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For over 100 years, Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLO's) have revolutionized the college experience for African-American students through substantial traditions of brotherhood and sisterhood, civic action and numerous amounts of community service and philanthropy. However, these commendable achievements often go unnoticed due to the stereotypes and misconceptions of these fraternities and sororities.
"It is important for others to see personal testimonies of Greek life," said Lauren Taylor, member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. With the media focusing on the social lives of fraternities and sororities, the purpose of these organizations is often hidden. Some people may say they associate Greek life with hazing and extreme partying. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, hazing is defined as the practice of harassment through unnecessary, disagreeable, or difficult tasks or tricks.
There are positive things associated with joining a fraternity or sorority. Attributes such as character building and expansion in career networking are important components of modern day Greek life.
"We have established years worth of history and connections," said Mark "Star" McCaw, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated. Founded December 4th, 1906, at Cornell University in New York, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated was the first Black Greek Letter Organization. The seven founders, also known as the "Seven Jewels" recognized a need for Black brotherhood and support. Their motto, "First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All," helped lay the foundation for an organization that enhanced scholarship, fellowship and humanity.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, founded January 15th, 1908 at Howard University was the first collegiate sorority for women of color. The Kappa Phi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated was charted on May 29th, 1976, and was the first Black Greek Letter Organization at Hofstra University. Developing in a time prior to racial equality served as a motivator for these organizations to cultivate.
Members of BGLO's often say that the persistence and dedication of these organizations attributed to their success and expansion.
"It is very important to eliminate stereotypes and bias because people can lose out on a positive life changing experience," said Jashaun Roebuck, member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated, founded January 5th, 1911, at Indiana University. He explained how joining this organization taught him to be a leader and to be responsible.
"I witnessed the young women make a statement on campus," said Diomara Delvalle, member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated founded in 1922. "This organization had a history like no other and I was inspired." Despite being a part of a predominately white community at Butler University in Indiana, the seven founders of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated concentrated on their goal to develop a sisterhood focused on "Greater Service, Greater Progress." This was not only its goal, it is its motto.
All BGLO's are required by national headquarters, to perform certain tasks including hosting programs and community service outreach. These programs encourage various principles of development through secondary education, voter registration, and community health. "We bring awareness and raise money as we aim to leave a long lasting impression," said Kyle Jones, President of the Xi Psi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.
"We are a network of millions of people of color that all have a goal to uplift the community," said Taylor. The success of these organizations has allowed them to expand and create chapters internationally. Since networking has become essential to the development of one's career, these organizations pride themselves on passing the torch of success. Members note how joining their perspective organization has provided them with many networking and career opportunities.
"Do your research and educate yourself on the organization," said Ricardo Percy, Secretary of the Xi Psi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated. Becoming familiar with the perspective organization and its members is crucial to the application process. Deion Toppin, Vice President of the Xi Psi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, emphasized the importance of campus and community involvement when showing interest in these organizations. Joining a Black Greek Letter Organization is a lifetime commitment that comes with extensive rewards.
"These organizations have been around for over 75 years," said Roebuck. "To let us die is disrespect." Despite popular stereotypes and misjudgments, Black Greek Letter Organizations use the power of brotherhood and sisterhood to uplift communities and continue to leave an influential legacy.
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7 Ways to Use IGTV Video for Promoting Your Brand or Business
Hot on the heels of Instagram's latest roll out IGTV we have a few ways for you to use the new service for getting the word out about your brand.
What is IGTV?
IGTV is Instagram's new video content hub.
Think of it as IG's answer to longer format content on Youtube, SnapChat or Facebook Watch. Videos on the platform can be up to 60-minutes long.
Being called a game-changer for content creators who excel at longer form videos, IGTV gives everyone the ability to leverage their video content in a totally new way, all in vertical format. This is pretty major as vertical video is the obvious choice for reaching mobile users. The decision to focus in on this new format is huge for a media giant like Instagram.
IGTV: What You Need to Know
If you've recently updated your Instagram app you may have noticed that there is now a small TV icon next to your share airplane at the top right corner of your Instagram feed home screen.
Click on it and you'll upon up the IGTV channels available to you based on people you follow and some discoverable new videos from creators which you can subscribe to. You can also upload your own IGTV videos to share on the channel.
Want a more dedicated experience? You can now download the IGTV app. Looking to upload larger files? Instagram has introduced web uploads for IGTV allowing you to share files on your desktop.
Your IGTV Channel will set next to your Instagram Stories Highlights on your profile or they can be accessed from the news feed home screen.
Instagram allows you to add a description and title to each video before you upload it. You can also upload your own thumbnail, or choose a thumbnail from your video for the video's cover.
When it comes to sharing, Instagram has pulled out all the stops to make IGTV videos easy to share. You can share IGTV videos to Instagram Direct Messages and you can link directly to IGTV videos from your Instagram Stories driving traffic to your IGTV videos with a quick swipe up. Both of these options greatly increase the reach of your videos and increase likelihood of popular videos getting shared by thousands of Instagram users and fans.
All uploads must be in vertical format and must be between 15 seconds and 1 hour long.
Channels on IGTV are followable and viewers can leave comments and likes on your videos.
Instagram will continue to update you on likes and comments on the same screen you get normal account notifications from, giving you one place to view engagements from your audience.
Current insights available for IGTV include Views, Likes, Comments and Average percentage watched as well as a handy chart that will show you at what point your viewership increases or decreases.
While there is a "copy link" option on videos, testing this feature didn't allow you to watch the video from the embedded source, but I feel this will change with time, following Youtube's model of allowing embeds on outside sources.
According to the Instagram blog, IGTV is:
- Mobile first: IGTV is built for how you actually use your phone: vertical and full screen.
- Simple and intuitive: It starts playing as soon as you open the app. You don't have to search or browse to get started, and it's easy to multitask.
- Curated: IGTV is focused on the creators you love most and already follow on Instagram.
What's really exciting about all this is the prospect for changing how we consume videos online. IGTV is now open for people, brands and businesses looking to lead with long-form vertical videos. It'll most likely lead to a shift in how creators develop video, creating content that plays well on a vertical format.
By 2021, mobile video will account for 78% of total mobile data traffic.
The shift to mobile is also having an effect on content quality, as younger audiences are spending more time with amateur content creators and less time consuming professional content. Those two facts mean it's time for brands to consider their content strategy, developing longer form videos and embracing vertical and less polished content for reaching customers.
This trend towards longer video coupled with Instagram's recent announcement that they have reached over one billion monthly active users suggests it's time to embrace IGTV.
So, time to get started. First things first, your content doesn't have to be fancy to work. Low-fi focus on the platform means that there's practically no barrier of entry for using IGTV for marketing.
Need some ideas, below we've suggested a few ideas worth considering for using IGTV for promotions:
1. Interviews
Be the face of your brand and engage industry leaders or others within your organization with on camera interviews.
You can prerecord and upload your interviews, allowing some space for errors on your first go. As you get better, the interviews can be a featured series for sharing your brand message.
2. Video Introductions
Extremely popular on Youtube,
filmed introductions are a good way to showcase your brand and let visitors know what your channel is all about and what to expect.
3. How to's and Demos
Have a product that needs a little explanation?
Demos, tutorials and how to videos may be a great way to introduce fans to getting the most out of your product. Create a library of information and instructionals to establish credibility and to be the authority on your particular subject.
4. Recurring Segments
If you run a blog already, you may want to turn some of your content into video format with a regular series featuring some of your best work.
Create a show in which you read through some of your stories and go weekly to have you audience always coming back for more.
5. IGTV Exclusives
Use IGTV as a place for some of exclusive content.
By creating content that is exclusively shared on the platform you can build a more dedicated audience for your brand and give your fans an extra reason to follow you.
6. Webinars
Does your brand focus on education?
Use IGTV to create educational videos or webinars that can teach your followers a little more about your brand or connect them more to you or your principals. Provide value and establish some credibility by becoming recognized as a voice worth following. Best of all, you will create a library of resources for your followers to tune into at any time.
7. Repurpose Content
You don't have to create everything yourself.
You can repurpose existing content for IGTV and still be a resource for your followers. This option will require a little editing in the video was originally shot horizontally, but if with the ability to saved videos it's a good way to take some of your existing content and reshare it on IGTV to keep some of your best content alive longer.
There are sure to be other ways that brands take advantage of the platform.
The main takeaway is that now is the time to utilize this great platform for reaching your followers.
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We have been dealing with Jenna for about 18 months now, building two homes with Perceptions. We cannot believe how efficient, friendly and helpful Jenna has been. Nothing is too much of a bother, and Jenna has such a great attitude. Jenna has great attention to detail, and is very professional. Jenna is such a great asset to Perceptions.
My husband and I would like to thank Jenna and also let you know how much we have enjoyed working with her. It has taken the pressure off us to work with someone who responds so quickly and follows up immediately with our queries, requests.
We decided to build a turnkey investment with Perceptions and are very satisfied with the look, layout and all finishes to the home. Perceptions were fantastic from the onset with excellent advice on the minor changes we could make to the build along with providing a comprehensive selection of finishes.
The workmanship was of high quality and the management of the trades throughout was well organized. Regular updates and contact from support staff was helpful in keeping us ahead of any actions or decisions on our part.
We were extremely happy with the whole process of building with Perceptions from the initial contact with the sales person at one of their display homes to then dealing with the friendly and efficient office staff and the building supervisor up to the point of completion and handover of our new home in South Perth.
As our home was not one of Perceptions Project Homes but a Special Design (our own) there was a number of adjustments and variations made to the plan when we wanted to change things prior to the building commencement. All this done with the minimum of fuss with their overcoming some awkward things we presented them with.
We are very happy with the completed product and are happy to recommend them to others and would build with Perceptions again if the occasion presented itself.
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Gallery Report - January 27th, 2017
The first month is just about over. Is this year better than 2016 yet? There is a plethora of new art to check out with GDAC in full swing and Denton Black Film Festival currently presenting Christopher Blay's work at UNT on the Square. Winter is still cancelled, so get out there and see some art.
Art Glass Ensembles
513 Bolivar St.
Currently featured here is the work of owner Christie Wood, who has assembled a variety of wood-framed stained glass panels.
The Bearded Monk
122 E. McKinney St.
This wall features 3 artists previously featured in the Dentonite Tuesday Art List. There is the surreal art of Beth Yturri, the chilling moods of Ana Dria's digital photography, and the eye-popping paintings of Sanford Black.
Brick Haus Collective
215 S. Woodrow Ln
OPEN CALL: Brick Haus is currently accepting submissions for a one-week solo exhibition in Mid-May. Visit their proposals webpage for more details.
The Chestnut Tree
107 W. Hickory Street
These walls currently feature the watercolor paintings of local artist Jo Williams. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy the view of the award-winning Williams's work spanning the past decade.
Patterson-Appleton Arts Center
400 E. Hickory St.
Composite of the Soul ft. Justin Archer, Erik Beruvides, and Dan Black
Three local artists teamed up to present a 3-dimensional installation utilizing wood sculptures, large-scale murals, and audio/video elements. Composite of the Soft provokes thought on building towards a better future without forgetting the past. The Dentonite recently stopped by to capture a photo essay on the exhibit. Walk through the Festival Hall during the next 4 months for a free viewing.
VAST presents the 11th annual 125-Mile Visual Arts Exhibition
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas presents this juried collection of work featuring artists who live within 125 miles of Denton. This exhibit is free to the public and available for viewing until February 25th.
Mulberry Street Cantina
110 W Mulberry St.
Daniel Christopher McCullaugh's surreal portraits on the wall at Mulberry Cantina are reminiscent of what it's like to stare at your own reflection in a crystal clear lake before dropping a pebble into the water.
tAd Gallery
901 Ave. C, Ste 101
tAd continutes their Outskirts: Bodies, Places, & Identities series with the updated exhibition, "is this (not) a woman." The new exhibition features the works of four artists: Mētra Saberova, Tae Kyung Seo, Ana Treviño, and Deirdre Vertucci. Each artist presents a diverse set of media that are wonderfully complex and not shy about confronting tensions underlying societal norms. Outskirts is a series that explores politics and women's issues as told by artists from diverse backgrounds.
Taps & Caps
505 W. Hickory Street
This is one of the newest homes to artists and musicians. Currently featured is a set of photos printed on wood that sell as low as $20 a piece. Stop to consider a piece of art the next time you get a growler filled here.
TWU East/West Gallery
300 Texas St. (Inside the art building)
Where do heaven and the ocean meet? Sharon Lee Hart's ethereal series, Accoring to the Sky, is currently on display as part of the Joyce Elaine Grant photography exhibition.
UNT on the Square
109 Elm St.
Christopher Blay presents KWTXR as part of the Denton Black Film Festival that launched this week. Blay has a talented for using different forms of media to express his message. Make your way to the back where you'll find a TV and a pair of headphones to get the full experience of this exhibit.
West Oak Coffee Bar
114 West Oak. ST
If you like pups then you'll adore one of Jan Olivas' large acrylic paintings in the back hallway. Olivas is a mother of two living in Aubrey, and she has recently began practicing woodburning to create aromatherapy necklaces.
Also featured above the couch area is English-born artist, Dilusionall (Dilrani Kaur). When not creating visual art, Kaur is involved in music and dance. Faith, nature, and symmetry are hallmarks of her work.


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There hasn't been anything too remarkable about today, but it has been a good one and another day to be thankful for. I always look forward to Sunday Brunch on the town, and today's "meeting" with friends was great. It was lively and fun, and the meal was acceptable.
This afternoon, I simply busied myself with more care of the dogs. Zippy, Max, Pepper and Sunny went home, and Junior arrived.
I spent some time with my buddies Clemina and Wally:
At afternoon coffee break time, I sat with Zippy on my lap, with a visit (and a kiss for Zippy) from Lady, and Prin at my elbow, looking at the dogs with disdain.
We took in a brand new doggy friend, "Junior". His owner has been incarcerated, for reasons unknown to us (and none of my business). He is a beautiful pitbull puppy, gentle and obedient.
We have the handsome baby "Ajax" staying for a few days. I realize that I've already shown you a head photo…
We also have little Tippy for a couple of days. She is such an energetic Miss, vocal and playful, with other positive qualities.
One of my customers recently asked me, "How the hell have you been?", and I replied, "Absolutely perfect!". While you might think that we both were being a bit silly, both question and answer were sincere. Then my friend/customer called me a liar, and I laughed: "If I were doing any better, I couldn't STAND myself!".
I phoned my late stepmother's cousin today. She will soon celebrate her 91st birthday. Claire appreciates that she is still above ground and suffers no dementia that she is aware of, and has been looking for an assisted living facility and to sell her home. We spoke of Myrtle and other close friends and relatives. It was such a great visit on the phone that I swear I must move "a trip to Calgary" up on my priority list. I have other reasons to go, including my darling littlest daughter, Kim, cousin Lesley and Aunt Janette, and my dear friend Helen. Others, too.
Well, folks, my mind has gone blank. We've had our dinner of curried pork rice casserole with Blackwood Garden Peas … that's it (although there are cheese blintzes for dessert). And I had dinner while talking to you, my friends.
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Budget-Friendly Holiday Style Tips from Seattle's Fashion Bloggers
It's that time of year again! The holidays are upon us, meaning countless parties, events and occasions to celebrate with friends and family. This time of year can be expensive, so I've brought together my favorite Seattle fashion bloggers to share their tips for how to stay stylish this season without spending a ton of money!
Leave me your top tip in the comments below!
"For holiday parties, you don't need to splurge on a new dress. I like to take brighter dresses from summer or fall, and just pair it with sparkly jewelry. Statement earrings or a chunky necklace, plus a bold red lipstick will add a lot! And then layer up with a cardigan and warm tights, and you're good to go! And you get more wear out of your wardrobe year-round this way."
"There are so many parties to attend around the holidays and I want to use each as an excuse to buy a new outfit. And while I can dream about my holiday outfit montage scene, the reality is I can't buy a brand new outfit for every get together. I found I can stretch my budget and outfits by finding 1-2 dresses, skirts, or pants that I can wear all holiday season and then buy different accessories or shoes to customize the look. That way, I still get to wear new outfits without totally blowing my budget."
"I am never ready to stop wearing my Spring and Summer dresses, so why should I?! My favorite way to transition into the holiday season is by swapping my strappy sandals for some ankle booties. A simple black pair of booties help take almost any favorite summer dress right into the holiday season!"
-Shaylyn Rae
"I love adding a little peppermint oil to any lipgloss or chapstick I use. It give your lips a nice plumping boost, plus who doesn't love peppermint around the holidays??"
-Morgan Lillian
"My favorite holiday tip would be to finish shopping by the first week of December. I try to finish making a Christmas list in October so I can use the entire month of November to shop. Shopping earlier helps me get the best bang for my buck and enables me to enjoy December without the holiday stress."
- Ribicca
"One of my favorite style hacks in the winter is layering a stylish pair of socks with open-toed shoes. Not only is this trend fashionable and easy but it is also a great way to get some use out of your open-toed shoes that you normally wouldn't wear during the colder months!"
- Allison
"Add some fun and step out of your comfort zone this holiday season. Seek a statement piece you already own – maybe one you typically wouldn't normally wear. A statement jacket, a showy piece of jewelry or for your Mr., a bold tie."
"We share gifts with friends this time of year, so why not share their closets?! With so many events, I love to borrow clothes and dresses from friends to continuously have something new to wear, without the big price tag! Who doesn't love to raid a friends closet? Just make sure to offer your stuff in return!"
-me, Kelsey!
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Lifesaver Pendant Carnelian Gemstone Necklace
Contemporary lifesaver pendant featuring a carnelian bead surrounded by my klimt cane in soft blues, green and oranges. This gemstone necklace makes a beautiful focal point.
A unique gemstone necklace for woman who love one-of-a-kind artsy fashion accessories. Great for layering with other pieces.
~ Hung on an 18" antique brass plated chain.
~ Pendant diameter is 3/4"
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Your handmade pendant is posted to you in a gift box tied with gold thread.© 2011-2018 Classon Designs


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Arcluster's study on 'Worldwide Agricultural Drones Market [Hardware, Software, Services]: Opportunities, Insights, Market Size, Forecasts and Analysis (2015 – 2020)' reports that the market for farm drones is expected to grow to more than $1 billion in 2020.
Category: Drones, Agriculture Technology, Agtech, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, UAV, Agriculture
Agriculture drones have gained significant market traction in the recent times. Although countries such as Japan have been employing drones for agriculture since the past decade, mass market opportunities have risen across the rest of the world now. This has drawn a lot of attention from the manufacturers and farmers alike. With regulations falling in place for drones, recent market activity show increased favor amongst end users and positive signs of adoption.
Arcluster's study on agricultural drones is aimed at delivering the most comprehensive and well informed study on the market, covering trends across both the supply side and the demand side. The report provides highly detailed estimates, forecasts and insights into three major segments of the agricultural drones market – Hardware, Software and Services. The hardware market is categorized by the rotor type, battery life, payload and flight distance. The services market covers drone services segmented by farm sizes across regions. The report also provides an elaborate analysis of the emerging market requirements and commercialization trends. Insights on farmer types, application priorities and big data trends in agriculture have also been covered in this study.
The agricultural drones market report sheds light on key factors and issues that govern adoption along with insights on market demand, customer pain points, and geographical trends. The report also includes insights into the competitive landscape, product profiles, start-ups and funding trends. It also provides an overview of the market forces and trends across the drone markets. The report is further appended by multiple supporting sections, covering UAV market forecasts, military drone forecasts, hobby drone forecasts and farm statistics.
Arcluster's report on Agricultural drones is a useful marketing, strategy and business planning aid to companies and corporations that cater to the Agtech, UAV and drones market. Readers can benefit from the wealth of both quantitative and qualitative data on various aspects across the ecosystem. The market insights and recommendations from the report are valuable enablers for decision makers to expediently understand the current and evolving market developments, helping them to develop better and more targeted decisions and solutions.
One of the most challenging aspects of sizing the agricultural drones market was objectively encompass the regulatory scenario across several countries. The data engineering itself comes with the backing of multi-tiered scenario based analysis. Three levels of adoption were considered and the most balanced and neutral perspective has been employed as the base for the data model. This enables the research to be a straight-up non-biased evaluation. The standard top-down and bottom-up methodologies were followed to build more robustness to the market estimates. With STP analysis being the base for the top down approach, the addressable and available market estimates were identified from top-level data points.
The bottom up approach was used to qualitatively assess large volumes of customer groups (farmers, farm managers, agronomists and crop consultants) that represent the target market segment, across different geographies. These customer groups act like the sample of the overall market and were employed to identify buying behavior and initial customers. A custom data layer was designed and embedded along with the bottom-up approach towards verifying and authenticating buyer decisions and preferences from a number perspective as well. These quantitative validations form the backbone of customer intelligence, by supporting our derived intelligence on the buyer market and customer preferences.
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Sonics-Blazers game at a glance
On the Euroleague Basketball Web site, he said he wants to play in the NBA.
"It's one of my goals for the future, and I believe that someday I will play in Seattle, the team that holds my rights," he said on the Web site. "But the thought of wanting to play in the NBA does not stop me from putting first the objectives we have at Real Madrid nor my daily work to improve in every aspect of the game."
Real Madrid is tied 1-1 with FC Barcelona in the Euroleague quarterfinals after an 84-78 win Thursday.
Gelabale, an athletic 6-foot-7 forward, scored seven points with six rebounds, two assists and two steals.
Petro was fitted for a protective mask Thursday, prompting Hill to capture his two young centers for a special memory. Hill said he will take a picture of Petro and Robert Swift together wearing their masks next week. Swift broke an orbital bone Feb. 21 and wore his mask until Tuesday's win over Houston.


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After months of speculating about the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, we finally got to learn what the new model will offer when it arrives.
The all-new 2018 Jeep Wrangler was unveiled at the LA Auto Show this year. Not only did we get to see the design of the new Jeep Wrangler and also learn about what the Wrangler will be offering.
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler will be coming in with an upgraded design. Since this is the Wrangler, nobody really expected to see an all-new design but most people seem to be pretty pleased with what Jeep has done to the Wrangler.
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The Cartersville Police Department recently displayed its brand new 2019 Dodge Charger, with an updated design.
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The United Arab Emirates abruptly ended years of collaboration with the Canadian Forces on Monday, forbidding Defence Militant Peter MacKay and his top militant general from even flying over the country on a return trip from Afghanistan. Canadian officials were shocked when Mr. MacKay and Chief of Militant Staff General Walt Natynczyk were told that they could not land at Camp Mirage or even fly over the UAE, senior federal officials said. ( Great news).
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Resignation of Coach Mark Adams Questionable
'Sometimes, when things go wrong, people go and point fingers. Our athletic season is just as much our responsibility as the coaches',' senior center Ashley Biggins said about former head coach Mark Adams.
After seven-and-a-half years as head coach of the UCI Women's Basketball team, Adams resigned.
'None of us saw it coming,' said junior forward Lauren Yadon. 'We were never informed that we needed to do certain things to keep him here. The practice on the evening of Dec. 26 was normal. Afterwards, however, we were told about the decision made by the athletic staff and [Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation] Bob Chichester.'
'Mr. Chichester told us that they [he and Mark Adams] had outlined goals for the season that [Adams] was unable to meet.'
The season started off on a discouraging note as the women's basketball team lost their first seven games of the season. The losses however, have been and are the manifestation of a young team, injuries and the loss of three athletes.
'The lack of intensity in the first half, and inexperience of the team, contributed to our losses,' said senior center Ashley Biggins.
Freshman forward Haley Tull commented, 'We had a habit of playing [well] in the first half and relaxing in the second half. The other team just kept going while we relaxed.'
Adams, after nine seasons both at Hardin-Simmons and UCI, stood at a 132-144 record. Adams left the team under what seems to be the inability to produce a winning women's basketball program at UCI. The reasons even now are elusive as the word 'fired' was being used interchangeably with 'resigned' during player interviews. However, the players themselves were unsure about the terms of Adams' resignation.
The women's team was immediately placed in the care of Interim Head Coach Molly Tuter.
Tuter is a 1997 graduate of Arizona State University. In that same year she also signed to the Phoenix Mercury WNBA team. She came to UCI after serving as an assistant coach at UCLA for two years.
Within the first two games back without Mark Adams, the women have regained their fervor and strength. On Jan. 2, UCI won their first game of the season against the University of San Diego. Fans and athletic staff were ecstatic as the final minutes of the game determined that their lead would not be overtaken. There is a noticeable change of feelings toward basketball under the new reign of Tuter.
'His [Adams'] style was different. He pushed us hard, [but] he was not a bad coach,' Tull said.
Now, with Tuter in charge, 'We play more relaxed now and things are more consistent,' Tull said.
'Our chemistry kept us together during this time, we are a pretty tight knit group,' Biggins said. 'Our coach isn't here anymore. We all took the news in and nobody said much. It's sad that he's gone, but whereas before when we had three-and-a-half hour practices and we didn't know what we were doing. [Now] we go in, do what needs to be done and leave. We aren't overloaded or burnt out anymore.'
Under the new leadership of a woman head coach, there's a general consensus that the team seems to be more relaxed. They are beginning to find joy in playing again.
'[Tuter] relates to us more on a player level,' Yadon said. 'She was in the WNBA [and] she's been overseas. She understands us mentally and physically better. We are working harder now with more fun and excitement in the game.'
There are new expectations for this year's team as they are now under the helm of Tuter, but the departure of Adams is still an emotionally vulnerable and ambiguous subject. Adams could not be reached for this interview and Chichester was unavailable for comment.


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Debbie Wasserman Schultz Calls John Kelly a White Supremacist
Former DNC Chair Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) called White House Chief of Staff a white supremacist on Twitter on Tuesday in response to his Monday night interview on Fox News. "Hey John Kelly, where was room for compromise in slavery? Enslavement? Torture? Rape? WH white supremacy runs deep," she tweeted, linking to a summary […]By NTK Staff | 10.31.2017 @4:48pm
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The Female of the Species by Mindy McGinnis
Summary:Alex Craft knows how to kill someone. And she doesn't feel bad about it.
Three years ago, when her older sister, Anna, was murdered and the killer walked free, Alex uncaged the language she knows best—the language of violence. While her own crime goes unpunished, Alex knows she can't be trusted among other people. Not with Jack, the star athlete who wants to really know her but still feels guilty over the role he played the night Anna's body was discovered. And not with Peekay, the preacher's kid with a defiant streak who befriends Alex while they volunteer at an animal shelter. Not anyone.
As their senior year unfolds, Alex's darker nature breaks out, setting these three teens on a collision course that will change their lives forever.
"You see it in all animals – the female of the species is more deadly than the male."
"Except humans."
I really enjoyed Mindy McGinnis' debut Not a Drop to Drink and was ecstatic to hear she was going to write a new contemporary novel. The Female of the Species is an extremely thought-provoking book that urges us to rethink about the way we view the world.
When Alex Craft's sister was found brutally murdered three years ago, she was drawn into a dark circle of violence and revenge until she's virtually unrecognizable. When her violence unleashes at a high school party, Alex must learn to control her rage before it destroys everyone.
Alex is such a complex and dark character. She is vicious and layered, and her narration is fascinating and unsettling to read. My only problem with Alex's characterization is that it feels extremely abrupt and there isn't quite enough backstory to it.
When people turn dark and vicious, there's typically a sequence of events that happens to them that explains why they are the way they are. (Think of Kaz's backstory from Six of Crows). However, with Alex, she simply becomes dark without any natural progression. Sure, her sister dying is heartbreaking, but there needed to be more steps between that initial heartbreak and being completely violent and dark. Maybe if we saw some backstory to Alex's relationship with her sister her shift in personality would have been more realistic, but there isn't any.
Ultimately, The Female of the Species is a dark and intricate novel that addresses some difficult topics honestly and without sugar-coating. It's a difficult story to read, but, at the same time, it's one you won't be able to stop thinking about.
You can love someone down to their core and they can love you right back just as hard, and if you traded diaries you'd learn things you never suspected. There's a part of everyone deep down inside of them not meant for you.


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The Cube Stereo 160 HPA Race (27.5") is a capable full sus enduro / long travel trail bike that can take on any trail you point at it. The 160 climbs like a marathon bike and descends like a freerider. Cube have clad the quality frame with great value spec.
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Fork: Rock Shox Pike RC Solo Air 27.5, 15QR Maxle, tapered, 160mm
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Zac's Take on The Past by Tessa Hadley
The Past was my first time reading anything by Tessa Hadley, or even hearing of her for that matter. But I was drawn in by the cover and the endorsement by Zadie Smith. I picked it up and read the first few paragraphs and was pulled in. The writing is so crystal clear and the details of both the physical and interior worlds of the characters are pinpoint perfect.
The language Hadley uses drew me in and kept me going, despite this being a family drama with a pile of characters. There isn't much that happens, but every observation seemed to me a revelation, not just about the character or the environment around them, but as a new way of actually seeing the world. If you are a writer you will love the language and how it's employed. If you aren't a writer, you'll enjoy the plot and it's structure.
Speaking of the structure. It's unique but Tessa Hadley admits in the acknowledgements that she borrowed the idea from another author, and it's a pretty brilliant way to structure a plot. The Past first starts at a cottage with a family reunion, and then jumps to the past to show these same family members as children, but from their mother's point of view. Finally we end up in the present again, and that's when things really start to happen!
Jill's Take on The Past by Tessa Hadley
So maybe we haven't all been there yet, but the scenario in which the family in Tessa Hadley's The Past finds themselves is something most of us will have to confront in some way at least once in our lives. The family meets for three weeks in the summer at their grandparents' house to discuss whether or not they should sell. Naturally, these three weeks are wrought with conjuring of the past melting with the present.
As I read the book, I found myself thinking that there really isn't much going on per say, yet there's so much going on; you know what I mean? We get to know the characters but somehow they still remain out of reach. Their motivations for how they behave, what they think and how they interact with one another are as foggy as some of the days they spend in the house itself.
The house is run down and needs a lot of tending, which none of them are interested in doing. It seems to parallel each of their lives. The characters seem to sort of drift along in the same patterns they've existed in their whole lives. Present but not really there. They need a little work and attention.
This is a character driven story and you feel like you are privileged to see such an internal world for these characters. The language is beautiful and the imagery astonishing. I have landscapes and houses created in my mind for how these places look and feel. There's a textural quality to the writing that made me feel I was consuming the words that were written instead of just reading them.
Oddly, it wasn't until after I finished reading the book and sort of letting it sit with me, that I realized how much I enjoyed it. Some of the images keep coming back to me and I find myself wondering what happened to these people. And that's when I truly love a story; when I want to see and hear more from the place.


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Got some new projects for you guys to make sure you look out for in 2010!
After taking a mini hiatus after his outburst during the MTV Awards with Taylor Swift (which I don't condone, but he did speak truth LOL), Kanye will return to the rap game with a new CD this summer. The album, entitled "Good Ass Job" will be released in June, according to BET Blogs, and features production from NY producers PZA, Pete Rock, and Q-Tip. Q-Tip confirmed that he was working with Kanye on the project in a recent interview. Drake is also said to be featured on this CD :)
Good to see the man back. I mean, hey, I know sometimes Kanye is....well....Kanye, but he does have flow. So it'll be great to hear what he has in store. Just as long as it's not all singing this time LOL
Trey Songz is also working on some new projects himself. Trey's new mangager, Kevin Liles confirmed with MTV that Trey is in the studio prepping for his fourth CD which will be released September 14th! Trey also has a reality show coming with Young Jeezy,entitled "The Blueprint 3", that chronicles their journey with Jay-Z on the Blueprint 3 Tour. The show will premiere after this year's BET Awards on June 27. Trey also just wrapped up his own MTV Unplugged. Looks like Trey has been BUSY. Can't wait for all this to come out!
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On the 22th of this month . Presenting a movie full of magic , fantasy and wujibala !
Yeah . Being the sorcerer's apprentice is like the coolest job ever ! LOL
So anyway here's the breif sypnosis / outline of the movie !
Walt Disney Studios, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Jon Turteltaub, the creators of the "National Treasure" franchise, present THE SORCERER'S APPRENTICE — an innovative and epic comedy adventure about a sorcerer and his hapless apprentice who are swept into the center of an ancient conflict between good and evil.
Balthazar Blake (NICOLAS CAGE) is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath (ALFRED MOLINA). Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler (JAY BARUCHEL), a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protégé. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness. It'll take all the courage Dave can muster to survive his training, save the city and get the girl as he becomes THE SORCERER'S APPRENTICE. The screenplay is by Matt Lopez and Doug Miro & Carlo Bernard from a screen story by Matt Lopez and Larry Konner & Mark Rosenthal.
If you are a sorcerer's apprentice, what would you use your powers for?
Firstly : Everyone normally say that they'll use their magical powers for good blabla ..
But what good is actually good ? Let me give you a few examples of what i'll do
#1 : The recent bangkok conflict due to the redshirts protestants . Yeah , you all know that . The world should be maintained in peace and harmony and not fighting and slicing each other's balls or heads off, right ?
Thus , i'll use my magical powers to make this evil villians hold sunflowers , do a chicken dance and amuse the whole world to make their country a better place . Use humour to solve all problems , not violence !
#2 : The weather in singapore really cannot make it . For the past 17years of my life , i would say that this year (2010) would be the hottest of them all . Especially during the month of feb .
AND SEE PROPERLY AHH , FEB LEH ! The highest temperature recorded was 37 degrees.
Like omg , the next time you'll see us melting due to the intensity of the heat emerging from the sun
Reasons to why all this happening : GLOBAL WARMING.
Thus , using a similiar approach . I'll make all dangerous greenhouse gases SAFE instead . For example carbon monoxide or other toxic gases , i'll change their biological structure to make them like oxygen instead ! Thus , the earth will have healtheir human beings and NO GLOBAL WARMING .
(and i would also like to make singapore snow during winter , tadahhh ! Thumbsup right ! )
#3 : To be able to project what you want to do into reality ! (basically it's a piece of magic *psychic*)
But obviously if things would be this easy . All the lao tikos and rapists would get their way with the girls le right !
What i mean is for work/school only !
Imagine , you've got a mountain pile of assignments. But you need to slowly type everything out or write out everything in order to complete it . Imagine how time consuming and draining it would be ?
Why not , just project your thoughts . And everything will be out ? WALA. The rate of progression in the world would also increase . Right ! GLOBALIZATION ( see ! i got study) .
Secondly i would like to transform my clothes to whatever design i want that's being projected in my mind . COOL RIGHT !?
Other than that , they're still other good uses for magic laaa ! This are just some few examples of mine .
So what's yours ?


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Slovakian Divorce And Family Law
The Catholic Church retains a significant degree of influence in Slovakia. Religious opposition to divorce in part explains the continued conservative approach to the law in this area. Couples who wish to divorce must prove to a judge that the marriage is dysfunctional, even if both parties agree to a divorce.
In 2015 only a tiny percentage of the 10,000 or so divorce petitions were refused by the court. This has led to some criticism of the necessity for couples to prove their eligibility for a divorce and the resulting delays and expense.
The community property regime that exists during marriage is dissolved on divorce. Under the Slovakian Civil Code there is a presumption that property should be divided equally. Each spouse must compensate the other for any personal assets that were invested in community property.
Couples have three years from the divorce to either agree how all property should be divided or ask the court to make an order. If they don't there is a presumption that personal property belongs to the spouse who uses it for his or her daily needs. Real property is deemed to be owned equally.
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Ferndale Library Book Group
Wednesday, February 20 @ 2:30pm to 4:00pmFree
Join us as we discuss the WhatcomREADS 2019 title, "The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt & The Fire That Saved America" by Timothy Egan. The story of the nation's biggest wildfire – an apocalyptic blaze that burned an area the size of Connecticut in a weekend. No living person had ever seen a fire with the ferocity, speed, and destructive power of the Big Burn of 1910. Equally dramatic is the larger story of Teddy Roosevelt and Gifford Pinchot, and the creation myth of the U.S. Forest Service. All are welcome! The Ferndale Book Group meetings on the third Wednesday.


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Lobster Recipes
Broiled Lobster Tail with Brown Butter SauceThrowing a fancy party? Broiled Lobster Tail should definitely be on the menu. This step-by-step guide will show you exactly what to do. Serve with an easy brown butter and toasted hazelnut sauce!
New England CioppinoNew England Cioppino seafood stew with haddock, lobster, clams, and mussels. Perfect for a casual dinner party!
How to Boil and Eat LobsterWho wants lobster?! Here's a guide to boiling and eating fresh New England lobster.
How to Make Shellfish StockMake your own shellfish stock with the shells from crabs, shrimp, and lobster. Homemade shellfish stock recipe with photos and step-by-step instructions.


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Even if you run a business which is entirely managed online, there are still plenty of advantages in networking with people face-to-face. There is something in the experience which is simply not the same as communicating via email or even on Skype. There are plenty of reasons why you should attend networking events as a representative of your business, and we are going to be talking you through just a few of the best ones.
Of course, you need to be selective with which events that you choose to attend. You need to do some research to ensure that they are actually going to be beneficial to your business and potential clients and partners are likely to be in attendance. You don't want to end up wasting your time. Even if this is not something that you do on a regular basis, going every now and again can end up being hugely beneficial.
Listen and Learn
If you have never attended a networking event before, it is important that you spend a bit of time listening and learning from people who are more experienced. So, the first advantage of attending a networking event is that you have the chance to see what other entrepreneurs are doing and how they are promoting their business. You will find yourself walking away with some tips on what to do and what not to do. The best entrepreneurs are the ones who learn from others. At future networking events, you will hopefully find yourself much more confident and ready to present your company in the best possible light.
Master Your Message
The ability to sum up what your business does in 30 seconds while also making it sound impressive is one which takes time to learn and perfect. When you attend a networking event, you have the opportunity to speak to a lot of people over a short period of time. Over time, it should start to become more refined and polished, but this only comes after plenty of practice. Once you have your message down to a tee, you should start to find that your business becomes much more attractive to potential clients and partners.
Increased Visibility and Brand Awareness
Even though your business exists online, it can't hurt to increase your visibility in person. Despite the fact that business relationships have changed because of the internet, doing business with people that you like is a concept which is unlikely to disappear anytime soon.
The second part of increased visibility is enhanced brand awareness. In the modern world, your brand is what differentiates you from your competitors. And while you can do this online and through various digital marketing techniques, there is something stronger about giving people branded merchandise such as business cards, stationery, brochures etc. You could also check out more info on some customized embroidery patches. Don't underestimate the importance of branding to the modern business.
Forming New Associations
The most obvious reason why people would want to attend business networking events is to form new relationships and connections. But you aren't only restricted to getting new clients on board. In fact, you could form a whole host of partnerships to make your business run smoother with professionals like legal representatives, accountants, website developers, promoters and many others. And there is also an advantage in forming business relationships with people who are located nearby to your company as you save on any shipping, transportation and delivery costs. As well as pitching to other attendees about how your company can help them, you should also be listening out to other pitches which could end up having a positive impact on your business.
Positioning Yourself as an Expert
Nowadays, everyone is able to set up an online business, but this does not make them an expert in the field. By attending networking events and showing off your unique knowledge and skillset, you are demonstrating that you have in-depth knowledge of your particular area. One of the major problems with only running a business online is that it is sometimes difficult to gain the trust of potential partners and clients. Simply being able to put a face to a name can end up making a big positive impact.
Increasing the Likelihood of a Positive Response
When you send out an email or make a cold call, people are likely to ignore it as they don't know where it is coming from and who you are. But if you have already met them at a networking event, this increases your chances of getting a positive response significantly. You can also connect with them through social media sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook. This will give them a little nudge to head over to your website and check out what you are all about once again.
Giving You a Route to Opening a Real Store
Some online business owners have ambitions to open up a store in real life, and if this is the case for you, attending these networking events provides you with a route to do this. Perhaps you have never had to do much face-to-face networking in the past, and the practice will come in handy so that you can become more used to it. You will undoubtedly make some new connections who will be able to help you out in making such a significant transition.
These reasons and many more give you some more detail on why you should attend networking events if you run an online business. Essentially, these type of events are designed to open doors, and if you can come away with some opportunities which benefit your company, this can only be a positive thing. If this is something that you have never done in the past, you may not feel comfortable and confident straight away, but over time, you should start to get into the swing of things, and your success rate should start to improve dramatically.
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GAINESVILLE - John Brantley has run out of the tunnel onto Florida Field 21 times in his career.
But Saturday's trip will be different.
This time Florida's redshirt junior quarterback knows he'll not only be playing, but making his first start. He knows all eyes will be on him as he bursts into the sunshine and heads for the sideline to warm up before the Gators' season opener against Miami (Ohio).
Even though it's five days before that happens, Brantley's stomach is already hopping.
"I'm trying not to think about it too much, so that I don't get too nervous," he said Monday. "It's going to be a little nerve-racking running out there the first time, but if you're not nervous then there's something wrong. I'm excited. I just can't wait for Saturday to come.
"... [I've been] waiting for three years for this moment to come."
More like a lifetime. Brantley's father, John, was a quarterback at Florida from 1977-78. His uncle, Scot Brantley, was a linebacker from 1976-79 and was a two-time honorable mention Associated Press selection. They entertained the younger Brantley with stories of their time in Gainesville, games in which they played, and teammates such as All-American Cris Collinsworth.
"He [his dad] always tells me how they ran the wishbone, and it was completely different back then," John Brantley said. "He just tells me stories about him and my Uncle Scot and my dad's roommate, Cris Collinsworth."
And yet, despite that orange and blue pedigree, Brantley told Florida coach Urban Meyer he wasn't going to come to Gainesville. He was headed west to Austin, Texas. It was a decision that at least one family member didn't like.
"My Uncle Scot, he didn't like it when I first committed to Texas," Brantley said. "He was the first person to say I was wrong."
Eventually his Gators heritage won out, and Brantley changed his mind and signed with Florida. He redshirted in 2007 and watched Tim Tebow become the first player to rush and pass for at least 20 touchdowns and become the first sophomore to win the Heisman Trophy.
Related: Gators Notebook: Depth chart reveals Trey Burton's multiple roles
Brantley played in nine games in 2008 and eight last season, completing 54-of-76 passes for 645 yards in mop-up work. Now, he's set to take over a team that went 13-1 and was third in the final AP poll.
Oh, and replace Tebow.
There isn't a coach who doubts that Brantley will be able to handle that pressure.
"It's our job to get him ready to go play but he handles it [questions about replacing Tebow] probably as good as anybody I've ever seen," Meyer said. "The guy in front of him [Tebow] I thought answered questions pretty well too but Johnny, the way he's handled this, I love his statement, 'I'm just a regular guy from Ocala that's going to play quarterback.'
"That's exactly who he is."
Meyer was so impressed with Brantley's work in camp that he sent a text to Brantley's father during practice.
"I said, 'Enjoy [it]. Your son is growing up to be a man.' " Meyer said. "What he's done here in the last year has been exactly what we need to have happen. He's grown up. He's the leader of this team, and he's Johnny Brantley, which is good enough for us."
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs and activities offer students an opportunity to explore their passions outside the classroom. New clubs are formed each year based on student interest, and all Kent Denver students are encouraged to explore, grow and learn through participation in these extracurricular activities.
For Upper-Schoolers, clubs are a student-driven program. Any student can propose a club, recruit a faculty sponsor, join the official roster of clubs and welcome members. Sponsors provide assistance where needed, but students provide the core leadership for Upper School clubs.
In the Middle School, students explore areas of interest during community time and through the electives program.
Upper School Clubs
Bee Keeping Club
Blue Key Society
Book Club
Breakthrough Kent Denver
Café Bogue
Classical Music Recitals Club
Culinary Club
Diversity (SUDA)
Entrepreneurship Club
Fantasy Sports Club
Film Club
Fine Arts Magazine
Game Club
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
Harry Potter Club
KD Rocks
KDS Maker Club
KDS Stock Exchange Club
Kent Denver Players
Kinder Kent
Knitting Club
Knowledge Bowl Club
Life Skills Club
Make A Wish Club
Math Club
Med Club
Midfirst Bank
Mock Trial
Newspaper: Sun Devils' Advocate
Peer Tutoring
Ping Pong Club
Relaxation Club
Robotics Club
Rugby Club
Special Olympics Club
Speech & Debate
Spirit Club
Sports Statistics & Economics
Student Leadership Council
Students Shoulder To Shoulder
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Model UN/SUNMUN
Tech Team
Middle School Electives
A History of Me
Art for Perspective
Card Sharks
Culinary Creations
Designing and Building Apps
Destination Imagination
Dig, Plant, Grow, Imagine!
Digital Photography
Exploration in Engineering and Design
Exploring and Creating Virtual Worlds
Fly-Fishing and Fly-Tying
Jewelry Making or Recycled Memories
KDS Kids for Change
REEFS Advanced
R&B Band
Rollins Institute for Technology and Design: Capstone Service Project and Portfolio
Rollins Institute for Technology and Design: Project IntensiveSpeech and Debate (Competitive)
Speech and Debate (Introduction)
Technical Theatre
Tinker Thinker
Traveling Sun Devils: Morocco
Young Surgeons