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I always believed loving someone meant being willing to change for them. But at the same time, I also believed that loving someone meant not needing them to change at all. I could never reconcile these two things, even though I'd hear one or the other as advice in books or movies or from other people often enough.
But a whirlwind romance that swept over my life in a single year and had me what felt like a step away from the altar, made me realize just how these two beliefs could, in fact, both be true. And while it's not a happy ending, maybe that just means it's a lesson that'll never leave me.
When I turned 28, I decided it was time to buckle down and start looking for a relationship that I could be in for the long haul. My older brother had already married and had a kid by the time he'd reached that age, and I could tell my parents wanted the same for me.
So for a year or so, I only dated girls I thought I could actually see myself having a serious commitment with, and not just a good time for the immediate future. Let's just say the pickings were much slimmer than I was used to.
But then, just a couple months shy of 30, I met her.
At first glance, we couldn't be more opposite. I like sports and working out, she considered a five-minute jog to the nearest bakery enough exercise. I like jazz bars and low-key gimmicks, she tried to drag me to dance clubs and big concerts every other week. I'm ridiculously close with my family, she moved away from her hometown for college and had barely bothered to visit her parents since. I am, admittedly, a bit of a control freak. She was a free spirit. In other words, she was perfect.
I had never clicked with someone so fast before, and all our differences just made our interactions interesting. It felt like we disagreed over everything, but that just meant the sexual chemistry was off the charts!
Things progressed quickly between us: I went home with her on the second date, had moved nearly half my clothes into her apartment after a month, and had introduced her to my family shortly after that. My family absolutely loved her, and no dinner or party would go by without my mom or one of my million titas asking me when I was going to pop the question! Everyone loved our romance of opposites attracting, and was pushing for us to take the next step.
Even I was caught up in it, which is why it took me so long to realize that all our fighting wasn't just playful bickering between clashing personalities. That for all that chemistry between us, once the initial attraction settled, we were hopelessly unsatisfied with each other.
When we met, she was 26 and for all her bohemian ways, was already thinking about marriage, too. We went into our relationship with the hope that this was it, the commitment that was going to see us to old age. And I think it was that hope, that desperation, that made us cling to what we had, even when it was clearly unhealthy. Even when we were making each other miserable.
Our arguments were often because she was criticizing me and my choices. Not to say I never found fault in her, but perhaps because I so wanted to make us work, that I was willing to go along with whatever she wanted just to keep us together. I was scared that the reason she'd become so disapproving of the things she once said were charming about me was because she was getting stifled under my normally controlling nature, and was acting out.
She didn't like the "stuffy" way that I dressed, and called me pretentious when I wore blazers for nights out at the bar, so I started buying more jeans and t-shirts. I was always at the gym, she said, and I should spend more time with her instead of being vain, so I cut down my tri-weekly session to just twice a month. My barkada was too rowdy and I turned the same when with them, so I stopped hanging out with my friends and started hanging out with just hers. I was too high-strung, too arrogant, too much of an elitista, she would always tell me, and I needed to get back down to earth, and so I tried to do just that.
I see now just how much I changed without my noticing. I like to believe I'm not a particularly stubborn bastard, and willing enough to better myself if the opportunity arose. I'm all up for personal growth, after all. And I know that a lot of the things she wanted me to change were for my own good, and honestly, I'm grateful for how she confronted me over some of my more negative traits. I came out of this entire situation a better person, overall, and largely in thanks to the things I agreed needed to change about me.
But the fact is, she wasn't happy about just those changes. She wanted me to revamp nearly my whole life, and I felt like I was losing myself trying to keep her happy.
There was no startling point of clarity, no eureka moment, no sudden epiphany that made me realize that I couldn't stay with her. I simply felt myself getting more and more drained, believing less and less the truth of her I love you's. Because how could she claim to love me, when it seemed like she didn't like a single thing about me anymore?
I broke up with her one completely ordinary afternoon. The spark that made our first meeting and those first few months amazing was completely gone. And while she tried to fight me over my decision to split up, especially when I explained my reasons, I just couldn't understand anymore why I use to enjoy arguing with her so much—it just felt too much like spite, by that point.
My family were disappointed we broke up. They hadn't noticed things had gotten so bad because I hardly spent any time with them those months my relationship started falling apart. Which is one more thing I'm disappointed with myself for letting happen.
Nowadays, I'm trying to find my old self again. A lot of things got lost in the past year—my close relationship with my friends and family, and my self-confidence.
I was willing to change for the girl I loved, but it took nearly losing myself completely to realize I needed to be true to myself too.


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Celebrating 40 years of women at Wadham and 400 years of scientific innovation, since the birth of Warden Wilkins who convened the founders of the Royal Society here, 2014 promises to be a great year to reunite with alumni both at home and abroad says Development Director, Julie Hage.
Welcome to a busy new year with a wide range of Wadham events in the UK and abroad.The exchange of ideas across the alumni and college community is a continued source of inspiration, and we hope to see as many of you as possible in the coming months.
The Modern Languages Day will gather our linguists across generations for a vigorous debate about the role of languages in society today. If you matriculated in 1989 – 1994 we hope you will join your contemporaries for the Gaudies on the 28 and 29 March.
We also look forward to seeing many of our international alumni at reunions in Hong Kong, Toronto and New York: a small Wadham delegation will be joining the first ever Oxford Asia reunion in Hong Kong 21-23 March and a Wadham reception will take place on the 20th of March at Club Lusitano in Hong Kong. In April, we look forward to visiting Toronto and New York and we hope you will join us for the alumni receptions so generously hosted by North American alumni.
2014 marks 40 years of women at Wadham, and as part of the University's programme for the 40 years of co-education at five colleges, we have plans to celebrate this with a seminar and dinner at Wadham on the 27 September. Anne McElvoy (1984, Modern Languages), is helping to convene a panel of women representing the four decades to discuss their experience and address the challenges that remain for women today.
This year also marks the 400th anniversary of Wadham's Warden Wilkins (1614-1672), who convened the founders of the Royal Society and created a unique environment for scientific innovation. We are partnering with the University to host a large scale event in the Sheldonian on the 17 October focusing on the Role of Science in Society and celebrating fundamental and applied science and their role in enriching society. We are delighted that the President of the Royal Society, Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse, will speak at this event alongside world-leading scientists and public engagement experts. As part of Wadham's ambitious outreach and access programme, the event will also mark the launch of flagship initiatives aimed at identifying talent for the sciences.
In our efforts to strengthen provision for Wadham's graduate students, we continue to fundraise for endowed scholarships to attract matched funding from the University's Graduate Scholarship Matched Fund. We were delighted that generous alumni helped us secure matched funding for two scholarships in the Humanities and one in Medical Sciences last year and with help from generous lawyers we are currently seeking to complete an appeal to endow a BCL scholarship. Please do get in touch if you would like to help us seize this time limited opportunity for attracting matched funding mailto:firstname.lastname@example.com
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We have been overwhelmed by the generous response we received to our September Telephone Campaign last year, which led to a record-breaking result of more than £583,000 donated to the Wadham Fund. We were further encouraged after our North American Telephone Campaign, which took place in December and during which more than 70% of all those we spoke to pledged to make a donation. We were delighted that a generous friend of the College continued to match donations from US alumni in 2013 and we hope that this generosity will prompt further support this year. We are grateful for all those who took the time to speak to one of our hard-working students and who chose to support Wadham as a result.
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Apart from Tata, home-grown Mahindra also faced a significant challenge maintaining their sales amidst the intense competition which has ventured in its stronghold. However, they responded aggressively and launched the new XUV500, much-bettered Scorpio and the new TUV300 and they have quite a number of launches planned in the future as well.
But what is interesting to note is this – the new XUV500, which was launched in May this year, is going at discounts of upto Rs 60,000 – possibly the highest ever! The new sharper Scorpio, which has completed one year in the market, is also being offered at benefits of upto Rs 59,000.
Apart from this, Mahindra is literally trying to get rid of whatever units of Quanto it has already produced which are lying at various dealerships. The slashed version of Xylo gets massive discounts of upto Rs 1 Lakh before its comprehensive facelift makes way sometime by March this year. Sales have been reduced to double digit figures and we doubt if Mahindra is still producing it!
Mahindra's largest seller Bolero is also on the list with hefty offers of upto Rs 74,500 whereas the Ssangyong Rexton, which has seen a major slide in sales, gets discounts of upto Rs 1.75 Lakhs.
These offers are applicable from 1st to 28th of December and are year-end discounts to clear off inventory since a few months down the line, buyers will tend to avoid 2015-year models. These offers will vary from city to city and are applicable on select models/variants. They will be divided into cash, insurance, job-related discounts. Mahindra is all set to launch the XUV100/S101 and New Quanto soon.


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FIFA 18 Player of the Month Nominations Revealed, Who Do You Think Should Get an Upgrade?238
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Each month, in order to coincide with the Premier League Player of the Month(POTM) award, EA Sports will also reward that player with a special upgraded card in Ultimate Team.
The six players who have been nominated have been revealed and fans can now vote for the players they think deserve some fresh and improved stats. Once the result is out, the player who receives the most votes will have their picture taken with both the Premier League PotM trophy, and a real-life version of their new card - something that Harry Kane has become very used to doing.
The six nominations of FIFA 18 Player of the Month are: Sergio Aguero, Kevin De Bruyne, Christian Eriksen, Eden Hazard, Jan Vertonghen, and Callum Wilson.
It may be a little odd that the Bournemouth striker is out here, as the other five have already had very high rated cards in Ultimate Team.
Eden Hazard has the highest ratings with 90 overall, while both Manchester City men Aguero and De Bruyne have 89 rated cards. Christian Eriksen is rated at 87, while Jan Vertonghen is 85 rated.
In contrast, Callum Wilson is rated at just 75 overall, although his 90 pace can not be underestimated. Wilson will certainly benefit the most from the PotM upgrade though. Each of the players has their own video, showing their case for why they should be winning the award.
You can see Aguero's hat trick against Newcastle, Kevin De Bruyne's superb goal scoring and assisting form, Eriksen's fast paced goal against Manchester United, Hazard's amazing individual goals, Vertonghen's goal saving tackles, and Wilson's speed and finishing skill.
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America's Greatest Untapped Natural Resource Saga: The Next Chapter
Although offshore wind projects are under constant development in Europe, the U.S. is still waiting to construct its first wind farm in coastal waters. Are we any closer to seeing turbines dot America's seascapes? Let's take a look at some recent developments.
Going long
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, or BOEM, is set to begin a competitive lease process for a 127- square mile site located 11 miles south of Long Beach, NY. Deepwater Wind is likely to be one of the companies vying for the site. If it does express interest, this will be Deepwater Wind's second proposed project off of Long Island's shores. In March, the company announced a proposition to the Long Island Power Authority, or LIPA, to develop an offshore wind project, located approximately 30 miles east of Montauk. With more than 200 MW of capacity, the project, according to Deepwater Wind, would not be visible from Long Island. The company estimates the cost to be $1 billion.
The BOEM has already awarded several other commercial leases. Winning two competitive leases, Deepwater Wind won the auctions for two sites, totaling 164,750 acres, located off the shores of Rhode Island and Massachusetts. In a $1.6 million bid, Dominion Virginia Power, a subsidiary of Dominion Resources won the BOEM's third competitive lease for a 112,800 acre site located off the Virginia coast. Estimating that, when operational, the wind farm will be capable of generating up to 2 GW of electricity, enough to power 500,000 homes, Dominion believes that the installation of the first turbine may occur within the next 10 years. Not limiting itself to Virginia, Dominion is engaged in the initial steps of a future commercial offshore wind leasing project for a site located off the shore of North Carolina.
One wind turbine manufacturer likely to be keeping a close eye on Deepwater Wind's interest in the Long Island projects is Alstom SA . Foregoing a deal that it had initially made with Siemens, Deepwater Wind selected Alstom to supply it with 5 of the 150 6-MW Haliade direct-drive turbines for the 30 MW project Block Island wind farm.
Political pressure
Although there is considerable interest among Long Islanders -- the Association for a Better Long Island, whose members comprise $15 billion worth of commercial, industrial, residential and retail real estate interests, has endorsed the proposed Montauk project -- politicians see things differently. Two weeks ago, the U.S. Senate failed to approve a bill which included a two-year extension of the wind industry-friendly PTC and ITC. Expressing his frustration with the Senate's failure to move the legislation forward, U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, a democrat from Colorado, said, "This is yet another example of Washington not doing the work that Coloradans and the American people expect us to do." Further expressing his frustration, Bennet said, "This tax extenders bill was approved by the Senate Finance Committee with strong bipartisan support. Coloradans and the American people deserve better."
Adding another wrinkle to the country's treatment of renewable energy projects, the EPA is proposing standards to reduce carbon dioxide emissions 30% by 2030. According to the proposal, states will have a range of ways in which they can meet the standard, including the installation of pollution-control technology, establishment of energy efficiency programs, or the development of renewable energy projects. Approval of the standards would strongly incentivize utilities to develop offshore wind projects like the ones being proposed off Long Island.
A Fool's final take
The U.S. has a number of offshore wind projects, and they all have one thing in common: they're in development -- not yet operational. Nonetheless investors would be wise to not write off the nascent industry. An inflection point is on the horizon, and although the momentum may ebb and flow, it is inevitable. Dominion is certainly not writing it off, and their foresight, in time, should benefit them. Turbine manufacturers like Alstom, Vestas, and Siemens will surely benefit too.
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We have also introduced a new section (as can be seen in the picture above) to give you quick and easy access to a host of news outlets (all under one roof!!!). This includes websites of Ukrainian press agencies, newspapers, magazines, governmental sites. We'll be topping up this section with more news sites over the coming weeks and hope that you can make full use of them.
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From the information presented in the first part, it can be inferred that the current MOOCs business model is facing serious issues of quality, pedagogy, sustainability, awarding of credit, and low completion rates (Jona & Naidu, 2014).
Universities need to change this status quo situation by designing a product that can bring some quality assurance and in the same time to offer the totality and complexity of the university degree (Funell, 2013). The answer lies in a more blended model, which will combine the traditional and online education, and will bring a meaningful user experience.
MOOCS 2.0 - Adapting for the class of the 21st century
With the appearance of MOOCs 1.0, big numbers with big hopes were created, but produced disappointing first results (Agrawal, 2014). The problem was that universities and other players in this segment placed the accent on mass marketing rather than building relationship strategies. According to Barwise et al. (2010), for building a successful brand, focus must be customer-centric rather than product-centric. It is all about communicating a clear customer promise, continually improving that promise, building trust and innovating beyond the familiar. By using technology and media, companies should gain customer insight instead of just selling, protect the brand reputation while following the rules of customer engagement online.
Anant Agrawal, a professor at MIT and president of EdX (joint venture MOOC platform of Harvard and MIT University) will describe the emergence of MOOCs 2.0 as a product offering a combination of innovative features for the future of online learning: online videos, interactive virtual laboratories, gamification (Lego-concept exercises) , online grading, peer interaction and discussion boards.
In addition, the promise of the new MOOC product will be to provide ideal learning experience for the 21st century student in the form of a blended model, combining online education with face-to-face student faculty interactions. In order for the new model to be widely accepted, the key is in understanding the characteristics of the "millennium generation", which is completely comfortable with using the online technology. According to Agrawal (2014), the new generation of students is more creative outside the classroom, listening to lectures and doing exercises in their own comfort zone. The classroom session should be used mainly for in-person interaction, having more time to discuss and solve problems together with the teacher. That is the promise that the new MOOC model has to maintain.
Although this blended model sheds some light towards the future of education, introducing some important features (active learning, self-spacing, instant feedback, gamification), there are many doubts whether universities are actually capable to put this in practice and integrate into their business model (Daniel et al, 2015).
In the meantime, Harvard Business School is one of the players in the educational sphere that started to look things from a different perspective, using its brand reputation and competence as a possible game-changer and leader in the future of online education.
Case examples from prestigious universities
According to Clayton Christensen (2014), Professor of Disruptive Innovation from Harvard University, Harvard Business School (HBS) finally has the technological core (defined as competitive set of technologies) to disrupt the education industry, after spending years of investing millions of dollars in online learning. What differentiates HBS from other universities is the ability to re-define and integrate the MOOC model into their existing business model, something which other competitors failed to do. This unique platform has a potential to set the standards that have to be followed by other universities if they want to have the same level of teaching quality.
The online platform was named Harvard Business X (HBX) CORe, launched in June 2014, which resulted in 85% completion rate for the first offered course (HBX, n.d.). The HBX platform imitates the environment of the real Harvard lecture room and enables students to interact with each other. Unlike most of the MOOCs offered, HBX charges a fee of around $1500 dollars and limits the amount of users from 500 to 1000 per nine week study period (HBX, n.d.). After the completion of the course, the student receives a certificate, which according to HBX, it is as difficult as obtaining the actual diploma. What makes this online platform special is that it is sustainable, carefully designed to preserve the exclusivity of the Harvard brand, but in the same time to extend the education opportunities to a wider public, and to bring a meaningful user experience:
"CORe comes to you straight from Harvard Business School faculty. It's not outsourced. We have created the content, we are delivering the teaching, and we have designed the platform. This is us, our thinking, our philosophy of learning, our approach to business education, digitally reimagined for those of you just getting started in the world of business. Welcome to fluency." (HBX, n.d.)
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From the HBX example it becomes obvious that MOOCs have probably outlived its usefulness. It is time for a new trend, announced as the "post-MOOC" era, which is in the form of small private online courses (SPOCs) with fixed enrolments, intended for students who are really interested in completing the course and willing to pay the tuition (Daniel et al, 2015). Although this project is still in its experimental phase, it can be concluded that HBS is on the right track to be the leader in online education, having in mind the success with the invention of the case method, which became a benchmark for quality teaching followed by almost every university in the world.
Echoing Harvard University, in autumn 2014, Lund University gave a green light for entering the MOOCs segment, offering three courses, starting from January 2015 (LUMOOCS, 2015). Having in mind that Lund University is constantly ranked among the most prestigious universities in the world, this topic is of a particular interest for the university's reputation.
Despite the fact that following the MOOC trend is important, Lund University representatives state that small and cautious steps are taken in order to secure courses quality, take many issues into consideration, and avoid being associated with the current MOOC hype, which can result with negative consequences toward the university brand (Lund University Magazine, 2014). Nevertheless, expectations are high:
"MOOCs are a symptom of major changes in the education market, driven by technological advances and globalization. Young people are living their lives on the internet; they develop new study habits, googling tutorials, combining books with e-books… We need to take this opportunity to learn something new by investing in both MOOCs and e-learning" (Lund University Magazine, 2014).
The MOOCs Marketing Mix
Before reaching the conclusion, a summary of all major points is presented, to provide a clear picture of the MOOCs in general, in the form of the following marketing mix which can be applied by universities (picture 6)
MOOCs beyond tomorrow – limitations and further implications
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Even though there is a clear example of some progress in the MOOC segment, the process is still in the experimental stage which imposes limitations to predict the impact of MOOCs to the future of education and online learning. If we can use the current completion rates as a benchmark for answering the research question, we can conclude that MOOCs offer nothing "revolutionary" and are used mainly for promotion by universities. However, this conclusion may change if some of those experimental projects turn to be very successful in the future, causing employers to start recognizing MOOCs' certificates as a proof of competences. Then we are going to see a major shift in the student behavior from "just browsing" to a "serious intention for completing the course" (Clark, 2014).
Whatever the outcome may be in couple of years' time, one thing must be seriously considered: MOOCs can be used as a qualification for admission or a supplement to a degree program, but must never become a replacement for the traditional education. Despite the opportunities that are offered by the Internet and the use of modern technology, student-teacher face-to-face interaction is the only way to provide motivation to learn, and makes the difference between success and failure (CareerFoundry Blog, 2014). Without that personal touch, education will be nothing more than "an icebound, petrified, cast-iron university" (Daniel et al, 2015).
What is your experience with MOOCs? Do you consider MOOCs to play a key role towards the future of education?
Agarwal, A. (2014). Why massive open online courses (still) matter. Available Online: http://www.ted.com/talks/anant_agarwal_why_massively_open_online_courses_still_matter/transcript?language=en#t-842917 [Accessed 9 February 2015]
Australian Government, (2013). MORE THAN MOOCS: OPPORTUNITIES ARISING FROM DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION. Available online: http://www.austrade.gov.au/Education/News/Reports/More-than-MOOCs--Opportunities-arising-from-disruptive-technologies-in-education#.VOEP6fnF_kg [Accessed 8 February 2015]
Baggaley, J. (2014). MOOCS: digesting the facts. Distance Education. Aug2014, Vol. 35 Issue 2, p159-163. 5p. Available online: http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.ludwig.lub.lu.se/eds/detail/detail?sid=73a22534-6a3d-4ab5-a710-439c05c76b76%40sessionmgr114&vid=0&hid=113&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmUmc2NvcGU9c2l0ZQ%3d%3d#db=a9h&AN=96964882[Accessed 2 February 2015]
Barwise, P., Meehan, S. (2010). The One Thing You Must Get Right When Building a Brand. Harvard Business Review. Dec2010, Vol. 88 Issue 12, p80-84. 5p. 2 Color Photographs. Available online: http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.ludwig.lub.lu.se/eds/detail/detail?vid=2&sid=0e8d78ab-730d-4a77-8a0d-c37bf64bfe89@sessionmgr111&hid=119&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmUmc2NvcGU9c2l0ZQ==#db=bth&AN=55461899[Accessed 12 February 2015]
Bernhard, W., Bittel, N., Van Der Vlies, S., Bettoni, M., Roth, N. (2013). The MOOCs Business Model. In 4th International Conference on New Horizons in Education, Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences 2013-12-10 106:2931-2937. Available online: http://eds.a.ebscohost.com.ludwig.lub.lu.se/eds/detail/detail?sid=55a5152d-582b-4dd5-a67a-73db563a1e8b%40sessionmgr4002&vid=0&hid=4203&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmUmc2NvcGU9c2l0ZQ%3d%3d#db=edselp&AN=S1877042813049628[Accessed 3 February 2015]
CareerFoundry Blog, 2015. Marketing With MOOCs – a more effective use of the online course? Available Online: http://blog.careerfoundry.com/marketing-moocs/ [Accessed 9 February 2015]
Christensen, C. (2014). Interviewed by Derek Andersen for Startup Grind, YouTube, 06 April. Available Online: http://techcrunch.com/2013/04/06/clayton-christensen-talks-venture-capital-crowd-funding-and-how-to-measure-your-life/ [Accessed 9 February 2015]
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The Statistics Seminar speaker for Wednesday, April 13, 2016 is Maria Caterina Bramati, a visiting senior lecture of Statistics at Cornell University. She started her research in robust inference applied to panel data and in multivariate time series analysis. More recently, she has carried out some research on Sampling Theory, Bayesian Networks, Extreme Value Analysis. She also enjoys some applied work to Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Firms behaviour and market competition, Environmental, economic and social impact of Climate Change.
Title: Optimal Rank-based Tests for Block Exogeneity in VAR Models
Abstract: The knowledge of the dependence structure of multivariate time series has been the object of many studies. For example, this is particular relevant in the impulse response analysis which requires orthogonality restrictions on the noise. Moreover, when noise is block spherical, testing independence becomes particularly useful to learn the causal structure of the process.
This talk will present a class of locally asymptotically most stringent tests (in the Le Cam sense) for independence between two sets of variables in the VAR models. These tests are based on multivariate ranks of distances and multivariate signs of the observations that are shown to be asymptotically distribution-free under very mild assumptions on the noise. The class of tests derived is invariant with respect to the group of block affine transformations and asymptotically invariant with respect to the group of continuous monotone marginal radial transformations.
The test procedure presented here seems to be promising in the structural learning of Bayesian networks when the nodes of the Direct Acyclic Graph are the components of a stationary VAR(p) model.
Refreshments will be served after the seminar in 1181 Comstock Hall.


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Ex-Google executive's new venture helps students avoid corporate lifePosted: 2012/08/08 Filed under: academics, awesome person Leave a comment
(Reuters) – Four months after leaving Google Inc, the former head of its enterprise business has a new mission – helping college graduates avoid big corporations like Google.
Upstart, a service that is launching in limited form on Wednesday, lets university graduates raise money from other people online so that they can start their own businesses, pursue a research project, or chase a personal dream, rather than take a "safe" job in the corporate world.
"There's this overwhelming desire to not follow the traditional path of bolting yourself to a desk and climbing the corporate ladder," said Upstart founder Dave Girouard.
But he said too many graduating students have college loans they need to repay and do not feel they can take a chance.
via Ex-Google executive's new venture helps students avoid corporate life | Reuters.
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Coca-Cola: The world's secretest formula
Ever since Coca-Cola made its first appearance way back in 1886, the precise recipe has been a closely guarded secret. While many have tried (*cough* Pepsi *cough*), they have dismally failed to replicate the world's most famous beverage.
Apparently the official written copy is held in a US bank vault and only two company employees at any one time are said to know the whole formula that gives the fizzy drink its distinctive flavour.
It seems that after 125 years, one of the world's best-kept secrets is no longer a secret. A website claims to have uncovered a list showing the ingredients and quantities used to make the drink.
While we know it consists of natural flavourings and caffeine, along with carbonated water, sugar, phosphoric acid and colouring, but there's a lot more to it.
To read the rest of this article, click here.
Maybe the inventors of Coca-Cola should have patented their stuff instead of trying to keep it a secret. Don't know how that would help? Read more about patent law here.
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Edgefield Confederate Monument — Edgefield, South Carolina
SC Picture Project | Edgefield County | Edgefield Confederate Monument
Edgefield County's Confederate Memorial is located in the town square in the center of Edgefield. The inscription on the impressive 32-foot obelisk reads simply, "Erected by the women of Edgefield, SC to the memory of their Confederate dead."
The town square is a memorial park located in front of the county courthouse. Among the monuments found there are a memorial honoring soldiers who died in WWI; a separate monument for all veterans of WWI, WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War; and a monument honoring Edgefield's most famous son, former Governor and US Senator, Strom Thurmond.
Soon after the Civil War, local members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy began to raise funds for a suitable war memorial. The project finally came to fruition with a dedication ceremony held in August, 1900. Nearly 3,000 people, including many veterans, were said to be in attendance at the unveiling.
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Address: Courthouse Square, SC 29824
GPS Coordinates: 33.789474,-81.929533
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Kellylee Evans
Scène Rio Tinto Alcan
Montreal Jazz Festival
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 – 10 p.m.
It only took one song for Ottawa vocalist Kellylee Evans to have a late-night Montreal Jazz Festival audience in the palm of her hand.
Playing on the festival's huge main outdoor stage, Evans did two back-to-back free shows, at 8 and 10 p.m. It was a hot, muggy night and the concrete and asphalt of rue Ste. Catherine didn't make the area any cooler. But at the later concert, she appeared just as energetic as though she hadn't played a show an hour before.
Evans was hit by lightning in a freak accident in her kitchen a month ago. She's still recovering from that strike, which meant she sat for almost all the concert. This is highly atypical for her: usually she's running across the stage, expressing the energy of the music with her entire body. This time, instead, she gestured and clapped frequently and occasionally kicked up her legs in time. Sometimes she stood and danced in place for a minute or two. She still clearly communicated the music with all of herself.
The crowd was initially quiet – one man I talked to had never heard of Evans before – but at least in the section near the front where I was listening, very few people left. Almost everyone stood for the full hour, listening intently and frequently swaying with the music.
Evans' latest album, I Remember When, released this spring, was a departure for her – her previous album was a tribute to jazz icon Nina Simone. This time, she used hip-hop music as a springboard for compositions, but there was still a considerable jazz flair.
She opened this concert with the first track from the new CD: "My Name Is". It turned into an extended call-and-response version, high-energy and building to a strong climax. The song is inspired by two of Eminem's songs, "My Name Is" and "Stan", and there was a constant, hard hip-hop bass beat at the bottom of the music.
Evans entered clapping her hands above her head, and then put her heart into singing the lyrics. Michael Shand on keyboards took over partway through, with a strong instrumental break. The energy steadily increased with repetitions of "My name is" becoming faster and more intense, until Evans asked the crowd, on the count of three, to shout out their own names (which many did), and she replied with hers.
The rest of the hour-long concert was similarly high-octane: a full-bodied mixture of fast, complex drumming from Larnell Lewis, rich organ-like lines on keyboards and fast piano riffs, and intense guitar, often effect-laden. And over it all was Evans' clear, flexible voice, sometimes snapping out the lyrics, sometimes soaring over the music.
Recognizing this was bilingual Montreal, Evans introduced the songs at length to the audience in both French and English, with a big smile and lots of charm and exuberance. The crowd extended back for a considerable distance down the Ste. Catherine plaza, although it was nowhere packed so tightly that the beer servers couldn't get through.
The set-list was a mixture of songs from I Remember When and Nina, plus two French chansons. Evans has a strong fan base in France, and has repeatedly toured there – and the French songs were definite crowd-pleasers for the Montreal audience .
Particularly notable was "Please Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" from Nina, which featured stronger underlying beats than on that record, an eloquent bass duet and solo from Wesley Allen, and Evans using her voice to fully express the hurt and grief in the lyrics.
The only part of the show I thought didn't work was the very loud repetitive hard bass beat, in hip-hop style, which was inserted into some songs where it wasn't as appropriate or necessary. Evans already added the hip-hop feel by adapting her vocal style to be more beatbox in tempo, which worked well in the musical context.
The last number, "Lose Yourself" from I Remember When, had a strong jazz fusion feel in the instrumentals, with a fierce lead guitar solo from Rich Grossman, and dramatic start and stop vocals. The crowd was jumping up and clapping as it neared its climax, and then strongly called for an encore.
Evans came on again after a minute, surrounded by her musicians carrying lights, and sang a short, simple, and heartfelt version of "La Vie en Rose", with the audience singing along. It was a memorable ending to a concert that likely won her some new fans.
– Alayne McGregor
Set list:
- My Name Is
- Jungle
- Mood Indigo
- Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
- Désolé
- And So We Dance
- I Remember When
- Lose Yourself
See also:
- The Montreal Jazz Festival pays an upbeat tribute to Dave Brubeck (review)
- Orchestre national de jazz Montréal scores with Joni Mitchell tribute (review)
- Trifolia: adventurous jazz at the Montreal Jazz Festival (review)
- Joel Miller and Honeycomb at the Montreal Jazz Festival (review)
- Finding the patterns in Tim Berne's free jazz (review)
- Prairie jazz wins the Grand Prix de Jazz (review)
- Ten Years of the Triplets of Belleville, in Ottawa et Montreal (review)
- A romantic evening: The Thomas Enhco Trio and the Steve Kuhn Trio at the Montreal Jazz Festival (review)
- Christine Jensen, Ingrid Jensen, Gary Versace at the Montreal Jazz Festival (review)
- 2013 Montreal Jazz Festival celebrates pianists – and the late Dave Brubeck
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Struggling with sleep??? This ultimate guide to natural sleep tips is {almost!} guaranteed to help you sleep better-one of the most important things you can do for optimal health! P.S. Be sure and read to the end, so you can download your free Natural Sleep Tips Checklist!
Thanks so much to my intern, Danielle Barker, for collaborating on this post!
I know you know that getting a good night's sleep is SUPER important, and that you need to make it a top health priority, but sometimes it's easier said than done, right?!
If you're like me, you're probably overwhelmed with what seems like a never ending to-do list, and you're not getting the optimal amount of zzzzz's. Or, maybe you do get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep, but it's not the quality sleep your body craves.
And, since none of us are getting any younger, you may have noticed, like me, that as we get older, getting that perfect night of sleep seems more elusive than ever.
Big sigh…
But, I'm the eternal optimist, who's seen the dark side of insomnia, and figured out a few things that definitely help me sleep better. So, let's go on this natural sleep journey together, and figure out how to get, if not our best night of sleep ever, a pretty damn good night of sleep!
Natural sleep tips & information that will be covered in this post…
- Health Benefits of Sleep + Consequences of Sleep Deprivation
- Sleep, Hormones, & Weight
- Getting Into Your Sleep Groove
- How to Optimize Your Sleep Environment
- Tips for Calming Your Mind at Bedtime
- The Best Supplements for Natural Sleep
- Putting it All Into Practice: A Natural Sleep Case Study
- Natural Sleep Tips Checklist: Free Download!
Health Benefits of Sleep + Consequences of Sleep Deprivation
The health benefits of getting a good night of sleep, can't be overstated.
During sleep, our bodies grow, renew, and improve our health and overall well-being. Without it, we suffer not only in terms of mental health, but physical health as well~mood swings, trouble making decisions, memory issues, and problem solving are all affected by sleep, or lack thereof.
Physical problems that may be attributed to a lack of sleep are plentiful as well, including heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and hormonal imbalances.
Sleep, Hormones, & Weight
Speaking of hormonal imbalances, if you're having trouble maintaining a healthy weight, you'll definitely want to work on prioritizing sleep.
When your brain functions on low sleep, it leads to poor decision making, and your hormones go haywire. Leptin is one of these hormones, and it signals your brain that you're satisfied and have had enough to eat. But, leptin levels drop when you don't get enough sleep, and the hormone ghrelin comes raging in, signaling hunger, and telling your brain you want to eat more.
That would be a-ok if ghrelin told you to eat more veggies, but, alas, this isn't the case. You knew that right?!
More than likely, your body will choose to load up on refined carbs, simple sugars, and saturated fats, which in-turn impacts your sleep.
Studies have shown that lower fiber, higher sugar, and higher saturated fat diets lead to more wakeful periods during sleep, and less "slow wave sleep", aka deep sleep.
On the flip {positive} side, these same studies have shown that diets higher in fiber, protein, and lower in sugar, lead to more slow wave sleep, and less waking up during the night.
In addition, a lack of sleep can lead to elevated cortisol levels, which, in turn, will lead your body to try to conserve energy, by storing body fat.
And, if that isn't bad enough, research suggests your body's sensitivity to insulin decreases by up to 30%, when running on little sleep. This can lead to impaired glucose tolerance, and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
This Bitchin' Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes Power Bowl is the ultimate meal, with a nourishing balance of fiber rich carbs, protein, and healthy fats to support a delicious night of sleep!
Lets talk about the natural sleep tips you can start implementing today, to boost your health!
How Can I Get Better Sleep?
Get Into Your Sleep Groove
- Bask in some sunshine. Our body's internal 24-hour clock tells us when we're drowsy and wide-awake, based on the earth's cycle of sunlight and darkness. This is why it's important to try and get a little sunlight first thing in the morning, either by taking a walk outside, or by enjoying a cup of coffee or tea al fresco.
- Get some exercise. Not only does exercising on a regular basis boost your cardiovascular & overall health, it also helps lower cortisol levels, which will help lead to a better night's sleep. If you can, try and exercise early in the day, as doing it too close to bedtime may re-energize you, making it more difficult to sleep. On a personal note, since I prefer to exercise later in the day, I find that as long as I exercise at least 4 hours before bedtime, it doesn't interfere with my sleep.
- Enjoy a healthy breakfast. If you're a breakfast eater, make sure it's well balanced with complex carbs, protein, and healthy fats. Choose whole, minimally processed foods, and be sure and get enough protein, which helps keep you alert, and prevents overeating later in the day. I tell my clients to aim for 20-35 grams at breakfast~check out my Power Your Day With Protein Guide with protein rich food ideas for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores!
This Savory Oatmeal Bowl is a nourishing and delicious protein packed breakfast, that will keep you full all morning long, and help you sleep more soundly at night!
- Power Down. As you get ready to end your day, try and avoid things that keep your mind active such as work, electronics, reading*, and exercise. Note: Reading actually helps me fall asleep, so experiment with what works best for you. Watching a suspenseful TV show, on the other hand, almost always keeps me up~if you're the same way, save those Netflix binges for earlier in the day, or the weekend.
- Minimize snacking. Eating right before bed stimulates digestion, which takes a large amount of energy to process food as our body directs blood flow to our digestive system instead of to our brain keeping us awake rather than sleeping. If you must have a snack, try to keep in under 150 calories, and make sure it doesn't contain caffeine such as chocolate, soda, or caffeinated tea.
- Watch the booze. While alcohol may make you drowsy at first, it's been shown to reduce the amount of REM sleep we get at night, and leads to poorer quality sleep overall. If you enjoy a drink or two, keep it to a minimum, and save it for the weekends when you might have a chance to sleep in {but not too much sleeping in!}.
- {Don't} Drink Up! While staying well hydrated is super important for our overall health, it's better to drink up earlier in the day, to avoid middle of the night bathroom breaks, which disrupt sleep.
More Natural Sleep Tips To Help You Get More Zzzzzzz's…
Set the Stage for Bedtime
- Check you mattress and pillow. Having the wrong mattress can cause all kids of sleep problems including allergies, sweating, and back pain. There is no "one-size-fits-all" when it comes to pillows and mattresses. Experiment with what feels comfortable for you, and what works best depending on whether you sleep on your side, back, or stomach. In the market for a new mattress? Check out this guide at Web MD for tips on choosing one.
- Minimize your bedroom activities. Admittedly this is easier said than done, but if you struggle with sleep, try outsourcing your bedroom to only sleep and sex. As I mentioned earlier, I like to read in bed, and it doesn't effect my sleep negatively, so experiment with what works best for you.
- Keep it dark. Your circadian rhythm is closely linked to the light and dark from the outside environment, and light that is let in when it is supposed to be dark can greatly disturb that cycle. To keep your melatonin production constant at night, avoid as much light as possible. Consider using a sleeping mask or eye pillow if you need to. I use a lavender eye pillow, like this one, and it definitely helps me sleep longer in the morning.
- Keep it quiet. If you live in a busy city or sleep with a snoring partner {sorry!}, try earplugs before you opt for separate bedrooms. Make sure, though, that your bedroom is not so quiet that you can hear a pin drop, as this will make any of the slightest sounds feel disruptive. On the flip side, a little white noise, such as the sound of a fan, can help soothe you to sleep.
- Keep it cool. For optimal sleep, you should aim to keep your bedroom temperature between 60-67 degrees F. Again, this is easier said-than-done, and not always financially feasible. If I kept my bedroom that cool in the summertime, my electric bill would be well over $1000/month-not gonna' happen! But, as mentioned above, a fan can not only help with noise, but can also help cool down the bedroom. For really hot nights, I've gone to sleep with an ice pack under my back, and that helps too!
- Redecorate. Try painting your bedroom a tranquil color. Blue and other calming colors, in general, help promote better sleep. I love our bedroom color-November Rain by Benjamin Moore. It's a gorgeous shade of green-grey-taupe that changes color depending on the light. If you're considering repainting your bedroom, I highly recommend it!
Tips for Calming Your Mind at Bedtime
Once you've created the right sleep environment, the next step is calming your mind, so you can drift off into a blissful slumber…
- Try meditation or self-hypnosis. If you're finding it difficult to relax before bed, try meditation or self-hypnosis. A meditation app-my favorite is Calm-can be really helpful too, not only for regular daily use, but also in bed when you're having difficulty falling asleep. Calming my mind at bedtime is the thing I struggle with the most~Regular meditation, when I stick with it, really helps me sleep better!
- Let it be. Stop obsessing about your lack of sleep that is. Easier said than done, I know, but it's helpful to remind yourself that while insomnia is annoying, it's not a life threatening situation. If you "let it be" and accept your lack of sleep, you're more likely to have a better night's rest.
- Write it down. If your mind is racing with worries, or going through tomorrow's to-do list, the best thing you can do is to write everything down in a journal, so your brain can get some rest. It's also helps to write down a few things you accomplished or feel good about from your day~much better than obsessing about all the things you didn't accomplish. Trust me on this one!
- Deep breaths. Deep breathing stimulates your parasympathetic nervous system, and mimics how your body feels when it's in a relaxed state. Dr Weil has some great deep breathing exercises on his website to help you get started.
- Just say no. Avoid reading/watching stressful things in the evening. This includes watching the news, reading your Twitter feed, or watching Breaking Bad right before bed. I've been there, done that, and it's not good. If I've exhausted my list of natural sleep tips, and I still can't doze off, I'll put in some earbuds and listen to a documentary, or a mellow podcast, and that will usually help soothe me to sleep.
Natural Sleep Supplements
If all else fails, and you've tried all the natural sleep tips listed above, it may be time to look for a natural sleep supplement to help you get more zzzzzz's. Keep in mind you may have to experiment a little, as there is no "one-size-fits-all" when it comes to natural sleep supplements.
- Melatonin: Melatonin production naturally occurs at night, but may be suppressed by artificial light exposure in the evening. Melatonin supplements may help make falling asleep easier, and can lead to improved quality of sleep. Dosages range from 3-10 mg, however, much smaller amounts may be beneficial with less chance of side effects.
- Valerian Root: One of the most commonly used herbal supplements for sleep. Studies regarding effectiveness are mixed. While short-term usage appears safe, more studies are needed on long-term use safety. Also, Valerian may work better in tandem with other sleep supplements.
- Chamomile: Most commonly consumed in the form of tea, this herb has been commonly used for many years to fight off insomnia.
- Magnesium: A lack of magnesium, a mineral many of us are deficient in, can lead to anxiety, insomnia, and irregular heart rhythm. Start by increasing your intake of magnesium rich foods , but if you're still having trouble with insomnia, a supplement {this is one I like} may help you sleep better.
- Lavender: This plant's soothing fragrance has been shown to help increase the ability to go to sleep. Lavender is best used in the form of aromatherapy, as the supplement form may cause nausea or stomach pain. You may like this organic lavender essential oil, either applied to pulse points at bedtime, or used with a diffuser. The eye pillow I shared earlier is also filled with lavender.
- Other natural sleep supplements to consider include Passion Flower, L-Theanine, Ashwaganda, and Glycine.
Important! Always check with your physician or qualified healthcare provider before starting supplements, as they may interfere with medications, or may be contraindicated with certain health conditions. Also, be sure to use high quality supplements that contain the recommended amount of active components. If you need help choosing a quality supplement, get in touch with me~I'm happy to help.
Natural Sleep Tips : A Case Study & a Message of Hope!
If you struggle with insomnia on a regular basis, I thought it would be helpful to share this "sleep case study" from my friend and fellow integrative dietitian, Joanna Foley. In her own words, here's Joanna's story, plus her favorite sleep inducing tips.
Last year I went through a hard emotional time, and had bad insomnia for about 4 months straight. It was to the point that I dreaded the evenings, because I became afraid of not being able to falling asleep. I developed terrible anxiety about it. Here are a few things that really helped me overcome my insomnia.
- Changing up my bedtime routine. I now ONLY sleep in bed, rather than before when I used to relax, read, etc in bed. I now do those things elsewhere, like the couch, so I have trained my mind and body to only associate being in bed with sleeping.
- Valerian Root. This herb was super helpful to me. I took it daily for a while, and I also still sometimes drink valerian tea.
- Melatonin. 5-10mg around dusk, when the body is supposed to be naturally winding down
- Getting rid of all screens at least an hour before bedtime, and instead reading or listening to soft relaxing music.
- Prayer & journaling. Super therapeutic for me.
- Cutting back on exercise. I was running a lot during that time, even if I hadn't slept at all the night before. Exercise definitely contributed to my adrenal fatigue which contributed to my insomnia. Switching to gentler exercise and reducing the frequency of high impact exercise helped me a lot.
- ONLY going to bed if I truly felt tired. I wasted too much time going to bed without actually being tired, and ended up being restless and letting my mind run. I learned to go to bed only when I actually felt there was a chance I would fall asleep
Thanks SO MUCH Joanna, for sharing your story with us, along with your natural sleep tips~I'm sure it will be helpful and inspirational for many of my readers and clients!
Natural Sleep Tips Checklist
Last but not least, if you've made it this far through my post on natural sleep tips, thanks so much for reading!
When I'm trying to create new habits, I love using checklists to help keep me on track, so I created this FREE instant downloadable natural sleep tips checklist for you to print and use as a template to help you on your sleep journey. Remember, perfection isn't the goal-just a damn good night's sleep!
Natural Sleep Tips Further Reading & Resources
- 9 Natural Sleep Aids That Are Backed by Science
- Sleep More, Weigh Less
- The Link Between Sleep and Weight Gain
- The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body
Let's chat!
Do you struggle with insomnia? Is there anything you want to learn more about regarding sleep? Do you have any natural sleep tips of your own? Please share! And, if you enjoyed this post, please consider sharing it with your friends, or on social media. Thanks so much!
Hi There! I'm EA, an integrative registered dietitian nutritionist in sunny San Diego. I create easy, DELICIOUS gluten free recipes & low FODMAP recipes for a wide variety of diets: anti-inflammatory, low carb, Mediterranean, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, & more. My nutrition specialties include wellness nutrition, digestive health (celiac disease, IBS, IBD, SIBO), autoimmune disease, & healthy aging. Learn more about my nutrition philosophy and my nutrition coaching services, or get in touch~I'd love to connect with you!


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Startup Magazine
The psychology of the shape of business logos
The psychology of the shape of business logos
Interviewed about children who write blogs
Interviewed for an article in The Sunday Times about the impact of the Internet on reading ability.
Live appearance on BBC Radio Berkshire
Interviewed for "Pick Me Up" magazine about social media and depression.
Interviewed for Cosmopolitan magazine about psychology of online dating
Interviewed by the Press Association for a forthcoming feature article on the use of social media during the recent troubles in France
Interviewed about the use of Twitter following the Paris shootings and bombings
Interviewed for a feature article on the psychology of Instagram for business
Just been interviewed by Grazia Magazine for an article on social media.
Just helped Marie Claire magazine with an article about fitness boasting on social networking sites
Just been on the Phil Kennedy show on BBC Radio Berkshire
Just been interviewed about Twitter "storm" on the colour of a dress
Just helped GNI Magazine for an article about online dating
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Quality Assurance Technician (Manufacturing Plant)
The Coca-Cola Company
- Location: Truesdale, MO - USA
- Post Date: 8/13/2019
- Job Type: FULL TIME
- Post End Date: September 30 - 2019
- RELOCATION PROVIDED: No
Job Description Summary
Location(s):United States of America
Travel Required:00% - 25%
Relocation Provided:No
Job Posting End Date:September 30, 2019
Shift:Second Shift (United States of America)
Job Description Summary:Why Join Coca-Cola North America?
It's an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company's flagship market. We're accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do - whether we're innovating to give consumers the drinks and packaging sizes they want, or building our eCommerce capabilities. People are our focus when we're collaborating with our diverse network of locally-connected bottling partners, and when we're returning every drop of water we use to communities and nature. And people - with the different backgrounds, skills and perspectives they bring to our workplace - are helping transform our business, one big idea at a time. We empower our employees to challenge the status quo, make bold recommendations, experiment and adapt, so we can grow together and make a great business even better.
Function Specific Activities
- Perform laboratory tests (e.g., microbiological, calibration, chemical, sensory) in order to determine that raw materials, packaging and manufactured products meet the Company's quality standards and specifications.
- Prepare samples and sampling plan for ingredients, intermediate or finished products, or other materials in order to perform analyses (e.g., chemical, physical, sensory, microbiological).
- Process incoming or outgoing samples (e.g., receiving, logging, labeling, shipping) using tools to ensure that samples are traceable and properly distributed for analysis.
- Perform microbiological tests in order to determine viable organisms or total counts.
- Perform chemical analyses using instrumental methods in order to determine the composition of samples.
- Evaluate ingredients, products or packaging materials via visual inspection or by measuring weight, density, stress, dimensions, torque, strength, etc. in order to determine physical properties of samples and compliance with standards.
- Prepare standards or standard curves to perform quantitative analyses.
- Interpret data from routine and non-routine analyses in order to validate that ingredients/materials meet specifications approve for shipment to Company plants.
- Prepare beverages and conduct analytical tests and taste or odor tests according to sensory guidelines.
- Provide the framework and tools for ensuring the quality and integrity of products through the on-going development and refining of the Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS).
- Monitor wastewater by sampling and inspecting wastewater, collecting BOD/COD data and checking automated treatment systems.
- Receive and document inbound materials and finished products for production and/or inventory accuracy using designated receiving procedures.
- Perform statistical process control on required plant equipment and processes in order to monitor quality of finished products, packages and ingredients.
- Clean and sanitize tanks using technology (e.g., computer-guided processes) and physical ability (e.g., washing the tanks) in order to maintain sanitary production equipment in manufacturing plant.
- Calculate production yields and scrap quantities in order to accurately record material usage variances.
- Add liquid or dry ingredients, using product specifications and Standard Mixing Instructions (SMI), to a concentrate, beverage base or syrup product in order to keep the overall product manufacturing process moving forward.
- Prepare (e.g., inspect, verify condition) all equipment used in the manufacturing process prior to use in order to ensure smooth, sanitary and safe operation.
- Report finished production process data to supervisor for approval before releasing a batch of concentrate, syrup or beverage base in order to assure quality of material released for distribution.
- Complete legal and Department of Transportation paperwork regarding trucks, truck drivers or freight in accordance with policies and procedures in order to document compliance with transportation regulations.
- Perform data transactions for inventory control items by using facility information systems to ensure product, ingredient and material traceability.
- Support new products and/or business innovations by performing product trial runs and protocol studies as needed under the guidelines of The Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS) to ensure manufacturing capability and to meet commercialization timeline.
- Hook drums lines to tank outlet, close and cap all outlets according to standard operating procedures to ensure proper flow of ingredients and proper tank utilization.
- Operates Filler at startup, shutdown and during CIP.
- Perform CIP on blending equipment.
- Supply Blend Room with raw materials as needed.
- Perform line checks to ensure product and packaging meet specifications.
- Operate lab testing equipment such as density meters and titrators.
- Document all operational parameters.
- Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Forklift operations/inspections.
- Training of new associates.
- Ability to cross train in different responsibilities of the QC department.
- Control ingredient inventory through FIFO
- Clean and sanitize equipment, floors, windows, outdoor grounds, or any other areas as needed.
- Ability to understand, record, and communicate system problems and solutions.
- Demonstrate good attendance.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends and holidays.
- Move and lift material weighing 55 pounds to distances of 10 feet or more, floor to waist.
- Ability to push and pull force of 80lbs.
- Ability to squat and bend over at the waist.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in temperature extremes on a daily basis up to 12 hours.
- Any other duties as assigned to ensure the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of products, processes and work environment.
Job Requirements
- Education - High School Diploma or GED equivalent, secondary education preferred
- Related Work Experience - at least 3 years related experience, preferred
Technical Skills
- Quality Assurance - Knowledge and application of quality cost analysis, inspection, corrective action planning, customer and consumer satisfaction tracking and internal monitoring to detect and correct non-conforming information, materials or processes. Knowledge of the principles systems and costs associated with product quality. Knowledge of the methods and techniques used during quality monitoring and auditing. Ability to use software and statistical techniques to aid in quality control.
- Clean In Place - Knowledge of the Company's Clean-in-Place (CIP) policies and procedures and the ability to perform the associated tasks (e.g., physically entering tanks, heavy lifting, handling large hoses and hot water.)
- Food Safety Regulations - Knowledge of the company, local, national and international food safety regulatory requirements that apply to company locations or processes and the actions required to keep the Company in compliance with these regulations.
- Food/Flavor Chemistry - Basic knowledge of the organic chemistry of ingredients and flavor compounds that are used in Company products.
- Good Manufacturing Practices - Knowledge of the basic elements of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a manufacturing environment and the ability to apply them.
- Lab Safety - Knowledge of government lab safety regulations, including hazardous materials, OSHA and chemical hygiene policies. Includes knowledge of procedures for safe handling of chemicals and glassware, use of personal protective equipment and adhering to Company safety rules. Knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practices (e.g., housekeeping, handling chemicals and glassware, preparing standards and reagents proper measuring techniques).
- Laboratory Testing - Knowledge of ingredients, packaging and equipment laboratory test procedures, measurement devices, preparing analytical standards, reporting methods and Company performance criteria. Ability to analyze test results in order to assist in making accurate product acceptance decisions.
- Laboratory/Analytical Instrumentation - Knowledge of instrument theory, mechanical construction and operation, maintenance requirements. Includes the ability to operate, modify and repair laboratory instruments.
- Calibration - Ability to measure instrument variation and apply corrections in order to ensure accuracy and precision of an instrument, equipment or measurement tool.
- Sensory Analysis - Knowledge and application of sensory analysis techniques (e.g., taste, odor, appearance) and their use in understanding important flavor characteristics in Company products. Includes the ability to apply the techniques to evaluate beverage quality.
- Documentation Management - Knowledge of the principles of documentation management to define and manage changes to the intellectual property, project agreements, supplier agreements, The Coca-Cola Quality System (TCCQS), engineering documentation, capital asses, equipment authorization and/or packaging.
- Sampling - Knowledge and application of statistical process control techniques for developing and maintaining sampling programs.
- Statistical Process Control - Knowledge and application of statistical tools and techniques (e.g., X-bar, histograms, CPK calculations and range charting) used to understand, monitor and control work processes.
- Technical Specifications - Knowledge of and ability to apply standards and specifications for ingredients, packaging, beverage production, and concentrate manufacturing.
- Transportation Regulations - Knowledge of the Company, local, national and international transportation and hazardous materials regulatory requirements that apply to Company locations or processes and the actions required to keep the company in compliance with these regulations.
- Troubleshooting - Ability to identify and resolve process, system and/or mechanical failures (e.g., manufacturing equipment, software tools, network, order flags, parts return).
- Waste Water Treatment - Knowledge of wastewater treatment operations and associated processes. Includes the ability to operate a wastewater treatment facility.
- Water Filtration/Treatment - Knowledge of the basic chemistry of water and filtration or other means of removing contaminants of impurities. Includes knowledge of water standards (e.g., NSF, EPA) and their functionality. Ability to select and integrate water filtration equipment to achieve a cost-effective solution to removing water impurities that affect beverage taste or quality.
- Audit Objectivity - Ability to remain independent and objective when performing audits. This includes adhering to the facts and standards and not being unduly influenced by operating management.
Job Location and Work Conditions
- Work is performed in all areas of a production facility. Work is of non-repetitive nature and requires exposures to temperature extremes, moderate noise levels, moving equipment, wetness, chemicals, ingredients, fumes, dust, and vibrations.
- Work is performed on flexible shifts. Manufacturing facility subject to extreme heat and cold. Multi-shift operation.
Our Growth Culture:
One of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years is having a company culture that supports and rewards behaviors that lead to growth. Our "Growth Behaviors," as we call them, are ways of being and working that help to make us successful. Think about how you can bring this to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
Keep seeking, never settle. Staying curious about what is outside, and two steps ahead inspires us to challenge the status quo. Having the courage to look and leap is the way we grow. Because asking "what if?" pushes us to the next level as people and as a company.
Make it happen. True empowerment is the result of taking responsibility. This means giving yourself permission to see it, say it and do it, and owning the outcomes. Because we move forward faster when we all take action.
Version 1.0, 2.0, 3.0
Push for progress, not perfection. There are very few overnight successes. Greatness is borne of many little victories (and failures). Share v 1.0, test it, and make it better. Then create the next version. Because the moment we think something is perfect, it will be obsolete.
Include, value and trust each other. We are smart alone but together we are genius. This means being inclusive, giving the benefit of the doubt and being responsible for each other. Because, for our company to thrive for the next 100+ years, smart isn't enough. We need genius.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Apply Back to Top


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Morning all. Good to see from the entries that the diary for all the eye-catchers is starting to fill up nicely over the coming days. I will do my best to get them out nice and early unlike today.
I've had a one point bet today on THE LOCK MASTER (2.20 Southwell) at 16/1. In the time it's taken me to get to London on the train and double-check his price I see it has halved so not much use now but he's a really well handicapped horse. He loves it round Southwell and if you watch the comeback run last time he travelled really well in that race behind two very well handicapped horses before getting tired turning for home. Bear in mind it wasn't that long ago he was running in a class 2 off a mark of 92 and today he is down to 70.
If he has come on from that run then he will probably laugh at this lot and you can still have a small interest at around 10/1.
THE LOCK MASTER – 1pt Win at 10/1.


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Good research is well-planned research. Here are some tips for helping you get started.
1. Think about the type and number of resources appropriate for your project. For example, a small essay on an academic topic may require only a few journal articles. A paper on a topical news story might require some news articles as well. A large essay or project may require journal articles, books, news stories, and information found from the open web.
2. Search effectively! When searching databases, use the advanced search window so that you can combine concepts effectively. Take a moment to ensure that you have good search terms, by checking the thesaurus or subject headings list. Make sure that you are doing the 'type' of search term you want, i.e., author, subject, keyword, etc. Don't forget to try new strategies: if your search isn't working, try new terms, new combinations of terms, and new types of searches.
3. Citation, citation, citation! It's a word we hear a lot and it can evoke fear - but don't let it! Take advantage of the MSVU Library citation resources, found on this page to your right. Make sure you know what style your professor wants, first!
4. Talk to a librarian! Our reference librarians are here to answer any questions you might have about research. Special sessions can be booked at the circulation desk if you would like thorough instruction on any part of the research process.
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Somewhere I have my grandfathers long service certificate which shows a selection of the vehicles he drove, will try and find it to post here if anyone is interested.
... And so to the final act. ... A Guy Arab ordered for C&D but delivered to M&D, running over a C&D route re-numbered in the 14x series and in M&D livery.
There is one C&D bus left that has been brought back to the Medway Towns for restoration.
Apparently there is one surviving bus left which has really got around the country and is now back in Maidstone.


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Tristan Thompson x Tackma - 416 X 216 Strap Back
the official release of the 416 x 216 strap back, a collaboration with @realtristan13 and @Tackma. Exclusively at the get fresh company
We kickED off the launch with Tristan Thompson at 2pm here at the shop. Thank you to all the special guests who dropped by and showed love. we sold out in 45 minutes, i'd say that was a successful pop up.
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Why Your Personal Brand is Important (and 5 Reasons Why You Need a Personal Brand)
The bold truth: Your brand is much more than just your colors or logo! A while ago, I wrote about the difference between your personal brand and personal branding (check it out here).
To recap, your personal brand is what makes you unique. It is a reflection of who you already are. It's your core being. It's what's built into your DNA.
So, why is your personal brand so important as an entrepreneur? Here's 5 reasons why:
1. build your know, like & trust factor
Your personal brand help build your know, like and trust factor. Your potential clients and clients can get to know your authentic self.
The more they get to know you, the more they will start liking you. The more they like you, the more they will trust you. The more they will trust you, the more they will do business with you. The more they do business with you, the more they will refer you to others.
People don't do business with people they simply like. They buy from people they trust.
I recently talked about boosting your know, like, and trust factor by playing to your strengths on Britney Gardner's The Know Like & Trust Show podcast. You can listen to it here.
2. establish credibility
Much like the first reason, your personal brand helps establish credibility. Successful personal brands earn and build credibility.
Instead of just talking the talk, walk the talk! Credibility starts with articulating your core values and then act consistently with those values.
It means showing up consistently online showcasing your values, talents, strengths, knowledge, insights, and expertise.
3. gain expert status
Your personal brand is an important factor in gaining expert status in your industry. By discovering and leveraging your personal brand, you can establish yourself as a thought-leader and expert in your field.
A great way to leverage your personal brand is through your content marketing. By publishing a blog, guest posting on other people's blogs (check out one of my guest posts here), writing articles for online publications (like YFS Magazine - check out mine - or the Huffington Post), hosting webinars, or sharing your tips and advice by posting in Facebook groups, you're on your way to gaining expert status really quick.
4. stand out from everyone else
Your personal brand is all about what makes you unique and the feeling and impression you leave behind.
By showcasing what makes you unique, it allows you to stand out from everyone else. This becomes especially important if you're an online service-based entrepreneur. Let's face it, there are probably a lot of people who offer similar services as you do.
So, how do you stand out online from everyone else? Be yourself. Use your unique voice. Share your unique experiences and perspectives. Use your unique skills and knowledge. Share your unique mission.
5. build relationships & partnerships
Your personal brand can help you build relationships and/or partnerships with other industry experts or influencers. This may actually help accelerate your brand growth and influence as well!
Building relationships and partnerships with people that compliment your business will help you extend your reach faster to more audiences and markets, as well as position you as the expert in what you do.
An example of this would be by partnering with someone who has an upcoming launch. You could offer a bonus to their enrollees. Or, someone else could feature your launch and become an affiliate for your program or course.
Another example would be you gaining an interview on a popular podcast, or a guest post on someone else's blog.


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C2E2 Approaches...
Well! MoCCA was a grand old time...until I came down with the flu. Luckily, the germs held off until the con was over, but I've been stuck in bed ever since. This coming weekend, I plan on feeling 100% better, because I'll be attending the inaugural C2E2 Convention in Chicago, IL! I haven't been to Chicago in years, and I'm looking forward to revisiting the charms of the windy city. And Dave has never been, so I look forward to introducing him to authentic deep dish pizza!
We'll be set up this weekend in C2E2's Artist Alley, at Table K6. We'll have a plethora of goodies for sale, including hardcover editions of Smile, BSC graphic novels, mini-comics, t-shirts, original art, and all of Dave's comics, too!
Our schedules for the con are as follows:
Friday 12:15 - 1:15: Dave will be on the panel, The Magic of Reading from the Creator's Perspective. Room E352.
Saturday 6:10: I'll be participating in the Iron Artist Tournament, on the Variant Stage. There will be three rounds of 4 cartoonists each starting at 6:10, 6:50 and 7:30. Each round will involve 3 "art challenges" where they'll be given 10 minutes to put their own unique spin on an idea suggested by our audience. I'm up at 6:10; please come watch me draw and cheer me on!
Sunday 11:00: Dave is on an Avatar panel! If you love the TV show Avatar: The Last Airbender as much as we do, you'll want to attend this one. The panel title is Avatar: The Last Airbender - Beginning and Beyond, and it takes place in room E350.
Sunday 12:30: I'll be speaking on the panel Graphic Novel Events for Your School/Library. Should be interesting! Room E267.
Sunday 2-2:30: SMILE, LIVE ON STAGE!! I'll be performing a scene from Smile, live on stage, with a few other actors reading different parts. On the Variant Stage.
Beyond that, we should be at our table all weekend. Please come by and say hello! We love meeting new people!
We're going to be in town for a few days beyond the con. I'm doing a private school visit on Monday afternoon, and then on Tuesday evening, we hope you'll join us for...
Audiovisual Audacity with Raina Telgemeier and Dave Roman!
@ Challengers Comics + Conversation 1845 N. Western Ave. 2R Chicago, IL Tuesday, April 20 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
KIDS OF ALL AGES: Do we have an event for you! Straight from New York, we've got authors RAINA TELGEMEIER (Smile, Babysitters Club) and DAVE ROMAN (Astronaut Elementary, Agnes Quill) giving an exciting sight-and-sound heavy presentation for young and old alike. HEAR Dave and Raina read from two of their all-ages graphic novels! SEE accompanying slideshows of both books! TASTE some cool snacks! SOME ACTION that signifies getting copies of SMILE and ASTRONAUT ELEMENTARY signed by the authors!
It's going to be a fun night, so bring the whole family!
And after that, it's on to Portland, OR, for the Stumptown Comics Fest...which I'll talk about in its own post. What a crazy month!


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KRIS KOBOLD | Team Blue Captain Profile/
As we countdown the days to the 2017 Open, we will be profiling one of our team captains each day leading up to the first Friday Night Lights WOD. First up, a member of the early morning crew and captain of Team Blue, Kris.
Who is the person you always look to find their score on the board and why?
As an 0600 CrossFitter, there isn't anyone on the board yet! That said, I think we early birds know we set the bar for the day, so that pushes us to dig a little deeper (I does for me, at least).
What movements are your strengths?
The clean, strict press, HSPUs, Turkish get-ups, box-jumps.
How many opens have you done and why do you personally do them?
2017 is my third CrossFit Open. I participate mostly for the fun of it. The Friday-night WODs are a blast, and I like the friendly competition at the Intramurals. (Plus, I don't mind chirping some of the other team captains...)
What was your most memorable open workout and why?
15.3 -- no question. The WOD started with 7 muscle-ups which you must complete before moving on to 50 wall balls, then 100 double-unders as a 14-minute AMRAP. I had never managed a MUP before, so I figured I had 14 minutes to try to get at least one. I struggled at a few attempts, and then it "clicked" -- and I knew I could repeat it. The best part? Allen got it on video for me.
Why do you enjoy the Friday night lights atmosphere?
See 3, but I also like encouraging my teammates to dig deep.
What made you want to be a captain?
What can first time openers expect?
A good time: hard work, communal suffering, encouragement, congratulations, and a cold beer (or something similar) with your name on it when time's up and the WOD is over.
What is your goal for this year's open?
Nothing short leading Blue Steel to glorious victory as we crush our enemies, see them driven before us, and hear the lamentations of their loved ones and teammates.
What team do you think is the one to beat and why?
Blue Steel is the one to beat. No question. Everyone says so. Last week I overheard Mysty, Red's captain, talking about how was she's really nervous for her team, once she saw our lineup. Rachel, Green's captain, asked me whether it would be okay to e-mail transfer me some money so that maybe -- just maybe -- we'd let someone from her team win a heat or two sometime. And last week after Mass Class, I saw Dan, Team Purple's captain huddled in the corner by the wall balls, whimpering and hugging his knees, after I told him I wouldn't left him defect to our team and abandoned his (doomed) teammates! So, yeah. You better bring it, if you wanna beat Blue.


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Undergraduate Degree in Art
Freshmen year Family Weekend is my favorite Marywood moment!
Year: Junior
Major: Art History
Hometown: Philly
Activities on Campus: President of the Art History Club, a member of the Alumni Association, VIA, BFLF, Creative Writing, Food Recovery, and the Wood Word news site
Favorite Marywood moment: Freshman year Family Weekend
Favorite place on campus: Shields Art Galleries
Favorite thing about being an Ambassador: Definitely meeting prospective students and showing them our beautiful campus.
Fun fact: I own three bearded dragons!