BCTIA Announces Winners of 2006 Technology Impact Awards

BCTIA Announces Winners of 2006 Technology Impact Awards

Teligence Communications Inc. took top honours at the BC Technology Industries Association’s (BC TIA) 2006 awards gala held this evening at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver. Person of the year went to former Class Software Solutions CEO and an industry mainstay, Ralph Turfus, who was recognized for his outstanding mentoring contributions. Teligence was named Company of the Year for its significant contribution to British Columbia’s economy.

Vancouver, BC (PRWEB) June 12, 2006

Teligence Communications Inc. took top honours at the BC Technology Industries Association’s (BC TIA) 2006 awards gala held this evening at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver. Person of the year went to former Class Software Solutions CEO and an industry mainstay, Ralph Turfus, who was recognized for his outstanding mentoring contributions. Teligence was named Company of the Year for its significant contribution to British Columbia’s economy.

Teligence is North America’s leading developer of voice-enabled services for social networking and entertainment, with 37 percent annual compound revenue growth and 54 percent market share.

Burnaby’s Delta-Q Technologies was named Emerging Company of the Year for its success as a key supplier of power conversion and power management products to electric drive and hybrid vehicle manufacturers around the world. Delta-Q was one of an unprecedented number of environmental technology companies that competed for awards.

This marks the thirteenth year for the Technology Impact Awards or TIAs (pronounced “tee-ahs”), which are considered the mark of distinction for outstanding leadership, innovation, and technological excellence within BC’s diverse technology community. More than 800 members of BC’s technology and business community came together to recognize the province’s top technologies, companies and individuals.

TIAs are broken into three distinct groups: Technology, Company and Personal Recognition Awards. Winners and Finalists are selected by a judging panel of 12 representatives from the technology, finance, legal, accounting, government and education sectors.

Other winners of the 2006 Technology Impact Awards are as follows:

Most Promising Pre-Commercial Technology

TIR Systems Ltd. – Preparing solid-state lighting for the mass market.

Excellence in Product Innovation

Paradigm Environmental Technologies Inc. -- Reducing the impact of wastewater biosolids.

Best Application of Technology

MacDonald, Dettwiler & Associates Ltd -- Improving aeronautical maneuvers with 3D modeling.

Most Promising Start-up

EQO Communications Inc. – Skype™ for mobile phones.

Team of the Year

EDS Advanced Solutions, Revenue Services Team -- Improving service delivery

Through outsourcing.

Leadership in Social Responsibility

IBM Canada Ltd. – Making a difference in the community.

“Congratulations to all our winners and finalists. With so many world-class companies and talented entrepreneurs competing, selecting the winners was no easy task for the judges,” said Rob Cruickshank, President, BC TIA.

BCTIA received more than 83 applications from technology companies in all parts of British Columbia, including Kelowna, Victoria and Vancouver The companies ranged from under 10 employees to several hundred employees in size.

“Each year we see more and more technology companies submitting award applications and this is clear evidence that BC’s technology industry is thriving,” Cruikshank added. “Our organization remains committed to developing a positive business environment where existing technology companies will continue to succeed and where new technology companies can grow.”

For more information on the awards, the finalists and the winners, please visit: http://www. bctia. org/awards (http://www. bctia. org/awards)

For further information please contact:

Ken Gikunda

Marketing and Communications Director

P: 604.602.5231

Backgrounder

BC Technology Industries Association (BC TIA) is a not-for-profit, member-funded organization that represents start-ups to established technology companies, including those that service the industry, across the province. Incorporated in 1993, after the amalgamation of the Electronic Manufacturers’ Association of British Columbia (EMABC) and the Information Technology Association of Canada, BC Chapter (ITAC-BC), the BC TIA has served the province’s technology industry for over a decade and today is recognized locally, provincially and nationally as the voice of BC’s technology industry.

BC TIA advocates issues that enable the continued growth, prosperity and sustainability of our industry and economy. The association also delivers opportunities for members to learn, get connected and grow their businesses in BC. www. bctia. org/ (http://www. bctia. org/ )

About Ralph Turfus – Person of the Year

Ralph Turfus is someone who’s truly made a difference in BC’s technology community by leading by example, both at his own company and at other organizations, where he has given countless time and expertise to help technology companies succeed. Ralph is the founder and former CEO of Class Software Solutions Ltd. Prior to selling Class in October 2004 to California-based, The Active Network, Inc., Ralph’s strong leadership led the company to grow at a rate of over 30% annually. By 2004 Class had over 140 employees, more than 700 clients worldwide and revenues of nearly $20 million.

Ralph is dedicated to enhancing the growth and development of BC’s technology community through the Premier’s Technology Council, AceTech, the BC TIA, and various other industry groups. In particular, he’s been instrumental in connecting start-up CEOs with community resources through the AceTech Emerging and AceTech Okanagan programs.

Ralph has Masters’ degrees in engineering and business administration combined with over 28 years’ experience in high-tech. In 2002, he was awarded the Citation of Outstanding Achievement by the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association.

About Delta-Q Technologies Corp.

Founded in 1999, Delta-Q Technologies supplies electric drive and hybrid vehicle manufacturers with power conversion and power management products. The company uses innovative power electronics design and digital control to deliver highly efficient, integrated solutions, including battery chargers and DC-DC converters. Delta-Q has high-volume contracts with some of the largest manufacturers of recreational, industrial, hybrid, and specialty electric drive vehicles. Delta-Q is a rapidly growing, privately held company headquartered in Burnaby, BC. For more information, please visit www. delta-q. com

About EDS Advanced Solutions

EDS Advanced Solutions Inc. is a subsidiary of EDS Canada. It was incorporated in May 2004 and is headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia. As EDS Canada’s unionized service delivery channel, EDS Advanced Solutions delivers verifiably world class business process and information technology outsourcing services in a professional and labour-friendly environment. The company collaborates with industry-leading partners to provide the best possible solutions for its customers. As of June 2005, EDS Advanced Solutions has headquartered its operations at the Vancouver Island Technology Park, enabling its employees to deliver outstanding services in a state-of-the-art complex. For more information, please visit http://www. edsadvancedsolutions. com/ (http://www. edsadvancedsolutions. com/)

About EQO Communications Inc.

Established in 2003, EQO Communications Inc. aims to develop leading-edge communications solutions that bridge the gap between personal communications technologies and next-generation networks and services. EQO’s feature product is the EQO Mobile Internet Phone Service. Using technologies such as J2ME and Voice-over-IP (VoIP), EQO is able to bridge online identity, calling, and messaging services to more than 150 million J2ME-capable phone handsets already in use worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www. eqo. com/ (http://www. eqo. com/).

About IBM

IBM is the world's largest information technology company, with over 80 years of leadership in helping businesses innovate. Drawing on resources from across IBM and key Business Partners, IBM offers a wide range of services, solutions and technologies that enable customers, large and small, to take full advantage of the new era of e-business. For more information please visit http://www. ibm. com (http://www. ibm. com).

About MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (MDA)

MDA provides advanced information solutions that capture and process vast amounts of data, produce essential information, and improve the decision making and operational performance of business and government organizations worldwide. MDA is focused primarily on land - and property-related information solutions for two major market sectors that offer strong repeat business potential, the Financial Services sector and the Surveillance and Intelligence sector. MDA delivers a broad spectrum of information solutions for these markets, including complex operational systems, tailored information services, and electronic information products. The company operates through two reporting units: Information Products and Information Systems. MDA employs over 2,700 people, with offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The company’s common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “MDA.” For more information, please visit http://www. mda. com/ (http://www. mda. com/)

About Paradigm Environmental Technologies Inc.

Paradigm Environmental Technologies is the developer of MicroSludge, a patented technology that significantly enhances the anaerobic digestion process in wastewater treatment plants, reducing operating costs and increasing plant capacity. Affordable and modular, MicroSludge can be easily deployed at existing or new wastewater treatment plant facilities. Using MicroSludge, a wastewater treatment plant can typically reduce the volume of its residual biosolids by 60% or more. Paradigm is concentrating its efforts on the placement of commercial MicroSludge units with initial reference customers serving large urban areas. For more information, please visit http://www. microsludge. com (http://www. microsludge. com)

About Teligence Communications Inc.

Teligence develops and delivers voice-enabled services for social networking and entertainment in North America. Vancouver-based Teligence is a high-tech success story with a decidedly human touch. The company provides the telecommunications network and custom software for telephone social networking services. Teligence ignited the social networking revolution in the 1990s with Livelinks® and expanded its market presence with TangoPersonals®, Interactive Male®, Vibeline®, and Fonochat®. For more information, please visit http://www. teligence. net (http://www. teligence. net)

About TIR Systems Ltd.

TIR Systems Ltd. (TSX: TIR), a world leader in delivering specialty lighting systems, is building the foundations for tomorrow’s lighting. Through sound innovation and proven technical capability, TIR is developing, designing, and marketing the core technologies that will allow solid state lighting (SSL) to move to the forefront of the mainstream lighting market. For more information, please visit http://www. tirsys. com (http://www. tirsys. com)

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Blacks Almost Nonexistent in Corporate Real Estate

Blacks Almost Nonexistent in Corporate Real Estate

Local African American power broker would like to see more in the industry

(PRWEB) January 30, 2005

The number of Black professionals in residential real estate has increased somewhat steadily since the early 1990Â’s. However, on the commercial-corporate real estate side, Blacks are a rare commodity, although it is much more lucrative than residential real estate.

“It has typically been a white-male driven industry, so minorities have never been given the chance to learn the commercial real estate ropes and past their experiences on to others”, stated James “J. R.” Foster, the only Black, and exclusive, Corporate Real Estate broker in the Tri-State area. Only 25, Mr. Foster joined The Staubach Company in 2001, as a prominent figure to grow the business, which has over 1,200 employees throughout the US. Mr. Foster believes that the industry must do more to recruit Blacks and other minorities. “I am a rarity, within Cincinnati’s Real Estate Market - as well as the rest of the global industry”.

The commercial and corporate real estate industry handles over $1.5 trillion in transactions across the US annually. According to various industry reports, of the industry's 100,000 or so professionals –asset managers, real-estate company executives, tenant rep and leasing brokers – less than 1% are African Americans. Foster has landed some very high-profile clients and lucrative deals to either relocate or expand business operations around the country, including Pfizer, Sara Lee Foods, Fox, and AGC Automotive Americas Co.. He has been the youngest and only Black broker working in a revenue - producing role in a top 10 rated real estate firm.

Entry barriers are prevalent throughout the industry and is one the most difficult obstacles to overcome. Experts believe that because of the large amount of money associated with corporate and commercial transactions, personal relationships and those with similar backgrounds as clients, take precedence over diversity. Foster was able to leverage a relationship he had developed over the years with a Cincinnati Executive to gain an interview with The Staubach Company. “In order to enter this industry, majority of it is through personal relationships and contacts within the industry”, he stated. “Once you have proven your worth, other real estate companies come calling.”

Another obstacle is the lack of awareness of the industry, although some corporate real estate firms are slowly beginning to realize the importance of having a diverse workforce because of the changing demographics. Outreach and educational programs are more likely to be implemented by a small number of successful Black-owned corporate and commercial firms than white firms.

Locally, Foster has been able to transform any color barrier issues into positive experiences by knowing the business and performing at a high level. “I do get the occasion "wide eyed" looks when I have my first introduction meeting with companies that did not know I was African American over the phone. Barriers in my opinion can be positive, because it causes you to be on the top of your game day after day”.

About the Staubach Company: The Staubach Company represents occupiers of office and industrial space in renewals, expansions, and relocations and can save you between 15-20% in your occupancy costs. Our business is saving corporations 20-25%, hundreds of man-hours, and eliminating most of the risk associated with leasing, purchasing or building real estate. TSC negotiates tenant leases and helps clients save significant time and realize lease savings as large as 20% below market. We have extensive experience in strategic consulting, site selection, acquisition, dispositions, construction consulting/project management, real estate administration, portfolio management, financing and capital solutions. We currently have approximately 1200 employees in our 58 office locations throughout the Americas and a total of 2,209 clients. For more information, please visit: www. staubach. com.

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Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation Report Ohio is Breathing Easier One Year Later

Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation Report Ohio is Breathing Easier One Year Later

New Air Quality Study Marks Smoke Free Workplace Act Anniversary

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) December 7, 2007

Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation (http://www. otpf. org/) (OTPF), reports that a new study has given Ohioans yet another reason to celebrate the Smoke Free Workplace Act which made all workplaces, including bars and restaurants, smoke free. The study coincides with the one-year anniversary of the law going into effect.

Commissioned by the OTPF, the Ohio Air Monitoring Study compared the indoor air quality of 29 bars and restaurants in Ohio communities both before and after the comprehensive smoke free law was in place. Before the Smoke Free Workplace Act, employees in sampled locations were exposed to unhealthy air according to U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards which measures the fine particle pollution released in significant amounts from burning tobacco.

The Ohio Air Monitoring Study concluded that Ohioans now work in environments with safe levels of fine particle air pollution. The average level of indoor air pollution declined 94 percent after the venues went smoke free as a result of the Smoke Free Workplace Act. In addition, compliance with the law in the 29 places visited was 100 percent with no smoking observed.

“The Smoke Free Workplace Act has been a resounding success for Ohio,” said Mike Renner, Executive Director of the Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation (OTPF). “The Smoke Free Workplace Act is about the fundamental right we all have to breathe clean air in our workplace and when we visit someone else’s workplace. The Ohio Air Monitoring Study is a reminder that voters did the right thing, and they should be applauded for their support of this critical public health policy.”

Secondhand smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals, of which at least 250 are known to be toxic or carcinogenic. According to the 2006 Surgeon GeneralÂ’s Report, there is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke and no ventilation system is designed to remove all the poisonous and cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco smoke.

The Ohio Air Monitoring Study was conducted by the nationally recognized Roswell Park Cancer Institute located in Buffalo, New York. Roswell Park has conducted these studies all over the world in urban, suburban and rural communities. Roswell Park was AmericaÂ’s first cancer center and has taken a leadership role in setting standards for cancer care, research and education.

For a complete copy of the Ohio Air Monitoring Study, please visit OTPFÂ’s secondhand smoke (http://www. otpf. org/resources/secondhandsmoke. aspx) section of their website.

About the Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation

The Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation (OTPF) was created by the Ohio General Assembly in 2000 and is funded with monies secured from the national Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) by tobacco companies. OTPF's mission is to reduce and prevent tobacco use by Ohioans. Its vision is to be the most effective tobacco-control agency in the U. S., while creating a tobacco-free Ohio. OTPF programs include the distribution of community grants, the operation of the Ohio Tobacco QUIT LINE at 800-QUIT-NOW, and stand, OhioÂ’s tobacco use counter-marketing campaign. For more information on OTPF, go to www. otpf. org]. Or please visit OTPFÂ’s youth Web site, stand (http://www. standonline. org/) or OTPFÂ’s QUIT LINE (http://www. ohioquits. com/) Web site.

Links:

Http://www. otpf. org/ (http://www. otpf. org/)
Http://www. otpf. org/resources/secondhandsmoke. aspx (http://www. otpf. org/resources/secondhandsmoke. aspx)
Http://www. standonline. org/ (http://www. standonline. org/)
Http://www. ohioquits. com/ (http://www. ohioquits. com/)

CONTACT:

Pam Knox

(614) 728-2887

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Release of Blackbaud Enterprise CRM and Direct Marketing Solutions to Redefine Nonprofit Information Technology

Release of Blackbaud Enterprise CRM and Direct Marketing Solutions to Redefine Nonprofit Information Technology

Built on Blackbaud's new technology platform, these flexible solutions offer unparalleled levels of scalability

Charleston, S. C. (Vocus) May 4, 2007

Blackbaud, Inc.'s (NASDAQ: BLKB) Chief Executive Officer Marc Chardon announced today that the company has released its eagerly awaited technology platform (http://www. blackbaud. com), code-named Infinity, along with two new solutions that will enable the world's largest nonprofits to optimize their information management. Released to selected customers in March, Blackbaud Direct Marketing™ (formerly code-named "Bullseye") and Blackbaud Enterprise CRM™ (formerly code-named "Galileo") combine the strength of the company's extensive knowledge of the nonprofit sector with its new next-generation technology platform.

"For more than a quarter century, Blackbaud's sole focus has been on developing the best in nonprofit IT solutions-- enabling organizations to improve their efficiency, their relationships with their constituents, and their ability to raise mission-critical funds," said Chardon. "For the past two years, Blackbaud's development team has been designing and building a technology platform that will not only support this new breed of enterprise-level solutions but that will also enhance the performance of existing products. Hallmarks of the new platform include scalability, standards-based technology and new levels in IT security.

"The unveiling of Blackbaud Enterprise CRM and Blackbaud Direct Marketing marks a milestone in our ability to provide flexible, extensible solutions that bring large-scale and distributed nonprofit organizations closer to their constituents, enabling them to better fulfill their missions. Moreover, it extends our capability to support the current needs and future growth of the largest nonprofit organizations throughout the world."

Blackbaud Enterprise (http://www. blackbaud. com) CRM is a suite of solutions that makes up a centralized system of record for all interactions and that provides a 360 degree view of the constituent, which can be seen by all of a nonprofit's organizational elements. Blackbaud Direct Marketing, which ties in to the company's well-established Raiser's Edge product, and which can be utilized as a part of Blackbaud Enterprise CRM, helps nonprofits manage complex, multi-channel direct marketing campaigns, from list segmentations to reporting, enabling them to save time and money and achieve more control over their total constituent experience.

Among early adopters of the new offerings include the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), two large state university organizations and a major healthcare system. Celebrating its 40th anniversary of working to save a national treasure, CBF has 190,000 members and relies on its large direct marketing program to maintain support, to encourage advocacy, to establish volunteer restoration programs, and to educate students, teachers and its constituency about events and issues affecting the Chesapeake Bay. The Foundation will use Blackbaud Direct Marketing to manage numerous concurrent projects and position itself for future growth.

"We needed a solution that would give us greater control of our direct marketing and fundraising by bringing the different pieces of our programs together, while providing staff access to the information they need to make strategic decisions," said Michael Sola, CBF's Director of Information Technology Services. "Expanding our partnership with Blackbaud in using this exciting Blackbaud Direct Marketing solution will take our program to the next level -- having all our marketing functions in the same place will greatly enhance our ability to plan, and then evaluate success."

To learn more about Blackbaud Enterprise CRM, Blackbaud Direct Marketing and the new technology platform, please visit http://www. blackbaud. com (http://www. blackbaud. com).

About Blackbaud:
Blackbaud (http://www. blackbaud. com)] is the leading global provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. Approximately 16,000 organizations -- including the American Red Cross, Dartmouth College, the WGBH Educational Foundation, Episcopal High School, Lincoln Center, Cancer Research UK, Special Olympics, and Arthritis Foundation -- use one or more of Blackbaud products and services for fundraising, financial management, direct marketing, Web site management, school administration, and ticketing. Blackbaud's solutions include The Raiser's Edge, Blackbaud Enterprise CRM, Blackbaud Direct Marketing, Team Approach, The Financial Edge, The Education Edge, The Patron Edge, BlackbaudNetCommunity, The Information Edge, WealthPoint, ProspectPoint, and donorCentrics, as well as a wide range of consulting, analytical, and educational services. Founded in 1981, Blackbaud is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina and has operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts; Toronto, Ontario; London, England; Glasgow, Scotland; and Sydney, Australia. For more information, visit http://www. blackbaud. com (http://www. blackbaud. com).

Investor Contact:
Tim Dolan
ICR
617.956.6727

Media Contact:
Melanie Milonas
Blackbaud, Inc.
843.216.6200 x3307

Source: Blackbaud

Forward-looking statements:
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations, and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking tatements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: management of integration of Target Software and Target Analysis and other risks associated with acquisitions; risk associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products; lengthy sales and implementation cycles, particularly in larger organizations; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; continued success in sales growth; the ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks related to our dividend policy and share repurchase program, including potential limitations on our ability to grow and the possibility that we might discontinue payment of dividends; economic conditions and seasonality; risks associated with management of growth; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department.

All Blackbaud product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.

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Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears: Not Alone in Their Struggles with Drugs and Alcohol -- Bestselling Author Offers Advice and Tips to Teens on Avoiding Negative Addictions

Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears: Not Alone in Their Struggles with Drugs and Alcohol -- Bestselling Author Offers Advice and Tips to Teens on Avoiding Negative Addictions

With the deluge of recent press and attention on Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears, one might think that Hollywood celebs are the only young people in the world who are in trouble with the law and who revisit rehab because of their struggles with drugs and alcohol. Unfortunately, they are not alone.

SALT LAKE CITY (PRWEB) June 19, 2007

 Sean Covey, bestselling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens (http://www.7Habits4Teens. com (http://www.7Habits4Teens. com)) and The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make (http://www.6Decisions. com (http://www.6Decisions. com)) and FranklinCovey senior vice president of innovations and products, said, "Drug and alcohol abuse strikes the best and brightest among us and no one is immune, no matter how rich or famous. There are many good people who become alcoholics, compulsive gamblers or drug addicts. They're really not that different from you and me. They have the same hopes and dreams. The only thing that separates them from the rest of us is a few key choices they made, usually during their teen years."

A survey, conducted in September 2006 by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), found alarming figures of abuse of prescription drugs among young people. There are 6.4 million people ages 12 or older who used prescription drugs non-medically in the past month. Of these, 4.7 million used narcotic pain relievers, 1.8 million used tranquilizers, 1.1 million used stimulants (including 512,000 who used methamphetamine) and 272,000 used sedatives.

A report from the Schneider Institute for Health Policy at Brandeis University in 2001 found that alcohol is the most commonly used drug among young people: it kills 6 1/2 times more youth than all other illicit drugs combined. By the 8th grade, 52% of adolescents have consumed alcohol, and 40% of those who started drinking at age 14 or younger later developed alcohol dependence, compared with 10% of those who began drinking at age 20 or older. Also, 50% of high school seniors report drinking alcohol in the past 30 days with 32% reporting being drunk at least once in the same period.

Covey believes that many young people make the mistake of turning to drugs, alcohol and other negative addictions because they have a deeper need that is not being met:

-- They are trying to hide pain from the past, like a death in the family, a divorce or abuse

-- They have something missing from their lives (low-self esteem, past trauma incident)

-- They have a family history of addiction of some kind

-- They feel insecure and desperately want to belong

-- Their friends are doing it and they feel pressured by them

-- They feel confined and want to rebel

-- They want to escape from their current problems

-- They are bored or curious

Then, destructive patterns are established:

-- They start with drugs at a young age

-- They begin by using gateway drugs, like tobacco, alcohol and marijuana

-- They move into heavier drugs

-- They get addicted and their addiction consumes them

-- They fight the addiction -- and sometimes win -- but the battle continues throughout their lives

"Perhaps you are one of these teen statistics, heading down the path toward addiction. Maybe you're already hooked. Whatever your situation, remember that it's much easier to break those habits now, while you're still a teen, than it will be later," said Covey.

Covey counsels teens to be in touch with their own feelings enough to know if they are feeling depressed, angry, hurt, rebellious, fearful, insecure or have some other holes in their lives that need to be filled. Instead of filling up those holes with drinking or drugs, he suggests substituting harmful substances or practices with something more satisfying and enduring, such as positive addictions, where teens 'get high' naturally.

He offers the following list of Positive Addictions as alternatives:

1. Exercise. Working out and exercising releases endorphins, which are the body's natural painkillers and positive mood-makers. Have you heard of runner's high, that euphoric feeling you get while running? Nothing can clear your head like a good workout.

2. Sports. Competing in sports is healthy, consuming and addictive. Sports will help you meet new people and keep you so occupied you won't have time for the drug scene.

3. Music. Develop your musical talents. I have a friend who discovered he had a great gift for music at about age 13. Despite never taking a lesson, he became the best guitarist in the school. His music consumed him and when he was down, he'd play his guitar instead of drowning himself in drugs.

4. Service. Losing yourself in service has always been the best way to forget your own troubles.

5. Hobbies. Find something you love to do and get good at it. Whether it is photography, cooking or astronomy, hobbies produce a natural high without the big crash after.

6. Learning. Get turned on by learning. Read voraciously. Take advanced placement classes or college courses at your school. Pour your heart into it.

7. Family. No one cares more about you than your family, including cousins, aunts, uncles and grandparents. When you're hurting, cast your burdens upon them, instead of looking for another outlet.

8. Faith. Practicing your religion or beliefs alone or with others can give meaning and purpose of your life and offer you standards to live by.

9. Friends. In times of trouble, when problems are overwhelming, lean on good friends. Talk through your problems with them instead of the bottle.

10. Journal writing. Your journal can become your best friend, your solace, the place where you can let out all your emotions and not be judged.

Covey said, "Whether you are a famous Hollywood celebrity or an average, everyday teen, if you or others think you have a problem with substance abuse, the first step is to admit it to yourself. Then, get help from your parents, a good friend, a support group or a counselor. There are many treatment centers, programs and support groups that can help. You're better off if you don't try to fight it alone. Don't procrastinate, get help now. It will only get harder the longer you wait."

About FranklinCovey

FranklinCovey(R) (NYSE:FC) is a global leader in effectiveness training, productivity tools and assessment services for organizations and individuals. FranklinCovey helps companies succeed by unleashing the power of their workforce to focus and execute on top business priorities. Clients include 90 percent of the Fortune 100, more than 75 percent of the Fortune 500, thousands of small and mid-sized businesses, as well as numerous government entities and educational institutions. Organizations and individuals access FranklinCovey products and services through corporate training, licensed client facilitators, one-on-one coaching, public workshops, catalogs, 88 retail stores and http://www. franklincovey. com (http://www. franklincovey. com). FranklinCovey has nearly 1,500 associates providing professional services and products in 39 offices and in 95 countries.

Teachers. Net Gazette Features Harry Wong on APPLYING FOR A TEACHING JOB IN A TIGHT MARKET

Teachers. Net Gazette Features Harry Wong on APPLYING FOR A TEACHING JOB IN A TIGHT MARKET

What candidates should know BEFORE, and what they should be prepared to ask DURING, the job interview

(PRWEB) May 31, 2003

SAN DIEGO, CA -- Harry K. and Rosemary Wong offer timeless and valuable tips in their article "Applying for a Teaching Job in a Tight Market, Part 1" in their May 2003 Effective Teaching column in the Teachers. Net Gazette webzine. The article is online at http://teachers. net/gazette/MAY03/wong. html (http://teachers. net/gazette/MAY03/wong. html).

The Wongs observe, "You're graduating from college and you want a teaching job. Yet, you've heard all this talk about tight budgets and teachers being given pink slips. But, thanks to the Internet, you can actually find jobs, complete applications online, and even find out about the district that will be interviewing you."

According to the Wongs, "Researching a school district is essential. It's best not to walk into an interview not knowing a thing about the prospective school district." The article details what prospective teachers should find out about a school district in preparation for the interview, what questions the applicant should ask during the interview, and what a new teacher should look for when selecting a school district. Links to additional information round out this primer for the teacher facing job interviews. The June 2003 article will serve as part 2, with the Wongs' advice about what to look for when a teacher is looking for the best school district to which he or she should apply.

Harry and Rosemary Wong have dispensed down-to-earth wisdom in their Effective Teaching articles, exclusively for the Teachers. Net Gazette, since June 2000. (See http://teachers. net/gazette/wong. html (http://teachers. net/gazette/wong. html) for a clickable index of all Gazette articles written by the Wongs.)

Harry and Rosemary Wong are veteran educators and the authors of the bestselling The First Days of School which has sold more than 2 million copies in its first and second editions. The First Days of School remains the most highly recommended book for new and veteran teachers who laud it as an indispensable guide for establishing classroom management routines and procedures. A video series, "The Effective Teacher," parallels and complements the book.

A popular presenter and prolific author whose articles appear regularly in major publications in the field of education, Harry Wong also co-authored with Annette Breaux, the 2002 book New Teacher Induction: How to Train, Support, and Retain New Teachers.

The Teachers. Net Gazette has been published online since March 2000. Teachers. Net also hosts a Career Center at http://teachers. net/jobs/ (http://teachers. net/jobs/) featuring regional jobs postings, a JobTalk forum, and the JobAlert E-mail system which notifies job hunters of teaching jobs the instant they're posted. In addition, there are links to job hunting and interview tips.

For additional information about the Teachers. Net Gazette, contact Editor Kathleen Alape Carpenter (kathleen@teachers. net).

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Large Scale Collaboration Project at the Central Hospital in Lausanne/Switzerland

Large Scale Collaboration Project at the Central Hospital in Lausanne/Switzerland

7,000 Employees of the "Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois" (CHUV) in Lausanne, Switzerland entrust Open-Xchange Server for their communication platform.

Tarrytown, NY (PRWEB) December 11, 2005

Employing the latest medical treatments and health care management practices the University Hospital of the Swiss canton of Waadt saves lives every day. The hospital has earned an outstanding reputation for its educational, research and health care programs - a reputation that goes well beyond the borders of Switzerland. In the past year alone, more than 41,000 patients were treated and 30,000 emergencies handled by its doctors, medical assistants and nurses. With such a large workload, not only medical technologies but also communication requirements have become increasingly demanding for large hospital operations.

"This was not an easy decision and we had to evaluate an enormous variety of solutions," states René Patthey, hospital CIO. "Ultimately it was the richness of features, the maturity and the stability of the product, combined with a convincing price-performance ratio that underpinned to the our decision for Open-Xchange Server."

In April 2005, the hospital chose Open-Xchange Server 5. In the initial phase, the Open-Xchange modules Portal, Web Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Bookmarks and Bulletin Board were activated for the user base. After comprehensive tests and a pilot installation for the IT department, the first productive users were migrated to the new system in November 2005. "Open-Xchange Server and its web-enabled user interface offers the exact functions we need for efficient collaboration. Accordingly, we were able to avoid additional and costly custom development that would have been necessary with alternative solutions." René Patthey emphasizes.

"Reachability" - Around the Clock and Around the World"

For hospital staff, overall availability and reachability are a must. In addition to the stability and performance of our 5,000 workstations the connectivity of an increasing number of users with mobile devices became mission critical" René Patthey explains.

"Today and in the near future, personal digital assistants (PDA) and smartphones - the fusion of telephone, calendar, address book, text receiver and sender - help to organize the increasingly complex hospital routines in a smooth and efficient way. Today, the hospital staff already uses 560 Palm PDA's models M515, T2 und T3, and the growth in PDA use is rapid" Patthey says. "Our vendor, Open-Xchange Inc., has an intense customer focus and we enjoy a close link to product development which is unique. An outstanding example of this cooperation was the development of PDA and Smartphone connectivity via the standard SyncML interface. We were worked closely with Open-Xchange's development team during the design and test phases and were able to discuss our needs directly with them. Accordingly the results have exceeded our expectations."

Further extensions are already plannned: Following user migration additional Open-Xchange modules will be added to the collaboration environment. The Documents module will enable a reliable and up-to-date exchange of documents, including versioning of documents. "We are confident that with Open-Xchange Server we are well-prepared for future requirements." Patthey concludes. "This is based on the standardized and modular architecture of the product and the open and transparent development roadmaps characteristic of open source software!"

About Open-Xchange. org

Open-Xchange Server is one of the most active and fastest growing open source projects to date. Launched in August 2004, Open-Xchange Server now ranks #7 out of 334 groupware projects on freshmeat. net web site, #4 in handhelds, and overall #278 out of 47,163 listed projects. The Open-Xchange community web site, www. open-xchange. org, is visited by 130,000 unique visitors each month, the GPL version of Open-Xchange Server is downloaded more than 9,000 times each month. In the Open-Xchange forum, 3650 topics are being discussed by 1650 contributors. The Open-Xchange community has contributed 27 installation guides for Open-Xchange Server on Debian, SUSE, Red Hat, Slackware, Mandrake, FreeBSD and other operating systems and distributions.

About Open-Xchange Server

Open-Xchange Server 5, the commercial product launched in April 2005, is engineered for ease of installation, migration, administration, integration and use. It interoperates with virtually all web browsers and important proprietary and open source rich clients. Open-Xchange Server supports the two leading Enterprise Linux distributions, Red Hat and SUSE. Innovative connectors, OXtenders, enhance customer flexibility by using open standard APIs to integrate existing IT infrastructures, or even extend capabilities to such as fax, VoIP, or CRM solutions.

About Open-Xchange Inc.

Open-Xchange Inc. delivers reliable and scalable groupware, collaboration, and messaging solutions. Its flagship product, Open-Xchange Server, is the market-leading collaboration server that combines best-of-breed open source software with commercial software add-ons and connectors. Open-Xchange Server is among the Top 300 most popular and most active open source projects in the world today. Open-Xchange Inc. is based in Tarrytown, NY, with offices in Olpe and Nuremberg, Germany. For more information, please visit www. open-xchange. com

Contact:

Bill Baker, Baker Communications Group, 860-350-9100.

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Investment Clubs Continue to Like Home Improvement

Investment Clubs Continue to Like Home Improvement

Home Depot Continues to Top List as Company Most Widely Held by Investment Clubs –- Pfizer Follows Close Behind.

Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) September 9, 2005

ICLUBcentral Inc., the market leader in investment club software and web services, released the list of the most widely-held stocks owned by investment clubs as of September 1, 2005, as recorded by active clubs using the company's Club Accounting Online investment club web service (http://www. naic-club. com (http://www. naic-club. com)).

Topping the investment club stock list for August 2005 is home improvement retailer Home Depot, owned by 40.2% of investment clubs. Close behind Home Depot in popularity are pharmaceutical giant Pfizer (held by 39.3% of clubs) and General Electric (35.4%). Cisco Systems and Harley-Davidson round out the top five slots.

The complete list of the ten most popular stocks, listed in order of the total number of clubs holding each stock, is as follows:

Top-Held Stocks by Investment Clubs, ranked by % of Clubs Holding*

1. Home Depot Inc. (HD) 40.2%

2. Pfizer Inc. (PFE) 39.3%

3. General Electric Co. (GE) 35.4%

4. Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO) 21.4%

5. Harley-Davidson Inc. (HDI) 20.8%

6. Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) 20.0%

7. Johnson & Johnson Inc. (JNJ) 18.7%

8. Intel Corp. (INTC) 18.6%

9. Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) 17.4%

10. Walgreen Co. (WAG) 17.0%

As of September 1, 2005

The same ten companies also appeared on July's list, though there was some change in the rankings – Cisco edged up one slot in the prior month, replacing Harley-Davidson in the number four slot; Johnson & Johnson and Intel traded positions on the list, as well.

When ranked by total dollars invested by clubs, Home Depot still tops the list, followed by General Electric and domestic merchandise superstore operator Bed Bath & Beyond. Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer and Walgreen are close behind in the total amount invested by clubs.

Top-Held Stocks by Investment Clubs, ranked by Total $ Invested*

1. Home Depot Inc. (HD)

2. General Electric Co. (GE)

3. Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY)

4. Johnson & Johnson Inc. (JNJ)

5. Pfizer Inc. (PFE)

6. Walgreen Co. (WAG)

7. Amgen (AMGN)

8. Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO)

9. Harley Davidson (HDI)

10. Lowes Companies (LOW)

As of September 1, 2005

All of these stocks also appeared in July's top ten list by dollars invested, although Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson swapped places, as did Amgen and Cisco Systems.

"America's investment clubs continue to hold shares in some of the best known companies in America," commented Douglas Gerlach, ICLUBcentral's President and the author of Investment Clubs for Dummies. "Consumer retail, technology, and pharmaceuticals are the most popular industry groups held by investment clubs."

"But clubs have a wild side, as well," he added. "Harley-Davidson is the fourth most popular stock in club portfolios."

Investment clubs typically meet once a month, and members typically contribute anywhere from $20 to $100 each to invest in the club's joint portfolio. Most clubs invest directly in stocks, learning and applying the mechanics of stock selection while building a diversified portfolio of high-quality, growth-oriented companies to be held for the long term.

About Club Accounting Online

ICLUBcentral's Club Accounting Online is the most popular web-based accounting and administrative tool for investment clubs. Club Accounting Online and is the only online service approved for clubs by BetterInvesting™, the leading national non-profit organization devoted to investor education and investment clubs. Club Accounting Online is a full-featured suite of web tools for club accounting and operations, including all of the bookkeeping functionality necessary for clubs to record deposits into the club made by members as well as investments purchased by the club as a whole. The service also provides secure private message boards and calendars, file sharing, and detailed financial reports. An annual subscription is $49, and a free 60-day trial is available. For more information on Club Accounting Online, please visit http://www. naic-club. com (http://www. naic-club. com).

About ICLUBcentral

Based in Cambridge, MA, ICLUBcentral Inc. (http://www. iclubcentral. com (http://www. iclubcentral. com)) develops high-quality tools for individual investors and investment clubs, including software products, web services and the market-beating Investor Advisory Service newsletter. ICLUBcentral's products include:

Accounting software for investment clubs: Online and Windows versions of club accounting software, plus Federal and state tax printers. Stock analysis software: Investor's Toolkit, Stock Analyst, Classic Plus and Take Stock. Stock screening software: Stock Prospector. Investing newsletter: the Investor Advisory Service.

For more information on ICLUBcentral's products, visit http://www. iclub. com (http://www. iclub. com).

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Understanding How Vulnerabilities May Keep Women in Abusive Relationships

Understanding How Vulnerabilities May Keep Women in Abusive Relationships

A new model looks to the socio-cultural contexts that make women susceptible to abusive relationships.

(PRWEB) March 25, 2005

The Vulnerability Conceptual Model provides a tangible representation of a woman’s experience in her abusive relationship(s) and may aid her in determining her own relational and situational vulnerabilities. Using self-reflection, i. e. narrative therapy, women may find the origins of, their susceptibility to, and untapped resiliencies against violent relationships. An article published in the latest issue of Family Relations discusses this model and the vulnerabilities that emerged from interviews with seven Black and twenty-one White women who suffered chronic abuse by male dating partners. “Rather than victim-blaming, studying women’s vulnerabilities provides a theoretical basis for understanding why women stay in… and perhaps re-enter abusive relationships with the same partner or different partners,” the authors state.

Focusing on relational vulnerability (oneÂ’s beliefs about self and what is normal in an intimate relationship) and situational vulnerability (degree to which the woman is experiencing different types of stress when she began the relationship), the authors found common experiences and cultural differences among the women. Five sub-categories of relational vulnerability emerged: 1) external orientation or the degree to which the women see themselves as having value independent of others 2) socialization to violence 3) socialization to the abuse of power 4) a caretaker identity that led to problematic, needy partners, and 5) cultural factors. The first four categories were found in both Black and White women.

Culturally, Black women were affected by a strong race consciousness that compelled them to stay with Black men citing a desire to maintain their relationship in the face of the negativity and dysfunctional reputation of Black relationships. “Attempting to understand how women become victims of chronic abuse is an attempt to learn more about what fosters resilience,” the authors conclude.

This study is published in the latest issue of Family Relations. Media wishing to receive a PDF please contact JournalNews@bos. blackwellpublishing. net

Since 1951, Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Studies has covered areas of critical importance to family professionals. The journal's content emphasizes family research with implications for intervention, education, and public policy. It is published by the National Council on Family Relations. Information about the National Council on Family Relations can be found at www. ncfr. org.

April Few is an assistant professor in the Department of Human Development at Virginia Tech. She has written extensively on women and abusive relationships.

Dr. Few is available for questions and interviews.

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U. S. Colleges and Universities Partner with Bookshare To Expand Collection of Accessible Textbooks for Students with Print Disabilities

U. S. Colleges and Universities Partner with Bookshare To Expand Collection of Accessible Textbooks for Students with Print Disabilities

Bookshare, the world's largest online accessible book library for people with print disabilities announces partnerships with eleven U. S. universities and colleges today. The University Partnership Program will significantly increase the availability of accessible materials and textbooks on behalf of the hundreds of thousands of U. S. post-secondary students who have disabilities that keeps them from reading printed books.

Palo Alto, CA and Washington, D. C., The National Press Club (PRWEB) April 29, 2009

Bookshare announced today a University Partnership Program to significantly increase the availability of accessible materials and textbooks on behalf of the hundreds of thousands of U. S. post-secondary students who have a disability that keeps them from effectively reading printed books.

The Bookshare University Partnership will foster the growth of accessible materials for all U. S. students with qualified print disabilities through contributions of books scanned on college and university campuses legally under a copyright exemption in U. S. Copyright Law (17 U. S.C. § 121, often referred to as the Chafee Amendment). Under the Chafee Amendment, Bookshare membership is available to people who provide proof of a print disability, such as blindness or low vision, a reading disability or a physical disability that makes it difficult or impossible to read standard print.

Eleven U. S. colleges and universities now participate in the program: Arizona State University, De Anza Community College, CA, Indiana University, Michigan State University, Monterey Peninsula Community College, CA, The Ohio State University, Texas A&M University, University of California, Berkeley, University of Montana, University of Idaho, and The Hadley School for the Blind, IL.

Typically, post-secondary students must wait months after the start of a semester before getting their textbooks in a format they can read. Each year, across the country, university personnel engage in a labor intensive process at the beginning of a term to scan books or obtain digital files from publishers to provide students who have qualified print disabilities with accessible textbooks.

"Working closely with U. S. colleges and universities, we can demonstrate the power of pooling our resources to benefit students with qualified disabilities who need timely access to accessible books," said Jim Fruchterman, CEO of Benetech, the nonprofit organization which operates Bookshare. "This program extends Bookshare's core spirit of collaboration and partnerships to increase the opportunities for these students to have an equal educational experience."

Adhering closely to the Chafee Amendment, Bookshare will only accept donations of books purchased and scanned for students with qualified print disabilities or given to a college or university by a publisher with express permission to share the book with groups like Bookshare. Each book scanned on campus and donated to Bookshare for distribution reduces the duplication of effort nationally, minimizing the cumulative cost of scanning books. Scanning and proofreading a book can cost $100 to $1000 depending on its complexity; a collaborative sharing program will save campuses time and money on an annual basis.

"In addition to building a substantial collection of accessible books, this program can ease the burden and the financial cost for university scanning operations," said Jim Marks, President Elect of the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD), and Director of Disability Services at the University of Montana at Missoula. "We can serve thousands of students while saving our institutions time, resources and tens of thousands of dollars in scanning costs."

With an increased collection of post-secondary books, many more students will find the materials they need in the Bookshare library and will benefit from a better overall educational experience. Colleges, universities, or post-secondary schools can become Bookshare organizational members, sign up their students with qualified print disabilities, and recommend that students register for individual memberships. Bookshare membership includes two free ebook reader software programs that read the text of the books aloud, READ:OutLoud from Don Johnston and Victor Reader Soft from HumanWare. Campuses with Bookshare memberships can install these applications on all computers used by students with print disabilities. Students with individual memberships can install the applications on their personal computers.

"Bookshare is expanding fast!" said Ashley Seymour, a college junior majoring in health care at the University of Michigan-Flint, who has been blind since birth. "It's so easy for me to get my books on time and from one source. I don't have to wait for days or weeks. I just download my books, convert to MP3 files for my iPod and go to class."

Every book downloaded is fingerprinted using Bookshare's Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology. Universities contributing books will benefit from increased protection against illegal file sharing. The Bookshare DRM technology maintains a record of each downloaded book to identify potential misuse and copyright infringement.

"Since 2003, we have worked with Bookshare to contribute the books we scan for students with print disabilities," said Margaret Londergan, Manager of Adaptive Technology and Alternate Media Services at Indiana University. "With more campuses participating, we plan to search Bookshare before we begin scanning. This partnership will undoubtedly improve students' wait-time and help us provide a true benefit for our educational community."

Bookshare adds over 1000 legally scanned books per month from universities, the NIMAC (National Instructional Materials Accessibility Center), publishers, and volunteers. The collection now tops over 46,000 books, including textbooks, literature, teacher-recommended reading, New York Times best sellers, newspapers and periodicals. Higher education institutions interested in partnering with Bookshare to contribute legally scanned books in rich text format (.rtf) can email universities (at) bookshare (dot) org. To register students with qualified print disabilities sign up at http://www. bookshare. org/signUpType.

About Bookshare

Bookshare, http://www. bookshare. org, is the world's largest accessible online library for people with print disabilities. Through its technology initiatives and partnerships, Bookshare seeks to raise the floor on accessibility issues so that individuals with print disabilities have the same ease of access to print materials as people without disabilities. In 2007, Bookshare received a $32 million five-year award from the U. S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), to provide free access for all U. S. students with a qualified print disability. The Bookshare library now has more than 52,000 members. Bookshare is an initiative of Benetech, http://www. benetech. org, a Palo Alto, CA-based nonprofit that creates sustainable technology to solve pressing social needs.

The content of this Press Release was developed under a grant from the Department of Education. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.

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Kabir Releases New Album “Peaceful Solutions” on Raptivism Records April 25th

Kabir Releases New Album “Peaceful Solutions” on Raptivism Records April 25th

Kabir will release his third full length album, “Peaceful Solutions” on April 25, 2006 in partnership between Uncle Trouble Music and Raptivism Records. He is also the son of world-famous Nobel Prize winning economist Amartya Sen.

New York, NY (PRWEB) March 30, 2006

Kabir, a veteran of the Boston hip hop scene, will release his third full length album, “Peaceful Solutions” on April 25, 2006 in partnership between Uncle Trouble Music (Kabir’s own label) and NYC based Raptivism Records. Kabir, who has released tracks in the past with Mr. Lif, Esoteric and Virtuoso, is unique as the only nationally recognized MC of South Asian descent. He is also the son of world-famous Nobel Prize winning economist Amartya Sen.

Like his father, Kabir focuses his talents on alleviating the ills plaguing world society. “Peaceful Solutions” takes a hard look at many of the struggles going on around the globe today and advocates a new way of attacking the problems that we as a society face. Tracks like “Where You At?” take a more personal look at Kabir’s search for inner peace in addition to his belief in a more enlightened political process.

Vincent Merry, President of socially conscious Raptivism Records says “Kabir is in a unique position to influence people in many walks of life. We hope that his fusion of hip-hop, funk and conscious themes reaches that maximum number of people possible, starting in his home, Boston, where so many people come to study.”

Kabir will be performing regularly around the northeast in support of the new album with initial CD Release Party dates in Boston and New York. On Friday, April 28th he will be at the Paradise Lounge – 969 Commonwealth Ave. in Boston with Primary Others, Elemental Zazen, ViceVersah and others. On Saturday, April 29th Kabir will bring his hip hop party to The Bowery Poetry Club – 308 Bowery, New York, NY along with label-mate L. I.F. E. Long, DJ Synapse, Elemental Zazen, and other special guests.

Kabir has recently joined a new group created by the Mayor’s Office in Boston called, “Mayor Menino’s Hip Hop Roundtable,” addressing an increase in youth gun violence in and around. He runs workshops called “Hip hop as Education” at many private and public schools throughout the northeast. These workshops are designed to teach the youth of today about the positive power of music and hip hop and to encourage these students to find healthy ways to express themselves, while being respectful and true to the art.

“Peaceful Solutions” will be distributed thru Ryko Distribution and will be available initially in most major retail outlets throughout the northeast.

Track Listing For Peaceful Solutions:

1. Change – feat. Maria Alexievia

2. Higher - feat. Shuman and C. Money of John Brown’s Body

3. Answers

4. Memories

5. Damn

6. Where You At – feat. Ryan Montbleau

7. The Explanation

8. Eyes Wide Open

9. Get It Right

10. Letter To My Grandma - feat. Ryan Montbleau

11. Outta Control – feat. Maria Alexievia

12. Basics

13. A Better Tomorrow

14. Answers (Remix)

15. The Liar

For more information about Kabir and the new release “Peaceful Solutions” please contact:

For Interviews and Press Information: rain (at) raindazedent (dot) com, Adam (at) planetarygroup (dot) com

Management & Booking: Howard Turkenkopf - hwe328(at)comcast (dot) net - ph: 617.543.9469

Raptivism: Rishi(at) Raptivism (dot)com

Kabir’s Biography:

Kabir is an independent rapper, singer and producer from London. His music brews a robust blend of raw flow and message-oriented lyrics with unusual beats and soulful melodies. He currently lives in Cambridge, MA, and performs regularly at colleges and clubs around the Northeast. Kabir has performed alongside a wide variety of musical giants such as The Roots, Wyclef Jean, Talib Kweli, Lyrics Born, Common, Soulive, Maceo Parker and Galactic.

Kabir’s first self-produced album "Cultural Confusion" (featuring Mr. Lif, Virtuoso, & Esoteric) was released in 2001 and independently sold approximately 3000 units. “Cultural Confusion” is a multi-layered concept album with raw beats, real rhymes and instrumental interludes. Several songs on the record reveal Kabir’s personal struggles with his own multi-racial identity, while others take a broader view of cultures and the conflicts between people.

Kabir’s second album, “Fuel for the Fire” (Uncle Trouble Music) was released in August of 2003. For this album Kabir again called upon the services of some of Boston’s hottest MCs including: Esoteric, Virtuoso, Shuman, and III Kings. A number of talented singers also contributed to this album such as: Amayo (Antibalas Afro-Beat Orchestra), Lady K (Red Pill), and Ajahni (Vibewise). Kabir produced many of the tracks on this album himself, and a number of guest producers also put their stamp on the record. “Fuel for the Fire” is about the way people live and the emotions that inspire us to do what we do. Each song on the record represents a different influence that affects us.

Kabir’s new album, “Peaceful Solutions,” is due out on April 25th and is being released in partnership between Uncle Trouble Music and Raptivism Records. Once again Kabir has collaborated with a variety of different artists including Shuman, Ryan Montbleau, and Maria Alexieva on vocals. Many of the tracks on “Peaceful Solutions” are self produced, while others are done in collaboration with some of the same producers that Kabir worked with on, “Fuel for the Fire”. “Peaceful Solutions” will be Kabir’s most widely distributed album.

Kabir currently performs live re-creations of these songs as well as those from “Cultural Confusion” and “Fuel for the Fire” with his band. The band features a rotating lineup of all-star musicians, however, Kabir is always held down by his DJ, Axel Foley on the turntables. Kabir’s band provides the backbone for his live show: an infectious dose of thoughtful, energetic music.

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Stuart J. Udell Named President and CEO of Catapult Learning

Stuart J. Udell Named President and CEO of Catapult Learning

Promotion Completes Company’s Transition Strategy

Camden, NJ (PRWEB) January 6, 2011

Catapult Learning, LLC, a leading provider of K-12 instructional intervention and professional learning services, announced today that Stuart J. Udell has been named the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment completes a transition strategy that began in October 2010, when Udell joined Catapult Learning as its Chief Operating Officer. Udell succeeds founder Stephen K. Freeman, who will remain at the company as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Udell joined Catapult Learning from The Princeton Review, where he served as President of Post Secondary Education. Udell also served as CEO of Penn Foster, a global leader in career-focused online learning, until December 2009, at which time the company was acquired by The Princeton Review. Prior to joining Penn Foster, Udell spent ten years with Kaplan, Inc., most recently as President of its K-12 division. In addition, Udell currently serves as Chairman of the Board of the National Dropout Prevention Center/Network (Clemson University), a position he’s held since 2009.

About Catapult Learning
Catapult Learning has helped struggling K-12 schools and students achieve higher results for nearly 35 years. The Company offers a blend of teacher-led instructional intervention services, custom support and professional development programs — all designed for flexibility in order to align with each school’s unique culture. Today, Catapult Learning employs 3,000 teachers and staff and provides support to nearly 1,500schools. For more information visit http://www. catapultlearning. com or call 888-841-8730.

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Houston Zoo Director Rick Barongi Elected to Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors

Houston Zoo Director Rick Barongi Elected to Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors

The membership of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has elected Rick Barongi, Director of the Houston Zoo, to the AZA Board of Directors.

Silver Spring, Maryland (Vocus) September 23, 2010

The membership of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has elected Rick Barongi, Director of the Houston Zoo, to the AZA Board of Directors.

“AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums will benefit from Rick’s strong leadership and extensive experience,” said AZA President and CEO Jim Maddy.

Barongi will serve on the AZA Board of Directors as one of its thirteen members. Barongi will be involved in every aspect of the national organization, including accreditation, ethics, animal welfare, and conservation.

A self-described zoo keeper’s zoo director, Rick’s love of animals was nurtured at an early age with visits to the Bronx Zoo and the Museum of Natural History. He was appointed Director of the Houston Zoo in 2000 and led the efforts to privatize the Zoo in 2002. Before his appointment as Houston Zoo Director, Rick was Director of Animal Programs for the Walt Disney World Company where he played a major role in the design, construction and opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Wildlife Conservation Fund.

Rick is actively involved in several national and international conservation programs including tapir and amphibian projects in Panama and rhino conservation programs in South Africa. He is Vice President of the International Rhino Foundation and serves on the boards of the Margot Marsh Biodiversity fund, IUCN/SSC Tapir Specialist Group, Chair of The National Elephant Center, Council member for WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums) and chairs AZA’s Honor and Awards Committee.

An accomplished eco-tour leader, Rick has traveled extensively in Africa and South America and has led numerous safaris to East and South Africa. A long-standing Professional Fellow of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Rick’s published professional papers cover a wide range of topics including exhibit design, animal husbandry, and the role of zoos in conservation and edu-tainment.

In his spare time, Rick collects natural history books, is an amateur wildlife photographer, and takes long walks with his wife, Diane, and their yellow labs.

Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. The AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. To learn more visit www. aza. org.

Contact: Linda Cendes, AZA, 301.562.0777 x236

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ECrypt Live on the Christy Clark Show in Support of Data Privacy Day

ECrypt Live on the Christy Clark Show in Support of Data Privacy Day

ECrypt Technologies, Inc. (OTC BB:ECRY) proudly supports Data Privacy Day 2010 online and on air.

Boulder, CO (Vocus) January 28, 2010

To advocate the international Data Privacy Day initiative, eCrypt Technologies (http://shop. ecryptinc. com/) (OTC BB:ECRY) President and CEO Brad Lever and co-founder Kasia Zukowska will be guests on CKNW’s Christy Clark Show from 2-2:30 PM PST, a radio talk show aired in Vancouver, Canada. To listen, listeners can log onto CKNW. com (http://www. cknw. com/) to ”Listen Live” online, or, in the Pacific Northwest, tune into AM980.

In further support of this event, all day today eCrypt is pleased to offer consumers information about everyday risks to their on-and-offline privacy, tips on how to protect it, as well as free downloads of “eCrypt” encryption software for BlackBerry® devices. Internet users are urged to log onto YourPrivacyIsOurBusiness. com (http://yourprivacyisourbusiness. com/) for details.

Brad Lever comments: “Threats to our privacy are largely intangible - we cannot see or touch them - and as such, many of us aren’t aware just how great those risks are, and how detrimental they can be to us, our families, our present, and our futures. We are very happy to see that independent initiatives are being taken to spread awareness and educate consumers, and are very excited to be able to contribute to this not-for-profit effort, and help arm consumers not only with know-how, but also tools, that will enable them to take control over their privacy.”

Data Privacy Day (http://dataprivacyday2010.org/), a division of The Privacy Projects, is an annual international celebration to raise awareness and generate discussion about information privacy.  In 2009, both the U. S. Senate and House of Representatives recognized January 28th as National Data Privacy Day. Over the past few years, privacy professionals, corporations, government officials and representatives, academics, and students in the United States, Canada, and 27 European countries have participated in a wide variety of privacy-focused events and educational initiatives in honor of Data Privacy Day.

About eCrypt Technologies

ECrypt Technologies, Inc. is an information security firm with a focus on the wireless industry. Its flagship product “eCrypt”, is a first-of-its-kind encryption software for wireless email on BlackBerry® smartphones, and is available under a perpetual license or on a pay-per-use basis. Using the strongest encryption algorithms available for the BlackBerry® smartphone OS, eCrypt software prevents unwanted access to email messages during transmission and storage on servers and PCs. Users may communicate freely with each other knowing that no one has access to the content of their emails.

ECrypt has successfully obtained a Mass Market Status for its product from the U. S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security. This status allows eCrypt to export and re-export the software under section 742.15(B)(2) of the Export Administration Regulations, and is recognized by the Wassenaar Arrangement.

ECrypt is currently available for BlackBerry® Internet Service and BlackBerry® Enterprise Server customers.

(The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited.)

Contact:
Media Relations
ECrypt Technologies, Inc
1 (866) 241-6868
Http://www. ecryptinc. com (http://www. ecryptinc. com)
Media(at)ecryptinc(dot)com

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Forensic innovation inspires future scientists

Forensic innovation inspires future scientists

A PROJECT which uses the ‘CSI effect’ to excite young minds into appreciating science has won a place in the finals of the Lord Stafford awards. SciChem Forensic Investigations is designed to show schoolchildren the scientific processes behind crime-scene investigation and is proving so successful that it has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Innovation Achieved’ category at this year’s awards. The brainchild of Staffordshire University’s forensics Professor John Cassella, the project is designed to enthuse youngsters and to encourage their progression through science education.

(PRWeb UK) October 25, 2010

A PROJECT which uses the ‘CSI effect’ to excite young minds into appreciating science has won a place in the finals of the Lord Stafford awards.

SciChem Forensic Investigations is designed to show schoolchildren the scientific processes behind crime-scene investigation and is proving so successful that it has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Innovation Achieved’ category at this year’s awards.

The brainchild of Staffordshire University’s forensics Professor John Cassella, the project is designed to enthuse youngsters and to encourage their progression through science education.

To progress the idea, the University entered into a Knowledge Transfer Partnership with schools equipment company Scientific and Chemical Supplies Ltd (SciChem) to produce and market forensic science kits which are geared to the UK national Science curriculum.

An exciting range of Staffordshire University branded forensics kits - already included in the company’s equipment catalogues - allow blood samples to be analysed, fingerprints to be collected and compared and footwear impressions to be examined.

Professor Cassella said: “Once science is contexualised and, in part, dramatised it becomes more empowering to people of all ages. And the so called ‘CSI effect’ of forensic science is perhaps one of the strongest pieces of evidence for this.

“It’s a simple idea which has benefited from a brilliant KTP associate, a really good relationship with the company – and a realisation that not one of us could have pulled this off individually.

“We understand that we are one of only a few KTPs making an in-project profit and we hope long-term that in addition to Staffordshire University becoming synonomous with forensic science teaching, the University’s share of the profits can be ploughed back into other innovative research and ideas.”

The Knowledge Transfer Partnership employs Forensic Science graduate and Masters student Philip Morton as an Associate whose role has included researching the curriculum to see what needs to be included in the kits, writing the associated study guides for both teachers and pupils, providing hands-on training in the use of the kits and even modifying existing crime scene techniques and developing brand new equipment in teaching science.

Philip said: “Over the last two years I have developed, within SciChem, the ability to design, write, assemble and manufacture education resources that are unique to the market. I am very proud of this and the fact that we have received industry and region-wide recognition is fantastic.”

Tim Avery, Education Sales Director at SciChem Ltd said the partnership had exceeded all expectations and been the catalyst in discovering new untapped markets.

He added: “It started a process of moving us from a supplier to a developer and manufacturer of exclusive materials, and has enabled us to establish our new product development department. Our relationship with Staffordshire University now provides us with the platform for future development.”

“We feel hugely honoured to have been selected for the finals of The Lord Stafford Awards and we are delighted to be part of such elevated company.”

The 13th Lord Stafford awards are taking place at Stareton Hall, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on the evening of November 18. It will be hosted by the BBC’s Kay Alexander. The keynote speaker is President of Virgin Galactic Will Whitehorn.

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The Power to Decide: Black Women & Election 2004

The Power to Decide: Black Women & Election 2004

Black women are a powerful voting block. Yet we have heard little about whatÂ’s on the minds of black women this election season. The forum, scheduled on Saturday, September 18th, will include a discussion on the potential impact black women voters may have on deciding the outcome of the presidential election.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2004

The Power to Decide: Black Women & Election 2004

WHEN: Saturday, September 18, 2004, meeting starts at 3:00 p. m., Election Forum 3:15-5:00

WHAT: A forum to discuss issues important to African American women this election season.

“The Power to Decide: Black Women and Election 2004” will feature Judy Lubin, president of Public Square Communications, a research and communications consulting company serving progressive organizations.

Black women are a powerful voting block. Yet we have heard little about whatÂ’s on the minds of black women this election season. The forum will include a discussion of:

The impact black women can have on the presidential election What black women can do, beyond voting (GOTV, voter education, election day volunteer opportunities), to influence the election The key issues, jobs, education, health care, of concern to African American women

Voter Registration and a book signing by Janessa Grady, author of Life of Without Daddy, will also be held during the event.

STATISTICS ON VOTER PARTICIPATION AMONG WOMEN AND AFRICAN AMERICANS:

Eighty-two percent of African American women polled say they will definitely vote in the 2004 election for President (B. E.T./CBS News Poll, July 2004)

In the 2000 presidential election, 6 out of 10 black voters were women

Among eligible voters, the percentage of women who vote has exceeded the percentage of men who vote in every presidential election since 1980

Sixty percent (60%) of all undecided voters this year are women

Unmarried women represent the biggest potential group of new voters – they account for 24% of the U. S. population, 22 percent of all registered voters, and 20 percent of the electorate.

Ninety-four percent (94%) of African American women voted for Al Gore in 2000

WHO: National Professional WomenÂ’s Exchange

WHERE: Prince Georges Community College, Largo Student Center, Conference Rooms 3 and 4, 301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774

The National Professional WomenÂ’s Exchange is the premier national organization dedicated to advancing issues impacting the lives of professional women of color Our mission is to help our members work toward personal, spiritual, and professional empowerment by prioritizing and consolidating our positions on employment, entrepreneurship, politics, family, and other societal issues. NPWE is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization based in Largo, MD.

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AIIM and ASTM International Publish PDF Healthcare Best Practices Guide

AIIM and ASTM International Publish PDF Healthcare Best Practices Guide

AIIM, the international authority on Enterprise Content Management, and ASTM International, one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world, announce the publication of the Best Practices Guide – PDF Healthcare (AIIM/ASTM BP-01-2008).

Silver Spring, MD, and West Conshohocken, PA (Vocus) February 25, 2008

AIIM], the international authority on Enterprise Content Management, and ASTM International, one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world, announce the publication of the Best Practices Guide – PDF Healthcare (http://www. aiim. org/product. asp? ID=1675) (AIIM/ASTM BP-01-2008).

This document describes a proposed, voluntary, industry-wide reference tool and guideline to describe the features and functionality of the Portable Document Format (PDF) for the healthcare industry. It is designed to facilitate a means by which healthcare information is captured, exchanged, preserved, and protected so that participants within the healthcare system can use the well-known and trusted PDF specification as the electronic container of the information.

This guide was developed to promote and accelerate the adoption of a digital healthcare record model using XML-based standards. With the introduction of complex healthcare industry legal and regulatory requirements that directly impact the patient and healthcare provider, the adoption of the PDF Healthcare Best Practices Guide will be driven by the need for usability, portability, simplicity and availability of healthcare information.

"Using PDF in healthcare will greatly improve the communications between patients and their providers and all the members of the healthcare chain as well as provide greater control of the patient information," said John Mancini, President, AIIM. "This will ensure that the patient is an active participant in the exchange of critical healthcare information."

"The new best practices guide can help healthcare providers reduce the unnecessary errors created in the transmission of paper-based health records, by advocating and defining an electronic solution," said Melonie Warfel, Director, WW Standards and Life Sciences at Adobe Systems. "The use of PDF provides users with a familiar electronic environment, and helps eliminate the need for specialized technology or proprietary readers/viewers giving consumers access to their healthcare information at any time, anywhere and on any device."

"PDF Healthcare, through the use of the PDF format, provides an additional cost effective, easy to implement and secure means for the exchange and communication of personalized patient and provider information," said Omid Moghadam, Director, Personal Health Record Programs, Intel.

Future work being conducted by the voluntary PDF Healthcare Working Group is the development of two companion documents to the Best Practices Guide - an Implementation and Demonstration Guide. These guides will provide use cases and implementation examples of PDF for healthcare documents and records. The Best Practices Guide will be available on the AIIM and ASTM web sites for download. The Implementation and Demonstration Guides are being developed by AIIM and will be available for download from the AIIM website. For additional information or to become involved with the work of the Working Group, please contact Ebony Dowtin, AIIM Standards Program Coordinator at edowtin @ aiim. org.

Contributors to the PDF Healthcare Best Practices Guide (http://www. aiim. org/product. asp? ID=1675) include the American Academy of Pediatrics, Adobe Systems, Inc., American Academy of Family Physicians, CapMed, Dak Systems Consulting, eClinicalWorks, Generator LLC, Good Health Network, Intel Corporation, Massachusetts Medical Society, NextGen, Northrup-Grumman, Schering-Plough, Voice of the Physician, and the ASTM E31 Healthcare Informatics Committee. Organizations that supported the Best Practices Guide work include Cerner Corporation, DrFirst, Epocrates, Harvard University, MedCommons, MinuteClinic, MEDecisions, Northern Illinois Physicians for Connectivity, Point and Click Solutions, and SureScripts.

About AIIM (www. aiim. org)
AIIM is the community that provides education, research, and best practices to help organizations find, control and optimize their information. With 50,000 industry professionals as associates, the association is international in scope, independent, implementation-focused, and, as the representative of the entire ECM industry - including users, suppliers, and the channel - acts as the industry's intermediary.

As a neutral and unbiased source of information, AIIM serves the needs of its members and the industry by providing educational opportunities, professional development, reference and knowledge resources, networking events, and industry advocacy. Visit the Conquer Information Chaos BLOG at http://aiim. typepad. com/aiim_blog/ (http://aiim. typepad. com/aiim_blog/).

ASTM International
ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy. ASTM's involvement in the development of the Best Practices Guide was through its Technical Committee E31 on Healthcare Informatics develops international standards related to the architecture, content, storage, security, confidentiality, functionality, and communication of information used within healthcare and healthcare decision making, including patient-specific information and knowledge.

For more information contact:

Betsy Fanning
AIIM
301.755.2682
Bfanning @ aiim. org

Dan Smith
ASTM International
610-832-9727
Dsmith @ astm. org

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Step Through a Magic Picture Frame: A New Approach to Teach Kids History and Moral Lessons

Step Through a Magic Picture Frame: A New Approach to Teach Kids History and Moral Lessons

Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame: New, Award-Winning American History Book Excites Kids, Provides Tools for Parents, Teachers, and Homeschoolers.

Issaquah, WA (PRWEB) August 28, 2007

Author and photographer Michael S. Class has used advanced digital photography to place his twelve year-old son, Anthony, in the cockpit of the Spirit of St. Louis with Charles Lindbergh, on the moon with Neil Armstrong, in the laboratories of Thomas Edison and Jonas Salk, and on Normandy beach on D-Day. The result: It looks like Anthony really did meet Thomas Edison, Jonas Salk, FDR, Lou Gehrig, Charles Lindbergh, and Audie Murphy. The Web site, www. MagicPictureFrame. com, displays some of the book's amazing photographs.

"I wanted to capture the interest of today's kids," says Class, "by turning American history into a grand time travel adventure." The book, Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame, is recommended for young adults, grade 6 to grade 12.

The book is fun for kids, but Class designed the book to help parents, teachers, and homeschoolers, too. Years of meticulous research went into the book: Class spoke with relatives of famous scientists and inventors, Holocaust survivors, award-winning biographers, and others to ensure that the facts of the book were both accurate and vivid. Historical accuracy rules every page: even Anthony's conversations with the people of the past are based on things they really said, all properly footnoted. Class also included built-in curriculum aids: recommendations for hundreds of books, movies, songs, and places to visit - all keyed to the subjects of each chapter. The author's Web site includes a fun final exam.

Homeschool expert Annette Hall (www. reliableanswers. com) applauds the inclusion of the lists: "The author has provided a tremendous resource of books, videos, historical places and more, to encourage a deeper understanding of the subjects being studied. This is a terrific aid for the teacher or homeschooling parent committed to presenting an accurate view of history that will entertain and educate the student, without putting them to sleep, something most children will appreciate."

One homeschool mom is already taking advantage of the book's built-in curriculum aids. At www. homeschoolreviews. com, she writes: "I am using this book as a spine for a homeschool history course targeted for high schoolers. For each chapter, they read the story and discuss the photographs and then they each get to pick some additional resources from the recommended materials to extend the study. I printed the final exam from the author's website and the students have used the test to see how much they have learned."

The editors at Homefires, The Journal of Homeschooling Online (www. homefires. com), say: "Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame is a terrific new book that makes history fascinating for kids. Homefires highly recommends it for homeschoolers."

The book also made the "Best of Hoagies Shopping Guide" at www. hoagiesgifted. org, a Web site devoted to providing educational resources to parents and teachers of gifted children.

Anthony's adventures in American history come with a moral lesson, another facet of the book with strong appeal for parents. The chapter about Lindbergh's flight is really about choosing one's destiny. The story of Lou Gehrig is one of a virtuous life. The chapter about Thomas Edison is really about business and the benefits of hard work. The story of Apollo 11 is about wonder, taking risks, and courage. The story of Dr. Jonas Salk is really about dedicating one's life to a higher purpose. When Anthony meets his immigrant great-grandfather at Ellis Island in 1907, it's really a story about what it means to be an American. Anthony's observation of D-Day and the liberation of the death camps during the Holocaust is a testament to the reality of evil and the need to fight it.

It's not an easy book," says Class. "The book challenges the young reader to see the modern world in light of the lessons of the past. Anthony compares the people and events of the past with the people and events of his own time. Anthony discusses the nature of good and evil, right and wrong, war and peace, what it means to be an American, honor and discipline, success and achievement, courage and destiny, marriage and family, God and purpose."

Cindy Downes, a teacher and homeschool consultant (www. oklahomahomeschool. com) finds the emphasis on the moral lessons of history especially attractive. She says: "The author wrote the book 'to encourage young people to become productive, honest, thoughtful, moral citizens - and to contribute in a positive way to American society and the world.' He has done an excellent job of fulfilling this mission. I highly recommend this book for everyone, even adults. I also like that the author chose to include references to God and Bible scripture rather than make this politically correct."

Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame won an iParenting Media Award for Excellent Products of 2007: recognition as one of the best young adult books available in the marketplace. One iParenting Media Awards Reviewer admitted: "I found myself unwittingly sucked into this book. Before I knew it, I had read multiple chapters within the first sitting and looked forward to more. I appreciated how the events of history are told from a more first person perspective because Anthony is there while it is happening. This allows the reader to put themselves there as well. The historical content is so well researched and documented as well. The way the information is presented is easy for kids to read and find more information on if they want to or are particularly interested in one topic/area through the footnotes and additional reading. If the footnote is not of interest, the reader can simply keep going and enjoy more of the story. The pictures definitely draw you into the story. The moral lessons and quotes throughout the book are also very thought provoking and set the tone for the chapter. I also took pause to appreciate the final lesson Anthony tells 'that the purpose of life is to live a life of purpose.' A great summation and reason to capture and understand history."

"If you only purchase one history book this year for your middle-school-aged child, make this be the one," recommends Annette Hall (www. reliableanswers. com). "With so many books written today that are morally bankrupt and leave a child looking for a strong moral foundation upon which to build, this book is a breath of fresh air."

Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin says "parents and teachers will appreciate the inspiring message this unique history book holds for America's next generation. I recommend this book to all young Americans, may they take us to the stars and beyond."

Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame was named Outstanding Book of the Year by Independent Publisher (2006); awarded the Parent-to-Parent Adding Wisdom Award for Excellent Books (2007); is a celebrated winner of an iParenting Media Award for Excellent Products (2007), was named Reviewers Choice by Midwest Book Review (2006); and garnered Editor's Pick by Homefires: The Journal of Homeschooling Online (2006). Nationally syndicated talk-show host Michael Medved calls the book "entertaining and educational."

Anthony and the Magic Picture Frame (hardcover, 225 pages, $25.00) is available at www. MagicPictureFrame. com, by calling toll-free 1-800-247-6553, at select bookstores, and on www. amazon. com.

Amazon link: www. magicpictureframe. com/buythebook. html (http://www. magicpictureframe. com/buythebook. html)

Watch the Magic Picture Frame video: http://www. magicpictureframe. com/home/watchthevideo. html (http://www. magicpictureframe. com/home/watchthevideo. html)

Note to editors and book reviewers: Author and son are available for interviews. Photographs and review copies are available.

Contact: Michael Class, 425-890-4894

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Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America Selects Wiley to Publish Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America Selects Wiley to Publish Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., announced today that it has been selected by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) as the new publisher of the Foundation’s official journal, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, effective January 2007.

Hoboken, NJ (PRWEB) March 22, 2006

Global publisher John Wiley & Sons, Inc., announced today that it has been selected by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) as the new publisher of the Foundation’s official journal, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, effective January 2007.

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases is the first and only peer-reviewed journal dedicated exclusively to inflammatory bowel diseases. Now in its tenth year, the journal provides articles of interest to professionals treating patients and conducting research in this expanding field. Each issue contains articles on clinical and basic science, as well as reviews of treatments and ground-breaking research.

“This is a wonderful partnership opportunity for Wiley,” said Shawn Morton, Wiley Vice President and Publishing Director, Medicine. “We look forward to facilitating communication about the mechanisms and treatment of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through this premier publication in collaboration with CCFA.”

Wiley will begin publishing the journal in 2007 and will continue to make it available in print and online as a benefit of CCFA Professional Membership, and through subscription to other individual and institutional customers. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases will be available online via Wiley InterScience (www. interscience. wiley. com), the company’s online publishing platform.

“CCFA is extremely proud of this journal, which provides an important forum for the best and the brightest scientists and clinicians in our field to report on the advances that are being made,” said Jonathan Braun, M. D., Ph. D., Professor, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA Medical Center, and Chair of CCFA’s National Scientific Advisory Committee. “We’re confident that our partnership with Wiley will allow us to build on the journal’s success, and expand our outreach to the medical community.”

About John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Founded in 1807, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., provides must-have content and services to customers worldwide. Its core businesses include scientific, technical, and medical journals, encyclopedias, books, and online products and services; professional and consumer books and subscription services; and educational materials for undergraduate and graduate students and lifelong learners. Wiley has publishing, marketing, and distribution centers in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The Company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbols JWa and JWb. Wiley's Internet site can be accessed at http://www. wiley. com (http://www. wiley. com).

About Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s (CCFA) mission is to cure and prevent Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through research, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these digestive diseases through education and support. More than 80 cents of every dollar the Foundation spends goes to mission-critical programs. CCFA consistently meets the standards of organizations that monitor charities, including the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance (give. org) and the American Institute of Philanthropy (charitywatch. org). For more information, contact CCFA at 800-932-2423 or visit www. ccfa. org.

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