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Lesson Plan: Heroes in Art
In this lesson plan, students will explore the life and portraits of Frederick Douglass in order to gain an understanding of the history of slavery in the United States. While further examining an anti-slavery speech written by Douglass and a modern sculpture by Richard Hunt, students will begin to understand the concept of heroism and develop speech-writing and speaking skills.
Suggested Grade Level: 9-10
Estimated Time: Two to three class periods
Lesson Objectives
- Examine the history of the anti-slavery movement and identify aspects of slave life in the United States
- Describe important events in the life of Frederick Douglass
- Define the concept of heroism
- Demonstrate personal beliefs through speech writing
Key Terms
Instructional Materials
- Frederick Douglass
- Hero Construction
- Chapters 1 and 11 of Frederick Douglass, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, 1845
- Frederick Douglass' "The Hypocrisy of American Slavery"
- Pencils
- Paper
- Introduce students to the life of Frederick Douglass and the history of slavery in the United States by asking them to read chapters one and eleven of Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. Discuss the text with students and help them put Douglass's life into a historical context. (For research assistance, see Books and Media.) Ask students the following questions:
- What conditions did Douglass live in as a child?
- How did he manage to escape slavery?
- What historical events relating to slavery happened during his lifetime? (for example, Harper's Ferry, the Emancipation Proclamation)
- Based on Douglass's writings, how would you describe his personality?
- Have students examine and discuss the daguerreotype of Frederick Douglass. Start the discussion by asking what visual clues in the daguerreotype reveal Douglass' temperament (his pose and expression).
- Discuss the concept of a hero. Make a list of the qualities a hero displays (strength, bravery, leadership, etc.). Ask students to describe how Douglass's image represents heroism.
- Show students Richard Hunt's sculpture Hero Construction. Ask them to think about the following questions:
- Why did Hunt call this sculpture Hero Construction?
- What elements of the sculpture suggest the figure's heroic status?
- Imagine his heroic deed.
- Ask students to think like speech writers for the figure in Hero Construction. Encourage them to imagine what he would speak about, where he would give the speech, and who would attend. In preparation for writing, have students read Douglass's speech "The Hypocrisy of American Slavery," delivered July 4, 1852. Discuss the speech, asking students if they think it is effective and why. Ask them to name the elements that make the speech effective (use of interrogatives, length, etc.).
- Encourage students to write a one-page speech for the figure in Hero Construction and ask them to read their work aloud in small groups.
Base students' evaluation on their participation in the discussion, written work, and oral presentations.
Have students start an oral-history project focused on a hero from their family, school, or neighborhood. As a class, develop questions for students to ask their subjects and formulate a list of people for them to interview. Ask students to write a brief paper describing the actions of this individual and each naming the qualities that make him or her heroic. Have students submit a photograph of this individual that captures his or her heroic status.
abolitionist (n; adj)
a person who spoke, wrote, or fought against slavery. Some abolitionists were free African Americans, others were escaped slaves, and many were Caucasian; of or relating to the anti-slavery movement
construction (n)
an assembly (usually three-dimensional) of diverse materials, such as found objects
emancipation (n)
the act of freeing from restraint, control, or bondage, especially slavery
Emancipation Proclamation
signed in 1863 by President Lincoln, this document freed the slaves of the Confederate states in rebellion against the Union
Frederick Douglass (1857-1895) black American ex-slave whose speeches and writings brought him to the forefront of the American abolitionist movement. Douglass became the first black citizen to hold high rank in the U.S. government as minister and consul general to Haiti.
Harper's Ferry Raid
one of the major events that precipitated the Civil War. On October 16, 1859, an armed band of abolitionists led by John Brown attacked the arms arsenal of Harper's Ferry (then located in Virginia). The two-day raid was intended to help create an independent stronghold of freed slaves in the mountains of Maryland and Virginia. However, Brown and his band of sixteen whites and five blacks were overwhelmed by federal troops. Seventeen men died in the raid, and Brown and six surviving followers were hanged before the end of the year.
portrait (n)
the likeness of a person (especially a face) in a work of art, such as a painting, drawing, sculpture, or photograph
Illinois Learning Standards
English Language Arts: 1-4
Social Science: 16
Fine Arts: 25
Art Access

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The impact of organisational culture on the performance of junior secondary schools in Oshikoto Education Region.
Iindombo, Gothard Uugwanga
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The possibility of a school's culture influencing school performance has triggered wide spread research in recent years, with the introduction of organisational culture as a field of management studying the 1970s. This topic gained the wide interest of scholars' attention by 1980. Building from sociological and anthropological perspectives, scholars have argued that organisations could possess a culture-which is the taken-for-granted assumptions and behaviour that makes sense of the people's organisational context and therefore contributing to how groups of people respond and behave in relation to the issues they face. Cultural influences on organisational life can be good or bad. An ideal culture should be that which promotes school effectiveness and efficiency as these are the most important deliverables of performance. As can be discerned from the definition by Johnson above, researchers have found that culture influences performance ,attitudes and behaviour of both teachers and learners and thus builds the identity of a school. School culture is therefore a significant component of school life that fuels the school excellence or failure. It is thus of utmost importance for school principals and their staff to understand their school culture and strive towards developing an exemplary and yet inspiring culture-a culture that promotes and signifies teaching and learning through effective school management practices. The challenge remains with the school leadership to embrace the heterogeneous manifestation of culture among its school inhabitants and take cognisance of the fact that culture is volatile. The later implies that an effective organisation needs to develop a culture that has an "intrinsic ability to adopt to changing circumstances". The reason behind this reasoning is that this type of culture embraces fast changing trends in performance enhancement in the dynamic world with the available resources, thus ensuring consistency or improvement despite the unstable situations. Amidst hard economic times and the stiff competition evident in the education sector in the twenty first century, any institution that endeavours to survive must justify its existence through its performance. As a result this research tries to take a range of approaches to understand school culture, from exploring the forces that may create and change culture, to measurements of the characteristics of a school culture and examining it as a driver of school performance.
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The first generation of Gear Fit appeared two years ago, and I watch bracelet frankly did not like, especially when compared to their older counterparts. They had an interesting design, but functionally they lost a little more expensive watches Gear 2, it seemed to me decisive. But the market will put everything in its place, the sale of Gear Fit were higher than the older models, and young people and those who are actively involved in sports, embraced this accessory is mostly positive. It was interesting to learn the nature of this phenomenon, I talked to many users who knowingly bought Gear Fit, looked studies in different countries and issued an opinion that the target audience of this bracelet – young people, and it's mostly between the ages of 18 and 25, the second focus is to an audience of up to 35 years. sales distribution between men and women like this – 60 to 40. Typically, the distribution of such devices is a 80 to 20, there is an abnormally high percentage of women. Cause? Design. And that design has become for many buyers decisive, and only then to the fore the rest of the device.
Bright straps, excellent screen and a variety of screen – all users attributed to the device design and voted for him pocketbooks. It turned out that the extra chips, users do not need too much, and that is, satisfied in full. And it turned into a bracelet Gear Fit-survivor, after a series of software updates, operating time increased to 3-4 days of training, children were gone sores, and many people it attracted. The Samsung does not see any reason to replace the Gear Fit, since it is well marketed and sold even today, the yield Samsung Gear Fit 2 can be called in a lot of work over small mistakes and try not to spoil what turned out to be the best in the past.
Based on the foregoing, we can consider 2 Fit as a minor update of the first model, but much more on the fact of change. This accessory is perfect for those who run and does not want to run a smartphone. It is possible to download music and connect wireless headphones, which also provides freedom from the smartphone. Finally, unlike many of the trackers, where accuracy is provided by the hardware GPS, which also makes it possible to use it during different workouts – cycling, rowing, jumping, and the like, however, and for yoga it is also suitable, and another thing, that the GPS is not activated immediately. Universal accessory for those who engage in sports or fitness, let's look at what he can do.
Gear Fit 2: Design, ergonomics, removable straps
The Samsung always try to do the work on our mistakes, and to the next generation to fix flaws that are discovered by users. The Gear Fit the drawback was the silver screen bezel, with bumps formed chips, wiping edge and the bracelet did not look very neat. It happened over time and not at all, but, nevertheless, edging structure changed completely, now it is a metal plate, painted in the color of the strap. The bracelet is blue is blue, black – black, and so on.
My impression from these materials strictly positive. That they have worn or scratched, the bracelet should be hit or rub sandpaper, in everyday use it does not happen.
Modify the strap, he design similar to the clock Gear S2, bracelet with metal latches, there are different sizes (S, L – 125-170 mm, 155-210 mm). Note that closes the bracelet on the button, and passed through the eye. Silicone is durable, and tear the ear, even over time, will be difficult, however, the wrong hands can do that, too. Another thing is that the design is such that can not fly off the bracelet, even if you close "button" loosely, you will not lose it.
Samsung Gear Fit 2 Weight of 28 or 30 grams, depending on the band size. On hand is almost not felt, and the bracelet can be tightened firmly, it will not interfere. The size of the main part – 24.5h51.2 mm.
The display has a bend on the shape of the hand, the diagonal reduced from 1.84 inches to 1.5 inches, but the resolution has increased from 128h432 216h432 points to points. Screen Type – SuperAMOLED, which provides high energy efficiency, and availability of Tizen on board and makes the watch does record among similar devices, however, let's talk about this a little later.
The First Fit, you have the opportunity to choose the screen orientation, vertical or horizontal, in only 2 Fit the vertical interface, which is not bad, there is no confusion, and all uniformly.
Protection standard increased from IP67 to IP68, up to 30 minutes at a depth of one and a half meters. Swim in hours, as before, is not recommended, but on the water at the same time they are protected. In the water, however, no measurements are so meaningless hours to climb into the sea there.
On the inner side of the LED can be seen which serves for measuring pulse, such sensors are now commonplace for this purpose. Here is the latest generation of sensor, it has improved accuracy in motion, that is, when running it will give more correct results than the first Fit. You can use the Gear Fit in while jogging and other exercise.
In the first Fit I was not able to measure the pulse rate even while walking, with the release of the latest model on the market is fixed in software, there were shortcomings in the software. Today I can say that Samsung Gear Fit 2 works like when running, and when sailing, but the heart rate measurement to the wet hand is not always true. pulse measurement quality in such devices differ from kardiopoyasov for the worse, but comparable with similar models. So, comparing the Samsung Gear Fit 2 and FitBit Blaze, I have not received any variations in measurements.
Capacity Li-Pol battery – 200 mAh (in the first version 210 mAh), but the work remains the same. It was slightly better than the power consumption at the screen, optimized software, update Bluetooth version to 4.2 and, where possible, use Wi-Fi-connection. It is clear that include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other running processes, and can be planted hours a day. But for normal use them is enough for 3-4 days with daily training – for 2-3 days, depending on their duration. Also at the time the work will affect how many notifications and applications on any smartphone you hang on a bracelet. The more notifications the less time, especially if you activate the vibration and the inclusion of the screen. So, here it is necessary to rely on how much you want to watch worked.
Desktop Charger is a small unit to which you put the bracelet. It has a magnetic latch, bracelet sticks to the pedestal. Charging time is about an hour. During charging, the screensaver is shown with percent charge.
Screen most of the time is off, it turns on a permanent job during training (or may not work, it all depends on you), as is the inclusion of the screen when moving hands. He raised his hand – the screen is lit up. And here we see the first drawback stemming from the dignity of a low power. For example, you put on the screen saver showing you the distance traveled. He raised his hand and see how the data is updated with a slight delay. A delay of about a second, but it is frustrating, as in most competing devices not.
The watch has a vibrating alert, and he felt perfectly well, I prefer to put it precisely, since the vibration of hours on the hand – a reminder of the best. The signal can not be heard on the street, while the vibration is always felt.
Now a few words about the hardware stuffing. Dual-socket chipset with up to 1 GHz, RAM – 512 MB internal memory of 4 GB, of which the user can use 3.5 GB. The same filling First Fit, nothing has changed. The memory can store music, it should be transferred from the phone when connecting to the Gear Manager. Samsung Gear Fit 2 can be connected to a wireless headset, it turns out that a run is sufficient to take the bracelet and headphones, the phone itself is not needed.
Version Bluetooth 4.2, which can only be welcomed. The presence of Wi-Fi – is also a big plus, especially since you can enter the network password themselves hours (there klaviaturka on the screen) and connect to it. Also, all of your Wi-Fi network, stored in the phone memory will be available for the bracelet. In fact, to synchronize data with the cloud service S Health bracelet can and without the participation of the phone, it's not necessary.
Gear Manager on the phone – setting and application
In order to use the clock, you need to associate them with your device (phone or tablet). It can be any device on Android from version 4.4 and a memory capacity of 1.5 GB. The app store is necessary to download the Gear Manager and follow the on-screen prompts or phone hours.
The Gear Manager, you can configure your preferences, select additional programs that are installed on the watch. User-friendly interface for configuration, since the clock to do it is not so simple and easy due to the small size of the screen.
From the pleasant surprises – backup all your settings, ie, zeroing the clock, you will automatically receive all the settings again, will not need to prodelyvat second time this job.
From what should I do first, is to make out the order of functions and they appear in the menu, it will be easier and faster to manage the clock. I will not describe all possible manager. It is necessary to choose a program that will be launched by double-clicking on the button. Here you can select the type of the main screen, then, what time will it be displayed, however, it can be done on the clock itself, but there is limited choice of only ten busiest hours.
Gear Fit 2: Interface hours – management and work with them
Raises his hand and the clock for 7 seconds include a screen on which the default display time, date and weather. Backlight time, you can change to a larger, then the battery consumption will be higher. Also you can select various dials or clock app icons or with a pedometer.
In the settings you can choose the font size for menu and for the messages – You can set up everything for themselves, their eyesight.
Leafing through the horizontal, you'll see a menu of items that can be sorted according to their discretion. I will describe the main features of hours.
Return to the previous menu by pressing the side button. Access to the setup menu and additional functions by repeatedly pressing the first one, and then the second side keys.
Music – music control, which is stored on your smartphone, a kind of remote control. As far as is necessary, I can not judge – pulls up only the files that sees regular player.
Alert – the most interesting feature. You can customize most of the notification, but the greatest interest in the SMS, and instant messengers when you displayed the message text (it can be hidden). View e-mail is possible, but there is also a lot of criticism, rather, it does not work than work. The main use – with messages, and there really is comfortable – sitting in the cinema, do not take the phone and lighting all around. Well, and so on.
The watch has a countdown timer, a stopwatch.
Of the additional programs can be noted Evernote, it is limited to working hours – can comfortably watch lists, mark them, but note much cut and can not be seen. Do not rely on additional software, there are almost none for this bracelet, but they are not particularly necessary, as the experience of the owners Gear Fit, it lacks functionality out of the box.
During a call, you can beat them with the clock and send SMS-templates, it is convenient. Talk to these hours in the absence of the microphone can not be in them.
Gear Fit 2: Briefly about exercise – walking and running
You can set up your profile on the clock, indicating the date of birth, weight, height and age. And you can synchronize them with the S Health, where the data is already there. Samsung Gear Fit 2 uses S Health without some meaningless, since in this cloud service has the ability to synchronize data with various third-party programs that are often used for jogging.
During a workout, the bracelet automatically detects what you're doing. But it is also possible to choose different types of menu workout. Because there was a new opportunity to compete, for example, you can choose a family member or friend, and send them a request to have their data has been visible to you. In the end, winning is the one who will take a greater distance or more floors. A good feature that many will drive to compete.
During exercise there is no possibility to set limit values for heart rate, they are calculated on the basis of your previous workouts, and when this value is reached the clock shows it on the screen. While running to see the distance, it is necessary to raise his hand (and again the same delay). Screens in the application of training is not customizable, so you can see the distance, then the tempo, then other indicators. Scrolling the screens on the run is not very interesting, it is considered that the data you're looking at rest. When connecting a headset data can be read out to you, if you have a smartphone (but then lost the meaning in the clock itself, because have to carry with them even the phone).
Visibility in the sun screen average, and while jogging on a sunny day to watch the outcome will be difficult, it is a minus interface. As a result of the training you will see on the bracelet is not only quantitative parameters (distance, elevation, calories and so on), but also with the route map. No separate navigation is not only a card that displays the results of your workout.
Price Gear Fit 2 is 12 990 rubles (200 euros in Europe), which is identical to the price of the previous model. In my view, select the first Gear Fit at prices equal is not necessary, the second was much more successful, here and automatic determination of training, and the best security standard, convenient strap and charging. Availability of GPS allows you to more accurately measure your workouts in the air (jogging, walking, biking), that will suit many fans of these types of loads. No need to carry a phone is not enough bracelet. And you can connect a wireless headset to listen to music, and the phone will stay at home, then it is automatically uploaded to the data about your workout.
The same design, so that consumers like, very advanced features that are unique among competitors or worse realized. In short, get a good sport device that is worth a closer look.


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Just the other week, Schwarzkopf sent me to VAMFF to scout out trends for Autumn/Winter '16 and get some serious fashion inspiration.
This year VAMFF moved from its usual dockland's site and spent its 20 year anniversary at the grounds of Melbourne Museum and the Royal Exhibition Building. The atmosphere of VAMFF this year was bustling, with heaps of photo taking, people watching and major oohing and ahhing.
Some of the activities at the festival plaza included the Priceline Beauty School, which was busy all day and night with festival goers getting make overs, while learning and updating their hair and beauty knowledge with industry experts. The runway bar was an endless buzz of chatter, BNKR and Samsung pop-ups at everyone's disposal to take the perfect selfie and a Diesel world interactive exhibition showcasing its history and success throughout the years.


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I decided it was time to add just a touch of fall in this post, using some fabrics and pillows that I already had.
Not too bad, but I really needed a touch of the aqua on the dining table.
So, in this post I played around with all the scraps of fabric that I had left and thought maybe this would work for a table runner.
It's finally done. This only took about an hour since I already had all the pieces cut, just had to get my act in gear and get it done.
Nice to have this little job done. I am enjoying the aqua instead of the yellows and oranges, a great fun change for me.
Have you tried a new color scheme lately?
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Fire starts around electric pole on Highway 40
A small fire ignited and quickly was suppressed Friday afternoon on the side of U.S. Highway 40 about a mile west of Craig.
The blaze formed on and around an electric pole on the south side of the highway, but its cause was unknown on the scene.
"We're not sure if it was from the transformer (on the pole), but it appears that could have been the cause," said Craig Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Troy Hampton. "We'll have to wait on Yampa Valley (Electric Association) to determine that."
By the time fire crews arrived shortly after 4:30 Friday, the fire was almost completely suppressed. Hampton said another party had aided in extinguishing the flames.
"When we got here it was off the pole, and just some small flames on the ground," Hampton said. "Some passer-by had stopped and put it out on the pole."
The flames were about 20 feet from the highway on the south side but did not get to the point of threatening any structures in the area, which all were on the north side of the road.
"If they could have jumped the highway, then maybe it would have been a problem," Hampton said. "But with the highway being a pretty big break, that was unlikely."
Nate Waggenspack can be reached at 970-875-1795 or email@example.com


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Insanely bright colours, hand cut leather and delicious geometry? Oh and some tassels? Welcome to the wildy imaginative jewellery of Boo and Boo Factory. Given the amazing compositions and inventive angles, it makes sense that an architecture masters student is behind the line. Christina Anton creates many different kinds of jewellery in her Los Angeles studio using leather, felt, feathers and a variety of other materials but I find myself particularly in love with her necklaces. True pieces of colour saturated handmade art. Wear one of these vibrant pieces to a party and you are automatically the most awesome person in the room!
(photographs via boo and boo factory)
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There's been a multitude of articles discussing owners and journalists getting less than EPA mpg with the Ford C-Max. I first wrote about this almost one month ago. The controversy escalated to the mainstream news media when ConsumerReports published their news article on December 7th, "Tests show Ford Fusion, C-Max hybrids don't live up to 47-mpg claims.". It was interesting to me that the Prius C and Prius also fell short of the EPA tests according to ConsumerReports.org. Thursday, ConsumerReports published a second article, "Why do Ford's new hybrids ace the EPA fuel economy tests?" You'd think the two publications were incompatible. The way these articles were blindly regurgitated by the media was irresponsible. Last week, Ford C-Max didn't live up to the "47-mpg claim" and now this week it's "Ford's new hybrids ace the EPA fuel economy tests". The answer is obvious. Ford didn't claim what ConsumerReports "claimed" they did in the first article title. Ford only said what the mpg on the EPA test was. That was their claim. I decided I needed to do a little more research on the topic to add to my earlier discussion.
The photo above is a dynamometer, often shortened to dyno. To perform the EPA test, the C-Max is positioned over the dyno. The dyno is used for repeatability of the laboratory test. It isn't the real world. The EPA doesn't often perform the test. The manufacturer does. The EPA only checks some vehicles. As I understand it, they checked the C-Max Energi but not the Ford C-Max or Fusion Hybrid. The EPA doesn't have the equipment, budget or manpower to test all variations of all vehicles sold in the U.S.
Before going further, please read this quote from an Edmunds article on the EPA MPG test, "… for the most part, the fuel-economy gap exists for a … mundane reason: Real people drive real cars in the real world. There are so many variables that the idea of an absolutely accurate rating of average mpg is laughable. But to new-car buyers, it often feels as if the joke is on them."
I haven't been able to locate a detailed description of the EPA tests. However, the table and associated graphs at the Dept. of Energy site on the EPA MPG test is useful. There are city, highway, high speed, AC and Cold Temp tests. The average speed on the high speed test is 48.4 mph. The highway test is 48.3. The other three tests have an average speed of just 21.2 mph. Now, does that sound like the way you drive?
An Edmunds article states calm drivers get up to 35 percent better fuel economy. The region the vehicle is operated in can affect fuel economy by 12 percent. The EPA test uses 100 percent gasoline but gasoline contains about 8 percent ethanol which accounts for a 2 percent decrease in fuel economy. Do you carry passengers? The EPA tests do not account for people or cargo in the vehicle. A Ford article states each 100 lbs in weight can affect fuel economy by up to 4 percent.
Now, many journalists have suggested Ford rigged the test. But did they? There is no evidence for this as far as I've been able to tell. Recall that the ConsumerReports.org MPG tests produce much lower MPG for the Prius C and Prius Liftback. Here's a quote from GreenCarReports on the EPA test and hybrids, "During the last decade, the test cycles were so unaggressive that hybrids spent far more time in electric mode on the tests than in the real world, producing wildly high ratings that few owners came anywhere close to. Public complaints finally forced the EPA to revise its adjustment factors in late 2007, lowering hybrid fuel economy to levels closer to what owners actually achieved."
I'm not defending Ford. It may well be that it will be harder to reach the high forty MPG numbers with a C-Max in the real world than with a Prius. It may be that it is easier to achieve MPG approaching or exceeding fifty with a Prius. I just think there's been an overabundance of misleading articles that were poorly researched on the subject. Daniel Gray of MPGOMatic has been testing the C-Max Hybrid lately. He's listed nineteen real-world driving segments with details for the C-Max. He's also posted a video for the C-Max.
I decided to append to this article what I've read about how to achieve high MPG with the C-Max. Ford has included the "EcoGuide Lush Vine" and "Brake Coach" to help train drivers to get better mileage. "EV+", which needs to learn GPS data, could take awhile to get GPS data acquired before it improves mileage (it can also be turned off by the user). "EcoCruise" (which can be switched off) is also important to get better mileage. According to John Davis, Ford's Chief Engineer for the C-Max, once the vehicle is broken in it will achieve 1 to 2 percent better fuel efficiency too. Now for the suggestions on changing driving behavior.
Do not drive aggressively. This includes accelerating rapidly from a stop, braking hard at the last possible second, and weaving to change lanes to get around other cars. Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by 5 to 33 percent. Anticipate traffic conditions, curving roads, and traffic lights to minimize braking. Let up on the gas pedal early to minimize braking.
Slow down to the speed limit. Speeding can affect fuel economy by 7 to 25 percent. MPG decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph. Reducing your speed from 65 to 55 mph can improve your fuel economy by 10 to 15 percent. Reducing your speed from 70 to 55 mph can improve your fuel economy by 25 percent.
Remove excess weight. Excess weight can reduce mpg by 1-4 percent per 100 pounds. It affects the C-Max more than large vehicles.
Use cruise control. Maintaining a constant speed will save gas in most instances. When driving with cruise control, it is easier to control the maximum speed too. The C-Max will display the mpg while driving. To maximize fuel efficiency, set the cruise control speed within the legal speed limit to maximize the mpg on the display.
Use the air conditioner only when needed. Using the AC reduces fuel economy by up to 15 percent. In a city, roll down windows and turn the AC off. Driving above 50 mph with the windows down will increase drag and decrease fuel efficiency more than using the AC. When using AC, the recirculation setting reduces the air that must be chilled from outside the car. Using just the fan to circulate unchilled air is more efficient than using the AC.
Start driving when the engine starts. Modern engines do not need to warm up. The car warms up faster when the car is running. However, the engine is most efficient when warm. Combine trips when possible to avoid infrequent short trips starting with a cold engine.
There are other tips in the C-Max Manual on Page 246. Now, as Daniel Gray of MPGOMatic.com said in a video, "Get your foot off the gas and let gravity do it's work."
[This is not correct. It was removed on December 29th from the main body of the blog. "The EPA MPG test isn't affected by aerodynamics at all. This is important. According to Ford, up to 50 percent of the energy required to operate most vehicles is spent overcoming wind resistance."]


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1996 Mercedes Benz G300 Turbo Diesel Gwagen G500 G-class NO RESERVE!!
Price: - Item location: Oxnard, California, United States
- Condition: Used
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: G-Class
- Type: SUV
- Trim: G300 TD
- Year: 1980
- Mileage: 111,201
- Color: Silver
- Engine size: 6 cyl turbo diesel
- Number of cylinders: 6
- Power options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
- Fuel: Diesel
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: 4WD
- Interior color: Black
- Safety options: Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
- Options: 4-Wheel Drive, Leather Seats, Sunroof
- Vehicle Title: Clear Want to buy? Contact seller!
1980 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G300 TD(I was unable to list a VIN on a 1996 using theoriginal VIN so I had to list it as a 1980. I have all the paperwork to prove it IS a 1996.)
For Sale 1996 Mercedes Benz W463 Chassis Diesel 4x4. OM606 Turbo Diesel motor. Was originally imported through G&K Auto in Santa Ana, CA in 2003 with 66204 mi. Truck was purchased in 2012 with 101k miles. Celebrity pedigree. Currently has 111k miles. Numerous repairs and accessories placed over the years.
2011 Catalytic converter rear door Ladder2012 new tires BFG all road 285/75/16, change front grille, powder coat wheels and running boards2013 New alternator,new radiator,new intake fuel pump and lift pump, remote and ignition tumbler, V belt, idler pulleys,EGR Valve,Cleaned waste gate,Exhaust manifold gasket
All 6 injectors, seals, return lines
Water valve behind cylinder head under intake manifold
Waste gate switchover valve 9 (vacuum)
MAP sensor
Transmission conductor plate
Rebuilt transmission valve body
All intake manifold gaskets, vacuum hoses/lines
Rear mounted Battery
Sunroof seal
Sunroof cable shroud
Fog lamp wiring
All front suspension components/links
Axle seals in front
Both front wheel bearings
a/c dryer with sensors2014 ECU repair of radial 5volt sensors that had a short. (Peter Remmington Auto-Tec)2015 rebuilt fuel injection pump and EGC (Diesel World, Santa Ana, CA)2016 change leaking hoses (Coastline Imports), glow plugs, relay for 60
It took 4 years to figure out the loss of power upon acceleration which was finally diagnosed and repaired in 2015. I took it to multiple mechanics and Benz dealers and specialists from all over the world to find the problem which was the EGC in the injection pump. Along the way almost every part in the fuel delivery system was changed.There still are a cosmetic details that still need to be addressed. The paint on metal is in good condition but the paint on fiberglass trim and front grille needs to be repainted. Front grille paint clear coat is beginning to develop an air bubble underneath. Car was in a minor fender bender from previous owner. Bumper needs to be repainted as well. Motor is very solid, AC is strong. I still have original front grille, and extra corner markers, and an extra injection pump from Russia. Headliner has stains from leaking sunroof seal which was fixed in 2013. BFG tires are at 85-90. Small areas of rust in the rear left corner near the bumper. If a sale is not finalized, may be listed in auto trader.


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Friday, December 16, 2011
Happy Saturday: Camouflage, Coffee and Christmas
I have been following a certain coffee related group on FaceBook that reminds me daily not to take my freedom to drink coffee, at will, for granted - Green Beans Coffee.
Green Beans Coffee Cafes are located on the bases where our troops are deployed. It is an amazing way for anyone to brighten the day of a soldier, sailor, airman, marine, or coast guardsman (ahem...person) who is stationed far from home.
Here is the gist of how the program works:
You log onto Green Beans Coffee <--- Handy link for your convenience.
You choose the amount you want to sponsor:
$2.00 - One Service Member
$6.00 - Three Troops
$10.00 - Five Troops
$60.00 - Thirty Troops
Or, any other amount you choose.
The program doesn't end with an anonymously purchased cup of Joe. The site has a developed a means for you to write a letter of encouragement to said Service Member(s) via email, which, when they pick up their well deserved cup of Joe, will be delivered with said cup of Joe.
As we busy ourselves with Christmas, here at home, we need to remember those who have chosen to wear the uniform of freedom.
When my grandfather, who also served as my dad, would talk about his years in the African and European Campaigns of WWII, he would say receiving a letter from home was the highlight of his day. It made all the difference in the world, and it didn't matter who the letter was from. It was the mere idea that someone back home took the time to remember he was in a foxhole somewhere, praying to live to see the next day.
We all have family members, past and present, like my grandfather. Fortunately, today we have technology that allows letters (and coffee) to be delivered in an instant.
I encourage you, if the spirit moves you to do so, take two minutes of your time to remember our men and women who are deployed around the world and buy A Cup of Joe for a Joe!
Nollaig Shona Dhuit one and all.
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What a week it was to be a follower of the law.
It started on Sunday with the discovery of the body of Annie Le, a smart, beautiful, young woman, a Yale University student, who would have been married that very day had she been alive and well. The story was a regional one at best—except nothing that begins in the tri-state region stays regional for long. Before the Monday Night Football games started, the Le Murder Mystery was a national story, propelled by tabloid coverage in New York City and Nancy Grace's cable vigilantes.
On Tuesday, Romell Broom, a convicted murderer in Ohio, spent two hours strapped to a gurney trying to help his executioners put him to death. When prison officials couldn't find a vein to deliver the lethal cocktail they gave up and rescheduled his execution for next week. If there is no intervening intervention by a judge or Gov. Ted Strickland, Broom will become someone even rarer than an executed convict—he'll become someone who got his last meal twice. No inmate ever scheduled for lethal injection has had to be "re-executed."On Wednesday, an appellate court in Texas with an atrocious history of disregarding due process rights ruled against another death row inmate, Charles Dean Hood, in a case that shocks the conscience. Hood's trial judge (a woman) and his prosecutor (a man) were or had been lovers, an obvious and vital conflict of interest that neither officer of the court happened to mention to anyone for 18 years, until Hood was on the brink of his own execution. The matter almost certainly will make its way to the United States Supreme Court.
By Thursday, it appeared that the Le case had been solved, at least to the satisfaction of New Haven, Connecticut authorities, who arrested Raymond Clark III and then leaked information to the media about their purported evidence against him. It also became clear on Thursday that the story about ACORN had become as much a legal tale as political theatre. The Congress passed dubious legislation—a seemingly unconstitutional bill of attainder—aimed at precluding federal funding for the organization. Who's complaining about legal activism now?
Distilled to its essence, the ACORN story is silly. Two yahoos pretending to be a pimp and a prostitute ran into two other yahoos, working in an ACORN office, who weren't smart enough to recognize the making of a scandal when it was staring them in the face. "Go to any office in America," one lawyer told me this past week, "and you'll find two people stupid enough to do what those [ACORN employees] did." Ah, America. Where law and sense—and sensibility—don't always match up.
Andrew Cohen is CBS News Chief Legal Analyst and Legal Editor. His CourtWatch columns and blog for CBS News can be found here. He also can be found on Twitter @cbsandrewcohen


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There are endless applications for 3D printing, but here in Tanzania, one big application is printing spare parts that would otherwise be difficult to find. Often parts need to be ordered in from abroad and the import process can take ages. And if it's just for a simple small part, it may not be worth the shipping cost.
Well, with 3D printing, we can print all types of parts and gadgets and widgets. One of our customers recently asked us to print a knob for his car. He had searched Dar es Salaam for a plastic knob for his air conditioner in his car, with no success. So, he looked online on Thingiverse, and managed to find the exact design he needed (thanks to designers all over the world who create and share their designs for free). He emailed it to us and we printed him two knobs so he could get his A/C back running. The prints took about 2 hours each and we printed them in some nice colours to spice up his ride 🙂
We believe these types of applications will help increase 3D printing in Tanzania. We save our customers time, money and the headache of searching for the right parts. And they get to customize their parts by printing in their favourite colours, or changing up the design a bit. We love this!!!


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After last week's QE3-fueled blast upward, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES:^DJI) started this week somberly. While the Dow was down about a quarter-percent as of 1:30 p.m. EDT, not all Dow stocks were down and out.
Energy behemoth Chevron (NYSE:CVX) is leading the list of Dow stocks charging higher, hitting a 52-week high as oil prices continue their march upward. The stock is up 0.8% to $118.11 per share. Prices for a barrel of crude are above $100, running near four-month highs. The Federal Reserve announced plans last week to undertake another round of quantitative easing in hopes of spurring the U.S. economy. With hopes of economic stimulus and continued turmoil in the Middle East, oil prices are on the up and up, and Chevron is reaping the rewards.
Drugmakers Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) and Merck (NYSE:MRK) are both up roughly 0.6% after giving up about 2% apiece late last week. Pfizer's Inlyta recently got the nod from the European Medicines Agency, so the drug can now be prescribed for advanced renal-cell carcinoma. Every approval counts in the world of pharmaceuticals.
Telecommunications giant AT&T (NYSE:T) is another Dow gainer today after reporting that the iPhone 5 broke sales records over the weekend with 2 million preorders in the first 24 hours of release. The company's stock is up about 0.7% to $37.51. Apple's newest smartphone is selling faster than the 4S, and the company has warned that demand will likely exceed initial supply of the device.
Another Apple success?
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It happened to me last night.
I was woken at about 1:30am to write a blog for you and this is it.
I often get woken up in the middle of the night with a whisper in the depths of my mind. It's time to write. If I listen to that voice and write down what comes straight away, I wake up completely until I'm finished and then go straight back to sleep.
If I try to ignore it and pretend to be asleep, it gets more insistent and is like—wake up, wake up, wake up, until I write down the latest message.
Once I argued the point for months before finally writing down what needed to be written down. Now I keep a journal, a torch, and pens of various colours on the bed while I sleep.
It doesn't always happen at night. It can happen any time and does. At work, while driving, when I'm in the middle of a conversation. Any time really.
While I was working on Uriel's Gift I always had a back pack with me for my journal and pens—I'd get stressed if I didn't have it with me.
Sometimes I hear a voice as though a person were talking to me. Sometimes it's the feathery touch of a whisper in the depths of my soul. If I leave them without acknowledging them, the messages get stronger and stronger until I write them down.
If the messages come as a riddle or a vision they continue to demand my attention until I have worked out what they mean. That used to be really stressful but I've gotten used to it over time.
At times I have gone to sleep with a question and been woken up in the early hours with a vision that gives me the answer. Sometimes the meaning of a vision is immediately obvious, while at others it takes me some time to understand them.
Visions connect one to the other. Each vision expands and deepens the meanings I receive. Sometimes I receive an to answer new questions or I am given a new lesson.
This is how I live my life. This is how I approach the act of writing my visions. And this is how Uriel's Gift was written too.
At one time I asked, "Why is this happening to me?"
The answer I got was, "Because your in the right place."
I will write more about how I see and experience visions, but for now, you may like to read Above the Accident or My Relationship with my Spiritual Guide and Teacher – Jesus.


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Politics and Eschatology?….Strange Bedfellows indeed.
In my blog "Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign," https://eschatologyspeak.com/2015/06/19/sign-sign-everywhere-a-sign/ I gave some statistics showing the lateness of the hour prophetically. I listed things that would be going on in the End Times. Political upheaval is not on the list, but it could well be in the mix. Congressional gridlock, racial unrest, Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton for president. One candidate is full of corruption and lies. The other one is narcissistic and unstable. This is a disaster. Our country is deeply divided.
Many say that it doesn't matter about a candidate's position on God. We need to deal with more "Pertinent stuff" like climate change, $19 trillion national debt, a woman's right to choose, and national security. Most care little to nothing about one's faith or morality.
Y'know what? Even though He is very loving, patient and slow to anger, God is pisssed off! He is restraining Himself because He wants us to see the light, and change course. He is giving us plenty of time before He unleashes His righteous judgment and all hell breaks loose.
Sadly, so many of us humans see Him as irrelevant, intrusive, and/or non-existent. And that takes a toll. It paves the way for Spiritual Decline.
For instance, it's important to Him that unborn babies are allowed to live. You can't entirely blame Hillary for the fact that in 2014, the CDC reports that there were 926,200 legal abortions. A VAST number of them aren't performed to save the life and health of the mother, but as a method of birth control. It's just so wrong. In the Old Testament, they called it infanticide.
A mother's basic instinct is to protect her child. When she is responsible for their death, she is often scarred for life. I know many of these women personally. These women don't have to be thrown to the wolves at the mercy of Planned Parenthood. We can support the approximately 3500 Crisis Pregnancy Centers who provide material, economic and emotional support to women who chose life over death for their unborn babies.
Let me say up-front that God loves homosexuals and so do I. I've been lovingly called a "fag-hag" and that's okay with me. I believe that homosexuality is a sin, but no worse than any other in God's eyes even though society pays a high price. Those Jesus most strenuously condemned were the judgmental and the hypocrites. He called them a brood of vipers #YIKES!
And then there's same sex marriage. Even though it's cute to say Adam and Steve, God made a man and a woman to become husband and wife. And He sanctified it that way.
verb: sanctifying; 3rd person present: sanctifies; past tense: sanctified; past participle: sanctified; gerund or present participle.
- set apart as or declare holy; consecrate; legitimize; endorse, or permit.
God made it one way, but we decided that we knew a better way. We decided to endorse Gay Marriage.
Next we decided to choose for ourselves whether we are male or female. That's the progression. And it's at break-neck speed. A year or two ago, Kaitlyn Jenner would not have been a hero.
And then there's pornography. This year alone billions of dollars were spent in the U.S. More was spent on it than Apple, Yahoo, Microsoft, and Amazon combined. Now that's BIG BUSINESS by any standard!
Does God say that He will bless those who:
Use sustainable energy?
Make good trade deals?
Support gay marriage?
Build walls of protection?
Provide subsidies to the poor?
Not in my Bible.
It looked like God was finished with the Jews for about 2000 years. They were dispersed throughout the world. They were gathered and burned in gas chambers. But somehow they survived. Sweet
Anti-Semitism is on the rise again. The next chapter may be written during our lifetime. The Palestinians, Israel's surrounding neighbors, and ISIS will only temporarily be their undoing. I know this because I've read the End of the Book.
God says the following about the Jews: "I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you." (Genesis 12:3)
Things are falling into place at warp speed. It could well be time for judgment on the earth. Has the train left the station, or is there still time to make things right between us and God?
Good question.


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Biomarker Blood Test Shows Cancer Recurrence Months Before CT Scans
"Results from a prospective clinical trial showed that a blood test looking at specific biomarkers was able to detect recurrences of lung cancer an average of six months before conventional imaging methods found evidence of recurrence. In the largest prospective clinical trial to date of circulating tumor cells (CTC) as biomarkers for locally advanced lung cancer, the findings indicate that blood tests potentially can be used in conjunction with CT and PET/CT scans to guide personalized treatment planning for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The study will be presented today at the 2017 Multidisciplinary Thoracic Cancers Symposium."
If you're wondering whether this story applies to your own cancer case or a loved one's, we invite you to use our ASK Cancer Commons service.


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One of our trips next month (that I will talk about tomorrow) is part of the inspiration for our summer theme. I am so excited for the boys to learn about the ocean and then get some hands-on experience.
When I pick a theme to work on I always do two things. First, I get on our libraries website and reserve every book in Spanish that they have on the subject. Second, I search my favorite learning websites for activities about our topic. Below are some of the links to printables that we plan on doing over the next couple of months. I also have a ton of crafts and other fun activities planned that I hope to share.
Ocean Math
1. Numbers 1-10
Spanish Letters
1. B de Ballena
2. D de Delfin
3. T de Tiburon
Coloring Pages
1. Orca
2. Manatí
3. Sea Turtle
4. Lobster
5. Hermit Crab
6. Pirates


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Canada has been in every talk since they have accepted the validity of same-sex relationship as equal with the traditional family union. If the same-sex couple is married to each other under the law and they are continuing the relationship for one year or longer then they are eligible for the sponsorship and can apply for the visa. So that brings us to question that is Immigration on same-sex marriage basis to Canada possible? What are the rules?
Is Immigration on same-sex marriage basis to Canada possible? What are the rules
There are cases when the couples are not Canadian citizens or both are Canadians. In this situation, one of two can be qualified under the Canadian skilled category and the other one can be regarded as the dependent partner.
Canada allows Same Sex Marriage and hence allows Immigration on basis of same sex marriage too
Same-sex marriage is prohibited in many countries but in Canada, you can get married to your same-sex partner under the Canadian law or by appealing for the sponsorship. In Canada, the same-sex immigration process must be treated as equal to the conventional immigration process.
But often we have noticed that high level of scrutiny is applied to these types of procedures. Thus, the documents have to be authentic and cross checked. The immigration of the same sex couples includes the sponsorship program.


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Kent Huffman
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A resident of West Palm Beach since the year 1959, Attorney Kent Huffman has been practicing law for over a quarter century, which means he has the extensive experience that clients need to enjoy a positive resolution to their case or other legal matter. He is prepared to serve as an advisor and counselor for individuals, families and businesses alike, offering concise, easy-to-understand advice and actionable recommendations. He is a firm believer that many cases and other legal issues can be won long before you head to the courtroom. For this reason, he encourages his clients to contact him as soon as a legal issue comes to light.
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A Look at Attorney Kent Huffman's Career and Experience in the Legal Field
Attorney Kent Huffman has legal experience in many different areas, making him a well-rounded attorney who draws upon this experience to build a compelling defense case.
More than 30 years ago, Attorney Huffman started his career the young age of 26. Fresh out of law school, he started his lengthy career when he joined a small Palm Beach law firm. During his time with the firm as a legal associate, he dealt with an equal number of civil litigation cases and real estate transactions. He spent approximately four years with this law firm, before ultimately moving on to pursue another career opportunity.
His law career led him to a different Palm Beach law firm dealing in real estate law. The practice primarily focused on high-end residential and commercial real estate transactions. During his time with this firm, Attorney Kent Huffman represented numerous prominent investors, both domestic and foreign. He handled a variety of transactions, including real estate acquisitions, real estate developments and the marketing of residential and commercial properties. Additionally, Attorney Huffman handled real estate law litigation for his clients, on occasions when this approach was required.
After spending four years focusing on real estate law, Kent transitioned to the next phase of his career, opening his own law offices and expanding his practice to include civil litigation. Attorney Huffman began representing a diverse range of clients in need of legal advice, representation, and other legal services.
How Can Attorney Kent Huffman Help You?
Attorney Kent Huffman and the legal team at Hutchinson & Huffman, P.A. are available to assist clients who are dealing with a wide range of different issues, including:
- Defending you in court and developing a compelling, aggressive and highly strategic defense strategy to maximize your chances of seeing a positive case resolution.
- Negotiating your case in an attempt to secure a more favorable outcome.
These are a few of the many areas where Attorney Huffman and his legal team can assist.
Attorney Kent Huffman takes tremendous pride in his ability to maintain a large number of long-term clients, who routinely utilize his legal services on multiple occasions. He finds it extremely fulfilling to work with his clientele, with individuals returning year after year for all of their legal matters including business and real estate law. In fact, Kent is extremely proud to be working with the children and even the grandchildren of clients whom he assisted in the earlier portions of his career.
Utilizing a pragmatic and practical approach to the legal system, he considers himself a full-service attorney, serving as a "one-stop legal shop" of sorts for his clients.
If you require aggressive, strategic and results-oriented legal representation in a matter involving family law, real estate law, estate planning or a business-related legal matter, contact Attorney Kent Huffman with Hutchinson & Huffman, P.A. His law offices are located at 515 North Flagler Drive, Suite 401 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Palm Beach County clients can arrange a confidential, no-cost case evaluation by calling (561) 838-9793.


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Mao Zedong (Tse-Tsung) a revolutionary and political theorist, also one of the Top 100 most influential people in the world, coined the term "Political Correctness" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Political_correctness . As defined by any student's trusty but underground source; Wikipedia, this term refers to language which attempts to minimize social offense. Okay, now that doesn't sound like a bad idea in theory. We most certainly should be aware of our body language, behaviour and language in order to promote peaceful social organisation. The problem, however, with this grand idea is that "political correctness" has become merely a euphemism for censorship, sanctioning and social suppression of the individual http://ourcivilisation.com/pc.htm . In a world where the term "hermaphrodite" is smothered with "political correctness" thus becoming "intersexual" or a even the term "maid" is transformed to "domestic technician", one must question whether we might be taking it a little far. As a learner, not a student of course, entering into a discourse about Journalism, not a "lesson" by the way, with educators (God forbid I call them "teachers" or "lecturers" – that is far too taboo) I am constantly struck by this odd endeavour towards total "objectivity" and "political correctness". I thought we were here to form opinions, to have them challenged and shattered, to rebuild more informed opinions regardless how biased or inappropriate. Isn't that the point of higher education? Quite frankly, if someone were to refer to me as a "womyn", "female human", or as a "gender specified human organism of lighter complexion"; I would sum up every ounce of "political correctness" within me, and tell them to piss off.
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UK: Commonwealth Scholarship for Masters and PhD (Fully-Funded) for Developing Countries. 2017/2018
Brief description: Application is now open for the CSC Commonwealth Scholarships for Masters and PhD students from developing Commonwealth countries to study in UK, funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID).
Application Deadline: 15th November, 2016
Offered annually? Yes
Subject Areas: All subject areas are eligible, although the CSC's selection criteria give priority to applications that demonstrate strong relevance to development.
Levels of study: Masters and PhD
About Scholarship: Each year, Commonwealth Scholarships for Master's and PhD study in the UK are offered for citizens of developing Commonwealth countries. These scholarships are funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), with the aim of contributing to the UK's international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK higher education, and sustaining the principles of the Commonwealth.
Scholarship Offered Since: 1959
Scholarship Type: Masters (one-year courses only) and PhD Scholarship
Who is qualified to apply?
To apply for these scholarships, you must:
- Be a Commonwealth citizen, refugee, or British protected person
- Be permanently resident in a developing Commonwealth country
- Be available to start your academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year in September/October 2016
- By October 2017, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master's degree)
The CSC promotes equal opportunity, gender equity, and cultural exchange. Applications are encouraged from a diverse range of candidates.
Selection Criteria
Applications are considered according to the following selection criteria:
- Academic merit of the candidate
- Quality of the proposal
- Potential impact of the work on the development of the candidate's home country
Selection process
Each year, the CSC invites selected nominating bodies to submit a specific number of nominations. The deadline for nominating bodies to submit nominations to the CSC is 13 December 2016.
The CSC invites around three times more nominations than scholarships available – therefore, nominated candidates are not guaranteed to be awarded a scholarship. There are no quotas for scholarships for any individual country. Candidates nominated by national nominating agencies are in competition with those nominated by other nominating bodies, and the same standards will be applied to applications made through either channel.
Number of Scholarships: Approximately 300 scholarships are awarded each year. The CSC invites around three times more nominations than scholarships available – therefore, nominated candidates are not guaranteed to get a scholarship. There are no quotas for scholarships for any individual country. Candidates nominated by national nominating agencies are in competition with those nominated by universities/university bodies, and the same standards will be applied to applications made through either channel.
Duration of Scholarships: 12 months for Masters and up to 36 months for PhD
Eligible Countries: Developing commonwealth countries
Value of Scholarships: Each scholarship provides:
- Approved airfare from your home country to the UK and return at the end of your award (the CSC will not reimburse the cost of fares for dependants, nor usually the cost of journeys made before your award is finally confirmed)
- Approved tuition and examination fees
- Stipend (living allowance) at the rate of £1,043 per month, or £1,279 per month for those at universities in the London metropolitan area (rates quoted at 2016-2017 levels)
- Thesis grant towards the cost of preparing a thesis or dissertation, where applicable
- Warm clothing allowance, where applicable
- Study travel grant towards the costs of study-related travel within the UK or overseas
- For PhD Scholars, fieldwork grant towards the cost of fieldwork undertaken overseas (usually the cost of one economy class return airfare to your fieldwork location), where approved
- For PhD Scholars, paid mid-term visit (airfare) to your home country (unless you have claimed (or intend to claim) spouse and/or child allowances during your scholarship, or have received a return airfare to your home country for fieldwork)
- If your scholarship is at least 18 months long, the following family allowances:
- Spouse allowance of £224 per month if you and your spouse are living together at the same address in the UK (unless your spouse is also in receipt of a scholarship; other conditions also apply)
- Child allowance of £224 per month for the first child, and £110 per month for the second and third child under the age of 16, if you are accompanied by your spouse and children and they are living with you at the same address in the UK
- If you are widowed, divorced, or a single parent (irrespective of the length of your scholarship), child allowance of £448 per month for the first child, and £110 per month for the second and third child under the age of 16, if you are accompanied by your children and they are living with you at the same address in the UK The CSC's family allowances are intended to be only a contribution towards the cost of maintaining your family in the UK. The true costs are likely to be considerably higher, and you must be able to supplement these allowances in order to support any family members who come to the UK with you.
To be taken at: UK Universities
How to Apply
You must apply to one of the following nominating bodies in the first instance – the CSC does not accept direct applications for these scholarships:
- National nominating agencies – this is the main route of application. See link below
- Selected universities/university bodies, which can nominate their own academic staff. See link below
- Selected non-governmental organisations and charitable bodies
All applications must be made through your nominating body in your home country. Each nominating body is responsible for its own selection process. You must check with your nominating body for their specific advice and rules for applying, their own eligibility criteria, and their own closing date for applications. The CSC does not impose any age limit on applicants, but nominating bodies may do so in line with their own priorities.
You must make an application using the CSC's Electronic Application System (EAS), in addition to any other application form that you are required to complete by your nominating body.
Your application must be submitted to and endorsed by one of the approved nominating bodies listed above. The CSC will not accept any applications that are not submitted via the EAS to a nominating body in your home country.
You are advised to complete and submit your application as soon as possible, as the EAS will be very busy in the days leading up to the application deadline.
You must provide the following supporting documentation to be received by the CSC by 6 January 2017 in order for your application to be eligible for consideration:
- References from at least two individuals
- Transcripts
- For PhD candidates only, supporting statement from a proposed supervisor in the UK from at least one of the institutions named on your application form
Visit Scholarship webpage for details. Read carefully for guidance.
Sponsors: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) and UK Department for International Development (DFID).
Important Notes: You should apply to study at a UK university with which the CSC has a part funding agreement. Click here for a list of UK universities which have part funding agreements with the CSC


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And last but not least, a photo series of the lovely Bola-bola Guest House that we stayed in Kyoto, to end the Kyoto part of the trip. It was such a quaint, lovely place to stay in.
They have these colorful bicycles for rent if you'd prefer to cycle around than taking public transportation.
The post is not complete without the guest house owner's super cute doggie! She is such a friendly pup! She keeps doing this stretching pose, kind of like how a cat stretches. My friend kept insisting she is 'bowing' to people, but it still looks like she's stretching her legs to me. (maybe I'm around cats way too much)


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Nearly two whole years ago now, the Gree sauntered onto Ilum with the Gray Secant and with them came a fervent scurrying for the brand-new "Reputation system" that also covered areas such as Section X.
Today, I finally managed to hit Legend Rank with the Gree. Whilst I was playing the game a good deal back when they first came - this pales to my play-time nowadays, though, due to difference in available time - I just didn't get into the Gree at all. I think it was the fact that there were two PvP-flag-compulsory missions and back then, I had a Vanguard Tank and Tanks in general always had a sharp stick in their Shield Generators in PvP before 2.0 hit.
I can't remember which visitation of the Gree's it was that caused me to finally pull my finger out and start gaining Reputation - I think it was their third; whichever it was, I was "Friend" by the time that the most recent one hit and saved up enough across three characters to get to Legend.
So that means that I can finally undergo on that Junior Research Project and gain an honorary deGree in species analysis.


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Christopher Gilliam Director of Choral Activities
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As Director of Choral Activities at Davidson College, I conduct the premier choir on campus, the Davidson College Chorale, Davidson Singers, and Choral Arts Society Davidson and I oversee the student-led choral initiatives Collegium Musicum (early music) and After Hours Vocal Jazz. I also teach private voice at Davidson, and I serve as the artistic director for the annual Holiday Gala. Professionally I am the artistic director and conductor for Lake Norman Choral Artists,and I am the director of the Winston-Salem Symphony Chorale.
I received a Ph.D of musical arts from the University of Kansas where I studied choral conducting with professor Simon Carrington (King's Singers, Professor Emeritus, Yale University), instrumental conducting with the late Brian Priestman, and voice with John Stephens, Ph.D. I have also enjoyed the privilege of mentorship by Hilary Apfelstadt, Ph.D. (The Ohio State University, University of Toronto). Prior to my arrival at Davidson, I was associate director of choral activities and associate professor of voice at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
Choirs under my direction have sung at state American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) conventions and functions, and my voice students have won state and regional awards from the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS). Former voice and conducting students of mine are currently active music educators on the high school and collegiate levels and singing professionally for regional and prestigious opera houses and symphonies.
I have enjoyed a great deal of travel nationally and internationally, serving as guest conductor, clinician, and/or singer in several states and abroad: Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain and Switzerland.
As an actor and soloist, I have performed in hundreds of opera, oratorio, musical theatre and straight theater performances. Most recently, I was the baritone soloist for the Memphis Symphony in their performance of Brett William Dietz's Headcase. For five years I was a founding member and soloist for the Simon Carrington Chamber Singers, a professional choral ensemble based in Kansas City, MO, and I can be heard as a soloist on the ensemble's CD, Juxtapositions. Of my solo performances, critics have written, "magnificent," "a well-modulated voice with a pleasant timbre," "...commanding baritone," and "...marvelous, with strikingly rich tone and impeccable diction." For two summers I had the privilege of singing under the baton of Dale Warland at the Minnesota Beethoven Festival.
As a choral composer, I have published music with Alliance Music, Beckenhorst Press and Lorenz. In 2014 the Davidson College Chorale premiered my original piece, "Art is Universal" based on a text by James Jackson Jarves (1818-88), for the Jaume Plensa "Waves III" dedication on the Davidson College campus.
The choirs at Davidson are active on campus and in the community, as well as nationally and internationally. The Chorale regularly tours the eastern coast of the United States. Recent tours have been to Atlanta, Birmingham, Charleston, S.C., Key West, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Savannah, and Washington, D.C. In January 2017, the Chorale will embark on their first west coast tour to Southern California (San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco), where they will be featured singing the National Anthem for a Golden State Warriors home game in Oracle Arena. Internationally the Chorale has toured to Vienna, Prague, Salzburg and Ireland.
To learn more about me, Davidson College Choirs, Lake Norman Choral Artists, or to hear recordings, please visit the websites below.
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Raoul Walsh's 52-year directorial career made him a Hollywood legend. Walsh was also an actor: He appeared in the first version of W. Somerset Maugham's "Rain" renamed Sadie Thompson (1928) opposite Gloria Swanson in the title role. He would have played the Cisco Kid in his own film In Old Arizona (1928) if an errant jackrabbit hadn't cost him his right eye by leaping through the windshield of his automobile. Warner Baxter filled the role and won an Oscar. Before John Ford and Nicholas Ray, it was Raoul Walsh who made the eye-patch almost as synonymous with a Hollywood director as Cecil B. DeMille's jodhpurs.
He interned with the best, serving as assistant director and editor on D.W. Griffith's racist masterpiece, The Clansman, better known as The Birth of a Nation (1915), a blockbuster that may have been the highest-grossing film of all time if accurate box office records had been kept before the sound era. He pulled triple duty on that picture, playing John Wilkes Booth, the man who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theater and ranked as the most notorious American actor of all time until Pee Wee Herman (Paul Reubens).
The year before The Clansman, Walsh was second unit director on The Life of General Villa (1914), also playing the Mexican revolutionary Pancho Villa as a young man. Walsh got his start in the business as co-director of another Pancho Villa flick, The Life of General Villa (1914), in 1912. The movie featured footage shot of an actually battle between Villa's forces and Mexican federal troops.
In 1915, in addition to helping out the great Griffith, Walsh directed no less than 14 films, including his first feature-length film, Regeneration (1915), which he also wrote. The movie starred silent cinema superstar Anna Q. Nilsson as a society woman turned social worker who aids the regeneration of a Bowery gang leader. It was a melodrama, but an effective one. In his autobiography, Walsh credited D.W. Griffith with teaching him about the art of filmmaking and about production management techniques. The film is memorable for its shots of New York City, where Walsh had been born 28 years earlier on March 11, 1887.
Raoul Walsh would continue to be a top director for 40 years and would not hang up his director's megaphone (if he still had one at that late in the game) until 1964. As a writer, his last script was made in 1970, meaning his career as a whole spanned seven decades and 58 years.
He introduced the world to John Wayne in The Big Trail (1930) in 70mm wide-screen in 1930. It would take nine more years and John Ford to make the Duke a star. In one three-year period at Warner Bros., he directed Schaduwen uit het verleden (1939), Duistere wegen (1940), High Sierra (1941), Oh, dat rossige blondje (1941), Manpower (1941), They Died with Their Boots On (1941), and Gentleman Jim (1942), among other films in that time frame. He helped consolidate the stardom of Humphrey Bogart and Errol Flynn while directing the great James Cagney in one of his more delightful films, Oh, dat rossige blondje (1941). This was the same director that would elicit Cagney's most searing performance since The Public Enemy (1931) in the crime classic White Heat (1949).
Novelist Norman Mailer says that Walsh was dragged off of his death bed to direct the underrated film adaptation of Mailer's The Naked and the Dead (1958). The movie is as masculine and unsentimental as the book, an exceedingly harsh look at the power relations between men at war on the same side that includes the attempted murder of prisoners of war and the "fragging" of officers (Sergeant Croft allows his lieutenant to walk into an ambush). Walsh was at his best when directing men in war or action pictures.
Raoul Walsh seemingly recovered from Mailer's phantasmagorical death bed, as he lived another 22 years after The Naked and the Dead (1958). He died on December 31, 1980, in Simi Valley, California, at the age of 93.


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Kent District Library and Schuler Books & Music announce the Sixth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest, which drew nearly 600 Michigan writers last year.
Writers of all ages are encouraged to enter, with separate categories for youth, teens and adults. Returning this year is an all-ages category for Spanish entries. Winning entries will be published and receive cash prizes.
"Write Michigan is a wonderful opportunity for authors of all ages to get published and win cash prizes," said KDL Director of Innovation and User Experience Michelle Boisvenue-Fox. "We continue to be amazed at the caliber of writers we have enter this exciting competition and are honored to be a vehicle in showcasing Michigan talent. Writers won't want to miss this chance to share their talent in such a big way!"
Stories can be submitted at www.writemichigan.org through Thursday, Nov. 30. Details include a 3,000-word maximum length; $10 entry fee for ages 18 and above, free for 17 and under; current Michigan residents only; all entries must be submitted online.
Winners are chosen by public vote for the Readers' Choice award and by a panel of judges for the Judges' Choice award. Voters and judges choose winners from the top ten semi-finalists. The top honor in each category receives a $250 cash prize and a Judges' Choice runner-up in each category will receive a $100 prize. Winning entries will also be published by Chapbook Press.
Winners will be honored during an awards ceremony in March.
For more information on the event, visit www.writemichigan.org.