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Taste for Salt May Start in Infancy
Start Good Eating Habits Early
"What our study shows is that babies' taste system is very malleable," Stein tells WebMD. "If early exposure to salt increases the preference and taste for salt of an individual, then one might imply that down the road it might be harder to eat lower-salt food and enjoy it."
Nutrition experts say the results emphasize the importance of starting healthy eating habits as early as possible.
"This study helps us appreciate that what we do in the first year of life is so important to how kids eat, how well they eat, how varied they eat, and what their food preferences are," says pediatric nutritionist Jill Castle, RD.
Castle says that between 6 months and 8 months of age, babies should only be just starting to be exposed to starchy table foods like bread, crackers, and ready-to-eat cereals in small amounts. The bulk of their daily calories should still come from breast milk or formula, iron-fortified baby cereal, fruit, and vegetables.
Experts say many parents aren't aware that ready-to-eat cereals, bread, crackers, and other starchy foods marketed to children contain sodium, which can add up over the course of the day if the child is eating a variety of these foods.
"There seems to be an increased preponderance of parents trying to choose those types of foods for their kids," says pediatrician Christine Wood, MD. "These foods are being marketed as being appropriate for children, but I really try to focus in on parents trying to have the focus on a lot of fresh foods, fruits, and vegetables being the most important things."
Aside from increasing the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease down the road, Wood says there are also more immediate health risks associated with children developing a taste for salty foods.
"We know that starchier foods in general are more calorie-dense foods," says Wood, who is also the author of How to Get Kids to Eat Great and Love It! That may lead to a higher risk of childhood obesity.
Ways to Introduce Good Eats
Wood and Castle agree that the best advice for parents introducing their child to healthy foods is to keep food as wholesome and fresh as possible.
Their tips include:
- Keep fresh fruit and vegetables cut up and front and center in the refrigerator for easy access.
- Make whole wheat pasta with marinara sauce rather than macaroni and cheese out of a box.
- Introduce starchy foods like bread when age appropriate for your child (usually between 6-8 months of age).
- Choose less processed foods whenever possible.
The fewer foods that come out of a packaged box the better, Wood says. "Then you can control the amount of salt."


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A colleague and I decided to check out a newly opened Vietnamese restaurant nearby. It was only a couple blocks away from the Chicago Board of Trade, and the place was buzzing with people by the time we got there.
We weren't surprised with the crowd at all. It was normal for lunch places to get busy during lunch hour. What really set this place apart was the atmosphere and decorations. Most lunch places in the Loop usually don't pay much attention to such things. People are here for a quick lunch, not here for a date.
That is not Bánh Mì & Co. Bánh Mì & Co is small, busy, and typical for a lunch place in terms of space. But the commonality basically stops there. We were greeted with exotics decorations that transported us from the modern Chicago financial district to what one would expect of a restaurant in a small Vietnamese resort.
For a place you are only expected to spend 30 minutes, the place is really detailed and authentic to make you forget work.
The price was more than reasonable. It was cheap, and nothing on the menu goes above $8.50. They have sandwiches, too. There really isn't any excuse to go to Subway everyday for lunch.
The line was long, but everything was moving surprisingly fast. Yet the ladies at the register didn't make us feel like we were getting rushed at all. We ordered our food and waited for them to call our number, and I had to snap a picture during all the business.
The food was really, really good. It didn't take us longer than 5 minutes to get our order, too. We both got Pho with beef, which is basically noodle soup. It was decently portioned, and the soup was made of fresh ingredients instead of MSG. I actually ended up not finishing my noodle. I had to waive my white flag before I succumbed to the food coma that's going to make me drowsy for the rest of afternoon.
And of course, no Asian restaurant would serve a meal without the fortune cookies mandated by the FDA.
Would you bring your bros here?
Yes. This is great place for a quick lunch break, and their food will shut up even your most cynical colleague.
Should you bring someone here on a date?
Unfortunately, Bánh Mì & Co has limited seating and hours like most lunch places in the Loop. That being said, if your date is only looking for a quick break during, this is the perfect place.
Can I bring my boss or colleagues for a happy hour?
This is primary a lunch place. No happy hour here. But if you are looking for catering and something exotic, Bánh Mì & Co is the place.
Is this a family friendly place?
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|Ground beef browns itself in the slow cooker with spices and hot sauce; easy and delicious! (Photo from Kalyn's Kitchen.)
When I discovered you could put raw ground beef into the slow cooker with spices and hot sauce, and a few hours later you'd have Slow Cooker Browns-in-the-Crockpot Spicy Ground Beef for Tacos, Burritos, and Taco Salad, it rocked my world! This is seriously one of my favorite slow cooker recipes out of the many I've posted on Kalyn's Kitchen, and even though I already included it in the collection of 20 Recipes for Slow Cooker Beef Tacos from Food Bloggers, I love this recipe so much that I wanted to share it alone to be sure everyone sees it. My version is pretty spicy, so if you're cooking this for kids, I'd cut down on the hot sauce a little, but I promise, once you try this you will be hooked on this way of making taco meat!
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StarWind Software Executive Team
Art Berman, COO
Art Berman is a successful serial entrepreneur who has founded a number of companies in the technology industry. Mr. Berman brings more than a decade of entrepreneurial experience building and advising successful software companies. He created the business strategy for the StarWind iSCSI SAN solution and has managed worldwide online sales and operations since 2003. Mr. Berman earned his Masters degree in Economics from Moscow International Business Institute in 1997.
Follow the link to see his personal blog: www.bermana.net
Anton Kolomyeytsev, CTO and Chief Architect
Anton Kolomyeytsev is a successful entrepreneur and the chief architect at StarWind. Anton originally was a Windows Kernel Engineer and a Chief Kernel Architect who created the iSCSI storage and SAN software products starting in 2003 and is responsible for driving the technical vision of StarWind Software. Previously, he held software development and engineering positions at Paragon Software, a storage software company and various other software outsourcing companies in Europe and in the U.S. Anton has a degree in Engineering and Computer Science.


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Sale brings in highest total ever for a private American wine collection.
Posted: June 7, 2004 By Peter D. Meltzer
Annual charity event draws collectors and prominent vintners, but bidding is subdued.
Posted: June 7, 2004 By Tim Fish
A pristine consignment direct from the château commands dramatically high prices.
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The 108-case consignment includes rare Vintage Port and claret.
Posted: May 13, 2004 By Peter D. Meltzer
David Elswood will oversee global wine sales.
Posted: April 12, 2004 By Peter D. Meltzer
But the 2002 Cabernets attracted less excitement than the 2001s, and the per-case average was the lowest since 1998.
Posted: February 23, 2004 By Tim Fish
Michael David and Paul Hart join Chicago-based retail firm.
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Event has seen a significant decline in funds raised, but will continue with new beneficiaries and new locations.
Posted: February 13, 2004 By Tim Fish, Ryan Isaac
Figure represents highest U.S. total for a charity wine event since 2001.
Posted: February 13, 2004 By Ryan Isaac
Sales increased 7 percent over 2002, with New York leading the way.
Posted: December 29, 2003 By Peter D. Meltzer
The 33 imperials of classified growths from the 1982 vintage sold for triple their pre-sale estimate.
Posted: December 8, 2003 By Peter D. Meltzer
First joint sale will take place next spring.
Posted: November 27, 2003 By Peter D. Meltzer
Mouton-Rothschild 1945 and Lafleur 1961 sold for well above their Wine Spectator Auction Index averages.
Posted: November 24, 2003 By Peter D. Meltzer
Lots directly from the château commanded prices far above average.
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The Hospices of Sonoma replaces the World Croquet Championship charity fundraiser.
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At the annual Hospices de Beaune, bidders paid more for the 2003 wines than they did last year for the high-quality 2002 vintage.
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A case of Château Latour 1961, which came straight from the estate's cellars, sold for $56,400 at NYWinesChristie's.
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The auctioneer and the London retailer have applied to New York state for a permit to buy Aulden Cellars, Sotheby's current partner.
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Concealed Carry Showdown Looms in Highland Park, Illinois
CHICAGO, July 8, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following was released today by the Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA):
A north-suburban lawmaker's promise to bar supporters of concealed carry from a public meeting has riled self-defense supporters from across the state. When State Representative Karen May (D-58) learned that supporters of concealed carry planned to attend her July 9 town hall meeting, she responded by saying that her staff would bar anyone who lives outside her district from entering the meeting. The ISRA and government accountability watchdog groups doubt that May has the authority to ban any citizen from the public meeting as the Highland Park Public Safety Building is a public building funded with taxpayer dollars. Despite May's promise to prevent concealed carry supporters from entering the meeting, the ISRA expects a large turnout of self-defense advocates. The town hall meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., July 9, at the Highland Park Public Safety Building, 1677 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL.
"Rep. May has, for many years, been openly antagonistic towards law-abiding firearm owners," commented ISRA Executive Director, Richard Pearson. "May has consistently supported every gun control measure – no matter how intrusive or inappropriate – introduced into the House. May has also been a very vocal opponent of concealed carry and voted against HB148 earlier this spring. After casting her vote against HB148, May issued a statement gloating over the bill's defeat. Needless to say, May is not very popular with those who support the right to self defense."
"Concealed carry is a life or death issue to many folks," continued Pearson. "The issue generates a lot of passion in those who are concerned about violent crime and self-defense. When Rep. May announced her town hall meeting, many self-defense advocates saw the meeting as an opportunity to communicate their position on the issue to Rep. May. Many feel that, since May represents a very affluent district, she may not be sensitive to the plight of citizens for whom the threat of violent street crime is an everyday concern. Self-defense advocates want to impress upon Rep. May their need to have a readily available means of self defense as they go about their daily lives."
"Of course, we can expect to hear Rep. May say that she '…votes her district' on this issue," said Pearson. "But, at this juncture, concealed carry is an issue of state-wide concern and voting one's district may not serve the interests of the state as a whole. Including May's vote, there is currently about a half-dozen vote margin between passage and failure of concealed carry in the House. Thus, with the vote so close, May's constituency on this issue conceivably consists of every law-abiding person in the state. May's promise to deny some citizens a voice at the town hall meeting serves only to polarize the issue further."
The ISRA is the state's leading advocate of safe, lawful and responsible firearms ownership. For more than a century, the ISRA has represented the interests of millions of law-abiding firearm owners.
SOURCE Illinois State Rifle Association
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An Interesting Peek Inside an Inkjet Cartridge
Besides public restroom toilet paper, is there anything that disappears as quickly, at the most inopportune times, than inkjet printer ink? I don't know how many times I've had the printer sputter to Jackson Pollock-style output due to an unexpected drain in the cartridge reservoirs when I most need the rare paper printout. Then it's off to the home office supply store to pay Beluga caviar-like prices for what amounts to a chipmunk's mouthful of colored water...
UK blog, HP Ink Cartridges, a site dedicated to reporting "about getting less ink for your money in your ink cartridge" took a peek inside one of those mini-money blackholes packaged in plastic, comparing a HP 350 ink cartridge from 2010 to a same model offering now in 2012. What he found inside is a drastic change with the hydrophobic sponge inside.
"I then removed the top of the cartridge with a handsaw and as you can see from the picture below the hydrophobic sponge fills the cartridge totally, just as I would have expected for the best part of fifteen quid, I then took another HP 350, the same cartridge but this time the manufacturers date was 2012 on the cartridge, I removed the top in the same way as before and to be totally honest I could not believe what I was looking at, the hydrophobic sponge inside the 2012 cartridge is only half the size!!"
But hold on, corporate conspiracy theorists. As much as I feel like inkjet cartridges are a horribly overpriced supply, many of the commenters point out valid counter-arguments negating concern, like this one made by "Tommy":
What people fail to understand about printer catridges [sic] is that they aren't selling you the "ink". They are selling you the number of "prints". The ink cartridges for older HP printers (2003-2005) contained more ink but cost more. The newer printer cartidges [sic] (2005-current) contain less ink but usually cost less. Now, even if the cartridges contain the same amount on ink, the newer, smaller cartridges will produce as much as, or often times, up to 50% more printed pages.
The biggest reason, in my opinion, is that printers are being designed to utilize ink much more effeficiently [sic] and effectively. If you ever get a chance to compare a current printer, and a printer from pre 2005 and print the exact same picture or txt document, use the same paper, and you will see that older printer lays down significantly more ink on the paper than the newer ones."
Is this just a case where HP has maximized capacity and reduced material use effectively, or is there something worth investigating here in regards to consumer interest? Was the cartridge chamber designed to have one smaller ink compartment, where the sponge and plastic elements replace usable ink capacity? And does it even matter if the pages printed cartridge remains the same as before?
(Images: HP Ink Cartridges)
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switch to a BW laser and you'll never go back.
I got mine on clearance for $60. I have had it for 2 years, I actually print all the time at home now and I still have over 50% of my toner.
for day to day things, an inket has no place.
Same here, got fed up with tossing out printers because the would not unclog any more as the printer gets used every couple of months, bought a small laser printer and have not had any kind of problem in the last 2 years
I agree with the Laser movement. Although the printer manufacturers have started making the toner cartridges smaller, they are still much bigger (in numbers of printable pages) than the ink cartridges. Also, toners don't "freeze" up if they are not used for extended periods.


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ActivTots training workshops 'enthuse' staff to be more active!
During January and February this year, we have inspired 42 Children's Centres and Nurseries to encourage their children and families further to be more active. Why do these centres choose ActivTots? Well, see what one of the lead centres said about one of last week's workshop:
"I just wanted to let you know that I have had some very positive feedback about yesterdays training session you ran for us. My staff were full of enthusiasm after the course and have already changed some planning to accommodate some of your ideas in our sessions. We will be looking to run separate physical activity sessions in the future and incorporate your ideas in our existing sessions. Staff said it made them realize how little physical play we offered children at the moment. They also said it was clear that you were very passionate about your work and that came through in the training.
They have done a huge amount of training in the last 7 months so for them to have been so enthused is testament to your skills and the programme you are offering"
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Hang Ups: Storage Solutions for Kids Rooms Without a Closet
The start of a new year often injects us with energy and motivation to organize and clean. (And, in my case, the feeling is usually gone by February!) Closets are a traditional target, but what if you don't have a closet? Kids usually get the smallest bedrooms in the house, often lacking a closet, but that doesn't mean they can't have a functional, organized faux-closet.
Above are 15 examples to explore. A few of them have recessed spaces that don't qualify as a true closet and most have nothing. You can see that some popular solutions for hanging clothes are armoires or closets outfitted with a hanging rod, hanging rods (or branches) suspended from the ceiling or underneath shelving and stand-alone racks. The first decision to make is whether you want something open or closed. If you'd like to see more of these rooms, follow these links:
- Esther van de Paal's Home on Design Mom
- Lee Kleinhelter's Home on One Kings Lane blog
- Maja's Magical Space on Apartment Therapy
- Maren's Place, ala Popsicle Palette on Apartment Therapy
- Hope's Relaxed & Easy Modern Home on Apartment Therapy
- "Baby Capton's" Captivating Nursery on Apartment Therapy
- Hanna's Room from Hope's Relaxed & Easy Modern Home on Apartment Therapy
- Blue Bedroom on Traditional Home
- Sebastian & Ruby's Shared Bedroom on Apartment Therapy
- Rylee's Room on Kelli Murray
- Sienna's Graphic Nursery on Apartment Therapy
- Emory's Room by Trenna Travis Design Studio on Project Nursery
- Charlie's Cheerful & Colorful Room on Apartment Therapy
- Shared Children's Room in Interiør Magasinet via With Style & Substance
- Caroline Gomez' Home via Style Me Pretty
- Nursery from Albie Design's Family Home on Apartment Therapy
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Eh. I think the 'Hope's Room' one is most real-life. This is like open kitchen shelving, except with kids in charge - great if you own ten nice things only. Exposed hanging is neat for a handful of beautiful Liberty-print dresses but it's a mess for folded clothes and ordinary hangy things like raincoats. I did the driftwood stick in the baby years, it's totally pretty (if swingy) but not ideal for older kids living the American way (i.e. choosing their own clothes each morning). Notice how foldables don't exist in most of these super styled photos!
My no-closet fix is an old wardrobe from Craigslist I painted yellow that has six drawers and is only as high as my head. It's like a traveling trunk. Perfect size and DOORS. She has had it since she was three and it's way better in practical life than the driftwood stick + hampers.
I had no idea the driftwood stick was such a thing! I had liked it, but so glad I bypassed it for some practical, full-size dressers. (We're pretty casual, but even for cute dresses, I don't think baby/toddler stuff really needs to hang.)
Yeah, we just have a big Ikea dresser. At 21 months most of her clothes only take up one drawer. The rest is bedding, diapers, etc.
Ikea's Stuva line can pretty much solve the problem of no closets. In a small space especially, I think it's best to hide as much as possible, especially in a kid's room.
Love this. So many options. Small family spaces work!
I think most of these are super cute and very creative but Rylee's room...Really?? What kind of kid has all clothes of the same color palette? And, they just happen to match the exact color palette of the room?? Ehhhhh...


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Table of Contents
- Transferable Credit/Classes
- Academic Probation
- Academic Disqualification
- Commencement/Graduation
- Graduation Requirements
- General/Policy
Transferable Credit/Classes
Can I take classes over the summer at a community college?
If you plan to attend a California community college, you can visit www.assist.org to check what is articulated to transfer from the community college to CI for major, GE or elective units. If you are going to a school that doesn't have an articulation agreement on assist for the class you want to take, you can fill out a Major/Minor or GE /Graduation Substitution Request form to find out if the class can transfer. You should fill out this form before you complete the class and turn it into the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020.
If I have completed 70 units at the community college, can I still take classes at the community college?
If you already have 70 transfer units from the community college, you can still take classes to satisfy requirements if the courses are articulated on www.assist.org or approved by petition. The course will satisfy the class requirement, but you will not receive the units for the course. If you are a transfer student with 70 units from the community college, you will need a minimum of 50 units at the university level.
Where do I find out information about Advanced Placement Exams?
Please refer to the catalog or to the Academic Advising website for information. Remember to check the Advanced Placement information for the year you completed the exam/s. http://www.csuci.edu/academics/advising/articulation.htm
Where do I find out information about credit for International Baccalaureate Exams?
Please refer to the catalog or to the Academic Advising website for information. Remember to check the International Baccalaureate information for the year you completed the exam/s. http://www.csuci.edu/academics/advising/articulation.htm
Where do I find out information about CLEP tests?
Please refer to the catalog and the Academic Advising website for information. http://www.csuci.edu/academics/advising/articulation.htm
What if a class didn't transfer for a class I think it should count for?
You can fill out a Major/Minor or GE/Graduation Substitution Request. You need to attach a course description to the petition form. The form is online, in the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020 or in the Academic Advising Center, Bell Tower, Rm. 1595. An Academic Advisor can help you with the petition process during your scheduled or walk-in appointment.
What does GE or IGETC certified mean?
If you are a transfer student, you can be CSU General Education certified or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum certified from the community college in general education areas A-E. If you are GE certified in areas A-E, you have satisfied your A-E general education requirements. You can be partially certified in one or more GE areas.
Can an advisor assist me with questions regarding transferring to another school?
Contact the Admissions office at the school you wish to attend. CI Advisors cannot assist you with specific questions related to transferring to another institution.
Academic Probation
What is academic probation?
If your cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) or cumulative CI GPA falls below a 2.0, you will be subject to academic probation. You will be limited to 13 units for each semester you are on probation. You will have an advising hold placed on your account and are required to have mandatory Academic Advising. For further details refer to Academic Probation.
How do I remove an advising hold?
If you are on academic probation, you will need to complete an online probation survey and meet with an Academic Advisor or attend a probation workshop to review an academic plan and have your advising hold removed.
Academic Disqualification
What is academic disqualification?
If you have previously been on academic probation and your cumulative CI GPA in all units attempted falls below the following: freshman- 1.50; sophomore- 1.70; junior- 1.85; senior- 1.95 you will be subject to academic disqualification. For further details refer to Academic Disqualification.
What can I do if I am academically disqualified?
Planning to return to CI
You must take courses at CI through Open University to raise your cumulative CI GPA to a minimum 2.0, to be eligible to Petition for Reinstatement. In rare exceptions, Disqualification Appeals may be granted. Refer to the aforementioned links for details.
Not planning to return to CI or can't afford Open University
You may attend a community college to raise your overall cumulative GPA, and transfer to another college or university.
Or apply directly to another college or university.
What is Open University?
Open University provides an opportunity for non-CI students to enroll in undergraduate courses on a "space available" basis, subject to the approval of the instructor, the first week of school. Up to 24 units of credit taken through Open University may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree at CI. Open University Enrollment Form (PDF, 99KB)
Am I eligible for financial aid if I attend Open University?
No, only matriculated (current) CI students on good academic standing are eligible for financial aid.
Can I repeat a course to improve my GPA?
If you need to repeat a course grade (C- or below), you are allowed to repeat up to 12 units taken at CI for grade forgiveness, and can repeat an individual course once. For further information, see the University Catalog for the repeat policy.
How can I calculate my GPA?
You can use the GPA calculator, located on the Advising website.
Can I meet with an academic advisor to discuss my options?
If you have been attending Open University, you can schedule an appointment with an academic advisor. When scheduling, please inform them of your disqualified status and what courses you are enrolled in at Open University.
If you were recently disqualified, you will need to attend a disqualification workshop explaining your options and potential return to CI.
If I am disqualified in the spring semester, take classes through open university over summer and get back in good academic standing, can I petition to reinstate for the fall semester? No, policy requires that you remain outside of the university for at least one regular(fall or spring) semester after being disqualified. http://www.csuci.edu/academics/appeals/reinstatement.htm
When should I apply for graduation?
Deadlines are posted on the Records and Registration website: http://www.csuci.edu/students/registrationrec.htm. The current deadlines are 2 semesters in advance of the term you want to graduate. The Application for Degree and Diploma form is online or located in the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020.
How do I find out about information for Commencement?
Please refer to the Commencement website for details: http://www.csuci.edu/students/commencement.htm
Can I receive honors at graduation?
Yes, you can receive honors at graduation if you have completed a minimum of 30 units at CI and earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 or above in your cumulative and CI GPA's. For Cum Laude, you need a cumulative and CI GPA of 3.50-3.74. For Magna Cum Laude, you need a 3.75-3.89 cumulative and CI GPA. For Summa Cum Laude, you need a cumulative and CI GPA of 3.90-4.0.
Do I get a graduation check before I graduate?
Please see records page for full information regarding graduation on this page.
Graduation Requirements
What is the Upper Division Interdisciplinary General Education requirement (UDIGE)?
You need 3 UDIGE courses in order to graduate from CI. These 3 courses are any course in the numbers 330-349 or 430-449. Two of the courses can come from your major and one must be outside of your major (must not be cross-listed with your major). These courses must be taken in residency and satisfy the Graduate Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR).
What is the GWAR requirement?
The Graduate Writing Assessment Requirement is satisfied by completing the 3 Upper Division Interdisciplinary GE (UDIGE) courses. UDIGE courses are writing intensive courses. CI students are not required to take a written exam to satisfy the GWAR.
Do I need elective units to graduate?
You need a minimum of 120 units to graduate. If your total units after completing all major, general education and graduation requirements do not add up to 120, you will need elective units to make up the difference.
How many total upper division units do I need in order to graduate?
You need a minimum of 40 upper division units. These 40 units can come from your major, GE, electives or upper division transfer units. If you transfer in upper division units, you need to make sure that at least 24 of these 40 upper division units are here in residency at CI.
What graduation requirements require a C or better?
You are required to receive a C or better in the language and multicultural requirements. A grade of C- is not considered a C or better.
Can I take another language besides Spanish, American Sign Language, Arabic or Chinese?
Yes, you can take another language at the community college or another university. If you take a language course at the community college, please follow the articulation on www.assist.org. If you take a language course at another university, you may need to fill out a GE/Graduation Substitution Request in order to receive credit. You may have already met the language requirement at another institution if you are a transfer student.
What if there is a discrepancy on my CI Academic Requirements Report?
The Records and Registration Office maintains your CARR. You can fill out a Discrepancy Resolution Request for CI Academic Requirements Report and Transfer Credit Report and submit it to the Enrollment Center in Sage Hall Room 1020. Your Academic Advisor can also fill out this form when you come in for a scheduled or walk-in appointment.
Can I repeat a class?
CI has a repeat/delete policy that can apply up to 16 units total if you receive a C- or lower in a class. In this case, you can repeat the same class and replace the first grade you receive with the second grade you receive. You can attempt to repeat the same class two times after the first attempt. This repeat/delete policy only applies to classes completed here at CI. Beyond 16 units, only 12 additional units will be averaged into the GPA. If you repeat the same class at the community college after you received a C- or lower at CI, the grades will average in your cumulative or major GPA's. Please refer to: http://www.csuci.edu/students/Repeat-Withdrawal-Incomplete-Policy-FAQ.htm for more information.
Can I take a class for credit/no credit?
A student can take a course credit/no credit if the course is designated as having the option for CR/NC grading. This information can be found in the course description for the course. You can check with the Records and Registration Office in Sage Hall, Room 1020 or an Academic Advisor if you have questions.
How can I change my major?
You can fill out a Change of Major/Minor form and have an Academic Advisor or Faculty Advisor sign it and bring it to the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020 to be processed. This form is located online, in the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020 or in the Academic Advising Center, Rm. 1595. There are a few exceptions where the Faculty Advisor must sign this form.
How can I take more than 18 units in a semester?
If you want to take more than 18 units, you need to get an Additional Unit Authorization form signed. This form is located online or in the Enrollment Center, Sage Hall 1020. If you have a major, the Additional Unit Authorization would need to be signed by the Faculty Advisor or Chair of your major. If you are undeclared, an Academic Advisor needs to sign the form. Your request can be denied.
What is an "Incomplete" grade?
An incomplete grade ("I") indicates that an extension of the assignment of a final grade from the professor has been approved because the student has not completed a portion of required course work. Reasons for the request usually indicate an unforeseen and justifiable interruption occurred during that course. Once an instructor and student agree on the terms and deadlines a "contract" is signed. You will have up to one calendar year to complete the class and if not completed, the incomplete automatically converts to an "IC" grade which is equivalent to an "F" grade in the GPA. Please refer to: http://www.csuci.edu/students/Repeat-Withdrawal-Incomplete-Policy-FAQ.htm for more information.
Can I appeal a grade?
You can appeal a final course grade only by following these steps:
1. Direct your appeal to the Professor of the course in writing by the end of the seventh week of the semester and copy the Chair. Your Professor has two weeks to respond in writing to you and the Chair. If you file an appeal after the fifth week, your appeal may not be settled by the end of the semester.
2. If the grade is correct and you are not satisfied with the Professor's response, you can make an appointment with the Chair to appeal the grade. If the Professor does not respond to the student's appeal within this designated time period, then the Program Chair can act on behalf of the Professor. If the Professor is the Program Chair, you can talk to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
3. If you are still not satisfied after receiving a response from the appropriate administrator, you can submit a written appeal by the end of the eleventh week of the semester to the University Appeals Committee through the Academic Affairs Office.
4. The University Appeals Committee will get a written response from the Professor and review the information submitted to see if more information is needed or make a decision on a grade.
5. You will be notified in writing of the decision.
What are important deadlines for adding, dropping or withdrawing from class/es?
Please refer to the Change of Program Table on the Records and Registration website for deadlines regarding add/drop, withdrawals and complete withdrawals.
What if I can't register for a course and I meet the prerequisite?
If you have met the prerequisite with an articulated or an approved petitioned course and are not able to register for the course, you need to contact the Records and Registration Office via email firstname.lastname@example.com or in Sage Hall, Room 1020.
Who do I meet with to get approval for study abroad courses?
You should meet with your Faculty Advisor to discuss the courses you could take abroad to satisfy major requirements. Professional Advisors can only assist with reviewing remaining degree and graduation requirements.
How do I know what my Catalog year is?
Check your CI Academic Requirements Report (CARR) through your MyCI portal to confirm your catalog year.
Who is my advisor? Do I have one specifically assigned to me?
All undergraduate students have professional and faculty advisors available to assist with questions regarding academic programs and graduation requirements at CI.
What is my class standing based on my units?
0-29 Freshman
30-59 Sophomore
60-89 Junior
90+ Senior
Disclaimer – For more information regarding transfer credit, your CARR, substitution/petition status, or forms please contact Records & Registration -- http://www.csuci.edu/records-registration/.


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I have taken some vertical (portrait) video clips with my digital camera, and wish to rotate them 90 degrees right to match the shots done in horizontal (landscape) mode. I can find nothing in iMovie that does a video rotate so far..do I have to get a optional software for this - or just go back to the drawing table and not take vertical shots anymore?
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2003-12-13 19:16:35 anonymous2 [View]
I just came home with my first vertical clip taken on my Powershot camera, so that tip is a great help.
But now the followon question. Now that I've got it rotated it is a 240x320 movie clip. When I import it into iMovie, iMovie stretches and squeezes it into 320x240. i.e. it won't play a vertical movie undistorted.
Any way to deal with this without cropping info from the top and bottom of the rotated clip. How can I get iMovie to unstretch it.
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2004-01-17 20:44:53 anonymous2 [View]
Here's a URl that will help you. Look at "fixing aspect ration"
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2004-03-17 08:49:03 ercalt [View]
Great help but now i want to insert some still shots into imovie and when i export they will be squeezed.These are panoramic shots which I am panning and zooming using the Ken Burns effect.
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2003-08-22 05:39:48 anonymous2 [View]
I would like to do the same. Any suggestions?
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2003-08-22 05:42:33 anonymous2 [View]
Forget my last post. Found the answer using Quicktime Pro. Direct from QuickTime Help:
"Resizing, skewing, or rotating a movie
With QuickTime Pro, you can change the size and orientation of a video track of a movie. You can also place multiple video tracks in the same window or create a picture-within-a-picture effect.
To resize or skew a QuickTime movie:
In QuickTime Player, choose Get Movie Properties from the Movie menu, choose Video Track from the left pop-up menu, and choose Size from the right pop-up menu.
Click the Adjust button. Drag the red marks in the corners to resize the movie, and drag the red marks on the sides to skew the movie. Drag the red circle in the middle to rotate the movie.
You can rotate and flip a movie using additional buttons in the Size window. To restore the original appearance, click Normal. To present multiple movies in the same frame, add multiple video tracks and resize or skew each to the position you want. To put one movie in front of another, adjust the layer setting for a video track in the movie Properties window. "
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Skinny Celeb: A Hypocrite?
So, let's do the math--you were a size 2. You lose 18 pounds--in 10 weeks no less. Size 2 minus 18 lbs equals what, the size of a kindergartener?
In December 2007, Love defended herself after being scrutinized by the media--who were fascinated by her wide rear end caught on camera in Hawaii a month earlier. She posted the following on her website, "I've sat by in silence for a long time now about the way women's bodies are constantly scrutinized...To set the record straight, I'm not upset for me, but for all the girls out there that are struggling with their body image." She went on to declare, "To all girls with butts, boobs, hips and a waist, put on a bikini--put it on and stay strong."
In this week's Us magazine, the actress is looking much thinner than she did in those infamous photos. Although she's proudly posing in a form-fitting dress on the cover of the magazine, her trainer claims, "With her, it's not, 'I want to look good in that dress'... She wanted to start moving around because she thought it would make her feel better." Is she sending a mixed message to our kids? And, are you buying it?
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I think she looked fine in those pictures. she didnt need to lose any weight. she should have just stuck up for herself and been happy with how she looked and who she is. BUT, she shouldn't have lied and said she was a size 2, and then lose the weight. she should have just stayed the way she was.
her only problem was that she had cellulite like the rest of us. she didn't need to lose weight, she just needed to firm up, which with cellulite is not even a matter of toning with weights. it is a connective tissue disorder.
Just a couple of comments:
1) She could be a size 2, "the camera adds 10 pinds", there is nothing to compare her to in the pictures…and all the celebrities are tiny!
2) I LOVED her response at the time…she does definitely have curves and she's kind of known for them as well…which actually gives the tendency to pack on a little more weight, after all breasts are mostly fat tissue (that's why women like Lindsay Lohan go from curvy to skinny/ scrawny/ flat)
3) I thought when I saw the pictures that it was an unflattering suit for her (that style is unflattering for all except long-lean) and that it looks like it was an old one/ wrong size/ she'd left her suit at home and had to make due. ;-) She looks fine though and I was happy to see it.
4) I agree with the posters who said about the industry and about that maybe she hadn't even realized that she wasn't as fit as she had been. I wish it would have been presented as she'd gotten in 'better shape' though instead of weight. {related: I like the Queen Latifa ads…but I think she's just pretty real}
The bottom line is that we need to teach our children to have REAL role models. And I'm not talking about the size of the person, I'm talking about real people they can look up to for reasons other than what movie they were in, what song they sing or how thin they can be. The reality is that people in the entertainment industry should NOT be our children's role models. The only person who should have to worry about setting a good example are each child's parents.
What a load of crap!
Well, how tall is she? Maybe she was a size 2. Hey, let's find her and measure her! Who cares?! Let's all just try to be healthy for ourselves and not worry about the lucky few celebrities who have everything at their disposal.
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Any recommendations for a nice resort for a 2 night stay on Bohol? Good food, snorkeling, aircon? Thanks
Any recommendations for a nice resort for a 2 night stay on Bohol? Good food, snorkeling, aircon? Thanks
There is also a link at . : : The Island Paradise Province of Bohol : : . which should give you a wealth of information. Hope this helps.
Thanks for the responses. I value the personal experiences at PI resorts rather than website advertisements; some PI resorts websites place a higher rating on their resorts and have different standards than a spoiled American is looking for. I realize you get what you pay for, I will check out the recommended Bohol Beach Club.
Another vote for Bohol Beach Club. Stayed there several times over about twenty years. Has really grown last few years (and so have the prices). Nice and very comfortable place away from the crowds. Great food (also not cheap). Well-kept beautiful grounds. Tennis court (I think it's the only resort that has one on Panglao). Snorkeling is pretty average in the immediate area - but they can take you out to better spots. Have a nice break.
my vote also goes to bohol beach club, a bit expensive but worth the stay. nice beach, nice food and nice resort.
Unanimous! Bohol Beach Club it will be. Thanks for the input.
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Alona beach Panglao and you have the right place to stay, clear white beach and nice snorkeling and diving.
Close to Taglibaran and several nice resorts.
Greetings J.Diver
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634 Camp Horne Rd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237Neighborhood:
North Hills
- Cuisine:
Contemporary AmericanPrice: $30 and under
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.willowpgh.com/
- Phone: 4128471007x
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
Sunday: 4:00 - 9:00pm
If you or anyone in your party cannot navigate stairs, please let us know. We will do our very best to seat you on the first floor.
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Contemporary American
- Executive Chef: John Mottinger
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Catering: Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions, Holiday Parties, Business Dinners, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, or any occasion-Willow is the perfect choice for you. Our banquet menus are posted online, or call our Sales & Special Events Manager, Lindsey Barbati to personalize your special event at Willow.
- Private Party Facilities: They have room minimums for private events wishing to book an entire room. They can accommodate a semi-private event. They have three banquet menus for larger events.
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After service on July 12, 2014, Willow will close to complete renovations on the first and second floors. When we reopen, we will be joining the S+P restaurant group with sister restaurants Spoon, BRGR and Grit and Grace.
Voted by Pittsburgh Magazine's 2005 Readers' Poll as one of the Best New Restaurants and by Pittsburgh Post Gazette as one of 2004's Best Dining Hot New Spots, Willow is recognized for its superb ambiance, simply prepared Contemporary American cuisine and professional tableside service. Willow's name and ambiance reflect the inspiration of its wooded setting, located minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. The unique use of sensual lighting, natural design elements and three fireplaces provide guests with a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere. For business or pleasure, visit their comfortable lounge - the perfect place to entertain.
After service on July 12, 2014, Willow will close to complete renovations on the first and second floors. When we reopen, we will be joining the S+P restaurant group with sister restaurants Spoon, BRGR and Grit and Grace.
Voted by Pittsburgh Magazine's 2005 Readers' Poll as one of the Best New Restaurants and by Pittsburgh Post Gazette as one of 2004's Best Dining Hot New Spots, Willow is recognized for its superb ambiance, simply prepared Contemporary American cuisine and professional tableside service. Willow's name and ambiance reflect the inspiration of its wooded setting, located minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. The unique use of sensual lighting, natural design elements and three fireplaces provide guests with a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere. For business or pleasure, visit their comfortable lounge - the perfect place to entertain.
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33 reviews since June 4, 2014
- Food4.4Service4.2
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great for outdoor dining (16)neighborhood gem (15)special occasion (15)fit for foodies (14)romantic (14)good for groups (8)great for lunch (7)vibrant bar scene (5)notable wine list (4)scenic view (3)hot spot (2)great for brunch (1)late-night find (1)Show More
- A new WillowOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 9/29/2014This was my first experience with the new renovated Willow. I was hopeful the menu (while very different) wouldn't disappoint and it didn't! A party of 3 and we each had different salads, large plates, and desserts. All of our meals we're exceptionally delicious. The apple and pear salad was a highlight. The only issue we had towards the end of our dinner was the party of four near us that were so loud we had trouble hearing each other talk. (But what can you do??) Highly recommend trying out the new menu and Willow!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The new Willow is worth a visitGWexfordDined on 9/29/2014We had a business lunch here and sat outdoors. The new decor is welcoming and seems to have more light than before. The patio is lovely and quiet except for the occasional truck passing by on Camp Horne Road. (It does seem a bit odd that the patio faces the street; there must we some good reason for this.) My lunch was excellent - butternut squash soup and beets & grains were both fresh, healthy, and flavorful. The service could have been faster, particularly if Willow wants to attract a business clientele for lunch. I'm looking forward to coming back for dinner with my husband or an after-work beverage.Special Features:
- Menu changeOpenTable Diner Since 2011VIPDined on 9/26/2014Although the food was good they had very few entrees on the menu and most were small plates like rabbit or boar!!! Our waitress was like a robot lacking personality and wanted to rush us through. The Caesar salad was exceptionally small and the cost of a lunch size. My quinoa and beet salad was good but my husband left hungry. We would not return and neither would the couple who came with us. It appears they are looking to accommodate the bar scene and not the dinner crowd. We won't go back.Special Features:
- The new WillowBearVIPDined on 9/25/2014Had lunch at the new Willow recently. Redecorated, new menu, same good food. The upstairs is apparently now being reserved for private events, so plan on dining downstairs. The menu is a bit more limited and with lower price points. I didn't understand the lower price points as we always found that prices at Willow were quite conservative. I had the lobster rolls for lunch - full of nice meaty pieces of lobster on Parker House rolls. My companion had the falafel pita. He said it was very good, but particularly praised the french fries, which he claims are the best in Pittsburgh (they are the same as the old Wllow's.) Good place for lunch or dinner., I will be back.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Love the new WillowanonVIPDined on 9/24/2014The change is good! It's brighter and seems more vibrant. The menu is short and delicious ~ and includes those fabulous BRGR hamburgers! We wish them well.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very GoodMasonDined on 9/22/2014The staff at the Willow were friendly and very attentive to our small groups needs. The restaurant has recently gone through a remodel and it looks really nice. Would recommend a go-to place for group gatherings or business lunch meetings.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- EnjoyableDarbsDined on 7/5/2014There was nothing not to like about this dining experience. I look forward to returningSpecial Features:
- Enjoyed but menu a bit persnicketyOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 6/28/2014Have been there multiple times but this time I wished there were a little more on the menu.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good Food, Sevice and DustJukeboxDined on 6/25/2014Enjoyed our meal. We had the dinner special stuffed sole with crabmeat and spinach. Served well and quickly. The restaurant is undergoing construction, and dust is in the air. Otherwise is a great place to eat. We have been there several times, and will be back after the construction is done.Special Features:
- Divine DinnerFineDiningSearcherVIPDined on 6/24/2014A select group of our church took our pastor for dinner and to share camaraderie. Environment was perfect; we asked for a received a private space - - The Woods Room, all to ourselves! Our drinks came quickly as we enjoyed conversation. Shortly, we learned of the daily special, which the majority of us ordered and loved! Service was efficient and in the background, which is always why we choose Willow!Special Features:
- DisapointmentBestofnewVIPDined on 6/21/2014It has been a long time since we have dined at Willow. First the building, noticed outside was getting run down and needs attention or it will be a dump in a year. Inside unfortunately wasn't much better. One wall in the bar area actually has clear tape to keep the plaster up. The bathroom well reminds me of a bad dirty gas station. The food friends pork chops looked good and they said they were good. My wife had duck which was terrible and was deduced from the bill. My three scallops were fair and frankly too few for the price. Waiter Chris was great and very attentive. He deserves a better restaurant around him.
- Great neighbor restaurantChriscamDined on 6/20/2014We met some friends here and had a wonderful dinner! Willow is in the middle of remodeling but the service and food was outstanding. Wonderful drink menu, too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The following 1078 reviews are from the Willow reviews archive.
- Hidden GemFreedom2LiveDined on 5/27/2014Willow is a hidden gem, great scenic view where quality and quantity embrace eclectic cuisine.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Much ImprovedVegetarianFoodieVIPDined on 5/24/2014I was at Willow this past February, just before there was a revamping of its ownership. The current owner has revitalized the menu and restored the quality of the preparation of the food. Our server was attentive enough, but somewhat less engaging than other servers we have had there in the past. I'm more inclined to return after this dining experience than I was after February's.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- LOVE the ambiance!Kori22VIPDined on 5/15/2014The risotto & pork chop were so delicious! Love the ambiance as well!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- great mother's day experiencecolindeanDined on 5/11/2014The wait staff was wonderful for entertaining my patents when I was unavoidably detained and an hour late arriving. Delicious food and a fantastic playlist.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- FranVIPDined on 5/11/2014The food was not great, the cranberries in the salad were stale and so hard that you couldn't even chew them. The food came out Luke warm.Special Features:
- Fantastic ExperienceJoeDVIPDined on 5/11/2014We had the opportunity to visit Willow for lunch on Mother's Day. Limited menu for the special holiday, but still had something for everyone. The food was exceptional as was the service. I've been here before and had exceptional food and service before as well. Would definitely recommend Willow!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice Mother's DaythimmyDined on 5/11/2014Took my mom here for the first time for Mother's Day. The servers were all very polite and the food was very good! A bit pricy considering portion sizes however I'm sure my waistline is thankful. Drinks were expensive and not very impressive. The crab cakes (which they said they were known for) were very good but I didn't feel were anything special as I've had better. We sat on the upper porch and there was only 1 other table outside so it was very quiet. I would like to see what the atmosphere is like indoors next time. I will be returning.Special Features:
- Great PlaceOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 5/11/2014Definitely enjoyed the food and venue. Only odd part of the event was that they kept the dining area cold, too cold for comfort. We mentioned this and the waitress said not to worry, it would warm up, but can't say that was the case. Hopefully just an odd occurence, but it wouldn't put us off from returning to Willow.Special Features:
- Anniversary dinner experienceHonnestreviewDined on 5/10/2014This was our 3rd time to Willow and it was for our 5th wedding anniversary. I have to say it has gone downhill since last time. Their menu is completely new and not as good as the last one but that was not the biggest disappointment. The service was awful, we had to wait 15mns just to get a drink despite having reservations and the waiter was nowhere to be found. The food was good though but we couldnt really enjoy it because we were so annoyed by the service by the time the food came.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ConsistentOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 5/9/2014Willow never disappoints. The ambience is casual cool, service is very good, and the food is excellent.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great for outdor diningloveoutdoorsDined on 5/9/2014Very nice patio with choice of open or under a roof. Comfortable chairs. no smoking even outdoors.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- WonderfulFoodiez4lyfeDined on 5/4/2014Willow was such an amazing restaurant and had an amazing atmosphere with terrific food.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nothing specialKat4121Dined on 5/3/2014Food was Lackluster. Nothing special. Service was ok. Got there early and checked in at hostess stand. Said they would come get us at the bar when the table was ready. 15 minutes after our reservation I had to go over to the hostess stand again to ask about the table. It was ready, they just never came and got us. Not impressed. However, drinks were really good!
- Too cold for comfortGigiDined on 4/27/2014Food was great, but AC was on and it was so cold we had a difficult time enjoying our meal. We mentioned to server-finally went off while we were warming up with hot coffee and dessert!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great food with a caveat.Cranky21Dined on 4/25/2014Love Willow but , the cigar smoking on the balcony filters back into the dining room ... Bad design , if you can't fix it nix the cigars . Also miss the Lobster Mac n cheese , should be a menu mainstay.I would recommend this to a friend.
- AwesomercriceDined on 4/19/2014Great atmosphere and absolutey terrific food!! We love the Decour of the restaurant and the fireplaces are absolutely beautiful!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great evening outAlanDined on 4/19/2014This was the second time I have been to this restaurant. The food and service are excellent. Brian K our server was knowledgable, helpful, attentive but not intrusive. We will return. As many say, the crab cakes are excellent. The pear clafoutis dessert was superb.Special Features:
- Great MealKevinDined on 4/12/2014The food from salad through dessert were excellent. Our server, Fred, was attentive, knowledgable and made the evening a big hit.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice place off the beaten pathYorktownerDined on 4/12/2014Willow is a lovely little place in North Hills that's thankfully far from the traffic and hustle of the main drags. Food and wine always good. Our server was excellent.Special Features:
- Going going ----JLC55VIPDined on 4/11/2014Willow,to me has degraded a little in service level. There were obscure and incorrect add ons that made no sense to me when paying for the meal. The waitress had no good answer when questioned. Hummmm! The good news... The food is good and portioned well. I will go back when the patio is open. The patio and food together are good together...Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- great serviceMooseyDined on 4/5/2014Food was very flavorful. I had the beet salad and a "side" (enough for a full meal!) of polenta with greens. Both were excellent. The homemade focaccia with olive oil (complimentary) was addictive. Wines by the glass were limited, and they were out of the one I selected. Dessert (some type of chocolate cakes with mousse) was also very good and easy to share (two little chocolate cakes, two dollops of mousse, two white chocolate decorations). Service was friendly and attentive, waitress (Kilene) offered helpful suggestions.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great placeDaveDined on 4/1/2014We moved to the area a few years ago and looked for that special place to go for good food and GREAT service. We found it at the Willow. Try it you won't be sorry.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- do not gojeffreyDined on 3/29/2014we were looking for a quite night out without our kids. what we got was a loud room full of kids running around. We do not have a problem at all with children as we have 4. But for a date night out without kids, we don't want to listen to it. They should put families with kids in a different area of restaurant away from couples looking for a quite dining experience. Food was just ok for the price. Service was very friendly and knowledgeable. BUT...we will never return here. if we are going to shell out this kind of money there are much more romantic and quite places with much better food in and around the city
- Our server was terrible. HeFoodieVIPDined on 3/28/2014Our server was terrible. He was brut and inconsiderate, often interrupting our conversation without courtesy and reaching over each person while serving some item. He wasn't friendly or particularly warm. My husband tipped him 21% but he deserved nothing more than 10%.Special Features:
- A great mealBrieDined on 3/22/2014I invited a group of my friends to try Willow, and they loved it! A lot of the food was new to them and it was a much different experience than they were used to, and no one was disappointed by the delicious food and drinks or by the elegant environment. Excellent time!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- GreatAmandaDined on 3/21/2014We love eating here. Wonderful for a special occasion.Special Features:
- Our 'go to' spottdandjjcVIPDined on 3/15/2014Always a good meal. Wonderful salads. Outstanding wait-staffSpecial Features:
- good mealahacDined on 3/15/2014we had a good meal and excellent service. took advantage of the half price wine specials before 7 pmSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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Snow cones flavored with homemade fresh fruit syrups are fun to make (and eat) for kids and adults alike. An inexpensive hand-operated ice shaver makes shaving ice for snow cones quick and easy.
This cherry syrup can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator. It's also a delicious addition to sparkling water, champagne or martinis.
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|fresh lemon juice
|6 cups
|lightly packed shaved ice
For Parents: Combine the cherries, sugar, water, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan and bring to a rapid boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, covered, until the cherries are very soft and tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, uncover, and let cool.
For Parents: Purée the mixture in a blender and strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing firmly on the solids. Add the lemon juice and refrigerate the syrup, covered, until cold.
For Kids: To make the snow cones, scoop a cup of shaved ice into each of 6 cups or glasses. Spoon 2 or 3 tablespoons of the chilled cherry syrup over each serving and serve immediately.
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