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If you'd asked me in January what my 2016 New Year's Resolution was, I would have told you that it was to (finally) watch Supernatural, the WB series just going into its twelfth year. Set the bar low, right? Still, I wasn't convinced I'd actually achieve it. I'd been hearing about how great the series was for the last eight years, and hadn't managed it.
Forces conspired to make sure I had some extra time in early March, however, and one night I sat down to watch the first episode. Long story short, I watched all eleven seasons in a six week period. Then I fell into a bereft state, knowing the journey was, if not over, at least suspended. So I lost myself in YouTube videos of Supernatural Conventions, read articles, found other Supernatural fans to fangirl out with, and exhorted friends to watch it, just so I'd be able to talk to them about it. In June, when my obsession had died down enough to allow a few rational thoughts to bounce around my head, I started to wonder… why?
Why had the show affected me so much? There are other series I like; I have favourite movies and characters, but Supernatural hit me like a ton of emotional belonging. And so I started to break it down.
The premise is right up my alley: brothers fighting supernatural monsters to avenge their mother's death. But that's not enough on its own. The story arcs are engaging. The soundtrack is incredibly well done — so much so that there's a particular piece of piano music that inspires in me instant, Pavlovian sobbing. But good music does not an engaging TV series make. No, the more I thought about it, the more I realised that what makes Supernatural great is the characters; or, rather, the way the characters are written, directed, and acted. They are some of the most authentic characters you'll find on the screen. So, even on those occasions when the meta-story wandered off and got a bit lost (I'm looking at you, seasons six and seven), the characters kept me coming back again and again.
With that worked out, I went back and watch it again — yes, all eleven seasons — and, this time, I paid more attention to the writing; to the way the characters were give deep, emotional, authentic life. These are the top three things I noticed.
Oh, one more thing: The title of this post is something of a misnomer. None of the following points were new to me, much as I suspect they won't be new to you. So I didn't so much "learn" them from Supernatural, as I saw them brought to life in a way that resonated with me and will, I hope, make my writing stronger. But "Three Lessons on Writing Authentic Characters that are Perfectly Illustrated in Supernatural" doesn't roll off the tongue nearly so well.
And so, with no further ado…
1. Characters rarely say what they actually think and feel.
As you know, one of the most annoying types of dialogue is "as you know" dialogue, where one character says something to another solely for the purpose of informing the audience.
One of the things I love about the characters in Supernatural is that, not only do the characters not do this, they also rarely, if ever, reveal their true thoughts and feelings — at least, not until they're pushed into it through either intense fear or anger. There are often moments where the Dean and Sam are cruising around in their Chevy Impala, both with body language screaming "I'm in pain!" or "I'm scared!", but not a line of dialogue is exchanged. The audience knows what's going on in each character's head — we can see it in the set of their jaws and the looks in their eyes — but they don't talk about it. And that tension is exquisitely, painfully beautiful.
Part of the magic of those scenes lies with the writers, and part with the actors. We don't have the luxury of visuals when we're writing novels and short stories, but that doesn't mean the lesson isn't valid. As they say, actions speak louder than words.
2. A character's past experiences informs her present choices.
If there's one thing I've learned from Lisa Cron over the years, it's the above sentence. But, generally, I can't stand flashbacks in movies or TV shows. They're all-too-often trite, overdone and, unnecessary.
Except when they're not.
We don't really get flashbacks in Supernatural until season three, and, by that time, the characters are well established. The purpose of the flashbacks is not to explain who the characters are or where they've come from — that's done, and done well, in the present day stories. No, the purpose of flashbacks in Supernatural is to give context and depth to the emotionally-based decisions the characters make in the present day.
So often, I've heard writers — and writing teachers — talk about flashbacks as though they're the second most evil thing you could include in your story. (The first, of course, would be adverbs.) And then there's the old chestnut about "no backstory in the front half". But, really, the best rule to follow when it comes to flashbacks is simply: No poorly motivated or executed flashbacks. Ever.


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There should be a kristen bell for everyone3 days ago
Suzie Dent from countdown in the UK!5 days ago
I just love her! "A gag-inducing condition" hahaha 😂😂6 days ago
First sloths.. now pool gloves lol I love her weirdness12 days ago
Yea I have friends who have this and I've heard of it12 days ago
yes dishpan hands freak me out!17 days ago
Hey girl I'm here for you! I'm one of y'all!18 days ago
I hate the feeling of pruning hands and feet it makes me cringe so bad.24 days ago
Kristin Bell... are you aware if you make your pool a saltwater pool, this won't happen? Also, add Epsom salt to your baths and you won't come out pruny!24 days ago
I have the exact same phobia! I also just can't stand to touch anything while my hands are wet. It's weird.26 days ago
I know people are gonna say this, just because Kristen Bell says it.... but, this truly has been something I've struggled with ever since I was little! Whenever I would go swimming, I literally wouldn't touch anything until my fingers were dry- still, to this day, I won't unless I absolutely have to. And, touching paper is the WORST!! Ugghhh. Horrible! I NEVER thought of scuba gloves! Def gonna try em out! I didn't even know they existed. Lol.26 days ago
Craig ferguson and kristen bell 💙💙💙27 days ago
It's when they are wet and when they touch certain fabrics like Velvet!! Velvet is the worst invention ever made.27 days ago
So what about in the shower lol and hand washing28 days ago
This reminds me of Elsa where she wears her gloves because she doesn't want to freeze everybody or anything. And don't forget Kristen Bell voiced Anna from Frozen, this is a reminder for those who don't remember or don't know about it28 days ago
it's a sensory issueMonth ago
These two geniuses who know so much medical stuff don't even know the cause of her condition could be vaccine related. But what do i know...i NEVER researched anything on the topic. (Fyi; that was sarcasm)Month ago
My boyfriend has what she has lolMonth ago
With 100% seriousness, I HATE PRUNEY fingers. Hate them! *gags*Month ago
I FREAKING HATE WET FINGERSMonth ago
Wait so shes okay with pruney toes???Month ago
I have the sameMonth ago
It sounds like a form of tripaphibiaMonth ago
I have the exact same problem!! someone that finally gets me 😂🙌🏼Month ago
🙄🙄🙄🙄Month ago
Autism spectrumMonth ago
I feel really sickMonth ago
Yes it's horrific! Eugh I hate it, it makes me feel like I'm going to throw upMonth ago
I swear I have thisMonth ago
I have this so badMonth ago
Thats called a sensory disorder. Her vegas nerve is overactive....or something like thatMonth ago
It seems like a sensory disorderMonth ago
Yeah it sounds like a sensory processing disorder, there are many people who are overwhelmed by certain physical sensations, textures, tastes, sounds, or sights because of a processing disorder in their brainMonth ago
What happens when your old and wrinkly?Month ago
If you are a stressed personality, any minor disinclination can be expanded into a phobia just by giving in to it early on. People who must fly regularly, may have their anxieties emerge as a fear of flying. Miss Bell may have reacted to wrinkles instead of flying, because she had a belief that in her appearance she must be perfect in every respect. So, it's not exactly unexpected that an actress like Miss Bell would express her anxieties in these appearances issues. But, she might have reacted initially by consciously deciding not to give in to this irrationality. But, I think we know she surrendered and allowed this issue to get worse. She might have delt more effectively with these feelings by immediatly doing yoga, meditation, or breathing exercises. So many people who come across so positively to people, do this because of their obsessive efforts in being liked:. Marilyn Monroe, Johney Carson..the list is endless in show business. I hope Miss Bell meets someone who can explain this to her.Month ago
It is actually a medical condition. I have cystic fibrosis and my finger prune fast within seconds. I can't touch literally anything until they're dry. The feeling of anything physically puts me in pain because my hands are so tenderMonth ago
I share the same condition thing if you call it that as Kristen Bell?? AahhMonth ago
I'm the same!Month ago
But wont the fingers get pruney by all the sweat in the gloves?Month ago
That's kind of like what I have .. but I have sensory processing disorderMonth ago
Its definitely a sensory disorder and I hate that feeling too.Month ago
I can swim in a pool but I don't like my fingers to get wet in the bath tub.Month ago
I no what it's called LigmaMonth ago
I HAVE THE SAME THING OMG🤭😖 I absolutely hate anything wet actually haha. Gosh I love K Bell❤Month ago
Bulging nuggets??? LolMonth ago
Just saying, I also want to gag when I feel my own wet fingers against my own wet fingers. It's disgusting and makes my skin crawlMonth ago
im not kidding but I think I have itMonth ago
Damn when she's old and wrinkly everywhere she's gonna be in hellMonth ago
I cant stand it eitherMonth ago
That's a clear sensory processing disorder.Month ago
I have this problem.Month ago
My dad has thisMonth ago
OMG!!! My husband has that condition lmao I should get him those gloves.Month ago
It sounds like how it feels when my trypophobia kicks in.Month ago
Why...why am I uncomfortable with fingers now? I feel weird thinking about them wtf KristenMonth ago
I thought I was the only one! Hahaha can't touch anything once I get out of the shower. I hate that feeling ugh!Month ago
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I hate the feeling of pruny fingers and can't touch anything without lotion first in the pool or showerMonth ago
Yes!!! I hate touching pruney hands!! Finally. I thought I was the only one lolMonth ago
I have the same feeling towards wrists & veins! EwwMonth ago
I absolutely HATE the sight of wrists, and the worst thing is when people bend their hand back, so it's like a 90 degree angle. I feel so ill, like I'm going to puke! So I'm glad I'm not the only person who has a "medical condition" that others find super strange hahaMonth ago
I relate so much because I can't touch people's knuckles or have people touch mine. I remember one time I had to draw blood from someone's hand and the doctor was there I didn't want to be like no I can't do my job Because knuckles make my whole body feel disgusting so I did it but i was shaking I felt it. I got the blood draw. But it literally affects my day if I touch someone's knuckles. So cool that she shared this.Month ago
What about toes?Month ago
Oh I hate prunes hands too...so much so that I dont put my hands under the water much so I can stay in longer.Month ago
I absolutely CANNOT touch paper when my hands are wet. It's nails on a chalkboard to me!Month ago
I love how so many ppl are saying she's so "cute" and "quirky" when basically describing what sounds like ocd. But if someone less charismatic and pretty said the same thing, they'd be told off and called crazy.Month ago
Guess no sex in the showerMonth ago
I know how she feels. I can't rub my own hands together which makes washing my hands very difficult. Basically I have to use a ton of soap so that my skin doesn't rub together. When I'm cold I can't rub my hands together to warm up. When people want to touch my hands in any way I have to be very careful that our hands don't slide at all. And it's not just when I rub my own hands together or when someone else's hands rub against mine. If someone else is standing next to me and they rub their hands together I physically get goosebumps I really can't stand it just as much as If it where my own hands rubbing together. I get goosebumps from my own hands rubbing together too. It's just the underside of my hand though, the part that has texture. I can rub the backs of my hands together just fine.Month ago
Seems like a sensory tactile disorder. She very sensitive to how things feel on her hands. It shouldn't be made fun of. It can be very serious for some people.Month ago
My completely non-professional medical opinion is either OCD or some sort of synesthesiaMonth ago
I would assume water still get in...like water shoes?Month ago
My mum wouldn't let me or my brother touch her after we had a bath or went swimming, she would just wrap us in a towel quickly and put us down asap! I used to touch her arm just to wind her up, she would always nearly puke just from like a 2 second touch!Month ago
the content you come up with when you are .005% on creative juices.Month ago
That's called ocd honey.Month ago
KRISTEN BELL PLEASE READ!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm not making this up I promise, but my hands react the same way as Kristen Bell's. I love going swimming, but I hate it at the same time because of the way m hands react. After I'm done swimming when I have to change back into my clothes it truly is a real struggle because I hate the feeling of the soft clothing. I even have special towels for swimming and showering that I can velcro around the top of my chest so that I don't have to touch the towel, I never even consider baths because If I can limit the amount of water exposer my hands get I do it. I would also just like to point out that Kristen Bell and I have the same birthday!!!!! Ok, that's all I have to say I just want you to know your not alone Kristen, love you!! - LilyMonth ago
My daughter legit suffers from this.. With hands and feet!2 months ago
My mom is the same way!!!2 months ago
OCD and there's therapy you can do for these sorts of things... it's an irrational fear they've built up in their minds and literally makes them feel sick thinking about it. They can try to break the fear and help them. The gloves were such a great idea! Good friend!2 months ago
I hate felt and velvet2 months ago
Its not undiscovered its OCD I get the same way about sticky stuff. During my kiddos 1st bday she was covered in cake and frosting and she walked over to me and tried to hug me and I actually ran..... I had to force myself to go get her lol.2 months ago
I literally hate feeling wet fingertip ridges lol this is real for me too! I don't touch anything for like 10 min after finishing dishes.2 months ago
My best friend has the strange thing with napkins that I highly doubt anyone else has, so no judgement Kristen. You do you lol.2 months ago
I have the same issue2 months ago
I DIDNT KNOW OTHER PEOPLE FELT THAT WAY ABOUT FINGERS OMG I FEEL THE SAME WAY2 months ago
what about toes?2 months ago
Omg! I have this!2 months ago
Me too, as well as both of my girls. I cannot touch anything dry once my fingers are pruny. The only thing I can do is coat them with lotion first. Microfiber isn't such an issue with me, but for my daughters it is. I wondered if this was a thing, or just us.2 months ago
For some reason I see Kristen Bell everywhere...I've seen her like 5 times since I moved to LA and it's not just like I saw her...it's like she's right next to me. Also, it's been in different neighborhoods around LA. Love her ❤ and also I saw her mom and talked to her mom briefly :) and also our kids have the same name.2 months ago
1:57 Jimmys laugh/jiggle is killing me Someone needs to gif that2 months ago
Why is he laughing ... he is so annoying. Like she obviously suffers from it and it's not a fun thing for her. It seems like some sort of mixture btw OCD and a sensory trigger? Idk but I'm sure she isn't alone2 months ago
I can't touch anything paper with like wet or now dried but still wrinkled fingers it has me shiver, like waaah I hate it.2 months ago
I HAVE THIS TOO!!!2 months ago
This is so weird2 months ago
I totally get it , I would rather die than touch a popsicle stick2 months ago
I know exactly what she means it makes me cringe2 months ago
IM NOT ALONE2 months ago
I'm the same way I hate the feeling of pruned fingers2 months ago
That's better than gag everytime you shake hand with someone.. What even worse is sweaty palm.. Just no.. I just can't stand body fluids, hence i never touch people face, hair, and hug depends..2 months ago
I'm the same way but can't touch dry stuff. Like popsicle sticks. Have no idea but it feels like nails on a chalkboard to me! Or I can't touch clothing with dry hands. I go through a lot of lotion!2 months ago
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RAF helicopter in Matlock Bath climber rescue
A man was rescued by a RAF helicopter after he fell 25 ft (7.6m) down a cliff-face in Derbyshire.
The 22-year-old man had been climbing High Tor in Matlock Bath when he slipped, on Saturday afternoon.
Derby Mountain Rescue said the man, who suffered leg and facial injuries, was found at the foot of the crag.
He was later put on a stretcher by a paramedic and winched up to a Sea King helicopter that had come from RAF Leconfield in East Yorkshire.
Kevin Corcoran from Derby Mountain Rescue said: "The difficulty of the path back to the road meant carrying the stretcher out would take a considerable amount of time and require rope protection at key stages.
"Therefore an RAF Sea King helicopter had been called from RAF Leconfield with the hope of being able to winch the casualty from the ground."
Derby Mountain Rescue, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue, East Midlands Ambulance Service paramedics and Derbyshire Police were all involved in the rescue.
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Mumbai: Gauahar Khan takes pride in her fans, who refrain from belittling other artists to prove their loyalty towards her. The model-actress says the love showered on her makes her push the envelope and work hard.
The "Ishaqzaade" actress took to micro-blogging site Twitter to share her feelings about the same and tell how special her fans are for her.
"Can I just take this opportunity to tell you guys that you all are a special lot... it's amazing how you will never let down... Want to thank all of you for for many things... I see how often people put an artist down just to speak high of the artist that they are a fan of... Really not required #truefans never diss another artist," Gauahar tweeted on Sunday night.
The actress, who has been a part of a slew of reality TV shows like "Bigg Boss" and has featured in films like "Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year", added that she is "proud of how respectful and mature" her admirers are.
"I could never thank you all enough you guys inspire me to work harder for your unconditional love... Most important one being, how you all have maintained the one thing I expected from all of you, respect for one and all. You have never put someone else down to prove that you are my fan," she posted.
Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress will be diving into the Punjabi film industry with her debut through a romantic comedy film.


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Political jealousy over New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary could jeopardize northern New England's role in the choice of the 1984 Democratic standard bearer.
Democrats in the Granite State and in neighboring Maine and Vermont are on a collision course with their party's national leadership over the dates for their preference votes.
At issue: which state will go first with its vote - and when.
Vermont law provides for presidential primaries, Republican and Democratic, on the first Tuesday in March. That is a week earlier than allowed under rules adopted this spring by the Democratic National Committee (DNC).
A new Maine statute specifies that same-day city and town caucuses there be held ''not later than March 4,'' which is two days earlier than the Vermont date.
Meanwhile, New Hampshire, which under national party regulations can hold its ''first in the nation'' presidential primary on March 6, a week ahead of any other state, is proceeding with plans to go seven days earlier. This, according to Granite State election officials, is necessary to comply with a state law mandating that the vote there precede by a full week a vote anywhere else.
''We simply have no choice in the matter,'' says New Hampshire Deputy Secretary of State Robert Ambrose. Even though no delegates are to be elected in the March 6 Vermont ''beauty contest,'' he says, that vote is still a presidential primary.
Unless the disputes are resolved, Democratic presidential aspirants may be reluctant to campaign in states failing to abide by party rules - any delegates they won there might be denied seats at the July 1984 national convention.
A candidate boycott could have an adverse impact on the economy of New Hampshire and perhaps to a lesser extent, Maine and Vermont. To protect New Hampshire's current right to hold its primary first, as it has since 1952, Granite State Democratic officials have filed a guarantee measure for consideration at a July 13 DNC meeting.
If approved, any legal or political roadblocks to a Feb. 28 New Hampshire primary would be removed, explains Democratic state chairman George Bruno. Pointing out that both chambers of the Legislature are GOP-controlled and Gov. John Sununu is a Republican, he says prospects are remote for amending the current ''week before everyone else'' law.
DNC leaders, who have been quietly but unsuccessfully trying to get Vermont to change its ''beauty contest'' date to the second Tuesday in March (instead of the first), maintain that the Vermont vote would not be in real conflict with the New Hampshire vote, even if both were held on March 6.
They point out that the process for selection of Democratic National Convention delegates does not begin in Vermont until well within the permissible period from March 13 through mid-June. The Vermont primary is nonbinding, and the candidate sweeping the vote then could end up without a single delegate, explains Mike Hamby of the DNC's compliance review staff.
Vermont Democratic leaders insist that there is no problem having their primary on March 6 - that is also the day of Vermont town meetings. Holding the presidential popularity vote on a different day would be both costly and inconvenient, they emphasize.
Maine Democrats, whose March 4 caucus plan was rejected June 16 by the DNC's compliance review commission, make it clear they are not giving up. Although both chambers of the Maine Legislature are controlled by Democrats, as is the governorship, there is not even lukewarm support for amending the new law that requires the delegate selection process to start by March 4.
''We presented a strong case for letting us hold the caucuses on the first Sunday in March in accordance with our law,'' says Maine Democratic chairman Barry Hobbins. He explains that the 450 simultaneous local gatherings - all held the same day throughout the state - traditionally have been held in February.
The caucuses in presidential election years not only pick delegates to the April state convention when Democratic National Convention delegates are chosen, but also nominate candidates for town offices, he says.
Mr. Hobbins notes that the arrangement has been in place since 1831 and that in 1980 the DNC's compliance review committee made an exception for his state to hold its caucuses on Feb. 9 - which was 17 days before the New Hampshire primary.
''We have been holding our caucuses in February for 150 years, and certainly that is more of a tradition than the early Iowa caucuses, which date back only to 1972,'' a Maine Democratic official argues. Party rules permit Iowa to hold its gatherings on Feb. 27, nine days before the DNC's date for New Hampshire's primary.


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For the Love of Music
Alumna Laura Miller '08 says this photo "captures my
hilarious passion for teaching."
Graduate Laura Miller '08 is using her musical talents to brighten the minds of young students. Because of her many experiences with the music department at Saint Mary's she says, "I am able to awe my students with stories of travels and performances that some of them can only dream of."
As a student Miller was a member of the prestigious Women's Choir, which allowed her to fulfill those dreams for herself. She attended and performed in various concerts, connected with other musical students, and participated in choir tours around the country, including a trip to Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Miller was inspired to pursue elementary music education. She says that music department and Saint Mary's professors in general expect "hard work and honesty from each of their students, from the first day of classes all the way through graduation," but says the efforts are worth it.
"The members of the music department came to be a second family to me, nurturing me through everything from my first theory exam to my senior comprehensive and student teaching, as well as personal or family issues that are [inevitable] in life."
Miller now teaches for three Penn-Harris-Madison Schools in Indiana—Horizon, Elm Road, and Moran elementary schools. She introduces singing, dancing, rhythm, and basic instruments to Kindergarteners through fifth graders, giving them an opportunity to understand and explore the different aspects of performing arts.
Miller is also the assistant director of Main Stage Inc., a non-profit organization located in Mishawaka. Main Stage Inc. is a community program that provides instruction and performance opportunities to children in the hopes of inspiring creativity and interest in the performing arts.
Miller's work is nothing short of another dream come true. "I am incredibly lucky that every morning I wake up excited to go to work, to inspire hundreds of young students to love music as much as I always have."
—Sarah Sheppard '11
Music Maker
For alumna Katie Chmelko '09, music has always been a source of passion. A Philadelphia native, she played an active role in her high school's orchestra, chamber ensemble, and jazz band. Since that time, Chmelko developed a deeply rooted love for the fine arts here at Saint Mary's.
The personal attention and intimate relationships between students and teachers was the primary reason for Chmelko's college decision. "I am thankful everyday for choosing to come to Saint Mary's to be a part of this wonderful music program. [I had] such talented and wonderful teachers, and because the department is smaller we [got] the personalized attention that [was] needed for us to grow as students, performers, and future teachers."
Both a talented singer and instrumentalist, Chmelko completed a degree in music education. As a student teacher, Chmelko taught choral music to students at LaPorte High School in LaPorte, Ind.
Chmelko grew tremendously as both a musician and overall student at the College. In her senior year, Chmelko participated for the second year in a row in the College's High School Women's Choir Festival. Chmelko invested her time in conducting a piece for Saint Mary's Women's Choir.
Her courses in music theory and music history enabled Chmelko to better analyze and interpret a wide variety of musical pieces. She holds in high regard Professor Nancy Menk, her music mentor and student advisor since freshman year. "She has been a tremendous source of guidance and encouragement and has helped me discover my passion for conducting.
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Tendring District Council, Mistley, The Walls, TM1137332054
Status: Other/unknown (specify in notes)
Summary: The Walls is the highway running east/west along the river Stour between Mistley, New Rd at Mistley Towers and Manningtree, Quay St.
Description: To the north of the road the site is bordered by a close cut greensward and where mowers cannot reach, rough grass areas, then phragmites reedbed grading to salt marsh, mudflats and creeks. To the south there is the Mistley Place Park which includes a dense wooded area, ivy covered fencing, a pond and meadows. The pond is fed by local streams and passes under the road at a point known as Hopping Bridge. The outfall is by way of a sluice into a creek where at low tide many birds visit to drink fresh water. This site has easy accesss by road with frequent public transport passing along The Walls. It is well visited by naturalists, walkers, and in summer picnickers. Many visit to feed the herd of swans which are present all year round, attracting ducks, geese, gulls and waders. The saltings are use for the storage for wildfowlers punts while there are moorings in the estuary.
Reason for interest: The site is an important for over wintering birds, and offers many sites for hibernating invertebrates.
Comment: While strolling along the shoreline on 08/07/2013 found a a patch of Sea Milkwort on the sand/gravel patch the Towers end of the site.
Feeding frenzy at Hopping Bridge
Pintail (Anas acuta)
Sea Milkwort Lysimmachia maritima aka Glaux maritima 2
Sea Milkwort Lysimmachia maritima aka Glaux maritima
The Walls reedbed
Taking the waters at Hopping Bridge
The Walls with saltings
The Walls the highway
The Walls showing reedbed
The Walls from Skinners Wall TM104320
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Overall length: 47.5 cm / 18.7 inch
Blade length: 28.2 cm / 11.1 inch
Blade thickness: base 10.5 middle 11 mm, near tip 8 mm
Blade width: forte 70 mm, middle 61 mm, near tip 36 mm
Weight without scabbard: 1327 grams
Origin: South India. Possibly Tanjore (Thanjavur)
Materials: Iron & steel
Dating: 17th century
A large south Indian spearhead called sang, sanku or sanger.
It consists of a large, thick and wide blade with a slight bend. I believe this was to make the weapons more versatile and make it better for the cut as well. It has four narrow but deep grooves on either side. The blade shows signs of a forge folded construction. The blade is held to the socket by means of two langets, attached to the base of the blade with three rivets.
The langets are chiseled with designs of yāli in bird form.1 Their heads are on either side of the langet while their bird-like tails join to form the palmate motif projecting forward. This is a typical motif found on various types of weapons from the Tanjore armory. The socket is entirely decorated with chiseled and engraved motifs. It has three bands of beaded rims and a large conical mouthpiece where the shaft is inserted. Between the rims the shaft and mouthpiece are decorated with geometric and floral patterns.
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A number of spears with very similar heads were presented to the Prince of Wales on his 1875-76 visit to India. They are now kept in Sandringham House, and were published in Arms and Armour at Sandringham by C. Purdon Clarke. Nine of the published examples were presented by "H. H. the Princess of Tanjore, Madras Presidency", two were presented by "the Zemindar of Salur, Vizagapatam, Madras Presidency" and the origin of two others is unspecified. All are believed to date from the 17th century.2
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An example in The industrial arts of India is described by Birdwood of being of Vizianagram work, based on Madras temple architecture.4
Spearhead published in Birdwood, 1880.
It differs to the spearhead presented here in some subtle ways like the shape of the base of the blade, the number of bands around the socket, and the shape of the thickened mouthpiece.
An example nearly identical to the one illustrated above was in the Richard R. Wagner Jr. collection. It was auctioned at Bonhams Knightsbridge, 29th of April 2016. Lot 19 for €3,211. Another, from the Jacques Desenfans Collection, was auctioned at Bonhams New Bond Street, 10th April 2008. Lot 284 for €6,306.
Lastly, where is a south Indian straight spearhead in the Metropolitan Museum, accession number 36.25.1931. It was purchased by Walhouse in Tanjore in 1863 during the disbanding of the Tanjore armory. It ended up with Oldman, who sold it to George Cameron Stone. The Metropolitan Museum obtained it at the bequest of Stone. It is dated to the early seventeenth century that has a decor nearly identical to the decor on the langets of our example.5
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1. Yāli are mythological creatures common in the arts and architecture of South India. They are composite animals, with a dragon-like head on lionesque or bird-like bodies. According to Brill's Encyclopedia of Hinduism the yāli serves as a conveyance of Kālī (a Hindu goddess), Durgā (a Hindu goddess) and Budha (a Hindu God associated with the planet Mercury). See: Brill's Encyclopedia of Hinduism Volume V Brill, Leiden, 2013. Page 33.
2. See: C. Purdon Clarke; Arms and Armour at Sandringham: The Indian Collection Presented by the Princes, Chiefs and Nobles of India ... in 1875-1876. The spears feature on pages 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 23 and 25. Their catalog numbers: 46, 47, 103, 104, 131, 155, 156, 186, 187, 236, 237, 319, 320.
3. Robert Elgood; Hindu arms and Ritual, Eburon Academic Publishers, Delft, 2004. Page 194.
4. George C.M. Birdwood; The Industrial Arts of India Vol II, Chapman and Hall LTD, 1880. Pages 12-13.
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Garrett Metal Detectors entered into its second half century of producing industry-leading metal detection equipment in 2015. Opening the doors of their new business in 1964, Charles Garrett and his wife Eleanor started to produce a line of metal detectors that quickly became synonymous with performance and quality. As the competition fell short of the standard that the Garrett line had set, the field began to thin out and Charles's team pressed forward with new and innovative products not only geared towards the hobbyist but eventually the security and military users as well. In 2008, the company introduced the Pro-Pointer which made treasure hunters worldwide take notice. Pinpointers had been around for years but they were clunky, difficult to operate and not very dependable in the field. As a result, most experienced detectorists opted to ignore the offerings on the market feeling that their pinpointing abilities did not require the use of an electronic aid to find a target. That all changed when the Pro-Pointer was released. Rugged, sensitive and easy to use, even the most experienced hunters found the Pro-Pointer to be an invaluable accessory for virtually all types of treasure hunting. Over time, other manufacturers started to produce pinpointers that looked similar to the Pro-Pointer but the Garrett remained the #1 seller worldwide when it came to handheld pinpointers. Not willing to rest on their laurels, Garrett released the next generation of pinpointers called the Pro-Pointer AT in 2015. The AT moniker stands for All-Terrain and with this comes a pinpointer that provides the functionality and dependability of the Pro-Pointer in a waterproof shell along with several other unique features that will be covered in this Field Test report. Having used the Pro-Pointer since it was first introduced, I was interested to see how the newest addition to the Garrett line compared to what I refer to as "ol' Faithful" thanks to the benefits it has provided and its overall reliability.
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Rounding out the package is a durable nylon holster that fits most belts including military style web belts commonly used by detectorists. While I had never considered that it had been used for a specific reason, the metal snap on the holster that holds the strap in-place alerts you if you place the Pro-Pointer AT back in the holster without turning it off.
Unlike a field test done using a metal detector where I try to hit sites that have either been heavily searched or where targets are deep to see just what the detector is capable of, my test of the Pro-Pointer AT was intended to see how it handled various ground conditions and how useful it was in recovering targets without damage.
Unfortunately with Daylight Savings time still being a week or two off and the weather in Tennessee being far from predictable this Winter, I had limited time in the evening during the week to do any detecting and test the Pro-Pointer AT. Several of the sites I visited were areas where targets tended to be deep and were often entwined in a mass of rocks and tree roots. The Pro-Pointer AT felt like as they say, "an old friend" in that other than the color, it felt like the Pro-Pointer I had come to depend on. I bumped the Sensitivity up to the highest level and based on the distance at which I was able to detect targets, could see that it was hitting them about 1/2 inch deeper than the original Pro-Pointer. With the limited light I had to hunt in, the built-in LED light was quite useful in finding targets in the loose dirt or embedded in the edge of the holes.
My wife Charlene and I took a weekend trip to Charleston to see my daughter and do a little detecting at some of the sites in the area. The first site we hit was a small neighborhood park in an older yet less-desirable neighborhood of the city. Knowing that the area had seen activity as far back as the late 1700's, we knew there was the potential to make some great finds. Finding signals was not the problem as there were multiple targets under the coil on each sweep. Unfortunately, even with a smaller coil, pinpointing and separating targets was a challenge. This is where the Pro-Pointer AT came into its own. After removing a plug, a quick scan of the hole located individual targets both in the plug as well as still in the sides and bottom of the hole. In several cases we recovered 4 or 5 targets from a 6-inch diameter hole ranging from recently discarded screw caps and pulltabs to Civil War vintage coins and relics. The Pro-Pointer AT saved us time and in the case of an 1862 Seated Dime recovered from alongside a solid pile of buried oyster shells and a pair of wine bottle caps, helped prevent damaging the better finds made at the site.
The next site we visited was Folly Beach which is a popular stretch of beach on the Atlantic Ocean. We timed the tide right and it was almost all the way out when we arrived. Hunting the now-exposed wet sand region, signals were few and far between so in order to test the Pro-Pointer AT, I started recover marginal signals. Opening a hole with my long-handled scoop, I checked the hole and saw the target now was in the pile of wet sand. Switching the Pro-Pointer AT on and approaching the pile, I found that it started reacting to black sand / saltwater as soon as the tip touched the sand. Tapping the main button, the Fast Retune circuit quickly eliminated the falsing and allowed me to easily find the target - a zinc penny that was corroded literally in half. I used the Pro-Pointer AT to locate a few targets that were still in the hole which had refilled with salt water. As I had done with the wet sand pile, by immersing the unit in the water and using the Fast Retune feature, the salt was ignored and the target located. As a note, I found the lowest sensitivity level provided the more stable operation when submerging the Pro-Pointer AT in the salt water. Considering the temperatures - both air and water - were less than inviting in February, I was not up to wading out to see how the Pro-Pointer AT worked in deeper water but I did find a 2-foot deep tidal pool that let me see how it handled full submergence. Tossing a coin into the pool I found that the vibrate function worked like a champ allowing me to easily locate the coin that had sunk into the loose sandy bottom. Letting go of the probe, I saw that it floated with the battery end up which ensures if you are using it in the water that you won't lose it if it slips from your hand. I made a mental note to attach a tether when I took it shallow water hunting after the weather warmed up.
The original Pro-Pointer set the standard for what a handheld pinpointer should be in terms of design and performance and as a result, it became the "must have" accessory for a majority of treasure hunters worldwide. The Pro-Pointer AT takes that now-legendary performance to the next level with increased & variable sensitivity, a retune function, lost pinpointer alarm, auto shutoff function and most notably, waterproof construction submersible to 10 feet. After using it at a wide range of sites, I found that the Pro-Pointer AT makes itself even more of a "must have" accessory than its predecessor. It's the accessory that the more you use it, the more you wonder how you got along without one and on more than one occasion I found myself turning around and heading back to the house to get mine after leaving it on the workbench. It is an ideal companion for beach and relic hunters that go from the dry land into water and want to be able to quickly recover targets they have found with their detectors. With the increasing number of waterproof detectors that are available today, the Pro-Pointer AT makes the ideal companion as it can be used alongside them without worrying about the possible impact water might have on it.
The Pro-Pointer AT lists for $149.95 and comes with a 2-year limited parts and labor factory warranty. For more information on the new Pro-Pointer AT or to request a copy of Garrett's Product Catalog contact the factory at (972) 494-6151 or 1881 West State Street, Garland, TX 75042 or check out their website with on-line videos, a data sheet and the manual for the Pro-Pointer AT at www.garrett.com. Be sure to mention you read about the new Pro-Pointer AT in Lost Treasure Magazine.


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An exploration of the historic connections between Psychology and Religion which are understood as foundational to both disciplines in Western thought. Students explore the work of William James, Carl Jung and other theorists and apply their understanding of religious phenomena and experience to both patterns of praxis and thought. The class probes the role of mysticism, prayer and meditation as manifestations of religion that can be best understood through the application of psychology. Cross-listed as REL 204 Psychology of Religion.
PSY 206 Positive Psychology - 3 credits
Positive Psychology examines empirically informed perspectives on what leads to happiness and living a purposeful life. This course will provide an overview of the research and applications in the field of Positive Psychology. Topics will include happiness, resiliency, optimism, relationships, self-efficacy, goals and optimal performance, well-being, gratitude, character strengths, motivation and flow, positive coping, and mindfulness.
PSY 209 Family Dynamics - 3 credits
This course is designed to help students acquire an understanding of a variety of issues affecting family functioning. Issues discussed will range from couples issues, stages of relationships, codependency in relationships, communication skills and how they affect the family dynamic, work and families, blended/stepfamilies, parenting styles, and different theories of family therapy.
PSY 211 Experimental Methods - 4 credits
An introduction to the scientific field of research and data analysis that is required for working in any area of psychology. Topics include qualitative and quantitative experimental methods, selection of subjects, validity and ethical considerations, literature searches, and composing APA-style documents. The SPSS computer package will be introduced along with descriptive statistics, and mini-field experiments will be conducted. This course is for declared psychology majors only. This course must be taken concurrently with SPS 170 Understanding and Using APA Editorial Style, and this course MUST be taken the semester immediately before PSY 212. Students must receive a grade of D or better in PSY 211 before going on to PSY 212. However, a student who does not earn at least a C or better in PSY 211 must retake PSY 211 at its next offering. A grade of B or better in PSY 211 is required to enroll in PSY 365 Psychology Thesis I and PSY 366 Psychology Thesis II.
PSY 212 Statistical Methods - 4 credits
A continuation of the exploration of the scientific field of psychology research and data analysis. Topics include theory, computation, and application of various descriptive and inferential (nonparametric and parametric) statistics. The SPSS computer package will be used for each data analysis method, and data analyses will be tied to specific research designs and mini-field experiments. This course is for declared psychology majors only. This course MUST be taken the semester immediately after PSY 211. Students must receive a grade of D or better in PSY 211 before going on to PSY 212. However, a student who does not earn at least a C or better in PSY 211 must retake PSY 211 at its next offering. A grade of B or better in PSY 212 is required to enroll in PSY 365 Psychology Thesis I and PSY 366 Psychology Thesis II.
PSY 213 Introduction to Research Methods - 3 credits
An introduction to the scientific field of research design, data collection, and data analysis required for working in any area of psychology. Topics include an introduction to and application of various experimental designs, the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, participant selection, validity and reliability, literature review, and APA-style. This course is for the SAGE Applied Psychology major only. This course must be taken concurrently with SPS 170 Understanding and Using APA Editorial Style. This course may be taken before or after PSY 214. A grade of B or better in PSY 213 is required to enroll in PSY 365 Psychology Thesis I and PSY 366 Psychology Thesis II.
PSY 214 Introduction to Statistics - 3 credits
An introduction to the scientific field of research design and data collection with an emphasis on data analysis required for working in any area of psychology. Topics include descriptive and inferential statistics for the analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data. Students will learn to analyze data using SPSS.
This course is for the SAGE Applied Psychology major only. This course may be taken before or after PSY 213. A grade of B or better in PSY 214 is required to enroll in PSY 365 Psychology Thesis I and PSY 366 Psychology Thesis II.
PSY 217 Careers in Psychology - 1 credit
This course will provide students with information and skills that will help them develop a portfolio, and select and pursue a career in psychology or a related field. This course should be taken in the sophomore or junior year.
PSY 220 Sensation and Perception - 3 credits
An in-depth study of sensory systems including vision, taste, olfaction, audition and somatic senses. Lab is required for Neuroscience majors.
This course fulfills a 3 credit SCI requirement for an Applied Psychology major, Psychology major or minor, and is cross-listed as NEU 220 Sensation and Perception.
PSY 220 01 Sensation and Perception Lab - 1 credit
In this laboratory, students will experience many hands-on activities related to the content area. Lab is required for Neuroscience majors, and recommended for Psychology and Applied Psychology majors.
PSY 222 Psychology in Current Events - 3 credits
The media and press play an enormous role in providing information and stories to the public; many are related to the field of psychology. This course will explore current news events and bridge the gap between psychological principles and theories and application in the real world. Discussion, dialogue, and debate will be used to stimulate critical thinking on controversial psychological issues.
PSY224 Women in the Workplace - 3 credits
This course examines the theory, research, and practice of various issues involving women in the workplace. Topics include: the history of women at work; nontraditional occupations and roles; gender differences in communication, leadership, and work styles; management and associated psychological paradigms; relevant legal and political issues; work-life dilemmas and personal planning and growth strategies. Active participation is required.
PSY 227 Principles of Helping Relationships - 3 credits
The goal of this course is to enhance student's ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Through experiential exercises and examples, students will learn the important skills necessary for successful relationships such as effective communication skills, building trust, and conflict resolution.
PSY 229 Introduction to Biological Psychology - 3 credits
The goal of this course is the study of the biological mechanisms of behavior. In this course, students gain knowledge about the various neuro-chemical and bio-psychological processes that are involved in behaviors. The course moves from an overview of how the nervous system works, how it regulates the various functions of the body, to how the biology of the nervous system influences individuality and behavior. This course does NOT fulfill a SCI requirement for an Applied Psychology major, Psychology major or minor. This course is cross-listed as NEU 200 Introduction to Neuroscience
PSY 230 Team Building and Group Dynamics - 3 credits
An overview of teams and groups in a social and work context. Discussion will include: the evolution and development of teams, the emergence of member roles and leaders, decision-making and problem-solving techniques, communication processes, power and conflict issues, management of diversity, and teambuilding strategies. Experiential exercises will be emphasized.
PSY 231 Social Psychology for Psychology - 3 credits
This course will examine theoretical perspectives as well as laboratory and field research demonstrating the importance of situational influences on behavior. Topics include: self-concept and presentation of self, attitude formation and persuasion, conformity and obedience, as well as factors influencing interpersonal attraction, interpersonal aggression, and pro-social behavior.
PSY 234 Ergonomics - 1 credit
This course introduces students to the area of "Human Factors", which applies knowledge of human behavior, abilities, and attributes to the design of tools, equipment, and large-scale systems (e.g., cars, kitchens) for human use. Psychologists in this growing area aim to solve "real-world" problems by improving the usability, efficiency, comfort, and safety of various products. Assignments provide hands-on analysis and discussion for design improvement.
PSY 235 Psychology of Adjustment - 3 credits
A study of the universal search by individuals for happiness, security and a healthy, meaningful life. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to: self-discovery in adolescence and adulthood, sickness, health and coping, and intimate relationships. The course will cover the adjustments to natural changes and tasks that accompany growth and development.
PSY 236 Sex and Gender: Critical Facts and Myths – 3 credits
Critical thinking will be the core theme in this course as we critique research and media on sex and gender. Topics ranging from whether there are sex differences in the brain and hormones; sexuality and sexual orientation; math, spatial, and verbal abilities; aggression, dependency, and masochism; and mother-blame will be examined. Different approaches to thinking critically about sex and gender research will be studied.
PSY 237 Addictions: A Biopsychosocial Approach - 3 credits
This course explores the nature of addiction in a seminar and small group discussion format. Video case studies, professional interviews, as well as video documentaries are presented. Particular emphasis is placed on biopsychosocial factors that influence the development, maintenance, and treatment of addictions.
PSY 242 Child and Adolescent Psychology - 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of child and adolescent psychology. Theory, research, and applied issues will be considered. Topics will include major theories and themes in developmental psychology, neural bases of cognitive development, temperament, parental and peer relations, development of the self, language and thought, emotional development, pro-social development, and diversity in development.
PSY 246 Motivation and Emotion - 3 credits
The course will cover motivation and emotion from various perspectives, including physiological and developmental factors, learning and cognitive factors, social and personality factors. Theories will be augmented by a careful examination of the empirical work in motivation and emotion, and the application of motivational strategies to everyday life.
PSY 249 Psychology of Dreams - 3 credits
Dreams have played a significant role in human civilization. The discipline of psychology has produced some of the most comprehensive theories about the nature of dreams. Indeed, dreaming as a state of consciousness has been the focus of scientific psychology for over one hundred years. This course is an in-depth exploration of the nature of dreams. We will begin with a historical and cultural exploration of dreams and then turn our attention to their psychophysiology. We will also review psychoanalytic and analytic perspectives on dreams. During the last half of the course, we will delve into the psychobiology of nightmares, dreams and creativity, research on lucid dreaming, and end the course with the examination of one of the most recent evolutionary theories about the function of dreaming known as the Threat Simulation Theory.
PSY 250 Lifespan Development - 3 credits
A theoretical and empirical exploration of human development from conception through the later years and death. Course content covers bio-social, cognitive and psychosocial development during each stage of life.
PSY 251 Health Psychology - 3 credits
Health Psychology is a rapidly growing field within the discipline of psychology. It is devoted to the understanding of psychological factors that affect health and disease. The course emphasizes theoretical developments and empirical findings in Health Psychology.
PSY 260 Seminar: Special Topics - 3 credits
Depending upon student interest, this seminar course at the 200 level covers topics, problems and/or methods not ordinarily included in regularly scheduled courses.
PSY 270 Psychology Internship - 3-6 credits
Many internships are available for students in the psychology program, any time of the year, in the Lehigh Valley, or near home. The internship program is a practical supplement to classroom education under the supervision of a faculty supervisor, on-site supervisor and the Director of Career Planning. It is a valuable way to "try out" a field or position that a student may think he/she might be interested in, and get involved in its daily activities. Internships may lead to employment opportunities or help make career decisions. Students may receive 3-6 credits for each individual internship and can accumulate up to 12 internship credits during the course of their college career. The program is open to all traditional and SAGE students who have completed 60 credits. Transfer students must complete at least one semester at Cedar Crest College to be eligible for an internship. Students must have at least 2.0 cumulative grade-point average to be eligible for an internship. Additional information regarding the procedures and requirements of the internship program are contained in the "Internship Program Guidelines" obtainable at the Career Planning Office as well as on the Career Planning home page. Please see your Psychology Advisor and the Career Planning Office for any questions and assistance with seeking a Psychology-related internship.
NOTE: PSY 270 does NOT count towards the Psychology/Applied Psychology major or Psychology minor, as PSY elective credit(s).
PSY 301 Psychology at Work - 3 credits
This course is a study of psychological concepts and methods applied to the workplace. Topics include: personnel selection and legal issues, training and performance evaluation, leadership, worker motivation and satisfaction, workplace communications and group behavior, organizational climate, culture and behavior, and workplace stress. This course is cross-listed as BUA 329 Organizational Behavior.
PSY 303 The Psychology of Anxiety - 3 credits
Anxiety is a complex construct that has played a key role in the development of several theories and systems of psychology. This course explores the many dimensions of this construct through the lens of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalysis, behaviorism, existentialism, humanism, psychophysiology, and cognitive psychology. The course will make a deliberate distinction between healthy and pathological states of anxiety. Additionally, students will gain knowledge about the differences and similarities between the experience of fear and anxiety with emphasis on the ontological nature of the latter.
PSY 304 Stress, Disease and Psychophysiological Interventions - 3 credits
The focus of this course is twofold. During the first half of the course, the psychobiology of stress and the deleterious effects of exposure to prolonged stress will be discussed. The second half of the course will focus on specific stress-related conditions, their etiology, and their treatment from a psychophysiological perspective. The course contains a formal laboratory component which will be used to demonstrate a variety of psychophysiological instruments. Students will be required to conduct basic experiments with the use of these instruments.
PSY 304 01 Stress, Disease and Psychophysiological Interventions Lab – 1 credit
In this laboratory, students learn how to use a variety of psychophysiological instruments for exploring the mind-body connection.
PSY 309 Abnormal Psychology - 3 credits
This course introduces students to the comprehensive, dimensional approach to psychopathology, as well as clinical assessment and diagnoses of mental disorders. Attention is given to the disorders listed in the latest Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Strongly Recommended: Junior Standing.
PSY 310 Forensic Psychology - 3 credits
A study of psychology and the law including the court system and legal process, psychological assessment applied to legal issues of child custody, mens rea defenses, developmental problems, problems faced by psychologists as expert witnesses, and criminal profiling. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 309, and junior standing is required (or permission of the instructor).
PSY 311 Criminal Behavior and Profiling - 3 credits
This course will provide a broad overview of criminal profiling, exploring both its psychological underpinnings and its practical application. A variety of types of profiling will be reviewed, but Turvey's BEA will be used to explain the process of profiling (including equivocal forensic analysis, victimology, crime scene analysis, and subsequent ideo-deductive conclusions). Although the course content will focus on profiling, violent offenders (especially serial killers), psychopathy and other mental disorders often associated with violent offenders are also included. Exercises develop students' observational skills, investigative skills, report writing skills, and presentation skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 309, and junior standing is required (or permission of the instructor).
PSY 312 Psychological Assessment - 3 credits
The goal of this course is to expose students to the theories and techniques of psychological testing. Students will learn the basic psychometric principles that apply to testing and learn about the applications of tests in various settings such as health, industry, clinical, and forensic settings. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in PSY 212 (or 214), and junior standing.
PSY 314 The Psychology of Stereotypes and Prejudice – 3 credits
This course will examine stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination through the lens of psychology. Specifically, we will examine the phenomena and processes associated with one's beliefs about members of social groups (stereotypes), attitudes and evaluative responses toward group members (prejudice), and behaviors toward members of a social group based on their group status (discrimination). Also, we will study how these issues impact the experiences of social group members. We will begin with introductory/historical background on these concepts and progress through discussions of the key experimental studies and the major theoretical perspectives that have sought to explain stereotyping and prejudice, and the ways in which psychologists' understanding has changed over the years.
PSY 315 Counseling Children - 3 credits
This course is designed to provide students with specialized knowledge and skills necessary for counseling children. The course will address individual and group techniques used in treatment such as play therapy, the use of art, puppets, games, etc. Students will also gain an understanding of the parent's role and family dynamics when working with children.
PSY 316 Systems of Psychotherapy 3 credits
This course is an in depth examination - on of the current major approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. The course explores psychoanalytic psychotherapies, client centered therapy, feminist therapy, cognitive therapy, existential therapy, rational-emotive therapy, behavior therapy, and multi-model therapy. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
PSY 317 Learning & Lab - 4 credits
This course is a broad introduction to basic principles of learning, including habituation, motivation, reinforcement, and discrimination, with emphasis on data derived from animal behavior. Laboratory research uses live rats as well as a few assignments using a virtual animal. Lecture three hours and laboratory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 211 (or 213) and PSY 212 (or 214) and junior standing.
PSY 318 Introduction to Learning - 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of learning, with an emphasis on principles of classical and operant conditioning as they apply to humans and non-human animals in both laboratory and real-world settings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 211 (or PSY 213) and junior standing.This course is for the SAGE Applied Psychology major.
PSY 326 Behavior Modification – 3 credits
Behavior modification explores the processes of creating and changing behaviors (in others or in oneself), as these processes have been discovered and refined by psychologists in the broader field of learning. This course is a study of the principles of conditioning and learning as applied to practical approaches of behavior management and change, including the formation of new behaviors, the elimination of existing unwanted behaviors, and the alteration of existing behaviors. Special attention will be given to behavior change in institutional and personal settings. Self-regulation and cognitive-behavioral techniques will also be discussed.
PSY332 Comparative Animal Behavior - 3 credits
This course will familiarize students with methodologies and major theories of comparative animal behavior, with an emphasis on evolutionary processes on behavior. Topics will include developmental, perceptual, cognitive, social, and physiological processes that motivate and direct behavior.
PSY 335 Cross-Cultural Psychology - 3 credits
An introduction to the field of cross-cultural psychology. Readings will be selected to demonstrate how psychologists are examining the many ways in which behavior, thoughts and feelings are influenced by an individual's culture. Emphasis will be placed on the methods by which psychologists study cultural differences with respect to development, cognition, gender and social behavior.
PSY 336 Cognitive Psychology - 4 credits
An overview of the scientific field of cognitive psychology. Students become familiar with the different areas studied in the field, including attention, perception, memory, decision-making, language and problem solving. Students critically read key research articles at the core of the field. Laboratory experiments provide an opportunity to experience the application of various principles and concepts discussed in class. Lecture three hours and one hour laboratory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 211 (or PSY 213) and PSY 212 (or PSY 214) and junior standing.
PSY 337 Introduction to Cognition - 3 credits
An introduction to the field of cognitive psychology. Topics to be covered include attention, perception, memory, decision-making, language and problem solving. Emphasis will be placed on human cognitive abilities and limitations. Outside readings and other media will provide students an opportunity to experience the application of various principles and concepts discussed in class. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 211 (or PSY 213) and junior standing. This course is for the SAGE Applied Psychology major.
PSY 339 Existential Psychology and the Search for Meaning - 3 credits
Explores the contributions of existentialism to the field of clinical psychology. Central to existentialism are concepts such as freedom, responsibility, anxiety, suffering, and search for meaning. These and other existential concepts will be explored through close examination of the works of authors such as Kierkegaard, Kafka, Tolstoy, Nietzsche, Frankl, Yalom and May.
PSY 344 Professional Ethics - 3 credits
This course uses the case study approach to provide general and specific guidance for ethical conduct in the science and practice of psychology. A variety of issues will be covered, including professional competence, confidentiality, client rights, animal and human research, informed consent, integrity and respect, as well as other topics. The primary goal of the course is to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary for ethical decision-making and ethical behavior. A secondary goal is to familiarize students with the history and current role of the American Psychological Association in establishing guidelines and professional codes of ethics for research, teaching, and practice in psychology. In addition, students learn about federal mandates (e.g., HIPAA), state licensure boards, and other legal and professional guidelines that apply in situations commonly faced by clinicians, researchers and instructors. Prerequisite: Junior standing. This course fulfills the Ethics requirement for the SAGE Applied Psychology major and also counts as a PSY elective.
PSY 350 History and Systems of Psychology - 3 credits
A study of major schools and systems of psychology, their historical and philosophical foundations and the people associated with the evolution of the field of psychology. This course is intended to provide an in depth understanding of the issues that have been important to psychology and an understanding of the discipline as it exists today.
PSY 351 Theories of Personality - 3 credits
Introduces the works of selected personality theories that explore human behavior and personality development. It includes representatives of the psychodynamics, trait, humanistic, and existential orientations. Strongly Recommended: Junior Standing.
PSY 360 Seminar: Special Topics - 3 credits
Depending upon student interest, this seminar course at the 300 level covers topics, problems and/or methods not ordinarily included in regularly scheduled courses.
PSY 363 Senior Capstone – 3 credits
Taken in the senior year, this capstone course for psychology and applied psychology majors integrates the knowledge students have learned in the various subfields of psychology; all graduating majors must register. This course includes current psychology topics, application of the field, and preparation for future careers. Required: Senior Standing.
PSY 364 Psychology Literature Review - 3 credits
A study of the steps involved in preparing literature reviews in the behavioral sciences. The primary focus is on collecting original research published in academic journals, selecting appropriate pieces, and writing and presenting a sound and comprehensive research review.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY 211 (or PSY 213) and PSY 212 (or PSY 214), and junior standing.
HIGHLY recommended for Applied Psychology and Psychology majors:
PSY 365 Psychology Thesis I - 3 credits
Provides the student with an opportunity to initiate and complete a research project in one of several areas predetermined by the course instructor. Grounded in the psychological literature, students will design a novel empirical investigation based on wok being done in the faculty mentor's lab/areas of research interest. Under faculty supervision, the student will be responsible for developing all stimulus materials and measures, and getting approval to carry out their research through the Cedar Crest College Institutional Review Board (IRB). Students will submit an APA-formatted research proposal at the conclusion of the fall semester, and will share their proposal with the college community at a poster session. At the end of the spring semester students are required to submit an APA-format manuscript based on their completed research, and present their research results at both the annual Cedar Crest College Health and Wellness Conference and the annual LVAIC Undergraduate Psychology Conference. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in both PSY 211 and 212 (or PSY 213 and PSY 214 for the SAGE students) is required to enroll in PSY 365. Senior standing is normally required, but advanced juniors may receive permission to enroll. An application/proposal must be submitted the spring semester prior to the planned research.
PSY 366 Psychology Thesis II - 3 credits
Continuation of year-long research project started in fall semester (PSY 365). Students will carry out their investigation, collecting and analyzing their data. Students will submit an APA-formatted research manuscript at the conclusion of the semester. Students are also required to present their research results at the annual Cedar Crest College Health and Wellness Conference, as well as at the annual LVAIC Undergraduate Psychology Conference, both at the end of the spring semester. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in PSY 365 is required in order for a student to continue on in PSY 366.


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Further pretrial filings in the Jack Gillean case will be sealed, Circuit Judge Charles "Ed" Clawson ruled on Friday.
Gilliean has pleaded not guilty to counts of felony commercial burglary and insurance fraud and a misdemeanor for an allegedly false financial statement. The allegations came in 2012, after Gillean resigned as chief of staff for the University of Central Arkansas when a UCA investigation found evidence that Gillean had allowed certain students to use a "master key" to access university offices, where they allegedly looked at professors' tests and, in one instance, stole prescription medicine.
Gillean's attorneys, Sam Perroni, Nikki Niccolo and Tim Dudley, claim in a motion asking to seal the case that local prosecutors "made inflammatory statements, commented on the evidence and intentionally leaked inflammatory material for the specific purpose of trying [Gillean] in the media ... [and that] many of the State's responses to motions filed to date were more in the nature of press releases rather than legal pleadings designed to address the issues." The motion also suggests that Deputy Prosecutor Troy Braswell's request that Gillean give a sample for drug testing was made soley that "his motion would be recorded in the press."
Perroni said in an interview on Monday that he didn't wish to comment beyond what was included in the motion, but did say that Judge Clawson "has been very diligent in trying to make sure that this trial is a fair trial for both sides, and that the jury gets to decide this trial based on the evidence and not newspaper headlines."
Gillean's trial is set for March 10 in Van Buren County. Gillean's attorneys successfully moved to have the trial removed to Van Buren County after arguing that media coverage had contaminated the local juror pool.
The order sealing the proceedings expires at the close of trial, at which point the press and public will have access to whatever information was sealed.


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New Music: Sol Anderson "I Think I Want You"
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