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Graduate Certificate of Business (Enterprise Leadership)
- Online
- Semester 1 (February)
- Semester 2 (July)
- Semester 3 (November)
- 4 units
- 0.5 year/s or part-time equivalent
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
Program Information Set
Growing strong enterprises from the coreNo longer can a leader focus solely on their own objectives or team goals, but must now focus on enterprise outcomes to succeed in an ever-changing environment. USQ's Graduate Certificate of Business (Enterprise Leadership) will see you gain practical skills in employee relations, organisation culture and ethical practices. Throughout your studies you will develop a greater understanding of employee engagement, improving business and performance goals, top management dynamics, corporate governance and sustainable performance.
Further study
After completing the Graduate Certificate of Business (Enterprise Leadership), you have the option to take the credit from your studies and go on to complete the Graduate Diploma of Business (Enterprise Leadership) or the Master of Business and Innovation (Enterprise Leadership).
Students must complete any four courses from the Enterprise Leadership specialisation within the Master of Business and Innovation.
How much will it cost?
Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (4 units) in this program are:
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Loan to help you pay your fees
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.
Scholarships and financial assistance
You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.
Entry Requirements
- Completion of an Australian university Bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent.
- A minimum of five years' professional work experience, or equivalent.
Supporting evidence for admission through work experience only
Evidence of work experience is required to demonstrate equivalence to a Bachelor Degree at AQF level 7 through:
- A curriculum vitae or professional LinkedIn profile which provides details of:
- Organisation name
- Position title
- Start and end dates of employment for each position
- Type of employment (full-time, part-time or casual)
- Key duties, responsibilities and achievements for which you must provide evidence to demonstrate how you meet knowledge, skills and application of skills (PDF 38KB) equivalent to a Bachelor Degree and AQF level 7 as follows:
- Names, position titles and contact details of referees (employers or supervisors) who will be able to verify the nature of your work for the period of 5 years. Referees may be contacted by USQ and should be able to provide details on, but not limited to: communication skills, self-directed work and learning, managing people or client accounts, managerial responsibilities for any major projects and/or financial delegation accountabilities.
English Language Requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
Admission pathways
A number of other pathways are also available if you haven't been able to study previously or don't meet the requirements for entry into your program of interest.
How to apply
To apply for this degree:
Closing dates
Applying directly to USQ:
- Semester 1, 2020 - applications close Friday 6 March, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 24 February 2020.
- Semester 2, 2020 - applications close Friday 24 July, with semester 2 commencing on Monday 13 July 2020.
- Semester 3, 2020 - applications close Friday 20 November, with semester 3 commencing on Monday 16 November 2020.


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Zotac announced more details on Zotac's GeForce GTX 1080 Ti ArcticStorm Mini at Computex Technology Show. It holds the 'world's smallest' GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and it is factory overclocked video card featuring 3,584 CUDA cores, 11GB GDDR5X, 352-bit bus, 224 texture units, 28 streaming multiprocessors, 88 ROPs, and a 250 TDP all in a 6.46 x 8.35 inch package. The company advertises a 1,506 MHz base clock and 1,620 MHz boost clock speeds.
The full cover copper water block is compatible with any open-loop water cooling system equipped with standard G1/4 type fittings. The 0.3MM micro-channels milled into the copper base plate can be viewed through the see-through tinted acrylic top. Zotac also includes a pair of hose barbs that support 10mm inner diameter tubing.
The ArcticStorm Mini is also equipped with a solid metal backplate for added structural strength that helps prevent the card from bending and twisting. Zotac has ditched its famous black and yellow color scheme this time around, instead opting for gunmetal grey on the front and back of the card. The company has also added always-on white LED lighting to enhance the look and overall aesthetics of this graphics card.
The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti ArcticStorm Mini features three DisplayPort, one DVI-D and a single HDMI. Anyone with plans to build a powerful, water cooled small form factor HTPC, LAN box, or Steam Machine should make sure this graphics card is on their short list.
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To Tummy Tuck or not to Tummy Tuck- That is a good question!
I am normally asked that question 3-4 times a day while doing liposuction consultations. So where does the line get drawn between liposuction and tummy tuck?
Liposuction is preferred if there is fat in the affected area… skin quality must be good, without sagging or "rolls", and it can serve large or small areas.
Tummy tuck is indicated when the skin quality is poor, stretch marks are present, underlying hernias from the abdominal wall being stretched out too much as a result of weight gain and weight loss or there have been multiple cesarian sections or multiple abdominal surgeries(scars). Tummy tuck is best for large areas of fat and skin tightening since the excess skin is removed, but down time is about a week to 10 days.
Skin tightening occurs with liposuction because there is an inflammatory reaction that occurs below the skin causing it to contract, but this skin tightening is limited to a point.
The best way to find out which technique is right for you is to come in for a consultation with Dr Romita or Dr Macri, where risks and benefits can be assessed and a customized treatment plan can be established specifically for you. call 201-358-2922 or visit www.macrimd.com


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Born in New York and raised in Santiago, Dominican Republic, Arlette Cepeda comes from a matriarchal family. Her work is inspired by her life experiences and is emotionally charged. Although focused on the self, the work presents universal feelings with which the viewer can relate to. In her artwork, Cepeda utilizes a simple vocabulary of symbols that straightforwardly communicates her ideas, characterized by a vivid color pallet and a narrative composition. For Cepeda, creating art is a way of releasing emotions that transform into a palpable object, a depository that allows her to continue life's journey.
As a child, Cepeda studied music and visual arts. After finishing high school, she moved back to New York City to pursue a career in the visual arts. She received a B.A. in Studio Art from Hunter College in 2004. Since then, she has participated in various collective exhibits and won an honorable mention in the XXIII Visual Arts Biennial of the Museum of Modern Art in Santo Domingo, DR.
Cepeda has been a teaching artist for the Brooklyn Arts Council and PS/IS 111, the Administrative Director of CAS/AileyCamp Staten Island and Public Relations Assistant for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Arlette gained much wholesale and retail experience at Petrossian Caviar. In 2011, Cepeda and husband, Homero Herrera, ventured to open a virtual store on Etsy, called Clouds on Feet. There they sell handmade jewelry created by both artists. You can take a look here: www.cloudsonfeet.etsy.com. She currently works at Wagner College, as the Associate Director for the Center for Leadership and Community Engagement.
Arlette Cepeda has three wonderful children and a husband that also happens to be an incredible visual artist. Please take a moment to visit his website at www.hherrerachez.com


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When Mrs Max told me she had a baby growing in her tummy I came over all peculiar.
It was terrifying.
I could barely look after myself, how was I going to help look after a baby?
That was five and a half years ago and I am still terrified.
I am also still unsure as to how well I am doing as a looker afterer.
At the start of this year I decided to start keeping a diary of all the things that me and The Dame did together.
Why is she called The Dame?
Well, because we had a little girl flavoured baby I couldn't call her Morrissey (given recent events that may be a good thing) so I needed to get a name that was connected to Morrissey but that would keep Mrs Max happy. We settled on a very old fashioned, very English and very Morrissey-esque name that was shared by a certain Dame.
When you have a child it is often difficult to remember how much fun it is…there are tantrums, bouts of sickness, homework, falls, bumps, bruises, tiredness and a whole heap of other things that can deflect and distract you from the moments of pure joy. That's why I decided to keep a diary of fun, so that I could sit down and remind myself of all the happiness and delight that being a parent was bringing into my life.
In the first six months of the year The Dame and I have been to the cinema twenty four times. That is about once every week on average. We have seen "My Little Pony", "Coco", "The Greatest Showman", "Early Man", "Duck Duck Goose", "Tad the Explorer", "Sherlock Gnomes", "Show Dogs" and a few others…some of those we have actually seen more than once. "Coco" and "The Greatest Showman" we have seen four times each…including a sing-along showing of "The Greatest Showman" and "Coco" in 3-D. It is the same routine every time we go, Edith gets a Munch Box with sweet popcorn, water and chocolate stars (which she gives to me) and I get a bag of peanut butter popcorn and a Cherry Pepsi Max.
Simple pleasures.
Instant pleasures.
We've been to the National Museum of Scotland, eaten at Civerino's pizzeria, Pizza Express, Pizza Hut (lots of pizza), Five Guys, McDonalds and sundry other eateries, to Dalry swimming pool where very little swimming actually takes place, made a chocolate cake with Aunty Rebecca on a Sunday afternoon, seen an exhibition of childrens illustration at the modern art gallery, attended the pantomime (Cinderella) at the Kings and wondered at the flying carriage, sledged at the local park during the snow days, gone ten pin bowling, played more rounds of golf at the adventure golf place in town than I can count, had an Easter egg hunt, won prizes at the amusement arcade, visited the local park to play football, flung money at the rides at the Links Market in Kirkcaldy, had barbecues with dear friends in the garden and goodness knows what else.
Silly things.
Simple things.
The only things.
Looking back on it all half way through the year I find myself grinning at the good times we have shared together. Hours and hours sat side by side in the dark of the cinema…long cold sessions in the pool…false scores at the adventure golf…being bored in the park while she plays with her friends…all of it worthwhile for the knowledge that she knows her dad loves her.


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We braved the horrible Atlanta traffic (not pictured here) and drove 176 miles to meet some dear friends in the middle between Augusta, GA and Dothan, AL.
Fortunately, what we found in the middle was Newnan: The City of homes, with a quaint old down town. Which city doesn't have homes though? I'm a little confused by their slogan.
To our knowledge, Newnan does not have a decent coffee shop, but we had a great lunch, and spent some time posing in Santa's Sleigh. There are also a lot of antique malls and fairly interesting little boutiques.
This is what happens when I let my husband take pictures:
This building used to be a civil war hospital,
like so many other buildings in the south.
I could have bought the original dress from the movie "Big Momma". I didn't.
Silly selfie on the streets of Newnan.
We enjoyed our stay, but considering the location, I doubt we will ever come again.


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The 2018 Craft Room Challenge has come to end and it's time to showoff the results of 5 weeks of cleaning, organizing, and purging! All I can say is that I really needed this challenge to give me the push I needed to transform my hot mess of a crafting area into a new Tropical Craft Room oasis (watch the video tour at the end)!
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Craft Room Before
If you remember, this is what I started with in week 1…
Before Craft Room Issues:
- Craft items are not grouped together and organized – solved with plastic storage and storage bins.
- Not enough functional storage area (my main issue) – solved by building a peg board, adding paint shelves, and storage cubes.
- Hard to find items in stacked unlabeled containers – solved by labeling my containers.
- Work area is too small – solved by building a large storage desk.
- Storage for large stencils + Silhouette mats – solved by hanging on walls or the side of my bookcases.
- No task lighting -solved by ordering a clip on lamp and changed out bulbs to daylight blubs.
- Decorate – solved by shopping my house, thrift stores, and discount stores.
As you just saw, my craft area was a HUGE craptastic mess! My craft stash had spilled over into my dining area (not shown), my small craft table was buried under too many craft supplies, and I didn't have designated places to store my items.
The Road to the Tropical Craft Room Oasis
Week 1 & 2 – A chaotic mess.
I cleared off my small craft table, but I had no place to put all the items I cleared off. I was basically moving stuff from one area to another. To fix this issue, I knew I needed to build a larger craft table with storage. So, I used an Ikea table top (similar one, but slightly larger) that was sitting in our garage and two cube storage units as the 'legs' for my new larger craft table. Next, I began the tedious task of sorting my craft supplies. I placed larger items into the cube storage bins and smaller items in plastic shoe containers.
Week 3 – Building
I began building my craft supply peg board, did more craft supply purging, hung paint shelves, patched/painted wall holes, and started planning the decorative aspects of my tropical craft room. Again, since my main issue was craft storage, I took advantage of the vertical space in my room. I built a framed peg board to display craft items I use often and added paint shelves to an odd angled wall for my overflowing paint collection.
Week 4 – Decorating
I thought about creating a farmhouse look or a bright colorful craft room, but quickly realized that I really enjoy the look of dark woods and tropical beach vibes (think Hawaiian islands). I guess you can take the girl out of Hawaii, but you can't take Hawaii out of the girl 🙂 This worked out perfectly because my new tropical craft room happens to be open to the rest of the house, which has tropical elements scattered throughout. So, I shopped my own home, thrift stores, home discount stores, and Amazon for the finishing touches.
My inspiration jumping point was this tropical patterned chair cushion ⇑ that I found at Ross Dress for Less. I used the colors in the chair cushion to pick out the curtains, create a fun "weapons of mass creation" printable, and for the overall vibe of the remaining decorations. You can find similar items to create this look below ⇓⇓
I hope you enjoyed the tour of my new tropical craft room! I love my new space and how everything is organized and has its own home. It sure makes crafting so much easier when I can find things!
For more craft room reveals, check out the links below!
Before you see the rest of the crafty spaces, please meet our lovely hosts:
Marie & Aleisha from The Inspiration Vault • Pam from P.S. I Love You Crafts
Yami from The Latina Next Door • Jolene from Create Pray Love
Habiba from Craftify My Love • Lyne from The Paper Addict
Megan from C'Mon Get Crafty • Erlene from My Pinterventures
Shirley from Intelligent Domestications • Valerie from Val Event Gal
Michelle from Our Crafty Mom • Rebecca from The Moments at Home
Now, let's take a look at their craft rooms and spaces!
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So many times we get lost in the ease of using our gadgets to reach out to people. This day and age it is all to easy to shoot off an email, text or a some internet based communication. Well … Continue reading
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Pesbra posted a topic in Aquarium JournalsSo after a couple of years out of the game i decided to dip into corals again. This will be my second attempt at keeping corals. Previously I invested in a 60 gal Cube with quite a nice system. I had to tear it down as I was moving in and out of apartments to often and it got to the point I just could not keep my setup the way I wanted. So I finally moved to an apartment I bought and expect to stay in there for quite a while, which allowed me to plumb my apartment the way I wanted it to handle as large an aquarium as I wanted. There are a lot of things that I still need to do to eventually install a larger aquarium but a nano-reef has always been in my heart. So a couple of weeks ago I brought my equipment from storage and installed what makes sense in a 20 gal Nuvo Fusion from Innovative Marine. I love this little tank and hope to keep here an LPS system. I have learned a lot with my 60 gal setup and I hope this challenge will take me to mature a system that looks like those amazing featured aquariums. They are breathtaking. I have been inspired from the start by Meetrokat ; Medred and more recently by this guys You guys have done something amazing. I hope to achieve your level of success.


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Robert Florey (1900–1979)
Robert Florey became infatuated with Hollywood while in his teens. By the time he set off for America in the early 1920s he had written articles on film for Cinemagazine, La Cinematographie Francaise and Le Technicien du Film, acted and directed one-reel shorts in Switzerland and worked as an assistant for Louis Feuillade at his studio in Nice. ... See full bio »
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Although kitchen is the most functional place of the house and most important aspect when arranging and designing it is comfort and possibility to work easy, it still must be aesthetic as people spend so much time there. It is lot easier to work at place where you want to be, so you must think of beautiful, interesting design for your kitchen. Here are some kitchen design trends that you can use in your kitchen.
One of the most common trends is white color. It is the most popular color for kitchen design right now. Almost everything comes in white – walls ceiling, tiles, floor, furniture, appliances etc. It really creates clean aesthetic looks. However, white color surfaces gets dirty soon, no matter how much you try to care of them and clean them. If you want to integrate this trend in your kitchen at least make sure the surfaces are easy to clean. Better choice would be mix the white color with some other, for example, gray, to make sure you doesn't have to do the spring cleaning every day.
Hidden appliances now are used almost in any modern kitchen. Appliances make kitchen cold and industrial. With traditional white appliances kitchen reminds some factory, not a cozy room of the house, that is why now all appliances must be hidden. They are mounted into niches and covered with wooden or other material surface to integrate them into the rest of interior. If you are spending a lot of time in the kitchen this is a good way how to make this time more comfortable.
Natural materials is a trend for any room of the house and kitchen is no exception. Most popular way how natural materials are integrated into a kitchen design is by using wooden surfaces. Wood is used as a surface not only for table, but for every piece of furniture and also some of the appliances. What is interesting, these wood surfaces are made from rough dark wood, not clean, smooth, varnished wood to make completely natural look. This is not only aesthetic, but functional as well, because you can use any surface as a table.
Really great is that also functional design now is considered as trend. It gets as all kind of place economy for example, installing toe-kick drawer under the lower cabinets, adding containers or extra drawers above the upper cabinets or installing pullout shelves. From designer point of view it is convenient, because you can hide all the tools and make your kitchen beautiful and perfect when not working there, but for owner it is a chance to cook a lot easier.
And the last trend is colorful appliances. Although many designers still use the traditional light colors in design to match with rest of the interior or hide them as it was mentioned before, now bright appliances and sinks are very actual as well. They can be integrated into white interior and in traditional pastel color interior as well. It creates very interesting look and can brighten up the kitchen.


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Made by Hiromasa Yonebayashi, a former Studio Ghibli
A new trailer for the upcoming movie based on Mary Stewart´s Book " The Little Broomstick"has been uploaded, enjoy:
The Movie will premier this July 8 in Japan, a release on Australia, New Zealand and the UK is also planned .
My Aime List describes the story as follows:
"It is Tib the black cat who leads Mary to the strange flower in the woods. When she discovers a little broomstick shortly afterwards, she is astonished to feel it jump into action. Before she can gather her wits, it is whisking her over the treetops, above the clouds, and into the grounds of Endor College, where: "All Examinations Coached for by A Competent Staff of Fully-Qualified Witches." Here she discovers evidence of a terrible experiment in transformation—deformed and mutant animals imprisoned in cages. In the moment after her broomstick takes off, she realizes that Tib has been captured. Returning to the College the following day, she manages to free the animals, but not before the Head of the college, Miss Mumblechook, and her colleague, Doctor Dee, have seen her. Mary manages to flee ...but the evil pair are in hot pursuit! "
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Allentown City Playground Program
Ages: 7 - 14+
Cost: Free - register at any participating park
Parking: No
Troughout the summer, children actively participate in basketball, ag football, tennis, bowling, kickball, soccer, softball, swimming, wi eball, arts and crafts, and environmental education, all of which are supervised by playground instructors. Children also have the opportunity to participate in an end of the year eld trip to Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom and participate in the 104th Annual Romper Day Celebration at J. Birney Crum Stadium on Monday, August 7 at 7:00pm.
*Alliance Hall
Andre Reed (Irving) Park Bucky Boyle Park Franklin Playground Hiram-Dodd School Ithaca Playground
Jordan Park
Keck Park
Midway Manor School Muhlenberg School Percy Ruhe Park
Ritter School
Roosevelt Park
Salvation Army
Stevens Park
Trout Creek West Park Union Terrace
Valania Park
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JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) is opposed to the government selling a stake in struggling state-run arms firm Denel and will fight attempts to force through salary cuts, the union said on Wednesday.
Denel, which makes weapons, missiles and armoured vehicles for the South African armed forces and clients in Africa, the Gulf and Europe, is battling to stay afloat after reporting a 1.7 billion rand ($121 million) loss.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has made shoring up ailing state firms a priority and said last week that Denel was "ripe" for joint venture partnerships after Saudi Arabia offered to take a stake in the weapons manufacturer.
Unions are an important support base for the ruling African National Congress (ANC), so Ramaphosa must tread carefully before next year's parliamentary election.
"When you bring in an equity partner, there is always a likelihood that there will be jobs lost, so we as NUMSA are opposed to any form of privatisation," said NUMSA regional secretary Jerry Morulane.
"We also reject salary cuts for ordinary workers at Denel. They should find other ways to guarantee the future of the company," Morulane added.
NUMSA and another union, Solidarity, account for roughly half of Denel's workforce of 4,000 people.
Earlier this week Solidarity rejected a proposal to cut Denel salaries by around 20 percent from the end of November but said it thought selling an equity stake was the only way to save the company.
Denel is one of a handful of South African state firms that became embroiled in corruption scandals involving the Guptas, a trio of brothers with close ties to scandal-plagued former president Jacob Zuma.
Zuma and the Guptas deny wrongdoing. Their relationship is part of the focus of a graft inquiry backed by Ramaphosa.
($1 = 13.9935 rand)
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Mobile phones, digital cameras, tablets, headphones, battery-operated toys – were all high on wish lists this past Christmas.
As a large proportion of those shiny, new gadgets will be replacing yesterday's models, the question facing their owners is what to do with the old ones?
Local residents have opportunity to declutter their homes of broken or unwanted small electrical items such as alarm clocks, toys, kettles and hair dryers.
In February, Willesden Library will be hosting electrical recycling events, where residents can drop by and get rid of any unwanted electronic items, in a safe and environmentally friendly way on the following dates
- 6 February – 12 February
- 13 February – 19 February
By recycling their unwanted items the owners are helping to protect the environment as fewer raw materials need to be mined for use in the manufacture of new products.


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text: Posted on January 14, 2013June 2, 2016 by jujufilms — 4 CommentsPersonal Electric Holding Company NEPA, a photo by Jujufilms on Flickr. NEPA National Electric Power Authority (NEPA) serving Nigeria since 1898. #JujuFilms 9.0666677.483333Share this:TwitterFacebookTumblrLinkedInPrintPinterestWhatsAppEmailRedditTelegramPocketSkypeLike this:Like Loading... Post navigationPrevious post: Hausa-Fulani Girls, Enugu State, Nigeria. #JujuFilmsNext post: Lagos Carnival 4 thoughts on "Personal Electric Holding Company" jujufilms September 25, 2013 Reblogged this on Juju Films. Loading... Reply 9jagirl September 25, 2013 It's sad my country looks like this.. Loading... Reply NEPA | Juju Films January 21, 2015 […] Nigerians buy the transformers, electric wires and poles used in transmitting electricity from NEPA, they also bribe/pay NEPA employees for installation so how can the Nigerian […] Loading... Reply National Electric Power Authority | Juju Films January 21, 2015 […] National Electric Power Authority (NEPA) serving Lagos, Nigeria since 1898. […] Loading... Reply Leave a Reply to NEPA | Juju Films Cancel reply


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End of Day Odds & Ends: Aerialist Injured, Dead Resurrected, Busey Disrespected, Ninjas Dissected
As we close in on Miller Time around these parts, here's a round up of a few of the day's top stories that for one reason or another your humble editors considered–but ultimately rejected–for individual posts today.
Aerialist Injured at Beverly Center
Our condolences to the injured aerialist. (Watch for my new band, coincidentally, also called Injured Aerialists. We kind of sound like late-early Radiohead.) Let us join in the chorus–the Hunky Santa and the Candy Cane Girls show must go on! And, apparently, it will, this Friday.
Grindhouse Re-Release of 'Evil Dead' Coming to Nuart in March
Never really got the allure of grindhouse (or Bruce Campbell for that matter), but we guess this might be a big deal to those that are into it.
Busey Named 'Unsexiest Star in Hollywood'
Losanjealous LLC and its affiliates and partners certainly does not corroborate the message of this award, nor does wish to upset Mr. Busey and have him come looking for us.
An Open Letter To The Producers of Ninja Assassin
A compelling argument, but we would ask if you really mean this:
I want you to go back and make a better ninja film.
Please–be careful what you ask for.


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The brig D. A. Small is tied up to Dyer's Wharf in a view of ca. 1899 encompassing an area about one-half block east and west of Winthrop Street. Coming to the United States in 1854, Joseph Manta followed the sea until 1876, when he started a grocery store nearly west of the wharf bearing his name, which he purchased in 1882. Manta soon became extensively involved in the wholesale fishing business, acting as agent for several large schooners engaged in the fresh fish business. He was also listed in Provincetown's 1886 directory as a "fish maker," meaning he prepared dried salt cod. Neither his wharf nor Dyer's still exist, but the large white building across the street from the Centenary Methodist Church is still run as Dyer's Hardware Store.
This was from the book Old Provincetown in Early Photographs by Irma Ruckstuhl, 1987.
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Image courtesy of West Vliet Street Business Association.
There will be holiday-themed open houses, crafts and activities at establishments on Vliet Street between 43rd and 60th Streets and North Avenue between 49th and 52nd Streets.
"West Vliet Street, a 1.5-mile business corridor, offers something for every taste, age and style – a children's bookstore, galleries that offer locally produced art at affordable prices, great dining options, a fair trade shop, custom clothing shops, floral and gift shops, and a resale shop," says Heidi Steno, president of the West Vliet Street Business Association.
Since 1998, a critical mass of volunteers and business owners set out to re-brand Vliet Street as an up-and-coming art district. With passionate business owners and a dense surrounding residential area, the momentum keeps growing.
Santa will also be making an appearance on Saturday and will pose for pictures at four different locations: 10:30-11a.m. Four Corners of the World Fair Trade (5401 W. Vliet); 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Art & Soul Gallery (5706-08 W. Vliet); 1-1:30 p.m. The Salvaged Studio & Gallery (1409 N. 54th); 2-3 p.m. McBob's Pub & Grill (4919 W. North Ave.).
Other participating businesses include: Barcelona Artful Living (5827 W. Vliet); Hayat Pharmacy (5928 W. Vliet); Himalayan Yoga Meditation Center (5000 W Vliet St); James Steeno Gallery (5700 W. Vliet); NEWD Clothing Company (5425 W. Vliet); Nomad Art Gallery (1407 N. 54th St.); Roots Underground Outfitters (5328 W Vliet).
And since shopping makes you hungry, I'd suggest stopping at two of my favorite restaurants – Café Perrin (5901 W Vliet St.) and Meritage (5921 W. Vliet), both featuring seasonal menus using locally-grown ingredients.
In the true holiday spirit, participating businesses will be accepting donations of new socks, mittens and hats for kids attending programs at the Urban Ecology Center at Washington Park. If you can't make it to the event this weekend, donations will be accepted through Dec. 1.
Check out the Westside Holiday Happenings website for more information, an event map and more.
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St Leonard's Court Earns Top Marks in Care Press
Thursday, April 10th, 2014
on behalf of Blackwood
Blackwood's St Leonard's Court received top marks in its Care Inspectorate Report and top coverage in Care Industry News Online.
The Ayrshire housing support service earned high marks for both quality of care and support and quality, being awarded grades of five for both.
Adding to the excellent scores, the quality of management at St Leonard's Court was rated a grade four, classed as "good".
The care inspectorate grades the most important aspects of care on a scale on 1-6 and Care Industry News Online were quick to notice the extremely positive feedback for Blackwood.
As a top publication in the care press, Care Industry News covers news for all types of UK adult care and is aimed at the key decision makers within the independent sector. Gaining coverage online cements Blackwood's place among the top housing and care specialists in Scotland. The full article can be read by visiting their website here.
For the full story, the original press release can be read here.
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In every Say Yes community, responsibility for sustaining the partnership largely shifts to local control after a specified period of time. In Syracuse, this process began in earnest in 2015, and it is the local community partners that have assumed responsibility for sustaining the scholarship endowment, and for continuing to provide essential, comprehensive supports to students and their families. A community's long-term affiliation with Say Yes, including its access to the private colleges and universities in the Say Yes Higher Education Compact, is contingent upon its commitment to maintain those support services, which are intended to remove predictable barriers to success.
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It is time for the Secret Recipe Club reveal for this month. If you are not familiar with the secret recipe club it is a group where you are assigned a blog every month and you get to explore that blog, choose a recipe, make it and blog about it on reveal day. It is a great way to find new blogs and try recipes.
This month I was assigned Lisa's blog sweet as sugar cookies and as the name implies, Lisa has an amazing collection of sweet treats. I had bookmarked her double cinnamon sherbet and her spiced oatmeal shortbread but I ended up choosing her spicy peanut butter meatballs because my kids love meatballs and peanut butter so this sounded like a win win recipe.
The recipe was a huge hit with the kids, even my husband who is not very fond of chinese recipes went back for…
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|With Autumn now officially upon us it is likely that if you haven't already, you'll soon be digging out those cosy knits and coats ready for the season ahead.
Is it time to embrace some bold new hues? The new season offers a great opportunity to try some new shades from your colour palette. Many of us will gravitate towards the same few colours time and again, but as you prepare your wardrobe for Autumn, take the time to have another look at your swatch wallet and experiment with some new colours.
This season, RED is THE colour to be seen in, but there are also lots of GREENS and BLUES to choose from too. Whichever colour, or colours, you choose to embrace, there will be a shade to suit YOU, whatever colour category you fall into.
Both your colour category and your style personality will play a big part in which of this season's hottest colours you choose to wear. RED is a colour which signifies passion, energy and power, so those with DRAMATIC and CREATIVE style personalities may find yourselves drawn to this shade worn quite dominantly as part of your look. A red dress, shoes or bag are all great ways to stand out! Those who fall into the CITY CHIC category may simply opt for a subtle red manicure or lipstick as a nod to the trend.
Those with a NATURAL or CLASSIC style personality will most probably want to opt for slightly subtler shades this season. With an array of greens on offer, it could be that you decide to try adding this as a new colour to your wardrobe. From Apple Green through to Sage, there are a variety of greens to choose from depending on what your dominant colour category is. Those of you who fall into the SOFT colour category will look great in knitwear in greens that are a medium-depth. Try an Olive jacket or even a hat to give you the perfect protection from Autumn showers.
With the shops now full of fresh new Autumn/Winter stock there is no better time to assess what you have and invest ONLY in the pieces that suit your colouring, body shape and style personality.
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All of the pieces below come from part of a clay pipe, what they used to use to smoke tobacco. They would break off bits at a time while they smoked, which is why there are a lot of pipe stems laying around. It's similar to a cigarette butt.
A close-up of a stem with interesting etchings, from the above collection.
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R is an open source software programming language and a software environment for statistical computing and graphics. If Tableau Desktop (version 8.1 and later) has a connection to an Rserve server, which is a server that allows applications to access R functionality, you can use a set of four functions to pass R expressions to an Rserve server and obtain a result. Similarly, if you upload a workbook that contains R functionality to Tableau Server, then Tableau Server must have a connection to an Rserve server. See R Connection, in the Tableau Desktop help, for details. R is not supported for Tableau Online or Tableau Reader.
This post describes how to install, run, and configure Rserve. It also discusses Optimizing R Scripts and R Security.
To install Rserve
Go to http://cran.r-project.org/bin/windows/base/, and download the current version of R for Windows.
Run the downloaded executable to install the R package.
Open an R console window—for example, by choosing R > Rx64 3.0.2 from the Start menu.
Version numbers are subject to change.
In the R console, type:
When prompted to select a CRAN mirror, select a location near you.
Note the location to which the package has been downloaded.
Unzip the Rserve package ("Extract all files.")
Add the directory containing R.dll to your path environment variable. For example,
C:\Program Files\R\R-3.0.2\bin\x64.
To run Rserve
Enter a series of commands like the following:
setwd("C:/Program Files/R/R-3.0.2/bin/x64")
setwd command sets the working directory for the R, so that Rserve knows where to look for the .cfg file and the authentication file.
When you run Rserve from the R Console, it remains resident in memory, and is able to serve requests from Tableau workbooks even if you close the R Console. You can use Windows Task Manager to verify that Rserve is running.
Alternatively, you can run Rserve directly from Windows, without using the R Console, by executing Rserve.exe.
After you do so, you see a message in a command prompt window that reads:
Rserve: Ok, ready to answer queries.
When you close the command prompt window, Rserve terminates as well.
Running Rserve automatically
To start Rserve automatically every time you start Windows, copy Rserve.exe to the Startup folder in Windows.
If you would like to suppress the command prompt window that otherwise appears when you run Rserve.exe from Windows, create a shortcut in your Startup folder like the following.
C:\Windows\System32\wscript.exe C:\Program Files\R\R-3.0.1\bin\x64\invis.vbs "C:\Program Files\R\R-3.0.1\bin\x64\Rserve.exe" %*
In this shortcut:
wscript.exe is the Windows script host
invis.vbs is a file you'll need to create containing the following Windows Shell script that will start Rserve with a hidden window:
Set WshShell = WScript.CreateObject("WScript.Shell")
WshShell.Run """" & WScript.Arguments(0) & """" & sargs, 0, False
Running Rserve in debug mode
Rserve has a debug mode which you can start by running Rserve_d.exe instead of Rserve.exe in Windows or by typing
Rserve(TRUE) in the R Console instead of
Debug mode writes all the traffic between Tableau and R (scripts, data, error messages). Traffic between Tableau and Rserve is not captured in Tableau logs.
Advanced Rserve configuration options
If you create a file named Rserv.cfg you can use it to customize Rserve. For detailed information on Rserv.cfg, see http://www.rforge.net/Rserve/doc.html#conf.
If you are running Rserve from the R console, the Rserv.cfg config file must be in the current working directory—that is, the same directory as R.dll. This is the working directory you specified earlier with the setwd command. Use getwd to verify the current working directory.
If you are running Rserve.exe from the command line, the Rserv.cfg file must be in the same directory as Rserve.exe:
<drive>:\<installation_path>\R\R-<version_number>\library\Rserve\libs\i386 or \x64
The sections below discuss some of the options available with Rserv.cfg.
Using a remote Rserve with password protection
You can connect to an Rserve process on a remote computer if you install Rserve on the remote computer as per the preceding instructions, and then add the following lines to the Rserv.cfg file on the remote computer:
remote enable
plaintext enable
If you are using a remote Rserve, consider configuring it to require a password. However, only plain text authentication is supported. In this case, instead of the preceding, add lines like the following to your Rserv.cfg file:
pwdfile C:/Program Files/R/R-3.0.1/bin/x64/RserveAuth.txt
remote enable
auth required
plaintext enable
The pwdfile should be in the format
myusername mypasswd
Running R expressions from Rserv.cfg
You can use your Rserv.cfg file to preload packages that you would otherwise have to load from your scripts. To do this, add the keyword
eval to your configuration file and follow it with an expression.
For example, to load the mvoutlier library and create an object x and set its value to 10, add a line like the following.
eval library("mvoutier"); x = 10;
Alternatively, you could put your R code in a text file and then call it from Rserv.cfg, using the keyword
source C:/MyFolder/sample.R
Rserve for multiple users
If more than one user will be using an instance of Rserve, consider running Rserve on a Linux computer. In Windows, sessions are shared and one user can interfere with another. For example if two users are running R scripts and they both define a variable X in R, when one user updates the variable it will overwrite the value for the other user. This is not an issue when Rserve runs on Linux.
Every calculation in Linux has its own session, which means that variables in the same workbook will not be shared when Rserve is running on Linux.
For details on installing and configuring Rserve on Linux, see http://www.rforge.net/Rserve/doc.html#conf.
Optimizing R scripts
SCRIPT_ functions in Tableau are table calculations functions, so addressing and partitioning concepts apply. Tableau makes one call to Rserve per partition. Because connecting to Rserve involves some overhead, try to pass values as vectors rather than as individual values whenever possible. For example if you set addressing to Cell (that is, Set Calculate the difference along in the Table Calculation dialog box to Cell), Tableau will make a separate call per row to Rserve; depending on the size of the data, this can result in a very large number of individual Rserve calls. If you instead use a column that identifies each row that you would use in level of detail, you could "compute along" that column so that Tableau could pass those values in a single call.
R security
The following security issues should be kept in mind as you use R and Tableau together:
The data channel between Tableau and R is not encrypted by default. As of Tableau version 2018.3, connections between Tableau Desktop and in 2019.1 Tableau Server can be encrypted using SSL/TLS certificates.
Rserve server does not use authentication by default. It does support plaintext authentication (see "Using a remote Rserve service with password protection," above) which, if enabled, uses a very simple mechanism that uses an unencrypted password list stored in a file.
R functions can contain code which can harm security on the server where the Rserve is running. For example:
Access file system (read/write)
Install new add-on/R packages which can contain binary code (for example, written in C)
Execute operating system commands
Open network connections and download files or open connections to other servers


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Now this goes under the "future jobs for me" heading in the filing cabinet… "Lead Web Operations Engineer" for Knight Ridder Digital.
Personally, I'd rather be in the newsroom, but this probably wouldn't be that bad. Then again, this looks like a lot of advertising work, so maybe not for me.
But there must be Advertising majors with Web experience who would be chomping at the bit for this sort of gig…right?


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At last, having run out of the things for over 2 months, we have another couple of batches of belfast sinks in stock. Some are the type with tap holes at the back and some are the more traditional tubs. Various different sizes.
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Honesty about finances can ensure a more secure bond.
To avoid devastating surprises down the line; every couples needs to have candid conversations about their financial standing before two become one. Abby Ellin talks to the experts for advice on navigating these awkward topics--and cautions on the dangers of not talking about money before marriage.
Here's the thing about money: we're barraged with messages about it.
For many, it's forefront in our minds. But few, if any of us, actually discuss it, even with our closest friends. Think about it.
You can probably recite, in exquisite detail, the minutiae of your best friend's last fling; you can most likely wax poetic on her chocolate obsession (not to mention her waxing obsession!).
But do you know how much she earns? Or how much she pays in rent? Or whether there's a sizable inheritance with her name on it?
Probably not. And if statistics tell the truth, it's probably no different with your partner. Think back to when your relationship began.
Chances are, you explored your feelings about children, debated the benefits of the suburbs versus the city, and figured out whether your sleeping habits jive with his.
But did you ask if he has a 401K or a big portfolio? (Or any portfolio, for that matter?) Does he think children should pay for their own education, or does he believe parents should help out? In short, are you financially compatible?
"There are a whole bunch of other things to worry about in a marriage, and you don't want money to be one of them," says Lynette Khalfani, author of The Money Coach's Guide to Your First Million. "You really want to avoid the morning after surprise: 'I had no idea you owed $35,000 worth of credit card bills!' Or, 'I knew you went to Stanford, but I had no clue you had $75,000 in loans!' It's good to know if you want the same things, or if you like the same colors—but what about your thoughts on saving and spending and investing?"
Khalfani and other experts maintain that the best way to determine if you're fiscally in sync is to—gasp!—sit right down and ask questions.
Of course, in a culture that's more comfortable discussing egg freezing than nest eggs, that's much easier said than done. But look at it this way: though talking about finances can take some of the romance out of a relationship, divorce is even worse.
Dewar MacLeod and Deirdre Day-MacLeod, for example, have completely different takes on money. Dewar, a 45-year-old history professor and documentary filmmaker, was brought up in Beverly Hills, CA; Deidre, a 46-year-old writer, grew up in a less ritzy home in Rochester, NY.
The couple has been married for 16 years and has two children. But they never talked about finances before they got married, and their opposing attitudes have taken a toll on the relationship.
"He has the tastes of a rich boy no matter how little we have," Deirdre says. "I don't trust him to spend wisely, and he thinks I'm shortsighted. Dewar never used to pay anything on time. A while back, we declared bankruptcy, after years of having him at the helm. Now I'm in charge, and I don't even tell him how much we have."
In an ideal world, Khalfani says, the couple would have discussed the important financial questions before they married, so they wouldn't have been blindsided after the fact.
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Versace Creates Year of the Dragon Jewel Limited Edition Line of Handbags
The luxury brands and fashion houses have realized the importance of the Asian markets which has been growing consistently and have matured as luxury markets. The brands have increased their focus on the region and have been creating collections targeting the markets in the region.
Italian fashion house Versace is in the forefront of this trend and has unveiled its Year of the Dragon Jewel Limited Edition line of handbags which have been created exclusively for Asia. This year is being celebrated as the year of the dragon in China and the luxurious bags in the collection have 'Year of the Dragon 2012' engraved on each one of them.
Dragons feature prominently on the bags in the collection. Each bag in the collection seems to be more luxurious that the other. The bags feature golden dragons on a black background with matte gold accents. Precious stones have been studded on the bags and help enhance their looks and value. The tags on the bags carry their individual limited edition number. The demand for luxury and exclusivity has increased rapidly in China and other markets in the region prompting the marketers of luxury to create limited edition designs.
The handbag with the exclusive design is priced at $5,017.
The bags from the collection are being distributed only in the Asia Pacific region. Versace has planned a production run of only 210 pieces for the entire market. They have also created an ultra luxurious handbag crafted out of Chinese Red Python skin. It is again an exclusive creation which is limited to only 60 pieces worldwide. The dragon range of handbags is sure to receive a positive response from the Chinese market as the dragon is deeply entrenched in Chinese tradition as a symbol of power and good fortune. The dragon is sure to inspire designers this year.


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From the: Biographical and Historical Record of Greene and Carroll Counties,
Iowa. Chicago: The Lewis Publishing Company (1887).
The following firms are in business at Coon Rapids in December, 1886:
J.H. Adams, Merrill Hotel
W.H. Asher & Co., general store
J. Bates & Co., drugs
Beed Brothers, elevator
E.J. Bradley, lumber
A. Brutsche, general store
C.L. Cady, barber
John Cooney, bank
Cumpston & Co., drugs
L.A. Cushman, barber
Dale & George, elevator
I.L. Dermond & Bro., grocery
B.F. Erb, drugs
George Foreman, mill
H.Frisbie, livery
E. & W. Garst, general store
A.M. Graham, meat market
A.R. Hatfield, general store
S.D. Henry, publisher of the Enterpise
L. Hoffman, tailor
Holliday & Harris, insurance
O.D. Houghton, butcher
S.E. Huse, lumber
M.H. Ish, grocery
W.J. Jackley, billiard hall
Jones Bros., hardware
F.C. Jones, post office
W. Law, blacksmith
J.H. Louthan, harness shop
William McNabb, meat market
H.L. Miller & Co., bank
C.E. Morris, grocery
Mrs. J.D. Parrott, millinery
L.L. Peck, bakery and billiard hall
E.A. Rogers, photographer
Scott & Son, blacksmiths
Steele &Johnson, furniture
A.R. Taylor, hardware
O.C. Triplett, restaurant
J.E. Tucker, jeweler
Henry Wallace, blacksmith
J.F. Yetter, harness
G.W. Zollinger, confectionery
I post this list for future reference. At least one (and possibly two) of these business owners is a relative of mine. This is one approach I want to take in this "My Hometown on Monday" series. I will want to report about their families and relationship to me. [ I've had this information a long time, but it has not been a priority to examine it carefully] Other of these business owners have descendants who continue(d) to play key role(s) in the community. We will do some reporting on them, as well.
When I post future details, related to these businesses, I will come back here and link these businesses those stories.
Second, I do have lists of town businesses in later years. I'll be interested to match them up and compare continuity and differences. This will also provide specific research agendas. We'll see how that goes. It should be fun. Stop back and see where this takes us.
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It isn't surprising that writers frequently draw on themselves and their friends when they create characters. Keeping that in mind, I guess it isn't surprising than that so many characters, especially secondary characters like parents, are writers. But it does make me wonder when editors are going to start bouncing back writer characters as too common.
When you develop a character, brainstorm some of the things that you can do or have done. Remember, leave writing off the list. My own list of accomplishments would look something like this:
Jobs I've Held:
Candy striper
Archaeological Illustrator
Research Assistant
Asst Scout leader
Dye cloth
Use a bead loom
Free bead
Paint/houses and pictures
Bake a chicken in an earthen pit
Make bread from scratch
Cook down a pumpkin
Make butter
Re-assemble a pump (as in pump and cistern)
Do laundry using a wash board and water pumped from a cistern, heated in my great-grandmother's kettle
Refinish furniture
Wire a house
Build furniture kits
Assist in digging a dry well
Make a pot from raw natural clay
Create a map from raw data
Assist in building a television from a kit — tube type obviously
Assist in installing a new car engine
Repack barrel bearings
Respool a fishing reel
This is definitely a more diverse list than my current primary job — writer. Why not create a similiar list and use it the next time you develop a character? You might also include things that your mother, father or grandparents could do. That said, I'd have to do some serious research to make some of those skills available to my characters. My mother was a top notch seamstress whereas I can sew on a button. My grandfather was an army mechanic. My father helped develop the ceramic tiles for the Space Shuttle.


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Atul Jose, the Editor of F1GMAT interviewed Brandon Kirby, Director of MBA Marketing and Admissions at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University to learn about the RSM Full-time MBA Curriculum and the experiential learning opportunities the course offers.
In the first part of the interview, Brandon shares the biggest misconception about RSM, and how Netherlands' position as a leader in Sustainability has helped the school integrate Business with Sustainability throughout the curriculum.
What is the biggest misconception about The Rotterdam International MBA program?
I joke with candidates that RSM is the top ten ranked European business school you have not heard of. The Dutch are very humble in that regard.
One of the biggest misconceptions would be that most of our students are Dutch or that you need to speak Dutch to settle/work in the Netherlands. Both are untrue.
Our class is over 95% international every year – a fact that is surprising to many people. Because of this, the classroom environment is extremely diverse and a key part of the candidate's MBA experience. This also means that we have a high rating in international mobility.
How is the curriculum structured to help MBA candidates build the foundational knowledge in Management?
We've designed the first two terms to provide the foundational principles of management – the building blocks that every manager needs to understand in order to be successful in today's business environment.
In Term 1, we focus on the theory of management, which we accomplish through a carefully created mix of case studies, simulations, and in-group projects. The term is very intense and covers a broad spectrum of topics including Financial Management, Management Science, and Business of Sustainability.
During Term 2, we build on the principles introduced earlier in the program. The courses in the term are also more discipline-focused with traditional courses such as Accounting, Marketing Management, and Operations. In addition, candidates also take classes in Human Resource Management designed to improve their leadership skills.
Throughout the program, all students take courses from our Personal Leadership Development (PLD) track, which provides the opportunity for self-reflection and becoming a better leader. Personal and group coaching sessions, simulations, and reflection essays are other important parts of the program that help students to learn more about themselves. For most of our students, PLD becomes one of the most memorable aspects of the program.
RSM MBA had focused on Sustainability long before it was fashionable. Can you explain what it means for an MBA candidate?
The Dutch have been leaders in the area of sustainability for many years while also being recognized for their approach to responsible resource management. Our programs were developed by aligning traditional Dutch values with the course content.
By putting a lot of thought on how sustainability would be presented to students, we not only teach students to balance the triple bottom line, but also show how to lead teams and organizations in a sustainable way. Our courses are wide-ranging but include looking at the circular economy and sustainable supply chain, as well as our Personal Leadership Development (PLD) track.
We've found that students appreciate our marriage of business and sustainability, which is why we have integrated the concepts throughout the program.
Given the 12-month duration of the program, is there any scope for specialization?
We have carefully created a curriculum that allows general business knowledge and specialization opportunities to coexist within the program. For example, in Term three candidates must select from one of the five Advanced Course tracks to focus their learnings. These courses layer over the general knowledge gained from the first part of the program. For students who are looking to change function or industry, the advanced courses are ideal.
In addition to the more traditional areas of marketing, strategy, and corporate finance, we also offer sustainability and supply chain management as areas of focus.
In Term Four, students have the opportunity to specialize further by selecting four electives from a list of nearly forty different courses. This approach allows candidates to specialize in a particular area or discipline or take a broad spectrum of topics. Each year we review the mix of electives, adding and removing it as determined by market trends and student interests. It's a great way for us to keep the program fresh and up-to-date.
What are the various experiential learning opportunities for RSM MBA students?
Our students have many opportunities for experiential learning while at RSM. Probably more than I can list here. However, the Living Management Consulting Project, which occurs in term three, is a standout experience in the program.
During the project, groups of students work together with companies on the real-life business challenge, while applying what they have learned during the previous two terms. The project simulates working on a complex, multi-disciplinary issue, but in a learning environment. The groups work together to address the challenge and present their findings to the company with which they are paired.
Students are required to take a study trip to one of the seven destinations with a theme assigned for each trip.
For example, Costa Rica focuses on sustainability, while Lisbon on Entrepreneurism. This experience is a great way to see how business is conducted in another country, as well as focus on a functional area. Since each trip also includes EMBA students, full-time students experience a broader perspective and get the chance to network with an experienced cohort.
These are two of the many experiential learning examples at RSM.
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F1GMAT's Comprehensive MBA Research Guide will teach you how to select MBA programs through a bottom-up approach.
Articulating your Post-MBA Goals and Career Path is the FIRST step. Which program will give you that hike in Salary, Switch in Career, Change in Location or Job Satisfaction?
We cover them all through our extensive analysis.
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The Baltimore Orioles may be a little late to the party, but it looks like they got their man. Nearly six weeks after they dismissed general manager Dan Duquette, the Houston Chronicle is reporting that the Orioles will name Mike Elias, assistant GM for the Houston Astros, as their team's new GM.
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Elias has been with the Astros since the beginning of their transformation. He worked with Astros GM Jeff Luhnow when they both were with the St. Louis Cardinals, and when Luhnow went to the Astros at the end of 2011, he took Elias with him. Elias worked as a scout for the Cardinals, then became the Astros' scouting director. In 2016, Elias was promoted to assistant GM, and he oversaw the team's entire player development and minor league systems.
Elias will need to marshal all his skills in his new position with the Orioles. He'll be heading up a team that lost a shocking 115 games this past season. Their farm system has been consistently ranked in the lower third of all teams, and they're notorious for their disinterest in signing international prospects.Plus, their analytics department is one of the smaller in baseball. The team needs a full rebuild, both on the field and behind the scenes. But considering Elias' experience with the Astros, he looks like the perfect guy for the job.
Elias is the latest in a series of Astros departures
Elias is the latest Astros employee to leave the organization this offseason. Mike Fast, director of research and development, left the team at the end of October when his contract expired, and told the team he wouldn't seek a renewal. Fast had been with the Astros for seven seasons. Sig Mejdal, who was in charge of the Astros' analytics team, also let his contract expire in October. Mejdal followed GM Jeff Luhnow from the Cardinals to the Astros in 2012, and essentially built the team's analytics department from the ground up. Ryan Hallahan, known as the Astros' senior technical architect, also reportedly left the organization.
Fast, Mejdal, and Hallahan were among the first people to staff what would become known as one of the most successful and forward thinking analytics departments in baseball. They also helped build the Astros' homemade internal database Ground Control, which keeps track of every single piece of information they need to make baseball decisions, like player info, contract details, injury details, stats, and more. Their impact on the team, especially in the early days of the rebuild, is enormous.
It's not unusual for a successful team to have their staff raided by teams looking to upgrade. But losing four people who were so instrumental in setting the Astros up for success has to be a blow. And on top of that, Fast and Mejdal didn't leave for other jobs. They let their contracts with the Astros expire and took new jobs after a few weeks. (Mejdal is reportedly joining Elias in the Orioles front office.)
The Astros aren't in trouble — far from it. They have a strong, talented team on the field, managed to success by A.J. Hinch. But with so many executives jumping ship, things may not be as rosy as they appear.
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New Jersey has many school options for public speaking. This article identifies individual courses offered by some of the largest schools in the state. Classes range from beginning to advanced levels. Students will spend a good amount of time preparing pieces they will then present to the class at large, providing many opportunities to speak in front of group.
Here are ten of the largest schools within the state that offer one or more classes on public speaking.
Brookdale Community College
Brookdale Community College in Lincroft is a 2-year school with more than 14,000 undergraduate students enrolled. The Speech Department offers a public speaking course focused on oral communication in academic, business and other professional settings. Through research students will develop their skills for persuasive and demonstrative speeches.
Essex County College
Essex County College is a 2-year institution located in Newark. The English Department offers an Effective Speech course, which covers the basic elements of public speaking, and a Voice and Diction course for students who wish to improve control of their speaking voices.
Kean University
Union's Kean University is a 4-year public institution serving more than 14,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Department of Communication offers a variety of classes to help improve public speaking skills. The public speaking class focuses on analysis, planning and delivery of messages. The speech communication as critical citizenship course helps students understand public speaking through practice. The class explores the production, presentation, interpretation and evaluation of oral messages through small group and other public settings. Additional courses include: interpersonal communication, persuasive communication, voice and speech.
Ocean County College
Ocean County College is a 2-year school located in Toms River. The learning institution instructs more than 10,000 undergraduate students yearly and awards certificates and associate's degrees. As part of the communications curriculum, the school offers a class on the fundamentals of public speaking as well as voice and diction.
Passaic County Community College
Paterson's Passaic County Community College teaches more than 8,000 students yearly in its four campuses. The English Department provides a variety of resources for students looking to improve their public speaking skills. The basic course in public speaking instructs on effective presentation techniques. Students gain these skills by researching, organizing, writing and delivering various speeches in an effort to inform persuade, entertain and motivate. Additional resources include a public speaking club and competition.
Rowan College at Burlington County
Pemberton's Rowan College at Burlington County is a 2-year school instructing some 10,000 students. In the school's liberal arts division a public speaking class is available. The course delves into the planning and presentation techniques needed for formal speeches. Students will develop their critical thinking, ethical reasoning and academic researching skills.
Rowan University
Rowan University in Glassboro is a 4-year school offering undergraduate and post-graduate degrees. In the College of Communication and Creative Arts two levels of public speaking classes are offered. The introductory level the public speaking course trains students on the fundamental practices of public speaking. This includes speech preparation and delivery. The advanced level course helps students analyze the special conditions of speech composition. Additionally this course discusses rhetorical style in specialized settings.
Rutgers University
Rutgers University in New Brunswick is a 4-year school offering undergraduate and post-graduate degrees. The School of Communication and Information offers two levels of public speaking classes. A Fundamentals of Public Speaking class, for non-Communication majors, develops oral presentation skills and focuses on diversity and multiculturalism. The Public Speaking class prepares students for formal presentations and includes presentation technologies.
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton's Thomas Edison State University is a 4-year school geared toward adult education. The school offers online courses and prior learning assessment exams. A public speaking course on the development of effective presentation skills before live audiences is offered. Speaking skills are tested by submitting two digitally recorded speeches sent in for grading.
Union County College
Union County College is a 2-year school located within the suburb of Cranford. The English Department offers a public speaking course that instructs on the practice of oral communication. The class involves training on impromptu speaking settings by developing a knowledge of logical organization of materials, audience analysis, methods of persuasion, delivery techniques and more.
School Comparison: At a Glance
|School Name
|School Type & Setting
|Public Speaking Courses Offered
|Undergraduate Tuition & Fees (2018-2019)*
|Brookdale Community College
|2-year, public; fringe rural
|Public Speaking
|$4,869 (in-district) $7,963 (in-state) $8,663 (out-of-state)
|Essex County College
|2-year, public; large city
| Effective Speech,
Voice & Diction
|$4,995 (in-district) $8,790 (in-state) $8,790 (out-of-state)
|Kean University
|4-year, public; large suburb
| Public Speaking,
Speech Communication as Critical Citizenship,
Interpersonal Communication,
Voice and Speech, Persuasive Communication
|$12,348 (in-state) $19,383 (out-of-state)
|Ocean County College
|2-year, public; large suburb
| Fundamentals in Public Speaking,
Voice & Diction
|$4,555 (in-district) $5,095 (in-state) $7,735 (out-of-state)
|Passaic County Community College
|2-year, public; large suburb
|Public Speaking
|$5,070 (in-district) $6,960 (in-state) $8,850 (out-of-state)
|Rowan College at Burlington County
|2-year, public; fringe rural
|Public Speaking
|$4,725 (in-district) $5,235 (in-state) $7,185 (out-of-state)
|Rowan University
|4-year, public; large suburb
| Public Speaking,
Advanced Public Speaking
|$13,697 (in-state) $22,339 (out-of-state)
|Rutgers University
|4-year, public; small city
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking,
Public Speaking
|$14,974 (in-state) $31,282 (out-of-state)
|Thomas Edison State University
|4-year, public; small city
|Public Speaking
|$7,519 (in-state) $9,967 (out-of-state)
|Union County College
|2-year, public; large suburb
|Public Speaking
|$5,140 (in-district) $10,280 (in-state) $10,280 (out-of-state)
Source: *NCES College Navigator.


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The identity of the Antichrist is a topic of hot debate today. Adding fuel to the flame of rampant speculation are voices saying the Antichrist might be a Muslim or a Jew—a view that respected Bible scholar and bestselling author Ron Rhodes argues against in this revealing, Scripture-based exploration of:
It is time for a trustworthy study of this topic to take the place of emotion-based suspicions. Believers, followers of end-times news, and anyone anxiously watching the turmoil of today's political landscape will be thankful for this thorough, straightforward resource. Excellent for church and personal libraries.
Author Ron Rhodes, president of Reasoning from the Scriptures Ministries, is heard regularly on nationwide radio and is the author of Bite-Size Bible Answers, Bite-Size Bible Definitions, Commonly Misunderstood Bible Verses and 5-Minute Apologetics for Today. He holds ThM and ThD degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary and teaches there and at several other seminaries.


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"Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation." (Mark 16:15, NIV)
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Martin Luther on the Relevant and Prophetic Use of Scripture
If I profess with the loudest voice and clearest exposition every portion of the Word of God except precisely that little point which the world and the devil are at that moment attacking, I am not confessing Christ, however boldly I may be professing Him. Where the battle rages there the loyalty of the soldier is proved; and to be steady on all the battle front besides, is mere flight and disgrace if he flinches at that point. (Luther's Works. Weimar Edition. Briefwechsel [Correspondence], vol. 3, pp. 81f.)
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Think different
Here's to the crazy ones.
The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes.
The ones who see things differently.
They're not fond of rules.
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About the only thing that you can't do, is ignore them.
Because they change things.
They invent. They imagine. They heal.
They explore. They create. They inspire.
They push the human race forward.
Maybe they have to be crazy.
How else can you stare at an empty canvas and see a work of art?
Or, sit in silence and hear a song that hasn't been written?
Or, gaze at a red planet and see a laboratory on wheels?
We make tools for these kinds of people.
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Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
Follow your heart and intuition, they somehow already know what you trully want to become.
Stay hungry, stay foolish!
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I was disgusted when I learned $100m was spent by Family Radio on the Doomsday/Rapture ad campaign that announced that the rapture of the church would occur last Saturday. Apparently Harold Camping, the 80 year old false prognosticator, dogmatically believed a deception and spent a lot of money trying to convince others to embrace his dogmatism. It made me think about how dogmatism can so lack humility.
I have been around prophets in Charismatic Churches for a long time - for many years I spoke in a prophetic fashion in front of thousands at church. Mostly I spoke words of encouragement but on one occasion I predicted that a new church building would be a blessing to our grandchildren's grandchildren. I am embarrassed about saying that. I was so arrogant back then.
I guess that is what I see a lot in prophetic circles - a lack of humility. The people who speak prophetically often speak in very dogmatic language. Many times there does not seem to be an ounce of humility in their voices. They see the world in black and white ways. Their prophetic language reflects those narrow perceptions. On the flip-side I do believe in that spiritual gifts are for today when they are exercised with love and humility.
I also see this lack of humility displayed by dogmatic pundits, teachers and preachers. These folks often display narrow dogmatic beliefs about political candidates, 'scientific' theories and pet religious doctrines. Their lack of humility is often demonstrated by the way that they describe alternate views. Sometimes they demonize people and views that they do not agree with. When I hear the I think of people like Harold Camping.
Have you ever been put off by dogmatic pundits, teachers or preachers?
Humility, Dogmatism and the Prophetic
Posted: Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Tags: PERSPECTIVE, THEOLOGY
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I would have to agree with your assessment of dogmatism. There are a few basic issues I am convinced we must stand firm for, but there is much beyond that which calls for humility. I too believe believe in the continuance of the spiritual gifts. But I have found when I start becoming proud and trusting in my abilities rather than God I end up off on the wrong path.ReplyDelete
@Mike - Love the idea that agreement should be around the essentials of the faith and charity around all else.ReplyDelete
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Radical Jewish youths 'in survival mode state' step up attacks against Arabs
The latest vandalism attack saw offenders spray-painting their
message on the walls of a Jerusalem church and damaging two cars
parked nearby overnight.
On Friday the Dormition Abbey outside the Old City's Zion Gate in Jerusalem also reported the spraying of offensive graffiti in Hebrew and the destruction of the church property, The Jerusalem Post reported. Radical Jewish settler sympathizers are suspected to be behind the assault. The perpetrators wrote "the Christians are apes" and "the Christians are slaves" on two cars parked outside the abbey in Beit Ilu Ramllah.
According to Israeli media, there has been a growing number of 'price tag' attacks in the country in recent months.
In May, five vehicles parked on one of the main streets in East
Jerusalem were vandalized in another price tag attack, allegedly
by Jewish extremists.
Price-tag attacks are the acts of violence and vandalism against Palestinians and Israeli security forces by radical Israeli settlers to exact a 'price' from both parties for any actions believed to be taken against their settlements.
In a showcase, Tel Aviv street cleaner Hassan Usruf was badly beaten up three months ago.
"One of them said to me 'Hi Arab', I said, 'Why do you say that? What's the difference - Arab, Jewish?' Then another guy came up to me and said 'You want a country, Arab?'" Hassan Usruf recalled. The next thing he remembered was being hit on the head with a bottle.
"Everything went black. I fell to the ground. They started kicking me and hitting me. My lawyer told me that when they were held by the police, they heard the kids competing among themselves who hit me the most," Usruf told RT.
The latest development provoked the prime minister to slam the
"I wish to condemn two phenomena that we have witnessed recently: Racism against Israeli Arabs and acts of hooliganism against Palestinians, without any provocation or justification," Netanyahu told his cabinet on Sunday promising to "act with all legal means at our disposal to stop them."
'Segregating' amusement park draws public anger
Netanyahu also decried an act of segregation between Jewish and Arab school children at the Superland amusement park.
On Thursday the amusement park near Tel Aviv said it would reexamine its policy of renting out the one-stop entertainment shop on separate days to Jewish and Arab schools after it reportedly refused to open its doors to an Arab teacher who wanted to take his class there on a school trip.
The park management explained in a statement, cited by Haaretz,
that in June many different schools wanted to conduct
end-of-school-year events at Superland with requests from Jewish
and Arab schools alike to conduct their events on separate days.
"Only yesterday, for example, two reservations were received from Arab schools that had requested that the event would be for Arab schools only, with no schools from the Jewish sector. Similar requests have come from the Jewish sector," the management added.
"The Superland management is very sensitive to the desires and
feelings of all its patrons. As a result, during the next few
days we will reevaluate the decision to accommodate the schools'
requests to have separate days," the statement informed.
But some organizations, like the Shomer Hatza'ir Youth Movement that has become an educational and moral framework for thousands of young people in Israeli society, both Jewish and Arab, said they would not be going to Superland this summer after the management's embarrassing behavior.
"Racism is something criminal and sick that has to stop, and be put at the top of public discourse in Israel," the movement explained in a statement. "If the Superland management conducts a thorough investigation and deals with those responsible for this embarrassing behavior, we will consider resuming cooperation with it."
Israeli youth 'inspired by grown-ups'?
While many blame the core structure of Israeli society and foreign policy for the gruesome situation, some also point out the young perpetrators could merely be following an example set by the older generation.
"They get the inspiration from the grown-ups. You don't show any signs you want peace, to live side by side, to resolve the conflict. So this stalemate causes tension, and all the wars and all the incidents and clashes that we see in the occupied territories and the general militant atmosphere creates a conflict which leads to hatred and legitimacy for violence," member of the Knesset Esawi Frej told RT.
The director of Child and Adolescent Clinical Services told RT that the youngsters behind the attacks probably suffer the psychological effects of surviving terrorist acts.
"Those adolescents were exposed to terrorist attacks and developed post-traumatic symptoms… they tend to exercise twice as much risk-taking behaviors. Attacking innocent people just because they are Arabs, with no provocation whatsoever. And that's very typical to people who feel in survival mode state," Ruth Pat-Horencyzyk, explained.