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Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumours in neurofibromatosis type 1: MRI supports the diagnosis of malignant plexiform neurofibroma
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Plexiform neurofibroma (PNF) is a typical feature of neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1). About 10% of patients with NF1 develop malignant peripheral nerve-sheath tumours (MPNST), usually arising from PNF, and this is the major cause of poor survival. A better prognosis can be achieved if the tumours are diagnosed at an early stage. Our objective was to establish MRI criteria for MPNST and to test their usefulness in detecting early malignant change in PNF. MRI was performed on 50 patients with NF1 and nerve-sheath tumours, of whom seven had atypical pain, tumour growth or neurological deficits indicative of malignancy; the other 43 were asymptomatic. On MRI all seven symptomatic patients had inhomogeneous lesions, due to necrosis and haemorrhage and patchy contrast enhancement. In one patient, the multiplicity of confluent tumours with inhomogeneous areas in addition to central lesions did not allow exclusion of malignancy. Only three of the 43 asymptomatic patients had comparable changes; the other 40 patients had tumours being of relatively homogeneous structure on T1- and T2-weighted images before and after contrast enhancement. All three asymptomatic patients with inhomogeneous lesions were shown to have MPNST.

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A Tribe Called Quest
Voodoo Fest
October 17, 2004
There wasn't a more historical performance at Voodoo Fest this year than A Tribe Called Quest's concert Sunday afternoon. It was the Rap trio's second live peformance since disbanding in 1998.
MC's Phife Dawg and Ali Shaheed Muhammad walked on stage first and were followed by the group's star, Q-Tip. The three exchanged handshakes and hugs. This gesture was a sign of their solidarity and a reminder of when ATCQ was defunct.
At the beginning of the concert, they were a little rusty. The group re-started two songs because of vocal mistakes, but after a while, they hit a groove. It was funny and endearing to see Q-Tip stop a song, laugh and then playfully scold Phife for a miscue. They were having fun being a group again. They executed their songs with a boisterous confidence they had a right to.
What was A Tribe Called Quest? Were they the most intelligent, artistic Rap group of the '90's? Probably. Were they the most influential, important, or best group of the '90's? Yes. Pick any describer. It doesn't matter. These guys were and are the living template for forward-thinking Hip-Hop.
Their concert was a vivrant, yet controlled study in what made them so great: hot rhymes, hot topics and hot grooves. While introducing "Sucka Nigga," Q-Tip recounted how many people were angry with the group for using the word nigga when the song came out. He went on to defend the song by the context in which the word was used.
Less heavy and more fun was when the three huddled on the left side of the stage and beatboxed together. The way they played off one another was very impressive. This devolved into a one phrase breakdown by Q-Tip. He kept repeating a sentence over and over again, each time reducing the words a little more to their elemental breath sounds. Damn cool.
The band performed "Can I Kick It?" "Buggin' Out, "Verses From The Abstract," "Check the Rhime," "Oh My God," and "Electric Relaxation," among others.
Q-Tip did a call and response with the crowd during "Buggin' Out." "Electric Relaxation" was a highlight. Even though they couldn't reproduce all the intricacies on the recorded version, the backing track and the Tribe's concise rapping was enough to carry the spirit of the song.
If anybody needed proof they should have re-united, this concert was it. Now, I'm waiting for a new album.


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The valence bond theory was fairly successful in explaining qualitatively the geometry and magnetic behaviour of the complexes. But, it could not explain the following :
(i) The origin of their absorption spectra could not be explained.
(ii) Why did different complexes of the same metal show different colours.
(iii) Relative stabilities of different complexes could not be explained.
(iv) Why should certain ligands form high spin, while others low spin complexes.
(v) it assumes all bonds are localized bonds . As we will see, this is not a valid assumption.


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Sure, we're slaves to fashion -- but not when it comes to our feet. Give us a pair of clogs or some close-toed Birkenstocks and we're delighted, style be damned!
Turns out, you can have both comfort and style. We were waltzing through life, happy in our brown clogs and our gray Birks, until we happened upon the selection at the Shoe Mill. The shop stocks a wide supply of the black, gray and brown basics, but we could take to the runways in leopard-spotted Danskos, flowered Dr. Martens boots, bright blue Simple sandals -- a rainbow of arch support.
The Shoe Mill has the best selection of comfortable shoes we've seen anywhere. The sandal-clad employees practice what they preach and offer knowledgeable assistance besides. We'd bet our bright red, closed-back Danskos on it!
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A few years ago, Charles Nolan quietly opened his shop in the basement of the venerable Luhrs Central Building across from Patriots Square downtown. He had a concept -- the hippest men's shop in town, and that was about it. Advertising budget? Hardly. Neon signs? Not in this lifetime. Word of mouth? You betcha. These days, Charles -- who doesn't even have a phone in his downtown haberdashery -- counts several Phoenix Suns as regular customers, and his clientele is growing by the month, eager to buy his primo Italian suits, his slick shirts, his excellent selection of ties. But Charles isn't just a clotheshorse. A major league jazz fan, he collects CDs, then sells them to his customers for a mere 10 bucks apiece. Finding this gem of a store isn't easy. But once you find Charles in Suite M, around the bend from Tony's Barber Shop, you're in for quite a sartorial treat.
The aromatic world that exists behind the plain-looking façades of this local chain stimulates all five senses, and possibly even your sixth. In what's best described as organized chaos, bins of exquisitely scented candles beckon you to dig and sniff and explore. The on-premises craftspeople work endlessly to turn out high-quality candles with new and unusual fragrances to suit every taste. Explore the nooks and crannies for an eclectic selection of candleholders and treasures brought back from the owner's frequent buying trips. And check out the shop's "container fill" program, which allows you to design your own creation for the price of the wax. Plan to shop early during the holidays, as lines have been known to form at the door of these popular gift-buying destinations.
Although lots of ladies only shop for a new swimsuit once a year, foxy Phoenician women consider bikinis a year-round wardrobe staple. This shop on North Scottsdale Road has the most fun, edgiest collection in town, ranging from modern-day Gidget florals to the barest Brazilian string bikinis, from brands like Body Glove and Bebe. It's hard to pick just one style when you have to choose among satiny blue leopard, neon flames or sparkly camouflage prints. The prices are reasonable enough to leave you with cash to buy a Hawaiian-pattern wrap and some sequined flip-flops, too. If you're feeling exhibitionist, you can even find something suitable for prancing around like one of the babes next door at Babes Cabaret -- a lace and rhinestone g-string with a pair of black patent platform stiletto mules, the classic frilly maid's costume or the naughty plaid schoolgirl mini-kilt, complete with matching plaid thong.
Who gets a rush out of visiting a fabric store? At SAS, the answer is anybody looking for the thrill of a good bargain, the delight of an unexpected find or simply to supercharge the creative juices. Stocked to the rafters with discounted merchandise, this labyrinthine shop is like a candy store for aspiring fashion designers. Dig through bolts of satins and silks, twills and tweeds of every hue. Let your mind wander as you consider 50 different types of lace. Then ogle the incredible assortment of trimmings. Boxes of vintage-look buttons, rolls of shiny ribbons and mesh, barrels full of straight-outta-the-'70s embroidered patches, and various zippers and snaps are there to hook you. We dare you to walk out of the store without a single new idea for a project.


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"Am I pregnant?" is probably the most common health question women ask. It can be confusing as every pregnancy is different – meaning, you may not have the same symptoms from one pregnancy to another. For example, during one pregnancy, you may experience incredible breast pain or nausea and vomiting, while during another pregnancy, you might not experience these symptoms at all. That said, there are some common signs and symptoms that may indicate pregnancy.

Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms

 Swollen, tender, or sore breasts and/ or nipples - Often, this is the first physical sign of pregnancy. In fact, some women know when they are pregnant based on this sign alone. The reason breasts and/ or nipples are often sore, swollen, or tender during early pregnancy is because the breasts are undergoing changes to prepare for breastfeeding.
Breast tenderness and pain during early pregnancy is caused by the increased production of the hormones estrogen and progesterone that occurs during pregnancy. Breasts and/ or nipples are often particularly painful during your first pregnancy; however, some women experience this symptom during subsequent pregnancies as well. If you experience breast pain when you are not pregnant, it's often caused by benign fibrocystic breast disease.

 Fatigue or unusual tiredness - Do you feel like you could close your eyes and sleep at any time of day? Early pregnancy is a time when a woman's body is working very hard to keep up with the changes that occur. This means increased hormone production, as well as the fact that the heart is pumping harder and faster due to the escalation of blood flow, which is necessary to bring nutrients to the growing fetus. Increased progesterone production is the primary reason for the extra fatigue most pregnant women experience early in their pregnancy. Progesterone, a natural central nervous system depressant known to cause sleepiness, is the reason this occurs.

 Late period - The most common reason for missing your period is pregnancy, and this is often the first sign that makes women suspect pregnancy. Only a pregnancy test followed by a pelvic exam can tell you positively whether you are pregnant. Once your health care provider rules out pregnancy as the cause of your late or missed periods, the next step is usually to rule in or out several other possible explanations for absence of menstruation, or amenorrhea.

 Light bleeding and/or cramping - The most common reason for light bleeding during early pregnancy is implantation. Implantation bleeding occurs when the fertilized egg implants itself in the uterine lining and usually occurs about 10 to 14 days after conception. Bleeding caused by implantation is very light; often, the only sign you might notice that indicates implantation has occurred is a small (can be as small as a pinhead) spot of blood on your underwear.
Cramping that is similar to menstrual cramps occurs very early during pregnancy and happens when the uterus begins to expand to make room for the embryo to develop into a fetus.

 Morning sickness - Nausea during pregnancy can occur with or without vomiting. While morning sickness is most common between weeks four and eight of pregnancy, many women experience this symptom beginning about two weeks from their date of conception.
Morning sickness is a misnomer since it can, and often does, occur at any time of the day or night. The most common reason for this symptom seems to be the rapid rise in estrogen, produced by the fetus and placenta. Another trigger for nausea is odors. During pregnancy, a woman's sense of smell increases considerably and can make almost anything from everyday household odors, foods, perfume, and smoke, to name a few, trigger a bout of morning sickness or nausea and vomiting.

The most common foods to trigger morning sickness are coffee, meat, dairy products, and spicy foods. However, it's essential to understand that anything can trigger nausea and/ or vomiting during pregnancy.

 Running to the bathroom - During the first trimester of pregnancy, it's easy to believe you might have to move into your bathroom since it seems you are constantly running to make to the bathroom. The growing uterus causes frequent urination during pregnancy. The first and third trimesters of pregnancy are typically when the most intense frequent urination happens.

While the signs and symptoms of early pregnancy listed above are the most common, other symptoms can and often do occur in pregnancy. Many times these symptoms are over-looked or simply not seen as common pregnancy symptoms, but if you ask pregnant women, many of them will remember that they too experienced these symptoms and simply did not put two and two together. These other early pregnancy symptoms can include:

 Headaches - Headaches that occur during pregnancy are often intense and caused by increased hormone levels. This can be particularly painful in early pregnancy, but tend to dissipate by the second trimester. You will want to talk to your doctor or midwife about what you can to for pain relief for headaches during pregnancy. Certain pain medications are to be avoided throughout pregnancy, and some should be avoided during the first and third trimesters.

 Mood swings - Don't think you're crazy if you suddenly develop atypical mood swings or if you are unusually emotional during pregnancy. Many times, pregnant women burst into tears for reasons that are unclear to anyone, including the pregnant woman. This is another symptom caused by increased hormone levels.

 Feeling weak, faint, or dizzy - This symptom can be caused by the circulatory system as dilation of the blood vessels occur and the blood volume expands. Low blood sugar early on can also trigger these symptoms of feeling weak in pregnancy or of being dizzy. Many women who experience these changes notice that they cease or become much less of a problem after the first trimester.

 Increased basal body temperature or BBT- Your basal body temperature is your temperature immediately upon rising in the morning. A person's BBT normally increases during ovulation and decreases when menstruation occurs. However, when a pregnancy takes place, the increased basal body temperature continues as a result of the hormones. Using the BBT is a good indicator of pregnancy for women who have used it to track their cycles prior to becoming pregnant, either to prevent pregnancy or when trying to get pregnant. They will notice that their temperature does not fall back down to or below the cover line temperatures. This can be the first indication of pregnancy, even before a pregnancy test would be positive.

 Constipation - Food digests slower than usual during pregnancy due to increased progesterone production. Slower digestion sometimes causes constipation during pregnancy. This is something that can easily be remedied with exercise and by increasing fiber in your diet. Another cause of constipation in pregnancy can be the added iron in your prenatal vitamins. If your prenatal vitamin may be the culprit, be sure to talk to your doctor or midwife to see about finding a supplement that can help you get the vitamins and minerals you need in a way that does not slow your digestive tract.

If I have one or more of these symptoms, does that mean I'm pregnant?

Just because you have one, many or even all of these symptoms, does not necessarily mean that you are pregnant. Many of these pregnancy symptoms are common to several different medical conditions, and could mean that you are sick or that menstruation is about to begin.

Another point to remember is that while these symptoms are common during pregnancy, sometimes none of these symptoms occur. It can be perfectly healthy to experience no symptoms of pregnancy. Every woman is different, as is every pregnancy. What you felt one pregnancy may be totally different in future pregnancies.

If you experience the signs and symptoms of pregnancy, you may want to buy a home pregnancy test and see your doctor or midwife – either to begin prenatal care and confirm your pregnancy, or to determine the cause of your symptoms if you are not pregnant.


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Crowds attending the funeral of Margaret Thatcher on April 17th may have noted a smaller, more muted protest as they passed Downing Street, one which had nothing to do with the former prime minister but rather looked to quietly continue to raise awareness of their own cause. The Protest, run by Kesri Lehar, The Wave for Justice is known as the 'save a life vigil.' The life it seeks to save is that of Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar, a prisoner on death row in India.
Professor Bhullar was convicted of involvement in the bombing of the All Indian Youth Congress in New Delhi in 1993, killing 9 and leaving 36 wounded. In 2001 he was sentenced to death, yet the evidence on which his conviction stands is agreed by many to be tenuous, with even the Public Prosecutor who appeared against Bhullar during his Supreme Court appeal of 2002 describing the sentence as a 'Judicial Error' due to the conviction being based solely on an uncorroborated confession from Bhullar, later retracted. His appeal for clemency was rejected by the Indian government on April 12th of this year.
I became aware of Bhullar nine days later, when leaving my flat in Leith I heard music and saw in the distance a parade slowly but sparklingly moving along the street. There were so many people, many of whom were Sikh, some were not, and as they moved along they invited onlookers to join them in their celebrations of the Indian New Year. In their midst drove a float decorated with paper lotus blossoms which carried the older people and those in wheelchairs. As I watched a man came and gave me a leaflet by Kesri Lehar, detailing the case of Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar.
The death penalty is anathema to me on principle, however what made this case particularly despicable (and perhaps what made me stop and ask more questions) is not only the shaky evidence used to convict Bhullar, but his ailing mental health. I read the leaflet then walked into the march, joining three women who I asked about Professor Bhullar. 'This is not an execution,' said one of the women 'if the government kill him it will be an assassination. If this happens there will be a lot of anger in India.'
This is also the opinion of Parmjeet Singh , a representative of Kesri Lehar - "Bhullar is a victim of state brutality' he tells me 'this [sentence] upholds the barbaric and draconian laws of the state." He elaborated on the TADA law under which Bhullar was convicted. The Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act is no longer in force, yet during the years it was (1985 - 1995) it was condemned by human rights organisations for the powers it gave the state to detain prisoners for up to a year and to assume guilt unless the party proved themselves to be innocent. In the Punjab, where there is a Sikh majority this act was implemented in ways which would leave scars on the region for years to come. A paper by Human Rights Watch entitled Punjab in Crisis lists some of the violations on human rights. The cases are harrowing in their brutality but I think it is important to read if you wish to understand the impact of TADA. In the context of the act it is possible to see how Bhullar's execution could be interpreted as an assassination, as well as a continuation or even a vindication of the TADA laws which threw the Punjab into crisis in the aftermath of the assassination of Indira Gandhi and the massacre of November 1984.
Parvinder Singh says "this is a test case of the TADA laws, and this is why the Tamils, Kashmiris and Punjabis [all persecuted under the law] stand together. They know that if the government hangs Professor Bhullar this will pave the way for other prisoners committed under TADA to be sent to the gallows." He points out that the Tamils, 2000 miles south of the Punjab, held a strike for Bhullar where they kept their children off school.
A further aggravating factor in Bhullar's case is the fact that he was deported from Germany in 1995, a decision later ruled illegal, which has caused Germany among other European countries to call for clemency for Bhullar. "India cannot afford to ignore the calls from abroad for much longer," says Parvinder.
'The youth in Punjab will protest' he adds 'that is the natural reaction where there is state injustice. The military and security forces will go to Punjab. The government are preparing for a reaction.'
It is reported that during the massacre of the Sikhs in November 1984 those carrying out the killings were calling 'Khoon Ka Badla Khoon' which means 'blood for blood.' This cry for retribution is self-perpetuating, part of a long cycle of which Bhullar's execution would be yet another example. If he is executed it will be seen by the Punjabis as a personal attack on their liberty and position within India.
'India could live in peace' says Parvinder Singh 'they have squandered the great opportunity given by their ethnically diverse makeup. This [execution] would undermine confidence in the government.'
It's impossible to predict the full scale of the reaction to Bhullar's execution, but it seems that if the government were to kill him it would be taking a step away from peace and united India. The Khalistan movement could be given more credibility, not less as gaps would open up between the Indian government and the minorities within the country.
Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar's final mercy plea is currently under consideration. I hope that the Indian president takes into account that clemency would not only be kinder but would be more conducive to an India which is seen to protect its minorities and celebrate its diverse ethnic makeup.
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CatTracks.net Football Recruiting Editor Chris Bonney, Scout.com Regional Recruiting Analyst Andrew Friedman and the staff at DevilsDigest.com all had a hand in compiling the following list.
Arizona Pre-Evaluation Top 10 regardless of position…
1) Jermaine Williams, Defensive End, Maryvale High School (Phoenix). Williams is without a doubt the top projected prospect in the state for 2006. Williams is big, strong and possesses great speed off the corner at his rush end position. He also plays running back/fullback for his Maryvale squad but he is being looked at for the Division 1 level as a pure pass rushing defensive end. At 6'4, 255 pounds already Williams still has room to grow and is poised to have yet another All-State year.
Current Offers: Arizona, Arizona State & Oregon
2) John Romero, OL/DL, Salpointe Catholic High School (Tucson).
Romero is a versatile lineman that could play on either side of the ball in college although his best shot at an impact is likely as a defensive tackle. He is a fluid runner that moves well for a big man. His feet are quick and he has great lateral movement. The main thing he needs to work on his explosion off the ball. Some schools like him at defensive tackle and others at offensive guard. He prefers to play defense.
Current Offers: Arizona, Arizona State
3) Glyndon Bolasky, Athlete, Sabino High School (Tucson). Bolasky's best attribute is his speed. He can cut on a dime and get up-field in a hurry. He is being recruited for both sides of the ball because many colleges believe that he has the athletic ability to make the transition to defensive back. If he makes the move to defense at his school of choice, Bolasky will likely need a red-shirt year to learn the position.
Current Offers: Arizona, BYU, Georgia Tech, New Mexico State
4) Cody Dowd, Linebacker, North High School (Phoenix). At 6'3, 230 pounds, Dowd is a physically imposing linebacker. He possesses solid football instincts for the position and he finished second in the state in tackles in 2004, although he led the state during the regular season. Dowd could project by some as a defensive end at the next level but he is being recruited primarily as a linebacker. He should make the All-State team again in 2005 and is being recruited by schools from virtually every conference.
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5) Jon Hargis, Defensive Tackle, Red Mountain High School (Mesa). Hargis is a big presence on the defensive line that has the size to compete in college as a freshman. He was the only junior in AZ to be named first team all-state last year. He is relentless on every play. Hargis has good explosion off the ball and just needs to work on his speed. His stock may go up more than any other player in the state during the May evaluation period.
Current Offers: New Mexico State
6) Tim House, Running Back, Centennial High School (Peoria). After backing up former Coyote star, and Arizona signee, Terry Longbons, House got his chance in 2004 when Longbons' senior season was cut short by an injury and House was extremely impressive. House is a little on the short side at 5'9 but he has just about everything that Longbons had. He is built like a little truck, has very good speed and above average field vision and lateral motion.
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7) Dax Crum, Quarterback, Horizon High School (Scottsdale). At 6'5, 215 pounds, Crum has the size and the arm to make it at the next level. Crum has a very accurate arm, possesses above average mobility for a prospect his size and has very good pocket awareness. If Crum is allowed to play the entire season in 2005 he could wind up leading the state in most quarterback statistical categories. He is hearing from schools in the Pac-10, Big XII and Big Ten. He is cut from the same athletic mold as former UA tight end Steve Fleming and Crum may make the same move to tight end in college.
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8) Brantwon Bowser, Cornerback/Athlete, Maryvale High School (Phoenix). Bowser could be in the top three by the end of the year if he keeps improving. He has only played the game for two years so still lacks football knowledge. But what he lacks in that arena, he makes up for with incredible speed and superior athleticism. As long as he proves he is coachable, Browser ought to have his pick of schools.
Current Offers: Arizona State
9) Brooks Reed, Defensive End, Sabino High School (Tucson). Reed is a big athlete that could be a nice fit at defensive end or fullback on the next level. He has good speed and is a hard-nosed, physical player that loves to mix it up with opponents. He works very hard on and off the field and is very coachable. The main thing he'll have to work on is gaining strength and weight for college.
Current Offers: Purdue
10) Cole Graybill, Linebacker, Brophy Prep (Phoenix). Graybill moved to the Valley from Stephenville, Texas where he was a standout linebacker and was an all-section selection as a junior. Graybill, like Dowd, has good natural instincts for the backer position and has solid size at 6'2, 230. He will have to work on his straight-line speed to raise his stock. Graybill could project as a defensive end at the college level but he is definitely one to watch at all of the camps and combines this summer. He has a great family heritage as his father and grandfather were both successful athletes at Arizona State.
Awaiting First Official Offer
Others To Look Out For in 2005…
-Jeff Jones, Tight End, Formerly of Moon Valley High School (Phoenix).*
-Jonathan Tobin, Quarterback, Cactus High School (Glendale)
-Andrew Berryhill, Defensive End/Tight End, Salpointe Catholic High School (Tucson)**
-Trevor Hankins, Tight End/Punter, Chaparral High School (Scottsdale)
-Kenton Thomas, Running Back/Athlete, Greenway High School (Phoenix)
-Erik Archuleta, Quarterback, North High School/Mesquite High School***
-Ben Thiltges, Linebacker, Salpointe Catholic High School (Tucson, offer from ASU)
-Lovess Eafon, Athlete, Salpointe Catholic High School (Tucson)
-Deyon Bowser, Athlete/Safety, Maryvale High School (Phoenix)
-Cody Engelbrecht, Running Back/Athlete, Hamilton High School (Chandler)
-Isaiah Smart, Athlete, Moon Valley High School (Phoenix)
-Demetrius Stewart, Athlete, Maryvale High School (Phoenix)
-Laron Harrington, Running Back, Moon Valley High School (Phoenix)
-Keaton Kristick, Fullback, Saint Mary's Catholic High School (Phoenix)
-Mitchell Hunt, Athlete, Corona del Sol High School (Tempe)
-Marcus Richmond, Athlete, Dobson High School (Mesa)
-Mike Callaghan, Defensive Back, Brophy Prep (Phoenix)
*-Jones left the Moon Valley program and is currently in limbo.
**-Berryhill's senior eligibility is currently in question.
***-Archuleta's transfer to North is seemingly in doubt so his status is also unknown.


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The Interfit Black/White Flat Panel Reflector w/Stand (35x70") is a useful addition to any studio--a white reflector, 35 x 70" (89 x 178 cm), that can be easily used in horizontal or vertical position using the included stand and rotating/tilting bracket. Black on the reverse side. Reflector also available in Gold/Silver (sold separately).
|Support stand: 7' (2.1 m)
|35 x 70" (89 x 178 cm)
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|6.6 lb
|Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
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Beyond Expectations!
Sail Date: October 19, 2013
Reviewed: 3 years ago
Traveled As: Couple
Room Type: Balcony
We had traveled on the Oasis of the Seas in 2012. After talking to others we were told to be expecting a huge step down in quality when we chose the Carnival Victory. To everyone who said that, you were wrong! The service, especially our steward Carlos, was fantastic! The lines were shorter, the food was on par with anyone, and the ship was very clean and the crew friendly and helpful. I would recommend this cruise to anyone. So very relaxing!
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|Miami, Florida
|Easy on and off the ship. Very organized.
|Ocho Rios, Jamaica
|Some beggars, but not too bad. Friendly
|George Town, Grand Cayman
|Awesome! Most beautiful. Friendly.
Get a stateroom near the back of the ship, and close to elevators. You'll be just a few steps from most everything except the Caribbean Theater.


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Summers—the time for mangoes and ice cold beverages! But doesn't our skin need some extra care during the summer months? It does! The heat, the humidity and the pollution can drain the skin during the summers. But how can you pamper your skin without spending hours at the salon? Not to mention the money you'll have to shell out! If that is what is keeping you away from pampering your skin, we have just the solution for you! An exciting and effective fruit ice facial, which can be easily done at home for glowing skin in summer! Fruit ice facial is an effective way to relax and treat you with a spa-like experience at the comfort of your home. It works well in giving you an even complexion, tighten your pores, relax your mind and make the skin look refreshed! The most amazing thing is that it is one of the easiest facials you can get—no wonder it is so popular in many of the celebrity spas!
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Fruits have amazing benefits for the skin. They contain rich portions of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which can boost your skin health. This fruit facial can be tweaked according to your preferences. Dice a lemon into two pieces and remove the seeds as it might hurt the skin on application. Then, squeeze the lemon and take the juice in a small container.
Transfer the juice into the ice tray container. Lemon has an amazing, refreshing fragrance, which soothes the skin during summers. It also contains vitamins and minerals, which boosts skin hydration, nourish it and also fight oiliness. It also fights acne and acne marks.
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Leave the ice tray for 5 to 6 hours till the fruit juice turns into an ice cube. For an extra fresh flavor of fruits, add smaller fresh pieces of the fruit in the juice. After 6 hours, remove the fruit ice cubes and start applying it on your skin gently.
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Harrington hungers for Rio gold
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Springfield, New Jersey (Reuters) - Some top golfers have passed on the Olympics because of a hectic schedule and others have health concerns, but three-times major winner Padraig Harrington is thrilled to be going and dreams of gold.
"I'm really looking forward to Rio. My whole family are going," the 44-year-old Irishman told Reuters after a long session on the practice putting green on a sizzling hot and stormy Baltusrol, where the PGA Championship begins on Thursday.
"We're busy getting our tickets organized for the second week that we're there. It's a big deal for us."
Harrington, winner of the 2008 PGA Championship and two British Open titles (2007, 2008), accepted the honor of playing for Ireland after the withdrawals of four-times major champion Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell citing concerns over the Zika virus.
Later Shane Lowery also withdrew over Zika worries, opening the door for 297th-ranked Seamus Power to join Harrington in the 60-man Rio field as golf returns to the Olympic program after an absence of 112 years.
World number one Jason Day of Australia, the defending PGA champion, and Americans Dustin Johnson and Jordan Spieth, ranked second and third, respectively, also bowed out from Rio consideration due to health concerns.
The mosquito-borne Zika virus, which the World Health Organization says is spreading rapidly in the Americas, can cause crippling defects in babies and has been linked to the neurological disorder Guillain-Barre in adults.
"I'm going down there to try and win. No doubt about it, I believe I can win," said Harrington, who has slipped to 150th in the world rankings. Continued...


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Outspoken rock star Ted Nugent wasted little time in tearing Hillary Clinton to shreds, saying she belongs somewhere decidedly different than the campaign trail.
"Clinton should not be running for President," Nugent told the IJReview. "She should be in jail."
Nugent explained that the former First Lady and Secretary of State needed to answer for 'multiple treasons,' including her handling of classified information at the State Department and her actions during the Benghazi terrorist attack that killed Ambassador Christopher Stevens.
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According to right-wing rockstar Ted Nugent, Hillary Clinton should be imprisoned, instead of announcing her bid for the presidency.
Speaking to IJReview at the NRA Convention, Nugent said he would respect Clintons run for President when she answers for multiple "treasons."
"Clinton should not be running for President today, she should be in jail," Nugent said, enumerating multiple high-profile Clinton scandals of late. "She deleted thousands of emails on a secret server. I want to see those emails. She watched our Ambassador's house burn. And did nothing? Why is she not in prison?" Nugent was referring to the terrorist attack in Benghazi in 2012.
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|Reviews for Mourning in a Time of War
| BrienneofThrace chapter 1 . 4/19/2013
*weeps* That was so sad and sweet and has stirred up so many feelings for all three of these characters who I adore so much. Lovely!
| meldahlie chapter 1 . 1/7/2013
This is - lovely! I like the way you've paralleled Dora's feelings of unreality in the stark neatness of St. Mungo's with both her and Remus's feelings of unreality in grief. So many people trying this scene make it too romantic, but this is grief and affection and friendship and a coming-together in a way far more meaningful than just simple romance. "We had you too ... and that made us look to the future."
It makes a lovely pair with your Andromeda/Ted mourning Sirius fic; and a nice touch with Mad-eye and his marigolds as well.
| loveislouder94 chapter 1 . 1/4/2013
Sad, but sweet. Well done.
| Lady Elizabeth of York chapter 1 . 12/30/2012
Love it. Very sweet. Wonderful.


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Referee Wayne Barnes showed two red cards, to Marcos Ayerza and Joe Marler, and two yellows in a white-hot thriller, but Quins will regret for some time their missed chances.
Scrum-half Danny Care ensured they converted at least one of their opportunities, with fly-half Nick Evans adding eight points with the boot but Leicester responded through Alesana Tuilagi and a penalty try, England number 10 Toby Flood booting seven points.
Gloucester recovered from a Harlequins horror show seven days ago to put their play-off bid back on track with a 34-9 win over Newcastle at Kingsholm.
The Falcons, 29 points and eight places below their opponents in the league table before kick-off, last won on Gloucester soil during their Premiership title-winning campaign 13 years ago, yet three Jimmy Gopperth penalties kept them in contention for much of a low-quality contest.
Full-back Freddie Burns, wing Jonny May, scrum-half Rory Lawson and substitute Henry Trinder scored tries for Gloucester, while Burns slotted two conversions and two penalties for a 15-point haul before Tim Taylor added the final two conversions.
Northampton boosted their own play-off hopes with an eight-try 53-24 victory over Sale, who had hooker Neil Briggs sent off in the second half.
A rampant pack produced two penalty tries for Saints, who secured their bonus point before half-time.
Their other tries came from scrum-half Lee Dickson, England winger Chris Ashton, prop Brian Mujati, England flanker Tom Wood and replacements Bruce Reihana and Phil Dowson, with fly-half Stephen Myler kicking 13 points.
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Humanities & Social Sciences Faculty
Department Chair
- BA, University of Nevada, Reno
- MA, University of California, Berkeley
- PhD, University of Washington
O'Bryan teaches courses in American literature, philosophy, world religions, American and world history, ethics, and Latin. His interests include historiography and the challenges that new perspectives such as postmodernism offer to traditional historical understanding; philosophy in terms of the many intersections between Asian and Western thought; the psychological and sociological dimensions of religion; and the role of literature as the most sensitive reflection of any historical epoch.
- MA, York University, Toronto
- MA, Long Island University, Brooklyn
- BA, University of Nevada, Reno
Dan Aalbers is completing his doctoral dissertation at York University in Toronto, Ontario. Dan teaches classes in psychology. His interests include historiography, critical psychology, liberation psychology and other emancipatory psychologies. He is currently researching the roles that psychologists have played in the Bush and Obama torture programs.
- BA, San Diego State University; MA, San Francisco State University
Music, Psychology
- MA, Pacifica Graduate Institute
- BS, Allegheny College
Axton spent 14 years touring the world as a pianist in Hoyt Axton's Country Western, Boogie Woogie, Gospel, Rock and Roll Band. She played on 21 albums and co-produced two and appeared on dozens of television shows, including the Tonight Show. She has many writing, arranging and directing credits to her name and has directed, conducted and/or played for scores of local musical productions from community to professional levels. She is also known as a chamber music and solo piano performer.
Agroecology and Sustainable Development
- BA, Global Economics, University of California, Santa Cruz
- MA, Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Cruz
- PhD, Agroecology, University of California, Santa Cruz
Nick's teaching and research interests focus on agroecology, food systems, and sustainable development. He uses interdisciplinary approaches to understand and promote sustainable land management and community development in both tropical and temperate landscapes.
In his dissertation research, he evaluated the impacts of Fair Trade marketing networks and the adoption of agroecological farming practices on reducing smallholder coffee farmer vulnerability in Costa Rica. Partnering with local coffee cooperatives and an international NGO, the results were used to improve smallholder agricultural systems and marketing strategies, and were published in the Journal of Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems and in a policy brief for Food First: The Institute for Food and Development.
His postdoctoral research has focused on US water policy, evaluating obstacles and opportunities for meeting water quality goals in both rural and urban watersheds. These projects involve undergraduates at every phase from project design to publication to improve our understanding of the adoption, maintenance, and spread of water conservation and climate change best management practices. This work has been published in Land Use Policy, Climatic Change, Landscape and Urban Planning, Journal of Forestry, Journal of the American Water Resources Association (JAWRA), and by Purdue Extension.
The same commitment to community-based approaches, policy-relevant and applied topics, and sustainability that inspires his research also drives his work with students in the classroom and the field. His aim is to encourage students to become lifetime active learners and engaged citizens. His teaching and mentoring use experiential and field-based service learning opportunities to demonstrate connections between complex course materials and learners' lives. He is excited to work with Sierra Nevada College students and the Lake Tahoe community towards the larger goals of justice and environmental sustainability.
Philosophy, Literature, French
- PhD, in Philosophy, Purdue University
- MA, in Philosophy, The New School for Social Research
- BA, in French, University of Colorado.
Samantha Bankston has taught graduate and undergraduate courses at Purdue University and the University of Grenoble in France, and was a visiting scholar at the University of Copenhagen and Smith College. Her book translation of Anne Sauvagnargues' Deleuze and Art was published in 2013 (Bloomsbury/Continuum), and the publication of her first authored book, Deleuze's Concept of Becoming, is forthcoming from Bloomsbury Publications. Currently, she is writing a book entitled Deleuze and Zizek for Palgrave Macmillan (forthcoming). She has translated the work of renowned French philosophers, such as Frédéric Gros, for the University of Minnesota Press and the Edinburgh University Press. Her own philosophical essays can be found in a variety of anthologies and journals, including The International Journal of Zizek Studies (Vol. 15, No. 2), Deleuze and the Passions (Punctum Books, forthcoming 2016), and Simone de Beavoir – A Humanist Thinker (Brill, 2015).
Bankston is a part of a translation team funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), directed by philosophy professor Daniel W. Smith of Purdue University, which is translating French philosopher Gilles Deleuze's unpublished lecture seminars on Michel Foucault, given at the University of Paris-8. Her research interests include Continental philosophy, feminist philosophy, literature, and modern art. A Colorado native, Bankston loves snowboarding, riding her Dutch bicycle, and wandering in the mountains. She teaches courses across the Humanities, including philosophy, literature, art, French, and intellectual history.
- BA, Religion and Philosophy, University of La Verne
- MA, Women's Studies in Religion, Claremont Graduate University
Shannon Beets brings twenty years of experience in higher education as a senior administrator and faculty member. Immediately prior to assuming the role of Interim President of the College, Ms. Beets served for three years as Executive Vice President and Provost. She joined Sierra Nevada College in 2006 and has held a variety of positions across key academic areas, including as Vice President for Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness, as Associate Provost, as the Dean of Education for the Teacher Education Department, and as Dean of Enrollment Services.
During her tenure she has worked closely with faculty, the executive leadership, and the Board to create high impact academic programs, measure student learning outcomes, and assess institutional effectiveness. She successfully led the College's most recent reaccreditation process; and she has launched three successful Master's degree programs, including the Master of Arts in Education (M.Ed.), and two innovative, low-residency programs: the Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing and the MFA in Interdisciplinary Art. Most recently she spearheaded development of the College's Strategic Plan for 2014-2021 through a process that engaged all sectors of the College community, as well as key external stakeholders.
As an innovative educator, she has passionately advocated for active learning, leading and collaborating with SNC faculty to create significant new initiatives to increase high impact practices in the classroom – a distinguishing hallmark of Sierra Nevada College. In addition to her administrative responsibilities and her work in designing innovative curriculum, she continues to teach, both in the landmark freshman year experience course, CORE 101, and in senior level courses in a variety of areas.
Beets is a frequent presenter on academic innovation and student engagement both nationally and internationally, recently representing the College in China during a multi-university tour to collaborate on the teaching of entrepreneurial thinking to Chinese youth. In keeping with her strong commitment to the community, Beets serves as the facilitator for the North Lake Tahoe-Truckee Leadership Program, which trains, informs and engages accomplished professionals throughout the region in preparation for leadership roles in the community.
Sierra Nevada Review Editor
- MFA, Sierra Nevada College
- BA, Pomona College
- M.A., Stanford University
- BS, University of California, Davis
- MA, University of California, Berkeley
- PhD, University of California, Berkeley
Christina M. Frederick teaches psychology courses ranging from the introductory level to courses with more specialized emphases such as cognitive/behavioral, neuroscience, sensation and perception, social psychology, developmental, and research methods. Although her background is cognitive, her teaching and research experience has taken her far outside the cognitive domain. Christina's research interests range from human memory, to human perception, to undergraduate plagiarism. Her non-academic interests revolve around her family, with whom she is dedicated to living life to the fullest.
Outdoor Adventure Leadership
- BA, Anthropology and Geology, Bowdoin College
- MA, Multicultural Adventure Education, National University
Rosie Hackett teaches classes in interdisciplinary studies, outdoor leadership, wilderness ethics, service learning and senior portfolio. Rosie won SNC's Distinguished Teaching Award in 2011 and the Distinguished Advising Award in 2015. Her mission is to empower her students to become "growth" junkies, passionate leaders, competent outdoor professionals, and lifelong environmental stewards.
Rosie has dedicated the past 20 years to field instruction, curriculum design, environmental stewardship, and leadership development, and is a fervent believer in the power of outdoor adventure education to change and enrich lives. Her extensive and varied field experience includes instructing/guiding sailing, sea kayaking, whitewater rafting/kayaking, rock climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing, and outdoor leadership for schools and organizations all over the world.
Prior to establishing SNC's Outdoor Adventure Leadership Program, Rosie developed and directed the successful Wilderness Education Program at Lake Tahoe Community College. While growing LTCC's Wilderness Program, she was also an assistant professor at Prescott College and a lead facilitator in organizational leadership for Adventure Associates.
On her days off, Rosie can usually be found skiing, surfing, climbing or biking with her husband, Bret, her two children, Ruby and Van, and her dog, Osa, near her home in South Lake Tahoe or in a far away place.
Philosophy, Literature, Political Economy
- BA, English Literature, University of Florida
- MA, Literature, Theory, and Cultural Studies, Purdue University
- PhD, Philosophy, Purdue University
Robert Drury King is an associate professor in the Department of Humanities at Sierra Nevada College. He is also a research fellow with the Centre Leo Apostel at the Free University of Brussels. He has been a visiting fellow at Duke University's Center for the History of Political Economy and at the Saxo Institute at the University of Copenhagen, Humanities Division. As a graduate of the Philosophy and Literature program at Purdue University, his doctoral dissertation, "System Individuation in Differential and Dialectical Ontology: Deleuze, Hegel, and Systematic Thought," received the 2011 College of Liberal Arts Distinguished Dissertation Award.
Robert publishes in the fields of systems theory, philosophy, and political economy. He has studied at the School of Criticism and Theory at Cornell University; the Collegium Phaenomenologicum in Citta di Castello, Italy; and within the Unseld Lecture Series at the University of Tübingen. He has been a visiting fellow of the World Congress Summer School in Glasgow, Scotland with the Association for Social Economics; in the National Endowment for the Humanities' 2012 Summer Institute in Experimental Philosophy at the University of Arizona; and a fellow at the National Humanities Center's Summer Institutes in Literary Studies, in Robert Pippin's J.M. Coetzee seminar.
Robert has received a grant from The John F. Kennedy School for North American Studies, and a Franklin Research Grant from the American Philosophical Society which he used to study the Norbert Wiener Papers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is an inaugural member of the London Graduate School's Summer Academy in Critical Humanities and he was a text seminar leader on Hegel's Logic under Angelica Nuzzo at the Collegium Phaenomenologicum in the summer of 2014. His work has been the subject of a Guy L. Leonard Memorial Lecture at the University of Nevada, Reno and an Illuminations Lecture at Purdue University. He is also the book review editor for Constructivist Foundations.
Novelist, Screenwriter, Producer, Cartoonist
- M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Goddard College Vermont
- B.A. in Studio Art, S.U.N.Y Buffalo State College
Chris Millis is a prize-winning novelist, screenwriter, producer, cartoonist, and best-selling celebrity collaborator. His first novel, Small Apartments (Anvil Press, 2001), won the 23rd Annual International 3-Day Novel Contest, which Playboy Magazine called "a coffee-fueled, plot-weaving, literary juggernaut." Canada's prestigious Globe and Mail said of Small Apartments: "brisk and compact … surprisingly expansive thematic breadth, a thoughtful, silly yet serious study in goofy pathos." Millis adapted the screenplay and is Executive Producer on the film, which premiered in March 2012 at the South by Southwest Film Festival in Austin and was a huge hit with audiences and (some) critics.
Millis's second novel, God & California, is a deeply philosophical, dark comic tale about a wounded army veteran and a priapic, defrocked Catholic priest on a road trip across America in a pink, Cadillac Eldorado convertible — breaking all 10 Commandments in a quest to speak with God. It was released in Summer 2014 by The Vermont Press and has been optioned in manuscript format by Lionsgate Films.
Millis has published thousands of his drawings and ideas in books, magazines, newspapers, greeting cards, and on toys. His illustrated books include An American Bestiary, by former senator, presidential candidate, and poet-statesman, Eugene McCarthy (1916 – 2005), and the children's book, A Clam Named Sam, by New England author and conservationist Lee DeVitt. The Washington Post has lauded Millis's illustration style as "zany."
Since 1995, Millis has co-created John McPherson's syndicated cartoon feature "Close To Home", which is distributed to over 700 publications worldwide by Universal Press Syndicate. He has kept a foot in the book world by doing celebrity book collaborations. Some have his name on them, some don't. Along the way, Millis has worked as an art director, daily editorial cartoonist, editor, sportswriter, and hot dog vendor on the hardscrabble streets of Buffalo, NY.
Author website: http://www.chrismillis.com/
- MFA, Creative Writing, Bowling Green State University
June Sylvester Saraceno is originally from Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Her work has appeared in various journals including American Journal of Nursing, California Quarterly, The Pedestal, Silk Road, Smartish Pace, Southwestern American Literature, Tar River Poetry and others; as well as several anthologies including A Bird as Black as the Sun: California Poets on Crows and Ravens; Intimate Kisses: the poetry of sexual pleasure; Passionate Hearts: the poetry of sexual love, and Tahoe Blues. Her chapbook Mean Girl Trips was published in fall 2006 by Pudding House Press. She has published two full-length collections of poetry, Altars of Ordinary Light (Plain View Press, 2007), and Of Dirt and Tar (WordTech Communications, 2014). She is currently English Program Chair at Sierra Nevada College, Lake Tahoe, founding editor of the Sierra Nevada Review and Director of Writers in the Woods literary reader series.
Poetry and Visual Arts
- BA, University of California, Berkeley
- MFA, University of Iowa Writers Workshop
Jared Stanley is the author of two full-lengths books of poetry, The Weeds and Book Made of Forest, as well as four chapbooks, including How the Desert Did Me In. He frequently collaborates with visual artists and is a member of the interdisciplinary public art group Unmanned Minerals, whose work explores how language mediates landscape. Stanley is a co-editor of Mrs. Maybe, and a 2012-2014 Research Fellow at the Center for Art + Environment at the Nevada Museum of Art.
His poems have appeared in Manor House Quarterly, Newfound, Bombsite, textsound, OnandOnScreen, Ping*Pong: The Journal of the Henry Miller Library, Slope, and the Columbia Poetry Review. Stanley lives in Reno, NV, teaches at Sierra Nevada College in Incline Village, and helps out with the Wednesday night drop-in clinic at the Reno Bike Project, a non-profit community bike shop that advocates for bicycling and bicycle infrastructure.
- BA, Prescott College
Poetry, Nonfiction
- MFA, University of Oregon
Brian Turner is the author of two collections of poetry: Here, Bullet (Alice James Books, 2005; Bloodaxe Books, 2007) and Phantom Noise (Alice James Books, 2010; Bloodaxe Books in October of 2010). Both collections were published in Swedish by Oppenheim forlag and his poetry has been translated into several languages. His poetry and essays have been published in The New York Times, National Geographic, Poetry Daily, The Georgia Review, Virginia Quarterly Review and other journals. Turner earned an MFA from the University of Oregon before serving for seven years in the US Army. He was an infantry team leader for a year in Iraq with the 3rd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. Prior to that, he deployed to Bosnia-Herzegovina with the 10th Mountain Division (1999-2000). Turner was featured in the documentary film Operation Homecoming: Writing the Wartime Experience, which was nominated for an Academy Award.
He received a USA Hillcrest Fellowship in Literature, an NEA Literature Fellowship in Poetry, the Amy Lowell Traveling Fellowship, the Poets' Prize, and a Fellowship from the Lannan Foundation. His most recent book, Phantom Noise, was short-listed for the T.S. Eliot Prize in England, and he was awarded a Fellowship in the NEA/Japan-US Friendship Commission Creative Artist Program for 2012. His work has appeared on National Public Radio, the BBC, Newshour with Jim Lehrer, Here and Now, and on Weekend America, among others. He is the Director of the new Low Residency MFA program at Sierra Nevada College.
- BA, English, Dartmouth College
- MA, English Education & Curriculum Development, Stanford University
- CLAD, credential in English, Mills College.
Katie teaches English composition: Writing and the Environment and Educational Issues, communications, Principles of Interdisciplinary Studies, Service Learning , Senior Portfolio and a variety of other courses in the Humanities Department. She also teaches mountaineering and telemark skiing at the college.
Under the auspices of University of California, Berkeley, she designed and founded a literacy and leadership program, Adventure, Risk and Challenge (ARC) for high school youth. In 2011, she received the LL Bean Outdoor Hero award for her innovation with this program. A former outward bound instructor, she has taught mountaineering, rock climbing, backpacking, expeditionary canoeing and backcountry snowboarding courses across the United States for over a decade. She has worked with teachers, families, adults, youth in a range of 1 week to semester long expeditionary courses. She also taught English at Berkeley High School and English Language Development (ELD) at Sierra Mountain Middle School in Truckee.
At Sierra Nevada College, she is currently the Chair of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program and the advisor of the First Generation Club. Katie combines her academic focus in communication, writing and integrative learning with her passion for outdoor adventure education with her commitment to social justice and providing access to educational opportunities for all students. Through collaboration with faculty across departments, Katie has helped to build SNC's Interdisciplinary Studies program. She hopes to bring active learning, service learning, communication skills, and integrative thinking to the college community and to inspire students to get out into the community to make a difference.
- 06.04.2017 SNC Psychology at UCLA
- 06.01.2017 SNC's L.I.M.I.T Takes Tri-State Business Plan Competition
- 05.18.2017 2017 Best of Incline Award for Summer Art Workshops
- 05.16.2017 Voices from Commencement
- 05.16.2017 SNC Alumni Win Heart of Education Teaching Awards


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'52 Greatest Moments, World Series of Poker' by Mark Rogers and Amalgam Studio artfully brings to life the colourful history of the WSOP from the legendary days of Johnny Moss, Doyle Brunson and Stu Ungar, to the more recent exploits of Phil Hellmuth, Chris Moneymaker and 2006 winner Jamie Gold.
The book counts down the top 52 moments from Main Event championships, preliminary event bracelet records to the influential moments that took place between poker's most recognisable characters.
Each of the 52 chapters relay detailed accounts of the history behind the tournament's best bluffs, best comebacks, perfect tens (tournament bracelets) and how they eventually unfolded, with interesting tournament statistics and notable WSOP finishes for each featured player.
The new release includes more than 100 quotes from professional poker players and critics, full colour photographs, a full glossary of poker terms, rules and rankings, plus a gallery of all of the World Series of Poker Champions.
'52 Greatest Moments, World Series of Poker' is out now priced $39.95 at www.52pokermoments.com.


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Coming across Employee Confidentiality Agreements or inclusion of the Confidential Information clause in an employment agreement is a common part and parcel of the professional front. However, there have been instances wherein under the disguise of protecting confidential information, such
It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question.This is rather apt for the India IP scenario where many individuals and companies have been approaching the Courts with rather interesting questions (ones that we have always wanted answers to) and Courts have been very liberal, and cautious at the same time while interpreting these provisions of the intellectual property laws. With specific reference to the confidentiality clauses, non-disclosure agreements and trade secrets, there have always been a lot of questions but very few answers. Two recent cases decided by the Calcutta High Court and Delhi High Court shed some light on the enforcement of such clauses.
In my earlier post on this matter, I discussed the importance of filing the statement of working for a patent without delving into the aspect of confidentiality or lack thereof when such statements are made. Statutorily, the statement of working may be published by the Patent Office and so the Patent Office has made available online the statements of working filed for the year 2012.
The Plaintiff, Vogueserve International Private Limited, is an Indian company which was engaged in the business of trading of home textiles, home decorative, furnishing and clothing etc. and provide buying services for international buying companies. All four Defendants were employed with Vogueserve until July 2011. When they resigned, they took with them, the client database and other confidential information. In November 2011 they started a new company under the name of "Excel Buying Services" dealing in the same line of business as Vogueserve. They continued to contact Vogueserves clients through their old email id and used the information that they had taken. Vogueserve filed an FIR against the former employees to initiate criminal proceedings and filed a suit with the Court and sought an injunction against Defendants from contacting their former clients in particular "STRAUSS innovations", "BOLTZE", "IMPRESSIONEN", "SCHNEIDER", and DS PRODUKTE".
We are a boutique intellectual property law firm based out of India, assisting clients ranging from early-stage start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across several industries in protecting intellectual property across the globe.


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I don't know about about you, but one of the midseason shows whose return I'm MOST excited for is FX's The Americans—it was my top show of 2013, after all—and Season 2 is finally almost here, with a premiere date of Wednesday, February 26. As such, I'm currently in the middle of a Season 1 re-watch (which I highly recommend doing, by the way), I simply cannot wait to welcome the Jennings back into my life. I think I've watched this "Bed" promo about a million times already:
Anyway, the Season 1 DVD set just hit shelves this week, and as a little Valentine's Day treat, I've got an exclusive clip from one of the special features to share with you. It's a snippet from a behind-the-scenes package called "Perfecting the Art of Espionage," and it's basically an explanation of the real-life initiative behind Clark and Martha's relationship, courtesy of series co-creators Joel Fields and Joe Weisberg (the latter of whom actually spent four years working as an intelligence officer for the CIA).
#TheMoreYouKnow, right?
And here are few more random tidbits I learned while screening the various other commentaries and special features on the DVD:
– The writers make a dedicated effort to include a "marriage story" in every episode. Of Philip and Elizabeth's ongoing relationship strife, they said: "When we decided to split them up in the middle of the season, one thing we didn't anticipate is that they'd stay broken up for so long, and it would take until the finale for them to come back together."
Guys, February 26 is less than two weeks away. I can't wait!


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What to do in Egypt
Watersports: Swim with dolphins, scuba dive down into some of the world's best wrecks, snorkel over colourful reefs, surf Egypt's waves, windsurf in the trade winds or go wild in the water parks.
Land and overland adventures: Safari into the desert on a camel, canter along the coastline on horseback, race over the dunes on a quad bike, enjoy a round of golf or take to the skies in a hot air balloon.
Beach life: Work on your tan on the golden sands of the Red Sea coast, cool off in crystal clear waters and sip iced fruit cocktails at beachside bars.
Nightlife: Wander off the beach into world famous nightclubs such as The Ministry of Sound Beach Club and Hed Kandi Beach Bar in Hurghada. Discover Cairo's live music scene, check out the hotel discos in Sharm el Sheikh, try the traditional belly dancing show, or try your luck in the casinos.
History: Walk through the Valley of the Kings, see the Colossi of Memnon and the mighty Temple of Luxor, stand in awe at the Abu Simbel temples near Aswan, visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, the Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo - and that's just for starters!
Culture: Watch the Pyramids Sound and Light Show in Cairo, dine with locals in traditional villages, enjoy cultural performances and Bedouin dinner shows, go bargain hunting in the city souks like world famous Khan el Khalili bazaar, or charter a Felucca (a traditional boat) in Aswan and float down the Nile.
Excursions and Attractions
Alexandria City Tour - Meet the Pearl of Egypt
Spend a day exploring one of the world's most famous ancient cities during your holiday in Egypt as you discover the precious monuments and treasures of Alexandria. The Montazah Summer Palace, the 15th century Fort Qaitbay, Pompey's Pillar and the...
Aswan High Dam, Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk
Explore the highlights of Aswan during your holiday in Egypt. This fascinating guided tour will introduce you to some of the country's most iconic landmarks, including the world famous High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful Temple of...
Back with the Pharaohs - Abu Simbel Temples
Egypt boasts a wealth of magnificent archeological treasures, many of which have been protected under the UNESCO World Heritage convention. This excursion will introduce you to the majestic Temples of Abu Simbel, one of the most impressive monuments in...
Bedouin Night
If you are looking for an exotic desert adventure during your holiday in Egypt, spend an evening riding camels across the sand dunes and experience authentic Bedouin lifestyle and culture at a traditional desert camp under the stars. This is an...
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Swiss hotel brand Movenpick is continuing to expand its presence in Egypt with a new beach and golf resort planned to open in the Red Sea Riviera area of Sokhna in 2020. The Movenpick Hotel El Ein Bay will be the group's ninth hotel in Egypt, where it also operates eight luxury river cruisers.
Egypt's Tourism Authority predicts 2017 to be good year for its travel industry
The Egyptian Tourism Authority is optimistic about the future of the country's tourism industry as it predicts 2017 to be a year of growth. After an unstable few years, consumer research reveals that British people are once again looking to travel to Egypt for good value holidays, and a new flight has been launched by Egyptair between Heathrow and Luxor.
World-famous archaeologist to lead private tour of Egyptian sites
A unique Egyptian tour led a world-famous archaeologist is set to take visitors along with private access to some of the country's most impressive sites and monuments that aren't open to the public. The Royal Tour of Egypt is a two-week historical tour, with insight into the country's culture and some of the region's most impressive discoveries, from the Great Pyramids to the Valley of the Kings.


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Scout Felt Hat Rain & Stain Repellent
- Scout Felt Hat Rain & Stain Repellent
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$8.15 Final Price
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Take care of your best fur and wool felt hats with Scout rain and stain repellent. Periodically spray this specially designed repellent on your hat to keep it dry and stain free. Not recommended for non-porous materials. 5.5 oz. aerosol can.


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This delicious mocha cappuccino drink is simple to make in the comfort of your own kitchen. Coffee liqueur adds a little kick!
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 2 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
How to Make It
Stir together first 5 ingredients in a saucepan; cook, whisking constantly, over medium heat, 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Microwave milk in a 2-cup glass measuring cup at HIGH 2 minutes, or until thoroughly heated. Pour one-third hot milk in a heat-proof jar; seal with lid. Shake until frothy. Repeat twice with remaining milk.
Pour coffee into 4 mugs; top with frothed milk. Serve immediately.
Note: For testing purposes only, we used Kalhua coffee liqueur.


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E tū has a new leader at the helm of its Aviation division with the appointment of Marja Lubeck as Director of Aviation, effective today.
Ms Lubeck, a former President of the Flight Attendants Association, takes up the role with the resignation of Kelvin Ellis who is resuming work on his thesis.
Cabin crew say it's time they were included in Civil Aviation Authority regulations, including rules related to fatigue. While pilots are covered by the regulations, cabin crew are not. Their union, E tū says fatigue is a well-recognised aviation risk and cabin crew should be covered – a view supported by the Pilots Association, as well as global aviation regulators and industry experts.
Flight attendants have voted overwhelmingly to formally merge with E tū, to form the country's biggest aviation union.
The flight attendants' union, E tū has condemned a series of laser strikes targeting flights near Auckland and Wellington airports as irresponsible and potentially lethal.
The strikes affected several international flights into Auckland this morning, as well as an Air New Zealand plane heading into Wellington last night.
The flight attendants unions, E tū and FARSA (Flight Attendants and Related Services Association) are backing airline pilots in their fight for changes to the proposed extension of Wellington Airport's runway in the interest of safety.


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A fantastic price for this beautiful bungalow full of details and that their space and privacy becomes one of their first choices. a comfortable, cosy, very well distributed housing to account with all the space that you and your loved ones need and that is located in a quiet urbanization with swimming pool. a total of 179m 2 with living room, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and 1 toilet. in addition also has a plant basement of 48m 2 and several terraces with beautiful views of the mountains… sold furnished and equipped with air conditioning.
We can help you to get a mortgage on favourable terms. A residence permit can be obtained with the purchase of this property. Please ask our team for more information.


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Second Home
Sail Date: June 01, 2014
Reviewed: 3 years ago
Traveled As: Couple
Room Type: Inside
Cabin: GTY
We are Jersey residents who reside a few towns upriver from Bayonne. From he N.Y. area, we have experienced many cuise lines. RCCL and Celebrity are two of our favorites. Celebrity Summit does it just right. Their innovative buffet dining and services draw us back again and again! Bermuda, the Caribbean,
it's all excellent! See you in January!
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|Nicly decorated. Something for everyone.
|Food and Dining
|We do buffet only. This is a true test of any chef. Very happy with the Summit!
|Service and Staff
|Since this is our 4th sailing, the staff is like family and the service is great!
|Something for everyone!
|Children's Programs
|Onboard Activities
|Destinations and Excursions
|Bermuda is beautiful. The back-to-back from San Juan gives varety
|Cabin / Stateroom
|Larger than expected.
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|Cape Liberty (Bayonne), New Jersey
|Most convenient for us.
|King's Wharf, Bermuda
|roam around
The back of the buffet (inside or out) is our favorite spot.
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Rubik's Cube
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A Rubik's Cube is covered with 54 square areas called facelets, 9 facelets on each of its six sides. Each facelet has a certain color. Usually when the cube is in its starting state, all facelets belonging to one side have the same color. For the original cube these are red, yellow, green, blue, white and orange.
The positions of the facelets can be changed by turning the sides of the cube. This moves nine "little cubes" together with their attached facelets into a new position (see Fig. 1).
The problem is to determine how the facelets of the entire cube are colored after turning different sides in different directions.
The starting state describes the colors of the facelets and where they are positioned. The colors are identified by single characters, and one character is given per facelet. Characters are separated by blanks and arranged in a certain pattern (see Fig. 2). The pattern identifies all six sides of the cube and can be thought of as a folding pattern. As shown in Fig. 2, the description of the top side of the cube is placed right over the description of the front side. This is done by indenting the lines with blanks. The next three lines contain the descriptions of the left, front, right and back side as shown in Fig. 2. The descriptions are simply concatenated with a blank character used as separator. After that the description of the bottom side follows, using the same format as the one used to describe the top side. This concludes the description of the starting state.
Then follows the second section of the scenario containing the turns which have to be performed. The description of the turns starts with a line containing the number of turns t (t > 0). Each turn is given in a separate line and consists of two integer values s and d which are separated by a single blank. The first value s determines the side of the cube which has to be turned. The sides are serially numbered as follows:left '0′, front '1′, right '2′, back '3′, top '4′, bottom '5′. The second value d determines in which direction
the side s has to be turned and can either be '1′ or '-1′. A '1′ stands for clockwise and a '-1′ for counterclockwise.The direction is given under the assumption that the viewer is looking directly at the specific side of the cube.
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Most sales jobs suck. And most sales guys (and sales gals) lead pretty miserable, high-stress lives. What's more, most sales people seem to always come off a bit desperate. (Others come off more clueless than desperate, but that's another story.)
When I got into selling, I wasn't interested in any of the traditional forms of selling. I tried the conventional route when I was a young kid — tried selling carpet at a carpet and rug store, of all things — and it was a disaster. I wasn't much good at it, and when I looked around at the guys who were good at it, I knew straight off that I didn't want to be like them, even if it meant making "salesman of the month" twelve months in a row.
Fact is, those guys were a sorry lot. They worked their asses off, putting in 12-hour days six days a week. I remember one poor bastard who stalked the front door for walk-ins like a buzzard waiting for a wounded gopher to drop over and die. Desperate and hungry, and getting ulcers over worrying whether or not the economy was going to put him out of a job or whether his latest sale was going to back out on him and ask for their deposit back.
Another desperate group I don't ever want to be part of is the MLM crowd. Now, I'm sure there must be one or two good multi-level-marketing companies out there. But again, I've had first-hand experience with it (for me personally it was Amway, back in the day; more recently it's been people I know, jumping into all sorts of wacky outfits), and frankly, those people tend to be even more desperate than the sweaty vulture at the carpet place. Desperate but always smiling. Always trying a bit too hard to make you think they're "doing great!" … but never quite convincing me that they aren't, in fact, three months behind on their car payments and one missed mortgage away from climbing up a clock tower with a rifle and a case of Acai Berry juice.
Here's the thing.
If regular sales jobs suck (or even somewhat irregular ones, like the ones the MLM folks are always trying to get you to join up with), if trying to make a living in corporate sales, medical supply sales, pharmaceutical sales, used car sales, door-to-door sales, telemarketing sales, insurance sales, mortgage sales, and, god help us, furniture and carpet sales — if all of that gives you the screaming heebie-jeebies (it sure as hell does me!), then it's time to rethink your sales gig and decide what it is you DO want.
I'll tell you what I want. I want to roll like a rock star. I want to call my own shots. I want to work when I want, and from where I want, and with whom I want. And at the end of the day, I sure as hell don't want to be stressed out for 12 hours a day and I don't want to be buried in paperwork and I don't want to be setting up the next "meeting" to try to get people excited about selling overpriced crap no one really wants.
Selling like a rock star means building a sales career around something you actually love … something that can bring in real money, serious money, with very little time invested … where you call the shots, and where you can work off of your laptop and cell phone from anywhere in the world, even from a sailboat off the coast of Greece if you want to.
I'm going to be posting some articles and videos here talking about how to build that kind of lifestyle for yourself.
And believe you me: it's all about lifestyle.
If you're making $250K a year, but you're miserable, overworked, never see your wife or kids, never get to travel or take a real vacation, and you're stuck in an office all week long dancing around for a boss — that's not lifestyle.
That's the rat race, pal.
I'd rather see you earning $175K … living a simpler life … working only a handful of hours each week … traveling the world … selling the way you want to sell … and having fun. I'd rather see you cultivating lifestyle, making phone calls from the beach if you want — not putting on the monkey suit every day to impress the boss and groveling to get clients to buy from you.
This site is going to be all about building a different kind of sales career.
What you're going to be learning here is how to earn all the money you need, while designing the kind of LIFE you actually want to be living.
No one seems to be offering this kind of sale training. Kind of the Four-Hour Sales Week sort of training, I guess you could call it. Freelance sales (or independent sales, if you prefer that) is all about putting together a sales career of your own, away from the corporate gig, away from all the conventional sales jobs out there. It's possible (I'm pulling it off easily enough myself); and with a little training, it's probably possible for you too.
So stick around, watch some videos, and come back often. This is going to be a fun ride.


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Living Legends horse retirement home
Living Legends is an international home of rest for champion horses located on Oaklands Road at Woodlands Historic Park in Greenvale near Melbourne, Australia. Opened in 2006, the organization's primary activity is the care of older horses; but it also supports equine research, education and training to benefit horses of any age or breed.
Modelled on the Home of Rest for Horses in Speen, Buckinghamshire, England, Living Legends is a charitable organisation which relies on private and corporate donations and sponsorships.
Open to the public, horses that can be seen at Living Legends as of June 2007 are:
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