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Forget grassroots revival—widespread change is best achieved by a narrow focus
There is a seismic shift taking place today in the marketplace and the church. We need to understand how to respond if we are going to bring systemic transformation. There are ways the church should apply the gospel in response to cultural shifts.
First of all, it is a mistake to believe the culture will shift because of a church revival or a societal awakening. Often, we as believers think the key to societal transformation is to convert masses of people. But the truth is that culture is transformed by a small percentage of the population who make up the cultural elite in a society. Thus the only way to affect cultural change is to convert the elite who formulate culture in every sphere of society.
Second, it is a mistake to think that political victories will bring transformation. For example, abortion was legalized in 1973 yet the fight still rages on. Same-sex marriage has been legalized in several states in the Northeast, but the battle continues. Homosexuality has been normalized by art, media and entertainment, yet a large percentage of Americans still refuse to consider it as normative behavior.
Politics is only one expression of societal power. We need to influence the other mind-molding sectors of society if we are going to dictate the direction of culture. For example, we need to influence the Ivy League universities like Harvard, Yale and Princeton to change public policy, education, philosophy, science, the arts and economic theory. Leading Christian thinkers also need to write editorials for newspapers such as the New York Times, and opine on television news media like CNN and C-SPAN if we are going to influence global trends.
Training the Ekklesia
We need to train the ekklesia—the Greek New Testament word for church that historically described the Roman senate and Greek citizens who assembled to frame public policy—to take the lead, not only in spiritual matters but by becoming professors in elite universities, and serving as board members and chief executives of leading elite entities in the arts, music, entertainment, education, media and public policy such as the Hoover Institute and the Manhattan Institute.
Instead of focusing on erecting our own buildings, we need to fill everyone else's. Instead of insulating ourselves in our little subcultures, we need to engage and transform the culture. We need revivals and multi-generational strategies to place our leading thinkers and practitioners in the highest levels of highbrow culture—like God did with Daniel and the three Hebrew youths in Babylon—if we are going to see systemic cultural change (see Daniel 1).
Third, we need to nurture and/or convert those who are part of the emerging "creative class," who comprise between 12 to 30 percent of the population, but are the most wealth producers, and will drive the economy for generations to come.
Those in the creative class had been considered mavericks and non-conformists, but are now part of the mainstream and a movement that has radically shifted the future of business and culture. Many leading organizations are now encouraging creative people to join their ranks who are semi-autonomous and self-managed with leverage to set their own hours so they can continually pursue their own creative instincts.
Furthermore, businesses are moving toward creative urban centers such as New York, Seattle and San Francisco. Geography is essential because businesses are moving from corporate driven to people driven; companies are moving to where the most creative people live—not just where there are tax incentives and highways.
So how should the church respond? First, the church should build authentic communities to model the city of God before we attempt to transform the city of man. We must honor family and kingdom unity with churches in our regions before we can transform the pagan systems and cultures around us.
Second, world-changers need to experience creativity, leadership, covenant, unity, purpose and kingdom power in the church community, so they can be adequately discipled to recreate these things in the secular arenas to which they are called.
Third, we need to start investing a good portion of our funds toward educating and cultivating the most creative people in our churches, and place them in every leadership sphere of society starting with the Ivy League schools.
Fourth, we have to understand that prayer, fasting and revival among masses of people will not shift the culture. The 1857 Prayer Revival, Azusa Street Revival in 1906, and Voice of Healing, Toronto Blessing and Pensacola revivals have not shifted culture. Only when revivals affect cultural thinkers who prove influential—like Marx, Lenin, Freud, Darwin and Gates—will culture shift. This is not to say that prayer, fasting and revival are not important. Of course, reaching and renewing masses of people and Christians is important.
Engaging the Cultural Elites
Even as we examine the Scriptures, we see how God has used people that were already in high places of authority before a nation was transformed. For example, Moses was a prince in Egypt before he was called to confront Pharaoh and deliver the people of God out of slavery. Daniel was serving as a top political leader in both Babylon and Persia, which positioned him to speak truth to power and transform culture.
Nehemiah was the cupbearer for the king of Persia, which enabled him to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. Samuel was both a prophet and political judge of Israel. David was not only a psalmist, but he became Israel's greatest king. All the great prophets of the Old Testament—Isaiah, Jeremiah, Elijah, Elisha, Micah, Ahijah and Amos—did not only prophesy to small crowds of people in the temple, but spoke directly to the political and cultural elites.
Even church history reiterates this. For example, it took the conversion of Roman emperor Constantine to legalize Christianity, placing it in a position to transform the whole empire. St. Augustine was first the professor of rhetoric for the imperial court, the most visible academic position in the Latin world, before converting and becoming the Bishop of Hippo—which positioned him to become the greatest theologian and thinker of his age.
In 800 A.D., it was Christian emperor Charlemagne who laid the groundwork for the first cathedral universities, which were the forerunners for all modern universities. Both primary leaders of the Protestant Reformation—Martin Luther and John Calvin—received educations that included vast knowledge of the classics, not just the Bible. The leaders of the First Great Awakening—John Wesley and George Whitefield—not only knew the Scriptures, but they graduated from Oxford University, which gave them the respect of the top decision makers of society.
Additionally, American revivalist Jonathan Edwards was both a graduate and president of Princeton University. The abolition of slavery in the British Empire was affected by the Clapham Sect—a group of cultural elites—led by slavery abolitionist William Wilberforce, who was a parliamentarian and a close friend of William Pitt, the prime minister of England. Charles Finney, a lawyer whose preaching was able to relate to many attorneys, judges and top decision makers in culture, led the Second Great Awakening in the United States. His influence led to the abolition of slavery, implementation of child labor laws and women's suffrage.
To be effective, we must understand the delicate balance between infiltrating and engaging the cultural elites and highbrows of society—without losing our souls and becoming elites in heart and purpose. We must also avoid the extremes of some in the Christian right, who view politics as the only answer for transformation; the Christian left, who merely accommodate mainstream culture; and the pietists, who insulate themselves from culture.
If we are going to transform culture, we need to engage and shift the influencers toward biblical values at the highest levels in every societal sphere. We also need to serve our cities, train high-capacity leaders and partner with like-minded believers. This is why I agreed to serve as a presiding bishop overseeing education for the International Communion of Evangelical Churches, so we can impact thousands of churches globally.
Joseph Mattera is the presiding bishop of Christ Covenant Coalition and senior pastor of Resurrection Church in New York City. A member of the International Apostolic Council of the International Communion of Evangelical Churches, Mattera is the author of several books, including Ruling in the Gates, Kingdom Revolution, Kingdom Awakening and his latest, Walk in Generational Blessing.
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Our production of The Magic Flute has officially begun! Opera singers and fans alike have personal stories of their first Flute experiences, so we thought we would share some of our cast's earliest memories. Stay tuned for the second part of this two-part blog exclusive!
"The first time I saw The Magic Flute was back in 2011 here at the COC. I was in my last year of undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto and had, by that time, decided to pursue a master's degree with the University of Toronto's opera school. Watching this incredible—and incredibly charming—production made me even more excited to be pursuing opera as a career. Now, to be able to perform in that very same production, I couldn't be more thrilled!
"The Magic Flute transports the audience into a fantasy world, where anything is possible. It's sort of like the Harry Potter series, in that it gives your mind the license to imagine and to dream. Many other operas exist in 'the real world' and as such aren't able to really bring the audience to that special place. That's also why it's accessible for people of all ages—imagination has no age limit!
"The music in The Magic Flute is sublime—some of Mozart's best work. It's beautiful to listen to, but also a great pleasure to sing. My very first aria, "Dies Bildnis ist bezaubernd schön," is one of the most beloved in the tenor repertoire. And there are some really fun duets and ensembles sprinkled throughout the piece, which makes the opera a great joy to perform!"
Elena Tsallagova – Pamina
"I was 12 when I first heard The Magic Flute. I wasn't familiar with opera and had never been to one before. My parents are musicians and I suppose they knew the best way to introduce a child to the complex art form of opera. I saw my first opera on DVD and it was a famous recording from the Met in 1991, with Kathleen Battle singing Pamina and James Levine conducting. I remember I watched it breathless and now I can listen to Flute with no less great anticipation—each time I discover something new.
"The secret of The Magic Flute, as it seems to me, is in the simplicity of perception; there are no complicated melodies or special effects—everything is brilliant and simple, from the music to the storylines. Perhaps it is what makes Flute more accessible to future opera lovers. It is important for the audience to take pleasure from what they see and hear, and for older audience members, it can be a different experience and as the opera's more complex issues are revealed.
"Some may look at it as a story of great love which overcomes all difficulties and, for some, a beautiful fairy tale with a happy ending and funny adventures of heroes.
"I just love Pamina's character a lot. This is one of my favourite heroines. Pamina is a guardian of love, and is brave and purposeful. She goes through all the trials together with her beloved one and aims to win. Being a woman, it is normal for her to have some failures and doubts but she finds herself encouraged and motivated to fight further and she wins again.
"She is not the one who would be hovering in the clouds, and reacts according to unfolding circumstances. Honestly, I think I could learn from some of the features of Pamina's character in my own life, because I'm very much fond of her as an ideal example of a loving, strong personality."
Phillip Addis – Papageno
"I believe my first experience of The Magic Flute was the Ingmar Bergman film, probably on PBS. The first live performance I saw would have been by Opera Atelier, here in Toronto. In both cases, the tone of the storytelling acknowledged the humanity behind the theatrics. It's hard to resist genius that doesn't take itself too seriously.
"Personally, I am still struck by the juxtaposition of the grand and the intimate, in both the story and the music. I think Mozart hoped to create something that was at once endearing and universal. So, no matter what expectations a new audience brings with them, they'll be both satisfied and surprised.
"I love how simply Papageno wants to live his life, and how honest he is about his hopes and desires. I think this is the life Mozart himself wished he could have had."
Matt Boehler – Sarastro
"The first time I heard the opera was during my years as a theatre major in undergrad. I was cast as Sarastro in my college's opera production that year, and, aside from beginning to work on the arias with my voice teacher, I hadn't listened to it before in its entirety. I was immediately drawn in by its whimsical sense of humor.
"The world of The Magic Flute is a place where reality is turned on its head, and where anything is possible. With fantastical characters and music that veers from light comedy to sincere tragedy, it has something for everyone.
"Honestly, singing all of those low notes is just great fun."
The Magic Flute is on stage at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts until February 24, 2017. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Photo credits (top - bottom): A scene from The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo by Chris Hutcheson; Andrew Haji in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo by Michael Cooper; Elena Tsallagova in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo by Michael Cooper; Phillip Addis in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo by Michael Cooper; Matt Boehler and Kirsten MacKinnon in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo by Michael Cooper.
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By Nikita Gourski, Development Communications Officer
The depth of Mozart's genius is evidenced by his last opera, The Magic Flute. A child-like fantasy is paired with the master's most stunningly beautiful music. Do you need to brush up on your Flute knowledge or simply want to learn more about our upcoming production? Here are 10 Things About The Magic Flute!
Mozart worked during what is now known as the Classical period (roughly 1750-1820), when composers sought to move beyond the elaborate forms and "artificial" gestures of the Baroque era in order to capture raw human emotions—such as love, anger, sadness, etc.—with greater immediacy. Classical composers were interested in expanding the dramatic palette of music while simultaneously embracing simpler melodies that were written in evenly structured phrases, making them catchier and more memorable. (Indeed, The Magic Flute features possibly the catchiest passage for soprano ever written: the Queen of the Night aria in Act II.)
In his short lifetime, Mozart composed more than 600 works, including symphonies, piano sonatas, chamber music, choral masses, dances, concertos, art songs, and operas. He died less than two months after Flute had its world premiere in Vienna in 1791 and consequently never knew the full extent of its success: just over a year after the premiere, it celebrated its 100th performance and continued to grow in popularity ever since. Today, it is Mozart's most frequently performed opera.
Flute is the most famous example of a singspiel (meaning literally "sing-play" in German)—an operatic form in which musical numbers (arias, ensembles, etc.) alternate with sections of spoken dialogue.
The plot of Flute concerns a noble prince, Tamino, who is ordered by the mysterious Queen of the Night to rescue a beautiful kidnapped princess, Pamina. With the aid of his comic sidekick—the bird catcher Papageno—and the help of a magic flute, Tamino sets off on an epic quest through the trials and tribulations of love.
Both Mozart and his friend Emanuel Schikaneder—who wrote the opera's libretto and starred in the premiere as Papageno—were members of the same Masonic lodge, and the opera reflects their fascination with the rituals of Freemasonry. For example, in a nod to Masonic practices of initiation, Tamino goes through several rites of passage to enter the brotherhood of the temple before he can become worthy of Pamina's love. Mozart was also immersed in the emerging ideas of the Enlightenment period—an intellectual attitude that placed reason at the centre of human potential—which is evidenced in the names of the temples Tamino must enter: Wisdom, Reason, and Nature.
This COC production (premiered in 2011) was created by Tony Award-winning Broadway director Diane Paulus with set and costume designer Myung Hee Cho. "We wanted to capture the fairy tale aspect," Paulus said at the time, "but also bring out the deeper meanings of enlightenment, and ritual, and Masonic architecture, and structure and enigma that are hidden inside."
Paulus and her team begin with an 18th-century "name day" party, at which the action of Mozart's opera is being staged as part of the celebrations. Consequently we see a charming stage on the stage, where the opening scenes of the opera play out. But as we move further into the story, the initial framing device falls away, giving us the effect of getting lost in the opera and its story—not to mention a constantly rearranging garden maze—just as the party guests do.
The costumes by Myung Hee Cho reflect the historical fashion of Mozart's time (18th century) while incorporating contemporary influences and materials; for example, the spiked hair and leather outfits of the Queen of the Night and her three ladies. Cho also captures the essential fairy tale quality of Flute in her designs for the forest animals and three-headed dragon that appear in the show, all while keeping the feel of these creations decidedly low-tech, continuous with the notion that somebody is staging a play in their own garden.
This production features the COC debut of eminent Canadian conductor Bernard Labadie, who has performed with Glimmerglass, Santa Fe, and the Metropolitan Opera, among other prestigious destinations. "He moulds the phrases, plucks out all-important details in the texture and radiates an infectious joy in the music" (The Telegraph).
This production features numerous artists—including tenors Andrew Haji and Owen McCausland as Tamino; Ambur Braid as Queen of the Night; and Jacqueline Woodley as Papagena—who are either graduates or current members of the COC's Ensemble Studio training program. Their presence on the mainstage of one of the world's finest opera houses speaks to the quality of preparation the Ensemble Studio has been delivering for more than three decades.
The Magic Flute is on stage at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts from January 19 to February 24. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Photo credits (top - bottom): Andrew Haji and Elena Tsallagova in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo: Michael Cooper; Ambur Braid as the Queen of the Night in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo: Gary Beechey; Lauren Segal as the Third Lady, Emily D'Angelo as the Second Lady, Aviva Fortunata as the First Lady and Andrew Haji as Tamino in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo: Michael Cooper; Jacqueline Woodley as Papagena and Joshua Hopkins as Papageno in The Magic Flute (COC, 2017), photo: Michael Cooper.
Featuring Lauren Eberwein, COC Ensemble Studio Member
The Canadian Opera Company prides itself on its commitment to breaking down barriers to opera across all age groups: children can create their own operas with the Scotiabank After School Opera Program and Scotiabank Summer Opera Camps; youth can speak directly with artists and attend rehearsals through Youth Opera Lab; workshops and tours go directly into schools; and adults can connect with opera on another level through Opera Insights, Pre-performance Opera Chats, and Opera Talks. In addition, Opera Under 30, presented by TD, offers opera lovers under the age of 30 tickets to mainstage productions for $22.
Without education and outreach programs like these, your favourite singers might not have discovered their love of opera. We recently spoke with rising star and COC Ensemble Studio member Lauren Eberwein about her initial experience with this art form, as well as opinion on how to make opera fun and accessible.
What was your first experience with opera like? What was the opera that really hooked you on the art form?
The first opera I experienced live was Rossini's The Barber of Seville with my junior high music class. Honestly, I can't say I immediately connected with the art form. I loved the music but still felt at a distance. At that time I was making music in choir, band and orchestra, but I hadn't yet connected with operatic vocal music. I sang, and had witnessed plenty of singing, but never like that. Opera singing really is otherworldly, and I think as a young person, even more so. The scale of the art form can isolate young audiences. There are a lot of barriers for a young person to overcome in order to sincerely connect with the art form. So, in all honesty, my first experience didn't hook me.
I didn't truly get the opera bug until I joined a youth opera program called "Project Opera" when my family moved to Saint Paul, Minnesota. I spent every Saturday afternoon singing with my peers. It was a safe haven of music and theatre geeks exploring this grand art form together. We spent our weekends sharing the joy of singing and telling stories through music.
How do you think young people can/should be introduced to opera?
The first hurdle young people face is the barrier of actual access. Most opera companies are doing their best to increase access for kids: afternoon matinees for students, youth opera programs, community engagement programs, school tours, and so on.
But before we get their butts in the seats, music education is vital. Educators can inspire, interest, and expose young people to the complexity and grandiose nature of opera before they witness it in person. This is imperative—especially for young audiences. Opera demands a lot from a youthful audience: they must process complex orchestral scores, operatic vocal technique, foreign languages, costumes, plot, set, lighting, etc. It's what makes opera the most all-encompassing live art form—but can also be a lot for a young mind to process—and I believe when we overload them they are more likely to shut down. If the art form can first be distilled in classrooms, young people are then better able to receive it when they visit the theatre.
I also believe a lot of the barriers could be deconstructed by an awareness in the performer. Kids are open and often really eager to learn. The majority of young people are totally game to jump headfirst into the mystery that is opera—but we have to give them an entry point. We must perform with them in mind. Sing to and with them, not at them.
The COC's 2016 Ensemble Studio School Tour of Matthew Aucion's Second Nature is a perfect example. The piece is brand new, sung in English, and the narrative follows the journey of two kids who leave the safety of their artificial habitat and work to heal the planet. It's set in a post-apocalyptic future that could very well become reality for a future generation, and the kids immediately understood this. And everywhere we went we encountered bright young minds, with astonishingly astute insights.
I believe it's our job as performers to approach every piece with absolute trust in its ability to inspire. If we fearlessly dive into a piece and share it as our truth, we better invite our audience to join us on the adventure. I find that with kids this is even more important, and the reward is even greater.
How are opera stereotypes incorrect?
Opera is not an art form exclusively for the rich elite. In fact, most new opera goers are young people. Opera can be expensive, but so can a pop concert, and there are almost always rush tickets, student discounts, and package deals at the opera. I'm relatively new to Toronto, but I already know that this city has opera coming out of its ears. The indie opera scene here is like none other—young companies are sprouting out of the woodwork and creating truly awe-inspiring and innovative work. It's accessible, affordable, and it's everywhere!
How has being a fan of opera changed your life?
Opera gives the gift of feeling emotion on the grandest of scales, and in the depths of your being. When I experience emotion at the opera, I feel it in the marrow of my bones. I go to the opera to be powerfully and colourfully inspired.
Qualicum Beach, BC native Lauren Eberwein placed second in the Canadian Opera Company's Ensemble Studio Competition in 2016. She studied at the Curtis Institute of Music and was a member of Opera Philadelphia's Emerging Artist Program. Her credits include Baba the Turk in The Rake's Progress, The Composer in Ariadne auf Naxos, Zita in Gianni Schicchi, Tisbe in La Cenerentola, Mère Marie in Dialogues des Carmélites, Second Lady in The Magic Flute, and Dido in Dido and Aeneas (Curtis Opera Theater); Sorrel and Dodo in Double Exposure, Olivia in Cold Mountain and Clairon in Cappriccio (Opera Philadelphia). She made her Carnegie Hall debut singing Handel's Israel in Egypt with the New York Choral Society. This season with the COC she sings the role of Wellgunde in Götterdämmerung.
Photo credits (top - bottom): Lauren Eberwein and Iain MacNeil in Second Nature (COC, 2016), photo by Chris Hutcheson; Wendy Nielsen and participants of a Youth Opera Lab; Lauren Eberwein in Second Nature (COC, 2016), photo by Chris Hutcheson; Lauren Eberwein, photo by Bronwen Sharp
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UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ – Hunter Douglas Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of custom window coverings in North America, announced that it has donated a total of $550,000 to two nonprofits—the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Habitat for Humanity International—to help relieve the suffering and aid the recovery of the Haitian people following the massive earthquake and its terrible aftermath. Each of these worthy organizations was carefully selected and will receive $275,000 for the relief and recovery of the people of Haiti.
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Metrodome, which saw off competition from a number of UK distributors for the film, is planning a May release.
Tim Roth plays a veteran hit-man with Jack O'Connell as his eager apprentice in Craig Viveiros' action-thriller. Talulah Riley and Peter Mullan co-star.
AV previously secured sales on the Corona Pictures' title in territories including North America (Grindstone Entertainment Group), Germany (Koch Media), Italy (Europictures), Japan (Nikkatsu Corp), Australia/NZ (Vendetta Pictures), Scandinavia (Another World), Brazil (PlayArte) and CIS/Baltic States (New Entertainment Partners).
Giles Edwards, acquisitions manager at Metrodome Distribution, said: "We're delighted to be partnering with the teams at Corona and AV to bring Craig's stylish, intelligent and deliciously hard-boiled thriller to the UK. We've no doubt that audiences will be as quick to embrace the stellar talent both in front of and behind the camera with as much excitement as we have."
Caroline Couret-Delègue, AV Pictures' sales and acquisitions director, added: "We're thrilled to work again with Metrodome, whose striking enthusiasm and innovative marketing team will prove fantastic partners for bringing the film to UK audiences."
Revolver has shed the majority of its staff in recent months and has a reduced presence at the EFM where it is not expected to acquire any new titles.
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HOUSTON - Houston police are investigating a man who is accused of stealing beer and baby wipes with a toddler in tow, and then abandoning the baby to flee the scene.
Police responded to the Fiesta grocery store in the 11200 block of Fondren for reports of a shoplifter.
Witnesses said security guards were chasing a man out of the store who had a young boy in a stroller.
The man was allegedly stealing beer and baby wipes.
"Diaper wipes and a can of beer. It's just crazy," said Quin Tuskemp.
Tuskemp told Local 2 he was walking into the store when the incident happened and saw the whole thing. He said the man had the beer and baby wipes stashed inside the stroller.
"He took off running and never came back," Tuskemp said.
He also said the man left the baby behind.
"He was looking around like he didn't know what was going on," said Tuskemp. "My heart went out to him because I have a child his age. It was sad."
Local 2 was told the little boy is safe and was reunited with other family members, but what happened to the accused shoplifter is still unclear.
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A MAN in his 20s has been charged with attacking a woman in a supermarket car park at the weekend.
The woman was walking through the Asda car park in Lowesmoor, Worcester, on Sunday when she was grabbed from behind by a man who put his hand across her mouth and pushed her up against a concrete wall.
After the woman struggled he released her and ran off.
Joshua Beardmore, aged 20 and of Glenthorne Avenue, Worcester, was arrested on Tuesday, February 25 and charged last night with kidnap.
He has been remanded into police custody to appear before Magistrates' Court this morning at Kidderminster Remand Court.


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Volunteer Student Intern Opportunities
Note: This is a volunteer or for-credit internship.
The Securities and Exchange Commission selects volunteer interns for its Summer Honors Program. Though these positions are uncompensated, they offer students responsibility and real experiences that promote their careers.
The Summer Honors Business Program gives graduate and JD/MBA students the opportunity to become acquainted with the regulation of the securities markets and the activities of the Commission. Students from graduate schools across the country work at the Commission's Washington, DC, Headquarters and in a number of our Regional Offices nationwide.
Over the course of the ten-week program, students work with Commission staff on several projects particular to the specific Division or Office to which they are assigned. Students participate in seminars/workshops on various aspects of the federal securities rules and regulations. Past presentations have included: An Overview of Federal Securities Laws; Securities Fraud on the Internet; The SEC's Investigative Process; Mergers and Acquisitions; and the SEC's Examination Program.
Listed below are the Divisions and Offices that typically hire Summer Business Program interns. This list is subject to change on an annual basis.
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The SEC considers your entire background when it evaluates applications. Selections are made based on many elements, including high academic qualifications and preferably some knowledge of or a significant interest in the securities industry. Students are selected based on merit.
Selection criteria include: a demonstrated interest in the SEC's mission; coursework, work experience, and/or research projects/publications relevant to the division(s)/office(s) to which you apply; dedication to public service; and participation in extracurricular activities. Securities course work is not a prerequisite.
In the past, successful interns have demonstrated knowledge of the mission and work of the SEC – and even specific offices or divisions – in their application materials. Our Web site has a description of the SEC's work and the component offices and divisions. Between your cover letter and any interview, you want us to understand why you think you would be a good fit for the divisions/offices where you want to work.
How to Apply
To be considered for the Business Summer Honors Program (SHP), you must apply via the on-line application. The application period for Business SHP 2012 will start on January 26, 2012. Apply now. The posting will officially close on February 29, 2012, but we strongly suggest that you apply immediately because applications will not be considered after we have filled our slots.
Before you begin the application process, carefully read the instructions and assemble the information and documents required. You will be asked to provide the following:
You are required to provide a single PDF with the following documents in the following order:
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The PDF should be named in capitals with your name "LASTNAME FIRSTNAME." For example – HOPP JENNIFER. Failure to follow these instructions about creating and naming your PDF may result in you not being considered.
You will be asked which office or division of the SEC most interests you. You can apply to the DC headquarters and as many of the Regional Offices as you would like. If you receive an offer from multiple offices and divisions, you will be able to choose which one you would like to join.
Your one-page cover letter should be addressed to "SEC Summer 2012 Intern Program" with the headquarters address. As noted above, the cover letter is the best way to explain why you think your interests or experience would make a contribution, either to the SEC in general or to particular divisions/offices specifically. We will accept only one cover letter for all offices. Please do not create multiple cover letters and/or resumes for review.
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Along with approximately four feet of the six feet of snow
that lines Road 7L, the 2014 Winter Olympics have come and gone. In four
years, Pyeongchang, South Korea, is set to hold the 2018 spectacle from
Feb. 9 through 25. This will be the first Winter Olympic Games and
second Olympic Games in South Korea.
As Kiev and Caracas fought,
burned, and in the case of Ukraine, seemed to be on the verge of ousting
a dictator, more pressing items popped up on my search engine. Since
I've heard most of these questions bandied about in local gas stations
and check out lines and as my car radio scans the airwaves, here's my
two cents on what Americans want to know, or at least what we think we
should know.
Did the United States women's hockey team behave in
an unsportpersonlike manner after they lost the gold medal to Canada?
Oh, boo-hoo, they only came home with silver medals. Yes, I believe that
the USA dropped the puck on this one.
My friend Andy lives along
the coast of Lake Erie, close enough to Pelee Island that her family
picks up a Canadian television station, even without a dish. She says
that the Canadian coverage of the Olympics is low on commentary chit
chat. Instead, the media actually cover as many Olympic events as
possible. Not much airtime is devoted to panoramic shots of the athlete
of the moment as a commentator talks about their rise from the ashes, or
their recent jail time. The American media is more than capable of the
same. Let's just pretend it's all football.
Did NBC's Christin
Cooper cross the line during her interview with Bode Miller? The
question came up not just in online chatting, but in a meeting here at
the office. It's not easy deciding whether or not to post an article
and/or image that will undoubtedly cause someone pain. And if such a
piece does make the news, what will inflict the least amount?
my opinion, Cooper, and NBC, crossed the line in pushing Bode Miller to
an on-camera breakdown over the loss of his brother. Not only was it
yellow journalism, the viewing audience could have enjoyed ten minutes
of, say, women's luge, one of several events that didn't make the
Was it amazing that Mario Matt of Austria won the men's
slalom in his dotage? On Saturday, 34-year-old Matt knocked a younger
teammate down to silver. A reporter asked him if he was surprised to
have won the gold at his age. Matt replied something along the lines of,
"I don't understand the question." Exactly. Female American swimmer
Dara Torres won gold at the age of 41. Next question.
How about
that Johnny Weir? I loved Johnny Weir's figure skating commentary. Not
only does the man know what he is talking about on the ice, his fashion
ensembles were so mesmerizing that I completely forgot about all the
annoying crawling script and flashing icons that accompany televised
news. Weir's style is sort of Great Renaissance meets Adam Ant and Brian
It really doesn't matter what I think of the Olympics.
At its finest, the Olympics remind us that we share this world with so
many other countries and cultures, most of which have learned to
understand and speak English while we Americans haven't even mastered
our own language. At the very least, the two week event gives most of us
a chance to watch very fit athletes test their bodies to the breaking
point while we splash down in a comfy chair and eat chips. Maybe we'll
give curling a try after the closing ceremonies.
I think I'll go make a snow angel. I'm that motivated.
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Lamar Vernon Bennett is an Assistant Professor in the Master of Public Administration Program, in the School of Business, Public Administration and Information Sciences. Dr. Bennett holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration and Policy from The American University School of Public Affairs and a Masters of Public Administration from Rutgers University, School of Public Affairs and Administration. As a student at Rutgers, Dr. Bennett worked for U.S. Senator Jon Corzine as part of the Eagleton Institute of Politics Government Fellowship Program.
Prior to coming to Long Island University, Dr. Bennett served as an Assistant Professor of Public Administration at Marist College and as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the Charles B. Rangel Center for Public Service at the City College of New York. Dr. Bennett has nearly a decade of public service work experience which includes positions as a Job Coach and Community Organizer at various non-profit organizations in Newark, NJ and as a Senior Research Manager for a large government research firm
Dr. Bennett's research has appeared in journals such as American Review of Public Administration. Since 2009, Dr. Bennett has served as manuscript reviewer for American Review of Public Administration and Administrative Theory and Praxis. Dr. Bennett also serves on the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration's Minority Serving Institutions Taskforce, which is charged with developing strategies to help minority serving institutions through the accreditation process.
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Topic: Thinking of you all this Christmas
It's our first Christmas since Sue died. We spent yesterday evening with her boyfriend, Paul, and had a really good time, thinking both to the past and to the future. Today, mum and I have been alone together and have had a quiet, peaceful and very enjoyable day. We miss Sue very much but her essence is evident everywhere and we both feel reassured that she is out of pain and safe from harm.
We've had a very rocky time recently, as mum had a stroke last month. She's 88, and it's really sapped her energy and knocked her confidence, but she's out of hospital now and is recovering very well.
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A WOMAN needed hospital treatment after being wrestled to the ground and bitten on the head by an attacker in Clacton.
The attacker was a woman driving a small purple or blue car, thought to be a Vauxhall Corsa.
She drove up alongside the 22 year old victim as she was walking along Wellesley Road with a friend, before jumping out the car to launch the assault.
The victim was pulled to the ground by her hair and suffered a bite wound to the back of her head, as well as several cuts and bruises.
It happened in broad daylight, at about 6.20pm on Thursday.
Investigating officer Det Con Dave Brooks said: "We believe some members of the public may have witnessed this incident as they offered to help the victim afterwards.
"I would ask anyone who saw what happened to get in touch with me."
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Alaska presents a formidable landscape for a university system: a land mass one-fifth the size of the continental United States; campuses thousands of miles apart; and weather that would shut down most Lower 48 schools. But this vast environment of rainforest, tundra, coastal shores and mountains is home to the University of Alaska system, established in 1917.
The university system started as the Alaska Agricultural College and School of Mines in Fairbanks, later renamed the University of Alaska. That first year, the campus was a single two-story frame building and had just six students. The school was renamed the University of Alaska in 1935.
In 1954, Anchorage Community College (now known as the University of Alaska Anchorage) was incorporated into the University of Alaska. That next year, Juneau Community College was established and was later named the University of Alaska Southeast.
The UA system's largest hubs (UAA, UAF and UAS) are separately accredited institutions, as is Prince William Sound Community College in Valdez. System-wide, nearly 35,000 full- and part-time students are enrolled, studying among 500 unique degree, certificate or endorsement programs. Study areas include short-course workforce training, associate degrees, bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as doctorates. Programs include a wide array of the sciences, engineering, teacher and early childhood education, business, journalism and communications, aviation, health occupations, history, English, the arts and humanities and many others.
Per the Alaska Constitution, an 11-member board of regents governs the system. The system president serves as the board's chief executive officer. Chancellors for each of the hubs—UAA, UAF and UAS--report to the president. The university employs roughly 7,000 people and contributes an estimated $1 billion annually to the Alaska economy.


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A MAN died on Christmas Day, five days after falling down the cellar steps of a Worcester pub.
An inquest into the death of Robert Murthi, of Lichfield Avenue, Ronkswood, Worcester, opened yesterday.
The inquest heard that the 55-year-old fell down the cellar steps of the Paul Pry public house, in the Butts, Worcester, on Friday, December 20.
He was then taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham where he died on Christmas Day.
An investigation into the incident was launched by West Mercia Police and Worcestershire Regulatory Services.
A spokesman for the police said: "West Mercia Police has conducted an investigation and there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances.
"The police file has been passed to the coroner and a Health and Safety investigation is being conducted by Worcestershire Regulatory Services."
No further details were made available and the inquest was adjourned for a date to be fixed.


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|September 3, 1999
Volume 1, Issue 36
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Researchers at Temple University School of Medicine examined records from 6,550 women born at 37 to 44 weeks' gestation in 1974 and who had babies of their own in 1995 or 1996. Those who at birth had been in the bottom tenth percentile of standard weight charts for their gestational age were three to four times more likely to have gestational diabetes when pregnant themselves. The head of the research team theorized that if a woman is born small, it may have been caused by insufficient nutrition, and it compromised her internal organs. Perhaps as a result the pancreas doesn't have enough of the cells that produce insulin.
- Obstetrics & Gynecology, reported in American Baby, April 1999
An interactive educational software package focusing on pregnancy and childbirth which takes a woman through pregnancy week-by-week. Written by a doctor and a midwife. Includes a fun bonus screen saver that helps in choosing the baby's name.
4) Keep Baby Safe
Herpesvirus can have a devastating effect on the baby's central nervous system. If initial outbreak occurs during the first trimester, consult with backup. If there are active lesions when labor commences, vaginal delivery is generally prohibited unless sores have closed and can be kept from contact with the baby. Do cultures on both the sores and cervix in the event of any outbreak during pregnancy. Weekly cultures are no longer deemed necessary in the last trimester--a visual inspection of the cervix at the onset of labor is considered sufficient to rule out current infection. But if membranes rupture prior to the onset of labor, screen the cervix within two hours, as the baby may be rapidly affected by herpesvirus without the barrier of intact membranes.
- Elizabeth Davis, Heart & Hands, 3rd ed., 1997
5) Treatment for Herpes
Treatment of herpes genitalis includes prevention or treatment of secondary infection. Acyclovir 200 mg five times daily for 5-7 days following a first dose of 400 mg can reduce the duration of the primary attack. Recurrent infections may require acyclovir suppressive therapy. Neonatal screening should be undertaken following delivery and acyclovir treatment given if necessary. Annual cervical cytology is recommend for all women with this condition.
- Betty Sweet, ed., Mayes Midwifery, 12th ed. 1997
6) Genital Herpes: Natural Remedies
Vitamin C enhances immunity by acting as an antioxidant, antihistamine, antiviral and antifungal. It may also enhance white blood cell activity and promote production of interferon-specific immunoactive proteins released by blood cells in response to viral infections.
Zinc has been shown in several clinical trials to reduce the frequency and severity of herpes outbreaks. It may inhibit the ability of the herpes virus to reproduce itself, particularly when applied topically to lesions (zinc sulfate ointment). Zinc supplementation in the form of 60-90 mg daily (taken in divided doses of 15-30 mg at a time with food to prevent nausea from developing) appears to enhance cell mediated immunity and help the immune system identify and fight the virus. This large dose may be continued for a month or two, then reduced to 30 mg daily as immune function improves and outbreaks decline.
Lysine has been shown to be important in the prevention and treatment of herpes outbreaks. Some researchers believe a diet high in arginine and low in lysine may activate the herpes virus and promote outbreaks. HSV replication requires arginine, so a diet high in lysine may block arginine and prevent it from activating the virus. Most high protein foods contain many amino acids, including both arginine and lysine. Chocolate, nuts and grains are high in arginine while relatively low in lysine. Legumes have a high lysine content and are lower in arginine.
No amino acid should be taken exclusively for more than one month. Favoring one amino acid can lead to deficiencies in other amino acids. Lysine is best used as part of a comprehensive program that includes diet, herbs and immune support.
Aloe vera, an excellent antiulcer and vulnerary, can be applied topically to lesions and also taken internally for its antiviral effect. Recent research has identifed several immune stimulating compounds in aloe gel. Take 1-2 oz. aloe juice mixed with fruit juice daily for chronic viral infections. The amount can be increased up to a pint or more a day.
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) has been shown in research too have antiviral effects against the herpes virus. Applying strong lemon balm extracts to initial herpes outbreaks can prevent recurrence, or can speed healing. Creams prepared from highly concentrated melissa extracts and melissa essential oil are now available.
Licorice is an antivral known to reduce inflammation and heal ulcers. It contains a steroid-like saponin called glycyrrhizin which can alleviate pain and speed healing of herpes lesions. It should be applied topically and taken internally for best results. Prepare tea by boiling one teaspoon shredded root per cup of water for five to 10 minutes. Drink four to five cups of licorice tea per day at the onset. A cloth soaked in the tea and applied to ulcers may speed healing. Salves containing glycyrrhizinic acid, one of the antiulcer compounds in licorice, are available.
- Jill E. Stansbury, ND, author of Herbs for Health and Healing, Publications International, 1997
7) Route of Infection
Sixty to 80% of all infants who develop neonatal [herpes] are born to infected women who are completely asymptomatic during pregnancy as well as at the time of birth. These women have no past history and their current partner is free of genital lesions. Only 27% of infected women whose babies become ill have a history of recurrent lesions during the current pregnancy. Transplacental communication or infection which ascends from the lower genital tract are both possible options for intrauterine infection, which can occur with both primary and recurrent infection. Infection via virus crossing the placenta or membranes is rare. The most common route of infection occurs during labor and birth when the baby has direct contact with infected maternal secretions. After birth, the baby can acquire herpes via contact with lesions on the breasts or lips of an infected person; babies born to seronegative mothers are most at risk from such exposures.
In the absence of internal examination or other invasive procedures, there is no evidence that external perineal lesions result in ascending infection in the presence of ruptured membranes, although such infection is probably more likely when the cervix is colonized.
- Anne Frye, Understanding Diagnostic Tests in the Childbearing Year, 6th ed, Labrys Press, 1997
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8) Question of the Week (repeated): Here in Mexico it is big business to be able to turn a breech baby anywhere between 3-6 months. I wonder about the risks involved and if anyone out there finds this a successful procedure?
- Evette, aspiring midwife
9) Question of the Week Responses
Q: In regards to treatment of genital herpes during pregnancy, are there any herbs or other preparations that you know of to prevent an active infection "flare-up"? A woman in one of my childbirth classes desperately wants to have a vaginal birth. I would appreciate any information that could help her.
- D. Windover
I have genital herpes, and while I very rarely experience a flare-up, when I do, it is usually at a time of extreme stress in my life. You might make your client aware of the many benefits of staying calm and relaxed, especially in the last few weeks of her pregnancy, as herpes outbreaks are definitely linked with stress.
If your client does experience an outbreak close to her due date, if she takes the following actions as soon as she detects the first signs (tingling, soreness), she can shorten the length of the outbreak: Remove all restrictive clothing (underwear, panty-hose, pants, etc.) so that air can circulate freely to the developing lesion. After peeing, wash and blow-dry the area gently. The goal is to get the wet lesion to crust over, after which it will heal quickly and no longer be a risk to the baby.
- Trudy Noort
Herpes outbreaks occur, as I understand it, when there is a deficiency of lysine. To treat outbreaks, a woman may take L-Lysine 1000 mg three times a day for 5 days. It is more effective if taken at the first sign of outbreak (tingling or pain). She may then follow with L-Lysine 500 mg four times a day for the rest of the pregnancy for suppression therapy. In our practice, we encourage pregnant women to take lysine as described above for the entire pregnancy. It seems to be very effective and is an inexpensive supplement. Women should also emphasize foods which are high in lysine in their diets.
- Liza McKinney, CNM
Lysine, which is a dietary supplement, helps reduce herpes outbreaks quite well. Lysine is not produced in the body and is ingested normally in vegetables. Another way is lemon balm. It is well known by herpes sufferers to reduce outbreaks and quickly get rid of an outbreak. It can be found in health food stores. Just apply an amount that covers the area 2-3 times a day during an outbreak, or in accordance with the product label if given.
- Lucia Brazier, email@example.com
I suggest that immune-stimulating supplements be taken throughout pregnancy, particularly vitamin C in the mineral ascorbate form (not just ascorbic acid), plus bioflavonoids and rutin. Also try a garlic supplement. I have had great success with 5 Mushroom Extract, which is anti-viral. It contains the Japanese mushrooms Tremella fuciform, Cordyseps sinensis, Ganoderma lucidium, Lentinus edodes, Grifola frondosa. Take 10-20 drops in water 3 times a day. A client of mine developed an outbreak of herpes a week before her due date; after using the extract, everything resolved in about 3 days.
In Australia, 5 Mushroom Extract is marketed by Health World Limited, and their product range is called Metagenics. They are primarily practitioner only products, but can also be purchased through pharmacies here in Australia. Email them at firstname.lastname@example.com to see if there is an American agent.
- Marianne Idle
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10) Switchboard
I was taught to do bimanual compression, which means to grab and hold the uterus firmly. At that point you would also administer herbs or drugs so it is a matter of minutes before postpartum hemorrhage should slow. I believe that if you cause the mother great pain it can cause more problems such as shock. Also getting her adrenalin going can cause her to bleed more. In Russia they used ice packs on the uterus to contract it and stop the blood. It worked!
- Jill Cohen
I have had great success helping women deliver full term using aloe vera. I know aloe vera has been used as a laxative, but it is also very useful, in capsule form, for ridding the body of excess fluid. The mother will not lose more amniotic fluid than necessary. (She will not experience a dry birth. And, yes, there is such a thing. I have seen it only once, though.)
During my fourth pregnancy I experienced polyhydramnios. Twins were suspected when I was at 20 weeks. My fundal height had increased 10 cm in 4 weeks. An ultrasound revealed a single baby. No one ever told me what polyhydramnios was, or that I had it. It was quite uncomfortable. Although it was my shortest birth--5 hours from start to finish (my usual time is about 20 hours)--he was not my largest baby--9 lbs.6 oz. compared to my third baby, a 10-pounder.
I knew I had polyhydramnios because when my membranes were ruptured, lots and lots of amniotic fluid poured out, and after my baby was born there was still copious amounts of amniotic fluid. It squirted out, literally soaking my midwife and my husband. Although I'm grateful for the quick and relatively easy birth I had, I wish my CNM had explained what polyhydramnios was and offered some relief.
- Alison
Are any midwives' clients using goat's milk as a supplement for the newborn when the mother chooses to work and needs a supplementation source? How is it working out? Is it a viable alternative to formula?
- Sandra
I have a friend who is 42 and pregnant with her fourth child. It has been seven years since her last pregnancy and she is overweight. She is always very sick during her entire pregnancy, unable to keep food and liquids down. She becomes weak and unable to get out of bed. This pregnancy seems the same. She is a very picky eater. She hates tea but is willing to try a pregnancy tea, maybe mixed with juice. Her last pregnancy she had to be hospitalized for dehydration. She is not necessarily interested in a holistic only approach, so all suggestions would be helpful. I am studying to be a midwife and she is looking to me for some answers, but it seems like every suggestion I give her she has already tried. I would love some suggestions from others that I could pass on to her.
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I am interested in learning about the effects of marijuana use by nursing mothers.
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I was happy to read the letter from the nurse talking about her hospital's practice of providing a homelike atmosphere for laboring woman [Issue 33]. In our hospital too we encourage ambulation and, since we have no whirlpool, showers. However most nurses are unaware of the enormous impact they have on a woman's experience. When a mom begins to waver and give up and ask for an epidural, many nurses will go right ahead with it without trying other things. We need to have alternatives to suggest, especially if she came in stating she did not want one. I receive so many fliers for external fetal monitoring workshops. What L&D nurses need are more workshops on non-pharmacological comfort measures.
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I am a community midwife who provides whole care for home and 'natural' hospital births. Whilst hospital can try to mimic the 'naturalness' of home, it invariably fails. It takes more than wallpaper and pretty curtains, intermittent monitoring and ambulation to change an entire philosophy, one that cries out to women that they *need* the safety of a hospital because their bodies are really unable to cope with childbirth, that pain is to be doctor controlled and expected to be terrible.
Women in my care have free choice regardless their past history. In four years I have used pethidine once at a homebirth and gas and air twice. This isn't because the women can't have pain relief, they don't ask for it!
I don't have to be 'laid back' in my care for the women; they direct and I observe. These women are never 'patients' so they do not adopt the 'sick role.' When women are empowered their babies are rarely compromised. We build a relationship of trust and total control for the woman. I realise that this style of care does not exist much in America, but it is up to us as women and midwives to support the best and least patriarchal care that we can.
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Nebraska lawmakers are considering legislation to help make dead peoples online information more accessible to their close friends or family members.
It was introduced Thursday, Jan. 10 by Sen. John Wightman of Lexington.
The statute would update probate laws, Wightmans legislative aide Roger Keetle said.
Currently, only Connecticut, Rhode Island, Oklahoma, Indiana and Idaho have laws including digital assets, or remnants of ones life online, in a persons estate. The statutes are variable and only Oklahoma and Idaho include social networking and blogging as a part of estates.
Former Rep. Ryan Kiesel pushed for the law in Oklahoma in 2010 after hearing cases in which people had difficulty accessing online information from their loved ones who died.
Theres this recognition that rather than having a box full of papers and photographs that you keep under your bed or in your nightstand, more and more that property is being stored online, Kiesel said.
But the more important purpose of the law was to get Oklahomans to think about including digital assets in their estates, he said.
If you have a sound estate plan, you dont have to use laws like this in the first place, Kiesel said.
As a part of estate planning, Kiesel said privacy on social media sites and email accounts after ones death is something that even younger Internet users should be keep in mind.
When were thinking about privacy, its not enough to think about next week.
For users who lack an estate plan, different Internet sites have their own policies for handling death.
Facebook has an option to memorialize an account, where a friend or family member can report the person has died. According to the policy, the account holders death has to be proven with a link to an obituary. Once the account has been memorialized, Facebook locks down the account to protect the users privacy.
Verified family members can request the removal of the account, but Facebook does not release content without a court order.
Google also requires a court order for content requests. Google spokesperson Chris Gaither said in an email: Protecting our users' security and privacy is vital, and we're constantly working to earn their trust. That means putting our users first when we receive requests for their personal information, even when it's from a grieving family.
In Nebraska, the social media probate bill was introduced last year, but failed to pass.
[The bill] would provide a cure for what some people see as a potential problem, Wightman said. I think theres a problem if we dont do anything.
The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee. A hearing is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 24.
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Last weekend I decided I would try making beer cheese soup for the first time, and tried to incorporate some grilling into the process. My apologies for the inconsistent colors; I just upgraded to a new version of Photoshop and have some learning to do.
Here are the primary ingredients. Most recipes call for cheddar but I had a mishmash of leftover cheeses to use up so I went that route, and didn't really follow any one particular recipe. Provolone, asiago, parmesan, and curds were run through the food processor.
I fired up the grill and put the pepper and onion right on the coals until they were thoroughly charred.
And to add a Wisconsin touch, since the grill was going I hot-smoked a bratwurst and cut it into coins.
The veggies, beer, and chicken stock went into the pot first.
Then I stirred in some milk and added the cheese and bratwurst.
I made 2 major mistakes: I used some cheeses that were too soft (provolone and curds) and I let the soup get too hot, which eventually gave me a pot of liquid with a giant glob of what could be described as resembling dog barf at the bottom.
This was why I put the soup outside overnight. The next afternoon I cut up the solids into small pieces and tried to melt them back into the liquid without any luck, which is why I wound up pouring the soup through the strainer.
After thickening the final product with a little bit of flour it actually had a pretty good flavor (the red pepper was noticeable but not overpowering) and texture, but I went about achieving it a very wrong way. I think if I was to make it again and stick to harder cheeses and lower temperatures the results would be much better.


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FLUSHING, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – "The injury to the little finger on David Wright's right hand was re-evaluated today by a hand specialist in New York, who reiterated that David can return to baseball activity as tolerated. His playing status will be reviewed again tomorrow in Philadelphia prior to the game."


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For those who stick to potato chips of the boring, old "regular" variety for their gameday munching needs, we at Esquire feel we need to warn you: you've been missing out. The spicy chip, ideal for the man constantly reaching for the hot sauce, deserves more attention and appreciation for it's masterful combination of spice, salt, and crunch.
So we went in search of the perfect spicy chip. We gathered an elite group of potato-chip aficionados to clear out their sinuses and drink some beers to rank the best and worst offerings out there, and everything in between. For tonight's NFL game, and all the games to come, we give you a guide.
It was difficult to distinguish these from sour cream and onion chips. The only added kick it had was from all the salt, which overshadowed the spiciness. While they weren't the worst in the bunch — in fact, it would go pretty well with a sandwich — we wouldn't recommend them for those who are looking for real heat.
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Job hunting while you're still working in your current position can be a double-edged sword. Candidates who are employed are typically more attractive to employers. However, it can be dangerous. Learn what it takes to balance your current job and your career search--without getting cut.
Looking for a job requires a lot of time and effort on your part and it isn't something you should enter into lightly. Conducting a job search while you're still employed, according to many experts, is the best approach as candidates currently employed tend to be more attractive to hiring managers. However, balancing your current job, your family and your job search can be exhaustive, and if you're not careful it could end in disaster.
[ALSO: 15 tips for landing a job interview]
There are countless reasons to look for a new job. Perhaps you feel like there's nowhere for you to go in your current role or maybe you just can't stand someone you work closely with every day. Before you start to send out resumes be sure you have thought things through.
"Talk about what may be frustrating you at work and determine if there are things that can be changed to make your issues better. If you want to move locations, it may be better to talk about that with your boss, as the company may want to discuss remote working options, "says Chad Lilly, director of recruiting at Lextech, a custom mobile apps company. Bottom line, make sure your current role can't be salvaged. Could you transfer, change departments or work remotely? Is there something you can do to make your work more enjoyable and rewarding?
If the answer is no, then go, says Roy West, CEO of the Roy West Companies and senior scientist at the Gallup Organization. "You should go quietly, gracefully, swiftly and never look back. If you are not currently working for someone who clearly understands that your growth and their growth [boss/organization] is an implied contract and common goal, then you are compelled to find one that does and will," says West.
So what do you do when you've decided it's time to move on? Most of us have been there at some point in our careers. Do you tell your boss or not? How do you handle interviews and references? To help bring a measure of clarity to your job search, CIO.com spoke with industry experts to figure out the best way to conduct your new job search without losing your old job.
Who Can You Tell
It's never a smart move to lie to your boss, but sometimes it may be a necessary evil if you want to hold onto your job. Some companies have a policy of letting people go who are actively searching for a job. So keep your job hunt on a need-to-know basis.
"In general, it is good practice to keep your job search quiet. You really have to trust the relationship you have with your boss to divulge this information," says Lilly, who has 16 years of experience working in the professional services market recruitment business.
In fact, Lily says, it's probably not wise to share this with anyone you work with. One misstep from a friendly coworker could mean a pink slip or damage your reputation with the company.
Donald Burns, executive career strategist and coach, agrees: "Absolutely do not tell your boss--doing so will compromise your most valuable asset, namely, your current employment. As soon as the company discovers you're looking, they will start looking for your replacement. Your job is probably toast. You've 'crossed the Rubicon' and there's no going back," says Burns. Knowing the company culture on this matter will help make a decision on which path to take.
Don't Conduct Your Search on the Company Dime
Conducting your job search on company hours is never a good idea. When you are at your current job, it should be your primary focus. Underperforming is surely something that will tip off your boss that something is going on with you. It's unethical and not likely something that will get you a great recommendation from your present boss when the time comes.
Also, if you are trying to keep your job hunt discrete, this is a common way to get caught or at least to get the rumor mill grinding. "If your employer finds out they can start looking for your replacement and fire you before you are ready to go. It also hurts your productivity and the rest of the team. You start holding back on committing to new work because most candidates do not want to leave in the middle of a project," says Lilly.
Recruiters understand that discretion is often part of the process and are willing to do what they can. "If you are upfront with the recruiter they will do what they can to get you in. We are sympathetic to a point for getting the candidates in to meet. Most recruiters will talk off-hours or at lunch time," says Lilly. One tip he offers: List specific times to reach you on your resume.
Don't Use Company Email Addresses or Phone Numbers
Whether you're talking about social networking site profiles like LinkedIn and BranchOut or your resume, you really want to stick to using your personal email addresses and phone numbers for your accounts. Some experts even say you should restrict your job search to your personal PC. One inopportune email or phone call could alert your supervisor that you're considering leaving.
Using a work email address for your social media accounts is also a sure way to get yourself locked out of your profiles when you do leave and your old email address gets shut down or redirected. Whomever the email is redirected to will get your notifications and be privy to your updates, messages and who knows what else. You'd likely get control back after submitting a request but avoid the hassle and stick to personal email addresses for primary emails.
What Should You Do If Your Boss Asks You Directly?
If your boss asks you if you are looking, don't lie. "It may be best to be straightforward with your employer. You are at risk of being let go in this situation, depending on your past performance and standing with the company," says Lilly.
That said, there are some ways to spin it, according to the experts: "Lots of changes are happening here lately. I don't want to leave, but I'm a little nervous and just thinking about Plan B," Burns says, is one way to handle it.
Don't Be Careless With Your Resume
Be selective about who you give your resume to and explain to those who do get your resume that your job search is confidential. "Spamming your resume is bad business. It does not work and if you are currently employed, you are easily ferreted out when you respond to online inquiries. Even providing your resume to be privately circulated is a risk. There are no secrets," says West.
Lilly echoes that sentiment and takes it one step further. You also want to keep your resume confidential when posting it on job boards. Keep your LinkedIn profile updated, but be careful when you connect with recruiters. Your network sees that too and may create alerts as you start your search," says Lilly.
Don't Say Negative Things About Your Current Employer
Regardless of your situation, bad-mouthing your company or superior isn't going to get you the job. It's important in the interview to remain positive and focused on what you bring to the table.
"Tell them the truth," says Burns, "Something changed at the company, or you've reached a point where you've gone as far as you can go and can't spend years waiting for a 'spot' to open. Make sure you never even hint at anything negative about your current employer. I've met people who understand this rule but let things slip during interviews," says Burns.
"You should avoid bashing at all costs even if your boss is the reason for your leaving. Interviewees should think of something positive to say or keep it very general and shift the conversation to a positive about your performance," says Lilly.
How to Handle References
Accidentally using your boss or supervisor as a reference likely won't sit well with them when they get blind-sided by an employer checking up on your references. References should be given upon request only, according to West, and even then with the caveat that your job search is confidential for the time being.
"You should have three solid references from different employers," Lily says. "One of them should be a supervisor or past manager. You should only use someone from your current place of employment if you trust them not to leak or they have left recently."
Selling Your Personal Brand is Easier When Employed
For whatever psychological or analytic reason, employers prefer to hire someone who is currently working. "You are perceived as more desirable by potential employers and you are in a stronger negotiating position. In fact, some employers harbor a 'secret' bias against hiring unemployed people," says Burns.
Lilly agrees, "The advantage is the perception that someone wants them. An unemployed candidate will only have an advantage if the position really needs to be filled immediately and he/she has the right skills."
Put Yourself in the Best Position
"Even though 'global job shortfall' is at epidemic proportions, the most talented will always have options," says West. If you're working and thinking about moving on, make sure you've done all your homework and put yourself in the best position to get the job you want before leaving.
At the same time, it's important to stay focused and productive at your current job. The best employees always strive to finish strong and leave on a positive note. Do the job you are being paid to do to the best of your ability. It is only in your best interest and can make finding a job that much easier.
Read more about careers in CIO's Careers Drilldown.
This story, "8 Tips for Job Hunting While You're Still Employed" was originally published by CIO.


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