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We always put a load of thought into our outfit, hair and makeup for date night (#Flawless… ofc) but usually leave packing our handbag to the last minute. Which is why we find ourselves in the toilet in a nervy sweat, wondering how we forgot to pack the deo/fragrance – face palm moment or what? If you're now thinking, 'Nooooo, not another thing to plan,' don't worry – we've done all the hard work for you. Here's our date-night SOS kit – just in time for Valentine's Day!
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2. Hair gone haywire?
We never know when the hair gods are gonna be cruel or kind… so it's best to be prepared. If your hair just isn't staying put on your date, hairpins will be your little lifesavers.
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5. You got a lil something…
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6. Pout perfection
Getting your lippy to last through date night is mission impossible tbh. From the drink sipping and food munching to lip locking, unless it's tattooed on your face, you're gonna need to touch up. Make sure you have your lipstick of choice packed and ready to go.
7. Just in case
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Participants at Jakarta meeting
Minutes of Fight Against Forgeries Commission Jakarta, June 22, 2012
1. Welcome of delegates and observers (Peter McCann – responsible for FIP
for the Commission Against Forgeries).
2. The Organizing Committee of INDONESIA 2012 had prepared a presence sheet that was signed by all participants and observers entering the meeting room. The meeting was held at the Exhibition site and started at 14:00.
3. There were 34 participants present at the meeting representing 32 countries: Richard Gratton made the Roll Call.
-1. Australia (Geoff KELLOW)
– 2. Austria (Klaus SCHOPFER)
– 3. Argentina (Eliseo Duben OTERO)
– 4. Brazil (Luis Claudio FRITZEN)
– 5. Canada (Richard GRATTON)
– 6. China (G. S. LIU)
– 7. Costa Rica (Luis Fernando DIAZ)
– 8. Croatia (Julije MARAS)
– 9. Denmark (Lars Peter SVENDSEN)
– 10. Egypt (Sheril El KERIDANI)
– 11. France (Michel LETAILLEUR)
– 12. Great Britain (Chris KING)
– 13. Hong Kong (Andrew CHEUNG)
– 14. Israel (Les GLASSMAN)
– 15. New Zealand (J.M. BANFIELD)
– 16. Norway (Arne THUNE-LARSEN)
– 17. Pakistan (Abdul WAHID)
– 18. Paraguay (Dila EATON)
– 19. Peru (Aldo SOMANE)
– 20. Russia (Igor RODIN)
– 21. Saudi Arabia (Y.DEHLAVI)
– 22. Serbia (Nikola LJUBICIC)
– 23. Singapore (Sa Bee LIM)
– 24. South Africa (Howard GREEN)
– 25. Switzerland (Kurt KIMMEL)
– 26. United States of America (Wade SAADI)
– 27. Uruguay (Carlos PAEZ)
– 28. Venezuela (Pedro MERI)
We also accepted the four following proxies coming from Norway, Germany, Spain and Mexico:
– Ivar Sundsbo (NORWAY) given to Arne Thune-Larsen (present as a delegate)
– Bund Deutscher Philatelisten (Germany) given to Klaus Schöpfer (Austria) (present)
– Teodorsio Arrendondo (Spain) given to Luis Fernando Diaz (Costa Rica) (present)
– Victor SIENRA (Mexican Federation) given to Eliseo Ruben Otero (Argentina) (present)
Therefore, Schöpfer, Diaz and Otero received two voting ballots each.
Non voting participants (6):
– FIP (Peter McCann)
– Observers (5) from Australia, Great Britain, Uruguay (2) and Pakistan (Arif BALGAMVALA).
4. Elections.
Peter McCann and Richard Gratton accepted the 4 different proxies.
Peter McCann explained that there were only one candidate for President of the Commission (Jean-François Brun candidacy was withdrawn by France), only one candidate for the Secretary of the Commission and only one candidate for the Asian Bureau member (FIAP).
Klaus Schöpfer (President), Richard Gratton (Secretary), and Lim Sa Bee (Asian Bureau member) were thus elected by acclamation.
Ballots were prepared by Richard Gratton before the meeting.
They were then given to all participants and proxy holders for the election of the two bureau members.
A total of 26 ballots were given and received.
(NOTE: Some participants did not vote as they arrived after the elections).
Election results:
FEPA – EUROPEAN Bureau member
– Eduardo Escalada Goicoechea (SPAIN): 24
– Lars Boettger (GERMANY): 2
FIAF – AMERICAN Bureau member
– Luis Fernando Diaz (Costa Rica): 18
– Dieter Bortfeldt (COLUMBIA): 8
Eduardo Escalada Goicoechea and Luis Fernado Diaz were officially declared elected.
5. The assembly agreed unanimously to work the proposed agenda.
6. There is no documentation from previous meetings to be presented and no minutes to be approved by the Assembly. Richard Gratton will contact previous members of the Commission to find documentation.
7. Role & Objectives of the Fight Against Forgeries Commission.
The general comments & discussions were received from participants:
– Protect collectors from being cheated by certain dealers and collectors
– Protect philatelists from losing money and buying worthless stamps.
– Work closely with FIP Expert teams
– Explain clearly what the Expert Teams need: certificates on back of sheet…
– Need for standardized certificates (picture, signed stamps, attestations)
8. Elaboration of future program and activities
A) Potential future seminars – The following topics were discussed:
A1) How does and Expert Team work?
– Sa Bee Lim & Richard Gratton to develop a Power Point presentation.
A2) Develop seminars on Philatelic Research
– Chris King from the RPSL will propose something in the coming months.
A3) Identifying the bad, spurious and fake postal administrations that issue stamps and what is not acceptable in exhibits.
– Dila Eaton will develop a program with the help of Paolo Comelli's files.
B) Develop better contacts with all Federation members.
B1) Richard Gratton is to contact Madame Andrée Trommer-Schiltz, Secretary General of FIP to get a list of all member countries that have delegates to this Commission.
C) Develop an Internet site
C1) Richard Gratton to contact FIP to see what can be done.
We are proposing to include on the site the following items.
– List of all member Federations that have delegates to the commission
– List of delegates for future meetings
– Agenda and minutes of previous meetings
– Seminars and presentations
– Future activities of the commission
– Links to all member Federations and Associations
– Links of interest for forgery collectors and Experts
– Potential for publicity in order to finance site? (To be discussed)
Members are also invited to write to us and add any suggestions they might have.
9. Group photo
A group photo was taken and will be added to our site when available
10. Conclusion and close of meeting.
President Klaus Schöpfer closed the meeting and thanked all participants.
Meeting was adjourned at 16:00.
Richard Gratton
(June 22, 2012)

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The average household with children amasses its share of broken, trash-bound toys. For Earth Month, Tom's of Maine has partnered with recycler TerraCycle to help prevent broken toys from ending up in landfills.
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Beyond donating old toys, families can help the earth by taking Toms' #LessWasteChallenge pledge to reduce their household waste by one pound per week.
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Ahoy my festive friends and welcome to the second part of my 2017 gift guide for vegan killjoys, queers, fatties, and weirdos. Check out part one HERE.
If gift-giving is your thing, and/or you want to direct your family/friends towards a fun thing that you actually want, then this might just be the guide for you. And let's dive in.
Jes Baker – Landwhale / Self- Love Heart Pentacat Earrings – House of Addams / IDGAF About Your Diet t-shirt – Fat Mermaids / Rosa Bath Shard – Miss Patisserie / Planchette Moth Pin – Ludlow Luna / Queerdos t-shirt – Babe Coven
Big thanks to Vegan Warrior Princesses Attack podcast for mentioning part one of this guide in their recent episode about the festive season, Santa, and gift-giving. On the subject, I want to do another little plug for a few Patreon accounts that are really worth your support, and remember you can make donations to these projects as a gift in itself (yanno, for the fat/queer/weird/vegan killjoy who has everything!)
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I'm very pleased to be welcoming Sadie from A Life In The English Rain to the blog today. I've been following Sadie's blog for a couple of years now and am always inspired by her simple yet beautiful creations, which all fit so well into her gorgeous home. If you are not familiar with her blog, please pop on over and take a look, you won't be disappointed. I'm sure you will also love what she has prepared for us today.
It's that time of year again. Halloween is sneaking up behind us, ready to jump out and shout 'Boo'!
Do you decorate? Well, if the answer is a resounding no, because you don't like all the garish colours and tackiness of the whole affair, then it need not be that way. Keep it simple, and keep it elegant. A touch of Halloween here and there is just as effective as a house decorated head to toe in fake cobweb.
A Halloween tree is so simple. It also has the added bonus of being easily changed for any other seasonal celebration. I'll let you into a secret, and tell you, this is actually my Easter tree. A few alterations and you'd never know.
Take a few twigs, and secure in a pot. I used air drying clay to hold the twigs in place. Once the clay had dried, I added some decorative stones to the top to cover it, and add extra weight. The twigs had been painted white, but of course, you can paint them any colour. Black would be perfect for Halloween. A strand of battery operated lights is an optional extra, but it does take it up a level. I found the baubles in a supermarket, but have to say I'd never seen them before, or since. But you could easily make your own. A few unloved Christmas baubles spray painted and decorated with glittery pumpkin faces would be quick and easy to do. Hang them from the branches, add some black sheer fabric around the base, and it's done.
An inexpensive, simple, and elegant nod to Halloween.
Huge thanks to Sadie for popping over to share with us her beautiful Halloween tree. It just goes to show that Halloween can be pretty too.
Don't forget you can hear more from Sadie over at her own blog A Life In The English Rain.
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The engagement rings are one of the oldest ornaments that are still trending in various communities among the world. For the manufacturing of a ring, different kinds of materials are used such as gold, platinum, diamond and silver etc. As a decorative part, the crown of a ring plays an important role that is generally made with fixing a beautiful diamond. For brides, there are several shapes of diamonds available in the market such as princess, heart and pear. These shapes are available in some very attractive colours including pink, red, blue and yellow etc. There are some eye-catching settings of rings given below that you can choose while hiring a jeweller for ring manufacturing.
Attractive Bridal Ring Settings
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Doors and Perception
Very few people look at doors and think that they can be a good photogenic subject. But if you pay attention you are bound to find many colorful samples and if you do a little research and keep an open mind, as well as a keen eye, you can find samples which are not only colorful but present unique designs, great textures and some may even possess many of these qualities plus show an "aged" look to them, even better if they also have a nice looking and interesting door knocker.
Doors can make for a very interest and unique photographic project which because of its simplicity presents the viewer with an unique way of looking and admiring a simple everyday object.
Doors and Windows are there and they are full of patterns, textures and designs. They call us to be photographed. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials. Some are huge and some are intimidating, some are small and just there. Some doors and windows are famous and some are also art forms. These and more certainly bring the fascination of capturing images of doors and windows. http://www.picturecorrect.com/
Remember to look everywhere. Doors don't have to be hinged to a wall.
You may find very good usable and nice looking photogenic samples by visiting some architectural stores, old buildings, abandoned structures, churches and so on.
Also to be aware of is any colorful details around the door such as the walls and any vegetation surrounding it.
Bricks, flowers, chairs, flower pots, climbing vines, and antique garden tools all add to the interest of the scene and can make good accents that serve to complement the main door image.
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Don't just go out and look for doors. This will take some time but if you know where to look you can find suitable subject matter.
Simply pay attention to where the doors are and how they are made as well as any thing that adds or enhances the door itself.
Keep in mind that since doors face outwards you may not be required to ask for permission but it is always nice to ask anyways.
However, if the image serves to identify the location, such as having an address visible, then it becomes a different matter. Asking the owners and explaining what it is that you are doing always helps and may find you new admirers.
After all you are taking a picture of a subject matter that has been photographed countless times before. Your images must stand out not just simply look nice.
Look for designs and accompanying patterns. Interesting textures, especially if the doors have suffered the effects of weathering, and try to capture any cultural traits for which the door is a representation. Some doors "open" and show you a view of the world around it and this is in essence what you are aiming to capture within your images.
Be creative with your post production work . Some doors may be found that stand out simply because of what surrounds them like a facade that is totally void of color.
If you come upon a door that is painted in a vibrant color but located in an otherwise lackluster adjacent area then changing the scene to a monochrome and leaving only the door with its natural color can result in an interesting and eye appealing scene.
Look at the last photograph in this article for a good sample. Care must be taken however not to make the colorization too rich or risk having the door look unnatural.
This is best done in Photoshop and the process is really not that difficult.
Use your images as stand alone, in photography publications, for calendars or just to simply practice and improve your skills.
These easy to photograph subjects require the use of a single, preferably a prime lens in the range of about 55mm. Flash,tripods or other aids should not be really necessary.
The other issue to keep in mind is the time of day when you take the images. Bright midday Sun is not the best time. Overcast days are better since they will provide the best diffused light needed to bring out texture and show details.
Although these subjects can stand alone and make for good images, adding a person to the scene can infuse the image with an interesting detail. You do not need to include people but if you do so, rest assured that the pictures will present a more interesting appeal to the viewer because it can show the relevance that they play in the lives of the people around them.
I like to capture images of doors when they are closed so that I can show their full texture but open doors can work just as well ,especially if there is a relevant and appealing scene behind "the open door".
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Jonathan wrote:Weather forecast for today: 87 degrees, Smoke.
Alan wrote:The NY Times has a feature comparing how much rain Houston has gotten with average rainfall in your area. Houston has had 6 years worth of San Diego rainfall in the past week.
The Portland area, meanwhile, saw up to an inch of ash from the fires.
Qiu Qihong, an engineer of the Beijing Environmental Monitoring Center, said US and China use the same function to determine AQI figures from six different pollutants. However, he explained that the UStates uses a stricter system to determine what numbers to plug into the AQI formula. The formula requires a range of values of PM2.5 to calculate the number, and the US and China are using different ways to determine this range.
Jonathan wrote:This time we're importing our ash from California...
Jonathan wrote:Well, shit. Maybe I can blame Canada again? My eyes are stinging.
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I was in SC last Thursday and you could see blue sky overhead. This I guess is something else?
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Explore future design and innovation from across the globe during the D.C. International Design Festival, open throughout May 19 at the Artisphere (1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Va.).
The ,4000-square-foot exhibit The Next Wave: Industrial Design Innovation of the 21st Century features innovations from Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy and the U.S. Hundreds of objects will be on display including housewares to textiles to furniture and tools.
The design festival also offers free public programs, including competitions, lectures and film screenings. Catch "Oh Say Can't You See: What Happened to American Design?" on Saturday, April 20 (5–6:30 p.m.) or a talk with Italian industrial designer Roberto Palomba on Wednesday, May 15 (6 p.m.).
An interactive photo contest, Juxtaposed, offers a $500 grand prize, winner takes all on May 24. If you want to enter, simply (or not so simply) take a photo of two objects that are visually different but that can function together in harmony.
The International Design Festival is free to the public. Hours at the Artisphere are Wed.-Fri. 4-11 p.m., Sat. noon-11 p.m., and Sun. noon-5 p.m. The Artisphere is located about 20 minutes from downtown D.C.
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Clarksburg in Montgomery County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Dowden's Ordinary
Dowden's Ordinary
Where Gen. George Edward Braddock
and Col. Dunbar's Division
of the Colonial and English Army
made a second encampment
In Maryland April 15-17, 1755
Erected 1915 by Janet Montgomery Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
Marker series. This marker is included in the Braddock's Road and Maj. Gen. Edward Braddock, and the Daughters of the American Revolution marker series.
Location. 39° 14.194′ N, 77° 16.629′ W. Marker is in Clarksburg, Maryland, in Montgomery County. Marker is on North Frederick Road (Maryland Route 355) just south of Stringtown Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 23214 Frederick Road, Clarksburg MD 20871, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Archaeology at Dowden's Ordinary (within shouting distance of this marker); Dowden's Ordinary: A French & Indian War Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Tavern Life at Dowden's Ordinary (within shouting Dowden's Ordinary: The Elephant Comes to Clarksburg (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Welcome to Froggy Hollow (approx. 1.9 miles away); Waters' Mill (approx. 2½ miles away); A Real Field of Dreams (approx. 2.7 miles away); Black Hill Gold Mine (approx. 2.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Clarksburg.
Regarding Dowden's Ordinary. In early America, taverns or "ordinaries" offered food and shelter both for travelers and their horses. The term "ordinary" originally applied to a tavern meal regularly offered at a fixed price, but later designated the tavern itself. The Maryland Assembly, like other legislatures, not only required a license for operation and a bond for good conduct, but also
mandated a listing of the set prices for food, drink, and accommodations.
Because of poor roads, early taverns were generally 15 to 20 miles apart, a convenient day's travel. On the Great Road (now MD Route 355), a traveler from Georgetown to Frederick could stop at a tavern in Rockville before spending the next night at Dowden's Ordinary in Clarksburg. In his petition for a tavern license
his house was situated on the road between Rockville and Frederick Towne, he regularly received visitors requesting food and lodging for the night. Dowden decided to turn his hospitality into a business operation.
In addition to providing meals and lodging, taverns served as places for the locals to socialize, argue politics, conduct business, play cards, or bet on a horse race. At Dowden's, stagecoaches stopped twice a week bringing mail and news from communities along the route. More than a place to have a drink, taverns were the hub of community life.
Also see . . . The Fort Edwards Foundation Searching for Dowden's Ordinary. Celebrating Braddock's Trip through Maryland by Digging for Dowden's Ordinary. (Submitted on June 21, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
Additional comments.
1. The Daughters' Mistake
It should be noted that this marker gets General Braddock's name wrong. Braddock's first name was not George, it was Edward. Perhaps the DAR in 1915 deeply wished to commemorate George Washington but they had only Braddock and in a cast-in-bronze slip-of-the-tongue gave General Braddock Washington's first name.
— Submitted
Categories. • War, French and Indian •
More. Search the internet for Dowden's Ordinary.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 22, 2019. This page originally submitted on June 21, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,102 times since then and 38 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on June 21, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.


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Music composer and producer J. M. Quintana Cámara has received a nomination for the renowned Hollywood Music In Media Awards® (HMMA) for his composition "The Essence of Life" in the category "Contemporary Classical / Instrumental". The ceremony of the eighth edition of the HMMA awards will take place on Wednesday 11 November 2015 in the famous "Henry Fonda Theatre" in Hollywood, California, and will be broadcasted to a lot of countries, with live performances, awards presentation and VIP reception.
HMMA awards are considered as one of the most renowned awards in the world. They were born in 2008 with the intention to recognize and honor the music production of visual mediums (film, TV, movie trailers, video games, commercials, etc), the talented individuals responsible for creating, producing and placing it and the music of artists, both mainstream and independent, from around the globe. Some of their nominees have been composers of famous soundtracks such as John Williams (Lincoln), Howard Shore (The Hobbit), Hans Zimmer (Inception), Marco Beltrami (Trouble with the curve-golpe de efecto) or Mychael Danna (Live of Pi-La vida de Pi), as well as other artists internacionally known as Bob Dylan, with the intention of recognize his dedication to the music industry.
Nominees and winners of the HMMA awards are not selected according to their labels, sales or popularity, but only for their musical excellence. HMMA are a springboard to access the American audiovisual industry, since their most influential executives participate in it.


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Upper Iowa University online bachelor's and MBA ranked by U.S. News & World Report for 3rd consecutive year
FAYETTE, Iowa (January 7, 2015) – The online undergraduate programs at Upper Iowa University and its online master of business administration (MBA) program have been ranked for the third consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News published "2015 Best Online Education Programs" on its website January 7.
The UIU online bachelor's programs are ranked in the top third nationwide, coming in at 87 of 283 colleges and universities who responded to the annual online education survey. UIU is one of only three Iowa-based, number-ranked schools on the U.S. News list.
The publication's rankings of online graduate business programs changed substantially this year and are not considered comparable to the previous two years the magazine has done the rankings. Previously, U.S. News ranked all online graduate business programs (MBA and non-MBA) on one list. In 2015, the publication separated the rankings for MBA online programs from those of other non-MBA graduate business programs. U.S. News also changed the criteria and methodology for ranking of MBA programs, placing greater weight on reputation and admissions selectivity.
Under the new ranking system, UIU is ranked 123 of 223 colleges and universities that submitted data on their online MBA programs. Only 196 of those programs received a numeric ranking, and UIU is the only Iowa-based school ranked.
"UIU is honored that our online programs continue to be recognized among these rankings," said UIU President William R. Duffy II. "On behalf of the board and administration, I would like to express our appreciation to the faculty and staff who makes such recognition possible through their work each day. UIU has been providing online education for 15 years and has graduated thousands of students from our program who have become successful in their careers – and that is the true test of any academic program."
UIU Provost Dr. Kurt Wood added that the University ensures consistent academic quality whether classes are taught on campus, at the UIU centers, online or through its self-paced degree program. "Our teaching modalities are virtually interchangeable," Wood said. "We hold ourselves to the same high quality academic standards not only to meet the mandates of our accrediting bodies, but also to fulfill our commitment to excellence for all our students across the entire university."
B.J. Whitesell, dean of the UIU business school, credits the MBA program's ongoing success to the faculty. "Many of our faculty have years of experience in the workforce so they can share real-world problem-solving scenarios with our students. Most online students are working adults themselves and can provide educational insights from their own situations. The result is a dynamic learning experience that prepares students to succeed," she added.
Online education is also an important resource for undergraduate students who are either first-time college students or returning to earn their bachelor's degree, said John Siblik, dean of the UIU School of Liberal Arts. "We find more and more undergraduate students turning to the convenience and cost-effectiveness of online classes as part of their degree plan," Siblik added. "Some undergraduate students will complete all their coursework online, and others will combine online classes with a more traditional face-to-face experience. Either way, they graduate with a degree that can change their lives."
Barb Schultz, assistant vice president for the UIU Center for Distance Education noted that Upper Iowa was among the nation's first universities to embrace distance education by launching a correspondence course program 40 years ago, followed by the online program in 1999. "In our experience, online education is a proven way to meet the needs of today's students, especially the adult learner who may be trying to balance earning a degree with working full time and raising a family," added Schultz. "Online programs allow students to fit education into their lives and, in many cases, offer the only opportunity for students to reach their educational goals."
Information about the UIU online programs is available here. Details of the U.S. News rankings and the survey methodology are here.
About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, nonprofit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to about 5,200 students–nationally and internationally–at its Fayette campus, 21 U.S. locations, as well as a location in Hong Kong. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree program. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development opportunities for learners of any age. For more information, visit uiu.edu.
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It is no secret that China's export driven economy is one of the most resilient in the world. As the rest of the world plunged into a recession and responded with debt-fueled stimulus efforts, China invested its own capital savings into its infrastructure, improving its export possibilities with generous new expansions.
However, with China leading the world in unskilled labor, it's falling sharply behind in the productivity from its college graduates.
The Exportation of Labor
China's economic boom is largely contributed to incredible gains in the manufacturing sector provided by outsourced projects from the world's developed nations. One problem for China, though, is that much of its workforce is unskilled, and skilled labor positions have yet to move from the US and Europe to the far East. Developed nations still lead the world in college graduates, and the United States still shines for having the best post-secondary education system in the world. These recent graduates in the United States are finding jobs internally, working for mega conglomerates to design, develop, and test new products, while the production of the physical products is completed overseas.
Finding Jobs for China's Students
The government contends that the job market is robust for its graduates, citing data that shows 87% of recent graduates have found work. China's graduates disagree, commenting that the statistics are inflated, and the few job opportunities open to skilled-labor barely pay living wages. The unemployment rate will only continue to grow for skilled-labor, with 6.3 million Chinese expected to graduate in 2010.
Has China Peaked?
Without the encouragement and development of jobs that employ more thought work than physical labor, China's economic position may be reaching its peak. A near majority of its citizenry still lives in impoverished conditions, farming the land for little more than enough to eat each day. The manufacturing base, which employs many Chinese workers, provides little more in living wages than sustenance farming, and although driving the export economy, it isn't making anyone rich by any means. If China's internal consumption economy will grow, it will come not from manufacturing and farming, but from the employment of college graduates.


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Allison Hetrick is a Southern California based yoga teacher, music enthusiast, and dog lover. She has been practicing yoga since high school and recently obtained her 200 hour teaching certification. She teaches hatha style classes at One Body Studios in La Habra, CA and enjoys incorporating music and aromatherapy to make it a total mind and body experience. When she isn't on the mat you can find her at a concert or hanging with her pups, JD and Dubz the Wizard.


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Carl R. Reynolds, MD; Mariell Jessup, MD
The first 3 boxes show the progression to the next step of care; the information that flows from the third box, "Reassess EF and ECG and clinical status," indicated a stepwise progression that is well supported by strong evidence from randomized, controlled trials. The dashed arrow indicates a step that has weak justification from current data. ACE = angiotensin-converting enzyme; ARB = angiotensin-receptor blocker; CRT-D = CRT with defibrillator; CRT-P = CRT with pacing only; ECG = electrocardiography; EF = ejection fraction; ICD = implantable cardioverter-defibrillator; NYHA = New York Heart Association.
* The 2008 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association guidelines (17) stipulate that patients have NYHA class II symptoms and an EF ≤0.35 to be eligible for ICD implantation but allow patients with NYHA class I symptoms and concomitant EF ≤0.30 and ischemic cause (>40 d after myocardial infarction) to be eligible for this therapy.
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As of June 1st Konvekta has a new Sales Office in Shanghai, China
Konvekta is the leading manufacturer of high-performance energy recovery systems. Because technology is rapidly advancing, continuous training is essential. Konvekta offers complimentary lunch hour training sessions. We provide lunch and schedule the session at your convenience.
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The so-called "Great Commission" is recorded only in Matthew's gospel (28:16-20) and is the first time anywhere in the gospel tradition that the risen Christ is said to have spoken any words. Matthew is the second gospel to be written (82-85 CE.). We need to note that in the first gospel, Mark (written in the early 70's CE.), there is no narrative of the risen Christ ever appearing to anyone at any time and thus there is no opportunity for Jesus to be allowed to speak. According to the translation in the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, the words of the "Great Commission" are, "Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel."
What do these words mean? First, let me state what they do not mean. They are not a challenge to become missionaries in order to evangelize the world and thus to make converts of all people to the Christian religion. That is a dreadful misconception based on the imperialism of Christianity that developed after Christianity became the established religion of the empire in the Fourth century CE. When Matthew's gospel was written, the followers of Jesus were still members of the synagogue. The Christian community did not separate itself from the synagogue until about the year 88 C.E. which would have been within a decade after Matthew's gospel was written.
What then do these words mean? This text is part of what I call Matthew's "interpretive envelope." Matthew was the most Jewish of all the gospel writers, yet he wanted to portray Jesus as the power that called people beyond all of their tribal identities and ethnic values. In his opening chapters Matthew uses the symbol of a star to proclaim the birth of Jesus. The uniqueness of a star is that its light is not bound to the territory of any single nation, but it shines all over the world and thus it can serve as a sign, a heavenly invitation to come to the light that the star announced. The wise men were symbolic of the human yearning to leave their divisions behind and to find human oneness in the God Jesus was thought to reveal. The wise men were Gentiles overcoming their fears and their prejudices by coming into the Jewish world in search of the light. Following that introduction Matthew then told the story of the life of this Jesus, who with consistency set aside all barriers of tribe, gender, race and even religion, all of which serve to separate people from one another. When the story of Jesus is complete, Matthew closes his envelope by having Jesus speak the words of the "Great Commission." What Matthew's Jesus was saying is that once you understand the meaning of Jesus, you have a new responsibility. You now must go into "all the world." You must go to those you have described as unclean, unbaptized, uncircumcised, non-koshered, different or unworthy and you must proclaim to them the love of God that has no boundaries and that knows no limits. You do this by crossing all human boundaries, all human prejudices and by removing the sources of all human rejections. The "Great Commission" thus has nothing to do with converting the heathen.
Thanks for your question, it makes it possible for readers to see deeply into the biblical story, that is, to see far beyond the level of understanding that a literal reading of the scriptures would ever provide.


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Essential Information
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) provide urgent medical care to sick or injured people. They may be employed by hospitals or other medical facilities, fire departments, or private ambulance services. EMTs respond to a variety of emergencies, including heart attacks, traumatic injuries, and childbirth. They also work with police and firefighters at the scene of an emergency before transporting patients to medical facilities for more comprehensive treatment. In addition to having a high school diploma or the equivalent, EMTs must undergo significant training and earn certification and state licensing before they can work. Strong physical health, good vision, and a clean criminal record also are important for EMTs.
|Required Education
|H.S. diploma or equivalent
|Other Requirements
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|Projected Job Growth (2012-2022)
|23% (EMTs and paramedics)*
|Median Salary (2015)
|$31,980 (EMTs and paramedics)*
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
EMT Requirements
All states require EMTs to be licensed; however, licensing requirements vary by state and EMT level. Becoming licensed entails formal training at the EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, or EMT-Paramedic level. Training programs vary from 2-6 months and are available at emergency medical service academies, community colleges, technical schools, and universities. These programs help prepare aspiring EMTs for the appropriate National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification exam.
EMT-Basic Training
EMT-Basic is the minimum level of certification for a career in emergency medical services. Training courses typically include 100 hours of training in urgent situations, such as cardiac and respiratory emergencies, childbirth, and major disasters. Instruction may cover human anatomy, lifting and moving bodies, airway management, blood stoppage, trauma management, and patient assessment. Some programs provide training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), while others require students to hold CPR certification before admission.
EMT-Intermediate Training
Intermediate-level certification is divided into EMT-Intermediate 1985 and EMT-Intermediate 1999 classifications. Depending on the state, EMT-Intermediate training programs are comprised of 30-350 hours of classroom and clinical instruction. These programs focus on more in-depth instruction in life support care. Students may learn advanced principles of trauma management, medication administration, and intravenous treatment. Internships may be required to complete these programs.
EMT-Paramedic Training
The highest level of emergency service training is EMT-Paramedic. Paramedic-level training programs can take up to two years to complete and lead to certificates or associate's degrees in EMT-Paramedic. Associate of Applied Science in EMT-Paramedic programs incorporate general education with emergency-specific training. Core courses may range from medical terminology to emergency service management and psychology. These programs also incorporate field training and clinical practicums.
Certification and Licensure
After completion of a training program, candidates must pass the respective NREMT certification exam. Though some states administer their own licensing exams, most accept passage of a certification exam administered by the NREMT. The NREMT offers separate exams for each level of EMT certification, and each exam is comprised of both a written, competency portion and a practical demonstration portion. EMTs must renew certification every 2-3 years by earning continuing education credits and passing a recertification exam.
EMT Qualifications
To be eligible for an EMT training program, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent degree, and a clean criminal record. Aside from formal training, EMTs must also have keen senses, especially eyesight and color vision. Physical fitness is also necessary for this position, because EMTs may be required to lift and move people. Manual dexterity, alertness, and the ability to control one's own emotions are also beneficial for a career in emergency medical services.
Salary Info and Career Outlook for EMTs
As reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in May 2015, the median annual salary of EMTs and paramedics was $31,980. In the same year, the BLS noted that there were about 236,890 of these workers employed nationwide. Jobs for EMTs and paramedics are expected to be in high demand during the coming years; the BLS anticipated that employment in the field would grow 23% from 2012-2022.


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It's nearly the end of February so it's now time for March's #FoodYearLinkup.
I was so proud of my linkup last month with a total of 30 fabulous recipes and foodie posts linked up for all sorts of events.
It's been so tough to choose my favourite this month as there were so many and the ones for Valentine's Day were particularly gorgeous. However, I've finally decided on this Marshmallow Jelly Fondant Recipe from Karen at Mummy Do It. It was a tough choice but in the end I was swayed by the fabulous recipe and the fact that Karen wished me Happy Birthday in her post and made me feel special (Thanks Karen).
So what's the theme this month?
As always, I'd love you to come and link up any foodie posts relating to the events in the Food Blogger's Calendar for March.
To save you the effort of going to have a look, here's a list (there's loads to choose from this month)…
23 February – 8 March – Fairtrade Fortnight
1 March – St David's Day
1-8 March – Dementia UK's Time for a Cuppa
1-31 March – Veggie Month
1-31 March – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Brewing and Distilling Month
2-8 March – British Pie Week
13 March – Comic Relief/Red Nose Day
14 March – Pi Day
OK, so technically not a foodie day, but why not use it as an excuse to make a pie anyway!
15 March – Mother's Day
16-22 March – National Salt Awareness Week
17 March – St Patrick's Day
23-29 March – National Butchers' Week
To join in with the #FoodYearLinkup…
- Click the "add your link" button and add your link with a nice picture to entice everyone to come and have a look.
- Add the #FoodYearLinkup badge to your post so your readers know where to come to find lots of other fun foodie posts (you'll find the code towards the bottom of this post).
- To make my life easier I'd appreciate it if you could leave me a quick comment letting me know which event you're linking up for (it helps me to tweet them at the right time).
- Join me in visiting the other linkers and comment, tweet, pin, stumble, etc. (whatever you like best) at least one, but really as many as you can.
- Come back again next month and do it all again.
Throughout the month I'll be tweeting every entry and if you tweet me (@Charlotte's Lively KitchenUK) to let me know you've linked up I'll make sure I include you in the tweet. I'll also be pinning every entry on my dedicated #FoodYearLinkup board and may include my favourites in round up posts for a selection of events throughout the year.
So what are you waiting for? Link up up right here…
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To add the #FoodYearLinkup badge to your post, simply copy the code below into the text editor of your post (any problems, let me know and I'll do my best to help).
Before I go…
I'm always looking to keep the calendar as up-to-date and comprehensive as possible so I've been busy adding more new events.
A huge thank you to Claire at Foodie Quine for sending me a list of lots of events to add. If anyone else spots anything else I don't know about then let me know and I'll happily add it in.
1-31 March – Veggie Month
1-31 March – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Brewing and Distilling Month
23-29 March – National Butchers' Week
1-30 April – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Award Winning Food Month
1-31 May – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Whisky Month
1-30 June – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – The Future of Food Month
1-31 July – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Summer Fruits and Berries Month
1-31 August – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Delicious Dairy Month
1-31 September – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Showcase and Farmers' Markets Month
29 September – International Coffee Day
1-31 October – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Sustainable Shores Month
1-31 November – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Hearty and Heartwarming Month
22 November – Stir-Up Sunday
1-31 December – Scottish Year of Food and Drink – Farm Shops Month
7 February 2016 – British Yorkshire Pudding Day
8 February 2016 – Chinese New Year
9 February 2016 – Shrove Tuesday
14 February 2016 – Valentine's Day
You can see the full calendar here.


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Skills: Billiards Pro Goes On A Wild Run Of Ridiculous Shots!
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If you're following the schedule, you should read these chapters today: 2 Chronicles 14–15, Revelation 4, Haggai 2, John 3. Click on any of those references to see all the passages in one long page on BibleGateway. If you can't do all the readings today, read 2 Chronicles 14-15.
We read about King Asa back in 1 Kings 15 and I wrote about him here. Today's passage here in 2 Chronicles 14-15 is a lengthier account of Asa's life with more detail than we saw in 1 Kings 15. 2 Chronicles 15 told us that a prophet spoke to Asa which encouraged the king to begin the reforms that he is known for. In the middle of verse 2 we read these words, "The Lord is with you when you are with him." How often do we use that kind of language in our prayers: "Be with me, Lord, as I…." This passage (and plenty of others) teach us that the answer to that prayer depends a lot on what follows the words, "…as I…." Often such prayers are asking God to bless and prosper what we want to do. "Be with me, Lord, as I drive to Atlanta." "Be with me, Lord, as I ask for a raise." "Be with me, Lord, as I get this biopsy." There is nothing wrong with these prayers but they are somewhat misguided. What God is about is saving people and making them holy. So God may see your request differently than you do. When we ask God to "be with" us, we are asking him to give us the outcome we want–a safe trip to Atlanta, the raise in pay we're asking for, a negative biopsy. But God may want to use the opposite of what you expect when you ask him to "be with" you to make you holy. Or, he may use something different than what you expect to bring someone else to faith in him.
Far more important than asking God to be with us is to understand that "The Lord is with you when you are with him" (v. 2). He's already promised his presence with us and that will work all things together for our good. What we should look for, then, is where we are out of alignment with what God wants and get into alignment. In other words, instead of asking God to be on our side, we should ask God to show us where his side is so that we can get on it. That's the encouragement Asa received. He knew that God wanted him to remove idolatry from Israel. This verse was spoken to him by the prophet to get him to move; that is, so that he would start cleansing the idolatry just as God wanted him to do.
Have you been asking God just to be with you in anything and everything you want to do? Isn't it more honoring to God when we look for what he is already doing and get on that side?
Now for your thoughts: What stood out in your Bible reading for today? What questions do you have about what you read? What are your thoughts about what I wrote above? Post them in the comments below or on our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/calvarybiblechurch/. And, feel free to answer and interact with the questions and comments of others. Have a great day; we'll talk scripture again tomorrow.


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- Poetry
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- Essential Haiku by Robert Hass (Used)
Essential Haiku by Robert Hass (Used)
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This collection brings together in fresh translations by an American poet the essential poems of the three greatest masters: Matsuo Basho in the seventeenth century; Yosa Buson in the eighteenth century; and Kobayashi Issa in the early nineteenth century. Robert Haas has written a lively and informed introduction, provided brief examples by each poet of their work in the halibun, or poetic prose form, and included informal notes to the poems. This is a useful and inspiring addition to The Essential Poets series.
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from Gracia y Amor / Grace and Love
Cantos Bilingües para la Liturgia/Bilingual Songs for the Liturgy
Cantos Bilingües para la Liturgia/Bilingual Songs for the Liturgy
from Gracia y Amor / Grace and Love
Their songs live in our hearts and on our lips... from "Gather Your People" and "Rain Down" to "Our Paschal Sacrifice/El Cordero Pascual." In this incredible collaboration, Bob Hurd, Jaime Cortez and Eleazar Cortés deliver 12 bilingual titles that celebrate the rich cultures of our diverse Church through the power of music.
The same artists who brought you Somos el Cuerpo de Cristo/We Are the Body of Christ join forces with Eleazar to offer a unique blend of both language and musical styles—from folk and rock to mariachi and salsa. Each song captures the voices of all three composers, united in song, and transitions seamlessly between English and Spanish.
Ideal for accompanying the entrance and Communion processions, "We Who Hunger, Come to the Table" reminds us that in belonging to Christ, we belong to each other. "Every Single Thing We Are" is a beautiful call to offer all that we are to God during the preparation of the gifts. Combining Christ's commissioning of the disciples with Psalms 95 and 96, "Go Out to the World" sends us forth to serve and share the Gospel.
Give your ensemble the accompaniments and vocal parts they need to lead your congregation in worship with the available octavo packet—featuring performance tips, suggested use and bilingual composer notes from Bob, Jaime and Eleazar!


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A trip down memory lane
In this nostalgic weekly primetime celebration, two celebrity teams join forces with the audience. All are keen to show how well they know and love their country. It's an evening dedicated to every memorable aspect of their country through the years. Above all, it's a format about music, memories and having fun. I Love My Country is one big trip down memory lane for the young and the young at heart.


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We offer all potential new client enquiries a free 20 minute coaching phone consultation to better understand the coaching process and learn about the specifics around how coaching can help you and your individual situation and also, the difference between SEVEN's approach and style of our coaches to other coaching companies! I spoke with Linde just this past Friday on one such phone call and this is her account, she shared with her readers on her blog An Urban Village. Thanks Linde.
"So – on Friday I found a site online – they offer career coaching, and I thought to myself that's it – I need to speak to someone who can objectively help me refocus my vision, and help me re-adjust my abilities – in order to get to where I'm supposed to be. I filled in an online form, and within a couple of hours I had an email from the office and they were setting up a call for the same afternoon. A half an hour free consultation. Great, progress in less than a day!
A couple of hours later I had a call from Evelyn, from Seven Career Coaching – and we had a most inspiring chat – I felt at ease to chat with her freely and openly and she was engaging and I think this is a path that will definitely assist me just to get a bit; no a lot! of clarity on my life, where I'd like to be – and how to ultimately get there. The last question she asked me was this: what would you like to accomplish at the end of our couching course? I though for a moment and I said – I want to live an ambitious life. And that's where my first quote originated from: be ambitious with your life. Its quite empowering to say these words, to believe in them, and to keep repeating them. Print it out, stick it on your wall – surround yourself with positivity… and you'll become more positive and more inspired.
Saturday morning I woke up with the following on my mind: be your own kind of wonderful … be unique, be you, believe in yourself, believe in your own kind of wonderful, and be just that. The world doesn't need copies of copies of copies of people, the world needs you, just the way you are – perfectly imperfect – share the beauty that is within you, share the sadness you may feel – share the uncertainties, share the honesty of your life. Sometimes we feel broken, sometimes we feel inspired, sometimes we feel like we need some quiet time to absorb and to figure things out. And sometimes we need to reach out and ask for some direction, reach out and ask for some help. And that for me is one of the most difficult parts of this journey – but one I must venture on in order to venture forth. To grow, and to break free from the cage that is holding me back.
And it suddenly kind of dawned on me – that if within half an hour she could help me realise this one thing – what would we not be able to accomplish if I booked some time in with her. Today I received an email from Evelyn on the next steps, the packages they offer and how to proceed. I think its a good enough time as any to get going. Take the first steps, make the commitment – and hopefully see some change…"
Written by Linde and images designed by Linde at An Urban Village Blog
If you'd like to speak to one of our Career Coaches or Life Coaches today, to discuss how coaching can help you, book your phone consultation here!


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Variation in growth traits and wood density in whitewood (Endospermum medullosum): a major timber species in Vanuatu
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Doran, J, Bush, D, Page, T, Glencross, KS, Sethy, M & Viji, I 2012, 'Variation in growth traits and wood density in whitewood (Endospermum medullosum): a major timber species in Vanuatu', International Forestry Review, vol. 14, no. 4, pp. 476-485.
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A breeding program aimed at increasing economic value of whitewood plantations in Vanuatu and conserving declining genetic resources will take direction from the results of this study. Genetic parameters for stem diameter breast height over bark (DBHOB), straightness and branching were estimated in an 11.4-year-old whitewood breeding population on Espiritu Santo Island. Wood density variation in one subpopulation was also studied. Trees with the fastest growth and best form were from Espiritu Santo. Growth and form trait heritability estimates (h2= 0.10-0.16) were low to moderate, with moderate phenotypic variation (CVP = 17-36%). DBHOB at 11.4-years and 4-years were very closely genetically correlated (rA = 1.00 ± 0.17). Mean unextracted wood basic density at breast height was 330 (SD±21) kg/m3, or similar to mature-tree densities. Economic gain in growth traits can be expected from a recurrent selection and breeding program given the heritable genetic variation indicated in this study. Conserving genetic diversity in this species is a high priority.


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HIV/AIDS News
Scientific/Clinical Member Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents
The HHS Panel on Antiretroviral Guidelines for Adults and Adolescents (or the Panel) is accepting nominations for new scientific/clinical members with expertise in HIV medicine. The Panel is seeking candidates with expertise in HIV clinical research and clinical care, women's health, or neurologic complications of HIV infection.
Panel members critically evaluate new information and prepare guidelines revisions. The candidates should be recognized experts in their areas of interest. The successful candidates will serve a 4-year term beginning May 2017, with potential for reappointment for an additional term.
The Panel is a Working Group of the Office of AIDS Research Advisory Council of the National Institutes of Health. The Panel is composed of over 40 members who are clinicians, researchers, academicians, HHS representatives, and community representatives with expertise in HIV management in the United States. The Panel meets monthly via teleconferencing and annually in a face-to-face meeting to review and critically evaluate emerging scientific data relating to antiretroviral therapy and to revise the Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in HIV-1-Infected Adults and Adolescents. The latest guideline was published on July 14, 2016, and can be found at https://aidsinfo.nih.gov/.
Panel members are not financially compensated for their time commitment.
The nomination should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest or a letter of nomination (from a colleague) with specific reference to how the nominee would contribute to the work of the Panel. Self-nomination is welcome. All supporting documents should be submitted to Alice Pau, Pharm.D. electronically (email@example.com) by no later than February 10, 2017.