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Welcome to our ranking of the 50 best university nursing schools.
In this article, we examine colleges and universities with well-rounded, comprehensive, high-performing departments of nursing. Instead of focusing on a particular degree or even level of study, we sought to identify those universities who make nursing and healthcare an overall priority within their larger network of academic programs.
To begin our search for these standout nursing schools, we turned to College Navigator, an online database and division of the National Center for Education Statistics. We used this resource to populate a list of full 4-year, public and private non-profit postsecondary schools that offer degrees in nursing (both bachelor's and master's degrees in registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing practice, and various related programs were eligible). As a first line of filtering, we also limited this search to universities that accept at most 50% of applicants. This measure of selectivity ensured that even our original list of contenders included only popular, reputable universities. From this list, we applied an additional filter in order to eliminate any schools that are not accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). From here, we assessed each contender on six factors:
NCLEX Pass Rates: Although this doesn't apply to graduate students, performance on the NCLEX is nonetheless an important indicator of the strength of a school's nursing curriculum. For each school, we used the YTD total pass rate for the most recent year data was available. Note that this information was available for most schools, but not all. We weighted this category 20% of the total score.
Acceptance Rate: Beyond limiting our selection to schools with an acceptance rate of 50% or less, we also considered this data in our individual assessment of each college, giving preference to more selective colleges. However, we limited its overall impact on the outcome of the ranking by weighting this category as just 10% of the total score.
Popularity of the Major: One of the aspects of each university that we really wanted to capture was how much academic focus they put on nursing and health professions as a whole. We used data from U.S. News to look for the schools that count health-related programs among their five most popular majors. For these universities, we scored them according to the percentage of the total student body seeking nursing and other health-related degrees. This counted for 25% of the total score.
Total Health Professions Enrollment: In addition to the above category, we also considered the flat number of students at each university who earned health-related degrees in 2015 (data taken from College Navigator). While this category may favor large schools, the "popularity" factor gave a slight preference to smaller colleges, given the lesser likelihood that large universities (which have more and different programs) to concentrate any significant portion of their students in a single field. Taken together, these two categories emphasize large health programs, regardless of the size of the school as a whole. This category was weighted 20% of the total.
Graduation Rate: As a final indicator of overall quality, we assessed each school on the percentage of students who graduate within 150% of normal time. After all, top programs of any kind need a strong track record of student success! But given that it is not specific to nursing or health, we tempered the impact of this category by weighting it just 10% of the total.
Net Price: Lastly, we placed a minor emphasis on affordability. Although it's not a direct indicator of quality, we understand that cost is an important factor for many students. But instead of ranking schools on their tuition rates, we looked at "net price" (data from College Navigator), which provides a comprehensive assessment of tuition and fees minus the average financial aid package. This category accounted for 15% of the total score.
Ultimately, this combination of factors allowed use to identify the schools that are most attractive to nursing majors and have strong academic programs overall. We gave each university a final score out of 200, normalizing the results so that the #1 school earned a full 200 points. We hope you enjoy – and are informed along the way!
50. University of San Diego
San Diego, California
Although it doesn't offer undergraduate nursing degrees, the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science is undoubtedly one of the best nursing schools in the state, if not the country. With a 77% graduation rate, 90% NCLEX pass rate, and the top ranking from U.S. News for Catholic graduate nursing programs, Hahn's accolades and credentials are unquestionable. Numbers aside, students at Hahn have many unique opportunities to develop their careers skills and expand their goals. They can choose from specializations in Health Informatics and Psychiatric Mental Health and enjoy access to the Simulation and Standardized Patient Nursing Laboratory, and take advantage of the Master's Entry Program in Nursing.
Net Price: $32,482/yr
Score: 81.41
49. University of New Mexico
Albuquerque New, Mexico
Just last year, the University of New Mexico's College of Nursing celebrated their 60th anniversary. Launched in Bernalillo County Indian Hospital before the university even had a medical school, the UNM nursing program has been providing vital resources to medical professionals and organizations since 1955, and has matured into a fully accredited constituent of the university's health sciences center. Today, for just $12,000 annually (significantly less than most other schools on our list), even students in rural parts of the state can take advantage of a host of 100% online degree programs in their home state, including BSN, MSN in nursing education and advanced nursing practitioner specialties, PhD, and DNP degrees.
Net Price: $12,840/yr
Score: 81.92
48. The University of West Florida
Pensacola, Florida
With just a 50% acceptance rate, the Department of Nursing at the University of West Florida is among the most selective schools on this list. This is partially owing to the fact that the department only admits 50 undergraduate students every year, compared to, say, the thousands at Nova Southeastern University. But it's also a question of supply and demand—fewer students means greater individual resources, smaller class sizes, and more faculty access. Graduates of this intimate nursing program are therefore particularly well equipped to launch their professional careers, or to continue their education with UWF's robust graduate nursing programs, which include MSN, PhD, and DNP options.
Net Price: $10,759/yr
Score: 82.65
47. Saint Xavier University
Chicago, Illinois
Saint Xavier made a name for itself as the first school to offer an integrated baccalaureate nursing program in the state of Illinois, and it continues to feature one of the most diverse undergraduate student bodies in Chicago—arguably the most segregated city in the country. Owing to its commitment to high ethical and curricular standards, Saint Xavier's graduate school of nursing has been ranked the third best nursing school online in the country by U.S. News, and is one of only nine programs to be recognized as a "Center of Excellence" by the National League for Nursing.
Net Price: $16,736/yr
Score: 84.18
46. George Washington University
Washington, District of Columbia
Over a century ago—in 1903—the already established George Washington University opened the doors to one of the first dedicated, comprehensive nursing schools in the country, only to shutter them due to financial strain induced by the Great Depression. Founded nearly 70 years later, GW's current School of Nursing bears little resemblance to that original institution, except insofar as it has established a reputation as one of the 50 best nursing schools today that are really making a difference. Consistently ranked in the top 10% of nursing schools in the country by U.S. News due to its competitive graduation rate, it's not hard to see why GW's School of Nursing comprises nearly 10% of the student body.
Net Price: $32,826/yr
Score: 89.27
45. Texas A & M University-Texarkana
Texarkana, Texas
Since transitioning from a two-year associates college to a comprehensive university in 2010, Texas A & M University at Texarkana has grown by leaps and bounds—especially in its STEM programs. An integral component of the school's College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the nursing program has drawn on the tremendous resources it leveraged in the transition to develop multiple top nursing degrees, including an accelerated online RN to BSN completion program and a Master of Science in Nursing. The latter option in particular is ideal for practicing nurses who want to move into leadership roles in nursing administration. Nursing students can also take advantage of the recently constructed STEMO College Innovation Lab, which was launched in 2015 to catalyze interdisciplinary collaboration in research as well as curriculum.
Net Price: $8,221/yr
Score: 91.77
44. Finlandia University
Hancock, Michigan
Located in Michigan's scenic upper peninsula, the College of Health Sciences at Finlandia University prepares students for the uniquely rewarding and challenging experience of rural healthcare. Nursing students at Finlandia can opt for a traditional BSN or an online RN to BSN program depending on their needs, and are even invited to apply and begin their program—part- or full-time—at any point throughout the year. That flexibility should not be taken to mean the education at this top nursing school is easy—in fact, with 1,100 required clinical hours, it's just the opposite! Even so, you can't deny that Finlandia offers exceptional support for student success in the way of free tutoring, scholarships and financial aid, and even state-wide student nursing networks.
Net Price: $19,732/yr
Score: 92.30
43. California State University-Dominguez Hills
Carson, California
In a university already nationally distinguished for value, affordability, and diversity, the California State University-Dominguez Hills School of Nursing is a standout in its own right. In 2015, NurseJournal.org claimed CSUDH had the best nursing school in the Western Region, and the Association of Clinical Nursing Specialists named Terri Ares, a lecturer and adviser in the department, as their Educator of the Year. And at less than $2,000 a year in estimated net costs, you would be hard-pressed to find a better value for a nursing degree at either the graduate or undergraduate level.
Net Price: $1,640/yr
Score: 93.34
42. Clayton State University
Morrow, Georgia
With a price tag just shy of $11,000 a year, it's no surprise that Clayton State University's nursing programs have earned plenty of accolades for their affordability. In fact, according to TopRNtoBSN.com, CSU's program of the same name comes in at 26th in the nation in terms of net price. For many schools, affordability comes at a price: poor education standards, large class sizes, and little to show for the degree. Not so for Clayton; besides offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs and specializations in nursing at a competitive rate, Clayton's nursing school boasts an 85% graduate pass rate on the NCLEX-RN—well above the state and national averages.
Net Price: $10,898/yr
Score: 94.98
41. University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee
Thanks to a combination of expert faculty, unparalleled student resources, and a range of specializations and degree programs, the Loewenberg College of Nursing (LCON) is able to consistently provide not only Memphis, Tennessee, but also the wider regional – and even national – communities with high quality healthcare practitioners. This reputation has earned UM over 300 regional clinical partnerships, including a Nurse Residency program at St. Jude's hospital, to help graduates transition into a professional environment. Whether via LCON's unique Accelerated BSN or a graduate specialization in Nursing Education or Administration, the University of Memphis is able to offer nursing students a wide experiences to ensure they are well prepared for their future careers.
Net Price: $12,369/yr
Score: 98.19
40. Graceland University-Lamoni
Lamoni, Iowa
At first glance, online nursing programs may seem a bit counterintuitive; after all, you can't treat patients through the internet, can you? But Graceland University at Lamoni didn't earn its spot on this ranking, or other rankings, for that matter (TheBestSchools.com names it one of the top 25 online nursing schools) by producing incompetent nurses. All of Graceland's online programs—including traditional and accelerated BSN programs, MSN, Nursing Ed, and even Doctor of Nursing Practitioner programs—combine flexible online coursework with simulation lab courses and local clinical practicums to help working students develop the skills they need to succeed in the challenging field of nursing.
Net Price: $17,969/yr
Score: 101.3
39. Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, Connecticut
Not many schools on the country, much less this list, can claim a 94% graduate pass rate on the NCLEX-RN—that honor goes to Western Connecticut State University and a select few others. With a low acceptance rate of just 40%, WCSU's selectivity implies that its students are well-rounded top performers who would likely do well on any test they took. But while there is surely something to be said for the innate intelligence of WCSU's nursing students, the truth is that small class sizes, experienced faculty, and hands-on experience are what actually make this a top nursing school.
Net Price: $16,625/yr
Score: 102.3
38. University of Rochester
Rochester New, York
With several nationally recognized specialization areas—including pediatric nursing, adult nurse practice, and family nurse practice— and plus dozens of other exciting and challenging options for future and current health professionals, the University of Rochester Medical Center's nursing school draws students from around the state and country who are excited to become better healthcare practitioners. Rochester has also earned recognition for pioneering the "Unification Model," a didactic approach that synthesizes education, research, and practice to create well-rounded, capable graduates. Since its implementation some 40 years ago, Rochester's model has become the gold standard in nursing education today, influencing the development of many of the country's other top programs.
Net Price: $32,996/yr
Score: 103.7
37. Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, Texas
Prairie View A & M University is a HBCU that has been offering black and African American students unparalleled opportunities for career and community development for nearly a century. Since its founding, healthcare education has been at the center of Prairie View's curriculum, and it continues to play an integral role in undergraduate and graduate studies alike. The fact that nursing students at Prairie View can pursue bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in an array of specializations for less than $9,000 a year is a testament to the school's commitment to providing equal opportunity education for those who need it the most.
Net Price: $8,628/yr
Score: 105.8
36. Barry University
Miami, Florida
With a student body of nearly 10,000 and a student to faculty ratio of 14:1, Barry University offers all the pedagogical advantages of a small liberal arts college with the career promise and reputation of a much larger institution. In fact just last year, Barry's College of Nursing and Health Sciences was ranked among Florida's 20 top nursing schools by College Atlas, placing it near the top 10% in the state based on price, graduation rate, and NCLEX-RN graduate pass rate. Whether you are looking to start a new career with a BSN, advance in the ranks with an MSN, or contribute meaningful research with a PhD, Barry should be on your radar.
Net Price: $24,610/yr
Score: 107.4
35. University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
As a major within the umbrella of the College of Arts and Sciences, the nursing program at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff combines practical skills and job training with a comprehensive liberal arts program. Unlike other narrowly focused programs, the nursing school at Pine Bluff encourages students to develop interdisciplinary critical thinking, writing and communication skills, and challenge their reinforced biases and dispositions. Combined with a clinical and theoretical approach to the latest developments in nursing practice, Pine Bluff nursing graduates are uniquely suited to grapple with the challenges of modern nursing.
Net Price: $7,452/yr
Score: 108.5
34. Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
Nursing education is a cornerstone of the academics at Case Western Reserve University. Otherwise known for its rigorous research and development in STEM fields like engineering and biology, Case Western has nevertheless made a name for itself in pioneering nursing education programs, including the nation's first practice doctorate in nursing, acute care nurse practitioner program, gerontological nursing program, and more. The Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing also hosts 15 endowed professorships—more than any other program in the country—in order to provide the highest standard of education available and maintain its reputation as one of the best nursing schools in the U.S.
Net Price: $29,140/yr
Score: 110.2
33. Berea College
Berea, Kentucky
There may not be such a thing as free lunch, but is there such a thing as free college? At Berea College—ranked 11th in the country for undergraduate teaching by U.S. News in 2014—all students receive full-tuition scholarships. There's just one catch: they have to work for it. Since students apply for jobs on campus based on their skills, interests, and goals, earning valuable work experience while also earning their keep. This approach doubly benefits nursing students, who can apply to work in the student and community clinics to simultaneously pay their tuition and pad their resumes. Talk about killing two birds with one stone!
Net Price: $1,990/yr
Score: 110.5
32. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Founded in 1891, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's School of Nursing has lead the charge in progressive nursing education for 125 years—longer than most universities in this country have even existed. Like many research institutions, UMich and its nursing school's research programs are funded through the NIH, but it has also distinguished itself as a designated PAHO/WHO Collaborating Center for Research and Clinical Training in Health Promotion Nursing—one of only ten in the U.S., and 42 worldwide. This public ivy also boasts a 91% graduation rate at the undergraduate level, offering a world-class education for top performing students for a fraction of the price.
Net Price: $15,850/yr
Score: 114.3
31. New York University
New York New, York
New York University's College of Nursing is one of the oldest and most cherished healthcare institutions in the country. Ranked 8th in the nation in terms of research funding from the NIH and recognized as one of nine "Centers of Excellence in Nursing Education" by the National League of Nurses, NYU's nursing school offers a lot for nursing students to be excited about at both the graduate and undergraduate level. As a result, students also enjoy an 83% graduation rate and an 86% NCLEX-RN pass rate—both well above the national average.
Net Price: $35,543/yr
Score: 117.2
30. Bethel College-North Newton
North Newton, Kansas
Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas fuses faith and learning to develop spiritual and intellectual leaders who consider nursing as much of a career as a moral duty. Harnessing the service-oriented philosophy of its Mennonite affiliates, Bethel's nursing school cultivates a sense of duty in students through hands-on clinical work and outreach in Wichita and beyond. Whether through interning at the Mayo Clinic or volunteering at a local tertiary care facility or community center, Bethel nursing students make this kind of experiential learning a priority for their growth as professionals as well as humans of faith.
Net Price: $18,745/yr
Score: 119.0
29. University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia
At the University of West Georgia's Tanner Health System School of Nursing – one of the best nursing schools in the country by a good measure – students at all levels enjoy the resources they need to succeed in their personal and professional goals. In addition to enjoying an impressive 90% NCLEX-RN pass rate for BSN graduates, UWG also provides both BSN and MSN candidates alike with virtual distance learning programs to accommodate their commute and work schedules. And though most universities would stop there, UWG truly meets its commitment to students at all levels, courtesy of the Advanced Academy of Georgia. This ambitious initiative is one of the only residential educational programs in the country that caters to high-performing high school juniors and seniors.
Net Price: $13,988/yr
Score: 123.5
28. University of Miami
Coral Gables, Florida
In accordance with its status as an internationally recognized research institution, the University of Miami offers a comprehensive top nursing school that excels in education, research, and outreach. Like the University of Michigan, UMiami is a designated PAHO/WHO Center for Nursing Human Resources Development and Patient Safety. This global outreach program leverages university resources (including graduate and undergraduate manpower) to bring modern nursing practices and technology to underdeveloped communities in the Americas and Africa. Through this same initiative, UMiami even offers a series of free virtual courses online to share with global users in need.
Net Price: $33,284/yr
Score: 125.4
27. University of California-Irvine
Irvine, California
Founded a mere decade ago (in 2006), the University of California-Irvine's Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing has quickly proven to be a cutting-edge facility for nursing education and research. At just $12,000 a year, UC Irvine's undergraduate nursing science program ranks as the 4th best nursing school in the nation for value, and 10th for overall quality (according to NurseJournal.org). Nursing research at Irvine is just as notable, with PhD specializations in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention; Disease and Symptom Management; Health Disparities and Diversity; and Health Services and Health Policy.
Net Price: $12,072/yr
Score: 127.0
26. Boston College
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
As a Jesuit Catholic university, Boston College is a bastion of intellectualism and service in a major metropolitan area. At the undergraduate level, nursing students must work hard to prove their skills in the humanities as well as sciences in order to satisfy BC's rigorous liberal arts requirements. Students at this top nursing school also find close connections within the greater Boston community through clinical practicums and other outreach and service programs. The Connell School of Nursing's clinical partnerships extend to both graduate and undergraduate support and include world-class healthcare facilities like the Children's Hospital, the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, and the Lahey Clinic.
Net Price: $26,335/yr
Score: 128.7
25. Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
With over 1,300 registered nursing students online and in various locations around the state of Florida, the folks at the Nova Southeastern University College of Allied Health and Nursing must be doing something right. And it's easy to see what. Take, for instance, their high-tech simulation lab, which provides hands-on clinical experience in a classroom setting. Or consider their wide range of Master of Science in Nursing specializations, including Health System Leadership and Nursing Informatics. And don't forget their flexible scheduling, which offers coursework through online and multi-location classroom formats. All in all, Nova Southeastern University accomplishes an impressive goal: the ability to cater to a wide variety of student needs while still providing a quality of education on par with many of the best nursing schools in the country.
Net Price: $24,833/yr
Score: 130.0
24. Pfeiffer University
Misenheimer North, Carolina
Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Pfeiffer University offers dozens of degree programs that help students take the next step towards becoming fully-fledged faith leaders. For the nearly 20% of the student body that is enrolled in the Division of Applied Health Sciences, the promise of providing compassionate and direct service to the injured and infirm is a highly spiritual calling. Through a combination of biology and anatomy prerequisites and 55 hours of upper level nursing coursework, Pfeiffer's pre-licensure bachelor of nursing program prepares students to sit for the NCLEX-RN examination and become licensed, practicing nurses almost immediately after graduation.
Net Price: $17,611/yr
Score: 130.0
23. Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia
At this devoutly Christian university, residential students in every department are required to attend university-wide convocations at least three times a week to uphold their commitment to the higher values of the community. But in terms of enrollment, Liberty University's online students dwarf residential students by a factor of almost ten to one. And yet at Liberty's top nursing school, distance and on-campus students alike learn to approach their health practice hands-on. Liberty emphasizes nursing as a "ministry of caring," a term first popularized by Patricia Benner, a Living Legend of the American Academy of Nursing. Combining biblical studies, liberal arts, and a practical nursing education, this program guarantees that all students have the opportunity to mature spiritually as well as academically.
Net Price: $23,367/yr
Score: 133.0
22. California State University-Fullerton
Fullerton, California
With a total enrollment of 39,000 students, California State University at Fullerton makes the otherwise sizeable population of its College of Health and Human Development—which hovers somewhere around a thousand—seem puny by comparison. Yet the enormous resources of such a comprehensive public university allow this top nursing school to provide education of unparalleled quality and quantity. In fact, Fullerton is the only campus in the state to offer a master's-level concentration in School Nursing. What's more, Fullerton's graduate nurse anesthesia program has earned recognition from U.S. News as one of the best in the country.
Net Price: $5,542/yr
Score: 133.6
21. University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut
In 2012, the University of Connecticut's School of Nursing unveiled a 15,000 square foot addition to their building that contains not only new classrooms and laboratories, but also state of the art simulation technology. This development is just one of many steps the flagship school of the University of Connecticut school system has taken to bring their nursing programs into modern times. In addition to conventional BSN, MSN, and DNP tracks for aspiring and advancing nursing students, UConn is now offering an Urban Service track, which combines nursing, medicine, dental medicine, pharmacology and social services coursework to target endemic urban health problems.
Net Price: $19,049/yr
Score: 137.2
20. Western Carolina University
Cullowhee North, Carolina
In 1969, Western Carolina University launched its School of Nursing under the direction of Dr. Mary K. Kneedler. At the time, Dr. Kneedler was well known throughout the country for her role in developing then-President Lyndon B. Johnson's progressive Head Start program. Half a century later, WCU's top nursing program continues to embody the charitable, compassionate traits that Kneedler promoted. This is nowhere more evident than in WCU's Nursing Network-Careers and Technology Mentoring Program (NN-CATM), which connects mentors with high performing rural and minority students at local community colleges. The university even offers tuition and other financial assistance to support their futures in nursing.
Net Price: $12,916/yr
Score: 137.4
19. The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
The University of Texas at Austin is consistently ranked among the best public research universities in the country. And although it may be better known for its groundbreaking research in engineering and computer science, Austin is also home to the 13th best nursing school in the nation, as reported by U.S. News. In addition to providing a comprehensive nursing program across undergraduate and graduate divisions, UT Austin is particularly well regarded for its stellar outreach initiatives. This includes the Wellness Center and Disaster Relief program, which the school launched in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and 9/11.
Net Price: $16,832/yr
Score: 138.9
18. Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston has one of the highest concentrations of hospitals and medical centers in any metropolitan area, which means there is a very high demand for a wide variety of nursing specialists. If you are looking to find your niche in the Boston healthcare area, look no further than Northeastern University: with over 10 graduate specializations in nursing, including adult acute and/or primary care, neonatal and/or pediatric nursing, nurse anesthesia, and even a dual MS/MBA program, there's no limit to what an ambitious student can each achieve at this nationally acclaimed university.
Net Price: $30,546/yr
Score: 139.0
17. Rowan University
Glassboro New, Jersey
Rowan University has designed a nursing program that optimizes student and faculty time and resources to deliver the most productive education at the lowest possible cost. Combining online coursework in a hybridized class format with local clinical practicums, Rowan allows students and professors to build their own schedules instead of wasting time commuting or sitting in crowded lecture halls. Unlike a completely online delivery format, however, this hybrid format still allows nursing students to get the hands-on experience they need to become qualified healthcare professionals. Whether you are a registered nurse looking to earn your bachelor's degree or are seeking specialized practitioner certification, Rowan will offer a clear path to a satisfying career in healthcare.
Net Price: $15,413/yr
Score: 139.4
16. Georgetown University
Washington District of, Columbia
Founded in 1789, Georgetown in the oldest Catholic university in the United States with a reputation for progressive and impactful scholarship. Although the school didn't establish a nursing program until 1903 (more than a century into its tenure) Georgetown's School of Nursing now features some of the most exciting resources available to nursing students anywhere in the world. At the undergraduate level, BSN students make regular use of the O'Neill Family Foundation Clinical Simulation Center's robotic mannequin, which actually replicates physiological symptoms and responses in a controlled environment. For more experienced and research-oriented graduate students, Georgetown's Discovery Center encourages interdisciplinary collaboration with a Health Science Lab and Molecular and Cell Biology research facilities.
Net Price: $25,786/yr
Score: 139.8
15. Stony Brook University
Stony Brook New, York
With a nearly 90% graduate pass rate on the NCLEX-RN, Stony Brook University is clearly in the business of creating competent nursing professionals. For working nurses who have already earned their professional licensure, Stony Brook also provides a comprehensive range of advanced specializations in administration and practice. From nursing education and leadership to pediatric care, neonatal nursing, and even midwifery, master's students at Stony Brook can find a way to narrow and hone their nursing focus to advance both their skills and careers. What's more, Stony Brook's chapter of Kappa Gamma, the International Honor Society of Nursing, provides students with valuable networking opportunities that will serve them well long after graduation.
Net Price: $13,352/yr
Score: 140.1
14. Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
The nursing program at Emory is probably best known for its graduate divisions, which regularly appear in the top 50 of many a publication's top healthcare rankings. Emory's Center for Neurocognitive Studies (CSN), for example, is a national leader in chronic and affective illnesses and focuses on ways to improve care for long-term patients. But what may be most exciting to both undergraduates and graduate students are the global outreach programs that Emory offers through the Lillian Carter Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility. Many of the university's prestigious faculty are involved in research in sub-Saharan African countries, and students can take advantage of these connections to facilitate international service learning experiences of their own.
Net Price: $28,203/yr
Score: 140.2
13. Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
Johns Hopkins' School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the best in the country by the likes of U.S. News, >Princeton Review, Forbes, and more. It also tops the list of funding recipients of the National Institute of Health (among nursing schools, that is). This reputation naturally allows Johns Hopkins to attract the best and the brightest in terms of both faculty and students, making it a highly competitive environment with very high stakes. All told, Johns Hopkins is also home to some of the most innovative research ventures in the field and features some of the most extensive nursing outreach programs in the world. In fact, its network of clinics spans more than 40 clinics throughout Baltimore.
Net Price: $25,207/yr
Score: 141.9
12. San Diego State University
San Diego, California
Drawing over $1.5 billion dollars in annual grants and research funding annually, it's no wonder that San Diego State University has consistently been named among the most productive research institutions in the country (as reported by the Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index). And SDSU has put this money to good use; thanks to its sizeable investments in academia and research, SDSU has earned a singular distinction as the only California State University in the system with a "National" rather than "Regional" designation on the U.S. News website. This bodes well for the nursing program too, which enjoys a healthy budget that funds state of the art educational facilities – including a Nursing Fundamental Skills Lab, Health Assessment Lab, and Human Patient Simulator.
Net Price: $10,085/yr
Score: 148.9
11. Duke University
Durham North, Carolina
For heavy hitters in the research arena of academia, bigger is always better. Few would deny that Duke is one of these "heavy hitters," and its School of Nursing can attest to that fact. Indeed, the school recently welcomed a 45,000 square foot addition to its Christine Siegler Pearson Building. While the architects made room for classrooms, too, most of this state-of-the-art building is devoted to research. Duke briefly eliminated its BSN program in the 1980s, only to resurrect it in 2002. This new version of the nursing program features an accelerated 16-month format is designed specifically for students who already have a bachelor's degree. But perhaps Duke's biggest selling point is its extensive graduate program, which offers a gamut of nursing specializations and provides convenient distance learning options to accommodate military service members, busy parents, and working professionals.
Net Price: $21,764/yr
Score: 156.7
10. Columbia University in the City of New York
New York New, York
Founded in 1754 as King's College—well before the signing of the Declaration of Independence—Columbia University in the City of New York has been home to a lot of firsts, especially in the field of nursing education. In 1956, Columbia awarded its first master's degree in a clinical specialty in nursing; fifty years later, that same nursing department introduced the first PDA-based system to replace nurse practitioners' paper-based clinical logs. Columbia's School of Nursing was also the first to earn a designation as a World Health Organization Collaborating Center for Advanced Practice Nursing. Through a combination of bold scholarship and innovative practice methods, Columbia continues to set the standard for excellence in nursing education in the 21st century.
Net Price: $20,838/yr
Score: 159.6
9. University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
As the flagship institution of the State University System of Florida, the University of Florida is a not just a statewide leader, but also a national frontrunner in nursing education and advocacy. Since launching the state's first master's and doctoral programs in nursing, UF has continued to produce healthcare leaders at hospitals, universities, and healthcare organizations around the globe. UF is equally proud of its reputation for producing the largest crop of BSN graduates in the state every year. But prospective applicants shouldn't worry too much about getting lost in the fray; exceptional students are eligible for UF's Honors in Nursing, which pairs them with a specific faculty member to develop a capstone thesis or project.
Net Price: $14,786/yr
Score: 159.9
8. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Minneapolis, Minnesota
As the oldest continuously-operated, university-based nursing department in the country, the School of Nursing at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities has plenty of reasons to boast. This top nursing program has produced more than half of the advanced practice nurses in the state, as well as many of Minnesota's nursing faculty and healthcare administrators. As a result of its stature, UMN operates a staggering nursing research budget in the neighborhood of $6 million a year. Its deep coffers also fund a generous financial aid budget; the university gave away $1.4 million in nursing scholarships just last year. And students applying now should count themselves extra lucky; UM-Twin Cities is about to debut a brand new, 11,000 square foot clinical simulation center with HD room-to-room video conferencing capabilities!
Net Price: $15,589/yr
Score: 161.3
7. California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach, California
How can you identify a truly progressive healthcare institution? One way is to consider its approach to medicine. Advanced health practitioners are increasingly adopting a "wellness-based" attitude over an "illness-based" one. At California State University-Long Beach's nursing school, baccalaureate and graduate nursing students learn to implement this perspective of wellness, evaluating the quality of life and experience of their patients on equal footing with immediate health concerns. CSU-Long Beach's graduate curriculum is also unique in that is tailored towards the needs of working students. A hybrid format combines bi-weekly on campus classes (mostly Tuesdays and Thursdays) with distance courses, giving students confidence that their studies won't interfere with their careers.
Net Price: $7,672/yr
Score: 164.6
6. Brigham Young University-Provo
Provo, Utah
Owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University is actually the largest of all religious institutions of higher education, and certainly among the finest. In accord with the university's Honor Code, which emphasizes service and integrity, this top nursing school endeavors to provide all students with scholarships to attend school. The Nursing School has also made it a priority to increase fundraising and provide even more financial aid for program members. This spirit of charity carries all the way through to the nursing curriculum itself, which is largely predicated on experiential service learning. Through BYU's Global Health and Human Diversity initiative, the university has sponsored faculty and student service learning in countries such as Ghana, India, and Ecuador.
Net Price: $12,335/yr
Score: 179.8
5. University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
The University of California-Los Angeles has a tough acceptance rate in general, but this figure pales in comparison to the exclusivity of its nursing program! With 2.3% and 3.9% acceptance rates for its undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, respectively, it's almost as hard to get into UCLA as it is to graduate. Considering its affiliation with the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (the best hospital on the West Coast, as rated by U.S. News) it is no wonder this nursing school attracts so many ambitious students who are willing to work hard to make the cut. Plus, with groundbreaking research in fields as diverse as gene therapy, ulcers, and pediatric palliative care, UCLA would appeal to anyone who wants to take part in the vanguard of healthcare.
Net Price: $12,510/yr
Score: 180.1
4. University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
Size isn't everything, but when nursing is the second-largest major at the second-largest university in the country, it might be time to start paying attention. So what is it that draws thousands of students to the University of Central Florida's nursing school (aside from national ranking and accreditation, the highest NCLEX-RN pass rate in the state, and recognition as a "best value" university by The Princeton Review)? According to the university itself, Orlando is the "epicenter of modeling, simulation and training," granting UCF's nursing department access to the greatest range of digital and manual clinical simulators available anywhere.
Net Price: $14,745/yr
Score: 182.5
3. University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville, Virginia
Every school on this list has a particular set of strengths, even if it's something as simple as providing a good education at a great price. At the University of Virginia, that strength is rural healthcare. To date, UVA is the first and only nursing school funded by the NIH to create a center devoted to rural mental health research. This institute, dubbed the Southeastern Rural Mental Health Research Center, is also home to a specialized Rural Health Center that is also NIH-funded. Graduates of this top nursing school easily find work – both within the state and in the nearby Appalachia region – and fill much-needed positions providing healthcare to underserved populations.
Net Price: $14,069/yr
Score: 184.2
2. University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
If you've always dreamed of attending an Ivy League University, but you also want a nursing degree, the University of Pennsylvania may be your best shot. Although the school's many top accolades and rankings tend to focus on the graduate nursing department (likely something to do with the $480 million it receives annually from the NIH), UPenn is also the only Ivy League institution with an undergraduate nursing program. With strengths at both levels, UPenn is undoubtedly one of the best nursing schools in the country. MSN students can choose from a whopping 18 specialization options, while undergraduates can look forward to an education that will more than prepare them to conquer the NCLEX. Last year's graduating class sported a pass rate of 93%!
Net Price: $22,694/yr
Score: 198.9
1. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill North, Carolina
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill—the oldest public university in the U.S.—is constantly on the lookout for great nurses who will be influential in shaping the coming generation of healthcare. Through its Hillman Scholars Program in Nursing Innovation, UNC faculty select six top performing BSN students each year, each of whom will commit to a rigorous six-year PhD program. At the end of their journey, these high-achieving students will walk away with a highly marketable degree that combines groundbreaking research with progressive healthcare policy. UNC's Careers Beyond the Bedside program is another impressive feature of this top nursing program. This searchlight initiative seeks to attract underrepresented demographics to nursing in order to increase the diversity of the field.
Net Price: $10,936/yr
Score: 200
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In high season, most of the people, including families, travel to popular destinations like beach destinations. On the contrary, some people prefer cold destinations. Mountain holidays are increasingly popular in the tourism industry.
Spain is the best example, the perfect destination for mountain holidays, where cold weather and snow become usual.
Spain has everything you need
Snow season takes time from November to May, which makes it one of the longest snow season in Europe, being sky the main sport in Sierra Nevada in Granada.
However, you can go to Sierra Nevada and not going out skiing.There are many alternative activities you can do in this amazing place, from hiking to gazing the stars at night while enjoying a huge bonfire surrounded by international tourists, who also travel to explore and enjoy the beautiful city of Granada.
The perfect accommodation option for ski and snow lovers is a mountain hotel in Sierra Nevada, so you should not choose a hotel in the centre of Granada as you will have to reach ski areas everyday.
Luxury accommodation: Vincci Rumaykiyya
5-star hotel in the heart of Sierra Nevada. Its amazing contrasts between wood and clay are perfect and making the hotel blend perfectly with the environment.
Vincci Rumaykiyya is one of the few hotel with direct access to the slopes in Sierra Nevada, so if you are a ski lover or you are practising this amazing sport, this is your perfect hotel.
A hotel with spa, comfortable rooms from individual to family rooms, perfect for friends ski holidays.
Granada: the best ski destination to enjoy the snow
Granada is really beautiful, full of charming streets and picturesque neighbourhoods that surprise all international tourists is Sierra Nevada and its activity offer, especially designed for sport lovers. If you really like skiing and exploring the mountain, you should choose Sierra Nevada and stay at a ski hotel in Granada: Vincci Rumaykiyya.

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When your child plays Buy Madden NFL 18 Coins , make sure he wears the proper helmet to avoid injuries. The helmet should have an outer shell made of hard plastic and the padding should be thick. It should also have a face mask that's rigid and a chin strap containing a protective chin cup. The chin strap should always be snug and fastened when playing.
Learn how to get past defenders when catching a kick off. The best way to do this is run directly behind a few of your best defenders. They will block for you most effectively and will create an opening for you to run down the line towards the goal.
When tackling, decrease the risks of a traumatic injury to the neck or head by practicing the correct form. When you make a tackle, maintain your head up and do not lead with your helmet's top. Not only is this illegal, but it greatly increases the chances of an injury.
Use ladder drills to improve agility and coordination. Increasing these skills are important to your Madden Coins training. The idea is to imagine a ladder and that you are stepping into each square, then out again, eventually reaching the top rung. This techniques requires practice, so watch several videos to learn how it's done.
For an average kicker, a forty yard field goal should be a breeze. It's important to work on building up your strength, and you can do this with weight lifting. Flexibility exercises need to be completed, too. Stretch daily to become more flexible.


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Microsoft Corp announced yesterday that it was licensing new software to local firms in China for the first time in a move that showed confidence in China's economy and hope for its anti-piracy efforts.
The Redmond, Washington-based software giant struck part-nerships with Comtech Group (
Comtech will license software making it easier to view pictures or high-quality videos on mobile devices. Talkweb will use Microsoft software for a Web site that converts digital images of people into cartoons.
Microsoft has had software licensing deals with international firms operating in China, but the agreements with Comtech and Talkweb marked the first such partnerships with local companies.
The deals were signed under the auspices of the Intellectual Properties (IP) Ventures program launched by Microsoft last year to unite entrepreneurs with software innovations from the firm's five research labs worldwide.
Microsoft was "rolling out" the IP Ventures group in China with a focus on software developed in its lab in Beijing, where it has 160 researchers, Harnett said.
The technology license to Talkweb and Comtech was from the Beijing lab.
"The broader perspective is that Microsoft is committed to working with Chinese companies to develop the software economy in China," Harnett said.
"It allows us to connect with innovative companies that understand customers in China. You will see a lot more of us working with our development centers there. You will see a lot of these products reaching the market through China," he said.
Comtech and Talkweb are both located near Microsoft facilities, where researchers trained the firms' employees in the new software.
"We find existing companies with footholds in the market and embed our technologies in the company," Harnett said. "In China, technology from all our research labs will be available to China companies."
Microsoft's IP Ventures lets the firm profit on software creations that it did not necessarily use in its own products, analyst Matt Rosoff of Directions on Microsoft said.
Helping cultivate a vibrant Chinese software industry also plants seeds for tougher protections of intellectual property rights, Rosoff said.
"If China eventually has a thriving home-grown software economy, the Chinese government will clamp down harder on piracy," Rosoff said.
"Microsoft has seen this cycle take place in other countries, such as Taiwan and South Korea, where piracy was a problem," he said.
Comtech is a publicly traded company that specializes in programs for mobile handsets and digital media hardware made by its customers.
"Using Microsoft cutting-edge technology will definitely help us," Comtech chief executive Jeffrey Kang said. "The partnership with Microsoft is very valuable."


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Anyone else do that?
One minute I'm not really thinking much of anything – just all vacant-brained, Irish Spring-scented showery goodness – and then quietly, without even knowing I'm doing it, I'll wander off somewhere into a part of the brain I haven't visited in awhile.
Or I'll get all INSPIRED! ABOUT! SOMETHING! thinking "HEY! That's a GREAT IDEA!'. Except that pen & paper is hard to come by in the shower and I usually forget whatever it was by the time I reach for the moisturizer. What was I thinking? Oh well.
This morning I quietly drifted off and when I came to consciousness again, my Econ professor was in the shower with me. Okay – not literally, but he was in my thoughts. Which, if you saw him, you would know – he is NOT a pleasant shower thought. Nevertheless, he comes to mind when I need to be reminded of something specific.
When I first walked into Prof. O'N's class circa 2004, I was doing really well in my studies. I'd heard he was hard, but I was pretty confident I could meet the challenge. Then class started and I realized by 'hard', my friends meant 'asshole'. Prof. O'N was a huge asshole. And he was hard.
You see, we went through this thing where he would ask a question – call on me – and I would answer it in colloquial terms. He would say 'no' and call on the next person – who would say almost the exact same thing that I just said. I would look at him incredulously and say 'that's what I just said' and he would respond with 'no, you didn't'. My type-A-ness developed a quick loathing for him, convinced I was right. This dance we were doing went on for about 2-3 weeks of a 10-week class. It was
pissing me off!!!!! STRESSING ME OUT as I really wanted to do well, but couldn't get a grip on what he wanted from me. What was I doing wrong?
Then finally, one day I was doing my homework for his class, and I pushed my books aside, closed my eyes, took a deep breath and asked the question of myself again – what was I doing wrong? I committed myself to taking a good look at the dynamics in play in the classroom. I replayed the Q&A's we'd gone through and a lightbulb went off. The second person answering was using the specific terms to answer his question, while I was giving the definition of the term in my answer. I was being colloquial when he wanted formal. Zing! And then I thougth to myself – WHAT AN ASSHOLE! – just a little longer.
At least now I recognized why he was negating my answers. But I still needed a better grasp on the 'why' of it so that I could stop viewing him as such a jerk. The man really knew his stuff and I needed him on my side – especially since I knew I had more classes with him in my future. Why was he being a jerk? And then another lightbulb went off – he was being hard on me to keep me from sounding stupid when I talked to my superiors. Using the right terminology was more professional. It would help me be respected and get better jobs. He was pushing me hard as a favor to my future. Wow, I am such an asshole! to not see that.
Once I got that turned around in my head – that he was making me better, not just being a jerk, he & I started to get along much better. My answers got better. I did well in that class as well as the next one, and eventually, he offered to write me a recommendation letter if I decided to go into a Ph.D. program. We parted ways happily ever after.
Perspective. Sometimes, if something isn't working for you, you just need to sit down and figure out how to think about it. Change your thoughts.
Not real sure why my brain brought that to the forefront today. Except that I'm in a bit of a negative mental space after jacking up my back at the gym. One of those moments where you're lifting and actually feel tissue give way. OWWWWW! That happened Wednesday and I can see a few more days of taking it easy in my future. It's one thing to choose not to go to the gym, but it's another to feel like you can't/shouldn't/ wouldn't be a good idea. And then your whole midsection starts to feel like jello even though it's no different than it was the day before.
Perspective, silver-lining seeking, is telling me that I have a 4-day weekend ahead to get some reading done for Yoga Teacher Training. Prop my feet up. Let the back heal well. Organize my thoughts. This will be a good opportunity to be well prepared for class starting next week – with all that extra time not spent running or bootcamping. But the part of my back that is grumping and giving me a 2-day headache just wants to keep on grumping.
Perspective. Need to find it.


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Porter Smalls, a Republican running for US Senator is well ahead in the opinion polls when his campaign is sabotaged by child pornography being found on his office computer. Despite their opposite political views, the Governor believes that, despite some personal shortcomings, Smalls is incapable of having such an interest.
What Davenport doesn't know at the beginning is that Bob Tubbs, a political operative who can change sides like a chameleon for the right money, has disappeared. Davenport soon gets down into the mire of a thriller with an explosive combination of murder, money, blackmail and politics.
Davenport gets help from a notorious computer whiz, ICE who puts him in touch with Lucas Kidd who is a strange combination of artist and computer "expert". Davenport also becomes quickly aware that the Democratic candidate, the attractive and wealthy Taryn Grant, has an oversized ego and ambition that could catapult her into dirty tricks. I have to admit that I really didn't know the detailed explanation of a narcissist until Grant's character was exposed.
This thriller makes Davenport explore the grey side of politics and the contemporary world of technology to solve the case and reveals an ugly background to the machinations behind an important election. It is an interesting twist to the Davenport series of thrillers and is well recommended if you want to see things from a different aspect.


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Give Us Solid-As-A-Rock Support
We have not been the best at updates over the years. We have been learning to parent two kids, how to balance language classes and ministry and communication and rest. Now that we have reached the end of our first 3 years in Lebanon, we have taken a step back to reevaluate some of the Moral Support needs we have.
No Money Down
These first 8 ways to give us Solid-As-A-Rock Support living in Lebanon are Absolutely FREE! Nothing feels better than free. The first thing I want to emphasize is that we desperately need the partnerships that are not financially based in addition to the financial partnerships from many of you committing to donate to our ministry. We need relationships, in English, with people who have been there for us, who know our hearts, who we miss desperately, who have the chance to see saguaros right outside their windows, or eat at Eegee's, or watch football the same day it is being played. We miss this part of our old life, and we miss all of you!
So, here are 10 ideas to give us, your very own missionary family, rock solid moral support:
#1: Download
Whatsapp and/or Skype to stay in communication with the Lisses
#2: Sign up for the Prayer Letter and commit to reply when you get a newsletter in your inbox.
#3: Join our Prayer Warrior Team and commit to reply when you get an alert by writing out your prayer in an email.
#4: Email the family. You can send letters to Louis, Annie, David, or Kyrie through email. You can even write letters to the other people we are working with that God puts on your heart. Don't have our emails
#5: Share what we are doing with your small group and church. This is something that we cannot do on our own. If we write a blog post every week, we still cannot gain new partners or let new people to churches that support us know what we are doing. The only way we can do this is through people declaring that we are a part of their ministry.
#6: Share a mission moment for us. Please ask your church to let you speak once a month or once every other month for 2 minutes to share about what we are doing.
#7: Share our link to sign up for our prayer letter. Become an advocate for our ministry. Due to limited internet and time, we do not have a great social media presence. But many of you do. Use your network to share our posts and pictures on Pinterest, Instagram, facebook, Twitter, etc. (An extra way you could help would be to help us figure out how to add those links to our blog)
#8: Encourage others to use this list. Ask your small group to come together to write letters or share with their own communities about the ministry you are helping us accomplish in Lebanon.
On The Cheap
Some of you out there want to give money to something tangible, gifts rather than just deposit money into an account. We are happy to share different small gifts that we could use, for those of you who love to give gifts.
#9: Clothing for the kids.
This is so fun to buy for many people, and we have been receiving multiple requests for the kids sizes. When we are returning to the States for visits this is a wonderful opportunity to stock up on reasonably priced clothes for the kids. Clothing here in Lebanon is about 3 times what we would pay in America.
Kyrie is ready for size 4T and 5T summer and fall clothes.
David's only clothing needs are for his school uniform because he is fully stocked with everyday clothing. He is in size 7, moving into 8. His school uniform is currently a white shirt and navy blue or jeans bottoms.
These sizes are subject to change, of course.
#9: Amazon Gift Card / Books
We have an Amazon Prime account, so there are many forms of media we can get for free. You could give toward our Amazon account by buying us a digital gift card. This way we can purchase ebooks such as the kids' homeschool books, and a few authors not available through our libraries. Louis would be able to get movies as well.
If you read an amazing book and want to recommend it, why not gift it to us via Kindle? We have a Kindle as well as the Kindle app on all of our devices. When you find the book on Amazon ebooks choose the option "Give as Gift" and you can email us the gift!
We do also love holding actual books in our hands, and the kids love reading so buying real books is a wonderful gift as well.
I know there are other gift ideas out there, and we can always use medicine, vitamins, and odds and ends from America, so send us an email if this is the type of support you are interested in offering.
#10: Save this list!
Maybe these things are not all possible for you right now. But in the future, as you want to get more involved, or someone near you wants to know how to stay connected to us and help us, you can pull this list out and share it all over again. Print it out to file, bookmark the page, or save it in your email as important.


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At Aalborg University Campus Copenhagen we offer three courses in cyber and information security. The courses are designed for people working at the industry or public administration. For more information about the courses please click on the course titles below:
Master in Information and Communication Technologies (mICT)
Single courses in Cyber and Information Security
Master in Information and Communication Technologies (mICT)
The Master in Information and Communication Technologies (mICT) is an international Master's program at Aalborg University designed for you who work in the ICT industry and want to keep your job while you are participating in a Master's program. The courses are mainly given in the evening and during weekends.
The rapid development in modern communication technology requires rapid development in acquiring skills for both individuals and companies. The mICT programme is an international multidisciplinary continuing engineering education that gives you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and your skills. The main disciplines covered in the education are: technology, applications and economy of ICT. The programme focuses specifically on three main academic areas:
- Networks and services
- Design and users
- Market and business.
The curriculum is carefully put together to be attractive and exciting for both the ICT engineer and the ICT business professionals. The aim of mICT is to integrate students' knowledge of technology, users and markets to educate ICT professionals with both deep and broad competencies. Graduates will be able to work in the very front line when it comes to development of the ICT industry.
The cross-disciplinary profile addresses the growing need for ICT professionals who can combine knowledge from different areas:
- Internet, Communication and Broadcast Technologies and Converging Media
- Services and Platforms
- Development of User-friendly Applications, Solutions And Services
- Business Development and Business Models
- Security, Trust, Privacy; Legal and Ethical Aspects
- Organisational aspects of ICT.
Master in Information and Communication Technologies (mICT)
- September 2019 - August 2020 (1 year, full-time). CANCELLED
- September 2019 - August 2021 (2 years, part-time). CANCELLED
- September 2019 - August 2022 (3 years, part-time). CANCELLED
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- Full program, EU/EEA citizens:
(2 x 36,000 DKK (one-year full-time),
4 x 18,000 DKK (two-year part-time),
6 X 12,000 DKK (three-year part-time))
- Full program, non-EU/EEA citizens:
DKK 113,700 kr.
(2 x 56,850 DKK (one-year full-time),
4 x 28,425 DKK (two-year part-time),
6 X 18,950 DKK (three-year part-time))
- Single course, EU/EEA citizens:
- Single course, non-EU/EEA citizens:
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Yes, I made safely to Iraq. We had a medial emergency on the flight across the Atlantic Ocean and through the efforts of several of the other passengers and myself kept the flight from diverting to Ireland or London.
Sulaimani, Iraq is really not what I expected, its better in many ways but I have much to learn about the culture and so forth.
Dehydration is a big problem here and I need to keep reminding myself to drink plenty of water, its easy to let oneself go as the fluid loss is imperceptible until symptomatic, what with the high altitude and dry climate. Speaking of dry, when the plane descended below 15,000 ft, on our arrival to Sulaimani, there was a thick the yellow haziness of the dust that almost looked like LA smog and after disembarking you could taste the fine grit with the first few breaths. The house that we work out of is nice, a fig tree in the courtyard, a big kitchen and many rooms. My bedroom pretty awesome it has an outside balcony that overlooks the street and I can see the markets on the corners where bread is made fresh while you wait.
The local Mosque is down the street a few buildings away and the call to prayers is quite beautiful and calming. Friday around noon the street is quite busy with the men coming to mosque. The call to prayers seems to have different styles at different times of the day. The noon ones are at secular noon, the four o'clock prayers are at 3:40 PM local sun time. The Friday prayers include what seems to be the sermon and other parts of the prayer service. I plan to ask our local guide more about the Mosque and the Muslim faith in general. Ramadan is soon approaching and I want not to offend anyone through a lack of knowledge.
The society here is all about the men, they are everywhere with only about five percent women walking about the city which makes it easy for a westerner to make a mistake and violate a cultural norm. Like I did yesterday at the bazar attempting to buy traditional Kurdish shoes, they are men's only I believe and I think I upset the store owner by asking to try them on. Learning how to navigate here is going to take time and I will have to be patient with myself as I through the process of finding my space adapting to this new world.


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The KaBOOM! vision is a great place to play for every child – and we think that America's Public Lands are just that! Parks, trails, and other natural areas are great places for kids and families to spend time together, play, and discover the wonders of the nature.
KaBOOM! is excited to partner with National Public Lands Day (NPLD) (NPLD) this year on an initiative to feature NPLD events as part of our Play Day campaign. By doing service projects on Sept. 26, people across the country are not only taking care of public lands and giving back to their communities, but restoring places for us all to play and connect with nature.
Now in its 16th year, NPLD is the nation's largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public lands Americans enjoy. Last year, 120,000 volunteers participated in this nationwide event, as well as over 700 state and local agencies and eight federal agencies. NPLD is a program of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), a non-profit organization and leader in the environmental health movement. NEEF's Children & Nature Initiative is on the forefront of working with parents, caregivers, and pediatric health care providers to get kids outside to experience the overall health and developmental benefits of time spent in nature.
From playgrounds to parks and trails, play is a vital part of the national landscape. KaBOOM! is proud to partner with National Public Lands Day to take care of our lands and to promote the benefits of play and time in nature.
Join in the fun! Plan a Play Day or service project in your area today with our easy-to-use Play Day Planner.
Bethe Almeras writes The Grass Stain Guru, a blog about restoring childhood, and saving ourselves in the process. She is the DIY Online Community/Communications Manager for KaBOOM!.


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The Effects of Delayed Ductwork and AC Service in Wichita Kansas
Most homeowners don't spend that much time in the attic, which means they don't devote much time to ductwork inspection. Ducts that aren't properly maintained can be costly in terms of finances, health effects, and damage to the home's HVAC system. Below is an explanation of how ductwork issues can affect a home and its occupants.
Financial Effects
During the summer cooling season, the home's HVAC system can make up 25% or more of the homeowner's monthly utility bill. An issue that requires AC Service can make it more costly to stay cool when it's hot outside and, while a leaky duct may not seem as if it's a big issue, it can have lasting financial consequences.
Once the air conditioning unit treats the air, it's pushed through ductwork to a vent in every room. When ductwork leaks, much of that cooled air will seep into the attic and out of the home. The system is putting less cooled air into the home, and it will need to work harder to cool effectively. It can cost significantly more to cool a home with leaking ductwork, which results in much higher power bills.
Health Risks
Financial concerns over AC Service in Wichita Kansas, can be pressing enough, but there are also health factors to consider. When cooled air leaks out of the ductwork and into the attic, condensation can form. Over a period, moisture increases can lead to mold formation, and as long as ductwork damage goes undetected and unrepaired, mold can spread throughout the home.
Additionally, pollutants found in attic air can get into the HVAC system through leaky ducts. Even if allergies or asthma aren't an issue in the home, diminished air quality can make family members sick. The average AC unit recirculates air through the home seven times during the day, and that can put a lot of pollutants into the air.
System Risks
The fiscal consequences of leaking HVAC ductwork don't end with the power bill. Because the unit must work much harder to cool the home, its parts will wear at an accelerated rate. Depending on the length of time the problem persists, a unit may need replacement much sooner with poor-quality ductwork than without it. Total replacement can cost thousands of dollars, and it's in most homeowners' best interest to hire a professional for regular ductwork and AC service in Wichita Kansas. Browse for details.


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News From the Field
Light-activated, single-ion catalyst breaks down carbon dioxide
November 26, 2018
This material is available primarily for archival purposes. Telephone numbers or other contact information may be out of date; please see current contact information at media contacts.A team of scientists has discovered a single-site, visible-light-activated catalyst that converts carbon dioxide (CO2) into "building block" molecules that could be used for creating useful chemicals. The discovery opens the possibility of using sunlight to turn a greenhouse gas into hydrocarbon fuels. Full Story
DOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency that supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering. In fiscal year (FY) 2020, its budget is $8.3 billion. NSF funds reach all 50 states through grants to nearly 2,000 colleges, universities and other institutions. Each year, NSF receives more than 50,000 competitive proposals for funding and makes about 12,000 new funding awards.
Useful NSF Web Sites:
NSF Home Page: https://www.nsf.gov
NSF News: https://www.nsf.gov/news/
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Science and Engineering Statistics: https://www.nsf.gov/statistics/
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Course Description
This course reviews the recently issued Uniform Guidance that superseded OMB A-133. Highlights include major administrative changes, key terms, subrecipient monitoring, minimum indirect cost rate, internal controls, compensation, and procurement impacting the auditee. Also addressed are key changes impacting auditors, including determination of major programs and auditing the schedule of expenditures of federal awards.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify how your willingness to change impacts quality.
- Cite how change is affecting public accounting firms.
- Identify how the Uniform Guidance will affect auditees administering federal programs.
- Cite the administrative requirements that were most impacted by Uniform Guidance.
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Do you want to create your own podcast, record your church choir, or record some voice-overs for a video project? That laptop or webcam microphone just won't cut it anymore. You want great quality sound, but you don't have the right equipment. Don't fret! Studio 300 has a generous selection of microphones – ranging from standard handheld live microphones to very high-end versatile studio recording models. Below is a list of our microphone selection and a brief description and examples of what they may be used for.
Shure Beta 58a (dynamic*)
- A versatile handheld vocal mic for use in live or recording situations.
- It can be used in conjunction with handheld recorders for an interview microphone.
- A rugged mic – because of its construction and simple design it works nicely for live performances as well as many studio applications.
EV RE50 (dynamic)
- A fine handheld live mic for broadcasting, interviewing, etc (works with Studio 300's handheld recorders)
- It works great on recording vocals for podcasting.
- Another rugged mic – same simple construction as the Beta58a with similar attributes.
Shure SM86 (condenser)
- The SM86 is a handheld mic similar to the Beta58a with some distinct differences – it is a condenser microphone, which makes it a bit less durable, but because of its design it can capture a wider frequency range. It can be used for live and recording situations of all kinds.
Shure SM7B (dynamic)
- The SM7B is widely used as one of the industry standards for broadcasting/podcasting.
- It is a fantastic vocal recording mic with a warm sound more popular for for male/lower pitched voices.
- It features bass roll-off and vocal presence controls which give you great control over the sound it captures.
EV RE20 (dynamic)
- The RE20 joins the SM7B as one of the industry standards for radio broadcasting/podcasting.
- Along with vocals, the RE20 is regularly used for kick drums, floor toms, bass guitars and brass (trumpets, trombones, etc), as well as many others.
Audio Technica AT899 Lavalier Mic set (condenser – can use battery or phantom power)
- The AT899 kit includes a clip on mic and can be used for presentations, lectures and tv interviews with great results. It can also be used for live vocal performances and studio recordings.
AKG c414xls (condenser)
- The c414 can be used for recording anything acoustic! It is great on vocals, guitar, strings – most anything you can think of.
- It is popularly used in stereo pair with multiple polar patterns for a variety of mic setups (X/Y, ORTF, AB, Mid-side, etc), depending on the source, which makes it great for large groups, choirs and ensembles.
- Turn the attenuation down and put it in front of a cranked amplifier to capture great guitar tones.
- It is also a solid choice for drum kit overheads.
AKG c214 (condenser)
- The c214 is the little brother to the c414 and has many overlapping uses – including recording any acoustic sources, choirs and ensembles, guitar amplifiers and drums.
AKG C1000s (condenser – use 48v phantom OR battery)
- The C1000s is a good live or recording mic with a variety of uses including recording vocals, acoustic instruments and well as sound reinforcement on stage.
- It is especially good on sharp (transients) sounds like percussion.
AKG C3000 (condenser)
- The C3000 has been a popular studio microphone for years and is used mainly for recording lead vocals and instruments.
- It can also be used for room/ambient micing as well as broadcasting.
AKG Perception 820 tube (TUBE condenser – no need for 48v phantom power)
- The Perception 820 is a tube microphone which adds its own 'flavor' to the sources – mainly used vocal recordings – like other tube microphones, it delivers a warm, 'classic' smooth sound.
- It can also add that warm tube sound to acoustic and electric instrument recording.
- As with other tube microphones, care should be taken with high SPL sources (guitar amps, drums, etc) because it is a more delicate microphone and can be damaged more easily.
Neumann TLM49 (condenser)
- As with many studios around the world, the Neumann microphones are among the 'jewels' of the studio. Neumann manufactures high-end great quality condenser microphones that can be used with many sources. The TLM49 is mainly used to record vocals.
- It can, of course, be used for recording acoustic instruments and broadcasting applications.
Shure KSM141 – Stereo Pair (condenser)
- The KSM141s are small diaphragm "pencil" condenser microphones that give crisp clear high frequencies.
- They can be used individually to record acoustic or solo instruments.
- Use in stereo pair for recording drum overheads (can handle high SPLs), choirs, ensembles stereo micing acoustic guitar, piano, etc
Audio Technica AT4041 Stereo Pair (condenser)
- The AT4041s are very similar in application as the KSM141s.
- They can handle high Sound Pressure Levels, which makes them great for close micing percussion – snare drums, toms, timbales, and more!
Shure PGDMK6 Drum Mic Kit (combination – dynamic & condenser)
- This drum mic kit has just about everything you'll need to mic up your entire drum kit, including drum mic mounts so you don't have to worry about mic stands for the snare and toms.
- You can use the full kit for a drum kit or percussion arrays, or use individual mics for other sources. For example, you can use the kick drum mic on a bass guitar cabinet or other low frequency sources.
- The kit contains two small diaphragm condenser "pencil" mics for use as a stereo pair overhead set, but can also be used on individual parts of the kit such as close micing the hi-hat or cymbals.
*Basic description of Microphone types:
- Dynamic – These mics are essentially electromagnets using a thick diaphragm wrapped in copper wire. Because of this, dynamic mics are generally able to stand up to a fair amount of abuse. They can also handle loud sound sources. Dynamic mics don't require their own power and are able to be used with a large variety of equipment – from small battery powered handheld recording devices to consumer mixing boards to the largest studio consoles. Also, these mics tend to be less expensive (with few exceptions). However, these mics tend to have a slightly constricted frequency range when compared to other types of microphones.
- Condenser – These mics are also known as capacitor mics. Most are of a solid-state electronic construction. They pick up signal by detecting the change in movement between an extremely thin diaphragm, coated in nickel or gold, and a stationary conductive back plate. Because of the energy required, these microphones need an external power source. Most commonly, they use 'Phantom Power' or 48v power which is typically supplied by a mixer, interface or stand-alone power supply unit. In some cases, these microphones are able to take batteries (AA, 9V and others); in those cases, they will almost always accept phantom power as an alternative. Condenser microphones are much more sensitive to movement which makes them more fragile and less common in live situations. Condenser mics typically have a wider, more uniform frequency response which makes them perfect for detailed recording of vocals and acoustic instruments in controlled recording environments. Because of their construction and their performance, condenser mics are typically more expensive than dynamic mics.
- Tube – These mics are condenser mics that replace the transistors with tubes which can produce harmonics that sound very warm and musical. This is despite the fact that they tend to have more total harmonic distortion than solid-state models. Because the power required is much more than a normal condenser mic, tube mics use their own specific power supply and do not otherwise need 48v phantom power. Tube mics are generally more expensive than dynamic or solid state condenser mics and, because of their construction and addition of tube components, are more fragile and require a much more gentle hand than dynamic mics.


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PE and School Sport CPD
Utilising the Sport Premium to up-skill teachers and boost confidence when delivering PE
Based on the needs identified by our Primary and Secondary Schools, the Partnership runs different CPD opportunities which run alongside the Countywide offer throughout the academic year.
For more information about courses that are currently running in the Partnership and across the county, please click here.
School CPD Request
As a School Sport Partnership, we aim to bridge the gap between National Governing Bodies of Sport and local Primary and Secondary Schools.
We aim to use this relationship to provide CPD based on the needs of our schools.
If your school has a particular CPD request, please fill in the following details and the SSP will liaise with you as to when upcoming training may be occurring.


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Bush: 'Miss Me Yet?' — Dennis Kucinich: 'Yes'
**Written by Doug Powers
To say that Kucinich longs for the days of George W. Bush would be a wild over statement — after all, Kucinich wanted to impeach him — but maybe it's not a stretch to say Dennis appreciated that Bush was more constitutionally considerate than the current president on the issue of congressional authorization for a conflict:
Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) on Thursday ripped President Obama while giving credit to former President George W. Bush for asking Congress to authorize the war in Iraq.
The anti-war Democrat, criticizing Obama's handling of the conflict in Libya, noted that Bush formally consulted Congress on the Iraq war in 2002.
"President Bush came to Congress…President Obama doesn't feel like he needs to come to Congress," Kucinich said during an interview on C-SPAN's "Washington Journal" program. Kucinich pointed out he was strongly opposed to the Iraq war.
Along with other lawmakers, Kucinich this week filed a lawsuit against the Obama administration on the Libyan conflict, claiming the president violated the law by not securing congressional approval.
If he's not careful, one of these mornings Dennis might wake up next to an olive pit.
**Written by Doug Powers
Twitter @ThePowersThatBe
Dennis Kucinich Wonders Why Missile Strikes Aren't Impeachable Offenses
March 20, 2011 11:40 AM by Doug Powers
Dennis Kucinich Files Lawsuit Against Congressional Cafeteria
January 26, 2011 02:45 PM by Doug Powers
Crazy Denny K swings his impeachment noose again; Wexler mob wants McClellan to testify
June 9, 2008 08:41 PM by Michelle Malkin
Which way, Denny K? Update: DK survives
March 4, 2008 07:54 PM by Michelle Malkin
The BDS brats in Brattleboro…and Denny K's postponement
January 30, 2008 10:52 AM by Michelle Malkin
Categories: Dennis Kucinich, Impeachment


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With so many uber-talented makeup artists on staff, how could we resist tempting our clients with some Halloween makeup tricks and treats? Whether you're heading to a Halloween party, passing out candy to the neighborhood kids, or going trick-or-treating yourself, any of our frightfully ghoulish looks will ... [Read More]
Beach Bag Beauty Must Haves
Summer is here and so are the relaxing beach days and lively pool parties that come along with it. We've rounded up some beach bag beauty must haves to help protect your pretty complexion from sun damage while you're basking in the summer sunshine. Sunscreen As obvious as this seems, remember it's important to ... [Read More]
What's In Your Makeup Bag? What Our Makeup Artists Use
Makeup artists work their magic on clients everyday but what are their tried and true beauty must haves that define their look and set up a permanent residence in their makeup bags? Read on to learn more about our two Makeup Artists, Shalyn and Andria. ... [Read More]
Get Glowing For Summer: Bronzer Lesson
Ever wonder how to apply bronzer to achieve that gorgeous glowy complexion that comes so easily to the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Jessica Biel? Learn which colors are right for you with a complimentary 30 minute summer bronzing lesson with our newest Prettyologist, Andria. To reserve your Get Glowing appointment you ... [Read More]
Spring Makeup Looks for 2014!
Learn how to get these trendy, wearable and flattering spring looks below that we debuted at our Pretty Bash. Weather you want to try the orange lip look, find a perfect day to night pallet, learn how to achieve that "natural" summer glow, or take it up a notch for a night on the town, each look is great for any skin ... [Read More]
Spring Makeup Look: Violet Vamp
Inspired by singer Lorde, these purple shades pack a feminine punch for a fun night out. ... [Read More]
Spring Makeup Look: Pretty Poppy
Pretty Poppy is just what the makeup minimalist is looking for when she wants to add that something extra to her everyday look. *Line top lash line with black eyeliner from inner corner to outer corner…keeping a thin line. Adding mascara to give your lashes a full look. * Apply Mellow blush starting at the middle ... [Read More]
Spring Makeup Look: Lavender Love
When you want to add a little romance to your everyday look try Lavender Love to carry you from the office to happy hour this season. ... [Read More]
Spring Makeup Look: Beachy Bronze
This is for the tan lover who wants that healthy "beachy" glow without the damage that goes along with those harmful UV rays. Try this out for your next barbecue or while browsing for great finds at the local vintage market. ... [Read More]
Valentine's Day Beauty Must Haves
Valentine's Day is almost here! What better reason to show yourself some love and look extra gorgeous for whatever your night brings with these beauty must-haves. 1. Coconut Oil. This is an amazing natural hydrator for your skin that can be found in grocery stores like Whole Foods. This great multi-tasker ... [Read More]


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In the past week I've visited a lovely writers' group in Drogheda and taught a crime-writing workshop in a converted church, and at both events I brought along my plotting poster for the third and final draft of Distress Signals. Its four different coloured sheets of A4 card taped together at the creases, one for each part (Act I, Act II Part 1, Act II Part 2, Act III), and each one is covered in Post-Its, scribbles, reminders, instructions and scene summaries. You might have seen pictures of it on this blog before. Whenever I unfold it in a room of writers, it always gets greeted with the same noise: a collective Oooh. I don't know if it's because people are impressed, or terrified, or wondering how I ever actually wrote the book seeing as I spent so much time messing around with sticky notes and marker pens.
There's less than a fortnight to go now to our Inspiration Project presents Refreshers Week event here in Dublin and this morning I thought I should post a short video of my messy, sprawling master plan and then the small, neat, lovely book that was the eventual product of it. The tutorial I'm teaching on the day, The Dreaded Synopsis, should help bridge the gap – and that's what I was going to say when I posted the video.
Except I started thinking that, actually, the book started with an article in the Guardian's Weekend magazine, and there was a lot of coffee involved, and a number of drafts…
And then, well, let's just say I got a bit carried away.
So here is everything you need to get published, or how I got from dream to Dagger award. (Spot my plotting poster.) Enjoy! A handful of tickets are still available for our Inspiration Project event. You can find out more here.
(Okay, so yes, I am blogging again after a six month break. But-but-but… I'm finally done with college and the worst part of Book 3, i.e. the first draft, is done too, so hopefully it won't be another six months before I blog again.)


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God has wired us for something great---not for ourselves, but for Him. --Pastor RobMother's Day is approaching and with it comes thoughts of my mom, who I just saw, and wish I could celebrate with her. I also think of the babies that made me a mother and the great young adults, and one 13 year old, they have become. So much can be said about mothering. Books, articles and songs have been written about motherhood. Sermons have been preached with examples of biblical mothers and the famous Proverbs 31 woman. It' no secret, I love God's Word and the men and women who have gone before me to show me how to live and follow Jesus. His Word is... my life. Yes, Titus 2:3-5 reminds us of what kind of woman to be and what the older women(I think I'm in that category now). My role models are not sitting in the pew next to me, they are not the ones who seem to have their 'act together,' or the perfect women we see on glossy magazine covers while we wait in the grocery checkout as our 3 and 5 year olds
Wired for Him
May 10, 2013


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Tolerance and Submission
In preparation for my study abroad journey to Amsterdam this summer, I will be posting on topics relevant to the trip, specifically looking at Dutch culture and pragmatic tolerance. This marks the first post in a series of what I hope to be many.
A viewing of Submission, a short film written by Ayaan Hirsi Ali and directed by Theo van Gogh, evokes many responses. The film, while not very artistically stimulating, details the story of a young Muslim woman who was married by her parents through arranged marriage to a man she felt no attachment to. She elaborates, in an inquisitive prayer to Allah, explaining how she had loved in secret prior to the marriage, and is now subject to beatings by her husband and rape by her uncle. While attributing her tolerance to the trust required by Islam, she cannot help but feel alone – upon seeking help from her parents, she is told not to challenge the honor of her relatives.
Critics of this film challenge it as provocative, polarizing, insulting, and misrepresentative of Islam. In fact, Theo van Gogh was murdered months after Submission's release in 2004, and a letter pinned to his body expressed anger at Hirsi Ali's views against Islam. While this film is surely clear in its feelings regarding the trust called for by the Qur'an, the film transcends Islam, highlighting the problem of domestic abuse and cultural excuses for oppressive societal structures – these are visible throughout society, and are not problems faced only in the Islamic world.
On the other hand, Andrew Stuttaford at the National Review attributes this murder to the Dutch's tolerant practices:
Mass immigration, of course, played a part in creating the social pathologies that cost Van Gogh his life, but its effects were exacerbated by official Holland's embrace of multiculturalism, a dogma that made integration impossible and alienation a certainty.
I don't believe that tolerance carries the certain result of a polarized society. In order for a society to cultivate and be tolerant of a plurality of ideas, it must recognize the point at which one's personal freedoms are encroached by another and intervene to allow for that system of pragmatic tolerance to thrive.


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I've experienced two unusual traffic situations two days in a row. Yesterday it was a Ford and today is was a Jeep.
To your left is the culprit in yesterday's massive traffic jam in Dale, Texas. He/she is considered a fugitive and is thought to be armed (or is it legged?) and dangerously green. Also, deceivingly slow and about the size of a large turkey platter. Significant markings include pond scum in the shape of the Ralph Lauren Polo Pony on rear quarters and a tongue stud. A reward is being offered for any information leading to its ultimate live capture and/or creative use of its remains in a bisque.
The other traffic incident occurred today near Driftwood, TX. Home of "Salt Lick" BBQ!
I had just passed the restaurant and was seriously wishing I had followed my instincts and grabbed some take-out ribs. They would have been perfect to gnaw on while I waited 25 minutes for the police to clear the accident. You would think someone would have been injured but their was no ambulance and I was second on the scene. I think the driver is the guy in the freshly pressed white T-shirt and Luv's Truck Stop cap. Hands on hips as if saying,
"Swear ta God, that river weren't there a minute ago."
My advice is try waiting to chug your lite beer until AFTER you cleared the curve next time! And honestly, I don't know how he survived…maybe the bag of pork rinds in his lap softened the impact.
Looking forward to what tomorrow brings. Maybe I'll get lucky and bag a nice buck, legally, out-of-season!


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Disable/Enable Lock Workstation Functionality (Windows + L)
Using the Windows+L keys together will lock your workstation running Windows 7, XP or Vista. Did you realize that you can also disable this function?
Follow the steps below to accomplish the task:
1. Click Start--> Type REGEDIT in search
2. In the registry editor navigate to the below key.
3. On the right-hand side, create a new DWORD 32-bit value named DisableLockWorkstation and give it one of these values:
1 – Disable Lock Workstation
0 – Enable Lock Workstation
The changes should be immediate, no need to restart the machine.


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Most people are struck with lower back pain at one point or another in their lives, and depending on the severity, it can have a debilitating impact on the patient's daily routine. There is no 'quick fix' for persistent pain, but there are certain things you can do to speed up the recovery process. At Achilles Physio, we've outlined our tried and tested top tips to a timely recovery below.
Don't Put More Strain On The Back
One of the worst things you can do when you have a back problem is to put more strain on it by acting like it's not an issue. All you're going to do in that case is aggravate the injury and make it last longer, which is then going to impact your health further. For a speedy recovery, it is advised that you try and avoid doing anything which will put more pressure on the lower back until the pain has lifted.
Visit A Physiotherapist
One of the fastest ways to ensure a return to health is a physio session. At Achilles Physio, our highly-trained physiotherapists can assess your injury and advise you on the best way to recover from your back problems. You can explore our range of treatments and make an initial booking with our friendly North East-based team by clicking here.
Apply Ice And Heat Regularly
Sometimes lower back pain is caused by inflammation and swelling. What you'll need to do to speed up the recovery is to put ice on the injury to reduce the swelling, and then heat to stimulate the recovery of the affected areas. It is recommended that you set ice on the injury for the first few days, and then when the pain has lessened slightly, you can add the heat to speed up the recovery process. As well as making your recovery faster, this will also help to ease the discomfort you'll feel.
Overall, these are just a few tips for ensuring your speedy recovery when you've developed a pain in the lower back. We understand more than most that pain in that area can be problematic especially for those leading a busy lifestyle, but our top tip overall is to simply take it easy and consult with one of our highly-trained professionals to minimise disruption and get you back on track and fighting fit in no time.