely blow your mind or anything, but as a dude who's lived out of his backpack, this is the best one I've ever had. If I ever wear it out (going on 2 years now, and it's still in perfect shape, with LOADS of use) I'll definitely get another of the same.
For what it's worth, I paid $125 (totally worth it), and I got it in plain black, which I don't see at the time of writing this review, but which looks nice.
Best BackPack to date
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Ive never had a North Face backpack and i can say ill probably never buy a different one. I love the laptop compartment on this one, the colors are sweet (prussian blue / spring green) and i can fit a ton of stuff in it. Great school pack, lightweight, and comfortable if i have to carry it around all day. Also, its waterproof which is sweet.
Alejandro Castro
Super cool bag !!
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Eversince I got this bag I started thinking how I did before.
I have to carry my laptop all over, plus a bunch of other stuff. There's plenty of room for everything I need here!
I used it every single day now to go to work and carry all the cables, cases, pens, whatever I need.
The quality is awersome, it looks and feel it will last forever.
Also pretty useful for traveling, as a carry on bag
Amanda Daley
Great Bag
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
We got this as a gift for my father-in-law. He needed a bag he could use if he wanted to go on a short hike or work travel. It has great pockets (laptop pocket is great for his work) and has great utility type features. (loops on pocket to clip gear to, interior pockets etc etc etc) He was very excited to get this bag. It was exactally what he wanted: Stirdy, large, laptop pocket, great for hiking with a waterbottle pocket, and roomey enough to cary all his gear. Very happy with the bag!
everyday use bag
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
this surge II bag by the north face is phenomenal. it hold my macbook pro 13.3 inches, my gym sneakers, books for school and also some lunch! i couldn't be more happier with this backpack!
Great backpack at this price range
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
Very durable material and seems to keep it's original shape/form after a month of school, road biking, and public transportation. It still looks new. It carry's weight well, much better than my North Face Big Shot II did. The pockets are great, this pack has a place for everything.
- Familiarity: I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share
Let me start by saying that on any other website I would have paid $125 for this backpack. But I just paid $88. That in itself has made the bag WONDERFUL. THANK YOU BACK COUNTRY
This bag is exactly what I needed. It is an everyday bag for me. I have been traveling a lot over the last few months and this bag has saved me hundreds in "baggage fees". I can fit everything I need in this bag and my carry on. I liked it so much, that I purchased the woman's Surge backpack for my wife. So far this bag has met and exceeded all of my expectations. I love that there is a padded laptop pocket, with a tablet sleeve!
Very Satisfied, Using for business
- Gender: Male
This backpack was exactly what I was looking for. I was tired of using a briefcase, as it just was not comfortable to carry. This pack, when loaded with a similar load feels like nothing when using one strap over the shoulder, and even better when you strap it on over both shoulders. Seriously, it is much more comfortable. But besides that, the best part is that it is easier to organize. This Surge 2 has plenty of pockets, separated areas and perfect slots and spaces for everything. The laptop space protects and is a snap to open to slide it in and out for use, or going through the TSA security. I am extremely pleased with the quality of this product, the comfort, and the attention to detail. I took it on a 10 day trip through Mexico, and will not return to my Hartmann briefcase for travel. Thanks, Northface, for a great product.


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Take the Sustainability Pledge
Campus Sustainability Day
- Dispose of your e-waste
- Take the Sustainability Pledge
- Do it in the dark! Turn off unnecessary lights and use natural sunlight when possible.
- Don't trash our future: Recycle! Separate your recyclables and use the bins located throughout campus.
- Save paper. Go digital. Avoid printing documents, email messages, pictures and website information. Save a digital copy or make a screenshot instead.
- Save waste with reusable cups. Purchase a reusable cup from the Bookstore and fill it up at the filtered water stations located in each campus building.
Brian Gardner
Sr. Facility Manager
131B Main Hall
Kent State Stark's Green Team
Calculate Your Carbon Footprint
What is the Value of Your Tree?
Sustainability Initiatives
Every day, more than 6,000 students, faculty, staff and community members step on the campus of Kent State University at Stark where the care of the environment is evident from the moment they arrive.
As one of the campus's seven core values to "respect and protect the campus green space and our region's ecological environment," Kent State Stark is committed to reducing the environmental impacts of campus operations and promoting environmental sustainability.Our efforts to reduce our current carbon footprint and energy conservation projects include:
Kent State Stark is a member of AASHE, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability for Higher Education. Read more.
Tree Campus USA
Kent State Stark has been named a Tree Campus USA University by the Tree Campus USA program sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Read more.
Pond & Wetland Research Area
The pond, an original fixture of the farmland purchased by Kent State University in 1967, was re-established as an EPA-approved wetland research area in 2007. The update included the addition of indigenous plants and wildlife, along with a gazebo and walking path. Read more.
Recycling & Waste Minimization
As one of the largest recyclers in Stark County, the Kent State Stark community recycles more than 62 tons of paper, plastic, aluminum and glass each year, as reported by the Stark County Regional Planning Commission. Each campus office and public space has recycling containers. Read more.
Energy Conservation
Kent State Stark is presently working with The Brewer-Garrett Company, an Energy Service Company, under the auspices of Ohio House Bill 7 to implement Ohio House Bill 251 goals. HB 251 requires all Ohio state office buildings to achieve a 20% reduction in energy consumption by the year 2014 based upon 2004 baseline figures. When completed, this campus-wide design build energy conservation program will actually achieve a guaranteed 37% reduction in energy consumption at Kent State Stark. Read more.
Herbert W. Hoover Foundation
Through our work with the Herbert W. Hoover Foundation, Kent State University at Stark was able to expand our reach in environmental issues affecting Stark County. From 2008-2013, with support of the Herbert W. Hoover Foundation, Kent State Stark offered a multi-disciplinary study of the surrounding environment. Through our relationship we were able to bring notable environmental speakers such as Chris Palmer, Edith Widder and Sandra Steingraber to campus. Additionally, the campus led a team of students from other local universities and Stark State College on water sampling of the Nimishillen Watershed that continues today. Kent State Stark faculty's interest in our surrounding environment continues to evolve as they identify new ways to integrate sustainability into our academic offerings as well as community outreach projects.
Conference Center at Kent State Stark
The Conference Center has achieved Gold Tier status from the IACC, International Association of Conference Centers, for adoption of environmentally responsible practices in its business operations; and by continuous improvement of its management efforts; all with the goal of reducing its carbon footprint and environmental impact. Read more.
Reusable Cup Program & enviroware™
Students can now "save green" when they "go green" with Kent State University at Stark's new reusable cup program. The special cups, which are double-wall insulated, BPA-free and microwave and dishwasher safe, are for sale in the Bookstore for just $5.99. When used in the Emporium, soft drink refills are just $1.00 and coffee refills just $1.25. Plus, the first fill-up is free (coupon inside cup). The program helps eliminate waste caused by disposable cups and contributes to the campus's overall goals towards improved sustainability. Also, the Emporium is now using enviroware™. enviroware™ products contain an average of 21.8% pre-consumer recycled materials and 100% recycled Carbon Dioxide (CO2) making them green at the beginning and end of their lifecycle or more simply 2 times green.
Recycling of Small E-Waste Items
In partnership with Midwest Comtel the campus community can now deposit small, personal e-waste items in specially marked blue collection bins throughout campus. Small items such as CDs, DVDs, printer cartridges, cables, telephones, cell phones, laptops, batteries, chargers, MP3 players, GPS devices and tape players can be deposited. These smaller items are usually not thought to be recycled and are often tossed in the trash, ending up in local landfills where they can leach toxic chemicals and pollute groundwater.


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I'd love to see Benson lose this only to see what the UFC would do about it.
Maybe they're setting him up to be the next Jon Fitch.
"Look Benson, you haven't finished a single fight in the UFC and we want to see people end fights... and you just lost. We're letting you go."


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Ways to get involved in promoting the Victorious Gospel
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The so-called anti-war movement currently finds itself in somewhat of a quagmire: What to do when the man you raised money for, volunteered for, and yes, even voted for, actually fulfills one of his most repulsive campaign promises?
"I will promise you this, that if we have not gotten our troops out by the time I am president, it is the first thing I will do. I will get our troops home. We will bring an end to this war. You can take that to the bank. " - - Barack Obama, October 27, 2007
I thought closing guamato bay was the first thing he would do.
Crikey - another political thread that has not yet been locked. What a surprise!
One could spend all their free time reading the various opinions on what others think is going on in the world and it would profit them nothing. As my dear friend Carlene reminded me today - the minds of men are the bottomless pit. Thanks, Redlettervoice for that timely reminder.
Quote from: Raggedy Anne on December 07, 2009, 09:48:45 PMCrikey - another political thread that has not yet been locked. What a surprise! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Yes it is surprising! Being informed on current world affairs, staying informed on political and religious moves, propaganda, manipulation and deception to me is an important thing in our coming to the knowlefge of the truth, to be gifted in knowing what work in this world is the works of mans quest for unity in the flesh like what the Babylon of old had, and what the Spirit is calling us to come out of.Fire Walker


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Rowan University Student Government Association
Mission Statement
Rowan University Student Government Association makes certain that all students' needs are met by acting as a student voice for the campus community, serving as an outlet for student concerns, promoting student participation in campus life, and investigating solutions to various issues that affect the campus as a whole. The SGA supports unity, teamwork, diversification, acknowledgment of excellence, mutual respect and a dedication to the positive development of each and every individual. The SGA acts with vision not only to meet the needs of Rowan's current students, but to also meet the needs of Rowan students to come. The work of the SGA is performed in the spirit of change; however, it recognizes the contributions of its predecessors. The SGA takes pride in Rowan's past, present, and future.
SGA Vision Statement
The Rowan SGA takes pride in creating a state of actively engaged students that willfully participate not only within their university by the surrounding community.
FY16 Budget Allocation Proposal
Constitutional Amendments
April 2014 Constitutional Amendments
*The SGA Office is located on the first floor of the Chamberlain Student Center, suite 120.


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6 Best Dry Shampoos -- and the 2 Worst
The best dry shampoo for keeping your hair fresh and voluminous -- and the ones that aren't worth your time
See the list of the best and worst dry shampoos now.
Typically, dry shampoos come in spray or powder form, and not only soak up oil, they also clean hair, water-free, and leave you smelling fresh. Plus, for those of you who have the time to wash your hair every day (or just happen to be a little less tolerant of dirt), dry shampoos also give your hair a volume boost. At least, that's what the good dry shampoos do. Not all dry shampoos are created equal -- and our readers can attest to that. In fact, they've been quite vocal about the dry shampoos that forever simplify their lives, which ones are just aiight, and which ones fall flat.
This roundup includes the very best and absolute worst of dry shampoos. Keep clicking to see which brands you need to work into your routine and which ones just aren't worth the trouble.
SEE NEXT PAGE: Worst Dry Shampoo No. 2: Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray, $11
Worst Dry Shampoo No. 2: Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray, $11TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 5.8*
Why: There are a couple of reasons Oscar Blandi Dry Shampoo did not make the best dry shampoo list, but the main one was that reviewers felt it wasn't worth the effort or price.
Reviewers agree that the overpowering smell, relatively high price and dandruff-like residue the product leaves on hair make this stuff "a total waste." One reviewer points out, "[It] kind of defeats the purpose when I have to wash my hair to get the white powder out."
Another disappointed user reports, "It didn't make my hair feel clean. It felt dirty, plus a bit dry and, well, crunchy." Considering the product's lukewarm score on top of all the complaints, it's probably wise to skip this one.
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo Spray here.
*At time of publication
Worst Dry Shampoo No. 1: Tresemmé Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo, $5.49TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 3.4*
Why: If my memory of high school math doesn't fail me, 3.5 is a flunking score -- and in the case of Tresemmé Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo, it seems well-deserved, meaning it didn't make our list of the best dry shampoo. More than 120 reviewers weigh in on the product, 50 of whom give it 1 star out of 10. Readers complain that the spray "leaves a sticky residue on hair" and "doesn't do much to absorb oil." Many readers say that it makes hair even greasier. According to one reader, the spray "Weighs down, sticks, and saps the volume right out of hair." It may be affordable, but what good is a $5 product if all it does is make things worse?
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Tresemmé Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo here.
*At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 6: Not Your Mother's Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo, $4.74TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 7.8*
Why it's great: Total Beauty reviewers say this one is the best dry shampoo for style-stretching capabilities. "[It's] insanely good at giving your blowout an extra day (or two)," says one dry shampoo review. "It definitely helps with taking away that 'greasy roots' look," says another reviewer. Plus, you get a lot for your money, since "the can lasts forever," according to one review.
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Not Your Mother's Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo here.
Buy Now on Amazon. *At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 5: Dove Refresh+Care Invigorating Dry Shampoo, $4.89TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.8*
Why it's great: One reviewer sums up the pros of this cheap dry shampoo, which, at less than $5, is a thrifty girl's dream: It "eliminates oil, reduces grease ... [is] lightweight, adds body, washes out quickly, [is] easy to brush through hair [and] widely available at most drugstores." Sounds like a good reason to call it the best dry shampoo!
Although one reviewer reports that the bottle doesn't seem to last very long, many other reviewers claim that the other dry shampoos they've tried pale in comparison to Dove's cheap dry shampoo. "The others I tried either didn't seem to work or were seriously sticky and could not be brushed out," one user explains. "This does none of that. Everyone should give this a try!"
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Dove Refresh+Care Invigorating Dry Shampoo here.
Buy Now on Amazon. *At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 4: Umberto Beverly Hills Dry Clean Dry Shampoo, $9.99TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: *8.2
Why it's great: Umberto Dry Shampoo devotees call this one a "must have." TotalBeauty.com reviewers rated this one of the best dry shampoos because it soaks up oil and provides volume -- even if you've only got a few minutes to style your hair. "My hair was a little icky from the warm weather, but I used this dry shampoo, curled my ends and within 5 minutes my hair was full and bouncy," says a reviewer. This product makes the best dry shampoo list because it is especially great for fine hair -- reviewers say it doesn't weigh fine hair down, but still provides freshness between washes.
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Umberto Beverly Hills Dry Clean Dry Shampoo here.
*At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 3: Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk, $19.50TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.4*
Why it's great: Many reviewers find that this is the best dry shampoo because it's the only one they've tried that they "love, love, love." Reviewers appreciate that the texture is light and "doesn't give you the dreaded 'powdered wig' look." The dry shampoo also "has a mild, pleasant fragrance" that won't overwhelm you throughout the day. One Klorane enthusiast gushes, "Not only does the product get rid of any greasiness, I feel like it really does make my hair look as if I just showered and blow-dried. It seems to add a little volume, too, which is always a plus!" Though this dry shampoo is slightly pricier than other, more common brands, it makes the best dry shampoo list because it seems to do "exactly what it says." Can you ask for more?
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk here.
Buy Now on Amazon. *At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 2: Lush No Drought Dry Shampoo, $13.95TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.9*
Why it's great: One of the highest-rated shampoos, this Lush dry shampoo product "make[s] your hair look and feel super clean," and, according to one reader, "is the best-smelling dry shampoo I've ever used."
"It seems to soak up the shine but not leave the hair matte and gross like other canned/bottled dry shampoos," explains another delighted user. "I've tried many spray dry shampoos and none have worked nearly as well as this." One reader criticizes the packaging, citing that when you spray the product, it tends to go rogue. "All of this aside, it's a really great dry shampoo," especially for oily hair, she says. Others agree, putting Lush No Drought Dry Shampoo in the No. 2 spot on our list of the best dry shampoos.
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Lush No Drought Dry Shampoo here.
Buy Now on Amazon. *At time of publication
Best Dry Shampoo No. 1: Batiste Dry Shampoo, $7.99TotalBeauty.com Average Member Rating: 8.9*
Why it's great: This is the "best stuff around," says one satisfied reviewer. "It seriously makes my hair look like it's just been washed," she adds. Total Beauty reviewers with dark brown hair say that this product is the best dry shampoo because it doesn't leave any white residue behind. One reviewer says that other dry shampoos left her "ultra dark hair" white and weighed down. "I use the Batiste for Dark Brown hair and it's a miracle worker," says the reviewer.
Agree? Disagree? Write your review for Batiste Dry Shampoo here.
Buy Now on Amazon. *At time of publication
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by brianna121791 Monday, May 13, 2013 at 11:17AM Report as inappropriate
Agree: Ojon is great...used to the love the Oscar Blandi until they came out with the invisible spray, now that's my fave. I also agree with bumble and bumble being pricy but TERRIBLE...it's like a thick, sticky hairspray that you can't even brush out. The only part I dont agree on: Tresemme...this has left an awful terrible white residue that has never absorbed any oil. Dont know how that got number one.
by sprout117 Sunday, March 24, 2013 at 08:12PM Report as inappropriate
Where can you buy Klorane Eco-Friendly and/or Rene Furterer? I haven't been able to find them!
by beachcitylights Monday, February 11, 2013 at 12:29PM Report as inappropriate
Why isn't Suave Dry Shampoo on the list? It works fine for me. Although I think I'll try a new one out of curiosity now. I've been using the Suave one for 2 years & like it fine.
by Sonflower Friday, February 8, 2013 at 10:22AM Report as inappropriate
I want to like dy shampoo but none seem to do a good job
by LittleBunny Friday, January 4, 2013 at 10:15AM Report as inappropriate
I'm not a fan of dry shampoo.
by EricaF123 Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at 05:54AM Report as inappropriate
I'm surprised the Suave dry shampoo didnt make the Worst list. It stinks and makes my hair MORE oily than if I didnt use it!
by kimihavens Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 08:40AM Report as inappropriate
No dry shampoo for me ...
by robyne00 Friday, October 26, 2012 at 05:35PM Report as inappropriate
Cake Beauty Satin Sugar is my holy grail for dry shampoos. It smells INCREDIBLE, like baked sugar, makes my hair fluffy and full of body (I have straight fine hair) and it's tinted so you don't look like Cruella De Ville.
by BeautyPirate Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at 07:22AM Report as inappropriate
I haven't tried any of these products yet. I think the Suave one is my favorite so far. The Dove one is ok too.
by Chris213 Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 07:26PM Report as inappropriate
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Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Google Newsmap mashes up 29 live TV news feeds
Keir Clarke, creator of the popular Virtual Tourism video map has created yet another video maps mashup. His Newsmap mashup sees 29 live tv news streams plotted on to a world Google Map for you to browse and watch. 14 English news feeds are available including ABC, NBC, BBC and CBC while 15 other feeds play in other languages. Each of the video feeds opens up in a window above the map pin and plays in Windows Media Player (which you will need to have installed). Newsmap makes for an interesting and interactive way to browse video news by map!
Find more News Maps Mashups in the Current Events category (along the right side of this blog)
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Malekko Ekko 616 DARK Analog DelayMalekko brings back their infamous "dark" Ekko in the 616 Dark Analog Delay, a syrupy thick wash of analog delay with switchable modulation that takes this pedal into the darkest corners of your universe…$150.00
Malekko Ekko 616 MKII Analog DelayThe Malekko Ekko 616 MKII analog delay is a great update to a great pedal. The Ekko 616 MKII uses hand picked components to give you up to 650 msec. delay time, fantastic modulation with external controls and a T/B button for true or buffered bypass.$149.99
Malekko Ekko LoFi 616 MKII Analog DelayA PGS/Malekko exclusive, the LoFi E616 MKII analog delay gives you deep modulation for a whole world of as-yet-unnamed sounds that await your discovery. The LoFi offers everything from traditional slapback to alien landscapes at longer delay times.$150.00
Malekko Omicron Analog Chorus
The Malekko Analog Chorus is an astonishing sounding chorus pedal in a miniature package from the new Omicron series. With near zero pedal board real estate taken up by this new offering from Malekko, the Omicron Series Analog Chorus is sure to impress even the most die-hard tone snob.$140.00
Malekko Omicron Analog Phaser
The Malekko Analog Phaser packs quite a bit in such a small package. Malekko is know for superior quality effects, and with their Omicron line, they've really brought something special to the world of phasers. In a compact housing, this true bypass analog pedal has two external controls.$120.00
Malekko Omicron Analog TremoloThe Malekko Analog Tremolo is part of the Omicron series. The Malekko Analog Tremolo provides brilliant tremolo effect in a compact and user friendly pedal design.$100.00
Malekko Omicron Attack DecayThe Malekko Omicron Attack Decay is an all analog envelope attack effect that utilizes the attack envelope of the guitar signal to create a stunning fade in/out effect. Perfect for those ethereal volume swells, the Malekko Omicron Attack Decay not only swells in but fades out the ... read more$100.00
Malekko Omicron CompressorThe Malekko Omicron Compressor delivers smooth, transparent compression thanks to the famed NOS CA3080 IC and a fantastic design. Get that classic guitar compression with low noise and true bypass in a small enclosure with the Malekko Omicron Compressor.$100.00
Malekko Omicron Envelope FilterThe Malekko Omicron Envelope Filter is a simple, gorgeous sounding envelope filter with tone that belies its size. Based on the VTL5C2/4 Vactrol, the Malekko Omicron Envelope Filter has a vintage tone that will appeal to any guitarist or bassist.$120.00
Malekko Omicron SpringThe Malekko Spring represents the culmination of Malekko's knowledge and experience of crafting springy reverb devices. Prepare yourselves for an aural treat of true wide frequency Spring reverb and the lowest noise floor ever achieved with a Malekko reverb.$139.99
Malekko Omicron VibratoThe Malekko Vibrato is a true pitch vibrato pedal based on the famous MN3007 BBD chip for superior tone and warmth. Housed in a bantam sized enclosure the Malekko Vibrato provides big tone in a tiny box, perfect for hiding from your wife!$140.00
Malekko Plus Ultra 213The Malekko Plus Ultra 213 combines classic, face-melting fuzz tones with a unique filtering for a broad display of both power and tonal versatility. Set the sweep where you want or use and expression pedal and the Malekko Plus Ultra 213 will do your bidding.$195.00
Malekko Spring Chicken ReverbThe Malekko Spring Chicken has the same specs as the original Spring Chicken but now has an added Expression Pedal input, for maximum control of your 'verb!$179.00
Malekko Wolftone ChaosThe Malekko Wolftone Chaos is a remake of the original Wolftone Chaos designed by Todd Wolfgram. Built in collaboration with Todd, the Malekko Wolftone Chaos retains all of the original analog tone with an updated power requirement for easy integration.$159.00
Malekko Wolftone Fetish MKIIThe hand-built, all-analog Malekko Wolftone Fetish is a class A, two stage preamp boost that works with your amp for organic sounding distortion. The Fetish offers 3 levels of gain with frequency adjustment for clean boost to very heavy distortion.$149.00
Malekko Wolftone Helium MKIICreated in collaboration with Todd Wolfgram, the Malekko Wolftone Helium is an updated production run of the classic Wolftone effect pedal from Studio Electronics. The Malekko Wolftone Helium features versatile octave and distortion effects.$149.00
Malekko Wolftone Sloika MKIIThe hand-built, all-analog Malekko Wolftone Sloika distortion pedal uses 8 parallel amplification circuits, each set at a different gain level, to create transparent distortion that preserves the character of your guitar and amp at every setting.$149.00
Malekko Wolftone Unity MKII Fuzz/CompressionThe hand-built, all-analog Malekko Wolftone Unity is a two-stage fuzz pedal paired with a compressor. The Wolftone Unity offers 3 levels of compression with tone, gain and saturation controls for sweet, syrupy fuzz or sputtering dissonance.$149.00


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Our School of Engineering is the fastest growing engineering school in Australia.
It's a place where you'll experience world-class engineering facilities in a supportive learning environment.
You'll gain valuable practical experience at our advanced labs and workshops.
And our close collaboration with industry bodies means you'll be prepared for the engineering challenges of the real world – with a foot in the door before you graduate.
We're excited to offer engineering degree courses unique to Western Australia or Australia, giving you a competitive edge in high demand areas of the profession.
ECU research engineers are a clever bunch. Here's a sample of ground-breaking work currently being undertaken at the university.
ECU's Centre for Communications Engineering Research has developed a solar-powered palm-sized Wireless Sensor Networking Device that's capable of detecting bushfire smoke from up to 60km away and transmitting information wirelessly.
ECU School of Engineering's Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Research Group has developed a simplified mathematical methodology that allows practising engineers to use a pocket calculator to estimate the factor of safety of rock slopes, including under earthquake loads.
In collaboration with the CSIRO, ECU Engineering students have developed an energy-saving glass coating that is not only energy efficient in summer or winter, but is also communication efficient.
In conjunction with Perth-based weed control company photonic detection systems, ECU researchers created the Photonic Weed Detection System which uses lasers to detect and spray weeds within large crops.
Engineering and Technology degrees can be started at our South West Campus in Bunbury from 2016.
Students can study the first year of the 4-year degree in Bunbury, before completing the course at our Joondalup Campus.
This is a great opportunity for South West students to make professional connections with local industry through internships and site visits, and especially valuable if they choose to return home after completing their degree.
The initiative has been enthusiastically supported by South West industry, where resources and construction are large employers.
With the support of an ECU scholarship, we can help you realise your ambitions by improving your financial situation and enabling you to successfully complete your course.
At ECU we understand that everyone is different.
Different work arrangements, different family responsibilities, different locations or different learning styles.
That's why we offer the flexibility of studying many of our courses online.
Now you can study where you want, when you want.
Balance your study with family and work commitments. Or advance your career without leaving the workplace.
And just because you're not on campus doesn't mean we'll forget you. Online students get our full support too.
Are you passionate about a particular area or field of work?
Have you just completed a degree and think you'd like to go onto postgraduate study?
Maybe you've been working as a professional and you'd like to gain a competitive advantage or change career direction?
Whatever your reason or background, we offer a wide range of postgraduate courses at ECU.
And because we understand that your life is already busy, we offer the flexibility and convenience of part-time and online study options too.
When you study engineering at ECU, we'll literally take you outside your comfort zone.
As well as spending time in lectures and labs, your engineering course will involve at least 12 weeks of practical work experience in the engineering industry. This is a great way to kickstart your career.
Our Engineering courses are also accredited by Engineers Australia, so you'll be eligible for Graduate Professional Membership when you complete your course.
And best of all, as these courses are recognised under the Washington Accord, you'll graduate ready to design, test, build and solve engineering challenges anywhere in the world.
To help you choose a career direction, we've grouped similar fields of work into 12 study areas across ECU – Engineering and Technology is one of those study areas.
Within each study area you can choose a degree, for example a Bachelor of Engineering or a Bachelor of Technology.
For some degrees, like a Bachelor of Technology, you can choose a speciality, or major, like Aeronautical, Electronic and Computer Systems or Motorsports.
We also offer Engineering Honours degrees in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical and other disciplines.
And postgraduate degrees are available through coursework or research. For example, you can study our Research Master's degree for a Master of Engineering Science.
The field of Engineering covers many disciplines and leads to a huge variety of rewarding careers.
There is a growing demand in high-technology industries and research centres for engineers with knowledge and professional skills in business, management and areas of science.
We offer a range of double degree options to meet this demand:
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If you're looking for an engineering university, you've come to the right place.
As an ECU Engineering student, your learning experience is like no other, thanks to the facilities you'll find inside our multi-million dollar purpose-built engineering and technology building.
Inside ECU's School of Engineering.
Our Engineering students learn in the best laboratories, guided by the best lecturers on one of the best university campuses in Australia. Take a look inside the School of Engineering at ECU.
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Our Motorsports students have an enviable track record for building and testing race cars. The team is currently ranked 25th in the world for the performance of its car – and that's out of 510 international universities!
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Our world-class facilities include purpose-built labs and project spaces. The Engineering building also contains sustainable systems and infrastructure that decrease its carbon footprint, and provide students access to real systems for sustainable energy education.
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In the latest Good Universities Guide, our graduates gave ECU a 5-star rating for their overall satisfaction, the quality of our teaching and for the generic skills they developed during their studies.
We've now achieved 5-star ratings for the past six years.
Our diverse range of Engineering courses attracts an equally diverse group of students.
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"Engineering at ECU offers so many career opportunities"
"I was impressed with the number of potential career paths available to graduates. As far as my experience at ECU goes, it was, and still is fantastic! Everyone is always willing to help. Not just the lecturers and tutors, but the students and support staff too. The facilities are all new, state-of-the-art and totally accessible. The atmosphere is great and there's a real sense of community."
Felicha Prem
ECU Engineering (Civil) student
"Putting engineering theory into practice gives me confidence."
"I chose ECU because the lecturers have a fantastic reputation, and the course was exactly what I was looking for. I was surprised when I discovered how hands-on the course was. I expected a little lab and workshop time, but not as much as is on offer at ECU! I'm a very hands-on person and I love getting involved with practical activities. I feel so much more confident after I've actually put the theory into practice. I'm now looking forward to putting these skills into action in a professional environment. It's been an amazing experience so far, and I've always been made to feel welcome."
Sasha Tanasich
ECU Engineering (Electronics and Computer Systems) student
We have an active student community at ECU. Most faculties or schools have interest groups or events that relate to your area of study.
You can also make connections and join conversations on our social media pages.
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Bowl slots with Southeastern Conference ties are solidifying before Saturdays kickoff in the SEC championship game between Alabama and Georgia.
South Carolina (10-2) and Clemson (10-2) are waiting for Sunday nights BCS Bowl Selection Show. But the Tigers, a virtual Chick-fil-A Bowl lock, know they will face an SEC opponent at the Georgia Dome (Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m.).
It looks like LSU or Georgia.
We will try to get an 11th win, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said after the Tigers 27-17 loss to South Carolina. An 11th win is something that hasnt happened in this program in a long, long time. Theres still a lot of things out there for us.
The Gamecocks, going for a second consecutive 11-win season, appear headed for the Outback Bowl in Tampa (Jan. 1, 1 p.m.). Northwestern is the most likely foe on the Big Ten side of the Outback draw.
A lot of trickle-down bowl alignment is tied to the Capital One Bowls apparent love of SEC upstart Texas A&M. The Orlando-based bowl might opt for Georgia but appears to lean toward the Aggies and Heisman Trophy frontrunner Johnny Football Manziel.
Ive been very impressed, Capital One Bowl representative Jim Vincent told the Dallas Morning News. They obviously have a very good team, and Im very impressed with the quarterback.
SEC pecking order
The Gamecocks benefit in the SEC pecking order from Clemson playing in the Chick-fil-A Bowl; few bowls want a rematch of two teams from the same state.
The 10 SEC bowl agreements, after the BCS national championship game selection, start with the Sugar Bowl. The Capital One Bowl picks next. Then the Cotton Bowl has the first preference of teams from the Western Division and the Outback Bowl picks first from the remaining SEC East teams. The Cotton and Outback bowls can pick teams outside divisional preference but must not select them before the opposite bowl selects from its divisional preference.
The Chick-fil-A Bowl gets the next pick, followed by the Gator, Music City, Liberty or Compass and Independence bowls. With nine bowl-eligible teams and one in the BCS title game, the SEC will leave two of its 10 bowl spots open to at-large selections.
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Chapter 5: Chair Interaction with Academic Dean, Vice Provost and the ProvostOverview
Being a successful chair requires vision and passion - and a little creativity. First and foremost, a chair must possess a keen sense of vision:
- Where is the department today?
- Where does it need to be in the future?
The department's program review should be one of the crucial places where these questions are explored. These questions are addressed in the program review are revisited each year through the Integrated Annual Report.
Vision plays a critical role in hiring decisions as the future of the department is shaped by the faculty who teach its classes and advise its students. Vision also governs short-term and long-term decisions regarding curriculum matters.
Passion for the department and its program helps the chair inspire the faculty of the department to continually improve courses, curriculum and advising. Additionally, passion fuels the chair's resolve to make hard decisions and lead the department.
Problem solving relies on creativity: can the chair come up with possible solutions to challenges and opportunities facing the department? Can the chair consider the needs of their department as well as others, collaborating with their peers and 'give and take' where appropriate?Interaction with the Academic Dean
The academic dean has the broad perspective of strengths, needs, and opportunities within and between the academic departments. Accordingly, the academic dean plays several important roles, including but not limited to:
- Leadership, Planning, Communication
- Coordinate planning for department assessment and promote best practices
- Read annual reports and prepare division executive summary; respond to department chairs with questions or concerns regarding the reports
- Facilitate work on the strategic plan as it relates to academic departments/programs
- Promote interdisciplinary faculty work, interdepartmental/cross-divisional alliances, and interdisciplinary programs
- Schedule and organize chair meetings
- Promote opportunities for partnerships between chairs and program directors with the external world
- Work with department chairs on department budget issues
- Assist the department chair with student issues or problems
- Assist the department chair with issues or problems within the department or between faculty
- Encourage, facilitate course innovation
- Monitor course planning and scheduling
- Provide insight on the department hiring plan and request(s)
- Monitor and promote participation in the Common Curriculum
- Work with the assistant dean for the Common Curriculum to assess the Common Curriculum as a whole and in parts
Essentially, the chair should consult with the academic dean on issues and opportunities. The vice provost and the provost rely upon input from the academic dean in decision making. In addition, the academic dean has a broader perspective of activities across curriculum, which can be highly valuable in problem solving. An effective department chair partners with the academic dean as creative problem solvers, i.e. what possible ways can they imagine to solve this issue and meet everyone's needs? The academic dean is an advocate for the chair and his/her department.
The academic dean will hold meetings of chairs and/or all faculty as appropriate to carry out academic affairs business. Meetings may include all department chairs, divisional department chairs, or various subsets of department chairs as necessary.
For additional areas needing interaction with division heads, see Chapter 2, Course Offerings subsection; Chapter 4, Problems with Department Faculty Members subsection; Chapter 6, Travel subsection; and Chapter 7, Authorization to Hire and Campus Interviews subsections.
Chairs are required to provide a number of reports to Academic Affairs officers:
- Staffing reports, including hiring requests (by June 1st)
- Annual reviews of probationary faculty (by June 30th)
- Annual department reports (by June 30th)
The vice provost oversees hiring, the tenure and promotion process, and academic centers. The vice provost serves on the Strategic Directions Council and on Cabinets at both institutions. The vice provost plays a significant role in strategic planning for Academic Affairs. Chairs should consult with the vice provost for such issues as:
- Hiring process for faculty and staff
- Work with various academic centers
- Work between academic departments and other institutional units
- Tenure and promotion process
- Academic initiatives that involve wider institutional participation
The hiring process is described in Chapter 7. Chairs need to keep one critical thing in mind: CSB/SJU wants each search to be professional and thorough - and to lead to the hiring of a wonderful faculty member, one who will hopefully have successful third year and tenure reviews. Accordingly, a failed search is preferred over a bad hiring decision.Annual reviews of probationary faculty
Chapter 4 addresses the mentoring of department faculty. Evaluations are an important element in the development of probationary faculty. Chairs need to be honest in their feedback and provide clear recommendations that the probationary faculty member can address. Annual reviews of probationary faculty are required to be submitted to the Vice Provost's Office by June 30th.Integrated Annual Report (IAR)
Annual reports fit into a continuum that stems from the program review. Each program review seeks to answer four fundamental questions:
- What are the current strengths and weaknesses of the program?
- On the basis of what evidence have these strengths and weaknesses been identified?
- What steps can the program take to sustain and build upon its current levels of success?
- How can the institutions better support the program in fulfilling its mission?
The work of a good program review results in a number of goals that address these questions. A solid assessment process provides continuing input to departments on progress made in curricular and pedagogical improvements - and changes needed. The primary purpose of the department annual report, then, is to provide an update as to goal accomplishments and the challenges that have arisen. It draws upon the periodic program reviews and annual assessment efforts as well as other sources of information. The Academic Policies, Standards and Assessment Committee has developed integrated reporting procedures for the Annual Report that recognize the inter-related nature of program review, assessment and annual departmental reflection.
The Integrated Annual Report is submitted to the Academic Dean's office by June 30.Provost's Role
The provost is responsible for leading the academic life of the institution and is the chief academic officer for the College and University. The provost holds a weekly staff meeting with key staff, including the vice provost, academic dean, the associate dean and the academic budget analyst. These staff meetings cover the 'nuts and bolts' business of the academic mission of our colleges. Opportunities, challenges, and issues that chairs would like to see addressed at this level should be raised by the chairs to the academic dean.
The provost plays an important role in the third year review, tenure, and promotion decision process, providing guidance to the presidents based on the recommendations of the Rank and Tenure Committee. The provost considers carefully the evaluations and recommendations for third year review, tenure, and promotion made by department chairs. The general process for the tenure and promotion process is first, peer review (departmental and R&T committee), second is provost review, third is presidential review, and finally the Board review.
As the chief academic officer, the provost is the final decision for all areas of Academic Affairs. However, department chairs work with the delegates of the provost (such as the assistant dean, associate dean, academic dean, vice provost, registrar, or center directors) before meeting with the provost.Chairs' Meetings
Chairs should attend the scheduled chairs' meetings and report decisions/actions to department members in a timely fashion. If the chair is unable to attend a scheduled meeting, the chair should designate someone from the department to attend in his/her place.Selection of Chair
The term for chair is typically 3 years with opportunity for renewals. The process of chair review begins in the current chair's third year, initiated by the academic dean. In consultation with the chair, the department participates individually or collectively. The academic dean oversees the process. An appointment as chair is by the president, on recommendation of the provost.
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Philip Phillips vs. Glee: Who Sang "Home" Better? (VIDEOS)
Jessica Sanchez is preparing to make her acting debut on Glee next year, but Phillip Phillips snuck in his own cameo on the hit series last week!
The American Idol Season 11 champ's double-platinum song, "Home," was covered by recent grads of McKinley High School during an impromptu reunion in their alma mater's auditorium. They also combined P2's song with lines from Simon & Garfunkel's "Homeward Bound."
The cast of Glee can hardly do wrong, but is their version better than Phillip's original take on the song? Listen to both renditions below and let us know what you think!
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