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Back On Top! No. 18 UCSD Reclaims CCAA Supremacy With Record Sixth Tournament Banner
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STOCKTON, Calif. - UC San Diego and Chico State aren't tiring of playing instant classics , so we aren't tiring from calling them as such.
The 18th-ranked Tritons downed ninth-ranked rival Wildcats, 10-7, in a game that had a little bit of everything in the 2014 California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Championship title tilt Saturday night at Banner Island Ballpark.
It marked UCSD's fifth CCAA tournament banner in the last six seasons and six in all, pushing the Tritons ahead of Sonoma State at five for the most tournament titles in the CCAA Baseball Championship's 16-year history.
The result earned UCSD (35-14) the CCAA's automatic berth into the 2014 NCAA Division II Championship. Chico State (39-13) will also assuredly be among the 48 participants when the field is announced on Sunday evening at 7 p.m. PT. The selection show can be viewed live at NCAA.com.
The teams had split their four-game regular-season series in mid-February, with the Tritons rallying for a 5-3 victory in the opening game of the tourney for both sides on Thursday night. Third-seeded UCSD was the designated home team Saturday on account of having previously been the home squad less times (once) than No. 2 seed Chico State (twice) this week. The 'Cats moved into the title round by virtue of a 5-2 decision over Cal Poly Pomona in an elimination contest earlier Saturday.
Six Tritons were named to the CCAA Championship All-Tournament Team in Justin Donatella, Nick La Face, Brett Levy, Erik Lewis, Brandon Shirley and Garrett Tuck. La Face was tabbed the Most Valuable Player. It was his walk-off double in the 11th inning on Friday night that lifted UCSD past CPP and into Saturday's final.
Ryan McClellan shot a leadoff single through the right side to begin the second and immediately swiped his ninth bag of the year. A looped liner to Lewis at second base and two flyouts to Justin Rahn in left field keep the Chico State senior there.
The home second opened with back-to-back walks to Troy Cruz and Levy, but Wildcat starter Derek Sesma collected Jack Larsen's sacrifice attempt and cut Cruz down at third. Another fielder's choice grounder saw Tuck narrowly beat the throw to first. That brought up Tyler Howsley, a true freshman making his first postseason start, who looked quite the veteran in promptly drawing the six-pitch walk from the nine-hole. On the very next pitch, Shirley lined a two-run single to left to give UCSD the 2-0 lead. Shirley had jumped on a first-pitch fastball for a game-tying solo shot to lead off the eighth in Thursday's win over the Wildcats.
Cruz produced the shutdown inning, erasing a one-out Ryne Clark single thanks in part to an unsuccessful hit-and-run play. Eric Angerer lined out to Lewis, who had loads of time to flip to first to double up the moving Clark.
Immediately after Nick La Face's sharp single to lead off the third, Rahn smoked an RBI triple just by Angerer at first base, inside the foul line and into the right field corner. Though Cruz's flyout wasn't quite deep enough to bring Rahn home, no matter. Brett Levy, making his first collegiate start at first base, rewarded his head coach with a solid RBI single on the second pitch of his at-bat, and within a five-pitch segment in the frame, it was 4-0 Tritons just like that. Triton skipper Eric Newman had put Levy at first to keep his junior catcher's hot bat in the lineup.
After a perfect bunt single by Larsen to make up for his missed sacrifice in the second, Howsley worked his second full count in as many frames and like La Face, Rahn and Levy in the inning ahead of him, made solid contact on an RBI single to right, chasing Sesma early.
Cruz again had little issue coming up with the shutdown inning, needing 11 pitches to the heart of the Wildcat order get around a two-out McClellan single via his first strikeout in between two harmless grounders.
UCSD added a sixth run in the fourth, as Levy's two-out single plated Lewis, who had singled to lead off and moved to second on a one-out walk to Rahn.
Connor Huesers was plunked with the first pitch of the fifth before the Wildcat leftfielder advanced on a passed ball and groundout. A lineout and another ground ball, both to Lewis, stranded him at third.
With everything seemingly going their way, the Tritons then endured a nightmare of a sixth inning. Chico State strung together five consecutive hits, with four singles and a double, for their first two runs of the night, pushing Cruz out of the game. When the dust had settled, 11 Wildcats had come to the plate and the score was 7-6 in favor of Chico State.
New Wildcat pitcher Clayton Gelfand in turn hit Lewis with his very first pitch to start the home half, and walked La Face on a 3-2 offering to quickly end his evening. Star closer Luke Barker entered and dialed up the hard-hit 4-6-3 twin killing off the bat of Rahn with his first pitch. Cruz then smoked a harder shot that glanced off of Barker's head and bounded over Angerer's head down the first base line, going down as an RBI double up the middle to knot it at 7-7. Barker remained on the hill and got Levy looking for the third out.
Chico State loaded the bases with one out on an infield single and two walks in the seventh, only for Justin Donatella to get successive strikeouts to keep the Tritons even. The sophomore right-hander got Dylan Garcia swinging, before Cody Slader saw Levy far enough back at first base to try for a two-strike bunt, but pushed it foul.
Larsen, like Howsley a true freshman with the duo teammates from Capistrano Valley High School, drew a leadoff walk from Barker in the ensuing frame, and moved to second on a wild pitch. Tuck then laid down the sacrifice, or so he thought, as it went too close to Barker for Larsen to advance, but the Wildcat pitcher slipped on the infield grass and had no play. He was charged with the error. Howsley hit the ball hard again, only for Danny Miller to make the sliding grab in right. After a strikeout, Lewis lined an RBI single to right to send Larsen flying around third with the go-ahead score. La Face followed with a frozen rope that Miller angled back to snatch toward the wall to keep the margin at a single run.Donatella cruised through a perfect eighth with two swinging strikeouts on the minimum six pitches, and a groundout, enabling his squad to get right back to work and add two insurance runs in their half. Rahn's leadoff double and a hit-by-pitch to Cruz preceded a third single to left by Levy on a neatly-executed hit-and-run. Larsen's sacrifice fly put a cap on the scoring.
UCSD then had the unique opportunity to send its ace starter back to the mound to close out a conference championship. Donatella extended his remarkable to stretch to five strikeouts in six Wildcat batters, all swinging, before two flyouts had the Tritons pouring onto the field to celebrate.
In all, Donatella (8-2) tossed 3.2 scoreless with two singles and two walks against him and five punch-outs, earning the decision.
Cruz, making his first collegiate postseason pitching appearance, went five-plus innings and allowed five runs on nine hits and no walks. He struck out one. The five earned runs were a season high. Cruz navigated around a two-out Ruben Padilla single in his first frame with three ground balls to Lewis, who was involved in each of the first four outs. Lewis totaled eight assists and three putouts.
Levy wound up 3-for-4 with a walk, two runs and three RBI, tying single-game career bests in hits and runs while falling an RBI short. Rahn went 2-for-4 with a walk, double, triple, two runs and an RBI. Lewis was an identical 2-for-4 with two scored and one knocked in. La Face finished 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored. Shirley had the clutch two-run single early on.
Sesma, a junior left-hander, gave up five runs on seven hits and three walks over 2.2 frames, striking out two. Sesma got through the first unscathed despite centerfielder Ryne Clark being unable to glove La Face's drive to deep center with the evening sun causing considerable difficulty. The play went down as La Face's 20th double of the year, but Sesma fanned Rahn. Barker (4-3) took the loss.
McClellan went 4-for-5 with a run, RBI and steal. Dylan Garcia was 1-for-4 with a two-run double in the big Wildcat sixth. Angerer and Padilla were each 2-for-5.
The four-team, double-elimination CCAA Championship was being held at the neutral-site facility of the minor-league Stockton Ports for the second straight year.
Triton Notes: Troy Cruz is the only Triton to start all 49 games, with 12 now coming on the mound ... It was the 18th career pitching start for Cruz ... Prior to his first collegiate start at first base tonight, Brett Levy had made two starts at designated hitter and three at third base as a freshman, in addition to 86 at his usual catcher spot ... Erik Lewis' leadoff single in the fourth extended his reached-base streak to 18 games ... Justin Rahn's third inning triple was his second on the year and fourth of his career ... Since the start of April, Garrett Tuck is hitting .351 (20-for-57) with 10 runs, a double, triple and 11 RBI ... The Tritons are 20-7 away from home in 2014 ... In its 10th appearance, UCSD is 23-12 all-time at the CCAA Championship, and 6-1 under third-year head coach Eric Newman ... This was UCSD's seventh appearance in the last round of the CCAA Championship, with the Tritons 7-4 in title-round games ... Each of the previous three times that the Tritons had made the championship round, they lost the first game before earning the league banner in a second and final meeting with their opponent ... UCSD is 8-3 against Chico State at the CCAA Championship, including a perfect 3-0 in title-round games, with two extra-inning wins at Chico's Nettleton Stadium to grab its first banner in 2005 ... The Tritons are 9-2 in CCAA Championship games in the city of Stockton ... UCSD is 21-4 over its last 25 ... The Tritons reached double figures in runs for the 13th time this season, now a perfect 13-0 in such contests, and 25-3 when it scores at least six.
2014 CCAA Championship All-Tournament Team
P - Steven Farnworth (Cal Poly Pomona)
P - Justin Donatella (UC San Diego)
C - Brett Levy (UC San Diego)
C - Peter Miller (Chico State)
2B - Erik Lewis (UC San Diego)
2B - Ryan McClellan (Chico State)
3B - Ruben Padilla (Chico State)
SS - Garrett Tuck (UC San Diego)
OF - Brandon Shirley (UC San Diego)
OF - Joseph Eusebio (Cal Poly Pomona)
OF - Ryne Clark (Chico State)
DH - Nick La Face (UC San Diego)
Most Outstanding Player
Nick La Face (C/DH) - UC San Diego

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When Benjamin Franklin received a letter from Governor James Bowdoin of Massachusetts about rewards for apprehending "the several promoters of rebellion in your state," he immediately had the Massachusetts proclamation published in the newspaper. Franklin, who was the president of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, was pleased to inform Bowdoin that the Pennsylvania Legislature had decided to add to the rewards being offered by Massachusetts for the capture of Daniel Shays, Luke Day, Adam Wheeler and Eli Parsons. Franklin concluded by praising the Massachusetts Constitution as one of the best in the union and expressed happiness that the "great majority of your people, will always secure it from the mad attempts to overthrow it."
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Trail Rig Buyer's GuidePosted in Project Vehicles on August 1, 2012
Going off-road doesn't have to cost a lot of money. As a matter of fact, all one really needs is a 4x4 and a full tank of gas. We understand that wheeling may seem like an expensive hobby, and admittedly it can be. The reality, though, is you can have just as much fun as the high-priced buggy guys do for a fraction of the cost.
To help those looking for a first-time 4x4, we've put together a list of some of our favorite and best-supported used 4x4s. The rigs we picked are by no means the only good project vehicle platforms. They are, however, all readily available and can be easily built in your driveway, and most can be picked up for a couple grand. Once you've purchased your new-to-you 4x4, don't forget to send us a photo and info about it at email@example.com.
Jeep Cherokee XJ
The Jeep Cherokee XJ is hands-down one of the most inexpensive, supported, and builder-friendly platforms to be had. When treated with care the unibody four-door Jeeps are known to last well over 200K miles.
For our money we'd look for a '91-'99 model. This is mainly due to the availability of the higher-output 4.0L engine, high-pinion Dana 30 front axle, and 8.25 rear axle. The XJ was also fitted with either an NP242 or NP231 transfer case. Both are good cases with a 2.72 low range, but the 231 has more aftermarket support. Depending on how aggressive a wheeler you are, we've seen the XJ platforms survive with up to 35-inch tall tires.
If you find a 2WD XJ for dirt cheap and have a salvage yard, some knowhow, and tools nearby, then don't be afraid to convert it to 4WD. Most of the equipment you'll need to transfer everything can be picked up used for a few hundred bucks.
Toyota Tacoma
The early model straight-axle Toyota mini trucks seem to get all of the credit for making Toyota a staple in the off-road world. While that view holds merit, we say that the modern technology, power, and aftermarket world has made the Tacoma models the one to have. We're still huge fans of Toyota's reliable four-cylinder engines and would have no problems with running the more powerful V-6 either. The Taco's drivetrain is one of the toughest you'll find from the factory. The factory rear axle can hold upwards of a 37-inch tire, and we've even wheeled with guys running the factory IFS components on black diamond trails. The newer trucks get more pricey, but it's possible to pick up a pre-'01 Tacoma for a few grand.
Jeep Wrangler YJ
There's no denying that the Jeep Wrangler is the most popular and supported off-road rig on the plant. While we like the new TJ and JK generation Wranglers, they're still a little pricey for those looking to build on a budget. Fortunately the '87-'95 YJs have dropped substantially in price.
The golden years for these Jeeps are '91-'95 since that's when they were fitted with high-output 4.0L engines. Both the manual and auto options are decent, and the high-pinion Dana 30 front is plenty strong for 35-inch-tall tires. If you find a deal on one with the undesirable Dana 35 rear axle, don't fret, because you can swap in an 8.8-inch Explorer rear axle for pretty cheap. The four-cylinder models work OK, but it's worth it to spend the extra coin on the inline-six if you are going to be hitting the highway or daily driving the Jeep.
Ford Ranger
If you flip through the pages of this magazine you will find our own '97 Ford Ranger buildup (page 82). With over 20 years of production, and with demand for the older pickups somewhat low, used Rangers can be picked up for next to nothing.
We're partial to the '93-'97 models since they are a little more refined than the earlier generations, and still maintain the TTB (twin traction beam) front end. Our perfect purchase would be a '97 equipped with the 4.0L engine, Dana 35 front axle, and 8.8 rear axle.
The aftermarket support for these trucks is better than most. Up to a 35-inch-tall tire can be fitted onto the trucks pretty easily. Look for the manual-shift BW1354 transfer case, and don't be afraid of the 3.0L engines. Just know that the 3.0L is jokingly referred to as the "3-point-slow" for a reason.
Suzuki Samurai
Lightweight, fuel-efficient, and simple. No, we're not talking about the latest eco box but rather the short-lived yet legendary Suzuki Samurai. These ultralow-tech wheeling machines have little power and a stubby wheelbase, and according to so-called safety studies they are likely to flop over as soon as your passenger sneezes.
So why are they so great? Because they come as close to the "light is might" build philosophy as you can get. While higher numerical gears are necessary to turn big off-road tires, you don't need big axles and a ton of aftermarket parts to make these rigs keep up with the big boys. Unfortunately the little ninjas are getting harder to find, but plenty are still out there waiting for new homes.
Chevy 1500 Fullsize Pickup
The '88-'98 Chevy 1500 pickups may seem like relics next to today's high-horse and fancy Bow Ties, but this generation has proved to be one of the most easily modifiable of the bunch. We wouldn't waste our time or money on the IFS but rather would cut it out and use one of the many solid-axle kits on the market. This means this pickup is definitely for wheelers with more advance skills, but some of the bolt-on straight-axle conversions are designed to be easy driveway installs.
Don't be afraid of high mileage, because the 5.7L engines are a dime a dozen and easily rebuilt. The most costly portion of your build will likely be the high-pinion driver-side drop front axle that you will need for the solid-axle conversion. A junkyard axle can set you back close to a grand, while a custom-built unit can come in closer to $7,000.
Ford Super Duty
The '99-current Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks have tremendous aftermarket support. As trail trucks go they are a touch large, but that's not always a bad thing. We're big fans of the 7.3L diesel engine, and when it's fitted with Ford's factory high-pinion Dana 60 front axle and Sterling 101⁄4 rear axle, you have the makings of a mega off-roader.
Don't be afraid of the 6.0L diesel engines. The major downfalls of the 6.0L are the head bolts and EGR system, both of which have fixes/upgrades on the market. We envision a regular-cab longbed fitted with 40-inch tires as a good starting point. '03 is a strong model year for these trucks, and many of the well-used workhorse versions can be picked up on the cheap.
Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ
If a multilink V-8–powered SUV doesn't get you excited, then we don't know what will. Available with the 4.0L I-6, 5.2L V-8, or 5.9L V-8 ('98 only), the Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ merges luxury and off-road performance in one trail-ready platform. As a recipient of multiple 4-Wheel & Off-Road 4x4 of the Year awards, the unibody Grand Cherokee gives you Wranglerlike off-road performance with more comfort, cargo space, and doors. The only drawbacks are the Dana 44A and 35 rear axles. Both can be problematic and are not worth putting a lot of money into, so a rear axle swap will be on the horizon.
The V-8 ZJs were equipped with a fulltime NP249 transfer case, but that can be swapped out with an NP231 pretty easily. The V-8s might sound like the way to go, but the inline-six actually boasts a stronger performance aftermarket and is thought to be more reliable and fuel efficient. Suspension kits, bumpers, performance upgrades, and a large enthusiast community make the Grand one of our favorites.
Chevy S-10 Pickup and Blazer
Since the early '80s the Chevy S-10 pickup/Blazer has made a great name for itself as an inexpensive and reliable 4x4. For our money we'd look for a '93 or newer one equipped with the 4.3L V-6 engine. The factory automatic transmissions and NP231C transfer cases are pretty solid. The main drawbacks are the weak IFS housing and 71⁄2-inch rear axles. If you're looking to take the S-10 on more serious adventures plan on swapping out the stock axle set.
Like the S-10's older brother the 1500, the S-10 platforms have a fairly strong aftermarket, especially for solid-axle conversions. While a solid-axle swap is a bit more advanced, it's practically all these body-on-frame platforms need to be a credible wheeling machine.
Ford Bronco
The Ford Bronco is an iconic part of the Blue Oval 4x4 line. It's hard to beat a rig that has plenty of room for gear, a big V-8 to get you there fast, and a gracious amount of aftermarket attention.
The final years of the Bronco platform proved to be some of the best. With a removable rear shell, an available 302ci or 351ci engine, and a Dana 44 TTB front and 8.8-inch rear, the '92-'96 Bronco has plenty of good parts to get you off on the right foot. The one negative that haunts the Bronco platform is the temperamental E4OD automatic transmission. Set aside some cash for a transmission rebuild, and don't let a bad trans keep you from this sweet ride.
Buying Built
Buying a rig already built or halfway there can sometimes save you serious coin. Many guys stand by the slogan "Real trucks are built, not bought." Well, the reality is that real trucks are often bought then built by someone else, not built correctly, or almost built—and in some extreme cases they act as parts collectors.
Don't be afraid to buy a rig already modified. There are plenty of good and bad deals to be had, and you have to know how to spot a good one. This means doing your research, asking lots of questions, and making sure that what the owner put on or under the vehicle was worth doing. You might not be able to find the perfect rig already built, but oftentimes it will be cheaper to revamp or finish someone else's project than to start fresh.


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After beating Warwick Vets in its league opener last week, the Toll Gate boys' basketball team hosted another city rival on Friday night and found itself in a dogfight. Pilgrim took a 29-20 lead into halftime. But in the second half, the Titans out-scored the Pats by 16 points on their way to a 54-47 victory.
Ben Mann scored 19 points to lead the comeback effort. John Murphy added 11 and Zach Mitchell tallied nine. Pilgrim's Ryan Morris led all scorers with 21 points, with Charles Johnson and Luis Pimental adding nine each.
Toll Gate improved to 2-0 in Division III play and will host fellow unbeaten Juanita Sanchez tonight at 7 p.m. Pilgrim, which fell to 0-2 in league play, will visit Vets tonight at 7 p.m.


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Floyd Reaches 400, Miners Satisfied as UTEP Routs UTSA
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Vince Hunter scored eight of his 15 points during a 23-6 run late in the first half, propelling UTEP to an 81-62 rout of UTSA on Saturday afternoon at the Don Haskins Center. Coach Tim Floyd, who earned his 400th win, talked about Hunter's contributions and those of his teammates in the post-game press conference (at bottom).
Julian Washburn scored a game-high 19 points and C.J. Cooper also tallied 15 for the Miners (14-6, 4-1 C-USA), who posted their fourth straight win and ninth victory in 10 games. They also handed coach Tim Floyd his 400th collegiate victory.
Trailing 17-16, UTEP rallied to build a 39-23 lead late in the first half. The Miners put the foot on the gas early in the second period, blowing out to a 20-point lead (54-34) in the first five and a half minutes.
UTEP pushed the lead to 31 (73-42) with 7:10 to go on a layup by Jake Flaggert, and was on cruise control the rest of the way.
The Miners shot 55.6 percent from the field - their third-best mark this season - while scoring 42 points in the paint and a season-best 30 off turnovers.
They held the Roadrunners' top three scorers - Keon Lewis, Devon Agusi and Jordan Sims - to three points and zero field goals in the first half.
"I thought a lot of good things happened in that game," said Floyd. "Agusi was averaging 18.5 points over conference play. Lewis is their leading scorer and Sims is about to be their all-time leading three-point shooter and averaging about 13 [points]. Those guys had zero field goals between the three of them [at halftime].
"Julian Washburn did an unbelievable job out front on Agusi. It's the third consecutive game where he has guarded a point guard at 6-8. I can't tell you how hard that is to do and how great your feet have to be to do it. But he's initiating for us out front in a way that we haven't had our defense initiated from the guys behind."
Washburn had an efficient game offensively as well, making 6-of-7 shots and all four of his free throw tries. With the game decided early in the second half, he was only asked to play 25 minutes. In fact, only one Miner (Cooper) was on the floor for 30 minutes.
Cooper continued his recent streak of hot shooting performances, going 5-for-8 from the field, 3-for-6 from outside and 2-for-2 at the stripe. He had three assists, three steals and no turnovers.
"C.J. appears to be really out of his funk and playing really well in terms of his decision making," Floyd said. "He's stepping in with confidence, shooting the ball like we know he can shoot it."
Hunter brought the crowd of 8,692 to its feet with a couple of dunks off Roadrunner turnovers late in the 23-6 run.
"Vince created some offense out of defense, which is starting to happen for him," Floyd said. "He's starting to recognize there are baskets by playing really hard on the defensive end and coming through passes."
Cedrick Lang was the Miners' fourth double figure scorer, contributing 12 points in 22 minutes off the bench. Matt Willms had eight rebounds and Lang had seven as UTEP controlled the glass 34-27.
UTSA (6-12, 2-3 C-USA) lost its third straight Conference USA road game.
The Miners shared the ball well with 17 assists and 10 turnovers while temporarily moving into a tie for first place in the league standings.
"It's fun to come to practice right now," Floyd said. "I sense that our fans really liked what they were seeing in terms of the energy in the building. It's great to see that many people come out and respond to a team in serious transition right now.
"We're not out of the woods. And let me tell you, there are going to be nights where they are saying `What the hell is going on? You're not doing anything.' It could happen. But as long as we continue to play inspired on the defensive end, it gives us a chance. We're doing some nice things right now on both ends."
The Miners will try to keep the momentum going when they continue a three-game homestand versus preseason C-USA favorite Louisiana Tech on Thursday at 7:05 p.m. UTEP will also host Rice next Saturday at 7:05.
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No one is immune. Not even the creatives. Netflixusers have spent 500 million hours watching Adam Sandler content, so it isn't far-fetched to imagine its programming algorithm devising an art house film starring Sandler . Why do we need producers? Why is a monster like Harvey Weinstein even necessary in a near future where software determines what we want to watch and automagically gives us more of it? What would be Weinstein's role in that, besides grabbing people and running up massive legal and travel bills for the studio?
People have never felt more ill at ease about their own reason for existing. This is manifesting itself in the trillions of dollars being thrown at Facebook, Google, Uber, Nvidia, Apple, Amazon, Alibaba. Yes, these companies create jobs, but they are different jobs that the people being displaced mostly can't get. When 10,000 sweater-folding department store workers are laid off in fifty different cities on a Friday, it's not like they can all relocate to Seattle and begin building mobile user interfaces for Amazon the next Monday morning.
Professor Scott Galloway, an expert on the technology giants that now dominate every facet of the economy and our lives:
"Uber only has a few thousand employees, and they're very technically literate. Uber has figured out a way to isolate the lords (4,000 employees) from the serfs (2 million drivers), who average $7.75/hour, so its 4,000 employees can carve up $70 billion vs 2 million on an hourly wage. So, Uber has said to the global workforce, in hushed but clear tones: 'Thanks, and f*** you.'"
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The anarchists in Vonnegut's book have paid the price of progress. They worry about their sons committing suicide when their IQ test results sort them out for a lifetime of roadwork rather than an invitation into the upper echelon of managers and engineers. They write a letter explaining the destruction they're about to unleash as payback for all of the "progress" that's been inflicted on them…
"I deny that there is any natural or divine law requiring that machines, efficiency, and organization should forever increase in scope, power, and complexity. I see these now, rather, as the result of a dangerous lack of law. The time has come to stop the lawlessness.
"Without regard for the wishes of men, any machines or techniques or forms of organization that can economically replace men do replace men. Replacement is not necessarily bad, but to do it without regard for the wishes of men is lawlessness.
Without regard for the changes in human life patterns that may result, new machines, new forms of organization, new ways of increasing efficiency, are constantly being introduced. To do this without regard for the effects on life patterns is lawlessness.
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The National Hockey League suspended Darcy Tucker and Tie Domi of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday for their part in a wild melee during Tuesday's game against the Ottawa Senators.
Tucker received a five-game suspension while Domi was suspended for three games for their part in the fight-filled game.
Tucker attacked Chris Neil of the Senators, who was sitting on the bench, in the third period of the game, won by the Senators 4-1.
Tucker charged the bench and that resulted in numerous players exchanging punches before order was restored.
After the game Tucker claimed Neil spit on him, an allegation which Neil denies.
Tucker was assessed two minors for instigating and roughing, two majors for fighting, a misconduct and two game misconducts.
Neil and Shane Hnidy both received fighting majors and game misconducts for the same incident.
Domi jumped Ottawa forward Magnus Arvedson later in the period. He received a roughing minor, instigator minor, fighting major, misconduct and game misconduct.
Arvedson did not get a penalty on the play.
The suspensions were announced a few hours after Tucker and Domi appeared at NHL head offices in Toronto for a hearing.
A total of 163 minutes in penalties were called in the game.


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Paul Ongtooguk is one of the developers of The Native Studies Curriculum and Teacher Development Site also known as the Alaskool Web site. The project brings together teams of teachers, elders, and community members in various parts of Alaska with university specialists to develop curricula on Alaska Native studies and language for use in schools throughout Alaska. The Institute of Social and Economic Research and the College of Health, Education, and Social Welfare at the University of Alaska Anchorage provide technical and logistical support. The project is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
We asked Paul to discuss why he helped start the Web site.
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Take these questions, for example: If the United States bought Alaska from Russia, did the Russians buy Alaska from the far more numerous Alaska Natives? What are the stories about the old artillery laying and silently rusting beyond the local Nome runway? Why did so many elders have Eskimo Scout badges and certificates? Also, my dad talked about the racial segregation of the only movie house in Nome and about attending a Native-only school when he went to elementary school. How did this happen? Why did this happen? Why in a town where the majority of people were Alaska Native were there no Alaska Natives on the school board at the time?
Students Learned Not To Ask
As a student I found few explanations for questions like those, or answers about why the community we lived in had come to be like it was. I also found it strange that when I asked those sorts of questions, people looked at me as if I were asking about the crazy uncle who had been sent away. Adults would just push the conversation in another direction. Students learned not to ask.
However, an event that I could not ignore came when I was learning about the Nome Gold rush. I was excited to start the project: Here was an event that had some connection to the community, and a wooden sign had been put up for tourists in Nome. Happily, both the school and the sign agreed there were three lucky Swedes who in a near miracle walked out into the Alaska wilderness and came across gold.
But in town at the time was Old Man Joshua. He spoke in a booming, deep voice that Charlton Heston tried to achieve in "The Ten Commandments." Old Man Joshua, though, did not even have to try. He was sometimes frightening, even when he was politely asking for sugar for his tea. I remember his leathery skin, thick white eyebrows and his hands that conveyed power, even though he shook hands politely.
Old Man Joshua
One day Old Man Joshua asked me what I was learning in school -- something he did from time to time -- which was usually followed by an admonition to study hard. I explained the story of the three lucky Swedes. After hearing this with his head down while concentrating he looked up and firmly said in that room-filling voice, "It is a lie!" I was stunned.
He then proceeded to tell me about how an Inupiat named Gabriel Price was one of a number of Alaska Natives who knew where gold was. But like other Alaska Natives he could not file a mining claim -- by law, only white men could. So Gabriel Price finally decided to tell a white man who could be trusted. Price selected a missionary -- P. H. Anderson, believing that Anderson, as a missionary would have no desire for earthly gain and would want what was best for the Natives in the community.
Old Man Joshua then said that Anderson explained to Price that it took at least three white men to start a mining district and that with more men they could stake more of the land as claims. So Gabriel Price took these three lucky Swedes to the gold and the Nome strike was started. Gabriel Price died a poor man. He received almost nothing from the gold strike, while Anderson and the Covenant Church got rich.
Now, as a student, I was confused. On the one hand I had a written school history backed up by a large, publicly posted wooden sign saying that the three lucky Swedes had found gold. On the other hand, I had an Inupiat Elder, Old Man Joshua, who had provided me with a very different account of the Nome gold strike. Adding to the confusion was the fact that Old Man Joshua was an ordained minister in the same Covenant Church that had treated Alaska Natives so poorly in his version of events. Could it be confusion in old age? How could a school go wrong? I imagined that college educated experts checked these sorts of things out before teaching and testing them to students. I did not pursue the issue at the time. It was too big and I was not sure I would like the answer.
Years passed after the event. I eventually went to college and more remarkably did pretty well as an undergraduate. One day, during this time, I came across a history of the Covenant church titled By One Spirit. I turned to the section on the Nome gold strike and immediately, Old Man Joshua was vindicated. According to this text, Gabriel Price did take his missionary to the gold and the missionary took along some other white men. One of the claims was especially rich.
As it turns out, P.H. Anderson was sued in Federal Court in Chicago where the headquarters of the Covenant Church is located. The suit, however, did not involve his failing to protect the interest of his congregation. (There is no Federal law on that matter.) Rather, he was sued by the church, which claimed that since he was a paid full time employee of the church at the time of the claim filing, then the church owned an interest in the mine. The eventual settlement for the church was substantial. The debts of North Park College were paid by Anderson; a building program was also paid.
And Gabriel Price? His estate was eventually paid the comparatively small sum of five thousand dollars.
Personally I regretted ever doubting Old Man Joshua. Nothing in his character or manner ever gave me reason to do so. In retrospect, it was just the opposite.
But I did learn to question received history, even when written, approved, and taught in school. The school version never really made much sense anyway, when I thought about it. What were the chances of just wandering around Northwest Alaska and finding a gold field?
It turns out that the reason Gabriel Price and many other Alaska Natives don't show up in those pictures of hearty Alaska gold miners is simple. The Federal Mining Claims Act of 1870 allowed only two categories of people to make legal claims - U.S. citizens and immigrants intending to become U.S. citizens. By this law the only people who were specifically denied the right to establish gold claims are Alaska Natives and other Native Americans. I suppose that made sense too, in a way. After all if Alaska Natives could have established gold claims, who was more likely to know where to make those claims?
According to a Heartland article in the Fairbanks News-Miner, the Rampart gold strike was started by two Alaska Natives who tried to stake claims. Their claims were over turned because they were Alaska Native. A similar story is told about the Circle City strike. The gold strike in Juneau also began with Alaska Natives knowing where gold was, but not having the legal means to establish ownership.
I would not have known any of this from what I learned in school. Instead I wondered why Alaska Natives did not also stake claims. I heard that it was because Alaska Natives did not work hard or that they did not know the value of gold. The latter was especially strange since anyone could see that a person with gold had access to their choice of store-bought goods including firearms, cooking utensils, garments, etc.
So, during my college experience, I was not only learning, but, as Herbert Kohl has noted, unlearning.
A Matter of Perspective
It is important to note that I did not learn that "It is all a matter of perspective." Nor do I believe in revising history for political reasons. When studying history, primary documents are essential. Alaskool contains historical records that offer students, teachers and parents an opportunity to read original materials, out of print materials, see historic photographs, and consider multiple readings about topics of particular interest to Alaska Natives.
A significant portion of the web site is devoted to the history of Alaska Native education, because that history is so important and yet it has not been readily available to the public. Today, it is just as important as ever, for all Alaskans to become better informed about the history of Alaska Native education, because many of our contemporary issues focus on the status of Alaska Natives. As we debate such issues as subsistence policy, we should be informed by what has already happened and by what has already been tried.
The Alaskool site also supports people learning about Alaska Native languages through audio and visual tools and materials. We have obtained permission to include various Alaska Native authors whose works have gone out of print, but whose value is enduring.
Alaskool is a vote of cautious optimism. Cautious, because we still do not have a place in our schools for students to learn our state history and learn about the unique issues we face as Alaskans. Optimistic, because we are working with the hope that when students and teachers do find time to learn about these issues, that we will contribute to their learning in a significant and lasting manner.


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I can't believe I've managed to keep the rhythm again, but a month after 2.2.3, here's 2.2.4! It's another minor release featuring:
- task tags: TODO, FIXME, etc in source code translate to task tags. This is configurable.
- GTK wizard: creates a new executable with the default sample GTK code and GTK dependency.
- Documentation generation goes through cabal haddock: less hassle, more power.
- You can now configure extra cabal parameters for your projects. For example, you can add more include and library directories that are specific to your install without modifying the cabal file.
- Hopefully better content assist: using the power of scion-browser to be able to provide more and better auto complete proposals.
- Better handling of related projects (for declaration resolution, breakpoint resolution, etc).
There are also a few bug fixes in there of course. Thanks to everybody for their feedback! Buildwrapper and scion-browser have had minor releases too.
I haven't yet started the big addition that would be a workspace wide embedded database to be able to do Haskell-sensitive searches and replace, but I've though about it, so I have a good idea on how I'm going to attack that. Hopefully for a 2.3.0!
The full release notes can be found here. As usual, to install, just point your Eclipse update UI to http://eclipsefp.sf.net/updates.
New to eclipseFP? Check out the web site, and there's documentation inside Eclipse too...
Happy Haskell Hacking with EclipseFP!


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(a) Not less than twenty days before the date for which persons are to report for jury duty, the clerk may, if directed by the court, serve by first-class mail, upon each person listed on the master list, a juror qualification form accompanied by instructions necessary for its completion: Provided, That the clerk may, if directed by the court, mail the juror qualification form to only those prospective jurors drawn for jury service under the provisions of section seven of this article. Each prospective juror shall be directed to complete the form and return it by mail to the clerk within ten days after its receipt. The juror qualification form is subject to approval by the circuit court as to matters of form and shall elicit the following information concerning the prospective juror:
(1) The juror's name, sex, race, age and marital status;
(2) The juror's level of educational attainment, occupation and place of employment;
(3) If married, the name of the juror's spouse and the occupation and place of employment of the spouse;
(4) The juror's residence address and the juror's mailing address if different from the residence address;
(5) The number of children which the juror has and their ages;
(6) Whether the juror is a citizen of the United States and a resident of the county;
(7) Whether the juror is able to read, speak and understand the English language;
(8) Whether the juror has any physical or mental disability substantially impairing the capacity to render satisfactory jury service: Provided, That a juror with a physical disability, who can with reasonable accommodation render competent service, is eligible for service;
(9) Whether the juror has, within the preceding two years, been summoned to serve as a petit juror, grand juror or magistrate court juror, and has actually attended sessions of the magistrate or circuit court and been reimbursed for his or her expenses as a juror;
(10) Whether the juror has lost the right to vote because of a criminal conviction; and
(11) Whether the juror has been convicted of perjury, false swearing or any crime punishable by imprisonment in excess of one year under the applicable law of this state, another state or the United States.
The juror qualification form may also request information concerning the prospective juror's religious preferences and organizational affiliations, except that the form and the accompanying instructions shall clearly inform the juror that this information need not be provided if the juror declines to answer such inquiries.
(b) The juror qualification form shall contain the prospective juror's declaration that the responses are true to the best of the prospective juror's knowledge and an acknowledgment that a willful misrepresentation of a material fact may be punished by a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment for not more than thirty days, or both fine and imprisonment. Notarization of the juror qualification form shall not be required. If the prospective juror is unable to fill out the form, another person may assist the prospective juror in the preparation of the form and indicate that such person has done so and the reason therefor. If an omission, ambiguity or error appear in a returned form, the clerk shall again send the form with instructions to the prospective juror to make the necessary addition, clarification or correction and to return the form to the clerk within ten days after its second receipt.
(c) Any prospective juror who fails to return a completed juror qualification form as instructed shall be directed by the clerk to appear forthwith before the clerk to fill out the juror qualification form. At the time of the prospective juror's appearance for jury service, or at the time of any interview before the court or clerk, any prospective juror may be required to fill out another juror qualification form in the presence of the court or clerk. At that time the prospective juror may be questioned with regard to the responses to questions contained on the form and the grounds for the prospective juror's excuse or disqualification. Any information thus acquired by the court or clerk shall be noted on the juror qualification form.
(d) Any person who willfully misrepresents a material fact on a juror qualification form or during any interview described in subsection (c) of this section, for the purpose of avoiding or securing service as a juror, is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than $500 or imprisoned not more than thirty days, or both fined and imprisoned.
(e) Upon the clerk's receipt of the juror qualification questionnaires of persons selected as prospective petit jurors, he or she shall make the questionnaires of the persons so selected available, upon request, to counsel of record in the trial or trials for which the persons have been selected as prospective jurors: Provided, That upon the conclusion of the trial the juror qualification forms for persons serving on a particular trial jury may only be released with the written permission of the judge who presided over the trial or his or her successor: Provided, however, That if the judge denies the request, the reasons for the denial must be in writing and be share with all parties in the case and the person making the request within thirty days after filing the motion.


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Autospy results due back Tuesday could provide more clues into the slaying of a Cal State Fullerton coach and her fiance in Irvine.
The bodies of Monica Quan, 28, an assistant women's basketball coach at the school, and Keith Lawrence, 27, who worked as a campus officer at USC, were discovered Sunday night in their car on the top floor of the parking structure at their upscale, high-security condominium complex near UC Irvine.
The two were engaged in January, a family member said, and had recently moved into the condo complex. They were each shot multiple times, and authorities said they have tentatively ruled out the possibility of the crime being a murder-suicide or motivated by robbery.
Autopsies of the bodies are expected to be completed Tuesday, said Jim Amormino of the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Quan was a 2002 graduate of Walnut High School in the San Gabriel Valley, where she set school records for the most three-pointers in a season and a game. She played at Cal State Long Beach and at Concordia University, from which she graduated in 2007.
She went on to earn a master's degree before becoming the assistant coach at Cal State Fullerton. Quan's father was the first Chinese American captain in the Los Angeles Police Department, and went on to become police chief at Cal Poly Pomona.
Marcia Foster, the head basketball coach at Cal State Fullerton, described her assistant Monday as a special person: "bright, passionate and empowering." Friends said Quan shared a love of basketball with Lawrence, whom she met at Concordia.
He too had been a standout basketball player, starting at Moorpark High, where he played point guard and shooting guard, said Tim Bednar, who coached Lawrence.
Bednar said Lawrence came from a family of athletes, and was talented, yet quiet and humble.
After Lawrence graduated in 2003, he continued to participate in summer youth camps, When he returned for the camps, Bednar said, he was known as the "best basketball player that ever came through" the school.
"He was awesome with the kids," Bednar said. "They all wanted to be around Keith Lawrence."
Bednar said he heard from Lawrence when his former player needed a recommendation to become a police officer after graduating from the Ventura County Sheriff's Academy.
In August, Lawrence was hired by USC's public safety department. John Thomas, the executive director and chief of the department, said Lawrence was an "honorable, compassionate and professional" member of the community.
During a somber gathering at the Cal State Fullerton gymnasium Monday, Foster read a brief statement from Quan's brother, Ryan.
"We just shared a moment of incredible joy on her recent engagement," he wrote, and then added: "A bright light was just put out."
This story was reported by Lauren Williams and Times Staff Writers Nicole Santa Cruz and Kate Mather.


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Lakewood House Fire Victim Identified
The victim of a Saturday morning blaze has been identified.
The Ocean County Prosecutor's office identifies the only victim of the fire as 41-year-old Armando Garcia-Juarez.
The fire began early Saturday morning at a two-story home located at 1764 Lanes Mills Road at 12:45AM.
When firefighters arrived they found the home engulfed in flames and family members outside the home. They told firefighters there was one member who was still in the home.
Four children, ranging in age from 6 to 13, and four adults were temporarily staying with friends.
55 Firefighters from Lakewood, Brick, and Point Pleasant responded to the scene. No other injuries were reported.
The Ocean County Fire Marshal's Office continues their investigating.


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Are you overwhelmed with the anxiety provoking demands of life? You're not alone, there are thousands of people who feel the same exact way. I've found that establishing simple daily routines is a proactive way to deal with life's demands.
When we consciously structure our daily lives it allows us to prioritize what is important to us and focus our time and energy accordingly. Routines build habits, and habits promote getting stuff done systematically. Routines make our behavior happen automatically, taking the mental process out of the equation. This automation increases our efficiency and proficiency.
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Potential employees are often told that they need previous experience to be in with a chance of getting on the theatrical job ladder, but that forces the catch 22 question, "if no one will employ me then where will I get experience?!"
An excellent way to get that much desired experience is through an Internship or Work Placement, and luckily at the RSC we have a successful and enriching Work Placement programme which is now recruiting for its Summer batch of interns.
The RSC Key decided to get the experience low down from one previous Marketing Intern, Matt Wernham, and here is what he had to say...
When did your internship with the RSC take place?
I was an Intern from September 2009 to July 2010
How old were you?
I was 20/21
At what stage of education/life would say you were at, at the time?
Well it was a bit of an odd gap, I was doing theatre work experience at a college as well as my internship at the RSC and working as a waiter so I suppose I would class it as a gap year although by that point I was in my 3rd gap year after leaving school.
Since completing the internship do you think it has directly influenced any advancement in your career in the theatre or a related industry?
I am now studying on the BA Acting course at Drama Centre London and I think it certainly helped in securing my place. Apart from it being an impressive and very professional looking credit on my CV the fact that it is in marketing, shows a willingness to experience other areas of theatre and understand the whole process of theatre making. I think there are plenty of actors out there who think that all theatre is about it going onstage every night and giving it your all for the audience, they don't see what it takes to get that audience into the theatre in the first place.
Has your involvement in the internship been directly remarked upon by any subsequent employers or professionals?
Yes people have picked it out on my CV and asked me about the experience. It's a great thing to talk about in an interview.
What was your highlight of the internship?
The run up to Arabian Nights an exciting time, the print material was fantastic plus I kept hearing whispers about some of the amazing things that happened in the show. But more importantly 'The staging area' a spot in the office where you can help yourself to chocolate/cakes/biscuits, that was a fairly major highlight!
What was your strangest/most surreal moment?
My most surreal moment was when I was working on the trailer for Macbeth, and found myself standing in the car park behind the RSC waterside space trying to melt a dolls face.
What was your biggest surprise about working with the RSC?
My biggest surprise was how down to earth everyone was, I suppose I thought because it was the Royal Shakespeare Company, the office might be a bit stuffy or pretentious but it is absolutely the opposite. Its just a group of friendly and passionate people who really care about the work they do.
Are you up to the challenge? You can apply now http://www.rsc.org.uk/about-us/work/vacancies.aspx
Amelia, 19
Thank you to Matthew Wernham for his contribution to the RSC Key Blog.


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This Personal Development training course is designed for anyone who needs to get the best from themselves and other people, and is beneficial for front-line manager, supervisors, middle managers and first time managers.
Course Content
This Personal Development training course is designed to cover the following units:
Day 1
- Which skills specifically should you concentrate on developing?
- The first principle of personal development: Goals
- The second principle of personal development: Communication
- Conflict management and assertiveness
- Action plan
Day 2
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- Distinguish "Busy work" from "Productive work"
- How to delegate your lower value tasks
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- How to manage Interruptions
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- Learn the value of "Critical feedback"
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Anyone considering placing an order for the least expensive version of Microsoft's new Surface tablet (ie. the $499 32GB model running Windows RT that comes without the ultra-thin Touch Cover keyboard) might have to wait as long as three weeks to receive the device, according to its page on the Microsoft Store website. It originally showed October 26 – the day the tablet officially launches – as the delivery date.
The $599 32GB version with the Touch Cover, and the $699 64GB version also with the Touch Cover, are, at the time of writing, still showing a "by October 26" delivery date.
It's tempting to think there's been an early rush by consumers for Microsoft's new tablet, but as noted by Cnet (via Neowin), without knowing exactly how many of the tablets are built, boxed and ready to ship, it's hard to accurately gauge how much demand there really is for the device at this early stage.
It does appear, however, that the early adopters are ignoring the Touch Cover, opting for just the tablet. If they change their mind at a later date, they can of course pick up a Touch Cover for $119, or a Type Cover, best described as a more conventional keyboard compared to the Touch Cover, for $10 more.
This may be of some concern to Microsoft, which has been making a big deal of its accompanying cover/keyboard since it first unveiled the Surface back in June – indeed, an ad for the new tablet, shown for the first time Monday night, featured the cover/keyboard as much as the tablet.
The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday that the computer giant has placed orders to manufacture between three and five million Surface tablets from now until the end of this year. But whether Microsoft can persuade people to part with their cash for one of them is what industry watchers are waiting to find out.
One thing's for certain though – consumers looking to purchase a tablet this holiday season will be spoilt for choice, with big-hitters Microsoft, Apple, Google and Amazon, as well as a slew of other tech companies, all set to battle it out in the coming weeks in what has suddenly become an incredibly busy, as well as crowded, tablet market.


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Jacksonville PhD in Counseling Psychology Programs
Looking for a PhD in Counseling Psychology? There are a variety of accredited counseling psychology schools that offer graduate students the opportunity to earn a doctorate in counseling psychology on college campus. As terminal degrees in the field of counseling psychology, obtaining a doctoral degree is one of the steps that prepares students for practicing as licensed counseling psychologists[i]. Counseling psychology, rehabilitation psychology and family psychology are recognized specialties in professional psychology which require advanced knowledge and skills.[ii] Whether you prefer clinical practice or research, finding a graduate school for counseling psychology that is recognized by the American Psychological Association is an important step and decision.
PhD in Counseling Psychology: Degree Basics
Aspiring counseling psychologists have the option of earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Psychology or a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD). Doctoral programs usually involve a 1-2-year internship, approximately 2-3 years of advanced coursework and 1-3 years for completing a dissertation based on original research. Students may also have a clinical training and supervised practicum. The average program length is about 5 years. Generally those with a Bachelor's degree spend 4 years of study and one year of internship (based on full-time study) while students with a Master's degree spend less time on coursework.
DID YOU KNOW? Most clinical and counseling psychologists need a doctorate in psychology, an internship, at least 1 to 2 years of supervised professional experience, and to pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology[iii].
Graduate Schools for Counseling Psychology: Applications
In terms of prerequisites and application, counseling psychology schools may have different procedures, and it can be time
intensive to find the PhD in Counseling Psychology program and school that align with your needs. One of the helpful things to do could be to create a timeline along with a checklist of what each school requires. Usually, future doctoral students need to obtain letters of recommendation, study for and take the GRE, write personal statements and wait for an interview. Some graduate schools accept both Bachelor's and Master's students, but this is not always the case. However, a common requirement is that applicants must have completed their degree at an accredited institution of higher learning.
Location, Location!
The other thing that is helpful in searching for universities with PhD Counseling Psychology Programs is to consider location. Are you willing to relocate? Do you prefer to study locally? Does studying abroad appeal to you. Use the location setting to find doctorate degrees by city, state and country. Then request more information from these schools for your timeline and checklist.
Types of Counseling Psychology PhD Programs
In terms of Counseling Psychology, there are PhD in Counseling Psychology programs and other doctorate degrees in counseling to consider. Taken from the subject selection, these include:
- PhD in Art Therapy
- PhD in Counseling and Therapy
- PhD in Marriage and Family Counseling
- PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling
PsyD or PhD in Counseling Psychology?
Do you enjoy working with individuals and groups? Are you interested in conducting experiments, writing, a career in academia and research? In terms of programs, the PhD is a scientist-practitioner model whereas the PsyD is a practitioner-scholar model.
PhD in Counseling Psychology
If you are more inclined to working with others whether one-one, with families, couples, or groups in counseling and psychotherapy, the Doctor of Psychology, (PsyD) is considered a clinical degree. Often these programs are based on practical work and examinations rather than on a research dissertation.
PsyD in Counseling Psychology
On the other hand, if you enjoy test construction, research methodologies and scientific investigations, the PhD in Counseling Psychology is considered a research degree. Students usually take courses in advanced statistics and experimental procedures as well as write a dissertation based on original research. Determining which type of degree works best for you may help refine your search for graduate schools for counseling psychology.
Why Study Counseling Psychology On-Campus?
Choosing a counseling psychology graduate school with an on-campus program means that you get to learn from your professors and mentors in real time. Counseling Psychology PhD programs may be research intensive, with much time devoted to either the library or the laboratory. Being on campus gives doctoral students access to the facilities as well as the opportunity to engage in activities through their student associations. Often a program will require a student to work closely as a research assistant to a faculty member or meet with their mentor over their dissertation. The opportunity to study in a social learning setting is something that may be appealing to students who want the human component and face-to-face interaction with others.
Accreditation for Counseling Psychology Schools
Likely if you are ready to find a PhD in Counseling Psychology, you are familiar with the term 'accredited'. However, being an undergraduate or even a Master's student, now is the time to familiarize yourself with your state licensure requirements for practicing as "psychologists" in your field. After graduation, doctoral students must pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) in order to be considered 'licensed for practice'[iv]. Regardless of what type of program you choose, the program will need to be accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The APA Commission on Accreditation (APA-CoA) is recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as the national accrediting agency for professional education and training in psychology.[v] They accredit doctoral graduate programs, internship programs and postdoctoral residency programs however they do not accredit schools or universities at either the Bachelor's or Master's levels.
Take the Next Step
The overall demand for psychologists is growing, and candidates with a doctoral degree and post-doctoral work experience are likely to have the best job opportunities[vi]. Why not begin reviewing accredited graduate schools with PsyD or PhD in Counseling Psychology Programs? Some of the sponsored program listings might include PsyD Marital and Family Therapy, PhD Counseling Psychology and Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy. Don't forget to request more information from prospective universities as they each have unique features.
sources: [i] bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/psychologists.htm |[ii] apa.org/ed/graduate/specialize/recognized.aspx |[iii] bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/psychologists.htm |[iv] bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/psychologists.htm |[v] apa.org/ed/accreditation/about/index.aspx |[vi] bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/psychologists.htm
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Monica Gibson necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 34 diseños de 8 diseñadores freelance.
Creative Woman - The Wizard of Bras Since 1975
We have a retail store and our resdesigning our web site: wizardofbras.com, the new site will have a shopping cart, with the new design we need an updated logo. We are a small, successful, bra shop in southern California and carry the widest range of bras sizes you have probably ever heard of and we know how to fit and how to solve bra problems.
Our audience is 90% women, of all ages, younger, older and everything in between, mostly women who have a hard time finding the right size or style, probably more than half of our current customers are repeat customers.
The logo has to include all the words, Creative Woman, The Wizard of Bras, Since 1975. The important part here is the Wizard of Bras, that has to be the largest part of the logo, the Creative Woman and the Since 1975, should be smaller.
Clean, clear, easy to read and attractive, you can be creative (we like that at Creative Woman).
I'm flexible about color, but want it to be feminine in some way. Rather than a bra graphic, something wizardy, a wand or stars?
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The Sims 2 shipped in September 2004 and quickly became the fastest selling PC game of all time and the No. 1 selling PC game of 2004. In the second expansion pack to this record-breaking title, your Sims are hitting the town to experience an epic night out.
With The Sims 2 Nightlife, your Sims will be able to dance until dawn, hang out at the French bistro, or strike up romance at the local bowling alley with that special Sim. Whether your Sims are going out on dates or partying at all the cool hotspots with their friends, it's sure to be an unforgettable night.
In The Sims 2, players choose one of five life aspirations that determine their wants and fears-Popularity, Romance, Knowledge, Fortune, or Family. The Sims 2 Nightlife adds a new aspiration called Pleasure allowing players to fill their Sims' lives with fun and thrilling moments. Players will also be able to take part in the dating game which includes brand new date scoring with both success and failure states. Also new to the gameplay is the added attraction system which will help determine Sims' romantic compatibility among other Sims. Ready for fun and romance? This could be the beginning of a stormy affair, the love of their life, or a dating disaster. The Sims 2: Nightlife is an add-on pack and will require the original Sims 2 to play.
Features:New Pleasure Aspiration - In addition to the existing aspirations Popularity, Romance, Family, Knowledge and Fortune in The Sims 2, players will be able to focus on having fun by choosing the new Pleasure Aspiration. Now Sims will focus on achieving a life filled with fun and enjoyable moments.
Determine your romantic fate - Play the dating game with the new attraction system and monitor if your Sims have the chemistry they need to continue their love lives. New interactions including romantic slow dances, longing gazes and irresistible dip kisses will help players see if that special Sim is right for them.
New downtown location - Take Sims out in the hip downtown area to visit romantic French bistros, hot nightclubs, hip lounges, trendy bars and even a retro chic bowling alley.
Cars! - For the first time, Sims have cars. Players will be able to use their cars to go on steamy dates, get to their jobs faster instead of having to catch the carpool and even invite other Sims in for a good night kiss.
It's all about fun and style! - Over 125 new objects and items that will help you create the ultimate night out on the town, including a DJ booth, poker table, Electro Dance Sphere, photo booth, Karaoke Machine and more!
All New Exotic Dateable Sims - Interact with all Sims including hot waiters, dating icons and even a mysterious gypsy matchmaker to create the ultimate epic night out.


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Tracy of Hey Harriet is the host of Shadow Shot Sunday.
I thought this house was decorated for Christmas quite elegantly!
I wish all the Shadow Shot Sunday players HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
I've loved participating with you and Tracy through out the year!
What lovely evening shadows you've captured in your wonderful photo of this beautifully decorated home ;-)
Hugs and blessings,
My Shadow Shots
What a stunningly elegant home, and your image really does it justice. Have a very happy Christmas from warm Brisbane.
night to remember
lights blazing among shadows
love overcomes fear
My Shadows
What a gorgeous home and decorations! What a terrific shot you caught! Certainly does do the house justice!!
Have a lovely weekend, Mary, and a very Merry Christmas! Enjoy your holiday!
This is very elegant! You captured this night shot so well!
Those are lovely shadows, the delicate web of shadow and just enough light allows the red bows on the windows to stand out. Nighttime shadows are unique and beautiful.
Merry Christmas to you and yours Mary!
Excellent my friend. Happy Holidays to you and your family as well :)
These are wonderful Holiday shadows. Holiday bessings to you and yours.
Nice shadows! I like the decorations :)
You did a great job with this nighttime photo, Mary. I find them very difficult to take!
The shadows on this beautifully decorated home are cool.
Merry Christmas!
That is a wonderful shot. I love the shadows. They create depth and mystery.
Enjoy the snow. We are still waiting and hoping. I love it.
Oh, that looks nice !
Beautiful picture!
Have a great ShadowShotSunday
Happy holidays!
that is nicely decorated, quite understated. Lovely shadows too
lots of contrast with the lights and the shadows!!
Your header is fabulous, too - wow!
Beautiful shadow Mary.
My first time participating
Perfect shadow shot capture with the holiday trimmings! Love the banner, too, with the decorated house. Wow! It's really decorated.
That house is lovely. Sometimes understatement is more eloquent than gaudy could ever be. Great photograph.
p.s. More latin for you on my site today.
Holiday shadows are cool.
My SSS can be found here. Merry Christmas!
It is indeed-such a contrast to the one in your header! Happy Christmas to you too!
What a lovely home and great shadows!
Happy holidays!
It has sure been fun getting to know all of our shadow friends this year!
Have a wonderful Christmas holiday with family and friends!
Can anyone recommend the best Managed Service system for a small IT service company like mine? Does anyone use Kaseya.com or GFI.com? How do they compare to these guys I found recently: N-able N-central event management
? What is your best take in cost vs performance among those three? I need a good advice please... Thanks in advance!
Awesome, awesome snow fall photos! I'm putting a link up on my post directing everyone to come see them. ;-)
Keep warm,
Oh I LOVE to see house decorated for Christmas! This is stunning, Mary, but what I particularly like is the photo in your header today! WOW!


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International News
Britain to Give $1.6 Billion to Global Fund Over Next Three Years if $15 Billion Replenishment Goal Reached
September 24, 2013
"Britain has announced that it is giving one billion pounds, or $1.6 billion, to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria over the next three years and hopes the money will lead to 'some incredible results,'" the Associated Press/Washington Post reports. "International Development Secretary Justine Greening made the announcement to loud applause Monday at a luncheon [in New York] sponsored by the United Nations Foundation focusing on U.N. anti-poverty and development goals," the news service writes (9/23). "The £1 billion investment will fund lifesaving antiretroviral therapy for 750,000 people living with HIV, 32 million more insecticide-treated nets to prevent the transmission of malaria and TB treatment for more than a million people," according to the Press Association/The Guardian (9/24). "The U.K.'s allocation to the Global Fund will save a life every three minutes for the next three years and will dramatically improve the lives of millions of people," a U.K. government press release states (9/23).
The Global Fund "said earlier this month it needs $15 billion over the next three years," Reuters notes, adding, "Britain's pledge, which is dependent on other donors dedicating enough to reach the $15 billion goal, is the second-largest by any government so far" (Kelland, 9/23). "The fund began a series of meetings with donors in April to kick off its fourth replenishment round, which is due to conclude with a pledging conference in December," The Guardian notes (Ford, 9/24). "The fresh assistance makes the U.K. the largest donor after the U.S., which is seeking congressional approval for $1.65 billion for [FY] 2014, and ahead of France, which has traditionally been the second largest supporter and may still increase its contribution," the Financial Times writes (Jack, 9/23). "The Global Fund is the world's biggest financer of programs to prevent, treat and care for people with HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria," The Independent notes, adding, "The U.K. was a founding donor, and committed £1 billion from 2008 to 2015, a grant which the new funding commitment renews" (Cooper, 9/23).
Back to other news for September 2013
Global Fund Replenishment Necessary to Continue Advance Against Diseases, Says Malawi's President Banda
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Seth Rogen
@SethRogen Director-writer, "This Is the End," "Pineapple Express" Why follow? Because you love Rogen's filthy sense of humor displayed in movies like "Superbad," "Knocked Up" and "Pineapple Express." In February, a number of users confused him for Seth MacFarlane and assumed he was hosting the Oscars. He decided to roll with it and tweeted, "So psyched to be hosting the Oscars tonight!" Sample tweet "`House of Cards' just made its way onto the long list of shows that I love and do not understand at all." Be prepared for More F-bombs to follow.
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SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A secret U.S. court overseeing government domestic surveillance activities has sided with Yahoo Inc and ordered the Obama administration to declassify and publish a 2008 court decision justifying Prism, the data collection program revealed last month by former security contractor Edward Snowden.
The ruling could offer a rare glimpse into how the government has legally justified its spy agencies' data collection programs under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
Judge Reggie Walton of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court issued Monday's ruling. The government is expected to decide by August 26 which parts of the 2008 opinion may be published, according to a separate court filing by the Justice Department.
Controversial U.S. data collection activities are overseen by the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and its appeals body, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review. Both have been shrouded in secrecy since their creation more than three decades ago.
The 2008 ruling stemmed from Yahoo's challenge of the legality of broad, warrantless surveillance programs like Prism.
In June, after Snowden leaked information about Prism to the Washington Post and the Guardian newspapers, Yahoo's lawyers asked the courts and government to declassify and publish decisions upholding the constitutionality of the program.
Legal experts who follow surveillance cases said the 2008 ruling may not reveal any strikingly novel legal reasoning by the government or the courts. But civil liberties advocates said the significance of the ruling may lie in the court's decision itself to declassify the previously secret 2008 ruling.
"Unless the public knows what the laws mean, it can't really assess how much power (it has) given its government," said Patrick Toomey, a national security fellow at the American Civil Liberties Union.
Monday's ruling "is a suggestion that the FISA court is primed now to consider the government's assertion of the necessity of secrecy," Toomey said. "It's a promising first step."
The decision is also a victory for Yahoo Inc, which said in a statement on Tuesday that it was "very pleased" with the court's ruling.
"Once those documents are made public, we believe they will contribute constructively to the ongoing public discussion around online privacy," Yahoo said.
Other Internet companies, including Google Inc and Facebook Inc, began participating in Prism in early 2009 soon after Yahoo lost its appeal before the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court of Review.
It is not known if Yahoo, or any other party, has sought to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
A number of major U.S. Internet companies, including Microsoft, Google and Facebook have asked the government for permission to disclose the number of national security-related user data requests they receive.
On Tuesday, Microsoft published an lengthy letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder asking for greater freedom to publicly discuss how it turns over user information to the government. The letter was a response to a Guardian report that said Microsoft had given authorities the ability to circumvent encryption of Outlook emails and to capture Skype online chats. Microsoft has contested the report, saying it has "significant inaccuracies."
Until recent weeks, Yahoo was prohibited from discussing its activities in the secret courts or even acknowledging the existence of its legal challenge.
The decision to release the 2008 ruling comes as Snowden remained at a Moscow airport, awaiting political asylum. On Tuesday, he applied for asylum in Russia.
In the coming weeks, the government is expected to publish the lower FISA court's 2008 ruling in the Yahoo case and legal briefs related to it. In an uncommon move, the U.S. had previously agreed to declassify a heavily redacted version of the appeals court ruling in the case.
The government has long argued on the grounds of national security that the surveillance courts' proceedings must be secret. Public and political reaction to Snowden's revelations has put pressure on that position.
In June, Senators Jeff Merkley, a Democrat from Oregon, and Mike Lee, a Utah Republican, introduced a bill that would require the government to declassify significant court rulings concerning the FISA court and its supervision of secret wiretapping programs.
"Americans deserve to know how much information about their private communications the government believes it's allowed to take under the law," Merkley said.
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Okay, I have to admit I loved the tacky manniquines. If I could get hold of some I would probably set things like that up in my basement. And my living room. And my front yard. For any reason I can thnk of. But Manniquines are EXPENSIVE!
We know, we looked.
It would deffinetly be very cool to go visit there.
hey, bluemoon...I totally see setting up some mannequins in the basement. That would be aq hoot. It would really kinda shock guests when going down there for the first time.
The mannequin setups really reminded me of those tourist museums in St Auguatine, Salem, and other places...kinda funny and hokey.
Not on the subject of manequins, but speaking of basements, my Grandpa used to have these carved coconut pirate heads with knives in the mouth that he hung above the basement stairs. Silly things, actually, but they scared the daylights out of me each time...guests for the first time also jumped. It was funny...wish I still had one. I can see my Granpa (God rest his soul) acquiring a few mannequins and setting them up. He was such a jokester...full of spunk.
Mannequins used to scare the bejeesus out of me! I remember thinking someone was there as I walked through a museum exhibit and being freaked out by the fact that he was staying so still!