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What is Agile? First, I came across this question in an interview and haven't had the slightest clue on what it was considering my focus for the last few months have been about solidifying JavaScript, algorithms, data structures and React Native. As best as I can anyway. So I was curious enough to research it and figure out exactly what "Agile" meant. I soon found out that it is a Software Development Methodology. Often revolves around the evolution of a project from the ground up. Coming up with solutions and features to make changes as the development process furthers.
Let's start with how we turn an idea into reality. When we have a certain idea it usually is a factor of being an upgrade to what we already have in todays world or an idea that does not currently exist. These ideas come with research and understanding the need for it. One way of doing this is known as "Waterfall Development" and the other is known as "Agile Development"
Waterfall Development
This is when lots of time have been spent on doing your research then some time developing it before actually deploying it out to the world. This process can take a really long time and time is money. As well as being difficult to go back and fix errors since so much of the project is already completed. This is mainly from assuming that all problems are known upfront and will not change. That's a no go and I would NOT suggest assumptions are a good thing! According to what I read up on most companies do not use this methodology anymore due to it's financial costs from the many different factors I mentioned above.
Agile Development
Agile development is different in a way that after reading up about it. It is a way of planning a project that I have been doing since the beginning of my time at Flatiron Academy. It's an iterative approach where you are not going to spend so much time in the development phase. Instead try to break up what you are trying to make into an MVP(Minimal Valuable Product). This allows you to create a project that can be used almost right away and incrementally evolve over time feature after feature. Instead of trying to create everything at once. We see this today in many applications. There are always new upgrades every few weeks or months. Whether it be a miniscule positioning of an element or a huge feature that has taken the platform by storm.
It is crazy to think that I could not even get the answer right during my interview but I used Agile Methods since I started programming. I guess with time it just shows that you don't know everything even down to the correct terminology. HIGHLY important!. I hope this helped you understand it more as it surely did for me! Thanks for reading :)
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All these questions about my hair, my body, my skin. When you're in middle school and high school, something like that causes you to shrink and you may even start to hate yourself. You think that "my hair is not perfect," "I hate the color of my skin," "my body is too curvy" or "I wish I had a flatter stomach." Repeat after me: THIS IS TOXIC. And when you live with those toxic thoughts for so long, it's hard to reverse that process.
Every girl white girl I knew was skinny. When I say skinny, I mean flat chested and nothing behind them. These were the bodies I was used to. This was the body I strived for. The first step I took to get away was to go to college in the South.
I decided to go to school in the South with hopes of meeting more people who looked like me. And what a grand decision it was. I've come across all different walks of people of color with versatile backgrounds and several anecdotes to tell. All different shapes and sizes. Women and men with REALISTIC body goals. Pure GENETICS. Something I have not been exposed to in 10 years. Even though it was refreshing to see; I was still stuck in this mindset of "I have to be skinny".
In college, each year represented a different level of my relationship with my body, food, and self. My freshman year, it was dieting pills. These pills didn't make me lose any weight. In fact, it made me nauseous and my stomach hurt all the time.
My sophomore year, I started working out (great news, right! WRONG). I lost significant weight and my body was where I wanted it, but I barely ate anything. I remember eating an apple for breakfast a day, salad for dinner, and lots of water. I cheated the system to get to where I was. I did this for almost a year and half.
My junior year, I gave up. I started to eat until I felt full. I started cooking for myself. I stopped reading dieting blogs. I started doing yoga, working out, and I felt happier because I was doing it for my mental health and the body came along with it. I felt healthier. Since then, I've had my occasional slip ups (as everyone does), but I was able to get back on track because my motivation was to be happier and healthier. In part, this is what I've learned.
Your body is unique. The way it moves, the way it feels, the way it's only tailored for you. Embrace it!
It will get worse before it gets better. Everyone says this, but what I mean is that you will go through several cycles of hating yourself before you can truly understand it's time to let go of the pain and suffering you're projecting onto yourself.
Don't listen to everyone's opinion. Don't get caught up in Pinterest, Tumblr, Instagram or Twitter. People are programmed to pick on anything or anyone. Don't let them project their insecurities onto yours. Do yourself a favor and just don't.
Genetics are genetics. Stop beating yourself up over your curves. They are right where they are supposed to be.
Don't believe everything you hear about body positivity. Figure it out for yourself. It's like if you did everything someone told you to do, the way you act or think, would you really be you? Figure out what you need to love yourself to fullest because not everyone's "thing" can be your "thing".
I wish I could give you all the answers so you could take it with a grain of salt and run, but I can't. I can only tell you to keep your mind open when living in one place because people will try to keep you in that mindset until you believe them. Sometimes you have to move out of your white town or city to appreciate the beauty that has been standing right there in front of you this whole time.
Rachel Elizabeth is a Public Relations student with an eye for fashion and design. In her spare time, she enjoys branding social media accounts, painting, and taking care of her kitten, Oatmeal. She is also a lover of the arts and a huge foodie!


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Panasonic's 8K camera was last seen sporting their Super 35mm organic sensor technology, which remains under development. It can be revealed Panasonic also has a similar camera design with a larger full frame sensor (of the common CMOS type) which leads me to speculate who developed this sensor and what else we may be seeing it in.
Panasonic plans to use this full frame 8K camera head for broadcast ROI (region of interest) shooting.
The camera Panasonic has created here consists of the brain, with fiber optic link to an image processor in a separate box.
Designed for the broadcast market, it's capable of four simultaneous 1080p windows within the 8K frame like illustrated below. From a single panoramic 8K scene you can zoom into multiple regions of interest within that and move around the frame as if multiple different cameras are being used.
Panasonic has tested the system for concert broadcast, and also for sports and found it worked best for the concert stage.
Now the interesting thing for us, is the sensor.
There is a full frame 8K sensor in use here, of the common garden variety – probably not too dissimilar to the one Canon developed for the EOS R5.
I wonder if this is a Sony or Panasonic sensor? Or something else entirely? Will we see it in an S2H some time in the future?
With most live broadcast sports and concert events cancelled for the time being, it's not a great time to be releasing a camera like this – far better to put it in a mirrorless camera, in my opinion! 😉


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If you're like me, you hate super messy burgers that drip sauces and juices all over your hands while you attempt to devour them. Luckily, someone invented a genius contraption to assimilate juicy burgers while keeping your hands and eating surface extra clean. It's called the Burger Buddy, and it's a pretty simple silicone burger holder that contains all juice and sauce runoff while keeping an area on the opposite side of the burger open for easy eating.
Now you can enjoy your juicy burger with one hand free without worry of it falling apart, dripping ketchup on your shirt, or burger juice squirting onto the floor. The Burger Buddy is a hygienic as well as an eco-friendly way to hold your burger together, and keep all of the fixings inside buns, and not on you.
The genius design of the Burger Buddy lies in the expandable design that adapts to any thickness of cheeseburger. This way no matter if you have a super skinny 1 patty burger with no fixings or a quad-stacker with all the trimmings, you'll be able to expand or contract the Burger Buddy to keep your burger secure and tidy in your hands.
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Eco-Tech's founder Mike Beauchemin comes from Moisie, Quebec, a tiny fishing village of 300 close to Labrador and the North Shore of the St. Lawrence. His family lived off of the land, and he grew up with a special appreciation for nature because of it.Mike has witnessed the impact of environmental change and he feels it. He remembers as a young boyhoping there wouldn't be a major snowstorm before Halloween because he didn't want to trick or treat in snowshoes. Now when he visits during the Holiday's, his hometown is lucky if it sees a white Christmas. Snow is almost a thing of the past. In Toronto, he can feel the 5-degree difference the urban heat-island effect creates. He suffers the blackouts from failing electrical grids as energy is used up from over-worked air conditioning systems. He then goes home and must deal with his children's anxiety about the environment and the planet's future. He knows that this is nothing special and everyone wants to do the right thing about the environment, but opportunities to make a difference are not always available. Luckily, Mike works in an industry that allows him to make a huge difference
There are very few industries that allow improvements in environmental practice such as roofing does. Traditional roofing practice is designed to remove the entire roof at the end of every service life and discard this toxic waste into a landfill. The General Toronto Area is about 2,600 square km, one third of it covered by roofs that are destined to end up in landfills every 15 to 20 years. That's about 867 square km of rooftops. It's not in the tens of millions of tons of toxic waste, but hundreds of millions of tons. By changing our roofing practices using good science and good engineering, we can create a completely sustainable roofing system: one that is designed, constructed, maintained, rehabilitated and demolished with an emphasis throughout its lifecycle on using natural resources effectively and preserving the environment, and we've done it.
When we design a roof, we do our due diligence and look at the entire cross section of the building. We don't only look at the roof, we inspect the entire building since the elements can even penetrate through brick and mortar if built improperly. Our systems don't remove the existing insulation on the roof if we don't have to. Since it's already paid for, think of it as free insulation and free energy savings. With these savings we add another layer of insulation to increase the overall R-Value of the building. We then apply a longer lasting, recyclable and reflective membrane over-top, which directs energy away from the building, saving the building owner up to 65% in cooling costs alone. We've also designed our systems in such a way that the building envelope becomes self-drying, improving air quality within the entire building. There will never be never be an issue with mold, and we guarantee it. Even our warranties are different. They come with a minimum of 15 years, 100% labor and materials and they're transferrable. Since we only use products that have been proven by the test of time in the field and not just in a laboratory, we can build roofs that last up to more than 30 years. All of the products we use are LEEDS (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified, which allows our clients to take full advantage of the rebates the Green Roof Initiative in Toronto offers. At the end of the day our clients get a better product that's maintenance free, carries a minimum warranty of 15 years, lasts 2 to 3 times longer than a typical tar and gravel roof, cuts their energy costs in half on average, is totally recyclable at the end of its service life and is comparable in price to a typical roof retrofit. With a little bit of science, engineering and education about what has to be done within the roofing industry, we can all make a big difference.
We take craftsmanship for granted because of our extensive training program and our exceptional standards of quality control. There simply is no other way of doing the job than the right way. All of our welders are certified and have passed a rigorous training program. In fact, many new trainees coming on board find this meticulous attention to detail intimidating since it's not something they're use to. For example, it takes an apprentice one year to complete the 3 levels of training. Each student must pass 19 modules before he or she is allowed to even attempt to weld seams in the field. Before apprentices in training can pass a module, they have to be tested twice by two different supervisors. Only if they pass both tests, can they continue.
After a roof is installed, it goes through 2 levels of inspection. Eco-Tech quality inspectors comb over each roof and test all welds for strength first, followed by a second inspection by the manufacturers for proper installation to ensure the exceptional warranties we offer.


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At just 1.3kg, the Atak is light for a harness and bag combination, but features easy click buckles, generously padded leg and back support, and a comfortably sized storage compartment.
Anti-friction rings on the shoulder straps allow transition from standing to sitting positions quickly and easily. The harness naturally positions the pilot in a skiing stance, so that you are never caught off-balance while speedflying.
When you transition from standing to sitting, you will be completely 'in' the harness, not hanging out of it. The leg straps automatically scoop you into the harness, with no struggle to sit comfortably. This also makes the harness ideal for tandem flying and dune soaring as well.


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Farah is an active member of the community and has held and still holds several voluntary roles for charities and non- profit organizations. She always says she lives to serve others, and she always has time for everyone and volunteers her time humbly in any capacity required.
Homeless Community
Farah is proud to serve as a volunteer for Greenlight, a homeless charity based in London, covering the demographic of Central and Greater London.
Greenlight is actively involved in providing care and much needed services to the homeless community.
She has also worked with the homeless charities, St Mungo's and Street Link, to find housing and provide assistance to homeless individuals she meets on the streets and befriends.
The lockdown was truly a difficult time for many, Farah's contribution was key for the community, as she assumed several roles with various organisations and was busy daily giving the most vulnerable care and support.
She also volunteered with Westminster Council as a volunteer and packed meals for the vulnerable community, through the Unity Kitchen program. In addition, Farah volunteered with the homeless charity Greenlight daily, feeding the homeless in Trafalgar Square every day from 3 – 5pm. She also volunteered through her local church and was part of the homeless housing triage, working with St Mungo's homeless charity in partnership with both Camden and Westminster Council, to house newly made homeless due to Covid off the streets and into accommodation. She personally approached and assisted newly made homeless people due to covid, including women who were affected and targeted on the streets.
NHS Responder
Farah was and remains an NHS Responder Volunteer, she was able to do shopping and collect prescriptions for the elderly who were not allowed to leave their home.
She also provides befriending service, this has been key, as many vulnerable people are suffering loneliness, which is affecting their mental health. She has been able to provide a support network of individuals she has helped and they often call her to talk or ask for assistance directly.
Knife Crime
Farah is currently involved in supporting 'Knife Crime' campaigns, with an incredible Charity 'Binning Knives Saves Lives', the charity is founded by Courtney Barrett,
an outstanding individual in his local community, collecting knives from homes and off the streets from gang members. This effort contributed to reducing knife crime incidents in his local community by 34%. She also was on TV, alongside Courtney to raise awareness on knife crime and discuss prevention.
She has also advised on larger knife crime campaigns and helps to support other non-profit organisations, that actively empower youth away from drugs and knife crime and into education and careers.
Westminster Council
During her role as Honorary Secretary of St James Ward, Farah was highly active within the Westminster community and often talked to
residents to understand their concerns and raise further with the local ward Councillors. She makes time to sit and listen to people, this is fundamental to her and she is passionate about making change happen in the community.
Farah is also a mentor for youth that come from challenging backgrounds that have found themselves caught in unfortunate circumstances with gangs and drugs,
she mentor's youth in business and life, so they can realise their dreams to achieve anything looking toward the future. She has assisted vulnerable families and young individuals by helping and giving guidance in times when its most needed.
She takes pride working with youth, as she understands they represent the future and she is committed to change lives. One group of teenagers that are close to her heart, are 10 individuals that are ages from 16 to 20, and she has helped them to start their own record company and provide business support to design logos and website development. She really believes in giving support to youth and will dedicate her time selflessly.
"My fundamental principle, I live by is to serve others first"
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Care Leavers
Care leavers are close to Farah's heart, as they are often neglected by society and thrown into the world at the deep end. She dedicates her time to provide mental support and most important to be a friend.
She has the pleasure to mentor several care leavers, which include those that are highly vulnerable and at risk. She feels strongly how society abandons care leavers and this often can cause more harm than good. These amazing individuals just need guidance and motivation for a future to look towards.
Christmas Day for Care Leavers
Christmas can be very difficult for the Care Leavers, as it is a lonely time and it can cause a lot of mental anguish, so she is honoured on Christmas Day to work with an incredible project called Tope project,
that was set up for a care leaver called Tope, who unfortunately committed suicide during the Christmas period due to loneliness. Therefore, each Christmas she is part of the key team that organise a special Christmas Day event, providing a loving environment.
On behalf of the Tope Project, her Church Hillsong converts their warehouse in Bermondsey to accommodate over 150 care leavers, with a full 3 course Christmas dinner, arcade games, snooker, ping pong tournament, cinema, bingo, children's play area and each care leaver leaves with a bag full of personalised presents. This day is her favourite of the whole year and takes months of planning and dedication to deliver a perfect loving environment.
Fund Raising
Farah has also given back to the international community, through her businesses and never charges any charity for services, she has organised fund-raising events when most needed.
A few fund raising events include during the unfortunate devastating earthquakes in Mexico City in November 2017, her global platform BACK 2 BUSINESS organised a special Fund Raising event in Mexico City supported by the British Embassy Mexico City in partnership with Wework as a main sponsor, that also awarded USD 120,000 during the evening for earthquake victims.
She organised a charity Fashion Show in Istanbul Turkey, that raised money for fallen soldiers' families.
Farah organised a Charity Auction dinner for the for St Vincent de Paul Society, that supports the homeless community, the event was held on the 21st October 2017 and was a great success in raising money and awareness.
Duke of Edinburgh Awards
Farah fully sponsored and organised a special event for the Duke of Edinburgh Awards in Turkey 16th October 2015,
HRH Prince Edward was the guest of honour. They honoured young adults for completing the program and raised awareness with the local business community to support DoFe efforts in the region.
Peace One Day
She volunteered and assisted for the 'Peace One Day', 20th Anniversary held on the 21st September 2019.
Peace one day is an non-profit organisation that campaigned for a global day of peace around the world and the UN officially declared 21st September 20 years ago a day of Peace, where even the Tailban put down their weapons. The concert was held at the Shakespeare Globe Theatre, several celebrities came to perform, including a concert by Sting.


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Co-op Innovation For Saving Costs
Innovation is one of the core values of electric cooperatives, which is why you need to know about a program that makes electric bills more affordable, while helping co-ops to deliver power at a lower cost.
The program is called SimpleSaver, and it is offered by the member cooperatives that own East Kentucky Power Cooperative. Co-ops that are enrolling new members include: Big Sandy RECC, Blue Grass Energy, Clark Energy, Cumberland Valley Electric, Farmers RECC, Grayson RECC, Inter-County Energy, Licking Valley RECC, Nolin RECC, Owen Electric, Salt River Electric, Shelby Energy, South Kentucky Rural Electric, and Taylor County RECC.
Other co-ops offer a variety of energy-saving programs, including a similar program called the Smart Savings Rebate Program—contact your local electric co-op for details.
Participation in SimpleSaver is voluntary
Here's how it works.
One issue co-ops deal with is peak demand. When electric demand is highest, it is called a peak. The biggest peaks take place during summer and winter.
Distributing power during those times is costly, because when demand for any commodity is high, prices increase.
That's where the SimpleSaver program helps participating co-op members and their electric co-op. If water heaters or central air conditioners are cycled off for just a few minutes during peaks, it relieves the strain on the electric system.
After members enroll in SimpleSaver,participating co-ops will install a remote switch on their central air-conditioning unit(s) and/or their electric water heater(s). Qualified water heaters must be 40 gallons or greater in capacity.
During peaks, the co-op can cycle those units off and on for short periods. The off periods are so short that the co-op member shouldn't notice any difference in room temperature.
In return, participants receive a credit on monthly bills of $5 for each central air-conditioning unit during June, July, August, and September. That's $20 annually that participants can save for each AC unit. For each water heater, participants get a $10 credit on their February bill.
By joining SimpleSaver, participants get bill credits and help delay the construction of future power plants to serve rising demand. Members of participating co-ops can sign up by calling (800) 305-5493.
Electric cooperatives work to deliver affordable power to our members. That's why we're providing SimpleSaver and why we want to work with you to make your home or business as energy efficient as possible.
You can learn more about many inexpensive ways to do that by going to www.togetherwesaveKY.com. It has videos and handouts to help you save energy.
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The Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, announced the appointment of Thierry Delourneaux to the position of Executive Pastry Chef. A respected culinarian with extensive experience at legendary, luxury properties, Chef Delourneaux will oversee all pastry and confection operations at the landmark property.
A consummate pastry expert with over 28 years of culinary experience, Delourneaux will be responsible for creative menu development as well as the exemplary execution of pastry across the resort's five restaurants, lounges and cafes. Drawing inspiration from his heart of gold, Chef Delourneaux's delectable creations are delicately thoughtful and must be "Chichifoofoo, which is his trademark to describe something beautiful, above and beyond.
"The foundation of Thierry's culinary training coupled with his distinctive creativity and passion aligns with our DNA and what the Biltmore represents for the past for 90 years," says General Manager Sheila Foley. We are delighted to have him join our team and sweeten our culinary offerings."
Chef Delourneaux's passion for all things sweet started early in life when he decided to pursue a pastry apprenticeship program in his hometown on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe; which he completed in half the required duration. Following the apprenticeship, Chef Delourneaux moved to Paris and completed a Masters in Pastry with the Chamber of Commerce while working at Chamarre Patisserie. Thierry's innovative confections then led him to Canada where he worked in the renowned Lenotre Patisserie and opened two new patisserie boutiques – Patachou Patisseries in 2002, showcasing traditional French pastries.
Since then, Chef Delourneaux has gone on to work with some of the most prestigious international hotel collections, including the Ritz-Carlton Tyson's Corner in McLean, VA., and The St. Regis Washington D.C. While at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner, Delourneaux redesigned the brunch menu at Maestro, which was named the best new restaurant in 2004 by the Washington Post. Prior to the Ritz-Carlton Tyson's Corner, Delourneaux led the pastry team at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA. and was the creative mastermind behind the grand dessert line-up for the 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards in 2007. Chef Delourneaux was also part of the opening team at the idyllic Grand Del Mar Resort in 2007, where he meticulously designed the dessert menu for all dining outlets. In 2009, Chef Thierry joined The Greenbrier, an award-winning luxury resort located in the heart of the White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, where he opened the Casino Club and several other restaurants there.
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Machine Head Considering Retiring "Davidian" After Vegas Shooting, Madonna Wayne Gacy Hopes Marilyn Manson Suffers, and More Stories You May Have Missed This Week
Worst Week Ever Playlist — Week of October 2 – October 6, 2017
- Robb Flynn says this week's tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas makes him wanna never play Machine Head's "Davidian" again.
- Madonna Wayne Gacy hopes his former cohort, Marilyn Manson, suffers as a result of the injuries he sustained during a concert last weekend.
- Two members of Decapitated have been extradited to Spokane, WA as more details about their case have begun to emerge.
- We sent The Black Dahlia Murder's Trevor Strnad to Times Square to play the band's new album, Nightbringers, for tourists. Here's how that went.
- Mastodon's Brann Dailor ranked the band's discography from worst to best.
- Speaking of Mastodon, guitarist Bill Kelliher is not a fan of the folks at Gibson Guitars.
- Ghost have replaced Papa Emeritus III with Papa Emeritus Zero.
- Every Time I Die and drummer Daniel Davison explained their recent decision to part ways.
- Surely, this is one of the greatest metal band promo photos of all time.
- Rock legend Tom Petty passed away at age 66. Here are reactions from various prominent members of the metal community.
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Partnership Provides Drone Access
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The University Libraries at Virginia Tech and the Virginia Tech Drone Park are teaming up to lend drones to faculty, staff, and students. The partnership lowers the barrier to accessing emerging technology to promote the discovery of new knowledge. It's safe to say that collaboration at Virginia Tech has just reached new heights.
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Basic Education
Global Partnership
The Global Partnership Program aims to nurture transformative leaders who are sensitive to local, national and global realities, and take collective action in responding proactively. By sending students abroad, the program poses a challenge to uphold one's faith and values amidst socially tumultuous times.
A. Programs
With the growing necessity to expose students to global realities, the number of Global Partnership programs has been increasing. Here is the current list the different programs:
A. Assumption Minoo Cultural Exchange (Japan)
This long-running program has been a partnership between Assumption College, Assumption Antipolo, and Assumption Minoo Osaka for around 20 years. It is a two-part exchange program among the said schools. First, students from Assumption Antipolo and Assumption College immerse themselves into the culture of their Japan Sister school for 2-weeks. A few months later, students from Assumption Minoo Osaka immerse into the Filipno culture and Assumption College education for another 2-weeks.
B. World Youth Day 2019
Assumption College San Lorenzo has been participating in this spiritual pilgrimage with the Episcopal Commission on Youth, the official group of the CBCP (Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines). The program aims for the students to revitalize their faith and to be empowered for engagement in the Church's missionary tasks through intercultural exchanges among Catholic youth.
C. Stanford Pre-Collegiate International Institutes (USA)
Stanford Pre-Collegiate International Institutes offers an exciting opportunity for schools and organizations from around the world to bring academically talented high-school students to Stanford University's campus for a two-week introduction to American college life.
D. Strategic Educational Alliance of Southeast Asia (SEA2) Conference
The SEA2 Conference is an initiative of the Strategic Educational Alliance of Southeast Asia to provide a platform for intercultural collaboration among the youth and learning beyond the classrooms. The venue host is rotational and it offers opportunities for the delegates to move beyond their comfort zones, recognize oneness in their diversity and realize their innate capacity to inspire social transformation.
E. Harvard Model Congress Asia (Singapore)
The Harvard Model Congress Asia is a government simulation conference aiming to cultivate a passion for international relations and global issues through debates and formal discussions.
F. Hwa Chong Model ASEAN Summit (Singapore)
The Hwa Chong Model ASEAN Summit has been a platform for collaboration and intercultural discussions among students from ASEAN countries. Students share about issues on national education, nationalism and strengthening the ASEAN community.
G. New Zealand Cultural Immersion (New Zealand)
The New Zealand Cultural Immersion is one of the two partnership programs with Rustic Pathways, a company leading in providing global teen adventure and community service programs since 1983. This specific program seeks to fully respond to the call of the times by providing a wide range of immersion activities to build a culture of inclusivity and respect amongst the people of the country.
H. Fiji Service Program (Fiji)
The Fiji Service Program is one of the two partnership programs with Rustic Pathways, a company leading in providing global teen adventure and community service programs since 1983. This program seeks to expose students to unfamiliar challenges, encourage collaborative work and engage students with issues of global importance. The different service opportunities aims to elevate the students' attitude towards social responsibility by entering the international field.
I. Future Leaders Programme (United Kingdom)
The Future Leaders Programme is a 2-week course in St. Edward's School – Oxford that aims to cultivate the global skills of teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, leadership and entrepreneurship. The program incorporates cultural interaction with project development to form global leaders.
Basic Education, Global Partnership
Henry Sy Sr. Hall
About AC Henry Sy Sr. Hall The Henry Sy Sr. Hall is comprised of state-of-the-art facilities in a five-story building. It includes the Paradiso Exhibit Hall; Pamana Museum; Liwanag Innovation Center; Pardo Theater; Biyaya Gathering Hall; Chinshi Contemplation Garden;...
Creatives Metta Marie Eugenie Theater of the Assumption (METTA) Metta takes its name from the Pali word for 'loving-kindness' and 'friendliness for all.' In the same essence, the Marie Eugenie Theater of the Assumption, or Metta, combines drama, dance, and music to...
Rehearsal Room
Venues Rehearsal Room Located underneath the MRA stage, the rehearsal room shares the same dimensions as the stage itself. It is ideal for practices and blockings before the actual use of the auditorium. The air conditioned room also has mirrors on one side and ballet...
Ballet Room
Venues Ballet Room The ballet studio, located a few steps away from the auditorium is at the 2nd floor of the Sports Complex. The room is ideal for dance lessons/rehearsals for no more than 20 persons. It is with ceiling to floor mirrors on one side, a good sound...
Blackbox Theater
Venues Blackbox Theater Blackbox Theater are flexible areas typically composed of loose chairs which can easily be moved to allow space for a thrust stage or arena. The Blackbox Theater was constructed in 2008 and is the home of Metta's Acting and Performance...
Mother Rose Auditorium
Physical Venues Mother Rose Auditorium The MRA is an impressive 1,011 seat theater with a proscenium stage. It boasts state of the art sound and light technology, a stunning layout of the orchestra, balcony and parterre boxes, outstanding acoustics, an orchestra pit,...
Creatives > Metta Shows November 2019 Romeo and Juliet Book your school tour now! November 11-24, 2019. For ticket reservation, call Adriana Roncesvalles at 0915 239 1275 or at (02) 817 0757 local 1160 or email us at email@example.com April 2020 Metta Musical...
10th President Investiture Speech
Dr. Angela Fabiola Regala officially took her Oath as the 10th President of Assumption College during her Investiture Ceremony held last August 26, 2020. At the momentous event, this was speech she gave.
Love and Light
A personal message from former president Dr. Carmen Valdes | Today, May 31, 2020, is the last day of my term as president of Assumption College San Lorenzo. It has been my honor and privilege to have served you in the best way I knew how.
Statement on Extra Judicial Killings
Editorial Statement on Extra Judicial Killings | We have seen in the past six weeks a laser-like focus on the need to rid the country of the scourge of drug addiction. We know the pernicious effect of drugs – on the individual, on the family, on the community and on the country as a whole.
Does President Ferdinand Marcos deserve a Hero's burial?
Editorial statement on former President Ferdinand Marcos' 'Hero Burial' | I believe that every person no matter what they have or have not done in their lives deserves respect even in death. However, to be buried at Libingan ng mga Bayani affirms that those buried there were indeed heroes. And there's the rub.
Dr. Pinky Valdes: From Girl Power to Brain Power
An article from peopleasia.ph | "People always say that I'm outside the box. I'm very innovative, I'm very creative, I want to move things forward, I want to break the walls of Assumption, I want to be much more holistic … Let's put it this way; I want to embrace and expand what Assumption San Lorenzo does," Pinky shares.
Assumption's New President Out to Build More Women Leaders
An article from lifestyle.inquirer.net | Dr. Carmen Lourdes "Pinky' Valdes, a former nun, is AC's ninth president and the first lay leader to steer the nearly 60-year-old education institution known for producing alumnae who blaze trails in government service, the arts and business.
The Gathering Storm
Published on opinion.inquirer.net by Rina Jimenez-David | The "Parliament of the Streets," the series of protests, marches, organizing meetings, symposia, even fashion shows, concerts and comedy acts that marked the post-Ninoy Aquino assassination period, will always be remembered as the political "coming out" of the Filipino middle class.
Assumption President promotes confidence-building, leadership, and the balanced use of social media
Featured at Philippine Daily Inquirer (World Section) | Assumption College's new president, Dr. Carmen "Pinky" Valdes, wants to lead the youth by understanding their language and deconstructing their link to social media.
Statement on Supreme Court's Decision Allowing Burial of Former President Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani
Judgment is not the intent here, but simply to ask for respect for the historical facts and the will of the Filipino People clearly demonstrated in the People Power Revolution of 1986.
Education is the Best Answer (the others are short-lived)
St. Marie Eugenie, our foundress, grew up in a revolutionary society very similar to ours. She was convinced that only education can bring people to transform themselves and society.
DR. CARMEN "PINKY" VALDES: "Change Is Also Here"
Feature at People Asia | All her life, Pinky has had a unique way of looking at the world. "I believe life is much better than people think," she explains. "I always like to look at the whole picture because you'll see that there is more positive than negative."
Assumption President's Letter on "Kian Delos Santos"
As we mourn the deaeth of Kian, we mourn with cries for due process and justice in our country. In the face of such injustice, we join our voices with our colleagues in many academic institutions who stand by the truth: "we are our brother's keeper."
A Letter to AC Teachers and Students
To students I say: be a "Horatio" for each other. See the nobility in the heart of your classmate and in your teachers and parents, too. To teachers I say, it is our call to see beyond the "shell" of fear and confusion in our students; and with tenderness, nurture the nobility in every student's heart.
A Voice for the Pre-Teens
We, as a school, are dedicated to the developmenet of the young – we should always speak and stand for the rights of the children and pre-teens. Be their voice wherever you are.
Triple Filter Test by Socrates
Keep this in mind the next time you are about to repeat a rumor or spread gossip. "Take a moment to filter what you're going to say. The first filter is Truth; the second is Goodness, and the third is Usefulness."
Pope Francis tells Bishop Ambo: Courage!
On my way out, after I received his gift, I was ready to step out already when he held my arm and said, "Wait. Please let me give you a special blessing. I want you to know I am with you as you face trials in your ministry in your diocese."
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What would you do if you could reduce the risk of heart disease, treat depression, and improve your quality of life all from the comfort of your own home? Well, some can do so with a massage chair. These chairs massage both body and mind through various movements such as deep tissue massage (to relax tense muscles) or shiatsu (to help relieve stress). In this article, we will discuss how massage chairs improve your health with many benefits.
Better Breathing:
A massage chair is a way to promote relaxation in your muscles and nervous system. When your muscles are relaxed, they can settle the walls of your lungs, which will help you breathe better. This is especially important for people with respiratory problems.
Lower Heart Rate:
Regular massages can direct blood flow away from the heart as it massages the other parts of your body. With less work to do, your heart rate will go down, making it easier for the heart to pump blood around your body. It also helps relieve stress, which reduces blood pressure and irregular heartbeat due to excess adrenaline flowing through the body.
Reduce weight by massage chair:
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Reduce stress and anxiety:
The next time you worry about the long list of things that need to get done, why not stop and take a relaxing massage? A massaging chair can help reduce daily stress and anxiety. Studies have shown that regular massages help focus and provide several other positive effects, including boosting happiness levels, improving heart health, and even easing pain from headaches or muscle aches.
Better Digestion:
The digestive system is the main focus of most massage chairs. It has been clinically proven that a massage chair can aid the body and facilitate smoother digestion.
A study at Tokyo University reports that a massage for 20 minutes helps the colon move food and waste more efficiently than without it. The same study also says that massage chairs increase peristalsis by over 40 percent, leading to a 30 percent increase in stool frequency.
Improves Blood Circulation:
Massage chairs help to improve blood circulation, which leads to better circulation to your heart and arteries. This allows your heart to function properly to pump blood throughout your body with less effort. It also helps improve blood flow to the brain, helping you think more clearly and relax as well.
Better Sleep:
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Lower Cholesterol:
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Improve Immune System by massage chairs:
A study was conducted which measured the improvement in immune function for those who regularly used massage chairs. It was found that the massage chair users had a 250% increase in natural killer cells which are immune system cells that target bad cells. This is proof that massage chairs can help to improve your immune system and are an essential part of good health.
Reduce pain by massage Chairs:
Massage chairs can help you get relief from pain in many areas, such as muscles, joints or even a backache. They often provide an environment that promotes relaxation and helps the body release more painkillers in your bloodstream to reduce your pain.
Efficient Lymphatic System:
One of the best benefits that you can receive from regular massage chairs is improving your lymphatic system. Your lymphatic system is responsible for filtering out toxins from your body, such as when you get a cut or become ill. This leads to many of the other benefits listed above.
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Q.1 How using a massage chair can improve your health?
For those working long hours and having to sit in front of the computer or desk for long hours, a massage chair is an excellent solution offered by the market. The usage of a massage chair will improve your health and will make you feel relaxed. The number of people, who have adopted these chairs, has increased in a brief period. This is because they are incredibly comfortable, and a person can experience the needful benefits associated with this chair.
Q.2 Can a massage chair help my back problems?
Massage chairs can help improve back problems by improving blood flow around the spine. This allows your muscles to relax and relieves tension which may be causing some of your back pain. They also give a deep pressure that many people find beneficial for their back issues as well.
Q.3 Can you use a massage chair for a pregnant woman?
Yes, it would appear that there are no cases of pregnancy or any other complication from using a massage chair during pregnancy. As long as you keep to the safe weight limit and don't overdo it, you should be fine.


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One element of the cost of dealing with invasive species in the United States is the recovery from the arrival of exotic plant pathogens. We review the development of a process used to prioritize plant diseases for the federally mandated United State Department of Agriculture National Plant Disease Recovery System. A team of university, government, and industry scientists worked together over a 10-year period to develop a science-based objective approach to the challenge of effectively preparing for recovery plans from introduced pathogens, when the timing of the introduction of any single disease is unknown. Over time, the process transitioned from ad hoc, in which recovery plans were written when the relevant experts were able to do so, to a formally organized group-prioritization effort from which emerged the concept of generic recovery plan templates for groups of pathogens and diseases that have similar biological characteristics, and therefore, similar management approaches. Key characteristics for each template were determined through a multivariate analysis for 14 plant diseases for which a recovery plan already existed. The process was validated by a larger group of 15 plant pathologists, for which results were compared with those scored by 14 subject matter experts.
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- Agronomy and Crop Science
- Plant Science