U.S. Morning Call: Obama, governors weigh budget proposals
Dec 4 - With just a few weeks remaining before the onset of tax hikes and spending cuts, a bipartisan delegation of governors is set to meet with President Obama to go over solutions.
#ARTBURST 2012: Snow at Queens!
Our students sing while digital snow falls in Diana Courtyard, courtesy of Prof. Mike Wirth. More #ARTBURST fun: http://blogs.queens.edu/arts-at-queens
Nature matters: Systems thinking and experts
This unit explores conceptual tools for assisting our thinking and deliberation on what matters. The notion of ‘framing’ nature is introduced and three readings provide an understanding of systems thinking for explicitly framing issues of environmental responsibility. First published on Wed, 27 Jul 2011 as Author(s):
Understanding the environment: Co-evolution
There is increasing recognition that the reductionist mindset that is currently dominating society, rooted in unlimited economic growth unperceptive to its social and environmental impact, cannot resolve the converging environmental, social and economic crises we now face. The primary aim of this unit is to encourage the shift away from reductionist and human centred thinking towards a holistic and ecological worldview.Author(s):
Symphony No.7 in A major, Op. 92,ii. Allegretto
Performed by the University of Richmond Symphony. Conducted by Alexander Kordzaia
Spartan Sagas: Rose Cooper
My name is Rose Cooper. After more than 30 years of being an on-again, off-again student, overcoming obstacles and feelings of failure, I finally earned my interdisciplinary humanities pre-law degree with an emphasis in Korean language from Michigan State. I was honored to have been chosen by my fellow graduates to deliver the senior class remarks at our commencement in December 2012. This video tells my story.
12.086 Modeling Environmental Complexity (MIT)
This course provides an introduction to the study of environmental phenomena that exhibit both organized structure and wide variability—i.e., complexity. Through focused study of a variety of physical, biological, and chemical problems in conjunction with theoretical models, we learn a series of lessons with wide applicability to understanding the structure and organization of the natural world. Students will also learn how to construct minimal mathematical, physical, and computational mod
YOW! 2012: John Cook - R John Cook, an Independent Consultant working at the confluence of applied mathematics and software development. After receiving a Ph.D. in from the University of Texas, he taught mathematics at Vanderbilt University. He then left academia to work as a software developer and consultant. Here, we discuss one of John's favorite topics, the R programming language.
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Classic Sichuan Dishes at Weiyuan Restaurant
Fuchsia Dunlop shows us other Sichuan classics at a neighborhood restaurant called Weiyuan. Here they will encounter the use of fish-fragrant sauce, a hallmark of the Sichuan table. Healthful and fresh seasonal vegetables play a substantial role in the meal.
For recipes, visit http://www.ciaprochef.com/WCA6
Financial Aid: How to Find and Complete eForms
This instructional video clip is designed to provide information about the Financial Aid process at Del Mar College and is part of a Financial Aid Video Series for 2012-2013.
Fermentation Science at Oregon State University
Oregon State University knows the science of beer. Students, graduate researchers, faculty and graduates contribute to the brewing industry on a global scale. Located in one of the great hop growing regions of the world, and in the cradle of the ongoing craft brewing revolution, OSU's strength in fermentation science is a perfect fit for the region.
Find out some of the stories of our students, faculty and graduates and learn why we take the art and science beer so seriously.
Science Pub: Sour Beer Study
Jeff Clawson, manager of Oregon State University's pilot brewery, discusses a recent study on sour beers at a Science Pub event at the Calapooia Brewery in Albany, Oregon. OSU is one of the world's leaders in research on hops and the brewing sciences, and many graduates of the fermentation sciences programs go on to have a huge impact in the industry.
Lesson 02 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 02 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn a few more useful words in Luxembourgish which you'll use every day. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.
Lesson 04 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 04 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn how to say that you don't understand something. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.Author(s):
Lesson 05 - one Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 05 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn to say that you're learning Luxembourgish. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.Author(s):
Lesson 06 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 06 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn to introduce yourself. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.Author(s):
Lesson 07 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 07 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn to say that it's nice to meet someone in Luxembourgish. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.
Lesson 08 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 08 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn to count from one to ten. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.Author(s):
Lesson 09 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 09 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn to ask people how they're feeling and to answer the question yourself. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.
Lesson 10 - One Minute Luxembourgish
In lesson 10 of One Minute Luxembourgish you will learn a few useful phrases which all learners want to learn. Remember - even a few phrases of a language can help you make friends and enjoy travel more. Find out more about One Minute Languages at our website - http://www.oneminutelanguages.com. One Minute Luxembourgish is brought to you by the Radio Lingua Network and is ©Copyright 2008.
