text: Job Discussion Forums :: View topic - Ankara University Turkish Language course Get TEFL Certified & Start Your Adventure Today! Job Discussion Forums"The Internet's Meeting Place for ESL/EFL Students and Teachers from Around the World!" FAQ Search Memberlist Usergroups Register Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in Ankara University Turkish Language course Job Discussion Forums Forum Index -> Turkey View previous topic :: View next topic Author Message ghostJoined: 30 Jan 2003Posts: 1693Location: Saudi Arabia Posted: Fri May 16, 2003 2:24 pm Post subject: Ankara University Turkish Language course Does anyone have information on the intensive Turkish language course at Ankara University during the summer months? They run courses (minimum 2 weeks) throughout the year. There is a 4 week intensive Turkish language course every month, which includes a homestay, and around 4 hours of tuition daily. The price for this is $1090 U.S. which seems reasonable if you break it down (i.e. $40 U.S. daily for tuition, board and lodging, and school books, materials etc...). The board covers breakfast and dinner. Lunch has to be bought. You can register with Languages Abroad.com (www.LanguagesAbroad.com) or call their toll free number, in the U.S.A. and Canada, 1-800-219-9924. Any better deals out there? Any others who have done intensive Turkish language courses in Turkey? Any info. appreciated. Back to top scot47Joined: 10 Jan 2003Posts: 15343 Posted: Fri May 16, 2003 5:19 pm Post subject: Daily News The Turkish Daily News has regular ads for courses on Turkish and for schools offering these. Lots in Istanbul and my feeling is that Istanbul is a nicer place than Ankara. I do not know if the Turkish Daily News is available on the web. I always read it in hard copy format when I am passing through Byzantium. IH in Istanbul offers courses in Turkish.Last edited by scot47 on Sun May 18, 2003 3:15 pm; edited 1 time in total Back to top nimra_ghalatJoined: 03 Mar 2003Posts: 25 Posted: Sun May 18, 2003 12:47 pm Post subject: I'd like to find out more about Turkish courses in Turkey as well, specifically what kind of methodology is used and how effective these courses are. Back to top ghostJoined: 30 Jan 2003Posts: 1693Location: Saudi Arabia Posted: Wed May 21, 2003 3:23 pm Post subject: Language schools I had one response from a school which is advertised in 'Lonely Planet' guide. This school is in Taksim. They offer one to one tuition, but it is expensive at $15 U.S. per hour...and there is no homestay. The program at the University of Ankara is cheaper and offers a homestay. Homestays offer a lot of extra practice. I have used different homestay programs (with tuition) to learn Spanish, German, Portuguese (Brazil variety) and Italian...and a four week homestay is worth 6 months 'conventional' tuition, in my experience. It is all those mundane little conversations at the dinner table, ironically, which help with language acquisition....that is how kids learn...and adults, if they are willing. You get tons of practice.... You will not have the creature comforts of home, but it is an interesting insight into the culture of the home country. All the homes are vetted by the schools offering the tuition part. This is the program which I have registered for. You have to book your place fast, as they are popular. Istanbul is a more attractive city than Ankara, but in Ankara, you will generally have more opportunities to practice Turkish, as there are fewer tourists there, and people will speak to you in Turkish. Also there are nice places to visit close to Ankara, like Safranbolu, where you can go for weekends. If you do not like homestays, there are plenty of cheap hotels in Ankara...at least there were, the last time I was there (in 1998). The prices for the basic, but clean hotels, were in the $5-$7 U.S. range. This included private shower and lavatory. You can use the 'Lonely Planet' or 'Let's Go' or 'Guide du Routard' (French) for info. on the deals. Many of the best deals, however, are not even listed. Walk around. 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Yeah, that would make the most sense.
Why would you bar people from joining? By what standards would you include or exclude people?
But how do you imagine participants moving to the next round of the tournament if there are people constantly getting on and off marathon? How will you control the flow of everything?
RyokoTK wrote:Under what rules? My rules? Whose rules? How many participants are there?
Good lord, get your act together.
Kinetic Turtle wrote:You do realize that 12 noon EST is 9 in the goddamn morning on a Sunday for those on the west coast, right?
Hey Shadowbreaker. Your banner sucks bigtime. I made you a better one. Lets try to be less cocky next time.
Pfh wrote:You do realize you just did the exact same thing he did? Take a bit of your own advice. Nice job on the banner though!
Pfh wrote:You may want to go with something more reasonable. Such as a different Time Zone. Perhaps central time? or Pacific,
Kinetic Turtle wrote:Exactly. If the tournament is at 12noon pacific, then it's at 3pm on the east coast; a safe time for everyone involved.
Megabyte wrote:sure. why not?
Kinetic Turtle wrote:I dunno, why not? I can't think of any reason. You gonna make some kind of official announcement, maybe, to avoid confusion?
appleswitch wrote:Hey Shadowbreaker. Your banner sucks bigtime. I made you a better one. Lets try to be less cocky next time.Nice texturing on the marathon logo though.
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These recipes are all delicious, and you can rest assured that they are quite healthy and balanced. I LOVE it when readers try them out, so please lemme know!
Break dat fast
Sweet Potato, Kale, and Egg Hash with Salted Avocado
Kale, Mushroom, and Goat Cheese Quiche with Grainless Crust
Cheddar-Apple & Egg Breakfast Pizza
Fontina & Pink Lady Apple Stuffed Omelette
Baked Yogurt with Poached Egg & Watercress (a fave)
Goat Cheese Quiche (high protein)
Smoked Salmon & Herbed Goat Cheese Quiche
Southwestern Bread Quiche (easy)
Buttery Corncake with Eggs, Onions & Avocado (easy)
Eggs Benedict with Citrus Cured Salmon, Maple-Cream Glaze & Fried Capers
Southwestern Quiche with a Grainless, Black Bean Crust
Waffles & Pancakes
Perfect Whole Wheat Belgian Waffles
Finally, Delicious Protein Pancakes
Chai Spiced Coconut Pancakes w/ Creamy Coconut Sauce (gluten free)
Perfect Paleo Pancakes (gluten free, made with almond flour)
Blueberry-Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes
How To Culture Your Own Raw Yogurt
Paleo "Faux-meal" (grain free)
Lemon Zucchini Cottage Cheesecake
Masala Spiced Sweet Potato & Lentil Hash Browns (delicious)
Almond Butter & Banana French Toast
White Bean & Leek Breakfast Hash
Fruit & Spice Infused Breakfast Bulgur
Vanilla Amaranth Cereal with Coconut & Almonds
Salted Chocolate & Peanut Butter Oats
Portobello Burger with Basil Mayo
Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadilla (a fave)
BBQ Chicken Pizza (a fave)
Naan Veggie Pizza (a fave)
Avocado Cream & Salmon Flatbread
BBQ Shrimp & Butternut Squash Pizza
Salmon & Dill Sauce Wrap (a fave!)
Sweet Caper & Shrimp Salad Wrap
Lemon, Basil & Honey Egg Salad Sandwich
Lemon Poppyseed Chicken Salad Sandwich
Lemon Garlic Edamame Spread Sandwich
Grilled Chicken & Caramelized Onion Sandwich with Basil Mayo
Grilled Gruyere & Peach Sandwich (a fave)
Grilled Chicken & Havarti Sandwich with Blueberry Jam
Feta Salmon Sliders with a Yogurt Mint Sauce
Summer Strawberry & Almond Chicken Salad
Bacon Grease Salad Dressings (a fave, and a household staple! includes bacon honey mustard, maple bacon dressing, and hot bacon vinaigrette)
Tropical Market Salad with Mango, Coconut & Goat Cheese
Grilled Chicken Salad with Honeyed Goat Cheese, Corn, and Blueberries
BBQ Peach & Coconut Kale Salad with Chicken
Roasted Beet, Goat Cheese, and Walnut Salad
Spinach & Citrus Salad with Cacao Nibs
Creamy Cucumber Walnut Salad (so good.)
Kale & Carrot Salad with Honey Sesame Dressing
Worlds Best Honey Mustard salad dressing
Lemon Tahini salad dressing (favorite!)
Chicken, Green Bean, Corn and Quinoa Salad (so so so good!)
Kale Salad with Creamy, Citrus Vinaigrette
Arugula Salad with Roasted Figs, Squash, and Ricotta
Watermelon Tabouli with Goat Cheese (delish)
Zucchini Salad with Fresh Herbs and Feta Cheese
Watermelon and Tomato Salad with Basil Oil
Summer Quinoa & Asparagus Salad
Cilantro, Lime & Crab Salad in Avocado
Quinoa Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
Baked Chicken Crispers (a fave)
Eggplant, Onion & Tomato Stacks
Goat Cheese, Spinach & Caramelized Onion Sweet Potato Skins (a fave)
Falafels with Labneh Sauce (a fave)
Sweet Potato-Quinoa-Pecan Tamales (a fave)
Tangy Cranberry & Honey Walnut Salmon
BBQ Salmon with Cheezy Alfredo Broccoli, Cauliflower & Bulgur
Sauteed Shrimp, Bok Choy, and Eggplant with a Honey Nut Miso Sauce
Pumpkin Glazed Scallops & Caramelized Sweet Potato w/ Cinna-Pecan Cream
Spicy Ahi Tuna Stir Fry w/ Peanut Sauce
Shrimp n' Grits (fast & easy)
Salmon Pasta with Buttercream Sauce
Southern Salad with Crusted Catfish & Maple-Pecan Dressing (a fave)
Crispy Fish Tacos with Chipotle Sauce
Seared Salmon & Herbed Goat Cheese Dressing
Summer Vegetables & Pasta in Basil Walnut Pesto (GF, the pesto is amazing)
Truffled Mac n' Cheese (a fave)
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce (a fave)
Caramelized Garlic-Stuffed Chicken
Spicy Cheeze Sauce (vegan)
Sun-dried Tomato Herb Sauce (vegan)
Creamy Garlic Cashew Sauce (vegan)
Spaghetti Squash and Pasta in a Creamy Crab Sauce
Shrimp & Pasta with Wasabi Sweet Potato & Ginger Sauce
Chicken & Broccoli in a Lemon, Garlic Cream Sauce
Spiced Honey-Chipotle Chicken with Sweet Potatoes (a fave!)
Roasted Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Kale & Paleo Pesto
Creamy Cashew Chicken Stir Fry
Curry & Coconut Stir Fried Chicken and Root Vegetables
Chicken with Coconut-Mango Reduction
Rosemary Walnut Crusted Chicken (so good)
Paleo Mushroom Chicken Fricasse
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas (a fave)
Chicken & Vegetable Stir Fry with Miso Coconut Sauce
Chicken & Vegetable Stir Fry with Vanilla-Coconut Peanut Sauce
Worlds Healthiest Lasagna (low carb)
Beef with Bulgur & Feta and Sauteed Rainbow Chard
African Peanut Soup ( high protein)
Sides & Snax
Broiled Goat Cheese & Salted Banana Crostini
Honey Mustard Butternut Squash
Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato Balls
Spicy n' Sweet Potato Bake (quick and easy)
Caramelized Sweet Potato w/ Walnut Buttercream Sauce
Pumpkin Spiced Chickpeas (also can be eaten for breakfast!)
Crispy Broccoli Rabe, Chickpeas & Ricotta
Nutty Bars (like homemade Kind bars!)
Homemade Vanilla Protein Bars (high protein and easy!)
Tart Cherry & Roasted Pistachio Granola Bars
Nut butters
Toasted Coconut Macadamia Nut Butter
Cake Batter Cashew Butter (I EAT IT EVERY DAY)
Baked Goods
Cheesy Apple Bacon Muffins (GF)
Chocolate Muffins (with a hint of coconut)
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins (MY PRIDE AND JOY)
Dark Chocolate Banana Bran Muffins
Nutty Banana Bran Muffins (a fave)
Coconut Muffins (gluten and sugar free)
Sweet Potato Muffins stuffed with Cream Cheese
Traditional Bran Muffins (a fave)
Whole Grain Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls (amazing)
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (a fave)
Cinnamon Spiced Blueberry Almond Bread
Grain Free Banana Walnut Bread
Caramelized Onion & Truffle Bread Pudding (delicious)
Figgy Pookies (perfect for breakfast or dessert!)
Pumpkin Scones with Cream Cheese Glaze
Whole Grain Vanilla Bean Biscotti
Goat Cheese & Hazelnut Biscuits
Spicy Sweet Potato Apple Bread
Aztec Chocolate Pudding (paleo, sugar free)
Blackberry Souffle (so good, and can be eaten for breakfast!)
Caramelized Sweet Potato Ice Cream with Toasted Marshmallow Swirl
Blueberry Lemon Yogurt Pops (high protein and sugar free)
Raw Blueberry Cheesecake (sugar free)
Easy Personal Blueberry Pie (sugar free)
Vegan Vanilla Almond Pumpkin Pudding
Drunken Coconut Macaroons (sugar free)
Irish Mint-Double Chocolate Chunk Brownies
Coconut Layer Cake with Vanilla-Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting (GF)
Vanilla Cashew Blueberry Cookies (sugar free)
Vanilla Bean Tahini Cookies (SO GOOD ITS SICK)
Superfood Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Spicy Ginger Teff Cookies (wheat, sugar, egg, and dairy free. A FAVE)
Rum Raisin Carrot Cookies (sugar free, grain free)
Watermelon Milkshake (so good!)
Protein Smoothies
Dark Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
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Olympic Trials Q & A - Andrew Bumbalough
Provided by USATF
With the 13:16.26 he ran earlier this year at the Stanford Payton Jordan Invitational, Andrew Bumbalough reached the Olympic "A" standard in the 5,000m. All that stands between him and a trip to London is a top three finish in the Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field, which is scheduled for June 21-July 1 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Regarding his preparation for the Trials, the Brentwood, Tenn., native and Georgetown University graduate performed a Q & A with USA Track & Field.
Andrew Bumbalough – Olympic Trials Q&A
Event: 5,000m
Follow on Twitter @abumbalough
Current Residence: Portland, Ore.
College: Georgetown
Hometown and High School: Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy
Give us an update on how you're feeling and how your training is going.
"My training has been going really well. I joined in with Jerry Schumacher's group in the fall of 2010 so I am about a year and a half into that training program. It's a lot different than what I was doing in college. It's a lot more volume and more intensity than I was used to but now I feel I am fully adjusted. My body has been responding well to the work. I'm not going into every practice exhausted. I'm more in control of all efforts we are doing. Over the last few weeks we have been focusing on more strength and volume and the next weeks we will start to sharpen things up."
Compare your fitness level now to what it was a year ago at this time.
"It is so much greater this year. I am performing similar in terms of times but I feel I can handle the workouts better. I am recovering so much faster. Jerry is never one to go crush workout after workout. The focus is to have you in control. When you finish the workout you feel like you can do more. I am more on top of my running. I'm not trying to force anything."
How is your preparation different this season heading into the Olympic Trials?
"It hasn't been too different. We did structure the year differently. This year I had a brief period in January and February when I was doing some track work indoors. After that we went to Mammoth Lakes and did five weeks of volume. I didn't touch the track at all for five weeks. I only had two weeks of track workouts before Stanford (Payton Jordan Invitational). I did a lot of strength training through the summer. The focus is on the Olympic Trials. He (Schumacher) will have us as ready as we have to be for that."
Is there anything specific in your training heading into the Trials that you are choosing to be your focus?
"With American distance running the depth has gotten so much greater. I look at some races from 2008 and it has been crazy how deep it is now. We have to treat the Olympic Trials as if it is the Games because you have to be on your game to make the team. We are going to do all that we can in the next four weeks to get ready. It is so competitive this year. There will be some outstanding and even world class runners that will be left off the team."
How many different guys do you think can make the team in the 5,000m?
"Currently there are seven guys with the (Olympic) 'A' standard. Everyone in that top seven is capable of making the team. Bernard (Lagat) has shown he is a world class medal threat. I think everyone else will be in a similar boat. Galen (Rupp) will be coming off the 10,000m along with a couple other guys that might level the playing field."
Will concentrating on just the 5,000m at the Trials help you?
"Yes and no. The guys that are going to double back on the 5,000m and 10,000m are strong enough to do that. Galen has proven he can do it."
You gained good experience in 2011 at the World Outdoor Championships. Will that experience beneficial for you this season?
"I didn't find out until right before the event that I would be running. My teammate Chris Solinksy made the team but had to have surgery. That was an unbelievable experience. I was very excited to go over there and represent the U.S. To get the opportunity was huge and the experience was huge. I learned if you show up ready to run your race you really don't have to do anything special. If you perform as well as you can and make the final you have a chance to medal and exceed anyone's expectations. You just have to run your race and perform."
Where will we be seeing you compete between now and the Trials?
"I have nothing officially locked down. I will most likely be competing at the Prefontaine Classic. The 5,000m will be a pretty loaded. I will almost for sure be running the international mile at Prefontaine. It's a very high level race and a good opportunity to get on the track. It's a chance to sharpen up one last time before the Trials."
What would a spot on Team USA for the Olympic Games mean for you?
"It would be a lifelong dream come true. That is something that has driven me throughout my career. A lot of athletes will say that, but it's true. It's such an amazing event. To say you are part of that group of athletes in amazing. It goes beyond being a track and field athlete; you are part of a movement that brings the world together. Representing the U.S. as a member of that team is something you will never forget. It is incredibly special."
Jared Slinde


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PensFanInDC wrote:Gaucho wrote:There are several good reasons to stop listening to the Dire Straits, but this is not among them.
Woah...hey now...
I thought they were popular in Germany.
Oh yes, they are. I don't mind them, tbh. I like their first album and, of course, Mark Knopfler played lead guitar on Time Out of Mind on "Gaucho". An arduous recording session, iirc.
But no more Walk of Life, please.


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The time has come, Woz fans. We have been waiting an entire month since we first heard that Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak would be performing on—of all shows—Dancing With the Stars, and tonight, all our dreams will be realized. The enthusiastic nerd that we have come to know and love will be performing on ABC tonight, March 9 at 8pm EDT, after which you can vote to keep him in the show for another round.
Woz will be dancing with his lovely partner Karina Smirnoff during his first performance tonight, where he will be competing against geek lust object Denise Richards and Steve-O from Jackass, among other celebrities. After the show airs, voting will then be open to the public, which can be done by phone, SMS, or even online.
Just in case you were planning to contribute your support to Woz's uh, new hobby, the phone number to vote will be 1-800-VOTE4-10. SMS (code 3410) will be limited to AT&T users only, though if you're an iPhone user, you'll likely fall into this category anyway. You can even vote online on the DWTS site after the show airs. According to Woz's newly-created Twitter page, you can apparently vote up to 13 times from each phone number (one vote per contestant on the show), so if you're really committed, start making plans for all of your friends to come over and have a Woz-watching party.
In closing, CNET managed to catch Woz last week practicing for his big premiere and made a whole video out of it. So, in order to get yourself psyched for the performance tonight, here it is. Enjoy.


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I'd like to propose a somewhat coordinated spading effort to start discovering the specific data behind twilight.
For one thing, if anyone is spading anything specific they can post it here. People can then suggest how to do that properly and faster. But also, I'd like to propose specific projects for spading, and see if people are willing to participate.
Item Drop Effects
The first spading project I'd like to propose is spading item drop bonuses of the effects we are not certain of. You can find the full list of effects here. The effects of Amazing Technicolor Dreampants Pants, Clockwork kangaroo,
Crow, Echolocation, Gumshoe, Monkey and Nicely Aged are unknown.
How does one spade item drop bonuses you might ask? Well the idea I came up is to find an anchor - an item for which item drop percentages are high and well known. I believe I have found such an item: pearls of wisdom in the bay drop 80% of the time. Why this helps is detailed below. It involves a bit of math, so if you are not into this, and trust the math, feel free to skip to the list of things YOU can do to help at the end.
So how can such an anchor be use to determine the exact item drop of an effect? Assume pearls do drop 80% of the times. If you are using 25% item drop bonus, they will drop 0.8*1.25=100% of the times. However, if you have 24% item drop bonus they will only drop 0.8*1.24=99.2% of the times.
To demonstrate how this can be used I spaded the drop percentage of Metal Detector (MeD). With 8% item drop from other sources I have witnessed the pearl not dropping. So MeD must be below 17%. With 9% however, we have spent 600 turns between us and it dropped every single time. If the MeD bonus was 15%, the chance of this would be (0.99^600)=~0.2% which is low enough for our purposes.
Moving on to other effects, I hope the method I propose is clear. Say you think Gumshoe is 10%. Try first using it with additional 10% and witness it not dropping. Then raise it slowly, 1% at a time. In each case adventure until you witness it not dropping, or repeat 300ish turns with drops.
How DO we know that pearls drop 80%? Ryme already confirmed that drop rates are integers. I have spent 2609 turns with no effects or equipment in the bay and 2094 pearls dropped. By the powers of mathematics we know that with 90% certainty the real value is between 78.98 and 81.54. I believed this to be 80%. But much stronger proof was provided by Satan (see post below). With 24% item drop bonus purely from equipment worn Satan witnessed a pearl not dropping. So the exact drop rate is below 1/1.24=80.6%. Furthermore, he had 501 turns with 25% drop where pearl always dropped. The chance of this happening with 79% drop is (0.79*1.25)^501=0.18%. With very high certainty we are now sure that the drop rate is 80%.
To summarize how YOU can help (I will update the list as more data is available):
- Adventure in the bay with 5% item drop bonus from worn equipment and a Crow. Witness a case where a pearl does not drop and report it, or report count of turns it dropped.
- Do the same with Clockwork kangaroo and -7%.... that's a bit tough to get.
- Adventure in the bay with low item drop bonus from worn equipment and Gumshoe, or any of the other unknown effects, but only one effect at a time. Witness a case where a pearl does not drop and report it. Report exact drop rate bonus given by equipment. We will move on when people start reporting non-drops.
Level Up Gains
Simply post what you gained at each level here
Let the data flow in, and let me know what you think! Are there other things you rather see spaded? Do you have better methods in mind?


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WASHINGTON – The District of Columbia expects to collect $2 million this year by withholding unpaid traffic fines from tax refunds.
NBC 4's Mark Segraves reports that so far this tax season, the District has withheld $682,320 from taxpayer refunds under a new program the D.C. Council and mayor approved last year. The little known law has reduced the refunds of 3,587 taxpayers to cover unpaid parking, red light, speed camera and other traffic tickets.
The new law allows the District Department of Motor Vehicles to ask the Office of Tax and Revenue to reduce any refunds owed to an individual taxpayer by the amount they owe in fines. Affected taxpayers will receive a notice detailing the tickets and the offset. They can appeal the decision to the DMV, reports NBC 4.
Most of the taxpayers who will see slightly smaller refunds have tickets that are more than three months old, according to the DMV.
Licensed D.C. drivers owe about $40.7 million in outstanding tickets, according to the office of the District's Chief Financial Officer.
NBC 4 reports that Virginia has a similar program to collect traffic fines and other debts like child support from tax refunds. Maryland doesn't deduct refunds for traffic tickets but does allow offsets to cover other debts a taxpayer owes the state.
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A student, staff, and faculty members were honored at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo 2013 Awards and Recognition Celebration held recently on campus.
Xietan Kawai Anuhea Dutro, a student fiscal/administrative assistant at Ka Haka `Ula O Ke`elikōlani (KHUOK) College of Hawaiian Language, was honored as Student Employee of the Year. Dutro has worked at the College since 2008 and is an integral part of its preparation and planning for events and activities as well as being the College's representative on the Merrie Monarch Parade committee.
The Outstanding University Support Employee Award was presented to Shana Kaneshiro whose work as an office assistant in the Financial Aid Office positively affects the 8,200 students applying for financial aid each year. Kaneshiro redesigned all the FAO forms that can now be done online, and each year volunteers for the College Goal Sunday events in Hilo and Kona that help up to 400 students and their families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). She has served as president of the UH clerical support group Nā Laulima, and has been the campus clerical representative on the UH Hilo Chancellor's Professional Development Committee since 2011.
College of Continuing Education and Community Service (CCECS) Program Coordinator Corinne Tamashiro, who began working for the College as a student in 1971, received the Professional Staff Award. A former Interim and Acting Dean, Tamashiro played a significant role in planning and establishing the North Hawai'i Education and Research Center (NHERC) in Honoka`a, and single handedly built UH Hilo's summer session program into what it is today.
This year's Taniguchi Excellence & Innovation Award went to Dr. Philippe Binder, professor of physics, and Dr. Ramon Figueroa-Centeno, associate professor of mathematics. Binder and Figueroa-Centeno were recognized for their work on three-dimensional visualization of complex mathematical objects in `Imiloa's 16-meter state-of-the-art stereoscopic planetarium. Their work offers significant advances in the presentation of complex mathematical data sets, which allow data to be manipulated so that it can be better understood and become a powerful tool in physics and mathematics courses. The first of its kind to be presented in a planetarium environment, the data has been presented at a national level visualization conference and used in university classes.
The event also recognized retirees and employees receiving various years of service awards.
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Physical Therapist Assistant
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Mixing laboratory work with technical courses and clinical experiences, the Physical Therapist Assistant program at UE prepares students for a successful career working directly with patients in the field.
The University will be closing the PTA Program in May 2020 following the graduation of our current first year students.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is a two-year program, which leads to an associate's degree. The two-year curriculum is composed of basic studies courses and professional technical courses with laboratory components and clinical educational experiences in varied health care settings. Completion of the program on a part-time basis is an option. Admission to the program is limited to 16 students.
PTA students are encouraged to combine the major with a bachelor's degree. Students who wish to pursue an undergraduate degree in exercise science or athletic training as well as the PTA degree are advised to postpone starting PTA course work until their junior year.
Program Overview
Department Chair and Director of the PTA Program: Kyle Kiesel, PT, PhD
Operations Administrator: Jennifer Simon
Academic Coordinator of PTA Clinical Education: Joni McFelea, PT, MS, PhD
Institutional Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission
Date of Initial Accreditation of Physical Therapy Program: May 1976
Current Accreditation Status: The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at the University of Evansville is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: email@example.com; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 812-488-5021 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Degree Conferred: Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Faculty: There are two full-time, as well as a number of adjunct faculty within the Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Introduction to PTA
- Course Schema
- Clinical Education
- After Graduation
- Student Handbook
- Essential Functions
Mission Of The Physical Therapist Assistant Program
The mission of the University of Evansville Physical Therapist Assistant Program is to provide associate degree level education to prepare students to become competent, ethical, and licensed/certified practitioners of physical therapy.
The curriculum promotes the values of the University and the values-based behaviors recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association as important for Physical Therapist Assistants. The program emphasizes contemporary didactic and clinical practice experiences that model and reinforce professional excellence. These experiences expose students to the diverse and culturally sensitive nature of health care. In order to prepare graduates to be effective practitioners who are committed to lifelong learning, the curriculum stresses the importance of making practice decisions based on current best evidence.
The educational process is guided by physical therapy faculty members who emphasize a student-centered learning approach to enhance student success. Faculty members are committed to excellence in teaching and engage in professional writing, research, and other scholarly activities that contribute to the knowledge base of rehabilitation science.
Goals of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Provide an accredited educational program in physical therapist assistance that enables all students to become licensed or certified practitioners
- Function as an essential constituent of the University
- Provide an educational environment for students that promotes learning, ethical behavior and cultural sensitivity
- Provide a stimulating occupational setting for faculty by promoting continuous professional development and scholarly activity
- Encourage active participation of faculty in consultation and clinical practice
- Encourage professional excellence through active participation of students and faculty in community service
Expected Student Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be:
- critical thinkers, who are able to perform selected treatment interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist
- practitioners who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning
- individuals who are able to identify their own values, recognize ethical dilemmas and seek solutions
- practitioners who value participation in professional organizations
- practitioners who engage in collaborative relationships with the supervising physical
- therapist, the patient and caregivers
- individuals who practice physical therapy in a manner consistent with the APTA Guide for Conduct of the Affiliate Member, Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant
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Austin is a buzz this week after Elizabeth Dunbar, the Associate Director and Curator of Arthouse saw her position eliminated in a new round of budget cuts. The prominent contemporary art center moved into an expensive new building in 2010, and has played host to many well-known contemporary artists, Javier Tellez, Jack Strange, and Cyprien Gaillard amongst them. According the Texas based website Glasstire, future programming will be determined by guest curators and traveling exhibitions.
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Until 28 February 2018
Take a journey across the Australian desert in this Aboriginal-led exhibition about the epic Seven Sisters Dreaming.
See stunning artworks, immerse yourself in a state-of-the-art digital dome and visit the vibrant art centre.
Opening Hours - 9am to 5pm
Tickets: $15 adult, $12 Museum Friends or concession, $7 child, $40 family (2 adults and up to 3 children, 5 to 16 years) plus booking fees
Songlines audio journey
Enhance your visit by downloading our free Loop app to connect with the stories of the Seven Sisters. Available on Google Play or the App Store
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I'm thinking of turning this blog into a microblog. What that actually means is simply that I would write more often on the blog without feeling that every blog post needs to be substantial, clever, and proof-read.
I've found that I blog much less nowadays and the main reason for it is a lack of time — it's so much simpler to just post a Facebook status update, or tweet. But at the same time, I often feel that I could write at least a few sentences about any given topic, which immediately makes the 140 character limit somewhat… limiting.
In the Mozilla world, I recently worked in the Paris office for a week, interviewed some really strong candidates for the Support Community Manager role, hung out with my Mozilla community friends at FOSDEM 2010, and sang songs about nukeador — all of which are topics worthy of (micro)blog posts on their own.
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Throughout the holiday week, YourObserver.com will be counting down the top 12 stories of 2009 (one from each month) from our Longboat, East County and Sarasota Observers. Check back each day for a reprinting — and any relevant updates — of the biggest news items of the year.
MANATEE COUNTY — Steve Smith could see evidence of flooding Sept. 13 as he drove into the entrance of Greenbrook Adventure Park, where he and his 5-year-old twins planned to meet up with friends at the playground.
Tire marks sliced into the grassy areas along the roadway, where vehicles had driven in hopes of avoiding the high water levels. But the scene inside was much worse.
"Once you got to the park, it was just a lake," Smith said. "The (children's) playground equipment was just popping up out of the water. Other than the kids being disappointed, it was really something to see."
As a tropical stormed stalled over the coastline this weekend, reports of flooding came in throughout East County.
The tot lot at Greenbrook Adventure Park received so much rain some of the Styrofoam pads beneath the tot lot's fake grass floated to the surface, CDD 4 Supervisor Anne Fisher said.
"(I measured) there was three feet of water in the dog park," Fisher said. "Children were playing on the Styrofoam for boogie boards. The whole area was completely underwater."
The basketball court, which was installed this summer, suffered severe damage. Supervisors were scheduled to meet Wednesday to discuss repairs to the basketball court and playground.
Road segments throughout Lakewood Ranch and even along State Road 70 near Myakka also were flooded. However, the only full road closure in Manatee County occurred on Upper Manatee River Road, just before Rye Road, where water was three-and-one-half feet deep.
Mickey Lutz, maintenance division manager for the county's public works department, said about 10 off-duty county staff members were called in to help remove debris from culverts and place high water signs and barricades on several other roads.
Water levels did not start receding until 2 p.m., Saturday, after high tide began to let out.
"It filled up everything," Lutz said. "The tides were high and slowed this water down from getting out of creeks. Even when the tides did go out, there was so much our system was overburden in those areas."
Summerfield resident Margaret Lanier, owner of Margaret Lanier Photography, was out capturing images of snakes, alligators and other animals seeking refuge from high water levels in her neighborhood.
"They were definitely cutting across the water, just trying to find some dry land," Lanier said. "We saw so many armadillos. Of course, a couple of cars had stalled out trying to cut through some of the woods that were flooded over."
Greg Bacon, the duty officer for the county's Emergency Management office, said about 60 streets throughout the county were flooded for at least half the day.
Because of the increase in rainfall, all three gates at the Lake Manatee dam were opened to eight feet on Saturday to relieve pressure on it, Bacon said. Gates were lowered to two feet by Sunday morning.
Five homes throughout the county experienced flooding.
National Weather Service Forecaster Tom Dougherty said rainfall countywide averaged three to four inches, however, some experienced more than eight inches. A collection point in Palmetto took in 7.3 inches of water, while one at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport only received 3.15 inches of rainfall.
County Public Works Director Ron Schulhofer praised the work of county staff and said Manatee residents should keep grass clippings and other debris out of culverts and drainage areas to help reduce potential flooding in future storms.
Lakewood Ranch CDD officials allotted up to $15,000 to repair Greenbrook Adventure Park.
Contact Pam Eubanks at [email protected].
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A new, never before published, Margaret Wise Brown book has entered the children's book world titled, The Moon Shines Down. How can this be, you ask? Well, although Margaret Wise Brown died in 1952, several of her unpublished manuscripts have survived, left undisturbed with rusting paperclips in a cedar trunk for decades. The book, The Moon Shines Down is one of those rescued treasures, completed by Laura Minchew and lovingly illustrated by Linda Bleck.
The Moon Shines Down is a picture storybook blessing for the children of the world. The familiar nursery rhyme and prayer, "I see the moon, and the moon sees me; God bless the moon, and God bless me" forms the basis of book's rhyming text. Rich, vibrant illustrations on glossy paper showcase a little grey koala bear as he travels the world and observes all the animals and people slumbering under the same bright yellow moon. In fact, if you look closely, you can find the koala bear on every page spread (sometimes a bit hidden) just like the little mouse in the color illustrations of Goodnight Moon. The book includes the following geographical locations: the Netherlands, Switzerland, the Far East, Mexico, France, Australia, England, Africa, and an unspecified ocean. My daughter and I have had fun trying to find the locations on our world globe. The book undoubtedly would make a wonderful Christmas present. Christmas night is featured on four pages toward the end of the book, with verses reading, "The Moon shines bright on Christmas night..." and "the Moon sees the Christ Child, Heaven's Baby."
I want to mention that the book was written from an unfinished, unpublished manuscript by Margaret Wise Brown that was too short for publication. Laura Minchew took on the task to complete the book, so her verses are intermingled with those of Margaret Wise Brown. Additionally, one verse describes Africa as a country, not a continent. I wish the book included a map of the world and an earth/moon picture to encourage some beginning geography and astronomy lessons. That being said, I myself am delighted to have this book by Margaret Wise Brown to read to my children and add to our library, especially with Christmas coming up soon.
The Moon Shines Down by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Linda Bleck. Thomas Nelson (November 2008), 48 pages, ISBN 9781400312993
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Quick chilli with creamy chive crushed potatoes
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- fat14g
- saturates4g
- carbs80g
- sugars19g
- fibre11g
- protein31g
- salt1.84g
- 454g pack reduced-fat pork sausage
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1kg new potatoes, skins on, thickly sliced
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- 2 red peppers, deseeded and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 tsp each ground coriander, chilli powder and ground cumin
- 400g can red kidney beans in water, rinsed and drained
- 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes with herbs
A member of the nightshade family (along with aubergines, peppers and chillies), tomatoes are in…
- 2 tsp caster sugar
- 5 tbsp 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 20g pack chive, snipped
Squeeze 3 balls of meat from each sausage, then fry in the oil for 5 mins until golden. While they cook, put the potatoes on to boil for 10 mins until tender. Add the peppers to the pan, then fry for 4 mins more. Tip in the garlic and spices, fry for 1 min, then add the beans, tomatoes and sugar. Simmer for 5 mins until saucy and the meatballs are cooked.
Drain the potatoes, then crush with a masher. Fold through the yogurt and chives, loosen with a splash of water, then serve with the chilli. Top with a dollop more yogurt and sprinkling of chives, if you like.
Recipe Tip
Making it differentBBQ sausage & bean pot. Fry the whole sausages with 6 chopped bacon rashers and 1 chopped onion in a little oil for 5-8 mins. Add 2 x 400g cans mixed beans, a 400g can chopped tomatoes with herbs, the sugar and chilli powder. Simmer for 8 mins, or until cooked through. Serve with the mash.


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Beijing to Moscow via Central Asia Aboard the Golden Eagle
The Princes of Muscovy traded precious furs – sable, ermine and fox – for the silks of China that reached their borders on the backs of swaying camels along the old Silk Road. Today you can make the epic journey along the Silk Road aboard comfortable private trains instead of, as in the old days, hazarding the wild deserts and fierce tribes of Central Asia with a caravan of well-armed merchants.
21 Day Trip
- Rail Journey
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- Travels to:
Central Asia, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Western Russia
- Rail Journey by Private Train:
Beijing to Moscow
21 Day Trip
- Rail Journey
Minimums vary - call for confirmation status
- Travels to:
Central Asia, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Western Russia
- Rail Journey by Private Train:
Beijing to Moscow
21 Day Trip
- Rail Journey
Minimums vary - call for confirmation status
- Travels to:
Central Asia, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Western Russia
- Rail Journey by Private Train:
Beijing to Moscow
MIR Signature Experiences on this Tour
Explore classic BeijingRead More
See the classic sights of Beijing – the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall....
Discover the remote UNESCO-listed Silk Road oasis of KhivaRead More
Wander the streets of UNESCO-listed Khiva, a remote Silk Road oasis town whose compact old walled city is full of minarets, a khan's fort, cobbled alleys, mosques...
Take a guided tour of the extensive ruins of UNESCO-listed MervRead More
Take a guided tour of the extensive ruins of UNESCO-listed Merv; the earliest of its five ancient cities is attributed to Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BC....
Visit the immense Mother Russia monument at former StalingradRead More
Visit the immense Mother Russia monument on Mamaev Kurgan, where much of Stalingrad's bitter battle took place....
Why Travel with MIR on this Tour
- 30 years of Trans-Siberian travel experience
- Patricia Schultz, author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, recommends MIR as the company to talk to about a Trans-Siberian journey
- Travel programs such as Northwestern, Harvard and Johns Hopkins have chosen MIR to guide them along the Trans-Siberian line
- Twice named one of National Geographic Adventure's "Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth"
- On-the-ground support and quality you can trust
- Personalized travel planning from start to finish
- Guides and tour managers that clients rave about
Our rail journeys by private train are in a class of their own, allowing travelers to experience remote destinations in style and comfort – particularly enjoyable on such lengthy and legendary routes as the Trans-Siberian and the Silk Route. Group sizes are flexible and can be more than 100 passengers.
Itinerary & Highlights at a Glance
Days 1-3: Beijing
Arriving in Beijing, transfer to a premier hotel for a three-night stay. Take in the classic sights of China's greatest city, including the imposing Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Forbidden City, enormous Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall. Alternately, stroll among the beautifully preserved courtyard homes in the ancient village of Cuandixia.
- Classic sights of Beijing – Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Great Wall
Days 4-5: Xi'an
Board the new bullet train for the journey to Xi'an, and check into a five star hotel. Inspect the armies of Terra Cotta Warriors, guarding the grave of an emperor since 200 BC. Or, choose to visit the 2nd century BC Han Yangling Mausoleum and Museum, displaying chariots, weapons and figurines exhumed from the nearby tombs. Enjoy a Tang Dynasty cultural performance, and board the Shangri-La Express.
- Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi'an, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Han Yangling Mausoleum and Museum, with ancient exhumed artifacts
Days 6-8: Dunhuang, Turpan
Check into a Dunhuang hotel for the night, and explore the UNESCO-listed Mogao Thousand Buddha Caves, containing almost 500 frescoed grottoes carved between 700 and 1,700 years ago. Visit Turpan, touring the ruined city of Jiaohe, built in the 2nd century.
- Mogao Thousand Buddha Caves, UNESCO World Heritage Site in Dunhuang
Days 9-10: Cross into Kazakhstan, Almaty
Cross the Kazakh border and transfer to the luxury Golden Eagle private train. Tour Kazakhstan's largest city, Almaty, including a visit to the 170-foot wooden Zenkov Cathedral.
- Almaty, Kazakhstan's business capital and largest city
- Lofty Tien Shan Mountain Range
- Panfilov Park, with candy-colored Zenkov Cathedral
Days 11-13: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara
Visit Tashkent, capital of Uzbekistan, a modern city rebuilt in the Soviet style after an earthquake in 1966. Spend a day admiring the Bibi Khanum Mosque, Ulug Bek Observatory and Registan Square in Samarkand, Tamerlane's beautiful capital. The highlights in Bukhara are the mud-brick Ark, the fortified residence of the Emirs of Bukhara, and the Lyabi-Hauz Plaza, its atmosphere cooled by the lovely reflecting pool in its center.
- Uzbekistan's capital and largest city, Tashkent
- The Square of Independence, tracing Tashkent's history
- Navoi Theater, symbol of Uzbek culture
- Samarkand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site called "Crossroads of Cultures"
- Registan Square, Samarkand's most famous landmark
- Medieval observatory of Tamerlane's grandson, Ulug Bek
- Tamerlane's Bibi Khanum Mosque, the largest mosque of his day
- Bukhara's atmospheric Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Ark Citadel, Bukhara's ancient fortress
- Emir's Palace of Moon and Stars, the emir's home following the Soviet takeover
- Museum of National Crafts
Days 14-16: Merv, Ashgabat, Darvaza, Khiva
Crossing into Turkmenistan, visit the UNESCO-listed ancient ruins of Merv. Arrive in the capital, Ashgabat, and take a tour of this modern city, glittering with gold and marble. You can choose to make a foray into the desert for a nighttime glimpse of the "Door to Hell," the burning Darvaza gas crater. Back in Uzbekistan, admire Khiva, among the most important oases on the Silk Road.
- Ruins of Marghiana and Archaeological Museum in UNESCO-listed ancient Merv
- Capital of Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, with marble and gold monuments
- Ichon-Qala, or Khiva's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Tash-Hauli Palace built in the 19th century for the khan and his wives
- Dzhuma Mosque, famous for its carved wooden pillars
- Original residence of the khans, the Kunya Ark
Days 17-21: Kyzyl Kum Desert, Volgograd, Moscow
The train crosses back into Kazakhstan and rolls through the desert, where you may see a camel or two. Arriving in Russia, visit Volgograd (Stalingrad during Soviet times), the scene of one of the most important battles of World War II. Check into a five star Moscow hotel. Visit UNESCO-listed Red Square and the Armory Museum or the world-class Tretyakov Gallery.
- Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad) with the Mamaev Kurgan memorial and the Panorama Museum
- UNESCO-listed Red Square with its imaginatively decorated St. Basil's Cathedral
See Dates & Prices for more details or to see suggested extensions.
Our rail journeys by private train are in a class of their own, allowing travelers to experience remote destinations in style and comfort – particularly enjoyable on such lengthy and legendary routes as the Trans-Siberian and the Silk Route. Group sizes are flexible and can be more than 100 passengers.
Tour Dates & Prices
Land Tour Price, Per Person
Silver Class, twin share$26,295
Silver Class, single$38,495
Gold Class, twin share$32,995
Gold Class, single$47,695
Imperial Suite Class, twin share$49,395
Imperial Suite Class, single$98,695
2020 Dates
- October 1-21
- $26,295
Land Tour Price, Per Person
Silver Class, twin share$27,395
Silver Class, single$40,995
Gold Class, twin share$34,295
Gold Class, single$56,595
Imperial Suite Class, twin share$51,995
Imperial Suite Class, single$103,895
2021 Dates
- April 10-30
- September 29-October 19
- $27,395
Land Tour Price, Per Person
2022 Dates
- April 4-24
- Call for Pricing
What's Included
On Your Tour
- Accommodation aboard the Golden Eagle and Shangri-La Western Express private trains.
- Per the itinerary, 5 nights of shared accommodation in well-located hotels.
- All meals starting with dinner on Day 1 until breakfast on final tour day, including a generous, though not unlimited, allowance of wine or local beer, soft drinks and water with all lunches and dinners.
- Arrival/departure transfers, provided you arrive and depart on the tour start/end dates and in the tour start/end cities.
- All guided off-train tours per itinerary.
- The services of an experienced Train Tour Manager, with local guides for scheduled off-train touring.
- Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water round the clock from your car attendant while on board the train.
- All gratuities.
- Baggage handling.
Before Your Tour
- Complete pre-departure information including detailed packing list, reading list, insurance information, visa kit.
- Touring with MIR handbook with country-specific information, maps, and travel tips.
- Assistance booking your custom flight arrangements (on request; please note that international airfare is not included in the land tour cost).
- Final document packet including luggage tags, final updates, and more.
Our rail journeys by private train are in a class of their own, allowing travelers to experience remote destinations in style and comfort – particularly enjoyable on such lengthy and legendary routes as the Trans-Siberian and the Silk Route. Group sizes are flexible and can be more than 100 passengers.
Prepare for Your Trip
International Airfare
MIR's in-house, full-service air department will gladly assist with your air travel needs.More Info
Reading List
MIR recommends reading up before you leave home. So settle back in your armchair with some of our favorite books about our favorite places.More Info
Most MIR programs require one or more visas, and each visa requires a completely blank page in your passport. Visa information for this particular tour is listed in the Detailed Descriptive Itinerary.More Info
Stay a Little Longer…
MIR can arrange for an extended program in St. Petersburg, Moscow, Mongolia or China before or after your tour. Consider a pre-tour of Shanghai, arguably the most westernized city in China, or perhaps a post-tour of St. Petersburg, often described as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. All of MIR's destinations are open to you, and all can be attached to this program. Please contact MIR for more details about exciting options for extended travel.
Or, choose from one of these suggested itineraries:
Is this Trip Right for You?
This trip is moderately active, and is rated moderate to rigorous touring due to the daily walking involved and the overall shortcomings of the tourism infrastructure. To reap the full rewards of this adventure, travelers must be able to walk at least a mile a day, keeping up with fellow travelers.
A full list of details about the rigors of this tour are explained in the Detailed Descriptive Itinerary.
Read our Travel Journals
MIR's Travel Journals offer first hand accounts of MIR's fascinating destinations.
Chinese Turkestan & Central Asia: Exploring the Silk Road
Andrew Barron, MIR's Director of Scheduled Group Tours, visits the ancient Silk Road in Western China and the 'Stans with the Chinese Turkestan & Central Asia scheduled group tour. Read about his journey from Almaty to Urumqi, Kashgar and Bishkek.... Read More
From St. Petersburg to Beijing: Adventures with Middle School Students
Michele Rice, a former journalist, has been to Russia six times. She's proud to admit that she has been followed by the KGB. Currently she is the costume shop manager at the Denver School of the Arts. ... Read More
MIR in the News
MIR's Siberia Travel Expertise Mentioned in Men's Journal Magazine
April 1, 2019
A recent feature in Men's Journal Magazine about adventurous — yet still accessible — far north destinations included both the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway and the route's most naturally stunning highlight, UNESCO... Read More
MIR's Russian Space Tour "One-of-a-Kind"
March 28, 2019
Iconic Life, and online publication that spotlights up-and-coming trends in travel, fashion, food, and luxury goods, recently included MIR's Inside the Russian Space Program small group tour in its list of "Favorite One-o... Read More
From the Blog
Field Notes from MIR Tour Managers Reporting in from St. Petersburg to Samarkand
June 1, 2020
In this edition, we feature profiles from some of our tour managers who are reporting in from Central Europe to Central Asia on how they are staying well and wisely spending their time while temporarily off tour manager duty.... Read More
Field Notes: Connecting People From Afar – Turkmenistan, Georgia, Russia
April 30, 2020
For 35 years, MIR, whose name means peace and world in Russian, has had a singular purpose: connecting people through travel in destinations farther from the familiar. We know from traveler feedback, and as travelers ourselve... Read More
Golden Eagle and the Shangri-La Western Express
The perfect combination of remote destinations and comfortable accommodations, rail journeys by private train open a world of discovery to travelers who enjoy comfort and leisure time as well as exciting new vistas.
The exclusive Golden Eagle private train furnishes the dream of Old World rail travel with modern comforts and amenities that make the journey as pleasant as the destination. The luxurious Golden Eagle is a fully en suite train and a restful and satisfying way to experience legendary rail routes.
Two styles of accommodation are available on board the Shangri-La Western Express for the portion of the journey in China: Diamond Class (en suite) and Heritage Class (shower at one end; WC at both ends of each car).
- Those traveling in Gold or Imperial Suite Classes on the Golden Eagle train portion will travel in Diamond Class on the Shangri-La Western Express.
- Those traveling in Silver Class on the Golden Eagle portion will travel in Heritage Class on the Shangri-La Western Express.
Train & Hotel Accommodations
Relax and enjoy the panorama rolling past your private window and disembark for guided off-train touring in fascinating towns and cities along the way.
Each sleeping carriage on the Golden Eagle has its own attendants who provide bed turndown service, plus tea, coffee and mineral water 24 hours a day. Attendants keep an eye on everything while guests are away from the train. L'Occitane body products, as well as premium bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer, are provided in all cabin categories.
After three nights in a Beijing hotel at the start of the journey, travelers spend three nights aboard the Shangri-La Western Express. Diamond Class cabins feature a large lower bed, while Heritage Class cabins are furnished with two lower twin berths.
Imperial Suite
Imperial Suites are the most beautiful and spacious cabins available onboard the Golden Eagle. Measuring a surprising 120 sq ft (11.1 sq meters), they are furnished with a luxurious king size bed, dedicated seating area, dressing table and private en suite facilities with large power shower and under floor heating. Individual air-conditioning, wardrobe, DVD/CD player with LCD screen and two large picture windows make the cabin a pleasant retreat.Additional Information
Imperial Suite dimensions – 2 suites per departure / 1 suite per carriage:
Cabin area (total, including bathroom) – 120 sq ft (11.1 sq m)
Cabin length – 17′ 4″ (5.3 m)
Cabin width – 6′ 7″ (2 m)
Bed length – 6′ 2″ (1.9 m)
Bed width – 5′ (1.5 m)
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Gold Class
Gold Class cabins are well-proportioned and feature modern en suite amenities including power showers, under floor heating, a DVD/CD player, LCD screen, remote-controlled air-conditioning/heating, recessed lighting and wardrobe and a personal safe. Each cabin is configured with upper and lower berths, and can accommodate double, twin or single occupancy.Additional Information
Gold Class cabin dimensions – 5 cabins/carriage:
Cabin area (total, including bathroom) – 77 sq ft (7 sq m)
Cabin length – 11′ 8″ (3.6 m)
Cabin width – 6′ 7″ (2 m)
Size of bathroom – 6′ 6″ x 4′ (2.4 sq m)
Bed length – 6′ 2″ (1.9 m)
Lower bed width – 4′ 5″ (1.35 m)
Upper bed width – 2′ 9″ (85 cm)
Lower bed converts to a sofa for daytime use.
Note: The 5th compartment is of a slightly different layout (68 sq ft), and will normally be allocated to single guests.
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Silver Class
Silver Class cabins are more compact than Gold Class cabins with similar facilities. Silver Class cabins feature the same amenities as Gold Class cabins but in a smaller space and with a smaller, wet room-style shower area.Additional Information
Silver Class cabin dimensions – 6 cabins/carriage:
Cabin area (total, including bathroom) – 60 sq ft (5.5 sq m)
Cabin length – 8′ 8″ (2.6 m)
Cabin width – 6′ 7″ (2 m)
Size of bathroom – 4′ 6″ x 3′ (1.25 sq m)
Bed length (upper & lower) – 6′ 2″ (190 cm)
Lower bed width – 3′ 6″ (1.1 m)
Upper bed width – 2′ 9″ (85 cm)
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Diamond Class
Diamond Class cabins are the more comfortable and spacious cabins available onboard the Shangri-La Western Express private train. Measuring 75 sq ft (7 sq meters), each cabin is furnished with a large double bed, window table and chair, wardrobe, and DVD/CD player with LCD screen. They are outfitted with private en suite facilities, including a WC, sink and wet-room-type shower.Additional Information
Heritage Class
Heritage Class cabins are more compact than Diamond Class cabins, offering comfortable accommodation with twin-berth compartments featuring two lower berths. Beds convert to comfortable sofas for daytime travel and there is storage space under the berths and above the door in each cabin. A WC is found at each end of the car, and each car has a shower compartment at one end as well.Additional Information
Hotel Accommodations
The first and last nights of most tours are spent in well-appointed four and five star hotels. Some tours feature additional hotel nights. Please review the detailed itinerary for specifics pertaining to each tour and departure. Additional nights before and after any tour can be arranged on request.
Life Aboard the Train
The Golden Eagle and Shangri-La Western Express private trains provide everything you need for a pleasurable journey. Join travelers from around the world to enjoy the relaxed and casual environment onboard, with no need to wear formal attire on excursions or while dining.
Train formations are not fixed, as the composition varies to suit the number of passengers on a given departure. Group sizes on winter trips are generally more intimate than spring, summer or fall departures. The exact configuration of the train on any particular journey may not be determined until close to departure.
Please note that a variety of cabins styles are in use aboard the train. Decor, layout, type and number of dining, bar and sleeping cars on your journey may differ from the sample images depicted in our brochures/websites.
Bar/Lounge Car
A Bar/Lounge Car is a favorite destination in the train formation and is typically included on most departures. The lounge offers a relaxing and comfortable area where you can enjoy a drink, take language lessons, and gather around the piano with other passengers.Additional Information
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Dining Cars
Dining Cars feature local and European cuisine complemented by a selection of local and European wines. Dining cars are multi-purpose, used for on-board lectures and viewing documentaries. One or more dining cars may be included in the train formation of any given departure depending on the number of passengers.Additional Information
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Off-Train Tours
Rail journeys feature an extensive selection of educational city tours in the various stops on our routes. Private coaches and local guides whisk you away from your private train for fascinating half- or full-day forays into the principal towns and cities, sometimes including an in-city dining opportunity. Read through this tour's itinerary for more information (found on the Itinerary & Map tab of this page).


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CONFERENCE: 3rd LAC Technical Meeting on STD, HIV-AIDS and Disability
3rd Latin American/Caribbean (LAC) Technical Meeting on STD, HIV-AIDS & Disability
August 1st and 2nd, 2008
City of Mexico
Organized by the Inter-American Institute on Disability and Inclusive Development (IIDI) and the World Bank With support from the National Council to Prevent Discrimination (CONAPRED, Mexico), the Central American Social Integration System (SISCA), the National Program of STI and AIDS (Brazil) and the Pan American Health Organization
XVII International Conference on AIDS (Mexico August 3rd to 8th 2008)
People with disability have often been and remained excluded from HIV prevention as well as AIDS care efforts as a result of an aggregation of various taboos and coordination miss opportunities. On one hand, it is often presumed that people with disability are not sexually active and at no risk of infection. Simultaneously, the fact that they have less access to education and social opportunities prevents them from being in touch with preventive information and resources. On the other hand, the organizations of people with disability are generally unknown and themselves unaware of the health and prevention policy making and programming opportunities.
The result of all this is that the exposure of men and women with disabilities to the main risk factors of HIV-AIDS are higher compared to non-disabled population. At the same time, while people living with AIDS have a higher survival rate due to medical advances, a frequent consequence is that there are an increasing number of disabilities (mainly physical and sensorial limitations) secondary to the disease itself or its pharmacologic treatment, indicating emerging needs and services to respond and coordinate.
Over the past two years, sponsored by the World Bank, the Inter-American Institute on Disability and Inclusive Development (IIDI), in collaboration with several international organizations working in the HIV-AIDS and Disability areas has organized two Technical Meetings (Chile 2006 and Argentina 2007) on STDs, HIV-AIDS and Disability. The main purpose of these meetings has been to facilitate knowledge shearing amongst specialists and encourage policy development to address the increasing interrelation amongst AIDS and Disability.
The main axes of this work have been on
a. Documenting the interface between aids and disability and compiling evidence of emerging needs and responses
b. Identifying opportunities for active collaboration between organizations working in the AIDS and the inclusion fields, to optimise use of existing resources and promote inter-institutional approaches to inclusive aids prevention and rehabilitation services delivery to people living with AIDS.
In 2008, with the support of CONAPRED (in Spanish Consejo Nacional para Prevenir la Discriminación, México), the World Bank and PAHO-WHO the 3rd Technical Meeting will be held in Mexico, on August 1-2, to coincide with the AIDS International Conference (August 3-8, 2008). It will continue working on recommendations for crosscutting and inclusive approaches HIV-AIDS Prevention and Care.
The 3rd Experts Meeting on STDs, HIV-AIDS and Disability, seeks to advance the discussion on "Evidence-based Research on the inter connections between AIDS and Disability" and on "Care for people living with AIDS and Disabilities: effective approaches and services".
Expected Outcomes
The expected outcomes of the meeting are:
o Review of new developments in LAC National AIDS Programs;
o Update bibliographical and research review on the topic;
o Review of new materials and initiatives of international agencies, Civil Society and Academia;
o Review of new content and tools for the LAC HIV-AIDS site on the issue;
o Development of a new set of recommendations for a cross-cutting and inclusive approaches in the area of STD, HIV-AIDS Prevention and Care, with special focus in "Monitoring & Evaluation and Evidence-based Research and on Care Attention for people living with AIDS and Disabilities, as a consequence of the treatment;
o Establishment of a LAC Permanent Working Group, with interagency involvement, south-to-south knowledge sharing and a joint research and implementation agenda;
Participants: Program Managers, Researchers, Practitioner and AIDS and Disability specialists from Latin American and the Caribbean
Venue: National Council to Prevent Discrimination (CONAPRED, Mexico), Dante 14 – 8o piso, Colonia Anzures, Ciudad de México
Friday August 1st
08.30 Registration
09.00 Opening
09.30 Challenges on AIDS Prevention and Care and Disability
10. 00 Conclusions from the 1st Brazilian and Central American Forums on AIDS and Disability – Discussion
11.00 Coffee
11.30 Services for people living with HIV AIDS and Disabilities
12.30 Lunch
14.00 Working groups
16.30 Plenary
17.00 Closure
Saturday August 2nd
09.00 AIDS and Disability: from taboo to collaboration
09.30 Implementation experiences / Questions and answers
10.30 Coffee
11.00 Emerging topics
o Services development (diagnosis, care, prevention)
o Research and evidences: people living with aids and disabilities secondary to the disease itself or its pharmacological treatment
o Vulnerability of PWD to STI and AIDS
o Discussion
12.30 Lunch and meeting with Ministries of Health and Education*
14.00 Approaches and future strategies
o Research
o Monitoring and Evaluation
o Regional Collaboration
o Dissemination
16.00 Plenary – Strategic collaboration
17.00 Closure
* To be confirmed
Other related activities in Mexico
o "Satellite Session on AIDS and Disability", organized by Disabled People International (DPI). August 5th 7:00 to 8.30 am (in English)
o "AIDS and Disability: a relationship to be taken into account", organized by the Inter American Institute on Disability and Inclusive Development (IIDI) August 5th 6:30 to 8:30pm (in Spanish)
o "AIDS and Disability: a relationship to be taken into account", Poster session, (daily, August 3-8) between 12:00-14:00h
Unfortunately, we have not resources to cover flight or other expenses for participants. We hope that participants can gather support from their organizations to travel to Mexico. Please confirm ASAP your willingness to participate. Your participation is extremely important to us and to ensure the inclusion of disability issues amongst the STD and HIV-AIDS agenda in the Latin American and Caribbean Region.
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Ayi Nii Aryee (in white) taking aim at the UST goal.
This article appears in the Tuesday March 1, 2011 edition of the Business Mirror.
This article appears in the Tuesday March 1, 2011 edition of the Business Mirror.
UP's Aryee to try out for English club
by rick olivares with pic by brosi gonzales
When the final whistle of the UAAP Men's Football Finals match blew to signify the ascension of the University of the Philippines to the summit of college football, it was also the end of the playing years of league Most Valuable Player Stephen Permanes and fellow midfielders Jed Rances and Keith Mordeno. Also unlikely to come back to defend the crown is Jay Eusebio who was unavailable for the finals after suffering an shoulder injury and says he'd now like to move on to the next stage of his life.
Further decimating the talented UP midfield is the possibility that Ghanaian Ayi Nii Aryee might not come back not only to the Fighting Maroons but the Philippines.
"I have gotten an invitation to tryout for an English club," disclosed Aryee who first got word of the invitation from Italian scout Bonolis Sergio who is based in England.
Aryee, who has scored three goals in the UAAP (and a whole lot more in the University Games) for the Maroons, sought the help of fellow Ghanaian John Mensah who plays central back for English Premier League team Sunderland.
The veteran internationalist, who has been on loan to the English club by French team Olympique Lyon for the past two years, is helping out his countryman land a team in England.
"This is only a trial program," wrote Sergio to Aryee last February. "It is no way an assurance of a place in a team. Each player will be judged by his skills, techniques, and his ability with the ball on the field of play."
If the tryout materializes, Aryee will have an opportunity to try out for Southend United FC, a League Two eleven based in Essex.
The Seasiders, as the team is known fondly by, were League One champions during the 2005-06 season.
Aryee, before joining the Maroons, was once known for having been stranded at the terminal of the Diosdado Macapagal International Airport for four months in late 2006 after a failed attempt to join an African team in the Singapore S-League. The Ghanaian, a former striker for his country's Under-16 national team was also a former player for Union FC in the United Football League.
Business Mirror first reported his saga locally that was in turn mentioned in British football publication FourFourTwo.
Aryee also once received an invitation to try out for French Ligue 1 squad AS Nancy but the youthful striker was prevailed upon by his parents to finish his education at UP before making one last try in the world of professional football.
"I knew about the invitation towards the end of the second round," revealed Aryee who has one more year of eligibility in the UAAP. "But I could not tell my teammates because it would jeopardize our focus and our mission. Now the coaches know about it and with the season over, we will see if I have a shot. It is every footballer's dream to get an opportunity to play."


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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I customize my order?
Please select whether you would like a printable digital file or printed invitations in the drop-down menu, and then enter your information (name, date/time, address, RSVP, and registry info if applicable), in the Notes to Seller box at checkout.
What is the turnaround time?
First proof will be emailed within 48 hours.
RUSH orders are available for $10 extra, and proof will be delivered within 24 hours -- simply purchase this listing in addition to the invitation: https://www.etsy.com/listing/467447990/rush-order-first-proof-within-24-hours?ref=shop_home_active_1. If you need an invitation sooner than that, please convo me before ordering.
Printed invitations ship via FREE FedEx overnight shipping the following business day after final proof approval. Get them next day!
How soon will I receive printed invitations?
Printed invitations ship via FREE FedEx overnight shipping the following business day after final proof approval. Get them next day!
What is the difference between paper types for printed invitations?
Matte is the thickest option (130-lb paper, which is usually reserved for fine stationery) with a matte finish. Shimmer has a similar weight and has a pearlescent finish.
Can I change the colors?
Yes. It is $5 for color changes on the front and $8 for color changes on the front and back. Please add this item to your order for color changes: https://www.etsy.com/listing/243149252/custom-color-changes-to-existing-design?ga_search_query=custom+color&ref=shop_items_search_1
Can I change the wording?
For everything except instant download items, yes. Most wording change requests can be accommodated without additional charge, but those requiring a large amount of reformatting will incur a fee. Please contact me beforehand to double-check. For instant download items, please refer to the last question on the page.
Can I make my invitation Spanish?
Yes. Just purchase this listing and leave the text exactly as you'd like for it to appear in the Notes to Seller box at checkout: https://www.etsy.com/listing/467427324/change-invitation-from-english-to?ref=listing-shop-header-1
Can I make my invitation 4x6 instead? Can I upload to Vistaprint?
To make your invitation 4x6 or compatible with Vistaprint, please let me know beforehand and purchase this listing along with the invitation: https://www.etsy.com/listing/480800137/resize-invitation-turn-5x7-invitation?ref=shop_home_active_10
Can I edit instant download items?
Instant download items are not editable after purchase. If you would like an instant download item edited please contact me BEFORE purchase. Additional charges will apply, and in some cases, the change cannot be accommodated.