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- "Incredible Machine" - Review by Sally
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Purchased the Z1 travel size machine in July 2015, right before we headed to Spain, Italy and Portugal for 4 weeks. Packed my Z1, an adapter and never had any problems. Get the Z1 if you plan on doing any traveling. Yes it's a pricey machine, but isn't a good night's sleep worth the price? Chances are your spouse will pay any price not to hear you snore!
(Posted on 8/2/2015)
- "Great Travel Machine" - Review by Randy
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I travel for a living and needed a compact, reliable machine. I bought this machine with the battery pack so that I don't have to take an extra suitcase and I can use it in the car or on a plane. Works GREAT! I use it only when traveling, but it made a round trip to India last fall and I was able to sleep great both ways AND in the Indian hotels. This machine is a lifesaver!
(Posted on 4/28/2015)
- "z1" - Review by Burt
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Slightly on the noisy side but realized if it depends on the type of mask you are using. Since I have like 10 different masks I have tried over the years, I was able to reduce the noise in the mask significantly. Overall its convenient and portable but my resmed is a far better machine. Can deal with it for short trips-I am getting convenience but sacrificing a bit. Should have bought the auto instead!
(Posted on 4/27/2015)
- "Weight" - Review by Scott
Price Value Quality
I purchased this recently and promptly spent 3 weeks traveling through Brazil including going off-grid in the Amazon for a week. It did the job but I still prefer my Fisher & Paykel when I'm home.
ALSO NOTE! The description is a bit misleading--"8 hours battery" and "Weighs only 10 oz." The stand-alone machine weighs ~10 oz...with the optional battery pack it is almost 30 oz.
Build quality is OK. The additional battery sleeve seems like an afterthought and takes a moment to get all the clips and plugs lined up. Don't force it! You might damage the power plug.
(Posted on 3/23/2015)
- "Well worth it" - Review by Katie
Price Value Quality
I ordered this last May in advance of a trip. Love the convenience of the size and not having to pack distilled water or worry about finding it after midnight in a strange city. I found the Z1 noisier than my old Fischer Paykel and still occasionally have trouble falling asleep because of it. It's more the variability of the pressure that I find difficult to adjusting to. However, the great improvement in convenience when travelling make this completely worth while. I use it only when travelling but that is a least once a month so overall a good investment.
(Posted on 2/11/2015)
- "Very Pleased" - Review by BV
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Took this to Europe and loved it. Have used on several other trips and I am HAPPY with the performance. The buttons are not perfect when turning on or off in the dark, but it just takes a little brain power to make it more than sufficient.
The improvement in weight from lugging my old machine along is wonderful.
I would recommend this product and wish I had purchased several years ago. I paid for this machine myself, not insurance, and I think it was a good purchase.
(Posted on 12/2/2014)
- "10/2014 have been using for 1 month." - Review by Tony
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Took my HDM Z1 to Italy last month and was very surprised how well it worked. On the plane and ship and in hotels…it was great! I recommend it! Thanks…your product is the best!
(Posted on 11/15/2014)
- "Great machine!" - Review by nj
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So quiet, I asked my husband if it was working! One thing, I wish the filter was washable. The first time I charged the battery, it only went to 3 bars, but after unplugging and reconnecting the power supply, it went to full capacity.
(Posted on 10/16/2014)
- "The Z1 is great" - Review by ryc
Price Value Quality
Purchased the Z1 with plug and my wife (pressure # 10) and my (pressure #13) were entered into the machine perfectly. We took the machines on our first cruise last week and were great. The bulk is still due to the mask., however beats our Rem Star 1 and my DevIllibis by far in overall weight. The filter must be replaced every 7 days, which gets expensive, however did not need any additional humidity. The machine is defintly noisier than others, especially when the machine is first turned on. The battery component is another $500, which would bring the cost of the machine to over $1000.00 WHICH I FEEL IS EXPENSIVE ALONG WITH THE NEED TO REPLACE THE DME FILTER \S EVERY 7 DAYS @7.95. The machine comes with a skinny hose, but am told it can adapt with the larger hoses as well without losing its effectiveness. Haven't tried it yet! However, it is great for traveling and will be worth it in the long run. If not for the need to replace those expensive filters, we would probably use it every day. However when we got home we used our respective machines, which are much quieter and less expensive to operate. This company has a great product for travel and will be closely watching the evolution of the Z1 for their development of the carrying case, the humidifier and battery pack reduction in price.
(Posted on 10/10/2014)
- "Get an extra Battery if you are on the go a lot" - Review by Jennifer
Price Value Quality
I got the Z1 for my two week trip out West, which was a mixture of camping and hotels. I bought the car charger thinking that while we were traveling from place to place that it would be charged for later that night, I was wrong. It really needs ~8 hours to fully charge the battery and it provided ~9+ hours at a setting of 10. I also wish I knew 1) the battery pack does not recharge while you are using the CPAP during the night that is plugged into an electrical outlet like other electronic devices, and 2) unplug the battery if you aren't using it or charging it. The device is sensitive to movements and activates the screen when you are traveling, my fully charged battery ended up getting halfway down after a full day of traveling from airport to airport. Save yourself some hassle and just unplug the battery from the cradle and get an extra battery.
With all that said, I would highly recommend this CPAP. It is a little bit louder than my home CPAP but the size and the mobility definitely makes up for it. I just wish I knew some of these quirks with the battery before my trip but that's my fault for not doing more research.
(Posted on 8/26/2014)
- "My correction for 5/21 review" - Review by Robert
Price Value Quality
Per a quick reply from the manufacturer, it turns out that I overlooked the page proved with the HME (separate from the user manual) that indicated the correct attachment is between the tube from face mask and the hose.
I appreciate the quick service reply and now more fully appreciate the value, quality, and function of the Z1.
(Posted on 5/28/2014)
- "Glad I bought Z1 CPAP/Powershell. Suggestion for improvement." - Review by Robert
Price Value Quality
Have used the Z1 CPAP/Powershell for two trips since purchasing it in Feb. of this year: a weekend and for three weeks of international travel. Used the battery only on 4 or 5 evenings and got at least 7 hrs. of charge at Level 14. Used on United Airlines with no hassle. Very satisfied overall.
Issue needing improvement: the HME tube's female nozzle is slightly too large to stay on the hose tube adapter, when the unit's operating. Had to use plastic tape on adapter tube to create tight, non-slip fit. I had the same issue with multiple HMEs.
(Posted on 5/21/2014)
- "Great for Travel" - Review by UncleBob
Price Value Quality
Great for travel. Not as easy to use as a true bedside unit, but it works, even on a long transpacific flight.
Suggestion: Needs a way to clip it to a bedside table when traveling. I rigged one, but if there were a small area to clip a lanyard to it, it would not so easily pull off of a bedside table (it is VERY light). There are also many smaller and longer lasting lithium ion battery packs that can be used with it (such as those that will power a laptop). I have used one quite successfully. Good to have during a power outage in addition.
(Posted on 5/15/2014)
- "CPAP excellent, but ..." - Review by PJ
Price Value Quality
100% pleased with the CPAP machine itself. However, the battery fully charged lasts only4.5 - 5 hours. I guess that could be a function of my "17" setting.
(Posted on 5/14/2014)
- "decent small unit but some negatives" - Review by David20817
Price Value Quality
Unit is very small and love the ergonomic design. I didn't feel it workd quite as well as my larger unit at home but hard to tell as being in a hotel also affects sleep...so can't be sure... I was dissapointed to find that this unit did not capture / report AHI information even when connected to the computer which was info I was then interested in to validate it was working for me. It captured more basic info like usage hours. I will say these guys stand behind their product and I found their customer service to be excellent working through concerns, so A+ there. If you're interested in trying a small machine I'd recommend trying it, but if you're interested in the data you might check further or wait or next version.
(Posted on 5/9/2014)
- "Z1-CPAP" - Review by Doug
Quality Price Value
Great unit. My pressure is 8 and just used it on an overnight flight. Worked like a dream
(Posted on 3/28/2014)
- "Great little product" - Review by Alan
Quality Price Value
I feel very happy with this purchase. I found that after 7 days the HME must be changed. I noticed a change in airflow after that. The data download software is available for Windows but not Mac as yet. We travel a lot in the summer, so I am looking forward to be able to continue the CPAP therapy with this unit.
(Posted on 3/4/2014)
- "Totally thrilled with this device" - Review by Nancy M.
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I hesitated for a long time before purchasing this machine, but now that I have it I love it. I travel a lot each summer and dragging my old Remstar through the never-ending gates of big city airports was terrible. I simply can't wait to pop this thing in my purse and be ready to go. Also, I am using it every night at home and ti performs so much better than my Remstar as it is both quieter and more efficient.
The only drawback is the price which I consider to be rather steep especially when you add the battery shell. However, the area I live in has frequent power outages and I will be traveling to areas where power outlets may not be bedside so this will work in those cases as well. Something, my Remstar could never do.
(Posted on 2/16/2014)
- "Love the machine, but..." - Review by Beverly
Quality Price Value
The filter cover is very hard to grasp and squeeze, which one has to do before first use.
Also, I am not happy with the HME unit as I did wake up very, very dry after using it the first night. A suggestion for the engineers for humidity: some way to plug in a small bottle of water at the top?
(Posted on 2/12/2014)
- "The perfect travel cpap" - Review by JIM
Quality Price Value
I bought this hoping this would be better than taking my System One with Battery backup packs, inverters, et al whenever we take trips in our 25 foot RV. Two heavy bags of stuff was a bit much to even want to take along - much less set up with plugs, hooks, extension cords, etc.
I bought the Z-1 with two batteries, charged them up and took it on the road for two weeks over Christmas, and it proved to be everything I hoped for and more.
First, it all fits in a small bag! Each battery lasts all night when staying without AC power (like in Walmart or Cracker Barrel parking lots or truck stops en route to a destination). It's easy to set up and it works well. A bit noisier than my home cpap, but not so its any problem.
I can hang the Z-1 off a hook, a light, a knob, or anywhere convenient, turn it on, put on the Pilairo mask, and by the time it ramps up I'm asleep. And it doesn't take up an entire storage cabinet and more in the RV like my home cpap did.
I am very pleased with the Z-1 and consider it the perfect travel cpap. If I have to travel by plane also, this will be easy to pack and won't require my taking a large or second bag.
The z-1 is so perfect for camping and travel, I have to fight the temptation to buy a spare!
(Posted on 2/6/2014)
- "Z1" - Review by Mark
Quality Price Value
I used my Z1 for the first time this week. It was really nice to be able to store all of my CPAP stuff in my single carry-on! I did carry a small piece of line that I had tied into a loop, for the purpose of hanging the Z1 on a bedpost. Hotel bedpost very in height and you never know what that will be until you get there. This worked out great and it is infinitely adjustable.
As far as the Z1 itself… Fantastic! I have three days of use and would not know that I wasn't using my day-to-day CPAP. It truly has made a difference in the way I travel, and I can say that after only one trip!
I am sure that I will have more to say over the next few months and I will be more than glad to share.
(Posted on 1/30/2014)
- "Other than the aforementioned, I would highly recommend the machine" - Review by Richard
Price Value Quality
Purchased the Z1 CPAP machine (plugged model) in early January 2014 and immediately took on a trip. What a pleasure to finally travel with a small and lightweight CPAP machine - I no longer dread the TSA inspection at the airport. So light and small I put-it in my checked baggage. Set-up was easy, logical, and the instructions were well written. Machine worked flawlessly for the few days I have used-it. The only issue; the moisture exchange adapters that the device comes-with are not up to the humidifying level I have come accustomed to with my at home CPAP machine with a built-in conventional humidifier. Although it should be noted I was in the dry desert at the time (Palm Springs, CA). A more typical humidifier is available but then you start getting into more weight and less compact situation. Other than the aforementioned, I would highly recommend the machine.
(Posted on 1/20/2014)
- "Z1 Unplugged" - Review by Jerry W
Price Value Quality
I am not sure what I was expecting when I ordered the Z1. I have been using my s8 to travel and its getting a bit bruised up. I travel a lot and really need something to not take up much room or space. So I ordered teh z1 unplugged to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised by the unit. For one, its super tiny. I can't believe they were able to make this thing actually work since the motor has to be really small. Also, its so lightweight that I actually forget I packed it. Overall, it's great for me although I could use a humidifier. I also was told that an auto software version should be available sometime in the next few quarters to upgrade the unit to an auto via USB cable. i will be looking forward to that since I was used to the auto.
(Posted on 12/9/2013)
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Bandbox And Lid (USA), ca. 1830
This is a Bandbox and lid. It is dated ca. 1830 and we acquired it in 1917. Its medium is block-printed paper on pasteboard support. It is a part of the Wallcoverings department.
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H x W x D: 46 x 37 x 31cm (18 1/8 x 14 9/16 x 12 3/16in.)
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Bandbox And Lid (USA), ca. 1830. block-printed paper on pasteboard support. Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt. 1917-36-6-a,b.


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Aston Villa are searching for three points that would go some way towards relieving the pressure on their ailing squad and manager. The Villains currently lie in 19th place, two points shy of safety, but are at the bottom of the Premier League form table with only three points taken, all draws away from home, in 2013.
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The Army ROTC program is only as strong as its instructors. That's why we provide such highly qualified faculty and staff for Cadets. See the kind of varied and interesting experiences instructors have had that make them the best ROTC faculty and staff.
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Cadet color guard participates in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. remembrance ceremony in Downtown Charleston, WV. Each year, in conjunction with the faculty at West Virginia State University, the Yellow Jacket Battalion provides a magnificent color guard to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
LTC Derrick T. Spears
Professor of Military Science, Battalion Commander
Lieutenant Colonel Derrick T. Spears is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. He is a 1992 graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications. He received his commission from the ROTC Orleans Battalion (Tulane University) in 1991. He holds a Masters in Business Administration from Webster University. His military education consists of the Quartermaster Officer Basic Course, the Combined Logistics Officer Advance Course, the Combined Arms Services Staff School, the Mortuary Affairs Officer Course, the Petroleum Officer Course, the Logistics Executive Development Course, the Command & General Staff College, and the Reserve Component National Security Course.
Lieutenant Colonel Spears' previous assignments include the 355th Quartermaster Company (General Supply) in New Orleans where he served as a Platoon Leader from 1991 to 1994. He served with the 630th Quartermaster Company (Mortuary Affairs) in New Orleans as the Executive Officer in 1994. From 1994 to 1997 he served as the Training Support Brigade, 70th Training Division S2/Assistant S3 with duty in Fraser, Michigan. After completing schooling at Fort Lee, Virginia he remained there for assignment to the 429th Quartermaster Battalion (Supply & Services) as the Supply & Services Officer from 1997 to 2000. LTC Spears' following assignment was to the 362nd Quartermaster Battalion (Petroleum Supply) in Kinston, North Carolina as the Petroleum Officer from 2000 to 2002. In the latter part of 2002 he was assigned to the Human Resources Command-St. Louis (HRC-STL) as a Career Manager. Also while assigned to HRC-STL he served as the Chief of the Military Education Team. In 2006 LTC Spears reported to the 304th Sustainment Brigade in Riverside, California as the Assistant Support Operations Officer. He served in the same capacity in 2008 when the brigade deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. From 2010 to 2011 he was assigned to the Small Arms Readiness Group at Fort Gillem, Georgia as the Operations Officer. From 2011-2013 LTC Spears was assigned to the 1190th Transportation Brigade in Baton Rouge, Louisiana as the Deputy Commander. In 2013 LTC Spears was selected to be the Secretary to the General Staff of the 63d Regional Support Command in Mountain View, California. LTC Spears assumed duties as the Professor of Military Science at West Virginia State University in July 2014.
His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Army Commendation Medal with three oak leaf clusters, the Army Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Medal, the Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon the Army Superior Unit Award, and the Parachutist Badge.
Lieutenant Colonel Spears is married to Lieutenant Colonel Nicole Spears and has two children Cayman and Dominique.
MSG Johnathon J. Shank
Battalion Senior Military Instructor
Master Sergeant Johnathon Shank is a native of Lambertville, Michigan. He enlisted in the United States Army in October 1992 with a Military Occupation Specialty in the Infantry and completed Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Benning, Georgia.
Master Sergeant Shank has held every enlisted rank up to First Sergeant in the Army. MSG Shank's previous assignments include duty in 3-75th Ranger Battalion, Fort Benning, GA; where he served as a Squad Automatic Riflemen in Alpha Company. He then was put on assignment to the 2-11th Infantry Battalion where he was assigned as an Ammunition Specialist for the Infantry Officer Basic Course. Master Sergeant Shank then did an overseas tour to Camp Hovey, Korea; where he was assign to 2nd Infantry Division in the Long Range Surveillance Detachment, holding the positions of Assistant Radio Telephone Operator, Radio Telephone Operator, Senior Scout Observer, Assistant Team Leader and Team Leader. Master Sergeant Shank then severed in the 1-325 Airborne Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina as a Squad Automatic Riflemen, Team Leader and Squad Leader.
During his time with the Regiment he was deployed to the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt as part of the Multinational Force and Observers force. He then returned to Korea, this time to Panmunjon as part of the Joint Security Area on the Demilitarized Zone, where he served as a Scout Squad Leader and later as the Military Armistice Commission Headquarters Area, Tactical Operations Center Shift Supervisor. Master Sergeant Shank was then assigned to 2-504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division where he severed as a Squad Leader and Platoon Sergeant. During his time with the Regiment he deploy once in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and twice to Operation Enduring Freedom. He then was assigned to 1-314th Infantry Battalion in Fort Drum, New York where he served as a Senior Observer/Controller/Trainer for Active Component/Reserve Component. Master Sergeant Shank then moved to the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division and severed as and Operations Sergeant in the 3-6th Field Artillery Battalion, a First Sergeant in the Brigade Special Troops Battalion; where he also deploy in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and later as the First Sergeant in 2-22nd Infantry Battalion. Master Sergeant Shank in currently severing as the Senior Military Instructor at West Virginia State University.
His awards and decorations include two Bronze Star Medals, three Army Meritorious Service Medals, the NATO Ribbon, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, three Army Commendation Medals, five Army Achievement Medals, Presidential Unit Citation, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Valorous Unit Award, six Army Good Conduct Medals, two National Defense Service Medals, Korean Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan and Iraq Campaign Medals, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals, Humanitarian Service Medal, three Army NCO Professional Development Ribbons, the Armed Forces Service Medal, four Overseas Service Ribbons, the Multi-National Forces and Observers Ribbon, and the Combat Infantryman, Expert Infantryman, Parachutist, Senior Parachutist and Air Assault Badges.
MAJ Charles Beirne
BN Executive Officer, Assistant Professor of Military Science, Instructor at Glenville State College
Major Charles J. Beirne was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Field Artillery upon graduation from the Virginia Military Institute in 1998. After completing the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course at Fort Sill, OK, he reported to Fort Hood, Texas and was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery in the First Cavalry Division where he served as a Fire Support and Fire Direction Officer. He joined the Army Reserve after serving two years in the IRR (Individual Readiness Reserve) and was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 319th Regiment (USAR) in Salem, VA. In May of 2005 MAJ Beirne was mobilized and served in Iraq: 2005-2006 with a MiTT (Military Transition Team) attached to the XVIII Airborne Corps and subsequently to the 101st Airborne Division. Upon return from deployment, he served as a Company Commander, Battalion Operations Officer, and Battalion Executive Officer, again with the 2nd Battalion, 319th Regiment (USAR). Previous to his arrival at Glenville State College, Major Beirne was a contractor assigned as a Senior Military Instructor with the Marshall-New Market Army ROTC Battalion at the Virginia Military Institute.
His awards and decorations include Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (3 awards), Army Civilian Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal (with "M" device), Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (2 awards), Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Combat Action Badge, and Air Assault Badge.
Major Beirne is a graduate of the Air Assault Course, Field Artillery Officer Basic Course, Transportation Captains Career Course, Command and General Staff College, and SOCC Instructor Training.
CPT Johnathan B. Judy
Assistant Professor of Military Science
CPT Judy earned his Bachelor's degree from West Virginia University. His primary teaching assignments are MSC 101 Leadership and Personal Development, MSC 102 Introduction to Tactical Leadership, MSC 201 Introduction to Small Unit Leadership and MSC 202 Practicum in Military Training and Tactics.
CPT Judy is native to West Virginia and joined the West Virginia National Guard in 2004. Upon his graduation in 2006, he commissioned as a 2LT and his assignments have been Platoon Leader (601st Engineer Support Company), Aide-de-Camp/Battle Captain (Iraq; 111th EN Brigade), Executive Officer (601st ESC), Company Commander (601st ESC), Center for National Response Commander (JITEC) and OCS Instructor (Regional Training Institute, Camp Dawson, WV).
Mr. William Kinsey
Scholarship/Enrollment Manager
Bill Kinsey was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Infantry in 1992 through Army ROTC at the University of Tennessee. Over a 20 year career, Mr. Kinsey served in a variety of positions as a U.S. Army officer in numerous posts in Alaska, California, Georgia, Kansas, and Texas. Mr. Kinsey retired in June of 2013 having attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
After retirement, Mr. Kinsey served briefly as the Recruiting Officer for University of Kentucky Army ROTC Department before transferring to the West Virginia State University Army ROTC Department in September of 2013.
Mr. Kinsey has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Tennessee, a Master of Arts in Political Science from Marshall University, and is a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. He is a veteran of Operation Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
SSG James J. Brewer
Instructor at Glenville State College
Staff Sergeant James Brewer is a native of New York. He is a 2011 graduate from Colorado Technical University, where he earned an Associates of Science in General Studies. His military education consists of the U.S. Army Airborne School, Air-Assault school, Mountain Warfare School, NBC Defense School, Recruiting and Retention School, Drill Sergeant School, Instructor Training, Basic Non-Commissioned Officer and Primary Leadership Development Courses.
Staff Sergeant James Brewer is a native of New York. He is a 2011 graduate from Colorado Technical University, where he earned an Associates of Science in General Studies. His military education consists of the U.S. Army Airborne School, Air-Assault school, Mountain Warfare School, NBC Defense School, Recruiting and Retention School, Drill Sergeant School, Instructor Training, Basic Non-Commissioned Officer and Primary Leadership Development Courses.
SSG Brewer's awards and decorations include the Purple Heart Medal, the Army Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Army Achievement Medal with three oak leaf clusters, four Army Good Conduct Medals, two National Defense Service Medals, two Afghanistan Campaign Medals, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Army Service Ribbon, three NCO Professional Development Ribbons, the Army Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, the Combat Infantryman, Expert Infantryman, Airborne, Air Assault, Drill Sergeant, Basic Recruiter Badges and the Ram's Head Device.
Mr. Aaron Brooks
Military Supply Technician
Mr. Brooks is the Yellow Jacket Supply Technician, He holds an MBA in Business from Marshall University Graduate College. He handles all logistical and supply requirements for the battalion. He has been working with the Reserve Officers' Training Corps for 27 years.
Mrs. Susan Bolyard
Military Personnel Technician
Mrs. Bolyard has been working with the Reserve Officers' Training Corps for 25 years, serving with the WVSU ROTC Department and her previous assignment at the Ohio University ROTC Department. She is directly involved in the administrative process for all cadets to include, Physicals and Entitlements.


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We who believe the word of God often think that, because the Bible says something is true or ought to be done, that this should settle the question.[1] However, would it make sense to us, and I'm questioning Christians at this point—would it make sense to us today to actually stone Sabbath-breakers (Exodus 35:2)? If a Christian plays football, would he be unclean until evening, because he was handling the hide of a pig (Leviticus 11:7-8)? Should divorce be permitted or should we stone those who engage in adulterous relationships (Deuteronomy 22:21-24)? If the Law of Moses was meant to be a moral code, isn't every Christian bound not only to believe but also to carry out its moral values (cp. James 2:18, 24)? Read the rest of this entry »
God's Word – Timeless Wisdom?
One of my favorite TV programs a few years back was The West Wing (1999 – 2006) with Martin Sheen starring as President Josiah (Jed) Bartlet. I thought Sheen did a very good job expressing what it might be like to hold the most important public office in our country, and, arguably, the world. One of the most memorable scenes[1] (at least for me) was when Sheen appeared before a small gathering at the White House where a woman, Dr. Jacobs, apparently a popular TV or radio personality who hosted a program where people called in to ask questions concerning how they should live their lives, sat in an informal gathering in the White House waiting for the President to 'drop by'. In the scene President Bartlet was troubled over Dr. Jacobs' glaring faux pas, concerning her lack of respect for the office of the President. She remained seated while everyone in the room, including President Bartlet, was standing. Read the rest of this entry »
Philosophical Reflections on the Binding of Isaac
For the sake of argument, let's assume Genesis 22:2, "Take, now, your son…" is an absolute command by God, and Abraham must do as he is told. Is the 'command' of God immoral?[1] Certainly the new atheists of our day believe God is making an immoral request, as understood from Dr. Richard Dawkins' question concerning the event, "But what kind of morals could one derive from this appalling story?"[2] The question then becomes, is the taking of innocent life always wrong? Read the rest of this entry »
Did God Bully Abraham or Isaac?
The new atheists of today often point to the binding of Isaac as an immoral act and one of God acting as a bully to get Abraham to willingly sacrifice his son, Isaac.[1] Moreover, they make it seem that Isaac, a mere child (which I show not to be the case in a previous blogpost), was bullied directly by Abraham who seemed intent on carrying out God's command, and indirectly by God who is responsible for the entire event. Notice how Dr. Richard Dawkins puts it: Read the rest of this entry »
Figuring Out God's Will
In a previous blog-post I suggested that God, through Abraham, showed he did not desire human sacrifice—i.e. men should not seek his favor by taking the life of the innocent. Human sacrifice was part of the cultural point of view in Abraham's day. It was practiced for the "good" of the many. If the idea didn't come from God, as God implies in his command to Abraham, "Don't harm the lad!" (Genesis 22:12), then the idea that God's favor could be gained by sacrificing the innocent must have come from man's own imagination. This has been man's attitude ever since Eden. We've always tried to decide on our own what was right and what was wrong. Morality has always been what we understood it to be, not what God says it is (cp. Genesis 3:22). Read the rest of this entry »
The Context of the Binding of Isaac
If the binding of Isaac cannot be considered child abuse, as I've discussed in a previous blog,[1] how should we understand it?[2] Speaking of the binding of Isaac, Richard Dawkins had something to say and also asks how the story should be understood, if it was not meant to be literal fact (but I believe it was indeed meant to be a literal and factual story). Notice: Read the rest of this entry »
Was the Binding of Isaac Child Abuse?
Rabbinic and even pre-rabbinic texts like the book of Jubilees suggest that Abraham successfully navigated a number of trials or tests, including the Akedah, the binding of Isaac, recounted in Genesis 22. However, many contemporary scholars and rabbis have argued that Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son is proof that Abraham failed the test God had set for him or that Abraham passed the test only when he stopped short of slaughtering his son, Isaac.[1]


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- Customer feedback on the SSLonline service is highly positive
Nassau, Bahamas, 29th May 2014 - International Private Banking Systems (IPBS, www.ipbs.com), the specialist provider of wealth management software for the private banking sector, today announced that the IPBS e/Banking module is successfully powering the launch of a new online service at Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL). Customers can view investment portfolios and their statement of account online, allowing for a more transparent user experience. Since it was launched, customer feedback has been very positive and SSL is pleased with adoption rates.
SSL has been using the IPBS private banking and wealth management system to support their operations for the last five years. It was therefore a natural progression to use the modular platform when it came to introducing online portfolio access. Customers register for online access and receive a username and password which allows them to log into their account 24 x 7 via a computer, tablet or mobile device.
Mark Croskery, President and CEO, Stocks and Securities Limited said, "Since we launched the online service in October 2013 we have been pleased with the customer adoption rates. Our adoption rate to date is 6.95% of our approximate 5,000 customers with Assets under Management (AUM), and our goal is to achieve 20% by the end of June 2014. In an age where user self-service is paramount, we now enable our customers with a choice of how to access vital information on their portfolios. They can still contact a financial advisor, or they can log in directly via our website which is constantly available. The IPBS e/Banking module from IPBS has allowed us to extend our product offerings and further build on our reputation for offering outstanding customer service and thus reinforce our tagline 'Your Partner for Prosperity'."
Bruce Raine, Founder and President of IPBS said, "By extending the range of services offered by SSL, it is keeping pace with evolving customer demands. The internet has revolutionised many aspects of business and online access to vital financial data is a priceless commodity. The IPBS private banking and wealth management system leverages the latest technology to put information access and delivery at the fingertips of customers."
Croskery concluded, "The enhancement to our offerings has enabled us to significantly improve our service delivery and transparency. Our customers appreciate the ability to view their asset holdings and statements in near real-time. The IPBS platform has been instrumental in allowing SSL to retain our competitive position, for example, there are no time limits on viewing historical statements of account and we do not charge for this on-line. Additionally, it will open up opportunities for the diverse local population to invest through this portal from Jamaica. We have freed up time for our financial advisors and maintained our focus on service standards and customer care. This in turn will have an impact on customer loyalty and long term satisfaction and continuing to ensure our customers feel safe and secure with us and we are loyal to them as their financial partner."
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About International Private Banking Systems
International Private Banking Systems is a specialist provider of wealth management software for the private banking sector. The company began operations in 1993 and the flagship product is IPBS - a fully integrated accounting and management information system that provides all of the front, middle and back office support services required by international private banks, trust companies, mutual fund administrators and wealth management professionals. International Private Banking Systems now serves clients across the globe, including the Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Brazil, the Cayman Islands, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, the Turks & Caicos Islands, the United States and Vanuatu. For further information, please visit http://www.ipbs.com/
Press contact: Adam Osman, AO Marketing: Tel: 00 44 7976 891 335 Email: [email protected]
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Key features include excellent support for garbage collection, built-in powerful macros, support for lexical closures, strong dynamic typing implementation, as well as incremental compilation capabilities.
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