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The cash-starved Miami Film Festival, counting on ticket sales to make up a $40,000 budget deficit, has announced its schedule for Feb. 1 to 10. The 26-film lineup will open with Spanish director Carlos Saura's Oscar entry, "Ay Carmela," and close with the directorial debut from British playwright Tom Stoppard, "Rosencrantz And Guildenstern Are Dead."
Over the year, the festival has lost vital funds: $100,000 from the city of Miami, $50,000 from the local Knight Foundation and thousands more from former corporate sponsors now facing a softening economy. The festival also is hoping for $75,000 due from the state of Florida, which is confronting its own financial crunch.
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This is a sad blog of personal responsibility. WPTV.com reports that John Alleman has been taken off life support and pronounced dead at age 52.
That sentence probably doesn't mean much to you if you don't know who he is. I didn't, until I read the story. Then, I realized that it was a story that was predictable and probably preventable.
John Alleman loved the Las Vegas restaurant, Heart Attack Grill. In fact, the restaurant had designed T-shirts and logos that featured him. He was their unofficial mascot and even featured in a cartoon for the restaurant as "Patient Joe".
The nighttime construction worker was never a paid employee, but he became famous because of his love of their food and that he was always there to encourage everyone else to eat the unusual items on the menu.
The restaurant's menu includes the 9,952 calorie Triple Bypass Burger; the Flatliner Fries and the Coronary Dog. The Flatliner Fries are deep fried in pure lard. For dessert, you can order the Butter-fat Shake made from butter fat cream, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry flavors. In fact, the burger is listed in the Guinness record books as the "most calorific burger" and the menu even warns customers against eating it more than once a month.
Despite all the warnings including being featured as a patient because of the menu, John visited the restaurant to eat there every day. A while back, the local newspaper interviewed the restaurant's manager. He was quoted as saying that he had told Alleman that, "if you keep eating like this, it's going to kill ya."
Alleman is the second Heart Attack Grill spokesman to die. In 2011, 29-year-old Blair River also died from a heart attack. Still, the restaurant encourages anyone that weighs more than 350 pounds to eat unlimited free food; as long as they agree to publicly weigh themselves on an electronic platform in front of all the other diners.
It is this kind of mentality that has explained why people smoke cigarettes, despite the warning on the side of the packet. "It's not going to happen to me". This story is a sad reminder. Instead, it will probably cause the restaurant to do more business, sell more t-shirts and cause them to make a bigger burger. Shouldn't the restaurant have some responsibility or is it just a case of "you don't have to eat here".
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Tysabri approved as Crohn's treatment
The FDA today approved Elan and Biogen IDEC's supplemental biologics license application for Tysabri to treat Crohn's disease, a chronic and progressive disease marked by inflammation of the bowel.
The companies anticipate Tysabri to be available to Crohn's patients by the end of February 2008. About 600,000 Americans have the disease.
The companies said the FDA granted approval based on its review of Tysabri clinical trial data and overall safety data. It was not immediately clear if there were any conditions attached to Tysabri's approval.
Tysabri was originally approved as a multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment in November 2004 but was pulled off the US market in February 2005, after three patients developed a rare and potentially deadly brain infection, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML).
That FDA allowed Tysabri back on the market in June 2006 under a restricted distribution program dubbed the "Tysabri Outreach: Unified Commitment to Health" (TOUCH) prescribing program.
Before Tysabri treatment for MS can start, patients must undergo a magnetic resonance imaging scan. Then, patients on Tysabri are to be evaluated at three and six months after the first infusion, and every six months after that, with their status being reported directly to Biogen IDEC.
Biogen Idec said more than 21,000 patients are using Tysabri and so far there haven't been any additional reports of PML.
Tysabri for Crohn's is expected to compete with Remicade, the leading treatment in the category, made by Johnson and Johnson.
Friedman, Billings, Ramsey, & Co. analyst David Amsellem wrote in a note to investors that Elan and Biogen IDEC's long-term 100K patient target looks aggressive.
"Biogen Idec suggested that nearly 10% of the 100K target could come from Crohn's disease.," he said.
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|SAUKENAI: Kovno
Alternate names: Šaukėnai [Lith], Shukian [Yid], Shavkyany [Rus], Szawkiany [Pol], Shavkany, Szayikiany, Shaukenay, Šaukėnų, Szaukeinaj, Russian: Шавкяны. 55°48' N, 22°53' E, 19 miles WSW of Šiauliai (Shavl), 12 miles N of Kelmė in northern Lithuania in the Siauliai (Shavel) region. 1900 Jewish population: 624. 1939, the Jewish community was about 100 families. Słownik Geograficzny Królestwa Polskiego (1880-1902), XI, p. 811: "Szawkiany" #4. [March 2009]
MASS GRAVE: The Germans captured the town on Thursday, June 26, 1941. The Jews had taken refuge in the surrounding villages already sheltering refugees from Kelme. After its capture, all returned to the town with the thirty families from Kelme. The Lithuanian "partisans" had been organized, encouraged by proclamations of Radio Kovno. They had ambushed retreating Russians and stopped the Jews from fleeing eastwards with them, shooting and robbing. By Friday , the Lithuanians controlled the town. Immediately, abuse and maltreatment in the old Jewish neighborhoods began. The white-bands burst into the Beit Midrash during morning prayers, removed the Jews still wearing tallisim and tefilin to forced labor. They cleared abandoned Russian vehicles from the roads as the Lithuanians beat them unmercifully, even the elderly. Jewish community leaders objected, but were told that the Germans had ordered the labor. They questioned the brutality and use of the elderly. The let the Jews elect a council to select Jews to work. The Jews elected a council and selected the required labor. Still, the Lithuanian "partisans" continued to abuse and beat all the Jews. Ten Jews, most young, were arrested and taken to the prison in Siauliai (Shavel). Only one returned. Authorities banned the Jews from leaving their homes after sunset, from contact with non-Jews, and from leaving the town. The Shukian Jews were required to stay separate from the Kelme Jews and to send them away. They objected. The Lithuanians pretended to agree, but repeated their demands in a few days. On July 25, the Lithuanians demanded 50,000 rubles from the Jewish Council; if not paid, all the Jews to the last person would be suffer. The Council informed the community of the threat during Shabbat services. Some Jews friendly with nicer Lithuanians suggested that approaching them to explain the difficulties. The appeal failed, but they learned of the other mass murders in Lithuania. They then appealed to the priest who told them to pay the ransom and ask the questions of Jesus. Despite everything, the Jews decided to pay the ransom. By Sunday morning, they handed over the required amount. On July 28 at about 5 a.m. Lithuanians outside each house shouted to bring all their valuables and move to a ghetto in the Great Synagogue. In the hallway of the synagogue sat the white-band leader, who struck them and forced them to hand over their jewelry, money, and other valuables in exchange for food and other necessities. At 10 a. m. the Jews were ordered to line up in the yard of the synagogue. All Jews were taken under heavy guard to an estate called Shukiskis, three km from Shukian owned by two Rosenthal brothers. One with his son and daughter had been banished to Siberia by the Russians. The other, a bachelor, remained on the estate. Before the Jews were brought there, he fled among Lithuanians and survived. All the Jews were locked up in the estate buildings, stables, and the granary with ten families from surrounding villages again abused. The abusers took their shoes and later all of their clothes. No German was present. On July 30, all Jews were stuffed into the granary. The white-bands took out 89 children. After that, they took 20 mothers, 15 adult women, four adult men --in all 128 people, leaving about 200 in the granary. The list of those called had been prepared by the Lithuanian leaders to keep certain persons alive for specific reasons. All people taken from the granary were put into the main house of the estate with the doors and blinds shut and armed guards outside. The gate of the granary was opened and the Jews inside, dressed only in their underwear, were forced out by shouting Lithuanians and taken from the estate between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. At about 6 p.m., those in the main crowded house were allowed by the Lithuanians into the yard for an hour. Told that they others were taken to forced labor, the remaining Jews did not believe them. In fact, the other Jews had walked about 5 km to Dolkiskis forest, about 500 meters to the left of the road between Saukenai (Shukian) and Shavel, between the villages of Suvila and Poshvinishi in the direction of Shavel. A long pit was dug that morning.They brought the Jews in groups of ten and shot them next to the pit. Those who fell dead into the pit were lucky. The others, who did not die or were wounded, were thrown into the pit alive. No German ordered the white-bands to do this. The remaining were to be moved to Jewish-owned farms or flour mill at Suvila in the area where they could work and live. The Lithuanians put the Jews in five different locations. The largest group (50 small children and 15 mothers and adult women) was taken to a big farm next to the flour mill in Suvila. Friendly Lithuanians were told them to convert to Catholism to remain alive so these farmers could hide them with a clear conscience since they would be Christians. The Jews thanked them for their good intentions but did not agree although the younger persons, especially the girls, would benefit. On August 29, they started moving all five groups next to the house of farmer Pilatzkis about one kilometer from town. At 7 p.m., the people were put in carts heading north. After a night of travel, they arrived at Zagare in the morning. The local Lithuanians why they had brought them to Zagare because they had no place to bury them. At Zagare, the Jews of Shukian met many Jews from towns and villages in the vicinity, mostly women and children, but very few adult males. Only from the village of Bazilionai were all the residents alive, including the adult males. The gentiles of Bazilionai refused to believe the Germans and avoided initiating any action against their Jewish neighbors. At the beginning of July, by order of the Germans, the Jews were expelled from their homes and forced into the Beit Midrash and a few surrounding homes until being brought to Zagare. Surviving Jews were brought to Zagare from Kursenai, Papile, Tryskiai, Joniskis, Zeimelis, Kriukai, Radviliskis, Saukenai, Kelme, Tirksliai, Krakes, Joniskelis, Linkuva, Pakruojis, Laukuvas, Lygumai and other places. 7,000 Jews were gathered in the ghetto. Some of the Shukian Jews realized their impending death. They approached the white-bands and asked to be returned them to Shukian. Secretly 16 Jews of Shukian left Zagare to return to Shukian, but when they reached the forests around Shukian, the Jews went different hiding places, approaching farmers known. Some farmers helped, gave them food and sometimes hiding places. After a few days, those farmers, instigated by the priest, approached the Jews to convert. All except the oldest of them converted, but still sought more secure refuge. In September, these Jews sent food parcels with the Lithuanians to their families in Zagare and received letters of acknowledgement they knew that Zagare ghetto had been eliminated. (The Lithuanians did not deliver the food parcels.) In November, an activist appeared with followers and murdered some of these Skukian Jews. Others fled, but eventually were rounded up and murdered. Only two survived the war. According to The Popular Massacres of Lithuania, Part I, the mass graves are in the forest about 6 km on the road from Shukian to Shavel. Number who perished is about 400.[March 2009]
MASS GRAVE: Forest, 6 km at the road Saukenai-Siauliai; 105; pic. # 122. Zagare, town park; 90; pic. # 84-85 US Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad
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TabMo, the mobile video programmatic platform, recently announced that it has launched operations in the UK. The company, founded 2013 in France, hired Chris Childs, former video specialist at Yahoo's BrightRoll, to lead the business in the UK.
TabMo expands into the UK
Source: tabmo.io
The company provides mobile video ad solutions, with single point of access to a full technology stack, including data suppliers, premium inventory and video creative. As part of its programmatic expertise, its platform combines behavioural and geo-location data to enable robust audience targeting. It features a real-time dashboard and inventory explorer, GPS targeting and analytics, open API, lead generation tools and native mobile ad support. Childs says:
"There can be no doubt that UK consumers are firmly wedded to their mobile devices, meaning that the much talked-about promise of the sector has finally arrived. Brands now need a straightforward and failsafe way to connect with the mobile audience that is relevant to them. TabMo enables this engagement and I look forward to driving its growth in this new phase of its development."
TabMo's major investor and advisor to the company, Brian Fitzpatrick, adds:
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So it's Halloween night, and it's just me and Elephant, (who is my roommate Abby's new bunny rabbit whom she so nicely surprised me with yesterday) at the house tonight. I do have plans to go out with my new man tonight, and since I still need to take a shower and gussy myself up, then I guess I better make this short.
I really wanted to put my pumpkin picture up, which I carved on Monday. This means her face is caving in just a little bit, but I think she's still looking hot.
What do you think? I did not win the pumpkin carving contest that I did this for, but in the end, every time I look at her I get a smile on my face, which is as good, if not better, then the stupid beanbag chair that was given to the winner. Hehe, just kidding, it was a fine beanbag chair that I would have been proud to own.
Happy Halloween everyone!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Sunday, October 12, 2008
This is Me Smiling
I just had such a great weekend. I really did not expect it to be as good as it was, since my four exams are on Wednesday and Thursday and usually this would weigh me way down, but somehow I put that aside and enjoyed these two school-less days more than any other days in quite a while. I did get some studying done, not as much as I really need, but I'm sure I will be ok.
Saturday night was amazing with it's rhythm and blues, older dancing hippies that are so fun to watch, late night talking, hay gathering, bat watching, contest spinning, cheesy-joke telling, and more giggling than one girl should ever be allowed to sound. My face is still sore from all the smiles produced last night. It was also the latest I've ever stayed up. I feel like a bad girl, but in the most innocent of ways.
Today was really nice too. I did something that pleases my soul- I played music with my friends and recorded a few songs to send off to The Florida Folk Festival. It's amazing to me that we actually did it in a few hours, and really, what we made was not all that bad given the lack of rehearsal and lack of good recording equipment. We ended up using the microphone on Stephanie's MacBook and using Garage Band to "mix" it. I use quotations here because for each song, we recorded only one track and added nothing. It's quite the bare bones recording. But it's something I'm pretty proud of. Thank god for MacBooks and their ease of use. I just hope it's good enough to get us a spot on the Folk Festival line up.
Oh, our band name is Cicada. What do you think?
Now it is my time to get stuff done. Take a shower, read tons of text books, and get sleep (my favorite of the three).
I just wanted to let you know that today, I am a happy girl. And it feels really nice.
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Thursday, October 2, 2008
What Are They Afraid Of?
I'm so pissed off. I came home from my 9 p.m. Anatomy Lab, rushing to catch this Vice Presidential Debate. Being that this is the first Presidential election that I can vote in, I've been trying to learn about the candidates and, even though it is something I don't necessarily like, I've been learning about politics.
So, I came home, turned on this debate, which is still going on as I write this, and watched for about thirty minutes up until both fucking vice presidential candidates agreed that they will never think of marriage as anything other than something between a woman and man. Sure Barack Obama and Joe Bidden will give rights to homosexual couples, and Palin said that the McCainies wouldn't take their rights away either, but no, they won't ever let them get married. I don't understand why they are so afraid of same-sex marriages. Who is this going to hurt? I really wish I could understand. No, I really wish they would understand.
And how many times can Palin say that she and John McCain are "mavericks"? I'm really quite tired of these people. Right now, I don't trust anyone. Yes, I want Obama to win. I actually have hope in my heart when I hear him speak, but I can't say if this is due to what he preaches or how he preaches. But I've decided that I really don't like politics in general. It's so much back and forward, "well I did this", "no, you didn't", "well you did this", "no that is not true".
And Joe Bidden can't pronounce "controversial" and Sarah Palin can't pronounce "nuclear". Did she not pay attention in her high school chemistry class? It's called a nucleus. Gawd.
Okay. Well, I'm not used to this much people-bashing. I have the habit of wanting to give everyone the benefit of the doubt, even if it does seem like everything they stand for is something I don't agree with. And I know that this gay marriage issue is a relatively small topic in this debate, compared to the massive economy fuck-ups and the war, but to me it's big. It's not just about gay marriage; it's about how these candidates view people that are unlike themselves. There is estimated to be 25 million gay people in the U.S. and if these candidates don't even respect and grant them the same freaking rights as themselves (if they are indeed straight candidates), well than I don't feel like I can completely trust their judgement on larger issues. It fills me with sadness that we are not a loving and open minded society.
To put it from a teenagers point of view- this sucks!
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Pan Pacific Hotels appoints Ilkin Ilyaszade
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Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced the appointment of Ilkin Ilyaszade as Vice President, Corporate Hotel Management & Pre-Opening.
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WU, Vienna University of Economics and Business
Date: 10-12 April 2015
The demand for more pluralism in economics stems from the belief that the contemporary economic discourse is unable to provide suitable answers for and solutions to the various, multi-dimensional problems we are facing today, the beginning of the 21st century. Where individual economic theories fail, pluralism in economics can capture and depict the com-plexity of economic phenomena and their embeddedness into social, political and historical systems. Communication between different schools of economic thought and perspectives, can help to shed light on unsolved real world (economic) issues and will avoid bias and in-tellectual stagnation. For this purpose, neglected but critical economic perspectives need to be given a platform. With this in mind, the Vienna Society for Pluralistic Economics is pleased to announce it will be hosting the
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The following topics will be at the core of the conference:
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● Special Sessions on Political Economy of the Media, Pluralism in Ecological Economics, Feminist Economics and a Live-Online Session from the OECD in Paris in cooperation with the Young Scholar Initiative (YSI)
Keynote speakers include Ioana Negru, Senior Lecturer at SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London). Pasquale Tridico, Professor in European Economic Integration at the University Roma Tre and General Secretary of the European Association for Evolutionary Political Economy (EAEPE). Engelbert Stockhammer, Professor of Economics at the Univer-sity of Kingston, London. Dr Negru has published articles on philosophy and methodology in eco-nomics, with a special focus on pluralism, as well as economics of gift and philanthropy and insti-tutional economics. Prof Tridico's research focuses on Labor Economics and Welfare Systems, Varieties of Capitalism, the Financial Crisis and global governance. Research areas of Prof Stock-hammer include macroeconomics, applied econometrics, financial systems and heterodox eco-nomics.
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Twisted Music Video Of The Week Vol. 90: Bring Me The Horizon "Alligator Blood"
It's Friday and I feel like rocking out! I feel like doing something a little wild, perhaps something a little crazy, something that might end in a little bit of violence and bloodshed. Perhaps that's why I'm bringing you the video for "Alligator Blood" from Bring Me The Horizon. Taken from their album There is a Hell Believe Me I've Seen It, There Is A Heaven Let's Keep It A Secret, the video shows each member of the band entering into a situation where they get far more than they could've ever expected. There's also a guest appearance from one of horror's most famous little props! Check it out below.
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I've been using Source Filmmaker for a few years to create comics, and it's really simple in there to create different shots for different panels: I just crop the timeline down to one frame (or one "shot"), import all the models I'm gonna be using in the project, and then just copy and paste that initial frame/shot to create a new comic panel when I need it.
I've been wanting to make the jump to Blender for the VASTLY increased fidelity. I've already got experience using other 3D-modeling/animation software, so that's not really an issue. What I AM having trouble figuring out is how to replicate my workflow from SFM as closely as possible.
TL;DR: Anyone know a (relatively) quick and easy way to create many different shots within a single Blender file, that I can then easily scroll through? Some layer trickery perhaps? Are there any features along the lines of Matineé in Unreal Engine?


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- Stamps: Stampin' Up Bright Hopes and Tiny Tags
- Paper: Stampin' Up Garden Green, Real Red, Whisper White, Silver, Frostwood Lodge dsp
- Ink: Stampin' Up Garden Green, Real Red
- Accessories: Stampin' Up Tag Punch, Scalloped Circle Punch and Scalloped Border Punch, Real Red Taffeta
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Freshly Made Sketches: Bright Hopes
17 comments:
- Sue said...
Beautiful card! Love it!
- October 12, 2011 at 7:08 PM
- Linda Callahan said...
Love the sparkle - love the bling and the red door is fab-u-lous!
- October 12, 2011 at 8:30 PM
- Tenia Nelson said...
Super cuteness!!!
- October 12, 2011 at 8:41 PM
- Tui Nathan said...
Absolutely gorgeous Kim ... love the wreath and the super red door, the background weatherboard and super glitzy border ... gorgeous in every way!
Thanks for joining us at "Freshly Made Sketches!!!
- October 12, 2011 at 10:20 PM
- Jenny said...
Oh I love this festive wreath, the embossing on the door is just perfect :)
Jenny x
- October 13, 2011 at 5:47 AM
- Jennifer said...
I just love the door as a part of the sketch!! The little tag is so perfect too. I have to say that, after seeing this, Bright Hopes is a must have for you! So glad you joined us at Freshly Made Sketches this week!
Jen Timko
- October 13, 2011 at 11:18 AM
- Bonnie said...
I bought this set and haven't even mounted it yet! I think I'm sufficiently inspired to sneak upstairs and grab it.
- October 13, 2011 at 12:30 PM
- Rita said...
Gorgeous! I love red doors and it is so perfect on this card! Bright Hopes is one of my favorite stamps sets right now and I love what you've done with it. Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches.
- October 13, 2011 at 8:03 PM
- Jen said...
What a wonderful card. The wreath looks just like it is hanging on a red door! Great idea! Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches!
- October 13, 2011 at 8:05 PM
- Lesley Croghan said...
Well thanks for that Kim! I am ordering this set now for sure! :D LOL!! Love that wreath, the door, the bow, the DSP...you nailed the clean idea too! Just a fabby card all round! Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches.
- October 13, 2011 at 8:20 PM
- Cindy said...
Really great card! Love the red door, and the DSPs you chose to go with it. So FESTIVE! Thanks for sharing with us at Freshly Made Sketches this week!
- October 14, 2011 at 9:08 PM
- Andrea L - EnchantINK said...
Yes! I had this on my wish list ... when the US catty came out ... and then WE DIDN'T GET IT in the Aussie catty! So ... I think you should buy it ... so I can drool over your gorgeous creations. Hugs xx
- October 16, 2011 at 1:45 AM
- Pauline said...
This is absolutely fabulous Kim! I love this cheerful door, and the gorgeous wreath! So festive.
- October 16, 2011 at 7:55 AM
- Ann Schach said...
Beautiful, Kim! I love the texture on the red door! What a clever design! You used a great mix of Designer Paper, too!
- October 16, 2011 at 9:17 AM
- Lauri said...
This is a beautiful mix of stamps and DSP! I just may have to get this set myself!! Thanks for joining Freshly Made Sketches this week!
- October 17, 2011 at 10:53 AM
- kingstonmama said...
This is so festive, Kim. Love that beautiful red door! :) Ann
- October 20, 2011 at 9:03 AM
- H2 :) said...
Brilliant Kim! Love your interpretation of the sketch. :)
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Q. How can I import a list of references from the end of a journal article or from another document into RefWorks?
No method is perfect. You can either find and import one record at a time or try to find and import a batch of records.
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1. Use the RefWorks "Search" menu to select "Online catalog or database".
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Graphic Design
65-credit Associate of Applied Science Degree
Earn two degrees in three years by combining Graphic Design with Web and Digital Media Design.
The goal of a graphic designer is to create effective communication that is visually appealing, informative and on message, based on client needs. The Graphic Design program is geared for those interested in blending their creative and artistic talents with the ability to design materials used in the business, industry and non-profit arenas. Incorporate the creative processes, layout, illustration and photography for a variety of print, web and social media marketing campaigns. Mobilize creativity and sharpen artistic abilities through individual and collaborative efforts. Dedicated, full-semester courses in InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator prepare students to enter the workforce on a professional level.
- Prepare for jobs such as graphic designer, designer, production artist or web designer.
- Courses are taught by instructors with industry experience.
- Program-to-program transfer opportunities are available at Carroll University, Milwaukee School of Art and Design (MIAD) and Mount Mary College. Select program credits may transfer to other institutions.
- Those who earn their associate degree in Graphic Design at WCTC are encouraged to complete the Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communication at Carroll University. If enrolled in the Graphic Design or Design Management emphasis at Carroll, students may then transition into the Master of Science degree program in Graphic Communication (without further prerequisites in most cases) once their bachelor's degree is obtained.
- Courses are taught in the world-class Harry V. Quadracci Printing and Graphics Center.
- The Technical Association of the Graphics Arts (TAGA) club provides those in the graphic arts and printing fields with publishing opportunities through a periodic student journal.
- Internship experiences provide technical, hands-on learning in real-world settings.
- In addition to the general admissions process, prospective students will need to complete a Creative Review, which includes an essay and portfolio presentation.
- All Graphic Design students are required to purchase a Mac laptop for use in the program. Shop Now at the WCTC Apple Store for Education and start saving.
- All graduating students are required to participate in the Graphics Portfolio Review.
- Wages of recent graduates per Graduate Follow-up Report
- Three-year Avg. Salary for Full-time Related Employment: $32,583
Program Code 10-201-1
Required Courses
First Semester
|Course Num
|Course Name
|Graphic Design I
|Design Drawing & Color Theory
|Digital Illustration
|Page Layout/InDesign
|English Composition 1
|Math w Business Apps
Total Semester Credits
Second Semester
|Course Num
|Course Name
|Graphic Design II
|Print Media/Digital Pub I
|Image Editing/Photoshop
|Employment Success
|Oral/Interpersonal Comm
|Psychology of Human Relations
Total Semester Credits
Summer Semester
|Course Num
|Course Name
|Internship-Graphic Design
Total Semester Credits
Third Semester
|Course Num
|Course Name
|Advertising & Branding Design
|Integrated Digital Production
|Web Page Design I
|Web Animation
Total Semester Credits
Fourth Semester
|Course Num
|Course Name
|Professional Studies
|Advanced Digital Design
|Design Portfolio
|Studio Photography
|Intro to Sociology
Total Semester Credits
* (Prerequisites or substitutes may apply to this class.)
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View course descriptions of all required courses
201-112 Graphic Design I
Develop skills that will be used in all courses within the Graphic Design program. Basic tools and techniques will be emphasized, including ruling, cropping and scaling, sketching thumbs and roughs, developing comprehensives and using professional design markers. Creativity will be directed toward the application of design principles, including emphasis, contrast, repetition, balance and eye flow. Produce a variety of one-dimensional simple and complex projects.
201-118 Design Drawing & Color Theory
Design Drawing and Color Theory will help the student develop basic freehand drawing skills, while providing a fundamental knowledge of color. Using different media, participants will study the concepts of form: 1, 2, and 3-point perspective; proportion; line; value and texture as well as evaluate color characteristics; and examine the colors used in compositions; illustrations; and rendered still life's. In addition, students explore how color is incorporated in drawings as they develop an understanding of color models: including RGB, CMYK, Pantone, Munsell, CIELab, and the Web.
204-121 Digital Illustration
Enhance your ability to draw on the computer with Adobe Illustrator. Create artwork for both print and web design projects using features such as brushes, perspective and mesh. Learn the importance and proper use of layers as well as the pen tool. Apply coloring techniques using Industry Standards.
204-113 Page Layout/InDesign
Create documents that are typographically correct and constructed according to industry design standards in the Graphic Design program. Participate in interactive demonstrations, weekly reading and projects. Integrate type and images, use tabs, manage layers, apply master pages and style sheets, and create complex tables and forms. Keyboarding skills of 25 wpm is beneficial.
Approved Substitutes: 204-121 Digital Illustration
801-136 English Composition 1
This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research, and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.
804-123 Math w Business Apps
Cover real numbers, basic operations, linear equations, proportions with one variable, percents, simple interest, compound interest and annuities. Apply math concepts to the purchasing/buying and selling process, and use basic statistics with business/consumer applications.
Approved Substitutes: 804-107 College Mathematics; or 804-133 Math & Logic
201-122 Graphic Design II
Graphic Design II builds on design skills and techniques introduced in Graphic Design I. Direct creative abilities toward the layout, design and production of print and web design projects. Emphasis is placed on the use of type and color and the aesthetic and communicative aspects of letterforms. Through lectures, demonstrations, and lab assignments, students will apply these concepts to create and design projects utilizing a variety of materials and techniques.
204-110 Print Media/Digital Pub I
Study offset lithography, flexography and digital printing. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of the printing methods of gravure and screen-printing. Produce single, two- and four-color printed pieces. Acquire knowledge relating to CTP, the PMS system, screens, halftones, print careers, print economics and the four-color process.
204-131 Image Editing/Photoshop
Learn to use Adobe Photoshop to create sophisticated graphics for print and the web. Describe, discuss and demonstrate the procedures for producing color files and documents of professional quality. Become acquainted with layers, channels, paths, masks and other techniques that are used to create the highest quality graphic elements for electronic digital documents.
890-108 Employment Success
Students in this course will focus on skills that enable them to transition to professional life. As a result of participation, students will be able to develop a resume, prepare to interview effectively and present themselves in a professional manner in person and online. Strengths and personality assessments, practice interviews, keeping a job and career management are included in the curriculum.
801-196 Oral/Interpersonal Comm
Practice the necessary skills for effective speech delivery, listening, assertiveness, conflict resolution, teamwork and general interpersonal communication.
809-199 Psychology of Human Relations
Examine the principles of interaction as applied to human relations at home and on the job. Explore topics such as self-concept, personality development, learning, motivation, emotions, stress, human relations processes and special relationships.
201-138 Internship-Graphic Design
Gain meaningful occupational experience in the field of Graphic Design while building interpersonal relationships, improving technical competencies and completing the pre-developed goals. To complete an internship, WCTC must first verify that students have met the prerequisites. Please contact the Career Connections Department at 262.695.7848 or email@example.com for assistance.
Approved Substitutes:
201-134 Typography
This is a capstone course on the structure, personality and history of type. Strengthen design abilities and problem-solving strategies through projects that incorporate expressive typography. Gain experience in using the design process and analyzing completed work.
201-136 Advertising & Branding Design
Learn how to apply marketing and advertising design principles to build brand identity for an organization. Develop advertising objectives, conduct marketing research and design corporate identity materials that reinforce the branding strategy. Present advertising and branding projects in a formal setting to defend the creative rationale.
204-132 Integrated Digital Production
Develop brochures, flyers, posters and other related publications using software applications such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and others. Follow accepted industry prepress standards to indicate bleeds, color, fold and trim marks, die lines, color bars and other technical requirements that demonstrate mastery of page layout, illustration and image editing. Create PDF files to Industry Standards for output to both offset and digital presses. Create Interactive PDF's for digital portfolios.
201-110 Web Page Design I
Learn the fundamentals of web page authoring with HTML and CSS. Students will create web pages and web sites, generate web graphics and use FTP to upload files to a webserver. The course will focus on common web design processes, good design practices and a variety of web page layout techniques.
Approved Substitutes: 152-105 Intro to Web Development
201-124 Web Animation
Web Animation is designed to teach the process of 2D animation for use in web sites and games. Students will begin by creating hand drawings that will be converted into digital frames and animated with a variety of timeline and scripting techniques. Students will learn the difference between time and frame-based animations and have an opportunity to use multiple software applications for production. The course will instruct students on how to include audio in their work, and best practices for developing pieces that facilitate user interaction.
Approved Substitutes: 201-121 Web Animation/Flash I
201-141 Professional Studies
The rules of job seeking have changed and the job market continues to remain highly competitive. This class provides students the tools and knowledge they need to be successful in their job searches. Students will develop and enhance their personal brand identities using traditional and social media resources. They will use online sites to explore regional and national job opportunities and salaries. They will strengthen their interviewing skills and gain valuable insight into business practices and professionalism. Industry guest speakers will challenge and motivate students in their career quests. This class is only offered in the spring, and is designed for students entering their last spring semester of the Graphic Design, Web and Digital Media Design, or Print and Publishing program.
201-143 Advanced Digital Design
This class will focus on the productivity and interactive features of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat. Advanced techniques will assist designers in preparing documents for print and conversion to the web. Acrobat features will focus on document review and editing processes, interactive forms and pdf workflow.
201-144 Design Portfolio
Students will develop traditional and online portfolios that demonstrate program competencies. A special emphasis will be given to presenting artwork in informal and employment settings. Students will develop a timeline for redesigning existing work and developing new work. This class is only offered in the spring, and is reserved for students entering their last spring semester of the Graphic Design, Web and Digital Media Design, or Print Media program.
203-141 Studio Photography
Study and practice the principles of composition, lighting, exposure, optimum use of equipment and materials, and other techniques as applied to making photographic images in commercial settings. Most sessions will involve photographing still life images in a studio.
809-195 Economics
Discuss the major institutions and principles that underlie the contemporary American economic system, and consider topics such as the free enterprise system, supply and demand, circular flow, government involvement, the Federal Reserve System, economic growth and development, the effects of international trade, comparative economic systems and global economics.
809-196 Intro to Sociology
Understand the basic concepts of sociology, including culture, socialization, social stratification and multiculturalism, along with the five institutions: family, government, economics, religion and education. Other topics include demography, deviance, technology, environment, social issues, social change, social organization and workplace issues.
Approved Substitutes: 809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies
Block Schedules for Fall 2018
Credit Transfer Opportunities
WCTC has agreements with local high schools and various four-year colleges and universities that enable students to transition more seamlessly from high school to WCTC to four-year colleges. Transcripted credit agreements provide high school students the opportunity to take WCTC courses at their high schools. Agreements with four-year colleges enable WCTC graduates in selected programs to transfer credits, often at junior-level standing. Agreements currently in place for this program are listed below.
High School Transfer Opportunities
WCTC Course
WCTC Credits Awarded
|201-110 Web Page Design I
|201-118 Design Drawing & Color Theory
|801-196 Oral/Interpersonal Comm
|804-123 Math w Business Apps
|809-196 Intro to Sociology
Four Year College Transfer Opportunities
Program Specific Agreements
Program Name
Credits Awarded
|Carroll University
|BS Graphic Communication-Print Managment
|up to 64
|Carroll University
|BS Graphic Communication-Print Managment
|up to 64
|Carroll University
|BS Graphic Communication
|up to 64
|Colorado State University-Global Campus
|BS Business Management
|up to 62
|Colorado State University-Global Campus
|BS Communication
|up to 62
|Colorado State University-Global Campus
|BS Marketing
|up to 64
|Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
|Bachelor of Fine Arts, Communications Design
|Peck School of the Arts at UW Milwaukee
|Bachelor of Arts in Design Studies
|up to 67
|BA Graphic Studies
|up to 67
|BS Leadership and Organizational Studies
|up to 62
General Agreements
Program Name
Credits Awarded
|Concordia University
|Any Bachelors
|Franklin University
|Bachelor of Science (various)
|Junior Standing
|Lakeland University
|Any Bachelors Degree
|Credits vary, check with Lakeland
|Mount Mary University
|Bachelor Degree
|Junior Standing
|Ottawa University
|Bachelor of Arts or Sciences
|up to 80, and 50%+ tuition disccount for WCTC grads
|Purdue University Global
|Any Bachelors
|credits vary, 20% tuition discount
|Upper Iowa University
|Bachelor of Science
|up to 78
|UW-Green Bay
|Bachelor of Applied Studies Online
|Junior Status
|Bachelor of Science in Management
|up to 60
|B. S. Career, Technical Education & Training
|up to 60
|Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)
|60-Junior Standing
|Wisconsin Lutheran College
|Bachelor of Science in Business Management & Leadership
UW-System Credit Transfer
If you are interested in attending a UW-campus, you should contact a transfer representative at the campus you plan to attend. You may also check credit transfer agreements between WCTC and the UW System to tell you which specific courses and general education classes may be accepted.
Important Cautionary Note:
This information is intended as a general description. Please verify the availability and details of the program that interests you with the transfer coordinator at the receiving institution.
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David Bate
Phone: 262.695.6204
- BA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- MA, Marquette University
David Espurvoa
Phone: 262.695.6204
- BFA--Graphic Communications, Texas State University
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Reviewed By Paul S (Corning, NY) Reviewed for a 2011 Nissan Murano —2/17/2016 5:28 AM
just what I was looking for. The high and low beam bulbs came undamaged and timely. The fog light bulbs have been damaged 3 times in a row it's not auto anythings fault as it come from another vendor they use. The way they are packed sucks.


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It's been almost 3 months since my last post.
Time is flying by. Seriously. Slow the eff down.
I don't know how many of you work in hospitals that have a BSN residency program, so (before I get into anything else) I am going to explain the concept. Basically, I have to meet once a month with all of the other BSN nurses who were hired around the same time to bitch about our jobs. Crazy right? And, I even get paid to do it. It is seriously the biggest. joke. ever. But, whatevs. The true purpose is to support the transition from student to practitioner. So, sometime around our second or third seminar, we discussed the "new nurse blues." Anyone else familiar with this term? We were told that sometime around the 6 month mark, most graduate nurses start to really reconsider their career choice. They start asking questions like, "Why did I want to do this?", "Will it ever get any better?", "When will I feel like I actually know what I'm doing?", and "Was all that schooling really worth THIS?." I thought this concept was crazy stupid. I mean, I LOVE nursing…right?!
Well, HA. HA. HA. Guess what? I've definitely got the "new nurse blues." I'm hoping it's just a combination of working night shift, eating nothing but crap, laziness, and stress. I've been reassured (several, several times) that this too shall pass and, once again, all will be right in my life. And, when that time comes, nursing will be the greatest thing ever. But right now, it sucks. Like, big time.
I think the worst part is working with resident MDs. In my short time as a RN, I have learned so much more than I ever could have imagined. And I continue to learn just as much every single day that I work! However, these residents…WOW. Sometimes, I really…really…really…wonder why I didn't just become an effing doctor?! There is nothing worse than knowing exactly what your patient needs, but working with a resident who is 1) too afraid to make any decisions on his/her own, or 2) won't give you what you need, just because they don't want to admit you are right. UGH. It's amazing that doctors come out of school with as little knowledge as they do. What do they spend all that time learning?! The amount of frustration sometimes seems unbearable. And on top of that?! I just have to grin and bear it. (Although, every now and then, I do enjoy aggravating the piss out of some of these MDs to get what I want. :D) Anyone who knows me personally, would tell you this is something VERY hard for me to accomplish. I dread going to work most days, and I hate that. I keep telling myself that it will get better. And I hang on to that hope with everything in me.
Is anyone else out there experiencing this right now? Or have you experienced this? I would really like to know that I'm not alone, and that people aren't lying when they tell me it won't last forever.
On a more positive note, I most definitely feel like I am getting the hang of things. As most of you know, the nature of my unit is pretty crazy. However, I still believe have the world's best co-workers! I have yet to walk into an unknown experience alone. That is just the bee's knees, if you ask me! The amount of support they provide to me and to each other is incredible. My unit kicks ass and takes names on the daily. Sometimes, that's the only thing that gets me through.
I'll stop here, before this post becomes a small novel. I hope you are well, internet. Let me know what's up!
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Sean O'Casey: The dead of wars past clasp their colder arms around the newer dead
Anti-war essays, poems, short stories and literary excerpts
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From Drums Under the Windows (1946)
If one only knew, he thought, there's a helluva lot of moaning in the world today; and it would grow; grow till the common people came to themselves. Humanity's music would be sad as ever, but it wouldn't remain silent much longer. New thoughts were being born, not only in a cry, but in smoke, flame, and cannon-fire. Half the Christian world had just discovered that the other half no longer deserved to live. The slime, the bloodied mud, the crater and the shell-hole had become God's Kingdom here on earth. Deep trenches led to the delectable mountains…In every ravine, on every hill, through every golden cornfield tens of thousands of Irish wriggled and twisted to death, their dimming eyes dazzled by the flame from a scarlet poppy, their dulling ears shocked by the lilting notes from a rising lark. The ghosts of them who fell at Dettigen, Fontenoy, and Waterloo were clasping their colder arms around the newer dead.


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Cool down on those hot summer nights with the super comfortable Crocs™ Havana. The Havana wedge features a three inch heel and a comfortable croslite™ material foot bed. With innovative colors this shoe will bring style and comfort every day and all night.
*We suggest ordering the same size you would normally purchase in other footwear. If you are a half size, we recommend ordering the next full size up. Crocs are only available in whole sizes, with the exception of our Custom Cloud model
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In creating the Slate, we wanted to combine the unique and irreplaceable experience of drawing on paper with the limitless possibilities of digital. You draw with your own pencils on real paper and your drawings instantly come alive on the screen.
Our challenge? Integrating into the digital world the feeling that comes with using real objects for an enhanced experience.


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A casein-free diet entails the avoidance of all food containing milk or milk products. Casein is a protein found in milk. Casein is also found as an additive in certain processed foods.Continue Reading
The key to following a casein-free diet is the elimination of all foods containing casein or any form of casein. Casein is found in dairy products such as milk, butter, cheese, yogurt and pudding. Small amounts of milk or other milk products may also be found in baked goods and cooked items. Smaller amounts of milk ingredients may be present in substitute dairy products such as vegetarian cheese and whipped cream topping, which use casein to provide texture. Packaged foods, such as luncheon meat and candy, may also contain milk ingredients.
The label of food containing casein may also say "contains milk ingredients," "made with milk ingredients" or "processed in a facility that also processes milk products."
In addition to casein, ingredients and foods to watch for and potentially avoid include calcium casein, casein hydrolysate, magnesium casein, potassium casein, rennet casein, sodium casein, lactalbumin, lactalbumin phosphate, lactose, margarine, butter flavoring, butterfat, nondairy creamers, whey and whey hydrolysate. With a little effort, a casein-free diet can be achieved when one learns which foods to avoid.Learn more about Diet Plans


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AMSTERDAM — Troubled United Pan-Europe Communications shares hit record lows on the Amsterdam stock exchange (AEX) on Wednesday after two Dutch regulators published a joint report that concluded the Dutch Net market could be divided in two.
UPC owns close to 40% of the cable market and its Internet service provider, Chello Broadband, has 95% of the broadband market. If the report's findings were carried into law, it would mean UPC would be compelled to open up its cable networks to other ISPs.
The report, issued by Dutch telecom watchdog Opta in tandem with competition guardian Nederlands Competition Authority (NMA), said the Internet sector could be split into high-speed broadband and narrowband dial-up sectors.
Release of the report sent stocks diving 21% on Wednesday to an all-time low of 7.40 euros ($6).
UPC has been hit hard by the Internet tech stock meltdown and worries by analysts over $5.85 billion in debt; the company is down to about one-tenth of its peak value.
The recommendations are subject to feedback from European regulatory bodies. The final draft of the report will be issued to the proper Dutch government agencies to be drafted into law.
UPC has indicated it will abide by their decisions.


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From the North
Take the Techwood Drive Exit (I-75 exit 250, I-85 exit 84) to 14th/10th Streets. Turn left at the first light onto 14th Street. Cross the interstate and turn right onto Spring Street.
From the South
On I-75/I-85 North take the 10th Street/14th Street Exit. Turn right at the first light onto 10th Street. Turn right onto Spring Street.
Turn Right into the alley just before LA Fitness. The TSRB is the last building on the left. Across from the TSRB, on the right, is a parking deck labeled "Centergy Parking." The fee is $2 per hour, or $10 per day.
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Kailash Manasarovar Yatra from Kerung - Kailash predates almost all religious pilgrimages. While Lord Shiva visits Varanasi, his eternal abode is always Kailash, where he dwells with his consort Parvati. For Hindus, Kailash is the physical manifestation of the revered Mount Meru, the centre of the world. In the Bhagvad Gita, Lord Krishna says, "Among the mountains, I am Meru." As the merudanda, it is the spinal cord, the axis mundi that holds the world together. The Vishnu Purana (approx 200 BCE) describes how the world is made up of seven continents ringed by seven oceans - 'The central continent has Meru at its core, bounded by three mountain ranges to the north and three to the south. One of these ranges is the Himalayan barrier, interposed between Meru and 'Bharatha', the Indian subcontinent. Meru itself stands eighty-four thousand leagues high, with four faces of crystal, ruby, gold and lapis lazuli. Ganga falls from the heavens on Meru's summit, circles the mountain and then divides into four mighty rivers which flow to the four quarters of the earth.'' Today we know that the Kailash Mansarovar region indeed gives rise to four great rivers: Brahmaputra, Indus, Sutlej and Karnali.
Yatra is starting from Kathmandu to Rasuwa Gadi; Nepal China border (170 Km ) . You will pass from Trishuli on your left and Dhunche (hub to leave for Gosainkunda) on the way to Syabrubesi. After you arrive border; immigration and customs formalities on both Nepal and China sides proceeds and then drive to the small town - Kerung (26 km).
Arrive to Kathmandu, an exciting and memorable experience with the panoramic view of snow-capped Himalayan range greets your sight.
Nepal Travel and Tour's Airport Representative will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel.
Kathmandu sightseeing / (Visa Day of NRI's) / and evening program briefing. Over night stay at hotel
Dongba to Manasarovar (4580m) Chiu
Drive to Lake Manasarovar with Parikrama (Kora) (Circumambulation) of Lake. Perform first holy Dip & short Pooja. Reach Chiu Gompa.
Manasarovar to Darchen (4700m) Morning is free for spiritual performance; Puja Homa and excursion around secret Lake Manasarovar. Drive to Darchen about an hour; check in to the guest house. Start trek to Asthapatha and back Darchen after Inner Darshana.
Darchen to Driaphuk (4890m)
This is first day of the Kailash Parikrama (Kora). Start after breakfast as earlier as possible, walk about 13 km within about 7 hours. One can ride personal horse.
Driaphuk to Zuthulphuk (4790m)
Today is the day to Pass Dolma-La (5670m) above sea level. The weather will be unpredictable in Dolma-La, any time can change and start to snow storm. So we try to start our journey as earlier as possible. Devine view of Gaurikund is available on the way while descending from Dolma- La.
ZUTHULPHUK to NEW DONGBA
Trek about 2 or 3 hours to end the Parikrama (Kora) of Kailash at Mani wall and drive about 7 hours to New Dongba.
KERUNG to KATHMANDU
After clearing the boarder formalities Nepal part will pick up from boarder by our coach and continue proceed to Kathmandu, check in to the hotel. At evening, feedback assembly and certificate distribution. Overnight stay at hotel.
After breakfast at hotel, the day is free until your transfer to int. Airport for your onward journey. The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
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US$ 2495 per person Other than Indian Passport Holder (NRI and Others):
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• Airports pick up and drop services.
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April 29, 2013
Lardo - the tasty cured pig fat
Much of what you eat in charcuterie is fat, whether it is marbled in to a whole muscle like coppa or ground up in chunks of various size in a cured sausage like sopressata. Since becoming interested in this pursuit I had read about straight up cured fat, or lardo. Like the average american I was a little intimidated by this concept, but Becky is more intrepid than I when it comes to weird meat and fat eating and thought it sounded promising.
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April 26, 2013
Darn it! - and other mending
April 11, 2013
Enterprise #5 antique meat grinder
This is the cute little brother of the Enterprise #10 meat grinder which I detailed in a previous post. I actually bought this one first, off ebay, but later developed the opinion that this one was not going to cut it and I'd better go to the next size up. After overhauling the #10 and getting it working well, I wanted to tune up the #5 and sell it off on ebay. But now that I have it working in top form, I'm instead thinking of selling the #10!
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April 8, 2013
Puff pastry
Now that we are not vegans, we again eat tremendous quantities of butter every week. I began to ask myself "Why in the world are we not eating some of that butter in the form of puff pastry?!"
I've wanted to make puff pastry for some time now, but had not actually undertaken it until a few months ago. Becky has made it before, and is a very dedicated lover of the stuff. Now that I've made two batches of it, I'd say its a worthwhile thing to do at home; not all that much harder than making and preparing a pie crust from scratch.
April 4, 2013
I love my iron! (and ironing board)
One of the most essential tools for making sewing easier, faster, and better is a good iron. There is a post on this topic over at Male Pattern Boldness right now, and I felt the need to expound robustly on the subject to such an extent that I thought I'd better make a blog post out of it rather than clogging up the comments section on Peter's site with my blather.
I learned to sew ~12 years ago while taking some excellent pattern design classes in night school at Mass. Art, and we had gravity feed irons in class. They are definitely a different animal, with their own set of pros and cons. There must be very good reasons that they are de rigueur for people who do this for a living, and using one in class certainly opened my eyes to the inadequacy of the entirely typical garbage iron I was using at home.
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Remember those glasses-free 3D phones from Sharp last week? We were a little excited about the 3D display and totally missed another unique feature – Sharp also included their new mobile 3D camera in both models. This means that Sharp's Android phones can both capture and display 3D images without the use of special glasses.
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Trusted computing a shield against worst attacks?
The case for identifiable devices
In many cases, however, trusted computing hardware could be overkill.
Even if companies accept that device identification could stymie 84 per cent of the most damaging attacks, that does not necessarily mean that trusted computing is the only way to go, said Seth Schoen, staff technologist at the Electronic Frontier Foundation, who has researched the potential societal effects of trusted computing in the past.
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Moreover, Schoen still has questions about the methodology of the report, because the version of the report available online does not provide much detail about the data set. The study found that the industries hardest hit by attacks were government, retail and high-tech, and that 78 per cent of attackers used a home computer to do the deed, but that leaves a lot of questions unanswered, Schoen said.
Companies should ask whether they can reliably distinguish between sanctioned and unsanctioned computers on the network, whether employees working from home on unsanctioned computers would be allowed to access the network, and whether the technology could be deployed pervasively enough to matter.
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