Monthly Archives: March 2009

Jack Kerouac

Posted on March 30, 2009 by jroseme

The Kerouac house is a three day weekend seminar where talented writers can retreat while practicing and learning writing skills that will make them better and more confident writers.
The three day experience is met to inspire and tell the …

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The “Haves” & “Have Nots”

Posted on March 30, 2009 by justinastoescu

Technology is by far the largest impact on society. It is also the main difference between the “haves” and “have nots”. Everyone today relies heavily on technology, whether it’s a cell phone or a computer. Classes are available online and …

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Monday Morning Mayhem

Posted on March 30, 2009 by john tastepe

There has been relative tranquility in Iraq over the past few months compared to the violence that the country has hosted over the past few years. Monday morning was not one of those tranquil days. The Shaab district in Iraq’s …

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Natasha Richardson’s Death: Lessons Learned

Posted on March 30, 2009 by millerj10

British actress Natasha Richardson was taking ski lessons for beginners at a local ski resort in Canada. It was like any other day for her, hanging around with one of her sons enjoying a pleasant time out on the slopes. …

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Robust Segmentation System from Acxiom Delivers Strategic Advantage for Marketers in Japan

Posted on March 30, 2009 by ucfpolochick

Marketers in Japan now have access to superior geo – demographic consumer segmentation with the latest release of ChomonicX 2.0 from Acxiom Corporation. ChomonicX offers clients quick, easy and affordable access to accurate, meaningful and actionable consumer information. The updated …

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Winter Park Orders Dogs Leashed at Fleet Peeples Park

Posted on March 30, 2009 by ucfpolochick

It started on February 28th; the dogs who visit the popular Fleet Peeples dog park on Lake Baldwin must be on leashes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Signs went up on Monday notifying users that …

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UCF Suspends fraternity over booze, sex allegations

Posted on March 30, 2009 by ucfpolochick

The University of Central Florida suspended the Beta Theta Pi fraternity for two years on Tuesday. It was effective immediately, and stops the fraternity from gathering on campus or participating as an organization in university – sponsored events. Tuesday’s action …

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Affirmative Action

Posted on March 21, 2009 by justinastoescu

Affirmative Action

Affirmative action is an ongoing issue in America. According to MSN Encarta, affirmative action is “policies used in the United States to increase opportunities for minorities by favoring them in hiring and promotion, college admissions, and the awarding …

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UCF Women’s Basketball Team won Conference USA Tournament

Posted on March 18, 2009 by millerj10

On Sunday March 8th, the UCF women’s basketball team won the 2008-2009 Conference USA Tournament in New Orleans. The Lady Knights beat the University of Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles 65-54 in overtime. With this win, they have an automatic bid …

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Reality Shows

Posted on March 18, 2009 by jroseme

   Over the years, reality television has grown very popular on broadcast and cable television. Reality shows serve many purposes for viewers. They can be entertaining, dramatic and comical. In most cases all three of these characteristics are put into one …

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