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TFK catches up with a rising star, musician Lizzie Sider
Lizzie Sider, 15, is a triple threat: she plays keyboard and guitar, and she sings. But the young country singer is anything but threatening: her music carries a message of hope for kids who have been bullied. Lizzie has just been included on the Country Music Association's list of Who's New to Watch in 2013. She came by the TFK office to talk about her growing musical career, charity work, and dreams for the future.
How did your musical career begin?
When I was a toddler, I would line up the stuffed animals in my bedroom and perform for them. Performing has always been in my heart. I am from south Florida, but I spent my summers in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. I think that's where I get my country influences. When I was five years old, I saw my very first musical theater production there. The next summer I started in the children's theater program. I went on from there to sing national anthems for sporting teams. My first was for the Red Sox at Fenway, when I was 9, and since then I have sung for the Florida Panthers, Miami Marlins, and LA Dodgers.
Did you ever want to be an actress?
For a time, I did think I might want to do musical theater, but country has always been in my soul. I began playing the piano when I was six, and then picked up the guitar a few years ago, so I moved more in the direction of a performance artist. But I would love to do both. Actually, I'd love to work in all areas of the entertainment industry!
How did you learn how to play guitar and piano?
When I was around three years old, I would sit at my piano and play notes I thought sounded good together. At age six, I began formal lessons. In the beginning it was hard for my parents to get me to practice, but as the years went on, they couldn't take me away form the piano. It's become a comfortable place for me, and kind of my sanctuary. I have been playing guitar for a couple of years now, and I just started learning how to play the fiddle, which is really fun.
Who are your musical inspirations?
My parents have always taught me to have well-rounded taste in music. Growing up, we listened to Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and George Strait. I've always gotten inspiration not just from country artists, but different types of singers, too. I love Foreigner, The Monkeys, and Leona Lewis. Some of my current inspiration is Kelly Clarkson, Eva Cassidy, and Faith Hill. I love so many different artists, and all of them are a part of me.
Your debut single was called "Butterfly." What was the inspiration for that song?
It is about my experience being teased in elementary school. During those years I would come home crying almost every single day. It was a really hard time for me. One day before I left for school, my dad told me that nobody has the power to ruin your day. That was really life changing for me, because I learned how to rise above situations where people tried to put me down. I want "Butterfly" to inspire others who have been teased or knocked down, to help them feel free like a butterfly.
Does your album have a theme?
All eight songs I either solely wrote or co-wrote. I love taking from personal experiences, which makes my songs so much fun to perform. I keep a binder of all the songs I've written. It's fun to look back on.
You've been included in the Country Music Association's list: Who's New to Watch in 2013. How does that feel?
It's really cool to be mentioned by such a high authority, especially in Nashville [Tennessee] where there are so many talented artists and people trying to make it doing the same thing I am. It's a great accomplishment and an honor.
Is there anyone you would like to do a duet with?
I have always dreamed of doing a duet with Charles Kelley from Lady Antebellum. I find his voice and stage presence really incredible.
Earlier this year, you paid a visit to St. Jude's Children Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. What other sort of charity work have you done?
I am part of a few organizations. One is called GWEN: Global Women's Empowerment Network. It helps victims of mental and physical abuse. I am also involved with a group called I'm Bully Free. I want to help kids who have been teased like I once was, using the same themes in my song "Butterfly." What I truly want to do with my career is to inspire, be a positive role model, and reach as many people as I can.


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GM sells just 281 Chevy Volts in February, Nissan only moves 67 Leafs
by Sebastian Blanco (RSS feed) on Mar 1st 2011 at 7:47PM
Peruse Chevrolet's February sales release, and you'll notice one number that's blatantly missing: the number of Chevy Volts sold. The number a very modest 281 is available in the company's detailed data (PDF), but it certainly isn't something that GM wants to highlight, apparently. Keeping the number quiet is a bit understandable, since it's lower than the 321 that Chevy sold in January.
Nissan doesn't have anything to brag about here, either (and it didn't avoiding any mention of the Leaf sales in its press release). Why? Well, back in January, the company sold 87 Leafs. In February? Just 67. Where does that leave us? Well, here's the big scorecard for all sales of these vehicles thus far:
Volt: 928
Leaf: 173
Ouch. The big questions, of course, revolve around one word: "Why?" Is ramping up production and deliveries still a problem? Is demand weak? Are unscrupulous dealers to blame? When will sales start to climb? And what are these numbers doing to plug-in vehicle work at other automakers? We don't know all the answers, but for more on February auto sales, click here.
[Sources: General Motors, Nissan]

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Irreverent director Waters to speak
Posted March 25, 2010; 10:32 a.m.
"This Filthy World," a presentation by film director John Waters that will be part lecture and part vaudeville performance, is set for 8 p.m. Thursday, March 25, in McCosh 50.
Waters will speak about the formative influences on his career, Hollywood, the art world, social taboos and modern culture in general.
Waters began his career making low-budget underground films. His first full-length feature film, "Mondo Trasho," appeared in 1969. He first came to public attention with "Pink Flamingos" (1972), "Female Trouble" (1974), "Desperate Living" (1977) and "Polyester" (1981). Waters then entered the mainstream with "Hairspray" (1988) and "Cry-Baby" (1990), which were later adapted to the stage. Those successes were followed by "Serial Mom" (1994), "Pecker" (1998), "Cecil B. DeMented" (2000) and "A Dirty Shame" (2004).
Waters writes all his screenplays and is the author of several books, including "Crackpot: The Obsessions of John Waters" (2003). In addition, he is a photographer whose work appears internationally in galleries and art museums.
The event is sponsored by the Spencer Trask Lecture Fund of the University Public Lecture Series and the Performance Central program of the Lewis Center for the Arts.


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Mexico City, August 4, 2014--The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on the state congress in Sinaloa to repeal a law passed on Wednesday that would severely restrict the ability of the press to report on crime scenes and criminal investigations. Local congressmen presented a bill on Friday that would repeal the law, according to an official statement. As the congress is in recess, the bill will not be voted upon until August 21, the statement said.


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20 gauge guns......
In MHO,,, not the best to start a young shooter with,, UNLESS the shooter is so small that a 12 gauge is to bulky to shoulder...
The reason I say this,is the 20 gauge guns are light, coupled with the normal higher operating pressures that is inherent with 20 gauge ammo,, the FELT recoil is just awful!
There are load recipes available for the 20 that you can use that are reduced, and have a 3/4 ounce shot capacity for TARGET shooting,,and maybe dove hunting. SOME autoloaders will not however cycle these loads..
As stated above,, right NOW its impossible to find powder... Right NOW its Powder,,, a few months ago it was primers...Wads are usually easy to find...
As far as a press...
Mec 600 single stage! base model. It will out last You and your granddaughter. Many are available on EBay used,,, for cheap,, just look for one that is clean, and taken care of.. I have seen nice ones go for as little as 50.00.. Bullet proof press.
A step up is the mec sizemaster. a bit more expensive, but has a unique sizing collet that works well for ammo to shoot in autoloaders. The collet is adjustable.
Very nice press... this is what I own, in 12, 16,, and 20 gauge.
Of course then comes a powder measuring scale.... a MUST!!! You MUST purchase a Scale!!
If it were me,,, I would buy the manual,,and read. Then slowly make the purchases you decide on as components become more plentiful..
In the mean time..
Winchester makes what are called Win-Lite ammo. they are quality loads that are reduced for low recoil... If you decide on a 20 guage gun.. (really suggest a break open double barrel) with the reduced reciol factory loads,You can make sure this is something your granddaughter is going to enjoy.
I bet eventually though,, She will step up to a 12 guage gun..
I do honestly believe that a young shooter is at a disadvantage shooting a 20 gauge with steel shot for waterfowl..,, and then again,, you are back to high pressure FAST FPS with steel loads,,and the FELT recoil goes up!!


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After this season should we resign him or let him walk?
Also if you guys were GM who would you resign out of all of our free agents?
After this season should we resign him or let him walk?
Also if you guys were GM who would you resign out of all of our free agents?
If he doesn't recover I think we might just have to let him go if he won't take a pay cut. The plus is we will probably have enough money to sign a number 1 WR from FA if we let him go but this guy was the number 1 pick and a perennial pro bowler but has been dropping for quite a while now from injuries.
First Id make him get a haircut and turn that ****ing hat around.
After that Id offer him a 3-4 year deal at above average LT money. If he dosent want it......... later bro.
Resign Hartline, Starks, and S Smith for sure.
Let em walk and kick martin to LT. We cant lock up joe thomas type money on him he is breaking down, spend the $ on playmakers.
Unfortunately he will probably walk after this season. His play has been average at best and I'm not sure he fits the mold of an athletic zone blocking Tackle in Philbin's offense. Special players fit any system but the eyeball doesn't lie.....he is not a cut blocker. Lets hope Martin keeps developing. Its always good to have a backup plan.
Dick Butkus: "I wouldn't ever set out to hurt anyone deliberately unless it was, you know, important like a league game or something."
Let him walk...unless he agrees to a reasonable contract.
If he isn't in the future plans, I would much rather get something for him than just let him walk. Maybe a tag and trade?
If we want to keep him, we may franchise him one year to see his body comes around, but that rarely seems to happen in the NFL for linemen. No way I sign him long term elite LT money when we have such big needs at play making positions at WR, C, S, and TE.
tag or re-sign him.... unless you want the fins drafting a LT in the first round .....
He deserves top tier money. Re-sign your own. Finding LT's are hard to do. Plus, remember he is playing hurt. He easily could have sat with his numerous injuries, but each and every week he suits up and plays hard.
I would do a deal with him. Tag Smith. Attempt to re-sign Hartline and Starks. Bush I would let play the market.


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I feel a great disturbance in the Force.
Thanks for the great, comprehensive photos!
As a note - the Saga Legends and Mission Series album names are mismatched.
As for what else to see? Perhaps more angles of the Vintage packaging, if possible. I'm really itching for Hasbro to show some items that haven't already been revealed, so I hope their panel brings a good amount of newness tomorrow.
The Slave I is cheaper now at $70, but the TRU X-wing is $60. The Death Star Trench Run, where this version of the X-wing debuted (as a retool of a retool), was $100 and came with Vader's TIE and three repacked figures . . . I think $50 would move more of these. They probably should have put Biggs' astro droid on the box art as well. The Gunship looks great, and the nose art looks to be optional - I would think about getting two of these but the $120 pricetag - three times what it cost in 2002 and a $50 jump from 2009, albeit without the figures and gunner pods - is a little ridiculous.
The "Droid Factory" set is a head scratcher. Assuming the Sandtrooper and Battle Droid will be the correct versions when released, this set accounts for the entire first wave of cancelled Legacy Collection figures. So now there are only a few figures we knew about that haven't been announced for release - Mace, Rex, A-wing Pilot, and build-a-droids R5-X2 and R8-B7. The theme for the set is "these figures were supposed to come out in a wave together several months ago," and that ain't a great theme. What's really odd is that these were all army builders (aside, maybe, from Backstabber), and I would have liked several of the maroon droid, 212th Clone Trooper, and Geonosian Warrior. Some of these figures have shown up in Walmart's computers, so either they've been cancelled as basic releases or they'll still be coming in both avenues. I'd really like more information on this, which I'm sure they'll provide at tomorrow's panel.
While I don't collect them, I like the designs on the new Angry Birds II characters. Though I do find it odd that Lando and Mace have to be the same color as their actors while every other human character doesn't . . . I know that's Rovio and not Hasbro, but it's odd.
We will see more things after their panel presentation.
... I hope the presentation and whatever you see after their panel is just absolutely spectacular.
Because so far . . . I'm rather underwhelmed by what I've seen so far.
The only standard scale figure I'm interested in is the biker scout, and that's because I want one to correct the screwed up one that came with my speeder bike. Nothing else interests me that's coming out in at least this first wave.
Out of the new six inch line, R2 is a must buy. I'll have to think long and hard about sand troopers . . . because I'll want two of those if they release Darth Vader and he looks good. Otherwise, the only other six inch figure I really want to get my hands on is a C-3PO. Anything else outside of those . . . is going to have to be absolutely mind blowing for me to want to pick it up. So out of those, there's 2 figures currently announced that I want (one I might buy twice) and two figures that I don't even know for sure are coming out or not.
The vehicles while awesome . . . are also far too expensive for me anymore so I won't be picking up any of them.
Last year was a slow year for me. So far this year I've bought almost nothing due to no stock or re-stocked figures no one wants. Now we're getting a whole new line of stuff that just doesn't interest me.
...Here's hoping they show us something spectacular for the future . . . If we ever see it if this first wave doesn't wind up just sitting on shelves . . .
I don't know. Maybe I'm losing interest in this hobby at this point.
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Yeah, wake me when they actually show something new.
JabbaJohn, I'll try to get more pics of the Vintage packaging, but the display layout is really tight for most of that stuff, either right on top of the next pieces, or right up against the shelf above it, so that's why there's some angles of stuff from overhead and such.
Good catch on the SL and MS stuff, I had a rough start with numbering and finally gave up on that system, it wasn't remotely as helpful as I had expected it'd be, after that it started to get easier.
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I'm not impressed at all by their display. Maybe the slide show will generate some excitement but I wouldn't hold my breath. efx has generated alot of excitement. They have the new hero ST lid along with armor recast from an original and complete set of ANH armor. They are making an ESB Boba Fett helmet cast off of the original and are in the process of making a studio scale 4' star destroyer. Lots to look forward to.
...and by "something new" I was NOT referring to the Angry Birds garbage.
Ah well, as long as we get to see photos of wave 2 of the 6" line, then this SDCC won't be a total loss.


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There are lots of theories about what's wrong with Maine's economy. Some people think the anemic nature of the state's fiscal health should be blamed on our high taxes. Other folks fault the Legislature's profligate spending. Excessive business regulations get their share of criticism, as do lackadaisical efforts to encourage development.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Beardsley is reported to have told an Aroostook County radio station that his son had to seek work elsewhere because Maine "wasn't Christian enough."
With all due respect to Beardsley, who appears to be suffering from a serious imbalance in his medications, I don't believe it's any of those things. So, what is it?
It's the stupidity, stupid.
Consider the case of the "12 Town Group," an alliance of selectmen from a dozen York County towns that recently sent letters to every member of the Legislature calling for a 1 percent increase in the sales tax for the next two years and a 5-cent hike in the gasoline tax for 18 months.
"No economic challenge in our past was ever resolved without bold vision, risk taking and sensible action," the letter says. "A bold approach is called for today as well."
Funny, but I can't recall any previous recession that was solved by anybody in Maine doing anything either "bold" or "sensible." I do remember budget gimmicks — like selling the state's wholesale liquor business — that cost more revenue in the long term than they provided in the short term. I can recollect instances in which taxes were increased "temporarily," only to remain high for many years longer than originally promised. There were phantom funds transfers from one fiscal year to another to make it look like the books were balanced. But mostly, I have memories of those downturns coming to an end because the national economy finally turned around for reasons nobody could adequately explain.
What's notable about the selectmen's letter is that it ignores an obvious question: If higher taxes are all that's required to end the recession, why don't these towns raise property taxes? I don't suppose the answer has anything to do with the selectmen's fears that if they proposed doing that, the voters (many of whom, as Bill Beardsley has warned us, aren't Christians) would string them up from the street lights their towns can no longer afford to operate.
It's always easier if somebody else takes the blame. Somebody in Augusta, for instance.
But legislators already have their own opportunity to exercise stupidity. In late February, the Maine Revenue Forecasting Committee (motto: We Picked The Kansas City Chiefs To Win Last Year's World Series — How Were We To Know They Aren't A Baseball Team?) issued its revised projections for the amount of money the state could expect to collect between now and June 30, 2011. That figure was up $51 million over the previous estimate. Although, it was still well below the five or six estimates the committee came up with before that.
In other words, they haven't gotten it right since Maine had more Christians than it knew what to do with.
So, why believe them now? According to news reports, Mike Allen of Maine Revenue Services, a committee forecaster, told the Legislature's Appropriations Committee that the future of the economy was tough to predict, what with so many variables and all.
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White awarded Charles Ives Fellowship
Posted March 27, 2003; 11:26 a.m.
Barbara White, assistant professor of music , is one of two recipients of the Charles Ives Fellowship, which is offered annually to established composers by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. The $15,000 award will be presented at a ceremony in May in New York City.
White has been commissioned by the Chamber Music America Rural Residencies, the American Composers Forum and the National Endowment for the Arts' Continental Harmony initiative, the New York New Music Ensemble, the Boston Musica Viva and the Fromm Foundation.
White joined the Princeton faculty in 1998. She spent the 2000-01 academic year as a Bunting Fellow at the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study.
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I also dont think teams use that as a reason to get rid of a player. Only fans have that train of thought. The team has 2 things in mind. Winning, and the business aspect. If they decide that he can no longer help the team, whether healthy or not, then yea, I could definitely see them terminating the contract. but, damn that would cost them a ton of $
As of right now, I have no idea what they'll do.


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This year's product news from Volvo Penta include the new 9-litre D9 diesel engine and the world's highest-power diesel engine program so far for sterndrives - the new D6-350 and the D4-260.
On the accessories side, noteworthy new items include an entirely new system for trim planes and a silent, belt-driven bow thruster.
The Volvo Penta D9-500 is a robust 9-litre diesel engine with new engine electronics and an innovative turbo. With its 500 h.p., compact design and high torque even at low engine speeds it is perfectly adapted for patrol boats, fast fishing boats and other demanding marine applications.
Volvo Penta's new 16-litre is a power package for truly demanding applications. The engine is based on Volvo's thoroughly tested 6-cylinder design, but contains several new features including an electronic control system that provides added operational reliability and optimal combustion.
Volvo Penta introduces two new diesel engines for electrical power generation: TAD721GE at 180 kVA and TAD722GE at 200 kVA.
Volvo Penta's new 9-liter engine for processing machines, special vehicles and electrical power generation represents many technological advances. The leading is EMS 2 - an entirely new electronic control system that optimizes both performance as well as fuel-efficiency and also enables the engine to be easily integrated with other machine electronics.
This year, Volvo Penta is also launching the D3-160 engine with a Duoprop drive, suitable for twin installation in sport cruisers of up to approx. 30 feet in length.
• Volvo Penta is delivering diesel engines to newly built tourist boats that will traffic one of China's extensive inland lake systems. The environmental features of the engines were decisive in the Chinese authorities' selection of supplier.
• Volvo Penta is listed as the total supplier of engines and propeller driveshaft systems for an exclusive megayacht being built in the Ukraine.
• Australian Mustang Cruisers continues to increase its sales of ultra-modern sports cruisers. In a short time, Volvo Penta has become the main supplier of engines to this fast-growing boat builder.
• As the fishing industry in Iceland is undergoing change, the demand for high performance engines for high speed fishing boats is growing. Volvo Penta's D12-650 engine provides these boats with the features that are ideal for small scale fishing.
• Volvo Penta in Brazil has received orders for auxiliary engines and complete genset systems from two shipyards in Rio de Janeiro.
• Volvo Penta's 12-litre diesel engines are gaining increasing numbers of customers among machine producers worldwide. When KCI Konecranes of Finland, a leading manufacturer of lifting equipment, secured a major order for gantry cranes, the power unit chosen was Volvo Penta's 12-litre engine.
Göran Gummeson is appointed the new President of Volvo Penta. He succeeds Staffan Jufors, who was earlier appointed President of Volvo Trucks.
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Nelson, Petta awarded prestigious Packard Fellowships
Posted October 31, 2008; 11:38 a.m.
Celeste Nelson, an assistant professor of chemical engineering, and Jason Petta, an assistant professor of physics, have been chosen to receive the highly selective David and Lucile Packard Foundation's Fellowships for Science and Engineering.
ACC begins implementing strategic plan on high-risk drinking
Posted October 31, 2008; 11:29 a.m.
The Alcohol Coalition Committee (ACC), a group of students, faculty and staff appointed last year to address high-risk drinking among undergraduates, is continuing its work this year.
CPUC meeting scheduled for Nov. 10
Posted October 31, 2008; 11:20 a.m.
The Council of the Princeton University Community (CPUC) will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in 101 Friend Center. All members of the University community are invited to attend.
Black Arts Company: Dance presents fall show
Posted October 31, 2008; 11:10 a.m.
The Black Arts Company: Dance will present its fall show titled "The 2008 BAC Awards" Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 13-15, in the Frist Campus Center Theater.
Video: Groundbreaking for OIT's new home
Posted October 30, 2008; 05:52 p.m.
Representatives from the University, West Windsor Township and other groups took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for 701 Carnegie, OIT's future home.
The new Butler College
Posted October 30, 2008; 04:45 p.m.
Archbishop of Lublin on campus Nov. 4-5
Posted October 30, 2008; 02:59 p.m.
The Princeton Institute for International and Regional Study's Program in Contemporary European Politics and Society will host Józef Życiński, the archbishop of Lublin and a noted Polish Catholic intellectual, for two days of lectures and dialogues Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 4-5. The events will launch the "Europe and Its Identity" fall lecture series.
Crossing the Lines: Kashmir, Pakistan, India
Posted October 30, 2008; 01:24 p.m.
Zia Mian and Pervez Hoodbhoy explore the disputed territory of Kashmir. A full-length version is available on the Princeton YouTube channel.
Princeton hosts World Cultural Council awards
Posted October 30, 2008; 11:41 a.m.
Two leading scholars in the fields of education and science will be recognized Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the 25th annual award ceremony of the World Cultural Council. The ceremony will be hosted by Princeton University and is free and open to the public.
As a citizen scientist, Mian informs South Asian nuclear debate
Posted October 30, 2008; 11:30 a.m.
Zia Mian has embraced the role of citizen scientist since he began pondering nuclear disarmament issues more than two decades ago. A research scientist with the Program on Science and Global Security in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Mian uses his training as a physicist to inform international policymakers, government officials and the general public about the dangers of nuclear weapons.
Krauss to trace history of 'law and economics' movement
Posted October 29, 2008; 06:52 p.m.
Michael Krauss, a faculty member at the George Mason University Law School, will speak on "Law and Economics: Enemy or Friend of Classical Liberalism?" at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, in 10 East Pyne.
German artists to speak on 'Places of Remembrance'
Posted October 29, 2008; 06:39 p.m.
Berlin-based conceptual artists Renata Stih and Frieder Schnock will deliver a lecture, "Places of Remembrance," at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Princeton University Art Museum. The event will celebrate the installation of their Bavarian Quarter Lightboxes at the entrance to the Department of German near East Pyne.
Barnett to speak on communication between China and Dalai Lama
Posted October 29, 2008; 06:23 p.m.
Robert Barnett, director of the Modern Tibetan Studies Program at Columbia University, will address the question of "Why Can't China Talk With the Dalai Lama?" at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Anthropologist to deliver Geertz Commemorative Lecture
Posted October 29, 2008; 06:09 p.m.
Philippe Descola, internationally renowned for his anthropological research among indigenous communities of the upper Amazon region, will deliver the Clifford Geertz Commemorative Lecture at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in McCosh 10.
Abbott v. Burke is subject of panel discussion
Posted October 29, 2008; 05:32 p.m.
A panel discussion titled "The Promise of Abbott v. Burke" on the landmark New Jersey Supreme Court case regarding state funding equity is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, in 16 Robertson Hall. The discussion is being held in conjunction with the art exhibit "The Achievement Gap - A Look at the Abbott Districts" by photographer Randall Hagadorn on display in the Bernstein Gallery. A reception will immediately follow the discussion.
Symposium showcases research talent
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:27 p.m.
Research on topics ranging from immigration to the poetry of Horace will be presented at this year's Princeton Research Symposium from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Friend Center.
Traub to discuss U.S. and U.N.
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:27 p.m.
James Traub, author of "The Best Intentions: Kofi Annan and the U.N. in the Era of American World Power," will speak on the past and the future of the United States and the United Nations at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Conference examines democracy in global south
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:23 p.m.
"Urban Democracy and Governance in the Global South" is the focus of a conference set for 8:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, in 219 Burr Hall.
Financial crises are topic of forum
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:19 p.m.
"Regional and National Financial Crises: Roots, Results and Responses" is the title of a forum sponsored by the Policy Research Institute for the Region from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Turok to speak about universe's beginning
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:16 p.m.
Former Princeton faculty member Neil Turok, a pioneer of theoretical cosmology, will speak on "What Banged?" at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, in Reynolds Auditorium, A02 McDonnell Hall.
NAACP official discusses political threat to black Americans
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:12 p.m.
NAACP official and writer Lee Daniels will discuss his new book, "Last Chance: The Political Threat to Black America," at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Roundtable will examine election's aftermath
Posted October 29, 2008; 03:09 p.m.
Prominent Princeton scholars of politics and public affairs will examine the results of the 2008 presidential election in a roundtable discussion titled "Election '08: The Aftermath" at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in 101 Friend Center.
Free vaccines offered at FluFest
Posted October 29, 2008; 02:57 p.m.
University community members can obtain free flu vaccines at University Health Services' annual FluFest event Nov. 5, 6 and 10, and enjoy the Cirque de Santé health and wellness fair. Flu shots and nasal-spray flu vaccines will be available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 5-6, and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in the Frist Campus Center Multipurpose Rooms.
Actor, composer present 'Penelope'
Posted October 29, 2008; 02:33 p.m.
"Penelope," a music and theater performance written and presented by award-winning actor and playwright Ellen McLaughlin and composed for a string quartet by Sarah Kirkland Snider, will be staged at 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 4-5, in Taplin Auditorium, Fine Hall.
Dorsky to screen three films
Posted October 29, 2008; 02:28 p.m.
Experimental filmmaker Nathaniel Dorsky, a lecturer in visual arts in the Lewis Center for the Arts at Princeton, will present a screening of three new films and discuss his work at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, in the Stewart Film Theater, 185 Nassau St.
Yazdani named one of 'Brilliant 10' by Popular Science magazine
Posted October 29, 2008; 10:54 a.m.
Popular Science magazine has named Princeton's Ali Yazdani, a professor of physics, one of its "Brilliant 10" in its seventh annual listing of top young scientists.
Holmes to receive 2009 Lyapunov Award
Posted October 27, 2008; 05:53 p.m.
Philip Holmes, the Eugene Higgins Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, has won the 2009 Lyapunov Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Map shows campus polling stations
Posted October 27, 2008; 04:05 p.m.
Residents of the Princeton University campus can find the location of their polling stations for Election Day through an online chart and map.
Buruma to deliver three lectures on democracy and religion
Posted October 27, 2008; 03:57 p.m.
"No Divine Right: Religion and Democracy on Three Continents" is the title of a series of lectures to be presented at 8 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 3, 10 and 17, in McCosh 10.
Princeton scientists create a 'cauldron of brainstorming'
Posted October 27, 2008; 11:07 a.m.
The Princeton Center for Theoretical Science, which formally opened its new quarters on the fourth floor of Jadwin Hall in September, serves as a meeting place for scientists of disparate backgrounds. Mathematics and the principles of physics are the common language spoken here. And the willingness to cross the boundaries of various scientific disciplines -- either to find answers that relate to one's own area or to seek out new questions elsewhere -- is the price of admission.
Self-defense program for women offered
Posted October 27, 2008; 10:22 a.m.
The University's Department of Public Safety is offering a free program of self-defense tactics and techniques for women on four evenings in November.
University's online video presence expands
Posted October 24, 2008; 03:29 p.m.
The University has expanded its online video presence with the creation of the Princeton YouTube channel.
Her husband bakes, Scalia sings: Ginsburg describes the lighter side of the Supreme Court
Posted October 23, 2008; 08:30 p.m.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg provided a rare inside look at the human side of the venerable institution in an appearance Thursday at Princeton University, giving the audience a peek at the personal interactions of the justices and how they maintain friendships despite disagreeing on issues.
Student work: Camera stabilization senior thesis
Posted October 23, 2008; 12:40 p.m.
Zennen Clifton, class of 2008, profiles a camera stabilization platform developed by Engineering School classmates Taofik Kolade and Mike Wood for their senior thesis.
Transportation and Parking Services works to meet sustainability goal
Posted October 23, 2008; 10:27 a.m.
One goal of the Sustainability Plan adopted by the University in February is to decrease by 10 percent the number of cars commuting to campus on a daily basis by the year 2020 in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and decrease impervious ground cover on campus. Ten percent may not sound like much. But when there are 4,877 faculty and staff with 7,878 parking decals, Kim Jackson comes up with the nice round number of 500 fewer cars.
Proposals sought for sustainability funding
Posted October 22, 2008; 04:48 p.m.
Faculty, staff and students are invited to apply for support for sustainability projects on campus through the University's High Meadows Foundation Sustainability Fund. The deadline for proposals is Friday, Nov. 21.
Sustainability consortium to meet at Princeton
Posted October 21, 2008; 03:25 p.m.
Members of the growing college and university sustainability practitioner community will be on Princeton's campus Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 27-28, for their annual conference.
Tilghman named chair of association of research institutions
Posted October 21, 2008; 01:00 p.m.
Princeton University President Shirley M. Tilghman has been named chair of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a nonprofit organization representing 60 of the nation's leading public and private research universities, as well as two major universities in Canada.
Choueiri elected president of the Lebanese Academy of Sciences
Posted October 20, 2008; 12:08 p.m.
Edgar Choueiri, a professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, has been elected president of the Lebanese Academy of Sciences.
Promoting community involvement to help schoolchildren succeed
Posted October 20, 2008; 09:09 a.m.
Hugh Price, the former head of the National Urban League, has been a lifelong advocate for civil rights and equal opportunity. Now he's passing along lessons from his 40-year career in education and urban policy to Princeton students.
Princeton, Harvard glee clubs to perform
Posted October 19, 2008; 08:18 p.m.
The Princeton and Harvard glee clubs will perform their traditional pre-football game concert at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall.
Symposium reflects on religious liberty
Posted October 17, 2008; 02:36 p.m.
Scholars of law, religion and public affairs will convene at Princeton for a symposium titled "Reflections on Religious Liberty" from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, in 219 Burr Hall.
Panel compares liberals and libertarians
Posted October 17, 2008; 02:30 p.m.
"Liberals and Libertarians: Common Ground or Separate Agendas?" is the title of a panel discussion set for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Lecture examines King's 'crossover' appeal
Posted October 17, 2008; 02:18 p.m.
Barnard College sociologist Jonathan Rieder will discuss his research on the notion of Martin Luther King Jr. as a "crossover" artist appealing to both black and white audiences in a lecture at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, in 120 Lewis Library.
'Human evidence' of Iraq war is topic
Posted October 17, 2008; 02:10 p.m.
A lawyer for former Abu Ghraib prisoners will join an artist and photographer who have documented the war in Iraq and a former National Security Council counterterrorism chief for a panel discussion titled "Human Evidence: The War in Iraq" at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Lecture focuses on Korean financial industry
Posted October 17, 2008; 02:03 p.m.
Sung-In Jun, a professor of economics at Hongik University in Seoul, South Korea, will present "An Introduction to the Financial Industry of Korea: Achievements and Challenges" at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, in 219 Burr Hall.
Princeton Prize in Race Relations expands to 23 regions
Posted October 17, 2008; 01:29 p.m.
The Princeton Prize in Race Relations, an awards program for high school students who do outstanding work to advance the cause of race relations, will expand to 23 regions for the 2008-09 school year.
French theater workshop performs
Posted October 16, 2008; 09:27 p.m.
L'Atelier, Princeton's French theater workshop, will perform Jean-Luc Lagarce's "Juste la fin du monde" at 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Oct. 23-24, in the Matthews Acting Studio, 185 Nassau St.
Diamond dialogue: Baseball coach teams with professor to examine sport's evolution
Posted October 16, 2008; 01:55 p.m.
For Princeton students interested in the evolution of the game of baseball, a new course this semester not only offers academic views on America's pastime but the perspective of a career on the field. "The Making of Modern Baseball," a seminar in the Program in American Studies, is led by William Gleason, an associate professor of English and lifelong Los Angeles Dodgers fan, and Scott Bradley, a former major league catcher now in his 12th year as Princeton's varsity baseball coach.
PRIOR to co-host children's health summit
Posted October 15, 2008; 10:50 a.m.
The Woodrow Wilson School's Policy Research Institute for the Region will co-host the third and final event in its series "The Health Enterprise in New Jersey: Education, Access, Quality and Research" from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, in Robertson Hall. The event, titled "Summit for Children's Health in New Jersey," will convene scholars, practitioners and leaders in the field.
BP and Princeton renew partnership to tackle climate problem
Posted October 15, 2008; 10:00 a.m.
Energy company BP has committed to a five-year renewal of a joint research partnership with Princeton University that identifies ways of tackling the world's climate problem. It will support Princeton to at least its current level of funding for the years 2011 to 2015.
Opening orchestra concert features favorites
Posted October 14, 2008; 11:12 p.m.
The Princeton University Orchestra will open its 31st season under conductor Michael Pratt with concerts at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall.
Kesler to focus on American democracy
Posted October 14, 2008; 10:58 p.m.
Charles Kesler, professor of government at Claremont McKenna College, will speak on "The Declaration of Independence and American Democracy" at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in 219 Burr Hall.
Renowned Festival Strings Lucerne to perform in PUPP benefit
Posted October 14, 2008; 07:01 p.m.
The Princeton University Art Museum will present a concert by the Festival Strings Lucerne at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in the University Chapel.
'Science: Facts and Frictions' is topic
Posted October 14, 2008; 06:05 p.m.
"Science: Facts and Frictions" will be discussed during a dialogue at noon Thursday, Oct. 16, in 1010 East Pyne.
Tilghman, Malveaux urge more women to become higher ed leaders
Posted October 14, 2008; 03:26 p.m.
Princeton President Shirley M. Tilghman and Bennett College for Women President Julianne Malveaux took very different paths to their current positions. However, they had similar words of advice for women interested in following in their footsteps: Envision yourselves as leaders and be aggressive in pursuing career goals.
Princeton's Paul Krugman wins Nobel in economics
Posted October 13, 2008; 07:31 p.m.
The full press conference footage is available on the Princeton YouTube Channel.
Princeton's Paul Krugman wins Nobel in economics
Posted October 13, 2008; 06:40 p.m.
Princeton economist Paul Krugman, acclaimed in his field for insights into international trade patterns that overturned longheld theories about the global economy before he rose to popular distinction as a media columnist and commentator, has been awarded the 2008 Nobel Prize in economics.
Online media kit: Krugman Nobel
Posted October 13, 2008; 09:28 a.m.
Paul Krugman, a professor in the Department of Economics and in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton since 2000, has won the 2008 Nobel Prize in economics. Krugman, who was recognized "for his analysis of trade...
Princeton materials science center wins $20 million NSF award
Posted October 13, 2008; 09:00 a.m.
The National Science Foundation has awarded nearly $20 million to the Princeton Center for Complex Materials, an interdisciplinary research program dedicated to improving and developing materials for uses ranging from alternative energy production to quantum computing.
Princeton's Paul Krugman wins Nobel in economics--UPDATED 1:42 PM
Posted October 13, 2008; 07:38 a.m.
Princeton economist Paul Krugman, acclaimed in his field for insights into international trade patterns that overturned longheld theories about the global economy before he rose to popular distinction as a media columnist and commentator, has been awarded the 2008 Nobel Prize in economics.
Sullivan to speak on religion and politics
Posted October 12, 2008; 11:44 p.m.
"The Party Faithful? Why Obama Started Hanging Out With Rick Warren and Republicans Stopped Going to Church" is the title of a lecture to be presented at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, in 10 Guyot Hall.
Drawings of architect Frank Gehry on view at art museum
Posted October 11, 2008; 07:31 p.m.
In celebration of the opening on campus this fall of the Peter B. Lewis Library, designed by Gehry Partners, the Princeton University Art Museum is presenting "Frank Gehry: On Line," an exhibition of 31 original drawings by the world-renowned architect and a selection of models for his buildings.
Art museum premieres Jasper Johns exhibition
Posted October 11, 2008; 07:25 p.m.
This fall the Princeton University Art Museum is the first venue for the traveling exhibition, "Jasper Johns: Light Bulb," organized by the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. On view at the Princeton museum through Jan. 4, the exhibition examines the role that a simple object, the incandescent light bulb, has played in the work of American artist Jasper Johns.
Justice Ginsburg to discuss court's 'lighter side' with provost Oct. 23--UPDATED
Posted October 10, 2008; 02:28 p.m.
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Princeton University's provost will discuss issues related to constitutional law in an event titled "A Conversation with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Princeton Provost Chris Eisgruber" at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall.
Harvard, Princeton, U.Va. admissions teams take accessibility message on the road
Posted October 9, 2008; 03:35 p.m.
Next week, Harvard, Princeton and U.Va. will reprise and extend last year's successful joint admissions recruiting tour, again spotlighting the measures that make their institutions accessible for all academically qualified students, especially those from families with modest incomes. The admissions teams will recruit at 27 sites, up from 19 last year, extending their efforts to areas of the southwestern United States in addition to the regions visited last year — the Southeast, Midwest, West Coast and Northeast.
Kenyan play has its American debut in Princeton
Posted October 9, 2008; 01:32 p.m.
"Amezidi," a new translation of the work by Kenyan novelist, poet and playwright Said Ahmed Mohamed, will open this weekend at the Lewis Center for the Arts.
Kazmaier, Bradley to be honored
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:41 p.m.
Legendary Princeton athletes Dick Kazmaier and Bill Bradley will be honored by the Department of Athletics by having the uniform number 42 that they shared retired at a ceremony at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, in Jadwin Gymnasium.
Hit the classroom before the stadium
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:36 p.m.
The Alumni Association is once again offering Tiger football fans a chance to hit the classroom before they hit the stadium. The Alumni Education Program has organized a series of lectures this fall preceding selected home football games.
Event promotes health benefits of walking
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:31 p.m.
The fall event of the Princeton Start! Walking Program, an initiative to promote the health benefits of walking, is set for 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, on the Frist Campus Center south lawn.
Conference explores challenges facing Vietnam
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:26 p.m.
Scholars and diplomats from Vietnam will join Princeton scholars for a conference exploring the economic and social challenges facing that country on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18, in 219 Burr Hall.
'Wire' creator, Philly mayor address urban crisis
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:20 p.m.
The creator of the hit television show "The Wire," David Simon, will join Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter in a discussion about America's urban issues at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Book symposium focuses on war on terror
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:17 p.m.
Constitutional scholar Philip Bobbitt's book "Terror and Consent: The Wars for the 21st Century" is the focus of an author-meets-critic symposium scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Bin Laden family is subject of author's talk
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:11 p.m.
"The Bin Ladens: An Arabian Family in the American Century" is the title of a talk by journalist and author Steve Coll set for 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Former ambassador Bolton to discuss U.N.
Posted October 9, 2008; 12:09 p.m.
John Bolton, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, will deliver a lecture on "The U.N. and American Interests" at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Luria to direct new Bridge Year Program
Posted October 9, 2008; 08:16 a.m.
John Luria, an experienced student services administrator of international study programs, has been selected as the first director of Princeton's new Bridge Year Program.
Nobel goes to former Princeton researcher for discovery made here
Posted October 8, 2008; 01:34 p.m.
Osamu Shimomura, who today was named a winner of the 2008 Nobel Prize in chemistry, will receive the award for a discovery he made while working at Princeton.
Emergency notification system test set for Oct. 17
Posted October 8, 2008; 10:32 a.m.
The University will conduct a campus-wide test of its emergency notification system Friday, Oct. 17, to ensure that members of the University community can be contacted during a campus crisis or emergency.
Nobel goes to former Princeton researcher for discovery made here
Posted October 8, 2008; 09:23 a.m.
Osamu Shimomura, who today was named a winner of the 2008 Nobel Prize in chemistry, will receive the award for a discovery he made while working at Princeton.
World Bank official to present update on equality for women
Posted October 7, 2008; 04:57 p.m.
Mayra Buvinic, the World Bank's senior spokesperson on gender and development issues, will present a lecture on "Equality for Women: Where Do We Stand" at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Torquato honored as outstanding contributor to materials physics
Posted October 7, 2008; 04:35 p.m.
Salvatore Torquato, a professor of chemistry at Princeton, has been selected to receive the 2009 David Adler Lectureship Award by the American Physical Society (APS).
Symposium focuses on Latino issues in America
Posted October 6, 2008; 03:22 p.m.
A symposium designed to highlight important developments and achievements of Latinos in America and to address challenges facing that community is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, in McDonnell and Jadwin halls.
Candela exhibition to explore intersection of art and engineering
Posted October 6, 2008; 12:59 p.m.
At first glance, engineer Félix Candela's creations seem more like sculptures than buildings. Composed of thin sheets of pale concrete, the vaulted ceilings and scalloped roof lines evoke the delicate curves of sun-bleached seashells -- not the sturdiness of steel-and-concrete slabs.
Additional information on international Bridge Year Program available
Posted October 6, 2008; 10:50 a.m.
Prospective freshmen and their parents interested in learning more about Princeton's new international Bridge Year Program now can view a document containing additional details on the University's admission website.
Tilghman to serve as a founding trustee of new university
Posted October 6, 2008; 10:34 a.m.
Princeton President Shirley M. Tilghman has agreed to serve as one of the founding trustees for King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, a new international, coeducational, graduate-level research university that is being created near Saudi Arabia's second largest city, Jeddah. The university, referred to commonly as KAUST, is set to open in September of 2009.
Memorial service for Mahoney planned for Oct. 18
Posted October 4, 2008; 03:58 p.m.
A memorial service for Michael S. Mahoney, Princeton professor of history, is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, in the University Chapel.
Toni Morrison to read from her new novel
Posted October 2, 2008; 08:10 p.m.
Award-winning novelist and Princeton Professor Toni Morrison will read from her newest novel, "A Mercy," at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required, with ticketing beginning Oct. 6.
Discussions focus on entrepreneurship in India
Posted October 1, 2008; 04:53 p.m.
U.S. Rep. Rush Holt of New Jersey and government officials from India will be among the participants in a series of discussions on "Entrepreneurship in the U.S.-India Corridor" from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, in Multipurpose Room B of the Frist Campus Center.
Human intelligence expert Flynn to speak
Posted October 1, 2008; 04:48 p.m.
James Flynn, a social scientist well known for his work on human intelligence, will discuss the factors behind rising IQ scores as well as research on race and intelligence in events scheduled for Tuesday through Thursday, Oct. 7-9.
'The New Diplomacy' is lecture topic
Posted October 1, 2008; 04:18 p.m.
"What Is New About the New Diplomacy?" is the subject of a lecture by William Maley, a scholar of diplomacy who has written extensively about Afghanistan, set for 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Panel to consider if state polls can be trusted
Posted October 1, 2008; 04:14 p.m.
"The 2008 Presidential Election: Can the State Polls Be Trusted?" is the subject of a panel discussion featuring scholars and public opinion experts at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Dodds Auditorium, Robertson Hall.
Former Clinton adviser speaks on culture wars
Posted October 1, 2008; 04:07 p.m.
Burns Strider, a former adviser to U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton on faith issues, will present a lecture titled "Left Behind ... in the Culture Wars of 2008: Evangelicals, Culture and the Politics of Moose Hunters, Community Organizers and Family Values" at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in 16 Robertson Hall.
Be intelligently skeptical about technology, says computing innovator
Posted October 1, 2008; 03:51 p.m.
Comparative literature major Christina Lara enrolled in "Computers in Our World" during her senior year at Princeton after deciding that she needed to become an informed citizen of the 21st century. Currently a Princeton in Latin America fellow working with teachers of rural schools in Mexico, Lara, who graduated in 2007, credits computer science professor Brian Kernighan's approach with opening her eyes to the world around her and making technology accessible, rather than formidable.
Letter to the editor of the Washington Times
Posted October 1, 2008; 11:30 a.m.
This letter to the editor was published in the Oct. 1, 2008, Washington Times: In his Sunday Commentary column, "Donor intent revisited," about a recent lawsuit filed against a New York hospital, William Robertson revives his misrepresentations about the donor-intent issues raised by his own six-year-old lawsuit against Princeton University.


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Stocks were higher across the board Tuesday morning, following a spate of positive data.
Consumer confidence rose to 81.4 last month, up from 74.3, according to the Conference Board, marking its highest level since January 2008. Economists had only expected a reading of 74.
The S&P/Case-Shiller index also set records for its month-over-month increase, while durable goods orders expanded ahead of expectations.
At recent check, The Dow Jones Industrial Average was flirting with a triple digit gain, up 96 points, or 0.7%. The S&P 500 was also up 0.7%, with the Nasdaq up 0.5%.
Update: The Dow is now up 116 points, or 0.8%. The Nasdaq is up 0.6% and the S&P 500 is up 0.9%.
While Bank of America (BAC) led financials lower yesterday, today shares were up nearly 2%, one of the best performers in the Dow.


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To explain the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Hispanic and women farmer and rancher settlement claims process as well as the current Farm Service Agency (FSA) loan programs, the USDA Farm Service is hosting a free webinar scheduled for Thursday, July 14 at 7 p.m. CDT.
According to a press release, on Feb. 25, 2011, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and Department of Justice Assistant Attorney General Tony West announced a process created to resolve the claims of Hispanic and women farmers and ranchers who assert they faced discrimination when seeking USDA farm loans during certain periods between years 1981 and 2000. The optional claims process offers a streamlined alternative to litigation and provides at least $1.33 billion in compensation, plus up to $160 million in farm debt relief, to eligible Hispanic and women farmers and ranchers, said the release.
"I encourage producers who want more information about the claims process or about FSA farm loan programs to register for one of these webinars," said USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Juan M. Garcia in a news release.
The webinars are free and open to the first 100 participants who register. Other seminars are scheduled for July 28 and Aug. 11. The first webinar on the topic took place June 30.
For more information, call Eddie Trevino, farm loan chief in the Texas State FSA Office at 979-680-5221 or email@example.com. Webinar information is listed at http://www.fsa.usda.gov/Internet/FSA_File/tx_hwwebinar_2011.pdf


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It was 15 years ago that Ted Turner needed something interesting to say in a speech -- and decided, in a rush, to give away $1 billion.
"I was on my way to New York to make the speech," Turner recalled to me. "I just thought, what am I going to say?"
So, in front of a stunned dinner audience, he announced a $1 billion gift to U.N. causes such as fighting global poverty.
In nominal terms, before adjusting for inflation, that semiaccidental donation was, at the time, believed to be the biggest single gift ever made, and it has helped transform philanthropy.
Tycoons used to compete for their place on the Forbes and Fortune lists of wealthiest people. If they did give back, it was often late in life and involved museums or the arts. They spent far more philanthropic dollars on oil paintings of women than on improving the lives of real women.
Turner's gift helped change that culture, reviving the tradition of great philanthropists like Rockefeller and Carnegie. Turner publicly began needling other billionaires -- including Bill Gates and Warren Buffett -- to be more generous. That was a breach of etiquette, but it worked.
"It's a starting point for me of this modern era of high-profile big public giving," reflected Matthew Bishop, co-author of "Philanthrocapitalism," a terrific book about how the business world is reshaping philanthropy. "He called on others to step up, which did have a crystallizing effect on others. It allowed journalists and others who were talking to Bill Gates to say: 'Why aren't you giving more?'" Then they tormented Buffett with the same question.
Ultimately, Gates and Buffett made huge contributions that are transforming the struggle against global disease and poverty. My hunch is that Gates will be remembered less for his work on personal computers than for his accomplishments against malaria, AIDS and poverty itself.
Gates and Buffett are both now recruiters for the Giving Pledge, which commits zillionaires to give away at least half their wealth. The giving pledge adds to the expectation that those who have won the global jackpot should give something back.
Turner channeled his money through the United Nations Foundation, where it was leveraged to get other contributions so as to bring $2 billion to finance causes from malaria to polio, from climate change to family planning.
The gift brought new respect to the United Nations and made it increasingly fashionable for billionaires to worry about global poverty. These tycoons bring not just their checkbooks to the table but also a business sensibility that introduces greater rigor and evaluation to the world of bleeding hearts.
All this has helped shine a greater spotlight on neglected issues -- which, in turn, has led to extraordinary results. A study this month reported that infant mortality around the world dropped by more than half from 1990 to 2010. That's millions of lives saved each year.
Of course, not everybody has gotten the memo. Take Donald Trump, who has contributed his name to a foundation but little more. An investigation by The Smoking Gun website described him as possibly "the least charitable billionaire in the United States," for he apparently gave the foundation just $3.7 million - over 20 years. Trump, who has said he is worth $7 billion, is not even the largest contributor to his own foundation.
(A spokesman for Trump suggested that it would be "totally incorrect" to characterize him as uncharitable, saying that he has also donated land in upstate New York for public parks and "millions of dollars" to other causes.)
Turner isn't shy about encouraging others to jump on board. When I asked if he had any advice for my readers, he grew particularly animated: "You don't have to have any money to make a difference; you can pick up trash walking down the street, and I do that all the time," he said. "You can volunteer your time. You can be a big brother or a big sister."
Look, it makes me a little squeamish to extol a billionaire, for our society already has too much worship of the wealthy -- and, in any case, the working poor in America are often more generous in percentage terms (and in volunteering) than those far better off.
That said, it warms my heart that a mogul donated $1 billion to enliven a speech, didn't even put his name on the foundation and then let the money quietly save lives around the world.
If you're still reading, Donald Trump, it's your move.
Nicholas D. Kristof is a syndicated columnist with The New York Times. Contact him at Facebook.com/Kristof, Twitter.com/NickKristof or by mail at The Times, 620 Eighth Ave., New York, NY 10018.


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Gray's vibrant igloo is literally a labor of love because he built it to prove to Burton that he is worthy of her daughter's hand in marriage. Burton admitted, "(I said) to Dan, you know if you want my daughter's hand you have to complete this, and he did it!" With regard to his building process Gray told Global Edmonton, "There was a few calculations involved, mostly regarding an estimation of how many blocks we would require, just based on it being a spherical shape." He devised a simple concoction he dubbed "snowcrete" to make the rainbow ice bricks stick together. Gray offers, "(Snowcrete) is just snow and water but, it sticks really well to the ice… the snowcrete just shaped and moulded however you wanted, so it made it possible."
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I started collecting final projects yesterday; next week is our finals week, but I don't have an official final and I learned during my first semester teaching not to collect items during finals week cos more than likely, students will blow off their english courses for their more "important" classes (I guess writing isn't important, eh??! lol).
My two classes yesterday turned everything in and I actually got them all graded. In my first class, I have roughly 7 out of 17 registered (a few have dropped though) that will pass the course. I expected this though, aside from one student who just bombed the final paper and portfolio.
My second class is a bit worse with 6 out of 17 or so passing. I was really shocked at these numbers as I had more students in my projections passing, but again, bombed the final paper and portfolio. I was kinda irritated too as the portfolio consists of revising two papers and then writing some reflections; an easy 100 points. Lots of students had problems with the research paper as they would give me facts/research and not provide cites, so they lost serious points. I spent a month and a half going over this with them and many of them just ignored me. You would think that a student would pay attention with 400 points on the line.
I'm collecting the other two classes worth of work today; I don't expect it'll be too rough as 95% of these students are on the ball, big time. lol I hope to be done grading by tomorrow night. I'm giving them two days next week to pick things up, but then grades will be posted. After that, I'm done and can relax till mid January! :thumbsup:


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- Develop a budget prior to the beginning of school.
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Joe Satriani Discusses His Most Heartfelt Album Yet
They're the kinds of songs—mysterious, unorthodox and filled with shimmering moments of epic storytelling, many of them born from raw, exposed nerves—that will set pulses racing and senses reeling. That an artist, 25 years into his career, is still capable of walking down the corridors of imagination, courageously inviting reinvention and finding his true voice, is nothing short of remarkable. But even though, by his own admission, he exercised considerable restraint as a player, Satch can't help but excel as an instrumentalist of the highest order, and Black Swans and Wormhole Wizards is brimming with enough guitar firepower to drop jaws and raise fists (the rocking first single, "Light Years Away," is a five-alarm fret burner, and the dramatic album closer, "God Is Crying," is a veritable six-string symphony).
"The compositions fuel the playing, not the other way around," Satch explains. "On a song like 'God Is Crying,' I found myself really going for it on the guitar. But that's what the track required—it was entirely appropriate to pour out sheets of notes. Still, as a whole, it was an incredible feeling to step outside my comfort zone."
With the exception of a few long-gestating songs, Satriani gave himself little time for writing. Much of it was done in hotel rooms on his iPhone while he took part in last spring's Experience Hendrix tour; he says the jaunt was a welcome relief in the months following his mother's death. And while a good portion of the album was recorded in Satriani's comfort zone (he estimates that he personally cut 30 of the tracks at home), when it came time to enter Skywalker Studios with co-producer Mike Fraser (with whom he had worked on numerous albums, such as Crystal Planet and Super Colossal) and his longtime drummer Jeff Campitelli, he did so with two musicians new to his record-making process: bassist Allen Whitman from the San Francisco–based band the Mermen and keyboardist Mike Keneally, who has played with everyone from Steve Vai to Screamin' Jay Hawkins.
"You always wonder what's going to happen when you work with new guys," Satriani says, "but Allen and Mike really helped bring the music to life. Their ideas, their talent—they would do the subtlest of things sometimes that would spark total epiphanies. We had such a great time in the studio, and I can't wait to hit the road with them and play these songs live."
As for Chickenfoot, Satriani is planning a couple of one-off shows with the group this year, and he promises a new album and tour in 2011. "Everybody's schedules are so crazy," he says, "but we all remain very committed to continuing what we started. We made a real dent last year during a very tough time for rock bands, so we're not about to let the flame go out. Our attitude is, whatever we all do during our time away from Chickenfoot ultimately helps the band. If I have success on my own, it's good for Chickenfoot. If the Chili Peppers come out with a great album and do well, it's good for Chickenfoot. Same thing goes for Sammy. As for Mike… Well, nobody knows what Mike does on the side. I think he does top-secret work for the CIA or something." He lets out a laugh. "But you know what I mean. Success breeds excitement, which then makes for a very happy band getting together again."
Satch looks at the widescreen computer monitor in front of him and heaves a full-body sigh. "It's a lot of work, but we'll manage. If we did it once, we can do it again."
GUITAR WORLD Let's talk about the chronology of this record. Because you write all the time, when did you feel you had an actual album brewing as opposed to a batch of songs you were building and collecting?
JOE SATRIANI The origins of when an album starts are hard to define sometimes, particularly if you're a guy like me, who tends to never turn off the creative motor. As an example of that, since the album's been finished, I've already written about eight pieces of music and sent them off to Sammy. In my mind, they're Chickenfoot songs. We'll see if he thinks so. Some musicians can find that turnoff switch with music and lead normal lives. I don't seem to be able to do that.
GW Another view would be, to you that is normal life. To not write, to not be driven by the need for inspiration and a creative outlet—that wouldn't be like you.
SATRIANI No, it wouldn't, and I'm probably too old and set in my ways to change anyway. And why would I want to? Even when making music is frustrating, it's still a joy and a gift. Still, I do know people who can go months and months without playing music or even thinking about it, and somehow they can just sit down and it's all right there.
GW Well, there's playing while you wait for inspiration to hit you, and then there's having the inspiration hit you and sitting down to capture it. There's no right or wrong way, as long as you're happy with what you've come up with.
SATRIANI That's true. My way can be a bit more…"torturous" isn't the right word. "Obsessive" maybe? [laughs] I can't tell you how many dozens of spiral notebooks I've filled with ideas over the years. I'm always jotting things down on napkins and things, making tons of recordings. Goodness knows how many old cassette tapes I have. Some probably have some neat things on them; others are probably horrifying to listen to. [laughs] But you know, creativity isn't always a clean and uncluttered undertaking. In fact, most of the time it's quite messy. [He gestures to his sparse, orderly Pro Tools setup.] But at least I've got my studio pared down considerably, so that's a start.


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UTSA Police Department hosts food drive
By Tanya Hulbert
Student Writer, College of Liberal and Fine Arts
(Nov. 12, 2007)--Through Nov. 16, the UTSA Police Department will host a food drive for Thanksgiving and through the December holidays for the San Antonio Food Bank.
Read a list of food drop-off locations below.
Today's headlines
- La Prensa Foundation is newest member of UTSA Lone Star Society
- UTSA alumna Jordan Kaufmann wins $50K for new stent-graft start-up
- UTSA begins new way-finding sign installation this summer at Main Campus
- USA Today: UTSA long jumper Tyler Williamson rescues three-year-old boy
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"We are asking everyone to help those who are less fortunate at Thanksgiving and beyond," said Joseph Lobrutto , UTSA police officer. "Many families struggle to provide for their families and wish they could do more."
The San Antonio Food Bank cannot accept items in glass containers. These are the most need items:
- peanut butter
- cereal
- tuna
- beans
- rice
- canned soup, chili, stew, luncheon meat (pop-top items)
- macaroni and cheese boxed dinners
- complete meals in a can or box
For more information, contact Joseph Lobrutto at (210) 458-4242.
Drop Off Locations
1604 Campus
- Human Resources, University Heights
- University Oaks Apartments Phase 1-3 clubhouses
- Chaparral Village City Center
- John Peace Library Building second floor
- Laurel Village City Center
- Main Building Room 3.04.04
- Humanities and Social Sciences Building Room 4.05.30
- Science Building Room 2.01.08
- Multidisciplinary Studies Building Room 2.02.18
- Main Building Room 3.214
- Business Building Room 2.02.04
- Child Development Center
- Activity Center Housing Desk
- Business Services Annex
- Judicial Affairs
- Student Services, University Center
- Police Department lobby, Multidisciplinary Studies Building
- Facility Services Annex
Downtown Campus
- Computer Lab
- Enrollment Service
- Buena Vista Street Building Room 1.304
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