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The White House Culture War
By Greg L | 24 December 2009 | National Politics | 23 Comments
What would Christmas be without an homage to Chairman Mao, drag queens, and The Obummer himself? In the eyes of the Obama administration, apparently a holiday not sufficiently infused with "hope and change", one would suppose.
I would never have thought Aldous Huxley's imagination could have possibly underestimated what our future holds for us.
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Anonymous said on 24 Dec 2009 at 12:41 pm:
I haven't liked it when people have referred to our past president disrespectfully and even though I don't like this president I think it says more about you than it does him when you call him names. Your site has gone from a site worth watching to basically just you being a big crybaby.
Greg L said on 24 Dec 2009 at 1:28 pm:
Question for readers: was the above comment from the talking points issued by moveon.org, Democratic Underground, Organizing For America or Socialism and Liberation magazine?
Old Soldier said on 24 Dec 2009 at 4:43 pm:
Cheap shot… you could make the same argument for either side. The "fringe" isn't representative of either the right or the left. It's only worth talking about if you really have nothing else to say.
let'sstartfromscratch said on 24 Dec 2009 at 8:31 pm:
Greg - you forgot one group - the anti group - that's my vote for where anon must have crawled ….
And I read the article about Nobama's ornaments in the news this morning and almost hurled. But we shouldn't be surprised should we? Afterall, he is a socialist … and more importantly, a "community leader"…..
Thanks to him, we can kiss this nation good-bye.
And, Anon, you better wake the hell up!
Anonymous said on 25 Dec 2009 at 5:42 am:
The ornaments in question were made by school children, not Obama nor the White House. The White House sent ornaments to various schools and asked the children to decorate them as they wished.
Cato the Elder said on 25 Dec 2009 at 8:18 am:
This is a very plausible explanation, because when I was in grade school it was my greatest dream to make an ornament featuring transvestites to send to the White House.
Anonymous said on 25 Dec 2009 at 8:45 am:
I am not the one who corrected about where the ornaments came from but I am the one who said the name calling was ridiculous was not appropriate. Greg, it doesn't matter who the post came from it is still a fact you are displaying low breeding and poor manners with the name calling. Crying "Well they did it too!" puts you right down there on their level.
I'm not sure where some of you grew up but my parents and grandparents would not be proud of me for acting disrespectfully to any president and would not have hesitated to correct my mistake in public. My dad said Carter was maybe the sorriest president we ever had but I NEVER heard him making up names or him.
Question for readers: Did Greg address his ill manners or try to divert it onto the person who called him on it?
Anonymous said on 25 Dec 2009 at 9:07 am:
Nice one. Pass the buck for this White House denigration of Christmas to school children.
Since Obama can't make Christmas go away - instead he has chosen to denigrate and mock it.
Thanks for the transparency.
Anonymous said on 25 Dec 2009 at 9:07 am:
Nice one. Pass the buck for this White House denigration of Christmas to school children.
Since Obama can't make Christmas go away - instead he has chosen to denigrate and mock it.
Thanks for the transparency.
Ron said on 25 Dec 2009 at 9:21 am:
Anonymous said on 25 Dec 2009 at 10:04 am:
Let's claim the White House is denigrating Christmas and let's ignore the ill mannered people who made so many of the middle voters sick of us. The only problem is there is plenty of proof that Greg did not gather all of his facts before claiming the White House is trying to "denigrate" Christmas. However, there is direct proof right here on this site that being ill mannered is OK because two wrongs make a right. As much as Obama is really doing wrong and all we can come up with is this?
Way to many of the people claiming to be conservatives and/or Republicans are neither. I claim to be conservative and by definition I support what I think is best in society and am leery of radical changes. Now why don't some of you other "conservatives" tell me what is best about name calling?
Greg L said on 25 Dec 2009 at 11:59 am:
Oh, I'm such a horrible person for calling the President "Obummer." Flay me with a wet noodle or two at least twenty times.
Cripes, for all the dismantling of our Republic by this buffoon, some so-called conservatives are more upset with the moniker "Obummer" than with his hell-bent dedication to turn the U.S. into some approximation of a socialist european country. Yeah, I take that criticism seriously, about as seriously as the following comment posted from the same IP address as the supposed "conservative" that kicked off this thread:
I mean if some of you guys are to be believed it is only Dems who don't respond to their constituents. Were the posts you put up here actually posted by idiot left wingers or were they posted by right wingers for the sole purpose of getting people like you to repost them? You know, typical righty-looney stuff.
I swear the lefties must have put out a manual telling them to foist their talking points clothed in the thin and implausible veneer of "I am a conservative." It's the only tactic they ever seem to use.
Patty said on 25 Dec 2009 at 12:40 pm:
Mrs. F,
I've seen you call others names.
Mrs. F this is Christmas…a celebration of God's gift to us….His Son. Jesus came from Heaven and came to us in the flesh. The God/Man, Jesus Christ, came to pay for our sins so that we can have life…..eternal life. Eternal life is this: that we can know God and His Son Jesus.
Please for your own sake…consider what Christmas is really about.
Dave in VA said on 25 Dec 2009 at 4:53 pm:
Interesting how people are quick to flay each other. We need to vote ALL the incumbents out in 2010 and then again in 2012 and 2014 until everything is cleaned out. Both parties have become beholden to lobbyists, corporations and PACs. Meanwhile Congress is the orchestra playing on the Titanic while it sinks. Quit getting wrapped in little things and look at the big picture; an economy that continues to sink, health-care that is poorly done, two expensive wars, etc. Locally we have traffic that doesn't improve, unbelievably high property taxes, illegal aliens and more. Christmas decorations in poor taste, yes they are but we need to focus on more important issues.
Karla H said on 25 Dec 2009 at 8:37 pm:
"Interesting how people are quick to flay each other. We need to vote ALL the incumbents out in 2010 and then again in 2012 and 2014 until everything is cleaned out. Both parties have become beholden to lobbyists, corporations" - Dave in VA
1. Hear, here! I agree, Dave. Our system needs an enema.
2. Cyberspace provides the technology for us to say anything we want. If there are conflicts, Greg has always been gracious enough to say, "You folks work it out amongst yourselves." As I've said before, I like that! All opinions are subjective. The right to voice an opinion is objective. It is an innate human right. A right that is not preserved all sites (not to mention any names ;^).
3. Greg has the guts to attach his names to all his posts. We all know who he is. He is not hiding behind a pseudonym. This is a well run site, with timely news, and boards that provide the ability for free and innovative thinking for all! Kudos to Greg!
Kevin C said on 26 Dec 2009 at 12:31 am:
Anonymous said: "I haven't liked it…when you call him names."
Anonymous (also) said:"… my parents and grandparents would not be proud of me for acting disrespectfully…"
Anonymous (also) said:"…basically just you being a big crybaby."
So, Anonymous, WHAT do you think your parents and grandparents will think when they find out you're a HYPOCRITE?
BTW, Anonymous (also) said, "My dad said Carter was maybe the sorriest president we ever had…"
So, would that make your dad a hypocrite TOO ?
With that said, I agree with Dave in Va, "We need to vote ALL the incumbents out…Both parties have become beholden to lobbyists, corporations and PACs."
As I have said before, the problem is no longer Democrats or Republicans but POLITICIANS !!!!
It's time we remind them just exactly WHO it is they are SUPPOSED to be working for !!!!
Wolverine said on 26 Dec 2009 at 2:48 am:
Where I grew up the folks would have been aghast if they had declared themselves in opposition to a certain piece of legislation before the Congress and a Democratic senator from Rhode Island stood up and stated that those folks must be part of the Aryan Nation or some other racist group. This on top of a Speaker of the House who seems to think that those who actively oppose her party's political agenda are akin to Nazis.
Some people had better start shoveling the crap out of their own stables before they take others to task. Maybe these politicians ought to stop referring to the citizens "disrespectfully."
Cynic said on 26 Dec 2009 at 1:17 pm:
Kevin C said on 26 Dec 2009 at 12:31 am:
"Both parties have become beholden to lobbyists, corporations and PACs."
True. But, unfortunately, they supply the funds required to get them elected.
Trite, but the bottom line is: our Elected work for these lobbyists, corporations and PACS - not us!
These are the facts and why I favor a Timocracy - which we had back when the Country was founded!
Kevin C said on 26 Dec 2009 at 6:01 pm:
Not a criticism but a correction:
Actually, I was quoting Dave in Va who said, "Both parties have become beholden to lobbyists, corporations and PACs."
GOTTA give credit where credit is due.
Cynic said, "our Elected work for these lobbyists, corporations and PACS - not us!"
Which is why I am in TOTAL agreement with Dave in Va who said, "We need to vote ALL the incumbents out in 2010 and then again in 2012 and 2014 until everything is cleaned out."
Once again, it is LONG past time we remind these CROOKED, EGOTISTICAL BA$TARD$ who they are working for!
I'm tired of seeing them walk around with MY PIE on THEIR fingers!!!!!
Ron Homan said on 27 Dec 2009 at 9:42 am:
Dave is correct…Clean Sweep every year until the "politburo" is deposited on the ash heap of history.
Nancy Pratt said on 27 Dec 2009 at 2:47 pm:
The founding fathers would never have approved of "career" polititions. We should dermand term limits and clean our country up!
freshstart said on 29 Dec 2009 at 10:59 am:
AMEN, Nancy!!!!
Cynic said on 29 Dec 2009 at 3:30 pm:
Current system gives us nothing more than Stealth, Pseudo Fascism. This Stealth Pseudo Fascism is worse than Fascism present directly as such.
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She won her first major medal by helping the England team finish first in the 4x100-metre relay final with a time of 44.19 seconds, ahead of Ghana and India.
Montell is a psychology student at Middlesex and was awarded one of the university's Future Gold scholarships, recognising her potential as an elite sprinter.
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By Steven Rinella
Illustrated. 244 pp. Spiegel & Grau. $26.
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307 pp. Farrar, Straus & Giroux. $25.
The 18th-century English theologian William Paley once wrote that the principle that will keep a man in everlasting ignorance is contempt prior to investigation. What a loser. Truth be told, I have lived a life plenty comfortable with my disdain toward hunters and hunting. And then along comes Steven Rinella and his revelatory memoir, "Meat Eater," to ruin everything.
Unless you count the eternal pursuit of the unmetered parking space, I am not a hunter. I am, however, on a constant quest for good writing. "Meat Eater" begins with a promise — "This book has a hell of a lot going for it, simply because it's a hunting story" — and then delivers ceaselessly, like a Domino's guy with O.C.D. This is survival of the most literate. Graphic, sure, but less so than an episode of "CSI," and with more believable emoting.
Early on, Rinella, the author of "American Buffalo: In Search of a Lost Icon" and the host of his own show on the Sportsman Channel, explains why he hunts:
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Lisa Neville Lake (Gustafson), 69, of Brainerd, MN passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at home.
She was born on April 2, 1948 in Brainerd to Joe and Kay Gustafson, the youngest of three girls. She graduated from Brainerd - the Class of 1966. She went to St. Cloud State and earned her teaching degree. She married Jim lake on August 1, 1970 in Brainerd. Together they had two children, Missy and Tom (TJ). Lisa's first priority was her kids and she chose to stay home with them until their high school years. Lisa and her sisters owned and operated Gigi's Hallmark for 9 years. Lisa was active throughout the community and was a member of the Central Lakes Corvette Club, Brainerd Service Club and PEO.
Lisa lived life to the fullest and never missed out on an opportunity to be with friends or family. She was happiest when she was on the go and around people. She loved being out on the water and going fast in whatever boat she was in. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren. Left to cherish Lisa's memory are her children, Missy (Chad) Schwendeman and Tom (Missy) Lake; grandchildren, Sophie Schwendeman, Rowen Schwendeman, and Libby Lake; former husband, Arne Moores and his children, Pam (Marty) Boerboom, Jenny Moores, and Randy (Tina) Moores; step-grandchildren, Cody Grierson, Riley Dalby and Colton Moores; sisters, Greta (Paul) Graff and Joni (Mike) Alvarez; nieces, Lynn Graff and Tiffany (Tom) Werner; nephews, Jon (Holly) Graff and Tim (Melanie) Turcotte; as well as many friends who were so dear to her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Kay; husband, Jim; mother and father-in-law, George and Alice Lake; brothers-in-law, Bob Lake and Tom Turcotte; and grandson, Mitchell Grierson.
Visitation will be from 4-7p.m. on Sunday, December 10th with a prayer service at 7p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the 11a.m. funeral on December 11th at Zion Lutheran Church. Luncheon will be at the church following a burial at Evergreen Cemetery.
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Kick Things Up a Notch with These Lemongrass-Ginger Salmon Burgers
Memorial Day is right around the corner! If you're still drawing up your holiday menu, I highly suggest you add these lemongrass-ginger salmon burgers. With garnishes like pickled cucumber and cilantro cream, these burgers are sure to be the talk of your party.
What I love most about these salmon burgers is that they're not afraid to be a little different. With lemongrass, ginger, and lime in the patties, no one is going to accuse you of playing it safe with this recipe.
To assemble the burgers, you spread roasted red chili paste on a toasted bun and top with a salmon patty, the cilantro cream, the cucumbers, and some sliced red onion. The pickled cucumbers add a bright, crisp element, while the cool cilantro cream helps balance the chili paste.
If you're looking for an upgrade on your standard barbecue fare, these burgers are for you.
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1 College Prep Glossary A-Z College Admissions from A to Z What in the world is a FAFSA? What's the difference between EA and ED? If you're asking yourself these questions, your child is probably in the middle of the college admissions process. So, if you're wondering whether the NMSQT is a test or a furry animal, this glossary is for you. Accreditation Official recognition that a college, university, or trade school has met the standards of a regional or national association. Advanced Placement Program (AP ) Gives motivated high school students the opportunity to take college-level courses in a high school setting. Thousands of colleges worldwide award credit or advanced placement to students with a qualifying grade on AP Exams. AP Exams are graded 1 to 5, with 5 as the highest. American College Test (ACT) The ACT is a college entrance exam administered by the American College Testing Corporation that measures educational development in English, mathematics, social studies, and the natural sciences. Scores are reported as 1 to 36, with 36 as the highest. Most colleges accept scores from either the ACT or SAT. Articulation An agreement between a two-year and four-year college within the same state that allows a two-year college student automatic admission to a four-year college if she completes required courses. Arts and Sciences A college course of study that includes the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, foreign languages, and fine arts. Associate's Degree Awarded by a college or university after satisfactory completion of a two-year program of study. 24
2 Award Letter A document issued to a student financial aid recipient that indicates the type, amount, and disbursement dates of the funds awarded for various financial aid programs. Bachelor's Degree Awarded by a four-year college or university after satisfactory completion of a program of study. Campus-Based Aid Financial assistance for students and their families administered by a college. Funds, regardless of their source, are awarded to students by the college's financial aid office, and not by a state, federal, or private agency. Candidates Reply Date Agreement (CRDA) Allows a student to defer attendance decisions at participating colleges until May 1. This agreement gives students time to get responses from most of the colleges they have applied to before making a decision on one. College Board A national nonprofit membership association whose mission is to prepare, inspire, and connect students to college and opportunity. The College Board administers the PSAT/NMSQT, SAT Reasoning Test, SAT Subject Tests, Advanced Placement Program (AP ), CLEP, College Scholarship Service (CSS ), and CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE. College-Level Examination Program (CLEP ) A credit-by-examination program that helps students of all ages earn college degrees faster by getting credit for what they already know. By receiving a satisfactory score, a student can earn from 3 to 12 college credits toward a college degree for each CLEP she takes, depending on the exam subject. College Scholarship Service (CSS ) A service of the College Board that assists postsecondary institutions, state scholarship programs, and other organizations in the equitable distribution of student financial aid funds by measuring a family's financial strength and analyzing its ability to contribute to college costs. 25
3 Common Application A standard application form accepted by more than 300 selective colleges in lieu of their own form. Available in high school guidance offices and online. Go to Consortium A group of colleges or universities that offer joint programs that allow students to share facilities and course offerings at member campuses. Consortiums are generally made up of neighboring schools. Cooperative Work-Study Education A full-time paid employment related to a student's field of study. The student alternates between work and full-time study. As a result, the bachelor's program usually takes five years to complete. CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE A financial aid form produced by the College Board required for students seeking aid at approximately 10 percent of the nation's four-year colleges (including the most highly selective institutions). Deferral When a student's application for early decision or early action is postponed, and will be considered with the regular applicant pool. Deferred Admission Allows an accepted student to postpone admission for one year. Demonstrated Need The difference between the family contribution as established on the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and the total cost of attending college. Early Action (EA) A program that gives special consideration to a student who applies for admission by a specified date, usually in early fall. Students are not obligated to enroll if admitted (also known as early notification). 26
4 Early Decision (ED) A program that gives special consideration to a student who applies for admission by a specified date, usually in early fall. Students are obligated to enroll if admitted, and to withdraw applications from other institutions. Educational Testing Service (ETS) A nonprofit organization that develops college entrance tests, including the SAT and SAT Subject Tests, for the College Board. Expected Family Contribution (EFC) The amount a family can reasonably be expected to pay for one year of college. 529 Savings Plans A state-operated investment plan that gives families a federal tax-free way to save money for college. Officially known as qualified tuition programs (QTPs) System An academic calendar consisting of two semesters made up of four months each, with a short winter term of one month in between. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) The need analysis form produced by the U.S. Department of Education that is required for students seeking aid by nearly all colleges and universities. Complete the FAFSA online at Grade Point Average (GPA) Indicates a student's overall scholastic performance. It is computed by assigning a point value to each grade. Greek System Fraternities and sororities on campus, whose names originate from letters in the Greek alphabet. Humanities Courses focusing on human culture, including philosophy, foreign language, religion, and literature. 27
5 Independent Study Allows a student to earn credit through self-designed coursework, which is usually planned and evaluated by a faculty member. Legacy An applicant whose parents or grandparents are graduates of the college or university to which she is applying. Liberal Arts A course of study that includes humanities, social science, natural sciences, mathematics, foreign languages, and fine arts. Major Area of concentration in a particular field of study. Usually students specialize in their majors during their junior and senior years at college. National Merit Scholarship Program A scholarship program based mostly on scores from the PSAT/NMSQT. Each year, National Merit students receive scholarships ranging from several hundred dollars to full costs of attendance. Need-Blind Admissions A policy in which colleges make admissions decisions without taking into account an applicant's financial circumstances. Schools that subscribe to this policy do not necessarily offer aid to meet the full need of an accepted applicant. Open Admissions Schools that take any high school graduate until all the openings are filled. Almost all two-year colleges have an open admissions policy. Preferential Packaging A policy in which the most desirable applicants get the best financial aid packages. PROFILE A financial aid form produced by the College Board required for students seeking aid at approximately 10 percent of the nation's four-year colleges (including the most highly selective institutions). 28
6 PSAT/NMSQT The Preliminary SAT /National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test is a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests. It also gives students a chance to qualify for National Merit Scholarship Corporation's (NMSC) scholarship programs. Quarter System Divides the nine-month academic calendar into three equal parts of approximately 12 weeks each. Summer sessions, if any, are usually the same length. Registrar College official who registers students and collects fees. The registrar may also be responsible for keeping permanent records, maintaining student files, and forwarding copies of students' transcripts to employers and schools. Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Combines military education with college study leading to the bachelor's degree. For students who commit themselves to future service in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard, there is usually an offer of financial aid. Not all schools offer ROTC. Residency Requirements Length of time stipulated by colleges or universities that students must spend on campus taking courses. The term also refers to time families or students must reside in a state before being considered eligible for state aid. Rolling Admissions Admissions procedure by which the college considers each student's application as soon as all the required credentials have been received (e.g., school record, test scores). The college usually notifies applicants of its decision without delay. SAT (SAT Reasoning Test ) A 3 hour and 45 minute exam that measures the critical thinking skills needed for academic success in college. It measures skills in three areas: critical reading, mathematics, and writing. 29
7 SAT Subject Tests One hour, primarily multiple-choice tests that measure achievement in specific subject areas. Semester System Divides the academic year into two equal segments of approximately 18 weeks each. Summer sessions are shorter, but require more intensive study. Student Aid Report (SAR) The form sent to families in response to submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) indicating the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Student Search Service (SSS ) A free information service for students who take the PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, or AP Exams. By participating in Student Search Service, students let colleges, universities, and scholarship programs know they are interested in hearing from them. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) An exam required by almost all U.S. colleges and universities for students whose principal language is not English. The test is made up of three multiple choice sections: listening comprehension, structure and written expression, and reading comprehension. 3-2 Program A program offering students three years of study in a liberal arts field followed by two years of professional or specialized study (e.g., engineering, teaching, nursing, business administration). The student is awarded two degrees upon successful completion of the program. Transcript Official record of a student's coursework at a school or college. A high school transcript is generally required as part of the college application process. Trimesters An academic calendar that is divided into three equal terms or semesters. 30
8 Tuition Tax Credits Allow you to subtract, on a dollar-for-dollar basis, the amount of the credit from your total federal income tax bill. Undergraduate A college student earning a bachelor's degree. Waitlist A list of applicants who may be considered for acceptance if there is still space after admitted students have decided whether or not they'll attend. Work-Study A federally funded program in which students take campus jobs as part of their financial aid package. To participate in a work-study program, students must complete the FAFSA. Yield Percentage of accepted applicants who enroll at a college. 31
9 The Cost of College Keep Increases in Perspective Here's the bad news: there's no escaping the fact that college prices are rising. According to recently released reports from the College Board, most students and their families can expect to pay, on average, from $108 to $1,398 more than last year for this year's tuition and fees, depending on the type of college. Believe it or not though, there is good news. There is more than $143 billion in financial aid available. And, despite all of these college price increases, a college education remains an affordable choice for most families. Sticker Price vs. Affordability Although some of the college price tags you hear about can be quite daunting $35,000 or more for yearly tuition and fees most colleges are more affordable than you might think. For example, did you know that about 56 percent of students at four-year schools pay less than $9,000 for tuition and fees? After grants are taken into consideration, the net price the average undergraduate pays for a college education is significantly lower than the published tuition and fees. And remember, other forms of financial aid will further reduce the amount your family will actually pay. Consider College an Investment Did you know that, according to a 2007 College Board Study, Education Pays, people with a bachelor's degree earn over 60 percent more than those with only a high school diploma? Over a lifetime, the gap in earning potential between a high school diploma and a B.A. is more than $800,000. In other words, whatever sacrifices you and your child make for his or her college education in the short term are more than repaid in the long term. 32
10 How Much Does College Cost? Average College Prices But Did You Know That... Private four-year $25,143 (up 5.9 percent from last year) Public four-year $6,585 (up 6.4 percent from last year) About 56 percent of students enrolled at four-year colleges or universities attend institutions that charge tuition and fees of less than $9,000 per year. 38 percent of full-time students enrolled in public four-year colleges and universities attend institutions that charge tuition and fees between $3,000 and $6,000. While private four-year institutions have a much wider range of tuition and fee charges, only about 9 percent of all students attend colleges with tuition and fees totaling $33,000 or higher per year. Public two-year $2,402 (up 4.7 percent from last year) Students will pay, on average, from $381 to $408 more than last year for this year's room and board, depending on the type of college. The average surcharge for full-time out-of-state students at public four-year institutions is $10, percent of all full-time students attend public two-year colleges. More than $143 billion in financial aid is available to students and their families. About two-thirds of all full-time undergraduate students receive grant aid. In , estimated aid in the form of grants and tax benefits averaged about $2,300 per student at public two-year colleges, about $3,700 at public four-year colleges, and about $10,200 per student at private four-year colleges. 33
11 Applying to Two Year and Vocational Colleges Pierce College Earn your associate's degree. Get on the fast track to transferring to a four-year school. Earn a professional or technical certification in a number of high-demand career fields. 1. Apply Submitting a Pierce College admissions form is easy, fast, and free. Apply anytime and from anywhere online. 2. Discover financial aid options Paying for your education is possible at Pierce College. Our financial aid advisors can help you locate the payment options that will work best with your budget. Learn about assistance options, including scholarships, grants, and loans, online. 3. Assess your skills Planning to take an English or math course, or to take more than five credits at a time? Let us help. A simple test (COMPASS) can help ensure you get the class that's best suited for you. 4. Get advised Starting college can be scary, but at Pierce, you'll never go it alone. Our advising center staff is here to help you plan your first quarter. They'll also assign you a faculty advisor to help you through the rest of your journey and into a successful future. 5. Register and pay Avoid the rush and the hassle by registering and paying your tuition and fees online. It's never been easier! 6. Get oriented Now that the hard work is done, it's time to have fun. Find your classes, meet your teachers and classmates, and pick up your student identification, parking pass, and books. Free orientation sessions are offered each quarter. 34
12 Tacoma Community College ADMISSIONS APPLICATION - STEP 1 Admission Application: Complete the Online Application for admission if you haven't already done so. If you are readmitting to TCC, you may call to update your application. ASSESSMENT - STEP 2 Assessment Test. The college requires an Entry Skills Assessment of your skills in reading, English and math if you plan to register for a math or English course, or if you have never attended a college before. Call for testing dates and times. Picture ID is required and there is a $15.80 fee which may be paid in one of the following ways: o By telephone. If you are using a major credit card, you may call between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. o In person. Stop by the Cashier's Office in Building 11 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday (campus is closed on Fridays during the summer). Transcript Review. If you have completed classes at another college, we may be able to determine your skill level by reviewing your college transcript (official or unofficial copies may be used for this purpose). You may provide your unofficial transcript in one of the following ways: o By Fax at (Be sure to put your TCC Student ID Number on the transcript.) o In person. Bring your unofficial transcript to the Assessment Office in Bldg. 7 (new location). ORIENTATION - STEP 3 In this group orientation session, the online registration feature will be demonstrated, new and readmitting students will learn what it takes to get started on an educational path, and will meet other students. Please bring your assessment scores, class options, and your questions. A follow-up appointment for educational planning can be set up if desired. New students (except those who have earned a college degree or attended another college for more than one year) must attend a New Student Orientation and Advising session. Reserve your seat at an on-campus orientation session by signing up online at (select Student Resources, then under Choices, select New Student Orientation, then click on Signup for On- Campus Orientation), or call Readmitting students who have not attended TCC for one year or longer, are advised to attend an on-campus orientation or complete the online orientation if 35
13 an on-campus session does not work for you. Go to (select Student Resources, then under Choices, select New Student Orientation) or call An Online Orientation is available for distance learning students. If you are planning to enroll in online courses only, you may complete the Online Orientation. After completion of the online orientation, distance learning students (and readmitting students who have completed the online orientation) may the advisor at for online advising and registration information. Or, feel free to stop by the Counseling and Advising Center at our new location in building 7. Winter quarter dates. Winter quarter classes begin January 5 and end on March 16 (final exams are held March 17-20). Textbooks. Textbooks may be purchased in the bookstore. To purchase books online, go to Parking and Student ID card. Once you are registered into classes, you may stop by the Parking/Student ID Office in Bldg. 18 to pick up your parking sticker and to obtain your Student ID card. Call for hours. Class locations are subject to change--important. Because class locations are subject to change at the last minute, you should print a copy of your class schedule the evening before classes begin. Go to and click on My Class Schedule. Be ready to enter your Inquiry PIN# (this is your 6-digit birthdate until you change it). TUITION AND FEES - STEP 4 Winter quarter tuition and fees are due by December 29. Tuition will be applied electronically for students who have been awarded a financial aid grant or scholarship. Students receiving other tuition assistance should contact the Cashier's Office at or stop by Bldg. 11. Classes that have not been paid will be dropped to allow other students an opportunity to enroll. Note: If you are unable to pay tuition by the tuition deadlines, you may stop by the Enrollment Services Office in Bldg.7 and ask for a payment extension. FACTS- a tuition payment plan-is available to students. For more details, go to Tuition may be paid by personal check, money order or credit card at the Cashier's Office in Building 11 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed on Fridays during the summer). If you are using a major credit card, you may call to pay by telephone. Tuition can also be paid as part of the online registration process, or by visiting the online payment form. Students enrolling with a SPACE AVAILABLE WAIVER --staff, state employees, senior citizen (60 years or older), or SPRUCE may not register until the date identified under the conditions of the applicable waiver. If a student registers prior to the allowed date, the waiver will not apply to the student's tuition calculation. For more information, call
14 Bates Technical College Bates operates with a continuous enrollment policy. In most programs, students are admitted as openings occur. Persons over 16 may register subject to the conditions of the Bates enrollment/registration policy. Information for International Students is available on the International Programs site. Online Registration is available for Extended Learning, Home & Family Life, Teacher Preparation, Paraeducator Training, or Online Courses for new and continuing students. COMPASS / ASSET All students registering in career education programs must take COMPASS. (Assessment Center) This college computerized adaptive testing system assesses student skills in reading, writing, and mathematics and helps promote student success. Results determine placement in the 100-level Related Instruction classes (communications, human relations, and math) and in developmental and basic skills courses in mathematics, reading, and writing. Students are required to take classes based on COMPASS placement scores. Comparable ASSET scores may be used in lieu of COMPASS scores. Full-time Student Full-time students attend classes from six to eight hours each school day, depending on the program. The school year is 11 months, with three 60-day quarters: Fall, Winter, Spring; and a 34-day or seven-week Summer Quarter. Most classes are held from 8:15a to 3:00p, Monday through Friday. All students pay a non-refundable application fee when registering. Students may register any weekday, and enter the program on Monday, providing there is a program opening. If a class is full, a student may be placed on a waitlist if the non-refundable application fee has been paid. See How To Get Started. Students applying for entrance into a health sciences program (Dental Assisting, Dental Lab Technician, Denturist, Practical Nursing), must submit a high school transcript to the Registrar's Office. For more information, call Clover Park Technical College Applying for Admission Admissions applications are available at program orientations, at the Admissions counter, in Student Records, online and in the Advising/Counseling office. There is a $43.33 non-refundable fee due at the time the application is submitted. Eligibility All members of the community are eligible for admission to Clover Park Technical College if they: 37
15 Are competent to profit from the curricular offerings of the College; and Are eighteen years of age or older; or Are a high school graduate (diploma or GED certificate); or Have applied for admission under the provisions of Running Start, Elective High School, or other local enrollment option programs. Some programs have additional entrance requirements which can be found in the program description section of this catalog. Assessment Students entering technical programs, which have Core Academic classes, are required to take a COMPASS (Computerized-Adaptive Placement Assessment) test. COMPASS will assess student's current levels in Reading, Writing and Math skills. The assessment results are used to place students at the proper academic level for Math, English, and Psychology. Compass is un-timed and generally takes about 2 hours to complete. There is a non-refundable fee of $16.82 to test. Pay the cashier in Building 17 Room, 102 then take your receipt to the Assessment Center in Building 17, Room 210 to test. COMPASS is conducted on a drop-in basis. No appointment is necessary. Contact admissions at , Advising/Counseling at or visit the college to obtain a bi-monthly testing schedule and sample test. Assessment scores are valid for a period of 2 years. If an assessment test has been taken at another college or agency the results can be placed on file at the Assessment Center and evaluated by Advising/Counseling in lieu of retaking the test. Students without a High School Diploma or GED are required to complete the entire Assessment test in one sitting and must wait 90 days prior to any retesting. Program Information Sessions ATTEND A PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION FOR THE TRAINING PROGRAMS OF INTEREST. Program Information Sessions are normally held at 3:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. In most cases, Program Information Sessions are held in the facility or classroom where the program is taught. During the Program Information Session, faculty will provide information about what is 38
16 taught in the program, what fees are required, what books and supplies are needed, the job outlook and employment information. Faculty will discuss program entrance requirements and prerequisites, and an estimate of the next available start date 39
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Ricotta Gnocchi
1 pound fresh ricotta cheese (see recipe below)
1 egg
1 ounce grated parmesan
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Flour, to roll gnocchi
Serving suggestion: melted butter, peas and sage or a lean pasta topping of your choice, such as tomato sauce with basil and a shaving or two of parmesan cheese.
In a large bowl, whip the ricotta to break up the curds. Add the egg and stir until evenly combined. Add the grated cheese and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Pour flour onto a large plate or shallow pie dish. As if you were making chocolate chip cookies, use a teaspoon to form oval shape gnocchi and drop into flour. Do not let the formed gnocchi touch each other or they'll stick together.
Working in batches of six, coat gnocchi lightly with flour by rolling the plate. Dust flour off gnocchi and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Repeat. Refrigerate two hours or until gnocchi are firm. You can refrigerate overnight but fresh gnocchi is best eaten the day it's prepared. Drop gnocchi into salted boiling water. Adjust heat to a simmer. When gnocchi floats to the top and is slightly firm to the touch, about 3-4 minutes. Remove using a slotted spoon. Serving suggestion: melted butter, peas and sage or a lean pasta topping of your choice, such as tomato sauce with basil and a shaving or two of parmesan cheese.
Ricotta Cheese:
2 quarts milk
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
In a heavy-bottomed pot, slowly bring the milk and the lemon juice to 200 degrees F. Remove from heat and cover. Place in a spot where the temperature will remain uniform (we suggest an unheated oven).
After 6 hours, strain the curds and whey through cheesecloth. Tie the corners of the cloth to form a bag and hang it to drain overnight.
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Medium


text: Once upon a time, in a funky coastal community called Ocean Beach, California, there was a little vegan bakery named Stephanie's (owned by a woman who isn't named Stephanie at all, oddly enough). Stephanie's had anything any local vegan could possibly want, and even the things that they probably didn't think they could ever have! There were large vegan pizzas, cinnamon and pecan rolls, and a wide assortment sweet and savory strudels, easily their most popular offering. On one end of the spectrum, there were apple strudels filled with a rich cinnamon-apple compote, and on the other, samosa-inspired strudels filled with curried potato and peas. Stephanie's Bakery closed its doors nearly a year ago, but everyone I know that had been there before still suffers from intense strudel cravings. Fortunately for me, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, the author of The Joy of Vegan Baking (aka VegNews' 2007 Cookbook of the Year), has cracked the code and made available the recipe to my ALL-TIME ABSOLUTE FAVORITE Stephanie's Bakery strudel - the Black Forest strudel filled with layers of dark cherry, chocolate, and sweet cream cheese. This strudel is warm, flaky, sinful heaven. Make it now. Or save it for a rainy day. Or just link this recipe card to your boyfriend in an e-mail with a subject line that says "ATTN: ONLY 1 MONTH AWAY FROM V-DAY. FEEL FREE TO LEARN HOW TO BAKE." The choice is yours. -------------------------------------------------------- Stephanie's Black Forest Strudel 1/3 cup crushed graham crackers 1 cup cherries, rinsed and pitted 1/3 cup slivered or ground almonds 1/3 cup non-dairy semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup granulated sugar 6 - 8 sheets phyllo dough 1/4 cup non-hydrogenated, non-dairy butter, melted Powdered sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon for sprinkling on top (optional) 1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a bowl, mix the graham crackers, cherries, almonds, chocolate chips, and sugar. 3. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface. (It should be placed so that you're looking at it vertically.) Keep the remaining sheets of phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth. Brush the entire phyllo dough sheet with some melted butter. Lay down another phyllo dough sheet directly on top of the buttered sheet and brush again with some melted butter. Repeat until you use all 6 to 8 sheets. 4. Spread the cherry/chocolate filling in a 3-inch-wide band along the bottom edge of the dough, 2 inches in from the bottom and the sides. Roll the phyllo dough over once to begin creating a log, then fold in the sides. Continue to roll gently until you have a compact log, ending seam side down. Place the strudel seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, and brush with butter. Sprinkle the powdered sugar, nutmeg, and/or cinnamon on top. 5. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing with a serrated knife.


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One of the secrets to making a great game is to keep things simple. After all, the action RPG Diablo, which arguably grandfathered the whole modern action RPG genre, was almost comically uncomplicated. The player pointed their computer's mouse in the direction he or she wanted the in-game character to go, then clicked on any creepy-crawlies that popped up and collected whatever goodies splurted from their lacerated corpses when they died. It was easy to pick up and impossible to put down.
Titan Quest may be wrapping its considerable Diablo influences in a toga and sandals, but it clearly shares the same mantra of simplicity. When you start the game, there is no overly complex tutorial or insane training mode. You just start playing, exploring beautiful countrysides and chopping big holes in evil critters. After the first level, you are given a choice of skills from which to choose. It is here that the game's depth starts to become apparent.
Titan Quest looks to offer a lot of mouse-clicky, hack-and-slash fun, but it is the flexibility of the character system that pulls it to the forefront. The game has no character classes. Instead, there are just skills that you learn, and the skills you've chosen dictate what you're good at (and in turn, what role you should play if you brave the multiplayer waters, where up to six players can play co-op).
There are eight types of skill in all, and you select first one, and later a second discipline to make your specialty. The key is that you choose it all yourself. If you want to start out learning Earth skills, which give you access to fire magic and enable you to summon an earth elemental, but then add Warfare skills, which are all about physical offensive attacks, you can. You'll end up with a character that is uniquely yours.
You may have trouble deciding which two skill sets to cultivate, though. In addition to Earth and Warfare, there's the lightning and cold magic-focused Storm, as well as Spirit, which enables you to steal life or summon a lich. Hunting skills are based mostly around speedy, ranged attacks with bow and spear, and Defense gives you better chances of deflecting or shielding off enemy attacks, or disabling enemies entirely. The final two skill sets are the poison-loving, assassin-y Rogue, and Nature, with which you can cast healing spells and summon forest creatures to guard you. There are also modifiers to the individual skills. For example, one player might have a fireball, but another might choose a blast with a shorter range, but that explodes into a mess of firey splash damage.
In-game monsters are just as varied, with the designers promising more than 100 unique beasties to battle, many with multiple variations. Combat is the typical point-and-click variety, however realistic physics apply - in other words, don't be surprised when defeated creatures go flying. It is even possible to kill an opponent by knocking it off a cliff, though doing so typically means that you forfeit any chance at loot as whatever the creature is carrying goes over the cliff with it.
Another very welcome bit of realism is that enemies will drop the actual gear that they are using. Thus, if you're fighting an enemy with a crazy-cool fire sword, chances are good it'll drop that exact sword when you kill it. It's much more rewarding than the typical situation, in which mutant flamingos belch forth chain mail and some ogre king whose battle axe shoots lightning while you're fighting him drops only a rusty letter opener once you've chopped his head off.
Perhaps best of all, though the world of Titan Quest is vast, the game is going to ship with the same editor used by the dev team to create the game. Iron Lore is hoping that some players will use the tools to create everything from simple levels to full-on quest modules, complete with original voice acting. It's everything a budding level designer needs.
This time of year, we hear a lot of hype surrounding new games, but Titan Quest looks to have some substance behind its flash. Sure it's pretty and shiny, but with a solid gameplay pedigree it should provide hours of entertainment when it hits stores this June. And its ease-of-use features should make it, as the developer hopes, perfect for players who loved The Sims, but didn't quite make it to more hardcore fare.
May 11, 2006