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Health Care Law and the Emerging Law of Mental Health: Health Law Certificate Program
14.25 Law and Legal, 2.25 Ethics, and 0.0 Other CLE credits | WSBA Activity ID #1023363, #1023364, and #1023368
The Health Law Certificate program is designed to broaden your knowledge and deepen your ability to engage health law issues. This three day program was designed by experienced practitioners who know the most relevant and important topics in engaging important and emerging areas of Health Law.
Originally recorded August 3-5, 2016.
The 2016 3-day Health Law Certificate program focused on:
- Health Law Fundamentals for practitioners to learn the basics of Health Law including: medical terminology; the business of Health Law; Privacy; working with Health Care Organizations; and more;
- More advanced topics in Health Law including: Health Care Fraud; Nursing Home Litigation; Dealing with Medicare and Medicaid Issues in Litigation; and Emerging Issues in Bioethics;
- The most pressing health law topics impacting mental health care--important issues not only for those interested or practicing in Health Law but for all Family Law attorneys. Topics include: Mental Illness 101 for Lawyers; Mental Health Issues and our Veterans; Ethical Issues Arising from a Lawyer's Impairment; Therapeutic Courts; and more.
Agenda and speakers are subject to change
Wednesday, August 3, 2016 - Health Law Fundamentals, Part 1
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Registration and Coffee Service
9:00 am - 9:15 am
Welcome and Introduction
Erica Wolf, Program Chair, Seattle University School of Law
Annette Clark, Dean, Seattle University School of Law
9:15 am - 10:30 am
Session 1: Health Law Litigation and Legislative Update
Jonathon Bashford and Jennifer Sheffield, Lane Powell, PC
10:30 am - 10:45 am
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Session 2: Understanding Medical Records & Medical Terminology
Karin Mitchell, Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Lunch on your own
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Session 3: The Business of Health Law: Health Benefit Compliance
Tina Boyd, General Counsel & Compliance Officer, Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Melanie Curtice, Partner, Stoel Rives LLP
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Session 4: The Healthcare Industry: Federal Tax Exemption for Health Care Organizations
John Quirk, Group Health Cooperative
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Session 5: Trends in Data Security and Health Information Privacy
Gavin Skok, Bruce Goto, Shata Stucky, and James Wendell, Riddell Williams P.S.
Thursday, August 4, 2016 - Health Law Fundamentals Part 2
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Session 6: Selected Topics in Legal Ethics
Paul Swegle, Newyu, Inc.
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Session 7: Health Care Fraud
Michelle Peterson, Michelle Peterson Law, PLLC
Kayla Stahman, U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Washington
11:00 am - 11:15 am
11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Session 8: Nursing Home Litigation: Causes of Action
Scott Breneman, Breneman Grube PLLC
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Lunch on your own
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Session 9: The Affordable Care Act: A Five Year Review and What's Next
Bruce F. Howell, Shareholder, Schwabe, Williamson and Wyatt
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Session 10: Emerging Issues in Bioethics
Commissioner Eric Schmidt, Washington State Court of Appeals Division II
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Session 11: Getting Paid: Dealing with Medicare and Medicaid Issues in Litigation
Tom Degan, Chemnick Moen Greenstreet
Friday, August 5, 2016 – Day Three: The Emerging Law of Mental Health
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Session 12: Mental Illness 101 for Lawyers
Karin Mitchell, Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Session 13: Mental Health Issues and our Veterans
Andrea LaFazia-Geraghty, King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division
11:00 am - 11:15 am
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Session 14: Ethical Issues Arising from a Lawyer's Impairment
Cameron Stout, Wiand Guerra King, Palo Alto, CA
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch on your own
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Session 15: Therapeutic Courts
Judge Michael Finkle, King County District Court
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm
2:45 pm - 3:30 pm
Session 16: Justice Delayed: How Pretrial Detainees Languish in Jail Waiting for Court Ordered Mental Health Services
Emily Cooper, Disability Rights Washington
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Session 17: Panel Discussion - Mental Health Records and the Second Amendment
Amnon Shoenfeld, Senior Advisor, Many Minds Collaborative; Former Director, King County Mental Health, Chemical Abuse and Dependency Services
Alan Gottlieb, Second Amendment Foundation
Anita Khandelwal, The Defender Association
David Newman, The Rainier Law Group, PLLC
4:30pm - 4:45pm
Evaluations and Adjourn
Program Chairperson
Erica L. Wolf, Director of Graduate Programs, Seattle University School of Law
Erica Wolf is the Director of Graduate Programs for the School of Law and Senior Attorney for the Center for Indian Law & Policy. She is also an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Ronald A. Peterson Law Clinic, where she teaches a clinical course in Indian Trusts & Estates. Professor Wolf is a 2005 graduate of Seattle University School of Law.
Professor Wolf has been involved with the School of Law Center for Indian Law & Policy (CILP) for almost ten years-as an adjunct faculty member, Supervising Attorney, Managing Attorney, and most recently, Executive Director. Prior to joining Seattle University School of Law, Professor Wolf worked as an attorney in private practice. Her practice involved litigation, business law, and estate planning. She is a member of the state bars of Washington, California, and Alaska, and is a member of the federal bar in the Western District of Washington.
Faculty Biographies
Jonathan Bashford, Lane Powell PC
Jonathon Bashford helps companies navigate complex regulations and manage compliance risk, with a focus on long term care including skilled nursing facilities, assisted- and independent-living facilities, and other clients in the health care sector. His areas of expertise include licensing, Medicare and Medicaid certification and payment, state and federal surveys, False Claims Act, fraud and abuse, certificates of need, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Housing, HIPAA, corporate practice of medicine, and guardianship. He advises and represents clients before various state and federal agencies; as well as in state and federal courts in complex litigation, class action defense, and appellate practice. Prior to joining Lane Powell, Jon worked as an Assistant Attorney General representing state agencies including the Washington State Aging and Disability Services Administration. He is a graduate of Harvard Law School, where he was student body treasurer and a board member of the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau. He was named a "Washington Rising Star" by Super Lawyers in 2015 and 2016.
Tina Boyd, General Counsel & Compliance Officer, Navia Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Tina oversees Navia's legal affairs and advises the management team regarding business and compliance issues. Tina also handles the design, drafting, and administration issues related to welfare benefit and fringe benefit plans. She advises on issues related to HIPAA, COBRA, and ERISA compliance, as well as mergers and acquisitions as they relate to cafeteria plans. Additionally, Tina heads nondiscrimination testing for self-insured, self-funded and cafeteria plans and assists with corrective procedures and plan design changes.
Tina received her Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Washington and her law degree from Seattle University. She is a member of the Washington State Bar Association and serves as Secretary and Activities Chair of the Washington State Corporate Counsel Executive Committee. She also volunteers for the Employers Council on Flexible Compensation (ECFC), a Washington DC based non-profit organization dedicated to the maintenance and expansion of private employee benefit programs on a tax-advantaged basis. Tina serves as a member of ECFC's conference and legislative committees. Finally, Tina volunteers as a mentor for the Future of the Law Institute, a program for minority and economically disadvantaged high school students interested in learning more about a career in the law.
Scott Breneman, Founding Member, Breneman Grube Orehoski, PLLC
Scott Breneman is a founding member of the Seattle law firm Breneman Grube Orehoski, PLLC. He has been a trial lawyer for over 25 years, and has litigated and tried hundreds of personal injury, wrongful death and malpractice cases. He has extensive experience with insurance coverage disputes. Scott is "AV®" rated by Martindale-Hubbell, rated 10 of 10 by Avvo, and is an Eagle member of the Washington State Association of Justice ("WSAJ"). He is a contributing author to the WSAJ Nursing Home Litigation Deskbook (Multi-Entity Corporate Defendants). Scott is an Order of the Coif, cum laude graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School, where he served as a Note & Comment Editor for the University of Wisconsin Law Review.
Emily Cooper, Staff Attorney, Disability Rights Washington
Emily Cooper has spent her legal career practicing in areas of public interest focusing on the issues impacting individuals with disabilities. She has been a staff attorney at Disability Rights Washington since 2006 where she has worked on systemic impact litigation, monitoring facilities that serve people with disabilities including community settings, investigating abuse and neglect, and testifying in front of the legislature. Emily is currently Plaintiffs' Counsel in Trueblood v. DSHS, a class action lawsuit regarding delays in competency services causing individuals with mental illness to suffer prolonged incarceration. Emily has also served on the American Civil Liberties Union ("ACLU") of Washington's Board of Directors since 2011 and is the Director of Advocacy for the Washington Attorneys with Disabilities Association ("WADA"). Emily graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2003 and now teaches there as an adjunct professor.
Melanie Curtice, Partner, Stoel Rives LLP
Melanie Curtice is a partner in the Seattle office of Stoel Rives LLP and a member of the Employee Benefits section in the firm's Benefits, Tax and Private Client group where she works with public and private companies and governmental employers on health and welfare benefit plan matters and tax, ERISA, HIPAA and other compliance issues that arise in connection with such arrangements. In December 2011, Melanie was appointed by then Washington Governor Christine Gregoire to the first governing board of the Washington Health Benefits Exchange and served on governing board through 2014. Melanie was selected by Best Lawyers® as Seattle Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Lawyer of the Year, 2014; is listed in Best Lawyers in America® (Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law), 2012-2015; and was selected as one of "America's Leading Lawyers for Business" (Washington) by Chambers USA (currently, Labor & Employment: Employee Benefits & Compensation), 2010-2016.
Thomas Degan, Chemnick Moen Greenstreet
Thomas J. Degan Jr. is an attorney who has successfully litigated a wide variety of cases in federal and state courts, administrative hearings, and before arbitration panels. His wide ranging legal practice has included defending individuals accused of crimes, representing victims of negligence, and defending large corporations accused of negligence. After nearly 15 years of practice, Tom decided to limit his practice to representing victims of medical negligence and joined the law firm of Chemnick Moen Greenstreet.
Tom became interested in subrogation early in his career, when he realized just how dramatically subrogation claims could change his clients' recoveries. As a result, Tom fights to maximizing his clients' recoveries through creative and determined efforts to reduce or eliminate subrogation claims, because he thinks subrogation is simply a legal device used by insurance carriers to obtain a windfall at the expense of their insureds.
Judge Michael Finkle, King County District Court
Michael Finkle is a King County District Court Judge, currently assigned to the Bellevue Courthouse. He previously presided over King County District Court's Regional Mental Health Court and Regional Veterans Court. Judge Finkle chaired the work group that created Regional Veterans Court, and prior to taking the bench he served on the work group that created Seattle Municipal Mental Health Court. Judge Finkle is also an adjunct professor at Seattle University Law School, where he teaches Law, Policy & Mental Health, and is a member of the faculty of the National Judicial College, the Washington State Judicial College, the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, and the Kessler-Eidson Trial Techniques program at Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to serving as a criminal trial judge, Judge Finkle is recognized nationally as an expert in criminal competency and therapeutic justice issues. He has chaired, co-chaired, and served on numerous statewide and regional committees focused on mental health issues within the criminal justice system. Judge Finkle has published nationally, and has presented to national and international audiences, on criminal competency and therapeutic justice.
Bruce T. Goto, Riddell Williams P.S.
Bruce Goto is a principal with Riddell Williams and a senior member of the firm's Corporate Transactions and Finance practice, with a special focus on intellectual property and information technology issues. He prides himself in providing speedy and pragmatic advice for clients, and has been recognized repeatedly in Best Lawyers of America, Chambers, and Washington Super Lawyers, among others.
Bruce prepares and negotiates complex contracts covering cloud computing, outsourcing, application and technology development and licensing, information technology, enterprise services, and the manufacture, distribution, and marketing of various products. He develops brand strategies and registers trademarks, and counsels his clients on cyber security issues.
Alan Gottlieb, Second Amendment Foundation
Alan M. Gottlieb is Founder of the Second Amendment Foundation. He is also the author or co-author of numerous books including Dancing In Blood: Exposing the Gun Lobby to Destroy Your Rights, Politically Correct Guns, The Gun Rights Fact Book, The Gun Grabbers, Things You Can Do to Defend Your Gun Rights, Gun Rights Affirmed and Black and Blue. He is also co-author (with Dave Workman) of Shooting Blanks: The Democrats War Against Guns, America Fights Back: Armed Self-Defense in a Violent Age, These Dogs Don't Hunt: The Democrats' War On Guns, Assault on Weapons: The Campaign to Eliminate Your Guns and Shooting Blanks: Facts Don't Matter to the Gun Control Crowd. Alan has published articles in the San Francisco Examiner, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and USA Today. Mr. Gottlieb has appeared on over 6,000 TV and radio talk shows, including Lou Dobbs, ABC's 20/20, The O'Reilly Show, MSNBC's Hardball with Chris Matthews, CNN's Crossfire, CBS Morning News, Laura Ingraham Show, BBC, NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America and China TV.
Bruce F. Howell, Shareholder/Healthcare Group Industry Leader, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt
Bruce Howell is one of the pioneers in the practice of health law. From being one of the founders of the Dallas (Texas) Bar Association's Health Law Section to one of the first attorneys to be certified as a Board Certified Health Lawyer by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Howell has experienced a vast array of issues across the health industry spectrum. He focuses his practice on various aspects of health law, including reimbursement, fraud and abuse, managed care issues, physician practice management issues, and the Affordable Care Act of 2010. He also handles cases involving genetics, organ transplant technology, laboratory matters, clinical research and health care insurance coverage. Mr. Howell has represented companies and individuals in health care governmental investigations and counseled clients in structuring transactions to comply with health law regulatory requirements. He has also created compliance programs, and consulted on corporate governance matters and tax enforcement matters in nonprofit tax/health care work. Mr. Howell is also experienced in litigating cases related to health care insurance, ERISA issues, and health law regulatory matters as well as serving as an expert witness in some of these areas. He counsels providers and businesses in complying with the requirements of and finding financial opportunities in connection with the Affordable Care Act of 2010. Mr. Howell serves on the ABA Health Law Section as Chair of the Health Lawyer Editorial Board.
Anita Khandelwal, The Defender Association
Anita is currently the Policy Director at the King County Department of Public Defense. Previously, she was a senior attorney at the Public Defender Association, a nonprofit law firm in Seattle, where her job duties include identifying criminal justice policies in need of reform and bringing litigation to address systemic issues facing criminal defendants, such as delays in the provision of competency services (Trueblood). She worked at the Public Defender Association a total of five years and as a federal public defender for the Western District of Washington nearly two years. She's had other excellent legal experiences since graduating from Yale Law School in 2005, all of which demonstrate her commitment to indigent defense and criminal justice reform. This position, entailing the development of both internal and external policy positions, is a critical one in establishing the department as a regional and national leader in criminal justice reform.
Andrea N. LaFazia-Geraghty, M.S.W., M.P.H., Prevention Services Manager, King County, Department of Community and Human Services, Behavioral Health & Recovery Division
Andrea has a Master's degree in Social Work and in Public Health; she has worked in the behavioral health and prevention field for the past 15 years and has a solid understanding of the cultural context of mental health and substance abuse in diverse populations. She manages substance use prevention and mental health promotion services for King County Behavioral Health & Recovery Division and has served as the project director of multiple SAMHSA discretionary grants. Andrea was previously the director of prevention in the State of Oklahoma and has experience managing the CSAP block grant, and various other discretionary funds and grants. Andrea served as the Oklahoma Liaison for the University of Oklahoma's Southwest Prevention Center and Center for Substance Abuse Prevention's Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies, providing technical assistance and training services in prevention to the region. After her husband was injured while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Andrea became an advocate for veterans and spouses, serving as the President of local veteran service organization and leading a county-wide Regional Veteran Initiative, all while being his caregiver. Other experience includes social work, supervision of social workers, juvenile justice/criminal justice system, program evaluation, and research assistant.
Karin Mitchell, Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, LLP
Karin Mitchell was born and raised in Washington State. She graduated from Seattle Pacific University in 1985, with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. After graduation she worked at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, initially as a Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse and then as the Adult/Pediatric Critical Care Education Specialist. During this time, Ms. Mitchell co-chaired the Medical Standard, Practice Committee and worked in Quality Management. In 1998, Ms. Mitchell accepted a position at Amgen, Inc. Over ten years, Ms. Mitchell held a variety of positions at Amgen on both the West and East Coasts. Her last position was as a Senior Marketing Manager. Ms. Mitchell lectured nationally and internationally and published textbook chapters on a variety of topics in oncology, hematology, immunology and critical care medicine. In 1996, Ms. Mitchell had the privilege of leading the President Eisenhower Citizen Ambassador Delegation to South Africa. In 2008, Ms. Mitchell resigned from Amgen, Inc. to attend law school. Ms. Mitchell graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2011. Currently, Ms. Mitchell is an Associate Attorney at Johnson, Graffe, Keay, Moniz & Wick, where she has worked since being hired as a Law Clerk in May 2009.Since law school Ms. Mitchell lectures on a variety of issues related to medical malpractice, HIPAA, and medical ethics. Karin is also a national board member for the "National LGBTQ Taskforce" based in D.C., volunteers with Washington NAMI to provide legal review for the various county affiliates, and mentors to law students through QLaw. She is currently serving as the Secretary for the Board of NAMI Washington.
David M. Newman, Managing Attorney, The Rainier Law Group PLLC
Attorney David M. Newman began practicing law in 1994, following a career as a newspaper reporter and editor in the Idaho Panhandle for Spokane's daily newspaper, The Spokesman-Review. David is the managing attorney for The Rainier Law Group in Bellevue. He has a civil litigation practice, and about 40 percent of his work is related to firearms law. David graduated from the Gonzaga University School of Law, where he was a Thomas More Scholar.
Michelle Peterson, Michelle Peterson Law PLLC
After practicing for 15 years in both a large law firm and a small boutique litigation firm, Michelle opened her own firm in December 2014, Michelle Peterson Law, PLLC. Michelle continues to focus her practice in commercial litigation, white collar criminal defense and government investigations. Michelle's experience includes representing businesses and individuals in all aspects of litigation, including white collar criminal prosecutions, qui tam matters, government investigations and commercial disputes. She also focuses her practice on compliance issues and governmental investigations relating to long-term care and senior housing, including false claims, anti-kickbacks, and Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements. Michelle has experience defending clients against False Claims Act allegations and also representing relators in pursuing these claims.
John M. Quirk, Senior Counsel, Group Health Cooperative
John's practice focuses on health plan and health coverage legal matters, Medicare and other government health care programs, taxation and tax-exemption issues, and health care organization transactions and compliance. John also leads Group Health's Regulatory Affairs team and is a member of Group Health's Legal Department Leadership Team. Prior to Group Health, John was an attorney in the Amazon.com Tax Department, where his work involved advising related to domestic and international taxation issues, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate matters. John began his legal career as an associate attorney at Miller Nash LLP (now Miller Nash Graham & Dunn) in Portland, Oregon, where his practice focused on taxation and tax-exemption issues and general corporate matters. John earned his LL.M in Taxation from New York University School of Law, his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law ('05), and a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Portland.
Eric B. Schmidt, Commissioner, Washington State Court of Appeals Division II
Commissioner Eric B. Schmidt was appointed as a court commissioner for Division II of the Court of Appeals, effective January 1, 2002. Prior to his appointment, Commissioner Schmidt was the Senior Health Law Judge for the Washington State Department of Health from 1996 to 2001. Commissioner Schmidt graduated from Seattle University School of Law (formerly University of Puget Sound School of Law) in 1985. He holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, a master's degree in philosophy and Ph.D. in philosophy and bioethics from the University of Washington. He's also an adjunct professor of law at Seattle University School of Law, teaching bioethics and the law and medical liability.
Jennifer K. Sheffield
Jennifer Sheffield focuses her practice on health care and complex commercial litigation matters. She represents health care providers and long term care providers, handling cases that involve allegations of malpractice, negligent hiring and supervision, neglect, wrongful death and personal injury. Her experience includes litigation of commercial disputes in federal and state court. Jennifer was named a "Washington Rising Star" in 2013, 2014 and 2015 by Super Lawyers magazine. Jennifer is a graduate of Seattle University School of law, where she was Editor in Chief of Seattle University Law Review.
Amnon Shoenfeld, MSW, Senior Advisor, Many Minds Collaborative
Amnon received his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Washington in 1979. He worked in community mental health in King County for over 40 years, as a counselor at Seattle Mental Health Institute, as a Designated Mental Health Professional doing crisis outreach and involuntary commitments, as a supervisor and coordinator for King County Crisis and Commitment Services, and as the Director of the Mental Health, Chemical Abuse and Dependency Services Division where he was responsible for publicly funded mental health and substance abuse prevention and treatment services in King County from 2002 until his retirement in 2014. Amnon led the development of the Mental Illness and Drug Dependency Plan, which is funded by a 1/10th of one percent sales tax passed by the King County Council in 2007. He was honored with the Distinguished Alumnus Award from the School of Social Work in 2014.
Gavin Skok, Riddell Williams P.S.
Gavin Skok is Chair of Riddell Williams' Litigation Group and a member of the firm's Privacy and Data Security Group. He is a commercial litigator who represents regional and national companies in state and federal courts and arbitrations, with an emphasis on class action defense, data security litigation, and unique or challenging commercial disputes. He is also a regular author and speaker at CLEs and inhouse client trainings regarding privacy, data security, class actions and attorney-client privilege issues. Prior to joining Riddell Williams, Gavin was a federal judicial law clerk to United States District Court Judge Robert H. Whaley.
Kayla Stahman, Assistant US Attorney, Western District of Washington
Kayla Stahman is an Assistant United States Attorney in Seattle who focuses her practice on health care fraud cases. Prior to serving as an AUSA, Kayla was an Associate in the Securities Regulatory and Enforcement Group at Wilmer Cutler Pickering (now Wilmer Hale) in Washington D.C. Kayla is a graduate of Stanford Law School and Emory University.
Cameron Stout, Wiand Guerra King
Cameron Stout is a certified mediator with a Northern California-based mediation and law practice centered in Silicon Valley. He focuses on complex commercial and business litigation, securities matters, as well employment cases, and estate and elder abuse disputes. He is on the mediation and arbitration panels of certain San Francisco Bay Area Superior Courts, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Cameron's expertise in the field of mediation stems from his thirty years as a nationally-recognized securities litigator. In addition to financial service arbitrations, broker-dealer litigation, and regulatory investigative and enforcement actions, Cameron also has significant experience in employment litigation and investigative consulting. Cameron has also represented financial service companies in complex commercial disputes involving UCC issues such as check fraud and forgery, and third-party instruments. Cameron has training in family law mediation and disputes.
After graduating from Princeton University in 1980 with a B.A. in American History, he obtained his J.D. with honors from the University of San Francisco School of Law. He clerked for San Francisco Superior Court Judge Stuart Pollak. From 1985 through 1988, Cameron specialized in insurance coverage and defense, and claimant securities litigation and arbitration. Cameron joined Keesal Young & Logan in late 1988 where he practiced until 2012 when he joined Holland and Knight 's San Francisco litigation partnership.
Cameron is admitted to practice in all of the state courts of California, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Central Districts of California, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Cameron speaks before lawyer and client groups, and conducts attorney training and coaching.
Shata L. Stucky, Riddell Williams, P.S.
Shata L. Stucky is an attorney at Riddell Williams P.S., where she focuses her practice on commercial litigation, insurance coverage, and privacy and data security issues. She assists clients with the development of privacy policies and terms of use, advises clients on privacy statutes and regulations, helps companies respond to data breaches, and has defended major corporations in nationwide class actions alleging breach of data privacy obligations. Shata has earned the Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). Prior to joining Riddell Williams, Shata clerked for the Honorable Harriet Lansing (ret.) of the Minnesota Court of Appeals.
Paul A. Swegle, General Counsel, Observa, Inc
Paul Swegle is. and Newyu, Inc. and he serves as Acting General Counsel to Payment Gear, Inc. He is the Chair of the Corporate Counsel Section of the WSBA and serves on the WSBA's Securities Law Committee. Paul is also a member of the Board of Advisors for Seattle University School of Law's new LL.M. in Innovation and Technology Law Degree Program. Paul has worked on financings and M&A deals totaling more than $11 billion. He is a former SEC Enforcement and Corporation Finance attorney and served two appointments as Special Assistant United States Attorney. Paul currently serves on the Board of the Alliance for Pioneer Square and also Co-Chairs the annual Cystic Fibrosis StairClimb in Seattle.
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September 4 – Illinois' program offering state tax credits for donations to help students go to private schools has given tuition assistance to thousands of students, but officials say the new program still faces challenges and opposition.
In its first year, the Invest in Kids program is going to help nearly 5,600 students with tuition assistance that will send them to a private school of their choosing. The program offers donors a 75 percent state tax credit. The money is then distributed to students who apply. Demand for tuition aid has outpaced donations. Empower Illinois, one of the organizations that distribute the money, said more than 30,000 students still are waiting for tuition assistance.
Empower Illinois Executive Director Anthony Holter said the students applying are saying that their local public school isn't their ideal choice.
"Those are not best fits for their child and they want to seek another option, but can't make that happen, or it's very difficult to make that happen," he said.
The program was passed as part of the sweeping school funding reform legislation that was signed into law last fall. At the time, Democrats cried foul on the addition of the program just before it was finalized.
Since January, the program brought in $44 million in donations, far short of the $100 million limit.
"We are truly grateful to the donors of this program," said Larry Daly, principal of St. Teresa High School in Decatur. "This program allows families in the Decatur area the option to choose the education that best fits their needs. For this, we are truly thankful."
Even if supporters did hit the limit set by lawmakers, $100 million wouldn't be enough to help every student who applied for a grant.
"We have demand that would far exceed the $100 million cap," Holter said.
Empower has hired additional fundraisers in an effort to meet the demand. Money being donated up to the end of this year would go to a student for this school year.
Democrats have criticized the program, saying it uses state money that should go to public schools. If Democrat J.B. Pritzker is elected governor, he's said he would end the program.
"It's a top-of-mind thing for a lot of folks on the donor side as well as the parent side," Holter said. "The fundraising can be a challenge when people are concerned whether or not they'll get the deduction that was maybe a motivation for them in the first place."
The program is otherwise set to expire in 2024.
The donations would not be fully deductible on federal filings, Holter said, because the 75 percent credit would have to be subtracted.


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Tired of lacklustre pop thrills? Bored of Spotify-guided production producing a bottleneck on pop's whims, eccentricities, and outré statements?
Then wait no longer, friend, for Sheffield's own International Teachers Of Pop are waiting for you, and they won't wait long.
A supremely addictive live proposition, the crew - part synth boffins, part pop angels - have literally just released their self-titled debut LP, and it's an analogue wonder.
To celebrate the arrival of the self-titled album we've asked International Teacher himself Adrian Flanagan - also of Moonlandingz acclaim, fact fans - to pen a full guide to their sizzling LP...
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1. 'After Dark'
"We went full on Giorgio Moroder with the opening track on the album. A ball bouncingly excellent disco-sized middle finger up to all those useless ex-lovers... with the beautiful wonky refrain of 'You've gone - we're having a party'! No point sitting in a dark room cry wanking about what's gone when what's to come reaches all the right spots. You dig?"
2. 'The Ballad Of Remedy Nillson'
"This is Leonore going full Grace Slick on this one vocally, which I love. Musically it's a bit Yellow Magic Orchestra via a hall of mirrors at a stag doo on Blackpool pleasure beach. It's a song about Leonore's disobedient cats, some how it sounds infinitely sexier on record than it does on paper, ha!"
3. 'On Repeat'
"A pop song about living in Communist Britain! I'd love to do a Laibach style marching video for this! It's ideal music for pumping steel down yer local gym... if yer the kind of twat that goes to the gym?!"
4. 'Time For The Seasons'
"This was the first song, Dean, Leonore and I wrote together. In our heads I think we wanted to do something a bit like Broadcast or Stereolab and what came out is akin to a psychedelic break dance party. Im usually doing the robot during the 'Burn your technology' chorus. Though we sound familiar, I think we sound pretty fresh, or 'dope' as that Willy.I.am bloke might say!"
5. 'She Walks'
"When sequencing a record I always think of the running order having an A Side and having a B Side... 'She Walks' closes the A-Side, or if you've got the CD or you're just a cheap skate crushing the livelihoods of little artists by listening for free on a streaming site then this track bridges the opening side and the following side. It's a gentle, trippy, almost Beach Boys sounding walk through the head of a very popular lady. No, not me, before you ask!"
6. 'Interstellar (One Step Forward)'
"Kicking off Side Two, This is International Teachers Of Pop momentarily escaping velocity - I think musically this is the right side of cosmic without the hippy elements... it feels like a journey, good tune to listen to on a road trip! It also features the silliest line I've ever written (I think)... "here we go again - defying gravity, where stars are ignorant - a floating cup of tea!" I'm looking forward to receiving a hefty fine from the songwriters guild of Great Britain."
7. 'Praxis Makes Prefect'
"The only person I've ever heard use the word Praxis in a conversation is the late great Factory Records supremo , Tony Wilson - I think it was in a New Order documentary. This song is our nod to Debbie Harry and Disco Dolly, Kelly Marie... icons of pop... like us!"
8. 'Age Of The Train'
"Our debut single and ode to the uselessness of Northern Rail. There'll never be a revolution in this country for two reasons... 1. The people who it really affects can't afford the train ticket, and 2. You can't rely on UK trains to get you to the revolution on time, you'd end up turning up when it's over, it'll just be you and the street cleaners left, pathetically shouting at your own reflection in a shop window on Regents street!"
9. 'Love Girl'
"It's feels like the early hours of the morning as the sun is coming up as your getting higher and higher ... it's our salute to the misshapes and parental mistakes that go through life not quite feeling like they fit in anywhere. It's got some wild arping oberheim from synth Yoda, Dean Honer on this one and I played one of my favourite riffs on it, it's got a bit of a 'Chariots Of Fire' meets 'Man Machine' feel too it, I'm proud of that riff!"
10. 'Oh Yosemite'
"Leonore was on a train( that was late) coming over to sheffield to write some songs with Dean and I when some student lads in the carriage were doing her head in purely by the inability of being able to pronounce words properly... so being a total nerd, she wrote some lyrics about it... Leonore's current day job is teaching music in a girls school, some of the girls from her choir sing on the choruses... it's always nice to end the night with a lovely synth waltz , a children's choir and a mariachi band!"
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Sylvester Stallone and Michael B Jordan star in Creed's first trailer
From Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures and New Line Cinema comes award-winning filmmaker Ryan Coogler's Creed. The film explores a new chapter in the Rocky story and stars Academy Award nominee Sylvester Stallone in his iconic role. The film also reunites Coogler with his Fruitvale Station star Michael B. Jordan as the son of Apollo Creed.


text: It's in the air: the nostalgic sound of carolers & jingle bells; the familiar scent of gingerbread & evergreens; and the feeling of crisp, snow filled air. 🎄 The pleasant thoughts of what's to come leaves us in anticipation. Many of us are stressed this time of year though. We've got long lists of things to check off, and we can't wait to hurry up and relax on the couple of days we have off. Along with the glossy magazines that show us how to achieve the "perfect" Christmas in every way, there are oh so helpful articles suggesting we take time to really enjoy the holidays, which includes not putting so much pressure on yourself. I've always liked the image of curling up on a snowy December afternoon with a cup of hot chocolate and a Christmas novel. ❄ But with so many things to do, starting a full length book isn't realistic. Continue reading "Tis the season!"


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What is a sinus infection?
Sinuses are the hollow spaces within the bones that surround the nose, producing mucous that drains into the nose. Sinus infection or sinusitis refers to the inflammation and pain of the nasal passage and sinuses. Different forms of sinusitis include:
- Acute sinusitis – An acute sinus infection has a sudden onset with symptoms resembling common cold – stuffy, runny nose and facial pain. The infection generally begins to clear up within a week or may last longer.
- Chronic sinusitis – This condition is characterized by inflammation of the sinuses that last anywhere between four to twelve weeks.
- Recurrent sinusitis – People suffering numerous sinusitis attacks in a year are said to have recurrent sinusitis.
What are the causes of the disorder?
The most common cause of sinus infections is viruses, but some may be a result of bacterial infection. Apart from bacterial and viral infection, other causes of sinusitis include:
- Allergens and pollutants that irritate the sinuses
- Weakened immune system
- Structural problems in the nasal cavity
Chronic sinusitis could result from respiratory tract infections, allergies and nasal polyps or tumours.
What one needs to know about symptoms or signs?
Acute sinus infections are characterised by the following symptoms:
- Stuffy nose, nasal discharge
- Facial pressure or pain
- Loss of sense of smell
Symptoms of chronic sinusitis include:
- Nasal blockage
- Fullness of face and congestion
- Nasal discharge
- Pus in the nasal cavity
Additionally, patients with acute/chronic sinusitis may also experience headaches, bad breath, fatigue and fever.
Which specialist should be consulted in case of signs and symptoms?
People experiencing the above symptoms should consult an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist, also known as an otolaryngologist.
What are the screening tests and investigations done to confirm or rule out the disorder?
Screening for sinus infections is done through the following methods:
- Physical exam – The ENT specialist examines the nasal passages and throat to look for tenderness, inflammation, fluid or even nasal polyps.
- Nasal endoscopy – An endoscope, which is a thin, flexible lighted tube, is inserted through the nose to inspect the sinuses.
- Imaging tests – Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) can provide detailed images of the nasal passage and sinuses.
- Tests for allergy detection – The doctor may suggest an allergy skin test to check if the sinus infection is brought upon by an allergy.
- Sinus and nasal cultures – In case the sinusitis worsens or in case of chronic cases, tissue cultures are generated to identify the causal bacteria.
What treatment modalities are available for management of the disorder?
Treatment options vary with the severity of the condition. Common treatment methods for acute and chronic sinusitis include:
- Painkillers
- Over-the-counter (OTC) decongestants
- Nasal inhalation
- Warm compresses
- Saline nose drops
- Antibiotics (Antibiotics are only effective in treating bacterial sinusitis, and considering that majority of sinus infections are viral, overuse of antibiotics is fairly common.)
Sinusitis caused by allergies can be treated with an antihistamine, while immunoglobulin (antibodies) is used in cases of sinusitis caused by a weakened immune system.
Surgery – Surgery might be needed if antibiotics and other treatments fail to cure the condition, or if a nasal polyp or structural abnormality obstructs sinus drainage. Surgery cost for Sinus vary Hospital to Hospital. Surgery is carried out under local or general anaesthesia, and patients may return to normal activities within a week.
What are the known complications in the management of the disorder?
Delaying treatment can use pain or lead to infection of the bone, brain abscess or meningitis.
What precautions or steps are necessary to stay healthy and happy during the treatment?
OTC medicines and sprays must be used in doses as recommended, and should not be given to young children.
How can the disorder be prevented from happening or recurring?
- Staying up-to-date with immunizations
- Practising good hand hygiene
- Avoiding contact with people with colds or respiratory infections


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Cessna Denali Development Moving Forward
Textron Aviation has updated the development status of its new Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop during the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2018. The company is currently fabricating the fuselage, wings and tail cone of the first three flying prototypes, working on getting the aircraft ready for entry into the market in 2019.
Currently the company is conducting static and fatigue tests on the ground. As we were told, Cessna anticipates a high level of interest throughout Europe, particularly from piston owners looking to upgrade and join the turboprop league.
So far, Textron Aviation has integrated new technologies and robotics into production in efforts to make serial production more efficient. A first flight and further certification steps are planned for the first quarter of 2019.
The Denali will be equipped with the GE Catalist turboprop engine announced in March of this year. GE Aviation has already announced first engine runs of the advanced turboprop engine which develops 1,240 shaft horse power (SHP) and flies up to 4,000 hours between overhauls. Both the engine and prop will be single lever controlled employing FADEC technology.
The Denali is planned to achieve cruise speeds of 285 knots and carry a full fuel payload of 1,100 pounds. With an anticipated range of 1,600 nautical miles at high-speed cruise and with one pilot and four passengers the airplane will be able to fly nonstop from London to Moscow, Los Angeles to Chicago or New York to Miami.


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Muggswigz has a third location in the Coventry area, and introduced a new tea blend honoring an Akron-born inventor at the location.
COVENTRY TWP. Since the first location opened in downtown Canton in 2003, Muggswigz Coffee and Tea Co. has developed various coffee roasts and tea blends to recognize prominent locals.
The third Muggswigz opened early this year south of Akron at 3452 Manchester Road in the Portage Lakes area. The Muggswigz crew began researching and instead of selecting an obvious Akron-area celebrity to honor — a basketball player and several musicians come to mind — they went with a scientist.
"I just think there are a lot of unsung heroes of science," Alex Haas, Muggswigz owner, said of the decision to develop a tea blend in honor of Akron-born inventor Stanford R. Ovshinsky.
Not that Ovshinsky, who received more than 400 patents, was an unknown inventor. His death in 2012 was noted by a lengthy obituary in the New York Times. The Economist magazine once listed him among a "league of genius inventors." Still, the man who invented the batteries that power cellphones and laptops and devised processes for making semi conductors doesn't have a household name.
After talking with several of Ovshinsky's family members, Muggswigz developed the Stanford Apricot Amalgam tea blend.
It turns out that Ovshinsky drank black and green tea daily, and liked to sweeten his tea by adding jam. The Stanford Apricot Amalgam is a blend of black and green tea — representing Ovshinsky's research with AC/DC electrical current — with the apricot flavor paying homage to the jam he would use when enjoying a cup of tea with his mother.
The tea has been available at the Portage Lakes location since July 1. It will be offered at the Canton and Jackson Township shops starting Aug. 1.
Haas said customer requests and opportunity led to the opening of the Portage Lakes Muggswigz in February. Guests from the Akron area would visit the original location at 137 Walnut Ave. NE and mention they would like to see a shop farther north, Haas said. When learned that a bakery at the Portage Lakes spot was for sale, Haas made the move.
Purple Door relocates
Purple Door Bakery, which opened in early 2016 on Cleveland Avenue SW in Canton Township, has moved to 4859 Tuscarawas St. W in Perry Township.
Zoe Oswalt said she believed her business needed more space and a central location. She found that at a building that previously housed the original home of Two Fat Guys barbecue restaurant.
A larger location has a lot of potential, Oswalt said. She hopes to offer classes and other events. The central location could draw more customers, she said.
Oswalt made the move at the end of May, and had a soft opening on June 1. The grand opening is this Saturday. The shop specializes in birthday, wedding and custom cakes, cupcakes, pies and other treats.
Fundraising success
Royal Docks Brewing has raised $3,005 in donations to benefit victims of terror attacks and the Grenfell Tower fire in London.
Customers gave during an event on July 1 and Royal Docks added to their donations. The Jackson Township brewery is continuing to accept donations through the end of the end of this week and hopeful that other area businesses might match what's been collected so far.
The July 1 event also included a blood drive by the local American Red Cross chapter. Because of a large turnout, about 20 potential blood donors had to be turned away, said John Bikis, owner of Royal Docks.
"It went really, really well. I was not expecting that," Bikis said of the fundraising effort. Plans are to present the donation to the British Red Cross.
Dollar store to reopen
Dollar General plans to reopen a former Family Dollar store at 210 12th St. NE.
The store, which closed at the end of June, should be open this fall after Dollar General completes renovations, the company said.
A Family Dollar store had operated at the site, which was built in 2014. The operation actually was part of a business called Dollar Express and separate from other Family Dollar stores in the area. Dollar Express announced plans to close in March and in early April Dollar General bought its locations.
When the store reopens it will have six to 10 employees. Anyone interested in working at the store can apply online at www.dollargeneral.com/careers.
The retailer also is building a store in the 900 block of Tuscarawas Street W.
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Kelkay have announced that they have recently won new listings for their market-leading aggregates range in the seven-strong Great Western Partnership (GWP). The win comes after the successful launch of the new look range at Glee in September when Fiona Newton, buyer for GWP, met with the Kelkay sales team.
New orders are being processed and merchandising is underway in Castle Gardens, Brimsmore Gardens, Poundbury Gardens, Plymouth Garden Centre, Bernaville Nurseries, Monkton Elm Garden Centre and Merry Harriers Garden Centre. The new category set up will be ready for the expected upturn in demand for landscaping products in the Spring.Speaking about the change, Fiona Newton commented "I actually dropped on to the Kelkay stand at GLEE on the recommendation of a colleague, with no real expectations. But when I saw the aggregate offer and the new merchandising and point of sale, I was keen to bring the proposition to the whole group. We are very pleased with the way the Kelkay range fits into our offer and the service we've enjoyed from Scott McCabe and the rest of the team."Kelkay expect their business with GWP to grow significantly as a result of the new category listing.


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The Postman Always Rings Twice by James Cain
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Great book. You could argue that it's the template of noir, since it has all the hallmarks of the genre-- sex, deceit, murder... all doomed from the get-go. If you ever get the chance, check out his DOUBLE INDEMNITY also. Same themes, and equally compelling.ReplyDelete
Heath's right. I love DOUBLE INDEMNITY. I'm glad you liked Cain. He's the starting point of noir. It's a classic, but the genre has evolved a lot since then and drifted from its original meaning. But all for the best.ReplyDeleteReplies
What was the genre's original meaning?Delete
Basically, the original noir was a story with no heroes. Only bad guys, people neck deep in problems they have started themselves.Delete
It's still somewhat right, but it's a lot more personal now. Like Anthony Neil Smith said, sometimes it's on the verge of psychological horror. It's about the emotional and psychological toll of taking bad life decisions (that mostly have to do with crime). It's a world where there's no redemption.
On and Heath's history of hardboiled/noir is great. Takes about an hour to read. I can't recommend it enough.
Thanks for answering my question. I think I will read Heath's history of noir when I've got an hour to spare. It's such an interesting genre.Delete
I haven't read this, but I'm a huge fan of noir film and have watched so much of it. A couple years ago, I lined up my Netflix queue with every noir film I could. I referenced a list I found but cannot find the link to. This is a great flick, though it's not my favorite.ReplyDelete
Double Indemnity is great, and anything by Hammett or Chandler is great in my book.
I know you weren't asking me, Brenna, but I'm piping in anyway... ha. Here's a link to my all time favorite film noirs: http://psychonoir.blogspot.com/2011/07/my-favorite-films-noir.htmlReplyDelete
And if you're interested in the history of the genre in print, I wrote this thingie: https://sites.google.com/site/noirfictionguide/
I always get excited when someone is first discovering this amazing world of underground literature and film... so forgive my enthusiasm.
I just watched this movie and they explain the title at the end. I'm assuming the movie and book have the same ending, but I haven't read it. The main character said the postman always rings twice if he doesn't get you the first time (in his case, he's not caught the first time and so the "postman" rang twice). I'll have to read this one. As far as great noir movies, I love Double Indemnity and Maltese Falcone.ReplyDelete
I'm almost thinking I should switch out one of my Smooth Criminal books for this one cos this sounds interesting. Although I'm sad there is no explanation for that title. I'd rather a stupid reason or a pretentious reason than no reason.ReplyDeleteReplies
What are you reading for your noir classic?Delete
I picked Double Indemnity. I'm pretty sure I literally tossed a coin to pick what book to pick for the noir classic category. We'll see which one I go withDelete
Well Heath and Ben both said great things about Double Indemnity so I'd be interested to hear you thoughts on that one!Delete
I tend to like the older stuff like this better than some of the new in your face mystery/detective stuff bc in order to not cross the accepted line since the authors were concerned with readers reading and buying their books, they had to write better in some cases...they couldn't depend on the kind of shocking, glorified sex, language, and violence that some authors do today. I think I have this one on my shelf somewhere...ReplyDelete
I read this for the Smooth Criminals challenge as well. To be honest, I was expecting something completely cheesy, but I was surprised by how smart and snappy the prose was. And that Cora gal...ReplyDelete
I read this a few years ago and so had put Cain's Mildred Pierce on my reading list for the Smooth Criminals challenge. Hmm...maybe I should change that to Double Indemnity?ReplyDelete


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Fideuà of Gandia
The most typical dish of Gandia is called Fideuà, it isessentially Paella using thin noodles instead of rice. This dish is such important that every summer the city of Gandia hosts the traditional Fideuà International Contest, where chefs from restaurants all over the world take part. h cooks from restaurants the world over participate.
Ingredients for the stock: 1.5kg rockfish or small fish from Gandia's fish market, 200 gm. tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 ñora (spicy red pepper typical from the Region of Valencia), 1 leek, 1 carrot, parsley, 100 ml. virgin olive oil.
Ingredients for the Fideuà of Gandia: 500 gm. anglerfish, 6 red prawn, 6 Norway lobster, 200 gm. chopped tomato, 1 grated onion, 30 gm. sweet paprika, 600 gm. thin noodles (no.3), 150 ml. olive oil, saffron thread, 1 garlic clove.
Stock preparation:Wash the fish, the vegetables and chop it. Put a bit of virgin olive oil in a skillet. Once the oil is hot, add the rock fish and small fish and fry lightly. Add the vegetables and fry lightly. Add 5 litres cold water. When it starts to simmer, skim it and let simmer for 40 minutes. Strain and set aside.
Preparation of the Fideuà de Gandia:Put oil in a skillet and turn heat to medium. Once it is hot, add the red prawns and the Norway lobsters fry lightly and set aside. Add the chopped garlic and the grated onion. Once it gets brown, add sweet paprika and the tomato, stir so that it doesn't burn. Add the anglerfish, the saffron and about 2 litres of fish stock (previously prepared). Add the thin noodles, taste and adjust seasoning (salt and saffron) if necessary. It is important to cook over high heat during the first five minutes. This type of noodles needs 10-12 minutes cooking time. Add the shrimp and the Norway lobsters at the last 3 minutes. Let it rest during 5 minutes.


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Natural Leaders facilitate outdoor activities that bring people together in nature, building community connections and a sense of responsibility for natural places.
Legacy Camp has trained more than 250 Natural Leaders impacting 178 communities in 47 states and 4 countries.
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Legacy Camp is our signature leadership training for diverse, emerging leaders between the ages of 18 and 26 years-old. Participants in this multi-day intensive training leave camp with the skills and support they need to develop community-driven action plans to increase nature access for children, families and communities.
Legacy Camp curriculum is built upon four foundational pillars:
- The power of personal narrative
- Leadership development
- Community organizing
- Action planning
We recruit and select Legacy Camp participants through a competitive process. By providing these emerging leaders with training, tools and ongoing mentorship, we increase their ability to influence and improve nature connections in their communities.
Our Natural Leaders Initiative offers multiple Legacy Camps each year, in regions across the US. Each camp is co-led by graduates of our Legacy Camp Instructor Training from the same region. This regional Legacy Camp approach creates teams of Natural Leaders who work together to build Community Action Plans and the partnerships needed to increase nature access for all.
Legacy Camp Instructor Training
Participants in Legacy Camp may be invited to further their leadership development by participating in Legacy Camp Instructor Training. Graduates return to their communities ready to co-lead regional Legacy Camps and build capacity for the children and nature movement.
Instructor training offers a thorough overview of the logistical planning required to implement a successful Legacy Camp; provides time for teams to develop regional plans; and "trains the trainers" in Legacy Camp's curriculum. Participants leave Instructor Training empowered and prepared to return as a team to plan, implement and co-lead Legacy Camp in their regions.
"Legacy Camp Instructor Training conveys the heart of Legacy Camp: the strategies, traditions, time for reflection — and the warm welcome offered to everyone." CJ Goulding, Natural Leaders Network and Legacy Camps
Thank you to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for their support, offering their beautiful training facilities for Legacy Camp Instructor Training at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
Customized Natural Leaders Training
Our Natural Leaders Initiative offers customized Legacy Camp training in partnership with organizations and communities. An example is our Legacy Camp partnership with Great Outdoors Colorado's (GOCO) Inspire Initiative, a five-year strategy aimed at inspiring Coloradans, particularity children, to appreciate, enjoy, and take care of Colorado's great outdoors.
If you are interested in partnering with the Natural Leaders Network to sponsor a Legacy Camp in your community, please contact our Natural Leaders Initiative Assistant Director.
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As a twenty-something with Hispanic heritage, I loved camping, hiking and kayaking. I noticed that I did not see as many people who looked like me when I was recreating outside. From this realization came my inspiration for North Texas Kids OutsideVictoria Serna
Through Victoria's leadership, Texas Outdoor Family, sponsored by Natural Leaders Network, hosted 54 children and families for a first-of- its-kind camping workshop. Bilingual volunteers assisted rangers in engaging with and interpreting for the diverse population of North Texas.
The energy and passion from the trainers and other camp participants throughout the Natural Leaders Legacy Camp was both inspiring and applicable. Since returning home, I have channeled that energy into creativity, drive, and a renewed focus for how I engage and support my community by connecting children and families with nature.Perri Rae Davis
I am so grateful for the opportunity to participate in the Legacy Camp. As a young professional, this training gave me the skills, confidence and support I needed to fight for something that I know will benefit my community.Sophie Sarkar
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University of California, Riverside a National Leader in African American Graduation Rates
University graduates black students at a higher rate than white students
WASHINGTON — The University of California, Riverside, has been recognized as one of the nation's best institutions in successfully graduating black students relative to their white counterparts, according to a new study released today.
While black student graduation rates lag white student graduation rates by about 22 percent nationally, UCR graduates black students at a rate 1.7 percent higher than white students, announced The Education Trust, a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organization that analyzed data from four-year colleges and universities in its report, "A Look at Black Student Success: Identifying Top- and Bottom-Performing Institutions."
"This report highlights what we've known for a while—that UCR is a national leader in student success," UCR Chancellor Kim Wilcox said. "This achievement has only been possible through a collaborative effort involving our entire campus community over a number of years."
The Education Trust report reviewed publicly available graduation data at 676 nonprofit institutions. In the report, the authors spotlight 18 universities and colleges that stand out for high graduation rates for black students, with slight, or no, completion gaps between black and white students.
UC Riverside is the only California-based institution among the 18, and is No. 2 among those 18 in its black students who complete their four-year educations. At UCR, 69.5 percent of black students graduate, compared with 41 percent nationally.
"This national ranking is a testament to the perseverance of our black scholars, and the support our department provides," said Ken Simons, director of African Student Programs (ASP) at UCR. "When we as a campus embrace our young black scholars and let them know that we appreciate their hard work, when we let them know their aspirations matter, that is all the empowerment they need to succeed."
Simons credits the success of UCR black students to an overall campus culture of inclusion, and to the ASP, founded at UCR in 1972. ASP provides resources for student success.
"Many scholars of African descent attending UCR are often the first in their families to go to college, and we know that they face more disparities and difficulties than UCR students on average," Simons said.
UCR has been recognized nationally for its lack of racial disparity in graduation rates. This past year, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) gave the university its 2016 "Project Degree Completion Award" for innovation in boosting graduation rates.
The Education Trust (EdTrust.org/HigherEd) is a Washington, D.C.-based education policy organization that promotes high academic achievement for students of all ages, with a goal of closing gaps in opportunity and achievement.
"After conducting nearly a decade of research on high-performing universities, we know that institutions that have the most success set clear improvement goals, mine their data to help identify problems and refine practices, and optimize the use of whatever resources they have," said Jose Luis Santos, vice president of higher education policy and practice at the Trust.
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Most of us are not brave enough to get a permanent tattoo. And so we resort to using henna instead. But sometimes, things can go out of hand. You may end up with a design you don't really like or you may simply have lost interest in it after some time. Or it could have been too much of a disaster and now you are left with nothing but mess on your skin. But don't you worry about it. All you have to do is follow some of these simple tips on how to remove henna from your skin and you won't have to deal with it again.
The good thing about getting a henna tattoo is that it wears after a few weeks. It is not permanent and as the skin naturally sheds off the old dead cells, the henna comes off with them too. The length of time it takes for henna to come off is usually at around 2 to 4 weeks. However, if 2 to 4 weeks is too long for you and you can't wait to get rid of it, here are some tips you could try to remove henna from your skin faster.
One good way to get the henna off your skin is by cleaning. And a good way to clean your skin is to exfoliate using scrubs. There are quite a number of soap scrubs available in the market today. They all have different scents and various offers for your skin. But you have to be careful in choosing the right scrub for you. Some scrubs may tend to be too tough on your skin, leading to rashes and irritation. So, when you have the perfect scrub, simply rub it over the tattooed area. Keep using your scrub until the henna comes off.
You can also make your own scrub instead of buying one. Just mix some milk and gram flour. Use this like any other scrub.
Another excellent way to remove henna from your skin fast is to apply some olive oil. Oil can fade henna tattoos. Just apply the oil liberally on the tattoo. For better and faster results, you may want to mix olive oil with other natural oils. Let the skin absorb the oil first before washing it away.
Sweating is also a great way to get rid of your henna tattoo. Sweat contains a lot of salt and other components that lessen the appearance of the tattoo. You don't have to anywhere to buy anything. All you have to do is get physical. Do something that can make you sweat, like exercising or staying in some warm place.
Warm water also helps remove henna from your skin. Just take a hot bath and soak up for about 20 minutes. You can also add some salt scrub into the water and use an exfoliating mitt while in the water.
Rough skin removers are also very helpful in removing henna from your skin. Just apply the remover on the area. But you have to check first for any allergic reactions to it.


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This low-impact, strength training series incorporates a variety of activities to increase overall muscle strength and increased stamina. Many of the exercised in this class are possible to participate in from a seated position in a chair.
PrimeTime Health also sponsors a number of high-quality information service programs on a variety of health and wellness topics.
The da Vinci® Robotic Surgical Systems at Gwinnett Medical Center–Lawrenceville and Gwinnett Medical Center–Duluth were designed to expand the surgeon's capabilities and—for the first time—offer a minimally invasive option for major surgery.
It is this state-of-the-art technology combined with the experience of a highly trained surgeon, robotic operating room nurses and a surgical technologist that can achieve the level of expertise that is critical in the success of utilizing this new technology.
The da Vinci Surgical System is the only commercially available technology that provides the surgeon with the precision, dexterity and control of traditional open surgery while only requiring 1–2 cm incisions.
To operate, the surgeon uses the master controls at an operating console to work the robotic arms like forceps.
As your surgeon manipulates the controls, the da Vinci responds in real time, translating his or her hand, wrist and finger movements into precise movements of miniaturized instruments.
When considering surgical treatment options, many patients ask, "Is it safe?"
The da Vinci Surgical System has been used successfully in tens of thousands of minimally invasive procedures worldwide. In addition, it offers multiple safety features, which help create the least invasive approach.
First and foremost, the da Vinci System does not make decisions or operate on its own. Every surgical maneuver is performed by your surgeon.
With robotic surgery, as with traditional methods, you are under the care of at least two medical professionals: your surgeon as well as his or her supporting team. Your surgeon requires at least one assistant at your side during surgery. This team-member assists with tasks such as switching between instruments to provide your surgeon with the optimal instrument for the procedure step being performed.
Just a few feet away, your surgeon operates using the console controls. As he or she maneuvers the controls, the robot responds. Tremor reduction minimizes unintended movements, which means that the robotic instruments can move in a more precise manner than a human hand.
Because the robot is doing the majority of the intensive work and your surgeon operates while seated, he or she experiences much less fatigue.
For a physician referral, call 678-312-5000 or click here to find a doctor and search "robotic surgery."
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Treks Model 821HH to be featured at MRS 2013 Fall Exhibit for use in Materials Research and Semiconductor Applications
15 August 2013 (Lockport, NY, USA) – TREK, INC. announces the introduction of Model 821HH, a hand-held 2kV electrostatic voltmeter which enables high-accuracy voltage measurement – in contacting or noncontacting mode – with virtually zero charge transfer. This capability is important to the semiconductor manufacturing industry, in materials research, and for applications sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). The unit expands Trek's ultra-high impedance Infinitron® product line.
Model 20/20C-HS to be featured at NA-PAC 13 for use in Particle Accelerators, Plasma Research and Dielectric Applications
July 31, 2013 (Lockport, NY, USA) TREK, INC. will introduce its third high-speed, high-voltage amplifier Model 20/20C-HS at the North American Particle Accelerator Conference (NA-PAC 13) in September. This new ±20 kV four-quadrant DC-stable amplifier provides high speed of response with slew rate greater than 800 V/µs, output current to ±60 mA peak AC, and large signal bandwidth of DC to greater than 5.2 kHz (1% distortion).
Model 511/1501 Includes Ionizer Kit & Surface Resistance
Meter in Compact Case
2 July 2013 (Medina, NY, USA) TREK, INC. will introduce its new ESD Audit Kit Model 511/1501 complete with Ionizer Kit & Surface Resistance Meter at the 2013 EOS/ESD Symposium and Exhibition, September 9 11 in Las Vegas. Treks ESD Audit Kit provides numerous technical capabilities in a user-friendly, portable, all-in-one case, helping operators and auditors to be more efficient on the production floor.
Model 158A to be featured at SEMICON® West for Evaluation of Ionizers in the Semiconductor Industry and other ESD-Sensitive Environments
18 June 2013 (Medina, NY, USA) TREK, INC. will introduce a new compact charged plate monitor with user-friendly features Model 158A at SEMICON® West 2013 being held July 9 11 in San Francisco. This new CPM includes a large LCD color graphic display, superior data collection & storage capability, touch screen & function key controls, and programmable start/stop voltages for +/-decay mode measurements.
Model 10/40A-HS to be featured at IEEE Plasma Conference for use in Electrostatic Deflection,
Material Characterization, Plasma, and Surface Modification Applications
28 May 2013 (Medina, NY, USA) – TREK, INC. will introduce its newest high-speed, high-voltage amplifier – Model 10/40A-HS – at the IEEE Pulsed Power & Plasma Science Conference (PPPS 2013) in June. This new ±10 kV four-quadrant DC-stable amplifier provides high speed of response with slew rate greater than 900 V/µs, high output current to ±120 mA peak AC, and large signal bandwidth of DC to greater than 23 kHz (-3dB).
New Model 646 ESC Supply Enhances E-Chuck Efficiency in Semiconductor, Photovoltaic/Solar
and Other Electrostatic-Driven Handling Processes
14 February 2013 (Medina, NY, USA) – TREK, INC. will introduce its newest Electrostatic Chuck Supply – Trek Model 646 – at Booth #738 at SVC TechCon 2013 being held in the Providence, Rhode Island Convention Center, April 23-24, 2013.
Trek's Model 646 offers a reliable, versatile solution for manufacturing environments where mechanical handling must be avoided, such as in semiconductor, photovoltaic/solar, and other electrostatic-driven handling processes.
Model 511 Offers Economical and Reliable Solution for Monitoring Electrostatic Fields in Semiconductor, Photovoltaic/Solar and,Electronics Manufacturing and for Materials R & D
3 July 2012 (Medina, NY, USA) – TREK, INC., a designer and manufacturer of high-voltage amplifiers and electrostatic voltmeters will introduce a new Field Meter (Model 511) during SEMICON® West, an annual event for the global microelectronics industry, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco July 10 – 12, 2012. Trek's Model 511 Hand-Held Field Meter offers an economical and reliable solution for monitoring electrostatic fields which if left unchecked could cause damage to products or manufacturing facilities especially in the semiconductor, photovoltaic/solar and electronics industries. The field meter will be on display at Trek's Booth #1123.
Trek's Model 50/12 High-Voltage Amplifier is first of its class to deliver 100kV peak-to-peak.
9 November 2011 (Medina, NY) - Trek's Model 50/12 high-voltage bipolar amplifier reaches voltage levels previously considered impossible. Recent developments in high-voltage technology and circuit design at Trek enabled the development of this groundbreaking amplifier which delivers ±50kV (100kV peak-to-peak) for dielectric evaluations, electrostatic deflection, HV testing and plasma studies.
Model PZD700A Addresses Need for High Speed and Precise Control for Piezoelectric, Electro-optic, MEMS & Semiconductor Applications
15 June 2011 (Medina, NY) – Trek Model PZD700A provides a large signal bandwidth greater than 125 kHz (-3dB) and a small signal bandwidth greater than 200 kHz (-3dB). This bandwidth capability is especially important in new piezo and piezo-stack applications, which require the high current levels as provided by this new amplifier from Trek.
Trek also offers a PZD700A M/S design which delivers twice the current capability (double the power) of the standard PZD700A models.
Model 10/10B-HS featured at SPIE Smart Structures Conference for use in Electrostatic Deflection, Material Characterization and Plasma Applications
15 April 2011 (Medina, NY) - This new ±10 kV four-quadrant DC-stable amplifier provides high speed of response with slew rate greater than 700 V/µs, high output current to 40 mA peak AC, and large signal bandwidth of DC to greater than 19.5 kHz (-3dB).
news release | product page | data sheet PDF
Model 2100HF Delivers High-Frequency, High-Speed, Wide-Bandwidth Performance for Applications in MEMS and Electro-Optics, Materials Research & Piezoelectrics
7 March 2011 (Medina, NY) - Trek Model 2100HF delivers high-frequency, high-speed, wide-bandwidth performance for use in MEMS, electro-optic, materials research, piezoelectric and ultrasonic applications. This product will be featured at Trek's Booth #434 at the American Physical Society (APS Physics) March Meeting in Dallas, Texas, March 21-23, 2011.
New Series Addresses Market Need for Cost-Effective High Performance in Electro-optic, MEMS, Piezoelectric and Other Applications
14 July 2010 (Medina, NY) – TREK, INC., a designer and manufacturer of high-voltage power amplifiers and high-performance electrostatic instrumentation, introduced its 2200 Series of 40 Watt High Voltage Amplifiers. Trek's 2200 Series offers a desirable combination of high performance and attractive pricing. The three initial models of the 2200 Series – Model 2205, 2210 and 2220 – provide output voltage ranges of ±500 V, ±1 kV, ±2 kV (respectively). The 40 Watt reference equates to 40 watts peak, 20 watts RMS.
news release | product page | data sheet PDF
On February 1, 2018, an agreement was reached for Advanced Energy Industries, Inc., to acquire all shares of Trek Holding Co. Ltd. ("Trek") , a designer and manufacturer of High Voltage (HV) power amplifiers and high-performance electrostatic instruments, sensors and monitors.
27 May 2015 (Lockport, NY, USA) – Trek was recently recognized as a winner of Interactive Health's "Healthiest Companies in America" award. Selection was based on Trek's achieving a low health risk status while sustaining high employee participation in the company's wellness program.
"It is an honor to be included in the Healthiest Companies list since it reflects Trek's commitment to the overall health and well-being of its employees," said Michael Dehn, President of TREK, INC. "Interactive's wellness program encourages our employees to pursue healthy lifestyles and smart choices both inside and outside the workplace. We especially like the program's ability to provide early detection and identification of health risk factors so that employees can take action sooner than later."
Treks ESD Audit Kit is Utilized as Contest Prize at EOS/ESD Symposium
25 September 2014 (Lockport, NY, USA) – In support of the ESD Association and its annual Symposium, TREK, INC. donated one of the company's ESD products – ESD Audit Kit (Model 511/1501) – to the ESDA. Trek's Audit Kit was utilized as a contest prize by the ESDA at its 2014 EOS/ESD Symposium held earlier this month in Tucson, AZ. The lucky recipient of the Audit Kit is employed at one of the world's largest manufacturers of digital storage devices located in Milpitas, CA.
Company Positioned for Growth Enabled by Adaptive Re-use of Historic Site
1 November 2013 (Lockport, NY, USA) TREK, INC. moved its headquarters and production from Medina, NY to a newly refurbished historically-significant facility in Lockport, NY.
Michael Dehn, TREK, INC. President, said, This relocation positions the company for growth by addressing Treks strategic need for expanded manufacturing capabilities, ready-access to skilled workers and proximity to Treks Technology Center and to SUNY Buffalo. The relocation project is an excellent example of adaptive re-use of an existing but vacated property within a community that will benefit from Treks presence, employment, and economic impact. The move was supported and assisted by the City of Lockport, Niagara County and New York State.
Novel Technology Increases Cutting/Drilling Productivity for Aerospace, Automotive, Commercial, Medical, Military/Defense, Optics and Space Applications
1 August 2012 (Medina, NY, USA) – TREK, INC., a designer and manufacturer of high-voltage amplifiers and electrostatic voltmeters has established a strategic partnership with M4 Sciences LLC which leverages technical strengths from both companies to provide high-productivity ultra-precision machining technology for use in aerospace, automotive, commercial, consumer, industrial, medical, military/defense, optics and space applications.
M4 Sciences (W. Lafayette, Indiana) is a designer and developer of advanced technologies for ultra-precision machining.
8 June 2012 (Medina, NY, USA) – TREK, INC., a designer and manufacturer of high-voltage amplifiers and electrostatic voltmeters, has one of its products onboard a satellite recently launched in Japan.
TREK JAPAN KK, an affiliate of TREK, INC., has been working with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Kyushu Institute of Technology (KIT) to find ways to protect orbiting satellites from damage.
A major contributor to satellite damage is electrostatic discharge (ESD), which many of us experience when touching a light switch after shuffling our feet across a synthetic carpet. This kind of discharge occurs between conducting (metal) and non-conducting (non-metal) materials on a satellite.
(Medina, NY) - Trek has established a new Trek Technology Center in nearby Lockport, NY. Trek's R&D and Engineering groups now occupy two floors of the recently renovated Canal Street Building in downtown Lockport. This move enables the two groups to work closely together on projects designed to expand the company's future product offerings. The move also allows Trek to increase production floor space and capacity at its Medina, NY location in response to increased demand for the company's current products.
"This investment demonstrates Trek's commitment to technology, innovation and new products which address the evolving needs of our global marketplace. We are well-respected in the markets we serve and look forward to expanding our presence in other markets in the future," said Michael Dehn, President of TREK, INC.
Local coverage:
- Buffalo Business First Online
- Lockport Union-Sun & Journal Online
Additional news about Trek and its business and technical developments will be posted here as it becomes available.


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Talk:List of Artifacts
This is the talk page for discussing improvements to the List of Artifacts article.
|Old and/or inactive discussions have been moved to the /Archive subpage.
Entries requiring confirmation
If the correct variant of the following items could be confirmed in-game by any sharp-eyed editors, that would be grand. These variants come from duplicate entries or mismatches across List of Artifacts and the Omnibus List which couldn't be resolved by forum searches and common sense. Please feel free to add to this list anything you think merits checking. If you have an observation, some evidence, or act on anything in this list, please share a note here to help future editors! Please be sure to sign and timestamp (using --~~~~) your notes. --Djonni (talk) 06:08, 27 May 2018 (UTC)
- Dragon Dungeon map
/Dragons Dungeons map/Dragon dungeon map etc. A quick forum search of each variant only showed evidence of "Dragon Dungeon map", but the most recent of those is from 2013, so I consider that unconfirmed. --Djonni (talk) 06:08, 27 May 2018 (UTC)Confirmed Dragon Dungeon map in my inventory today. --Djonni (talk) 11:44, 31 October 2018 (UTC)
- Suspect package/suspicious package. Are they both really in the game? A search for each on the forum shows nothing for either (nothing indicative of in-game presence, anyway). --Djonni (talk) 06:08, 27 May 2018 (UTC)
- Viscious circle/vicious circle/vicious cycle. Forum records sighting of viscious circle from 2017. Do vicious circle and vicious cycle also exist? --Djonni (talk) 06:08, 27 May 2018 (UTC)
- "Your god loves you!" poster/"Your deity loves you!" poster. The 'deity' variant has never appeared in the forums, and the 'god' variant not since 2014. I'm inclined to delete them both — my guess is it was QC'd since the extant version ('god') didn't inflect for god{|||ess} gender, and the 'deity' version never actually appeared in-game. --Djonni (talk) 06:08, 27 May 2018 (UTC)
- Part of the problem with entry-confirmation is the same as the issue with retired monsters/artifacts: You can't prove a negative. There's really no way of knowing for sure that something isn't in the game, the only thing we can say is whether or not anyone's seen one. So, we might perhaps eliminate some of these, should current "sightings" be offered for both variants (positive confirmation). But no matter how many people say they haven't seen something, that doesn't really prove it doesn't exist.
- About the only hope we have for eliminating any of these questionable entries is for the person who added it to come forward and say, "Oh, yeah, I probably just typoed that, I wasn't looking at {my hero's diary, the crossword, etc.} when I wrote it." Otherwise, they're likely just going to be there forever, questionable as they may be. Which isn't the worst thing in the world. (In the cases where an article ends up getting written about one of the variants, we could certainly redirect/link the other(s) to that same article. I don't think competing spellings / wordings prevent us from considering two variations on a theme as being the same artifact.) -- FeRDNYC (talk) 08:49, 3 September 2018 (UTC)
- We obviously have very similar thinking when it comes to the problem of evidence of absence 😊
- You are right, of course, unless there are (unlikely) changes to the API. That said, listing them here isn't useless — it just so happens that my hero has one of the artifacts I listed above in his inventory right now, so I'm striking it from the list in this edit :) --Djonni (talk) 11:44, 31 October 2018 (UTC)
Artifact types
I think the taxonomy of the current Artifact Types scheme is neat, but perhaps no longer adequate since the advent of fishing. There are now activatables that are not bold; there are now items that can only be gained by fishing, not represented in the current taxonomy.
I'd propose introducing an additional category — F — for fishing artifacts, and then adding all relevant tags to the type column in the table. So, for example, the orange box would have F and @ in the type column, but not B, since it is a non-bold activatable that can only be gained by fishing.--Djonni (talk) 02:00, 4 June 2018 (UTC)
- And perhaps an L for laboratory parts? --Djonni (talk) 11:43, 4 June 2018 (UTC)
- Somewhat along the same lines, I'm wondering if the "U"nique artifact type shouldn't perhaps be designated "M" for "Monster's artifact", instead. Because:
- That's what we call them in the Monsters' Artifacts article about them, and it's the name of the associated category.
- I don't believe that anyone has ever actually indicated that those artifacts are, technically, unique — in other words, there could be a dozen heroes walking around with Brutal smiles, if each of them killed a Cheshire rat.
- Non-unique "unique" items just seems misleading. -- FeRDNYC (talk) 03:41, 31 August 2018 (UTC)
- Somewhat along the same lines, I'm wondering if the "U"nique artifact type shouldn't perhaps be designated "M" for "Monster's artifact", instead. Because:
- Thinking about this more, I'm kind of down on the idea of turning the Type column into some sort of encoded artifact telemetry. Not that I'm saying the information shouldn't be in the table, just that I'm not sure how much good it's doing to maintain an inscrutable encoded column for it. Especially if that column holds more than one character.
- If 'Type' is just one of @/B/H/U or nothing, then you could make the argument that the column is sortable (though we don't currently allow sorting by the column), which could make finding all of a certain type of artifact easier. But if it can contain multiple flags, which can also (therefore) be in any given order, then it isn't even really useful for that. So I'm not sure what the win is of having a table like this:
Artifacts My cool artifact B@USome special info about the artifact
- vs. a table like this:
Artifacts My cool artifact[bold, activatable, monster's] Some special info about the artifact
- ...The downsides are:
- additional typing involved
- greater possibility of users introducing variation in things like capitalization, formatting, etc.
- The upsides are:
- simpler source text formatting (one fewer
||per line)
- you don't need a key to translate the type flags
- you can use the browser's Find In Page functionality to search for artifacts with those flags. (There's no way to search for a "U" in the type column without it matching every letter U on the page.)
- simpler source text formatting (one fewer
- -- FeRDNYC (talk) 04:05, 31 August 2018 (UTC)
- ...The downsides are:
Are body parts really artifacts?
The list currently has a number of entries like
[[Eye of the %monster%]],
[[Fur of the %monster%]], etc. By giving each a table row and wikilinked title, the implication is that each entry is an artifact worthy of an article about it.
But I would argue that these entries are less like the other artifacts than they're like the prefixes in the List of Monsters, or the abilities for Boss-monsters. There's no value in a wiki article about "Eye of the _____", and a separate article about "Fur of the _____"... any more than there would be in an article about a "Loaded _____" or an "Overhearing _____", separate from the article about the "_____" monster itself.
As such, I think the selection of monster body-part artifact prefixes should be handled the same way: in a separate table or list at the start of the article, rather than being scattered throughout the main table of artifacts itself. -- FeRDNYC (talk) 06:25, 6 February 2019 (UTC)
Separate out the seasonal / short-term artifacts?
In addition to / concert with my previous item, the set of "limited-time" artifacts has once again grown with the arrival of this year's April Fool thing-in-itself. (Not to mention, somewhat reductively, all of the other container types it can itself contain. Not that I feel those generic containers should have individual articles of their own, under any circumstances; heck, I could easily be convinced they shouldn't be in the list.) But even ignoring those, we still have (in addition to thing-in-itself) artifacts like: 🎉3000-days gold coin🎉, 🦃Roasted turkey, The many Christmas Artifacts (Bengal light, Christmas cracker, Christmas miracle, Fireworks set, Priceless gift, Really priceless gift, Tinsel pack, Vial of holiday spirit, Xmas stocking), and the various snow-related artifacts, many of which I believe are seasonal.
I'm torn between two desires:
- Wanting to just list everything in alphabetical order, for easiest searching/updating/reference.
- Wanting to separate the seasonal/temporary ones out, so they can be documented differently. Possibly adding a column detailing when each appears, instead of relegating it to the Notes field. Or just having an area where more involved explanations are expected, so that for example the thing-in-itself entry could also include a list of the different containers that might be found inside, or a discussion of its godpower progression (or, regression).
Being split on this even just among myself isn't great, since those two goals work opposite each other. (Although they don't have to, I suppose. For instance, the main table could contain short entries, with anchor-links down to the table of additional data. I just thought of that so I'm not sure what I think of it yet.) -- FeRDNYC (talk) 10:21, 2 April 2019 (UTC)
- Of course, only now I discover that the thing-in-itself was added way back in October 2017... is this not the first time we've seen the recursive-artifact effect? Or is the item a year-round one that just received temporary special powers? (I notice it wasn't originally listed as activatable.) -- FeRDNYC (talk) 10:27, 2 April 2019 (UTC)
- To be honest, both possibility have their pros and cons and we could probably talk about it for years. Having one list allow easier referencing as you said, while an apart seasonal list help notify them as seasonal.
- Personnaly, I'd go with the second one for two reasons : firstly seasonal artifact are not there all the time; secondly: it helps searching for those special artifact when the event is on, and last but not least, it will display the fact there is special events. --WardPhoenix (talk) 18:39, 2 April 2019 (UTC)
- That's three, three reasons! (I didn't expect a kind of Spanish Inquisition!)
- Kidding aside, yeah I'm sort of leaning that way myself. It'll allow us to document the special things so much better.
- The main argument I can see for not separating the list — to keep everything in alphabetical order for both completionists and crossword-solvers — I suspect wouldn't be an issue really. Not unless seasonal items show up in the crossword even when they're not currently in season. I could be wrong, but it would surprise me if that occurred very frequently, or at all. -- FeRDNYC (talk) 02:38, 3 April 2019 (UTC)


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