The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has delayed requiring power plants, and other industrial sites to get a permit for greenhouse gas pollution. Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases contribute to global warming, and threaten the welfare of mankind. The delay should help the government and facilities prepare themselves for the future cutbacks and regulation of greenhouse pollution.
New York Times-
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/30/science/earth/30emissions.html?ref=science
Since 2006, Jennifer Liberty-Clark, a proud member of Cambridge’s Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) Psychology department, has been connecting with students on more than just an intellectual level. Unlike many University professors, Liberty-Clark reaches out to her students to make an impact in their lives. To her, college is more than just shuffling students around, and memorizing certain facts. It is about a time in a student’s life to reinvent, and discover their true selves. “We are all like onions, with many layers. Peeling them back is finding our true self. I feel like it's a life process, for sure, but as far as my career goes the onion has been peeled. I have found the inner core, the thing that was written for me to be, and to do long before I was born,” said Liberty-Clark. However, Liberty-Clark didn’t always know that she’d end up with her career path as an educator. It took her years of peeling back the layers, and a twist in the road to find her purpose in life. Psychology wasn’t anything new to Liberty-Clark growing up. Her uncle, George Petrangelo, was a psychology professor at St. Cloud University. Although, it wasn’t so much his two Master’s Degrees and PhD. that impressed her, but his knowledge for people, and how he interacted with them mentioned Liberty-Clark.
It wasn’t until college as a freshman that Liberty-Clark truly got hooked on psychology she said. The final push was a general psychology course. By 1991, Liberty-Clark received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stout in psychology with an emphasis in Human Resource Management.
While working at a bank Liberty-Clark went on to earn her Master’s Degree in 1995 at St. Cloud University with two focal areas in Counseling Psychology and Vocational Rehabilitation. However, has life would have it, by the time she graduated with her degree the State of Minnesota had changed their licensing laws. “Basically, counselors were made obsolete with only a Master’s degree, because Insurance companies wouldn’t pay for them,” described Liberty-Clark. “I was very disappointed and so went back to the bank to work while I figured out my route. I ended up working for Dale Carnegie Training in their MN branch selling training/consulting services to fortune 100 and 500 companies. I also began actually training our customers. I did that for 10 years when I took an adjunct position at Century Community College teaching Lifespan Psychology,” said Liberty-Clark.
Slowly after that she eased her way out of the training and development field and into teaching at ARCC Liberty-Clark explained.Since then she has been teaching students about more than just theories of psychology, and the theorists that created them; she has been teaching them to believe in themselves, and embrace education, and how they can be the voice of change in the world. If nothing else, Liberty-Clark hopes to teach students that they are worthy of a college education, of being successful and grabbing happiness as their own. “If they leave my classes seeing 'the cup half full rather than half empty', I've done my job,” added Liberty-Clark.
Line Kessel, an ophthalmologist, and his colleagues have developed a cheaper alternative than replacement surgery in treating cataracts. As the leading cause of blindness, cataracts can often occur with aging. However, a new promising treatment is being tested in which a fast-pulse laser is used to deliver infrared light to help restore the eye lens back to normal.
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http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/23/science/23oblens.html?ref=science
When and how did you first discover psychology? My uncle, George Petrangelo, was a professor at SCSU...so all of growing up I knew what it was and I always respected and admired him because he had two Master's Degrees and a PhD. But more than the education, it was his knowledge for PEOPLE and how he interacted with them that always impressed me. What about it interested you? How it applied to our lives always interested me most. The theories are actually rather dry, unless we can make the cerebral connection to the things that happen in our own lives! What made you decide that you wanted a career in psychology? I took general psych in college as a freshman and I was 'hooked.' It was pretty much a done deal after that! Where did you go to get your degrees? In what years did you get them? I received my BS from the University of WI-Stout in the spring of 1991 in Psychology with an emphasis in Human Resource Management and a minor in Speech Communication. In 1995 I received my MA from St. Cloud State University with two focal areas: Counseling Psychology and Vocational Rehabilitation. Why did you decide to go into the educational field of psychology and not another branch? I didn't at first. I first worked at a bank, then went on for my master's degree. At the time I graduated, the State of MN had changed their licensing laws, which basically made counselors 'obsolete' with only a master's degree. Insurance companies wouldn't pay for them. This has since changed, but as life would have it, I had to choose a different fork in the road....the fork that I was always suppose to take, I just didn't know it at the time! I was VERY disappointed and so went back to the bank to work while I figured out my route. I ended up working for Dale Carnegie Training in their MN branch selling training/consulting services to fortune 100 and 500 companies. I also began actually TRAINING our customers. I did that for 10 years when I took an adjunct position at Century Community College teaching Lifespan Psych. THey hired me one day and 3 days later I was prepped and in front of a classroom for the first time in a college setting! Baptism by fire is what's it called! I loved it and quite slowly eased out of the training and development field and into teaching at ARCC. How has that decision to go into psychology impacted your life? In every way--physically [it's exhausting], emotionally [I can't tell you the number of emotions FELT in this job, sometimes all at the same time!], psychologically and spiritually. It's touched my relationships with my family, my husband, my children and all others I come into contact with. It's given my life purpose and meaning. What are some of the most rewarding experiences you have had with this field? Seeing students turn their lives around. There are endless examples of students being the FIRST generation college students in their families, having horrific 'growing up conditions' and somehow in all of that finding their self-worth and desire to go to college and get an education, breaking the cycle of non-education and sometimes even poverty and abuse. Those situations DRIVE me. I came from a fairly NORMAL family, but I, too, am a first generation college student and so that specific population is dear to me! Helping them to be successful gives my life a purpose! What kind of struggles, and down sides do you face in this field? How do they compare with your upsides/rewarding experiences? I'm not big on having to be the 'heavy' and coming down on a student or students when they need to buck up and get on board, but it's a necessary evil. I'm getting more confident at holding the line! ;) What is your favorite thing about teaching psychology? The connections that students can make with their lives and when the lightbulb goes off! Is there anything you wish you could change in your field of psychology or relating back to your job? I wouldn't change anything. It's what it is. The history of it unfolding, the theorists, even the strange ones, still have offered great things to the field and I'm not big on changing what's behind us, only what's in front of us! How do you try to make an impact in your students' lives? By helping them to believe in themselves, to trust themselves, to embrace education and to understand how important they are to being a voice and the "change" in our world. What is the number one thing you want all your students to take away from your classes? Understanding that they are worthy of a college education, of being successful and grabbing happiness as their own! If they leave my classes seeing 'the cup 1/2 FULL rather than 1/2 EMPTY', I've done my job! How have your students impacted you? In ENDLESS ways. They humor me, they entertain me, they challenge me, my thinking, my brain capacity! They energize me, they inspire me, they've changed me spiritually. It's been quite the ride. I can see their faces, many of them, whom I've taught over the years and can tell you how they've changed me. I don't have enough time or space to write them all. Have your students taught you anything? If so give some examples. They've taught me many things but one of the most important lessons, which has been a repeated lesson learned in my life is to NOT JUDGE A BOOK BY IT"S COVER! They've taught me that everyone deserves a 2nd, and in some cases a 3rd and 4th chance and they've even taught me that sometimes the 'dog really does eat your homework!' I remember a student the first year I taught at ARCC in the green tin shed bldg across from the current campus. He came into IS 105 [lecture hall and performing arts center] with his hat and pants both riding low, one on his eyes the other on his hips. He had an attitude about him and before I even connected with his eyes, I judged him. I thought, "Oh boy...he and I are going to have some issues this semester!" He got an A on his first test, one on his 2nd test and very quickly I was proven WRONG about my first impressions! I've tried really, really hard to not make that mistake again! Finally, is this a career that you could see yourself doing for the rest of your life? Why? Yes, because it brings me such joy and meaning. I wish this for everyone. I've taught Career Development to so many students over the years and I've tried to instill in them the analogy that Shrek mentions. We are all like onions, with many layers. Peeling them back is finding our TRUE self. I feel like it's a life process, for sure, but as far as my career goes, the onion has been peeled, I have found the inner core....the thing that was written for me to be and to do long before I was born. I wish that for all my students....to find the same depth of purpose and meaning. I cannot, truly, imagine another job other than TEACHING people, that could bring me such things. I believe it's in Gods master plan for my life.
On Saturday, March 6th the Lady Golden Rams basketball team of Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) beat Minneapolis Community and Technical College (MCTC). Not only did they beat them on Saturday, but ARCC won all three games against the MCTC team. This win secured ARCC to first place in the MCAC Southern Division. Furthermore, according to the NJCAA national poll, the Lady Golden Rams are one of the highest ranking teams in the country. So not only were these girls on fire Saturday night, but they’re blazing through this season.
As the game came to the end Saturday, the Lady Golden Rams defeated MCTC by four shy points, bringing the final score to 78-74. Two players took the spot light when it came to the victory ARCC had over MCTC. Freshman Mallory Cramer made some very vital shots, including two free throws that brought the game to a tie before overtime. Alex Moore also had a huge impact on Saturday’s win. This sophomore guard managed to rack up almost 20 points during the game, and half as many assists.
Although the women of MCTC towered over ARCC, their height advantage didn’t stop the Golden Rams. Sophomore Alyssa Silva and freshman Marie Hanson first got ARCC up on the board. The battle between teams was back and forth. ARCC showed that three point shots weren’t ever going out of style. However, fouls cluttered the game. Both teams received a fair share. By half time the score was 31-34, ARCC trailing three points.
ARCC wouldn’t back down, and kept up the fight. As MCTC missed their half court shot with the last seconds of the game draining away, the victory ARCC had was secured.
Americans are spending less on plastic surgery in these tough economic times. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, people in the United States spent 20% less on cosmetic surgical procedures, compared to how much they spent in 2007. However, nonsurgical treatments, such as Botox, are actually on the rise, increasing by 4% since 2007.
- New York Times
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/03/09/sagging-interest-in-plastic-surgery/
“Being 10 ft. from the glass and hearing the horn sound when the Wild score a goal,” is just one of her favorite things about a Minnesota Wild hockey game, said Rebecca Fore.
“I loved going to games, and watching them on t.v. with my family,” Fore said. Fore, 21, said she grew up watching hockey with her family.
Being born and raised in Minnesota, Fore states, she’ll always support the Minnesota Wild. “Look at the fan base here in Minnesota, we’re known as the team of 18,000 because of the continuous sell-out seats at every home game. If you’ve ever had an opportunity to attend a Wild game you would understand the enthusiasm and passion the fans here in Minnesota have for the game,” explained Fore.
“The crowd always goes nuts and it’s so loud you couldn’t hear the person next to you even if you wanted to,” Fore noted.
Fore said she has been to a countless number of games, and will actually be attending one within the next couple weeks. Fore commented that she even went and saw a game during the pre-season in North Dakota. “The drive wasn't the best, but we still won the game and made it well worth it,” Fore added.
In the future, Fore hopes to work for the Minnesota Wild. She says that becoming a sports broadcaster or working with public relations would both be great careers for herself. “I would get to promote my favorite sport and be able to reach out more to youth hockey,” Fore explained. For now, she is working towards that dream by attending Anoka Ramsey Community College.
Rebecca Fore, 21
Zimmerman, MN
1. So I see you enjoy hockey, why is that?
I grew up watching sports and hockey was one that I enjoyed watching the
most. To me, it’s the one sport that leaves you on constant edge and with
one mistake can change the entire game, plus its always fun to see a nice
hockey fight.
2. What to you sets hockey apart from other sports?
I would say what sets hockey apart from any other sport is the fact that
we’re in Minnesota. Look at the fan base here in Minnesota, we’re known
as the team of 18,000 because of the continuous sell-out seats at every
home game. If you’ve ever had an opportunity to attend a Wild game you
would understand the enthusiasm and passion the fans here in Minnesota have
for the game, myself being one of them.
3. What got you interested in hockey in the first place?
My family are the first to really first introduce me to hockey. I loved
going to games, and watching them on t.v. with my family. Its just
something we all enjoy together.
4. Tell me about your own involvement with hockey.
I personally have never played hockey, but enjoyed going to high school
games at the Elk River arena and going to the Wild games when Minnesota was
fortunate enough to bring a pro team back in 2000-2001 season.
5. Why exactly is the Minnesota Wild your favorite hockey team?
The Minnesota Wild is my favorite hockey team because I was born and raised
in Minnesota and I’ll always support the teams from my home state.
6. Who is your favorite player on the team? Why?
I have a few different favorite players for different reasons. Derek
Boogaard because he is one of our best enforcers on our team, and adds a
lot of energy as well. I also like Brent Burns who is a defensemen for the
Wild, and Mikko Koivu who was named out first permanent captain ever for
the wild this season.
7. I understand you want to become a sports broadcaster, what led you to
this decision?
I love watching sports and also love talking about them, I figured this
would be a great career for me. I’m also interested in Public Relations
so with being a people person I would love to promote sports, getting paid
for it would definitely be a huge bonus.
8. Why would you want to work for the Minnesota Wild?
Three words- Best Job Ever. I would be able to attend the hockey games, or
even be getting paid to watch them. On top of it I would get to promote my
favorite sport and be able to reach out more to youth hockey.
9. What do you hope to gain by working for them? What are your
expectations?
I would love to gain first and foremost more knowledge of the game and
history. There is so much history out there I have yet to know and with
working in the industry I would be constantly gaining information.
10. How big of a Minnesota Wild fan are you? How do you show your support?
I’m a HUGE Wild fan. I’ve been to countless number of games, and will
actually be attending one within the next couple weeks. I also love showing
support for the Wild with my Jerseys and other Wild apparel.
11. What is your number one favorite thing about watching a hockey game?
I love a good close game. One that will leave you on the edge of your seat
in an overtime shootout to have your team win on the last shot. Playoffs
are even better.
12. Do you enjoy a good hockey brawl, or do you wish they'd just play the
game?
I absolutely love them. They make the game even that much more better.
13. Tell me about a typical night watching hockey. Do you have your friends
over, any special traditions or foods, do you actually go to the games or
just watch on TV, ect? Try to be as specific/detailed as possible.
The best is going to a live game. Being 10 ft. from the glass and hearing
the horn sound when the Wild score a goal. The crowd always goes nuts and
its so loud you couldn’t hear the person next to you even if you wanted
to. Its so crazy how you can feed off the other people in the crowds
enthusiasm. In my opinion its one of the most exciting sporting events one
could attend. I once even bought a set of tickets to a Wild game vs. the
Sabres thinking it was a home game during pre-season but in fact it was in
North Dakota. The drive wasn’t the best, but we still won the game and
made it well worth it.
Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from migraines which are severe, recurring headaches that may occur along with symptoms of light sensitivity, nausea or weakness. However, those who don’t suffer from them often underestimate their disabling effect. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments available to help cut back on the pain, and the number of occurrences.
- New York Times
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/12/15/the-voices-of-migraine/