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We have all had a very busy Spring 2012 semester and I would like to thank you for all your hard work. As is often seen during tough, economic times, community college enrollments continue to rise and CCRI is no different. This semester's enrollment of 17,178 students is higher than that of a year ago and you continue to meet the challenges it brings to us as educators.. As we move forward, we will continue to build on the excellence of our faculty through established communication methods (including this newsletter), scheduled CITLA workshops and an aggressive focus on diversity.
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Faculty planning on teaching a distance learning course section should confer with their department chair-person and CIT to complete a 'DL Faculty Technology Checklist' which will assess the faculty member's capabilities with technology.
For those faculty teaching a DL course section that has been previously offered, Academic Affairs have established a 'Semester Checklist' that reviews key points to be initiated to assist with your planning prior to the semester start (two weeks prior, one week prior, and semester start, as well as ongoing-weekly & daily, and semester's end).
All DL faculty may be interested in reviewing the 'Overview of Online Course Management' document covering: Learner Support & Resources, Organization & Design, Communication & Assessment, Faculty Use of Student Feedback.
A five week Distance Learning pedagogy course will be offered during the 2012 first summer session. Limited seating for CCRI adjunct and full time professors will be available with first preference given to those teaching full time. For additional information please contact Maggie Burke.
The Office of Academic Affairs encourages all DL faculty to create a faculty Web page so students may attain 'easy access' to faculty and information. The process is relatively easy and will benefit both faculty and students. Read more »
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CCRI's fourth annual Education Expo: "Showcasing the Tools to Change Your Life!" will take place Saturday, May 5, 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Knight campus.
Training Tutorials lynda.com is an award-winning provider of educational materials. CCRI is pleased to announce it currently possesses 40 licenses for which faculty can request a one month loan period to access the full lending library of online training tutorials. To request an account, please Email firstname.lastname@example.com. To view a list of current tutorial topics.
CCRI is scheduled for its 10-year accreditation visit in March 2014. The NEASC executive team began preparations for the self study in April of 2011.
Each of the 11 Standards committees has identified three to four key priorities that will be addressed by September 2013 as we prepare to draft the self-study report.
Revised NEASC Standards require much more evidence to substantiate claims of institutional effectiveness.
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During CCRI's All College Week, the Office of Academic Affairs invited faculty and staff to participate in a NEASC trivia contest. Trivia questions, answers, and winners can be found here.
The CITLA Spring Symposium will take place from noon to 4 p.m. on Thursday May 24 in Room 4090 on the Knight Campus. Kaatje van der Hoeven of Mesa Community College (AZ) will present and facilitate a workshop on the affective domain and how it affects teaching and learning. Please visit: www.ccri.edu/citla to register.
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During the next five years, six emerging technologies show potential to influence teaching in higher education, according to a new report.
The 2012 NMC Horizon report on higher education suggests when these technologies could become mainstream, meaning 20 percent of colleges and universities adopt it in the specified time frame. Read more »
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Here we go again! Just when royal wedding fever was becoming a lovely memory I'm back blogging once more under a new name – Royal Insider.
I'm off this week to Canada to cover the first tour abroad of William and Kate. This definitely will NOT be a summer holiday for the newlyweds.
It's Kate's biggest, most daunting official engagement yet. It involves ten days traipsing around the world's second largest country. They will visit nine different cities, take an overnight journey by boat, and at least eight flights, including a few side trips to country lakes and beauty spots, not to mention shaking thousands and thousands of eager hands.
William has visited Canada twice before so it is Kate who will be under the most intense scrutiny. From the top of her gorgeous, glossy dark head to the soles of her stiletto heels, she will be forensically examined by the crowds. Women will be vying for a close-up on what she wears. Me too.
Kate and William are now such big news on both sides of the Atlantic that they outshine every other hot couple you could name. Forget Brad and Angelina ( Brangelina, as Americans call them) or Posh and Becks. Mr and Mrs Wales, or the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as they are now officially known, are what one newspaper called a Billion Dollar Brand.
William is a future king and Kate is the world's new Queen of the Cover Girls. I imagine perma-tanned Cheryl Cole is now turning a deep shade of emerald.
When I recall how quiet and civilised it was following the Queen on her tour of Canada last July, I know this year's journey is going to be rather different.
I have lost count of the number of royal tours I have covered, probably around 40, since my first in 1983 when when Charles and Diana toured Australia and New Zealand for six exhausting weeks.
We had 100 journalists on that trip. Now an amazing 1300 journalists from around the globe have applied to cover the Cambridges' Canadian tour plus another 700 are trying to report on the second leg of the trip in California.
Every flight and every hotel along the route was booked out weeks ago, and I know the press pens will be unbelievably crowded with photographers jostling for shots of our beautiful brunette duchess.
The royal Rat Pack on the road is always a bit like Oxford Circus just before Christmas. Snappers laden down with cameras, lenses and tripods, as well as ladders to help them stand above the crowds, rush clanking from place to place, all desperate to secure the best vantage point.
After watching them at work last Saturday when Kate carried out her first military job at Victoria Barracks, Windsor, I have decided to call this gang the Cambridge Circus.
It was her first chance to show her serious side, to pay tribute to the heroes of the Irish Guards and their families who have made such sacrifices in Afghanistan for us all. Kate rose to the occasion, as outstanding as the round tower at nearby Windsor Castle.
I was impressed as she slowly shook the hands of 60 servicemen in the Ist Bn of the Irish Guards,and presented medals. She made a real effort to give each one a few special minutes, asking about the Afghan tour and the hazards of life in the frontline.
This girl has got IT, a natural knack for charming everyone she meets.
When she crouched down to take a bouquet from a little girl and bent over to chat to a guardsman who lost his legs in an explosion, I was reminded of Princess Diana's gentle touch.
In fact, Diana wore an almost identical outfit in white when she reviewed cadets at the Sovereign' s Parade at Sandhurst in 1988.
Next stop Ottawa where the Canadian tour begins. I'll be keeping you posted on all our Canadian capers.


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After playing French horn for 3 years, I decided to try to play Trumpet. It ended up being very natural to me and so I performed on both Trumpet and French horn in High school. I played the French horn for our Orchestra and Wind ensemble and Trumpet for our Jazz ensemble. I fell into a position when I was 15 to be a brass coach of a Montessori school and taught mostly Trumpet for the 3 years that I was there.
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About Beckie
My name is Beckie and I have played music for all of my life. I play and teach many different instruments such as the French horn, trumpet, piano, saxophone, mandolin, guitar, and voice.
In 2017, I graduated from UCLA with my Masters in Music on French horn. In 2010, I graduated from Chapman University with two degrees in music- music performance on French horn and music education.
My first job was as at a Montessori Academy elementary school, where I was the brass coach for 3 years. This is where I fell in love with teaching. I have been teaching privately for 15 years now and love the one-on-one attention that I can give the students.
I have worked with many great organizations like the Los Angeles Philharmonic and various music studios around Los Angeles.
I currently am a freelance musician, Elementary school music
I look forward to working with you or your child in helping to start or continue a musical instrument!
*** Lesson Details ***
When I teach lessons, I like to check in with the student to see how their day was and how practicing throughout the week went. I am very patient and will teach at the student's pace. I expect the student to practice during the week, even if for just 10 minutes a day. I will always work with a student as long as it takes to have them understand what is difficult for them musically.
For music, I try to find free options but books may be a better option. When we choose a book to play out of, I like to choose a book together so that the parent and the child are happy about the selection. Books vary based on what the needs are for each student. Books are to be purchased by the parent.
I usually play my instruments with the students, but being a freelance musician, I may need to save my chops for an upcoming gig. Not always, but happens from time to time :)
I also have a 24-hour cancellation/lesson change policy. If you are late for your lesson, I will try to accommodate the time but may have students or rehearsals afterward so it will not always be a guarantee. If you are going to be late, please text me BEFORE the scheduled lesson. Lessons are to be every week as I DO NOT teach bi-weekly lessons.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Lesson space is in my home w/ seating for parents and music stand for students. I also have a cat and a dog, so if you are allergic, please let me know! The dog and the cat are put away for the lessons as to not distract either one of us! They are pretty cute!
*** Travel Equipment ***
I expect the student to provide the music books and their own instruments and music stand.
*** Specialties ***
I specialize in classical genres of playing but I am able to teach all different styles of music.
· French Horn · Online
· Mandolin · Online
· Music Performance · In studio
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Beckie E.
About James H.Close
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My services provide you with an opportunity to learn from a balance state of thinking to achieve success in your goals for the chosen instrument. Whether its technique, learning how to read both musically and literally, my teaching methods are very self reflective and introspective to provide the understanding you're looking for. All in all my sessions are very people friendly and driven to meet your needs. This helps to learn on a deeper level so that you may appreciate, learn faster and enjoy a greater sense of awareness for the fun of the music making process. I have a very warm and easy going approach with an emphasis on FUN so that we can connect to what we love to do which is make music.
About James
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My lessons are very student driven and revolve around developing students innate music abilities to help them connect and experience success as well as enriching their lives with music. In my lessons students will develop music appreciation skills by listening to music, understanding basic music theory concepts, growing a knowledge of historical awareness in music all alongside learning the instrument of their chosen preference. The pace set for the sessions is rather relaxed and is highly dependent on the student but, students are guided throughout the sessions to eventually achieve their goals. My main teaching approach is: Let me use my skills and knowledge to help figure out what works best for you!
*** Studio Equipment ***
The home studio lessons take place in the living room or a finished garage with tile floor. Seating is available in both areas. Parking is on the street. He has an upright piano.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I can provide music as well as they can provide music as well. I can provide a music stand. They need to provide the necessary equipment that allows their instrument to function
*** Specialties ***
Primarily classical style and some jazz.
· Classical Guitar · In studio
· Bassoon · In home
· Classical Guitar · In studio
James H.
James H.
About Matthew M.Close
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I have been playing trumpet since the 4th grade, about 20 years now. I received my Bachelor in Trumpet Performance from the Peabody Conservatory and my Master of Music degree in Trumpet Performance from the Bob Cole Conservatory at California State Long Beach. I have performed all over the United States and abroad and have performed a wide range of musical styles in a variety of musical settings; from classical solos, to contemporary chamber orchestras, to big bands, to top 40's wedding casual bands, to reggae, ska, rock, Latin, Persian, and more still. Whether you just want to learn a bugle call for boy scouts or want to prepare for an audition, competition, or recital, I will provide a comprehensive learning experience for the trumpet. I could take you from a beginner to playing for a living if you would like.
About Matthew
I started playing the trumpet in the 4th grade, which has led me all the way to receiving my degrees in Trumpet Performance and Music Education! I was lucky enough to attend one of the nation's top music schools, The Peabody Institute, and I now work toward my Master's degree at California State University, Long Beach. I have enjoyed performing in everything from big-band-lead to principal trumpet in the orchestra, leading brass quintets and brass ensembles, and much more! The trumpet has been a huge passion for as long as I can remember now!
While I was learning songs as a child, I decided I wanted to join a band! Now here we are 10 years later and
I've also been playing the guitar for just under 10 years. Playing the guitar has been both a complete joy, but also a fantastic learning experience. I have been learning songs of my favorite artists and even written my own material,and having the opportunity to immerse myself in my favorite music and create music of my own has taught me so much more about music and being a musician. I hope to impart this experience onto all of my students.
Whether it's trumpet, voice, or guitar, I love all things music and my #1 objective is to for my students to learn how it feels to experience what music REALLY has to offer, so to you reading this, let's make some noise!
*** Lesson Details ***
For starters, understand that you're going to have a blast! Within months of working together, I'll have you playing your favorite songs, or feeling prepared for that upcoming audition. I remember what it was like to have second thoughts about auditioning and performance, and I'll make sure those thoughts are a thing of the past for you!
During our lessons, I enjoy addressing the material you have to work on, whether in school or just for your own enjoyment. At the same time, I will present music and materials of my own, and I encourage you to do the same!
I have always enjoyed learning from my students as they have learned from myself, and I could only hope to express how rewarding it is when I see a student of mine progress from week to week and achieve their own goals.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, you can be guaranteed we'll make steady progress and we will achieve your goals. Get ready to wow your friends and family!
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*** Travel Equipment ***
I would provide utilities including music stand, metronome, some external source of pitch.
I expect the student to bring any and all assigned music/material they wish to work on. The student will also begin the lesson prepared with basic necessities, including a pencil (please, no pens) and all music assigned from prior lesson (if this is a first-lesson, bring any/all music you currently have and/or are working on). Vocal students will bring a bottle of water. Trumpet students will have their own valve oil and mouthpiece (if not originally included with your horn).
*** Specialties ***
Trumpet methods include (not limited to) Arban's, Clarke, Sachs, Rubank, Getchell, Adam, Schlossberg, Colin, Bai Lin.
For instruments outside the trumpet, methods will address school curriculum, unless student has advanced beyond provided materials.
I strongly encourage students of voice, guitar, and piano to pick material of their choosing.
Classical and rock are the genres to which I am most attracted
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Learn all styles of trumpet from a fundamental perspective. Performed on THE VOICE, AMERICAN IDOL, & more. 21 yrs as a professional trumpeter, the past 10 in Hollywood.
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I've performed on THE VOICE, AMERICAN IDOL, GREASE LIVE! & others. My music has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, and domestic & international films. I've coproduced KRISTIN BELL, JEFF DUNHAM, WANG LEEHOM, & LINYU CHUN.
I received undergraduate training at BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC (BM) in Boston where I studied with Tiger Okoshi, Charles Lewis, John Bavicchi, Richard Davis, & Gregory Fritze, and was a Graduate Assistant at the HODGSON SCHOOL OF MUSIC at UGA (MM) where I was a protege of the late Fred Mills (1935-2009), founding member of the Canadian Brass.
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He opened my eyes! I studied with other trumpet teachers for years and didn't learn as much!
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Knox S.
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Learn to play the trumpet! Students will learn to develop properly formed embouchure, efficient breathing, breath control, posture and diaphragm support, note fingerings, and develop valve technique, learn and develop proper tonguing and lip flexibility.
Both classical and jazz lessons available.
About Ryan
As a classical/jazz trumpet player he has performed with tournament of Roses Honor band, the Pasadena Pops Orchestra, the Crown City Symphony and in various musical theater productions. He performs regularly with his jazz band the Crown City Combo in various venues in the greater LA area.
In the field of music
· Trumpet · In home
· Trumpet · In home
Ryan L.
Ryan L.
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Strong instrumental playing begins with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of music and the simple act of making a sound from the instrument. Students learn to play music by ear first, and are later introduced to music notation. More advanced lessons emphasize sight-reading, expression, and improvisation.
An instrumentalist since age 10, Thomas has experience as a performer and teacher. His previous education has included methodology classes on teaching specific instruments, and he is available to teach beginning trumpet lessons.
About Thomas
Chords, sight-reading, theory, jazz, classical, and pop
No one ever regrets learning an instrument… yet many grow old wishing they had taken music lessons! A talent they'll be able to develop their entire life, your children will thank you for giving them the chance to learn music. And bonus points for you: after just a couple years, you'll have free entertainment every Christmas!
Or maybe YOU'RE the one that wishes to learn! It is never too late to begin learning an instrument. Everybody has the ability, and if you're determined and interested, there's nothing stopping us from achieving this very special goal. (Interested in learning to compose? Scroll to the bottom to learn more.)
Everybody learns differently, and everybody likes different things. Whether it's improvising or singing alon
1. Building a really strong foundation so it's easy to interpret or understand any part, and to play it with the right amount of practice.
2. Learning to sight-read music, so you can play it well as soon as possible.
3. Learning how to improvise (make-up) music, learn music by ear, and to understand and create chords, which lets you play music in different ways.
4. Play different styles from classical to jazz to popular music.
5. Learning how to practice efficiently so you can learn music as fast as possible.
6. Composing our own original music.
Practice makes perfect! Learning an instrument helps build self-confidence and discipline. If your child's bored, distracted, or just needs a constructive hobby, music is a great place to get them interested in something that will help them feel better about themselves, and the effects will be felt across everything else they do, through better studying habits to a more patient, diligent work ethic.
It's also relaxing! Stressed about work? Need an escape? Everybody has the power to learn an instrument. Seriously, there's no such thing as "talent." Just start lessons and get practicing! It really is that simple, and I'll guide you through every step of the way.
I have a diverse background teaching students of all ages, from 3-year-olds to retirees alike, customizing what we learn to the individual student. We'll learn how to read music just as easily as you read words; improvise and compose music of our own; and feel good playing any style: classical, jazz, rock, and all. My experience as a working musician in films, musical theater, and pop music, as well as classical concert music, allows me to appreciate and teach styles that many other instructors overlook, and I know full well that learning an instrument is not about becoming a professional; it's about being able to connect to others or oneself through music… and also to just have fun! There's no need to learn music we don't like! It's not about stuffing Beethoven into your kids' ears… we just want to make music, be that Beethoven or Billy Joel.
Learning an instrument is one of those few skills that will genuinely last you your whole life. I don't want to sugarcoat it: it takes time to learn an instrument. It takes practice, and sometimes it's frustrating. But the results are well worth it.
Now get out there and make some music! But start by signing up for lessons. I can't wait to get started!
"What's that chord?" "Why does all my music sound the same?" "How do I fix this voicing?" "I just can't get it out of my head!" …sound familiar? You've probably hit a rut. Or maybe you're just starting out. Either way, you want your music to sound new, exciting, and to come out exactly how you hear it in your head. Yes… you CAN learn to compose music, you CAN learn to be more creative, and you CAN learn to share your sound with the world.
Film music, classical, jazz… whatever your interest, all music comes from the same place, and by learning a handful of basic concepts, you can apply these to whatever style you're trying to write. Learning to emulate another musician involves knowing what they're doing. Learning to create a groundbreaking sound requires that you know what's already been done, and how to achieve it. Step by step, we'll work our way there.
We'll learn how to write cool, interesting chord progressions, how to write beautiful melodies, and how to voice chords. We'll learn how to control the mood of our music, from making it sound relaxed to adding tension wherever we want. Maybe you're trying to write for an orchestra, or just a small band. By learning the basics, you can then easily break away from what's been done and come up with something truly new… the goal of any aspiring composer!
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I Have been teaching for 10 + years.Part of my daily focus is on relaxed breathing and generating a big beautiful tone for every note played. Long tones are something that I include in my daily regiment. Lots of dexterity exercises,range building, as well as endurance.
Another aspect of my daily regiment is improvisation. focusing on major/minor/ whole tone/diminished scales/ II-Vs in all keys and playing changes!
Lastly RESTING as MUCH as you PRACTICE is very IMPORTANT!
About William
· Trumpet · In studio
· Trumpet · In studio
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William A.
William A.
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Trumpet is the most physical instrument that requires your whole body to work efficiently. Understanding the breath and how to relax the body goes a long way in learning the trumpet.
About Matthew
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· Trombone · In home
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Matthew B.
Matthew B.
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10+ years of trumpet experience in NYC and LA!
About Rich
Rich received his training at NYU in 2011where he received a degree in Music Education and Technology. As an expert in his field, Rich looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals. Rich's teaching style is inspiring, challenging, and fun.
· Clarinet · In home
· Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
Rich J.
Rich J.
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As a performer I have played in the Los Angeles and Orange County area for the past 3 years as a member of big bands, jazz combos, and 4 piece brass ensembles. I have taught in both one on one settings as well as full ensemble classes and have seen great progress and success in my students in each. Overall my focus in teaching is on sound quality, technique, and stylistic relevance.
About John
In general I have always prized the value of personal instruction. Having come from a family of primarily educators I am well aware that the value a single teacher can have on a student is immeasurable. This appreciation has only been compounded since I have begun to teach myself. Though it takes time in music, visible progress is the one of the more profound feelings of accomplishment that can be fe
· Trumpet · In home
· Trumpet · In home
· Trumpet · In home
John G.
John G.
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**1/2 (out of four)
"42," the almost automatically inspirational account of Jackie Robinson's entrance to major league baseball in the late 1940s, wastes no time trumpeting its story's rousing power.
"I'm gonna bring a Negro ballplayer to the Brooklyn Dodgers," team president Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford, funny) grumbles right off the, uh, bat.
"Have you lost your mind?" his assistant responds, oblivious to the persistently hopeful music that dots the movie's score.
"Dollars aren't black and white," Rickey replies, a comment made in almost every film dealing with race and business. "They're green."
Thankfully, that relentless obviousness disappears in the second half of "42," which features a potentially star-making turn from Chadwick Boseman as Robinson, the first African-American to break pro baseball's color barrier and the only player to have his number retired across the league. Throughout the film, the real-life legend is required to absorb the racism coming his way, knowing that a response would be seen as weakness, not justified retaliation for unyielding attacks.
The attacks come most strongly from the Philadelphia Phillies manager (Alan Tudyk), who walks out of the dugout just to heckle Robinson every time he's at the plate. Boseman conveys strength without overplaying anything, and both Robinson's ability to reassure himself and the crucial support of his wife (Nicole Beharie of "Shame") show how a person could absorb that pressure and vitriol—all just because he wants to succeed in the game he loves.
Writer-director Brian Helgeland, whose career contains far more stinkers like "Conspiracy Theory" and "The Order" than the excellent "L.A. Confidential" and "Mystic River," seems to think viewers need convention and transparency in a story that was, in real life, both revolutionary and complicated. (It's not hard to spot similarities to "A League of Their Own.") I knew Robinson would ask his boss, "Why are you doing this?" before the words left his mouth. Robinson tossing a ball to a black kid who looks up to him, and ultimately hitting a homer off a racist pitcher, scream "Movie of the Week."
Is it asking too much for filmmakers to approach biopics with even a shred of their subjects' innovation?
By the end of "42," though, the film succeeds at depicting the on-field greatness needed for Robinson to change the minds of certain fans, players and league administrators. It's about an unwritten law being as difficult to overturn as a written one, and about a base-stealing, home run-hitting man who saw himself as "just a ballplayer."
He, of course, had to be more than that.
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King, McCaul Letter to Secretary Clinton on Mexican Drug Cartels
April 29, 2011 2:31 PM
April 27, 2011
The Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton
U.S. Department of State
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, DC 20520
Dear Madam Secretary:
The purpose of this letter is threefold; first, to bring to your attention the conclusions reached as a result of our March 31, 2011, Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management hearing, "The U.S. Homeland Security Role in the Mexican War Against Drug Cartels;" second, to encourage your support of H.R. 1270, designating certain Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations; and third, to request that your Department develop a comprehensive strategy with the overall goal of assisting the Mexican Government in their effort to win the war against the drug cartels. I would be happy to work with you in this effort in any way appropriate.
Our hearing and countless studies have concluded that since 2006, there have been over 35,000 drug-trafficking-related deaths in Mexico. On March 13, 2010 the killing of three individuals connected to the U.S. Consulate in Juarez, Mexico raised concerns about the Mexican government's control over the drug cartels. On June 28, 2010 Tamaulipas gubernatorial candidate, Rodolfo Torre Cantu, was killed by thugs associated with a drug cartel–the highest-level political assassination in 15 years. Between January and October 2010, 12 Mexican mayors were killed. These mayors were either executed because they refused to cooperate with the drug cartels or were victims of drug-gang related rivalries. On February 15, 2011, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Special Agent Jaime Zapata was killed and his fellow Special Agent Victor Avila was wounded by "Los Zetas," believed to be the most violent drug cartel operating in Mexico.
According to the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service, "The massacres of young people and migrants, the killing and disappearance of Mexican journalists, the use of torture, and the phenomena of car bombs have received wide media coverage and have led some analysts to question if the violence has been transformed into something new, beyond the typical violence that has characterized the trade. For instance, some observers have raised the concern that the Mexican [Drug Trafficking Organizations] DTOs may be acting more like domestic terrorists." This increased violence towards the Mexican Government, legal system and media threatens the very foundation of that nation. The threat of Mexico becoming a lawless haven should cause this Administration to seek the tools it needs to ensure the security of our border and provide assistance to our ally in the south.
It is clear violent actions taken by the Mexican drug cartels have evolved and are acts of terrorism. These cartels should be classified as terrorist organizations. Federal law defines an "act of terrorism" as an activity that involves a violent act or an act dangerous to human life that is a violation of the criminal laws of the United States or of any State, or that would be a criminal violation if committed within the jurisdiction of the United States or of any State; and appears to be intended–(i) to intimidate or coerce a civilian population; (ii) to influence the policy of a government by intimidation or coercion; or (iii) to affect the conduct of a government by assassination or kidnapping.
Historically, Mexican drug cartels have been considered criminal organizations, the purpose of which has been financial gain. But with increased brutality targeted toward government officials, law enforcement officers, and civilians, the cartels' motivated goals have evolved beyond just monetary gain, and now include more violent activities to achieve political, economic and geographic influence. By placing the Mexican drug cartels on the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) list our law enforcement officers would have additional authorities to limit the cartels' financial, property, and travel operations. Additionally, such a designation would apply to an entire organization, not only its leaders. It is in the interest of the United States and Mexico to prosecute individuals conducting such brutal acts of terror occurring almost daily across our border. As you know, there is precedent for such a designation under President Clinton in the 1990's involving the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC).
Further, it is essential a comprehensive strategy be developed and implemented to help Mexico win the war against drug cartels. This strategy should include plans to expedite funding for resources to Mexico for intelligence, training, and technical assistance programs. The strategy should pull valuable lessons from Plan Colombia, as there are certainly feasible aspects of Plan Colombia that could be adopted when developing a plan of action. According to the Associated Press, as of March 22, 2010, the United States has spent only $364 million of the promised $1.5 billion in Merida Initiative funding. It should be a priority of the United States to ensure Mexico has the resources it needs to win the war against the Mexican drug cartels.
The Mexican drug cartels present a dangerous threat to the national security of the United States. I strongly urge you to use every capability of the U.S. Government to counter this growing threat to our economy, our security and well being of our citizens. Equally as important, we must make sure Mexico does not become a failed state and yet another haven for terrorists. Our Subcommittee will have follow-up hearings to address this growing crisis along our borders and we look forward to your Agencies' participation. Our staff point of contact is Dr. R. Nicholas Palarino, Subcommittee Staff Director for Oversight at (202) 226-8417.
Michael T. McCaul
Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management
Peter T. King
Dan Burton
Member of Congress
Sue Myrick
Member of Congress
Mike Rogers
Member of Congress
Brian Bilbray
Member of Congress
Jeff Duncan
Member of Congress
cc: The Honorable Janet Napolitano, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
The Honorable Eric H. Holder, Jr., Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Mr. Thomas Donilon, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs


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August 17. 2017 12:52AM
Costly contracts: Manchester taxpayers foot the bill
Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas asked the Board of Aldermen, "How are we going to pay for this?"
Good question. Lacking an answer, the board tabled three union contracts that city taxpayers can't afford.
Even free-spending Pat Long had to acknowledge that the city can't afford the labor deals with library staff, police staff support, and firefighters. Alderman Joe Kelly Levasseur says the pay raises would have to come from the city's contingency account.
First of all, city employees are not a contingency, and aldermen shouldn't approve any raise that is not sustainable using regular revenues.
Secondly, the contingency account is now under half-a-million dollars.
Aldermen had to dig into the kitty to pay off departing city attorneys Tom Clark and Thomas Arnold, who were owed hefty severance and unused vacation time.
Such is life working for the city. Even being forced out of your job pays well.
Manchester taxpayers are tapped out. For years, aldermen have fought Mayor Ted Gatsas, overriding his vetoes and the city's tax cap. Such fiscal irresponsibility has left no room for raises for many city employees, and little left in the contingency account.
Gatsas has been a stalwart champion for Manchester taxpayers. He needs some allies at City Hall willing to stand up for fiscal sanity. Manchester voters should elect some this fall.


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NH College Roundup: St. Anselm baseball sweeps doubleheader
April 07. 2013 9:25PM
Homers from Mike Hayden and Robert Kelly supported winning pitchers Tom Hudon of Merrimack and Paul Trabucco of Salem as St. Anselm College swept Assumption College 12-4 and 7-5 in college baseball Sunday at Sullivan Park in Manchester. The Hawks (12-16-1) are 7-6 in the NE-10.
Southern Connecticut 7-12, SNHU 4-4: The Penmen are 20-10 and 6-7 in the NE-10. Tyler Poisson of Rochester had a two-run double for SNHU. Tyler Fortanascio homered for the Penmen.
Dartmouth 1-0; Cornell 0-3: In Hanover, in the first televised game at Red Rolfe Field at Biondi Park, Trent Goodrich drew a walk with the bases loaded in the home ninth for the win. Dartmouth's Michael Johnson surrendered just two singles and two walks over eight innings in the opener. Dartmouth is 17-5, 4-4 in the Ivy.
Franklin Pierce 18-15, New Haven 9-6: In Rindge, FPC (22-9, 12-0 NE-10) has won the first 12 games of a 13-game homestand, tying a program record they can break Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. against Southern New Hampshire University. In the opener, Pinkerton of Derry grad Zach Mathieu had a team-leading fifth homer of the season, a two-run shot. FPU's Dan Kemp also homered in the opener, also a two-run blast.


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By By Andrew Drwiega | May 1, 2013
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The opening late afternoon session of the U.S. Army Aviation Association of America (Quad-A) annual convention usually has a vibrant expectation to it. An eclectic mix of fighting men and women all with aviation in common, some shouldering old buddies with the "where the heck did you go" conversation; beside them old veterans—some recently retired and working in industry, others "really" retired and getting the respectful greetings that they have earned through their service. And amid all of this is expectant industry eager to push forward their products and services (and increase their revenues or just guarantee corporate survival).
All of this comes together for a few days of information sharing and pushing Army Aviation development forward a few more steps.
At Fort Worth this year, though, it was different. You could have shot a Hellfire down some of the aisles on opening night, safe in the knowledge you wouldn't hit anyone in uniform. The tumbleweed in the city's environs would have been at home here. The cuts made to the U.S. Army's travel budget through the sequestration process had a major impact. Although it did get better, marginally, the following day, it had died again by the close. With exhibitors taking a brave stance by declaring that they had more time to talk to those who were there (including industry peers on the surrounding stands), there was no escaping the fact that this cannot happen next year. Either the Department of Defense (DoD) will have to rethink its travel allowances, or the organizers and industry will have to drastically rework the way the convention is done.
To back away from industry conventions, particularly those that are as well established as this, is a grave mistake. Drastically reducing military contact with industry, especially the lower-tier players, will be bad for the future. The multinational OEMs will always have their lobbyists to maintain contact with those at the top in government and the senior military, but where the axe-restricting travel hits hardest is with the smaller concerns to whom suddenly having their order book frozen for 18 months means almost certain disaster. It is they who need to keep their business' finger on the pulse. They need to hear what Maj. Gen. William Crosby, PEO Aviation, has to say. And they need the word on the street, rubbing shoulders with those serving and their peers in business. This is their recon—their intel mission.
Crosby offered the organizers a solution: "If we can't come to you, then you come to us." He means hold the events near to the key U.S. Army Aviation sites of Huntsville, Redstone and Fort Rucker. The problem here is a lack of facilities suitable for staging events the size of Quad-A in these locales.
There is not the draw of the "side events" that the big cities offer either, or more importantly the range of hotels for the thousands that attend. Perhaps this ultimately leads to a plethora of smaller, more focused events, staged throughout the year. But that too would not be ideal as it could increase travel rather than reduce it. Or perhaps there is another solution.
Would the military be able to open their own facilities for this kind of event, for which they may even generate additional revenue? The problems are many: finding a suitable location, security access to the site—for industry, visitors and even media, power supply for all the stands, catering, parking—the list is long. But perhaps somewhere in there is a short-term solution that might be workable if not as a direct replacement, then perhaps as part of the solution? Certainly there are too many exhibition and conferences, both in the U.S. and internationally. And also during years-gone entertainment, by that I mean corporate after-hours events, played a role and it was very much "work hard, play hard." But that can be moderated.
Tightening up on what can be attended and supported by the military should be examined. But there needs to be a more pragmatic approach than just a blanket ban on all attendance. That, in business terms, reminds me of the oft-cited case where an organization that is going through a difficult period starts its cash-saving drive by cutting the advertising budget. Not smart, and almost always counter-productive!
Editor's Note: As this issue went to press, the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) announced that its 2014 Winter Symposium will be held at Redstone Arsenal in Hunstville, Ala.


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9:00 pm
America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Bistro-Style Steak and Potatoes" Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows Chris how to make the five-star meal at home and serves it with Potato Galette. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for wine openers. D
9:30 pm
Joanne Weir's Cooking Class "Sausage Crostini, Goat Cheese Linguine & Melons in Wine" Joanne teaches her student Heather how to prepare three quick and simple recipes packed with lots of flavor and texture which she can make at home despite her busy schedule. Recipes: (1) CROSTINI WITH FENNEL SAUSAGE, (2) LINGUINE WITH GOAT CHEESE AND ARUGULA, (3) SUMMER MELONS IN SWEET-SPICED WINE. Student: Heather Tay - Sales Executive. D
10:00 pm
Caprial and John's Kitchen: Cooking for Family and Friends "Decadent Organic Dairy" On a visit to an Oregon organic dairy, Caprial and John come across products that lend amazing flavor and aroma to their creations: mushroom dip with truffle oil, basil sour cream dressing and grilled lamb chops with cumin yogurt sauce.G
10:30 pm
Rick Steves' Europe "Surprising Bulgaria" Rick finds a time warp of old and new chic shops in the city, and donkey carts in the country.G
11:00 pm
Theater Talk "Amy Herzog On Belleville and Joe Allen On Restaurant Row" We welcome celebrated young playwright Amy Herzog to discuss her new play, Belleville. Herzog talks about the lengthy process it took her to create this work, as well as her other recent stage successes, After the Revolution and 4000 Miles. Next we head to Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen to interview legendary restaurateur Joe Allen. D
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Closer to Truth "Why Explore Cosmos and Consciousness?" Cosmos and consciousness seem utterly different, the former encompassing the vast universe, the latter emerging from tiny brains. Yet consciousness founds most religions, and some cosmologists speak profoundly about consciousness. D


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posted by Thom Holwerda on Fri 3rd Dec 2010 22:14 UTC, submitted by poundsmack
"In a keynote presentation at the Silverlight Firestarter event this morning, Corporate Vice President in Microsoft's developer division, Scott Guthrie officially announced Silverlight 5, and outlined its new features and 1H 2011 beta availability. Silverlight 5 adds more than 40 new features to the Web application framework that focus on improving its streaming media functionality for users and on improving application development for engineers. Some of the new streaming additions include: GPU-accelerated video decoding, variable speed playback which allows for user-defined, pitch-corrected slow motion, improved power saver awareness to prevent screensavers from turning on during playback, and native remote control support."


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The flow of PlayStation 2 Classics arriving on the PSN has been frustratingly slow. But the crew of The Official PlayStation Blogcast revealed some great news on this week's episode: Persona 3 FES will be coming to the PlayStation Network as a PS2 Classic on Tuesday, April 10th.
Persona 3 FES is considered the "director's cut" of the original Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3, and was released in Japan in 2007 and the west in 2008.
There's no confirmation on pricing, but as it's a PS2 Classic, you can assume it'll cost $10. There's also no indication as of yet as to when it will come out in other territories outside of North America.
Colin Moriarty is Editor of IGN PlayStation. You can follow him on Twitter and learn just how sad the life of a New York Islanders and New York Jets fan can be.


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Job Seekers
Community Developments Investments (February 2013)
Case Study: Loan Participation Program Aids Georgia Veterinarian
In a loan participation program (LPP), a state and a lender share financing. The sharing can be structured in two ways:• Purchase transactions, also known as purchase participation, in which the state purchases a portion of a loan originated by a lender.
• Companion loans, also known as co-lending participation or parallel loans, in which a lender originates a senior loan and the state originates a second (usually subordinate) loan to the same borrower.1
In Georgia, the state's SSBCI operates an LPP, Georgia Funding for CDFIs, designed to provide small businesses in low- to moderate-income, minority, and underserved communities with access to capital. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs contracts with qualified, federally designated community development financial institutions (CDFI) to market the program and recruit banks to participate. Using State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funds, a CDFI partners with a bank to make financing possible. The bank and the CDFI each take a portion of the identified transaction, each underwrites its loan, and they close at the same time. The CDFI companion loan has a slightly lower interest rate than the bank loan, and its collateral might be subordinate to bank collateral.
Team Effort Saves a Small Business
Seeking alternatives, the veterinarian approached First Citizens Bank of Georgia. The community bank viewed the business as a community asset with a strong cash flow and history of service to the area. The loan request was over the bank's lending limit, however, so the bank approached Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs (ACE), a certified CDFI in rural northern Georgia and a participant in the Georgia SSBCI. ACE made a $122,000 companion loan to the bank's $525,000 loan. Both loans were secured by buildings and equipment. The ACE loan had a slightly lower interest rate than the bank's and was in second position to the bank's collateral.
Together, the two lenders helped keep the business operating in the community, preserving 13 jobs.


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Thursday, September 29, 2011
UFOs: The Science Fiction Effect
Copyright 2011, InterAmerica, Inc.
While perusing The Science Fiction Encyclopedia (Illustrated) edited by Peter Nicholls [Doubleday & Company, Garden City, NY, 1979] I was struck by how many SciFi images matched or were similar to what some notorious UFO sightings proclaimed.
More importantly, the images all antedate the sightings that have become folkloric in the UFO canon.
Witnesses of the airship phenomenon of the late 1890s and early 1900s might have been influenced by illustrations for various publications such as these:
Maybe George Adamski got the idea for his allegedly concocted flying saucer and photographs of same from something like this:
Betty Hill was remembering her contact from magazines and images like this:
Detail from clipping (above)
And Barney Hill's recollection of what he saw came from this magazine, spotted on a newsstand perhaps:
Or maybe it was one (or both) of these clips:
(One might even posit that Reverend Gill's sighting in New Guinea was predicated on a remembered picture he once saw, particularly like the first of the three above.)
And have those who've seen little men next to or inside craft gotten their "sighting" from a classic Superman segment airing on TV in 1951?
Those who've described flying saucers and UFOs must surely have been influenced by clips such as these or movies of the 1950s which emulated the "saucer" seen here:
And persons halted by entities shooting them with a ray gun could assuredly been interposing, by culling from their memory, such images as this:
And abductees got some of their ideas from portrayals such as this one:
Recently, UFO spotters have been indicating they've seen triangular craft in the skies above them, such as this:
Now either UFO witnesses are regurgitating images purloined from their memory, or UFOs and flying saucers have adopted the constructs imagined by SciFi writers and editors.
Which is it I ask?
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|Assistant Director of DAPER Communications, Promotions and Marketing
|- Women's Basketball, Men's Crew, Fencing, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Women's Volleyball
|16th at MIT
Mindy Brauer enters her 16th year at MIT as a member of the DAPER Communications staff in 2018-19. Among numerous other roles, she currently serves as the primary contact for nine of MIT's 33 intercollegiate athletic programs. Brauer also assists the Director with the day-to-day activities and enforces proper usage of the MIT athletics brand internally and with outside vendors.
Brauer has played an integral role in the development and maintenance of the web presence for the Engineers upon her arrival in 2003. In addition to providing written contributions to the MIT sports annual, she is the coordinator of the MIT COOP Student-Athlete of the Week program. Brauer has served as the primary media contact for numerous postseason championship events, including the 2006, 2007, and 2015 NCAA Women's Volleyball New England Regional and the 2009 North East Collegiate Volleyball Association Championship Tournament.
From August 2009 to July 2011, Brauer was promoted to Interim Director of DAPER Communications, Promotions, and Marketing. During her tenure, she managed the installation of an Academic All-America Hall of Fame and banners celebrating the Engineers' team conference championships. In conjunction with MIT's 150th anniversary, Brauer was instrumental in producing a timeline mural that features nearly 200 memorable moments in MIT athletics history.
Brauer is a four-time recipient of the American Volleyball Coaches Association Grant Burger Media Award for Division III women's volleyball in the New England region.
In 2016, Brauer was honored with the CoSIDA Achievement Award for the College Division. The award is presented to an associate or assistant sports information director in recognition of exceptional contributions, service and dedication to their institution or conference office and to the sports information profession.
Prior to coming to MIT, Brauer was the Assistant Sports Information Director at the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York for one year. She also worked as a student assistant in the sports information office at Drew University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in behavioral science in 2002.


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Description:IBM QLogic 10GB Dual Port Converged Network AdapterPart Number(s)
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Overview:The QLogic 10Gb CNA is a PCI Express 2.0 x4 10Gb Converged Network Adapter and is available for both IBM System x and IBM Power Systems servers. For IBM Power Systems, the adapter is known as the 10 Gb FCoE PCIe Dual Port Adapter (Feature 5708). The adapter connects to SFP+ Multimode Fiber SR optical modules. The System x version also supports SFP+ Active Copper cables, depending on the Ethernet switch used.


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April 27, 2011
Complete Release in PDF Format
• The Schedule
Saturday, April 30, 2011 - 1 & 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 1, 2011 - 1 p.m.
UC Santa Barbara (24-20, 8-4) vs. Long Beach State (30-14, 8-4)
All-time series record vs. 49ers: 29-69-1
Last series vs. 49ers: 3-0 (May 1-2, 2010)
To follow this weekend's games on Gametracker, click here.
• This Week In Gaucho Softball
After a two week home stand, the Gauchos will hit the road this weekend and head to Long Beach State for a three-game Big West Conference series. The pairing will be a battle between the league's third place teams, both of which are just one game out of first place, which is currently occupied by Cal State Fullerton and Pacific.
• For The Record
UCSB has posted a 24-20 overall record and an 8-4 mark in Big West play. This marks the Gauchos' best start to conference play since 2008 when they also went 8-4 in their first four series. UCSB has won its last three consecutive conference series against Cal Poly, UC Riverside and Cal State Northridge, respectively. The last time the program recorded three-straight league series wins was in 2004 when they defeated Northridge, Pacific and UC Riverside consecutively.
• Krista Cobb Named Big
West Pitcher of the Week
Junior Krista Cobb was named the Big West Conference Pitcher of the Week on Monday after helping lead the Gauchos to a 2-1 series win over visiting Cal State Northridge last week at Campus Diamond. The West Hills, Calif. native went 2-0 in three appearances over the weekend, starting two games and coming out in relief in another. Cobb's first start was a test of endurance as she went eight innings for the win in the series opener. She allowed nine hits, four earned runs, walked five and struck out six in the 5-4 victory. After 2.1 innings of perfect relief in a game two UCSB loss, Cobb came through with an excellent effort to win game three. She went seven innings and allowed just three hits, two unearned runs and struck out three. In all, Cobb posted a 1.62 ERA in her 17.1 innings of work. This marks Cobb's sixth conference Pitcher of the Week honor and her first this season.
• Two For One
The Gauchos currently rank third nationally for double plays per game. They are averaging 0.57 per game and have tallied a school-record 25 so far this season.
• Offensive Behavior
UCSB rates as one of the top teams in the league offensively, ranking second in batting (.282), slugging (.392), runs (202), hits (335), total bases (465) and stolen bases (39). Meanwhile, UCSB leads the league with its 60 doubles this season, which is just four away from tying the school record, which was set during the 2000 season. In conference games, UCSB paces the league in runs (64), hits (104), RBI (57) and total bases (147).
• Gauchos Go Yard
UCSB has been hitting the long ball on a frequent basis as of late. Of the Gauchos' 18 home runs this season, 10 have been hit in their last nine games. The Gauchos have already surpassed their 14 home runs hit last season and have tied their 2009 output.
• In The Circle With Krista
Krista Cobb has been outstanding in league play. The junior owns a 6-1 record in Big West games and a 2.12 ERA, which ranks fourth among conference players. She leads the league in innings pitched (62.2), batters struck out looking (11) and wins in BWC games. Her opposing batting average of .205 ranks third. For the season, she owns a 3.67 ERA and 12-9 record. She is also moving her way up in the UCSB record books and ranks fifth in career wins (38), seventh in shutouts (13), eighth in complete games (4), ninth in strikeouts (238) and 10th in innings pitched (410.1).
• Triple Time
Junior Brooke Putich hit her fifth triple of the season in Saturday's series closer against Cal State Northridge. The outfielder currently ranks 17th nationally for triples per game (0.11) and has moved to fourth on the UCSB career triples list (7). In the opening game of the series with the Matadors, Putich posted her second consecutive three hit game, tying her career-high for hits. She is currently third on the team with her career-best .315 batting average and is second on the team and fourth in the conference with 11 stolen bases on the year.
• Popping Pilpils
Second baseman Kathryn Pilpil stretched her hit streak to 12 games - the longest by a Gaucho this season - before it was snapped in game three against the Matadors. The freshman ranks sixth in the Big West in stolen bases (10), and seventh in RBI (27) and doubles (8). She is currently fifth on the team with her .292 batting average and leads the squad with 30 runs and 22 walks. Since league play has begun, she is batting .326.
• Taylor Made
Junior Allison Taylor brought her team-leading multiple RBI games to eight after driving in three runs in Saturday's 4-2 win over Northridge, one shy of her career-high four RBI (recorded against Ohio State on Feb. 26). Taylor is amidst a five game hitting streak and has driven in six runs across those contests. She is batting a career-high .299 this season and ranks sixth in the conference in RBI (28) and seventh in doubles (8). Taylor is also second on the team with her four home runs, the first four of her career.
• Catching Up With Our Catcher
Junior catcher Lainey DePompa has come on strong in the second half of this season. She has registered a hit in 13 of the last 16 games and is third on the team with her .351 batting average in Big West games. Overall, she is batting a career-best .278 and has more than doubled her career totals in doubles and RBI, with six and 16, respectively, this year.
• Kane Is Able
Freshman McKenzie Kane leads the Gauchos in batting average (.344) and hits (54), which is second the Big West. She leads the conference in stolen bases (13) and is eighth in runs (26). The center fielder has posted a team-high 15 multiple-hit games and has had a hit in all but eight games.
• Jennings Out for the Remainder of the
After suffering a knee injury in the final game of the UC Riverside series, sophomore shortstop Keilani Jennings will be forced to sit out the remainder of this season. This is her second season-ending injury of her career; she broke her leg early in the 2009 season and had to use a medical redshirt year. Jennings ended her season with a .344 batting average, 27 runs, 15 doubles, six home runs and 31 RBI. She still leads all Big West players in slugging (1.107), on-base percentage (.559), runs (12), home runs (4) and total bases (31) in league games despite missing last weekend's series. This season she tied the program's single season doubles record, set by Tiffany Wright in 2008. Jennings is two doubles away from cracking the UCSB top-10 list and tying 10th-ranked Natalie Adame's (2000-03) career output (21).
• Super Senior
Senior Jessica Beristianos continues to carve out her place in the UCSB record books. With just nine regular season games left in her career, she is second in career doubles (39) and needs just three more to tie Mandy Edwards' (1997-2000) school record. She is also tied fourth in career RBI (89) and tied ninth in career runs (74), both with Kendra Singley (2004-06).
• The Galicinao File
Head coach Brie Galicinao, who is now in her fourth season at the helm of the UCSB softball program, has coached the Gauchos to a 96-106 cumulative record for a .475 winning percentage, the second-best since the softball program went Division I in 1982. Galicinao has coached three players to All-Region honors, two players to Big West Field Player of the Year accolades, one Big West Freshman Pitcher of the Year and 16 All-Big West Conference selections. In 2008, Galicinao was named the Big West Co-Coach of the Year after her first season leading the Gauchos.
• Gauchos.360
The Gaucho softball team has entered the blogsphere. Several members of the team are contributing regularly to "Gauchos.360" filling in UCSB fans on their student-athlete experience. To check it out visit click here.
• Tweet, Tweet
Head coach Brie Galicinao is on Twitter. To get her insights and updates throughout the season (and the rest of the year), follow her here.
• Get Your Tickets
Tickets for all of the Gauchos' home contests this season are now available. To purchase tickets, please call (805) 893-UCSB, visit the Ticket Office located inside the Intercollegiate Athletics building on campus or click here.


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Adjunct Faculty C-E
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David Capes
David Capes is a partner in the St. Louis firm Capes, Sokol, Goodman & Sarachan. Mr. Capes received his bachelors degree from Rhodes College, his J.D. degree from the University of Arkansas, and an LL.M. (Taxation) degree from Georgetown University. Mr. Capes served as a trial attorney in the Tax Division of the United States Department of Justice from 1975-78 and as the Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri from 1978-80. He has specialized in federal criminal defense cases as a private practitioner since 1980 and has been an Adjunct Professor at Washington University School of Law since 1981.
Gerard Carmody
Gerard Carmody is associated with Carmody MacDonald P.C. Click here for his profile
Judy L. Cates
Judy L. Cates was recently elected to the Illinois State Appellate Court for the 5th Judicial District. Prior to joining the Bench, Justice Cates was a trial practitioner with over 30 years of litigation experience. Prof. Cates is a former President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, is admitted to practice in several states and federal courts across the country, and is recognized as one of the best 100 trial lawyers in the United States. Her practice has included filing class action lawsuits for plantiffs, including a consumer lawsuit against Publishers Clearinghouse. Prof. Cates has also defended class actions. She received her B.A. in Government from Cornell University and her J.D. from Washington University School of Law in 1977.
Chancellor William B. Chandler III
Chancellor Chandler is a partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. Click here for his profile.
Harry Charles
Harry Charles is a sole practitioner whose practice is limited to federal, state and local tax audits and collections. He received his A.B., MBA, and LL.M. degrees from Washington University and his J.D. degree from the University of Illinois. He holds a CPA certificate and is the former Chair of the Employment Taxes Committee of the ABA Taxation Section as well as a frequent writer and lecturer on IRS Collection practice. He is currently co-authoring an electronic book on independent contractors for the tax publisher, Commerce Clearing House, Inc., due to be completed in 2001.
Kathi Chestnut
Kathi Chestnut received her J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in 1983. Kathi is an Officer with the law firm of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. in St. Louis, practicing in the Litigation and Labor and Employment Practice Groups. During her career she has handled a wide variety of cases in both federal and state court, including employment, employee benefits, civil rights, personal injury, and first-party insurance cases. Kathi has tried well over 75 first chair jury trials to conclusion during her 26 year legal career.
Since joining Greensfelder in 1999, Kathi has concentrated her practice in the area of employment litigation and day-to-day counseling exclusively on the side of management. She has experience representing a wide variety of business organizations, including retail organizations, health care organizations, manufacturers, and telecommunications businesses. Many of the clients she works with have locations in multiple states. Kathi handles all facets of employment related litigation on behalf of businesses, including employment discrimination lawsuits, discrimination claims before state human rights agencies and the EEOC, Department of Labor investigations, arbitrations, employment contract disputes, non-compete and non-solicitation disputes, employee benefit litigation, whistleblower lawsuits, and employment related tort lawsuits.
Kathi also advises companies on day to day human resource issues, including developing strategies to prevent litigation, advising regarding compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations, internal investigations, and employee discipline and terminations. Kathi also has substantial experience drafting and reviewing employment policies and employee handbooks, providing anti-harassment and other training to clients, and legal updates to human resource managers. In addition, Kathi drafts employment agreements, and negotiates and drafts separation agreements.
Prior to joining Greensfelder in 1999, Kathi practiced for over 13 years with another firm in St. Louis and then for 3 years in her own law firm.
Caroline G. Chicoine
Caroline Chicoine is of counsel at Husch Blackwell LLP practicing for over twenty years in the area of intellectual property, with an emphasis on trademark and internet related matters. She earned her Bachelors of Science in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, and earned her JD from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois, where she was an editor of the Software Law Journal. Prof. Chicoine chaired the International Trademark Association's Internet committee, and was the recipient of the 2002 International Trademark Association's Volunteer Service Award for Advancement of the Association for her work in connection with trademarks on the Internet. Prof Chicoine authored a chapter on domain name governance in the International Trademark Association's "Trademark Law and the Internet" treatise and has been a repeat presenter at the International Trademark Association's "Trademarks in Cyberspace" conference. She also served a three-year appointment to the Council of the Generic Names Supporting Organization of the Internet Corporation of Assigned Names and Numbers representing intellectual property interests. More information about Prof. Chicoine may be found at http://www.huschblackwell.com.
Joel Christensen
Joel Christensen is a partner at Behr, McCarter & Potter, P.C. Click here for his profile.
Rebecca M. Christensen
Rebecca M. Christensen is a senior associate at Williams, Venker & Sanders, L.L.C. Click here for her profile.
Ben Clark
J. Bennett Clark is a partner at Bryan Cave LLP. Click here for his profile.
Ryan J. Clark
Ryan Clark specializes in providing accounting and consulting services to businesses and law firms. Mr. Clark's accounting experience encompasses both the technical fields of accounting principles and auditing standards and a variety of business disciplines, including: operations, accounting and business processes, systems and controls and tax and financial statement reporting requirements. His consulting experience includes analyzing damages in complex litigation cases, class actions and intellectual property infringement matters as well as providing expert witness testimony at trial. Mr. Clark, who is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and Certified Valuation Analyst, received his undergraduate degree in Accounting from Truman State University and his Master of Business Administration degree in Finance from St. Louis University. He is one of the co-founders of Hoffman Clark, LLC, Board Member of the Hausstette Charitable Foundation and the International Institute Commercial Development Corporation, and a member of the American Institute of CPAs, Missouri Society of CPAs and the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts.
Thomas E. Clark, Jr.
Tom is currently a partner with The Lowenbaum Partnership, LLC, a labor and employment firm based in Clayton. He provides counsel to both employers and retirement industry service providers in all aspects of employee benefits law. He also is a litigator with the firm specializing in ERISA and commercial litigation. Tom also serves as general counsel and ERISA counsel to FRA PlanTools, a fiduciary consulting and technology firm based in Charlotte, NC. For 5 years, Tom served as legal counsel representing employee/plan participant rights in prominent ERISA litigation filed in numerous district courts, as well as appeals to the 2nd, 3rd, 7th, and 9th Circuits and the US Supreme Court. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Fiduciary Matters Blog and the ERISA Litigation Index, which tracks and provides updates for prominent ERISA litigation and is read by nearly 10,000 in the retirement industry on a monthly basis. Tom is a double Washington University in St. Louis Law School graduate, receiving his J.D. in 2007 and his LL.M. in Taxation with an emphasis in employee benefits in 2008.
Morry S. Cole
Morry S. Cole practices at Gray, Ritter and Graham, P.C. in the areas of wrongful death, aviation, products liability, professional negligence, and complex corporate litigation. He received a B.B.A. in Finance from Baylor University in 1993 and a juris doctor from the University of Missouri in 1997. While at the University of Missouri, he served as an Editor of the Missouri Law Review, a Research Assistant to Professor Martha Dragich, an Intern to the Honorable Judge Duane Benton, Missouri Supreme Court and a part-time Law Clerk to the Honorable Edward D. Robertson, Jr., Missouri Supreme Court. After graduation, he served a year as a full-time research attorney and law clerk for Judge Robertson. Since joining Gray, Ritter and Graham, P.C., Mr. Cole has practiced before the Missouri Courts of Appeal for the Eastern, Western and Southern Districts of Missouri and the Missouri Supreme Court and he has tried cases in many Missouri Counties and the Eastern and Western District Federal Courts. He has served as a member of the Missouri Bar Board of Governors and the Missouri Bar Young Lawyers Section Council (Secretary, Vice Chair and Chair).
John Coffman
John Coffman is a consumer advocate attorney who regularly practices before state public utility commissions and in the courts. His clients include AARP and a variety of other public interest organizations. Coffman serves as general counsel to the Consumer Council of Missouri, a statewide consumer advocacy organization that focuses on issues relating to utilities, insurance, and consumer fraud. Coffman began his utility law career at the Missouri Office of the Public Counsel where he participated in complex litigation involving electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, and sewer companies. He was ultimately appointed the director in 2002. During the period that he served as the head of this consumer advocate agency, its litigation division was solely responsible for securing over $300 million in ratepayer savings. Coffman practices primarily in Missouri, but has participated in several other public utility commission proceedings in states throughout the Midwest, and in proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Federal Communication Commission (FCC). Coffman drafted the renewable energy standard adopted by initiative in the city of Columbia, Missouri. He was instrumental in developing ratepayer protections that were incorporated into the ordinance, including the addition of a 3% rate cap. The rate cap has been credited with helping the initiative gain approval by 78% of the voters during the November 2004 election. The new ordinance has successfully led to increasing amounts of that city's electricity being generated from wind power and from landfill gas—and without any detrimental rate impact for consumers. This ordinance then became a model for Proposition C—the Missouri Clean Energy Initiative, which passed with 66% of the vote on November 4, 2008 and applies to all investor-owned electric companies statewide. Coffman received his law degree from the University of Missouri–Columbia in 1989.
Jeffrey Cohen
Jeff Cohen is a partner at Millen, White, Zelano & Branigan. Click here for his profile.
Dianna R. Collins
Dianna R. Collins is an Assistant United States Attorney in the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Missouri. She works primarily in White Collar Fraud Task Force. Prior to becoming a Federal Prosecutor, Dianna worked in private practice in the area of construction litigation. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia College of Engineering and the University of Missouri-Columbia College of Law.
Kevin Curran
Kevin Curran is an Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Eastern District of Missouri. Prior to joining the federal system, he was Director of the Capital Division of the Missouri State Public Defender System, which he helped create in 1989.
William E. Dailey, Jr.
William E. Dailey, Jr., practices general business litigation, family law, and criminal defense in St. Louis, Missouri. Before opening up his own firm in 2010, Will worked for five years with a major law firm in Clayton, Missouri, representing nursing homes, major corporations, and individuals in matters involving labor and employment, toxic torts, and various areas of business litigation. He is currently licensed to practice in Missouri, Illinois, and the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Missouri and the Southern District of Illinois. In addition to serving as an Adjunct Professor at Washington University's School of Law, Will sits on several Boards, including the Mound City Bar Foundation and Global Exchange Institute. Will received his law degree from the Saint Louis University School of Law, where he earned Academic Excellence Awards in Criminal Law and Legal Research and Writing, served on the Public Law Review, received an appointment as Faculty Fellow for Professor Camille Nelson, and worked as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Research and Writing and Moot Court classes. During law school, Will served as President of the SLU Black Law Students Association and as the National Financial Secretary of the National Black Law Students Association. Prior to law school, Will worked for four years in commercial banking for two national bank holding companies in downtown St. Louis. He received his Bachelors degree in Finance from Xavier University of Louisiana and is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Eric Dannenmaier
Eric Dannenmaier is a Professor of Law and Director of the Program on Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources Law at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Click here for his profile .
James Delworth
James Delworth, a St. Louis University School of Law graduate, has been an Assistant United States Attorney for the past 19 years. He is currently lead attorney in the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force involved in prosecuting large scale drug trafficking networks. Prior to this, he worked as an Assistant Federal Public Defender for 8 years and was a law clerk for the Honorable Robert Kingsland, United States Magistrate Judge. Mr. Delworth has tried over 100 jury trials both as a prosecutor and a public defender and has argued more than 50 cases before the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the DEA Director's Award, United States Postal Inspection Service Director's Award and personal letter of recognition from the Director of the FBI.
Juan Del Valle
Juan Del Valle Juan Del Valle is a Latin American attorney, negotiator and profesor, having occupied important roles for multinational companies in the region, including acting as Ericsson Legal Head for Chile, Paraguay, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia, Experienced Senior Counsel and Head of Immigration for Deloitte Colombia, legal director and advisor for local companies in Latin American countries, Government Programs advisor, and counsel for clients of more than thirteen countries. Juan received his Law degree at Universidad del Rosario in Colombia where he received honors including undergraduate and graduate scholarships, an LLM in U.S. Law at Washington University in St. Louis with a scholarship for merit, and is currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Education in Leadership and Organizational Psychology at Aspen University holding a GPA of 4.0. Juan has studied negotiation techniques at Harvard University, University of Windsor and TWZ Enterprises, among others. In addition to serving as an Adjunct Professor at Washington University's School of Law, Juan currently is a professor at Universidad de la Sabana in Colombia for both graduate and undergraduate programs, focusing on negotiation, conflict resolution and comparative law, Associate Professor and course designer for the International Institute of Management (IIM) for negotiation skills and international law, invited negotiation lecturer to the Fundacao Armando Alvares Panteado in Brazil, and has served as voluntary professor of business ethics for the Junior Achievement program for vulnerable communities in Colombia.
Jeffery T. Demerath
Jeff Demerath is a partner at Armstrong Teasdale. Click here for his profile
Uyless M. Dewberry
Uyless M. Dewberry is associated with Husch Blackwell LLP. Click here for his profile .
Megan Dolton
Megan Dolton received her B.A. in Government magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame in 2000 and her J.D. from Loyola University Chicago in 2003. While at Loyola, she was a tutor in the Legal Writing Program and a member of the Law Journal. She practiced law in Chicago for several years before continuing her practice in St. Louis for nearly four years. Her experience includes the various stages of civil defense litigation, with a particular focus on representing hospitals and medical providers in the defense of malpractice actions.
Michael Downey
Michael Downey is the founder of Downey Law Group LLC. Click here for his profile.
Thomas Duda
Thomas Duda is a principal in the law firm of Rosenblum. Goldenhersh, Silverstein & Zafft, P.C. He graduated from Rockhurst University in 1985 with a B.S.B.A. with an emphasis in Accounting and from St. Louis University School of Law in 1989. Since 1989, he has been licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri, and he has practiced primarily in the areas of general tax law, tax-deferred exchanges, real estate law, corporate transaction law, estate planning, affordable housing law, historic preservation law, estate and gift taxation, probate law, and employee benefits. He has been admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court. Since 1998, he has been an adjunct lecturer in the Master of Science in Taxation Program at Fontbonne College, teaching a course entitled "Taxation of Partners, Partnerships and Subchapter S Corporations."
Scott Eidson
Scott Eidson is a partner at Stinson Leonard Street. Click here for his profile .
Kimberly Shaw Elliott
Kim is a three-time graduate of Washington University, having earned her J.D. (1979), LL.M. (1985), and executive M.B.A. (1996) here. She is pleased to be back. As an ERISA investment lawyer for Edward Jones, Kim engages in a multi-disciplinary practice advising business leaders about selecting products to meet retirement needs, designing compliant distribution methods, drafting and administering employee benefit plans and satisfying operational, tax, disclosure and reporting duties. Prior to joining Edward Jones, Kim worked in a variety of both legal and business roles, serving as general counsel of a broker dealer and registered investment advisor, insurance company executive, and lead employee benefits attorney for a major company. She began her career in private practice and is licensed as an attorney in Missouri and Illinois. She is also registered with FINRA as a Registered Representative (Series 7), Investment Adviser Representative (Series 66) and General Securities Principal (Series 24) and holds the Fellow, Life Management Institute designation. In addition to various civic activities, Kim is a long-time director of the Association of Corporate Counsel (St. Louis Chapter) and a frequent speaker on employee benefits and securities-related topics.
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|MLB | David Murphy retires
Tue, 26 Apr 2016 07:50:36 -0700
Free-agent OF David Murphy (Twins) retired at the age of 34 Tuesday, April 26.
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|Twins | David Murphy signs with Twins
Thu, 14 Apr 2016 09:43:31 -0700
Free-agent OF David Murphy (Red Sox) signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins Thursday, April 14. He'll begin at Class AAA Rochester.
Fantasy Tip: The ballpark doesn't do him any favors, but he's still a quality major league hitter. He's worth stashing in AL-only leagues.
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|| Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - La Velle E. Neal III
|MLB | David Murphy looking for a team
Wed, 13 Apr 2016 07:09:00 -0700
Free-agent OF David Murphy (Red Sox) isn't ready to retire and is looking for a team with a major league roster spot open, according to sources.
Fantasy Tip: Murphy can still be a factor in AL-only leagues if he signs.
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|| Source: FOXSports.com - Jon Paul Morosi
|Red Sox | David Murphy opts out
Sun, 27 Mar 2016 23:04:28 -0700
Boston Red Sox OF David Murphy has opted out of his contract Sunday, March 27, and the team has 48 hours to add him to the major league roster or release him.
Fantasy Tip: Murphy could still contribute in AL-only leagues.
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|| Source: The Providence Journal - Tim Britton
|Red Sox | David Murphy to retire?
Tue, 22 Mar 2016 04:53:17 -0700
Boston Red Sox OF David Murphy is contemplating retirement rather than being sent to the minor leagues. Murphy signed a minor league deal with Boston as spring camps got underway.
Fantasy Tip: Even if Murphy made the parent club, Boston's outfield situation is so bottlenecked that he might not see a ton of playing time. He's best left on the bench.
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|Red Sox | David Murphy signs with Boston
Mon, 29 Feb 2016 08:04:01 -0800
Free-agent OF David Murphy (Indians) signed a minor league deal with the Boston Red Sox Monday, Feb. 29.
Fantasy Tip: Murphy is an AL-only option later in drafts but probably won't see enough playing time to be worth the draft pick in mixed leagues.
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|Rangers | David Murphy, Austin Jackson contacted
Fri, 26 Feb 2016 23:47:33 -0800
The Texas Rangers have expressed interest in free-agent OF David Murphy (Indians) and Austin Jackson (Cubs).
Fantasy Tip: The Rangers may still go after one of these players, but the signing of Drew Stubbs may have also knocked Texas out of the running. Both of these players are valid late-round selections, but watch and see where they end up.
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|Rangers | Texas eyeing Alejandro De Aza
Wed, 17 Feb 2016 10:56:28 -0800
The Texas Rangers are "keeping tabs" on New York Mets OF Alejandro De Aza in case OF Josh Hamilton's (knee) knee woes continue. Mets general manager Sandy Alderson has acknowledged that they could trade De Aza because they have an excess of outfielders. The Rangers are also considering free-agent OFs David Murphy (Angels) and Will Venable (Rangers).
Fantasy Tip: As things stand now as a fifth outfielder for the Mets, De Aza has very little fantasy value. However, if he's traded or the Mets suffer an injury that would open up significant playing time, he could be attractive in deep mixed and single-universe leagues late in drafts.
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|Angels | David Murphy still an option for Angels?
Wed, 09 Dec 2015 14:30:39 -0800
Free-agent OF David Murphy (Angels) could still return to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and platoon in left field with a right-handed-hitting outfielder.
Fantasy Tip: The Angels are strapped for cash, and Murphy is a stopgap option for them. At best, he is a low-end outfielder in cavernous mixed and AL/NL-only leagues, as he doesn't project to receive full-time at-bats. He is a better FantasyScore option in favorable matchups.
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|Angels | Halos decline David Murphy's option
Wed, 04 Nov 2015 09:09:55 -0800
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim declined OF David Murphy's $7.5 million option Wednesday, Nov. 4, making him a free agent.
Fantasy Tip: Despite hitting in prominent spots in the order for the Angels, Murphy is probably pegged for a part-time role with another team. He doesn't have much mixed league value heading into drafts.
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