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NAPLES, Fla. (AP) – U.S. Women's Open champion Na Yeon Choi won the Titleholders on Sunday to turn a great season into her best one yet.
Locked in a battle with So Yeon Ryu along the back nine, Choi pulled away with a wedge that had to hit a tiny spot on an elevated green with three tiers. It came off perfectly, spun to 3 feet for birdie and Choi took it from there. She closed with two pars for a 2-under 70 and a two-shot victory.
The 25-year-old from South Korea won for the second time this year, and she captured the two biggest paychecks on the LPGA Tour. She won $500,000 at the Titleholders, pushing her season earnings to a career-best $1.9 million.
Ryu, honored this week as the LPGA Rookie of the Year, hit 3-wood into about 25 feet for a two-putt birdie on the 13th to tie for the lead. But on the next hole, she didn't account for the wind making her 30-foot birdie putt faster than it looked. The putt went some 6 feet by the hole, and a three-putt bogey cost her a share of the lead. She never caught up.
Brittany Lincicome also closed with a 70 at The TwinEagles Club for finish alone in third. Karrie Webb had a 69 to finish another shot behind.
Inbee Park was never in the hunt, though she still felt plenty of pressure in the final LPGA Tour event of the year. She needed to make sure she didn't stumble in the final round to capture the Vare Trophy for the lowest scoring average, and she handled that with ease. Park had a 70, while Stacy Lewis had a 74.
Lewis is the first American since 1994 to be LPGA Player of the Year. Park took the Vare Trophy and money title, the only woman to earn more than $2 million this year.
Sunday, however, belonged to Choi.
"I'm really happy with how I played this season,'' Choi said. "I won my first major and even this tournament is very big for me. I think I can have even bigger expectations now and think I deserve it.''
She is becoming known as "Big Apple'' because of her initials – NYC – and she sure knows how to pick the right fruit when it comes to prize money. Choi showed she had the mettle to win big events with her first major this summer at Blackwolf Run in the U.S. Women's Open, the biggest purse in women's golf. And she finished off the year with a solid putting stroke in the final round, and a delicate touch with a wedge on the reachable par-4 16th.
She wanted to go for the green, a risky play if she didn't pull it off. Her caddie, Jason Hamilton, suggested a 3-wood to the left side for the best angle into the green, and Choi took it from there. Ryu was on the right side of the fairway, and her pitch shot up two tiers didn't quite clear the last ridge and rolled off the green.
"My putting wasn't really great,'' Ryu said. "Na Yeon is a great player, and I'm just a rookie, just starting this season. It was quite tough. Na Yeon was great.''
It capped off another banner year for South Koreans. They won three of the four majors and finished 1-2 on the money list.
The timing couldn't have been better for Choi.
Her mother came over to help her buy a house in Orlando, and this was the first time she saw her daughter win outside South Korea. And with a $500,000 check, Choi smiled and said, "I think I can buy bigger than I thought.''
There were a few nervous moments early, particularly on the third hole, that put the tournament up for grabs.
Choi pulled her approach some 30 yards left of the green, surrounded by steep slopes. Her chip failed to reach the green, and she two-putted for double bogey. There was a four-way tie for the lead among Choi, Ryu, Lincicome and Ai Miyazato, with Webb only one shot out of the lead.
Moments later, Choi seized regained the lead with a 3-wood from 240 yards that landed some 20 yards short of the green and bounced onto the putting surface, rolled next to the flag and stopped just inside 10 feet away. She holed that for eagle and never trailed again.
Ryu took on a front bunker with a tee shot to 10 feet for birdie on the 12th, but Choi followed her with a 9-iron into 3 feet. Choi struggled with her irons, particularly wedges into the par 5s on the back nine, but she came up big with the toughest one of all.
"I was very nervous last night,'' Choi said. "I told people that leading the tournament, there's always extra pressure. Even on front nine, when I had the double bogey and tie for first place, I felt more comfortable than leading. Maybe that sounds a little weird. I like chasing somebody, and then I can play more aggressive.''
She was aggressive until she tapped in for par on the final hole for the win, the third time in four seasons that she has had at least two victories. It put a smile on her face as she heads to Orlando for some house-hunting.


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Happy Birthday, Palladium!
You are 30 years old. It doesn't seem possible, does it? Those 30 years flew by like a shot for me. The Mechanoid Invasion® (available in the collected trilogy as a PDF from DriveThruRPG.com) was your very first product. Weapons and Armor your second. Both caught the eye of gamers immediately. Though you have had your share of successful role-playing game releases (the Weapon Series, Palladium Fantasy RPG®, Heroes Unlimited, RECON®, Beyond the Supernatural, Ninjas & Superspies, etc.), the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles® RPG and Robotech® RPG were your first two "mega-hits." Man, those were exciting and challenging days. Remember shipping out 12,000-16,000 copies of a new sourcebook the first day of release? Those were the days.
Then came Rifts®. We spent three and a half years creating it, but all that hard work paid off, didn't it? Remember how nervous we were about its release? Kevin Long was the only one who didn't have a doubt Rifts® would be a smash hit. But even he didn't expect us to sell out our initial press run of 10,000 copies in three weeks, or that we'd sell 45,000 copies in the first year of release. That was pretty awesome. Now if only JB Films and Disney would make the darn Rifts® movie. I'd love to see a quality company like Bioware make a Rifts® videogame or MMO too. Wouldn't that be something? Heck, I think it's pretty cool that companies like those have shown an interest in Palladium's intellectual properties.
My, my, Palladium Books. Thirty years old and you've touched so many lives. Millions of people by my tally. Even knowing that, I'm always surprised by the number of people who have found Palladium to be a significant influence in their lives. From gamers and fathers to artist and writers, there seems to be an ocean of people whose lives have been touched by Palladium Books in a positive way. Makes me proud to be part of that. When I started the company I never dreamed we'd inspire and delight people in such a meaningful way. How great is that, eh?
Hmm, 30 years old. That is young if Palladium were a human being. Mature as a business. And in the volatile role-playing game business, Palladium is one of only two or three companies to survive 30 years at all, let alone under the same ownership. We had some great times, didn't we? Of course, not all those years were golden. The last decade has been rough, with its share of unpleasant surprises. I know I'm a little worse for the wear and a bit worn around the edges these days. But you know what, we both seem to have a spring in our step lately. And the ideas for new books, product lines and market areas . . . Wow. I wish I could snap my fingers and make them all a reality tomorrow.
Btw, I love the new website, though aren't you a little young for a facelift? I guess it's really more like a new suit of power armor than a surgical facelift. Whatever it is, you're looking pretty snazzy and getting ready for the next 30 years. I know most of the bugs have been worked out of the new website and think it's great that Palladium continues working on ways to reduce the load time and make other improvements and additions. I can hardly wait to see the video programs you're planning for YouTube and the website. I like what you're saying about things to come and you will turn some heads when you start kicking out all those new products.
Since you can't invite everyone over to celebrate the big Three-Oh, I think it's great you're going to Gen Con® Indy. I hear Palladium Books® will be Booth #1125 by the Gen Con Art Show and near Fantasy Flight. That should be fun. I hope a lot of gamers drop by Palladium to visit and celebrate. I know I'll be there, happy to chat and sign autographs the entire weekend (August 4-7, 2011).
The June Palladium Birthday Sales are another fun idea. I like that this weekend, and next, Palladium is offering seven batches of different sale items. And to make it a real celebration for your loyal gamers, Palladium has some amazing prices. Wow. I think it's appropriate to offer most items in product "batches" of three to represent 30 years of making role-playing games. Though that ONE special hardcover is pretty sweet too. Palladium, you know how to make things fun. I'll be sure to read all the details about the sales later in this Weekly Update.
I like the ideas you're kicking around to celebrate some more later in the year too. I know it's top secret, so I won't say anything else.
Those darn Online Sales. I know the uncertain economy and up and down online sales remain a concern for Palladium. Hang in there. The next two weeks of special Sale items to celebrate turning thirty will certainly give sales a boost. And when people see the new books coming out soon they'll flip out and buy like crazy. Trust me, I know it. Don't forget, you have the greatest fans on the planet, and they've got your back and love what's coming out.
Good to see Rifts® Free Quebec™ – BACK IN PRINT and available now. Free Quebec offers different types of Glitter Boys, Quebec weapons and gear, adventure ideas, maps, world information about Free Quebec, O.C.C.s and more. I remember working on this puppy. Good stuff.
I'm also glad to see Palladium working to get other books back in print, including Mutant Underground™ for Heroes Unlimited™, Rifts® Dimension Book™ 6: Three Galaxies™, Rifts® World Book 23: Xiticix Invasion™, Coalition Wars® (Siege On Tolkeen) Book One: Sedition™, Book Two: Coalition Overkill™, and Chaos Earth™ Sourcebook Two: Rise of Magic™.
Plus you've had these eight items brought back in print and ready to ship recently.
UPDATE: Rifts® Vampire Kingdoms™. Palladium, you always have me working on so many things at once, that I never have enough time to just sit down and write my heart out like I'd like to. Despite that, I've gotten a lot of writing done on Rifts® Vampire Kingdoms™ and it is coming along beautifully. Hmm, beautiful probably isn't a word I should use in context with the undead, but you know what I mean. I keep expanding on old ideas and adding new ones. I think probably 65% of Rifts® Vampire Kingdoms™ is finished at this point, and about 30% of Rifts® Vampires Sourcebook™. Writing has been going great and I plan to press on until it is done.
UPDATE: The Rifter® #55. Wayne and Alex are editing, I've assigned the artwork. It's another great issue. I wish we'd see more people contributing articles for future issues. The Rifter® is designed to publish "fan" created source material, so what are people waiting for? They need to send us their 8-25 page articles.
UPDATE: Rifts® World Book 32: Lemuria™. Editing and rewrites are underway. I've assigned more artwork. Palladium, you should have this book out by the end of July and in time for Gen Con.
QueenofGhouls.com – Kathy Simmons' life-size Halloween props never cease to amaze. They are so lifelike and fun. I know they look good in the photos, but they are even more impressive in person. If you are looking for a unique Halloween display, they are worth every penny.
Work progresses on Alex's house. The plumbing is in and outdoor work finished. The electrical is all roughed in, and furnace and duct work should be in by the end of the week. All that's left is replacing some windows, the interior painting, carpeting, and inspection by the city! They're getting close to completion. Alex is very pleased.
Speaking of birthdays, we'll be celebrating Kathy Simmons, Alex Marciniszyn and Thomas Bartold's birthdays Friday night. I'm looking forward to a little down time with these good friends and wonderful individuals.
That's it for now. Happy Birthday, Palladium Books. May the entire year be filled with one fast, new book release after another, and many successes. All of us look forward to going on adventures with you for years to come.
– Kevin Siembieda, Founder and Publisher
The warmest regards to all the gamer fathers out there. And there are MANY. All of us at Palladium Books® hope you have a wonderful day with your families.
Don't forget to call your own father and tell him how much he means to you. This is my first Father's Day without my Dad. It feels weird and a bit empty. I miss my Dad and wish he was here to give him a big hug and kiss. I am so thankful that we were close and that I have no regrets or words left unsaid. Still, even with the many fond memories, I miss Hank. Make sure you find the time to call or visit and send a card. It means so much to be remembered and feel loved and appreciated. While you're at it, let Mom know you love her too. ;)
I also want to applaud all the Gamer Dads and Moms introducing the joys of pen and paper role-playing games to their children. It is so cool for me to see our games handed down from one generation to the next. Have a wonderful weekend.
After the positive response from our Palladium Memorial Day Sale, we thought we'd close out the month of June with a pair of sales to celebrate Palladium Books® turning 30 years old.
This week's sale lasts five days only and ends Tuesday morning, June 21, 2011. Note: Next weekend's 30th Birthday Sale offers seven different batches of items for sale. That will be it for awhile with sales, so take advantage of them while you can. Spread the word.
Since 2011 is Palladium's 30th Anniversary/Birthday, most items are bundled in groups of three. The savings are mind blowing. This sale is a great way to add to your collection or buy gifts for birthdays, graduation, anniversaries and other occasions.
Please spread the word about this 5-day sale. After all, it's part of Palladium's birthday celebration and we want as many people as possible to be part of that. And don't forget to pick up those new books, T-shirts and back in print titles you've been meaning to buy. Game on!
You get three out of print, highly collectible editions of The Rifter®. On the collectors' market these issues can sell for as much as $30. Palladium sells them at conventions for $15.95 each.
You get three sets of Rifts® miniatures including Skelebots, Dog Boys and Men of Magic. Ideal for gaming, painting or display.
You get three uniquely Erick Wujcik items you will enjoy and cherish for years to come.
Get the signed and numbered limited Collector's Edition of the
Robotech® Shadow Chronicles® RPG at the lowest price ever offered. Makes a fantastic gift. Looks rich and classy. 224 pages, Cat. No. 5500 HC.
You get three gorgeous art books for almost the cost of just the first one in the list. What a deal. These books are as fun to look at as they are to read. Great for gifts.
You get the Dead Reign™ RPG, the Dead Reign™ Dark Places™ sourcebook and the Dead Reign™ Coffee Mug – everything you need to start your zombie apocalypse campaign!
You get the Gamer Coffee Mug, the mixed set of Palladium Greeting Cards (six different cards and envelopes), and the Rifts® Adventure Guide™.
If you like Glitter Boys, high technology and/or Canada, you want this book. It is another World Book jammed full of valuable characters, information and adventure ideas.
This is the ultimate guide to magic on Rifts Earth. All the magic spells, magic tattoos, Techno-Wizard items, magic weapons, equipment, body armor, restraints, parasites, symbiotes, magic items, Automatons, Iron Juggernauts, and more from Rifts® World Books 1-23, Sourcebooks 1-4, and Siege on Tolkeen 1-6, collected into one big reference. This is a great reference book. Kevin and all of us at Palladium use it and the Rifts® Game Master Guide constantly.
Kevin Siembieda is completely rewriting, reorganizing, and expanding one of the most popular Rifts® World Books ever published: Vampire Kingdoms™. Updated to 109 P.A., there is so much new material that it is practically a new book, yet it also preserves most of the original characters, concepts and information. The new material is built upon the original text, only rewritten, clarified and expanded. Vampire Kingdoms™ will be updated and expanded in a more dramatic fashion than Kevin's work in Rifts® Sourcebook One a few years ago. Best of all, it will be quickly followed by the Rifts® Vampires Sourcebook™.
Trouble is stirring in the Vampire Kingdoms as ambitious vampire lords, ladies and misanthropes seek to expand their power to dominate more mortal life forms.
Written by Kevin Siembieda and a handpicked selection of other writers, this sourcebook explores the vampires of Mexico and their kingdoms in ways you never imagined. Tons of new data, adventure ideas and revelations.
The Rifter® is your doorway to unlimited imagination and numerous Palladium role-playing worlds. It offers new heroes, powers, weapons, magic and adventure for your games. It presents new villains, monsters and dangers to battle, and new ideas to consider.
The Rifter® #55: Is under construction. Wayne Smith is busy selecting material for this issue even as you read this.
The power, secrets and magic of the underwater realm of Lemuria revealed. Player characters can use symbiotes, magic and technology to breathe underwater and spend time below the waves.
Lemuria is more than an underwater civilization of aquatic beings. They can trace their lineage as far back as the Atlanteans and can survive on dry land as well as underwater. In fact, their greatest secret is that there is no one resting place for the Lemurians, their great cities are always moving. Learn about the people of Lemuria, new Biomancy magic and weapons, Biomancy engineered riding animals, sea herbs, new powers of healing, sea monsters, and more. Epic adventure awaits.
This Robotech® sourcebook will be a Summer 2011 release.
The Minion War spills across Rifts Earth, where demons and infernals hope to recruit allies and use the Rifts as gateways of destruction. Their influence shakes things up across the planet, especially at locations where demons and Deevils already have a strong presence. More details to follow, but for now, 'nuff said.
Data about the chaos and madness of the early days of the Great Cataclysm, and the brave men and women who tried to stem the tide of destruction and save lives, the First Responders.
The book is sitting in our warehouse waiting for your orders. It is packed with great ideas, great art, unique, new alien races available as player characters, weird creatures and monsters, secrets of the Gene-Tech, weapons of the Dominators, ancient ruins, colony creation rules, adventure galore and much, much more.
The Scramble is the mad dash to claim and colonize the thousands of worlds of the Thundercloud Galaxy. Colonists flock to the Thundercloud filled with dreams. Space Pirates and an array of cutthroats also flock to the galaxy, guns in hand, ready to rob and fleece the colonists. Lawmen and heroes are in great demand, and the opportunities for clever adventurers are said to be without limit. As the civilizations of the Anvil and Corkscrew Galaxies scramble to colonize the Thundercloud, they are beginning to realize the galaxy holds more riches, beauty, horrors and secrets than anyone has ever imagined, making it a place of discovery, adventure and treachery like no other.
Thundercloud Galaxy™ is a perfect companion to the rest of the Phase World®/Three Galaxies™ based Dimension Books as well as the Minion War™ series. Players can be pirates, raiders, brigands or hired guns, or they may be explorers, adventurers, Spacers, or any number of heroes trying to protect the colonists or the indigenous peoples of countless worlds and colonies. The possibilities are truly limited only by your imagination.
This fan-favorite sourcebook is filled with high-tech wonders, magic and monsters. There are 20 O.C.C.s (Occupational Character Classes) that range from the traditional ninja and samurai to power armor, giant robots and cyborgs.
The Coalition State of Lone Star is a wild and woolly place of contrast and conflict. The Coalition States claims the entire State of Texas as their own, but they only control a small corner of it. It is here, at the Lone Star Complex, that the CS engages in genetic engineering and creates the famous Dog Boys and a host of other mutants. The rest of the state is held by the Pecos Empire – an empire of bandits, outlaws and rebels. The perfect companion to Rifts® New West™, Rifts® Spirit West™ and Rifts® Machinations of Doom™.
Armageddon Unlimited™ is the ultimate good vs evil setting and adventure. The fate of the world hangs in the balance and only you can stop its destruction as demons and Deevils fight for control of the Earth and bringing about the end of life as we know it.
Armageddon Unlimited™ is more than an epic world-saving adventure, it is also a sourcebook jam-packed with new powers, magic, weapons and Power Categories that can be incorporated into any Heroes Unlimited™ campaign. This book can be used as a standalone adventure sourcebook for Heroes Unlimited™ or as a pivotal plot in an expansive Minion War™ campaign. Get a free sneak preview of the book from DriveThruRPG.com.
Back by popular demand. A black Rifts® Logo on a khaki baseball cap with black trim. Looks great and fans love it! Makes a great gift.
This is a great resource for getting out of print Palladium titles and other select books. We've made 90 titles available as PDF digital downloads fromDriveThruRPG.com. This is a great way to try Palladium products and get access to out of print RPG source material. Some notable titles include.
- Splicers® RPG
- Beyond the Supernatural™ RPG, First Edition Rules.
- Boxed Nightmares™ for BTS, First Edition Rules.
- Nightbane® Book Four: Shadows of Light™.
- The Mechanoids® RPG and The Mechanoid Invasion® RPG Trilogy.
- Palladium Fantasy RPG®, First Edition Rules and select 1st Edition sourcebooks.
- After the Bomb® RPG and sourcebooks.
- The Rifter® issues 1-48.
- The Best of The Rifter®
- Deluxe Revised RECON® RPG and Advanced RECON® Sourcebook.
- And more – go to DriveThruRPG.com and check 'em out.
2011 Palladium Releases
- Rifts® Dimension Book™ 14: Thundercloud Galaxy™ – New – Available now!
- Armageddon Unlimited™ – New – Available now!
- The Rifter® #53 – New – Available now!
- The Rifter® #54 – New – Available now!
- Aliens Unlimited™ – A Heroes Unlimited™ sourcebook – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® World Book 20: Canada – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Dark Conversions™ – Back in print – Available now
- Palladium Fantasy RPG® – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Game Master Guide – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® World Book 5: Triax & The NGR™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Bionics Sourcebook – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® China One – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Megaverse® Builder – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Baseball Cap – Back in stock – Available now
- Rifts® Dimension Book™ 6: Three Galaxies™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Black Vault™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Mercenaries™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® World Book 8: Rifts® Japan™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® World Book 13: Lone Star™ – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® Book of Magic – Back in print – Available now
- Rifts® WB 23: Free Quebec™ – BACK IN PRINT – Available now
- Rifts® WB One: Vampire Kingdoms™, Expanded & Updated
- Rifts® Coalition Wars® Book One: Sedition – coming back in print
- Rifts® Coalition Wars® Book Two: Coalition Overkill – coming back in print
- The Rifter® #55 – New
- Rifts® World Book™: Lemuria – New
- Rifts® Vampires Sourcebook™ – New (tentative)
- Rifts® Megaverse® in Flames (Minion War™ crossover) – New
- Robotech® New Generation™ Sourcebook – New (tentative)
New Releases Coming Soon (tentative)
- Rifts® Chaos Earth™ Sourcebook: First Responders (as soon as we can slot it in)
- Dead Reign™ Sourcebook Three
- Robotech® UEEF Marines and other Robotech® sourcebooks.
- Rifts® sourcebooks
- Rifts® Chaos Earth™ sourcebooks
- Palladium Fantasy®: Mysteries of Magic™ Two & Three
- Palladium Fantasy® other sourcebooks
- Warpath™ Urban Jungle RPG
- And other good stuff. Lots of other good stuff!
Check out the new creations by Palladium's very own Kathy Simmons. See her zombie doctor and other new zombies, Jack Skellington and Sally, and more. New creations are on the drawing board, and so is a new website. Each Halloween prop is truly life-sized (most are 6 feet or taller – Jack is almost 8 feet) and seems almost alive.
Each is an all-weather, life-sized Halloween prop that can handle rain and snow, and is a one-of-a-kind work of art (no two are exactly the same). Each looks frighteningly "real." All come apart and fold down to slightly larger than a king-size pillow for easy storage. Comes with easy instructions, a plastic storage bag, and the lawn stake to stand it up in your front yard. Indoor stand sold separately.
Types of "Ghouls" include: Zombies (all kinds!), killer clowns, wizards, witches, devils, grave ghouls, scarecrows, executioners, mad doctors, deadly nurses, vampires, werewolves, and more. Kathy's also now offering an array of hand-painted Halloween signs, signs with heads and bodies hanging from them, witch's brewing pots, Halloween centerpieces and more. Best of all, her high quality creations are much more affordable and imaginative than most competitors or mass produced items in a store, making them affordable Halloween fun.
If you think the photos online look good, you should see them in person. A typical "ghoul," as she calls her creations, costs $129-$259. You can see some of her work at her Queen of Ghouls™ Ebay store – queenofghouls.com.
© Copyright 2011 Palladium Books Inc. All rights reserved.
Rifts®, The Rifter®, RECON®, Splicers®, Palladium Books®, The Palladium Fantasy Role-Playing Game®, Phase World®, Nightbane®, Megaverse®, The Mechanoids®, The Mechanoid Invasion®, Coalition Wars® and After the Bomb® are Registered Trademarks of Palladium Books Inc. Beyond the Supernatural™, Chaos Earth, Coalition States, Dead Reign, Heroes Unlimited, Ninjas & Superspies, Minion War, Mysteries of Magic, SAMAS, Thundercloud Galaxy, Three Galaxies, Vampire Kingdoms, Warpath, and other published book titles, names, slogans and likenesses are trademarks of Palladium Books Inc., and Kevin Siembieda.
Robotech® and Robotech® The Shadow Chronicles® are Registered Trademarks of Harmony Gold USA, Inc.
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Yes. The physician assistant program has no policy for advanced placement. Once admitted, all PA students must take the entire PA curriculum.
This is usually only a concern for off-campus applicants who have already earned degrees and, as a result, have taken courses similar to those in the PA program.
One exception would be if a candidate has a bachelor's degree or above in that exact discipline, they would not be required to take the course. For example, a microbiology bachelor's degree holder would not be required to take microbiology during the program.
The other exception would be if a Marquette undergraduate has completed the exact same course as the one required within the physician assistant curriculum and has scored a C or better. Two of the courses in the curriculum would need to be audited even if the student has completed it prior. These are BISC 4145: Human Physiology and BISC 7120: Medical Pharmacology. Other identical courses do not need to be repeated.
Most healthcare experiences count. Both paid and/or volunteer experiences count. Ideally, experiences should be healthcare-related. Some students have earned nursing assistant certification, working summers in hospitals or nursing homes. Some students have received on-the-job training in nursing homes.
Volunteer experiences are just as valuable. Applicants have volunteered at summer camps for children with disabilities or who suffer from other afflictions. Some volunteer at group homes for individuals with disabilities or in recovery.
Activities that do not count include lifeguarding, babysitting or medical activities not involving patients, such as working in medical records. Although strongly encouraged of all applicants, healthcare shadowing does not count towards the healthcare experience requirement.
Yes, a minimum of 200 hours must be completed by the time of CASPA application submission. Additional hours reported outside of the CASPA application will not count toward the 200 hours. Having 200 hours or more demonstrates a commitment to the admission process and to a career in healthcare as a Physician Assistant. Please note, shadowing hours do not count toward the 200 minimum hours, but they do enhance an application.
The PA program receives between 700-850 applications each cycle.
We accept a total of 55 students per year. 27 +/- 5 students are accepted from Marquette undergraduates with the other 27 +/- 5 students admitted from outside Marquette.
A minimum total GPA of 3.0 as calculated by CASPA is required.
Application to PA programs across the country is highly competitive. Undergraduate students continue their work towards their Biomedical Sciences degree and may re-apply.
Absolutely. Some students become aware of the PA profession after declaring majors in other fields. These students must realize that if admitted to the PA program, they become biomedical sciences majors and must complete their undergraduate requirements before beginning PA studies.
Applicants may submit healthcare experience hours earned during their junior year of high school and later. In addition, applicants should try to augment these experiences with more recent ones as well.
Shadowing is strongly encouraged, but not mandatory. It shows the admission committee that you have made effort to explore the profession.
Although there are no requirements as to the format or content of the three reference letters we require, we do have some suggestions as to who these references might come from.
For answers to other questions, go to the Physician Assistants and Physician Assistant Education Web site, or submit a request via the form at the bottom of this page.


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Girls cry in bed for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes it's out of loneliness, sometimes out of fear. Sometimes, it's because they just feel like it. Girls are weird like that.
If you've ever made a girl cry because she was overwhelmed with the joyous revelation of amazing sex, good on you, killer. I once had a girl cry in bed, but Sophie's Choice was on in the background, so I'm not sure what was going on. Sex is confusing.
There may be no crying in baseball, but there does seem to be some crying in softball – more than one of the girls report shedding a tear. OK, actually, it's only Nikki and Jill. Nikki cried the first time, because it was such an emotional experience, and Jill cries with regularity, because she has a "sensitivity chip." Rose and Mikey both claim they've made one or two ladies cry. Clearly, they missed the "in bed" part of the question.
Whitney doesn't even understand the concept; she's never heard of such a thing.
What? Cry? Do girls do really that? Why? Um, maybe because they had naked, strap-on sex on camera and couldn't stop it from airing?
This week, we pick up where we left off. Natalie went looking for some love in the club, but Rose was long gone. Left flat and locked out, Natalie is still being consoled by friends, while Rose is secretly on her way to meet her ex, Angel. Previously, Rose said Angel was crazy, and their breakup was so ugly, a restraining order became necessary. Rose mentions that two weeks after they broke up, she was with Natalie. Shocking.
Now, she thinks Angel is the only one who understands her. Rose-colored glasses were named after Rose. Across town, and far from Natalie's whimpering, the two exes meet and proceed to process.
Sure you did. You just weren't there when Rose decided this for you.
Now clear and calm from living in a Rose-free zone, Angel says she's moved on. The more Angel insists she's over Rose, the more confused Rose looks. Her smile droops. Rose can't quite hear her, mostly because she longs for someone who can tame her inner-Godzilla.
Angel tells Rose to make up with Natalie and "go do what you do best." Would that be trampling downtown Tokyo or wearing stripper boobs like a jaunty cap?


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Huxley Summer Frock
Added Jun 19, 2010
by mardou123
Denver, Colorado...
I found this charming fabric at the Needle Shop in Chicago. It is a lovely and fantastically lightweight cotton. I was looking for fabric to use for a Maxi dress. Something to kick off the summer. I based the dress design off of the Urban Midnight Dress available at Modcloth.com. Rather than making a halter back, I went with a more subdued quasi racerback – with the ties pulled through to create a bow. Although not visible in the pictures there are two pockets to hold secrets and treasures
Material Notes
multi-colored cotton lawn fabric for dress, cotton lining for skirt and pockets, zipper
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Jun 21, 2010, 08.26 PMby assets
I love this dress the fabric and the back detail is brilliant!! Well Done
Jun 20, 2010, 10.04 AMby lizah
love it!
Jun 20, 2010, 09.39 AMby holasoylulu
what a lovely maxi dress!!!!! did you follow a pattern?? I just wanted to kon how you did the bust pieces to fit perfectly..
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Jun 20, 2010, 11.49 AMby mardou123
Thank you for your generous comment. I used a night gown to pattern the bodice front. It is gathered into the waistband, which helps insure a snug and proper fit.
Jun 20, 2010, 01.57 AMby farahajh
Very nice dress. I love the straps.
Jun 20, 2010, 12.14 AMby jaimesews
REALLY love the fabric and halter/racerback/ties – great design feature!
Jun 20, 2010, 12.05 AMby gaviccaabri
Thats a great fabric and a very nice dress :)
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Carol A. Ritterman, 78, of York, N.D.,� died Saturday, December 15, 2012, at the Heart of America Medical Center in Rugby, N.D.�
Carol A. Ritterman, 78, of York, N.D.,� died Saturday, December 15, 2012, at the Heart of America Medical Center in Rugby, N.D.� Funeral services will be Thursday, December 20, at 11 a.m.�at the Leeds Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Budd officiating.� Burial will be in the church cemetery.� Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service at the Nelson Funeral Home in Leeds.� Casket bearers will be her grandchildren, Leah Biby, Gina,� James,� Anthony, Mitchell,� Lane,� Declan,� Reaganne,� Aidan,� Matthew, McKenna and Liam Ritterman.� Honorary bearers will be her great-granddaughters, Bella Biby,� Sophia Biby and Zenna Ritterman. Music will be from Andi Thoreson, soloist with Dan Nybo, organist. Carol Ann Fox was born November 8, 1934, at rural Leeds, N.D. to Bernie and Leila (Bremseth) Fox.�She was raised near Leeds and graduated in 1952 from the Leeds Public School.�Carol attended Minot State College and in 1955 received the two year standard degree. She taught at the Gallinger 1 school near Leeds and Webster Elementary School in Williston prior to her marriage to James Ritterman on June 17, 1956 at Leeds.� She then taught at the Knox Public School until 1959.�Following the birth of her sons, Carol returned to teaching at the York Elementary School from 1966 until 1976.�From then until 1985, she was a substitute teacher at the Leeds Public School. With the requirement of a four teaching degree, Carol enrolled at Mayville State College in 1985 and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in education with a major in elementary education and library science in 1986.�She taught at the Esmond Public School from 1987 until retiring in 1989 due to her severe arthritic condition. Carol and her family enjoyed many years of showing and raising horses. She had served as the state secretary and state director of the North Dakota Horseshow Association.� She was confirmed and currently a member of the Leeds Lutheran Church and had been a long time member of the York Lutheran Church until its closure. Carol served on the church council and as a Sunday school teacher.� She was a 15 year member of the North Dakota Education Association,� served as auditor of York for six years,� a member of the York Planning Council, chairman of the HUD grant and secretary treasurer of the York Park Board. Carol was also a licensed and bonded auction sales clerk.�She served as a Cub Scout leader, 4-H leader for six years and was a charter member of the Dozen Homemaker Club. Surviving are her sons,� Robert (Cindy) Ritterman of Leeds,� Randy Ritterman of Minneapolis, Minn. and Rodney (Nicky) Ritterman of Leeds;� 12 grandchildren:� Leah (Steve) Biby,� Gina, Lane, Mitchell, Matthew, McKenna, Anthony, James, Aidan, Declan, Reganne and Liam Ritterman;� three great-grandchildren,� Bella Biby,� Sophia Biby and Zenna Ritterman;� a brother,� Gary (Mary Beth) Fox of Glenwood, Minn. and� a sister:� Bonnie (Virgil) Teubner of Bisbee, N.D.� She was preceded in death by her parents;� husband, James; and a sister,� Janet Lysne. Online condolences may be left at www.thenelsonfuneralhome.com Nelson Funeral Home, Leeds, is in charge of arrangements. �


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The Niagara River Anglers held the 29th annual bass fishing contest on the Lower Niagara River on July 27.
Mike Heylek of Niagara Falls took home the first-place honor with two fish weighing in for a total of 7.98 pounds. His biggest fish weighed in at 4 lbs. It was caught on a live crawfish. His second entry weighed in at 3.98 lbs. It was caught on a baby bass color tube jig.
The biggest fish "Cash Bash" prize of the contest was caught and weighed in by Lloyd Schrack. It was a 4.41-pound specimen caught with a silver kwikfish lure while trolling off Four Mile Creek in 30 feet of water.
Contest Chairman Capt. Steve Drabczyk, owner of Creek Road Bait & Tackle, reported, "Big numbers of fish were caught throughout the system. One boat boasted a 70-fish day."
"The Niagara Bar near the green buoy and the coast guard drift were the ticket," he added.
This is a contest that has seen more than 100 participants.
The next scheduled fishing contest for the Anglers is the annual Lower Niagara River Walleye Contest, to be held Saturday, Aug. 24. Details are available at www.niagarariveranglers.com, or stop in at Creek Road Bait & Tackle, 4419 Creek Road, Lewiston.


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Sec. 31-299b. Initial liability of last employer. Reimbursement. If an employee suffers an injury or disease for which compensation is found by the commissioner to be payable according to the provisions of this chapter, the employer who last employed the claimant prior to the filing of the claim, or the employer's insurer, shall be initially liable for the payment of such compensation. The commissioner shall, within a reasonable period of time after issuing an award, on the basis of the record of the hearing, determine whether prior employers, or their insurers, are liable for a portion of such compensation and the extent of their liability. If prior employers are found to be so liable, the commissioner shall order such employers or their insurers to reimburse the initially liable employer or insurer according to the proportion of their liability. Reimbursement shall be made within ten days of the commissioner's order with interest, from the date of the initial payment, at twelve per cent per annum. If no appeal from the commissioner's order is taken by any employer or insurer within ten days, the order shall be final and may be enforced in the same manner as a judgment of the Superior Court.
Cited. 231 C. 469, 471, 473, 474. Cited. 232 C. 758, 776. Cited. 241 C. 282.
Cited. 33 CA 695, 696, 698; judgment reversed, see 231 C. 469 et seq.


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Last Minute Valentine's Menus
It's not too late to cancel those dinner reservations! Here are five quick Valentine's Day menus to mix and match, with tips to help you pull them off with enough time to enjoy the rest of the night.
Menu #1
Boston Greens with Tarragon Buttermilk Dressing, Red Pears, and Toasted Hazelnuts by Jennifer Ann
Mussels for One (or Two) by lastnightsdinner
Aunt Mariah's Lemon Sponge Cups by ENunn
- • Be sure to double the mussels recipe for two, and have plenty of great crusty bread on hand for sopping up the broth.
- • The sponge cups are way more forgiving than a souffle -- you can bake them before dinner and they won't deflate (you won't want to fuss with whipping egg whites after dinner, will you?).
Grilled (or Broiled) Oysters with a Sriracha Lime Butter by melissav


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September 30, 2013 — In keeping with this month's focus on male champions for women in the workplace, we're pleased to share some keen insights from Dino E. Robusto, Executive Vice President and President of Personal Lines and Claims, The Chubb Corporation. Mr. Robusto is an outstanding corporate leader and a committed champion of women in business.
I've always believed that innovation is essential to any organization's continued growth, as well as to success in our increasingly complex world. For me, being a champion of women in the workplace is more than a choice—it's an imperative. And I've seen women promote innovation by adding new dimensions to our corporate culture, enlivening team dynamics, and interacting in ways that stimulate and support breakthrough thinking.
One of the many times I've witnessed this firsthand was during a recent program that paired some of Chubb's highest-performing women with their insurance agency counterparts. The women were charged with working in teams over the course of a year to develop, share, and implement innovative business strategies and plans for generating growth across our California region.
Something interesting happened when we suggested the teams share their thought processes and plans with the larger group: each team was excited to do so. This had never been the case when we conducted this type of program with an all-male group or even with a mix of men and women participants.
In fact, men were often reluctant or unwilling to share their plans with others. From what I observed, participants in the all-woman group were much more open than men typically were to applauding the positive developments of other teams, and to discussing common challenges in the marketplace with one another and with Chubb's senior leaders.
Here's where "interesting" becomes impressive: participants in this challenge are currently at 109% of their collective year-to-date plan for increasing profitable growth by developing non-traditional sources of business across the region. In the process, the relationships between these agents and underwriters have evolved in ways that would normally take years as opposed to months.
Over time, experiences like this have shown me that there are many ways to lead. From what I've seen as an executive, women and men working together can contribute to an organization's overall innovation and growth. When I witnessed these teams solving problems collectively, I realized that gender diversity often leads to a more inclusive and collegial atmosphere—and that this is a positive outcome not just for individuals, but for teams and organizations as well. This kind of strategic collaboration elevates team performance and produces outstanding results.
My advice to aspiring champions of women in the workplace is this: learn from the approach many women bring to solving problems, building relationships, and enhancing corporate performance. Apply those insights in ways that make you more effective and inclusive leaders. There is no better way to honor and advance our women colleagues than by adopting business strategies that move us all forward—and helping others to connect the dots between gender diversity, innovation, and results.
More "Men Who Get It" Blogs:
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Why Business Needs Women—and Women Need Male Allies
Men Who Get It: Talk Leads to Action
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Watch millennial Bryant Daley, a Budget Analyst at Forest Laboratories, Inc., tell how men who "get it" can help break barriers for women.
Watch Joan Buccigrossi, Director of Global Inclusion & Engagement, Rockwell Automation, discuss the importance of dialogue in creating organizations where diverse talent thrives.
Watch Lee Tschanz, Vice President, North American Sales, Rockwell Automation, discuss the company's culture change.
Watch the video introduction to Catalyst's new report, Anatomy of Change: How Inclusive Cultures Evolve, and read more about the study. For a summary of the data, view the infographic.
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Information Systems Security Plans
A Security Plan is required, per UT Systems IT Policy IT0121, for computer systems at the UTHSC. This new policy became effective January 1, 2010; the initial security plans are to be done by January 1, 2011. Security Plans are to be prepared by the information custodian and systems custodian and submitted to IT Security at UTHSC who will consolidate them.
UTHSC is preparing its initial set of Information Systems Security Plans to comply with the UT System IT Policy IT0121. To compile the security plans by the due date, custodians should submit their plans, in the form of two spreadsheet templates, to IT Security by December 17, 2010. These templates are confidential documents and should be treated as such.
Detailed instructions on preparing a Security Plan are found in the Steps to a Successful Security Plan . The two templates are
- Security Plan Systems which details your systems and
- Security Plan Vulnerabilities which details vulnerabilities.
Please download these templates and follow the steps in the instructions (netid required to download).
Planning premises include: UTHSC is subject to regulation, laws and policies including those of the United States government, specifically HIPAA, HITECH, FERPA and FISMA, of the State of Tennessee, various local governments and the University of Tennessee system.
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Mission Matters
Keep the door open
For teaching and advising and a ministry that's blessed this place for 48 years—paying tribute to Charles Phipps, S.J.
Charles Phipps, S.J., an associate professor of English, taught his last class at SCU during winter quarter, a survey of American poetry highlighting favorites that include Longfellow, Whitman, Dickinson, Robinson, and Frost. Like their Mission Campus predecessors for 48 years, Charley's students came away with deep appreciations for literary excellence and for this quintessential man for others.
Ordained in 1961, Charley arrived at Santa Clara in 1965 fresh from receiving his doctorate from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Soon he was settling into the roles constituting his rich ministry: teacher, administrator, priest, and Jesuit community member. Throughout, Charley has understood this as a variation on a single theme: "Seeing God in all things—you're always promoting the Apostolate; you're always serving God."
Charley's life journey includes a good deal of literal travel. Charley spent his three sabbaticals in London (twice) and Oxford. During spring quarter of 1991, he lectured and tutored on American literature at Donetsk State University, in Ukraine, through the SCU-DSU Exchange Program. Living with a non-English-speaking family in the coal-mining and steel-making city during the waning months of the Soviet Union, Charley developed nonverbal skills he didn't know he had: "It's amazing how much you can communicate when you don't know the language."
Browning and the Beats
While Charley himself is reluctant to rank-order his roles, fellow Jesuits are quick to emphasize the classroom work. Gerald McKevitt, S.J., is the University historian and the Ignacio Ellacuría, S.J., Professor of History. "Charley's life has centered on his teaching," he says. "And he has always wanted to do it well."
Chancellor William J. Rewak, S.J., who first arrived on the Mission Campus to teach English in 1970, adds that "as a teacher, he has been cura personalis personified."
Charley has also seen dramatic change in colleagues' priorities of what and how to teach. Keeping up with his discipline's permutations and paradigm shifts, Charley welcomes the contributions of newer approaches like New Historicism, feminism, and deconstruction. Still, he ascribes value to traditional surveys of British and American literature, lamenting their loss in high school curricula: "You're always starting from the beginning now. You presume nothing."
His favorite class to teach has been California literature: Frank Norris, Robinson Jeffers, Wallace Stegner, and the Beats. Father Rewak marvels at the range of Charley's poetic interests: "He can with ease and in the same breath deliver lines from both Robert Browning's 'My Last Duchess' and Allen Ginsberg's 'Howl.'" Tellingly, Charley has spent a good deal of class time on Beat poetry because "students love it."
"That was wonderful."
Gift outright: He finished the quarter with Frost's inaugural poem for JFK. Fr. Phipps himself remembers FDR. Photo by Charles Barry
Charley's service work for the University has fallen in 12-year increments—as residence hall director in Swig, director of the honors program, and chairman of the English department. For half a dozen years he directed academic advising in the College of Arts and Sciences. As head of the honors program, Charley relished the company of Santa Clara's brightest, most dedicated undergraduates. Honors students "took their education very seriously." Charley served as academic advisor for all 30, including Janet Napolitano '79, former governor of Arizona and now secretary of Homeland Security; Robert Finocchio '73, chair of SCU's Board of Trustees; and fellow Jesuits Jack Treacy '77, Th.M. '90 and Art Liebscher '69, M.Div. '84, MST '86.
Secure in his commitments, Charley guided the English department through a period of dramatic evolution. Claudia MonPere McIsaac, a senior lecturer in English, arrived at Santa Clara more than 25 years ago, and she recalls Charley's generosity toward her as a newcomer—and his "kind, calm manner as he welcomed me to the department." Charley takes special pride in having hired the next seven department chairs: Diane Dreher, Dick Osberg, Phyllis Brown, Terry Beers, Eileen Razzari Elrod, John Hawley, and Simone Billings.
Thinking back on his time as director of academic advising, Charley hastens to say, "That was wonderful. I enjoyed that very much. I was trying to continue the tradition of John Drahmann, who was beloved by everyone."
Drahmann was a longtime dean of sciences and a professor of physics. He was known as someone generations of students could count on and respect.
Typical for Charley, that sense of respect is something he is quick to share: He waxes eloquent on the staff support he received as director of advising, as well as when he chaired the English department: "Ultimately, they know more about it than we [faculty] do."
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Charley has seen great change in Santa Clara over the decades. Asked to name the most important development, he immediately replies, "Fewer Jesuits." A delicate, fraught dynamic develops as to how to maintain the school's religious, Catholic character as Jesuits play less of a role.
Charley also notes problems of scale, especially the loss of intimacy: "You knew everyone on campus, but not now. Academic specialization and the pressure for tenure and promotion tend to isolate people very much. They spend less time on campus." Gains accrue to the University through the higher publishing expectations on faculty, but Charley recognizes that "a lot of the excellent teachers of the past would not be getting tenure today, for lack of publication. It's a different world." In an endearingly self-effacing aside he concedes, "It applies to me."
Such throwaway lines capture the man admired and loved by fellow Jesuits. Charley has served as both minister and assistant minister in that community. Fred Tollini, S.J., a professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance, is moved by how Charley serves and "prays for all." Father Rewak asks rhetorically, "How can you not respect someone who laughs at his own bloopers, be grateful to someone who grows tomatoes for our dinner table, and honor someone who gets up at 4 a.m. to take you to the airport?"
Impossibly youthful at 84, Charley glows when talking about his three nephews (Chris '88, M.A. '04, Charley '84, and Rich '83, all Santa Clara graduates), their children, and the students he has mentored, intellectually and spiritually. Seeing Charley in the fullness of his ministry, Art Leibscher, himself a longtime resident minister in the freshman and sophomore residence halls, is prepared to say that Charley Phipps "comes close to embodying 'Jesuit Santa Clara.'" Closing out his service to the English department, Charley left his office door open for colleagues to come take his books, shelf after shelf of the best British and American literature. Gifting Santa Clara with beauty—and a message to colleagues that concluded "Grateful to all!"—seems just the right parting gesture for Charley Phipps.
- Joseph Kelly '76 said on May 28, 2013
Fr. Phipps meant so much to me at SCU. I lived across the hall on the 2nd floor of McLaughlin during my sophomore year and he was my academic advisor, even though I wasn't honors material and he was the head of the honors program.
As a teacher, he inspired my love of reading and gave me the desire to see where the authors I was reading lived. His teaching style was captivating and represents the highest standard of professorship. I cannot thank Fr. Charles Phipps enough and I wish him a long life and happy retirement.
- Lisa Sammon '83 said on May 29, 2013
- Fr. Phipps was definitely my favorite teacher. On February 17, 1990 he presided over my wedding at the Mission. Since he didn't perform a lot of weddings, I think he was more nervous than I was. I remember he told me how beautiful I looked when I got to the altar.
- Scott Pollard '81 said on May 30, 2013
I remember Father Phipps fondly. He was part of an amazing set of English faculty—including Ted Gross, Chris Liviestro, Frank Duggan, Jesse Gellrich, Diane Dreher, and Carol Rossi—who helped inspire and shape my own path to becoming an English professor.
- Marty Ryan '82 said on May 31, 2013
Thank you Fr. Phipps! You helped keep the literary fires alight in me all these years. God Bless!
- Scot Asher '87 said on Jun 6, 2013
As a floundering student who came to the end of my sophomore year with no clear idea of a major, career direction, or somehow an advisor, Fr. Phipps came to the rescue. In the old class registration system of pulling stickers in Leavey, I was able to take many upper division classes in my first two years at Santa Clara—most of them English classes—but I definitely wasn't taking enough general undergrad requirements.
Fr. Phipps was relatively amazed when we first met as he reviewed my hodgepodge of a transcript and stated, "I'm assuming your parents are planning on paying for you to be here for four years—ideally then leaving with a degree. For that to happen: one, I'm now your advisor; two, you'll be going to Durham next summer, and three, let me be the first to welcome you as our newest English major."
From that day forward, the path became clear(er) due in large part to Fr. Phipps and many of the excellent professors mentioned in your article. Not an easy path, mind you, but one mapped by someone whose legacy will be their kindness and true interest in Santa Clara students.
My sincere gratitude for the sage advice and tough love when it was needed most.
- Tracy Garfinkel '89 said on Jul 12, 2013
Loved Father Phipps as my academic advisor and his nephew Chris as the RA downstairs in Graham 300! These are the kind of people who make Santa Clara great.
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Table of contents
Walk Across California
An epic journey whereby one foot is put in front of the other to discover, up close and personal, who and what and where is the Golden State.
Miller's Tale
To tell the story of Bob Miller '67 is to tell the coming-of-age tale of Las Vegas itself. And it's the chronicle of a man who served a decade as governor of Nevada. Quite a journey for the son of an illegal bookie from Chicago.
Blood. Sweat. Tears. Repeat.
Nina Acosta '82 was a tough enough cop to pass the test for the LAPD's SWAT team. Then she learned the hard way about gender discrimination. So how did she do on Survivor?
Mission Matters
When justice is kidnapped
The 2013 Alexander Law Prize honors Chen Guangcheng, a Chinese civil-rights activist and attorney who protested government abuses—including excessive enforcement of the one-child policy—then escaped house arrest to the U.S. Embassy in Beijing.
Double trouble
Growing up tennis with Kelly Lamble '13 and John Lamble '14. And Bronco teams that are a force to be reckoned with nationally.
Keep the door open
For teaching and advising and a ministry that's blessed this place for 48 years—paying tribute to Charles Phipps, S.J.


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Last night my moustache and I joined Rene Ritchie on the iMore show to talk Apple and my experiences to date with the iPhone 5. As part of my Mobile Nations World Tour, where I'm getting to know the competition intimately as I wait for BlackBerry 10 to launch, I picked up the iPhone 5 the day it became available and have been using it steadily now for several weeks. This past Friday I switched to the Nokia Lumia 920 running Windows Phone 8, so Rene wanted to get me on the show while my iOS thoughts were still fresh.
Though the focus is on the iPhone 5 here, we really bring a lot of this show back to BlackBerry 10 and general state of the mobile nations discussion. In other words, there's something in this show for everyone, whether you're a BlackBerry, iPhone, Android or Windows Phone fan.
The listeners in the chat room had a great time listening to the discussion, so I think you will too. I won't give away any secrets... just grab a beer and give this one a listen. You'll be glad you did. And yes, as we get closer to the BlackBerry 10 launch, I will be putting ALL of my World Tour experiences into writing. Too. Consider this an early taste.


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Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports that the Patriots have "agreed to the parameters" of a trade that will send G Logan Mankins to the Buccaneers for TE Tim Wright and a draft pick.
- ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Patriots will receive a fourth-round pick for Logan Mankins.
- The Buccaneers have announced the trade.
This is an extremely surprising move as Mankins is a six-time Pro Bowl selection and in the discussion for the best guard in the league.
New England has never shied away from trading a player year or two before they their play starts to decline, which is exactly what they did with Richard Seymour and Randy Moss. It will be interesting to see the draft compensation included in this deal.
HC Bill Belichick offered a statement on the decision to trade Mankins:
"Logan Mankins is everything we would ever want in a football player. It is hard to imagine a better player at his position, a tougher competitor or a person to represent our program. He is one of the all-time great Patriots and the best guard I ever coached. Logan brought a quiet but unmistakable presence and leadership that will be impossible to duplicate. Unfortunately, this is the time of year when difficult decisions have to be made – and this is one of the most difficult we will ever make – but like every other decision it was made for what we feel is in the best interests of the team."
Tampa Bay has been looking to upgrade their interior offensive line depth as they brought in Richie Incognito for a workout yesterday, so I'm sure they are extremely happy to get Mankins.
Mankins, 32, is entering the fourth year of his six-year, $51 million contract that included $30 million guaranteed. He has a base salary of $6.25 million for the upcoming season and will make $6.75 million in 2015 and 2016.
- Jason Fitzgerald mentions that Mankins will carry a $4.25 million cap hit for the Patriots in 2014 and another $4 million in 2015.
- Former Buccaneers GM Mark Dominik notes that the Patriots will gain over $2 million cap space with this move.
Last year, Mankins rated as the No. 18 guard in the league, according to Pro Football Focus.
Wright, 24, signed with the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent out of Rutgers last year. He would go on to appear in all 16 games during his rookie season, catching 54 passes for 571 yards receiving and five touchdowns.


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The Truth is Out There
The Truth is Out There was a cut mission in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. The mission would have taken place somewhere in the Las Venturas set of missions. It was a mission for The Truth in which Carl Johnson and 3 members of the Grove Street families had to go to Bayside Marina and rescue him from government agents who were chasing him for wandering around Area 69. It is believed that you would have been able to use the FBI Truck in this mission.
Mission script
- Carl Johnson: Yo.
- The Truth: CJ. I've nosed too deep this time!
- Carl Johnson: I've told you about that stuff, Truthman! Lay off the 'caine, dude!
- The Truth: No. I didn't mean that! The grey government want me out of the way!
- Carl Johnson: Yo, speak up.
- The Truth: I'm in Bayside, Whole town is crawling with dudes in black suits. I need your help, CJ! I've done some mushrooms, but it hasn't calmed me down at all. CJ! They're after me!
- Carl Johnson: Yo, calm down, I'm on my way


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The Owen County Humane Society is now collecting used printer cartridges. The cartridges may be dropped off at the local Edward Jones office, located off of W. Morgan Street, next to the Spencer Pizza Hut. For more information, contact the OCHS at 829-6247 or visit the shelter, located at 2014 Romona Road, northeast of Spencer.
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Champagne & Baths for breakfast
Let's ease into it today, like she does.
At 5:49am this morning, Mimi tweeted this photo of herself... in the bath. With this message:
Breakfast: #np champagne & bubbles..also on the menu... Peking duck & peeking toe https://instagram.com/p/X4mwnZLeIz/
Mimi has champagne for breakfast? Mimi has a bath for breakfast? It's the only way to get her out of bed. She needs treats, like a puppy, or a child.
What did you have for breakfast? What are you doing at 5:40am? At 5:49am I am usually agonising over the site intro, resenting the west coast time zone delay. Mimi? Please. Time zones shift for Mimi.
As for the "Peking duck", some would assume, given that Mimi has two kids, is that the duck must be theirs. Amateurs. This is a grown woman who needs the rubber duck in her bath, twice a day, minimum, all to herself.
Also attached -- Mimi had to share these shots of herself getting wet in the pool for some reason last week. Never mind. The lighting was really good.


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Following is a list of contact information for organizations and services that provide financial assistance for vision care.
Download a copy of the Vision Care Financial Assistance Directory
Download a copy of the Vision Care Financial Assistance Directory in Spanish
6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 510
Rockville, Maryland 20852
Phone: (301) 231-5944
Fax: (301) 770-1828
Many optometry schools offer low-cost care to people willing to be treated by supervised students. They may also provide free care to people who join research studies.
Phone: (888) 249-4918 or
(866) 422-2377
Fax: (888) 249-4919
Assists patients who are concerned about access to Avastin (a drug treatment for AMD developed by Genentech) and assists them with health insurance coverage and reimbursement issues.
6900 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 200
Plano, TX 75024
Toll-free Patient Info: (877) 968-7233
Main: (972) 608-7141
Chronic Disease Fund® is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit charitableorganization helping patients with chronic disease, cancers or life-altering conditions obtain the expensive medications they need.
Check with your state elected official.
The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
P.O. Box 429098
San Francisco, CA 94142-9098
Phone: (877) 887-6327
Fax: (415) 561-8567
EyeCare America provides eye care to US citizens and legal residents through volunteer ophthalmologists (Eye M.D.s) at no cost to those who qualify. Go to the website or call to find out if you qualify for eye care. EyeCare America facilitates eye care for U.S. citizens or legal residents who are without an Eye M.D. and who do not belong to an HMO or do not have eye care coverage through the Veterans Administration.
Those who are age 65 or older and who have not seen an EyeMD in three or more years may be eligible to receive a comprehensive, medical eye exam and up to one year of care at no out-of-pocket cost for any disease diagnosed during the initial exam.Volunteer ophthalmologists will waive co-payments, accepting Medicare and /or other insurance reimbursement as payment in full: patients without insurance receive this care at no charge.
Those who are determined to be at increased risk for glaucoma (by age, race and family history) and have not had an eye exam in 12 months or more may be eligible to receive a free glaucoma eye exam if they are uninsured.Those with insurance will be billed for the exam and are responsible for any co-payments. The initiation of treatment is provided, if deemed necessary by the doctor during the exam.
P.O. Box 4133
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Phone: (800) 675-8416
Fax: (800) 282-7692
The HealthWell Foundation provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to cover co-insurance, co-payments, healthcare premiums and deductibles for certain treatments.
Call your local office.
Health Resources and Services Administration
5600 Fishers Lane, Room 10C-16
Rockville, Maryland 20857
Phone: (800) 492-0359 (Maryland residents) (800) 638-0742
Participating hospitals and other healthcare facilities provide medical care for free, or at reduced cost, to those who meet eligibility requirements based on family size and income. Procedures covered vary from hospital to hospital. A list of assisting sites available in your state is located online.
Optometry Cares
The Foundation of the American Optometric Association
243 N. Lindbergh Blvd., Floor 1
St. Louis, MO 63141
Phone: (888) 396-EYES (3937)
InfantSEE optometrists provide a no-cost comprehensive eye and vision assessment for infants within the first year of life regardless of a family's income or access to insurance coverage.
300 22nd Street
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
Phone: (630) 571-5466
(800) 747-4448
Provides financial assistance to individuals for eye care through local clubs. On their website, go to "Find a Club" to locate your local club.
Phone: (866) 724-9394 or (866) 422-2377
Fax: (866) 724-9412
Assists patients who are concerned about access to Lucentis (a drug treatment for AMD developed by Genentech) and assists them with health insurance coverage and reimbursement issues.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Information and assistance can be found at the Medicare.gov website and the individual state Medicaid websites (see our "Medicaid by State" page). Generally, the best place to start is the Medicaid office of your particular state — most of the numbers listed here are for program issues and general questions and information.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (800) MEDICARE (633-4227)
Medicare beneficiaries, family members, and caregivers can visit Medicare.gov, the Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare, for the latest information on Medicare enrollment, benefits, and other helpful tools.
6716 N. Cedar Avenue
Suite 212
Fresno, California 93710
Phone: (800) 343-7265*
* Please note – you will receive a voice message when you call this number. Leave your contact info and someone will return your call. You can also visit their website for more information. Coordinated by the Volunteer Eye Surgeon's Association, it is a program providing free cataract surgery to people of all ages who have no other means to pay. Surgeries are scheduled annually on one day, usually in May.
4915 Saint Elmo Avenue
Suite 505
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
Phone: (301) 340-3940
Fax: (301) 656-4464
They provide free information on their website regarding the safe use of medicines.
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Phone: (410) 659-9314
They work to improve social and economic conditions of blind persons by providing evaluations of present programs and assistance in establishing new ones; awards scholarships to blind persons; has a public education program including speakers' bureau; and has several special interest divisions, including those for diabetics, educators, lawyers, parents of blind children, students and public employees. The National Federation of the Blind has affiliates in all fifty states plus Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico, and over seven hundred local chapters.
Post Office Box 219
Gloucester, MA 01930
Phone: (978) 865-4115
Fax: (206) 260-8850
They provide information obtained directly from the drug manufacturers regarding special programs to assist people who can't afford to buy the drugs they need.
549 Millburn Avenue
Post Office Box 332
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Phone: (973) 376-4903
Fax: (973) 376-3807
New Eyes provides new prescription eyeglasses to children and adults in need living in the United States (which they can apply for through a social service or primary care doctor referral). We accept used glasses to distribute to the poor throughout the developing world (due to federal regulations, used glasses cannot be distributed in the U.S.). Information on how to apply to our program can be found on our website www.new-eyes.org.
1100 15th Street, Northwest
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (888) 477-2669
Fax: (202) 835-3414
This website is designed to help people find patient assistance programs for which they may qualify.
PO Box 221858
Charlotte, NC 28222
Phone: (866) 316-PANF (7263)
The Foundation operates co-pay assistance programs for patients with Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Macular Edema, Retinal Vein Occlusion and Uveitis. To qualify, patients should be insured and the insurance must cover the medication for which the patient seeks assistance, must reside and receive treatment in the United States, and must have a household income below 500% ($78,650 for a family of two) of the Federal Poverty Level (below 400%/$58,350 for Uveitis). Qualifying patients can receive $4,000/year for Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Macular Edema; $5,000/year for Retinal Vein Occlusion; and $1,500/year for Uveitis.
Check with your state, county, or city office.
Contact your local Medicare office for information on qualifying.
Contact your local office.
Contact your local center to see if they have financial resource information in your area.
Phone: (888) 290-4964
Contact your local Prevent Blindness America affiliate for more details. This program is in partnership with The Entertainment Industry Foundation, and provides eye exams and glasses to children 18 years old and younger whose families cannot afford vision care.
Call your local Social Security Administration office for information on qualifying.
Contact a social worker at a hospital or other community agency. Social workers are often knowledgeable about community resources that can help people facing financial and medical problems.
Call your local Medicare office for information.
Check with your local office.
Optometry Cares
The Foundation of the American Optometric Association
243 N. Lindbergh Blvd., Floor 1
St. Louis, MO 63141
Phone: (800) 766-4466
VISION USA, an Optometry Cares program, provides free eye exams to low-income Americans across the U.S. Patients cannot have had an eye examination in the past 24 months. Applications may be obtained on the AOA website, along with more information. You must work with a charitable organization, social worker, case worker, community health agency to submit an application. Applicants are to provide proof of household income for verification of income level eligibility.


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MONTREAL — Sports bras have come a long way since 1977 when the first model was fashioned out of two jock straps.
Yet despite the multitude of styles to choose from, the body of research supporting the design of today's sports bras is sparse.
Born of the need to reduce the amount of painful breast movement during athletic activity, one study found that a sports bra added 25 per cent more support during a treadmill run than did a regular bra.
Initially, women had only one style of sports bra to choose from. High necked, wide-strapped with a wide bottom band, compression sports bras are based on the premise that using tight stretchy material to flatten breasts against the chest wall is the best way to minimize movement. The straps hold the bra in place while the wide bottom band and high, tight neckline are tasked with limiting the up-and-down movement of the breasts.
For the most part, compression bras work, but often at the expense of comfort. The tight bottom band and the lack of opening in the back or front make it difficult to get the bras on and off, especially for women with large breasts and/or a wide back. Large-breasted women also found that the high degree of compression needed to keep their breasts from moving resulted in significant discomfort.
That lack of comfort discouraged many women from exercising and sent researchers back into the lab to see if they could come up with a better design. What they discovered is that encapsulating the breasts is just as effective as compression at reducing breast movement during activity, but without the binding discomfort of previous designs.
Encapsulation sport bras support each breast in a separate structured cup equipped with extra support above and below the breast. Most also include clasps in the back, making it easier to get on and off. They have the same wide straps as compression models, but tend to look more like a traditional bra, albeit with substantially more support.
Design improvements and the reality that not all women are built the same have caused an explosion in the sports bra market. Yet despite the fact that there's science behind what constitutes an effective sports bra, the industry lacks a standardization of design to ensure that all sports bras are made equal.
Do cross-strap designs offer the same support as traditional racer-back bras? How thick should the straps be, and how high should the neckline go to ensure proper support? All of these features vary considerably between styles, leaving the consumer guessing. And for a small number of women, generally those with large breasts, the perfect combination of fit, fashion and function still remains elusive.
Understanding the need for a bra with even more support, a team of Australian researchers wondered whether elevating the breasts was the answer. To test their theory, they designed a bra that combined both breast compression and elevation (they placed one-centimetre, high-density foam pads into the cup of the experimental bra) into an encapsulation bra.
Turns out that elevating the breasts provided little improvement in the amount of bounce as compared with a traditional encapsulation sports bra. What it did offer, however, was added comfort and a perception by the test subjects, all of whom also tested a traditional encapsulation bra and a placebo bra, that their breasts moved less.
"These results provide scientific evidence upon which to base the design of sports bras, particularly for women with large breasts, so that their breast-support options are both functional and comfortable," the study's authors said. "Such improvements in sports bra design can enable women with large breasts to exercise in greater comfort, allowing them to enjoy the health benefits associated with participating in physical activity."
Hopefully, this kind of science is another step forward in the search for a bra that will help all women, no matter their shape or size, exercise comfortably.
What to look for in a sports bra
Do the jump test: Strong, stretchy fabric with some kind of restrictive or supportive material above and below the breasts should hold the breasts firm while you jump up and down, so make sure to test it.
Bottom band: It should be tight without being restrictive and keep the bra in place, even when you raise your arms overhead.
Breathability: Opt for technical fabrics that breathe with optional ventilation panels to further enhance breathability.
Soft and Seamless: All seams, claps and hooks should be covered to prevent chaffing and rubbing.
Straps: Straps need to be wider and with less give than a traditional bra.
They should also be positioned right above the nipple, which reduces the amount of breast movement. Look for racer-back or cross-back models if you experience trouble with the straps staying put while exercising.
Fit: All of your breasts should be covered or encased in the bra's cups. The bottom strap should rest on your breast bone, not on your breasts.


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Kate Wood, City Risk Manager
Kate Wood is the City Risk Manger for the City of Portland and has over 25 years of government risk, loss prevention and safety experience. In her current position, Kate is responsible for managing, directing and providing leadership to the development and implementation of a city-wide risk management and loss control programs. These programs protect the City from exposure to risk that could have adverse consequences to City operations, financial position or community reputation. Kate's work experience has reflected her educational achievements, while she holds a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) from the Hunter College-Bellevue School of Nursing, City University of New York. She attended the University of Washington in Seattle where she earned a master of Nursing degree. At the same time she earned a Certificate in Administration from the University of Washington Graduate School of Business. In 1990, Kate was awarded her Associate in Risk Management.


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Chancellor Hinshaw provides budget update to UH Manoa campusUniversity of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
We are all justifiably concerned about the current budget crisis which impacts heavily on our State and our entire campus community. President McClain updated the UH community yesterday about the overall situation, so I wanted to provide additional information specific to UH Mānoa — many of these points I mentioned at a legislative hearing earlier this week.
Unfortunately we are facing an economic crisis on our campus, throughout our State and beyond. The reality is that budget cuts at UH Mānoa over the next two fiscal years will total at least $66 million or 26% of our general fund budget of $260 million. Our general funds are used to support our people, so this impact is deeply personal to our community.
Also, we must absorb these budget cuts in a very brief period of time — actually beginning July 1, 2009. Requested federal stimulus funds of $14.7 million each year during the biennium would help alleviate the reductions and offer bridging opportunities, but we have to recognize that these are one-time funds and are not yet in our hands. So, at the end of the biennium in June 2011, the reality is that we must have accomplished significant reductions to accommodate a significant on-going cut in our general funds. We must plan for that reality, as well as dealing with the current major reductions.
We are trying to distribute the sacrifice and not unfairly call on a single group to make up this massive shortfall. As I informed State lawmakers, a cut of this magnitude will seriously harm UH Mānoa's ability to provide core services to our students, require impacting reductions in faculty and staff, and potentially diminish our ability to serve Hawai'i as the University's flagship academic and research campus. Many of our nation's other major research universities, like UH Mānoa, are certainly also suffering budget cuts, but our cuts appear proportionately among the largest.
To provide you a sense of the impact of such cuts, these are UH Mānoa's plans to accommodate reductions of $36 million imposed by the Governor and the Legislature earlier this year for FY 2010, which began July 1:
1. We will re-direct revenues from tuition, fees and other available funds. A special concern is that the tuition increases will be consumed by this cut, limiting our ability to further improve student services and financial aid for the increasing number of students who want to come to UH Mānoa. Our campus has received over 12,067 new and transfer undergraduate student applications for enrollment in the Fall 2009 semester, a 5 percent increase over Fall 2008. Student success is a major priority for our campus, so enhancing that outcome is critically important for our future.
2. We have been diligently working to reduce operating costs. We are currently expanding the Mānoa Green Days initiative which involves shutting off air-conditioning and "powering down" in buildings whenever and wherever possible (e.g. weekends and holidays). We appreciate everyone's cooperation and understanding, especially since many employees often work in their offices outside the Monday-Friday schedule. We also continue to upgrade our old mechanical systems because that significantly reduces our electricity costs. However, that does take time and money to accomplish. You can read more about Expanded Mānoa Green Days here: http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/facilities/mgd
3. We are imposing reductions of 4% on all programs, with the exception of the School of Hawaiian Knowledge, our newest school, and Facilities because our repairs and maintenance efforts directly impact our ability to recruit and support students, as well as faculty and staff, and also generate research funding for the future. Unfortunately, these reductions have resulted in approximately 150 members of our faculty and staff not being renewed for their positions at this time. Among the direct impacts on students, we face a potential reduction of up to 500 course sections for the upcoming fall semester at this point in our planning. We continue to examine ways to reduce those impacts, particularly through the stimulus funds; however, the size of our cuts limits those options.
The Governor has recently imposed added reductions of $52 million to the UH, of which $29.4 million will have to be absorbed by Mānoa, which would be even more heavily damaging to our campus and our ability to serve our students. In essence, this cut is the equivalent of saying that almost two months of the work conducted by the campus people supported by general funds must be eliminated.
This is a financial tipping point in many ways. Since last fall, we have been reducing and redirecting existing resources to offset the $36 million cut. Unfortunately, we have limited resources or tools to meet this additional $30 million shortfall. Many universities are using such tools as furloughs (often 8-12 days for one year), retirement/separation incentives, pay reductions, and even elimination of entire schools. Some of these options for our State now reside in the legal arena. Our options are really limited because of the rapid nature in which the cuts must be implemented, the tremendous size of the cuts, available resources, and the limited flexibility of personnel actions.
Since last fall, our campus has been planning improved campus efficiency and cost-savings, both through our prioritization and budget planning groups.
The prioritization is directed at establishing our academic priorities and is already proving helpful in establishing high priority areas and meeting budget challenges even before the process is completed — on our website you can view the proposals for change generated during this process: http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ovcafo/newprocess/prioritization.html. There is much more yet to do and many of the required changes will take time — over a period of the next year to year and a half to accomplish such efforts, particularly with regard to reorganizations and consolidations/eliminations proposed during the process.
The Budget Workgroup has focused on meeting cost reductions through holding on filling positions to increasing charges for services to reducing utilities and other costs. However, the bigger impacts will take time, yet we need to make reductions quickly. This means we must reduce the number of people supported on general funds. You can review the workgroup's discussions here: http://www.manoa.hawaii.edu/ovcafo/newbdgtwkgrp/index.html
Do we have other resources because of our nature as a Research 1 University? Yes, we do, just as our peer institutions do. I hear folks often mention special funds but two points are important to recognize. First, special funds generated by self-supporting entities, such as faculty and student housing, are to be directed to the generating units according to state statute and are only one time sources. Second, the bond rating for the University of Hawaiʻi depends on maintaining a sizeable portion of those funds. So these funds are not truly flexible to use in other ways.
The other is RTRF — the return from research grants and contracts. We are already using more of those funds through charging additional fees for a number of services — and I think that is appropriate. However, we need to respect the fact that Mānoa has been successful in the research arena because of the investment of these funds in the research enterprise — and the purpose of such funds is to support the cost of doing research, not as a revenue stream to replace shortfalls in state budgets. The success of our research endeavors truly does impact positively on our entire campus and the State of Hawaiʻi in many ways.
It is important to appreciate the fact that, each and every day of the year, UH Mānoa researchers generate about $1 million of research and they have done this consistently for the past 4 years — that is over a billion dollars during that time, most of which was spent on salaries and expenditures that find their way into the Hawaiʻi economy at many levels. This is also the time that substantial grant money will be available from the federal government — we are competitive for those dollars, so we must tread carefully in significantly diminishing the ability of Mānoa to be a generator.
During these difficult times, we must do our share to help the State of Hawaiʻi and I know we all recognize the reality that many people in our community have lost their jobs and are struggling in many ways. So, like our fellow citizens, our reductions will be painful but, at the same time, I strongly believe that UH Mānoa, as a generator, is part of the solution to our State's economic challenges.
I assure you that we are increasing efficiencies to reduce expenses and also aggressively seeking new ways to generate revenue, such as increased research activity and private support. This crisis will take everyone's ideas and commitment to reduce expenses and increase revenue, while at the same time, keeping our eye on ways to strengthen our academic mission.
I am very grateful for everyone's efforts and have definitely benefited from hearing your ideas. If you have additional thoughts, comments or better ideas about the proposals described here, I absolutely want to hear from you. Mahalo for your patience and understanding as together we address these difficult issues.
Chancellor Virginia S. Hinshaw