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This thread actually has me concerned. No conspiracy theories of course but still the idea behind it is destined for failure. Here is why:
1. People often post their feelings in new threads as say after page 5 - only the ones engaged in argument seem to keep reading. So say this thread reaches 187 pages? Who is going to want to read it let alone post to it?
2. I think you are shooting yourself in the foot. You don't want to risk full time moderation of this forum for fear of outcries and the fact that it would actually require more than one person to do it. Checking the stats, the SWG forum is one of the most busy forums post and traffic wise. Sure there is a lot of negativity but we simply cannot post our thoughts on the official forums now can we? And this has become the unofficial news and rumor source for the game on the web. So what to be done? I guess this thread and once it is clear that fails?
3. I don't see this kinda thing on the Dark and Light forum or others so targetting this one is cause and effect. I am interested in the cause and what the cause was meaning to effect. You adopt this solution as a blanket - then perhaps it might be taken seriously. Pinpoint one audience and it most likely will be viewed as targetted suppression.
I am a big fan of your site. And would like to continue to be so please have some more dialogue with us on the matter.
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Time U enjoyed wasting was not wasted
about time we got a sticky! Thank you very much.
I'll paste some of my important posts here.
"A Warning to Potential New SWG Players - 5/23/06
You will be paying for a beta-phase game.
The game just recently got drastically changed with the NGE. Many things aren't yet functioning as they should. Expect lots of bugs.
Even as we speak, there are constant new concepts, strategies, and ideas being tested in the test servers. What does this mean? THE GAME IS NOT FINISHED (again). Expect your game to change independently of your progress. Frequently as well.
SOE has a tradition to change things drastically without deeply contemplating the consequences on the game.
They have been doing so with SWG for 3 years now.
I suggest the profession revamps in particular if you seek proof, the chef revamp is a great example, among many others.
Again, for emphasis, you will be paying for a beta phase game.
You can take the "it's a SW mmo" excuse if that for itself is justification enough to pay these people.
You were warned. The money is still yours.
In response to Pirrg's post, "SWG is improving, just give it some time" - 05/22/06:
"(...) the game got rushed and released before they had the time to consider and balance all the skills/professions. That in itself does not mean the game idea was impossible to function because they never took the time to really adjust things right.
Everytime they tried to fix or adjust anything, they'd do it in a crude, brute, and blunt way. Example: just about every profession revamp was meant to make a weak profession "awesome", instead of attempting to make it an average or normally functioning profession. I remember the chef revamp clearly. Chef sucked, the food was worthless. What did they do? instead of incrementally adjusting the modifiers patiently until the profession would balance out, they went ahead and introduced a bunch of "kick-ass" new foods that gave anyone under its effect a new-god-status. Everyone and their mom suddenly was learning chef.
The game was released unfinished and they tried really hard to unbalance it, truth be told."
In response to Ixontes' post "I joined the darkside" - 05/22/06:
"I still can't forgive SOE for having 3 entire years to learn from their mistakes and be careful with their decisions and actions, particularly the traumatic ones, and still be so stubborn as to not give us the real reasons for those changes and keep feeding us the iconic and starwarsy-tasting remedy. I spit it out already, I won't swallow it again.
They treat us like children with their corporate apologies. Have the balls to say everything was broken and extremelly costly to maintain. I'd give them my respect back and maybe my money a few years down the road, once they finish re-beta everything.
I know that you will keep paying and hoping the game will eventually be "fixed" but seriously, I have heard that tune far too long, and even if they now really are trying, you will still be paying for a beta.
I played and payed beta for far too long, what can I say.
The least I can ask from anyone playing the game atm, is to put pressure on those guys to hurry the hell up before any other game outdoes this one, and that shouldn't be taking too long. Either that or compromise by giving us pre-CU servers, but I'll probably have reached 3rd age before I see that day."
and finally, where do we stand?
I am quite sure you could do the legwork, type out a well written constructive article about SOE's failings and submit it to here with a chance of it getting it posted or posting it as a thread yourself Clackamas. Stradden isn't some investigative reporter, he is a news manager.
I beleive this site is here to keep the fanbase up to date on MMO news and happenings, not try to be the Heraldo Rivera of the MMO news industry.
And btw, MMORPG.COM most certainly did report the vets side of the NGE debacle in their first podcast, or was it the second perhaps...
- Scaris
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Originally posted by Clackamas
So you just want everyone to be lead into a dislike for SOE instead of deciding for themselves. You are sitting there piping about making sure the vets get their side reported when it already has, and then you don't actually want to do the work yourself.
Perhaps they don't want to listen to the disgruntled customer because they know in reality the truth of the event is probably somwhere in the middle and not on the raving lunatics side of the evil corporations side.
And apparently you feel everyone EXCEPT you are sheep lead by the media?
- Scaris
"What happened to you, Star Wars Galaxies? You used to look like Leia. Not quite gold bikini Leia (more like bad-British-accent-and-cinnamon-bun-hair Leia), but still Leia nonetheless. Now you look like Chewbacca." - Computer Gaming World
Naw I am not the only one but one of the few. The rest are lead by media because they can't be bothered, have never been taught or failed to learn critical thinking skills. And applies to both fanbois and pro pre-CU/pre-NGE posters alike.
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Exactly. A change as drastic as the NGE was beggin for nothing less than thread after thread of intense discussion. All it takes is for anyone to say something along the lines of "I like this because..." and it's bait.
This is all fine.. but lets get back to the purpose of this thread... why do we need a special thread? And why isn't the news of SOE mistreatment of customers and games not getting a news article out of MMORPG?
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"Eliminate the Impossible, and whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth"
Independant media.. Good gravy what could that mean? IMHO im guessing mmorpg was threatened in some way shape or form from SOE about all the "negativve" feedback that has been coming through here.
We gets posts from people with 2 or 3 posts to their credit about how the game is best.
Now we get this..
Obviously its your forums and you can run them however you see fit. I think its crazy though to think people will only post their hatred of SOE in this forums, while ignoring any other topic that comes up.
SOE is now reaping the rewards from what they have sewn. Let them deal with this on their own. I am pretty sure they dont need help from you guys..
Having access to a billion $ IP - Billions of dollars..
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SWG used to be good. NGE ruined it without a doubt.
And it couldn't be the obvious could it? It has to be SOE threatening them..
It couldn't be they don't want their public image to be a bunch of raving disgruntled ex-fans re-hashing the NGE debacle over and over again chasing off newcomers that want to post constructively? Couldn't be MMORPG.COM interested in their own image to the industry, no that would make too much sense.
- Scaris
"What happened to you, Star Wars Galaxies? You used to look like Leia. Not quite gold bikini Leia (more like bad-British-accent-and-cinnamon-bun-hair Leia), but still Leia nonetheless. Now you look like Chewbacca." - Computer Gaming World
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"what a boring life, HATING everything" -Gorilla Biscuits
Naw I am not the only one but one of the few. The rest are lead by media because they can't be bothered, have never been taught or failed to learn critical thinking skills. And applies to both fanbois and pro pre-CU/pre-NGE posters alike.
In essence it seems you are referring to "outside of the box thinking " . Yes in many cases the mass public tends to "follow the herd" so to speak . Yet in most cases within , It usually amounts to a comfort factor . Usually out of the box thinking tends to lean toward a chaotic sense of reality . Which I am far guilty of . Therefor what comes out of my mouth in real life often leaves many completely clueless , what it is I am saying to them .
But in regards to this actual topic . I fail to see much out of the box thinking taking place on either side of the coin .Most people cling to one side of the issue , Totally ignoring any stance that differs from their own . That is the epitome of sheepish thinking imo . I would say if you cling to the belief that SOE are "evil" . WIthout looking at things on their end as a buisness not as a charity (that owes you something) . Its is so inside the box I don't think you could possibly get out . Just as if you fail at all to see why people were mad , And feel SOE has done nothing wrong .
Yes there are other "free" thinking individuals here. But a majority of them remain neutral and non offensive .
For every minute you are angry , you lose 60 seconds of happiness."-Emerson
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Has anyone investigated if the Better Business Bureau would get involved?
With SOE or MMORPG?
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"what a boring life, HATING everything" -Gorilla Biscuits
If that is the only reason you are here , I don't think MMORPG.com really cares to have your buisness .I know for sure I would not .
For every minute you are angry , you lose 60 seconds of happiness."-Emerson
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I agree. If the "hate" that is going around is due to the NGE, then this is an issue that spreads across many mmorpgs topics in general, because with what they've done, SOE has set a precedent. Whenever there is discussion about another mmorpg and changes to it, this SOE/SWG issues comes to the forefront. Hopefully, enough of this disapproval can be spread around to negate the precendent set by SOE/SWG, and so developers/publishers will looks down on this low tactic of changing their game, alienating veteran players in order to reach a new demographic and earn a few extra dollars.
With that said, I am proud to say that I am a fan of SOE, I love Everquest and Everquest II, and I have no hate at all. That doesn't mean I am alright with what they've done to SWG, and it certainly doesn't mean that I will stop expressing my opinions about it, in context with the topic of the thread.
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The problem is that this story is old. We covered the NGE when it came out, we reviewed it and I wrote a quite clear editorial on what I thought of the issue. The problem is that these boards are unusable by anyone who may still want to play the game because anyone who says anything about the game other than "I hate SOE" is chased out the front door before their second post.
A lot of what you guys complain about is fair comment, but really, its been a few months and frankly you've voted with your dollars by canceling your accounts. This thread is here and should easily be a warning for anyone who comes by these boards to see what is up if they did not know. All we want is for all users to be able to discuss things in peace, you guys long ago stopped allowing that, not only on this board but every other SOE boards.
On many of them, it's not even fair comment. Thus, to be fair across them all, we started a thread of this nature. If there are any new developments that cause you to hate SOE more, feel free to discuss them outside this thread. All we ask is that if you want to rant about how much you hate SOE, do it here. If you have a thoughtful discussion that does not involve death threats, then feel free to make new threads. Just end the hijacking of every thread and respect the original poster's desire to talk about whatever they wanted to talk about.
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Located between Atlanta and Athens, this popular park features exceptional mountain bike trails, a stroller-friendly nature trail, lakeside swimming beach, disc golf, paddling, fishing and more. Programs are often offered at the 1792 log fort. Overnight guests stay in yurts, cottages or a modern campground.
At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascade in the Southeast. Visitors can access the falls from a number of trails, ranging from easy to difficult. The park is just an hour north of Atlanta, featuring outstanding hiking and access to the famed Appalachian Trail.


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Darren Criss Reunites With TV Brother Matt Bomer — But Why?
Glee's Darren Criss (Blaine) and Matt Bomer were adorable when they played brothers last season, and it turns out that they love hanging out off-camera as well!
White Collar star Matt Bomer sadly hasn't been back to Glee since his hilarious appearance as Blaine's older bro Cooper in Season 3, Episode 15: "Big Brother." (Don't forget to point!) But that doesn't meant that Darren and Matt haven't stayed close.
Matt is currently filming a role on Ryan Murphy's NBC sitcom The New Normal (yippee!), and if that wasn't already enough handsomeness for one set, there was yet one more good-looking visitor on December 7.
Glee writer Michael Hitchcock, who plays Gary on The New Normal, spilled the beans with this tweet:
An Anderson brothers reunion...@darrencriss stopped by the set of @nbcthenewnormal to say hello to Matt Bomer, who is guesting.— Michael Hitchcock (@hitchmichael) December 8, 2012
Also, New Normal star Andrew Rannells tweeted a pic of Darren and Matt with the cast, saying that it was an "amazing Friday," thanks to Darren's "drive-by" visit.
No fair! How come we don't get to hang out with Matt and Darren on a regular basis?
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Jonathan Groff's TV Show Cancelled
Sad news for fans of Jonathan Groff (Jesse St. James). The Glee guest star's new television show has been cancelled.
All this fall, Jonathan had a regular role on the Starz drama, Boss, which starred Kelsey Grammer as a scheming Chicago mayor suffering from a neurological disease that kept getting worse.
"After much deliberation, we have made the difficult decision to not proceed with Boss," Starz said in a statement, via Entertainment Weekly. "We remain proud of this award-winning show, its exceptional cast and writers, and are grateful to Kelsey Grammer, Farhad Safinia and our partners at Lionsgate TV."
The show, which earned Kelsey a Golden Globe but never really managed to excel in ratings or viewers, featured Jonathan as Ian, a calculating and power-hungry staffer working for Kelsey's Mayor Kane. It was a "very sexual" role, and the sort of scenes Ian took part in would likely make even the new Rachel Berry blush ever-so-slightly.
We're sad to see any project with Jonathan come to an end, but we can't say we're too upset to hear that this schedule just opened up. If Glee ever wanted to bring him back to Season 4 on a more long-term basis — you certainly wouldn't hear us complain one bit!
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Thirteen local businesses and community leaders are teaming up with the Salvation Army on Saturday to stir up some good food for a good cause.
The second Kettle Cook-Off will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on Newberry Street in downtown Aiken. Admission is $5 per person, which allows them to sample the 13 "tasty creations in a Crock-Pot," according to Salvation Army Capt. Angela Repass. Families of four to five people will be $20, families of six to seven will be $25, and families of eight to 10 will be $30.
A red Salvation Army kettle will be placed on each table while attendees sample the slow cooker creations.
"You vote on which one is your favorite by dropping some money in the kettle on their table," Repass said.
The team whose kettle has the most money will win a variety of prizes, including Steeplechase tickets, gift cards and gift certificates.
In addition to the tasty samples, there will be other foods for purchase including hot wings, hot dogs, popcorn and drinks, as well as a bake sale.
For the kids, there will be bounce houses, face painting, temporary tattoos, craft stations, a basketball shoot and corn hole. There will also be live music throughout the day, with performances by the Salvation Army band from Augusta, a clogging group and a praise band.
All proceeds benefit the Salvation Army and its outreach programs, which include the homeless shelter, its social services department, its Christmas program, which provides toys, clothing and food for needy families, and the Boys & Girls Club.
"I gave a challenge to my employees last year, because what we've been doing is fine but I wanted something exciting," Repass said. "One of my employees submitted this idea and that's what I chose."
Last year's event raised more than $1,500, which Repass said was more than she expected. This year, their goal is $2,500.
"I think we can pull it off," she said.
Aiken Public Safety will have the northbound lanes of Newberry Street closed during the event, but the southbound lanes will remain open.
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HAMBURG, NY - Matt Saxton's goal, in the 75th minute, put a scare in Medaille College who went on to capture a 2-1 Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference win over the Hawks in men's soccer September 25. Hilbert played a competitive game against the 8-1 (2-0) league leaders and had their opportunities to even the score, but time ran out before the Hawks could tie the game.
Medaille opened the scoring just six minutes into the game when Cory Carter netted his third goal of the season. Hilbert played aggressive defense and pushed when they could on offense before intermission. Hilbert had only two fewer shots (10-8) and corner kicks (4-2) than the Mavericks at the break.
Both teams took three shots apiece early in the second half before James Turner connected for Medaille's eventual game winner at 61:07. Fourteen minutes later Saxton earned his first goal (Mario Williams assist) which gave the Hawks new life. Hilbert attacked offensively, looking to set up their front line for one-on-one break a ways, and they were also solid defensively, interrupting the Maverick passing.
By the final horn, Medaille held a 21-14 shots advantage and 10-5 corner kick lead. Jeremy Kraska was credited with five saves in the loss while Medaille Nick Kurtz made 2.
Hilbert's next AMCC game is at Pitt-Greensburg September 29 (3pm) following the women's game.
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PRESTONSBURG - Prestonsburg High School senior Trey Stapleton spent part of the month of January in Phoenix, Ariz., competing in the Perfect Game MLK Championship. Stapleton played for the Bluegrass Stars, a team coached by Bryan Station High School's Eddie Brooks and Ben Eubank. The Prestonsburg High School senior thrived during the event, earning a spot as a pitcher on the all-tournament team. Only one other teammate, Bryan Station standout Elijah Burdette, made the all-tournament.
Stapleton turned in an outstanding effort on the mound, registering seven strikeouts opposed to only one hit and a walk. The Prestonsburg hurler didn't allow any earned runs in four innings and his fast ball clocked in at over 80 miles per hour. Stapleton also showed a good knuckle ball during the national tournament.
When he wasn't pitching, Stapleton played third base and first base for the Stars. In nine plate appearances, Stapleton connected for four hits and drew a pair of walks.
Stapleton and the Stars played four games in the tournament and showed improvement in each outing.
Stapleton's experience included playing on three difference fields, two of which are the spring training homes of Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox. The Bluegrass Stars faced a team in their opening game that featured a player who had already received a multi-million dollar deal from the White Sox.
"It was a great opportunity for me and I feel very fortunate to have been invited and had the chance to play in the tournament," Stapleton said. "Not only did I have the chance to see great competition, I also had a good game against top level competition. This was a great experience and one of the greatest times of my life."
Likening the chance to play in the Perfect Game tournament to a "springboard" to his senior season, Stapleton is anxious to take the field as a Prestonsburg Blackcat in his final prep campaign.
Stapleton and his Prestonsburg High School baseball teams will start preseason practice in the middle of the month.


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Who should apply to the Tepper School?
Successful Tepper MBA candidates come from a wide variety of backgrounds and profiles. We encourage interested candidates to focus on the middle 80% range, rather than the mean or median, when reviewing class profile and considering whether or not they should apply. For example, half of our students have GMAT scores below the average, and although most students have between 2 and 8 years of professional experience, there are several who joined the Tepper School directly after their undergraduate study or have more than 8 years of experience. We are seeking candidates from all academic disciplines and generally our class includes approximately 50 percent who come from non-technical backgrounds.
We like to remind students that the only sure thing to count on in the admission process is that you cannot get in if you don't apply! If you have any questions regarding your candidacy, the admissions team would be happy to speak with you. Feel free to contact us to arrange a meeting with one of our counselors.
To be considered for admission, you need to submit a complete application portfolio that includes the following documents: online application form; unofficial transcripts from each college or university attended (including the associated grading scales) at both the graduate and undergraduate level; one letter of reference; official GMAT scores; official TOEFL or IELTS scores (for applicants whose native language is not English); affidavit of financial support (only for students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents); current resume; employment record; required essays; and application fee. Our application checklist provides further information on the application process.
When should I apply? What are the application deadlines? When will I receive my decision letter?
We keep our deadlines and decision release dates updated online, so our website is the best reference to check on deadlines that keep your process on track.
No single component in the application portfolio is more important than any other. We view each candidate in a holistic fashion and understand that one area of development may be effectively offset by a strength in another area.
May I receive a Fee Waiver?
Fee waivers are granted in some circumstances. To request an application fee waiver, you need to submit a letter to the Tepper School Masters Admissions Office detailing why you should be considered for the waiver. Requests will be reviewed on an individual basis.
In appreciation and gratitude for their service to our country, all U.S. military personnel and veterans receive an automatic fee waiver. For an application fee waiver, please contact Debbie Macedonia.
If I am not admitted to the program, can I re-apply?
Yes, we welcome candidates who wish to re-apply in a subsequent year. It is common for us to welcome re-applicants to a new class each fall, and we encourage re-applicants to learn more about the process and our guidelines. If you are re-applying, you do need to submit a new application; however, we will waive the application fee and only require one new letter of recommendation. Please visit our Re-applicants page for more information needed in order to re-apply.
How will I receive my admissions decision?
Our primary means of communicating with all candidates is via email, so please make sure to use a personal email address that you will be able to access throughout the application process. Also, make sure to update your online profile if your email address changes. All admission decisions are released to candidates using our online application system. You will be notified by email when your decision is ready for viewing and you will need your login/password to access your admission decision. A hard copy of admission offer letters will also be mailed to the postal address listed on your application.
Are there restrictions regarding who can apply for the Part-Time Online Hybrid MBA?
Residents of certain states are ineligible to apply for enrollment in courses and programs delivered via distance education.
For Carnegie Mellon courses and programs delivered via distance education only: Carnegie Mellon is not able to accept students who are residents of Alabama, Arkansas and Minnesota for enrollment in courses and programs delivered via distance education because it has not applied for or received authorization from these states to deliver courses and programs via distance education to residents of these states. Carnegie Mellon has not currently applied for or received authorization from these states because Carnegie Mellon has determined that the administrative and other requirements to obtain and maintain authorization for its distance education courses and programs that would otherwise be delivered to residents of these states, including the fees charged by these states and the additional administrative costs associated with doing so, are disproportionately burdensome, excessive and/or prohibitive, at least at the present time.
Attention residents of Alabama, Arkansas, and Minnesota:
If you are a resident of Alabama, Arkansas or Minnesota, you are not eligible to apply for enrollment in Carnegie Mellon courses and programs delivered via distance education. Note, however, that residents of Alabama, Arkansas and Minnesota are eligible to apply for enrollment in all other Carnegie Mellon courses and programs, including those offered at any of its various campus locations.
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What does the typical student look like?
There is no such thing as a "typical" student. He or she does not exist! Although our most recent class has a high proportion of students from engineering/science backgrounds, we are seeking candidates from all academic disciplines. Consider this: in a typical year, approximately half of our students come from non-technical backgrounds. In other words, you don't need to be an engineer to achieve great things at the Tepper School. Remember: the only sure-thing in the admissions process is that you can't get in if you don't apply!
What is the average GPA?
You can find the average GPA of our most recent class on our class profile. However, the admissions committee examines the applicant's entire academic record, not just the GPA. We look at grade trends, the major, courses taken as well as the rigor of the program and institution. We encourage interested candidates to focus on the middle 80 percent instead of the mean or median GPA.
How important is the GMAT/GRE to my application?
We are often asked about the role of test scores, and we encourage interested candidates to focus on the test score range, rather than the mean or median, when reviewing class profile factors and considering whether they should apply. Consider this: half of our entering class of students have GMAT scores below the median. Similarly, although most students have between two and eight years of professional experience, there are several that joined the Tepper School directly from their undergraduate program and others that have more than eight years of experience.
Am I required to take the GMAT/GRE? When should I take the GMAT/GRE? What is the average GMAT/GRE score? Is there a minimum GMAT/GRE score required to apply to the Tepper School of Business?
All MBA applicants must complete either the GMAT or the GRE. Since both tests are now offered year round, the examination can be taken at any time. However, you should take the test no later than the application deadline for which you are applying. This is the second year that we will be accepting GRE scores. As such, there is not yet a GRE average. There is no minimum score required for either test.
What if I take the GMAT/GRE more than once?
When reviewing your application, our admissions committee always uses your best GMAT/GRE score at the time of application.
What is the minimum TOEFL score?
A minimum score of 600 PBT/250 CBT/100 IBT is required for international students entering the MBA program.
May I waive the TOEFL/IELTS?
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required of applicants whose native language is not English. The only exception is for applicants who have completed and earned the equivalent of a U.S. 4-year degree OR a 2-year graduate degree at a university where the language of instruction is English. A statement indicating that the primary language of instruction was English should be listed on the academic documents. If the academic document does not include this statement, an official letter from the University Registrar indicating English as the mode of instruction for the entirety of the degree.
On average, how many years of full-time work experience do most accepted candidates have?
Most of our MBA students fall in a range of two to eight years of post-undergraduate professional experience. You can find the work experience average of our most recent class on our class profile. However, all factors are also reviewed and evaluated: the impact a candidate has made on his or her company, growth in responsibility over time, leadership experience, and other factors are used when evaluating experience.
Significant professional experience is not a requirement for application to the Tepper School. We recognize that the contributions students make to the Tepper School community come in a variety of shapes and sizes. We seek diversity in all dimensions and welcome applications from exceptionally talented and motivated individuals who may not yet have significant experience. When reviewing an application, the admissions committee is seeking to understand an individual's potential for professional success and is more interested in the quality of a person's experience. Think about the impact you've already had on your organization, whether you've led a team, a project or an initiative. Be prepared to share examples of your teamwork and leadership experiences.
Are there any pre-requisites?
MBA applicants must hold the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate an aptitude for mathematics. Entering MBA students must have completed one semester of college calculus or statistics or demonstrate other evidence of mathematics capability. Candidates who do not meet the math requirements may be admitted with the provisions that they complete the necessary math courses prior to joining the program. We offer a Math Skills Review Workshop during our BaseCamp orientation for students who would like a review before classes begin.
Do you accept 3-year undergraduate degrees?
We will consider applicants who hold a 3-year undergraduate degree. In general, due to the highly competitive nature of our applicant pool, candidates with additional education beyond their 3-year degree are more competitive.
Admissions Process
1) Time: Due to the large volume of mail that we receive during our application deadlines, please allow 10-14 days for your application materials to be processed. As our office reviews mail and processes the supporting documents, your online status will be updated.
2) Inconsistency in the applicant's name as represented in supporting documents: We recommend that you ensure that all materials arriving for your application have consistency in your name. If you realize that there is a discrepancy (e.g., a maiden name), please contact our office at 412-268-5687 or email@example.com.
All MBA candidates enrolled in the MBA Program complete a required core curriculum in addition to 90 units of electives for a total of 192 units (Please note that students pursuing a dual degree may have a different total unit requirement). Most business school subjects range from 6 to 12 units based on an approximation of weekly class hours and outside preparation time.
The MBA Curriculum is a helpful reference for reviewing course flow and specific core and elective courses as well as timing for Accelerate Leadership Center workshops, internship/job interviewing and Capstone courses.
We are constantly seeking ways to tailor programs to meet new demands. At present, we offer several collaborative programs in law, software engineering, computational finance, healthcare policy, engineering, and public policy. If you are considering a dual degree, please review the details as well as admissions requirements, which differ with each option.
Do you accept any transfer credit?
No. The Tepper School does not accept any transfer credits from any other MBA Program.
Student Life
Among the advantages of being the smallest school among the Top 15 B-schools is the rare, special culture associated with the Tepper School community. We are a tight-knit, collaborative, energetic community that values high performance and standards alongside humility and exceptional collaboration and teamwork. When a new class of students arrives, we ensure that all spouses and partners are included in key orientation events. The role of students' families is vital to a successful academic experience, and we don't take the valuable involvement of partners for granted! From our weekly Friday social hours (nicknamed B**rs) to welcome and award events, Tepper Partners are invited to become involved with many aspects of student life.
Tepper Partners and their families have access to all Carnegie Mellon recreational facilities, libraries, Partners Club events, and a host of other services designed to ensure that life during grad school is a memorable highlight for students as well as their families.
Should I be out in my application essays?
As with all candidates, the information you include in your application essays is a personal choice. One of our primary objectives is to get to know you better and evaluate how you will contribute to the Tepper School community. If you are comfortable sharing this information with the Tepper School's Admissions Committee and you feel that your experience as an LGBT individual will help demonstrate your candidacy for business school, we would appreciate hearing your story. Also, mentioning your participation in LGBT-related clubs and organizations can help show that you are engaged in your community, another attribute we look for in MBA candidates.
What about partners?
Partners are a very important part of the Tepper School community. We welcome partners to participate in any school activity open to significant others. Also, partners can find an important community and network of their own in the Tepper Partners Club.
What does Out&Allied do?
Out&Allied provides a supportive environment to enhance the social, academic, and career experiences of current and prospective lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, allies, and partners at the Tepper School of Business. Out&Allied gives forum for students to voice career concerns as it relates to the work place understanding and acceptance of LGBT individuals. Out&Allied provides this support on campus by promoting respect for the diversity at the Tepper School and the value this diversity lends to our education and future work places. We aim to link the social and professional network of the LGBT Tepper community to similar groups from other business schools and facilitate dialog with employers who value a diverse workplace.
Can I be put in contact with a LGBT student or alum?
Certainly. The tight-knit community at the Tepper School is best appreciated upon meeting and talking to our current students. They are not only our best ambassadors, but they are a great resource to find out what it will be like to be a student, to live in Pittsburgh, and to have other questions about the program and culture answered straight-forwardly.
A current student that might be helpful to you is Maxim Vanhencxthoven, VP of Admissions and Communications for the Out & Allied Club. If you are interested in speaking with an alum, please contact Marissa Fang.
For additional information, please contact the Tepper Masters Admissions Office.
Should I be out in recruiting?
Like many aspects of the search for employment, that is up to the individual student. In our experience, being out has not negatively impacted students at the Tepper School. Each student is encouraged to understand what is important to them on all dimensions, and in exploring career opportunities, to seek employers who are a good match for them personally.
What if I don't want to be out?
Although we are able to provide you with a supportive network to discuss personal and professional matters, you certainly do not have to be out at the Tepper School, if you would prefer. This is your personal choice, and we are here to offer you our support, if you should need it.
Does the University have a nondiscrimination policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity?
Yes. For more information, please read Carnegie Mellon University's Statement of Assurance.
Military and Veteran
As a US active duty soldier or veteran, am I eligible for an application fee waiver?
Yes, as a GMAC Military-Friendly Business School, we will waive the $200 application fee for active duty US military personnel, veterans and retirees. Please contact Debbie Macedonia to discuss their fee waiver.
Does my military experience count as professional experience?
Yes! You can utilize multiple areas in the application to highlight your military experience. Use specific examples in your essays and interview, give a brief overview in your resume including your titles, and additional details in the employment record. Show your role and growth as a leader by noting promotions and including details such as how many people you were leading or the value of the equipment for which you were responsible.
Your recommenders can also highlight your roles, skills, and abilities in their letters. Candidates with military experience tend to have strong team and leadership experience (which we are looking for in applicants), so having your recommenders highlight how you performed in those situations adds another dimension to your application.
Also, we understand if because of security reasons you are not able to provide specific details of certain roles, events, or an extended period of time. Please make a note of that in the optional essay of the application if you think that it would be helpful to the Admissions team.
I have a number of questions and concerns about the application process, the MBA program, career opportunities, etc. Who can I just talk to about this?
Please feel free to email Debbie Macedonia, Associate Director of Masters Admissions, and she will be happy to schedule a time to talk over the phone. She can also help connect you with current students or recent alumni in the military community.
What if I am admitted into the program, but then my deployment orders are extended or my release date is pushed back, and I wouldn't be able to start classes on time?
While we usually do not grant admission deferrals, we feel that this situation is unique, and so we will defer your admission to the next year. Please make sure to contact Executive Director, Kelly R. Wilson to so they can assist you through this process.
Is the Tepper School participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program?
Yes, the Tepper School is participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program under the new GI Bill which assists in meeting the cost difference above the amount provided by the new GI Bill.
Also helpful for your financial planning would be reviewing your eligibility under the GI Bill as well as using the GI Bill calculator to get an idea of your eligibility in Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania also offers financial aid and grants to veterans and national guardsman.
Are there any scholarships?
Yes, all full-time MBA candidates are reviewed for merit-based scholarships.
How does the Tepper School assist in transitioning from the military to civilian career paths?
Many of our students are making a career transition. The Career Opportunities Center (COC) assists in many ways, and they get you started at BaseCamp Orientation before classes even begin.
They provide you with a suggested "road map" of tasks and things you should be doing in order to help make your career change successful and make you an attractive candidate for corporate recruiters. You also have the benefit of year-round coaching, mentoring, and interview skills workshops. And the support does not end with graduation, as the COC works with our alumni as well.
What happens if there is a duty assignment that causes me to miss classes for some period (ranging from a couple of months to as much as a year)?
We've had students in our program that have been in this situation, and they took a Leave of Absence. In this situation, you would work with the Student Services Office to make the arrangements for your time away and for when you return.
Does the Tepper School or Carnegie Mellon University have any military support organizations on campus?
There is a Military Veterans Association on campus started by Tepper MBA students. Also, second year students and alumni who have military experience help in the personal and professional transition and in positioning your military experience in an advantageous way for recruiters.
Is there an advantage for a vet to go full-time versus part-time?
Both are great options and deciding which program will depend on what will fit you best – keep in mind that our full and part-time programs share the same facility and faculty, and in the end, you graduate with the same degree. Some points to consider: We have vets in both programs. Do you want to work full-time while getting your MBA? The part-time program allows that flexibility. Are your career goals a big transition from your previous experience? If so, the internship component in the full-time program would be advantageous. The Admissions team would be happy to discuss with you further which program might be a good fit for you and your individual goals and situation.
What are some popular courses of study among military students at the Tepper School?
Some of the more popular areas among our military students seem to be finance, operations/logistics, entrepreneurship, consulting, general management, and the Dual MBA/MSPPM degree with Heinz College. But keep in mind that the flexibility of the program allows you many opportunities to explore and there are a wide variety of electives available - both at the Tepper School and across Carnegie Mellon's campus. The Tepper School has among the largest offering of electives of any Top 15 B-school, so feel free to take full advantage.
Campus Visits
May I visit the Tepper School of Business?
Visitors are always welcome! As a prospective student, you are encouraged to explore our program, campus environment, classroom, student experience, and, of course, the Pittsburgh region. Campus visitors are welcome Mondays through Thursdays, when classes are in session. Class visits, tours, meetings with students, and a weekly information session (Monday-Thursdays at 11:30) are among the options available when you visit. You can schedule a visit by calling us at (412) 268-5687.
We promise to provide a memorable, worthwhile experience when you visit, including attending a class and spending time with our current students and faculty. For this reason, visits are discouraged on Fridays and during the summer. Please visit our Campus Visits and Interviews page for additional information.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Ellen and Toby in the pool in June
My dog Toby passed away on Saturday at the age of 15 years and 5 months.
He became violently ill at 5:30 a.m., awakening us. That was followed by an hour of taking care of him and then a 30-mile drive to the only emergency clinic open to see if anything could be done.
I knew in my heart there could not be but one doesnt love an animal for 15 years and then not do what they can to save them.
He had surgery to remove skin growths two days before but had been fine since then.
The vet on call was not sure what was going on but mentioned internal bleeding and talked about cancer or a stroke.
He laid out his recommended treatment options and left the room for us to decide.
His options left a tiny little window of hope to me that I desperately wanted to grab but looking into my husbands eyes with tears streaming down my face, I knew there really was no hope.
We had spent the past three hours listening to and comforting a dog in severe pain.
But Toby is my heart. I have told him that often over the years.
He was my dog and I was his mom and anyone who has ever had the honor of having a dog choose them as their human, the one they will love unconditionally and follow anywhere knows, it is a special relationship.
Toby stayed in Aiken when I moved here. At his age, I was afraid the move would be detrimental to his health. But we still had our weekends together.
Toby was a rescue like our other dogs.
We convinced someone to sell him to us because we couldnt stand to see a little puppy chained in the back yard in all weather conditions.
He was the only dog we ever had that was a pure breed. They often have a lot of health problems bred in and he was no exception. He was deaf, and almost blind. He had epilepsy since birth, and a thyroid condition developed in old age.
But he was a fighter. He was the smallest of our four dogs but he made it clear to the others that he was the dominant one.
He truly would scrap to the death rather than let one of them win. Luckily, they just bowed and let him take his place at the head of the pack.
Toby had taken up swimming in the pool this year for the first time in his 15 years. I think he fell in enough that he decided he liked it and he took to swimming occasionally when it was hot.
But most of all we had Toby time. He followed me from room to room and when I would sit he would come to me and I would look into his eyes and pet him and talk to him.
Im not sure if he could hear me but he heard the message.
He was special and his mom loved him more than anything.
If he took a nap and woke and I had left the room, he frantically ran from room to room looking for me, until I was found and in his sight once more.
Standing in the emergency clinic in the early morning hours of Saturday, the tears flowed as I contemplated life without Toby.
Anyone who has lost a pet knows that it is heart breaking. Time will heal that pain, but it will be a while before that happens.
But Toby did the only thing he could do to ease my burden that day. As we stood there, I looked into his eyes and cried and talked to him as we tried to decide what to do and then he took a deep breath and simply passed away.
He took the decision out of our hands and made it for us. It was his final loving gesture to a family who had loved him as part of them for so long.
And in the end, what more can any of us hope for but to have been loved unconditionally, and to pass peacefully from this life to the next surrounded and comforted by those who loved us most.
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Manager: Silva return likely early 2015, potentially vs. Nick Diaz
Anderson Silva's manager, Ed Soares appeared on Monday's The MMA Hour, and discussed the return of The Spider from the devastating leg injury he suffered vs. Chris Weidman in their rematch.
"He's definitely coming back," said Soares, as transcribed by Shaun Al-Shatti for MMAFighting. "He's feeling good, he's training hard. Everything is good, man. Hopefully we'll see him back. We won't see him back any earlier than the end of this year or, most likely, the beginning of next year.
"There's always a chance (he comes back this year), but as of right now I think his mind is set on fighting at the beginning of next year."
"There's Michael Bisping, there's Cung Le. Even Nick Diaz. Nick Diaz has said he's wanted to fight him before. Nick Diaz wanted to box Roy Jones Jr. You could argue that Nick Diaz and Anderson probably have some of the best boxing in MMA, so we'll see what happens. Like we all know, so many things can change, the landscape of the sport can change so much in such a short amount of time.
"There's not a shortage of talent that the UFC has, so I'm sure the UFC is going to come up with a good plan on who the next opponent should be, and I'm sure it will be a good fight."


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Easter Arts Diary
Our cultural picks for the holiday ahead.
Our cultural picks for the holiday ahead.
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Easter Weekend at Aldeburgh Music, Suffolk IP17 1SP. 29-31 March
The Alderburgh is marking Benjamin Britten's veneration of Purcell with a weekend of concerts. Providing a snapshot of a powerful musical bond, the concerts will variously delve into musical history, bringing it up-to-date with a present generation of performers and composers.
There are two concert performances of Purcell's powerful opera, Dido and Aenas, set in Orford Church, while La Nuova Musica connects Purcell with his predecessor, John Blow. Featuring ensembles closely bound to the Aldeburgh, including a leading role for the young artist programme, the weekend is described as "a celebration of the patron saint of music and musicians whose feast day is Britten's own birthday".
Sutra, Sadler's Wells. London, EC1R 4TN. 3-6 April
After touring the globe, showing to audiences as far-flung as New Zealand and Singapore, Sutra returns to Sadler's Wells on Wednesday for its fifth anniversary. The collaboration between choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Turner Prize-winning sculptor Antony Gormley and 17 Buddhist monks from the Shaolin Temple in China has been described as "outstanding".
Polish composer Szymon Brzóska was specially commissioned to write the score, while Gormley's set of 21 wooden boxes provides a striking backdrop for a unique artistic production which explores the philosophy and faith behind the Shaolin tradition.
Nástio Mosquito: Nastia Answers Gabi. IKON gallery, Birmingham B1 2HS. Now-21 April
Following his appearance at the Tate Modern last November, artist, videographer, poet and provocateur Nástio Mosquito's latest exhibition reflects on the nature of our globalised world, with particular reference to representations of Africa and post-colonial clichés.
A notoriously irreverent artist, his videos are knowingly politically-incorrect. He picks apart the philosophical language familiar to the art world in order to convey his philosophical scepticism about contemporary society. Including videos in which he talks to his female equivalent Nástia, as well as a short scene in which he answers questions from renowned curator Gabi Ngcobo, Mosquito uses humour to explore post-colonial clichés and expresses an urgent desire to engage with reality on all levels.
Untold Stories. The Duchess Theatre, London WC2B 5LA. 22 March onwards
The National Theatre's critically-acclaimed double bill, featuring two auto-biographical recollections by Alan Bennett, is now showing at the Duchess Theatre for a 12-week run.
Hymn, the first of the two plays, is a memoir of music and childhood, directed by Nadia Fall to music by George Fenton. A nostalgic piece, it brings together Bennett's memories of concerts at Leeds Hall with stories of his father teaching him the violin.
Cocktail Sticks is directed by Nicholas Hytner and was first performed at the National Theatre last year. Described as "tender, touching and sad", it is inspired by themes and conversations from Bennett's memoir A Life Like Other People's. Alex Jennings play Alan Bennett in both pieces.
The Life and Sort of Death of Eric Argyle. Soho Theatre. London. 3-20 April.
Nominated for 'Best New Play' at the Irish Theatre Awards and off the back of a hugely successful Edinburgh and Dublin run, The Life and Sort of Death of Eric Argyle will be showing at the Soho Theatre throughout April. A play about a man who has barely lived enough to have regrets, critics have described it as "high accomplished" and a "marvellous production". Written by Dublin-based playwright Ross Dungan and performed by eight Irish actors, this exciting new play is story-telling at its best.


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Building equity vs. "throwing your money away"
Although it's often said that by owning a home, you're not "throwing your money away on rent." This may be true, but when you buy a home you will still throw money away on things that don't build any equity. These include:
In fact, these "throwaway" expenses are more than you'd likely spend on rent. If the only financial advantage to buying a home were building equity, it wouldn't be enough to offset these expenses, and it would be better to rent. The reason that buying is usually better than renting is not because you avoid throwing money away, it's because:
Freezing your monthly payments is where the real benefit is. Were it not for this, for many people it would make more sense to rent. This is the gem that makes home buying worthwhile. There are a couple of other advantages to buying:
You can stop making payments when the loan is paid off. This is a big advantage, but it doesn't get your costs down to zero. You will still pay for taxes, insurance, and maintenance even after your loan is paid off. On a home worth $180,000 that could be around $525/mo. Sure, that's better than the $1000/mo. you could be spending on rent, but it's not free.
You can deduct mortgage interest on your income taxes.
For most people this advantage is pretty small, but you can certainly calculate it in your own analysis if you want to be complete.


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Lung cancers are cancers that begin in the lungs. Other types of cancers may spread to the lungs from other organs. However, these are not lung cancers because they did not start in the lungs. When cancer cells spread from one organ to another, they are called metastases.
Research has found several risk factors for lung cancer. A "risk factor" is anything that changes risk of getting a disease. Different risk factors change risk by different amounts.
The risk factors for lung cancer include—
Different people have different symptoms for lung cancer. Some people don't have any symptoms at all. About 25% of people with lung cancer do not have symptoms from advanced cancer when their lung cancer is found. Lung cancer symptoms may include—
Other changes that can sometimes occur with lung cancer may include repeated bouts of pneumonia, changes in the shape of the fingertips, and swollen or enlarged lymph nodes (glands) in the upper chest and lower neck.
These symptoms can happen with other illnesses, too. People with symptoms should talk to their doctor, especially if they smoke, but even if they don't. Doctors can help find the cause.
A person's lung cancer diagnosis depends on the type of lung cancer present. The two main types of lung cancer are small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. Non-small cell lung cancer is more common than small cell lung cancer. These categories refer to what the cancer cells look like under a microscope.
The extent of disease is referred to as the stage. Information about how big a cancer is or how far it has spread is often used to determine the stage. Doctors use information about stage to plan treatment and to monitor progress.
There are several ways to treat lung cancer. The treatment depends on the type of lung cancer and how far it has spread. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. People with lung cancer often get more than one kind of treatment.
These treatments may be provided by different doctors on your medical team. Pulmonologists are doctors who are experts in diseases of the lungs. Surgeons are doctors who perform operations. Medical oncologists are doctors who are experts in cancer and treat cancers with medicines. Radiation oncologists are doctors who treat cancers with radiation.
People with lung cancer may experience symptoms caused by the cancer or by cancer treatments (side effects). Common symptoms caused by lung cancer include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, coughing up blood, pain, fever, and weight loss. Side effects vary depending on the type of treatment. People who want information about symptoms and side effects and those that can occur with their treatment plan should talk to their doctors. Also those with symptoms or concerns should discuss them with their doctors. Doctors can help answer questions and make a plan to control symptoms.
Research has found several risk factors for lung cancer. A risk factor is anything that changes the chance of getting a disease. Different risk factors change risk by different amounts.
The risk factors for lung cancer include—
Cigarette smoking causes lung cancer. In fact, smoking tobacco is the major risk factor for lung cancer. In the United States, about 90% of lung cancer deaths in men and almost 80% of lung cancer deaths in women are due to smoking. People who smoke are 10 to 20 times more likely to get lung cancer or die from lung cancer than people who do not smoke. The longer a person smokes and the more cigarettes smoked each day, the more risk goes up.
People who quit smoking have a lower risk of lung cancer than if they had continued to smoke, but their risk is higher than the risk for people who never smoked. As more people quit smoking, lung cancer rates will continue to fall, the percentage of lung cancers that occur in smokers will decrease, and the percentage of lung cancers that occur in people who have quit will rise.
Smoking also causes cancer of the voicebox (larynx), mouth and throat, esophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, cervix, and stomach, and causes acute myeloid leukemia.
Using cigars or pipes also increases risk for lung cancer, but not as much as smoking cigarettes.
Smoke from other people's cigarettes (secondhand smoke) causes lung cancer as well. Secondhand smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals, more than 50 of which cause cancer in people or animals. Every year, about 3,000 nonsmokers die from lung cancer due to secondhand smoke.
Several things may cause cancer in the workplace or even in the home. For example, radon gas causes lung cancer and is sometimes found in people's homes. Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that comes from rocks and dirt and can get trapped in houses and buildings. Examples of substances found at some workplaces that increase risk include asbestos, arsenic, and some forms of silica and chromium. For many of these substances, the risk of getting lung cancer is even higher for those who also smoke. Other substances may increase lung cancer risk as well.
Risk of lung cancer may be higher if a person's parents, siblings (brothers or sisters), or children have had lung cancer. This increased risk could come from one or more things. They may share behaviors, like smoking. They may live in the same place where there are carcinogens such as radon. They may have inherited increased risk in their genes.
Scientists are studying many different foods to see how they may change the risk of getting lung cancer. However, any effect diet may have on lung cancer risk is small compared with the risk from smoking. Eating a lot of fat and cholesterol might increase risk of lung cancer. Drinking a lot of alcohol may raise risk as well. However, it's hard to tell how much of the risk in people who drink is actually due to tobacco smoke, since many people both smoke and drink.
Some foods may actually help prevent lung cancer. Diets high in fruits and vegetables likely decrease cancer risk. Diets high in vitamin C, vitamin E, or selenium also may help protect against lung cancer. The effect of eating foods with carotenoids like beta-carotene on lung cancer risk is uncertain. Carotenoids can be found in carrots, sweet potatoes, and some green vegetables. Eating these foods may lower chances of lung cancer. Taking beta-carotene supplements (pills) is not recommended, however, since it may actually increase risk in some smokers.
There may be several ways to reduce your risk of developing lung cancer.
Tobacco use is the major cause of lung cancer in the United States. About 90% of lung cancer deaths in men and almost 80% of lung cancer deaths in women in this country are due to smoking. The most important thing a person can do to prevent lung cancer is to not start smoking, or to quit if he or she currently smokes.
Quitting smoking will lower risk of lung cancer compared to not quitting. This is true no matter how old one is or how much he or she smokes. The longer a person goes without smoking, the more his or her risk will improve compared to those who continue to smoke. However, the risk in people who have quit is still higher than the risk in people who have never smoked.
CDC helps support a national network of quitlines that makes free "quit smoking" support available by telephone to smokers anywhere in the United States. The toll-free number is 1-800-QUITNOW (1-800-784-8669), or visit smokefree.gov.
For smokers, avoiding other things that increase risk for lung cancer may help lower risk, but not as much as quitting smoking.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends that all homes be tested for radon. Radon detectors can be purchased or arrangements can be made for qualified testers to come into the home.
Health and safety guidelines in the workplace can help workers avoid things that can cause cancer (carcinogens).
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables may help protect against lung cancer.
Screening means testing for a disease when there are no symptoms or history of that disease. Doctors give a screening test to find a disease early on, when treatment may work better. Scientists have studied several types of screening tests for lung cancer. A review of these studies by experts shows that more information is needed. It is not known if these tests can help prevent deaths from lung cancer.
Examples of screening tests for lung cancer include—
There is fair evidence that low-dose CAT scans, chest X-rays, and sputum cytology can find cancers earlier than they would be found without screening, but there is little evidence that these screening tests actually prevent people from dying from lung cancer.
Screening also has its downside. Screening tests may find spots (abnormalities) in the lungs that are not cancers. However, a screening test does not always show the difference between cancers and other abnormalities that are not cancers. More tests may be needed to find out if the spot is a cancer. These tests might include removing a small piece of lung tissue for more testing (biopsy). This means that some people might have a surgical procedure even though they don't have cancer. These procedures have risks associated with them. They also can cause anxiety and cost money.
Experts do not know if the benefits of screening outweigh the potential harms. For these reasons, experts do not currently recommend for or against lung cancer screening. Screening for lung cancer with chest X-rays was once promoted by some experts, but researchers found out that people who were screened did not have a lower death rate than people who were not screened.
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Hi all.
Exactly a week ago my 33 year old girlfriend had a routine appointment with her OB/GYN. I usually accompany her but I had a very busy day at work so this particular time I couldn't. the OB/GYN found her BP to be a bit high <150/96> so they decided to keep her overnight. Her ankles and fingers were swollen due to liquid retention (this doesn't necessary mean she has PE, right?). around noon the next day they released her with a normal BP <136/82> but asked her to take a BP monitor home. She was asked to monitor her BP 3 times a day and call to the hospital in case her Diastolic reached 95 or above.
This week her BP has been between 120-140/76-90.
Yesterday, after a pretty hectic day of shopping and such, her BP peeked at 134/94. Needless to say we got a bit worried. We decided to sleep (it was half past twelve) and to call the hospital in the morning. This morning her BP was down to <126/80>. We were told by the doctor on the phone that since the BP had gone down again there was no reason to be alarmed. And that she should take it easy and rest.
Her urine levels have always been normal and no protein has ever been detected.
So, I'm wondering the following.
In your opinion is there any reason to be alarmed? Is this PE or simply irregular BP? Can this damage my GF and or the baby?
My GF is in week 38 and she's been set to give birth on the 15th of August.
Thanx in Advance.
P.S. we live in Denmark, Europe and the health system is a bit different here than in the US.


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Black Ops 2 zombie mode is a challenging, open-world nightmare of a campaign. The solo campaign should take notes.
I keep complaining that we're over-saturated with zombies. It's almost as if the zombie apocalypse has already begun.
Between video games, television, movies, and even fiction the undead menace continues to shamble its way through our lives—or at least through mine.
And yet, I've been quite pleased with most of it, complaints notwithstanding.
AMC's The Walking Dead has been quite good this season.
Ubisoft's Wii U launch title, ZombiU, is one of the more unique and innovative titles of 2012.
And Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 zombie mode is an excellent diversion from the campaign and competitive multiplayer.
Zombie mode is broken up into several different games, but the central piece of the puzzle is Tranzit. This is a small, but extremely difficult, campaign that you can play solo (if you're insane) or with friends. Either way it's hard. Death is permanent, sending you straight back to the beginning.
It's also open-world, unlike the Black Ops 2 solo campaign, which is odd but also great.
The blue-eyed zombies themselves aren't fast, but they manage to overwhelm you quickly if you're not on your toes. Ammo is scarce, and your knife—while very useful—isn't a great comfort when surrounded by a mob.
Basically you take a bus through this campaign as it sets down at several stops—a diner, a farm, etc—and along the way you can find new weapons, craft various upgrades, and set up barricades. The bus itself can be upgraded as well, and there's an intriguing fast travel system that can help you should you become separated from the group and the bus.
Honestly, I prefer the competitive multiplayer simply because the zombie mode can be so agonizing at times. I love hard games, but I'm a coward when it comes to permadeath. It's a lovely thing, and I'm glad Treyarch designed it this way, but it's exhausting at times; to get so far and then die. Maybe I'd feel differently if I played fewer games. Indeed, I wouldn't even take this as a criticism, just an observation.
Zombie mode gives Black Ops 2 even more replay value than it already has with its very good multiplayer. Survival-style maps played with two teams that can work together (before killing each other off) add a nice twist. The blend of co-op and competitive play is something I'd like to see more of in other games.
All told, between the zombie mode, the multiplayer, and the solo campaign (however lackluster the campaign may be) this is the best Call of Duty game I've played, standing leagues above Modern Warfare 3.
If Activision would only give its next game a campaign with the openness of this zombie mode, utilizing the innovation and challenge of this game's multiplayer, I think we could find ourselves with a campaign worthy of the rest of the package, rather than a big, blockbuster-style 8-hour tutorial.
I'd also like to see the solo campaign less story-driven with optional online or local co-op available from the get-go. I know cinematic video games are popular, but it would be cool to see the campaign spread its wings and really make use of all the game's mechanics.
Call of Duty doesn't need to hold our hands anymore. It certainly doesn't in zombie mode. There's no reason it needs to in its single-player campaign.


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