Hello all! It's been a while since I've posted. But it's January – the time of year when all runners start to turn their attention to the spring racing season. Ottawa is no exception: despite the -40C windchill outside today, you're all starting to consider the road to Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend (TORW). And many of you start your training plan in the next week or two.
It was -25C, before windchill, when I ran this Hypothermic Half a few years back. My mouth is open; I'm likely swearing.
I thought that as a public service, I'd post a few tips, especially for those who are attempting their first half in 2019. Most of these also apply if you are training for a full; both are distance runs, and a degree of discipline and planning is required if you wish to finish the race and be happy with the result.
Set a realistic goal. A good rule of thumb, if you don't know what's reasonable, would be to take your typical 10k finish time, double it, and then add about 20 minutes. Are you a 50-minute 10k runner? Then 50×2 = 100, plus 20 = 120 minutes. So you could reasonably expect to finish a half in two hours. Put another way: if you have never done a 50-minute 10k, do not try a sub-2:00 half, because you will likely end the race disappointed in the result – and maybe in yourself. And who wants that? If you want to try something a bit more scientific, you can consult the free McMillan Running Calculator. If you have a good sense of what your typical 10k time is, you can enter it and the calculator will spit out your expected pace/splits for a half. It's pretty good.
Tuesday: intervals (typically about 45 minutes in total, comprising many sets of intervals with rest periods built in). Interval pace can vary from your race pace, to faster-than-your-5k pace.
Thursday: tempo run (typically about 50 minutes).
Saturday: tempo run (typically about 40-45 minutes) – or strength work (see below).
Sunday: long/slow run (distance based – build up from a 10k base and get up to about 20k).
If you have the time, work strength training into your off days. Especially core and upper-body, because these parts of your body will get you through the last 2km or so, when your legs start to give up the ghost and the lactic acid takes its toll. Someone once told me that your legs will get you most of the way, but your core and upper body will see you to the finish line. If you only have four days per week to work out, I would personally recommend only three runs (i.e., drop a tempo run) so you can do strength on the fourth day.
Commit to – and stick to – the plan. You simply can't skip training runs, if you want to meet your goal. This is an endurance event you are training for – so you can't get away with good intentions – you've gotta do the time. The only exceptions here would be an injury or some sort of significant illness. Otherwise, do the runs – all of them. If the weather is bad, find a treadmill. If you are under the weather, but not totally down & out, try to do the run, but perhaps a bit shorter or with a bit less intensity. Get to a point where the weekly run cadence is engrained in your head and immutable.
Plan the run, and run the plan. I cannot overstate the importance of this one, simple piece of wisdom. In running circles, people regularly say it – but not many of us heed it, especially in the first big race. Having diligently having trained for the race, we explode with enthusiasm and burst out of the start like we are Captain America, at least 30s/km faster than we've ever run in our lives. In a 5k or 10k race, that will definitely come back to bite you – but you'll get away with it, and probably finish. For a half or full, however, you could actually blow up and not finish the race. If your plan is geared toward a 6:00/km average pace, force yourself – especially in the first 3km – to run no faster than that pace. Trust me: watch your GPS like a hawk, and trust the plan and your training.
The 2012 Scotiabank Half-Marathon in Toronto. My (fairly ambitious – but achievable) goal was 1:40:00 or less. The clock here reflected gun time, not my time. I finished in 1:39:53, thanks to committing to my goal, watching my pace (note Garmin GPS on left wrist) and sticking with my training. And I also acknowledge my coach yelling at me on course.
Be careful with your long/slow run distance. As a rule of thumb, you should not increase the distance of a long run by more than 10% or so in any given week. Otherwise, you risk injury. You may want to push it a bit, at first, but trust me: your long runs will eventually get long enough – so be patient!
Long/slow runs are just that: long, SLOW runs. I made this mistake in my early training. I ran all my long runs at roughly race pace. It felt like I could, so I did. I remember my coach, after reviewing my training log, telling me something along the lines of, "you can't run all your runs at race pace – would you normally run a race four times in a week?" Again, you'll risk injury by doing this. Personally, my slow pace ended up being about 20s/km slower than my goal pace.
Long … SLOW … runs.
If possible, get a GPS watch. You can't know how you are doing if you don't check in regularly vs. your goal pace. Having a GPS watch is your best chance of staying on target. If you don't currently have one and can afford it, buy one; if not, perhaps borrow one from a friend … and train with it. Many runners use their phone's GPS, but I would caution that phones can be inaccurate at times: based on my friends' anecdotal experience, mobile phone apps tend to overstate your pace and/or distance a bit (i.e., making you think you ran more quickly and/or longer than you actually did). But a phone GPS is better than no GPS.
Or, go low-tech. If a GPS isn't in the cards, you can purchase a pace band that shows elapsed time for each kilometre of your run, for a given distance and goal time (you can get these at most running stores like Running Room). With a pace band, you can check progress against your watch based on elapsed time for a given distance, instead of having to check pace in the moment. The downside of this approach is that you'll have fewer opportunities to "check in" … and it could be a bit trickier to correct if you drift from the plan, because you find out later.
Consider no music. I fully realize that some runners would call this heresy. I personally do not listen to music when I run. I eschew tunes because I like to clear my head while running, and I like to listen to my foot cadence and breathing as part of that experience. It's really my only chance to "zone out" and be a bit mindful, and I take full advantage. It is also a safer practice – because you will not be distracted by music when running and can readily hear other runners, approaching bikes, cars, etc. I realize you may not subscribe to this philosophy, but perhaps try it sometime. Plus, if you adopt this approach, on race day you'll get to hear all the people cheering – there's nothing better!
Learn to use fuel. Experiment during training with different types of fuel. I prefer chews (similar to gummies), but some prefer gels or the newer maple syrup-based products that provide the needed energy/carbs to get you to the finish. In the early days of your training, experiment a bit on your long runs, and find what suits you best. Then stick with what works for the balance of your training and for race day. I would generally use between one and two packs of chews for a half (e.g., take a few chews 15 minutes before you start, and then a few at the 6k, 12k and 18k points). NOTE: fuel is NOT something you should try the first time on race day; you have to have used it prior, so you know that it will not affect your gastro system.
Ditto hydration. Most of us bring water with us on long runs. For organized races, water stations are usually found every 4km or so so you don't have to carry it. But be sure you are rehydrating enough. The rule of thumb is, if you feel thirsty it's already too late – but drink only to thirst and no more. As you train, you'll learn how much and how often.
And, electrolytes. Your chews or gels may have electrolytes; and often on course you'll be offered either water or electrolyte drinks at water stations. Just make sure you're getting some, to replenish what the sodium and potassium you lose from sweat. If you don't, you may end up with some unwelcome cramping late in the race.
Don't get adventurous with diet. Find what works best for your long run. Not just what you eat, but how long before your run you do so. For me, it's oatmeal with brown sugar and a small black coffee, a couple of hours before gun time. You want to ensure that you work anything through your system well before gun time. Once you find something that works, don't mess with it! Do the same thing, at the same time, every time. Boring? Perhaps. But you won't find yourself in GI distress come race day.
Listen to your body. If something starts to hurt, don't fight it. Dial back the distance, volume or intensity, and see if the pain goes away. If not, talk to a physiotherapist and address the issue. Note that there is a difference between "aches" and "pain" … if it aches, that's normal: your body learning to achieve new limits and you should press on. If there is pain, that's a problem, and needs to be addressed (see, "PT and RMT" below).
Get to know your PT and RMT. This is obviously a function of how much you can afford; but if you can afford to consult a physiotherapist for rehabilitation (if you feel pain), then do so. If you can afford massage therapy every 4-6 weeks, schedule it in. Note: IMHO, the best massage is one that actually hurts (i.e., deep-tissue massage, not the light stuff). Try to get PTs/RMTs who understand running and the typical issues that runners have (e.g., tight IT band, sore Achilles tendon, tight calves, plantar fasciitis, etc.).
Find some friends for the long/slow runs. There are two reasons for this: (i) they are long runs, so having friends along helps pass the time and make it fun; and (ii) it creates a sense of joint accountability: it's harder to blow off a run if you know others are expecting you. Your friends will also egg you along on some of those more … "character-building" long runs when you just can't find what you need to finish. If you don't have a group of friends who run or are new to the area, consider joining the free runs run by Running Room or Run Ottawa – trust me, you'll meet new friends!
This is my Sunday Run Club – a great crew that I've logged countless miles with. Below that are some of my Run Ottawa crew – people I run with at many local races, and practice with on Thursday evenings. They are all among my best friends.
Some of my Sunday Run Club buddies. We log the long miles, together, all year round on Sunday mornings. Great runners … great people … and great friends.
Some of the Run Ottawa crew, with whom I run at numerous races year-round, and practice on Thursday evenings. Yes, there is beer.
Leverage the free energy. If you are in a race with spectators, embrace them. Say thank you, high-five people, gesture to them to get them cheering louder (I promise you, they will!). They are there to help you!
Train up for the distance. I've covered this elsewhere, but for a half, make sure you've done a long run of 20km. For a full, you have to be careful: go up to 35km but don't push it (you would not want to injure yourself as you get close to your race!). Pace doesn't matter for these runs … it's about "time on feet" or "junk miles" or whatever you want to call it.
Play mental games, to pass the time. I will (for example) pick a signpost or other object up ahead, and try to guess how many paces it will take me to get there. See how close you can guess; and then do it again with another object in the distance. This will occupy your brain (because you have to count the paces). Or try to run a certain number of steps, exactly, in a minute – again, to keep your brain busy and occupy your mind while keeping on going. If you are a bit more aggressive, you can pick a runner ahead of you and make it your goal to pass that runner. Then pick another. And so on.
Try not to walk. It's really difficult to get running again, once your brain gives your legs "permission" to walk that first time. It is far preferable to just slow down to a shuffle, than to walk – because you'll keep the running motion going.
Check in on your form. When things start to get tough, do a mental checklist of your form from time to time. Is my head up? Shoulders back & chest expanded (expanded lungs = more oxygen to the blood & muscles)? Core engaged? Slight body lean forward (but from the ankles, not the waist)? Just going through this checklist will help you recover from slumping, and it will make you feel stronger. It will also keep your brain busy/engaged.
If using a phone, play music that amps you up! As I state above, I don't play music myself … but if you are, find something that cranks you up and play it.
Finally – and I purposefully put this last – HAVE FUN. This is your first half (or full). It would be a shame only to focus on the end result, and not the journey! Have fun on your long runs and meet new friends. Challenge yourself to new bests when doing intervals. On race day, soak in the pre-race vibe. Say hi to the folks around you in the corral. Smile – not just when near a photographer, but throughout the run. Look around, soak in the sights, and relish the fact that you are able to run in the first place. Thank the volunteers. High-five the kids who have been waiting to watch you run by. Congratulate those around you at the finish. And enjoy that bagel and banana – YOU DID IT.
Ottawa Marathon, 2014. This was at the 17k point. I tried – successfully – to whoop up the crowd. They were very obliging!
I hope you find some value from the tips above. Finishing your first half or full is a life milestone that you will never forget. And it's something that precious few of us achieve – so be proud!


Ousted Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit Gets $6.7 Million In 'Sorry About That' MoneyDecent going-away present, I guess.
The Tuesday Massacre and Vikram Pandit's OusterA long-running conflict with the board forced Pandit out.
Want to Buy Vikram Pandit's Greenwich Home?It's on the market.
Vikram Pandit Gets Paid Too Much, Say Citigroup ShareholdersThey voted against an executive-compensation proposal.
How Vikram Pandit Got His Groove BackHint: $$$.
Citigroup Earnings Up 74 PercentNot bad.
Citigroup Earnings Beat Expectations!Of course, expectations weren't very high to begin with.
Mike Mayo Knows Exactly What He's Wearing to Meet Vikram PanditJust because he hates Citigroup doesn't mean he won't show it respect.
Still No Raise for Vikram PanditSad trombone sound for Citigroup CEO.
Vikram Pandit Has Been Watching Too Much Citizen KaneCitibank's CEO feels "uncomfortable" at the top.
Here Is a Photo of Vikram Pandit Holding a FalconFun!
Citigroup Thanks America Effusively for Allowing It to Make $4.4 BillionVikram Pandit likes you, he really likes you!
Vikram Pandit, Wine WasterThe Citigroup CEO orders a $350 bottle of wine and doesn't finish it.
Vikram Pandit Has a Smile on His Face and a Glimmer in His EyeA glimmer of money.
Taxpayers Making Out Like Pandits on Citi BailoutThe government is set to make an $8 billion profit on its sale of Citi stocks.
Vikram Pandit Is Doing Krishna's WorkThe Citigroup CEO says his "Eastern upbringing" is helping him lead the bank.
Citigroup Brags About Awesome Pay PackagesIn contrast to its competitors, the "financial supermarket" is proud of the deals it can offer employees.
Citi Community Is Already Responding to Vikram Pandit's BlogHe has commenters!
Sylvia's DeliversVikram Pandit has already ordered biscuits.
Vikram Pandit Is Eating His Feelings AgainThe Citigroup CEO has become a Sylvia's regular.
Citigroup Spokesman Doesn't Know Anything About a Multi-Million-Dollar Theft at His CompanyWhereabouts of arses and elbows also in dispute.
IRS Helps Citigroup with Massive Tax BreakTime to rage, populists.
Citigroup Touts Strength As It Prepares to Pay Back TARP"Citi is among the strongest banks in the industry," CEO Vikram Pandit says, as the bank prepares to pay back $45 billion in TARP money.
Citigroup Is Dying to Pay Back Its TARP FundsIn which Daily Intel and the banking behemoth find themselves curiously in the same boat.
Vikram Pandit Will Continue to Make $1 Per YearThe Citigroup CEO continues his reign of austerity.
Citigroup Posts Loss, Tries to Make It Sound Like ProfitNo one was really fooled.
Sheila Bair Rains on Vikram Pandit's ParadeThe FDIC chairwoman thinks the A+ grade the Citigroup CEO got for his performance sounds a little too good to be true.
Is Vikram Pandit an Idiot? Or Just Kind of a Dork?A new report and book present conflicting views of the Citigroup CEO.
Citi May Part Ways With Castle-Owning TraderThe specter of public furor over Andrew Hall's bonus may cause the bank to let go of one of its star traders. But at what price?
Which Wall Street Bigwigs Have 'Social Issues' With One Another?Wall Street's top guys are basically a bunch of mean girls.
Citigroup Turns to ScienceThe bank has put a physicist in charge of strategy.
Please Adopt Citigroup's Toxic Assets!They're just like adorable, cuddly puppies, according to CEO Pandit.
Where Citigroup's Going, They Don't Need RoadsCiti is becoming a "bank of the future" by catering to folks just like us.
Post 'Rising Star' Is Actually FallingThe tabloid accidentally celebrates a Citigroup executive's demotion.
Vikram Pandit: Rearranging Executives in Order to Hide Behind Them?Are the management changes at Citi about "positioning the company for the future," or saving Vikram Pandit's job?


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How Much Money Do Magazine Writers Make?
by Rick Suttle
Freelance magazine writers can earn more than those employed by magazines.
1 What Does a Fashion Magazine Columnist Earn?
2 Children's Book Editor Job Salary
3 How Much Does a Children's Book Writer Make a Year?
4 How Much Would an Editorial Assistant Make?
While many writers dream of becoming best-selling novelists, it's magazine articles that pay the bills for many writers. Magazine writers work for publishers who sell health, business, entertainment, travel and weekly news publications, while freelancers get assignments through query letters. Query letters allow freelancers to get assignments on spec, meaning they get paid in advance. Magazine writers earn salaries averaging $50,000 annually.
Most magazine writers who work for publishers have at least bachelor's degrees in journalism, communications or creative writing. Freelancers do not necessarily need a college degree, but many take creative writing classes before submitting their articles. Freelancers with expertise in business, art or other topics may substitute experience and other degrees for degrees in journalism. Other essential requirements are determination, creativity, persistence and social perceptiveness. (See references 1 to 5)
Salary and Qualifications
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics combines magazine writers' salaries with newspaper, book and directory publisher writers, which averaged $51,510 as of May 2012. Freelance magazine writers earned average salaries of $55,000 per year as of 2013, according to Indeed, while the overall average for magazine writers was $50,000. Freelance magazine writers get paid by the article. They earn pennies per word for articles in many small publications, and up to $2.50 per word in Reader's Digest, according to the 2013 Writer's Market Deluxe Edition. Men's Health pays as much as $5,000 for feature articles. (See references 6, 7 and 10)
Salary by Region
In 2013, average salaries for magazine writers varied significantly in most U.S. regions. In the South region, they earned the highest salaries ($59,000) in Washington, D.C., and the lowest ($43,000) in Louisiana, according to Indeed. Those in the West made between $35,000 and $55,000, respectively, in Hawaii and California. Magazine writers earned $43,000 to $61,000 per year, respectively, in Maine and New York, which were the lowest and highest salaries in the Northeast. In the Midwest, they earned the most in Illinois and least in South Dakota — $54,000 and $38,000, respectively. (See references 7 to 9 and resource 1)
Most magazine writers earn more with experience. Those who work for publishers can earn annual merit increases, or advance into associate editor positions. Experienced freelancers may write articles more quickly than novices, which can earn them higher annual incomes. They also know how to better query magazine publishers for assignments. The BLS reports that independent writers, including freelance magazine writers, make $102,470 annually as of May 2012 — versus $68,420 for all writers and authors. (See reference 2)
The BLS doesn't forecast jobs for magazine writers. It does project a 6 percent increase in jobs for writers and authors, which includes magazine writers. This relatively low growth rate is largely due to the shuttering of some print magazines such as Newsweek. Magazine writers can still find jobs with online periodicals, as people want "real time" news they can get online. Magazine writers can still expect stiff competition for magazine assignments, whether they are employed by periodicals or freelance. (See reference 1 and resource 3)
2016 Salary Information for Writers and Authors
Writers and authors earned a median annual salary of $61,240 in 2016, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On the low end, writers and authors earned a 25th percentile salary of $43,130, meaning 75 percent earned more than this amount. The 75th percentile salary is $83,500, meaning 25 percent earn more. In 2016, 131,200 people were employed in the U.S. as writers and authors.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook: What Writers and Authors Do
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Employment Statistics: Writers and Authors
About Freelance Writing: Writing Magazine Articles - A FAQ
Indeed: Freelance Magazine Writer Salary
Indeed: Magazine Writer Salary
Indeed: Magazine Writer Salary in Maine, and New York
Indeed: Magazine Writer Salary in Hawaii, and California
Indeed: Magazine Writer Salary in Louisiana, and Washington, DC
Writer's Market Deluxe Edition 2013: Consumer Magazines
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook: Writers and Authors
Career Trend: Writers and Authors
The Writer: Information Site
Writer's Digest: Information Site
Mashable: Final Newsweek Cover a Poetic Farewell to Print
Indeed: Magazine Writer Salary in South Dakota, and Illinois
Suttle, Rick. "How Much Money Do Magazine Writers Make?" Work - Chron.com, http://work.chron.com/much-money-magazine-writers-make-22710.html. Accessed 20 January 2020.
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Suttle, Rick. "How Much Money Do Magazine Writers Make?" accessed January 20, 2020. http://work.chron.com/much-money-magazine-writers-make-22710.html
How Much Do You Get Paid for Drawing Cartoons?
How Much Does a Film Critic Make?
How Much Money Does a Book Publicist Earn?
Wages for Columnists
The Average Salary for Ghost Writing
Stay-at-Home Jobs With Publishing Companies
How Much Do Automotive Journalists Make?
Highest-Paid Editing Jobs
How Much Does a Self-Employed Comic Artist Make a Year?
How Much Money Do Food Critics Make?
The Salary for a Junior Level Magazine Writer

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A view from Council: Caring and strong regulation to protect the public and promote professionalism
Christine Elliott
HCPC Chair of Council
At HCPC, protecting the public and supporting our registrants to be the best professionals they can, has always been our first priority. The Council, which is responsible for ensuring the HCPC fulfils its mission and plan, is held in public, with our minutes and papers publicly shared on our website.
We have started this blog as a way readily to update registrants and the public on the most important elements from our Council meetings. From our most recent meeting, these include the progress of our Corporate Strategy, the registrant health and wellbeing strategy and the approval of our Professionalism and Prevention framework.
The development of our first Corporate Strategy has been a significant milestone for HCPC this year. This strategy will guide us over the next five years, and so it was crucial that we undertook a thorough consultation process, to ensure we heard from registrants, professional bodies and wider stakeholder community. The consultation stage of the process has now concluded and, at the December Council meeting, we considered the outcomes from our survey and focus groups and discussed our next steps.
There has now been a further review of the language used in the strategy, following the feedback received in the consultation and a final version will be published in January 2021. This strategy will be used by the executive to produce a Corporate Plan, which will set out our committed actions and priorities in 2021-22, putting us on the right track for achieving the strategy's key objectives and aims.
FtP Improvement
Delivering Fitness to Practise improvements has been a top focus for HCPC this year, despite the complications of the pandemic. Ideally, we should be addressing issues before they reach the Fitness to Practise stage. However, our number one priority must remain meeting all the Professional Standards Authority Standards. Therefore, at this month's Council Meeting, the Council agreed additional resources to accelerate this work. As you may have noticed, we have appointed Andy Smith, who comes from a background of professional regulation, most recently for KPMG, to the new role of Executive Director of Regulation and he will strengthen our efforts in this area.
Registrant Health and Wellbeing
Improving user experiences of our regulatory processes is a key focus within our proposed Corporate Strategy 2021-26. In July 2020, SMT and Council held a workshop to discuss the findings from the 'Experiences of the Fitness to Practise Process' research by The University of Surrey. The outputs of this research have informed our first ever Registrant Health and Wellbeing Strategy and action plan.
At December's Council Meeting, the Strategy and action plan were approved, and we will begin implementing them in early 2021. This will benefit all our registrants, as it will help us to embed a more human-centred approach to regulation, across HCPC.
Professionalism and Prevention framework
Changing the way we regulate, adopting an approach which enables us to support registrants to achieve the highest standards and help to prevent harm, has been a focus this year. The Professionalism and Prevention Framework was created to help achieve this goal. It outlines what we plan to achieve in the next two years and provides clear objectives, deliverables and a delivery timeline. At this month's Council meeting, this framework was approved and so the executive team will begin to deliver the plan in 2021, building on our current work in this area.
The Council approved the launch of two public consultations, in January 2021. The first of these will be on revising the level of qualification for entry to the Register for Operating Department Practitioners, from diploma level to degree level.
The second consultation which the Council approved, is on amendments to the Guidance on Health and Character. We have undertaken extensive work to update the Guidance in a number of ways, and we hope that registrants will provide us with their views on the proposed revisions, when the public consultation opens in January 2021.
The Council has undertaken a comprehensive review of our Committees and their Governance Structures to ensure they are best positioned to support HCPC for the challenges ahead. A new People and Resources Committee has been established to provide oversight and assurance on the HCPC's most important asset, our people, as well as the other assets we hold, to ensure these are utilised to their potential.
The draft Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategy has been thoroughly discussed by the Council. In early 2021, HCPC's executive will meet with professional bodies to discuss the strategy and a detailed action plan will be developed. This will then return to Council for approval. The Strategy will set out short, medium and long term aims and priorities and will provide a vision for what we want to achieve and how we would like to improve, as a diverse, fair, and modern employer and regulator. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our EDI forum for their invaluable contributions to this Strategy, and we look forward to continuing to work with them in the New Year.
As you can see, it has been a busy year for HCPC and there are a number of significant initiatives due to begin in 2021. We will keep you updated on progress, through this blog series. The next Council meeting will take place on the 25th February.
Council Apprentice – an exciting innovation
Council has strongly supported the creation of a Boardroom Apprentice role to enhance Council's commitment to valuing difference and enrich its thinking with new perspective and insight. Last month, we began our search for our first ever Council Apprentice, which will provide a unique opportunity for a talented individual. I am pleased to report that the campaign gained great interest with many strong applications received. We will seek to appoint the apprentice in early 2021.
Meanwhile, stay safe, be well and may I wish you a restorative holiday season, insofar as possible.
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IHS: 9 million Google Glass-like devices could ship by 2016
Published: Apr 24, 2013, 9:12 PM
IHS Research sees a steady climb in the number of smart glass units sold, starting with a 150% increase in 2013. That would take the number of such devices from the 50,000 purchased in 2012 to 124,000 in 2013. The buyers this year are developers who are getting the "Explorer" version of Google Glass to write programs for it.
Starting in 2014, the research firm sees growth for the product really taking off as sales to consumers drive the numbers. The growth in sales of glass-type devices is expected to rise 250% in 2014 with 6.6 million shipping by 2016. That would add up to a total of 9.4 million smart glass units sold by the end of 2016. Priced at $1,500, this is no impulse buy and it is a device where sales are driven more by applications for the product than how cool the hardware might look. Without compelling applications for glass-like devices, the whole category could fail. According to Theo Ahadome, senior analyst at IHS, the looks of the hardware matter less than for any other personal communication device recently offered.
"The applications are far more critical than the hardware when it comes to the success of Google Glass. In fact, the hardware is much less relevant to the growth of Google Glass than for any other personal communications device in recent history. This is because the utility of Google Glass is not readily apparent, so everything will depend on the appeal of the apps. This is why the smart glass market makes sense for a software-oriented organization like Google, despite the company's limited previous success in developing hardware. Google is betting the house that developers will produce some compelling applications for Glass."-Theo Ahadome, senior analyst, IHS
Augmented reality software is expected to lead the way, as such software on a glass device would allow users to get information from the screen that isn't available with the naked eye. Building names, reviews, prices, nutritional information are just some of the things that users of a smart glass device will see while wearing them.
Besides the rosy optimistic scenario that plays out with over 6 million units shipped in 2016 alone, IHS also put together one in which only 1 million units of smart glass devices sell in 2016. In this scenario, applications available for use on the product are the same as seen in promotional video that Google has already released for Google Glass. In this case, the product becomes an expensive camera for video capture. The wearable camera market rang up $200 million in sales last year, but would fall far short of what Google ultimately has in mind for Google Glass. So if the device is going to be more than just a wearable camera, Google needs some "must-have" applications associated with the product.
source: IHS via BGR
LONDON (April 24, 2013)—Initiated by the arrival of Google Glass and magnified by Google's efforts to promote application development for the product, the global market for smart glasses could amount to almost 10 million units from 2012 through 2016.
Shipments of smart glasses may rise to as high 6.6 million units in 2016, up from just 50,000 in 2012, for a total of 9.4 million units for the five-year period, according to an upside forecast from IMS Research, now part of IHS Inc. (NYSE: IHS). Growth this year will climb 150 percent to 124,000 shipments, mostly driven by sales to developers, as presented in the high-end outlook in the attached figure. Expansion will really begin to accelerate in 2014 with the initial public availability of Google Glass, as shipment growth powers up to 250 percent, based on the optimistic forecast.
Smart glass products like Google Glass are wearable computers with a head-mounted display.
Google Glass this month began shipping to application developers who registered as early backers and paid the $1,500 price tag. This is expected to spur innovations in applications that should take Glass from early adopters to the mass market. As the developers get to work and Google encourages venture capitalists to back them, shipments will begin to surge to high volumes, according to the upside forecast.
However, the success of Google Glass will depend primarily on the applications developed for it. If developers fail to produce compelling software and uses for the devices, shipments could be significantly lower during the next several years.
"The applications are far more critical than the hardware when it comes to the success of Google Glass," said Theo Ahadome, senior analyst at IHS. "In fact, the hardware is much less relevant to the growth of Google Glass than for any other personal communications device in recent history. This is because the utility of Google Glass is not readily apparent, so everything will depend on the appeal of the apps. This is why the smart glass market makes sense for a software-oriented organization like Google, despite the company's limited previous success in developing hardware. Google is betting the house that developers will produce some compelling applications for Glass."
According to the optimistic scenario, developers will succeed in producing augmented reality applications for smart glasses that provide the user with information that can be safely and conveniently be integrated into casual use. Such applications typically are known as augmented reality, which involves adding a layer of computer-generated data to real-world people, places and things.
"The true success of Glass will be when it can provide some information to users not apparent when viewing people, places or things," Ahadome said. "This information may include live updates for travel, location reviews and recommendations, nutritional information and matching personal preferences, and previous encounters to aid decision making. The upside for smart glasses will arise when they become a powerful information platform. In many ways, this is exactly what Google already does via other mediums, and also is why the upside scenario seems more likely."
Under a more pessimistic scenario, IHS forecasts that only about 1 million smart glasses will be shipped through 2016.
According to this outlook, applications for smart glasses will be limited to some of those already displayed by Google in its Glass marketing. These include scenarios where smart glasses become more of a wearable camera device than a true augmented reality system. In this case, smart glasses will be mainly used for recording sports and other non-casual events, like jumping out of a plane, as demonstrated at the Google I/O developer conference in 2012.
However, Glass will face competition from alternative wearable camera devices already in the market, such as GoPro Hero or Recon MOD Live.
While the wearable camera market was worth more than $200 million in 2012, it is not the multibillion-dollar market that smart glasses can achieve with wider applicability.
"The less frequently consumers interact with any personal communications device, the less valuable it becomes," Ahadome observed. "If smart glasses become devices that are used only occasionally, rather than all the time, they become less attractive and desirable to consumers."
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Joe Strummer: The Future is Unwritten
No rating. Cast & crew: Don Letts, Joe Strummer, John Cusack, Mick Jones, Topper Headon. Director: Julien Temple. Screenwriter: Julien Temple.Mini review: Using archival footage, contemporary…
Houston Chronicle Contributor	December 7, 2007Updated: July 23, 2020, 4:07 pm
Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten is one artist's moving tribute to another: director Julien Temple's poetic evocation of the life of punk's greatest troubadour.
Using archival footage, contemporary interviews and material from the former Clash frontman's own notebooks (lyrics, meditations and even doodles), Temple creates a fluid audiovisual pastiche of an extraordinary life. There's always slightly less than what we want, but that's testament to the richness of the content, which also includes heartfelt testimony from those who knew and appreciated Strummer, who died in 2002, including former bandmates Mick Jones and Topper Headon. In a way, the movie is like one of Strummer's songs: intensely personal and private, insightful yet elusive.
Most touchingly, Temple uses reassembled excerpts from Strummer's various interviews to serve as narration. In effect, the musician is talking to us from beyond the grave. It makes for an eerily intimate connection with a rocker who perpetually sought new ways to reach his audiences. We hear that distinctive voice as we watch him in his various life stages.
There's the young Strummer (whose real name was John Mellor) in schoolboy uniform leaping innocently off a garden wall at home. There he is, young, arrogant and in a mohawk hairstyle, slashing feverishly at his guitar for the Clash. And as he approaches his 50s, after launching a cultural revolution in rock `n` roll, there he is again, leading the Mescaleros just before the congenital heart failure that would stop his restless romantic heart for good.
``Which part of life do we find meaning?'' Strummer asks. ``Is it at the beginning, middle or end?''
As we watch this storied life roll by, it's a question that resonates powerfully.
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Q: How do I apply a CSS to a clutter stage? I'm trying to get some clutter code to apply styles through CSS, but I can't get the styles applied.  This is some example of the code that is not working:
#!/usr/bin/python
from gi.repository import Clutter, GdkPixbuf, Cogl, Gtk, Gdk

Clutter.init([])
stage = Clutter.Stage()
stage.set_size(600, 300)

pixbuf = GdkPixbuf.Pixbuf.new_from_file('menu.svg')
pixel_format = Cogl.PixelFormat.RGBA_8888 if pixbuf.get_has_alpha() \
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image = Clutter.Image()
image.set_data( pixbuf.get_pixels(), pixel_format, pixbuf.get_width(),
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image_actor = Clutter.Actor()
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)
image_actor.set_content(image)
image_actor.set_size(22,22)
image_actor.set_name("MyImage")
stage.add_child(image_actor)

css = """
#MyImage {
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    background-color: #000000;
    margin: 10px;
}
"""
style_provider = Gtk.CssProvider()
style_provider.load_from_data(css)

# This is the part that doesn't work
Gtk.StyleContext.add_provider_for_screen(
    Gdk.Screen.get_default(),
    style_provider,
    Gtk.STYLE_PROVIDER_PRIORITY_APPLICATION
)

stage.connect("destroy", lambda w:  Clutter.main_quit())
stage.show()
Clutter.main()

I've tried several different things, but the style never gets applied.

A: Clutter does not know anything about GTK+ or CSS, so you cannot use the GTK+ CSS machinery with Clutter.
if you want to use a GtkStyleContext and the GTK+ API to draw something inside a ClutterActor, you can use a ClutterCanvas content, and then use the gtk_render_* API with the Cairo context that the ClutterCanvas::draw signal gives you.

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Die Französische Badmintonmeisterschaft 2010 fand in Caen statt. Es war die 61. Austragung der nationalen Titelkämpfe im Badminton in Frankreich.

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Filming In The UK: 2018 Update
Filming in the UK
Last week, The Knowledge and BBC reported that London-based film productions alone are generating multiple times their original expenditure for the local economy, due to a positive knock on effect.
A Film London study revealed that for every pound spent on production-associated council fees in the city per day, near to an additional 3 pounds is generated. Chief executive of the British Film Commission and Film London – Adrian Wootton – said: "While the headline figures are staggering, this research shows that there are clear grassroots benefits for local economies."
Back in January, we highlighted some of the biggest UK-based film productions of 2017 and also those filming in the UK in 2018 (read more here). We can now add the following UK-filmed productions to the list:
Artemis Fowl (a fantasy film starring Dame Judi Dench and produced by Robert De Niro)
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (Quentin Tarantio directing, Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio and Dakota Fanning starring)
If that isn't enough, we also just heard (courtesy of The Knowledge) that Netflix are planning a to open a London base in September, with the following productions also currently filming for them in the UK:
Brand new comedy from Ricky Gervais – After Life
Period drama starring Emma Appleton – Jerusalem
Henry V film, starring Joel Edgerton – The King
Directed by Louis Leterrier – The dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
Black Mirror series 5
Which upcoming are UK production you most excited about seeing? Let us know below or on our Facebook or Twitter pages!


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Three exciting days have flown by with some of the most adventurous activities and bizarre events taking place!
Congratulations to one of 3rd Tewkesbury Scouts who managed to stand on 24 crates during the Crate Stacking on Monday, using up all the crates and beating the previous record.
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Institutional Law Scholarships | Touro Law Long Island, NY
Institutional Scholarships and Awards for Upper-Class Students
Touro Law Center strives to foster a student-centered academic environment where students are afforded the opportunity to achieve their academic and professional goals through open access to faculty, administrators, alumni, local area judges, and attorneys.
The Administration recognizes the burdens associated with the cost of legal education. In addition to these scholarships, students may also apply for summer fellowships and federal work study program.
The following scholarship and grant opportunities are available to upper-class students.
ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS:
Achievement scholarships may be awarded to upper-level students at the end of two or three academic semesters (as determined by the division students are in) and vary based on full- or part-time division. There is no application process for these scholarships as they are fully discretionary and may be awarded to students based on a multitude of factors as determined by the Law Center. The amount of achievement awards will be evaluated by the Law Center, in its sole and absolute discretion, based on the student's GPA, current scholarship awards, and the availability of scholarship funds. Students will be able to apply one-half of the award in the fall semester and one-half of the award in the spring semester. Achievement awards are not applicable for intersession or summer session and no more than 50% of an annual award may be used in one semester. Awards will be distributed evenly over three academic semesters (summer, fall, and spring) for students in the two-year program, and no more than one-third of the annual award may be used in one semester. For students in the FlexTime program, awards will be distributed at 37.5% for each of the fall and spring semesters, and 25% for the summer semester. The total amount of all scholarships awarded may not exceed a student's total amount of tuition for the academic year, or in any given semester.
YELLOW RIBBON PROGRAM:
Touro College and Touro Law Center participate in this grant program available to eligible veterans that permits a scholarship award up to 25% of tuition. This scholarship is in addition to any available GI and VA benefits the student may be qualified for from the federal government. Veteran students must contact the Financial Aid Office to confirm eligibility.
ANNUAL/ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS – BY APPLICATION:
Touro Law Center continues to add new scholarships for upper division law students. Students enrolled at the law center are encouraged to apply for all scholarships for which they are eligible, based on the criteria of each scholarship available. All scholarships require an essay based on stated scholarship criteria. Application deadlines are announced at the end of the Spring semester for the following academic year.
ARLINE BESUNDER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by Harvey Besunder, Esq. in memory of his wife Arline '92. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) woman student who shows an interest in health law and/or professional ethics.
BEDFORD INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 by Mario Capobianco and David Park of Bedford Insurance. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who shows academic promise.
BERNARD GELFMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 by Rhonda Gelfman Szabo '86. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student in good academic standing.
BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Bethpage Federal Credit Union. The scholarship will be awarded to a law student that comes from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and orientations who attend the college. The scholarship shall be given to students with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have significant impact on their ability to attend the College.
CARL P. MALTESE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created in 2021 by C. Alex Maltese '01 and Diane Maltese '01 in memory of Alex's father Carl who founded The Law Office of Carl Maltese The scholarship will be awarded to a student who graduated high school in Suffolk County, NY. Additional consideration will be to a student member of the Suffolk County Columbian Lawyers Association if such a candidate is available in a given year.
CATHY AND HOWARD STEIN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by Howard Stein. The scholarship will be awarded to two (2) rising second-year (FT/PT) students each year in good academic standing for whom the scholarship will make a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center.
THE HONORABLE CHRIS J. COSCHIGNANO SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2022 by Chris J. Coschignano '90. The scholarship will be awarded each year on a competitive basis to a student interested in protecting the rights of the disabled.
CERTILMAN BALIN ADLER & HYMAN DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by the Law Firm of Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman. The scholarship will be awarded to a law student in good academic standing from a diverse community.
CLAIRE AND SAMUEL MOZEL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2015 by the Claire and Samuel Mozel Charitable Trust. The scholarship will be awarded to a student with a demonstrated interest in Jewish law.
CLIFFORD RICHNER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 by Clifford Richner. The scholarship is awarded to a student for whom the award will make a significant difference in the life of the student during and after his/her legal education at Touro Law. Preference is given to a student who may be the first in his/her generation to attend law school, or to a student with significant family/job responsibilities.
DAVIDOFF FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by Ruben Davidoff, Touro Law LL.M. class of 2010. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center.
DEBORAH WAIRE POST SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 in honor of Professor Deborah Waire Post. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) African American student who comes from modest means with working parents and who may be the first member of his/her family to attending college and graduate school.
DENNIS CARRION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by New York City car accident lawyer and alumnus Dennis Carrion '18. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing who has a demonstrated commitment to business and entrepreneurship.
DIANE AND GERARD CATALANELLO SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Gerard Catalanello '92 and his wife, Diane. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an outstanding, underrepresented student on a competitive basis. The award criteria includes strong academics, leadership qualities, and financial need.
DR. AND MRS. ALBERT SHERWYN AND JOSEPH AND SELMA COOPER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship was established in 2015 by Touro Law adjunct professors Ilene Sherwyn Cooper and husband Mitchell J. Cooper. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student with a grade point average of at least 3.5.
EVELYN GLICKSTEIN KLIMPL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 by Dean Emeritus Howard A. Glickstein in memory of his sister Evelyn. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is a member of the Touro Law Center Law Review.
FARRELL FRITZ, P.C. DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Farrell Fritz, P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing from a minority community. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center.
GERALD J. SCHER MOOT COURT SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by Florence Hessen Scher '85 in honor of her late husband. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is an incoming member of the Touro Law Center Moot Court Board. The determination of the award is to be based upon 50% need and 50% on a written essay regarding the candidate's Moot Court aspirations.
GROSSMAN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Jack Grossman '88. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is well-rounded and active in student life at Touro Law Center.
GUERCIO & GUERCIO LLP SCHOLARSHIP
This Scholarship was established in 2022 by Guercio & Guercio LLP law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to minority students with a preference for students interested in the field of education or municipal law.
HENRY SCHEIN DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Henry Schein, Inc. The scholarship will be awarded to a student in good academic standing from a diverse background. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his or her ability to attend the law school.
HERMAN GOLDMAN DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2022 by Herman Goldman. The scholarship will be awarded to two students from a minority community; students who may be the first in their generation to attend law school; and/or students with significant family/job responsibilities who are in the top quartile of their class at the time of application. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on their ability to attend the Law Center.
HONORABLE CHRIS J. COSCHIGNANO SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Chris Coschignano '90. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who has an interest in practicing in the area of land use or real estate law.
HONORABLE LEON D. LAZER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2018 by David Lazer, Deborah Lazer, Brett Lazer and the Evan Lazer Trust (David Lazer, Trustee). The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing.
HOWARD A. GLICKSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP IN CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS
This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Milton Handler Foundation in honor of Dean Emeritus Howard A. Glickstein. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student with a demonstrated interest and passion for civil and human rights.
JAMES WEISSMAN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by Linda Weissman. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student with an interest in business law.
JASON SOLEIMANI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2018 by Lorraine Ganjian. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year student (FT/PT) in good standing.
JASPAN SCHLESINGER LLP SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by the Law Firm of Jaspan Schlesinger LLP. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student in good standing.
JOHN SANTUCCI JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Thomas Santucci '83, along with family and friends in honor of his father John Santucci, former DA of Queens and a longtime friend to Touro Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student whose profile demonstrates a commitment to perseverance and personal integrity.
JOSEPH M. MARGER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Joseph M. Marger '89. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is a first generation college graduate and law student, and expresses an interest in corporate or business law.
JOSEPH M. MARGER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by alumnus Joseph M. Marger '89. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student with an interest in corporate or business law. Preference will be given to a student who may be the first in his/her generation to attend law school.
THE JUDGE SOL WACHTLER VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP
This Scholarship was established in 2014 by North Shore-LIJ Health System's Foundation and Law & Psychiatry Institute in honor of Sol Wachtler, a life trustee of the North Shore-LIJ Health System, former chief judge of the New York State Court of Appeals, a longtime member of the Touro Law Center's Board of Governors and a Korean War Army veteran. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is a veteran or is focusing on studying veterans' issues, mental health or disability law.
KERMIT GITENSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Kermit Gitenstein Foundation. The scholarship will be awarded to two (2) rising second-year (FT/PT) students who will be designated as Gitenstein Scholars. One Gitenstein scholarship is designated for a qualified student with an interest in health law and the second scholarship will be for a qualified student with an interest in aging and longevity law.
LAWRENCE NEWMAN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2022 by Howard A. Glickstein. The scholarship will be awarded each year on a competitive basis to a student with a proven record of and interest in community involvement and furthering social justice.
LEFKOWITZ FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumna Helen Lefkowitz '88. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is dedicated to professional ethics.
LINDA ABRAMS AND FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in in 2022 by Robert (Bob) Abrams. The scholarship will be awarded each year on a competitive basis to a student in the top quartile of their class and for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on their ability to financially remain in law school.
LUIS PAGAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Long Island Hispanic Bar Association Community Service Fund (LIHBA) with the goal of enhancing the diversity of the student population at Touro Law Center and in the Long Island legal profession. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who is a member of Touro Law's Latin American Law Students Association (LALSA) with a demonstrated commitment to Long Island and the Hispanic community.
LYNNE ADAIR KRAMER TRIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Professor Lynne Adair Kramer. The scholarship will be awarded to an upper-level (not a first-year) eligible student who is a member of the Touro Law Center Trial Advocacy and Practice Society (TAPS). The determination of the award will be based upon the student's contribution to the growth and development of the TAPS program and academics, with preference given to strong academics in the Trial Advocacy and/or Trial Practice classes. An essay will be required that addresses the applicant's vision of how membership in TAPS enhances their Law School experience, and may enhance their future career.
MARLENA BRAUER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumna Marlena Brauer '85. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who demonstrates by essay application that the scholarship will have a significant impact on the recipient's ability to attend the College. Preference will be given to a woman who may be the first in her generation to attend law school, and/or has significant family or job responsibilities.
MARTIN AND LAURIE TANKLEFF SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by alumnus Martin Tankleff '14. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student interested in wrongful convictions specifically and more generally in criminal defense work.
MATTHEW MASCHLER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by alumnus Matthew Maschler '97. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is dedicated to the ideals of the profession and collegiality.
MELTZER, LIPPE, GOLDSTEIN & BREITSTONE, LLP SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by the Law Firm of Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student whose demonstrated law school experience to date has influenced his/her career goals for the future.
MEYER, SUOZZI, ENGLISH & KLEIN, P.C. DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by the Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is in the top quartile of his/her class at the time of application. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need, for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on his/her ability to attend the Law Center. The application shall include an essay on the following topic: Becoming an Attorney: the Benefits and Challenges of Diversity.
MOIN CHOUDHURY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by Moin Choudhury. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an LL.M. or JD student who demonstrates financial need, and is of South Asian descent or other diverse backgrounds.
NAGIN FAMILY PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARSHIP - IN MEMORY OF BRIAN M. LORD '07
This scholarship was established in 2018 by Jason H. Nagin, Esq. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student in good academic standing who intends to enter into the field of Public Interest Law after graduation. The applicant should demonstrate a long-term interest and commitment to the field of Public Interest Law.
OKAS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by Dean Elena B. Langan. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an outstanding, first-generation student on a competitive basis. The award criteria includes strong academics, leadership qualities, and financial need.
PATRICIA E. SALKIN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by the family and friends of Dean Patricia Salkin on the occasion of her Academic Convocation and installation as the 5th Dean of Touro Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who shows commitment to women's and/or diversity issues.
PROFESSOR EILEEN KAUFMAN PUBLIC INTEREST SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2019 by the family, friends, alumni, and colleagues of Professor Eileen Kaufman upon her retirement in order to continue her legacy at the Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who demonstrates a passion for Public Interest work.
QUATELA CHIMERI PLLC SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by the law firm of Quatela Chimeri PLLC. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a rising second- or third-year (FT/PT) student who has demonstrated a commitment to raising awareness about issues of bias, diversity, equity and inclusion.
THE RAPHAELSON AND LEVINE LAW FIRM SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2022 by Corey T. Flick and Howard Raphaelson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to one (1) or two (2) Touro Law students for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on their financial ability to attend the law school.
REBECCA LAKE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Edward J. Lake '92. The scholarship will be awarded each year on a competitive basis to a student interested in protecting the rights of the disabled.
RIVKIN RADLER LLP DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by the law firm of Rivkin Radler LLP. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who shows academic promise.
RUSKIN MOSCOU FALTISCHEK SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was renewed in 2019 by the law firm of Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. The scholarship will be awarded to an upper-level student in good standing.
SANFORD D. GARELIK SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by Neal Garelik. The scholarship will be awarded annually to five (5) rising second-year (FT/PT) students who have a keen interest in a criminal justice career and demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who attended John Jay College for their undergraduate degree and those in the top third of their law school class.
SCHWARTZ CONROY & HACK PC SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by alumnus Evan S. Schwartz '90 for Schwartz, Conroy & Hack, P.C. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student in the top third of his/her class, has demonstrated financial need, and should explain in the essay application how he/she intends to contribute to the society by attaining a law degree.
SCHWARTZAPFEL LAWYERS P.C. ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2020 by the Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded annually to two (2) law students who are a son/daughter of a union member, currently have 3.5 GPA or higher, and are in financial need. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay describing what inspired them to pursue a law degree as part of their application.
SCHWARTZAPFEL LAWYERS P.C. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by the Schwartzapfel Lawyers P.C. law firm. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is a son/daughter of a union member, currently has a 3.5 GPA or higher, and is in financial need. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay describing what inspired them to pursue a law degree as part of their application.
SHEILA AND STUART SALKIN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by Dean Salkin and her husband Howard Gross in honor of her parents. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a law student who is either currently or was previously a K-12 teacher pursuing school while also raising a family; or someone raising a family who has expressed an interest in educational law.
SHIRLEY FUCHSBERG SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2013 by the Fuchsberg family in memory of their mother, Shirley Fuchsberg, a longtime supporter and friend of Touro Law. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student that shows academic promise.
STEPHANIE ESTEVEZ '00 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2015 in memory of Stephanie Estevez '00 by her husband and two children. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) female student who is a working mother while attending law school.
STEVE MALITO / DAVIDOFF HUTCHER & CITRON, LLP DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Steve Malito '96. The scholarship will be awarded each year to an outstanding, underrepresented student on a competitive basis. Award criteria will include strong academics, leadership qualities, and financial need.
SUSAN M. DIETRICH CLYNE '88 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by Touro Law in memory of Susan Dietrich Clyne '88 who perished on 9/11 in the World Trade Center tragedy. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a rising third-year, part-time student with significant family responsibilities.
THOMAS SHAW MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by Robert Shaw in memory of his brother Thomas Shaw, who was a student at the Law Center. The scholarship will be awarded to a rising second-year (FT/PT) student who is passionate about helping the underprivileged with access to justice. Preference will be given to a candidate interested in pursuing a career in public interest law. The application should be accompanied by an essay addressing the candidate's interest in "doing the public good."
TODD J. ZIMMER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2021 by Todd J. Zimmer '93. The scholarship will be awarded each year on a competitive basis to a student interested in Matrimonial and Family Law. Award criteria will include strong academics, leadership qualities, and financial need.
TSUNIS FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2014 by John Tsunis. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student with an interest in land use and/or real estate law.
WILLIAM GLIEM AND VIRGINIA RUMORE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2022 by William Gliem '02 and his wife Virginia Rumore. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a new student on a competitive basis. Preference is given to a student for whom the scholarship will have a significant impact on their financial ability to attend the Law Center.
ADMINISTRATIVELY AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS:
The following scholarships are administratively awarded to upper-class students based on the selection criteria set forth by the donors.
BESS AND SAMUEL ZEIGEN SCHOLARSHIP
The late Marshall (Buddy) Zeigen established this scholarship in 1997 in honor of his parents. It is awarded annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional academic promise along with a proven commitment to community service.
CLAIRE AND SAMUEL MOZEL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2015 by The Claire and Samuel Mozel Charitable Trust. The scholarship will be awarded to students with an interest in Jewish law.
FAY AND SAUL STARR SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was created by the Fischtein family in honor of Sharon Fischtein's parents. It is awarded annually to a student who is academically gifted.
THE JUDGE SOL WACHTLER VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This scholarship was established in 2015 by the Judy and Fred Wilpon Family Foundation in honor of Judge Sol Wachtler, the former Chief Judge of New York State, in recognition of his work with veterans, and the Wilpon family's keen interest in assisting veterans. The scholarships will be awarded to Touro Law Center students who are U.S. military veterans and meet specific academic and financial criteria.
MARK C. ZAUDERER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2016 by Mark Zauderer. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who achieves the highest grade for performance in Civil Dispute Resolution and Procedure. In the event of a tie, an essay will be required.
SIDNEY R. AND WALTER SIBEN SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is named for its benefactors, the founders of the Siben & Siben Law Firm in Bay Shore. It is awarded annually to a continuing student who demonstrates exceptional academic promise.
THOMAS ROSICKI '97 AND CYNTHIA ROSICKI SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established in 2017 by Tom Rosicki and his wife Cynthia. The Rosicki Scholars Program was created for students who identify themselves as having a physical disability or another disabling condition resulting from a long-term medical condition or chronic disease.
SCHOLARSHIPS CREATED for 40th ANNIVERSARY
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT IN THE LAW SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Fund was created in 2020 as a part of the Law School's 40th Anniversary Celebration. The Fund shall award scholarships each year to outstanding, underrepresented candidates on a competitive basis. Award criteria will include strong academics, leadership qualities, and financial need. Application for scholarships shall be by essay in the spring semester, and the College's designated administrative committee shall make final selections based on available interest income from the Fund each year.
THE DOUGLAS SCHERER LEAP SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Douglas Scherer LEAP Scholarship Fund was created in 2020 as a part of the Law School's 40th Anniversary Celebration with a Challenge grant from Dean Emeritus Howard Glickstein. The Fund is in recognition of the work of Professor Douglas Scherer and his dedication to the LEAP program. The Douglas Scherer LEAP Scholarship Fund shall award scholarships each year to current LEAP students on a competitive basis. Criteria will include academics and financial need. Application for scholarships shall be by essay in the spring semester, and the College's designated administrative committee shall make final selections based on available interest income from the Fund each year.
LAW REVIEW SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Fund was created in 2020 as a part of the Law School's 40th Anniversary Celebration with a Challenge grant from former Editor-in-Chief, Joseph Rosenberg '87. The Law Review Scholarship Fund shall award scholarships each year to one or more members of the Law Review Board in that year. Criteria will include academics and financial need. Application for scholarships shall be by essay in the spring semester, and the College's designated administrative committee shall make final selections based on the available interest income from the Fund each year.
MOOT COURT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Fund was created in 2020 as a part of the Law School's 40th Anniversary Celebration with a Challenge grant from Alumnus Leonard Feld '86. The Fund shall award scholarships each year to one or more members of the Moot Court Board in that year. Criteria will include academics and financial need. Application for scholarships shall be by essay in the spring semester, and the College's designated administrative committee shall make final selections based on available interest income from the Fund each year.
SBA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Fund was created in 2020 as a part of the Law School's 40th Anniversary Celebration with a Challenge grant from Thomas Santucci '83, first SBA President. The Student Bar Association Scholarship Fund shall award scholarships each year to one or more members of the SBA Executive Board in that year. Criteria will include academics and financial need. Application for scholarships shall be by essay in the spring semester, and the College's designated administrative committee shall make final selections based on available interest income from the Fund each year.
BETH M. GAZES AWARD
This award was established in 2021 by alumna Beth M. Gazes, class of 2020. The award will be presented annually to a rising second-, third- or fourth-year student who is actively parenting "school-aged" children while attending Touro Law Center in the part-time program. Preference will be given to a female student.
ILENE H. BARSHAY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE
Stan and Ilene '87 Barshay, together with their family, created this award to recognize a rising second-year student who has demonstrated both excellence in Legal Process and compelling circumstances outside of the classroom.
MILLER FAMILY ENDOWMENT/TOURO LAW INTERNSHIP
This prestigious opportunity will be provided to one (1) Touro Law Center student to work on a Project designated by the Miller Center at Rutgers. Over the course of a ten-week fellowship during the summer, the selected law student (first-year students are not eligible) intern will work under the mentorship of faculty, research scholars, and visiting fellows at the Rutgers Miller Center for Community Protection and Resilience.
FUNDS FOR SCHOLARSHIP & ACADEMIC SUPPORT
THE THOMAS AND CYNTHIA ROSICKI DISABILITY FUND
This fund was established in 2013 by Touro Law Center alumnus Thomas Rosicki '97 and his wife Cynthia. The Fund is to be utilized as needed to meet reasonable accommodations for one or more students with a disability. At the discretion of the Law Center, interest income of the Fund can be utilized as a scholarship for a deserving student with a disability.
Law School Scholarship Databank
AccessLex Institute created a Law School Scholarship Databank to help law students and aspiring law students find and apply for scholarships that fit their interests and background. The Databank is a searchable database of 800 law school scholarships and writing competitions.
In no event may scholarship awards exceed the cost of tuition for an academic year.


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About Evergreen Education Group
This is the 12th annual Keeping Pace report. We are grateful to everyone who has helped along the way, including sponsors, researchers and writers, the schools and agencies across the country that provide the source information, and the people who write or call to tell us that Keeping Pace has helped. As the project has matured, the list of people and organizations involved has grown, and it has become increasingly difficult to acknowledge properly everyone who has been involved over the years.
Still, it is worth remembering that the first Keeping Pace was published in 2004, in response to a request for timely online education policy information from the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Stevan Kalmon, then of the CDE, was a strong advocate for the project and was instrumental in its early development. The report originally was envisioned as a simple document that would be distributed only to the sponsoring organizations, but Cathy Gunn, then of the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory at Learning Point Associates, recognized the work's larger value and suggested, and then managed, publication and distribution to a wider audience. The four funding organizations in the first year were the CDE, Illinois Virtual High School (IVHS), Learning Point Associates, and Wisconsin Virtual School.
In 2005 Keeping Pace expanded to review all 50 states. The expansion to review the entire country was largely in response to the vision of Matthew Wicks, then of IVHS, who overcame the reluctance of the researchers faced with the daunting task of covering all states.
The cast of Keeping Pace sponsors evolves every year, with the only common thread being that they are educational organizations that share an interest in online and blended learning and that believe current policy and practice information should be available to practitioners and policymakers. Sponsors provide guidance and leadership in planning, research, analysis, and writing. Keeping Pace benefits from the involvement of these experienced and knowledgeable online learning practitioners and their organizations:
Cynthia Rogan: Apex Learning
Rachel Mohl Abrahams : The AVI CHAI Foundation
Pat Laystrom and Matthew Wicks : Connections Education
Mike Lawrence: CUE
Sari Factor and Leslie Sobon : Edgenuity
Eric Swanson : Edmentum
Julie Young: Global Personalized Academics
Allison Powell, and Maria Worthen : International Association for K-12 Online Learning
Mary Gifford: K12 Inc.
Jamey Fitzpatrick and Joe Freidhoff : Michigan Virtual University
Jefferson Burnett: National Association for K-12 Online Learning
Jim Snyder and Christine Voelker: Quality Matters
Brian Bridges and Sally Savona: Stanislaus County Office of Education
Kate Loughrey and Barbara Smith: Texas Education Agency / Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN)
Jeff Elliott and Amy Michalowski: The Virtual High School
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Uppuma is a tiffin that has received unfair criticisim among many. However, to be fair to the dish, I would like to state that it is one of the easy-to-make wholesome recipes that can be eaten for both breakfast and dinner. Uppuma can be made with semolina/rava, vermicelli/semiiya, broken wheat rava or broken rice. Of these rava uppuma is the most popular one. Traditionally uppuma is made on 'fasting days' and hence, the preparation is very simple. This is a slightly different 'Rava uppuma' recipe, which is easier, quicker and works well for me. Click here for traditional rava uppuma recipe.
Method: Heat oil in the kadai, add mustard seeds and when they start to sputter, add Bengal gram dhal and urad dhal. Fry till the dhals turn golden brown. Add chopped onion, green chillies and ginger. Saute till the onion pieces turn transparent. Now add rava and fry till it starts to turn golden brown. Reduce the fire. Pour 2 tumblers (400ml)* of water into the kadai. Add buttermilk and required salt to the water. Mix well, not allowing lumps to form. Cover and cook on a low flame till the water is fully absorbed and rava is cooked well. Switch off the fire. Garnish with curry leaves and serve hot with chutney.
*Semolina available in the market is either coarse or fine. You may add 300ml water if you are using fine variety.