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Rehearing Denied May 31, 1949.
See 337 U.S. 921 . [ Defense Supplies Corp. v. Lawrence Warehouse Co. 336 U.S. 631 (1949) ] [336 U.S. 631 , 632]
Mr. Morton Liftin, of Washington, D.C., for petitioners.
Messrs. Morris Lavine, of Los Angeles, Cal., and W. R. Wallace, Jr., of San Francisco, Cal., for respondents.
Mr. Justice MURPHY delivered the opinion of the Court.
We are asked to assess the effect of the Defense Supplies Corporation's dissolution on an action to which it was a party at the time of dissolution. Petitioners are the Defense Supplies Corporation and the Reconstruc- [336 U.S. 631 , 633] tion Finance Corporation. Both are arms of the United States Government. 1
Defense Supplies Corporation brought action against respondents in the District Court for the Northern District of California, in February, 1944, alleging respondents' neglig nt destruction of automobile tires owned by Defense Supplies and stored by respondents. Respondents denied their negligence. The District Judge tried the cause without a jury in February, 1945. He ordered the case submitted on July 16, 1945, and in January, 1946, found negligence and ordered judgment for Defense Supplies Corporation in the amount of $41,975.15 and costs, D.C., 67 F.Supp. 16; engrossed findings and final judgment were entered in April, 1946. Respondents filed notice of appeal on June 14, 1946; the appeal was argued in the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in October, 1947, and in December the court affirmed the judgment below. 164 F.2d 773. In January, 1948, rehearing was denied.
Then respondents discovered that Defense Supplies Corporation 'did not exist.' Congress had dissolved the theretofore successful litigant as of July 1, 1945, in the Joint Resolution of June 30, 1945, 59 Stat. 310, 15 U.S.C.A. 611 note, and transferred all its assets to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation-after trial, but before judgment, in the District Court. The Court of Appeals, one judge dissenting, granted respondents' second petition for reconsideration; denied a motion to substitute the Reconstruction Finance Corporation as out of time; and vacated the judgment entered in favor of the Defense Supplies Corporation, ordering the action dismissed. 9 Cir., 168 F.2d 199. We brought the case here on certiorari, 335 U.S. 857 , because of alleged conflict with Gaynor v. Metals Reserve [336 U.S. 631 , 634] Co., 166 F.2d 1011, in the Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.
Our decision rests upon interpretation of the statute dissolving Defense Supplies Corporation. For although our conception of a corporation centers upon legislative grant rather than spontaneous existence, see Petrogradsky M. K. Bank v. National City Bank, 253 N.Y. 23, 30-31, 170 N.E. 479, the courts have generally treated a corporation's demise much as they have that of a natural litigant. Mumma v. Potomac Co., 8 Pet. 281, 287; National Bank v. Colby, 21 Wall. 609; Pendleton v. Russell, 144 U.S. 640 ; Oklahoma Natural Gas Co. v. Oklahoma, 273 U.S. 257 . The parallel has not been the subject of universal admiration, see Marcus, Suability of Dissolved Corporations, 58 Harv.L.Rev. 675; and is by no means exact, Shayne v. Evening Post Publishing Co., 168 N.Y. 70, 78, 61 N.E. 115, 55 L. R.A. 777, 85 Am.St.Rep. 654; Bruun v. Katz Drug Co., 351 Mo. 731, 173 S.W. 2d 906. But at least one facet of the analogy has seemed too clear to permit change without an 'independent lift of power'2 from the Congress. Whether phrased in terms of adherence to precedent, congressional acceptance of that precedent,3 or the 'impossibility' of proceeding 'without a defendant,'4 most courts have held that the dissolution of a corporation works an abatement of pending actions. 5
But a time-honored feature of the corporate device is that a corporate entity may be utterly dead for most [336 U.S. 631 , 635] purposes, yet have enough life remaining to litigate its actions. All that is necessary is a statute so providing. Oklahoma Gas Co. v. Oklahoma, supra; Pease v. Rathbun-Jones Engineering Co., 243 U.S. 273, 277 , 285, Ann.Cas. 1918C, 1147. Unless the statutory terms are observed, however, the consequences of total dissolution attach, and, if we follow Oklahoma Natural Gas Co. v. Oklahoma, supra, and cases cited, the actions abate.
The controlling statute is set out in full in the margin. 6 The first section di solves several Government [336 U.S. 631 , 636] corporations, including Defense Supplies, and transfers all their assets and authority to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Section 2 provides that 'no suit, action, or other proceeding lawfully commenced by or against any of such corporations shall abate * * * but the court, on motion or supplemental petition filed at any time within twelve months after' July 1, 1945, showing necessity for survival, 'may allow the same to be maintained by or against' Reconstruction Finance. The question presented now is whether the failure to substitute by July 1, 1946, deprives petitioner Defense Supplies Corporation of its $42,000 judgment.
First. We agree with the Court of Appeals that the motion to substitute Reconstruction Finance was out of time. The statute provides for substitution during the year after July 1, 1945, and Reconstruction Finance's motion was presented to the court below on March 2, 1948. We do not think Congress intended a gesture of futility when it stated a twelve- month period for substitution.
Second. But the court read the substitution provision as conditioning the action's continuance: unless Reconstruction Finance became the litigant, the action abated. It therefore held that the District Court was without jurisdiction to enter judgment for Defense Supplies after July 1, 1945, and vacated the judgment so entered.
We disagree. The statute states categorically that 'no action shall abate.' Following that command, provision is made for substituting Reconstruction Finance. If Reconstruction Finance is not substituted within one year, the action by or against Defense Supplies is of course, at an end and the parties are left in statu quo; but there is nothing to show that during the year in which Reconstruction Finance may be substituted, action by or against Defense Supplies cannot continue in Defense Supplies name. If Congress states that no ac- [336 U.S. 631 , 637] tion shall abate, we fail to see why we should make additional language a proviso. And since the District Court entered its judgment during the year allowed for substitution of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, we conclude that it was valid when entered.
The Court of Appeals though that LeCrone v. McAdoo, 253 U.S. 217 ; Payne v. Industrial Board, 258 U.S. 613 ; and United States ex rel. Claussen v. Curran, 276 U.S. 590 , dictated a contrary result. They do not. They rather demonstrate the validity of our interpretation. The statutory language construed in the LeCrone and Payne cases was substantially the same as that under scrutiny now,7 and the court held only that the actions were 'at an end' in this court after the year given for substitution had expired-that after that year, we had no jurisdiction to review the merits. The court did not suggest that the courts below had entered their judgments improperly. It simply dismissed the writs of error. 8 But in 1925 the statute was amended. The [336 U.S. 631 , 638] command, 'no action shall abate,' was omitted; the new provision made it unmistakably clear that the validity of the judgment was conditional upon substitution. 9 And when called upon to interpret the new statute, we went further than we had in Payne and LeCrone. We vacated the judgments below, and remanded to the District Court with a direction to dismiss the cause as abated. United States ex rel. Claussen v. Curran, supra.
Three conclusions follow from our interpretation of the statute, plus the Payne and LeCrone interpretations of a statute with nearly identical language. The first is that the Court of Appeals was without jurisdiction to review the merits of the cause, since respondents called for review after the period given for substitution had expired. In addition, the District Court judgment was valid when entered, since it was entered during the one-year period. And finally the judgment was not robbed of its vitality by the abatement of appellate proceedings. The latter conclusion adheres to the familiar rule that a judgment against or in favor of a corporation is not erased by subsequent dissolution Pendleton v. Russell, [336 U.S. 631 , 639] supra, 144 U.S. at page 646. See 47 A.L.R. 1385, n. 1. There is no good sense in departing from that principle because a notice of appeal was filed in this case before the corporation ended for all purposes. For even if the judgment had been stayed-a fact that does not appear in the record before us-the stay would have been conditional upon perfecting the appeal. And we do not think respondents are in a position to object that they could not perfect an appeal because the Court of Appeals had no jurisdiction, when respondents could have remedied the defect by a motion to substitute the Reconstruction Finance Corporation.
We have held, above, that the Court of Appeals had no jurisdiction to review the merits. LeCrone and Payne show that we likewise have no jurisdiction so far as the merits are concerned. But that, of course, does not affect our power to set aside the erroneous action of the Court of Appeals. Our supervisory appellate jurisdiction would be of little value if the injustice caused by the decision below were to stand uncorrected. We are not so constricted. The Claussen case, supra, indicates that. And Walling v. Reuter Co., 321 U.S. 671, 676 , 828, and cases cited, is conclusive against respondents' argument.
We conclude that the Court of Appeals erred in depriving petitioner Defense Supplies of its valid judgment in the District Court, and we vacate the judgment of the Court of Appeals and remand to that court with directions to dismiss the appeal from the judgment of the District Court. Reconstruction Finance, as the real party in interest, Rule 17(a), Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, 28 U.S.C.A.; see Heisen v. Smith, 138 Cal. 216, 219, 71 P. 180, 94 Am.St.Rep. 39, may then bring action on the judgment. Rule 81(b); Mitchell v. St. Maxent's Lessee, 4 Wall. 237, 242-243; Freeman, Judgments (5th, ed.), 1091, p. 2268; Town of Fletcher v. Hickman, 10 Cir., 165 F. 403; Thomas v. [336 U.S. 631 , 640] Thomas, 14 Cal.2d 355, 358, 94 P.2d 810. Scire facias revival, while often considered merely a continuation of the original suit, United States v. Payne, 147 U.S. 687, 690 , 443, is a separate action for this purpose, and in the setting of this statute. See Browne, Manzaneres & Co. v. Chavez, 181 U.S. 68 .10
Vacated and remanded.
[ Footnote 1 ] Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 15 U.S.C. 601 et seq., 15 U.S. C.A. 601 et seq.; Defense Supplies Corporation, see footnote 6, infra.
2. L. Hand, J., in another context, Helvering v. Proctor, 2 Cir., 140 F.2d 87 at 89, 155 A.L.R. 845.
[ Footnote 3 ] The statute dissolving Defense Supplies Corporation, footnote 6, infra, is an example.
[ Footnote 4 ] Mumma v. Potomac Co., supra; Peora Coal Co. v. Ashcraft, 123 W.Va. 586, 595, 17 S.E.2d 444.
[ Footnote 5 ] The problem is distinct from that of survival of causes of action. Fix v. Philadelphia Barge Co., 290 U.S. 530 .
6. 'Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That, notwithstanding any other provision of law, all functions, powers, duties, and authority of the corporations hereinafter designated, are hereby transferred, together with all their documents, books of account, records, assets, and liabilities of every kind and nature, to Reconstruction Finance Corporation and shall be performed, exercised, and administered by that Corporation in the same manner and to the same extent and effect as if originally vested in Reconstruction Finance Corporation, and the designated corporations are hereby dissolved: Defense Plant Corporation, Metals Reserve Company, Rubber Reserve Company, and Defense Supplies Corporation, created by Reconstruction Finance Corporation pursuant to the Act of June 25, 1940 ( 54 Stat. 572), and Disaster Loan Corporation, created by the Act of February 11, 1937 (50 Stat. 19), are hereby designated as the corporations to which this joint resolution applies.
[ Footnote 7 ] 'Be it enacted * * * That no suit, action, or other proceeding lawfully commenced by or against the head of any Department or Bureau or other officer of the United States in his official capacity, or in relation to the discharge of his official duties, shall abate by reason of his death, or the expiration of his term of office, or his retirement, or resignation, or removal from office, but, in such event, the Court, on motion or supplemental petion filed, at any time within twelve months thereafter, showing a necessity for the survival thereof to obtain a settlement of the questions involved, may allow the same to be maintained by or against his successor in office * * *.' 30 Stat. 822.
[ Footnote 8 ] Mr. McAdoo resigned as Secretary of the Treasury on November 22, 1918. The resignation was to be effective when his successor took office. New York Times, Nov. 23, 1918, p. 1, col. 8. Carter Glass took office as Secretary of the Treasury on December 16, 1918. New York Times, Dec. 17, 1918, p. 17, col. 2. The writ in LeCrone v. McAdoo was dismissed on June 1, 1920.
John Barton Payne resigned as Director General of Railroads in April, 1921. Who Was Who in America (Chicago, 1943), p. 946. The writ in Payne v. Industrial Board was dismissed on May 1, 1922.
[ Footnote 9 ] 'Be it enacted * * * That where, during the pendency of an action, suit, or other proceeding brought by or against an officer of the United States, or of the District of Columbia, or the Canal Zone, or of a Territory or an insular possession of the United States, * * * such officer dies, resigns, or otherwise ceases to hold such office, it shall be competent for the court wherein the action, suit, or proceeding is pending, whether the court be one of first instance or an appellate tribunal, to permit the cause to be continued and maintained by or against the successor in office of such officer, if within six months after his death or separation from the office it be satisfactorily shown to the court that there is a substantial need for so continuing and maintaining the cause and obtaining an adjudication of the questions involved.' 43 Stat. 936, 941.
[ Footnote 10 ] The view we take of this case makes it unnecessary to decide whether principles of estoppel might not foreclose respondents' attack upon the failure to substitute. Compare Habich v. Folger, 20 Wall. 1; Pease v. Rathbun-Jones Engineering Co., supra, 243 U.S. at page 277, Ann.Cas.1918C, 1147; with United States ex rel. Claussen v. Curran, supra; and Mumma v. Potomac Co., supra. Nor need we determine whether the entry of a nunc pro tunc order by the Court of Appeals would have properly avoided the problem of statutory construction. Compare Jackson v. Smietanka, 7 Cir., 272 F. 970, with Mitchell v. Overman, 103 U.S. 62 ; Quon Quon Poy v. Johnson, 273 U.S. 352, 359 , 348; Shakman v. United States Credit System, 92 Wis. 366, 377Ä378, 66 N.W. 528, 32 L.R.A. 383, 53 Am.St.Rep. 920; State v. Waldo Bank, 20 Me. 470.
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Friday, August 26, 2011
coffee to go
57 comments:
Definitely coffee, and probably a needle and thread and a pair of knitting needles! xoReplyDelete
What a pefect way to start the day ... the middle of nowhere bit as well as the latte. Life on the road for me would have to include a proper teapot for the proper brewing of chamomile flower tea. But I'd sneak a coffee machine in too if I could :DReplyDelete
Have loved reading your road adventures.ReplyDelete
I have always been a coffee lover but like you, the coffee making in this house lies firmly in Jason's hands.
He makes a mean coffee x
Firstly I just have to say, my partner and I are both absolutely addicted to reading about your amazing family adventure! I don't think I've said hello before, but I've been reading for quite awhile, and I feel SUPER inspired by this journey you've taken with your family!ReplyDelete
Secondly, LOVE that you guys managed to sneak this lovely little ritual in as part of your journey! As a fellow coffee addict, bravo! I think books would be the 'can't live without' for me, pretty boring - but definitely true! I would take a stack, both old favourites, and exciting new ones to tuck into. I made a much shorter caravan journey with my then boyfriend, over one summer. I found that some of the camp grounds had book swap libraries in them. It was always exciting having a look through, and then swapping some of mine for some of theirs... Have you found this type of thing in your travels?
Anyway, happy journeying! We'll be reading!
Sam was super impressed when he saw the rancillio in your caravan. We have an old 60's coffee machine at our house. I've worked as a barista for many years & still to this day dislike all that there is to coffee. Lucky I can make a mean coffee without having to taste it.ReplyDelete
If I was off on a long adventure, I'd most certainly have to pack my teapots & tea. I like Darjeeling, peppermint & gen mai cha.
I don't think I'd be able to go that long without some home (caravan) baked goodies either.
Even though I don't drink coffee, I'm loving the idea of sipping the perfect latte in the middle of nowhere. How lush.
Take care & have fun.
p.s. how can I post to you in the middle of nowhere?
- AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 7:39 PM
I'm not big on coffee though I could be convinced otherwise if they always looked as good as that :)ReplyDelete
Books, my journal and a trusty crochet hook are my must haves.
We recently purchased a Nespresso machine. I.cannot.live.without.it!ReplyDelete
Best thing to wake up to in the morning...glad you decided to take it on the road with you. xx
Mr G ALWAYS brings me a coffee within minutes of me opening my eyes - I hate it when he is away, the lack of coffee in the morning always compounds this. So you are a very lucky girl to not have to have given this up - it is a beautiful way to be shown you are loved! Lovely farmer brenReplyDelete
It was Devonport airport, actually. Not Launceston. And it was before we knew Farmer Bren. In the new rating system we'd still give Devonport airport one for old time's sake, though we only ever drank coffee there once. Top score of 11 goes to...drum roll...why, it's Farmer Bren! What a surprise! xxReplyDelete
Being from Melbourne I'd have to say coffee well. I too have a wonderful barista man, whom makes the best lattes with a a bamix would you believe.ReplyDelete
we would have to take our coffee machine too. I have drunk coffee since my early 20's but my hubby has come to coffee like you in his early 30's. he only drinks short black (typical Italian) and is OBSESSED about only getting good coffee.ReplyDelete
As you head into WA, make sure you try Yahava, it's made in Margaret River but they have a place in the Swan Valley as well - go for Romeo No.5! If you ever hear someone call "romeo romeo where for art thou romeo" in our house - you know what we're talking about.
I am so trying to think of something other than coffee, hook and yarn....ReplyDelete
Oh it would have to be a good old cup of tea for me. Take that away from me and I would be one moody lady :) Tetley tea or even better a very strong cup of Yorkshire tea.ReplyDelete
Leah x
Hi Kate..You've said it all..what more could I add?ReplyDelete
Not a coffee drinker but love a good cup of loose leaf tea. So definitely my teapot and tea leaves. My kindle ereader would be the other thing.ReplyDelete
Without a doubt we'd invest in a coffee machine, top of the 'must take' list!! Hubby is a coffee guru, so my addiction would certainly be maintained nicely..what I'd like to learn to live without is (pitifully) my hairdryer, I do try here at home but I just can't do it, I don't have that kind of hair..xReplyDelete
If there is electricity we take the flatscreen and dvd player. We hire a movie for the kids, something classic that they don't have at the video shop back home, like swiss family robinson, settle the kids in front of that with a few treats and sneak into the other room of the tent for an afternoon nap..... What is a holiday without an afternoon nap?ReplyDelete
Other than that I would have to say my hairdryer and makeup. I might not use them every day at home but I like to spend a little bit of time on myself if we are away...
Boy I sound shallow...
It used to be coffee and books, now it's coffee and my android tablet, which has an electronic reader!ReplyDelete
Your mum is a blogger? *adding her to my reader as well*ReplyDelete
you lucky duck, to have your beautiful van, and a coffee machine and your very own personal barista.ReplyDelete
happy days
Delicious! What a lovely way to start the day! CxReplyDelete
I just wrote a really long comment and it disappeared before I posted it- doesn't that shit ya?? xxReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 10:26 PM
can't live without coffee and my toothbrush. i go insane over the smell of freshly brewed coffee and i cannot stand not brushing my teeth. what a perfect spot for your machine - it was meant to be! have a lovely weekend.ReplyDelete
Sock needles, paper, pen and drawing pencils. That would be all. You may keep the coffee, 'k?ReplyDelete
Definately either Sylvia or our newly obtained stove top pot, depending on how much space we've got. Love a good coffee at the start of the day and coffee with a view, doesn't get better than that :)ReplyDelete
MWAH! xxxxReplyDelete
When we go camping my Atomic takes pride of place in our camper van....I posted on it a while back. It features in our outdoor kitchen in the pics in our 'Glamping' post...(silly me...I wrote that post and didn't ven realise it was actually A REAL term! woopsy....)
I simply WILL not be without a good bowl of coffee..so I totally understand why the Rancilio has pride of place!
I am so glad you are enjoying the beans I sent you.
On extended stays away from home I always take my little green sewing bag, a pair of scissors and scraps of fabric. Crochet hook and wool too. Absolute must because I will then have something to invent or mend with. Your husband is a real dear for looking after you each day. CherrieReplyDelete
I am completely with you here, coffee machine for sure. I am a self professed coffee snob and can't do without a real coffee! Like your way of thinking!ReplyDelete
we take our Rancillio "Sylvia" with us in a special case when we travel, and lug it into the hotel room with us . . .along with the three kids and two german shephers, we've decided travel trailer is the way to go, heh.ReplyDelete
I do admit I am sooooo with you on the coffee addiction. I have to take our little machine with us whenever we go to the mountains, which annoys the Mr because he's 'templing' and has forgotten the basic needs of the addict! Yah for farmer/barista Bren for being such a champion :) KxReplyDelete
p.s. 'templing' is my word for when people make their bodies a temple ;)
Forgot to say, congratulations on having a 1000 followers! Wow! and you thought no-one would be interested in your caravan adventures :) KxReplyDelete
Definately good tea and coffee. And also something to do to keep my hands busy, I go nuts if I don't have something to do.ReplyDelete
It's serendipitous that your coffee machine fit in that space. It doesn't look like there was much room to spare!
Tea leaves, tea pot and my spinning wheel and lots and lots of fleece. Ohh might bring hubby too...vbg. Loving reading your story and seeing all the beautiful photos. So glad the trip is going well and you are all relaxing and enjoying yourselves.ReplyDelete
what a darling Ben is. you must have some comforts from home on such a big trip. I'm a tea girl myself so I don't understand the fuss about coffee! Although, i am quite choosy about what type of tea i drink. loving following your adventure. have a safe and happy weekend. Jane xReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 27, 2011 at 1:13 PM
My husband makes me coffee every morning. I think it tastes better when someone who you love makes it for you. We're lucky girls.ReplyDelete
Good coffee, good books and plenty of knitting.ReplyDelete
Oh, it was meant to be that the coffee machine fitted into your van. Fate!
Been following your landbased adventure whilst on my own short sea based adventure! I can say with certainty that a tea pot, craft books and my sewing machine had to be packed - love reading your blogReplyDelete
Totally get the post office smell scenario! Congratulations for educating the northerners, bad form, I know.ReplyDelete
Hah! so your Bren and mine were twins in a former life?!
Im NOT a coffee drinker but when he places one in front of me I wait for it to cool down (im a secret iced coffee advocate as I truly believe it tastes so much better cold, think about it) and pretend I need it to start my day, when all I wish for is for my own machine... my sewing machine. Sooo... in answer to your question my first thought is I would have to take my sewing machine. But you already know this about me, x
- AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 12:53 AM
I couldn't live without my tea!! I love latte but drink more tea than anything. Thank god our aiport has been rebuilt including the cafe but I must admit I have never bought a coffee there so it could sill be a one!!!! But there is a Hudson's in there now tooReplyDelete
I've come late to the coffee too. I was also in my thirties. I think I couldn't leave for 6 months for fear of NOT getting a decent coffee. Lucky you to have Bren at the machine. xReplyDelete
I don't drink coffee but Tea is at the top of my list. That, my hook and yarn, a few books (oh and I guess my children ;) ) and I'd be happy xReplyDelete
wonderful little storyReplyDelete
my dad work in a coffee company for a long time ...and my hubby and I rated our coffee when we go out!!
enjoy your coffee & sunday
Oh enjoy, i'm 36 & still haven't had a cup of coffee ever, my husband doesn't drink it either, or tea, i'm sure it saves me a fortune!! Love PosieReplyDelete
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I used to laugh that I could give up air travel, easily live without a car, but that I couldn't ever consider living without my popcorn machine. But then the popcorn machine broke and couldn't be repaired, and what I thought I couldn't be without has been effortlessly replaced by a simple pot.ReplyDelete
Congrats on 1002 followers! xx
Smiling at how many guys are bringing coffee to their Beloveds in the morning ... gadzooks you've got a gorgeous fella there Kate! If a wonderful journey like yours happened to me I'd desperately miss Ma Bella's (my beautiful girls) ... I'm caffeine free, male free and never been happier ;~)ReplyDelete
Huge Hugs to y'all ♥♥♥♥♥
We almost left behind our coffee machine when we recently moved to Hong Kong. This was a big decision for us, as my Shropshire boy adores his coffee and used to roast his own coffee beans (in a pop corn maker, yes!)ReplyDelete
We are now SO GLAD we bought it with us as there are not many good coffee shops at all here to buy a latte. We have managed to find one fab coffee shop that sells fresh roasted beans, so we are all happy now.
I do wonder how much you miss your sewing machine? I missed mine terribly in the weeks we moved and our shipping had not arrived. But I can't crochet (yet) or knit (very well) so I am glad you have these with you :)
Actually I think my thing would be the coffee as well. Ours is a little Italian stove top espresso maker and I love the ritual of getting it all together half as much as the drinking.ReplyDelete
Enjoy that double shot latte Kate.
Good question. Me thinks I cannot live without the laptop and the camera.ReplyDelete
...and how lucky are you that your farmer boy makes you a latte every morning. He's a keeper!
I'm not a coffee drinker, but....oh yeah!ReplyDelete
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Fletcher Smith, the agent for Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb, confirmed this morning an ESPN.com report that said McNabb will receive $5.3 million in new money from the two-year restructuring the Eagles worked with his client Thursday night. That means the final two years of McNabb's contract is now worth $24.5 million with a good portion of that guaranteed.
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Eagles president Joe Banner said the two sides almost immediately started talking about a two-year restucture rather than an extension when conversations started with a meeting in late February.
"It was appropriate to make some adjustments so that he was rewarded commensurate with the way he plays," Banner said. "At the risk of saying something very counterintuitive, it was the fair thing to do. We do try to be fair with the guys. In this situation, we felt if we didn't make an adjustment in light of where he was at in the timing of the contract, it wouldn't be fair. That motivated us. He obviously had similar motivations and it worked out."
Banner said that the Eagles probably wouldn't consider an extension for McNabb at least until late in the 2010 season, which gives the team time to evaluate his play as well as the progress of backup Kevin Kolb, the team's first choice in the 2007 draft.
"We had a discussion: should we do a long-term deal or should we just address the two years?" Banner said. "Frankly, we both wanted to do something that was really simple, so that he could stay focused on football and the team was focused on having the best year it could. Very early, it was clear that with the complications of the unknowns it was going to be much easier to do two years. We were both fine with that so we just focused on that."
Banner was asked about how cornerback Sheldon Brown might react to McNabb's restructured deal given that the team has refused to address his contract situation.
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text: I didn't send Version 2 to this mailing list, but sent it to Masinter instead. He requested that I make some small changes and send the result to CL-Cleanup. Here it is. ! Forum: Cleanup Issue: REST-LIST-ALLOCATION References: CLtL pp 107-108 (APPLY) Related issues: DYNAMIC-EXTENT Category: CLARIFICATION Edit history: 8-Dec-88, Version 1 by Masinter 9-Dec-88, Version 2 by Clinger (add rationale, more discussion) 12-Dec-88, Version 3 by Clinger (delete bogus examples) Problem description: In the special case of calling a function with an &REST list via APPLY, Common Lisp fails to specify whether a new copy of the list is freshly allocated. For example, given (DEFVAR *MY-LIST* '(A B C)) (DEFUN FOO (&REST X) (EQ X *MY-LIST*)) does (APPLY #'FOO *MY-LIST*) return T? This issue is different from the question of the extent of "rest lists" in the case when they *are* newly allocated which is indefinite; the issue DYNAMIC-EXTENT also contains some proposals about extent. Proposal (REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:NEWLY-ALLOCATED): Specify that &REST lists are newly allocated in the case when the function is called via APPLY. Proposal (REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:MAY-SHARE): Specify that the value of an &REST parameter is permitted, but not required, to share (top-level) structure with the last argument to APPLY. Proposal (REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:MUST-SHARE) Specify that the value of an &REST parameter is required to share (top-level) structure with the last argument to APPLY. >> this needs better spec about how the args match << Examples: (DEFVAR *MY-LIST* '(A B C)) (DEFUN FOO (&REST X) (EQ X *MY-LIST*)) (APPLY #'FOO *MY-LIST*) => T ;on Symbolics systems and probably ; many stock hardware implementations This implies that (DEFUN BAR (&REST X) (RPLACA X 'D)) (APPLY #'BAR *MY-LIST*) *MY-LIST* => (D B C) ;on Symbolics systems and probably many stock ; hardware implementations Another example: which of the following have the same semantics? (setq x '(1 2 3)) [1] (apply #'foo 1 2 3 NIL) [2] (apply #'foo 1 2 (cddr x)) [3] (apply #'foo 1 (cdr x)) [4] (apply #'foo x) [5] (funcall #'foo 1 2 3) Under REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:NEWLY-ALLOCATED: [1]-[5] are equivalent. Under REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:MAY-SHARE: Any answer to the question is correct for some conceivable implementation. Abstracting over implementations, this means that [1]-[5] are pairwise non-equivalent. Under REST-LIST-ALLOCATION:MUST-SHARE: [1]-[4] are pairwise non-equivalent in all implementations. This proposal leaves open the question of whether [1] is equivalent to [5]. And finally: Should (defun foo (&rest x) ...) behave (aside from efficiency) as if it were defined: (defun foo (&rest G0047) ;Gensym really (let ((x (copy-list G0047))) ...)) Rationale: The semantics of APPLY is unclear. In consequence it is impossible to write portable code that relies on &REST arguments sharing structure with the last argument to APPLY. Portable code can rely on &REST arguments *not* sharing structure with the last argument to APPLY, but only by performing an explicit COPY-LIST on all &REST arguments; this is redundant and inefficient in implementations where &REST arguments are newly allocated anyway. Current practice: Some implementations always share. Some implementations never share. A few may share interpreted and not share compiled, or vice versa. Cost to Implementors: None for MAY-SHARE, since that is the status quo. Both of the other proposals entail a significant cost for some implementations. If MUST-SHARE is adopted, then implementations that don't share structure may be nearly impossible to convert. If NEWLY-ALLOCATED is adopted, then implementations that do share will have to insert a call to COPY-LIST inside either APPLY or &REST list handling, which will slow things down and may be difficult as well. Cost to Users: No matter what, somebody gets hurt. MAY-SHARE means you have to write awkward and inefficient code if you care. (This is already the case for portable code.) MUST-SHARE means you have to add explicit calls to COPY-LIST to code that assumes the contrary. NEWLY-ALLOCATED means you have to rewrite code that assumes sharing. Cost of non-adoption: Great confusion over the issue. A certain amount of awkwardness and inefficiency would remain inevitable if you want to write portable code. Performance impact: MUST-SHARE costs least in consing, but might slow down function call for some implementations. MAY-SHARE lets implementations pick, has least impact. NEWLY-ALLOCATED requires consing in cases where it didn't before. Benefits: Less confusion. Improved portability. Esthetics: Differing, strongly held opinions. Discussion: The Revised3 Report on Scheme specifies that the equivalent of a &REST argument must be a newly allocated list, to avoid precisely this problem. The argument for MUST-SHARE is that copying is inefficient, so &REST should never cause copying of a list passed to it from APPLY. Functions that desire a new copy can just call COPY-LIST. Two arguments for MAY-SHARE are: 1. In no other place does Common Lisp automatically unshare structure, except when the user is explicitly modifying the structure (as in REMOVE). Making APPLY automatically unshare would be a semantic wart. 2. If APPLY copies its last argument, recursive programs that receive an &REST argument and pass it to APPLY become inefficient. A linear time algorithm can change to a quadratic time algorithm. While the efficiency could be regained through compiler flow analysis in many cases, it's better not to put the inefficiency into the language in the first place. The DYNAMIC-EXTENT proposal would allow &REST lists that were "newly allocated" to have dynamic extent if they were to be passed down via APPLY. This puts the burden in the right place. Two (closely related) arguments for NEWLY-ALLOCATED: 1. The programmer's model of function calling is simpler: functions take arguments, and any two calls that pass the same arguments to the same function are equivalent. The MAY-SHARE and MUST-SHARE proposals require a model in which functions generally take their arguments in the form of a list, and the extent to which that list shares structure with other lists in the system becomes an important part of the semantics of a function call. 2. It's not only smashing a &rest argument that's a problem, it's smashing any list that has been given as the last argument to APPLY as well. Consider the following in an implementation that doesn't copy the last argument to APPLY when it is passed as a &rest argument: > (defvar *message*) *MESSAGE* > (defun set-message (&rest mess) (setq *message* mess)) SET-MESSAGE > (let ((winner (list 'a 'winner))) (apply #'set-message winner) (setf (cdr winner) (list 'loser)) winner) (A LOSER) Is *message* (A WINNER) or (A LOSER)? (It might be (#<DTP-LOCATIVE 76123756> #<DTP-ODD-PC 12313453> ...) but that's a different problem.) This suggests that once a list has been given as the last argument to APPLY it is no longer OK to modify it. Gail Zacharias talked about the common idiom of simply doing a COPY-LIST on every &rest argument, to insure some normalcy. Her reasoning seems to bolster the case for those who claim that the current CL semantics (MAY-SHARE) are deficient: Subject: &REST Lists Date: 24 Mar 88 12:23:15 EST (Thu) From: email@example.com (Gail Zacharias) . . . 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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Easter Candy Shoppe Brunch & GiveawayJacqueline April 05, 2011
Chocolat - French for Chocolate. I adored chocolate from a young age when I had to sneak in the cupboard to find where my mother had hidden the Nestle's Chocolate Chips. Having read about the famous chocolat shoppes in Paris, when I finally got there I was determined to try a chocolate from every Paris shoppe. I invite you to share my adventures in creating, in travel, and in life.
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Gorgeous, but of course that's the norm for your creations.ReplyDelete
I'd love to enter your giveaway, but my family and friends are a boys-only domain, so I'll pass in hopes someone with a little girl can win one of those lovely headbands.
What a fun table -- the grand bunny is so fun as well as all the rest of the candy and dishes. The little Lindt carrot umbrellas how unique and charming. I am sure that your grands love this table and can't keep their little hands off of it. Love the lavendar chargers too. I agree with you -- don't give back the dishes!! JoniReplyDelete
What a gorgeous Easter table setting! So many cute things, from the dishes to the decorations..it's all so cute! ;DReplyDelete
I LOVE IT! You make everything so fun and gorgeous! Now I feel like I NEED purple chargers with "BLING" around the edges as well as purple goblets and green sliverware. You are AMAZING!! I'm setting my Easter table today but it won't look as good as yours!ReplyDelete
Hi Jacqueline,ReplyDelete
I discovered your photo - you are a very charming lady! But I don't believe you, that this cute child is a granddaughter to you!
I love your table with the soft colors. They are so perfect matching. The flowers plates are stunning and all of the other things are nice, too. I am sure I had not taken a photo of this beautiful chocolate egg without the thought of eating it.
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That is a really beautiful Easter table.ReplyDelete
Hi lovely lady. I love all your Beautiful Easter Tablescape !!! I love doing a table for Easter Dinner also. I also love all the Beautiful soft colors for this Holiday sweet lady, I hope you have A great week.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousApril 5, 2011 at 1:34 PM
I am always SOOOO inspired by your creativeness! Having a Holiday at your house is quite an event I'm sure, anneReplyDelete
Hi lovely lady. Im a follower on your blog, also. I will post you on my new Tablescapes tonight.ReplyDelete
It looks like you attract readers that love candy. I wonder if they would be interested in making money with a candy fundraiser? There are lots of high profit candy fundraising ideas and most candy fundraisers have very low minimum orders.ReplyDelete
I think this is one of the prettiest Easter tables ever! I love the colors and all the little touches that make it so special. Wonderful candy and the cake! The headband is so cute but since I'm having a GrandSon I will hope someone with a little girl will win! hugs, LindaReplyDelete
Beautiful table! I don't know if I could give back those dishes either! Love the whimsy of the table. Everything goes together so perfect. Great job!ReplyDelete
Your table looks so sweet and pretty. I just love how you have such an eye for detail and a knack for making everything look simply perfect.ReplyDelete
I'm tempted...I'm tempted, now please pass the chocolate.ReplyDelete
I like the polka dots. The little chocolate carrot umbrellas are perfect for your table.
Your 'scape made me want to go out and buy candy. So lovely and yummy. Thanks for stopping by to see our pet palazzos. Jane F.ReplyDelete
Jacqueline, what an absolutely adorable table. And a great idea to combine your things with your friends. One of my neighbors has offered to let me come play with her dishes for a tablescape. I think I will!ReplyDelete
All the polka dots, stripes, and pastels are perfect for a springtime table set for Easter. I actually like that Easter falls late this year. ;-)
~ Sarah
Gotta love polka dots! Fun colors and such cute egg/candy cups! I'm on a diet so I'll just limit it to one of everything:@)ReplyDelete
So cute plates, is an adorable Easter setting!ReplyDelete
Beautiful colors!
Love, love it! I like stripes too but the polka dots are my favorite. It is just beautiful ~ as usual.ReplyDelete
Polka dots, pastels and stripes are a winning combination for me! Love those Lindt carrot umbrellas! The lavendar chargers with the rhinestones really caught my eye. I hope your friend lets you keep, I mean borrow, the dishes ;o)ReplyDelete
Oh my, this is absolutely delightful. I love the polka dots - and the stripes too. The textural leaf dishes are wonderful with the easter dishes. And I think you had me at chocolate! Another perfect table.ReplyDelete
Hi Jacqueline...what an absolutely lovely table. I hardly know what to talk about first! I think my favorite things are the little salt and peppers at each place. I bet it was really fun putting it all together. Well done! ~AnnReplyDelete
I love the polka dots! I also love the cute bunny and chick candy holders. Gorgeous table! :)ReplyDelete
What girl (of any age!) wouldn't love to be invited to an Easter lunch at that table? This post was a true breath of spring.ReplyDelete
So beautiful. Love your pictures. Don't give them back!! Give them to me.ReplyDelete
So beautiful!! Love all the colors. I would love to come to your Easter dinner.ReplyDelete
What a fun to table to be a part of. I know I'd love to sit down and join in:) I LOVE the stacking tray with all the pretty and yummy goodies!ReplyDelete
Schucks, I thought I had a chance for a grand daughter. I haven't any yet. Your house is going to be great for easter. She'll love it. jo at arootdiggerssunnyside.ReplyDelete
Such a beautifully whimsical table! Love your dishes, and the sweets look scrumptious! Thanks for sharing.ReplyDelete
I feel like a kid in a candy store staring at this adorable Easter table! What fun to pair your stems & chargers with a friend's dishes! I love all the stripes, dots & pastels, chicks & bunnies!ReplyDelete
Delightful...I'm looking at this and it's making me smile!! The colors are wonderful and of course...there's CHOCOLATE!!ReplyDelete
Your granddaughter is adorable. She must love being on your blog!
Hi Jacqueline, What could be better than a good friend with cute dishes? This table is so cute and the chocolate is making me drool. The little chick and bunny egg cups are great with foil eggs in them! I think I may need some purple something! It especially works well for Easter season. And that little cutie at the end with the pretty headband is the most beautiful part of a beautiful post! LindaReplyDelete
What a beautiful table! That would be so fun for Easter. I really think the chocolate is my favorite part though :)ReplyDelete
All the soft colors together are so lovely, especially the flower plates. I adore the purple bubble goblets. If they are missing, it's because the bunner brought them for my basket! (tee hee)ReplyDelete
GORGEOUS!!!!!! The See's chocolate is great -- I love See's!ReplyDelete
Your granddaughter is so precious!
Beautiful table with all the pastel colors!ReplyDelete
How darling! I love evrything you've put together. BTW-you have a great friend! Thanks for sharing with us!ReplyDelete
This is so beautiful. The colors are so soft, just lovely. Absolutely lovely.ReplyDelete
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Beautiful table setting and blog!!! WOW!ReplyDelete
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What a wonderful table! I love all the colors and cute touches! Those green flower plates... Do you know where they are from? I have 2lg platters, and I would love to find 2 more. I got mine at the WsOnoma outlet, but they don't carry them anymore! :(.
Love those little carrot umbrellas!
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So so sweet and completely adorable!
The layers of plates are just gorgeous, spring has sprung:-)))
Yummy Jackie, LOVE that TOO SWEET Table! I'm really in love with those figural green flower plates(who is their manufacturer? LOVE,LOVE,LOVE them) and the color seems nice a muted so it will not over power... Oh My that BIG Chocolate Bunny is Incredible! He must be a showstopper!ReplyDelete
Thank you for sharing...
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This is gorgeous. Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas!ReplyDelete
Such a delightful, fun Easter tablescape this is. Your granddaughter is such a charming, precious little girl. BlessingsReplyDelete
Your easter table is so beautiful! I love the layers of plates, so creative of you how you put them all together. A very delightful table!...ChristineReplyDelete
- What fine treasures are they, so pretty. The soft colors, pretty floral details and the playful polka dot layerings stunned me. P.S. you have a lovely granddaughter. adorable.April 6, 2011 at 10:56 PM
What fine treasures are they, so pretty. The soft colors, pretty floral details and the playful polka dot layerings stunned me. P.S. you have a lovely granddaughter. adorable.ReplyDelete
So spring-y and just the right amount of chocolate to suit my tastes! Lindt makes me very happy this time of year..ReplyDelete
Oh how freakin adorable! I love it all. The bowls and the plates have to be my favorite. I love pastel polkadots. Don't know why but I do! So glad you visited me yesterday so I could find your blog! It is wonderful and I look forward to being back often! XOReplyDelete
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Your table setting is charming. I love how you layered different pieces for the place settings. I too love your purple, its on my list of fav top five colors, and so adorable are your bunnies and eggs........I wish I could bring my grandson to your Easter Candy Shoppe Brunch.........ReplyDelete
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Bonjour Jacqueline,ReplyDelete
Une alliance harmonieuse entre
Soft lavender soft pink and pastels colours brings a warm Douceur on this nice table.
And Chocolate...Hummm!
Have a nice day!
- AnonymousApril 7, 2011 at 10:58 AM
Jacqueline, you and Annette have beautiful dishes. They are absolutely perfect together!!! You girls make a great team!! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
Could the table scape be any more fun and cute? I think not. Your designs are so inspiring.ReplyDelete
What a gorgeous easter setting, the plates, bowls and linens are so sweet and go well together.ReplyDelete
Love, love, love those floral plates, never seen anything like them!! Also love those purple bubble goblets. Wonderful job!ReplyDelete
Love the color palette and arrangement. Nice job. Thank you for sharing.ReplyDelete
Love the combination of plates and the soft colors.ReplyDelete
Hi! I love your table..the plates are so pretty. Your table makes me want to pull up a char!! Very inviting. Enjoy your weekend. Sunny109.ReplyDelete
Late to the party...just back from a week at Disney World with the grandsons. Your Easter table is absolutely delightful. THank you for sharing your darling design. Cherry KayReplyDelete
Hi, Jacqueline! I am SO late getting around to seeing all the beautiful tables this week. My husband and I were out of town on Thursday and Friday, so I'm just getting a moment to sit down, catch my breath, and do something enjoyable. So glad your table was first on the list today because it is a beauty! I practically LIVE in Z Gallerie, but I don't recall ever seeing those gorgeous lavender rhinestone-studded chargers. They're perfect!!! I love the purple bubble goblets, too. Like you, I LOVE all shades of purple. I just don't have the occasion to use it as much as I'd like. That's one reason why I like visiting your blog so much! This is a gorgeous Easter table!!!ReplyDelete
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Jacqueline (or do your friends call you Jackie?), I have the SAME linens but the tablecloth and not the placemats! I also ahve polka dot plates!!!! I use them for Easter too! You might find my Easter table on my blog if you'd like to see it. Your table is adorable, I love all the SWEETS in the center!!! It really IS a candy shop table!!! XO, PinkyReplyDelete
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Cheryl loves to laugh and to make others laugh, so she often plans comedic moments for her defenseless characters in spite of their grumbling. She says it's payback for when they refuse to obey the plots she's set out before them.
Prior to publication, six of Cheryl's manuscripts placed in ten RWA Contests. Two of Cheryl's stories also placed First in ACFW's Noble Theme Contest 2005 (Contemporary Romance Category), as well as ACFW's Genesis Contest 2006 (Mystery/Suspense/Thriller Category).
She currently writes for Love Inspired. Her Wings of Refuge Series, about a team of USAF Pararescue Jumpers and the ladies who capture their hearts, can be purchased anywhere books are sold.
If you would like to read the first chapter of The Nurse's Secret Suitor, go HERE.


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Margot Kidder, Lois Lane in the 'Superman' franchise, dies
LIVINGSTON, Mont. – Margot Kidder, who starred as Lois Lane opposite Christopher Reeve in the "Superman" film franchise of the late 1970s and early 1980s, has died.
Franzen-Davis Funeral Home in Livingston, Montana, posted a notice on its website saying Kidder died Sunday at her home there. She was 69.
No further details were given and messages left with Kidder's representatives were not immediately returned.
"Superman" was a superhero blockbuster two decades before comic book movies became the norm at the top of the box office.
Both Kidder and Reeve, who played Superman, were relative unknowns when they got their leading parts, and neither saw many major roles afterward. Reeve died in 2004.
The Canadian-born Kidder also appeared in 1975's "The Great Waldo Pepper" with Robert Redford and 1978's "The Amityville Horror."


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After publishing his first works in the underground comix scene, Brian Bolland made his professional debut with the black Nigerian superhero 'Power Man' in the 1975. He then became a successful artist on the 'Judge Dredd' series in 2000 AD. His work was noted by the American publishing house DC, and after doing some 'Green Lantern' cover illustrations for this compnay, he was assigned to do the series 'Camelot 3000' with scriptwriter Mile Barr in 1982.
Bolland has worked as an artist on the 'Batman' series, doing the successful 'The Killing Joke' graphic novel in 1988. He has collaborated with writers like Garth Ennis, Neil Gaiman, Alan Moore and Mike W. Barr, and has done many cover illustrations for the DC Vertigo comic series 'Vamps' and 'Blood & Waters', among others. He produced short stories for the English anthology 'Taboo'.
He was an influence on Harald Stricker.


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College of Arts and Sciences
College Requirements
College and School Information
- About the College
- Contact Us
- Academic Advising
- Degree Programs
- Honors
About the College of Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) offers 57 majors and 64 minors, through 38 academic departments and interdisciplinary programs, leading to the following undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.). Classes are offered at both the Water Tower Campus and the Lake Shore Campus.
Contact Us
Lake Shore Campus
Sullivan Center 235
1032 W. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660
Phone: 773.508.3500
Fax: 773.508.3514
Water Tower Campus
Lewis Towers 930
820 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312.915.6520
Fax: 312.915.8593
Website: www.luc.edu/cas
Office of the Dean
Dean: Reinhard Andress, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Resources and Planning: Richard Holz, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs: Arthur Lurigio, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs: Jacqueline Long, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Student Academic Affairs: Lester Manzano, M.Ed.
Assistant Dean for Advising: Joyce Knight, M.Div.
Academic Advising
All students are encouraged to seek academic advising for general program planning and specific academic matters.
First-year students and sophomores are advised by academic advisors in the University's central office for First and Second Year Advising (FSYA) and by faculty advisors in their majors. Juniors and seniors are advised by academic advisors the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Office and by faculty advisors in their majors.
Academic Advisors: Each freshman and sophomore is assigned to an academic advisor in the office of First and Second Year Advising. Academic advisors in FSYA assist freshmen and sophomores with planning courses of study, explaining university policies, connecting students with other university offices and resources, assisting with academic success strategies, and making referrals to tutoring and services for students with disabilities. Students who have been placed on academic probation are monitored by their academic advisors.
Each junior and senior is assigned to an academic advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Office. Dean's Office academic advisors make decisions on administrative advising issues such as transfer credit, part-time and overload course registration, and pass-fail requests, in addition to providing guidance on overall degree completion. Dean's Office academic advisors provide comprehensive advising for juniors and seniors. Students who have been placed on academic probation are monitored by their academic advisors.
Faculty Advisors: Students who have declared a major are assigned to a faculty advisor in the appropriate academic department. Students are encouraged to meet with their faculty advisor once per term to discuss progress in the major, career goals and special research or internship opportunities available through the department or program.
Degree Programs
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): This degree may be earned in the following areas: art history, Black world studies, chemistry, classical civilization, economics, English, environmental studies, French, German, Greek, history, international studies, Italian, Latin, music, philosophy, political science, religious studies, sociology, sociology and anthropology, Spanish, studio art, theatre, theology, visual communication, and women's studies and gender studies.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.): This degree may be earned in the following areas: anthropology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, biology, biophysics, chemistry, communication networks and security, computer science, criminal justice and criminology, environmental science, forensic science, human services, information technology, mathematics, mathematics and computer science, mathematics education, physics, physics and computer science, psychology, software development, statistics, and theoretical physics and applied mathematics.
Bachelor of Arts, Classics (B.A., Classics) or Bachelor of Science, Classics (B.S., Classics): Classics is not a major, but a degree distinction. Students major in any department or program in the College; please see academic advisors for those requirements. The unique distinction of the Classics degree is that the degree also comprises four courses above the 100-series in Greek or Latin (LATN 271 or LATN 272 may count, but not both of them); Classics graduates must also demonstrate elementary-level competence in a second foreign language (potentially though not necessarily the other classical language), amounting to two semesters' credit for college-level work or the equivalent expertise. A student completes a total of 120 course-hours (minimum) to graduate with the B.A. Classics or B.S. Classics degree.
Honors: Students who successfully complete their degree requirements in the Interdisciplinary Honors Program receive one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts, Classics, Honors
- Bachelor of Arts, Honors
- Bachelor of Science, Classics, Honors
- Bachelor of Science, Honors
Five-Year Degree Programs: The College of Arts and Sciences, in cooperation with other schools at Loyola, offers several five-year programs granting the following degrees:
- B.S. in Statistics/M.S. in Applied Statistics
- B.S. in Biology/M.B.A.
- B.S. Biology/M.Ed. in Secondary Education
- B.S. in Computer Science/M.S. in Information Technology
- B.S. in Computer Science/M.S. in Software Engineering
- B.S. Chemistry/M.Ed. in Secondary Education
- B.S./M.A. in Criminal Justice and Criminology
- B.A./M.A. in English
- B.S. in Environmental Sciences/M.B.A.
- B.A. in Environmental Studies/M.B.A.
- B.A./M.A. in History
- B.S./M.S. in Mathematics
- B.S. in Physics/M.Ed. in Secondary Education
- B.A./M.A. in Political Science
- B.S. in Psychology/M.A. in Applied Social Psychology
- B.A./M.A. in Sociology
Students must apply for admission to each five-year program. Information about each program, including admission criteria, is contained in this catalog in the sections for participating undergraduate departments. Interested students should consult with the appropriate departmental faculty advisors regarding applications and course scheduling.
In addition, the College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with affiliated universities, offers a five-year degree program leading to multiple degrees: B.S. in Physics (granted by Loyola), B.S. in Engineering (granted by an affiliated University). For information, see the Department of Physics at: http://www.luc.edu/physics/engineering.
College Requirements
All students in the College of Arts and Sciences must take two Writing Intensive courses and complete the foreign language requirement. Students also must complete elective courses to reach the minimum 120 hours required for graduation.
Writing Intensive Courses: Students should expect that virtually all of their courses will include a writing component. In addition, the college requirement for writing intensive sections is a means of strengthening the writing of all students throughout their years at Loyola.
In order to graduate with a degree from the College of Arts and Sciences, students ordinarily must complete three writing courses. These include:
UCWR 110 (3 credit hours)
Two writing-intensive sections
Writing-intensive sections are designated sections of courses that are taught with a special emphasis on writing. They are easily identified by a "W" in the section number. Students in these course sections will have a variety of writing assignments that will be integrated closely with the learning objectives of the course. Often, students will be able to complete a writing-intensive course within their chosen major(s) and minor(s). Note: UCWR 110 is a prerequisite for writing-intensive course sections.
In order to ensure that training in writing is spread throughout the undergraduate years, the program specifies that no more than one writing-intensive course per semester may be applied to this requirement. Students must earn a C- or better in each writing intensive class in order for the requirement to be fulfilled. Freshmen and transfer students with 59 or fewer transfer credit hours must take two writing-intensive courses during their undergraduate career at Loyola; transfer students with 60-89 transfer credit hours must take one writing-intensive course during their undergraduate career at Loyola; transfer students with 90 or more transfer credit hours are exempt from taking writing-intensive courses. For further information, transfer students should consult their academic advisor.
Language: Competency at the 102-level in a language other than English is required. Students may complete this requirement in one of three ways:
- Earn a C- or better in any 102-level foreign language at Loyola (or the equivalent in transfer from another college); or
- Pass a competency test in a foreign language. For information about language competency testing, students should consult their academic advisor.
- Students can also satisfy their foreign language requirement by earning a grade of 3 or higher on an AP exam in any foreign language.
Grade Requirements
Minimum GPA: A student in CAS must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 in order to be certified at graduation.
No course in which a student earned a D+ or below may count toward fulfillment of major, minor, or College requirements.
A course in which a student earned a D+ or below does not count toward the major, minor, or College requirements. If the specific course in which the student earned a D+ or below is required for the major or minor, then the course may be retaken.
A student may be dismissed from a major or minor if he or she exceeds the department or program's limit on the number of major or minor courses with grades of D+ or below.
University Core Curriculum
For specific information, please refer to the University Core Curriculum section in Academic Rules and Regulations or visit the University Core Curriculum Website at www.luc.edu/core.
|Knowledge Areas
|School Recommended Courses
|College Writing Seminar (3 credit hours)
|UCWR 110 (Required as a prerequisite for writing-intensive courses)
|Artistic Knowledge (3 credit hours)
|Ethics (3 credit hours)
|Historical Knowledge (6 credit hours)
|Quantitative Analysis (3 credit hours)
|Literary Knowledge and Experience (6 credit hours)
|Philosophical Knowledge (6 credit hours)
|Scientific Literacy (6 credit hours)
|Societal and Cultural Knowledge (6 credit hours)
|Theological and Religious Studies Knowledge (6 credit hours)
Major Field of Study
Each student must select a department or program of instruction in which he/she will take extensive and specialized study. The student should make this selection no later than the fourth semester of attendance or at the end of the sophomore year. In selecting a major, the student is encouraged to consult the appropriate chairperson, program director, or undergraduate program director. The dean, in consultation with the chairperson of a department or program director, may refuse the application of a student for or the continuation of a student in a given major if the student has not shown sufficient progress in that particular subject.
The major field of study is ordinarily a group of 10 or more courses in a single department or program of instruction. The total number of courses and credit hours required for the major, the specifically prescribed courses, and the order in which they are to be taken may vary among departments and programs. The specific information and requirements for the major are provided in each of the department sections.
A student who earns a D+ or lower grade in a course in his/her major must seek the advice of the department and/or academic dean, regarding a decision either to repeat the course or replace it with another course. In either event, the original grade remains on the record. Earned hours for a repeated course will not count toward the graduation requirements. In some departments, students may be dropped from the major if they receive more than one grade below a "C-." See General Academic Standards and Regulations on "repetition of courses."
Minor Field of Study
A minor field of study ordinarily consists of five or more courses selected from a department or interdisciplinary program. Consult individual departments for specific information and requirements. Grades of D+ or lower are not counted toward fulfillment of minor requirements. In those departments within the College of Arts and Sciences that offer more than one major field of study (e.g., classical studies, mathematics, computer science, modern languages and literatures), students may choose to major and minor within the same department with approval of the department chairperson. Students do not need to complete a minor in order to graduate.
Transfer Credit in the Major or Minor
At the discretion of the department chairperson or program director, courses in the student's major or minor field, which are transferred into Loyola, may or may not fulfill the major requirements or the minor requirements. Most departments limit the transfer credit given for the major or minor and/or have specified a minimum number of Loyola hours in the major or minor. Students should consult the department chairperson or program director or seek guidance from their academic advisor.
Elective Courses
In all degree programs, in order to complete the minimum number of required credit hours, students must choose elective courses in addition to the courses specifically required for the Core, other college requirements and their major. Electives should be chosen with a definite purpose: to support one's major field of study; to complete a second major or a minor, to assist in preparing for a planned future profession, to bring more liberal arts courses into the program, to attain a balance in courses in the three general areas of knowledge (humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences).


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Talent Development
Hiring the right talent is the first part of the equation – the second part is developing them and grooming your next generation of leaders. This also is one of the most important responsibilities of the current leadership. It doesn't "just happen." By using and leveraging the analytics, training, and coaching we offer, you are able to transform your organization into a positive, high-performance culture.
Programs that improve Talent Development results:
Professional Learning Indicator™
PLI translates the many dimensions of human cognitive abilities to deliver an assessment designed to measure the capacity of a person's learning capabilities. Pace of learning is strongly associated with successful on-the-job performance and is an integral part of any recruitment process. Match the needs of the job to cognitive ability to accelerate employee performance to maximum productivity.
Proven, practical and reliable, the PLI is an integral tool helping you to make the best decisions for your company and the talent on your team.
Leadership Transition Program™
For organizations who want to provide an integrated, consistent leadership framework, Leadership Dynamics is proud to offer the Leadership Transition Program (LTP).
This is not a workshop or class like you've ever experienced before.
Developed around the principles introduced in "The Leadership Pipeline," this 4-day course is designed to develop high-performing leaders by building objective work values, time applications and leadership skills.
LTP is the original practical implementation of the strategies introduced in The Leadership Pipeline: How to Build the Leadership Powered Company.
LTP was developed and solidly refined by author Jim Noel and A.P. Moller–Maersk. This program is based upon real work situations and is designed for leaders who need results. Hundreds of courses have been conducted around the world, implementing the framework to train, groom and retain leaders throughout the leadership pipeline.
Each leadership level has a distinct position that calls for adjusted values and time applications combined with new skills. By defining what is expected of a leader at each level, LTP creates effective leaders who have clear objectives and the tools they need to succeed, at every stage of their career.
Team Dynamics/Team Building
High-performing teams are different; they have a clear focus, a high self-awareness, and leverage all assets.
Whether you have a newly formed team, a reconstructed team, or team that needs to be re-energized, you can help them to achieve higher performance. By utilizing the insights from the Predictive Index, participants learn about themselves and their team:
- Motivations, drives, behaviors
- Communication, delegation, decision styles, etc.
- Team gaps and how to address/improve
And, most importantly, how to adjust their own individual styles to improve work relationships and productivity.
(Many teams combine TEAM BUILDING with STRATEGIC PLANNING)
Coaching for Performance™
Few managers know how to effectively coach their employees to achieve higher levels of productivity, engagement, and retention. Compounded by all the generational differences, most managers are thoroughly confused. Given the direct impact to the bottom-line, it becomes imperative to build/enhance coaching capabilities of managers/supervisors.
Coaching for Performance workshop training is inter-woven with real-life application; participants are asked to identify one or more of his/her employees to use as "coachees." By utilizing the tools of the Predictive Index, this program addresses how to coach career, engagement, and performance; it also addresses counseling when poor performance and/or conflict issues need to be addressed.
Conducted over the course of several weeks, participants learn and prepare, then meet with their coachees. Several rounds are done so that participants practice and build coaching capabilities that impact productivity, engagement and retention.
Leading in a 4G World™
For the first time in history, we have four generations in the workplace. Each generation is different—with experience, perspective and expectations. Leading multiple generations can be a challenge. This workshop analyzes the differences among the generations and how best to approach, communicate, drive performance, increase retention, employee satisfaction, and results.
Meeting Smart™
Stop wasting time and money with ineffective meetings; instead make them productive by facilitating them for results.
Meeting Smart™ allows you to master meeting facilitation so that you run effective meetings and drive performance. With all the time spent in meetings, Meeting Smart™ can immediately produce high ROI.
In Meeting Smart™, learn the tools and techniques of how to:
- Design effective meetings by creating the right agenda and processes to achieve results
- Deal with difficult situations (e.g., disruptive or disengaged participants)
- Focus and drive to decisions and action
Team Productivity and Performance for Supervisors™
Many managers are thrown into supervision without adequate understanding of systems, tools, and quality techniques to manage people and processes. This course quickly and interactively provides managers with an introduction and application of how to understand their business model and how to analyze their business processes:
- Systems thinking
- Supplier, process, customer relationships
- Goals and expectations
- People and teams
- Data driven decisions (statistical process control, trend analysis)
- Quality approach to continuous improvement (P-D-S-A)
Influencing Skill Assessment Tool™
The ISAT provides the data on an individual, group, and company level giving a clear understanding and analysis of the strengths and gaps. Customer-Focused Selling™ builds the pragmatic skills to help your team increase its influence and results.
The ISAT measures the five key areas of powerful influence:
- Building trust and credibility
- Understanding the situation & needs
- Presenting ideas and articulating value
- Handling objections and gaining agreement
- Creating long-term relationships with effective positioning
Influencing for Results™
Coupled with the ISAT, build influence skills in "selling" your ideas, strategies and capabilities with Influencing for High Impact. This workshop offers a proven method of building capabilities in assessing the needs of the other party, articulating your message in the best way to be heard, dealing with any concerns or resistance, and gaining agreement. The course is presented with a focus on applying a consultative process of "selling your ideas" to internal and external parties using your team's real-life situations.
Media Coaching for Optimal Results™
If you know what to do, working with the media can be an excellent and effective way to get your message across and/or to promote your business, etc.
If you don't know what to do, it can be disastrous.
With professional coaching and practice, you can leverage media opportunities to your benefit and avoid media mishaps.
Learn directly from one of the most successful and seasoned media professionals, Mark Ibañez on —
- How to get media exposure
- How to get YOUR message across
- How to control the interview
- How to handle difficult interviewers and questions
- How to avoid a media faux-pas
- How to utilize and leverage social networking
Mark Ibañez
- More than 15 years of media coaching for business executives, professional and college athletes, entertainment professionals
- Dynamic, experienced newscaster with 30+ years of interviewing, reporting, and anchoring
- Currently, sports reporter, anchor, and sports director of major market television station
- Nominated 8 times and recipient of 3 Emmy Awards; published author
Strategic Planning
Leadership Dynamics facilitates a proven and successful approach that:
- Builds a shared vision and direction for the organization/team
- Develops an actionable/implementable plan with –
- Attention to outside forces/markets
- Clear goals
- Tasks & timelines
- Resource needs & responsibilities
- Gains buy-in and can be cascaded throughout the organization
Planning is not a linear process and can be quite messy at times. In general we begin with analyzing the current state, what is working, what is not. How do we keep, leverage, fix as appropriate. Then we conduct an environmental scan and possibly a competitor analysis; what are the trends, what are the pressures for change; how can we take advantage of the changes coming. Next we develop a stretch vision for the future. The strategies that connect the current to the future surface. Then sub-teams begin to build the specific action plans with attention to possible obstacles.
In order to create transformative change, shared and broad ownership is needed. Consequently, the focus is on shared direction, implementation, and results.
Each session is different and is customized to the needs of the team/organization.
Selling Skills Assessment Tool™ (SSAT)
Take the mystery out of sales performance. The SSAT gives you the specific data you need to increase sales production and customer interaction skills of your whole team.
The SSAT gives you an objective look at your people's strengths, skills, and specific areas that need improvement. Providing detailed, accurate quantification of the selling abilities across your whole organization — vital information so that you can focus your initiatives for maximum impact and revenue growth.
Customer-Focused Selling™ (CFS)
Utilizing the SSAT data, CFS is a consultative sales training/process that puts the needs of the customer first. It's a solution-based approach, in which the sales person partners with the buyer to solve problems in an atmosphere of earned trust and two-way communication. Used by many organizations to transform from traditional/adversarial to consultative/relationship selling.
Coaching for Sales Growth™
Utilizing the SSAT data, CFS is a consultative sales training/process that puts the needs of the customer first. It's a solution-based approach, in which the sales person partners with the buyer to solve problems in an atmosphere of earned trust and two-way communication. Used by many organizations to transform from traditional/adversarial to consultative/relationship selling.
Executive Coaching
On a select basis, Leadership Dynamics provides executive coaching.
Special Projects/Consulting
Given the depth and breathe of knowledge and experience, the Leadership Dynamics team welcomes opportunities to develop, collaborate, and/or work on special assignments.
For example, the team has led projects in succession planning, job competencies development, communication planning, etc.