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On September 4, 2019, the Student Involvement Fair and the Global Opportunities Fair showcased different clubs, Greek Life, and international experiences that students could participate in while at Ramapo College. Representatives from more than 160 clubs and organizations were in attendance.
Amit Talwar,
Under the Shadow of a Tree,
Our proposal involves the transformation of the decaying fabric into a hub of community activity. We would like to propose the creation of different platforms that provide a safe haven for the children and the community. We also "believe" in order for Baltimore to revive itself the neighborhoods themselves must become active in one form or the other. Our proposal deals with programing the site with day care centers, media screens, "Unkown/ Budding" artists exhibit/ performance spaces, community meeting space and the lower level as an entire green space for urban farming and childrens play areas. We hope to integrate/extend the "Stoop" culture into our infill space. We also feel the existing streets to get dark at night hence our proposal deals with energy storing LED's that would not only highlight our proposal but at night would provide street lighting to the surrounding fabric. The transparency of the material of construction is maintained in order to avoid creating dark unsafe zones and enhance visual surveillance. Also the community spaces could be rented out as meeting/marketing venues/ artist exhibition venues/ electoral meetings and campaign spaces. These would generate revenue for the growth and benefit of the neighborhood.
We also would like the neighborhood to participate in the functioning of the infill in terms of contributing to the day care centers which in the evening would transform into night school spaces. The older retired generation could be part of imparting education to people who would like to learn at night or partake in taking care of children. The neighborhood would need to self organise itself in terms of scheduling different art programs and artists that would be on display within their neighborhood. They would also be involved with creating movie nights similar to new york citys-movie in the park atmosphere. The infill would transform itself into an activity zone which could then flow out into other infill spaces.
Stony Brook, NY; Stony Brook University: Student Activities hosted an involvement fair for all student clubs and organizations to promote their group on the Student Activities Center Plaza.
Acacia trees being planted in the outskirts of Likolo, Yanonge - DRC.
Photo by Axel Fassio/CIFOR-ICRAF
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George Cruz , an ecuadorian- american veterinarian , passionate with nature and birds ,has create the Magic Birding and Hiking Circuit. A outstanding project that involves San Jorge Eco-lodges and Botanical Reserves , a group of native forest reserves with quality hotel services dedicated to conservation , teaching environmental activities, medicinal plants, biology ,so as birdwatching and natural history tours.
This lodges are located in best birding places in Ecuador. The surroundings of each biodiverse areas are also visited , making a unique and wonderful experience birdwatch and hike without driving so far.
George , the manager birding guide and his selected group of co workers are interested in showing the world the beauty and the wonderful natural environment ambiances by presenting the birds this country has.
Beginning like a small family lodge in the Pichincha Mountains, near Quito, were George, Irina , their sons , Jorge Jr , Claudio and Gabriela initiate the project in companion with Jorge and Dolores, George parents.
Cheryl, the International Director of Sales and Marketing of San Jorge Eco lodges is greatly dedicated to present our product all around the world.
This eco- complex are owned by Dr. George Cruz. a soccer player champion in Ecuadorian young leagues, who studied at the American School of Quito, holds a degree in Hotel Management and a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine is also a wildlife photographer, paintor, author of six books, avid birder, world-renowned tour guide, philanthropist and environmentalist.
In summary, he is a Renaissance man reborn in nature. He believes that if the land is to be preserved, it must be done at the local level with local ownership, local workers, and local participation.
To support Dr. Cruz's conservation agenda, forty percent of the fees charged by the San Jorge tours are directed back into land acquisition to expand and develop new preserves. This is irrefutable evidence that San Jorge lodges and preserves commitment to eco-tourism, environmental conservation, and community sustainability.
Special congratulations to Dr. Jorge Cruz, Irina Cruz, Cheryl Korowotny, Jorge Jr, Claudio, Gabriela, Stanley, Doña Pilar, Vicente and Rosa, Nelson and Amanda, Fernando and Maria, Don Luis, Andrea Miguel, Julio and the complete San Jorge Staff who kindly assist guests during this trips;
They are very knowledgeable, funny, enthusiastic, and go the extra mile to provide excellent service. You certainly exceeded any guest's high expectations!
Ecuador is an ecological prodigy located in a latitude and tropical region that contains the largest number of bird species in the world. Due to its distinct climates and altitude levels, Ecuador has an amazing variety of bird life. This South American country occupies the fifth place in the world with over 1,663 species of birds. The great diversity Ecuador has to offer is overwhelming. For example, the four San Jorge Ecological and Botanical Reserves in Western and Eastern Andes, protect more than 10% of the bird species on the planet, including over sixty species of hummingbirds. No wonder San Jorge offers the best option for birdwatchers, photographers, and naturalists in Ecuador.
At the Magic Birding & Hiking Circuit, we will travel through Northwestern Ecuadorian Tropics and Subtropics through the Andes valleys and the high and Amazon basin, visiting nine different ecosystems. We will experience at its best, the High Barren Plains, Highland Rainforest, Páramo, Cloud Forest and Tropical Rainforest, Coastal Line, and Amazon Basin. The rustic deluxe and environmentally friendly birding lodges are located inside the reserves and provide exceptional quality services.
Photography by Duane Anthony Jordan
Rosenberg Center for Student Involvement
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University of Illinois Springfield 2019 Involvement Expo, UIS studenst were welcomed with a warm and joyful event where they can register themselves to different clubs, organizations which will enrich their student life
University of Illinois Springfield 2019 Involvement Expo, UIS studenst were welcomed with a warm and joyful event where they can register themselves to different clubs, organizations which will enrich their student life
Stony Brook, NY; Stony Brook University: Student Activities hosted an involvement fair for all student clubs and organizations to promote their group on the Student Activities Center Plaza.
The PantherPalooza Student Involvement Fair was held on the Library Quad on August 30, 2022. (La'Quan Morris)
Stony Brook, NY; Stony Brook University: Student Activities hosted an involvement fair for all student clubs and organizations to promote their group on the Student Activities Center Plaza.
Since part of my job involves designing signs now, I pay attention to signs, good and (mostly) bad. These signs installed as part of recent road work turn a simple intersection into a labyrinth. I counted more than 20 sign poles in a 40 ft radius, with almost 50 individual signs. In fact, this is worse than it looks. I expect someone to be injured or worse solely because no one in motion can figure out what they are supposed to do in time to take effective and safe action. I've heard that this configuration was mandated by road safety administrators and if you have leisure to contemplate this mess, it sorta makes sense. There are two separate sets, one (most of those on the right) are for bicycles and the others for cars. You have 20 feet and 2 seconds to decide which apply to you. The irony is that if you didn't pay attention to the signs, the road makes sense by itself and you'd figure out what is what on your own.
They fixed this see flickr.com/photos/ldjaffe/3148369479
Cullman Police Office Zach Latham recently initiated what became a lengthy law enforcement investigation that involved dozens of stolen items from a prominent Cullman family, a forged instrument arrest and Receiving Stolen Goods charge for a Cullman Pawn Shop owner.
According to Cullman Police Sergeant Adam Clark, Office Zach Latham participated in a call involving a suspect with a history of forgeries in which he had previously made contact.
During the call, Latham found a negotiable instrument (personal check) that he had reasonable suspicion to believe might be bogus. The suspect initially informed Latham that the check was valid and legitimate as part of a payment made to him by a contractor for whom he worked in performing labor at the home of a prominent Cullman family.
Officer Latham also observed a large cache of personal property in the suspect’s vehicle which triggered a reasonable suspicion that the diverse array of uncommon items might be stolen.
At that point, the suspect admitted to helping himself to those negotiable instruments and writing himself a check for a substantial monetary amount.
As a result, Officer Latham promptly arrested:
JOSEPH ADAM BALLARD (32) of Cullman
Ballard was then taken into custody and transported to the Cullman County Detention Center (CCDC) along with the goods in question.
He was charged with:
Receiving Forged Instruments
During the suspect interview process, Ballard revealed that he pawned some stolen items at The Pawn Shop at 100 Main Ave NW, Cullman, AL 35055.
During a business visit to the establishment in an attempt to verify Ballard’s claim, Sergeant Clark was told by a store employee that the owner of The Pawn Shop did make a transaction with Ballard. However, NO pawn ticket or other written documentation involved was involved in the exchange.
Further, Clark learned from the employee that the owner of the shop had taken at least one item of jewelry (an expensive ring) directly to a local jeweler for personalized fitting for her finger immediately after the transaction was made.
In a separate encounter, Sergeant Clark informed The Pawn Shop Owner that he believed she had received and paid for stolen items involved with the Ballard theft case mentioned above.
The owner of The Pawn Shop then voluntarily returned all items she believed Ballard had pawned at her establishment.
Curiously, the owner returned FAR more items of personal property linked to Ballard than Sgt. Clark expected. The returned items filled the CPD evidence room.
At this point, Clark contacted the original theft victim (and matriarch of a prominent Cullman family) who was in Jackson Hole, WY. She flew immediately to Cullman and verified via various means that all the goods were, in fact, her personal property.
These items included:
• A circa-1693 Latin Language book
• An 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
• Fine China serving ware
• Genuine Silver knives, forks, spoons
This confirmatory event initiated a visit to Ballard’s residence by Sergeant Clark, Sergeant Chris Thomason, Officer Latham, and Officer Justin Craft.
Following a discussion with Ballard, he confessed that he possessed even more of the theft victim’s property. These officers then discovered a large stash of stolen property belonging to the victim in Ballard’s bedroom and out building. These items included suitcases stuffed with stolen clothing and footwear and tools among other items.
Ballard also admitted that while working as a subcontractor at the victim’s home, he had made note of the value of these items and had returned to the premises at a later to heist the goods.
As a result, Ballard is now facing charges of:
• Forgery
• Theft of Property – 1st Degree
Meanwhile, Sergeant Clark was conducting a separate investigation into the activities of the owner of The Pawn Shop.
During his investigation, Clark determined that the owner had:
• Forwarded Ballard at least $900 in cash
• Had not issued a ‘pawn ticket’ to Ballard
• Had not waited the required 30 day pawn holding period before making a sale or disposing of the property
• There appeared to be multiple violations of Alabama Pawn Shop Act Title 5, Chapter 19A
During the investigation, Clark had at least one item of jewelry appraised to confirm a 1st Degree Receiving Stolen Property charge would be appropriate.
As a result, a warrant was issued for:
PATRICIA HOLMES BYRAM (66) of Cullman
Byram turned herself into the Cullman County Detention Center (CCDC) where she was charged with:
• Receiving Stolen Property – 1st Degree
She posted a $5,000 property bond to secure her release from CCDC.
We asked Sergeant Clark his overall impressions about this complex theft, forgery and alleged receiving stolen property case. His thoughts seem instructional from several perspectives:
“First off, this is a classic case of ‘If it is too good to be true, it probably is’. Ballard knew better than stealing those items and forging the check. And Byram knew she was making a windfall profit by paying out only $900 for items that almost certainly will tally in value into the 5-digit range.
Second, pawn shop owners need to be aware that they simply cannot conduct business in this manner in Cullman. The Alabama Pawn Shop Act is VERY clear on the responsibilities, duties, and roles of the pawn shop owners during a transaction.
Finally, every pawn shop business in Cullman needs to know the Cullman Police Department will require them to follow the ‘letter of the law’, and we will make arrests and prosecute if the law is not followed as written.”
Public records reveal Ballard has previous arrests and charges; Byram has no previous criminal charges on her record.
Note: All the individuals in this report have been charged with offenses, NOT convicted of crimes. The judicial process following this arrest ultimately determines their individual guilt or innocence in regards to the criminal charge.
For the full story including details on the Alabama Pawn Shop Act, please see: cullmantoday.com/2017/02/01/adam-clark-solves-complex-the...
Stony Brook, NY; Stony Brook University: Student Activities hosted an involvement fair for all student clubs and organizations to promote their group on the Student Activities Center Plaza.
Students learn about services, clubs, and volunteer opportunities from both on-campus and community organizations at the 2017 Involvement Expo on the UIS Quad Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Turkey Trip Day 01 - 01.05.2012
Driving from Istanbul involves passing Eastern Thrace (European Turkey) from its eastern extremity to its southwestern one, mostly closely following Marmara Sea coastline. Here’s a quick description of the route: First you should take D-100 or O-3/E80 (motorway/toll-road) to west, generally signed as the direction to ‘Edirne’ in or near Istanbul. Quit the motorway (if you are already on that) in Kınalı exit (follow ‘Tekirdağ’ signs) to D-100, and in the major intersection you’ll soon arrive, take straight road (D-110/E84, again follow ‘Tekirdağ’ signs). Within one and a half to two hours after you left Istanbul, you’ll reach Tekirdağ, the first major city on your route. Note that the blue signs to right (‘Malkara’/’Keşan’) immediately after you enter Tekirdağ will direct you to the ring road, which draws an arch around the city. If you plan to have a meal in this lovely coastal city, you should follow the white ‘Şehir Merkezi’ sign in order to drive through the city. You can find some decent restaurants near the harbour (there are traffic lights nearby). However, with the recent constructions, the ring road has been completely upgraded to motorway standards, so if you are short on time, follow those 'Malkara'/'Keşan' signs. After you left Tekirdağ behind, you’ll pass by Malkara and soon Keşan, in about one hour. In the major crossroad in Keşan, turn left (D-550/E87/E90, follow ‘Gelibolu’/’Çanakkale’ signs). You’ll drive through a mountain pass surrounded by some nice pine woods (slow down around here, as some of the curves are unexpectedly and unforeseenly stiff), and in about 45 minutes after you left Keşan, you’ll pass by Gelibolu town: Although a nice town in itself, this is not where you are heading off to, but rather the town which gave its name to the whole peninsula. In about half an hour after Gelibolu town, you’ll see road signs for the national park (Milli Park) towards right, before reaching Eceabat, which is a few kilometres away. Soon, you’ll arrive to the battlefields. Total dinstance is about 340 km. Expect to drive for at least 4 hours, breaks discluded.
i wrote the hi tim (minus the hearts) after the scotch break last thursday and things grew from there.
Photography by Duane Anthony Jordan
Rosenberg Center for Student Involvement
Copyright © 2011 University of Baltimore All Rights Reserved
Students learn about services, clubs, and volunteer opportunities from both on-campus and community organizations at the 2017 Involvement Expo on the UIS Quad Wednesday, August 30, 2017
The Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade Watch House Museum contains a unique collection of artefacts that recreate the dramatic history of the TVLB and our involvement in heroic coastal rescues from our formation in 1864 to the present day. As an accredited museum with Arts Council England our volunteers look forward to welcoming you to our home and sharing our rich history, and the history of maritime rescue from the local area, with you.
The TVLB was the first ever Volunteer Life Brigade of its kind to be formed in 1864, and today the TVLB still use the Watch House as an operational base as a declared coastal search and rescue facility to the emergency services.
Since reopening after major restoration works in 2014, funded by a partnership with North Tyneside Council and a major grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the Watch House provides visitors with a beautiful and sympathetically restored setting in which to enjoy the atmosphere of this historic building and its artefacts.
Key exhibits include early examples of photography, documents, paintings and artefacts relating to the formation and operations of the TVLB. The museum also houses a working ¾ size version of breeches buoy rescue equipment (the TVLB are famous for utilising this equipment in ship to shore rescues in the past). The museum contains a wonderful selection of other unusual items recovered from local shipwrecks including ships’ bells, figureheads and much more.
From the top of the South tower, there is a reward of near 360-degree breath-taking panoramic views of the entrance to the River Tyne, the North and South piers, the Black Middens Rocks at low tide, across to South Shields, and upriver to the Fish Quay and Low Lights, as well as clear views of the Collingwood Monument and The Tynemouth Castle and Priory.
Immediate Response 2012 is a multinational tactical field training exercise that will involve more than 700 personnel primarily from U.S. Army Europe's 2nd Cavalry Regiment and Croatian armed forces, with contingents from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Slovenia. Macedonia and Serbia will send observers to the exercise. The exercise is scheduled to be held from May 26 to June 10, 2012. The exercise is a part of USEUCOM’s joint training and exercise program designed to enhance joint and combined interoperability with allied and partner nations. IR12 supports interoperability between the US Army, US Air Force, Croatian Armed Forces and partner nations and will help prepare participants to operate successfully in a joint, multinational, interagency, integrated environment. A primary objective is to prepare participating nations for increased contributions to ongoing and future NATO operations.
Stony Brook, NY; Stony Brook University: Student Activities hosted an involvement fair for all student clubs and organizations to promote their group on the Student Activities Center Plaza.