and we'll respond to your inquiry as quickly as possible.
Q. Will Styles Checks include changes that have taken place at my bank?
A. This is a common situation because banks merge and change names frequently. If you think changes have occurred with your bank and want to make sure your new checks will be current, simply call Styles Checks Customer Service at 1-866-449-8804. Our database is updated often, so we probably will already have your bank's changes. If our files do not inclued your bank's changes, we'll give you easy instructions on how to get it updated.
Q. Is there a place for my phone number, license number or other information on my checks?
A. On the personalization page, use the line marked "Other" to include information in addition to your name and address. For security reasons, we recommend that you avoid including your driver's license number or date of birth on your checks. For your protection and due to laws in several states, printing social security numbers on any material to be delivered by mail is no longer permitted.
Q. How do I place my order with Styles Checks?
2) Call toll-free 1-866-449-8804 and one of our agents will be happy to assist you in placing your order. (2-box minimum and processing fee apply).
3) Submit a voided check and deposit ticket from your current account along with your order form and payment check to Styles Checks.
Q. How soon will I receive my checks?
A. You can check your order's status on our web site. Simply go to the Order Status page, enter your information and we will return the status of your order. You can also call toll-free: 1-866-449-8804.
Q. How do I use the coupon I clipped?
A. If you are a first-time customer, you will be able to enter the offer code from your coupon to receive the discount from your ad.
Q. Why did I receive my order in separate packages?
Q. Why was my package delivered by the United States Postal Service when I purchased UPS Trackable delivery?
A. Styles Checks utilizes UPS Surepost. With this service your package is delivered to your destination city by UPS. It is then transferred to your local Post Office carrier for final delivery. Your package is Trackable all the way to your doorstep and can be viewed through UPS.com and USPS.com. For more information on this service visit UPS.com.
Q. What is your return policy if the customer is not satisfied with the checks ordered?
A. We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee on our products. Please call and speak with one of our Customer Service Representatives. You may reach us at 1-866-449-8804 Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Mountain Time.
Q. Does my order include tax?
A. Yes, every order will be charged applicable state and local tax.
Q. How do I place an order on the site?
A. 1. Select a product category from the top navigation bar (Personal Checks, Accessories, etc.).
2. Select a sub category to see the designs you prefer.
4. Select which products from that design you would like to order (Personal Checks, Checkbook Cover, Accessories, etc.) in the Order Now box.
5. Click the "Add to my Order" button.
6. You can either Checkout (by clicking on "Checkout" button) or use the Continue Shopping link to continue browsing our site.
Q. What should I check first if my computer's experiencing problems with the site?
A. The most likely problem is that your browser is a version older than 5.0. For optimum performance with Styles Checks' site and others throughout the web, you should upgrade your browser to a recent version.
Q. What browsers are required for ordering online with Styles?
Q. Are the colors on screen exactly the same as the products?
A. The accuracy of color depends upon your specific monitor. We've made every effort to represent images of checks and all other products accurately. Due to the wide range of computer monitors and color displays, you should consider the colors you see on your screen to be representational.
Q. Can I pay for my online order via credit card?
A. For orders placed through our online ordering system, we accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. We will authorize your card for the purchase amount when you place your order online. We will not actually charge your credit card account until we ship your order.
Q. Can I place the order online if the address on my checks differs from my credit card billing address?
A. If you have a check in your order, your shipping and billing information will be pre-populated from your check personalization. For your security , if your shipping and billing addresses are different, your bank will need to verify both addresses are correct. All check orders are subject to address verification procedures to ensure against fraud.
Q. How will I know if Styles has received my online order?
e-mail confirming your order. The email will contain an order confirmation number which you can use to check Order Status on our site.
Q. What information do I send to place a new order with Styles Checks?
1) Voided Check from your current supply.
2) Deposit Slip from current supply.
3) A completed Order Form.
4) Payment Check made payable to Styles Checks.
Q. If my account is new and I don't yet have checks, what do I send in to Styles Checks?
A. When you open a new account, your bank will issue you temporary checks. You can send in one temporary check with the word "void" written on it and one temporary check for payment. PLEASE NOTE: You need to send originals that are encoded with your bank's routing number and your account number.
Q. How do I order if I've used all my existing checks?
A. First time orders must include a voided check and a payment check from the same account; this is for our customers' protection. If you've used all the checks from your current supply, you can get temporary checks from your bank. You can send in one temporary check with the word "void" written on it and one temporary check for payment. PLEASE NOTE: You need to send originals that are encoded with your bank's routing number and your account number.
Q. Are coupons clipped from newspapers or magazines OK to use?
A. Yes. During the checkout process you will be asked to enter an offer code if you have a printed advertisement and are a first-time customer.
Q. How do I place a Quick Reorder?
A. Click the Quick Reorder button from the navigation bar on our site. On the Order lookup page, enter the routing number and account number printed on your checks, as well as the shipping address zip code used for your last order. That will enable us to retrieve your previous order and display it for you. You may choose to reorder the exact same item as before or make certain changes. For security reasons, we do not display all personalization information from your previous order. Payment for quick reorders can only be made by drafting the order total from your checking account.
Q. I tried to place a Quick Reorder, but my previous order could not be found.
A. There could be a number of reasons why that happened. Please double check that you entered the correct information. If you are still experiencing problems, please call Customer Service toll-free at 1-866-449-8804 or use our regular online ordering process to place your order.
Q. Why can't I see all of the information from my previous order?
A. As a security measure, your previous personalization, such as home address and bank information, will not be displayed. Reorders will be printed with the exact same personalization as the previous order and will be shipped to the same address as the previous order.
Q. I want to place a reorder, but would like to pay by credit card. How can I do this?
A. During the Quick Reorder checkout process you can choose to pay by credit card or have the order debited directly from your checking account.
Q. I want to reorder, but I need to make changes to my personalization. How can I do this?
A. To reorder with personalization changes, you must use our regular online ordering process or call Customer Service toll-free at 1-866-449-8804.
Q. What types of checks can I order from Styles?
Duplicate Checks are similar to Singles, except each check is backed by carbonless copy. When you fill out your check, you tear out the check portion like always. The copy part stays in the book so you have an instant copy of each check you write. With Duplicates, you no longer have to panic if you forget to record a check because you still have a copy to refer to. All Styles designs are available in Duplicate format.
Single Checks are the standard format. They are one-part checks hat are bound together in a book. All types designs are available in Single format.
Top-Stub Checks provide a stub at the top of each check for recording the transaction. This convenience eliminates the need to flip to your check register every time you write a check.
Q. How many checks are in a box?
Q. Why are you moving from 4 to 2 pads on single check orders?
A. We have simplified our packaging for your convenience and hope you find changing check pads less frequently more convenient. The number of checks is still the same at 100 checks per box. Duplicate Checks and Side Tear Checks will remain at 4 pads per box.
Q. What are the file size requirements?
A. Resolution determines the quality of your photo. A high-resolution image is clear and shows more detail, so it will reproduce better on your Styles Custom Photo Products. Image resolution is measured in pixels.
A. Pixels are tiny colored dots, which make up any photo. A photo that contains more pixels will remain clear as you increase its size. Your image must be at least 36 dpi (dots per inch) in order to be uploaded.
Q. What file types are accepted?
A. We accept the following file types: .JPG, .JPEG, and .BMP files.
Q. Why won't my photo upload?
1. The file format is incorrect. The formats allowed are .JPG, .JPEG, and .BMP.
Q. Can all Styles Custom Photo Products be printed in full color?
A. Yes. If you upload a full color photograph, your products will be printed in full color. If a black and white photo is submitted, your products will be printed in black and white. Please note that the color on personal checks will be lightened to comply with ANSI (American National Standards Institute) Standards. This ensures that your checks will meet all bank regulations.
Q. Can I get more than one picture printed?
A. Yes. You can submit up to four photos to be printed on your checks with our rotating series. At this time, all other products are limited to one photo per item. We cannot create collages from your photos.
Q. Will you accept professional photographs or photos from magazines or other printed materials?
A. Artistic Checks cannot reproduce any copyrighted or trademarked images.By submitting your order, you agree to defend and indemnify Styles Checks from any claims that any person or entity may assert against Styles Checks for any copyright or trademark infringement.
Q. Can I supply a disk with the photo I wish to use on my Styles Custom Photo Products?
A. At the present time, orders for photo products are only accepted through our website.
Q. Why are the images on my checks so light?
A. The images printed on personal checks must be lightened considerably in order to comply with ANSI (American National Standards Institute) Standards. If we print your checks too dark, your bank could refuse to process them.
Q. What type of photos work best?
A. Photo checks: Horizontal photos that are clear and sharp work best. Avoid photos that are too dark or too light, out of focus or very busy. Images will be lightend on your checks in order to comply with bank standards.
Q. Are photos saved electronically for reorders or do I have to re-upload my photos for a reorder?
A. We do save your images for exact reprints. However, if you require any photo changes to your original order, you will need to resubmit your photo. Reorders without changes can be processed through our Quick Reorder process (checks only) or you may call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-866-449-8804.
Q. If there is a flaw in my photo, can you fix it?
A. We do not touch up photos. So keep in mind, if there are flaws in the original photo, they may be evident in the reproduction. Please edit your photos prior to uploading.
Q. Will my photos be used without my permission?
A. No. We will not use your photo(s) for any purpose, other than to manufacture your order, without your express written permission.
Q. Will my Styles Checks include security features to prevent and detect check fraud?
Q. Is it safe to order checks from someone other than my bank?
A. It is safe to order from Styles Checks. Styles Checks must adhere to the same specifications as printers who produce checks for banks. Our checks meet or exceed all requirements of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Q. Will my personal and financial details be protected when I order online?
A. Maintaining your security is a priority for Styles Checks. Our online ordering system protects you on many levels and includes Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. Any information you submit via our web site is encoded, and only our company can read it. Every time you write a check, your account details are made public. We take our responsibility for handling and protecting your information very seriously. Our procedures include numerous security evaluations to monitor your order until it is safely in your hands.
Q. What is EZ Shield PRO?
A. EZShield PRO is a comprehensive service that helps protect you from fraud and identity theft with ID Restoration Pro and protects your checks with Check Fraud Protection. The service also provides you with data breach and security threat notification emails, monthly activity reports via email, a personalized, web-based dashboard. Plus, if you are a victim of check fraud, EZShield will deliver up to $25,000 in advanced funds within 72 hours so that you don't have to worry about how you will pay your bills while a dedicated, certified Resolution Specialist helps to resolve the issue.
Q. What are the main differences between bank checks and checks from Styles?
A. Ordering from Styles gives you many more check designs to choose from. Styles allows you to customize your order exactly as you wish. Banks don't print the checks they sell; they contract with national check printers. When you order from Styles, you're ordering direct from the manufacturer, so you save money.
Q. If I don't order checks through my bank, can the bank refuse to process them?
A. Regardless of where you purchase your checks, your bank cannot refuse them. It is important, however, that you are certain your checks are printed to universal standards used in the financial and retail industries. Styles Checks meet or exceed all standards established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). These are the very same standards any printer who contracts with a bank must follow.
Q. How can Styles produce exclusively designed checks for less than banks charge for plain ones?
A. The prices your bank charges for checks must be high enough for both the printer and the bank to make a profit. In other words, banks' prices are higher because they have to mark up twice--once for the bank and once for the printer. When you order direct from the manufacturer with Styles, there is no middle layer to inflate prices and slow down service.


The Asus X00GD is another great budget smartphone from the house of the Chinese device maker. At such an affordable price tag, the features offered are unexpectedly on the higher side, with special notice going towards camera and the big battery backup. However, if you are looking for a budget friendly laptop, you can check out this one. The Asus X00GD measures 149.5 x 73.7 x 8.85 mm while weighing 169.5 grams, and is available in luxury gold, rose gold and black exteriors. A fingerprint sensor is situated beneath the home button. The device features a 5.2-inch display with 720p resolution that shows quality media for entertainment purposes.
The Asus X00GD exhibits a good pair of cameras in the form of a 13MP primary and 8MP front facing lens. The quality of the 4,128 x 3,096 pixels images captures by the primary camera is further enhanced by autofocus, dual-colour LED flash, ISO control and high dynamic range mode. The front camera works towards making video calling and clicking selfies a delightful experience. The budget smartphone comes with an internal storage capacity of 16GB which can be further expanded up to 128GB with the help of a microSD card.
The Asus X00GD extracts all its power from a big 4,850mAh li-polymer battery which promises to supply enough power to the smartphone to keep it awake for a very long period of time. On the connectivity side, the smartphone has on offer single SIM slot, 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11, b/g/n, mobile hotspot, advanced Bluetooth v4.2, A-GPS and a slot for USB type-C.
The Asus X00GD is the upcoming smartphone that you will surely want in your pockets. The Asus X00GD is an entry-level smartphone priced at under Rs. 15,000 and features a powerful 4,850mAh battery. The phone is available in 2GB/16GB, 3GB/32GB and 4GB/64GB variants. The amazing feature of the phone is its camera in the form of a 13MP primary and 8MP front facing lens. This Smartphone is surely a great deal for you.


For the Lubicon Cree First Nation in Alberta, the word "piitapan" means "sunrise." It's fitting, then, that the community's first solar project—a 20.8 KW system—is named the Piitapan Solar Project. "This new solar panel system can shine like a beacon, showing this is the way of the future," says community member and environmental advocate Melina Laboucan-Massimo (pictured). Your support helped fund the project—read more about it here.
Thinking about how to start your kids on a green path at university or college this fall? Students can now bullfrogpower their laptops with 100% green energy for less than $5 for the whole year! It's a simple step to put more green power on the grid.
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Operating a startup or a small enterprise? Bullfrog and Staples Canada have partnered to make it easier to bullfrogpower your business. Since 2013, Staples has been choosing green electricity for several locations across the country. Learn more about our partnership and Staples' green power offering here.
Want to compost in your kitchen but hate the smell and mess? Check out Greenlid, an eco-friendly product started by two brothers from Brockville, Ontario. Greenlids—which you may have seen in a successful pitch on CBC's Dragon's Den—are compostable, watertight containers made from locally sourced post consumer cardboard.
Greenlids are available at stores such as Canadian Tire, Home Hardware and Home Depot—find your closest one here.
Vancouverites celebrated the 10th birthday of their city's first ever grid-tied solar PV system, established by SPEC (The Society Promoting Environmental Conservation) in 2005. After the project's previous home was torn down, the solar panels were relocated to MEC's Vancouver store—with your support! Thank you for making this milestone possible.
Look out for the Fall 2015 Bullfrog Buzz!
Be sure to check your mailboxes in the coming weeks for the Fall 2015 edition of the Bullfrog Buzz newsletter. Each copy will include a special thank you for your support—be sure to hold onto it!
Students at the University of British Columbia have a new bullfrogpowered home: the new Nest Student Union Building! The construction of the recreational and educational facility was funded by the students in coordination with UBC, and was built with the target of LEED-Platinum certification. Check out all the building's features here.
Partners in Project Green invites you join the 2015 Sustainability Duke Out in October! Featuring a humourous, debate-style game show hosted by comedian James Cunningham, the event also gives sustainability professionals the chance to connect and check out electric vehicles and charging stations on display. Register today!


The United Nations now offers your home the same security that countries have enjoyed since 1945. If your house is broken into, the UN will send unarmed observers to watch the burglars and debate the appropriate response.
Well, great, just that the food parcel did not have the right logo. BTW, I just updated my "Basic" and "Advanced" security. I am off in 10 day to join WFP Liberia.
@peter best of luck in Liberia! Give my regards to Louis..!


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HomeLos AngelesStephanie Hsu (Actress): Age, Birthday, Height, Family, Bio, Facts, And Much More.
Stephanie Hsu (Actress): Age, Birthday, Height, Family, Bio, Facts, And Much More.
A. Mehta March 28, 2022
About Stephanie Hsu:
Stephanie Hsu is an American actress and model who was born on November 25, 1990, in Los Angeles, California, United States. She is known for her roles in Everything Everywhere All at Once (Joy Wang, 2022), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Mei, 2019-2022), Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens (Shu Shu, 2020-2021), and many more.
Let's know more about Stephanie Hsu.
Full Name Stephanie Hsu
Nick Name Stephanie
Date of Birth November 25, 1990
Height 5'8" (1.72 m)
Birthplace Los Angeles, California
Debut Tv Dandelion (2004)
Debut Movie The Four-Faced Liar (2010)
Stephanie Hsu is approximately 5 feet 8 inches (1.72 m) tall. She has black hair and has brown eyes.
Stephanie Hsu has recieved a BFA degree from the Tisch School of the Arts, New York University. She has also attended the Atlantic Theater Company.
Stephanie Hsu was born and raised in Los Angeles California, United States.
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Everything Everywhere All at Once (Joy Wang, 2022)
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Mei, 2019-2022)
Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens (Shu Shu, 2020-2021)
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (Soo, 2021)
Karate Tortoise (Karate Tortoise, 2020)
Asking for It (Jenny, 2020)
Marsfall (Wei Han, 2019)
Legendary Place (Melvina, Lee, 2018)
Guap (Stephanie, 2018), See More @IMDb.
Stephanie's birth date is November 25, 1990. She is years old as of .
Her zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
She has played the role of Joy Wang in 'Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)'.
She had also played the role of Mei in 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2019-2021)'.
Stephanie has worked in various national commercials.
When she was in the 4th grade, she ran for student body vice president and for the president in next year.
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Bill Gates thanks Rotary for taking lead in fight against polio
Bill Gates was just a few months old when the first polio vaccine was developed in 1955. Now the American philanthropist is at the forefront with Rotary in the fight against polio. He used a district conference in Spokane, Washington, USA, to thank Rotarians for their leadership and dedication to eradicate the disease from the planet.
Never, never, never give up. So long as Rotary members continue to believe that – so long as we never give up – then polio does not stand a chance.
That was the message delivered by Microsoft founder, Bill Gates, speaking at a Rotary conference in Spokane, Washington.
He used the platform to urge Rotarians and the world not to give up in its fight against polio, with the battle in the closing stages.
Thirty years ago, Bill Gates pointed out, there were more than 40 new polio cases an hour. Today, there are fewer than 33 polio cases a year.
"And instead of polio being in 125 countries, today all but three are certified polio-free: Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Nigeria. And we hope that Nigeria will be coming off the map soon," he told the audience.
It was in the mid-1980s when Rotary International began its campaign to fight polio.
And in 1988, Rotary helped to found the Global Polio Eradication Initiative along with the World Health Organization, UNICEF and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
The last 40 cases are far more difficult than the first 400,000. And preventing them takes more experience; it takes more grit – and more learning and innovation."
Bill Gates hailed the role of Rotary International for leading from the front.
He added: "In the years since, Rotarians have proven themselves heroes in public health.
"Not only has this organisation raised more than $1.8 billion dollars to fight the disease – you have fought it yourselves, sometimes on the front lines.
"Here's another way of looking at it: There are more than 18 million people walking the Earth today who would have otherwise been paralysed by polio. And none of it would have happened without you."
Bill Gates admitted that the burning question on everyone's lips was when would polio finally be wiped from the face of the earth?
"We've come so close to eradication that now it's easy to imagine it happening. Instead, people wonder: When can we stop imagining? When will polio eradication be real?" he asked.
"It's a fair question. When this initiative started, the head of the World Health Organization declared that we could eradicate polio from – and I quote – 'spaceship Earth by the year 2000'.
"But by the turn of the millennium, about 33 per cent of the world's population was still living in countries where the virus was still endemic.
"That's when our foundation (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) got involved. And although we've come so close to zero in the years since, that magic number has eluded us.
"Last year, the total number of polio cases worldwide was 33.
"I think all of us are frustrated by this. But Rotarians most of all."
Together, we can achieve what @Rotary first envisioned: a world where no child will be struck with polio ever again. This weekend, I was honored to thank @RotaryRassin and other Rotarians in person for their dedication to the fight against polio. https://t.co/sYNHU7RqGS
— Bill Gates (@BillGates) May 19, 2019
"Each year, many of you travel around the world, saving children from a terrible disease two drops at a time – and everyone hopes it will be the last year you have to do it; that we'll have no need for polio vaccination campaigns anymore because polio won't exist.
"But I also think most of us understand the challenge: Fighting polio today is much harder – and different – than fighting it the 80s and 90s.
Bill Gates pointed to the success of eradicating polio from India and which has now remained disease-free for five years.
And he highlighted the work of vaccinators in Nigeria where they can predict where the disease will be by understanding the geography of polio.
"Even in the world's most dangerous places, we've shown that we can stop polio in its tracks," added Bill Gates, pointing to the work of vaccinators who dealt with two million refugees fleeing war-torn Syria to Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey.
He added: "So back to the question: When will we eradicate this disease? I think the answer is: sooner than recent history indicates.
"We've not only cornered the last few cases of polio – we've also spent the last few years sharpening the tools and the strategies to finish the job.
"The only question is whether we have the will to do it.
"Whether people and governments still believe eradicating polio is worth it. And that's more of an open question than I would like."
Over the next five years, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative will need a total of $3.27 billion to continue its work, and Rotary will be at the heart of that fundraising.
Projections show that if the world gave up the fight against polio today, as many as 200,000 children could be affected annually by 2029.
Bill Gates acknowledged the thought that this money could be better spent on other similarly worthwhile causes, rather than a handful of cases for a specific disease.
But, the American businessman described fighting disease akin to fighting a fire – it's not enough to put out most of it. Unless you extinguish it completely, the disease comes roaring back.
And projections show that if the world gave up the fight against polio today, as many as 200,000 children could be affected annually by 2029.
"Within 10 years, we'd backslide to where we were 40 years before," he added.
"Back around 2013, when Ethiopia looked to be free of the wild poliovirus, a few cases cropped up.
"For those who'd spent years fighting the disease there, it was frustrating. But Rotarians who travelled to Ethiopia stuck by a motto: never, never, never give up.
"So long as Rotarians continue to believe that – so long as we never give up – then polio does not stand a chance."
Global Polio Eradication InitiativePolioRotary International
Rotary is on the brink of ending polio now and forever.
Rotary iron lung polio display steals the show
The iron lung is a terrifying symbol of a time when polio was commonplace in Great Britain & Ireland. A display at a community day in the west country of England provided a stark reminder for Rotary's End Polio Now campaign.
How social media is hindering Rotary's polio campaign
Since 1988, we've seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we've seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Rotary must not weaken in the fight against polio
A bold four-year strategy to finally rid the world of polio, which needs a further $3.27 billion funding, was unveiled in London to Rotarians and MPs.


Burns Energy Systems has developed an improved process for the refining of zinc from dross prior to use for the production of zinc oxide and zinc dust. This integrated high yield process was jointly developed by A. H. Burns Energy Systems Ltd and zinc industry experts. The efficiency of the zinc recovery comes from the high efficiency of the melting and vaporizing furnaces, as well as the new optimized process.
The new Burns Energy Systems Tilting Melting Furnace has been designed to provide high metal solution temperatures and material mixing required to efficiently separate the iron prior to liquid charging of the vaporizing crucibles. Lead (if present in the dross) remains in the vaporizing crucibles and is periodically removed from the liquid zinc by liquation. Recovered lead can be re-sold to offset the processing costs.
Discharging 99.96% pure zinc recovered from dross.


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Miami University Oxford, Ohio est. 1809 Student Life
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Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life
Student Engagement and Leadership Awards
New Member Programs
TOPSS 5K Fun Run
Orientation to Fraternity and Sorority Life
For those interested in learning about fraternities and sororities at Miami University, we have developed a course that will introduce you to the community and our shared expectations. If you would like to be added to the course, please email FSLL@miamioh.edu.
All those who anticipate joining a fraternity or sorority are required to complete the course and will be added to it in order to fulfill their eligibility requirements for receiving and accepting a bid.
Completion of this course is required for all interested in joining the community. However, completion of this course does not guarantee an invitation to membership.
New Member Convocation
Information about New Member Convocation for Spring 2023 will be posted here when available.
Greeks Step Up
Greeks Step Up is a bystander intervention program that looks at the topics of Hazing, Sexual Violence, and Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Each New Member who has joined since the last Greeks Step Up program is required to attend. Sessions will be held from Mid-February to Early March. Your chapter will be assigned a specific date to attend the program. These dates will be communicated to chapters at a later date.
If for some reason you are not able to attend the date selected for your chapter, please contact your chapter's new member educator for next steps in ensuring you attend a Greeks Step Up session.
Interfraternity Council Enhanced Membership Experience
Information now available on IFC's website.
In an effort to increase internal accountability, the Interfraternity Council (IFC) at Miami University has developed the Enhanced Membership Experience (EME), an initiative in which each IFC-recognized chapter will restructure their new member program to focus extensively on scholarship, service, values-based leadership, brotherhood, and a stronger sense of fraternal-community. The Interfraternity Council believes that by undertaking such a serious initiative, we will better provide every new member with the most foundationally-true fraternity experience while reducing high-risk activities such as hazing and alcohol or drug abuse.
The initiative was born out of a greater need within our community for communication, transparency, and accountability. The Enhanced Membership Experience consists of three components:
New Member Education Plan outlining every chapter policy regarding new members, as well as dates and descriptions of all new member activities;
Letter to Parents outlining the chapter's member education process and including important contact information for chapter officers and advisors;
Calendar of Events outlining new member events day-by-day for the entire education period. Fraternities are required to submit this plan for approval before they are permitted to participate in formal recruitment. All of these documents are made public on the IFC website.
The first year of this initiative saw an 83% decrease in hazing violations for IFC-recognized chapters according to the Miami University Office of Community Standards. We firmly believe that each new member should be given the commitment of a lifelong experience cultivating personal and fraternal values through the bonds of brotherhood. Hazing and alcohol abuse have no place in this experience. Through the Enhanced Membership Experience, the Interfraternity Council is committed to ensuring the longevity of the fraternal experience and to fully realigning the Greek community's values with those of Miami University and Oxford.
Each chapter will select two representatives to manage and revise the Enhanced Membership Experience.
Each chapter must submit their Enhanced Membership Experience to the Interfraternity Council prior to being allowed to participate in formal recruitment.
The EME will be reviewed (as it is revised) by the IFC Vice President of Member Education with the consultation of the IFC Executive Board. Each chapter will receive feedback during the revision process.
The chapter representatives, along with the chapter executive board, will present the EME to the chapter on at least two separate occasions during the revision process.
The chapter's executive board will present the finalized plan to the IFC Executive Board for approval. If the chapter's plan is denied, they will have time to edit and submit it again for approval. Failure to do so will result in the chapter being unable to participate in the next formal recruitment period.
Required Preliminary Action
Each chapter will choose two representatives who will oversee the creation and revision of the plan. These representatives can be elected, delegated by the chapter's executive board, or selected in any way.
Good candidates might include: past executive board members, member educators, new members who want to become leaders in the chapter, general members interested in taking on an executive role, members with a passion for holistic development in the chapter.
The representatives will design a program to communicate the EME to the entire chapter in an effective way.
Chapter officers and representatives will go over the EME with the chapter. 70% of the chapter is required to be in attendance at the presentation.
Components of the Enhanced Membership Experience
New Member Education Plan: A document including information regarding the chapter's new member process. These plans will be published on the Interfraternity Council Website. Each chapter's New Member Education Plan must include but is not limited to:
Values Based Selection Process/Recruitment of New Members
Statement on Alcohol Free Recruitment
Statement on Alcohol Free Bid Distribution
Statement on Hazing
Financial Obligations for New Members
Required Projects
New Member Requirements for Initiation (including Academic)
Purposes/Goals of Chapter Program
Process Evaluation by New Members or New Initiates
Weekly Schedule/Overall Calendar
Rules/Code of Conduct (i.e. attendance, dress code, interaction with other organizations, etc)
Chapter/Big Brother/Mentor Rules/Code of Conduct
List of chapter advisors/faculty advisors responsible for oversight of the new member program
Calendar of Events: Includes a day-by-day calendar that details the New Member activities. All New Member activities should be clearly stated and described, and ambiguities such as "Brotherhood Event" will not suffice.
Calendars will be published on the IFC website.
Chapters should use the EME Calendar Template to construct the Calendar of Events.
Letter to Parents/Guardians: Lists all points of contact within the chapter executive board as well as advisors and relevant contacts within the national organization and IFC. The letter should outline the chapter's mission, accomplishments, and goals. The letter should be sent to the parents/guardians of all new members within the first week of new member education. This letter must include but is not limited to:
Copy of the Miami University Code of Student Conduct hazing policy
The national organization's statement on hazing
The name & phone number of each chapter executive board member, new member educator, chapter advisor
The name and email address of the IFC President and IFC VP of Member Education
Notice that all new member education materials can be found on the IFC website.
Important Dates for 2020-2021
Sanctions related to the Enhanced Membership Experience
If the above milestones are missed, possible sanctions (decided by the VPs of Conduct) can include but are not limited to: missing fall recruitment events, social probation.
The Interfraternity Council holds the right to ban chapters who do not submit the EME from formal recruitment activities during both the Fall and Spring semesters. The final possible date for EME approval is January of the Spring semester.
The Interfraternity Council has the right to suspend the New Member process of any and all chapters that are not in regulation with the EME program.
Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
It is the mission of the Cliff Alexander Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life to assist our fraternity and sorority community to succeed in living out its shared values of scholarship and learning, service and philanthropy, community, leadership and values, and Brotherhood and Sisterhood among all Fraternity and Sorority chapters at Miami University. Through collaboration and cooperation with its stakeholders, we strive to create an environment supportive of the academic mission of Miami University that is congruent with the values and rituals of our chapters and encourages a strong Interfraternal campus community.
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Royal Navy aircraft carriers make history on simultaneous F-35B operations
Britain's two new aircraft carriers have been conducting simultaneous F-35B fast jet operations for the first time – thousands of miles apart.
Separated by 7,000 miles, HMS Prince of Wales in the North Sea and HMS Queen Elizabeth in the Pacific have been launching and recovering the stealth strike fighter on round-the-clock sorties.
Until now, the ships have embarked the fifth-generation jets but never have the two 65,000-tonne behemoths launched the fighters from their flight decks at the same time.
That's now changed with HMS Prince of Wales exercising with the RAF's 207 Squadron in waters close to the UK, while, on the other side of the world, HMS Queen Elizabeth carries out flying operations over the Pacific with her jets from 617 Squadron and VMFA-211 of the US Marine Corps.
"This is an extraordinary achievement for the Royal Navy and represents the true global reach we have in this current era," said First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin.
"It demonstrates the enduring strength of our alliances and partnerships and is the result of decades of work and dedication to achieve this feat with the Queen Elizabeth-class carriers."
Three UK F-35Bs from 207 Squadron are currently on board HMS Prince of Wales as she goes through the final demanding stages of becoming fully operational this autumn.
Pilots are carrying out carrier qualifications day and night to ensure they are ready for missions ahead, while the ship is going through the world-renowned Fleet Operational Sea Training (FOST) programme. This tests ships and personnel to the limit in order to qualify them for operations.
Later this month, HMS Prince of Wales will also take part in the largest military exercise in the UK, Joint Warrior, off the Scottish coast to test her ability to work alongside other naval, air force and army assets and as part of broader task group operations.
Commanding Officer, Captain Steve Higham, said: "It's brilliant to see F35s operating from our flight deck and to have our friends and colleagues from the RAF and the Army on board with us.
"UK Carrier Strike is, at its heart, an inherently joint venture and one that is going fantastically well.
"We already see 207 Squadron as part of the HMS Prince of Wales team and they have brought alive our latest training package by simultaneously conducting F-35 pilot qualifications.
"HMS Prince of Wales is rapidly moving through the gears as the UK's contingent strike carrier ahead of operations as the NATO command ship in 2022."
Wing Commander Scott Williams, in command of 207 Squadron, added: "This embarkation marks the start of 207 Squadron's affiliation with the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers for decades to come.
"Developing our relationship with the ship's company, who have been very welcoming, has enabled us to re-qualify our pilots in operations at sea ensuring that they can continue to train the next generation and grow the UK's maritime strike capability."
HMS Queen Elizabeth meanwhile is fresh from exercises with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and a port visit to Yokosuka, which was a key moment in the Carrier Strike Group (CSG) deployment.
The CSG deployment has taken the aircraft carrier and her supporting warships across the Atlantic, Mediterranean, Indian Oceans and into the Pacific, working with allies and partners along the way flying the flag for Global Britain.
Commander Mark Sparrow, in command of 617 Squadron, said: "The level of flying we have achieved so far on this deployment has allowed us the chance to really build our experience and understanding with the F-35B and maritime operations.
"It has been fantastic to be able to work with other nations and other aircraft, including squadrons of F-35Bs from the US and F-35As from Japan.
"We have taken massive leaps forward in learning how to maximize this fifth generation capability in Carrier Strike and it is great to see 207 Squadron and HMS Prince Of Wales continuing to build this."
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Employees Who Take Vacation Spend Too Much Time Working, Data Shows
Talk about counterproductive.
Many workers look forward to using their vacation time, especially those who put in long hours and desperately need a break from the daily grind. But new data from LinkedIn reveals that employees aren't escaping the office to the extent they should be. And that's a problem on many levels.
Workers aren't getting a real break
It's one thing to answer a single urgent email while on vacation, but it's another thing to log in daily. Yet 59% of employees admit that they actively engage with work emails or phone calls while on vacation, checking in at least one time a day, if not more.
Not all that surprisingly, Gen Zers -- today's youngest employees -- stay the most connected while on vacation among all generations in the workforce, with 86% actively engaging in work activities when out of the office. And the reason could boil down to the fact that younger workers feel less secure in their jobs, and therefore feel more pressured to stay current on work matters, even when they're taking the time off they're entitled to.
But age isn't the only factor that influences workers' likelihood of checking in on work during vacation; compensation plays a role as well. In fact, LinkedIn uncovered a direct correlation between dollars earned and workers' tendency to disconnect while on vacation. Specifically, it found that 61% of workers who make under $25,000 per year never engage with work emails or phone calls when away. On the flip side, 93% of workers earning between $180,000 and $200,000 a year respond to work emails or calls while on vacation at least once daily, if not more. The primary reason? They're afraid to fall behind on job-related responsibilities.
Co-workers are compounding the problem
While it's clear that workers today have a hard time unplugging when they're supposed to be on vacation, the fact that their colleagues tend to pull them back into work matters doesn't help. A good 73% of employees say they've been contacted by a co-worker while taking paid time off at least once, and 49% of them claim they were contacted by colleagues on more than one occasion while trying to get a break.
Letting your employees escape
Taking vacation isn't just about doing new things or sitting by a pool; it's about getting a true mental break from work-related responsibilities. Employees who fail to snag that break often wind up burning out, and once that happens, it's hard to motivate them to perform well. Therefore, it's on employers to help ensure that workers who take vacation actually get to use that time for themselves.
If you're a manager, one thing you can do is implement a backup system where employees buddy up and cover one another during vacation periods. This could largely eliminate the need for workers to check emails constantly while away, or feel compelled to take phone calls. Furthermore, you can work with employees to identify optimal times to take vacation -- think slower periods during the year when their absence may not be felt as much.
At the same time, make it clear to your employees that they're not required to check emails or voice mails while away and that they're entitled to spend their vacation time relaxing and not dealing with work. The more you support your employees in getting away, the greater your chances of having them come back from vacation feeling refreshed, renewed, and ready to dive back in.
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After another tough year, more Madison families use food pantry services
The River Food Pantry distributes extra food to meet a higher demand during "No Hunger Holidays"
By Marcus Aarsvold
Published: Dec. 30, 2021 at 5:42 PM CST|Updated: Dec. 30, 2021 at 10:29 PM CST
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Feed The Children and The River Food Pantry held an extra drive through on Thursday to make sure people start 2022 with a fridge full of food.
"Food is a right and not a privilege," The River Food Pantry Executive Director Rhonda Adams said. "We can do without a lot of things but we cannot do without food."
Adams staff would usually be off the day before New Year's Eve, but Feed The Children asked if they could contribute food and toys for an additional donation day--duly named No Hunger Holidays.
She explained that extra days of service are necessary to meet the growing needs of Dane County community members who cannot afford to pay for food, clothing or gifts for their children.
"We're working hard to get rid of the stigma of what it means to come to a food pantry," Adams said. "We think we're pretty cool people to hangout with here for a little while. Our staff and our volunteers are very compassionate and very generous to our community so we're here for those that need us."
Madison Police Department Officer Howard Payne switched his shift so he could help handout meat, fresh produce and cleaning products to families driving through the food pantry.
"It feels good," Payne said. "It felt warmer out here not quite Florida weather but definitely warmer since we've been out here moving around."
He said wanted to help families feel comfortable when they received their items.
"Most people are super super happy about the fact that we're even doing it," Payne said. "I think it also gives a different impression about where you can get help when you probably didn't even think about it on a real deep level."
The River Food Pantry Communications Manager Becca Carpenter said No Hunger Holidays served 275 families and 900 individuals during the three hour event.
Click here to volunteer at the food pantry. Adams said they are always looking for more people to help feed the community.
PHMDC: COVID-19 hospitalization, death rates ~60x higher for unvaccinated vs. boosted


← Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series Book 5 Coming!
Pre-School – Grade 3 – Written in rhyme with life lessons – stories encourage children to behave, to respect others differences, to listen to your mother, show kindness to others, it's okay to be different, love one another, be kind to animals, family and friends are important.
School will be out in less than two months! Can you believe it? Have you picked out which books you want your children to read yet? Let me make some suggestions for you.
Middle-Grade/Young Adult/Preteen – Stories encourage good behavior, kindness to others, respect of elders and family values.
Jemsbooks for all ages! After all, everyone needs a good book!
If your library doesn't carry Jemsbooks tell them to check out Jemsbooks today! I have donated books to my local library and also sent some to a library in Florida. All libraries should be made aware of books you like to read. I know that everyone can't afford to purchase a dozen books at one time so let your library help you out. They will purchase them so that you can read all summer.
There are also direct links to individual books (17 in all so far, more coming) on the right side of this post.
Remember: Reading Gives You Wings to Fly! This summer soar with Jemsbooks!
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Lovely Janice, I shared on twitter and my Facebook page @SirChocolateBooks.
Check out these great books for kids that should be on their summer reading list from Janis Spina.
I'd love to add your idea to my book review handout I created as a giveaway for MailChimp.
Thank you, Marsha! I haven't completed my sign up with MailChimp yet. Do you like it? Is it easy to use?
I like it now. Easy is not the word I would use. You get a lot of information about who actually opens your email. I have not been what I would consider successful at it yet, though I've done a few campaigns. I'm going to dedicate May to Mail Chimp.


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Over-ear, closed back design with cushioned ear cups. 35mm drivers with rare earth magnets. Adjustable padded headband. 20Hz-20kHz frequency range. 1/4" adapter included. .


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IIFL Wealth Management Ltd. is an Indian wealth management firm, headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company has a presence in 7 countries and 23 locations in India. It offers wealth management, asset management, portfolio management services, investment products, treasury services, estate planning and lending among others. The company has been rated as A1+ by rating agencies such as CRISIL and ICRA.

, IIFL Wealth Management has around  in assets under management, which excludes custody assets.

History
IIFL Wealth was founded in 2008. It operated as a subsidiary of IIFL Holdings, a diversified publicly traded financial services company, backed by Fairfax Financial, until the demerger of the IIFL Group into three separately listed entities, one of which is IIFL Wealth.

The equity shares of IIFL Wealth Management are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange of India.

In December 2018, IIFL Wealth Management launched the IIFL Wealth Index 2018 series, in partnership with Wealth-X.

Acquisition
In April 2020, IIFL Wealth completed the acquisition of 100% equity shares of L&T Capital Markets (LTCM), a wholly owned subsidiary of L&T Finance Holdings. The acquisition was for a total cash consideration of 230 crore plus available cash balance of LTCM.

In October 2018, the company acquired a Chennai-based wealth management firm, Wealth Advisors India for  . IIFL Wealth Management acquired Ashburton India Equity Opportunities for an undisclosed amount in December 2017.

IIFL Wealth Management acquired non banking finance company Chephis Capital Markets in February 2016.

The company had bought a majority stake in India Alternatives Investment Advisors Pvt Ltd, a PE advisory firm, in April 2014.

Funding
In June 2018, the company raised  from Ward Ferry, General Atlantic and others.

The New York based PE firm, General Atlantic acquired 21.61 per cent stake in IIFL Wealth Management for  in October 2015.

Ranking
 A1+ Rated by CRISIL in 2020.
 A1+ Rated by ICRA in 2018.

Subsidiaries
 IIFL Asset Management Limited
 IIFL Trustee Limited
 IIFL Investment Adviser and Trustee Services Limited
 IIFL Wealth Distribution Services Limited (formerly known as IIFL Distribution Services Limited)
 IIFL Wealth Prime Limited
IIFL Wealth Securities IFSC Limited
IIFL Altiore Advisors Ltd.
IIFL Wealth Portfolio Managers Limited (formerly known as IIFL Portfolio Managers Limited)
IIFL Wealth Capital Markets Limited (formerly known as L&T Capital Markets Limited)
IIFLW CSR Foundation
 IIFL Private Wealth Management (Dubai) Limited
 IIFL Inc
 IIFL Private Wealth Hong Kong Ltd
 IIFL Asset Management (Mauritius) Limited
 IIFL (Asia) Pte. Limited
 IIFL Capital Pte. Limited
 IIFL Securities Pte. Limited
 IIFL Capital (Canada) Limited

References

External links

 Company Overview of IIFL Wealth Management
 We want to buy growth, not recovery: Karan Bhagat, IIFL Wealth & Asset Management at The Economic Times
 A Wealth of Experience at Business Today (India)

Investment management companies of India
Financial services companies based in Mumbai
Indian companies established in 2008
Companies listed on the National Stock Exchange of India
Companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange
2008 establishments in Maharashtra

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I was buying a bunch of beautiful flowers for myself this morning and overheard the saddest thing….
My heart dropped and I wanted to leave the shop.
To be a florist and not believe in the power of the flowers, plants and aromas that come from them!?
And the fact in this day and age…Western medicine is STILL naive to the fact aromatherapy has been used as medicine for centuries…long before western medicine even realised germs exist!
This is what I believe to be the greatest issue in our health care system. They 'US and THEM' approach to healing.
Imagine a world where they two come together and heal for the sake of healing rather than placing elitist beliefs onto another methodology. I believe we are well on our way but there is also a LONG way to go when student GP's are still being taught complimentary medicine is nothing more than 'placebo'. The same can be said for many surgeries and drugs as has been proven time and time again.
I will never forget the day I attended a GP to request a series of blood tests so I could complete my Bachelor of Natural Medicine degree assignment.
In front of my then 4 year old daughter, she proceeded to yell at me for even considering complimentary medicine and REFUSED to give me a referral for my tests.
I was furious and gobsmacked at the words she used, her narrow minded beliefs and judgmental attitude.
This may seem like a controversial conversation…and it is…but I for one will continue to invest in my health BEFORE there is an issue and ALWAYS opt for complimentary medicine over Western.


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INDEPENDENCE MESSAGE 2020 BY THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL HIS EXCELLENCY THE MOST HON. SIR PATRICK ALLEN ON, GCMG, CD, KSt.J
My Fellow Jamaicans at home and in the Diaspora: Greetings!
Today we celebrate the 58th anniversary of our independence and despite the difficult context and restrictions, we have much for which to be thankful. No matter where in the world we are, our hearts still swell with pride, and a deep sense of patriotism whenever we witness the hoisting of our flag accompanied by strains of the Anthem.
The commemoration of this milestone in our nation's history, is not just for the customary jubilation and festivities, but it provides an invaluable opportunity for us to reflect and recommit ourselves to the continuous and crucial task of nation-building.
The COVID-19 pandemic which hit our shores in early March has changed our lives and the way we teach, socialize, work, conduct business, worship and even celebrate milestones like our cherished Independence. This however is a time of social, physical, and financial uncertainties, which easily brings to mind the expression of Thomas Paine that says these are 'times that try men's souls'.
I offer my sincere condolence to those at home and in the Diaspora who have lost family members, and wish a speedy recovery for individuals who have suffered the effects of this virus.
We are grateful for the swift response of the Government, especially the Ministry of Health, and its cadre of health professionals, other health providers, frontline workers, and security personnel, for providing information and resources to tackle this difficult situation so far. I also thank each one of you for exercising your 'duty of care' in following guidelines issued and assisting each other to get through this challenging time together.
A whole new world awaits us as we prepare to go into our 59th year of Independence. 'How will we forge a future in which no one is disadvantaged, disheartened, or disenfranchised?' That is the question for all Jamaicans today! These times require us to re-examine our National Pledge and commit the love and loyalty of our hearts, the wisdom and courage of our minds, to work diligently and creatively, in serving each other and building our nation.
Over the past three months, the mass movement for social justice, racial equality, the removal of offensive statues and iconography, have not escaped us in Jamaica. My Office has had to address this subject! These events have reminded us of the deep divisions that continue to plague many societies, and serve as reminders that we must continue to work together to overcome the inequities of our past.
The Emancipation that our forefathers and mothers fought vigorously for, many years ago, must be guarded and celebrated; even as we fight for the oppressed and marginalized, and not settle for anything except the best outcome.
However, today we celebrate the enviable fact that our democracy, even with its limitations, has remained stable for 58 years! We, the people, have successfully voiced and participated in our democracy, and must continue to do so to ensure that all of us can benefit from our status as an Independent Nation.
As we enter this 'new normal' environment, we must display the resilience for which we are known globally! Let us be strong; recharge our collective psyche; rally around the symbolic meaning of our National Flag; and remember what it means to be Jamaican!
Despite the challenges, the strength and creativity of our people will shine through, as we continue to chart our path forward.
Happy Independence. God bless you and bless "Jamaica, land we love!"


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Even in a strong economy, older workers can find it harder to find employment than their younger counterparts. Employers often use language like 'fast-paced" and 'energetic" to signal their desire to hire younger workers over older ones. Companies are advised to treat older workers, once hired, in similar ways they treat employees protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Victims of age discrimination in the workplace may be able to get compensation for their financial losses. An advisable first step could be to meet with an employment law attorney who has experience with these types of matters. If the issue can't be resolved through internal channels, it might be necessary to file a complaint with the EEOC.


Berkeley Research Group and K&L Gates co-hosted a webinar on September 18, 2013, discussing the latest issues and challenges faced by contractors when pricing government contracts. The session included a discussion of the increasing trend in FCA investigation and DCAA/OIG audit activity as it relates to contract pricing and some of the issues that arise during audits and investigation of pricing matters.
In addition, the session discussed challenges faced by contractors in complying with pricing requirements of both FAR Part 15 and commercial item acquisitions. Finally, the session provided an overview of system requirements and best practices to consider when facing the complexities of pricing government awards.
Berkeley Research Group and K&L Gates will co-host a one-hour webinar discussing the latest issues and challenges faced by contractors when pricing government contracts. The session will include a discussion of the increasing trend in FCA investigation and DCAA/OIG audit activity as it relates to contract pricing and some of the issues that arise during audits and investigation of pricing matters. In addition, the session will discuss challenges faced by contractors in complying with pricing requirements of both FAR Part 15 and commercial item acquisitions. Finally, the session will provide an overview of system requirements and best practices to consider when facing the complexities of pricing government awards.


Children-At-Risk Empowerment Association (CARE Singapore) is a charity and social service organisation specialised in youth development. Established in 1997, our purpose is to help vulnerable and at-risk youths find direction, hope and success in life. Every year, CARE helps about 1000 youths rewrite their life stories. By being present for those who need a little more support, we help them create a future with hope. This is a critical social investment as youths who go astray can incur huge social costs. CARE is also an NCSS-appointed Centre of Specialisation for Youth Empowerment, a national recognition of experience and expertise in helping at-risk youths.
We reach out to vulnerable and disadvantaged youths at risk of failure, dropping out of school, socio-emotional maladjustment, distress or delinquency. CARE engages, educates and empowers them through motivational life-skills instruction, counselling therapy, socio-emotional support, after-school activities, mentoring, leadership development and family support. Working in tandem with their families, schools and community, we help strengthen the socio-ecosystems for developing positive, resilient youths who can contribute to society.
CARE has proved to be a worthy social investment that has served well over 36,000 at-risk youths to date, and consistently delivered impactful outcomes, with satisfaction levels of well above 90%. (Based on evaluation feedback from students, teachers and parents) Our greatest achievement is in changed lives. Evidenced by countless life stories and feedback from students, parents and teachers, our work has helped to develop the skills, mindsets and perspectives for lasting, long-term and significant change. Some students who have graduated from our programmes are back with us as staff and volunteers to help others the way they have been helped.
How CARE Started Former teacher Lan Teo had just returned to Singapore after working as a counsellor in a Boston-based facility helping at-risk youths. Her friends, mainly teachers, lamented how they struggled with teaching difficult, at-risk students at the bottom end of the school system. This cry for help prompted the founding of CARE Singapore in 1997, a youth development charity, focussed on helping at-risk youths find direction, hope and success. National Council of Social Service (NCSS) supported CARE's strategy of providing life-skills education and counselling support with a project grant to kick-start the programme. Starting with just 300 students in 1997, CARE now serves about a thousand students annually. To date, CARE has served over 36,000 youths through a variety of programmes from well over 70 schools. By being present for those who need a little more support, we help them create a future of hope. Such work is a critical social investment as huge social costs are incurred when youths go astray. Since 2010, CARE is also a Centre of Specialisation for Youth Empowerment appointed by the National Council of Social Service (NCSS). This is a recognition of experience and expertise with a mandate to help raise service quality in the youth sector.


Authentic Light: But Why 40 Days?
Why did Jesus fast 40 days in the wilderness? Why do we fast that length of time to imitate him? Here's one reason.
Only three people in the entire Bible are recorded as fasting for 40 days: Moses (Book of Exodus, chapter 34 verse 28, ERV), Elijah (First Book of Kings, chapter 19 verse 8, ERV), and Jesus. These three men marked the most important epochs in the history of the people of God. Even Abraham was never called upon to fast 40 days, important as he was.
Moses instituted the "Old Covenant" between God and his nation and gave the Law to the children of Israel. This was the pattern of life God wanted them to follow and, we find out later, a pointer to virtually every aspect of Jesus' later work. Moses' fast occurred right at this crucial point in the story.
Elijah was seen as the greatest of the Old Testament prophets. The main job of Israel's prophets, incidentally, was to call the people back to the Law God had given them through Moses. His fast came at Israel's lowest point up to that time, when it appeared (to him) that he was the last believer in Yahweh the God of Israel -- and he was about to be killed too! At Sinai, when his fast was done, God renewed and recommissioned Elijah.
As Messiah, Jesus of Nazareth was the culmination of God's plan and superseded every thing Moses and Elijah had done. He pointed this out as bluntly and plainly as possible: "The law and the prophets were in effect until John came; since then the good news of the kingdom of God is proclaimed, and everyone tries to enter it by force," (Gospel of Luke, chapter 16 verse 16).
Jesus fasted the same length of time as Moses and Elijah to show he stood in their spiritual lineage, which he was destined to transcend. Not destroy it; there is a continuity in God's ways. But to "fulfill" it, to make it all come true (Gospel of Matthew, chapter 5 verse 17, ERV). From here on out the Kingdom of God was present in the person of its King and all the things Moses and Elijah -- "The Law and the Prophets" -- stood for were subsumed and fulfilled in the Messiah: "He interpreted for them the things written about himself in all the scriptures, starting with Moses and going through all the Prophets," (Gospel of Luke, chapter 24 verse 27, ERV).
"Two men, Moses and Elijah, were talking with him. They were clothed with heavenly splendor and spoke about Jesus' departure (in Greek, "exodon"), which he would achieve in Jerusalem," (Gospel of Luke, chapter 9 verses 30-31).
But what about us? Why do we ordinary, everyday Christians fast (in a much less agonizing way) for 40 days like Moses, Elijah, and Jesus did? Lots of reasons, but one of the most important is this: Because we are not ordinary and everyday. The Messiah has inducted us into his Movement and we have sworn allegiance to him, which means we are now part of that same spiritual lineage as he (and they) are. He is our head and we are his body (Letter to the Ephesians, chapter 1 verses 22-23, CEB). We are the Kingdom here and now, just as he was.
We don't merely act on Christ's behalf, we act as Christ -- as his personal way to permeate, transform, and eventually conquer the world. We are him to this world. Over the millennia Christ's Movement has found one of the most useful ways to become more like Jesus is to live our way through the events of his life each year, as we discussed in this post from 2011.
By imitating Jesus' 40 day fast we stand in the same line as Jesus, Elijah, and Moses did. We fast 40 days because Jesus fasted 40 days and we are his body. Doing this year by year melds the body ever closer to the head. Or, to reverse the image, keeping lent each year enables the world to see the head more clearly through the body.
Frankly, if we take it seriously, the 40 days fast prods us to stand up and openly state that, "Why yes, as a matter of fact I am part of Christ's body in this world!" With Jesus there was never any doubt what he was up to. We, on the other hand, can fit in a little too well and all unawares sink into a gentle anonymity. But when we come into work with a big smudgy ash cross on your forehead, or have to fumble for an explanation at lunch as to why we're not eating meat right now or must let all our friends know we won't be on Facebook for over a month, that can prompt awkward questions.
But that's ok because, after all, we're just the latest generation of that famous spiritual lineage.


1.First get the details of datafiles and archivelog location that present in the original database using the below command.
2.Get the latest SCN by using the below command.
3.Bring the database in begin backup mode.
Note :- Make sure once you start begin backup mode there shouldn't be No RMAN backup run on the database till you end the backup mode. Because till 10G if begin backup mode and RMAN backup is start at the same time there is a change of undo segment corruption and its a BUG reported by oracle support and I too faced the same problem, to resolve this we need downtime so be cautious.
4.Check the status whether the datafiles are in backup mode.
5.Now copy the datafiles physically from the original location to the destination.
6.After copying all the datafiles to destination location stop the backup mode in the original database.
7. Check the status of the datafiles.
9.Get the details of archivelogs that will be needed for recovery while bringing up the clone database.
10.Create Pfile from the spfile.
11. In original database generate CREATE CONTROLFILE statement by typing the following command.
This will create a trace file containing the "CREATE CONTROLFILE" command to recreate the controlfile in text form.
12.Create the necessary directory on the clone database (destination database) server on your desired location.
13. Now, go to the USER_DUMP_DEST directory on the original Database server and open the latest trace file.The trace file will have the form "ora_NNNN.trc with NNNN being a number. This file will contain steps and as well as CREATE CONTROLFILE statement. Copy the CREATE CONTROLFILE statement and paste it in a notepad.
Change the word 'REUSE' to 'set' and the 'olddbname' to 'newdbname'. Also change the datafiles location parameter to clone database location.
15. Now copy the pfile from the original database server to the clone database server and placed it under the $ORACLE_HOME/dbs location. Now open the parameter file in clone database and change the following parameters with the respective current location.
18.Check the status of the Database.
20. Now media recovery is needed because we are cloning from the HOT backup. Follow the below setps.
22.Once applied all the neceesary archive log files give cancel .
23.Now open the database with open reset logs.
If you want to clone the database on the different server, for copying the file from source to destination we need to use SCP comand.
Thanks! We had always been cloning from cold backups. Cloning from a hot backup is a little different. Your plan worked great!


Vorzüge [plural]: Advantages; Merits; Preferences. Clever name for a high-end boutique amplifier manufacturer, please tell me more. Well, their website maybe holds the answers? Pictures seem to have been uploaded in August of 2011. Okay. It's been out a while. Why so little buzz? Stock photos of a studio mixing table, close-up shots of headphone amplifiers and black & red & white as far as the eye can see. Have I entered Knight Rider's headphone blog? Click-click. Silver solder with gold compound. Gold plated PCB. Sure, I'm probably part of the correct demographic audience – having all sorts of cables, amps and headphones around the house – but that wasn't really the information I was searching for. How do they sound?
But another little part of me (the one that makes my fiancé say "Another headphone amplifier?!") was aroused. I contacted Vorzüge via e-mail requesting some technical specs for their main products, the two headphone amps VorzAMPpure and VorzAMP Duo. Combining website info with their reply, the amps seemed to be almost identical except for the EQ-function. I'm not going to disclose the information I received, since it contained a confidentiality disclosure agreement, however, let's put it like this. In a perfect world maybe, but highly unlikely. So I started laughing and thought that all those classes in digital electronics in my distant youth just saved me several hundred dollars.
I seemed to listen to music everywhere but, in front of my desktop amplifier. So I – reluctantly – sold off my La Figaro 339 with a whole bunch of tubes and ventured deep into the transportable world. Purchased most of the upper-end amps available. ALO Audio's The National, The Continental and The Pan Am, Leckerton Audio's UHA-4, Triad Audio's L3 and last but not least Vorzüge VorzAMPduo. The quest was to find an amp both suitable for multi-armature high-sensitivity/low-impedance CIEMs as well as orthodynamics, in my case the LCD-2 and subsequently the LCD-3.
I must add that I bought the VorzAMP mainly hoping to burst the bubble on all this mysticism. So, heavy negative expectation bias, check. I saw myself probably listening to it, not be that impressed and maybe and in a worst-case-scenario give it to my non-audiophile brother-in-law. Boy was I wrong.
Note: I may sometimes refer to the amplifiers in plural, but I have only listened to the VorzAMPduo. Assumptions are based on the fact that only the EQ-part differs between the two amps according to Vorzüge.
VorzAMPpure and VorzAMPduo are very-very similar. Their dimensions are 83 x 66 x 18 mm. The Pure weighs 140 g, including dual lithium batteries of 3.7V/1000mAh each, stated to last for 30 hs. The Duo differs from the Pure by having a 2-band EQ, treble and bass, in on/off-configuration, adding 10 g, whilst removing 4hs of battery life.
These solid little works of art sets one back 430 and 520 USD respectively. And when I say solid I mean solid. Not like the Triad Audio L3 impresses with its brick-sized manners, the VorzAMP is hands down the most well-built headphone amplifier that I've ever listened to. To put it in words is complicated. It's like explaining the feeling one gets when sitting in a Porsche. All the small details make up the whole. In this case the switches, the non-scratch metal finish, the perfectly printed text, the slightly recessed input/output jacks… I could go on for a while.
However, being this small, the layout of the front panel is tight. As much as I like the "use every mm"-approach, forget about using two cables with plugs with diameters over 8-9 mm's. Oyaide and Neutrik plugs are recommended. The supplied "Vorz-cable" with Rean plugs works great, but those straight plugs and a total length of 20 cm ain't especially pocket-friendly.
Supplied is also a quite high quality velour pouch. Nice! Fits the Vorzamp and a smaller source. In my case I keep a headphone-cable rolled up in there. Also supplied is a cheap wall-wart with USB-A output and a USB-A to USB-B-mini (not micro) cable. You don't have to contemplate about the latter items cheap/poor build quality, since the battery life of 20-25 hs means that you rarely need to use them in the first place.
Continued on Page 2, does the inside match the outside?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Valentin is a mid-20's multi-tasker. Played a lot of instruments from the age of 5-6 and onward. Grew his hair, experimented with 4x12" Mesa Boogies whilst growling in front of a mic. Cut his hair and DJ'd electro beats at clubs. Grew a moustache and people started calling him Dr. Hogea. Has ravaged through all genres you could imagine. A playlist with Warren Zevon, Dissection and Dead Prez is the daily diet. Preferably in a transportable manner. Life is too short for a desk.
A Buddy of mine emailed me about a week ago and asked if I wanted to take a listen to this amp. I ultimately passed on it and am thoroughly regretting it. Gosh, I really enjoy your writing style. What a great review! I get so excited when other authors use certain words and phrases that don't really go togther in the portable amplifier world, such as "Soundstage" and "Big". When I see those terms near each other, I usually end up getting it. Welcome to the Guest Spot Family. Ed and I serve drinks and cookies on Friday nights.
Increased review output and possibly an increase in readership?
But i want cookies too!
Well, Julius didn't say you couldn't attend.
Yeah, for all I tell my daughter she needs to learn patience, I need to learn some myself. Since it is actually happening, I'm actually getting a little nervous.
Aww! Of Course they can attend. Anyone can! Free Cookies for all! All I need is your social security and credit card number and verification.
Oh sure. I will mail them to you, complete with a money order containing my whole bank account. Will that be enough?
Great you liked it. Hope we all will find a niche in this good ol' family.
Thanks a million for the kind words. I do my best. It took a while to write, hopefully the next ones goes a bit faster.
Looking forward to reading new stuff from you guys!
White russians? Maaaaaanly! Bring out the Stroh-rum 160-proof!
This review was fun. I could never quite tell if this was a positive or negative review. I know how you feel though. When I saw the film Prometheus last summer, it was maddening. So close to utter brilliance, but a few forehead slapping decisions really shot it in the foot. Seems to be the same here. Here is hoping they take feedback.
I am loving these guest reviews. Hope to see another one from you.
When perfection is so close, someone just has to mess it up. I just can understand it. Vorzüge are skilled engineers/designers. Who/when/why?… decided to add that moronic EQ? And then non-existant gain-control? It makes baby Jesus cry.
It really is a head-scratcher. Those are basics in this age of digital audio. Although, if I ever see someone walking town with the LCD-3 around their head, I will make sure to recommend this to them. And before you say that is crazy, a co-worker of mine, who I have awoken to the world of headphones, says he sees people walking around the university of Minnesota with HD700's on their head… Connected to ipods… I hope baby Jesus likes to cry, cause it isn't going to stop.
HD700?! Hah.. Beam me up Scotty!
I should find this guy. Trade him my HD202 for the HD700. The HD202's will sound better connected straight to his ipod, so he might go for it.
Wow! Almost the perfect one. Now that's something I have to try listening to.
I'm new here, so maybe I don't yet get the joke — but is English a second language to the reviewers here? I've noticed that many reviews posted here are so poorly written (or translated) that it would take Talmudic scholar to figure out what the writer is trying to say.
Huh? What does the word "they're" refer to? Depending on the reference, this could either be a positive or negative statement. Does the reviewer care whether we can tell the difference?
I sympathize with the person below that commented "I could never quite tell if this was a positive or negative review." Maybe if the writer was less interested in verbal masturbation and more interested in stringing together a few, coherent sentences, we would know.
Nice to see the 'con's with the 'pro's. I was looking for something to drive my LCD2s while walking around the house. Seem like this may fit the bill. Esp with 20+ hour battery life!
Two questions. Despite the low end EQs odd placement, how does it affect headphones or sources you might consider lacking bass quantity? Also, would you consider the low end more analytic or edging more towards the warmer end?
In my honest opinion. It adds a mid-bass hump. Which I really don't like. It might work with very dry phones, like K701/Q701-ish. However, they'll probably end up like a muddy HD650. It's simply too much. I can't picture one headphone that would really shine with that amount.
The low end is warmish, but very good layering. W/o the EQ-bass on that is.
Hi Valentin, I'm Yago (previous owner of this VorzAmpDuo for just a few time) but I agree with you in all that you say about this amp.
Congratulations for your fantastic review!
I read your thorough review and are interested to Vorzüge amp.
I wanted to use it for the reader to use AK120 with headphones as K701 or HD650. But also for driving better a IEM as Etymotic ER-4S.
You've got to use the AK120? What do you think of the synergy?
I was thinking of buying the new model Vorzamp Pure II that should have the same sound signature, but that allows to adjust the gain.
Do you have any other advice for a truly portable amp?
I think the Vorzuges are good for 650s. For a thin IEM like the ER4S I'd go for something warmer and fuller on the mids like the ALO International or RSA Intruder.
The K701… I don't have any recommendation for it.
I really doubt the integrity of this manufacturer: Why you think they are german? For sure they aren't (why should shipping to germany then be more expensive than to the US). And what are surprise: Shipping to China is even less.
On the website there is no address, no names, no country, no phone number, no email address.
Very poor review because of that: When you recommend a product to at least a bit of background research to protect the readers.


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next month, several families are having a big house sale on thursday, friday, saturday - february 23/24/25, 2012 from 9 am to 5 pm.
there will be lots of bike gear - road/time trial bikes, clothes, cycling jerseys, work bench, wheels, posters, exercise balls, including lots of bike gear for petite women cyclists.
sale will also have furniture and lots of other miscellaneous stuff as well.
any suggestions on best place(s) to post for cyclists? thanks for any recommendations.


As part of the ongoing construction on the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project, Metro's contractor Walsh/Shea Corridor Constructors (WSCC) has closed the northbound frontage road on Crenshaw Boulevard between 48th and 50th streets to vehicle traffic and on-street parking from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the days listed below. The closure is expected to be completed by Monday, Dec. 19.
The work will be done in phases and includes demolition and replacement of the existing sidewalk, curb, gutter, roadway and the frontage median island.
Secure and lighted temporary parking is being provided on the southeast corner of Crenshaw Boulevard and 50th Street.
•Closure of northbound number 2 and 3 lanes on Crenshaw Boulevard from 50th to 48th streets.
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Northbound Crenshaw Boulevard will be open to one lane of travel at all times.
Frontage road parking and vehicular access will be prohibited from November 28 to December 19.
A five-foot temporary sidewalk will be maintained throughout this activity, however there will be intermittent sidewalk closures during the work shift.