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Satisfied with Your Results So Far This Year? Summer is here, so half the year has gone already. You should have a pretty good understanding by now as to whether or not you are going to meet your targets for the year. The good news is it's not too late to make some adjustments in case you're a bit off track. On the other hand, if you are on track then that's even more reason to "turn up the heat" to make it your best year ever!
According to Real Estate Sales Coach Bruce Keith, there are typically 3 - 4 indicators to tell you if you are winning or losing. They are: # of listings taken, # of listings sold, # of buyer sales, and total closings/earnings so far this year. For example, if your overall business plan for 2018 is to complete 24 transactions then by the end of April you should have taken 8 listings and generated a combination of 8 transactions (buyers and/or sellers). You have now "drawn a line in the sand". Are you happy with what you see? Regardless of your answer, below are some solutions to help you "bump it up".
Now that you know where you stand, you can really start to dig in and both figure out how you got there and decide what's next? Here's three quick questions to get you started:
1. Knowing where I stand, where should I be based on my original business plan for the year? (Use the above 3-4 Key Measurements to make that assessment...listings taken, listings sold, buyer sales, and closings)
2. How satisfied am I on a scale of 1 - 10 with my performance so far?
3. What has gotten in the way in the last four months -- what challenges do I need to address immediately? Critical Point here - only focus on items over which you have control. (Examples: lack of consistency, poor cash flow, not enough leads, etc.)
Take 10 minutes and write down the answers to the above questions. This will give you some clarity in answering the "what's next" question. To generate some exciting results, you'll have to work on your "challenges" and reset your priorities to achieve your targets for the year.
5 Suggestions for your "What's Next":
1. Very first thing - write down your Top 3 "must do" items for today (you're not finished until they are done).
2. Prospect + lead follow-up in the morning - get it out of the way before "the snakes get out of the box" - 20 Contacts per day.
3. Have your phone numbers ready the night before. Examples: Past Clients & Sphere, FSBO, expired, old expired, absentee owner, old leads, just listed/just sold.
4. Social media - one half hour per day, it works - just don't get bogged down.
5. Call ALL your past clients and centers of influence and ask for referrals in the next 30 days (example: if you have 100 names then you should be calling 5 per day).


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by Monica Worsley | Jan 24, 2013
MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus), is a type of staph infection resistant to betalactum antibiotics (oacillin, penicillin and amoxicillin), which are often the prescribed medications for the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), MRSA is most commonly "reported among athletes in high-physical, contact sports such as wrestling, football and rugby" but the infection is also regularly reported among rowers.
This time of year it is difficult for rowers from cold weather climates to shake the urge to get out on the water.
Midway through the off-season, weather permitting, rowers face the reality that their hands are more vulnerable after an extended break from handling the oar. Calluses have worn down and in their place, blisters tend to form when rowing resumes.
In addition to being a nuisance, if not properly cared for, blisters serve as a sight for potential infection. And if one does become infected as a result of staphylococcus aureus bacteria, a rower has what is commonly known as a "staph infection."
(Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus), is a type of staph infection resistant to betalactum antibiotics (oacillin, penicillin and amoxicillin), which are often the prescribed medications for the disease.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), MRSA is most commonly "reported among athletes in high-physical, contact sports such as wrestling, football and rugby" but the infection is also regularly reported among rowers.
Kristina Vann
from Drake University in Des Moines, Ia., was infected a few years ago.
"I had an open blister and I think the river water got into it," said Vann. "I probably wasn't cleaning it well enough and it got infected. After feeling like I had the flu and a fever, I went to the urgent care where I was told I had MSRA."
The bacteria can be transmitted on objects previously touched by an infected person, in addition to spreading via skin-to-skin contact. Therefore, clubs and teams that share equipment should consider taking extra care when an athlete's blister is infected due to MRSA.
In order to prevent the spread of MRSA among athletes, the CDD recommends that if a blister infected by MRSA cannot be properly covered, meaning "the skin infection is covered by a securely attached bandage or dressing that will contain all drainage and will remain intact throughout the activity," the athlete should abstain from participation while infected.
However, should a rower continue to practice while infected, a diluted bleach solution can be used to clean the handles of ergometer and oars, as well as seats, without damaging the wood or composite material.
For rowers eager to prevent any avoidable interruptions to water time this spring, consider advice on avoiding infection and caring for blisters offered by
Wade Soenksen
, assistant athletic trainer at University of Washington.
As someone who frequently interacts with Husky rowers, he has seen his share of blisters and shared how he addresses blisters and helps prevent infection.
Q - If a blister forms, should a rower allow the blister to reduce in inflammation itself or "pop" the blister?
A - If the blister is fluid-filled and giving the athlete trouble, I usually open up the blister in a sterile manner. I use nitrile gloves and clean the area of the blister and around it with either alcohol or betadine-type anti-microbial scrub and then use a sterile scalpel to open about 1 cm to allow the fluid to drain out. If the fluid is not clear and there looks to be an infection present, then the opened blister will be further cleaned, covered and referred to a physician for possible prescription of antibiotics.
Q - If a blister forms and the skin is torn away, would you recommend using an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin, hydrogen peroxide or Band-Aids?
A - For my athletes, when they are not rowing, I fill or coat around the opened blister with zinc oxide to dry out the exposed dermis (which is what is inflamed and causes pain). If the area looks very irritated and possibly has an infection, I tell my rowers to leave Band-Aids on at all times with antibiotic ointment on it.
I typically do not use, nor do I suggest using hydrogen peroxide on the opened blister because it makes the area more inflamed and causes unnecessary pain. Hydrogen peroxide directly onto an opened wound can possibly delay the healing of the exposed dermis.
Q - Are there any distinct signs a blister (opened or closed) may be infected? How long should someone wait before seeing a doctor if they suspect it is infected?
A - When trying to tell if an area is possibly infected, it is important to look at how red the area is – if the area around the blister is warm to the touch, if it is extremely painful to touch close around the area or even further away from the blister and if any strange streaking appears around the blister or any puss that may look like it is trapped or oozing from the area.
If there is any chance you think the area may be infected, it is important to see a physician right away. Currently, there are many antibiotic resistant bacteria that could be present in the blister and could make it difficult to treat if not caught early.
Q - Are there any remedies you suggest to rowers who have blisters?
A - If it is a new blister I use zinc oxide on the area. I have used the New Skin bandage, but I have found that it does not stay on for a long enough period of time. Many of my rowers use tape on their fingers and hands to combat blisters.
Another method I use for blisters that are bothersome and have not been recently opened is Krazy Glue. I caution use of this because you need to make sure your blister does not show any signs of infection, otherwise the glue can trap the infection between the glue and irritated skin causing a fast progression of infection.
For more information on staph infections including MRSA, visit
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In May 1962, Metropolitan Planning Commission Executive Director Don Mendonsa, who later served as Savannah City Manager for almost three decades, noted a variety of problems with the fairly new zoning ordinance.
There were, he said in a memo, too many amendments that allowed "marginal type commercial uses" in residential neighborhoods. He noted that the ordinance was ambiguous, making it "difficult to understand and difficult to administer."
In 1967, MPC Executive Director Eugene Culpepper also noted the increasing complexity. He wrote in part: "Since its adoption in 1960, the Zoning Ordinance for the City of Savannah has had 96 text amendments and 193 map amendments. The ordinance has many overlapping and conflicting sections, is difficult to read and even more difficult to administer."
In 1968, the American Society of Planning Officials (now the American Institute of Certified Planners) determined that we had too many zoning districts (20 in Savannah and 18 in Chatham County) and that the regulations were "unnecessarily complex."
By 1997, the number of zoning districts had more than doubled to 42 in Savannah and 45 in Chatham County. That prompted this assessment from a consultant: "Very large numbers of districts predictably result in a zoning map that looks like a case of chicken pox. There is no rational reason for having this number of districts."
Continued tinkering with our deeply flawed and overly bureaucratic ordinances has made them more difficult for ordinary citizens and for developers.
If there were a method to assess the cumulative damage to our economy, the numbers would be staggering.
For all these reasons, the process of creating the Unified Zoning Ordinance was launched about a decade ago.
In June 2011, the first draft of the UZO was released by MPC staff. That draft was the result of countless hours of staff work and dozens of meetings with various stakeholders.
I witnessed some of the UZO process firsthand as a member of the technical committee. We met more than two dozen times between 2007 and 2010.
There were also dozens of meetings with community groups before the release of the draft and many more since then.
Revisions are ongoing as various stakeholders come off the sidelines to engage with the process.
But it's looking increasingly like the political will that prompted the UZO has been waning, which means we could continue to tinker indefinitely with existing regulations that were deemed too complex and overly bureaucratic 50 years ago.
I'll continue this discussion in Sunday's column with some thoughts on who stands to gain through continued inaction.
Go to http://www.unifiedzoning.org for much more detailed information.
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Train horns. Sounds like there is switching going on. Does not sound like they are traveling north or south.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason Peterich Apr 24, 2014.
Not sure how far it's going but it's moving and it's long.
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Hope someone is out there getting pictures.
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There is a train headed to Petaluma now.Haystack bridge just opened.Continue
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After the fix "my favorites" link still went to Utube. I still needed to link through to another page on the website to get on. Then I clicked the "Main" tab to bring up the homepage. Then I clicked add to favorites. Got message... this one already there... want to override?... clicked yes. Signed off website. Clicked on favorites. Main page comes right up. All is good.
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Here's some more interesting Marin County info.
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Oh, now I see! You are the Betty Reck Richards!! Wow, you are really involved in this! Love the NWP, past and present. Will be watching. Pete
Are you the Brian Richards who is married to Betty Richards??
yes i went to LCM
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I'm participating in Emily P. Freeman's monthly What We Learned, a community link up where you "take some time to reflect on the last 30-ish days before moving ahead into the next."
In fact... I love this idea so much that I'm sharing what I've learned weekly in my Saturday morning email so subscribe if you haven't yet!
1. Our evening routine needs work.
I spend so much time thinking about our morning routine – how to get a nutritious breakfast made, how to get us out the door on time, how to make sure we remember homework. I recently realized we have basically no evening routine, when I'm tired and really need one the most. Please fee free to share any evening routine tips!
2. Getting out of a warm bed on a cold morning is HARD.
OK, I didn't learn this as much as remember it.
3. One-on-One time with my children is so special.
Griffin and I went on our first mother and son date to dinner and the symphony earlier this month and it was so wonderful to hear his thoughts on things and be able to converse without interruption!
4. Never EVER take your vehicle to the dealer for repairs.
My van door had been sticking and grinding and/or refusing to shut all together. Since I had to take it to the dealership for a recall repair, I went ahead and asked them about the door. They charged me $60 to tell me it was going to cost $500. Instead, I took it to my local body mechanic for a second opinion. They charged me $120 to fix the door. No diagnostic fee.
5. Chattanooga is FABULOUS!
I can't believe I've driven through this charming town for years without stopping for a visit. We spent a few days over fall break exploring this Tennessee river town and we are smitten. There were TONS of kid-friendly activities (including but not limited to a Children's Museum and Aquarium), great food, and public art. The people were friendly. The streets were pedestrian-friendly. We will be back.
6. Periscope is easy to fire up but not easy to master.
I participated in several of Blog Clarity's #persiscopewithpurpose prompts over the past month. I love the idea of live streaming. I love that you can interact in such an unfiltered, unedited way. However, figuring out what works and what doesn't is more difficult. I did an Ask Me Anything session where literally NO ONE showed up and I talked awkwardly at my face for 15 minutes. In other words, when it comes to Periscope, I learned I have lots left to learn.


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There are total 12 letters in Pansexuality, Starting with P and ending with Y.
Pansexuality is a scrabble word? Yes (24 Points) Pansexuality has worth 24 Scrabble points.
An Anagram is collection of word or phrase made out by rearranging the letters of the word. All Anagram words must be valid and actual words.
Browse more words to see how anagram are made out of given word.
In Pansexuality P is 16th, A is 1st, N is 14th, S is 19th, E is 5th, X is 24th, U is 21st, L is 12th, I is 9th, T is 20th, Y is 25th letters in Alphabet Series.
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We would love to hear from you so please drop us an email to ask any Questions about us or the center. We are also looking for Volunteers right now so if you would like to work for AV NZ please get in touch.
Thanks and much love from us all here at AV NZ. Om mani padme hum


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With teammates, family, and friends located around the globe, could we build something to make coordinating talks easier?
Inspired by xkcd's comic, Now, which shows the approximate time everywhere on the globe, we undertook the creation of our own customizable tool to simplify phone call or live chat coordination.
Beginning with design, we worked through various iterations of the visuals and interface to make the hours of overlap that exist between cities clear and to facilitate finding a time for a conversation. We shared early versions with staff and made iterative adjustments striving for clarity and simplicity.
The tool went viral and has a daily stream of users at worldchatclock.com. It was shortlisted for an Information is Beautiful Award and, most importantly, allows us to easily find times to connect with others.


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We use vulnerability scanning and/or scanning to PCI standards.
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We implement security measures when a user:
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Users can visit our site anonymously
Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our home page, or as a minimum on the first significant page after entering our website.
Our Privacy Policy link includes the word 'Privacy', and can be easily be found on the page specified above.
Users will be notified of any privacy policy changes:
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text: Known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic", Dubrovnik is probably one of the best-known tourism destinations in the Mediterranean region. The most popular area is Dubrovnik's Old Town, Stari Grad, defined by its impressive fortifications and a massive city wall, which is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage. Dubrovnik is currently on the bucket lists of many new visitors due to the fact that many parts of the old town feature as backdrop in the HBO show "Game of Thrones".


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To convert an M4A file to WAV in iTunes, change the encoding format in the Import Using menu in the Importing Settings preferences, and create a WAV file out of the file afterward. You need to use a non-Protected AAC file.
- Open Importing Settings
Launch iTunes. If you are on a Windows system, go to Edit, and select Preferences. If you are on a Mac, go to iTunes, and select Preferences. Click General, and select Importing Settings.
- Choose an encoding format
View the Import Using menu from within Importing Settings. Choose the encoding format that matches the format that you would like to convert the file to. In this case, select WAV. Click OK to save your preferences.
- Convert to WAV format
Select the song that contains the M4A format in your iTunes library. Go to File, and select Create New Version. Choose Create WAV version. If you would like to convert an entire folder, such as an album, hold down Shift on a Windows system or Option on a Mac, and click File. Select Create New Version, and select Convert. To convert a song that does not yet exist within your iTunes library, convert the file as you import it into iTunes.


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ISLAMABAD - As part of the reconciliatory efforts between ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Tehkreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Sirajul Haq Wednesday met with Imran Khan but could not get positive response from the latter, The Nation has learnt.
Sirajul Haq along with other party leaders called on Imran here at Bani Gala to discuss the issue of PTI's Azadi March.
Siraj's meeting was a bid to diffuse tension between the government and PTI, a PTI leader said, adding that Imran made it clear to the former that re-election was the only solution to this ongoing political turmoil in the country. However, JI chief after the meeting dropped a hint about his party's participation in the long march of August 14.
Naeemul Haq, a senior leader and spokesman of PTI, said Imran made it clear to the JI chief that the present political set-up should resign and an interim set-up should be put in place. Imran also told Siraj that after the announcement of interim set-up, new elections should be held under the new electoral laws. Naeemul Haq said that Imran also invited the JI chief for his party's participation in Azadi March. "We are waiting for you in the march," Naeem said quoting his party chief. He said that Siraj had agreed in principal to their demands.
Siraj, speaking to the media persons after his meeting with Imran, said that his party had yet to decide whether or not to participate in PTI's long march on August 14; however, Imran in the meeting has again extended his invitation to JI to participate in it. "We have yet to make a final decision in this regard," he said, adding that his party would take this decision after its Gaza March in Islamabad on August 10.
The JI chief said that his party endorsed the stance of Imran and also wanted transparent elections and it was against the rigging of May 11 general elections. The JI wants that future election should be held in such a way that no one could object to its transparency. He said that elections were rigged in Karachi and FATA.
Sirajul Haq said that the government should listen to Imran's demands and find out a possible solution. "We have heard the demands of Khan and we have some suggestions to diffuse the situation." He said the prime minister should take the initiative to resolve these problems amicably.
JI vice chief Mian Aslam, who was also part of the meeting, said that his party's meetings on Wednesday with Imran Khan, Khurshid Shah, Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Prime Minister Sharif were part of JI's efforts to diffuse present political tension prevailing in the country.


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NEW YORK -- With the Mets in need of a long outing from starter Oliver Perez to give the bullpen a much-needed rest, Perez did what his teammates did all game -- he dropped the ball.
Perez lasted only 1-2/3 innings and gave up seven runs (five of them unearned) on two hits and five walks in his worst start of the year. No surprise, of course, he was booed off the field by the fans, whose jeers on this day could not be interpreted as overly harsh. Nor could the criticism of teammate Billy Wagner, who ripped Perez's lack of determination in what would go on to become a 13-1 embarrassment at the hands of the lowly Pirates.
"Perez honestly has got to step up and know that we've just used every guy in the bullpen the night before," Wagner said. "He can't come in and come out there and decide that he doesn't have it today, and so be it."
Asked about Wagner's critique, Perez said he had no problem with the analysis.
"No, no," he said. "I have no problem with that. I've got to do my job."
With the loss to his former team, Perez is now 2-2 with a 4.03 earned-run average. It matched his shortest outing as a starter and was his shortest as a Met. Unfortunately, it came a day after his team had used six pitchers in 11 innings.
"Sometimes you don't have your stuff," Perez said. "Everybody can have a bad day."
Brian Schneider returned to the clubhouse after spending six nights in the hospital with a staph infection on the tip of his left thumb. Schneider said the infection came from a blister on the thumb, which burst. He said he won't be able to play until the pain and swelling is gone, and that may take a few more days.
"It was a lot more serious than I thought it was," he said.
Randolph said he doubted that Schneider would be able to play this weekend in Arizona, so it remains possible that they could put him on the disabled list to make room for Moises Alou.
Usually, baseball games are delayed or postponed due to wetness, but yesterday's game was delayed 40 minutes due to a lack of water. When a water main burst on 126th street in Flushing, Queens, Shea Stadium lost water pressure. For a time, the Mets were considering postponing the game because they couldn't go on without running water in the restrooms. Once they heard the problem was fixed shortly before 1 p.m., they began pre-game preparations.
Perez said his poor pitching performance was not affected by the delay.
Darryl Strawberry, whose achievements on the field often were overshadowed by his struggles with cancer and substance abuse, is writing a memoir, "Straw," that will come out in 2009, publisher Ecco announced.
According to Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollins, Strawberry's book "details his life growing up in Crenshaw, Los Angeles, his rise to baseball superstardom as a Met, Dodger, and Yankee, the high life and low life, his brushes with the law, his triumphant battle over cancer, his religious awakening, and his marriage to the love of his life."
Nelson Figueroa was summoned for long relief, pitching 31/2 innings out of the bullpen for the first time. Before the game, Randolph said Figueroa would be available out of the pen with the off-day today, but he was hoping not to have to use him too much. So much for that. ... With Pittsburgh leading 13-0, the Mets scored their only run in the sixth when Ryan Church doubled home Carlos Beltran. The fans gave a sarcastic standing ovation.


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What is the Personal Development Program (PDP)?
The PDP is a series of training classes designed to assist our clients with the essential life skills we all need to survive each day. Whether you need financial knowledge, personal skills, employment skills, or any other daily living skills, our goal is to assist you in with the needed training.
Where will the courses be held?
Most classes are held at the Crisis Control office in Winston-Salem with a few held in Kernersville. See the Calendar and Events page for upcoming classes and locations.
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The choices you make today will determine what you will have, be and do in the tomorrows of your life. Spend 90 minutes to learn new skills, gain new knowledge, and to develop new goals for your life.
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text: Concussion The Latest Research on Concussions Leads to Increased Scrutiny of Youth Sports By The Exchange • Nov 30, 2017 Pexels The research keeps piling up about concussions and contact sports, especially football, and some parents are reconsidering whether to let their kids play the game. We discuss the latest research and its ramifications for parents, athletes and athletic trainers. Plus, current thinking on the recovery process, and how schools are assessing whether students are ready to return to play - or to the classroom. Listen Listening... / 57:37 This program was originally broadcast on Sept. 27, 2017. Research on Repetitive Hits, And New Helmet Technology, Change Attitudes Around Concussions By The Exchange • Sep 27, 2017 Repetitive hits, which do not cause concussion symptoms, may be causing long term harm in athletes who participate in contact sports up to the age of 12, according to a new study from Boston University's Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center. Kennett High School Reduces Number of Concussions Among Student Athletes By Rick Ganley & Mary McIntyre • Sep 21, 2017 Awareness of the severity of concussions among young athletes has continued to spread among parents and schools within the last few years. Meanwhile, the athletic staff at Kennett Middle and High Schools in North Conway have seen a decline in concussions among their students. Neal Weaver is the athletic director for Kennett High School. Morning Edition Host Rick Ganley spoke with him by phone about the school's efforts to reduce the number of concussions among athletes. This transcript has been edited lightly for clarity. 5.31.16: Women and Concussions, Man vs. Marathon, & In Praise of Patience By Word of Mouth • May 31, 2016 Ulf Bodin via Flickr CC / https://flic.kr/p/qwhVkN Public concern about concussions has mostly centered around football and other male-dominated sports. But another population experiences concussions at an even higher rate...female athletes. Today, some alarming research on the frequency, diagnosis and treatment of concussions in women and girls. Then, we may be on the verge of the next major milestone in long-distance running: the sub two-hour marathon - that's if one scientist has his way. So, can new technology, training and even genetic selection make people run long distances even faster? Concussions: What We Know Now and How to Respond By The Exchange • Apr 6, 2016 David Hassler / Flickr/CC With the NFL recently admitting that repeated blows to the head can cause degenerative brain disease, we take a time-out to scan the research on brain trauma, including innovations in reducing incidents and assessing concussions. But is what we're learning discouraging participation in contact sports? And is rising concern over brain injury backed by science? UNH Researcher On Protective Athletic Equipment Honored By Associated Press • Jun 15, 2015 Jack Rodolico for NHPR A leading University of New Hampshire researcher on the role of protective equipment in athletes has been recognized by a national association. Erik Swartz researches the role of equipment such as helmets on preventing cervical spine and head injuries, particularly football players. He serves on the NFL's Head, Neck and Spine committee. Can Football Without Helmets Lead To Fewer Concussions? By Jack Rodolico • Nov 27, 2014 Jack Rodolico On the field, the UNH Wildcats had a nearly perfect season, advancing into the playoffs as the top ranked team in their division. But off the field, a study using this team is trying to figure out how to reduce concussions. The big idea is to protect player's heads by having them practice - without a helmet. It's no big secret that football, from the NFL down to Pee-Wee leagues, has a concussion problem. And there are lots of efforts out there to fix it: new helmets, softer turf, gentler tackling rules, even diagnostics on the field to identify concussions right after a hit. At Dartmouth, Sidelines Robot Could Be Key To Quickly Diagnosing Football Concussions By Allison Quantz • Oct 10, 2014 VGo/NHPR Staff Football faces increasing criticism as mounting evidence shows the dangers of concussions, in particular undiagnosed concussions. A new telehealth initiative at Dartmouth College aims to eliminate those undiagnosed concussions by bringing neurosurgeons to the sidelines--via robot. On the sidelines of the Dartmouth/Penn football game, neurosurgeon Robert Singer watches carefully. "A lot of these hits are shoulder hits. What we're looking for are direct head to head kind of contact, that type of thing." Spotlight On NFL Controversies By Brady Carlson • Sep 16, 2014 Lambeau Field / Flickr/CC With several players charged with domestic violence, including a shocking video showing the abuse, many are questioning the league's culture and policies. We're looking into how widespread the problem is and what it might take to address what some are calling a systemic issue. GUESTS: 8.31.14: The Changing Face Of Hunger, NASCAR Concussions & The Artificial Womb By Word of Mouth • Aug 31, 2014 via Bill & Vicki T. - flickr Creative Commons During the Depression, the face of hunger was easy to spot: gaunt, worn, and hollow-eyed. Today's malnourished are tougher to spot. We'll get a close up of the new face of American hunger. Plus, over 46 million Americans are on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. The average daily benefit per person per day is four dollars. We'll find out what living on a SNAP budget really looks like. And, how is America's sweet tooth may be rooted in Prohibition? Listen to the full show and Read more for individual segments. Listen Listening... / 50:16 8.31.14: The Changing Face Of Hunger, NASCAR Concussions & The Artificial Womb Rethink 2014: Football By Maureen McMurray • Jan 9, 2014 Jared Wickerham/Getty Images Despite lockouts, replacement referees, and a lawsuit to settle brain trauma-related lawsuits, America's passion for football remains in play. We continues our series Rethink 2014 with America's beloved pastime, football. We begin at the college level, where many professional football careers begin. Critics charge that that the danger and violence inherent to the game have no place in academic institutions. NPR's program Intelligence Squared U.S.


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I've been playing with VMware Integrated OpenStack for a couple of days now and i'm really impressed. VMware created a solution that takes a reasonably difficult product and made it a lot easier. There is still a lot to be done, i'll admit that, but it's going the right way.
One of the things i couldn't figure out from the documentation was how to assign floating IP space to the platform, but Thanks to Jahnin Rajamoni i figured it out 🙂
First, figure out what the portgroup on the dvSwitch on which your public IP space is allocated is called.
- go to https://<vCenter IP>/mob and log in with admin credentials
- Click Content
- Click Group-d1
- Click the datacenter in which the dvSwitch is configured
- Click Network
- Note the "dvportgroup-XX" name for the portgroup you need
Second, create a network in the admin space in OpenStack
- Go to the OpenStack URL and login as admin
- Click Admin
- Click Networks
- Click Create a Network
- Now create a network with the following settings
- Name : <any>
- Project : Admin
- Provider Network Type : Port Group
- Physical Network : dvportgroup-XX <the port group name you wrote down in the beginning>
- Admin State : UP
- Shared : true
- External Network : true
Third, create a subnet for this network
- Click Admin
- Click Networks
- Click on the network name
- Click Create Subnet
- Now create a subnet with the following settings
- Subnet name : any
- Network address : www.xxx.yyy.zzz/cc <example 192.168.0.0/24>
- IP Version : IPv4
- Gateway IP : <ip of your gateway>
- Disable gateway : true if you don't have a gateway
- Fill this in under Subnet details
- Enable DHCP : false
- Allocation Pools : <start of free block>,<end of free block>
- DNS Servers : <any separated by an enter>
- Host routes : <specify any static routes if required>
And that is it.


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T-Rex Effects Announces ToneTrunk Pedal Boards
T-Rex Effects will be introducing a new line of pedal boards at the 2015 NAMM Show. The ToneTrunk boards will feature a two-tiered design for better access to the back row as well as providing space for cables.
The pedal boards will come in four sizes: 27.5″ x 12.4″, 22″ x 12.4″, 17.7″ x 12.4″, and 22″ x 6.2″. Each is built from lightweight aluminum for portability with solid rubber feet for stability. They will also have space for optional screw-on brackets for power supplies and expression pedals, which will be sold separately.
The T-Rex ToneTrunk pedal boards will launch in January and carry MSRPs ranging from $95 to $179.
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If Samios Plumbing is not listed as a supplier in your MYOB AccountRight, please follow these steps:
1: Open MYOB AR, then in the Command Centre, Click on "Card File", and then click on "Cards List":
2: Click "New" in the top-right corner:
3: Set the Card Type to "Supplier", then add Samios Plumbing's Details:
4: On the "Buying Details" tab, add Samios Plumbing's ABN (91 0103 608 99) then click OK:
Once that is done, log in to your Link4 account (click on the login button on the top right side). You will then see a page that allows you to easily connect to Samios Plumbing:
Click on the "Synchronize Contacts" button to update your contacts in Link4, then select the Samios Plumbing entry you just created, then select an default account & layout for the Invoice:
Then click "Submit" and you will be connected to Samios Plumbing and receive their invoices directly into your MYOB AccountRight.
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Slow down time. I think every person that has walked this earth has wanted to slow down time or to add more hours to the day. I can't tell you how many women in the grocery store aisle or at the park have said to me, "It goes by so fast. Enjoy it while you can." I'm trying to, but it feels like I'm pulling back on a rope that is tied to a bull with my heels digging into the dirt - water skiing on dry land, if you will. So, when I picked up Erin Loechner's book to read it and I saw what the title was, Chasing Slow, I thought, well, this I have to read.
After I read the first page I felt like I sat down with my best friend over coffee as she told me her story of moving to busy L.A., climbing a mountain of success, getting to the top only to realize the view was the same from the bottom and feeling tired and empty. She describes her dreamy success of one million followers on Pinterest, free product from companies, thousands of blog posts later of a pretty house, and she is utterly exhausted. This girl as even had a HGTV show before Joanna Gaines was a household name and traveled the world speaking at conferences before the age of 33. She has already had the "success" of what many Millennials dream of and what I have also tasted as a "pinner" and blogger as well. So, it felt like a breath of fresh air to hear her say, "Who knew more would make us feel like less." Amen, sister. Amen!
And even though generations after generations have said these same words in their own way, it felt better to hear it from my peer in her 30's. We live in a world that is vastly different from our parents, but the truths of life remain the same. It's just that references to Pinterest, countless trips IKEA grabbing sheepskins and RIBBA frames help explain it so much better to 20 somethings and 30 somethings. Haha!
There is so much truth spilled out over the pages and what she has learned from leaving the L.A. hustle behind to live in a small town in Ohio. And if you think she's going to tell you to go move to a small town too, you're guess is dead wrong. She points out the chase is still a chase no matter if you're chasing slow or fast, and so she gives some wise nuggets of how she is doing a new thing - enjoy her daily bread.
You can go get her book her on Amazon.
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text: I met Denise and Mel at a coffee shop in downtown Los Angeles and within minutes of chatting we had realized that Denise and I were alumni of the same small high school in San Jose! Very small world... not only did I shoot their engagement photos last week and will I be shooting their wedding in January but they came to me with the need for a new family portrait because this wedding will mark the blending of their two families! We had about two days to plan for it and ended up giving Santa Cruz beach a try since their family already had plans to be there! We made do with the beautiful Northern California coastline :) They were all such a great group to work with and I can't wait to spend more time with you guys in January!


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TBFC- Well, it is looking like TBFC is going to run away with their division.
They already have a 2 game lead on the next closest team.
This week they play division foe, Suicide Kings and a win by TBFC combined with a Pilchards win would give them a 3 game lead in their division, pretty much locking it up in Week 5.
TNT- Stays here for the second week in a row.
They fight division foe, the Slayers this week, with the winner in first place in the division.
Can TNT roll on to another win or do they drop out of the division lead?
These and more questions will be answered this week.
Sandbaggers- Also leading their division and staying in the 3
spot for another week.
They take on the Point this week, and similar to TNT, if they lose, they get knocked out of sole possession of 1st in their division.
Dragon Slayers-
The Commish moves up to #4 this week.
Since this team drafted last, and is simply a victory away from leading their division, how can you not have anything but respect for Commish Fiorentino?
He is rapidly becoming the "Master of the DTFFL".
Slide down one spot cause they are one of many 2-2 teams, but the Slayers have to move in front of them by virtue of same record and later draft pick.
Of course, this team was built by Terry, who is mired in being the league doormat since he neglected his team.
Poor Terry is probably going to suffer another loss to the Undertakers this week.
Suicide Kings- Another 2-2 team.
It's looking tough this week since they are playing TBFC, whose
players seem to have woken up.
Of course, if they can pull out a win this week, then they will move up to second place.
What's the Point- This team is looking better and better every week.
Although they suffered a setback last week, their team seems to be getting better and better as the season goes on.
If they can somehow beat the Sandbaggers this week, they very likely could move up to the top 3.
C&D TD Makers- They climb out of the shit hole and make their way up in the standings.
Believe it or not, according to the waiver wire, which may or may not be right, they are actually the 5
best team.
It is likely that they will crush the Pilchards this week and end up with their first winning record in around 5 years.
can keep playing as well as they have, then this team could make a major surge in the next couple of weeks.
Mighty Caesars- Went from worst to middle of the pack.
They are now one of six teams that have a 2-2 record, and they really should be able to beat Show Me the Money this week.
However, as I've said before, this team usually starts out hot and then begins to fade come mid-season.
Show Me the Money- Well, Show Me is where they belong.
In the Shit Hole!
Goydo is just too easy year after year, cause he uses info that is week's old to draft.
Every year, I wish I was in his division, cause he practically guarantees division foes three victories.
Semolina Pilchards- You knew it was coming.
A strong first week, then only 1 or 2 victories over the next 9 weeks, and then they play .500 or better over the second half of the year.
They have a running game and nothing else.
It is likely that this team may move into a tie for the worst team after they lose to C&D this week.
Jaguars- They stink!
However, they made some moves to improve their quality, which means they now have two top backs to play each week.
While they are the league doormat this week, look for them to start inching their way back up to respectability.


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The Foundation Center
At one time the penniless grad student seemed a very romantic portrait. But now, those visions of waxing intellectual whilst donning your thick-rimmed glasses and smoking Gauloise cigarettes in your professor's weekly salon has been replaced by smelly, scary subway riders, a travel mug full of cheap coffee and a roommate who gives lectures on the terrors of bedbugs. What is the penniless grad student to do?
There are a number of grants out there for the plain ol' grad student or the grad student researcher that can help to cover project costs, rent and more. In this series, Show Me the Money, we will highlight for you some options for grant money – from financing your education to jump-starting your project with seed money. Today we take a look at The Foundation Center.
The Foundation Center is the one-stop-shop for the newbie or veteran grant researcher. As a newbie, it is easiest to use if you know the name of the funder, otherwise you might end up sifting through a lot of listings. A subscription will get you a more detailed search. At $19.95 a month it is not a bargain, but definitely worth splitting with a few friends. The site is not only home to search features, but also announces requests for proposals (RFPs) and news from the foundation world.
Not feeling the Internet? The Foundation Center's offices are open to visitors (79 5th Avenue at 17th Street). The Center's library is free and hosts big binders chock full of foundation asset information, including IRS 990 forms, grant application procedures and other information. If you are lucky, you might stop by on a day when the Center is hosting one of its free workshops. Topics range from proposal writing to grantseeking basics. Why not check out Finding Foundation Support For Your Education?
Make your stop on a Thursday and afterwards grab some fresh fruit and veggies from the Union Square Greenmarket. See, here at the library we try to nourish your mind and your body. You're welcome!


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Pope Francis Approves Study Of Vatican Archives Into McCarrick ScandalThe Vatican knew as early as 2000 that seminarians reported McCarrick pressured them to sleep with him.
After Settlement, Victim 5 In Sandusky Case Is 'Relieved'It has been nearly two years since the Jerry Sandusky sex abuse scandal began with the former coach's arrest, and more than one year has passed since he was convicted of sexually abusing young boys.
PSU Fans Excited For Season Opener Against Ohio UniversityWith a new school year students have not forgotten the late head coach Joe Paterno, but they are ready for the start of a new season.
Sex Abuse Victim To Sue 2 Bishops With Philadelphia TiesWith the second clergy sex abuse trial in Philadelphia set to begin in early September, lawyers for the abuse victim in that case are preparing civil litigation.
Fr. McCormick To Face Preliminary Hearing In August
2 Penn State Officials Held For Trial Following Sex Abuse HearingTwo Penn State officials can be tried on charges of lying to a grand jury about an allegation of child sex abuse against ex-Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, a judge ruled Friday.
Top Financial Advisor Of Archdiocese Of Philadelphia FiredThe top financial advisor of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has been fired.
Philadelphia Archdiocese's Sex-Abuse Chair Blasts CardinalThe head of the Philadelphia archdiocese's panel on priest sex-abuse is blasting the cardinal's response to the pedophilia crisis, and pulling back the curtain on the panel's long-secret operations.


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A Note about Bikepacking Hygiene/
As usual, I'm sure this post is not going to be news for many experienced bikepackers, but for those of you who are looking for clues, I hope this can contribute to your personal solutions to staying clean in the backcountry.
Good hygiene is especially important for cyclists... And even more so for cyclists who don't have regular access to showers.
For one, saddle sores can break a trip, and your best defense against saddle sores is a good saddle and good hygiene. (If you don't know what I mean by saddle sores, I'll let you Google t yourself.)
Bikepacking presents its unique set of challenges and opportunities. On one hand, you often don't have access to showers... Or they are overpriced at campsites. On the other hand, you are more likely to be in a remote place off of a trail and close to a natural body of water.
I'm not a doctor or a professional bikepacker (no such thing), but I've been on the trail for a month and found the following things to be successful and important to staying somewhat clean and saddle sore free.
- Bring two pairs of bike shorts. You want to be able to clean one pair after riding and have a fresh pair to put on the next day while the other pair dries.
- Clean your bike shorts after every day of riding, no matter what. Use a gentle soap like Dr. Bronner's to suds up the chamois and upper leg area. If you don't have soap, at least rinse it in water. The point is that your trying to clean off the sweat and bacteria that may have formed in your shorts over the day. I suggest mechanical agitation as well to get rid of bacteria.
- Clean yourself with soap and water. What's the point of cleaning your bike shorts if you don't clean yourself? If I'm at a place with a sink, I'll use a camp towel or even just paper towels in a system of damp towel, suds-y towel, and then damp towel to "spot clean". As base as this sounds, this can be done discretely in the bathroom of any lodge or restaurant. If you're near a water source in the backcountry, do the same using the free available water. I'm sure some of you will want to suggest individual disposable wipes (like baby wipes or special backpacking wipes). This may be all fine and good, but I opted to not carry the extra weight because I didn't like the idea of a film or residue being left by a wipe. I've never not been able to "freshen up" at the end of the day so far. You need water to drink or cook every night... So you usually have enough water to clean. If water is scarce, alcohol based hand sanitizer works on other parts of your body than just your hands.
- Put your toothbrush/ toothpaste somewhere convenient. There's nothing more annoying than getting ready for bed and realizing your toothbrush is buried somewhere in your pack. You're more likely to skip it that night than unpack. Leave it in an handy spot. Eating a lot of candy, dried fruits, sticky granola bars, etc. on the road probably wreaks havoc on ones teeth, and so it's even more important to brush.
- Bring dental floss. Not only should you be flossing more because you're eating more sticky sugars everyday, but dental floss is a great medium to repair a blown sidewall. Check out this IG photo from Justin Kline on tour with Beth Puliti in Tajikistan: https://instagram.com/p/29EKlGM86N/
- Neosporine and Tea Tree Oil will help mend saddle sores. Tea tree oil is a good anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and astringent. Apply after washing with soap and water followed by some neo or poly-sporine. They should improve noticeably overnight and really improve over a rest day.
- Bring wool clothing. Lightweight wool really goes a long way to staying odor free (or less odorous than most clothing), which is partially due to the natural anti-bacterial properties of wool. Sweat only has an odor after it sits and collects bacteria. Wool is very good at wicking away sweat, which helps right away. Secondly, the fibers of wool are not as smooth as those in synthetic fibers, which is a less bacteria-friendly environment. Icebreaker has a decent video about how wool works:
Alright. That about wraps it up on the hygiene front. It's off to bike Colorado! I'll be posting about Wyoming and the Wyoming basin soon enough.


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THE CULTURE WARS are all around us — and their fiercest warriors take the unlikeliest forms. Anita Hill is a plain, unassuming Minneapolis woman. But her ascension in the Lutheran Church as an openly lesbian pastor ignited a firestorm of controversy in the summer of 2001.
THIS Obedience follows Anita's journey as she clashes with the church over its tortured ruling that gays and lesbians be allowed to serve so long as they avoid homosexual sex. Anita refuses to abide by a ruling that ignores her committed relationship with her longtime partner.
Following her ordination at a ceremony that attracted church leaders from as far away as Europe and was covered by CNN and the Washington Post, the national Lutheran Church censures her congregation for "ecclesiastical disobedience."
It's a courageous documentary that takes on the strange and sticky links between gays and religion. But Jamie A. Lee and Dawn Mikkelson's film is wholly unapologetic as it seeks to expose the sheer hypocrisy of church members who espouse Christian rhetoric while excluding gays and lesbians.
As in any war, heroes abound. A group committed to ending the "spiritual violence" against gays and lesbians holds silent vigil outside the national meeting of the Lutheran Church. Agitators within the conference lobby fellow congregants to support an end to the ban on gay and lesbian pastors in committed relationships. In the end, justice moves slowly. The church-wide assembly agrees only to "study" the matter and report back to the congregation in 2005. The hopes of Anita and her companions are dashed.
Ultimately, it's Anita's faith — enduring and resolute — that sustains her. Of course, that's the real joy of this powerful documentary. Sure, this is a story about religion, sexuality and politics. But more that that, it's a story about belief, the very force that compels so many of us to get out of bed every day and continue marching even when we're exhausted, even when others beat us down.


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Quick index:
- Links to useful information about the application and admission process
- The Application Components
- Basic Academic Requirements
- Submission Address
- Application Deadlines
- Application Review Process
- Questions??
- Contacting us regarding your graduate application/admission
Links to useful information about the application and admission process
While the Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology administers its own graduate program, including the admissions process, the processing of applications (prior to their review for admission into this program) is centrally administered by the College of Pharmacy for the sake of efficiency. The College of Pharmacy staff maintain much useful information about the admissions and application process for all the graduate programs in the College on the college web site. That web page also has a link to answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) as well as information provided by the University Graduate School about the graduate program application and admission process.
Please see the list of basic academic requirements for eligibility for admission into the MCMP programs and a partial list of required components for the application, by degree and nationality status. Students that do not meet the basic eligibility requirements should not apply.
Questions? Need more information? Call 765-494-1362
The Application Components
For orderly processing of your application, the following items must be completed and/or submitted to us (see Submission Address, below):
- Electronic Application
After clicking on this link, create an account to begin applying to MCMP. Be sure to choose Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology as the primary program of interest.
- Statement of purpose
In this 300-500 word essay, you may wish to discuss your (i)your research experience, abilities and accomplishments; (ii) awards, and scholarly publications; (iii) professional goals; and/or (iv) any special circumstances applicable to your background. Also, please be sure to specify the MCMP faculty mentors and laboratories that interest you.
- Diversity Essay
The essay should only be completed by students graduating from a US high school. To be eligible for the Purdue Doctoral Fellowship, a 500 word or fewer diversity essay is required: "Describe your leadership, work experience, service experience, or other significant involvement with racial, ethnic, socio-economic, or educational communities that have traditionally been underrepresented in higher education, and how these experiences would promote a diversity of views, experiences, and ideas in the pursuit of research, scholarship, and creative excellence."
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts
- GRE General Test results (optional)
- International degree-seeking applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or Pearson Test of English (PTE) scores. Click here for more information on TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE.
- International degree-seeking applicants are required to submit a copy of their earned degrees in both English and their native language.
Additional information:
- Official test scores (GRE, TOEFL, and IELTS) must be sent to institution code 1631; no department code is necessary. Photocopied test scores are NOT accepted. (GRE test results are optional)
- While publications are not a requirement for admission to MCMP, if you have publications, be sure to provide a full citation for each one.
All application materials that are not submitted electronically should be sent to the following address:
Graduate Admissions Committee
Purdue University College of Pharmacy
Heine Pharmacy Bldg. Room 104
575 Stadium Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2091
Alternatively, materials may be submitted by Fax to 765-494-7880.
To check the status of your application:
- Go to the application website
- Log in and check your status
Basic Academic Requirements
Domestic Applicants
- Undergraduate Cumulative Grade Point Average:
3.0 or equivalent required
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE):
Optional -- no minimum score set
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Subject Test:
Not required, but recommended subject tests are Biology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry
International Applicants
- Undergraduate Cumulative Grade Point Average:
3.0 or equivalent required
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE):
Optional -- no minimum score set
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Subject Test:
Not required, but recommended subject tests are Biology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry
- English Language Proficiency- you need one of these (see this page for details):
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for Non-Native English Speakers
Minimum Score Required: 77 or equivalent on paper-based test; 100 or greater desired
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
An overall band score of 6.5 is required for admission. (7 or greater is preferred)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE)
An overall score of 58 is required for admission. (67 or greater is preferred)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for Non-Native English Speakers
- Test of Written English (TWE) for for Non-Native English Speakers
Not required, but recommended
If you do not meet the basic requirements described above, please do not submit an electronic application until you have contacted our graduate program staff.
Submission Address
Items that can be submitted electonically should be sent to firstname.lastname@example.com.
All application materials that are not submitted electronically should be sent to the following address:
Graduate Admissions Committee College of Pharmacy
Heine Pharmacy Bldg. Room 104
575 Stadium Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47909-2091
Alternatively, materials may be submitted by Fax to 765-494-7880.
Important: When submitting application materials or communicating about your application with the Graduate Programs Coordinator, please indicate that you are applying for admission into the graduate program in MCMP, since that individual processes applications for several programs.
Application Deadlines
Applications to MCMP should be submitted through the Graduate School and will be considered by the MCMP Admissions Committee, which consists of representatives from all MCMP Program areas. When applying, please note that entry into MCMP is for the fall semester only.
Deadline: Preferred consideration for fellowships will be given to applications received by December 15th. The final deadline for all applications and supporting documentation must be received by February 1st.
Applications will be reviewed beginning in November. Selected applicants will be invited to visit the Purdue campus (all expenses paid) during the months of January, February, and March.
Application Review Process
We would like to review your application within a few days of its submission, however, it must be complete and the application fee must be paid before it can be evaluated. The evaluation of eligible applications is done by at least one member of the departmental graduate admissions committee which consists of several professors in the department. Review of applications to MCMP is done on a "rolling" basis, meaning that they are reviewed and offers made (when appropriate) as the applications are received. Applications that are denied admission are sent written notice of this immediately. Applications that result in an offer of admission require some additional processing, and there can be a slight delay of a few days in getting such formal offer letters sent. Highly meritorious applications may be nominated for one or more University Fellowships. Individuals awarded such fellowships are contacted separately about that matter subsequent to their admission.
Some links which may help you answer your questions:
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is so gorgeous! For my husband's birthday I planned a surprise camping trip to Yosemite. Turns out planning a surprise camping trip with an unknown quantity of people can be a bit stressful. It all worked out perfectly though and we had an amazing trip! If you have never been to Yosemite I HIGHLY recommend you go-words can't describe it's beauty. Here are some of the highlights of this trip:
This is Dog Lake-not a very impressive name, but a phenomenal lake! From the Lembert Dome parking lot up in Tuolumne Meadows it's about an hour hike (uphill the whole way) but totally worth it. It's at just over 9,000 elevation with only a few peaks in sight that are any taller. We took a dip in the lake (beware of the mushy bottom) before heading back down.
This is Ellery Lake in Tioga Pass just outside of Yosemite National Park if you come in from the east. It's a beautiful precursor to the all the gorgeousness in the park.
Too bad I found this on the last day! We ran out of time to jump into that lovely waterfall-boo! It's definitely on my list for next trip!


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Split (IX) (2016)
Three girls are kidnapped by a man with a diagnosed 23 distinct personalities. They must try to escape before the apparent emergence of a frightful new 24th.
Though Kevin (James McAvoy) has evidenced 23 personalities to his trusted psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher (Betty Buckley), there remains one still submerged who is set to materialize and dominate all of the others. Compelled to abduct three teenage girls led by the willful, observant Casey, Kevin reaches a war for survival among all of those contained within him -- as well as everyone around him -- as the walls between his compartments shatter.
Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with 23 different personalities, abducts and keeps three teenage girls in his basement for unknown reasons. As Kevin's therapist delves deeper into his mysterious disorder, the girls must find ways to escape before a new and sinister 24th personality reveals itself.
After a birthday party in a mall, teenagers Casey Cooke, Claire Benoit and Marcia are abducted by a man. Soon they learn that the man has DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) with several personalities. His psychiatrist Dr. Karen Fletcher is aware of his personalities but does not suspect that he is the kidnapper of the three girls. Casey, tries to manipulate the weakest personalities to escape, but the stronger personalities fight back.
Three girls, led by the wittiest Casey are abducted by a man with a multiple personality disorder. He has 23 personalities and the girls have to find the ones that will help set them free. Yet, things get a little scarier when a frightening 24th persona, "The Beast", is coming for them.
Art class schoolmates, Casey, Claire, and Marcia are about to embark on a journey into pure nightmare when an innocent birthday party at a mall ends up in an abduction in broad daylight. 23 suppressed personalities reside inside Kevin Wendell Crumb, a shattered man with Dissociative Identity Disorder; however, from the horde that plagues Kevin, some identities are, inevitably, more sinister than others. Sooner or later, an elusive 24th "Beast" persona will emerge in all its glory, as an amalgam of Kevin's qualities and the highest form of human evolution. But, could the "Beast" be only a fantasy?
Casey is a withdrawn teenager, having been molested as a child by her uncle John, her legal guardian. While hanging out with her classmates, Claire and Marcia, the three are kidnapped by Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man suffering from dissociate identity disorder (DID). Kevin is in therapy with Dr. Karen Fletcher, who has identified 23 distinct personalities within Kevin; in his mind, these personalities sit in chairs in a room, waiting for "Dennis", the dominant personality, to grant them their turn "in the light" (in control). She has also found that Kevin's physiology changes with each personality. Recently, "Barry" has refused to allow "Dennis" or "Patricia" their turns, in part due to Dennis' tendencies towards bothering underage girls and Patricia's undesirable traits, and also because both appear to worship "The Beast", a yet-unseen 24th personality. Fletcher has found that she can bring back Kevin's own personality by speaking his full name..
- The film opens with a birthday party for Claire (Haley Lu Richardson). Her classmate Casey (Anya Taylor-Joy) was invited out of pity, as Claire tells her father (Neal Huff) that Casey frequently gets into trouble with teachers and gets sent to detention. Casey calls for a ride home but is told the car broke down. She's about to take the bus, but Claire's dad insists that she go home with them.
The girls leave along with another friend, Marcia (Jessica Sula). Claire's dad is approached by an unseen person. Moments later, the person, a man named Kevin (James McAvoy), gets into the car. Claire thinks he just got in the wrong car by mistake, but Kevin puts on a face mask and sprays the girls with some kind of toxin that knocks them out. Casey slowly attempts to open the door to get out, but Kevin gets her too.
Kevin brings the girls into a windowless room in an unknown location. He pulls Marcia out and takes her outside. After a brief moment, Marcia runs back into the room after she peed herself. She tells the others that Kevin wanted her to dance for him. Claire says they need to fight back together to get out. Casey is calm and says they need to find out what they are there for before they make any sort of move.
We see a flashback in which a 5-year-old Casey (here played by Izzie Leigh Coffey) is with her father (Sebastian Arcelus) and her Uncle John (Brad William Henke). They are both hunters, and they teach Casey how to hunt. Uncle John talks about hunting a deer but being distracted by the buck.
A therapist, Dr. Karen Fletcher (Betty Buckley), is watching a news report on the three missing girls and how Claire's father woke up to find the girls and his car gone. Karen then receives an email from someone named Barry, saying they need to speak and it is urgent.
Barry is really one of Kevin's multiple personalities. This "alter" is a sketch artist with a heavy Boston accent. He meets with Karen regularly in this persona.
The girls continue to try to find a way out. They look through a crack in the door and see what appears to be a woman talking to their captor. Claire and Marcia call to the woman for help. She approaches the door, but it is just Kevin wearing a skirt and high heels. This alter is known as Patricia, a polite British woman. Patricia assures the girls that their captor knows why they are there and that he is not allowed to touch them.
Karen is in a conference via Skype in which she discusses her patients, most of whom are suffering from DID (dissociative identity disorder), including Kevin. Karen talks about how some identities have capabilities that the other identities may not possess, as well as the way she can sense who has come to "the light" (which alter is in control). She adds that people with DID can change their body chemistry with their thoughts.
The girls meet another identity, Hedwig, who has the mannerisms of a 9-year-old boy. He claims that Patricia and Dennis (the persona that captured the girls) are mad at him and that he is in trouble. Casey talks to Hedwig in an attempt to get a way out of there by telling him that Patricia and Dennis are still mad at him and that he's in trouble. Hedwig leaves, and the girls start looking for a way out through the walls. Claire finds a hollow spot in the ceiling and starts breaking off the plaster. Hedwig starts to come back, but Casey and Marcia hold the door back as Claire tries climbing out. Kevin reverts to Dennis as Claire starts crawling through the vents. She finds an exit and starts running for help. She hides in a locker but her trembling breath is so loud that Dennis finds her. He orders Claire to take off her shirt because it's dirty. He then locks her in a room by herself.
In another session with Karen, Kevin returns as Barry. Karen doesn't believe she is really talking to Barry. She has noticed certain characteristics that Barry is displaying normally seen with other alters like Dennis, such as OCD. Barry insists that he's gotten better. Karen mentions that Kevin has 23 distinct identities. Kevin then becomes Dennis as Karen mentions a 24th identity, "The Beast", whom Dennis says is indeed real.
Patricia brings Casey and Marcia out for some food. Marcia is forced to remove her skirt and Casey takes off her flannel shirt. Patricia brings the girls into a dining room and starts to make another sandwich. He becomes upset when he accidentally cuts the sandwich crookedly, so he starts making another one. Marcia seizes the opportunity to take a chair and strike Patricia in the back with it. She runs out for help, and Casey tries to run too, but Patricia catches her and orders her to go to her room. Marcia is eventually caught as well and is locked in a room by herself.
Karen and her assistant Jai (M. Night Shyamalan) review security footage of outside the building. A trash bin is knocked over with garbage spilled everywhere. One couple walks around it, but Dennis walks right through it, which is something Karen believes is deliberate.
Hedwig talks to Casey playfully. He asks to kiss her, and she allows him to, though it is awkward. Hedwig mentions his music collection and how he likes to dance to some Kanye West. Casey asks him to show her his room and his music collection. He takes her there, and she mentions a window that's next to his music. It's just a drawing of a closed window over another drawing of an open window. Hedwig starts to realize that Casey is trying to escape. She becomes frightened and attempts to placate him. He pulls out a walkie-talkie, which Casey uses to start calling for help while fighting off Hedwig. Hedwig subdues Casey and takes the walkie back.
We see another flashback with Little Casey on a hunting trip. With her dad not around, Uncle John starts wanting to "play". He strips down to his underwear and tells Casey to take off her clothes because "animals don't wear clothes". Later, John emerges from behind a rock and sees Casey holding a rifle at him. He manages to take it back from her so that she doesn't pul the trigger.
Claire and Marcia attempt to escape using a wire to unlock the door from the outside Marcia's room. They are unsuccessful.
Karen goes to Kevin's home and is greeted by Dennis. He invites her inside and they continue to discuss The Beast, as well as "The Horde", which is the name given for the major identities that control Kevin (Dennis, Barry, Patricia, and Hedwig). Karen then becomes genuinely terrified. She goes outside and finds Claire trapped in her room, but Dennis pulls Karen away before she can help.
Casey finds a laptop with videos on every one of Kevin's identities. She sees one called Orwell, who discusses philosophy, and another named Jade, who is diabetic.
Dennis goes to an abandoned train car and starts to transform into The Beast. He is significantly taller and stronger than any other identity. He returns home and finds Karen writing something on a piece of paper. She grabs a small knife as he crawls on the wall and grabs her. Karen starts trying to stab him, but the knife breaks. The Beast then squeezes Karen until her spine snaps and she dies.
Casey gets out and tries to find the other girls. She finds Marcia dead with her stomach having been ripped open. Casey then finds Claire alive, but she gets dragged as The Beast starts attacking her. Casey finds the paper that Karen wrote on. It says "Say his name - Kevin Wendell Crumb". The Beast finds Casey, but she repeatedly shouts his name, making him revert to normal. We briefly see a flashback of Kevin's mother yelling at him as a child by saying his full name and telling him he's made a mess. Present Day Kevin has no memory of what he's done as Casey tells him he killed Karen, Claire, and Marcia. He tells Casey there's a gun in one of the cabinets, and that she must kill him. The major identities start to take control all at once. Casey runs as The Beast starts to come back.
Casey finds some shells and loads them into the gun. The Beast starts crawling up on the ceiling and starts taking out the lights, leaving Casey with no sight to shoot at him. The Beast attacks Casey, ripping her shirt and biting her leg, but she gets away. She closes herself in a cage and loads the gun with more shells. The Beast starts bending the bars to get in, but he then notices multiple scars on Casey's body. Another flashback shows Little Casey after her father's funeral, and John telling her he will be her new guardian. The Beast then proclaims that Casey is pure-hearted, and he leaves her alone.
Not long after, a man goes downstairs and finds Casey. He carries her outside to safety. She looks around on the outside and sees many animals in an enclosure. Medics arrive and take Casey in.
Kevin is somewhere by himself, with The Horde controlling him completely now. Patricia says that The Beast will protect them now.
The last scene is in a diner where people are watching a news report on what Kevin did. The anchorwoman mentions how The Beast identity displays characteristics of the animals in the enclosure where he worked. A patron mentions that the case is similar to a man in a wheelchair from 15 years earlier. When she can't remember his name, someone next to her replies, "Mr. Glass". We see that it is David Dunn (Bruce Willis; his character from "Unbreakable" in a surprise cameo). Fade out.


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Bunny Hop
Oh Easter! If you know us at all you know we love any holiday that gives us a chance to surprise and delight our kids with stories of magic and imagination.
So, of course, a giant bunny who loves everyone and wants to give treats to all the kids in the world while he (or she) magically hops all over the world in one night leaving perfect baskets in every home and pooping jelly beans is right up our alley!
Each year we send each other snap shots of what we find for our baskets and trade ideas for amazing goodies. Yes, our kids are beyond lucky and spoiled.... We love to see their eyes light up and the joy the magic of this day brings...
Not every child is so fortunate. So please in the spirit of Easter, consider donating to this amazing organization. Operation Easter Basket puts together Easter Baskets for disadvantaged youth ages birth - 16 in the Southern California area. Last year they gave out a little over 2,400 baskets! Run by Long Beach, California's one-man-super hero Justin Rudd this is an amazing local organization to contribute to.
That magic we love to see light up our own kids, should belong to every child.
Now as far as tradition goes, do you have any Easter Traditions that you love? For some reason the Easter Bunny always leaves our baskets right by the front door... Maybe because he doesn't have a lot of time... Bunny's got shizz to do. (It also helps with little eyes trying to peek!)
This year my family is leaving town on Easter morning... Crack of dawn style, so I wanted to not only get the baskets done early so I can pack and prep for trip... I wanted to include items that would keep the boys busy on the plane.
We also tend to favor small gifts and books over an abundance of candy. Although, a basket with out a chocolate bunny is just not a real easter basket.
Say hello to the Farm Sanctuary chocolate bunny in a box! (Also comes with chocolate vegan cream eggs... Say WHAT?!?!) Order yours here.
This year we were super excited about these little Easter Crackers from Meri-Meri. Not only are they adorable, but each one has a fun surprise for the kids to find inside.
We are also ALWAYS excited for any chance to give our kids books. This year The Day The Crayons Came Home by Drew Daywalt & Oliver Jeffers topped our list.
Art is king at our house, so these travel colored pencil cases were a perfect score for a family about to get on an airplane.
Mix that with a coloring book featuring each kids current obsession and we are golden!
We have both been searching high and low for a great easter egg, thats not really an egg, but also not crumby plastic. Well, behold how Target just seems to answer all our dreams again.
These Spritz wooden eggs are not only beautiful and fun for the kids to color, they will last forever.
If we needed more proof that we share a brain, Erin sent me pictures of her girls basket prep... And yep...
Market Baskets... Check.
Art Suppies... Check.
Stuffed Animals... Check.
Most importantly, do NOT forget the chocolate that you can steal from the Easter Basket... That is one of the best parts of any holiday. You better not touch their chocolate bunny, so make sure you fill at least one giant golden egg with the good stuff.
Happy Easter Basket Shopping to you from the TWH girls.


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Meet Sandra
First-what I know is that relationships have rough patches, and people in those relationships often must make difficult,-and even agonizing, choices. It has been exciting for me to help people make choices freely, without guilt or anxiety, in the pursuit of true happiness.
Surviving change
It has also been exciting to help relationships survive growth periods during which one person changes, and the other doesn't. With appropriate counseling and effort, neither partner need be left behind.
Surviving Fighting
Arguing is a part of every marriage. Trust me, after over 30 years of practice, and even longer as part of a marriage, I know this to be true. Fortunately, my husband and I talked about our difficulties – sometimes incessantly — and decided to arrange special times to work on our lives together without the children and with no other distractions. My passion in life has been helping people get through tough times.
Surviving infidelity
A particular challenge many couples face is unfaithfulness. I have seen the pain that causes and am grateful that I've been able to assist spouses forgive one another and reconnect in a new, more meaningful way.
I want you to reach that place where real communication flows, where you both respect and trust each other, where you know you can depend on one another. It is wonderful to love someone for life and to know that that person will always be there for you. With marriage counseling, you too can have what you deserve in life, a trusting, loving, caring marriage where you can depend on the person you deeply love.
Don't wait another day, when a real relationship is around the corner. I'd love to help you get there. I'd love to help you attain the love, respect, and trust you deserve.
B.A. Boston University, cum laude with distinction in psychology 1965-1969
M.A. Boston University, 1969-1970
All but dissertation in clinical psychology Boston University, 1970-1974
Certified Child Custody and Divorce Mediator
Professional Associations:
American Counseling Association
Association for Conflict Resolution


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It was an interesting wander around the University of Glasgow on Sunday. It dredged up a lot of old memories from my time at Glasgow (Caledonian) before I started at the University of St Andrews. I spent just over three months in what is quite possibly the worst place I have ever lived. I think the excitement of living on my own at 17 clouded the fact that the dampness was spreading throughout the flat. When I passed by it on Sunday it looks like it has been renovated. I will never forget the time that the bailiffs appeared at the door looking for the landlord. Fun times!
The walk around this area and the memories that came to me didn't dampen (ouch) my spirits though. It was a great day out, much better than the last trip to Glasgow, mainly because it was in an area that I knew a lot better. There was only three of us on the trip and it was great to meet someone new, Ash, she was a splendid guide for the day as well!
I've posted the photographs that I like below.


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Celebrating National Farmers Market Week Kick-Off!
Every August we celebrate National Farmers Market Week, and all the folks that make our farmers markets possible: the farmers, the bakers, the food makers. We also have to applaud you - the supporters of the farmers markets - your dedication to shopping in rain storms and heat waves is commendable. We can't thank you enough!
Yes, it can be easier to shop at the mega-grocery stores, but for true farmers market supporters, there are far more important reasons other than ease of shopping. Consider the reasons folks give for shopping at the farmers market:
- Freshest produce available - much of the produce which comes to the markets has been picked the morning of the market. Produce this fresh is at its peak flavor and has superior nutritional value.
- Focus on Local - Locavorism. Both the Downingtown and Malvern Farmers Markets feature producers from within a 35 mile radius of the market.
- Healthy eating - sure you can buy "special treats" at the market, but the overwhelming focus is on healthy fruits and veggies, meats, cheeses, breads and the like.
- Eating seasonally - many market shoppers love the parade of produce from spring to summer, fall into winter; savoring foods in season.
- Creating a demand for diversity and resiliency in our local food system by supporting the local farmers and producers who are consistent with non-GMO farming and production methods.
- Demanding organically grown produce and prepared foods; as well as meats an poultry raised respectfully without supplementation with hormones and antibiotics.
- Supporting the creation of small business opportunities for local producers.
- Knowing where your food comes from by developing relationships with the farmers and food producers.
But farmers market are more than just a source for food - there are complimentary benefits. Successful farmers markets become anchors for a vibrant community - providing a weekly meeting venue for residents, a common ground, a platform to exchange ideas and shared initiatives.
Establishment of a farmers market in a community is a great way to focus attention on the downtown area. Communities in economic recovery can benefit greatly from a farmers market. Studies have shown that community based farmers markets have a very positive impact on the economic stability and growth of that community. Research indicates farmers market shoppers not only shop at the farmers market, but also support other local merchants - a dry cleaner, pharmacy, gift shop and the like. This economic benefit of a farmers market was the determining factor when considering establishing markets in both Malvern and Downingtown.
We hope you'll help us celebrate National Farmers Market Week this week. Invite your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers to the market this week - share with them why you like to shop at the market, introduce them to your favorite members. And by all means - wish all of the vendors a happy national farmers market week!


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For someone who gets cranky when I'm hungry (also known as hangry), snacks are one thing you can always find in my purse. Foods that are quick to make and easy to pack are essential for people who get hangry easily. On a recent road trip I made to Connecticut to visit family, I needed a quick and easy snack to bring. I thought granola bars would be a nice recipe to try-they are healthy, quick to make, easy to pack, and are packed with oats that'll keep you full for hours. The only downfall to granola bars is that some varieties are rather bland. However, when I saw that Sally posted a granola bar recipe on her blog, I knew she wouldn't steer me wrong.
I decided to stick to the basics and make a chocolate chip granola bar, using Sally's recipe as a baseline. And boy are these bars anything but basic. These chewy granola bars have just the right amount of sweetness-the brown sugar and chocolate chips give these bars a sweet flavor without being overwhelmingly sweet. The oatmeal provides a perfectly chewy texture. The hint of cinnamon, vanilla, and Princess extract add a depth of flavor that make these bars far from some of the bland versions you find in stores. For all of you snack people, give these granola bars a try. Switch them up and add dried fruit, coconut, nuts, or just make them plain. However you decide to make them, you most definitely won't find yourself hangry as long as your have these delights within arms reach.
Chocolate Chip Granola Bars (adapted from Sally's Baking Addiction)
(12-16 granola bars)
1/2 cup brown sugar, loosely packed
2 Tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats (not quick oats)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (you can use milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
optional: 1/2 tsp Princess flavoring
To make a s'mores version add:
1/2 cup Mallow Bits
1/2 cup Honey Teddy Grahams, chopped into small pieces
Preheat oven to 350 degrees if you are using a glass baking dish, or 325 degrees if you are using a non-stick or dark colored baking dish. Spray an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray.
Combine brown sugar and butter until it makes a crumbly mixture (there should be pea-sized pieces of butter mixed throughout the brown sugar). Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, oats, chocolate chips, and cinnamon (add Mallow Bits and Teddy Grahams if you are making the s'mores version). Add the brown sugar/butter mixture and combine. Add the egg whites, applesauce, and extracts, mixing until just combined, careful not to over mix.
Spoon batter into prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes, or until sides just start to brown. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
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Nutritional Info
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 104.9
Total Fat: 3.5 g
Cholesterol: 3.9 mg
Sodium: 12.9 mg
Total Carbs: 19.1 g
Fiber: 1.2 g
Sugars: 9.4 g
Protein: 2.2 g
-Easy to make
-Easy cleanup
-Sweet but not too sweet
-Great for a snack or dessert
-Versatile-add dried fruit, nuts, or they are great without any add-ins!
-Hard to eat just one
Overall Rating: 5 out of 5
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Specializes in Athletic Mental Performance Training
Lauren Abarca's career trajectory is dynamic and is strongly focused on pushing the limits of high performance. She was a collegiate athlete and has played at the division 1 and division 2 level. Going more deeply into high performance, she recieved her Master's degree in Performance Psychology and was awarded an internship at IMG Academy, the world-leading provider of integrated academic, athletic and personal development. Now, Lauren facilitates individual and group sessions working with athletes, coaches, parents and business professionals to improve their impact through performance.
Lauren is currently working with Walbeck Baseball Academy and The Sacramento State University baseball team.
She has lots of other fantastic experience.