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The quarterback dominoes starting falling earlier than expected Tuesday with the news that Alex Smith will be traded to the Washington Redskins and sign a four-year contract extension worth $94 million, including $71 million in guarantees.
But even though Smith and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees share the same agent, Tom Condon, don't expect their contracts to look the same.
And definitely don't expect Brees' next contract to look anything like whatever megadeal Kirk Cousins winds up signing or whatever extensions Aaron Rodgers and Matt Ryan eventually sign, among others.
Brees might get a bigger average salary than Smith's reported $23.25 million per year but won't get anywhere near the amount of guaranteed money Smith will.
The Saints have made it clear that they only want to pay Brees one year at a time now that he is 39 years old. And Brees has been willing to play ball.
Two years ago, Brees settled for a one-year, $24.25 million extension when he was heading into the final year of his deal. Last year, Brees and the Saints didn't even talk about an extension and allowed his contract to run out.
There is no reason to expect things to change now. If Brees didn't demand long-term security when he was 37 or 38 years old, why would he suddenly demand it now?
And if he didn't threaten to leave when the Saints were 7-9 three seasons in a row, why would he threaten to leave now that the Saints have built a championship-caliber defense, offensive line and run game around him?
Brees' willingness to get paid one year at a time is his version of the Tom Brady "hometown" discount that so many fans have been hoping he would accept later in his career.
Things would be different if Brees threatened to hit the open market and make the Saints bid against several other teams desperate for a quarterback. But he hasn't done that. He has repeatedly insisted that he doesn't want to play anywhere else and wants to get a deal done with New Orleans before free agency begins in March.
I know what you're thinking -- players and coaches say that all the time. But Brees has backed up his words with actions during the last two years.
Meanwhile, the Saints' thinking is pretty obvious. They don't want to guarantee Brees' salary into his 40s because of the possibility of injury or a sudden drop-off in performance. They already have a "dead money" hit of $18 million scheduled to hit their books whenever Brees' contract expires (which they planned -- assuming that whatever young quarterback follows him will still be on a rookie contract whenever that time comes). But they don't want to wind up adding to that dead money if his career ends earlier than expected.
The Saints have not yet found Brees' future replacement, though. And they have been willing to pay fair market value for Brees on an annual basis without demanding that he take less out of loyalty. So I expect either a one- or two-year deal worth around $25 million per year. If the Saints guarantee more than $25 million, it won't be a lot more.
It would be fascinating to see what the Saints would do if Brees demanded $70 million-plus in guaranteed money -- or even half of that amount. Would they really consider letting the greatest player in franchise history walk with no backup plan in place yet?
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Adapting packaging lines, implementing a new anti-tampering system, a 2D data matrix with a unique serial number, software adjustments, efficiency loss because of slowed production, and costs related to data exchange between European and national data banks. These terms probably sound dreadfully familiar to those involved in serialization.
Falsified medicines can easily be confused with their authentic counterparts but may contain ingredients of bad or toxic quality, or in the wrong dosage; posing a very real risk to patients. This threat to global health is answered by a comprehensive strategy both at a European and international level in the form of serialization. The EU Directive: 2011/62/EU aka Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD) is intended to prevent the entry into the legal supply chain of falsified medicinal products; thus creating a safer environment for patients.
The basic set-up is the following:
The scheme below gives a broad overview of how the system is designed.
Obviously, nothing is free and to no one's surprise, the current hot topic is the price of medicines, which is bound to rise. The European Commission has already carried out an impact analysis in 2015 (Ecorys) to determine the effect of FMD on the price of drugs. They estimated a rise of up to 3 euro cents per packaging in general (so no differentiation between innovative drugs or generics etc.)
Other reports show significantly differing numbers like a report from
As for the manufacturing companies that will be affected, the organization 'Medicines for Europe' has estimated that updating packaging and production lines will cost the average company 5 million with an additional 2 million annually for running and maintenance costs. According to their calculations serialization will cost the entire pharma industry 5 billion to update packaging and production lines and also 90 million the implement the EMVS accompanied with an equal amount annually to keep it up and running.
These additional costs that companies will be facing can vary to a great extent as they depend on factors like:
Also, depending on total revenue, the number of products, and their presentations, FMD costs will vary per manufacturer. Especially for companies with relatively low volumes and/or low margins in a relatively small medicines market, costs will be 'higher' due to the vigorous investments (which have no guarantee of any possible payback). For instance, this will put a lot of pressure on generics and small scale companies, which may consequently choose to discontinue certain products or worse.
The intended result of increased patient safety will be paired with significant costs in any case and may even be too much to handle for some of the smaller companies. But how much exactly? Based on our experience we've come up with a calculation tool which should give you some insight into the ballpark figure to help you prepare.
So, now you may have a ballpark figure, but what's next? Preparing a business case, funding and actually getting started are the logical next steps. It might be helpful to consider using Lean Six Sigma as a methodology, this approach offers various tools that are well-suited for projects like these. And though compliance with the FMD is the primary objective you may very well be able to
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Solar is becoming a desirable energy option in the energy mix, thanks to falling costs, making it cost competitive with fossil fuels. Last year, US capacity grew 95% in 2016 with 14.62GW of new capacity added.
Commercial installations have increased since 2012 from 300MW to 1 GW
Many businesses are beginning to see the possibilities of going solar. , and represents 16% of all US non-utility-scale, non-residential solar PV capacity.
While large companies like Target, Walmart, and Microsoft invest in solar PV, the question remains, especially for small businesses who are on the fence, is it worth the investment?
Advantages of Solar PV
There are many benefits of investing in solar power as an electricity source. One advantage for business investment in solar is having the peace of mind that energy costs will be the same, while limiting volatility of energy prices.
On average, before going solar, businesses paid $1,950 monthly for electricity. Once companies add solar, they noticed a 75 % decreasedin their bills to $517/month. This provides a monthly savings of $1,433, or $17,146 in yearly costs. It takes 3-7 years for companies to pay the startup costs while ensuring a generation of free, clean electricity (25-35 years), and minimal maintenance costs (examples include wiring maintenance, monitoring, or if the inverter does not communicate). Business owners get tremendous savings while looking to reallocate those funds to grow their business.
Once solar is installed, future energy price volatility can be reduced.
In recent years, there have been improved solar financing options to entice commercial enterprises and consumers to go solar to reduce their energy costs, and use a clean electricity source.
Created under the 2005 Energy Policy Act, The Federal government offers the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC). Businesses receive a 30% tax credit when they install a solar system up front.
Power Purchase Agreements (PPA's) provide another option for businesses who may not be able to afford the upfront costs of a solar rooftop system.
Businesses who also install solar are more likely to build goodwill capital among customers.
Companies are showing customers that they are taking the lead in the fight against climate change by installing rooftop solar, to reduce carbon emissions, which is the largest green house emitter fueling global warming. Solar power has offset 37 million metric tons of carbon emissions.
By installing solar, businesses are also supporting the local economy, as residents do the installations. Greater demand is created, while increasing the higher quality of paying jobs in the local area.
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As solar provides significant benefits as mentioned, there are some challenges business owners need to review before going ahead with adding solar.
Solar may not work for every roof top because older materials on roofs may provide some concerns with installers. Meanwhile, roof decks and other additions on apartment buildings can increase the cost of solar installation, However, this will not be a future barrier for the future as solar power continues its evolution.
Solar may not also be a good fit for those businesses who are planning a move within the short-term. Analysts suggest an average payback period is 7.5 years on a solar system.
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With the opportunity to save money, hedge against price volatility, build goodwill capital with customers by reducing carbon emissions, and supporting the local economy, going solar for businesses can be a bright, sunny investment.


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Digital Privacy in the Marketplace
by George Milne
Publisher: Business Expert Press
Release Date: January 2015
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Digital Privacy in the Marketplace focuses on the data ex-changes between marketers and consumers, with special ttention to the privacy challenges that are brought about by new information technologies. The purpose of this book is to provide a background source to help the reader think more deeply about the impact of privacy issues on both consumers and marketers. It covers topics such as: why privacy is needed, the technological, historical and academic theories of privacy, how market exchange af-fects privacy, what are the privacy harms and protections available, and what is the likely future of privacy.
Table of Contents
Half Title Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Chapter 1 The Information Environment and the Privacy Problem
Chapter Overview
The Information Environment
Technology Is Facilitating Information Exchange
What They Know
The Privacy Problem
Chapter Summary
Chapter 2 Why Privacy Is Needed
Chapter Overview
The Death of Privacy?
Toward a Redefinition of Privacy and New Behaviors
Why Consumers Want/Need Privacy
Protected Communication in Relationships
Why Businesses Want/Need Privacy?
Chapter Summary
Chapter 3 Perspectives of Privacy: Technology History and Academic Theories
Chapter Overview
A Brief History of Privacy and Technology
Academic Theories
Privacy Boundary Theories
The Privacy-Marketing Cost-Benefit Exchange and Contingencies
Chapter Summary
Chapter 4 Information Exchange and Privacy in the Marketplace
Chapter Overview
Conceptual Model of Factors Affecting Information Exchange
Marketing and Exchange Theory
Information Exchange
Social Contracts for Information Exchanges
Technology and Information Context
Marketer Background Factors
Consumer Background Factors
Chapter 5 Information Based Privacy Harms
Chapter Overview
Information Sensitivities and Perceived Risks
The Perceived Risk of Different Information Types
Information Harms in Exchange
Harms from Information Collection
Harms from Information Processing
Harms from Intrusions
Harms from Information Sharing
Harms from Specific Technologies
Chapter Summary
Chapter 6 Forms of Protection
Chapter Overview
Externally Focused Legal and Suggested Self-regulatory Approaches
The Fair Credit Reporting Act
Communication Laws
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
Gramm Leach Bliley Act and Privacy Notices
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
The FTC and U.S. Regulatory Enforcement
Privacy by Design
EU Directive and Global Perspective
Businesses and Consumers Actions to Protect Consumer Information Privacy
Technologies (EPIC Online Guide to Practical Privacy Tools n.d.)
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Chapter 7 The Future of Privacy
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The Technological Future
Benefits of Future Technologies
Risks of Future Technologies
The Theory of Creepy
Cohort Effect on the Future of Privacy and the Perception of Creepy
Erosion of Privacy
Loss of Anonymity
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Despite Divorce, Tigers Couple Continues Their Opening Day Tradition (Video)
There's an old expression that goes something like this: "If you love something, let it go. If it returns, it was meant to be, and if it doesn't, keep going to baseball games together anyway."
I never really knew what this saying meant, but I do now, thanks to a couple that was caught on camera during the Detroit Tigers' Opening Day festivities yesterday.
The couple (I think their names are Tito and Alexandria, but the audio in the video is a little spotty), met at Comerica Park on Opening Day several years ago, and according to the story they gave Tigers reporter Shannon Hogan, they've continued to do so every year since, even though they've gone through a divorce.
Whether the story is true or just a prank, the result makes for a pretty hilarious and awkward interview either way. You can watch it for yourself below. And if you have an ex-wife or ex-husband out there somewhere, why not give them a call and take them to a ballgame?
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Overview of Chapter 6
Chapter 6 of the walkthrough of Tales of Berseria covers the last leg of Velvet and her party's journey back to the Saviour's Throne where Artorius' goal of purifying the world is only inches from his grasp. Can the heroes make it in time to stop him?
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Before setting out for Saviour's Throne, make sure your party is well-equipped and stocked with as much healing items as you can bring. Then, make your way to Saviour's Throne.
When you arrive there, climb up the grand staircase and make your way to the gold star where a cutscene will begin. Afterwards, proceed to the ray of light ahead.
Once you arrive at the next area, walk around and head for the lower west section to obtain some Katspi. After that, go to the northern section and look for a weird symbol, then head for the warp point in the middle of the area.
After you warp to the new area, there will be a save point where the road runs to a fork. Head for the warp on the north section. From there, make for the path to the north and make a right. You will find a chest that contains a Soul Bottle. Then, return to the previous area and head east, then jump to the other side. Make a jump again to where the path stops, then make your way east by going down the slope. Then, proceed to the south warp point. Examine the orb that's floating to obtain a Twilight Spirit Ball. Behind it will be a chest that contains a Shark Bottle. Return to the previous area, then make a hard north to a weird symbol again to warp to the next area.
In the next area, continue making your way up until you reach the highest level, slicing through east as you go along. Make a jump to the west to another weird symbol that allows you to use the warp point on the lower area. Afterwards, proceed east to obtain a Crimson Dawn Spirit Ball, then use the warp point to the north. In the next area, go west and look for a warp point that's not working, and at the back of it, a monument. Then, head back to where the save point was (where the forked path was) and go to the warp point on the right marked red on the map.
Trudge along the path that goes spiraling and make your way to an alcove in the north. You can open a Katz Box in the area for 410 Katspi to obtain a Katz and Thick Eyebrows. Then, follow the path again, this time to an alcove in the south. Open the chest there to get a Melon Gel, then make for the door to at the end to go to the next area. A cutscene will play. Afterwards, make for the next door ahead. You will then arrive at an intersection of four paths.
Proceed to the path at the south and make your way back in the purple draped part of the map. Make a hard trudge south until you come to a red crystal that you need to destroy. It will make a path for you to cross. Then, head south until you come to an area with the Rareboard Data. Take it, then proceed north and go inside the door in the middle.
Once inside, head north, then use the Rareboard to make it across. Grab the Katspi as well as the White Moon Spirit Ball. Then, use the Rareboard again to make it across to the path on the south. There, you can grab a Melon Gel and Purification weapon. Return to the intersection and this time, proceed west and use the Rareboard again to grab some Katspi and Helmut Schmitt that will be inside a chest. Afterwards, return to the intersection once more.
Once at the intersection, you can use one of the Spirit Balls into one of the monuments (the one at the north). You can then use the red-colored war point to engage an optional enemy.
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Head back to the map before the area with the Katz Box. From there, use the point warp in the southwest, then proceed up to an area that you need to use the Rareboard to cross to an area that has some Katspi. Then, use the point warp nearby. You will come an area with more Katspi and a Soul Bottle found inside a chest to the north. Use the point warp to the north, then use one of the stones on the monument. This will turn on the yellow point warp which you can go to to face another optional enemy.
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Return to the section where you found the chest, then take the warp point at the south to return to the area with the save point and go back to the area where you obtained the Rareboard Data. From there, proceed south, then drop down the opening for the Sky Green Spirit Ball. Run to the path ahead and destroy the purple crystal to create another path, then go down the hole there. In the next area, grab the Inofle Bottle inside the chest, then jump down the other opening to return to the area with the save point.
From there, make your way east and use the lower point warp, then make a hard trudge to the northwest to a path that was activated when you destroyed the purple crystal. You will find a chest that contains a Soul Bottle here. Then, head back to the section before you found the Katz Box. From there, proceed to the warp point in the southeast. Once in the next area, make jump to the west side towards the weird symbol and another monument. You can use a spirit ball here to use warp point to fight another optional enemy.
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|Criminal Avenger
Head back to the room where you got the Rareboard Data once more, then make your way south and to the door next to the opening below. Use the Rareboard and head for the door ahead, then look for a chest that contains the Mythril Blade. Afterwards, head for the Rareboard Data room again.
From there, proceed east using the bridge and to the door ahead where a conversation will begin. You will eventually come to another intersection of four roads. Make for the monument, then use another spirit ball to face another optional enemy.
|Enemy Name
|Goddess of Revenge
|Normal, Earth
Make for the intersection again. From there, head west and to a door. In the next area, proceed east until you come up to another red crystal that you can destroy to activate another path. Return to the previous section on the west and look for a chest that contains an Elixir. Then, make your way north, and then east where you will find the Azure Spirit Ball. Afterwards, go to the door north from there, then go east. You will find the Purple Cloud Spirit Ball here, and to the west is the Wicked Shadow Knife inside a chest.
Then, make your way back to the intersection (with the white symbol). From there, proceed east until you come to a door. You can then use the Purple Cloud Spirit here to warp to another enemy.
|Enemy Name
|God of Death Slanderer
|Normal, Fire
Head back to the area where the first red crystal was destroyed (with the save point). There, you can use the Blue Spirit Ball to fight another optional enemy.
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Return to the area where the Blue Spirit Ball was located and from there, proceed to the warp point in the west. There will be another crystal to destroy there. Once you have destroyed it, walk to the bridge until you come up to a save point. From there, trudge east, then to the south section to obtain a Melon Gel, and then a forked path that descends for another one. Finally, go back to the save point and proceed to the warp point north. A cutscene will play. Then, proceed up the set of stairs to finally do battle with Artorius and Innominat. Be prepared as you will be facing them together.
Boss: Artorius and Innominat
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After defeating them, the final phase of the battle will begin.
Boss: Kamui Artorius
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|Water, Earth
|Fire, Wind
After a well-fought and challenging battle, Artorious wil fall. From here on, just enjoy the final scenes of the game. You will also be able to continue on from clearing the main storyline on this save file.
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G Jones who is a Ghanaian but has spent most of his life in Ireland is currently in Ghana to promote his new song Agoro.
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Why should I get my eyes checked?
Preventive Eye Care will ensure you and your family have good vision throughout Life. Many eye conditions affect people in all stages of life, even childhood. Early detection and treatment of eye problems and diseases can help ensure a lifetime of good vision. If poor vision can't be improved, you can still enjoy an active lifestyle by using low vision rehabilitation resources.
How will I know when to get my eyes checked?
Generally, everyone should get their eyes checked every one to two years. You would also need to get screened if you are experiencing any of these eye problems or visual changes such as:
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What is Glaucoma & how do I prevent it?
Glaucoma is a disease caused by a build-up of fluid in the eye that puts pressure on the optic nerve, causing vision loss. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the United States today! It is not preventable or curable, but the progress of the disease can be slowed with early detection. Glaucoma develops gradually and painlessly over time. You may not notice any symptoms for several years! The first symptom you may notice is a slow loss of your peripheral vision — the ability to see things at the sides of your field of vision. Eventually, your whole field of vision may become blurry.
People who are at risk for Glaucoma:
- People over the age of 40
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- People who are very nearsighted
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How does diabetes affect your eyes?
Diabetes causes problems in the retina with what are collectively called micro vascular abnormalities. The small blood vessels develop micro aneurysms and leak blood. New blood vessel growth (neovascularization) occurs. Unfortunately, these blood vessels are weak and also leak. These leaks (hemorrhages) can cause irreversible damage to the retina, with subsequent vision loss.
When should I get my child's vision checked?
Early detection of vision problems helps children learn better in school. Generally children should get their eyes checked right before they enter Kindergarten. In essence you will be asked by the school your child will be attending to submit a School Physical Form that proves that your child has had a physical exam within the last 12 months and meets all of the following school entry requirements.
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- Ages 6 months to 2: Schedule examination with your Family Eye Doctor
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Michael has been busting a move on getting the master bedroom done, focused on getting it finished enough to move into before the baby came.
He succeeded! We moved in when I was 40 weeks pregnant.
Luke arrived 4 days late. It was very considerate of him to delay his arrival by a few days so we could finish things up. Michael even had time to get the crib built...the night before Luke arrived.
There is still stuff to be done in the room, but we are living in it, crib and all! We have a little more ceiling trim to get up {ran out - oops!}, door knobs to change out, paint touch-up in a couple of spots, a curtain rod to hang, curtains to hem, and the master closet to finish.
That's stage 1 of the renovation. Stage 2 will be awhile yet, and will involve expanding the postage-stamp sized master bath into the even smaller walk-in closet, plus putting some can lights in the master bedroom itself. But that's a whole other project.
So, in 3 weeks Michael laid 2/3 of our room's wood floor, feathering in every row, sanded and finished the floor, skim coated, sanded and painted the walls, painted and put up baseboard and ceiling trim, framed out and drywalled a master closet, swapped out all the old outlets and switches for new ones, and lugged all of our stuff back in here. All while watching kids 3 days a week and working at his urban design job 2 days a week.
I married Superman.
Here is the room before:
And after:
I'm really pleased with how open the entry to the room feels. Michael and I were concerned that putting the closet there would make it feel too tight, but it worked out great. The entry and the room still feel huge, and the whole room feels so much brighter with the new paint!
The ceiling is very low in this room. There was the same vaulted beam ceiling above the original room, but when they did the addition they drywalled the ceiling on the old room and the addition so they would look the same. That left us with 7 ft ceilings. We will eventually put in can lighting to address the room's lack of lighting. We carried the same trim, both baseboards and ceiling trim, in from the rest of the house to give a sense of continuity. It helps a bit, though this room is still clearly an addition.
The kids were real troopers while Michael worked on this room. They love to help, so Michael let them skim coat inside the closet:
They had a blast.
Now, we rest. The garage is a bit of a disaster, so we're slowly going through everything in there in hopes of clearing out space to work in the garage. After that, maternity leave will consist of playing with the kids, spending time as a family and finishing up the multitude of projects that we are in the middle of. Hopefully that will include a finished kitchen, finished stage 1 of the master reno, finishing the baseboards in the living room and maybe even painting the exterior of the house!


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Graduation Requirements 畢業條件
Graduation from Global Human Resource Management English MBA Program requires a minimum of 39 credits. Students can choose English-taught courses offered in the College of Management & max. two courses in other Colleges.
Students are required to take the four core management courses, i.e. Financial Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing Management, Productions and Operations Management (selecting a minimum of two courses from the above four). Credits approved by a domestic or foreign university accredited by the Ministry of Education, graded no lower than 75, can be waived by application.
Local students are required to participate in an overseas exchange program, pass no less than two management courses at post-graduate/master level during the exchange, and have a TOEFL score above ibt 79-80 (or IELTS 6) for their English proficiency.
International students from non-English speaking countries are also required to pass a TOEFL score above ibt 79-80 (or IELTS 6) for their English proficiency before graduation.
All international students should reach Chinese proficiency, TOCFL score level 2 (A2) or New HSK score level 2.
Both local students and international students are required to complete a graduation thesis in English, and should pass an oral assessment.
- 學生必須選修管理學院開授的全英語授課課程,才能納入畢業學分;並至少從四門管理課程(財務管理、資訊管理、行銷管理、生產與作業管理)中選修兩門,始得畢業。(入學前若已在教育部認可的國內外大學修習四管課程,且分數不得低於75分,經審核通過者得免修)
- 本國生在學期間應出國交換,且交換期間至少需選修並通過二門研究所管理課程。
- 無論本國生或國際學生,都必須以英文撰寫畢業論文並通過口試始得畢業。
國際學生需通過華語文能力測驗(TOCFL)基礎級(A2)或新漢語水平考試(New HSK)2級。


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High School StoriesNovember 15th, 2010 by Katie & Carmen | Filed under students, Teaching.
We had a bit of excitement in class this week! We invited two of our friends to visit our class and tell our students about what they do for a living.
As usual, we started class by asking students to share their latest sketches in their Moleskine Sketchbooks.
What's your story?
Rachel Abrams started by telling her story. She began with a career in geology, then studied policy and lawmaking before transitioning into her work as a designer. She has a wonderful way of talking about the apparently unrelated events of her life story in a way that makes it logical that each should lead into the next. The girls absolutely adored her, especially her English accent!
Prior to Rachel speaking, we asked the students if they knew what a design strategy consultant does. One of our students, Tessa, brilliantly described the role and we were happy knowing that we had something to do with that.
We asked the students to take notes on post-it notes during the presentations. They were able to create pretty complex little thought sketches during the time they were listening.
Our second guest was Matias Corea, a graphic designer and co-founder of Behance. We were so excited to have Matias join us! He started his story by pointing out everything in the room that has been touched by a designer. He talked about his evolution from being a terrible student, not into math or English or anything else, to transforming into an excellent and motivated individual through design. One of our girls wrote on a note, "He was destined to design." If you have a conversation with Matias, you will immediately see his passion for design. We're so happy he could bring that to our class!
(Special thanks to our guests for speaking, and for being flexible with our lack of technological accommodations!)
During the beginning weeks of Project: Interaction, we discussed ways for the girls to get to know each other. Since we have a mix of 9th and 10th graders, it is likely that the girls don't have classes together throughout the day. We thought it was important to give them an opportunity or two to get to know each other and possibly dispel any assumptions they may have about their fellow classmates. Interviewing seemed like the best activity to do so. So for the remainder of class we randomly paired the girls up and asked them to interview each other using a set of five questions.
If you had a million dollars what would you do with it?
What's the most embarrassing thing that happened to you at school?
What do you want to study in college?
If you had a superhero power what would it be?
Name your most recent act of kindness?
We then asked them to choose the most interesting response and tell a story about it. We encouraged them to tell stories in different ways, and they took our challenge! One student performed a skit, a few drew a comic strip about their story, and one student wrote her story.
At the end of class we asked them to present their ideas, with commentary from our guests. We can definitely see how they girls have improved over each class. They are becoming more confident in their ideas, eager to sketch and draw their thoughts, and have continued to develop their presentation skills. We are so excited to see how far they have come since our first class! It is also always great to see the girls support each other and give positive feedback during these very quick presentations.
Next week we'll be kicking off our final projects with a workshop with Transportation Alternatives. We're really excited to see our students put all their new skills to work!


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NHRA and Shelby Development, LLC Announce Acquisition of National Trail Raceway
The acquisition of the historic National Trail Raceway adds to the existing stable of motorsports assets owned by Shelby Development, LLC., which also includes Heartland Park Topeka, Topeka, Kansas. That property was purchased in December 2015.
"The opportunity to add an additional property allows us to accelerate our growth plans within the industry. We have been aggressive with acquisitions in the past couple of years," notes Payne. "The plan is to continue to improve Heartland Park Topeka while completing the acquisition of National Trail Raceway by identifying and completing specific areas for facility improvements and introducing new event and racing content."
"We're excited that historic National Trail Raceway will be in the hands of an experienced track group committed to continuing to invest in the facility," says Peter Clifford, NHRA president. "Chris Payne and his team have done a great job at Heartland Park and we're looking forward to what they will do at National Trail Raceway, which they'll operate as an NHRA Member Track."
Scott Gardner, President of Heartland Park Topeka will expand his role as the Chief Operating Officer and will oversee the operational staffs of both facilities. "It's important that we approach this opportunity to learn as much as we can about National Trail Raceway, it's staff, racers and sponsors and build a plan to improve on what we have." says Gardner.
National Trail Raceway is situated on 245 acres east of Columbus, Ohio and opened in 1964. The facility has a rich history in drag racing and has featured some of the biggest names in the sport, including Shirley Muldowney, Don Prudomme, Bob Glidden, Tony Schumacher and many more. In 1972 the facility began hosting the NHRA Spring Nationals which continued through 2006.
An aggressive schedule of events continues in 2017 with such events that include but not limited to; the Spectacle of Speed, NMRA Ford Super Nationals, McLaughlin Oil Night of Thunder, Super Chevy Show, Mopar Nationals, the Buckeye Fuel Wars NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Chrysler Power Classic and many more.


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The Music JuiceBox Series made-for-kids program introduces young ears to classical music through fun and explorative performances. MJBS presents Interactive Performances which involve creative music lessons and movement-based activities in intimate assembly-style engagements with Clark County School District fourth- and fifth-graders. Performances will also take place at various community venues including Nathan Adelson Hospice and the Las Vegas Rescue Mission.
Decoda Artists
Catherine Gregory, flute - *Brenton Caldwell, viola - Evan Premo, double bass
*guest artist
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, May 2
Gene Ward Elementary School
Presented for Public Education Foundation's Family Engagement Learning Program, this Interactive Performance (IP) involves both parents and their children, grades K-2.
Wayne Tanaka Elementary School
Wednesday, May 3
Nathan Adelson Hospice
1:30pm Chapel
Las Vegas Rescue Mission
7:30pm Chapel
Thursday, May 4
Marion Callan Elementary School
Friday, May 5
Mabel Hoggard Elementary School
Doral Academy Red Rock Elementary School
Selections from:
François Devienne - Duo for flute & viola in C minor
Glière - Suite for viola & double bass
Villa-Lobos - Assobio a Jato, "The Jet whistle"
Erwin Schulhoff - Concertino for flute, viola & double bass
Bach - Suite in B minor


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Normative Foundations of Scarcity
In my paper of this name (which has been published in Real-World Economics Review, issue no. 61, 26 September 2012, pp. 22-39), I show that the apparently objective concept of scarcity is built on THREE normative assumptions. This argument destroys one of the basic ideas strongly argued in most conventional texts, that economics is a POSITIVE study of facts of our economic existence, and does not involve value judgement. The three normative pillars on which scarcity stands as the fundamental principle of economics are the following:
ONE: Private Property.
This is a cultural norm. For example, the Cherokee constitution states that the lands of the Cherokee Nations shall remain common property. If there is a cultural norm of sharing public resources, then the issue of scarcity would not arise (or at least, would be much less frequent). Anthropologists have shown that there is no starvation in subsistence societies because of strong norms of sharing. If the society as a whole has enough food, then EVERYBODY will get to eat. Note the violent contrast with the private property norm. In conventional economics, the Pareto principle embodies the normative idea that the right to property takes precedence over the right to life. If a poor man is starving, the rich man is NOT obligated to provide for him.
TWO: Consumer Sovereignty
Economists argue the we SHOULD not question consumer preferences as to where they come from and whether they are legitimate. Also, economists argue that we SHOULD design an economic system which fulfills ALL preferences (to the extent possible). Obviously if we differentiate between legitimate demands, and idle desires, scarcity would be much reduced. As Gandhi said, there is enough for everyone's need, but not enough for everyone's greed. The noxious NORMATIVE idea that the right of the super-rich to private jets trumps the right of the poor hungry child to bread is what leads to scarcity becoming the foundation of economics. If we change our norms to advocate and encourage simple lifestyles, and also consider the goal of an economic system to be that of taking care of the NEEDS of ALL, instead of maximizing the wealth of the wealthy. the problem of scarcity would not arise.
THREE: WELFARE Lies in fulfillment of desires
Again this is a normative judgment about the purpose of life, which is taken to be fulfillment of desires. If we really study what makes us happy, we find a lot of surprises. Firstly the Easterlin paradox shows that if try to fulfill all desires, this does not lead to increased happiness. Because the normal level rises, and people judge their welfare relative to the average, this creates a futile rat race. Everybody works hard for increased wealth, but in the end no one is happier. Everybody would be better off if we followed the advice of Sonja Lyubomirsky who has written the "How of Happiness" and The Myths of Happiness — these show that the ancient virtues: kindness to others, gratitude for our blessings, compassion, sympathy, commitment etc. lead to long run happiness. The idea of selfish maximization of personal consumption with complete indifference to others lead to long term misery. The normative preference of the economists for the homo economicus model creates an unhappy and lonely society, for those who buy into these assumptions. See for example Lane: The Loss of Happiness in Market Democracies.
Abandoning these hidden normative commitments of economics, by allowing for more public spaces and common property, creating norms of social responsiblity, and encouraging simple lifestyles would remove scarcity as the central economic problem. I have argued this is much greater detail in the paper cited in the first paragraph.
QUOTE FROM FDR: "But while they prate of economic laws, men and women are starving. We must lay hold of the fact that economic laws are not made by nature. They are made by human beings. "
— Societies CHOOSE the economic laws they live by, according to their normative judgments.


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Bryce Canyon provides an amphitheater of Hoodoos, tall and skinny rock spires rising from the deserts of the Colorado Pleateau. Its stunning overlooks, immersive trails and mirage of colors provide an unforgettable experience to be had nowhere else on Earth.
Agua Canyon
Overlook with unique hoodoo formations and Navajo Mountain serving as the backdrop
Black Birch Canyon
Dramatic overlook on the way to rainbow point featuring rugged canyons covered with Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir and White Fir trees
Bristlecone Loop Trail
1-mile loop trail highlighting bristlecone pine trees, the oldest living organisms on Earth with some up to 1800 years old
Bryce Point
One of the most dramatic overlooks in the park named after Ebenezer Bryce, early pioneer who settled the valley in 1870
Fairyland Point
Less-visited portion of the park that provides an up-close look at the hoo-doos
Natural Bridge
Famous overlook known for its iconic arch created by eroding limestone
Inspiration Point
Steep overlook providing spectacular views of the amphitheater
Navajo Loop Trail
1.4 mile loop trail winding through towering hoo-doos of 'Wall Street' and 'Silent City' *Steep descent at the beginning and steep ascent at the end
Rainbow Point
The highest portion of the park reaching more than 9,000 feet with sweeping views of the entire park and surrounding wildlands of Utah
Rim Trail
The best way to experience Bryce Canyon is by walking its Rim Trail. Can be hiked in any length by starting at any overlook in the amphitheater. The complete trail begins at Fairyland Point and ends 11 miles later at Bryce Point.
Sunrise Point
Beautiful overlook with the Aquarius Plateau as the backdrop
Sunset Point
One of the most-photographed spots in the park
Thor's Hammer
A favorite formation seen from Sunset Point
Yovimpa Point
The other side of Rainbow Point overlooking 'The Grand Staircase' formation


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Is Indonesia next in your bucket list? Do you think place has much more to offer than food and places? Do you know why Sukabumi a popular place in Indonesia? Do you know why people don't forget to visit the place whenever they visit Indonesia? Do you think it's the best place to explore nature? do you think travellers will be satisfied with their journey while discovering the place?
People love to visit a place which is more photogenic so that they can capture the place in their cameras and show the world what they have in their treasure box after coming back from the place. No matter whether you have good photography skills or not you all want to click maximum photos of you with stunning back drop.
Sukabumi is the smallest but the most beautiful, charming place of West Java and the most popular destination of Indonesia. The place offers countless attractions especially nature tourism which will blow your mind. So, it's time to conquer all your curiosity.
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Let's check out some of the impressive places of Sukabumi, Indonesia which are must visit once:
Cibangban Beach
Well beaches are love especially in summers! Cibangban is the most popular beach of Sukabumi so, if you want to spend some quality time with your family and kids then the beach allow you to transform in kids with them and enjoy every moment with them because sometime you just need some time with yourself to understand yourself and open to new and inspirational ideas.
Mountain Situ
The Situ is situated Kadu Dampit. So if you are a photographers or you want to polish your photography skills then this place is a must visit for all travellers. The beautiful green lake and sceneries around it will force you to capture the moment in your camera and cherish it for lifelong. So, plan boat, picnic, fishing and other fun activities for the spot.
Crater Ratu
Well if climbing is your passion, your desire then welcome to Crater Ratu located on Mount Salak. Before you get excited for the adventurous time let me remind you to carry some important things like climbing mount, raincoat, compass, food supply and other necessary equipment for safe and secure travel. So, take your friends and start climbing your dreams.
Goa Buniayu
Have you ever entered a cave? Do you want to experience little adventure? Goa Buniayu is a great cave in Sukabumi but to explore the entire place you have to travel in the cave for 5 long hours and for that your body needs to be healthy and energetic. The place allows you to rock climb, passing of stones, Mud Lake and many more things that will arouse your curiosity to visit the place once again. So, be ready for an unforgettable experience.
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Or how to travel around the world for a year in style, minimalism and function.
After nearly a year of traveling around the world, I have become a self-proclaimed expert on what to wear for extended travel. Ok, not an expert, but I've learned a few things. Believe it or not, it is possible to travel without looking like A) a complete neon, techie tool in zip-off cargo pants, or B) a disgusting hippie vagabond in Thai fishing pants. You also don't need to carry much stuff. The following are the items that I have used every single day, in a wide breadth of scenarios. When choosing what to bring, I focused on this criteria:
- Durability - Items that could withstand a year's beating and still look relatively fresh.
- Fashion - Clothing that could be stylish in a Miami nightclub after a month long road trip through New Zealand.
- Function - Almost everything on this list is highly breathable, quick-drying, vented and/or odor-resistant. I was comfortable from 25°-95°.
- Weight - I needed to keep everything as light and compact as possible. This all passed both those tests. Carry less and wash more often.
- Color - Yes, you may look like a ninja, but everyone in NYC and Paris and Tokyo wears black. And black almost never shows wear.
I have loved this shirt. I've worn it to Michelin Star restaurants in Cannes, my brother's wedding reversal dinner in New Orleans and in 50 MPH winds on the Torres Del Paine trail in Patagonia. It's very durable, keeps its shape and is almost completely wrinkle-free. With the top button snapped, it's sharp. It looks great with a tie. It stays cool on hot days. Given the option between this and a dorky Ex-Officio shirt with a million vents and straps, I'd take this every time. Arc'Teryx is simply the best.
Let me start off by telling you how much I hate zip-off pants. They look like they should come with a Blackberry holster attached to them, and they are generally neither functional as shorts or pants. If you're worried you'll get hot on a hike, throw your shorts in your day bag and change off the trail. These pants by comparison look great and function better. They fit like tailored chinos, they stay cool, dry quickly and have a nice reflective selvedge edge. They stretch a little so they are great for hiking and biking. There's a perfect little pocket that keeps your iPhone and wallet snug and out of the way of pick-pockets. I've worn them to clubs, nice dinners and on long day hikes. Jeans weigh a ton and take forever to dry. You'll love these.
Hurley Boardwalk Shorts (2 Pairs)
Overall, these shorts have been great. I bought two pairs, one in black, one in the charcoal shown. The charcoal showed more wear, but I still use the black ones every day. They work equally well as swim shorts and walking shorts. They don't look like ridiculous Australian frat boy ankle length boardshorts. They dry quickly and stretch a good amount. There's no swim lining if you're into that sort of thing. The only thing I'd change is to have them tailored an inch shorter.
Icebreaker Tech T Lite (2 Shirts)
I REALLY wanted to like these shirts. But they just didn't cut it. First, the good: Nice slim fit, high quality look, dries quick, doesn't smell when dirty, stays warm. The black didn't ever show sweat (and I sweat a lot). The cut is fashionable enough to wear to nice places.
Now the not-so-good: The wool gets hotter than other lightweight materials in high heat. When wet, the merino smells like a wet dog. But the biggest problem is that they start to deteriorate after a few moths of wear. Icebreaker has excellent customer service and they worked hard to replace them for me in Amsterdam. But the replacements were dorky graphic tees and they have fallen apart just as quickly as the originals. At $75 a pop, they simply aren't worth the money.
Adidas Element Refine Tricot
These are some of the best shoes I've ever owned. I started they year with a pair of Nike Roshe Runs and they started to fall apart a week into the trip. I think these look better, they're lighter, breathe better and they clean up really easily. I like the minimal branding. I wore them on hikes over glaciers in Iceland, to music festivals, and out on the town. I was really bummed when they fell apart after about 600 miles of walking because I couldn't find them again in my size. Right now, I'm wearing the Adidas Pure Boost. While I like them, they're much harder to keep clean.
Icebreaker Anatomica Boxers (3 Pairs)
Like the Tech T Shirts, I had high hopes for these. And like the Tech T Shirts, they fell apart way too quickly. I read blog after blog saying they were the best travel underwear money could buy. I hand-washed them in cold water with mild soap and hung dried them every time. Even the pairs that Icebreaker replaced are in shreds. I'm thinking that merino just can't handle the number of washes required to get you around the world for a year. The one benefit )if you can call it that) is that with all the holes, they are quite breathable.
Icebreaker Hike Socks (1 pair) and Stance Supe Invisible Socks (2 Pairs)
My socks have held up great, but socks get lost. I'm on to slightly different pairs at this point, but these two were my favorites. That's probably enough sock talk.
Patagonia Ultralight Down Jacket
If you had to pry one item from my cold dead hands, this would be it. I wear it every day. I wear it on trains and planes and busses. It's my pillow at the beach. It's my blanket when the plane is freezing. I wouldn't call it stylish, but it's not bad with the Lululemon pants. I see a lot of people in lime green and sky blue ones and they look just as out of place on a mountain as they do in a city. Black is passable in more environments and doesn't draw excessive attention to itself as a crunchy neon outdoorsy banner.
HUF Mesh Scout Volley and Havianas
I loved my hat. It was crushable, get wet-able, breathable, light and kept me cool. Then someone stole it from me at a festival. I'm definitely going to order another when I get back home. My Havianas have been great and an absolute must when showering in hostels. Havianas are a bit heavier than other flip flops, but they are super durable.
Nau Deft Jacket
It was on sale, packed down really small and looked better than a thin windbreaker. The cut is good fashion, but it's simply not waterproof enough. I've been incredibly luck this year, and I can probably count the number of rainy days on 2.5 hands. Its soaks through, takes a long time to dry and the fabric isn't breathable at all. In combination with the Patagonia Down Jacket, it does keep me incredibly warm. At less than $100 bucks, I'd say it was a fair deal, but you can find higher performing equipment that looks as good.
Icebreaker Base Layer
Maybe it's because I'm not wearing these nearly as much, but I've had good luck with my Icebreaker merino base layer. It keeps me incredibly warm in my sleeping bag on a cold night and the thermals fit snug under the Lululemon pants and Arc'Teryx shirt for really chilly hikes. I got both cheap at the Icebreaker garage sale and they've served me really well.
Icebreaker Glove Liners and Chase Beanie
The hat has held up better than the gloves, but I really don't use either very often. That's not to say they haven't been needed. It dropped below freezing while camping in Iceland and Patagonia and these helped keep me warm. They are both super light and probably wouldn't handle a ton of moisture. I got both discounted at the Icebreaker garage sale.
*Note that I don't own these pictures. I'll be happy to take them down if you'd like me to.


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Collective Grace
allison tetzlaff
As we go through life, we think we have a roadmap. First high school graduation, then that college degree, followed by the job of our dreams, then the picture-perfect wedding, a quaint starter house for the hubby and new dog, and then the adorable children who listen so well, sitting in my freshly-cleaned, neutral-colored living room giggling while playing Scrabble as the sunshine streams in the open window and I'm kicking my feet up while enjoying a coffee and rela…. who am I kidding?
Ah, yes. Our life's goals.
It's funny that we are asked so often as kids to construct this roadmap and answer the all-important question, "what do you want to be when you grow up?" Are anyone's answers the same now as they were back then?
As an 8-year-old I really thought I wanted to be the next great baker... I would sit in my grandma's kitchen flipping through cookbook after cookbook picking out just the right recipe to try with her. I'd sit in front of the stove and watch the cupcakes start to rise out of the ice cream cones (Did anyone else ever do this... my masterpiece) Then at 18 I was on my way to Iowa State where I set myself up for a career in Fashion Design because after college I'd be moving to NYC to become the next hot clothing designer. As I made these choices, I was always dreaming big and felt like I truly could do whatever I set my heart to.
The years out of college led me through the corporate world of Target... my soul yearned for more challenges and creativity... which pulled me into a small home based home decor company, Julia Knight... where I was reminded of my love for creating, business and the world... then my life shifted to wife... then mom... And this is when those notions of "real jobs" felt entangling and constricting. My brain itched with the thought that there was something more out there. My fingers tingled with the need to be busy making something, anything from my own two hands, and my heart felt pulled into what I would have only years earlier thought of as a too-risky adventure. But I couldn't not do it. My soul was on fire with a need to be creative and to spread inspiration and encouragement in this small pocket of the globe that I call home.
And so in this season of my life, Allison Marie Design was born. You can read about it in this post - 'Be Brave'. I was content, fulfilled, and in love with life, but still kept feeling itchy and fiery and sensed that I needed to do MORE. I couldn't quite understand why, until a dear friend proposed something in 2017. A project that was equally as too-risky as starting AMD… curating and hosting a pop-up shop filled with creative female makers like us. You can read about how that all came about here - 'Dream Big'.
Again, I found that as much as I tried to convince myself that it wasn't possible – that I didn't have the time or the energy or the network to pull it off – I couldn't not do it. This event needed to happen to empower women entrepreneurs and encourage their business ventures. And so, in the short span of two months, Rachel and I pulled together all the female makers we knew and begged them to join our cause. We rented a beautiful storefront in Downtown Lakeville, and we filled that space with gorgeous furniture and handmade goods and hope and love and compassion and support… and prayed that God would lead people to our humble little pop-up.
I recall the night before we opened, thinking to myself… "what if no one shows up?"
The next few days were a whirlwind. When we saw a line of women outside the door for our grand opening 15 minutes early I was humbled and overtaken with gratitude. I felt that helping these entrepreneurs and makers reach their audience was the most professionally empowering thing I had ever done, my soul was at peace and my heart was full. Rachel and I knew that this had to happen again, and almost as soon as the last ornament was down from the Christmas trees in our homes, we started lining up the Collective Grace Spring Pop-Up event.
This spring we have decided to follow God's prompt and walk by faith into a space that is twice the size in Prior Lake, MN. So with that we have had an amazing opportunity to not only fill it with more amazing goodness (which we are doing of course!) We will be using the space to permanently host local stylist Hazel & Blush, there will be a hand lettering workshop hosted by Lauren Ibach (click here to Register), Stamped by Jen will be hand stamping on site, we will have a succulent bar, area for your kiddos to hang out while you shop... and more ideas that are still in the work... It is going to be so much fun!
So…Back to life's goals.
When I was younger, I didn't even know that I already had in me all the qualities necessary for running my own business and managing all the hats one must wear to be self-employed. I didn't know that I would feel a need to be a creator, an artist, a maker, and someone who felt called to do something bigger for the women surrounding her; I didn't know that life was so gloriously complicated and fraught with major decisions, or that I would be the person who grew to be confident in her decisions and in LOVE with waking up each day for work. Life's goals have a funny way of being too small when we are still small people.
What do I want to be when I grow up now, you ask?
Happy. Happy with all the gifts I've been given in this life.
Healthy. So that my children and husband and I can live a full life.
Graceful. Not in the coordinated sense (though that would be helpful), but in the fact that I am accepting of and humbled by all that God has given me and that I pass His love on to others.
My goals have changed over the years, and so have I, but in this season, my heart and soul are on fire with creating art and bringing together our second Collective Grace event for you.
What do you strive to be when you grow up?!
xoxo, allison


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Fuse Project is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing the spark for innovation, funding and implementation of projects benefiting children along Alabama's Gulf Coast. Fuse Project invests in initiatives promoting the health, fitness, education and social responsibility of our children.
We consider ourselves a neo nonprofit with a singular focus on immediate impact by bringing together local projects for our children.
We have raised over $1.4 million dollars since inception.
We added 2 staff members and 5 board members in 2017.
37 local projects have received grants from Fuse Project.
Our biggest project to date will be announced in late 2018.
"if it's not wow, it's not worth doing."
Our Story
Fuse Project was founded by 8 young professionals from Mobile, Alabama with a common belief that a big impact on our area's children can be created by a small motivated group. Our goal is to support tangible, realistic projects that will benefit our children. We support existing philanthropies with specific project ideas, and we also support grass-root efforts by motivated members of our community. Whether it is helping fund an after-school program for under-privileged children or helping a motivated neighborhood revitalize a local park, Fuse Project is ready to help. Through our mantra of "if it's not WOW, it's not worth doing", we have decided to create a group of events that will help fundraise for our selected projects and help publicize our cause. We aim to invigorate all age groups and demographics in our area with these events. Fuse Project was established in May of 2012 and became a 501(c)(3) in August of 2012.


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I know there is a spray that you spray around your house where you don't want dogs to go. Is there also a spray to keep cats away? There are tons of cats around my house and you can smell cats when you leave the house.
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Straight bleach in my kitchen trash can worked. I used a spray bottle to dowse the smelly food type items and the edge of the can, and after two weeks they are leaving it alone. I still have the occasional mishap but it's no longer every night. Caution: Will kill grass and discolor some siding and paint.
Should keep kitties off the porch. Or you can try a "Citrus" mix of lemon juiuce, and a cheap cleaner.
Petsmart carries a number of sprays that you can use. We have the same problem with a neighbor's cat "spraying" outside our house.
My friend had a big problem with cats peeing and pooing in his garden. His solution? He got a spray bottle and mixed water, Tabasco sauce, and pee. Yes, he used his own pee, not a lot. The mix was mostly water, so people could not smell it, even in hot summer. He hardly saw a cat, or cat mess in his garden after that.
What a cruel human being to use hot sauce. There are other options. Cats would be afraid and scatter if you screamed but I think because this is an annoying issue revenge was what you wanted.
Apparently you do not have them knocking your trailer siding in so they can get under your trailer, tear down your insulation, defecate, pee,mate, fight, meow endlessly at times, and even have their litters there. Cruel.? I'll tell you what's cruel. Irresponsible owners who let their cats out unspade/neutered and in some cases the cats turn ferrel. Then there are neighbors who don't even own the cats, take pity on them, and feed them all dailey RIGHT NEXT TO ME. I have been so angry I have a temporary moment of insanity where I want to kill them but thankfully for them I'm not that way and it isn't their fault that this neighborhood is crawling-yes, crawling- with cats owned and wild. So don't talk to me about hot pepper sauce being cruel.
I'm with the Tobasco sauce!!!! Today, I again found a stinky mess some cat left. Nice and fresh too!
I have read where you can spray cheap perfume/cologne (like from the Dollar Store) around where you don't want the cats & if will keep them away.
Cats don't like a citrus smell, and so spreading orange or lemon peels will help. What I used when I had a stray cat spraying the front of my house was lemon scented Mr. Clean. I doused the sprayed spot with this, and this seemed to discourage the stray cat.
I have used pellets to spread on the ground that I got from a hardware store, but they had an odd smell that I found disturbing. The cats didn't like it either, but I prefer the Mr. Clean idea. The pellets had to be reapplied after every rain.
NOTE: One thing not to use is moth balls. They keep the cats away all right, but they smell much worse than the cat smell. Besides, they are toxic to many other things, including people.
Moth balls are good. Put them in a plastic container, like an old coffee container or an empty milk container. Poke holes in the side to let the smell out and place between your bushes.
I think the moth balls will be alright if placed in glass jars with holes drilled in the lids. Honestly, I have about twenty of these out on my lawn in a spot where cats keep defecating. I don't smell them at all. It seems to be working but not 100%. I am continuing to increase the saturation of jars in the area until the cats no longer return. I can't see how the vapors would prove harmful to anything when the moth balls are used this way.
Moth balls do NOT deter cats. I tried this and it did nothing.
Mothballs contain naphthalene which is a proven cancer-causing chemical to animals and humans. Check it with the National Toxicology Program and the International Association for Research on Carcinogens internet sites. It is never in a shop that you will be warned about chemical products causing cancer and they are many and used in many products, unfortunately.
I heard that you can put vinegar in a spray bottle and put it where you dont want them to go.
Cats hate the smell of citrus. You can scatter any citrus peels around your house. I have also used orange oil sprinkled around my house and around the border of my flower beds.You can buy orange oil from health food stores or in the candle making supply section of any craft store. Do not buy the stuff you use for making candy that you find in the grocery store. It isnt the same. ~Janette~
Hi! Once I found an ad in one of those Carol Wright catalogs it was selling bags smelling of mountain lion; the ad stated that mountain lion smell would keep small animals and even deer away from gardens.
Go to a pet store. They have digferent kinds of cat repellents
Hi please help I started using footsack spray and citronella oil believe me it does not work they come more please help
I was told by the dog catcher at the pund you can spray bleach around your trash cans and perimeter of your property and it will keep strays away.
I have at least 5 cats that are not mine but I hate to see them starve is there a way to repeel them or not ?
50/50 bleach and water. Or vinegar in spray bottle to spray on needed areas, moth balls in flower bed. Also can mix bleach in water into to new turned ground to prevent them from using as a cat box, has never hurt my plants. Moth balls in storage sheds or garages will repel most wandering animals like rats, cats, skunks and dog too.
Home remedy to run cats off
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Hongkong Travel Tips - You Must Read It Before Going To Hong Kong
Hard Lessons To Learn
There is a saying "All Work and no play makes a dull boy". We need to relax, somewhat a sort of stress management because working hard all day is tiring.
I'm going to give you some travel advice according to the real story of my life. I'm gonna tell you my story but at the end of every episode I will tell you right away the lesson I have learned from several trips I made which I have compiled.
It's 5 o'clock in the morning and children can't sleep anymore. They're excited. After almost one year working every day, finally we can shout out loud: "We're on holidays!".
Going To The Airport
Every travel I normally wear my favorite black and loose pants with multi packets and plain shirt to be comfortable and to move freely. We immediately went to the airport. I have a couple of friends who brought us there on time, one car and one pickup that contains our luggage. When we reached the airport, I found out that I left all my money in dollars denomination that was in special wallet besides my wallet I normally used everyday. We cannot go on vacation without this money since we have nothing to spend. I have 30 min left before check-in time, so I decided to go back home to pick my wallet. Luckily my friend's car is almost new and in good running condition, so he drove the car very fast in turbo speed and I just hold my breath and silently uttered a prayer. And I was able to get back in the airport just on time.
Lesson - Double check everything if you don't miss anything money, bags (you can put number), and most importantly your passports especially if you are a first timer going on vacation. You tend to forget many things out of your excitement.
Hong Kong Arrival
We arrived safely in HK airport almost @5 in the afternoon. We didn't make an advanced hotel booking because our friend assured us that there will be no problem, there are plenty of rooms anywhere and could easily get one since it is not a peak season. When we are about to call our friend, problem is we don't have any HK coins or roaming cell phones. So we asked another traveler to give us some favor. There's a dollar exchange machine just right after coming out of the immigration but with a lower rate and does not dispense coins. We call our friend who promised us to take care of us and bring us to our accommodation but the problem we can't contact him for some reason. Therefore, we are on our own feet. So we are force to get an expensive hotel and just arranged it at the hotel booking area after coming out of the immigration. The credit card are the normal mode of payment so be ready.
Lesson - You must have a well planned and prearranged hotel bookings, never rely verbally with your friends or relatives who may be also working there unless it is 101% sure. Bring extra money, just in case the credit card doesn't work. You might have to call your international bank to fix it for you and therefore incurred additional expenses in long distance call. I have a friend who got the same experience and they borrow some money from us to cope up with the crisis. Another thing is, you can just leave your luggage at the airport, there's a rental place to leave your luggage at the airport. If you have a stop over only, you must carry a minimum luggage or just 1 bag that contains all your clothes enough for the duration of your stay instead of carrying all your things to hotel and then back to airport and then to your final destination. For a family, you must have one common big bag if desired that contains everything your family needs during the stay. This will allow you to move freely during the transportation period to the hotel accommodation.
We took the double deck bus at bus terminal to add more experience in viewing Hong Kong while going to the downtown. You have to get your own ticket. There are limousines also if you prefer. Going to the main city is also much easier; all you have to do is ride an MTR from the airport. The MTR goes all the way to the entire city and will allow you to move freely from north to south and east to west but sometimes it is very crowded. If you have kids, hold them securely in order not to lost them.
Lesson: I have another friend who lost his kids at the MTR area during their trip, luckily he found the kids after searching.
There are so many restaurants everywhere. Foods are all enticing and smells very good. Duck, snake, chicken, and pork are displayed on the windows. There are also different varieties of fish in the aquarium; just point it and they will cook it for you. Along the streets, you can also find street foods. Some are called aphrodisiac and exotic foods. After eating, we stroll a little bit but suddenly I felt something. Where is the comfort room? We went inside to 2nd restaurant in order to find a comfort room, I told my wife just to order a little salad or coffee and wait for me. I saw the waiter and I asked him where is the comfort room? The guy answered me back "at the end of the hallway". So I walk and saw it, "there you are", but unfortunately the door is locked. Somebody is using it, there's someone inside. So I wait outside saying to myself "common get out". At last the door opens, so immediately I went inside. But another problem I encountered is: there is no water, not even a tissue. Luckily I have some tissue on my pocket.
Lesson - Do not eat too much while traveling and drink only mineral water, then get to know the nearest pharmacy if possible. Do not experiment on foods such as sushi etc. if you are not used to it or you may get diarrhea.
After roaming a little bit, we've reached the Hong Kong Museum and watch the bay view while waiting for our scheduled viewing of documentary film in the planetarium. During the film showing, honestly speaking we all fall sleep may be due to tiredness. The film we watched is about the Ancient Greece civilization and the planetarium is in a big big wide screen. The usher then told us "wake up, the film showing is over".
Day 1 – Disney Land
We woke up early in the morning and went to HK Disneyland. There are so many rides such as the steam train that will bring you to the vast area of Disney Land. Al rides are all free and enjoyable. The kids meeting the Disney land characters could have pictures with them. The one I enjoyed in our family bonding is the 3d cinema because the cartoon character seems to live with you and in your side and you become part of the story. At one time, when the cartoon got wet due to a splash of water, we also got wet by real water sprinkled from the top of the auditorium. At night before the closing is a colorful and spectacular fire works. We all did enjoy the trip.
Lesson: I run out of video space and battery to capture all events specially the fireworks, so be prepared always including digital cameras.
Day 2 - Ocean Park
Ocean Park is a very educational place for kids and adult alike, fun rides are all very thrilling and will bring you to the extreme experience. There's a spectacular oceanarium where you can view in the glass window thousand of species of aquatic resources even in the under water level. Let me tell you one thing that amazed me, I saw 1 species that resembles like a plant or some sort of sea weeds, it's green in color. I thought it is only a plant but hey, it is not a plant, it is actually a fish, it is moving and there's a label in front of the glass telling its scientific name.
Dragon Roller coaster - Looks scary. The parent waits at the fence, the coaster begin to move with screeching sound, it slowly climb to the top, and stay there for a while. I am sweating due to nervousness. The coaster suddenly descended and everybody is screaming in different language. I just cant imagine what will happen if we are in the loop segment. When we are in the loop, our body turns upside-down and we can only see the sky, still terrified by the sudden change of position and feelings. At the end of the ride when the coasters stops, there was moment of silence while we are still in the awful shocked, waiting, what will be next move of the coaster. Then when we realized that the end of the journey, kids are all crying - cry of victory, they have finished it up to the end successfully.
Lesson - Our life is just a simple roller coaster. There are ups and downs, there are twist and turns, but at the end, you'll emerge as victorious once you hold on and overcome the challenges.
Abyss turbo drop - it is characterized by its vertical ascent and rapid descent ride on a tower of 62 m height (around 20 floors) to let a 5 sec. free fall of your body. It descend very fast so your body will be left as if it's hanging in the air separated from your seat to allow a free fall.
Lesson - I was really terrified by this ride, and I promised my self I will never never ever ride that machine again. My kid is so dizzy and vomiting, so don't forget to bring plastic bag.
Day 3 - Ngong Ping Cable Car
Of all experiences. riding in a cable car is the most relaxing moment while having a 360 degree view of HK. It is NOT as frightening as compared to the roller coaster or abyss turbo drop. We went to the end safely on a place called giant Buddha's temple. There's plenty of restaurant there and with good delicious foods. When climbing up to Buddha's temple, around thousand steps, you will be tired when you finish. But there's free ice cream at the top.
Lesson: Important thing is you must wear a good rubber shoes for every travel or hiking adventure.
Overall, our trip is really satisfying with a minimal cost of a thousand dollars for 3 days and 5 members. So for those who have not yet experience a leisure trip, now that you are equipped with my personal travel advises, what are you waiting for? What are you gonna do with your money? There's a wise saying that says, "save some, and spent some". Your ultimate goal in life is to live happy. So enjoy life and live life to the fullest.
Hi i'm going in hk this december for the first time. Luckily i found your blog. Thanks for sharing, it's very helpful :)
Just want to ask if 500 USD pocket money be enough ? I'm planning to change it to hk dollar in a black market.
The ride The Dragon Rollercoater looks reallyy cool . (:
Hi - If you have kids and are traveling to Hong Kong, check out all the fun places to go, eat, and shop with your kids on Little Steps Hong Kong. here is the link - www.littlestepshongkong.com. It has been a favorite with all my friends that have kids.
hong kong is athe world's most stupid palce {kidding} it's the best
nice hub! thanks for the lessons and advice.. :)
Great story and thanks for the full packed lessons you've shared... 20 days from now i'll be going Hong Kong for my fourth time...This time, it will be with my Wife " her first time to get there" ... I guessing a shopping shock...
Thanks for reminding me on Hotel reservations......CIO
This reminds me of our trip to this place, mahal is just 10 years old that time. I love this place too. I'm so glad our trip has no hassle.


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Over 20% of Triathletes are ex-smokers!
Over the last few months NewToTri.com has performed a survey of it's readers on a number of topics. The survey results revealed some very interesting results, which only go to highlight the many benefits of being involved in Triathlon!
20% of Triathletes are former smokers
Out of our respondents we found that just over 20% we're smokers before they became Triathletes. Imagine that, if you lined up 10 Triathletes at a race, chances are that two of that lycra clad bunch used to be smokers! This figure is incredibly encouraging for all of those out there who are thinking of kicking the habit. Remember it's NEVER too late. Take your inspiration from our readers who succeeded in using Triathlon to improve their health & lifestyle! (send this link to anyone you know who's trying to quit:o)
85% are now happier 'Overall' than before they took up Triathlon.
As statistics goes this one is a whopper! 85% of our respondents said that their lives were happier overall since they had taken up the sport of Triathlon! For many of us who take part in Triathlon this will be no surprise. The feeling of self improvement and level of stress relief that we enjoy is HUGE and it's great to see that reflected in this response. So if you have some stressed looking family or friends, it might be time to get them to join you in their first relay:o)
88% of Triathletes have tried to convince a friend to do a Triathlon
Considering the previous result it will come as no surprise that 88% of respondents have tried to convince a friend to take part in a Triathlon. This would go a long way in explaining the massive level of growth which the sport has been enjoying!
92% of Triathletes have a healthier lifestyle now that they are involved in Triathlon
This is another huge statistic. 92% of respondent believed that their lives were healthier now that they are involved in Triathlon! No matter what sport you are talking about this is a great statistic and people should take a second to consider what this means to their own lifestyle.
So there you have it, according to our survey response: If you're a depressed & stressed out smoker looking for happiness and a healthier lifestyle, take that first step into the wonderful world of Triathlon. If you're a newbie Triathlete already enjoying the adventure, keep doing exactly what you're doing – according to our readers your making your life better everyday!;o)
Click here for the story of how Johan went from being a Smoker to and Ironman Triathlete in just over a year!
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Stocks are slouching toward a (gasp!) weekly loss, something the Dow and S&P haven't seen in two months.
Given the recent damage hasn't been that huge, market pundits aren't quaking in their boots. The pullback is a "dress rehearsal, not the Big One," say Bank of America Merrill Lynch's Michael Hartnett and Jared Woodard.
So keep buying the dip? Well, that just worked in after-hours trading for Walt Disney DIS, +0.38% , the target for our call of the day. But there is plenty of skepticism around the Mouse House's drop and then pop following its latest update, and all of the critics combine to deliver our downbeat call.
In a nutshell, they're not convinced by Disney's streaming plans, nor by its decision to milk the "Star Wars" franchise further by making a new movie trilogy and TV show. As Admiral Ackbar put it: "It's a trap!"
Disney's stock is up modestly premarket in the wake of the streaming and Star Wars news, after briefly slumping when earnings and revenue disappointed. (The streaming news is that Disney plans to charge "substantially" less than Netflix NFLX, +1.83% for a new service and it will launch a new ESPN streaming service.)
The trader behind the "Permabear Doomster" newsletter says he's bullish on Disney thanks in part to the Star Wars hype, especially with "The Last Jedi" hitting theaters next month. But he's only upbeat for the medium term.
The folks at StockTwits offer the comment below, saying Disney was "using the Force to get shares back higher." Meanwhile, Quartz says CEO Bob Iger deployed an old Jedi mind trick on Wall Street that would make Obi-Wan Kenobi jealous.
Some suggest it basically looks like razzle-dazzle to distract from weak fundamentals...
... while others find their own ways to mock the entertainment giant's maneuvering:
Key market gauges
Futures for the Dow US:YMZ7 , S&P 500 US:ESZ7 and Nasdaq-100 US:NQZ7 are lower, after the Dow DJIA, +0.14% , S&P SPX, -0.07% and Nasdaq Composite COMP, -0.22% slumped yesterday. Analysts keep pointing the finger at worries about tax reform.
It's been mostly downbeat action in Europe SXXP, +0.34% and Asia. Gold US:GCZ7 is a bit lower, while oil US:CLZ7 and the dollar index DXY, -0.13% are little changed.
See the Market Snapshot column for the latest action.
The quote
"We are not going to let the United States be taken advantage of any more." — President Trump appeared to deliver a sharp rebuke to China's trade practices while speaking in Vietnam today.
That's after he adopted a more conciliatory tone toward Beijing yesterday.
The buzz
Roy Moore and Louis C.K. are the latest high-profile figures to face allegations of sexual harassment.
Moore fan Jim Ziegler used a "Jesus, Mary and Joseph" defense that drew lots of flak.
Beyond Disney, Nvidia NVDA, -1.26% and Hertz HTZ, +0.60% look set for up days after posting earnings late Thursday. But Nordstrom JWN, +0.52% could be headed in the other direction following its results.
J.C. Penney JCP, -12.60% posted better-than-expected results this morning, and the retailer's stock is jumping.
In political news, Trump and Putin appear poised to meet today on the sidelines of a summit in Vietnam that both are attending.
Tomorrow is Veterans Day in the U.S. and Singles Day in China, a key date for e-commerce giant Alibaba BABA, +0.52% .
On the data front, a report on consumer sentiment is due at 10 a.m. Eastern Time.
Check out: MarketWatch's Economic Calendar
The chart
Have you heard about the trader who created a "middle finger" in a stock's chart through carefully placed buys and sells?
South African hedge fund manager James Gubb executed a series of trades in Gupta family-owned Oakbay shares that when plotted, gave the controversial family the bird, as one news outlet there put it.
Random reads
An Esquire columnist draws flak after saying his son can be anything, but not overweight.
Holy smokes? No, because the Vatican is going to stop selling cigarettes
New demands related to Northern Ireland may be causing chaos in the Brexit talks.
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I have been a bad blogger - still working like heck on my garden every waking hour instead - but wanted to let you know about this auction online right now by Embroiderers' Association of Canada. There is even a stash package (above) that would be great for crazy quilting!
I have one item in there I hope will bring in a few dollars for EAC. You can see the details on the photo above. It is a piece of vintage caribou hair tufting, a Canadian First Nations fibre art form.
Pretty neat stuff! A piece of history for your fibre art collection! And it is going for a bargain price as well!
Here are a couple more samples of what is up for bid.
There are lots of other items too - you will have to check it out at the auction. Don't delay though - bidding closes on June 29th!


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