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The following ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for Conservation Education) educator workshops from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources are scheduled for April through August. Go to https://www.enticeworkshops.com for more details and to register. Continuing Professional Development Units are available at all ENTICE workshops. Experience ENTICE!
Introducing Early Childhood Students to Nature, Kendall County Forest Preserve District, Yorkville, May 10, 2014
You can make a lifelong difference with your early childhood students by introducing them to the wonders of the natural world! How do you do it? Where should you go? What tools do you need? What are the liability issues? These questions and many more will be answered during this workshop targeted to educators of grades prekindergarten through three. We'll go on a nature hike and will feature the Field Trip Pack from the IDNR. You'll take away numerous resources to use with young children when learning about nature. REGISTRATION FOR THIS WORKSHOP CLOSES AT 8:00 A.M. ON THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2014.
Schoolyard Wildlife Habitat Development, The Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, May 31, 2014
How's your habitat? Join us to learn how you and your students can take action to improve wildlife habitat on your school grounds. Educators of grades kindergarten through 12 will learn basic habitat design and development techniques. We'll assess what is already on the school grounds and what might be missing. We'll discuss utilizing the habitat to the support the school curriculum. Become aware of grant opportunities and obtain supplemental materials to help you get started with your own schoolyard habitat development.
Forest Ecology and Wildlife, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs, June 21, 2014
Wildlife species are important components of forests. From the leaf litter on the ground to the canopy in the sky, their presence helps to determine the health and stability of the forest ecosystem. The ecosystem in turn affects all wildlife species living in it. In this workshop for teachers of grades kindergarten through eight, we will explore the life history of wildlife populations, their interactions and their important role in the forest ecosystem.
Pollinators and the Prairie, The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, June 28, 2014
Explore the hidden world of pollinators and their unique relationship with the plants they pollinate. This workshop will give you a hands-on look at plants and pollinators in action, including a visit to The Morton Arboretum's prairie and beehives. You will experience hands-on activities that can be instantly implemented into your curriculum. Although targeted to teachers of grades kindergarten through five, all educators are welcome to register for this workshop but may need to adapt the materials for their students, as appropriate.
Illinois Prairies, Rock Springs Nature Center, Decatur, July 11, 2014
Imagining the vast prairies of Illinois' past is difficult, but you can visit an existing prairie if you join us for this workshop at Rock Springs Nature Center. Designed for educators of grades kindergarten through eight, you'll learn about prairie ecology as well as the history of the prairie in Illinois and how humans have affected prairies. We'll talk a walk through the prairie and discuss the prairie plants that we find. Illinois-specific educational resources will be provided and suggestions will be given for using the prairie and prairie-related resources from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to help you meet Next Generation Science Standards. Teachers of other grade levels are welcome to register and attend the workshop but may need to adapt the information.
Alien Invaders: They are Here!, U.S. Forest Service Shawnee National Forest Office, Harrisburg, July 18, 2014
What are invasive species? How did they arrive in Illinois? What are issues related to them? These and many other questions will be answered at this workshop for teachers of grades six through 12. We'll discuss numerous invasive exotic plants, insects and animals that are present in our state, including their life history, identification and control. We'll also get outdoors by taking a walk to look for invasive plants, and there will be some great hands on, engaging activities that you will be able to take back to your classroom, nature center, etc. The Illinois' Invasive Species resources trunk and its connections to the Next Generation Science Standards will be featured.
Illinois Beetles, Mayslake Peabody Estate, Oak Brook, August 1, 2014
The beetles are coming! Join us to study the amazing world of beetles in Illinois. We'll look at their life history, habitats and importance. Identification skills will be introduced and practiced. We'll search for beetles in a nearby prairie and woodland. Targeted to educators of grades four through eight, hands-on activities and classroom-ready materials will be provided. Educators of other grade levels are welcome to attend the workshop, but they will need to adapt the materials to the grade levels taught, as appropriate.


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In desperation for a political messiah who will transform Israel's just-announced winter 2013 election campaign and pose a viable alternative to Prime Minister Netanyahu, some on the Left are concocting a campaign to call forth the ghost of former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert.
Just say no! Olmert's personal record should rule him out of the race.
Here is the current breakdown: Netanyahu's Likud party is clearly the electoral frontrunner. The two most authoritative recent polls (Camil Fuchs/Haaretz, Sept. 28 and Rafi Smith/Globes, Sept. 27) give Likud 28 seats in the Knesset (up from the 27 seats it holds currently). Shaul Mofaz's Kadima party seems headed toward a nosedive, polling only four to eight seats (down from the 28 seats it currently holds). Shelly Yachimovich's Labor Party is surging to an expected 19 to 20 seats (up from 8 seats). Yesh Atid, a new party formed by former Channel 2 anchorman Yair Lapid, is polling eight to 11 seats. Yisrael Beytenu, the party led by Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, retains its strength at 14 to 16 seats, as does the ultra-Orthodox party Shas, with 10 to 11 seats
If these poll numbers remain steady, Netanyahu should have an easy time forming the next government. The Center-Right and religious bloc currently governing Israel will dominate the next (19th) Knesset.
In addition, every party, except fringe parties Meretz and the Arab parties, is a potential member of the next government. Lapid has explicitly said that he wants to be a minister in the next government. Yachimovich has consistently refused to rule out joining a Netanyahu-led coalition. It is clear that Mofaz's Kadima and Ehud Barak's Independence — whatever is left of them — would also be partners in a new Netanyahu government, along with Likud's natural partners: Yisrael Beytenu, Shas and United Torah Judaism. The National Union and New National Religious Party — the two factions of what was once the National Religious Party — poll about six seats combined and could join a Netanyahu government as well.
Netanyahu also benefits from the fact that his rivals for the job of prime minister are unimpressive. When one listens to Mofaz, Yachimovich, Lapid, Lieberman or even Tzipi Livni (remember her?), Netanyahu easily stands out as Israel's only authoritative and experienced statesman. He has no viable replacement at this time. And that's before we credit the success (or debate the wisdom) of his diplomatic, defense and economic policies.
But in desperation for a political messiah who could potentially unseat Netanyahu, some on the Left are fantasizing about Olmert's immediate return to politics at the head of a new party or a coalition of Center-Left parties. This theoretical coalition might collectively gain more votes than Likud, and then demand that President Shimon Peres give it first crack at assembling the next government.
Olmert should not be a welcome contender
The first and most obvious strike against Olmert is his criminal record. He was recently convicted of breach of trust; he is currently on trial for bribery and corruption; and he is about to be retried for money laundering and illegal campaign finances. (His acquittal on some of the recent charges of financial misconduct — the facts of which were unassailably proven — "because the psychological mindset of criminal intention was missing" flies in the face of Israeli legal jurisprudence and practice in such a grievous way that the attorney general has no choice but to appeal Olmert's purported exoneration.)
Much more importantly, Olmert's diplomatic policies — which he still swears by — were strategically illogical and downright dangerous.
Olmert's "shelf agreement" concept, which served as the basis for his negotiations with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, involved promising the Palestinians an "endgame" solution with an almost complete hand-over of east Jerusalem and the West Bank. This, on the novel theory that Palestinian moderates would be strengthened by the shelf agreement, and then they'd be able to do the difficult things — such as crushing Hamas, building reliable institutions of uncorrupt government, and forgoing the so-called "right" of return. Israel must not again go Olmert's risky route.
Even more irritating is Olmert's pugnacious belief in his own messianic status. If only he had been in charge, Israel would not have current tensions with Turkey, nor be suffering any deterioration in relations with Egypt, or in a confrontation with the U.S. Iran would have been dealt with successfully — just as he (Olmert) dealt successfully with the Syrian nuclear reactor in 2007. All the ultra-Orthodox would long ago have been drafted to the army. I heard Olmert shamelessly say these ridiculous things (hinting to and boasting about the Al Kibar reactor at least three times) in a September 11 speech at the Herzliya Interdisciplinary Center and in other recent addresses.
Olmert can hint at Al Kibar all he wants, but voters will better remember, I'm sure, his brilliant military campaigns like the Second Lebanon War, or the swell diplomatic moves he backed, like the Gaza Strip disengagement and a further planned (and thankfully never implemented) unilateral withdrawal in Samaria.
Remember also that Olmert was central to the handing over to the ultra-Orthodox of the keys to Israel's Jewish character — to purchase haredi (ultra-Orthodox) support for the Oslo and Annapolis peace processes. Olmert was a key figure in the crafting of a political arrangement between the political Left in Israel and the ultra-Orthodox parties, which brought us haredi control over the official state rabbinate, rabbinical courts, conversion courts, municipal religious councils, kashrut agencies, and more. As mayor of Jerusalem, Olmert marched lock in step with the haredim of that city, paving the way for the election of a haredi mayor as his successor. Olmert also presided over the election of two haredi chief rabbis. So I doubt that he would have been — or will be — the man to confront the haredi public and draft them to the military.
Olmert's truculent and self-serving brand of politics is the last thing that Israel needs today. No thank you.
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1 In a large saucepan, sprinkle the gelatin over the grape juice. Let stand until softened, about 2 minutes. Bring to a simmer over low heat and simmer very gently until the gelatin has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
2 Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sour cream, and sugar. Pour one-third of the juice mixture into the yogurt mixture and whisk until well combined.
3 Place the yogurt mixture and the remaining juice mixture in the refrigerator until the mixtures are just beginning to firm up, but are not set, about 45 minutes (depending on how efficient your refrigerator is; check the gelatin after 30 minutes).
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What are You Waiting for? Wake Up & Give.
It's a choice… every day, every moment.
Do more than belong, participate;
Do more than care, help;
Do more than believe, practice;
Do more than be fair, be kind;
Do more than forgive, forget;
Do more than dream, work.
~ William Arthur Ward
How often is it that we have the most amazing opportunities, these moments in time to share so truly and completely of our own spirit? To both figuratively, and literally, extend our hands? And in our reach, offer hope?
In every moment of every day—through each and every corner of this great wide world—there's an opportunity for "giving."
And through each and every reach and stretch of this most magnificent universe, someone just like you is creating a new chapter in this story of compassion. And it all starts through one random act of loving-kindness.
I am humbled by the most wonderful stories of kindness and grace. Because in each of them, there exists a common thread—a realization, that the true gift is the giving. Through the simplest act of extending our spirit, we are actually "gifted" with something much more marvelously magnificent in return—the opportunity to directly touch the soul and spirit of another human being. This is the magic of loving-kindness.
And, every morning, in those first few minutes when we're stretching off our covers, and wiping the crusted sleep from our eyes, we make the most important choices of this, our newest day. In those first few moments, we have the choice to express gratitude. We have the choice to express love. We have the choice, to express loving-kindness. And, in those first few moments, we hold in our hearts this most amazing capacity to choose to affect the greatest change. It is in those first few moments, that we reflect… we feel… we decide.
Every Thursday since 2007 Dan Dewey has faced the same choices we all do. And in those first few minutes of his every Thursday morning, Dan Dewey has chosen to share of his heart.
Who could have ever imagined that something so simple as buying a cup of coffee could become something much greater? But compassion has this most extraordinary power to ripple through and share its story with all who'll listen. And from this simple act, hope is born.
This particular story inspired me so very much because it shows—with such grace and simplicity—how the very littlest of things we may choose to do may have the greatest and most longest lasting impacts of all. In each day, we have the opportunity to step forward and share of our spirit—this is always our choice. And it doesn't have to be something super magnificent, or life changing… because, sometimes lives can be changed through something so small as sharing our time… our attention… our spirit.
This is loving-kindness. And this is what our world needs most. Ask yourself, "What can I do today to show and share my compassion and love?"
In this moment, choose to make your life a "giving" life. And choose not just to feel, rather, choose also, to do.
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Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today opposed the FY2015 White House budget proposal, which calls for an additional $4.2 billion in new and higher taxes on airlines and their customers, calling it an unprecedented cash grab that will hurt jobs, service to small communities and the economy.
A4A urged Members of Congress to say no to this proposal, and recognize that commercial aviation is a key enabler of job growth and U.S. economic activity that could contribute at an even greater level, if not impeded by excessive taxes and regulations.
On a typical $300 roundtrip domestic ticket, customers today pay $61 in federal taxes, or 20 percent of the ticket price. That number will go up in July when the Transportation Security Administration fee more than doubles, costing passengers an additional $1 billion. If the Administration's proposed budget is approved, taxes on that $300 ticket will increase to 26 percent or $77. The tax burden on aviation and its customers has more than tripled since 1998 to more than $19 billion annually.
"Enough is enough: the White House needs to understand it can no longer use airlines and their passengers as its own personal ATM without consequences," said A4A President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio. "It's like playing a game of whack a mole on Groundhog Day because the same ill-conceived proposals keep popping up no matter how many times Congress and airline passengers and shippers knock them down. Coming on the heels of a 125 percent increase in the TSA tax on passengers to offset the deficit, this proposal is particularly egregious."
Specifically, the FY2015 budget proposes to:
"Raising the PFC will drive up the cost of flying for millions of Americans who rely on air travel, cost jobs, limit service options to small and medium communities and ultimately harm the U.S. economy," said Calio. "Passengers, airlines and the U.S. economy simply cannot afford higher taxes on air travel and we urge Congress to hold the line by rejecting the unnecessary PFC hike and other tax increases."
Annually, commercial aviation helps drive more than $1 trillion in U.S. economic activity and more than 10 million U.S. jobs. A4A airline members and their affiliates transport more than 90 percent of all U.S. airline passenger and cargo traffic. America needs a cohesive National Airline Policy that will support the integral role the nation's airlines play in connecting people and goods globally, spur the nation's economic growth and create more high-paying jobs.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
- When should I start looking into study abroad?
- Is study abroad only for students of certain majors?
- Is there a GPA requirement for semester abroad?
- When can I study abroad?
- Where can SJU students study abroad?
- I'm interested in a semester abroad program that's not on the SJU approved/affiliated list. Can I still apply to that program?
- I'm a PLS student. What are my options?
- Okay, I've picked my program and I'm ready to apply! When is the deadline?
- Can I apply to multiple programs for one semester?
- How do I know which courses I can take overseas?
- I'm not fluent in a foreign language. Can I still study abroad?
- How much does it cost to study abroad?
- How do I submit an application?
- I've applied for a semester abroad program. How long until I know if I've been accepted?
- Do the grades I get overseas count?
When should I start looking into study abroad?
Students should start researching their studying abroad plans as soon as possible. We recommend that students attend an information session during their freshman or sophomore year. There are many program options and many details that need to be discussed so it is best to plan in advance.
Is study abroad only for students of certain majors?
We believe that any major can include some type of study abroad experience. The key is planning early! It is recommended that you discuss your study abroad interests with your Academic Advisor and with a member of the CIP staff during your freshman year so that we can assist you with planning. If a semester abroad is not possible for you, we can also help you find a short-term program like SJU study tour or summer program.
Is there a GPA requirement for semester abroad?
Yes. As per University policy, the minimum cumulative GPA requirement is 2.5. It is important to note that many of our approved/affiliated programs have a higher GPA requirement – some up to a 3.0!
When can I study abroad?
When students can study abroad depends on two things: the student's major/degree requirements and the program's eligibility requirements. For many students, junior year is the best time. Other majors require that students remain on campus for junior and senior year, in which case sophomore year (2nd semester only!) might be the best time. This is a conversation students should have with their Academic Advisor, and perhaps the Study Abroad Advisor. It may be easier for the student's Academic Advisor to answer questions if the student has already identified a program. It's always a good idea to check the eligibility requirements of the program you are interested in to ensure that it is a good match for you.
It's generally possible to study abroad during senior year, but if a student is considering this, they should consult their Academic Advisor and they will need approval from the Academic Associate Dean.
And yes, students can study abroad multiple times!
Where can SJU students study abroad?
Saint Joseph's University currently maintains a list of 35 approved/affiliated semester abroad programs in 20 different countries around the world.
I'm interested in a semester abroad program that's not on the SJU approved/affiliated list. Can I still apply to that program?
If you cannot find a program from the approved list that meets your academic needs, you have the option of submitting a Petition Application to the CIP for approval to attend another program. This can be a lengthy process and requires extra preparation on the part of the student. Before beginning a petition, please schedule an appointment with the Study Abroad Advisor to discuss the non-approved program that you're interested in and discuss the steps to petition.
I'm a PLS student. What are my options?
Students in the College of Professional and Liberal Studies (PLS) have the same program options as the full-time, day students. However, your selection of courses may be different and this could affect your choice of program. As part of the application process, we will require a letter of recommendation (e-mail would suffice) from your Academic Advisor listing the courses that you plan to take while abroad. In addition, it is important to note that you will be expected to enroll as a full-time student while abroad and pay the regular SJU tuition costs, as per the Study Abroad Policy.
Okay, I've picked my program and I'm ready to apply! When is the deadline?
For spring semester study abroad, the application deadline is October 1st. For fall semester abroad and academic year abroad, the deadline is currently March 1st. (However, that may change so please check back often for updates.) Some programs have earlier deadlines or fill up quickly; therefore, it's best to apply early.
Can I apply to multiple programs for one semester?
No. The CIP can only accept one application per student at a time. However, if you are concerned about your chances of being accepted into a study abroad program, please schedule an appointment to meet with a member of the CIP staff to discuss your options.
How do I know which courses I can take overseas?
Fitting study abroad into your degree requirements is like solving a puzzle. Earlier planning facilitates a smoother process. Use the extensive network of resources available to you – your Academic Advisor, the Academic Advising Center for your college, the Study Abroad Advisor and the CIP website. In addition, the CIP has lists of "pre-approved" courses with SJU equivalencies available for almost every semester abroad program. This will help you "map out" which courses to possibly save for study abroad and which ones to take at SJU. In general, we suggest that students find a program that complements their major and offers some classes to complete major requirements. It is also a good idea to save your free electives for study abroad.
I'm not fluent in a foreign language. Can I still study abroad?
Yes. Most programs on our approved list offer courses in English. However, if you are studying in a country where English is not the primary language spoken, we strongly suggest taking a course in the host language so that you can try to communicate with locals!
How much does it cost to study abroad?
It depends on the type of program that you choose and your destination. Students participating in a semester or year abroad program are required to remain enrolled at SJU and continue to pay SJU tuition while abroad. Your entire financial aid package (loans, scholarships, grants) remains in effect. You will be responsible for all non-tuition fees associated with your semester abroad and those expenses will vary by program. Please note that for some Saint Joseph's University affiliated programs, students may be required to pay other fees to Saint Joseph's University first and Saint Joseph's University will then forward these fees to the program sponsor. CIP can give you spending estimates (i.e., Financial Information Sheets) based on the program you're interested in.
Where do I send my application?
Since the launch of our online application in August of 2014, the CIP will no longer be accepting paper application materials (except for completed Course Equivalency Approval Forms). To apply online, please go to the "Programs" link at the top of the page. From here, you can see a list of all available study abroad programs or you can conduct a search on various program identifiers (city, country, GPA requirement, language of instruction, housing offered, etc.). Once you have selected the program you wish to apply to, click "Apply Now" from the program brochure page. This will prompt you to log in with your SJU information (if you're not already logged in) and then you will be taken to the appropriate application process.
I've applied for a semester abroad program. How long until I know if I've been accepted?
Once you've submitted all application materials to the CIP office, we will check your grades and disciplinary status. Then, we will review your online application and send you an admissions decision by email within 2 weeks. At that time, if you're accepted by SJU, we will send your application materials to the study abroad program/university. It can take them 3-4 weeks after they receive your materials to contact you with an admissions decision, so please be patient!
Do the grades I get overseas count?
If you are studying abroad for a semester or year, or if you are participating in an SJU study tour or summer program, the grades you earn abroad will count towards you cumulative GPA and they will show up on your SJU transcript.


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London (AFP) May 12, 2011
Parts of southern Britain are suffering from drought conditions following the warmest April on record amid a heatwave sweeping across northern Europe, researchers said on Thursday.
England and Wales received the lowest March and April rainfall since 1938 with some regions getting the lowest rain in records dating back more than 100 years, according to the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (CEH).
Water flows in some rivers, including the Exe in southwest England and the Ribble in northern England, were similar to those experienced in a drought in 1976, considered the most severe ever across much of Britain, said the CEH.
The dry conditions had "resulted in agricultural and hydrological drought conditions affecting large parts of southern Britain", said the CEH.
"The primary impacts are on farmers and growers, an increased risk of forest and heath fires and, importantly, on river flows."
The dry weather sparked rare wildfires in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland at the start of the month.
The Met Office national weather service has said last month was the warmest April on record in Britain, with an average temperature of 10.7 degrees Celsius (51.3 degrees Fahrenheit).
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Saturday, May 24, 2014
Ship Pulls U-Turn After Incident Near Clayton
UPDATE (8:00 p.m. Sunday) - A reliable source has told us that BBC Europe lost it's steering on Saturday evening after entering the Seaway. It was then instructed to report to the nearest anchorage.
As mentioned in an earlier update, we made an uneducated assumption, based on a little bit of information we had learned. The course of the ship and it's change in speed played into those initial thoughts.
We want it to be known that nowhere did we claim it as fact.
UPDATE (6:30 a.m.) - Ship was cleared to continue on its journey and pulled anchor around 5 a.m.
UPDATE (11:00 p.m.) - This is an unconfirmed assumption, but according to the track of the ship as shown above, something occurred prior to Mason Point and most likely near the village of Clayton. There are rocks/shoals west of Clayton that could have been clipped before reaching Bartlett Point.
UPDATE (10:15 p.m.) - US Coast Guard has confirmed to The Ship Watcher that USCG and Seaway inspectors are en route to the ship later this evening.
Since the ship moved from the incident site, its believed that there is no threat of pollution.
ORIGINAL REPORT - BBC Europe, a 390-foot ship built in 2003, was one of many ships traveling through the region on Saturday, which started with a delay on the river due to heavy fog.
Just after 6 p.m., BBC Europe cleared Cape Vincent headed downbound. A little after 7 p.m. the ship passed our viewing location, just east of Linda Island, and was moving at a good rate of speed. The ship was expected to next clear Crossover Island around 9 p.m. It is believed to be destined for Quebec.
However, around 8:30 p.m. it was noticed that the ship had returned upbound and stopped off Quebec Head. Its anchor was deployed and the superstructure was lit. Engines could be heard being stopped.
Initial reports are that the ship had some sort of incident near Mason Point, east of Clayton. In addition, a Seaway inspection is believed to be in order. All indications lean toward the ship touching bottom/rocks.
There are no reports, as of 9:30 p.m., of pollution or injuries relating to this incident. Ship traffic is not an immediate issue as just one upbound ship will likely pass BBC Europe in the next two hours and 2 ships are upbound, but currently on Lake Ontario and will pass overnight.
Stay with us on Twitter at (http://www.twitter/theshipwatcher) for the latest updates.
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Assumption of a maritime incident... That's a pretty bold move. Can you substantiate your expertise that led you to this assumption?
- May 25, 2014 at 3:36 PM
Wow, it is like you are wanting a ship to run aground.
- May 27, 2014 at 9:45 AM
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The Black Swan trailer is out! Even though there are some beautiful dancing shots, this obviously is not your typical ballet movie. Take a peek at the trailer to see for yourself.
And stay tuned for more about the movie in Pointe's December/January issue—we went behind the scenes during a day of filming to get the inside scoop from the dancers, cast and crew. Blood, groping and the funky chicken were only a few of the highlights from the scene on set.
Whenever I take class, I sometimes feel like there are a million and one things going through my head:
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When I saw Paloma Herrera of American Ballet Theatre step onto the stage of So You Think You Can Dance last fall, I was speechless. One of my favorite ballerinas posed confidently to begin Kitri's variation, on what seemed to be an awful floor for pointe work. Nevertheless, Herrera delivered under bright spotlights, in front of TV crews, and for millions of SYTYCD fans watching at home. If she was out of her element, it was impossible to for anyone to tell. Herrera could probably perform with spunk, strength and spot-on turns under any given situation.
I'm now in Las Palmas and writing to you from the pool at the hotel. We had our first free day today!This past week we've been in San Sebastían and Santander. We were in both cities for only two days and they went by so quickly! It was chilly in both but there were incredible beaches. I danced in all of the performances so I was very busy.
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We liked the villa, the food, the books in the house and its location (overlooking Sienna) but there is some room for improvement: Unbelievable pizza from the wood oven in the garden prepared by the charming cook. Tuscany Now very good regular updates from booking to arrival.
Chris Van Aeken
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A marvellous large solid house accommodating a large number of people with no difficulty. Local supermarket 10 mins drive away is more than adequate for top up shopping and has a good butcher. No need to drive all the way to Siena.
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The property is splendid and the views are magnificent. Rosa is a wonderful cook. We felt as though we were at our own home but were cared for like royalty. The villa is remote so you feel as though you are alone. It is quiet at night, and the night time views of Siena are hypnotising. John at Tuscany Now was very helpful. His follow-up was excellent. His referral of Dino for our travel arrangements was outstanding. D. Basso. 2012
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What a wonderful experience we will never ever forget! This visit was Heaven on Earth, the warmth of your beautiful villa and the beauty of Tuscany. Villa Giunchetto is truly a home for all visitors. I have dreamed often of the views, small villages and the people our visit was my dreams come true and MORE. It would not be the same if Rosa was not part of the hospitality. Rosa is a jewel we feel in love with her on our first day and wished we could have taken her home with us to Dallas, the cooking was delicious. Doro the pizza will be a memory to share with our friends. Ennio thank you for the gift your family home.
Danny Basso
Wonderful week! Villa was magnificent, beautiful furnishes views etc! Amazing! Palio was an amazing experience. Rosa thanks for the great food and Doro made Pizza night a huge success. Everything was perfect would love to come back. It was a wonderful family time and the villa made it ideal. Many thanks to everyone.
Stephen Penwell
We loved the view of Siena, pool area, gym and the air conditioned in comfortable bedrooms Owner was hugely helpful and really nice, thank you Ennio for Palio and other advice. Caretaker also was great and Doro's pizza night was a huge success. Overall great vacation and great guidance by Tuscany Now website and agent to get us to exactly the right villa for our needs.
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Our stay was more than we expected because of the feeling of chill at this villa, relaxing beautiful views and delicious food!. Rosa made our stay "Uno Spetacolo", we want to do this again. Thank you to Rosa Manuela and Doro for making our stay at Giunchetto terrific, everything was really great.
Donald Lepore
What a great place! Our family had an amazing time in an amazing setting, the villa is beautiful. Thank you especially to Rosa and all her delicious food.
Anthony Faillace
We had amazing and magic days here at Villa Giunchetto. The view, the atmosphere and the nature around everything was perfect. It could not have been better in anyway with friends and family around. Thank you so much for a splendid time in Tuscany.
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- Credit card service charges.
- Electricity included up to 330kW for week. Any extra charged at Euro 0.80 per kW.
- Hot and cold tap water.
- Garden and swimming pool maintenance.
- A weekly cleaning and change of bed linen on Saturdays (***).
- A weekly change of bath towels on Saturdays (***).
- A weekly change of swimming towels on Saturdays (***).
What is NOT included in your rental price:
- Telephone (outgoing phone calls).
- Central heating and hot tub heating (**).
- Flights and car rental.
- Travel insurance.
- Transfers to/from airports.
- Extra services available on request.
- Use of swimming pool out of season.
- Local taxes.
(*) Please note that, when included in the price, maid service does not include laundry service. If you require any laundry services please advise us prior to your arrival at the villa, payable locally in Euros.
(**) Hot Tub. Please be advised that time required to heat the water varies from location to location, if you require the hot tub to be heated for your arrival please contact us prior to your arrival at the property. Please note that heating costs are very expensive in Italy.
(***) This is a licensed property and subsequently the owner is permitted to arrange and supply on your behalf bed linens, bathroom and swimming pool towels sufficient for the number of guests indicated for this rental option, note that these shall be provided weekly.


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Beyond the Degree
The Beyond the Degree (BTD) program is designed to inspire you to take action towards achieving the goals you have once you complete your undergraduate degree. EOP is committed to providing you the knowledge, skills, and resources to look beyond just simply obtaining your degree.
Students will receive the "Beyond the Degree" services through:
- Advising appointments
- Workshops
- Networking events
- Hand-picked resources
- A community of faculty/ staff, EOP alumni, employers, and peers
BTD Tracks
Major Search
Students who have "no idea" on their major or career goals
- Examine careers and majors that tie into your interests, values, strengths, and personality preference. Understand the benefits of hard-work, initiative, and strategic thought in developing your career path.
- Identify the steps you will need to take to declare/change your major at SJSU.
The following resources are tools to help you make an informed decision on your choice of major:
- Interest Mosaic - This is an assessment of 90 questions that will help you identify your personality preferences and interests.
- Ordering of Work Values Exercise - Take an inventory of what your values are so that you can seek potential majors and careers that match with what's important to you.
- Major Finder - Exercise to determine majors at SJSU that relate to your interests.
- What can I do with this major? - Link to help you determine jobs where you can use your degree, types of employers who typically hire these majors, and gain helpful information related to the strategy and education needed for specific jobs.
- O*NET OnLine - Detailed database which has descriptions of occupations to explore and search potential job interests.
Job Search
Students who have narrowed their job/career choice and are taking the steps to gain relevant work experience at the entry-level
- Learn directly from professionals on how to leverage your education, student opportunities, and experiences to build relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Show case yourself professionally! Eliminate common mistakes on the resume, cover letter, and learn essential job search strategies.
- Identify the next steps in YOUR career plan.
The following resources will help you as you navigate your job search:
- Networking information via the SJSU Career Center - This page includes information on networking, informational interviews, and the "one minute commercial", which are all key tools to help you build your network.
- Resume tutorials via the SJSU Career Center - This page contains resume and cover letter samples, videos, and tips to make sure that you highlight your skills and experience well.
- Interviewing information via the SJSU Career Center - This page includes tips, resources, and assistance as you prepare for job interviews.
- LinkedIn - The largest professional social networking site, it has more than 259 million members in 200-some countries worldwide.
- Salary.com - Information about what jobs pay, job openings, and resources to help you in your job search.
- Glassdoor - Glassdoor holds a growing database of 6 million company reviews, job postings, CEO approval ratings, salary reports, interview reviews and questions from actual interviews.
- Brazen Life - Lifestyle and career blog offering ideas for navigating and succeeding in the changing world of work for young professionals.
- "The ten best web sites for your career" - This article highlights the top web sites and job boards to help you in your job search.
Graduate School Search
Students who are considering graduate school or certificate programs to meet the criteria of a specific profession
- Determine if your next step is graduate school or additional alternative options.
- Identify the graduate program/university that best fits your needs.
- Develop a 12 month plan to pursue your graduate degree.
The following resources and tools will assist you in starting your graduate school search:
- Gradschools.com - Locate and identify graduate schools based on location, instruction style, subject, and specialty.
- Idealist grad school resource center - This resource center contains articles and resources to explore your educational options, whether grad school is right for you, how to finance your education, and much more.
- 50 Things To Know Before You Choose a Graduate School - This article provides insight into what you should know when selecting a graduate school.
- Tips on the graduate school personal statement - Includes how to approach the personal statement, what graduate schools are looking for, and how to show your unique skills in a relevant way.
- Kaplan Test Prep - Kaplan offers preparation for all of the major graduate school entrance exams.
The concept for the Beyond the Degree Program is the result of a national trend in higher education. Across the nation, employers are asking universities and colleges to provide more job-related preparation to students before they graduate. Our EOP Academic Advisors observed that students were waiting until after graduation to start to develop a plan for their careers. So we decided to take action and partner with select alumni, employers, and staff/faculty to provide you essential skills related to life beyond the degree.
In this day and age, employers are looking beyond a candidate's degree. They want to hire employees who have relevant work experience, communication skills, interpersonal skills, proven problem solving ability, and more.
Therefore, it is important to have a plan of action to build your knowledge, skills, and abilities and use your time at SJSU wisely. Whether it is determining your major, finding entry level experience, or pursuing graduate school; Beyond the Degree provides the tools to assist you.


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Released August 15, 2005
HATTIESBURG – Although
Danny Mitchell '70, '71 has only been on the job as the Southern
Miss Alumni Association's president for little more than one month,
he does not at all feel like he is new to the position. Mitchell
began his new post on July 1, along with members of the executive
committee and seven new members of the board of directors.
That very well may be because last year under
the guidance of then-president Rex Kelly, Mitchell, who was then
president-elect, and Rosemary Aultman, the current president-elect
and then vice president, the Association's executive committee took
a new approach to leading the Association. The change, while it
required hard work and diligence, was simple in plan - to think
long term.
"Last year Rex, Rosemary and I made a commitment
to look at the future of the Alumni Association as larger than the
goals of any one person's presidency," Mitchell said. "This
year we will continue that agenda, while adding Lou Ann (Poynter)
as vice president."
The result was the Association's "2004-2009
Strategic Overview," a document that has guided, is guiding
and will guide the Association's decision-making processes. The
document includes both goals and paths toward those goals in four
key areas - revenue enhancement and alignment, membership involvement
and participation, resource allocation and participation, and organization
positioning and branding.
The Association's executive committee members
Danny Mitchell '70, '71, president
When Danny Mitchell is not assisting the Alumni
Association in its various efforts, he is working as one of the
most highly regarded public relations practitioners in the South.
He received his bachelor's degree from Southern Miss in 1970 and
his master's degree in public relations a year later. He is currently
the chairman and chief executive officer of GodwinGroup in Jackson,
one of the South's oldest independent advertising agencies. Mitchell
has worked as a public relations and communications officer for
the Jackson Municipal Separate School District; was a managing partner
for WSDL-AM and WVSL-FM in Slidell, La.; served as assistant director
of public relations for Mississippi University for Women; and was
a public relations consultant for Wilson/Mitchell Public Relations
in Columbus.
His work with the GodwinGroup should be very
familiar to Southern Miss alumni, as the agency has been behind
the athletic department's brand "Anyone. Anywhere. Anytime.,"
as well as the University's "Freeing the Power of the Individual"
Mitchell and his wife Patricia '70 have three children, Benjamin
Ferrell '01, Emily and Amy.
Rosemary Aultman '73, president-elect
Rosemary Aultman, a Tupelo native, has earned a master's
degree from The University of Southern Mississippi and a bachelor's
degree from Mississippi University of Women. A former first grade
teacher, she served 10 years on the Clinton School Board, serving
twice as president.
Since her election as mayor of Clinton in 1993, Mayor
Aultman has set an aggressive agenda for the city. During her three
terms, Clinton has twice been chosen a Mississippi Most Livable
City, received a City Excellence Award, became a Certified Retirement
Community, twice received the Energy Team City designation and has
garnered five Making Mississippi Move awards from the Mississippi
Municipal League.
Aultman has served on the board of directors for
the Alumni Association as well as The USM Foundation and was selected
to the Alumni Association's Hall of Fame in 2002. She was a Mississippi
University for Women Alumni Achievement Award recipient in 2001.
Aultman and her husband Les, a geologist, have two
daughters and two granddaughters. The Aultmans are active members
of First Baptist Church in Clinton.
Lou Ann Poynter '69, '70, vice president
Lou Ann Poynter served as senior executive vice president
and head of the Mortgage Banking Division of Union Planters Bank,
N.A. prior to her retirement in July 2004. She currently serves
on the board of directors of Regions Financial Corporation, headquartered
in Birmingham, Ala. She was president and CEO of Magnolia Federal
Bank for Savings prior to the merger of Magnolia Federal with Union
Planters Bank on November 1, 1997.
Active in university and community affairs, Poynter
is a member of the Alumni Hall of Fame, past president of The USM
Foundation and currently is a member of the College of Business
Administration Advisory Council. She has served on the executive
committees of the Area Development Partnership for Forrest and Lamar
counties, the Public Education Forum of Mississippi and the Mississippi
Economic Council. She also served a five-year term through July
2004 as a commissioner on the Forrest County Industrial Park Commission
Poynter is married to Louis Poynter '91, who was an
appraiser in Hattiesburg prior to his retirement. They have one
daughter, Melissa '02, who now attends law school at the University
of Mississippi.
Larry Watson '71,'76, Finance Committee Chairman
Larry Watson's love for The University of Southern
Mississippi was developed during his years as a student. He earned
two degrees from the University, following his Bachelor of Science
in finance in 1971 with a Master of Business Administration in 1976.
Today, Watson is active in both The USM Foundation
and the Alumni Association, which he has served as president of
the East Central Mississippi Chapter and on the finance committee.
With more than 30 years of business experience at
financial institutions, Watson has worked with BancorpSouth Trust
and Asset Management since 2001. His previous experience includes
positions with Merchants and Farmers Bank, Deposit Guaranty National
Bank, Compass Bank, Mississippi State University and Founders Trust
Rex Kelly '80, past president
While Rex Kelly's term as president of the Alumni
Association ended July 1, the foundation he instilled for the organization's
future has placed the Association on solid footing for years to
come. Under his leadership, the executive committee created a strategic
overview, which guides decisions made by the Association.
He is also a member of The USM Foundation Honor Club.
Kelly, who is director of the corporate communications
department for Mississippi Power, is responsible for the company's
advertising, external communications, media relations, employee
communications, video production, corporate services, community
affairs, creative services, charitable and education foundations,
and public relations program.
Kelly and his wife Becky have two children. He is
a member of First Baptist Church in Gulfport, where he serves as
a deacon and an adult Sunday school teacher.
The following is an introduction of new members
of the board of directors. Board members will serve three year terms,
Angela Hilbun Cognevich '92, '94 has been employed
by the Mississippi Development Authority as the Southeast office's
regional manager in Hattiesburg since 1995. She is a football, basketball
and baseball season ticket holder and is a member of the Eagle Club,
Hardwood Club and Dugout Club. She currently serves as president
of the Laurel Metro Alumni Chapter and is part of the Eagle Club's
advisory board. She assists with the University's New South Economic
Development Course, teaching in the economic development master's
program. She was instrumental in establishing the Joe Johnson Scholarship
that awards a scholarship to a graduate student in economic development.
The award honors Joe Johnson, a past president of the Alumni Association,
who died in 2003.
Cognevich has a son and daughter-in-law, Chad
and Ashley Cognevich, and is expecting her first grandchild in September.
In addition to becoming a Life Member of the
Association in 2000, Marcus Kincaid '98 is an Eagle Club member
and served as the Association's Central Mississippi Chapter's recruitment
committee chairman from 2001 to 2004.
Since graduation, Kincaid has worked as a financial
advisor, and he currently resides in Louisville, Miss., with his
wife, the former Miranda Pampley, and children, Tyler, Ryan and
Mary Alice Kirby, a 1992 graduate of The University
of Southern Mississippi, has shown her dedication to the institution
as an alumna through her service as the president of the Association's
Atlanta Chapter.
Kirby, who works as an inventory control specialist
for After Hours Formal Wear, was honored with the Scott Caldwell
Chapter President of the Year award in 1999.
Kirby resides in Marietta, Ga., with her husband
Ricky Rex Mathews '84 is publisher and president
of The Sun Herald, where 21 years ago he began as a summer advertising
and circulation intern. He has held various positions in the newspaper's
advertising, circulation, production, operations and marketing departments
and was vice president/marketing director when named publisher in
As an involved member of his community, Mathews
has served in various leadership positions for the Gulf Coast Chamber
of Commerce and the United Way. He is a past president of the Friends
of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, the Mississippi Wildlife
Federation and past chairman of the board of Goodwill Industries.
He is a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Economic Development
Council, a board member for the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. He is currently the chairman
of the Knight Foundation Biloxi Community Advisory Committee.
Mathews is married to the former Ann Barhonovich
of Biloxi, and they have three children: Victoria, Justin and Jordan.
After graduating magna cum laude from Southern
Miss, Michael Ratliff '78 received his juris doctorate degree from
the University of Mississippi School of Law in 1981. He has practiced
law in Hattiesburg since 1981 and is a partner in the firm of Johnson,
Hall & Ratliff.
An active member of the Rotary Club of Hattiesburg,
Ratliff is a former president of the club, served as chairman of
its district conference in 1997, and was assistant governor district
6840 from 1997 to 2001. He is a member of the inaugural class of
the Area Development Partnership's Leaders for a New Century (1989),
serving as co-chair (1993-94, 1999-2000, 2003-04) and participating
on the steering committee (1990-2005). He received the ADP's Service
Award in 2000.
Ratliff belongs to University Baptist Church
where he is a deacon. He is chairman of the Mississippi Commission
for Volunteer Service.
A Life Member of The University of Southern
Misssissippi Alumni Association, Lamar Reynolds '66 is a mainstay
at Golden Eagle athletic events. Most notably, he attended 230 consecutive
Southern Miss football games from 1981 to 2001. In addition, he
is a member of Wings, the women's basketball support group, the
Dugout Club and the Southern Miss Hardwood Club.
When he is not cheering the Golden Eagles from
the sidelines, he is routinely finding other ways to support the
University. He is a member of the Alumni Hall of Fame, inducted
in 1994. He received the Outstanding Service Award from the Alumni
Association in 1989 as well as the Continuous Service Award in 2000.
He has been a member of the Alumni Association's traditions committee.
He has served as president, vice president and treasurer of the
Jackson Big Gold Club, and he has served as an Eagle Club district
Recently retired, Reynolds resides in Hattiesburg
with his wife Janet. He has two daughters, Jackie and Amy.
Dale Shearer, a 1987 graduate of The University
of Southern Mississippi, was born and raised a Golden Eagle. Shearer
is the son of Carolyn and Kenneth B. Shearer '60, who served as
president of the Alumni Association from 1970 to 1971.
While a student, Shearer was a member of the
Honors College and Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and was active in
student government. As an alumnus, he has served as a member of
The USM Foundation's board of directors and is a delegate to the
IHL Inter-Alumni Council.
Shearer, who graduated from the University of
Minnesota Law School in 1990, is a member of the Copeland, Cook,
Tayor & Bush, P.A., law firm, which is located in Ridgeland,
Miss. From 2003 to 2005, he was a member of the City of Ridgeland
Chamber of Commerce.
Shearer resides in Ridgeland with his wife,
the former Janet Denise Saul '90, daughter Mary Kate, 6, and son
Sam, 4.
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All eyes on Indian River County's biofuel production facility
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Officials with INEOS New Planet Bio-Energy have said they are close to turning yard waste into biofuel.
Some in the Midwest are as eager to see the production as those in the local community who approved the project.
But eyes on INEOS New Planet Bio-Energy's local facility aren't limited to those in the area.
According to a report in the Post-Tribune, a Chicago Sun-Times publication, officials are waiting to see results in Indian River County before considering a proposed facility in the Midwest.
An SMC LLC representative told Lake County (Ind.) Solid Waste Management District board members the company could not line up necessary money until ethanol is produced in Indian River County.
The technology for both the Indian River and Lake County plants is similar, according to the report.
INEOS New Plant Bio-Energy announced the joint venture began creating electricity at its Indian River County plant, southwest of 74th Avenue and Oslo Road, in October with hopes of producing advanced cellulosic bioethanol. At full production, the plant will annually produce 8 million gallons of advanced cellulosic bioethanol and six megawatts of power using renewable goods such as yard and vegetative waste.
The U.S. Department of Energy gave the project a $50 million cost-matching grant in 2009 to help the project, which had a $130 million investment.
INEOS New Planet, of Vero Beach, is a joint venture of California's New Planet Energy and the global chemical giant INEOS, headquartered in the United Kingdom. The companies combined to build an ethanol plant on Oslo Road where Ocean Spray Cranberries once produced grapefruit juice.
The facility has 60 full-time employees and an annual payroll of $4 million, according to a news release. The process has garnered national attention outside of the Lake County project.
"It's taking landfill and turning it from a problem into an economic opportunity, and that's good for INEOS, but it's also good for Vero Beach," said Jim Lane, editor and publisher of Biofuels Digest. "They're on the verge of becoming Florida's largest energy exporter, and that's a unique position for a small town."
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